WARNING!!:

For various reasons beyond our control, this book is going to be in short supply in many outlets. If you want your copy, get in quickly - and if the store doesn't have it on their shelves, ASK - they may have more in the back.

For anyone who has to travel to their bookstore, I would advise ringing in and ordering it, or asking for a copy to be held.

AND NOW FOR THE BOOK YOU'VE ALL BEEN WAITING FOR!!

TO BE RELEASED 28TH JULY 2009 - MASTERED BY LOVE

The final volume in the Bastion Club Novels, in which Royce Varisey, aka Dalziel, meets his match. And the Last Traitor is finally exposed.

"MASTERED BY LOVE is what historical romance is all about! A spellbinding story. This one is definitely a keeper." TheRomanceReadersConnection.com

"Erotically specific yet emotionally touching and infinitely romantic, this electrically charged, danger-tinged romance deliciously concludes Laurens' Bastion Club series." Library Journal

"An outstanding story of love, honor and commitment. The characters' behaviour reflects the deepest meanings of these words. The depth and intensity of their feelings show what romance and love really mean." Romantic Times, TOP PICK!!, plus a KISS HERO.

"It was awesome. The last traitor was definitely a surprise." RomanceJunkies.com

Note: Most stores will have the book on sale 28th July, but some Barnes & Noble may not put it out until August 15th. Regardless, you would be wise to reserve your copy.

IF YOU MISS OUT, all online stores will have the book available in unlimited quantity. Likewise, all bookstores who will order books in for you will be able to do so easily - but you'll have to wait for the books to come in.

RITA® AWARD NOMINATIONS

X 3 !!

EACH OF STEPHANIE'S THREE RELEASES FROM 2008
HAVE BEEN NOMINATED FOR PRESTIGIOUS RITA® AWARDS
FROM ROMANCE WRITERS OF AMERICA®.

WHERE THE HEART LEADS has been nominated for the Best Historical Romance

THE EDGE OF DESIRE has been nominated for the Best Regency Historical Romance

THE FALL OF ROGUE GERRARD in the anthology IT HAPPENED ONE NIGHT has been nominated for the Best Romance Novella

The winners of the awards will be announced at the RWA® National Conference in July 2009.

OUT NOW !! - TEMPTATION AND SURRENDER - a Cynster Novel in hardcover

#15 of the Cynster novels, Jonas Tallent's story

"Another wonderful addition to the Cynster novels." RomanceJunkies.com

"Lively...colorful...humorous...seductive." CoffeeTimeRomance.com

"Likable characters (in a) fun-loving, entertaining read." FreshFiction.com

"Crisp, fast paced writing and clearly drawn characters...a delightful historical novel that will enchant." Romance Reviews Today

OUT NOW!! - WHERE THE HEART LEADS - first time in paperback

Connected to the Cynster novels, this is the first volume in The Casebook of Barnaby Adair.

"A satisfying blend of mystery and romance." Publishers Weekly

"In an Amanda Quick-style suspense/romance, Laurens never loses touch with her characters' deep emotions or the haunting mystery." Romantic Times

"An interesting and absorbing plot...an exciting and appealing romantic mystery." FreshFiction.com

"The sensual tension simmers...and, as always, Laurens delivers the delicious heat as they fall in love." Michelle Buonfiglio, myLifetime.com

"Another sensuous story worthy of the Cynsters" RomanceJunkies.com

"An outstanding story. Well worth twice the five-rose review I can endow upon it." ARomanceReview.com

OUT NOW!! - IT HAPPENED ONE NIGHT
A New York Times & USA-Today Bestseller!

An anthology containing novellas by STEPHANIE LAURENS, MARY BALOGH, JACQUIE D'ALESSANDRO & CANDICE HERN

including Stephanie's new novella: The Fall of Rogue Gerrard

"A unique collection of sensual novellas. This cleverly crafted, beautifully executed collection highlights the critical importance of the individual writer's voice, tone, style, and creativity, and goes a long way toward refuting the notion that romances are all alike." Library Journal

"Containing 4 highly romantic and entertaining stories - showcases the variety and uniquesness of 4 popular romance writers' voices and talents. I recommend it most earnestly." Romance Reviews Today.

"Passion and mayhem, beautiful, touching, and wondrous." TOP PICK! Romantic Times

OUT NOW!! - THE EDGE OF DESIRE
A New York Times, USA-Today & Publishers Weekly Bestseller!

The 7th Bastion Club Novel - Christian Allardyce's story

First Time in Print. An original paperback.

"TOP PICK! An ultra-passionate and honorable hero, a prideful heroine and a masterfully crafted murder mystery. Another not-to-be-missed, can't-put-it-down keeper." Romantic Times

"One of the best Stephanie Laurens has written. It has all the critical elements to keep you turning the pages late into the night and two lead characters I fell in love with, agonized with, cheered for, and celebrated with tears of happiness." RomanceNovel.TV

"A wickedly captivating romance." Fresh Fiction

"The Edge of Desire will keep readers on the edge of their seats, from the first page to the stunning revelation that will carry us into the last book. I can't wait!" A Romance Review

For all librarians, and all those interested in why we read the books we do:

Stephanie delivered the Keynote Address at the Romance Writers of America Librarians' Day Luncheon - Read Romance or Perish: A Biological Perspective on Romance Novels.

To read the full transcript CLICK HERE.

As a big thank you to all my readers, AVON Books and I created a booklet bringing together all the information to date on the books that make up 'The World of Stephanie Laurens' - the Cynster and Bastion Club novels. As well as a page devoted to each book, the booklet contains updated family trees (yes, with lots more children!), a letter from me, a Q&A and much more, including information on upcoming books.

An updated version of the booklet will be printed and bound into the back of THE UNTAMED BRIDE, the first volume in The Black Cobra Quartet, which will be on the shelves in late October 2009. When you buy that book, and you'll get the booklet at no extra cost.

A downloadable updated version will be available shortly.