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Tails of Love
A Berkley Publishing trade paperback
Multi-author anthology, Lori Foster, et al
ISBN-10: 0425227685
ISBN-13: 978-0425227688
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In this engaging anthology of never-before-published stories, ten award-winning and bestselling authors come together to celebrate their love of animals and the wonderful, curious ways they take part in our lives.

From Seeing Eye dogs to the cat who sits in your lap, animals are there for us in more ways than we can count. Helping us get through the day with a wag of the tail and a tilt of the head, they let us know that someone is on our side—no matter what. They also have an uncanny ability to break down barriers between people; bringing families and loved ones closer, and giving strangers an excuse to strike up a conversation. In Tails of Love, each writer draws from her own unique perspective on our loyal friends—exploring the many, mysterious ways they bring love into our lives.

In addition, 100% of the royalties from the romantic Tails of Love anthology will go to the Animal Adoption Foundation, a no-kill animal shelter in Hamilton County, OH (http://www.aafpets.com/). This benefit anthology is the pet project (pun intended) of author Lori Foster, who contributes a story along with those of Kate Angell, Stella Cameron, Dianne Castell, Anne Christopher, Marcia James, Donna MacMeans, Sarah McCarty, Patricia Sargeant, and Sue-Ellen Welfonder.

My contribution to this entertaining anthology is “Rescue Me”, the story of how a good deed can return ten-fold. Ex-quarterback Adam “Nuke” Baumgardner saves a starving stray, and the Chinese crested hairless dog returns the favor by reuniting him with his lost love, veterinarian Claire Mendelsohn.

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“This endearing collection of 10 original love stories features notable authors…who weave stories about love and animal companionship. Each story is entertaining and unique, with contemporary characters and larger-than-life four-legged friends.” – RT Book Reviews

“Rescue Me by Marcia James is a story of second chances. Little does Adam Baumgardner realize when he rescues Buddy that he’ll find Dr. Claire Mendelsohn once again. [The] story is a sweet romance that shows the power of love surviving time. Marcia James makes an excellent point about the importance of love over money or possessions as Adam now learns just how powerful love can be.” -- Kwips & Kritiques 5-Klover review

“I loved the chemistry between Claire and Adam. Buddy, the Chinese crested hairless, added the humor to [‘Rescue Me’]. Tails of Love is a book filled with delightful stories. Each author has contributed a story filled with romance and humor with the animals being the center of almost every tale. I laughed and cried as I read these stories. I am encouraging everyone I know to purchase this collection.” – Coffeetime Romance 5-Cup review

“In addition to supporting a wonderful no-kill animal shelter, Tails of Love also brings you a collection of heartwarming, funny and poignant stories featuring the special connection between people and the animals who love them. ‘Rescue Me’ by Marcia James is a contemporary story about second chances.  Be it a baby, a kitten or a half-starved Chinese Crested that looks more like a rat than a dog, I love seeing a big, macho man brought to his emotional knees by a small, defenseless creature.” – Romance Novel TV

“If you love animals and are in the mood for romance, please do give Tails of Love a try! The stories…are a wonderful spread of sweet, romantic, funny, endearing treats. Rescued back-alley hounds, determined tabbies, and haggis-eating dogs do their wonderful best to bring new couples together and old couples back together.” – Errant Dreams Reviews, 5 rating

“TAILS OF LOVE is a wonderful, heartwarming collection of short stories that illustrate how love is sweeter in the company of loving animals. I can't think of an anthology that I have enjoyed more. Run out and get your copy today. You'll get a great collection of stories and help animals in need. TAILS OF LOVE is the first book you should buy this summer!” – Romance Junkies’ 5 Blue Ribbons review

“Romantic love meets a passion for animals in this charming collection of stories by 10 outstanding romance writers. From the kindhearted former NFL player turned four-star restaurateur who feeds a half-starved stray dog his specialty pate to the Houdini-like petting zoo pygmy goat…animals bring joy, laughter, plenty of aggravation, and succor to bumbling humans attempting to find true love. …the result is a delightfully satisfying celebration of the mutually beneficial bond between humans and other animals.” – Booklist online review

“Rescue Me was a reunion story that I truly enjoyed. Adam deeply regretted his past actions, and yearned to rectify that mistake. He had hurt both himself and Claire. This made him the perfect hero.” -- Kathy Andrico - KathysReviewCorner.com

Now Available!

At Her Command is now available in print as well as e-book!!

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DEA agent Domino Petracelli is chasing a career-making promotion and nothing will keep her from getting her man. Okay, so she'd rather infiltrate a Columbian drug cartel than go undercover as a dominatrix at D.C.'s Xecutive Branch sex club. But she's up to the task. As the leather-clad Mistress Bella, Domino investigates the club's drug ring while juggling a surreal roster of kinky submissives-and resisting one sexy client who's not what he seems.

     Police detective Dalton Cutter is a man with a mission-avenging his partner, who was murdered investigating the Xecutive Branch. Retracing his partner's steps, he goes undercover as a club client. Dalton's handled killers, junkies, and pimps, but can the Alpha-male cop act submissive long enough to fool Mistress Bella? And will their sexual chemistry, crackling louder than Bella's whip, derail Dalton's investigation?

    At Her Command, a comic romantic suspense, pokes fun at the alphabet soup of D.C. law enforcement agencies. When the DEA, the FBI and the DC police unknowingly put operatives undercover at the same club, sexy sparks fly.

Note: Rated R for Risqué

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Praise for At Her Command:

“An intriguing look at the world of S&M, integrated with an interesting plot and two romances, this story has nice character development. The informative…S&M scenes are handled with class.”
-- 4 Stars – Susan Mobley, Romantic Times BOOKreviews
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“Within the pages of AT HER COMMAND, you will encounter a sexy suspense thriller that will have you turning the pages quickly to see how it will all play out. Marcia James pens an intriguing plot weaved with humor, suspense and extremely hot passion. I was laughing one minute at the sexy banter, then reaching for the fan from the sizzling scenes and crying when two people who belong together try to discover their path to each other.”
Blue Ribbon Rating: 4.5 -- Billie Jo, Romance Junkies
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“At Her Command is a well-written romantic suspense and Ms. James does a fine job of threading heavy elements of humor throughout her story. At the same time, several nicely placed and well-developed emotional scenes help to strengthen the reader’s interests. Domino and Dalton are a well-matched duo and a full cast of characters – not the least of which is “Smokey”, the DEA’s Chinese Crested, drug-sniffing dog – help to make this a sincerely delightful read. With a suggestive setting and love scenes that are satisfyingly sensual, At Her Command is sure to appeal to a large readership.”
-- 5 Angels – Jen H., Fallen Angel Reviews
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“Ms. James has written a great book full of action, suspense and really erotic love scenes.”
-- Rating: 4 ½ Hearts – Maura Frankman, The Romance Studio
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“This is a romantic suspense that is written with a wry comedic slant. Frankly, the submissive clients are a hoot--they're a fascinating batch of oddballs. We have two different agencies that haven't a clue they're in each other's stakeouts. It makes for very interesting dynamics, especially when the volatile chemistry between Dominique and Dalton is flipped a hundred and eighty degrees from their actual tendencies. At Her Command is a very entertaining read.”
– Maîtresse, Novelspot
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“AT HER COMMAND is a wonderful romantic suspense that leads you into the kinky world of a sex club. This is one book you don’t want to miss.”
-- Rating: 4 – Gloria Gehres, The Romance Readers Connection
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“AT HER COMMAND is an easy to recommend book…a hilarious and marvelous book full of action, suspense and racy love scenes.”
-- Sensuality & Realism Ratings: 10 – Lettetia, Erotica Romance Writers
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“This book starts off with a sex club and drugs, with murder and mistaken identities thrown in…a fun book.”
-- Rating: 4 Cups – Lainey, Coffee Time Romance
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“AT HER COMMAND is an enjoyable story to escape into on a chilly autumn night. The characters and plot are engaging, with enough action, romance, and humor to stimulate any interested reader. Smokey, the Chinese Crested DEA drug dog, is a hilarious scene-stealer.”
– Kathy Samuels, Romance Reviews Today
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“It’s Ms. James’ characters that make for a strangely seductive…and quirky love story. The Chinese Crested dog (think bald Chihuahua with a really bad fizzy wig) named Smokey…is a unique character. There’s something original about AT HER COMMAND. An entirely new blend of romance and police genres. I’ve been reminded of an Ann Rice novel.”
– Christine I. Speakman, Futures Mystery Anthology Magazine
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“At Her Command was a fun, sexy, and thoroughly entertaining read! Marcia James writes characters that draw you in and have you rooting for them from the start. At Her Command was plain and simply fun and Marcia James is definitely going on my must read list!!”
-- Gracie, Joyfully Reviewed
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“Kids driving you crazy? Bad day at the office? Pour yourself a cup of tea, turn off your phone, settle into a comfy chair and escape into Marcia James’ racy, riveting, R-rated e-book At Her Command…James has the readers wrapped around her little finger and eager to devour every single word…(and) readers willing to explore Marcia James’ lusty, steamy thriller will find themselves…um…satisfied.”
--Lisa Ciurro, Tampa Book Buzz
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The Write Ingredients contains favorite recipes from over 90 authors and a handful of dedicated readers. In keeping with the light and sexy tone of her books, Marcia James contributed her recipe for delicious Avocado Body Paint. All the cookbook’s proceeds go toward the Lori Foster Bookjunkys’ troop project, described in their words: “Through generous donations and the organizational finesse of Laurie Damron, fun, heartwarming, and sometimes necessary items are bought and shipped to our beloved troops.”

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Works-In-Progress

SEX & THE SINGLE THERAPIST
By Marcia James

A crime of passion…
     To clear an innocent friend, Las Vegas sex therapist Dr. Ally Skye launches her own investigation into a patient’s murder. The last thing she expects is to find herself trading heated words and hot kisses with a sexy cop. Can this free-spirited amateur sleuth and her posse of Vegas insiders solve the crime before the killer targets her?

A sexy complication…
     Cynical homicide detective Zack Crawford has the murder of a tom-catting cad to solve and a grieving widow to investigate. The last thing he needs is the interference of a red-hot sex therapist who haunts his dreams. Ally is trouble, and he’s determined not to risk his bachelor freedom for any woman. Besides, given her job, would she grade his performance in bed?

A dynamic duo…
      In their search for the truth, Zack and Ally form an uneasy and sexually charged alliance. Murderers, extortionists and psychos are no match for these partners in crime-solving. Their rocky relationship continues in books two and three of this comic romantic mystery series, Death & the Double Entendre and Murder & Ménage à Trois.    

SOUTHERN EXPOSURE
By Marcia James

The naked truth…
      Who’s playing nasty practical jokes on the rich and famous at Eden Bay, the notorious “clothing optional” Caribbean resort? Wanting out of her dead-end job, tabloid reporter Piper Loring goes undercover to investigate. The chance to write for a respected newspaper is worth risking sunburn on previously unexposed body parts. But can she stay focused on the job when faced with a seductive mystery man?

The bare facts…
     Miami private investigator Jack Kendall is hired to catch the Eden Bay Vandal. The pay’s great, but would Sam Spade wear a thong bathing suit? First on Jack’s list of suspects is the shy, sexy redhead who uses props like tropical drinks to mask her toplessness. Jack sticks to Piper like a sweaty thigh to a beach chair and soon discovers his inability to carry a concealed weapon is the least of his worries.