New Release: His Lady's Keeper, Regency Romance!

I am thrilled to announce that His Lady's Keeper, the sequel to I'll Be Yours has been released at New Concepts Publishing! You can find the cover, tag line and blurb below! 

Best,

~Marly 

Lady Gemma St. Martin rebelled at the thought of having a keeper to guard her every move, but when she met her keeper, the rakishly charming Highlander, Hart MacKinnon, her rebellion turned to surrender.

Independent and free spirited, Gemma St.Martin wanted to dictate her fate in life. When she sets her sights on a totally unsuitable husband, however, Mallory St.Martin intervenes and hires her a keeper—the mysterious Highlander, Hart MacKinnon.

MacKinnon loses his heart to Lady Gemma the first time he sets eyes on her and decides to make her his, but a secret connects both families that just might destroy their chances of finding happiness.

Buy His Lady's Keeper now at New Concepts Publishing!

Book Video for When Danger Follows by Maggi Andersen!

Hi Everyone,

I've made a book video for Maggi's newest release at New Concepts Publishing, When Danger Follows.

Please click the high quality button so you can see it the way it's intended to be viewed.

Best,
~Marly

Do Or Die Reviewed at LASR!

Do Or Die has been reviewed by The Long and Short of It. It was given a rating of 4.5 books. Here's a snippet of the review,
Attempting to lead a normal life in a not-so-very normal world, Shylah relies on her ghostly boyfriend, Grayson to keep her grounded and focused. However, for an extremely talented telepathic war hero, that’s not as easy as it would sound. The reappearance of her ex-lover only complicates things in an epic way.

From the very beginning, Do or Die is packed with fantastic action. There is a surprise around every corner and a few that will take you completely by surprise. Interspersed with several sweetly sensual love scenes, the story develops at a rapid pace, dragging you further in with every page.

Much more than just a love story Do or Die is a story of true friendship and coming together against all odds. Set on an Earth vastly different but eerily familiar to the one we know and love, the interplanetary tensions and prejudices are more similar to our lives today than we’d ever care to admit. A great romance coupled with a life lesson so many still need to learn.

Reviewed by Cholla

It's also up for best book of the week at LASR, so if you get there by Sunday at Midnight, you can vote for it! 

http://www.longandshortreviews.com/LASR/recentrev.htm

Happy New Year!

To all of my friends,
May 2009 be a year filled with blessings and joy.

~Marly

Nominated in two categories for the CAPA's.

Hey Everyone! 

I have great news to share! Both Enchanted Beauty and Dragon's Heart have been nominated for a CAPA award.  Dragon's Heart has been nominated in the Fantasy Romance Category, and Enchanted Beauty has been nominated in the Erotic Fantasy Romance Category. Thank you to the reviewers at TRS. 

Here is the link to the CAPA page at The Romance Studio! 

http://www.theromancestudio.com/capa.php

~Marly

Happy Holidays!

I'd like to wish all of the readers of my blog a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays. No matter what faith you are or what holiday you celebrate may this season bring you many blessings and much joy.

Best,
~Marly

Book Video for Doorway to the Stars!!!

I've just created a book video for my futuristic romance, Doorway to the Stars! I think it turned out quite nicely! What do you all think?


~Marly

Christmas Contest!

The IWOFA Christmas Contest kicks off today, so follow the link below and enter to win! 

http://www.iwofa.net/2008WinterHolidayContest.htm

Joyfully Reviewed reviews Dragon's Heart!

Here's what Jo from Joyfully Reviewed had to say about Dragon's Heart! Thank you, Jo!
Dragon’s Heart collides the worlds of Earth and Dragonia in a war that can destroy the worlds and everyone within them. Rebels have all but succeeded in conquering Dragonia and now Grania has come to Earth and Dylan to hopefully stop them cold with the spell he has developed. Dylan agreed to having a protector but Grania was a surprise to him, one he rapidly came to want and love. Grania and Dylan have to try and control the Mating Fire while battling the rebels. I found the exchanges and relationship of Dylan and Graina to be funny, heartfelt and sexy while they set the world on fire themselves. I would have liked to learn more about Dragonia, however, I totally saw that the majority of the focus was on Earth. I would seriously like to see Nicholas’ story because he was a major secondary character. Dragon’s Heart has a bit of everything, adventure, danger, dragons, wizards, and a few other secrets that I can’t tell you about. I found it to be a great way to escape my reality for a while.

Book Videos!

Check out these book videos!

The Promise book trailer!

I've been busy the last few days putting together a book video for my Christmas Romance, The Promise. If you have time, please check it out! I've included both You Tube and Veoh formats of The Promise!

Watch The Promise by Marly Mathews in Entertainment Videos  |  View More Free Videos Online at Veoh.com

Blogging over at the New Concepts Publishing Word Press Blog!

Hey All,


I blogged about my latest release with New Concepts Publishing, Enchanted Beauty over at the New Concepts Publishing Word Press blog. Please drop by and leave me a comment if you are so inclined!
If you read the entry and shoot me an email to the address listed, you'll be entered into a drawing for a free download of Enchanted Beauty!
Here's the link to the blog entry,
http://www.newconceptspublishing.com/wordpress/
Thanks!
Best,
~Marly

Another review...

Dragon's Heart was reviewed by Kathy from Kathy's Review Corner! 

Here's a tidbit of her review,Dragon's Heart was another fascinating paranormal teeming with interesting characters, unique cultures, villains, heroes, and ultimately love. I enjoyed the banter and romance between the hero and heroine. There are also several characters who I would like to see have future stories. And although I thought the beginning had a bit of information overload, I truly enjoyed this story. I am eager to find out where this author will take her readers next.

Kathy Andrico - KathysReviewCorner.com

Thank you, Kathy!

In other news, I've recently finished off another book, and I'm working on two projects now plus doing edits for a third. 

The weather is going crazy here, we've had rain, snow and rain again all in one day. But then, the weather conditions across North America seem to be going nuts this weekend. 

I'm off to work on some more writing! 

Have a happy Sunday, everyone! 

~Marly 

Remembrance Day, 2008

In Flanders Fields

John McCrae

In Flanders fields the poppies blow
Between the crosses, row on row,
That mark our place; and in the sky
The larks, still bravely singing, fly
Scarce heard amid the guns below.

We are the Dead. Short days ago
We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow,
Loved, and were loved, and now we lie
In Flanders Fields.

Take up our quarrel with the foe:
To you from failing hands we throw
The torch; be yours to hold it high.
If ye break faith with us who die
We shall not sleep, though poppies grow
In Flanders Fields.




Today marks Remembrance Day up here in Canada.
Canada, The Countries of the British Commonwealth and The United States view the poppy as the recognized symbol for their war dead. So, take a moment out of your day today to simply, remember.
Today when the clock strikes 11 am, take a moment of silence to remember.


~Marly

Vicar of Dibley

I found this video on You Tube and I couldn't help but post it here. If you are fans of the british sitcom The Vicar of Dibley, you'll realize this is a dream sequence the Vicar, Geraldine Granger has during this episode.
The clip features guest stars Richard Armitage and Keeley Hawes.

I hope everyone is having a good Wednesday and that this video gives you a good chuckle to start out your day.


~Marly

Haunted Blog Winners!

Hey Everyone,

Because it was Halloween yesterday, and it went fairly smoothly, LOL I'm thinking I'll give out three prizes today. Nothing like using the lucky number three. It is charmed after all. ;)
Winners please contact me at this email address marly AT marlymathews DOT com to collect your prize. Please contact me by November 8th.

Here's the list of winners!

1. Kimberley, winner of an ebook copy of Enchanted Beauty
2. Patti, winner of an ebook copy of Enchanted Beauty
3. Lindseye, winner of an ebook copy of Do Or Die

Thanks for dropping by my blog and leaving me comments!

And to start your day off right, here's a great video from You Tube featuring Jensen Ackles from Supernatural,


Now that's inspiration. ;)

~Marly

Haunted Blog....

Let's talk All Hallow's Eve or as most of you know it, Halloween. Today, I'm going to talk about spooky movies. I don't like the gory horror picks, but rather the tamer ones like The Uninvited from 1944.

The Ghost and Mrs. Muir, 1947,

And finally, for a more comedic tone, Abbot and Costello's Hold that Ghost, 1941,

I can't forget some other favorites like High Spirits, The Others, Haunted Mansion, and so many more. What movies do you like to watch at Halloween to get you into that ghostly mood?
And for one last treat, the book trailer below is for my latest release at New Concepts Publishing, Enchanted Beauty! Enchanted Beauty was just named a top pick at PNR reviews for the month of October! Leave me a comment and you'll be entered into the drawing for a free download of Enchanted Beauty!

Please visit the author blogs below to read their Haunted blogs!

Have a spooky and magical Halloween!
Here is a list of the contributing authors participating in the Haunted Blog Scavenger Hunt,
http://tarahscott.tarahscott.com
http://blog.skhyemoncrief.com
http://alishapaige.blogspot.com
http://www.myspace.com/betty_hanawa
http://michelehart.blogspot.com/
http://www.marlymathews.blogspot.com/
http://elizabethmeltonparsons.wordpress.com/
www.brendaweaver.blogspot.com
http://alienplaces. blogspot. com/
www.hywelalyn.blogspot.com
http://sherilewiswohl.wordpress.com
http://sisterwriters.blogspot.com/
http://plparker.blogspot.com/
http://www.skypuringtonwrites.blogspot.com
http://barbaraedwards.net/blog/blog.asp
http://bethcaudill.blogspot.com/
http://MyBlog.SusanneSaville.com
www.dayanaknight.blogspot.com
And don't forget to drop by The Wild Rose Press chat room today for their Halloween Ball! http://thewildrosepress.com/publisher/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=194&Itemid=81

Halloween Haunted Blog Scavenger Hunt Graphic

Halloween Chat Party Tonight at RWA Online!!!

Hello Everyone!
You are all cordially invited to drop by the RWA Online Chat Room TONIGHT starting at 9 PM EST, for our Halloween Chat. We'll be talking about things that go bump in the night and there might also be a few treats at the chat as well!

http://www.rwaonlinechapter.org/chat.htm

We hope to see you there!
Best,
~Marly

3 More Reviews, Dragon's Heart, Enchanted Beauty and SNOW!

We have snow and lots of it! Looking out the window this morning, I was shocked by the amount of snow that we've gotten for this time of the year. The power had been going on and off all night. Needless to say we've sort of bypassed what we had left of Autumn and forayed straight to an early winter. Sigh. This is really early for us even in my part of South Western Ontario. I guess the trick or treaters will be outfitted for snowy conditions this year unless the weather improves and it all melts by Friday night. I remember as a kid going all bundled up for Halloween. Some Halloween's were warmer and the warmer ones were better costume wise. LOL Some of our trees still have a good amount of leaves so hopefully, the white stuff will melt so we can get back to a what was left of Fall.
First off, Dragon's Heart was given a fantastic review by Justice over at Bitten by Books! Thank you, Justice!!! Here's what she had to say about her reading experience of Dragon's Heart. http://bittenbybooks.com/?p=1289
Grania Burns has given girl power a new face to look up to. She is strong and independent, but her softer side shows through toward her family and her mate (Dylan).
I related most probably to Grania, like most adults we have to decide to live like our parents or by our own values, sometimes these moral values are in constant conflict and to do the right thing you have to go against family. Grania standing up against Draco (her father) and even most of her closest friends to save Earth, made me want to pass out Go Grania buttons.
The language was very British as expected. Most of the battles took place in Great Britain or in Dragonia, most of the characters were thousands of years old so I am glad Marly didn’t use American slang, it would have ruined it for me.
Dragons, witches, wizards, fairies and even a unicorn here and there, this story kept drawing me in, I would make a pact to myself just one more page then I have to stop, seven pages later I was re-compromising that pact again. The action is on going, the love scene dances in front of your eyes, and I adore how they find their mates for life, unfortunately not all unions turn out for the best. If there was to be a sequel I would definitely be the first in line.
PNR has reviewed Enchanted Beauty! Here's what the reviewer, Clover Autry had to say about it! Thank you so much, Clover!!! http://www.paranormalromance.org/reviews/review.php?id=29535
"More than a simple fairy tale"

Enchanted Beauty begins like the familiar tale of Beauty and the Beast. Annabelle goes to the local lord's enchanted castle to free her father from indentured servitude and volunteers to take his place to secure his release. Though not a hairy beast, Malachi, the Lord of Markham and a powerful wizard, bears terrible scars across his face. From there the similarities with the fairy tale diminishes as the story evolves into a more complex and interesting tale.

Annabelle has a malady of her own. A spell gone wrong has left her nearly blind and slowly dying. What's more, she is connected to the enemy wizard who was responsible for causing Malachi's terrible scars. Enchanted Beauty plays up the beast tamed by beauty theme on multiple levels with a scared wizard who must find the beauty within himself, while at the same time the story flips that around with another physically sound, even handsome, wizard who has committed some truly atrocious acts—a beast inside—then further with a beautiful and compassionate Queen who isn't at all what she seems. Even the war they are embroiled in isn't what it seems. Annabelle's unique way of looking at people brings to the surface what is really beautiful and what is truly beastly. Unfortunately getting others to see it just might require her life.

Enchanted Beauty is an enjoyable tale with lots of unexpected twists and turns and layers, but at the very heart is the satisfying love story involving a beautiful woman with the ability to see beyond the outward ugliness of a man with a noble heart.

Reviewed by Clover Autrey
Kasey from Kasey's View has reviewed Dragon's Heart! Below you'll find what she had to say about it! http://www.kaseysview.blogspot.com/

4 Stars.

A pleasure to read.
Dragons Heart is a sweet and tender love story about two people who find each other at a time when their world as they know it is being torn apart by a violent civil war. Grania a beautiful half/dragon half/human princess is sent to protect the wizard Dylan who's magical spell may hold the key to saving their world. And in the process finds herself unwillingly falling in love with the sometimes annoying but very sexy wizard...

This is a complex and interesting tale about a violent and at the same time very fascinating world. And is sure to appeal to anyone who enjoys stories of magic, wizards, shape shifters and a love to last a lifetime.

Reviewed by Bitten By Books!

Megan at Bitten By Books has reviewed Enchanted Beauty! She had some glowing words for this retake on The Beauty and the Beast fairytale...
This was such a wonderful story. I loved it so much that I had to feed my family cereal for dinner so I could finish reading it. Annabelle was a fragile woman in the beginning until she learned that she more inside of her than she thought. Malachi was a battered hero that you wanted to care for and make better. I enjoyed them together in this book so much. The extra characters were hysterical at times and made a great addition to the story. I have always loved Beauty and the Beast but Marly Mathews made it even better.


Thank you so much, Megan! She gave it four and a half tombstones! Which, I think is very fitting since we are approaching Halloween. ;) Here's the link to the full review! http://bittenbybooks.com/?p=1161

~Marly