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Interviews, Blogs and Mentions for A Seductive Kiss.

2012-01-31T07:27:00.000-08:00

Interviews, Blogs and Mentions for A Seductive Kiss.

Thanks to my host and fellow authors for allowing me to visit their audience and share my book. Please take a moment to visit their web sites and leave a comment for us both. Thank you

‎3 Quick Questions for Francis Ray | National Bestselling Author Dara Girard- The Daughters of Winston Barnett. eBook for Kindle and Nook.
New York Times bestselling author Francis Ray is looking forward to an exciting 2012 with a number of books for her hungry readers to enjoy. She's created a ... http://daragirard.com/?p=669

Francis Ray « Avery Flynn-A Dry Creek Bed (The Dry Creek series) eBook
Trouble Don't Last Always by Francis Ray - This is my first of her books, but I have a total Twitter crush on her. Plus, she's going to be February's guest interview ...
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Book Feature for A SEDUCTIVE KISS has now been posted on Authors Promoting Authors. The direct link to this post is:

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Lena Sledge's Blog, Books, Reviews and Interviews
http://www.lenasledgeblog.com/2012/01/se...

Guest Blogger author @francis_ray: The Good & Bad of Writing. http://motherhoot.com/blog1/?p=4100

The Romance Novel Authors Library RELEASE DAY: Francis Ray Q&A for ‘A Seductive Kiss’ 1/31/2012

2012-01-30T08:24:00.000-08:00

The Romance Novel Authors Library
RELEASE DAY: Francis Ray @Francis_Ray Q&A for ‘A Seductive Kiss’ 1/31/2012

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Book Giveaway for When Morning Comes, on Goodreads.

2012-01-26T14:25:00.000-08:00

When Morning Comes, new series and contest. Win 1 of 15 copies on Goodreads.

http://www.goodreads.com/giveaway/show/19978-when-morning-comes

Ends 2/29. Thanks

Fresh Fiction review of A SEDUCTIVE KISS

2012-01-25T10:27:00.000-08:00

http://freshfiction.com/review.php?id=32167

Romance Contemporary

Dianna Harrington aka "The Face" for the House of Harrington, her family-owned modeling house, has a secret crush on her childhood friend, Alex, brother of her best friend, Catherine Stewart Grayson. In fact, Dianna likes Alex so much, she's considering an affair with him—no strings, no attachments—which is the most she believes she can hope for with him or any man, given the ineptitude sermons her parents have preached to her for her entire life.

Alex, on the other hand, has a secret crush too. On Dianna, although he has no plans to ever tell her. He's been her protector and friend forever, and believes she'll never see him as anything more. So when Dianna proposes a more intimate relationship, will he risk his relationship with his best friend?
A SEDUCTIVE KISS is the latest installment in the Grayson Family and Friends series by Francis Ray. Catherine Grayson, Alex's sister, is married to Luke Grayson, one of the Grayson brothers. Although Catherine and Luke play a role, this story is all about Dianna and Alex.

What's beautiful about Dianna and Alex's developing romance is that they quickly get past the question of whether they're attracted to one another, and moreover, whether they care for each other. So many romances today pit the hero against the heroine. Not here. I love that their external problems—particularly Dianna's issues with the House of Harrington—don't create a whole lot of conflict between them. Their real problem is whether they will trust their feelings for each other and ignore all the factors, like Dianna's parents, suggesting perhaps they should not get together.

Ray continues to write sexy, sensual romance, the kind that keeps the tension high and both the characters and the readers wanting. When the characters finally express their love physically, her words and descriptions are just short of poetic. A phrase commonly used to refer to old-school classic R&B is "grown folks' music." Ray writes "grown folks' romance", the kind that seduces the reader as much as any kiss.

OOSA Online Book Club

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“A Seductive Kiss” is a wonderful love story with so much more. The growing pains that Dianne goes through are a story in itself and make this story stand out. There are characters to love and characters you will love to hate. Although this is a Grayson friend’s novel, it is not necessary to read the series to enjoy this story. This was a well written, thought out story that progressed at an even pace to draw in readers to root for the couple’s success."

PopTop Stage Hosts a Day of Romance | American Libraries ... By Greg Landgraf

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“The emotions, to me, are even more difficult than the murderer or the stalker,” added Francis Ray. “You have to think about problems that are going to occur in the book that will test that relationship so that at the end of the book, you know that ...
American Libraries Magazine

http://americanlibrariesmagazine.org/inside-scoop/pop-top-stage-hosts-day-romance

My first blog talk radio session of the year on January 25, 2012.

2012-01-23T09:49:00.000-08:00

Please tune in and give us a call.
Host Dr. Loretta Faith Harris and Co-Host “Yo-Trip” shares intimate conversations with Special Guests Wednesdays, 6:30-7:00 pm EST. Call: (619) 638-8501. http://www.blogtalkradio.com/lorettafaithharris/2012/01/25/new-york-times-bestselling-author-francis-ray

Twitter Party for A Seductive Kiss (Grayson Friends, #5)

2012-01-18T10:50:00.000-08:00

Tuesday, January 31 from 10 am to 6 pm CST.

To follow or participate in either party time, visit http://www.tweetgrid.com/ or another Twitter real-time dashboard of your choosing and type in #graysonkiss. This will take you to the party where you will see the streaming conversation.

Prizes are 2 signed ARCs copies of When Morning Comes. (new series mainstream) @Francis_Ray or @CMichelleRay are hosting.

NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED.
ELIGIBILITY: This drawing is ONLY open to United States citizens 18 years of age or older.

Romanticbooks-librosromanticos review of A Seductive Kiss. 1/31/12

2012-01-16T09:59:00.000-08:00

***** Excellent!
I couldn't put it down. Dianne is a lovable heroine, Alex Stewart is not only a successful lawyer he is also sexy, has a heart of gold and has always been there for her. Like when she was five and he was nine, and her parents had given away all her toys for Christmas and Santa had forgotten to visit her house, he had bought a pink bicycle with his own money and told her Santa had delivered to his house. Ahhhh! :-) (so cute) by Gra

Book Giveaway For A Seductive Kiss (Grayson Friend, #5)

2012-01-13T19:28:00.000-08:00

http://www.goodreads.com/giveaway/show/19468-a-seductive-kiss

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Please spread the word about the contest and the book.

Good Luck!

Happy New Year

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I wish you only the best in friendships, work, and in love.

Until There Was You is $2.99 ebook all formats.

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Until There Was You: A Grayson Novel is the first book in the Graysons Series.
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THE WISH: A BONUS HOLIDAY SHORT STORY is a Fresh Pick.

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was chosen to be a Fresh
Pick at Fresh Fiction.
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Please leave a comment and be entered in today's contest.

New book release news from AAMBookClub. & Rochelle Alers' enter to win.

2011-12-27T13:49:00.000-08:00

New book release news from AAMBookClub.
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A SEDUCTIVE KISS By Francis Ray

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Lena Sledge Blog. The review of TROUBLE DON'T LAST ALWAYS. 4 1/2 ★

2011-12-01T07:37:00.000-08:00

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The Wish: A Bonus Holiday Short Story [Kindle Edition]

2011-10-24T11:15:00.000-07:00

Kindle Price: $0.99

http://www.amazon.com/Wish-Bonus-Holiday-Short-ebook/dp/B005VD8QJ8/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1319476828&sr=8-1

The Wish--never before released as a standalone novella! Previously published in the anthology Getting’ Merry.

November 29, 2011

A SEDUCTIVE KISS - JANUARY 31, 2012

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Graysons Friends Series number 5.

IT'S NEVER TOO LATE

Cicely St. John is not impressed by her friend C.J. Callahan's so-called passion in life: running a New York City bar that he inherited from his uncle. So why can't Cicely stop thinking about the dance they shared at their mutual friend's wedding-or the mutual attraction she felt in C.J.'s arms?

TO GIVE LOVE A CHANCE

As far as C.J. is concerned, Cicely is a snob whose "passion" in life-writing for fashion magazines-is as pretentious as she is. So why can't he keep his eyes off her? C.J. has a business to run. And Cicely has a job opportunity in Paris. Neither of them even has time to think about romance right now. But maybe, just once, the two could test their friendship...with just one kiss.

THE TURNING POINT later retitled TROUBLE DON'T LAST ALWAYS .11/1/11

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will be reissued in November 2011. TROUBLE DON'T LAST ALWAYS was my first foray into mainstream fiction. The book was also a result of my own medical scare with my vision, but that's another story. During the research on domestic abuse I was saddened and astounded to learn that domestic violence touched 3 in 10 woman. Hearing some of the women's stories left me in tears and so thankful that I had a warm, loving husband. I wanted to do something for the women who weren't so fortunate and established The Turning Point Legal Fund to help women of domestic violence restructure their lives. The fund is overseen by The Family Place, a women's shelter in Dallas. So, every time you purchase THE TURNING POINT later retitled TROUBLE DON'T LAST ALWAYS, you help a woman in need!

Romance Slam Jam April 11-15 in Little Rock, Ark

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http://www.romanceslamjam.org/?page_id=24

All conference activities will be held in the DoubleTree Hilton Hotel.
Doubletree by Hilton Hotel Little Rock
424 West Markham
Little Rock, Arkansas 72201
Phone: (501) 372-4371

Please stop by and leave a comment.

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Thanks to Cat Schield for the blog interview.

http://www.getlostinastory.blogspot.com/

Twice the Temptation except new release on 6/21/11.

2011-06-01T12:15:00.000-07:00

http://www.sheloveshotreads.com/?p=2864

Twice the Temptation
Posted in: Contemporary

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Dreaming in Moonlight: New Story:

2011-06-01T11:39:00.001-07:00

To read the full story, please log in or register.

Dreaming in Moonlight: New Story: In honor of the release of my very first collection of short stories, I wanted... http://bit.ly/iWy1b8
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June 21, 2011 release dates

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TWICE THE TEMPTATION,the first ever five short story collection.

UNDENIABLE, eloping with the woman of his dreams, Logan Prescott, is forced to flee when a trumped-up assault charge turns his bride against him and returns eight years later to clear his name and win Rachel back.

#Francis_Ray photo made Piper Weiss "Our Moms, The Style Icon" for @HuffingtonPost.

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Turning Point Legal Defense Fund" is also mentioned.
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/piper-weiss/my-mom-the-style-icon-pho_b_857621.html#s274812&title=Francis_Ray_and

#107 pic of 171

Francis Ray (author) style has changed from homemade dresses that earned her Best Dress at Texas Women's University to designer labels. Never forgetting people with her "Turning Point Legal Defense Fund" Helping abused women rebuild their lives. submitted by Michelle Ray(daughter)

Author Spotlight: Francis Ray

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Writers & Readers Conference LA and IL

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Bayou Soul Writers & Readers Conference

http://www.bswconference.com/
June 29 - July 1, 2011
New Orleans, LA

Omar Tyree *Confirmed
Mary B. Morrison *Confirmed
Francis Ray *Confirmed
RM Johnson *Confirmed
Victoria Christopher Murray *Confirmed
Jewell Parker Rhodes *Confirmed
Karen Hunter *Confirmed
Dawn Davis *Confirmed
Troy Johnson *Confirmed
Marie Brown *Confirmed
Ashley & JaQuavis * Confirmed
L Martin Johnson Pratt *Confirmed
Red Grant *Confirmed
Jedda Jones aka Ms. Dupree *Confirmed
Jeb Stuart *Confirmed
TaNisha Webb *Confirmed
Willie Burton *Confirmed
Keith Lee Johnson *Confirmed
Clarence Nero *Confirmed
Linda Duggins *Confirmed
Kendra Norman Bellamy *Confirmed
Wahida Clark *Confirmed
Dwan Abrams *Confirmed
Brian W. Smith *Confirmed
Norma L. Jarrett *Confirmed

Tour Chicago with the Hottest Authors during The 7th Annual Cavalcade of Authors
featuring L.A. Banks, Brenda Jackson, Francis Ray, Beverly Jenkins, Donna Hill,
ReShonda Tate Billingsley, Lorraine Elzia and many others.
Chicago, IL
October 14-16, 2011
http://www.thecavalcadeofauthors.com/

Arlington Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. 3/26

2011-03-22T12:38:00.001-07:00

Mac Bernd Professional Building,

1111 W. Arbrook Boulevard

Arlington, TX 76015 (across from The Parks Mall).

Saturday, March 26, 2011

6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Bayou Soul Writers & Readers conference

2011-03-14T20:48:00.001-07:00

http://www.bswconference.com/

June 30-July 1, 2011, New Orleans, LA.
Omar Tyree *Confirmed

Mary B. Morrison *Confirmed

Francis Ray *Confirmed

RM Johnson *Confirmed

Victoria Christopher Murray *Confirmed

Jewell Parker Rhodes *Confirmed

Karen Hunter *Confirmed

Dawn Davis *Confirmed

Troy Johnson *Confirmed

Marie Brown *Confirmed

Ashley & JaQuavis * Confirmed

L Martin Johnson Pratt *Confirmed

Red Grant *Confirmed

Jedda Jones aka Ms. Dupree *Confirmed

Jeb Stuart *Confirmed

TaNisha Webb *Confirmed

Willie Burton *Confirmed

Keith Lee Johnson *Confirmed

Clarence Nero *Confirmed

Linda Duggins *Confirmed

Kendra Norman Bellamy *Confirmed

Wahida Clark *Confirmed

Dwan Abrams *Confirmed

Brian W. Smith *Confirmed

Norma L. Jarrett *Confirmed

Written's 2010 Readers Choice for book of the year.

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The winner is.......www.writtenmag.com

Passions of the Soul at the Allen Public Library

2011-02-02T13:06:00.001-08:00

Because February is recognized as the month of love and romance, the Allen Public Library is offering a program to stir the passions of the soul. Award-winning, and New York Times writer Francis Ray, harpist Geoffrey Ricketts and Illustrator E.B. Lewis will be at the Allen Public Library, 300 N. Allen Drive, at 7 p.m. Thursday, February 10. Their presentation is free and open to the public. For information on this program, call 214-509-4911

http://cityofallen.org/departments/library/

Allen Public Library
300 N. Allen Drive
Allen, TX 75013-2540

BREAK EVERY RULE reissue on March 29, 2011

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Dominique Falcon is a gorgeous model, a wealthy socialite--and a total fool when it comes to love. After falling for a charmer who was after her money, she's decided to set some ground rules for romance, starting with: Don't be richer than your man. But that was before she met Trent Masters, a ruggedly sexy truckdriver who drives her crazy...

He might be rough around the edges, but Trent is a hardworking man who built his successful trucking firm from humble beginnings. Dominique can't ignore the sparks between them--but dating a man so soon after his fiancee betrayed him would be breaking another basic rule: Don't trust a man on the rebound. Even so, things are heating up fast and--even though she might get burned--Dominique is ready to risk it all. In the game of love, rules are made to be broken...

You can now pre-order HEART OF THE FALCON.

2010-09-07T13:07:00.001-07:00

Thank you.
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THE BLACK WOMEN'S EXPO

2010-07-29T22:19:00.001-07:00

Seminar Title: Write Stuff I/Author Panel
Date of Seminar: Saturday, August 7, 2010

Time: 1:30 to 2:30 PM

ROOM 231

McCormick Place North Building

2301 S. Lake Shore Drive

Chicago, IL 60616
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BETWEEN THE PAGES & DA BOOK JOINT

The cover of The Grove magazine and NVBT recording.

2010-06-14T11:37:00.000-07:00

4th installment of The Grove magazine

Includes interviews with more African-American literary heavy hitters: Francis Ray, Donna Hill, Wahida Clark, and RM Johnson. These four authors have written / contributed to more than 120 novels. More than 70 best sellers.

Go to the Hollygrove website and order your subscription today. For the low cost of $7.99, you will receive all back subscriptions for the year and the October edition (potentially the final installment) when its released in October. Thanks

http://www.hollygrovepublishing.com/home.html#

NVBT Recording with Francis Ray
The interview will be posted on June 21, 2010. The giveaway for your set of books will run by post comments from June 21 - 27, 2010.

The giveaway will include: two copies of FOREVER YOURS and two copies of IT HAD TO BE YOU.

www.niapromotions.com

Sia McKye blog with guest Francis Ray

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http://siamckye.blogspot.com/

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IT HAD TO BE YOU, e-book full list

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Nook/ Barnes and Noble
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Kindle/Amazon
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Sony
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Kobo
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Houston and Balch Springs signing tomorrow.

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Thanks Houston and the Smith Neighborhood library for the great time.

Book signing:

Saturday, May 15, 2010

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Weekend Reader Book Shop in the Pioneer Oaks Shopping Center
4000 Pioneer Road, Suite 105
Balch Springs, Texas 75180

IT HAD TO BE YOU and Houston,TX book signing.

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IT HAD TO BE YOU, went into a 2nd printing. Thanks!!

I will be in Houston, TX on May 13, 2010 at 6-8 PM. Smith Neighborhood Library

3624 Scott ST for a book signing, meet and greet. Love to see you there!
Small, medium, and large book clubs are welcome at this event.

IT HAD TO BE YOU by Francis Ray

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Deleted scenes on a cutting room floor: Introduction to Zachary "Rolling Deep" Wilder - The Hottest Record producer in LA.

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His handsome face expressionless, Zachary "Rolling Deep" Wilder, the hottest record producer in LA, sat at the equipment board in the recording studio and listened to the track of Deep, Down and Dirty unreleased single. The massive entourage of the Grammy winning, Rap recording artist, stood or sat around the room waiting for Rolling Deep to say something. Even Deep, Down and Dirty had his 18k yellow gold and diamond encrusted GoldVish cell phone off.

A soft knock on the door had two massive body guards moving in that direction. One opened the door to admit Rolling Deep's personal assistant for his Rap artists. Undisturbed by the frowns of the men, she crossed the room wearing a Alexander McQueen Cap-Sleeve Dress with Sergio Rossi Crystal Cage Booties. She waited for the last, pulsating beat of the song, and for Rolling Deep to acknowledge her. A second later he spun away from the equipment board. Deep, Down and Dirty leaned forward, his platinum necklace with DDD in diamonds brushed against his black Valentino shirt.

"Yes, Trish?" Rolling deep said.

" E.T.T.R aka. Everything To The Right is on line one. Tommy Gunn sent his signed contact back. The president of Musik Records is holding on line 2. Your driver is waiting to take you to your luncheon date with Scarlet."

"Thanks," Rolling Deep said. "Please tell them I'll call them back."

"Yes, sir." Quietly she left the room.

Zach faced Deep, Down and Dirty. "It needs work."

His face set, Deep, Down and Dirty came to his feet. His entourage closed around him.

Undisturbed, Rolling Deep folded his arms and leaned back against the board behind him. "Your decision."

"Whatever you say, R.D." Deep, Down and Dirty, a gleaming smile on his face, stuck out his hand. Platinum and diamonds rings glittered on every finger.. "You the man."

Zach accepted the hand. "Monday. Nine sharp and leave them outside the studio."

"Like I said, whatever you say."

As the men piled out, Rolling Deep pulled his Blackberry from his pocket and called his driver. "Toby, I'm on my way out." Disconnected the call he walked from the room. Life was good.

IT HAD TO BE YOU-April 27, 2010. Book # 4 Grayson Friends Series

ISBN-10: 0312365071

ISBN-13: 978-0312365073

Interesting Facts

Trish's dress cost $1670.00, and her shoes $1550. Zach pays well. She's one of 5 assistants. He has an assistant for each music style he produces.

DDD's phone - Goldfish Illusion - is only available in Europe, CIS, Baltic States, Middle East,and Asia. 'Le million' can cost up to $1,000,000. "Like Heaven" has 1, 639 diamonds on it/11.30 carat.

Diamonds in teeth can cost up to $150,000.

Don't miss the next adventure of Zachary "Rolling Deep" Wilder - The Hottest Record producer in LA, as he travels the globe in style.

Win a copy of IF YOU WERE MY MAN.

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4 other winners will receive (1) one per person a business sized magnet with the cover of FOREVER YOURS. The 5 winners will be chosen from the guest list.

Chat on SUNDAY, APRIL 11, 2010 at
8:00 p.m CST/9:00 p.m EDT.

Author chat in the Writerspace Reader. The chat link is as follows:
http://www.writerspace.com/chats

IT HAD TO BE YOU - April 27, 2010

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IT HAD TO BE YOU - April 27, 2010 - Book # 4 Grayson Friends Series

From New York Times bestselling author Francis Ray comes a dazzling new novel of the Grayson family and their friends—a duo destined to make beautiful music together…

IT HAD TO BE HER

Most musicians would do anything to work with the hot, young record producer known as “Rolling Deep.” R.D. can pick and choose any artist he wants—and he wants Laurel Raineau. A classical violinist, Laurel plays soaring music that touches R.D. to his very soul. But the last thing Laurel wants is to work with someone whose exploits with the ladies appear in the tabloids every week.

IT HAD TO BE…WHO?

Not one to take no for an answer, R.D. keeps trying—and failing—to let Laurel know that he’s not the player he’s made out to be. So he introduces himself to her by his real name, Zachary Wilder, hoping to win her over. But it’s Zach who falls under this beauty’s spell. Now it’s only a matter of time before Laurel learns who the man she’s losing her heart to really is—but can she walk away from a passion that feels so right?

Mass Market Paperback: 304 pages

Publisher: St. Martin's Paperbacks (April 27, 2010)

Language: English

ISBN-10: 0312365071

ISBN-13: 978-0312365073

Over The Edge Interview with Francis Ray.

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Leave a comment for a chance to win IT HAD TO BE YOU.

Pre-Order Now/April 27, 2010.

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Featured Book from Romance In Color.

2010-04-07T22:14:00.000-07:00

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"If You Were My Man was a very amorous and enjoyable read that gave me very good and uplifting feelings for society. I highly recommend this page-turner because Francis Ray is true to her artistry and this story is a prime example of why she remains the Queen of Romance."

Thank you so much, Patricia Sykes-Brown and the staff of RIC.

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Send a postcard to your friends or/and yourself for IF YOU WERE MY MAN.

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http://writerspace.com/wsblogs/

Feature Review from Romance B(u)y the book.

2010-03-19T18:55:00.001-07:00

http://romancebytheblog.blogspot.com/

IF YOU WERE MY MAN.

"The question of whether these two stubborn souls will overcome their very real flaws and have their happily-ever-after kept me reading into the wee hours -- and given the guaranteed upbeat ending in romance, that’s an accomplishment indeed. I’d be hard-pressed to think of a contemporary romance author I’d pit against the divine Francis Ray."

Thank you so much Tracy and Michelle

If You Were My Man-5 out of 5 books - Reviewed by Urban Reviews.

2010-03-14T16:21:00.000-07:00

If You Were My Man is a wonderful read. Francis Ray is a fantastic author. She has a writing style that is very natural and just flows without having lagging moments. Her characters and plots are always well developed. Ray has a way of making everything come to life. This time is no different!

Reviewed by Tenecia for Urban Reviews
Order your copy of If You Were My Man today!

Thank you Tenecia and Radiah from Urban Reviews for a fabulous review.

Featured March Author from BookETA.com

2010-03-11T09:54:00.001-08:00

BookETA.com added a Featured Author section to the Romance page.

The feature author for march is Francis Ray Author. She is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author and has two books out in March. She also has another three books coming out later this year

www.BookETA.com

Weekly book release dates and recent releases in several genres.

5 stars from Harriet Klausner for IF YOU WERE MY MAN

2010-03-04T13:17:00.000-08:00

5 stars from Harriet Klausner for IF YOU WERE MY MAN
http://genregoroundreviews.blogspot.com/2010/02/if-you-were-my-man-francis-ray.html

Thank you so much Ms. Klausner
Please visit the site and please leave a comment.

Thanks

IF YOU WERE MY MAN extended excerpt online now

2010-03-04T13:16:00.000-08:00

IF YOU WERE MY MAN, a trade paperback,and Book # 6 in the Invincible Women series, hits bookstores March 2nd. Gorgeous hostage negotiator Rafael Dunlap finally meets a woman he can't charm.

A bet between friends turns into a passionate encounter!

Rafael never imagined he couldn't get a date with the stunning restaurateur, Nathalyia Fontaine. Not a man to accept defeat, Rafael goes out all to win Nathalyia. But once he has her, he doesn't want to let her go...he might not have a choice.

IF YOU WERE MY MAN available now

Please read the extended excerpt of IF YOU WERE MY MAN on http://www.sheloveshotreads.com/?p=1137

Leave a comment, and then please purchase the book.

Thank you

Please visit Tote Bag's and Blogs for my interview.

2010-03-04T13:11:00.001-08:00

Please leave a comment. Thank you.

http://authorsoundrelations.blogspot.com/

March 6, 2010 Book signing events

2010-03-01T20:01:00.001-08:00

March 6, 2010

Book signing for IF YOU WERE MY MAN by Francis Ray

Jokae's Book Store

3223 W Camp Wisdom Rd

Dallas TX 75237

1-3 pm

Barnes and Noble

Uptown Village

305 West FM 1382

Cedar Hill, TX 75104

4-6 pm

Signing events for 2010

2010-02-14T23:37:00.000-08:00

2010 SC Book Festival

Friday, February 26 – Sunday, February 28, 2010

Events held at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center

1101 Lincoln Street

Downtown Columbia 29201

http://www.scbookfestival.org/

FREE ADMISSION

Book Signing for my new book. IF YOU WERE MY MAN

Saturday February 27 at 2:00-2:50 p.m.

Texas Library Association’s

“Tales of Texas Authors”

April 16, 2010 (2:00-3:50 pm)

Henry B. Gonzales Convention Center

San Antonio, TX

Smith Neighborhood Library

3624 Scott ST

Houston, TX 77004

6-8 PM

May 13, 2010

Romance Writers of America

RWA's 30th Annual Conference

Gaylord Opryland

Nashville, TN

July 28, 2010

Reaching for New Horizons

Peoria Public Library

1312 W Lincoln Avenue

Peoria, IL 61605

September 25, 2010

Number 1 in Paperback Fiction in Dallas, TX

2010-02-14T23:30:00.000-08:00

Jokae's African-American Books and The Dallas Morning News

One Night With You, by Francis Ray
I want to thank the readers, book clubs, and Jokae's for making this possible.

GOD bless

Chat with me and other authors the Black Authors Network

2009-11-27T19:21:00.000-08:00

Black Books Weekend Romance and Women Lit Showcase
11/28/2009 7:00 PM CST 8:00 PM EST
Francis Ray will be there along with other authors.
Please support the Black Author Network on this wonderful event.
Callers are welcome to join us on the phones at: 646-200-0402
www.blogtalkradio.com%2Fblack-author-network%2F2009%2F11%2...

Happy Thanksgiving

2009-11-25T18:32:00.000-08:00

Thank you so much for following me. You can e-mail me anytime for a chat. Or post if you like. If you can't, please let me know and I will try to figure the comment/posting section.

All the best!

Francis/Michelle

Sunday morning chat

2009-11-20T17:41:00.001-08:00

Francis Ray Author Sunday morning chat with David Ewen on Morning Coffee

http://www.blogtalkradio.com/ewenprime/2009/11/22/morning-coffee-with-david-ewen-and-award-winning-author-francis-ray-author-of-one-night-with-you

9am CST 10am EST

Jokae's Bookstore

2009-11-18T14:05:00.000-08:00

Book Flash on Tan Magazine/Today Author

2009-11-15T11:38:00.000-08:00

http://todaysauthor.livejournal.com/
Book Flash November 15, 2009

20 authors blurbs where chosen.

Harriet Klausner "Genre Go Round Reviews"-One Night With You

2009-11-11T13:30:00.000-08:00

Harriet Klausner "Genre Go Round Reviews"-One Night With You
http://genregoroundreviews.blogspot.com/..2009/11/one-night-with-you-francis-ray.html

2009-11-11T11:13:00.001-08:00

One Night With You-book trailer

2009-11-10T15:17:00.000-08:00

Borders and Celebrity Bakery and Cafe 11/7/09

2009-11-08T12:23:00.000-08:00

Friends from Borders at Preston and Royal

Friends from Borders at Preston and Royal

Celebrity yummy cookie tray

Sizzling Hot Romance Blog Shout Out

2009-11-07T18:24:00.000-08:00

Tuesday, November 3, 2009

Francis Ray and One Night With You by Romance Author Kristie Leigh Maguire.

sizzlinghotromance.blogspot.com

Black Pearls Magazine events.

2009-10-26T16:54:00.001-07:00

The party is October 29, 2009 at 8-10pm EST. Online chat with bookclubs.

One Night with You Book Tour Schedule http://edcmagazine.blogspot.com/2009/10/join-one-night-with-you-virtual-book.html

Francis Ray Reader Contest http://edcmagazine.blogspot.com/2009/10/meet-national-bestselling-author.html

The 2009 Halloween Mash

2009-10-24T18:21:00.001-07:00

The 2009 Halloween Mash is scheduled for Wednesday, October 28th from 8p to 11p Eastern in the Writerspace Readers chatroom. If you signed up for the event, please take a moment to check the Halloween pages at http://www.writerspace.com/halloween/ to make sure your listing is at http://www.writerspace.com/halloween/prizes4.html#Ray or to the main event page: http://www.writerspace.com/halloween -- just make sure they know to register ahead of time at http://www.writerspace.com/halloween/register.html for a chance to win.

Authors will be dropping in to chat all during the evening and we will be giving away 100s of new books and other fantastic prizes -- autographed, hard-to-find, advance copies plus special treats like gift baskets and more. We hope to see you Wednesday night! You don't have to be present to win, but you must be registered. To register, and for details on all participating authors and the prizes they're giving away.

Dallas Book signings for ONE NIGHT WITH YOU

2009-10-16T18:53:00.000-07:00

Borders signing at Preston and Royal
Saturday November 7, 2009
2:00 pm-4:00 pm
10720 Preston Road Suite 1018
Dallas, TX 75230

Jokae's Bookstore
November 14, 2009
2:00 pm-4:00 pm
3223 West Camp Wisdom
Dallas, TX 75232

Contest

2009-10-05T20:52:00.001-07:00

Don't Miss Romancing in Montana with Duncan and Raven Contest

Start your romance with a $10 Target gift card and autographed copy of ONE NIGHT WITH YOU
http://freshfiction.com/contest.php?id=2076

Please tell your reader friends to enter now, and don't forget to enter yourself.

Borders signing @ Preston and Royal. 11/7/09

2009-09-16T12:16:00.000-07:00

Borders signing @ Preston and Royal
10720 Preston Road Suite 1018
Dallas ,Texas 75230
Saturday November 7, 2009
2:00pm - 4:00pm

Romance Literature hosted by Bonnie Blose

2009-09-16T12:14:00.000-07:00

Friday September 18th: 9:00 PM EDT: Romance Literature hosted by Bonnie Blose. ”Like the First Time,” and “Any Rich Man Will Do,” by Francis Ray. These books are mentioned in this way because they were together in the order I have mentioned them here. If it is not possible for you to read both, that is fine. Please choose the first since it begins the twosome. The books are not on Bookshare. Visit the Romance Literature Room at:http://conference321.com/masteradmin/room.asp?id=rsfd8219297b18

8 CST/9 EST P.M.

www.accessibleworld.org

ONE NIGHT WITH YOU. In stores and online 11/3/09

2009-09-04T17:47:00.000-07:00

ONE NIGHT WITH YOU 11/3/09

Cougars, brush fires, snow storms—rancher Duncan McBride tackles it all without a flinch. But the archaeologist who’s come to authenticate cave drawings found on his property is the kind of trouble he’d sworn to avoid. Far from the aging academic he was expecting, Raven La Blanc is a stunning woman…and definitely not sticking around this small Montana town once her job is done.The primitive drawings at Duncan’s ranch are Raven’s ticket to the tenured position she’s worked so hard for back in Santa Fe. But there’s no denying the attraction between her and Duncan. Maybe, just this once, she can put her work aside and explore the depths of her own heart and soul? One night may be all it takes for Raven to really find what she’s looking for…

Interview with Writers and Authors

2009-08-20T18:46:00.000-07:00

http://writersandauthors.blogspot.com/

My interview with Jo Linsdell under August 12.

Thanks again, Jo.

Celebrity Cafe- A local celebrity award.

2009-08-15T21:47:00.000-07:00

Today, Celebrity Cafe, a chain restaurant in the Dallas metroplex, honored me and three other women as local heroes. I was honored due to establishing The Turning Point Legal Defense Fund, a fund that assist battered women with their legal expenses. The fund is managed by the Family Place, a local women's shelter in Dallas. A menu item that I selected, Cranberry Chicken Salad will now be Francis Ray's Cranberry Chicken Salad on the menu board. It was a fun event. I was humbled by the honor, and then totally blown away when several fans who were guests of another honoree promptly went to the Borders bookstore next door and purchased books for me to sign. It was an incredible afternoon.

So, if you're in the North Dallas area and want a great lunch with a fabulous dessert, may I suggest Francis Ray's Cranberry Chicken Salad at Celebrity Cafe at 10720 Preston Rd - Suite 1016 - Dallas, TX 75230 -214-373-0783. Please tell them Francis sent you.

Hugs,
Francis

Michelle's Birthday and the Delaney Vineyard

2009-08-15T19:10:00.000-07:00

Today, Michelle and I visited the Delaney Vineyards in Grapevine, TX.

I just love doing research.

The equipment room that bottles and corks the wine.

Me in the field cutting grapes off the vine

Michelle doing the same

SORMAG online conference 8/26.

2009-08-13T14:29:00.001-07:00

ONLINE CONFERENCE 2009. SORMAG 8/23-29/2009.
http://sormag.blogspot.com/2009/01/online-conference-2009.html

August 26, 2009

ONLINE:Panel: Meet the Mainstream Author - Francis Ray, Angela Benson,Tia McCollors, Tinisha Johnson

Shades of Romance Magazine (SORMAG) is having an online conference on August 23-29, 2009. With a live and online chats.Please call in, listen, ask questions, and join the fun.

I "plan" to start my chat at 4:30.

Featured book on InternetBookDatabase.

2009-08-03T18:46:00.000-07:00

AND MISTRESS MAKES THREE is now our featured book - http://www.ibookdb.net/

NOBODY BUT YOU made The New York Times and USA Today list.

2009-08-03T11:27:00.000-07:00

I'm so excited to announce that NOBODY BUT YOU made THE NEW YORK TIMES paperback Best Sellers Mass-Market Fiction Extended List as well as the USA Today Best-Selling Books list. It was an incredible twenty-four hours.I wanted to thank everyone who supported and believed in me. You made this possible. I love and appreciate all of you.

Thank you,

Francis

AND MISTRESS MAKES THREE in stores and online

2009-08-03T11:19:00.000-07:00

Gina Rawlins is dealing with a cheating husband, a messy divorce, two unhappy children, and a floundering travel business when the very handsome new owner of the local B&B, Max Chaneau, enters her life. Not only does he make her heart pound, but it soon becomes clear that they need each other. Max needs to turn the B&B around and the first thing it needs is a woman's touch. And not just any woman. He offers to redesign her website for a bit of interior design help. As they work closely together, Gina realizes that her ex-husband wasn’t her only chance at love, even if Max has some scars of his own. However, when her ex (and all his baggage) abruptly reenters the picture, Gina’s love life is turned upside down, while her daughter and son are ecstatic to have their father home again. However Gina is left wondering what she should do? Be with the man she loves or take back the father of her children for the sake of her family?

Borders 2008 Bestselling Multicultural Romance Award.

2009-08-03T11:10:00.000-07:00

Borders 2008 Bestselling Multicultural Romance Winner for

NOBODY BUT YOU

Thank you so much readers for making this honor possible.

Tee's Book List Reading Challenge from Written Magazine.

2009-08-03T11:08:00.000-07:00

Tee's Book List for the 30 Books in 90 Day Reading Challenge.Thanks for including me. So proud and happy.

The list from Written Magazine's Reading Challenge. For more info, visit http://www.rawsistaz.com/whats-new/just-for-fun/30-books-in-90-days-reading-lists or http://written.ning.com.

New York Times Author spotlights the concept of fashionable and fabulous full-figured women.

2009-08-03T11:06:00.000-07:00

I have written three short stories that featured other authors. A WHOLE LOT OF LOVE, BIG GIRLS DON'T CRY and LIVING LARGE. Three full length novels. "DREAMING OF YOU", "NOT EVEN IF YOU BEGGED" and the latest "AND MISTRESS MAKES THREE". In stores now.

Thank you

Francis Ray-Author

Interviews, Blogs and Mentions for A Seductive Kiss.

The Romance Novel Authors Library RELEASE DAY: Francis Ray Q&A for ‘A Seductive Kiss’ 1/31/2012

Book Giveaway for When Morning Comes, on Goodreads.

Fresh Fiction review of A SEDUCTIVE KISS

OOSA Online Book Club

PopTop Stage Hosts a Day of Romance | American Libraries ... By Greg Landgraf

My first blog talk radio session of the year on January 25, 2012.

Twitter Party for A Seductive Kiss (Grayson Friends, #5)

Tuesday, January 31 from 10 am to 6 pm CST. To follow or participate in either party time, visit http://www.tweetgrid.com/ or another Twitter real-time dashboard of your choosing and type in #graysonkiss. This will take you to the party where you will see the streaming conversation.

Prizes are 2 signed ARCs copies of When Morning Comes. (new series mainstream) @Francis_Ray or @CMichelleRay are hosting.NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED.ELIGIBILITY: This drawing is ONLY open to United States citizens 18 years of age or older.

Romanticbooks-librosromanticos review of A Seductive Kiss. 1/31/12

Book Giveaway For A Seductive Kiss (Grayson Friend, #5)

Happy New Year

Until There Was You is $2.99 ebook all formats.

THE WISH: A BONUS HOLIDAY SHORT STORY is a Fresh Pick.

New book release news from AAMBookClub. & Rochelle Alers' enter to win.

Lena Sledge Blog. The review of TROUBLE DON'T LAST ALWAYS. 4 1/2 ★

The Wish: A Bonus Holiday Short Story [Kindle Edition]

A SEDUCTIVE KISS - JANUARY 31, 2012

THE TURNING POINT later retitled TROUBLE DON'T LAST ALWAYS .11/1/11

Romance Slam Jam April 11-15 in Little Rock, Ark

Please stop by and leave a comment.

Twice the Temptation except new release on 6/21/11.

Dreaming in Moonlight: New Story:

June 21, 2011 release dates

#Francis_Ray photo made Piper Weiss "Our Moms, The Style Icon" for @HuffingtonPost.

Author Spotlight: Francis Ray

http://seed.sproutbuilder.com/WAD5-UPcNDaPPNVO

BREAK EVERY RULE buy now widget

Twitter tweet

NOBODY BUT YOU widget

Writers & Readers Conference LA and IL

Arlington Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. 3/26

Bayou Soul Writers & Readers conference

Written's 2010 Readers Choice for book of the year.

Passions of the Soul at the Allen Public Library

BREAK EVERY RULE reissue on March 29, 2011

You can now pre-order HEART OF THE FALCON.

THE BLACK WOMEN'S EXPO

The cover of The Grove magazine and NVBT recording.

Sia McKye blog with guest Francis Ray

IT HAD TO BE YOU, e-book full list

Houston and Balch Springs signing tomorrow.

IT HAD TO BE YOU and Houston,TX book signing.

IT HAD TO BE YOU by Francis Ray

Deleted scenes on a cutting room floor: Introduction to Zachary "Rolling Deep" Wilder - The Hottest Record producer in LA.

Win a copy of IF YOU WERE MY MAN.

IT HAD TO BE YOU - April 27, 2010

Over The Edge Interview with Francis Ray.

Featured Book from Romance In Color.

Send a postcard, leave a comment, and win a book.

Feature Review from Romance B(u)y the book.

If You Were My Man-5 out of 5 books - Reviewed by Urban Reviews.

Featured March Author from BookETA.com

5 stars from Harriet Klausner for IF YOU WERE MY MAN

IF YOU WERE MY MAN extended excerpt online now

Please visit Tote Bag's and Blogs for my interview.

March 6, 2010 Book signing events

Signing events for 2010

Number 1 in Paperback Fiction in Dallas, TX

Chat with me and other authors the Black Authors Network

Happy Thanksgiving

Sunday morning chat

Jokae's Bookstore

Book Flash on Tan Magazine/Today Author

Harriet Klausner "Genre Go Round Reviews"-One Night With You

One Night With You-book trailer

Borders and Celebrity Bakery and Cafe 11/7/09

Sizzling Hot Romance Blog Shout Out

Black Pearls Magazine events.

The 2009 Halloween Mash

Dallas Book signings for ONE NIGHT WITH YOU

Contest

Borders signing @ Preston and Royal. 11/7/09

Romance Literature hosted by Bonnie Blose

ONE NIGHT WITH YOU. In stores and online 11/3/09

Interview with Writers and Authors

Celebrity Cafe- A local celebrity award.

Michelle's Birthday and the Delaney Vineyard

Tuesday, January 31 from 10 am to 6 pm CST.

To follow or participate in either party time, visit http://www.tweetgrid.com/ or another Twitter real-time dashboard of your choosing and type in #graysonkiss. This will take you to the party where you will see the streaming conversation.

Prizes are 2 signed ARCs copies of When Morning Comes. (new series mainstream) @Francis_Ray or @CMichelleRay are hosting.

NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED.
ELIGIBILITY: This drawing is ONLY open to United States citizens 18 years of age or older.