2007 CAMEO AWARDS

2007 WINNERS AMATEUR DIVISION

Best Contemporary Romance: Confessions of a Bombshell Bandit
(by Gemma Halliday)
Trailer Developed by Gemma Halliday

True love, freedom, money, knowledge, revenge... Dreams and desires of the ordinary woman, or man. From best friends who discover love to a bank teller who exacts revenge to a succubus who loves art more than men, this collection of nineteen stories celebrates the attainment of all one can dream or desire. Which one do you secretly yearn for? By purchasing this collection, you can help turn someone's nightmare into the pursuit of dreams. Every year, four million women are assaulted by their partners. At Freya's Bower, we want to do our part to bring this statistic down to zero. To this end, all net proceeds from every Dreams and Desire anthology purchased will go to a battered woman's shelter. Through education and support, we can make a difference. Authors: (in alphabetical order of last name): Jenna Bayley-Burke, Faith Bicknell-Brown, Amanda Brice, Sela Carsen, Rachelle Chase, Gemma Halliday, Candace Havens, Zinnia Hope, Jackie Kessler, Susan Lyons, Richelle Mead, Debbie Mumford, Rhonda Stapleton, Bebe Thomas, Emily Veinglory, Sasha White, Lois Winston, Shaunna Wolf, and Kit Wylde.

Vero amore, libertà, soldi, conoscenza, vendetta... Sogni e desideri della donna ordinaria, o dell'uomo. Dalle migliori amiche che scoprono l'amore ad un cassiere che esige vendetta ad un succube che ama l'arte più degli uomini, questa collezione di diciannove storie celebrano il raggiungimento di tutto quello che qualcuno può sognare o desiderare. Per quale tu segretamente sospiri? Comprando questa antologia, puoi aiutare a trasformare l'incubo di qualcuno nel raggiungimento dei suoi sogni. Ogni anno, quattro milioni di donne sono picchiate dal proprio compagno. A Freya's Bower, vogliamo fare la nostra parte nel portare questa statistica a zero. A questo scopo, tutti i ricavati da ogni antologia Dreams & Desires acquistata andrà ai ricoveri per donne maltrattate. Attraverso l'educazione e il supporto, possiamo fare la differenza. Autrici (in ordine alfabetico di cognome): Jenna Bayley-Burke, Faith Bicknell-Brown, Amanda Brice, Sela Carsen, Rachelle Chase, Gemma Halliday, Candace Havens, Zinnia Hope, Jackie Kessler, Susan Lyons, Richelle Mead, Debbie Mumford, Rhonda Stapleton, Bebe Thomas, Emily Veinglory, Sasha White, Lois Winston, Shaunna Wolf, and Kit Wylde.

Book trailer for the short story "Confessions of a Bombshell Bandit" available in the Freya's Bower charity anthology "Dreams & Desires".

Best Romantic Suspense: The Sweet Smell... of Death
(by Sylvia Rochester)
Trailer by Sylvia Rochester & Kim Nesmith

DEA agent Trent Harrington poses as a writer to investigate claims of drug smuggling in the bayous of Louisiana. Within weeks, his informant lies dead. Laney Gravelle refuses to believe her father's death is an accident and launches her own investigation. To protect her and his case, Trent convinces Laney to let him help. What he doesn't count on is falling in love. Their tumultuous adventure erupts into a romantic relationship, but Laney is in love with a lie--a writer who doesn't exist. Can she love the real Trent Harrington, the agent involved with her father's murder?

Trailer for newly released book by Sylvia Rochester.

Best Paranormal Romance: Witch Fire
(by Anya Bast)
Trailer by Anya Bast

After a chaotic marriage and a rough divorce, all Mira Hoskins wants is stability and normality. But when sexy Jack McAllister enters her life, she discovers that what you want isn't always what you need.
Jack is a powerful witch with the ability to command fire and is anything but normal. As the head of a security detail for The Coven, a national organization that governs national witches, Jack has been assigned to watch over Mira. She is a natural born witch with the ability to call the air. And although she is unaware of her talent, a group of renegade witches has discovered her existence and are determined to steal her power--and her life.

Book trailer for Witch Fire, a very spicy paranormal romance by Anya Bast.

This title will release in early June, 2007. It is available for pre-order at Amazon.com and other online book retailers now.

Best Fantasy Romance: Realm Immortal: King of the Unblessed
(by Michelle M. Pillow)
Trailer by Michelle M Pillow

Immortality has a way of changing fate. Merrick, dark elfin King of Valdis, had once been heir to all that was good - happiness and pleasure his domain. Now, trapped as the ruler of mischief, king of necessary evil, he stands on a precipice of choice. On one side, his estranged brother, now ruler of what should have been Merrick's and, on the other, King Lucien of the Damned. Both would sway him. Damnation is winning. Lady Juliana of Bellemare is from a human family, protected by the blessed, coveted by the damned. Betrothed to an old friend of her father's, Juliana is resigned to living out her days close to her childhood home, longing for an adventure, never dreaming she'd get what she wished for. When her fiancé is murdered and the children of Bellemare are stolen, Juliana is sent on a quest in a strange realm where appearances are deceiving. Merrick brings more adventure and passion than any woman could want. Can she withstand the temptations of the unblessed king? The spell she weaves over him is more than he can resist and, desperate to be the one to rule her, Merrick offers her a choice; either come with him until he tires of her...or die.

Realm Immortal book one
~~~www.michellepillow.com~~~ Immortality has a way of changing fate. Merrick, dark elfin King of Valdis, had once been heir to all that was good - happiness and pleasure his domain. Now, trapped as the ruler of mischief, king of necessary evil, he stands on a precipice of choice. On one side, his estranged brother, now ruler of what should have been Merrick's and, on the other, King Lucien of the Damned. Both would sway him. Damnation is winning.

Best Science Fiction Romance: Ulitmate Warriors
(by Michelle M. Pillow)
Trailer by Michelle M Pillow

Discover worlds where superheroes roam ... where good triumphs over evil ... and love truly does conquer all....

Demon Huntress: Sacrificed by Jaide Fox (Futuristic Romance): For years Nari has struggled with the knowledge that there is something different about her, and as her nightmares increase, leaving physical proof on her body, she realizes there is more to the mystery of her birth. But is she too late?
With Great Power by Brenna Lyons (Fantasy Romance): A lifetime of service or death. No choices. No exceptions. No escape.
Heroes Incorporated by Joy Nash (Paranormal Romance): Supergeek Clark Kendall needs geek-hater Blossom Breeze to help him save the day. He's got three days to trigger the cascade of sex hormones that will activate her superpowers. Can he do it?
Silk by Michelle M. Pillow (Futuristic Romance): Can one man give back the life taken from her so long ago? Rating: Contains violence and graphic, explicit sex and language and some material which could be offensive to sensitive readers.

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Best Historical Romance: Maiden and the Monster
(by Michelle M. Pillow)
Trailer by Michelle M Pillow

Vladamir of Kessen, Duke of Lakeshire Castle, is feared as a demon in the land of Wessex. The Kings have granted him a title of nobility in exchange for his part as a political prisoner. Discontent, he bides his time in his new home until war will once again rip through the land. But boredom soon turns to devious pleasure as the daughter of his most hated enemy is left for dead at his castle gate. Now the monster bides his time plotting revenge. Lady Eden of Hawks' Nest doesn't know what to think of the man who saved her life, but she can't wrench her thoughts away. His words are those of a tyrant, true to his vicious reputation, but his touch is that of a man, stirring passion and lust when there should only be fear. It would seem the infamous monster is not as monstrous as he appears.

www.michellepillow.com

Historical Romance

Vladamir of Kessen, Duke of Lakeshire Castle, is feared as a demon in the land of Wessex. The Kings have granted him a title of nobility in exchange for his part as a political prisoner. Discontent, he bides his time in his new home until war will once again rip through the land. But boredom soon turns to devious pleasure as the daughter of his most hated enemy is left for dead at his castle gate. Now the monster bides his time plotting revenge.

Lady Eden of Hawks' Nest doesn't know what to think of the man who saved her life, but she does think of him all the time. His words are those of a tyrant, true to his vicious reputation, but his touch is that of a man, stirring passion when there should only be fear. It would seem the infamous monster is not as monstrous as he appears.

Best Inspirational Romance: The Inspirational category was dropped due to insufficent entries

Best Erotic Romance: Taming Him
(by Michelle M. Pillow, Kimberly Dean, Summer Devon)
Trailer by Michelle M Pillow

In this steamy anthology, three strong, sexy women use their feminine wiles and powerful seduction to claim the men who can satisfy their every desire. . . .

In questa calda antologia, tre donne forti e sexy usano la loro femminilità e il loro potere di seduzione per reclamare gli uomini che possono soddisfare ogni loro desiderio...

KIMBERLY DEAN - Fever: Miserable at work with a raging fever, Delia Jenkins is sent home by her handsome, masterful boss. She tries to sleep it off, but hours later she is gently awakened by the arousing caress of her powerful knight in shining armor. Delia is still burning up -- with desire for his passionate, stimulating touch to make her feel better...in more ways than one.
Malata a lavoro a causa di una febbre crescente, Delia Jenkins viene mandata a casa dal suo affascinante e autoritario capo. Cerca di dormirci sopra, ma ore dopo è gentilmente svegliata dalle eccitanti carezze di un potente cavaliere in una scintillante armatura. Delia sta ancora bruciando - con il desiderio che il suo tocco appassionato e stimolante la faccia sentire meglio... in molti modi.
SUMMER DEVON  - Perfection: After volunteering for a lab experiment gone awry, Bryan Hartigan is irresistible to women. Thanks to a "come and take me" chemical that emanates from his pores, every woman wants his body -- and a group of thugs want the million-dollar essence it exudes. While on the run from relentless stalkers, Bryan meets Allie, a sweet, sensual waitress whose luscious curves he can't resist -- and who may be the antidote to his alluring curse.
Dopo essersi offerta volontaria per un esperimenti di laboratorio andato male, Bryan Hartigan è irresistibile per le donne. Grazie alla chimica "viene e prendimi" che emana dai suoi pori, ogni donna vuole il suo corpo - e un gruppo di trafficanti vogliono l'essenza da un milioni di dollari che emana da lui. Mentre è in fuga da cacciatori senza pietà, Bryan incontra Allie, una dolce, sensuale cameriera alle cui curve lussuriose non può resistere -  e che potrebbe essere l'antidoto per il suo maledetto fascino.
MICHELLE M. PILLOW - Taming Him: Driving alone one night, Maggie Stewart sees an alien spaceship and can't believe her eyes. When a gorgeous, hard-bodied stud named Vladei emerges and kidnaps Maggie, intoxicating her with his euphoric aura and chiseled features, she is utterly confused and tempted at the same time. Once she's aboard the ship, Vladei treats her like a queen, showering her with enticing pleasures and unrequited passion -- until she will do anything to be his.
Guidando da sola una notte, Maggie Stewart vede una navetta spaziale e non può credere ai suoi occhi. Quando un meraviglioso, muscoloso fusto chiamato Vladei emerge e rapisce Maggie, intossicandola con la sua euforica aurea e lineamenti cesellati, lei è completamente confusa e tentata allo stesso tempo. Una volta a bordo della navetta, Vladei la tratta come una regina, mostrandole piacere intenso e passione insaziabile - fino a che lei farà di tutto per essere sua.

In this steamy anthology, three strong, sexy women use their feminine wiles and powerful seduction to claim the men who can satisfy their every desire...

Best Romantic Series: The Sexth Sense - Blaze Series
(by Kelley St. John)
Trailer by Kelley St. John

He’s a rule-breaker, and he’s willing to break them all… for a sexy ghost. Dax Vicknair may have lost Celeste before, but he won’t let it happen again. He’ll keep her here, one way or another, for as long as he can. And if he can’t have her forever, he’ll make certain that when she leaves, she’s extremely...satisfied. Celeste Beauchamp never got the chance to experience love...or really great sex. Now she’s found her way back to the one man who can give her an abundance of both. But she never knows how long she’ll have before she’s taken away. So they have to make the most of every moment, because the one thing they don’t have is...time.

http://www.kelleystjohn.com/ShiverandSpice.cfm

Excellence in Art Direction: Witch Fire
(by Anya Bast)
Trailer by Anya Bast

Excellence in Score: Maiden and the Monster
(by Michelle M. Pillow)
Trailer by Michelle M Pillow

Excellence in Writing: Witch Fire
(by Anya Bast)
Trailer by Anya Bast

Promotional Excellence: Witch Fire
(by Anya Bast)
Trailer by Anya Bast

2007 WINNERS PROFESSIONAL DIVISION

Best Contemporary Romance: Sugar Daddy
(by Lisa Kleypas)
Trailer Developed by Circle of Seven Productionsy

Liberty Jones fell in love with Hardy Cates when she was fourteen and three quarters and he was seventeen. However, Hardy wasn't going to let even love stand in the way of his ambition to escape the poverty of his childhood. He had left town - and Liberty broken hearted. But Liberty is also a survivor - and determined to make a better life for herself and her baby sister. Moving to the big city, she finds a job and an unlikely friend in billionaire tycoon Gage Travis. But though Gage's son is convinced she's nothing but a gold digger looking for a Sugar Daddy, their relationship goes deeper than most people think. But just as Liberty and her sister begin to feel settled in their new life, Hardy comes back into their lives...

Liberty Jones si è innamorata di Hardy Cates quando aveva quattordici anni e tre quarti e lui diciassette. Tuttavia, Hardy non avrebbe lasciato che neanche l'amore si intromettesse con la sua ambizione di scappare dalla povertà della sua infanzia. Lui ha lasciato la città - e il cuore spezzato di Liberty. Ma Liberty è anche una sopravvissuta - e determinata a costruirsi una vita migliore per se stessa e per la sorellina. Trasferendosi nella grande città, trova un lavoro e un amico improbabile nel magnate miliardario Gage Travis. Ma sebbene il figlio di Gage sia convinto che lei non sia nient'altro che una cercatrice d'oro in cerca di un Paparino, la loro relazione si approfondisce più di quello che la gente pensa. Ma appena Liberty e la sorella incominciano a sentirsi a proprio agio nella loro nuova vita, Hardy ritorna nelle loro vite...

Love has many facets and many depths. And Liberty Jones must learn the lessons of love and life at an early age.
Now grown, and caring for her young sister, she is given a choice.
Go with the man she has loved all her life. Or stay with the man who can give her everything.
A novel by Lisa Kleypas
www.lisakleypas.com

Best Romantic Suspense: No Safe Place
(by JoAnn Ross)
Trailer by Circle of Seven Productions

Ross's return to the bayous of Louisiana sizzles with the sensuality and danger fans of her romantic thrillers have come to expect, as Chicago detective Kate Delaney travels to post-Katrina New Orleans to investigate the supposed suicide of her estranged twin sister. Once there, Kate finds she can't trust the NOPD, so joins forces with bad-boy private investigator Nick Broussard, a former New Orleans police officer recently thrown off the force. Their investigation turns up a killer, a plague of corruption and a mystery assailant whose target is unclear; is Kate the next victim of a serial killer, or are Nick's crime world contacts looking to silence him? Though Nick and Kate's instant attraction might seem predictable and precipitous ”yes, she's a "no-nonsense, Joe Friday, Yankee police detective" and he's "the most frustrating man she'd ever met” the scintillating love scenes it yields shouldn't disappoint. Though new readers will find Ross's casual, chatty prose style a love-it-or-hate-it affair, it pairs well with the Big Easy backdrop, and her deliberate pace pays off in the powerful, action-packed conclusion. (Publishers Weekly)

Il ritorno della Ross nei bayou della Louisiana sfrigolanti di sensualità e pericolo che i fan dei suoi thriller romantici aspettavano, con il detective di Chicago Kate Delaney sulla strada per la New Orleans del dopo Katrina per investigare su un supposto caso di suicidio della sua sorella gemella lontana. Una volta li, Kate scopre che non può fidarsi della polizia di New Orleans, così unisce le sue forze con l'investigatore privato e cattivo ragazzo Nick Broussard, un ex poliziotto di New Orleans recentemente gettato fuori dalle forze. La loro indagine scopre un assassino, una piaga di corruzione e un misterioso assalitore il cui obiettivo non è chiaro; Kate è la prossima vittima del serial killer, o i contatti con il mondo del crimine di Nick stanno cercando di metterlo a silenzio? (Publishers Weekly)

She's a homicide detective from Chicago, forced to go to New Orleans to help solve her sister's murder. He's an ex-SEAL, ex-cop and now a detective who knows the dark underworld of the city.
Together they'll tackle the streets of New Orleans, fighting crime...and fighting passion.
A novel by JoAnn Ross.
www.joannross.com

Best Paranormal Romance: The Rest Falls Away
(Colleen Gleason)
Trailer by Antley Drive Productions

In every generation, a Gardella is called to accept the family legacy of vampire slaying, and this time, Victoria Gardella Grantworth is chosen, on the eve of her debut, to carry the stake. But as she moves between the crush of ballrooms and dangerous, moonlit streets, Victoria's heart is torn between London's most eligible bachelor, the Marquess of Rockley, and her enigmatic ally, Sebastian Vioget. And when she comes face to face with the most powerful vampire in history, Victoria must ultimately make the choice between duty and love.

In ogni generazione, un Gardella è chiamato ad accettare l'eredità di famiglia di cacciare i vampiri, e questo volta, Victoria Gardella Grantworth è scelta, la vigilia del suo debutto, trasportare il palo. Ma mentre si muove fra la ressa delle sale da ballo e le strade pericolose e illuminate dalla luna, il cuore di Victoria è strappata fra lo scapolo più conteso di Londra, il marchese di Rockley, ed il suo enigmatico alleato, Sebastian Vioget. E quando viene faccia a faccia con il vampiro più potente nella storia, Victoria deve infine fare la scelta fra il dovere e l'amore.

Fighting vampires in 19th Century London.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RtNFM_RGTj0

Best Fantasy Romance: Moon Awakening
(by Lucy Monroe)
Trailer by Antley Drive Productions

Emily Hamilton volunteers to marry a Scottish laird in order to save her younger sister. But she can't save herself from being kidnapped by a werewolf clan-and its wild-hearted leader.

Emily Hamilton si offre volontaria per sposare un signore scozzese per salvare la sorella più giovane. Ma non può salvare se stesse dall'essere rapita da un clan di licantropi - e dal loro capo dal cuore selvaggio.

A dark romantic fantasy where secrets and passion can destroy their lives

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ggaajseDu6w

Best Science Fiction Romance: The Quest
(by Susan Kearney)
Trailer by Circle of Seven Productions

A warrior on a mission. Kirek of Rystan's objective is to destroy the Federation's deadliest enemy, but he needs help. When assistance comes in the form of a sexy and irresistible space pilot , he takes on a second goal--to win her heart. A woman with a plan. Captain Angel Taylor's going after the biggest salvage haul in her career. Fiercely independent, she can't imagine a life with Kirek, a traditional Rystani warrior with extraordinary psi powers -- but he has seductive skills she can't resist. The Quest. Teaming up, Angel and Kirek risk their lives to fight the evil Zin empire -- but Kirek's biggest battle of all is to win Angel's love.

Un guerriero in missione. L'obiettivo di Kirek of Rystan è distruggere il nemico della Federazione, ma ha bisogno di aiuto. Quando l'assistenza arriva nella forma di una sexy e irresistibile pilota spaziale, lui si prefissa anche un secondo obiettivo, vincere il suo cuore. Una donna con un piano. Il capitano Angela Taylor ha affrontato le più grandi missioni di salvataggio nella sua carriera. Fieramente indipendente, non può immaginare una vita con Kirek, un tradizionale guerriero Rystani con degli straordinari poteri psichici, ma lui ha delle tecniche seduttive a cui lei non può resistere. La missione. Facendo squadra, Angel e Kirek rischiano la loro vita per combattere il malvagio impero Zin, ma la più grande battaglia di Kirek è vincere l'amore di Angel.

Book trailer by USA Today best selling author Susan Kearney.
For more info please go to www.susankearney.com

Best Historical Romance: The Stranger I Married
(by Sylvia Day)
Trailer by Circle of Seven Productions

Sizzling, sensual romance and unforgettable characters combine in Sylvia Day's newest novel about a marriage of convenience that takes an unexpected turn...into true passion.

I personaggi eccitanti, sensuali e indimenticabili si combinano nell'ultimo romanzo di Sylvia Day su un matrimonio di convenienza che prende una svolta inattesa... in vera passione.

http://www.sylviaday.com/books/stranger/tsim-trailer/

Best Inspirational Romance: The Inspirational category was dropped due to insufficent entries

Best Erotic Romance: A Warrior's Witch
(by Mackenzie McKade)
Trailer by ScrapFairy Designs

Legacy bond them—betrayal will test them—but, love and a little bit of magic will keep them together. Gifted with both Berserka and Wicce heritage, Sabine wonders which legacy will determine her fate. A path of freedom and independence? Or will the Berserka curse tie her to one man, not of her choosing? After his father’s death, Conall returns to Scotland to take his rightful place as chieftain. Fate steps in and unleashes his hot-blooded lust on one obstinate woman resolved on defying destiny. A forced marriage binds them. Desire and their animalistic nature draw them together. But someone is threatening to destroy the fiery love growing between them. Salt in the water, poison in the wine has everyone looking askew at Sabine, including her husband. When the clan demands Sabine’s death, Conall must choose between family and the woman he loves.

A forced marriage binds them. Desire and their animalistic nature draw them together. But someone is threatening to destroy the fiery love growing between them. Salt in the water, poison in the wine has everyone looking askew at Sabine, including her husband. When the clan demands Sabine's death, Conall must choose between family and the woman he loves. www.mackenziemckade.com

Best Romantic Series: The Immortals Series
(by Jennifer Ashley, Joy Nash, Robin T. Popp)
Trailer by ScrapFairy Designs

Created at the dawn of time to protect humanity, the ancient warriors have been nearly forgotten, though magic lives on--in vampires, werewolves, the Celtic Sidhe, and other beings. But now one of their own has turned rogue, and the world is again in desperate need of the IMMORTALS.

Creati all'alba dei tempo per proteggere l'umanità, i guerrieri antichi sono stati quasi dimenticati, benchè la magia vivesse ancora - nei vampiri, nei licantropi, nel Sidhe celtico ed in altri esseri. Ma ora uno di loro è diventato rinnegato ed il mondo è ancora in bisogno disperato degli IMMORTALI. 

The Immortals were created at the dawn of time to keep Death Magic in check and protect the first civilizations. But seven hundred years ago, the youngest Immortal, Tain, disappeared, and the others, Adrian, Darius, Kalen, Hunter, went their own ways. www.immortals-series.com

Excellence in Art Direction: The Stranger I Married
(by Sylvia Day)
Trailer by Circle of Seven Productions

Excellence in Score: The Stranger I Married
(by Sylvia Day)
Trailer by Circle of Seven Productions

Excellence in Writing: No Safe Place
(by JoAnn Ross)
Trailer by Circle of Seven Productions

Promotional Excellence: No Safe Place
(by JoAnn Ross)
Trailer by Circle of Seven Productions

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