Alexandra Ivy

Upcoming Appearances

2012-01-06T14:55:00.000-08:00

I'll update the website once everything is settled. But for now I plan to attend Romcom in Denver in June, RWA in CA in July and AAD in New Orleans in Aug. All these events will have open booksignings, so I hope if you're in the area you'll have a chance to stop by and say hi!!Happy New Year,Alex

French and Spanish covers ;-)

2011-12-27T06:48:00.001-08:00

2011-12-16T07:17:00.000-08:00

Another lovely review :http://unitedbybooks.blogspot.com/2011/12/review-for-bound-by-darkness-by.htmlJaelyn is the kind of leading lady I love! She is a sarcastic, strong lady, but underneath it all is just a woman with a passionate and vulnerable side. Ariyal turns into quite the leading man. I love how Ivy’s leading men are never Prince Charmings, but show they have flaws. The banter and chemistry sizzles amongst the pages and you start rooting for the couple to overcome all obstacles. I wish there were more scenes with Levet. That is my only complaint. There is something about that little French gargoyle that always brings a smile to my face. Maybe it's because he catches all the ladies hearts, while irritating the males. This book has it all demons, spirits, wizards, trolls, ogres and zombies, Oh my! Ivy also gives you a taste of whats to come with Santiago and Nefri. The peek behind the veil has you wanting to see what will happen and leaves you wishing you could see it now. This Guardian's of Eternity fan will be holding her breath till I get my next fix in the world Ivy has created! By Lindsey with United By Books

A lovely reveiw :)

2011-12-13T07:34:00.000-08:00

Alexandra Ivy's characterization of these lovers is excellent. Hunters like Jaelyn endure brutal training and are bound by a strict code that governs their lives. It's literally beaten into them that intimacy and choosing a mate are forbidden. Jaelyn has many emotional scars from her difficult life, but she also has a conscience. The tough-as-nails, lethal killer is vulnerable. Ariyal has his own skeletons related to his past enslavement to the sadistic Morgana le Fey. He's also an extremely appealing hero: He has stunning bronze eyes, amazing strength and abilities and a magical, sensual aura that wraps around a reader. Together, Ariyal and Jaelyn wield significant power, and their sexual chemistry simmers and boils off the page. Witty, sarcastic banter adds good fun to an enemies-turned-lovers theme.A subplot involves the über-seductive vampire Santiago (I loved this guy), who is tasked with finding the missing Cassandra, a powerful werewolf prophet whose trail is extremely illusive. Santiago is assisted by Nefri, an extraordinary, immortal vampire with a fascinating background. I'm looking forward to reading the next books in the series to see what Alexandra Ivy has in store for these two!Alexandra Ivy embeds snippets of Arthurian legend in an imaginative, complex paranormal world. A variety of intriguing characters — including, mages, vampires, werewolves, fey, demons, spirits, wizards, trolls, ogres and, let's not forget, some nasty zombies resurrected by a necromancer (oh my!) — help advance the fast-paced plot. And there is Levet, an endearing miniature gargoyle with a French accent, who is a favorite recurring character in the series. Much to Ariyal's chagrin, Levet wheedles his way into Jaelyn's heart, which isn't easily won.Witty sarcasm provides laugh-out-loud dialogue and introspection that lightens even the darker scenes. Magic enhances ancient weaponry used in a number of well-choreographed action and battle sequences. Bound by Darkness is an exciting page-turner, and I found Alexandra Ivy's world extremely creative and clever. Ariyal and Jaelyn face nasty antagonists and dark evil, but at the end of the day readers are not left wanting for a special HEA.Bound by Darkness is the eighth book in the Guardians of Eternity series and the first Alexandra Ivy story I have read. I think this book could be enjoyed as a stand-alone, as the author provides considerable background development and explanation of the world's vernacular. This reader is definitely looking forward to reading more about the Guardians of Eternity.Lea Franczak lives in Toronto with her family, which includes three dogs and one cantankerous geriatric cat. She has been blogging and reviewing since 2008 and is one of the administrators at Book Lovers Inc. She is also an active member at Goodreads.

German Cover

2011-12-11T09:16:00.001-08:00

Supernatural was a Winner :)

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http://www.theromancereviews.com/viewbooks.php?bookid=3385

Twitter Chat!

2011-12-06T09:53:00.001-08:00

If you have some time tomorrow (Dec. 7th) I'll be doing a Twitter chat from 2-5 central time. Just hop on twitter and use the hashtag #AlexIvyChat to join in. I'd love, love to have some time to 'chat' about books, writing, or my lack of cooking skills. Anything you want :)

Winners!!!!!!!!!

2011-11-23T07:51:00.001-08:00

I've used Random.org to choose three winners!! Please send your snail mail address to:alexandraivy @ yahoo.comThe Grand Prize winner is:KassandraSecond Prize winner is:leleThird Prize winner is:Cindi PhillipsA huge thanks to everyone who entered and check back. I'm doing several blogs and interviews in the next couple of weeks with giveaways, and I believe most of them are open internationally!!!Happy Thanksgivings, stay safe and have a fabulous holiday!Best,Alex

Contest!!

2011-11-15T05:35:00.001-08:00

Thanks to all my fantastic writer friends I've been able to collect an insanely wonderful prize package to give away in countdown to BOUND BY DARKNESS (check out the pictures below)! I have SIGNED books and SWAG from Lara Adrian, Shannon K. Butcher, Dakota Cassidy, Angie Fox, Larissa Ione, Erin Kellison, Jade Lee, Rose's Bookhouse, Shiloh Walker, and Laura Wright!!! All you have to do is tell me your favorite Levet scene. The contest runs from November 15th to November 22nd and I'll give away three prizes.First prize will be the books and swag I mentioned above plus an ARC of Bound by Darkness and Supernatural. 2nd place will be an ARC of Bound by Darkness, an audio copy of Supernatural and The Real Werwives of Vampire County. Third place prize will be an ARC of Bound by Darkness plus a copy of The Real Werwives of Vampire County. Sorry, this one will be U.S. only, but I promise to have another international contest soon!!!Good luck,Alex

2011-11-14T20:35:00.001-08:00

Some Great Reviews for Werewives :)

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· “An interesting group of stories, not all romance, for readers who like their paranormal creatures varied and their werewolves more animal than human.” – RT Book Reviews· Blog Review NoraAdrienne’s Reviews-- "It’s even better then television." http://bit.ly/sPDBeJ· Parkersburg News and Sentinel (W. Virginia / daily newspaper/ circ 27,000)– Review in Nov. 14 issue: “In this peek into paranormal suburbia, this collection shows that the popular vampire and werewolf monsters like to glam it up like the rest of us and has plenty of hot romance.” http://www.newsandsentinel.com/page/content.detail/id/554113/Steampunk-and-werewolves---oh-my-.html?nav=5055· Bookaholics Romance Book Club “A sexy and solid read!” – 4/5 Stars· Ebook Obsessed – Review: "I certainly wasn’t going to bed until I finished." http://bit.ly/ogmHuu· Heroes and Heartbreakers – Featured on 9/28 http://www.heroesandheartbreakers.com/blogs/2011/09/fiction-affliction-diagnosing-october-2011-releases-in-paranormal-romance-and-more· True Blood Net – Contest and book write up: http://true-blood.net/2011/10/07/win-vampire-lestat-contact-lenses-and-a-copy-of-real-werewives-of-vampire-county/· Tigris Eden – “I definitely recommend this book.” http://www.tigrisedengardenofbooks.com/2011/10/real-werewives-of-vampire-county.html?zx=7333fcfcfb8d862e· The Order of Smut Vixens: Review posted to GoodReads. Will post to blog on Oct 4: “I definitely recommend this book! Alexandra Ivy rocks!” - 4/5 stars· DarkFaerieTales: Announcement and contest posted 9/10 http://darkfaerietales.com/supernatural-smack-alexandra-ivys-uriel-2.html· Included in “New Releases” round ups for VampireBookClub, Wickled LilPixie, DearAuthor· Hanging with Belles – Blog review: http://hangingwithbells.blogspot.com/2011/10/review-real-werewives-of-vampire-county.html· “Sexy when it should be, funny when it could be, and smart and clever everywhere else.” – on the Angie Fox story; “The Burbs meets Desperate Housewives in this surprisingly fun mystery. “ – All Things Urban Fantasy on the Tami Dane story http://allthingsurbanfantasy.blogspot.com/2011/10/early-review-real-werewives-of-vampire.html· “These are four well written entertaining romantic suspense urban fantasies with different somewhat keeping the plots fresh. Additionally Alexandra Ivy’s entry is part of her Guardians of Eternity series.” – Harriet Klausner· “If you like your paranormal action a little on the steamy side, then these ladies are just what you’re looking for. Forget about Desperate Housewives because they got nothing when compared to The Real Werewives of Vampire County, by Alexandra Ivy, Angie Fox, Jess Haines, and Tami Dane.” – Fictitious Musings· AmberKatze Book Blog – “All in all this anthology is a good read. Definitely a must read for any Werewolf fans or anyone who wants to try out some new authors.” http://amberkatze.blogspot.com/2011/10/138-real-werewives-of-vampire-county-by.html· SmexyBooks – Review “A fun fast paced story with plenty of action and steamy loving to keep you thoroughly hooked… An enjoyable mystery with a dramatic flare that has you rolling your eyes and laughing at these crazy diva trophy wives and their penchant for alcohol. Engaging mystery that kept me guessing till the end… Smooth writing and great characterization had me laughing at their antics.” http://www.smexybooks.com/2011/10/review-the-real-werewives-of-vampire-county-anthology.htm

Rose's Bookhouse signing

2011-11-05T20:27:00.000-07:00

Had a fabulous time at the book-signing with Angie Fox, Jade Lee, Shannon Butcher and Shiloh Walker. Below are a few pictures! Oh, and stay tuned. I've been collecting signed books and promo goodies from my recent signings. I'm going to have a blow out contest in the next week or two! I can't wait :)

A chance to win

2011-11-01T09:03:00.001-07:00

For a chance to win just tweet why you want to read this book @kensingtonbooks using hashtag #RealWerewives for a chance to win this book along with When Darkness Comes by moi and Hunted by Others by Jess Haines!!

Book Signing on Saturday!

2011-10-30T09:36:00.000-07:00

Mark you planners: SAT NOV 5th from 12-2pm: Rose's Bookhouse. Your day will not be complete without saying "hi" to Shannon K Butcher, Angie Fox, Alexandra Ivy, Jade Lee & Shiloh Walker. And as a special treat--for every new book you purchase penned by one of these fabulous ladies you'll enter into a drawing to win a $25 gift certificate to the store. Don't miss out!!! See ya there!Dark, Dangerous & Dirty Booksigning!Saturday, November 5 at 12:00pm, Rose's Bookhouse8935 Veterans Memorial PKWYO'Fallon, MO

Winners!!

2011-09-30T05:54:00.000-07:00

Okay, I had 2 random winners drawn and these are the two winners:
barbbattaglia
Tinaburied under books

Please send your snail mail to alexandraivy @ yahoo.com and I'll get your copy of The Real Werewives of Vampire county in the mail!

And a huge thanks to everyone who entered...I loved reading your responses!

I'll be having some more contests coming up! And chances to win Bound by Darkness!!!

Happy Friday,
Alex

Fall Kick-Off

2011-09-26T06:19:00.000-07:00

To celebrate the start of autumn let's have a contest! Just tell me your fav thing about the season...mine is Halloween! I'll draw two names on Thursday! Oh and the prize? A copy of THE REAL WEREWIVES OF VAMPIRE COUNTY!!

Good luck :)
Alex

A lovely Review

2011-09-21T07:48:00.001-07:00

Supernatural earned a Top Pick at the Romance Reviews!!

A chance to Win!!

2011-09-20T09:09:00.000-07:00

I'm over at Jacki's blog this week! Stop by for a chance to win!!

http://jacquelynfrank.blogspot.com/2011/09/interview-and-giveaway-with-alexandra.html

Chat

2011-09-17T12:04:00.000-07:00

I'm going to be at the Book Monster Reviews tomorrow (Sunday, Sept. 18th) from 3-5 pm central time. I hope you'll stop by with a few questions for me! I'll be giving away an ARC for the Real Werewives of Vampire County as well as a copy of Supernatural. If you can't come to the chat there's also an interview with a chance to win one of the books!

http://www.bookmonsterreviews.blogspot.com/

Hope to see you there,
Alex

A taste of Werewives :)

2011-09-13T07:44:00.000-07:00

Troy, prince of imps, was a large, muscular man with the build of a professional wrestler and the fashion taste of a drag queen. At the moment he was attired in silver spandex pants and a see-through jade shirt that gave a nice glimpse of his broad chest.

His long, brilliant red hair flowed down his back like a river of fire and his emerald eyes danced with a wicked sense of humor that was contagious.

He was like an exotic butterfly who oozed a blatant sensuality.

“Mmm…” he drawled as Sophia halted next to him, his gaze never wavering from the nearby dancers. “Delectable as always, my love.”

Reaching out she slapped his hand. “No touching the merchandise, Troy.”

The imp pouted, but dropping his arm he turned to face her. “But you know how I love them tall, blond, and furry.”

“You love them any way you can get them.”

“True.” Troy ran his hands down his shirt, licking his lips. “A wise imp swims with the tide.”

She snorted. Troy did a lot of swimming with the tide. Which, of course, meant that he had connections throughout the demon world.

And that was precisely why Sophia had contacted him a few days before.

“Did you bring what I asked?”

With a chuckle that should have given her ample warning he gave a lift of his hand, motioning toward a nearby doorway.

“Don’t I always deliver?”

Her lips parted, but her words were forgotten as a man stepped from the shadows.

No, not a man…a pureblooded Were, she quickly corrected, catching the feral scent of his wolf. And so sinfully gorgeous that he made her heart slam against her ribs.

She covertly clenched her hands as he strolled forward. What the hell was wrong with her?

Her entire life had been filled with handsome, powerful men. All of them anxious for the opportunity to impress her. Whether it was to earn the right to breed with her. Or just to enjoy a few wicked nights of pleasure.

But she couldn’t recall ever feeling as if she’d just stepped off the edge of a cliff and was plummeting through thin air.

Was that why she couldn’t breathe?

More than a little disturbed by her unwelcomed reaction, she warily studied the stranger.

He was handsome, but it wasn’t the polished elegance of her dancers.

The blue black hair was cut short, as if he couldn’t be bothered to mess with it, but the severe style only emphasized the stark male beauty of face. His skin was the rich bronze that came from Latin heat and his eyes more black than brown.

He was taller than her, perhaps six foot, but he was thick with muscles that rippled beneath the skin-tight black T-shirt that was matched with a pair of black combat pants.

Ruthless.

The word whispered through her mind at the same moment his potent heat wrapped around her, enflaming her blood with a pulsing awareness she hadn’t felt in decades.

“Good…god,” she muttered.

Troy cleared his throat, doing a piss poor job of hiding his amusement.

Jackass.

“Sophia, this is Luc. Luc, Sophia.” The imp waved a languid hand toward the massive Were. “Isn’t he just to die for?”

Sophia’s gaze clashed with the burning black gaze, her skin suddenly feeling too tight for her body.

Shit. Shit. Shit.

This Were was trouble with a capital T and the very last thing she needed.

Winners!!

2011-09-12T06:35:00.000-07:00

Okay I had random.org pick two winners and they are:

Lady D

cherthib

Congrats!! Please send your snail mail to alexandraivy @ yahoo.com

And a huge thanks to everyone who entered...you made me soooo hungry with your fabulous food!

I'll be having more contests as the release of The Real Werewives of Vampire County approaches so stay tuned!

Best,
Alex

Celebration!

2011-09-08T06:23:00.000-07:00

To celebrate hitting the USA Today bestseller list with Supernatural I feel like having a contest!! Just tell me your favorite fall food (mine is pumpkin bread...yum) and I'll put you in the drawing for a copy of YOURS FOR ETERNITY. I'll pick two winners on Monday, Sept. 12th.

Good luck!
Alex

Yours For Eternity

2011-09-04T07:53:00.000-07:00

Tuesday is the mass market release for Yours For Eternity. If you missed Victor in trade paperback, this is your chance to give him a try :)

Alex

Pics from AAD

2011-08-24T17:42:00.001-07:00

AAD

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Had an insanely wonderful time in Philly. The city is beautiful and the conference (Authors After Dark) was wonderful! It's not often you can spend four days with readers and bloggers who all read and love the same books that you do. And the other authors were so gracious. Lara Adrian and Larissa Ione are absolutely fantastic! The endured my 'fan-girl' moments without once calling for security :) And poor Kayla Gray allowed me to cling to her despite the fact I was a complete stranger! Dakota Cassidy is as beautiful and funny as you would think and Erin Kellison just as sweet. I also have to say thanks to Caridad Pineiro who took me to a delectable Mexican restaurant. And there were so many others who I'll talk about in later posts :)

Of course, it was the readers who truly make such an event so special. A writer's life is amazingly isolated (unless you count all those voices in our heads) and to have an opportunity to speak with those who share that world you have created is an amazing experience.

I came home with some yummy, yummy goodies (books by Lara, Larissa, Erin, Dakota...) so I intend to have a blow out contest when it gets closer to the release date of Bound by Darkness.

Stay tuned,
Alex

Battle for Sexist Sidekick

2011-08-07T06:29:00.000-07:00

I've nominated Levet for Sexist Sidekick :) I hope you'll stop by and lend your support...oh, and there's a chance to win an ARC for Supernatural!!

http://book-faery.blogspot.com/2011/08/bots-2-alexandra-ivy.html

Good luck!
Alex

Winners!!

2011-08-01T06:15:00.000-07:00

First I have send out a huge THANK YOU to everyone who entered and spread the word of the Guardians!! You all are truly the best ever :)

And now for the winners. I used randomizer to pick two and the winners are:

Purse Goddess
Lady D

Please send your snail mail to alexandraivy AT yahoo DOT com and I'll get your signed copy of Supernatural in the mail!

Also, I hope everyone will stay tuned. I'll be having more contests coming up soon!

Alex

New Contest!!

2011-07-18T18:22:00.000-07:00

To celebrate the reprint of WHEN DARKNESS COMES at it's new low price coming August 1st I've decided to hold a contest for a chance to win an ARC of Supernatural. What I'm asking is that you share the news of Dante's book with someone who might never have tried the series :) Maybe a tweet, a mention on a blog, or a whisper to a neighbor...anything will be great! Then just tell me "I did it" in this blog and I'll put your name in the drawing!! And if everyone you know has already given the books a try, that's fine too. You are still welcomed to enter!

I'll draw two winners on July 31st!

Good luck to all!
Alex

Signing books for upcoming trade show :)

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Ariyal and Jaelyn's story :)

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RWA signing

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RWA signing

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Fun times at RWA signing

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Supernatural ARC contest

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Stop by for a chance to win!!!

>http://www.paranormalhaven.com/2011/06/guest-post-and-giveaway-from-author_26.html

French Styx

2011-06-19T16:40:00.000-07:00

This is my new cover for Styx, what do you think?

I'm busy working on copy edits for Bound by Darkness (Ariyal's story) and preparing for RWA in New York. This is my first big conference so I'm excited. I hope to meet some of you there! I'll be at the Literacy signing with four hundred other authors, so I hope you'll stop by and say hi :)

Until I get back, happy reading!
Alex

Lovely Review!

2011-06-01T06:29:00.000-07:00

Thanks to Fresh Fiction and reviewer Diana Troldahl!!!

"Packed with Hot and Sexy Vibes, Spiced with Danger"

Alexandra Ivy has another winner in DEVOURED BY DARKNESS. This seventh in the Guardians of Eternity series is packed with hot and sexy vibes and spiced with danger. Tane will have what he wants, Laylah is just as determined to keep what she needs. It is fascinating to watch the two of them come together as the plot unfurls around them. An interesting cast of secondary characters adds layers of complexity to the over-arching and tightly plotted storyline. Ivy has written one of the best urban fantasy series out there.

Here's the link:
http://freshfiction.com/review.php?id=29702

Celebrating Teachers!

2011-05-31T15:49:00.001-07:00

http://www.openroadmedia.com/blog/2011-05-31/Alexandra-Ivy-on-Teachers.aspx

Another Polish Cover

2011-05-22T07:36:00.001-07:00

New Review!

2011-05-18T06:25:00.000-07:00

http://romancejunkiesreviews.com/artman/publish/paranormal/Devoured_by_Darkness.shtml

Polish Covers...beautiful!!

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More Good News

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There will also be two more novellas (short stories with other authors) in the Guardian series :) Yeah!! Thanks to all of you for making this possible :)

Alex

New Covers German/French Viper

2011-05-10T07:39:00.001-07:00

German Beyond the Darkness

Winners Announced!

2011-05-09T07:13:00.000-07:00

I had randomizer pick three winners and without further ado (I just like saying that :)) here they are:

My4sons
Candy G.
Trish Brittingham

Send your snail mail address to alexandraivy @ yahoo.com and I'll get your autographed ARCs in the mail!!

Congrats and I hope everyone will check back for a new contest in the coming weeks! Oh, and I've updated the website with excerpts of my ucoming books!! I hope you enjoy :)

Alex

More Guardians and Contest!!!

2011-05-02T06:58:00.001-07:00

I'm delighted to be able to announce that I just signed a contract for four more Guardian novels :) YEAH!!! So....to celebrate I'm holding a contest to win a Supernatural ARC. I'm going to give away 3 (Yep, 3) If you'd like to be entered just tell me your favorite Guardian. Styx, Viper, Dante...

I'll randomly choose a winner on Mother's Day!!

Good luck to all :)

Yeah!!

2011-05-01T13:12:00.000-07:00

Big news and a contest, starting tomorrow!!!!!!!!!

Dante's Back :)

2011-04-26T13:50:00.000-07:00

I'm so excited!! My publishing house is reissuing WHEN DARKNESS COMES in August at a low price of $5.99! Hopefully it will lure new, unsuspecting readers into my devious web of vampire love :)

Happy Easter!!

2011-04-22T08:54:00.000-07:00

I'm still in the midst of copy edits and preparing for the return of sons from college, but I wanted to take a minute to wish Dante all the best on his debut in France :) I hope they're ready for the Guardians!

I also wanted to take a minute to wish everyone who celebrates Easter or passover a wonderful weekend with family and friends. Hopefully it's better weather for all of you...it's suppose to rain for the foreseeable future. Why is it the weatherman is always wrong when it's supposed to be sunny and never wrong when they call for rain...sigh.

Anyway...here's to chocolate bunny and maybe a nice bottle of wine :)

Best,
Alex

Schedule Update

2011-04-19T06:20:00.000-07:00

Sorry I've been MIA :( I'm in the middle of copy edits and starting to plot the next book which means I disappear into my office for days like a cave troll! When I have some time I hope to change my website around to add a few of my new covers as well as to add a section for my upcoming appearances...yes, for once I intend to actually leave my home and go out into the big, brave world :) Below is a few of the events I've planned:

"Readers for Life" Literacy Autographing: Tuesday, June 28, from 5:30–7:30 p.m. at the New York Marriott Marquis in Times Square

Authors After Dark: Aug. 13th from 2-4 at the Doubletree Hotel, Philadelphia

Rose's Bookhouse: Nov. 5th TBA in St. Louis, MO

I'll try to keep everyone updated as the schedule fills out!

Supernatural Cover!!

2011-03-31T13:46:00.001-07:00

Coming to stores August 30th!! This is Uriel and Kata's story...I can't wait :)

French Cover

2011-03-27T10:22:00.000-07:00

Uriel's sneak peek :)

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CHAPTER ONE

LONDON, ENGLAND

Uriel had very specific plans for the upcoming evening.

First up, dinner in bed with a luscious, golden-haired fairy who tasted like champagne and boasted skills that could make a vampire howl like a damned werewolf. Even without a full moon.

Next on the agenda, a round of sparring with the latest batch of foundlings that had arrived in London. In the past few years Victor, the clan chief of Great Britain, had instituted a law that demanded all recently created vampires must spend at least the first decade of life being trained at his lair. And since Uriel was second in command, as well Victor’s best warrior, it meant it was his duty to oversee their fighting lessons.

And if there was time left before dawn, he intended to meet with the soldiers who had recently returned from their hunt in northern England.

Since rumors of the return of the Sylvermyst had spread through the demon world, Victor had sent out nightly patrols to search for the evil cousins of the fey. It aggravated the hell out of Uriel that he wasn’t allowed to take his place in the chase.

Unfortunately when he’d accepted his position as Victor’s right hand man, he had given up his place in the field. Now he was stuck plotting strategy, drawing up scout rotations, and researching the history of the Sylvermyst in the massive library beneath Victor’s lair on the outskirts of London.

He was also on call 24/7 to his chief.

Which was why he was headed through the vast labyrinth of hallways, dressed in a pair of faded jeans and a sweatshirt, instead of lying naked on his bed with a beautiful fairy doing bad, bad things to his eager, eager body.

Climbing the marble staircase and strolling down the crimson carpeted hallway, Uriel ignored the priceless Greek statues and pictures that lined the walls and the explosion of gilt that framed the arched windows.

He understood Victor’s need for a gaudy display of wealth and power, but damn. A man could get a brain cramp from such an overexposure of frou-frou.
Especially those damned frescos that were painted on the lofted ceiling.

Uriel grimaced. The images of angels with fiery swords defending a gaggle of humans against a horde of demons might be some sort of priceless work of art, but to Uriel it was a never ending source of annoyance.

He was a brutal killer and a ruthless enemy to those who would threaten his clan. But for all his grim reputation, he was cursed with finely carved features and a halo of curls that perfectly matched his light brown eyes.

As beautiful as a fallen angel…

He’d heard those words a thousand times over the past four centuries.
Sometimes they were a sigh on a woman’s lips. And sometimes a mocking taunt from his brothers.

They always managed to make him want to hit something.

Really, really hard.

Stepping into the vast library, Uriel halted in the middle of the fancy-ass carpet and watched as Victor lifted himself from behind the heavy walnut desk and crossed toward a matching side board.

He wasn’t the hulking brute that most people expected of a clan chief. Actually, dressed in a silk shirt and black slacks he looked every inch the English aristocrat with his elegantly carved features and glossy black hair pulled into a neat braid.

But a closer inspection revealed the hard muscles beneath the designer clothing and the promise of death that lurked in the pale silver eyes rimmed with black.

Victor was a predator.

Pure and simple.

“Uriel, join me,” the ancient vampire commanded, turning from the sideboard to press a small glass of amber spirits in his hand. “Salud.”

The aged cognac slide down Uriel’s throat as smooth as honey. Liquid fire.

“Martell,” Uriel breathed with a lift of his brow, easily recognizing the expensive liquor. “I’m afraid to ask.”

Victor leaned against the sideboard, his arms folded over his chest.

“Excuse me?”

“You only break out the good stuff when you want something. Usually something that includes blood, death, and/or mayhem.”

“Is that any way to speak to your beloved clan chief?”

Uriel snorted. “I will agree that you’re my clan chief.”

Victor sipped his cognac, a somber expression settling on his lean face.

“We have been through interesting times, haven’t we, old friend?”

Uriel’s vague unease became downright apprehension. Despite his vast age, Victor wasn’t prone to maudlin musings.

So, what the hell was going on?

“Some more interesting than others,” he slowly admitted, setting aside the Waterford crystal glass.

New Week

2011-03-07T07:49:00.000-08:00

I'm still busily typing away at Ariyal and Jaelyn's story, a small spoiler is that is has a large dose of Santiago in it :) I'm also beginning to work on the outline for my story in The Real Werewives of Vampire County...it's going to be a fun story with Sophia (the bitchy mother of Harley, Darcy, Regan and Cassandra!) She meets her match in Luc...a yummy Were from Miami. I'm excited to sit down and write it!

The snow has at last melted, although it remains cold and rainy here...still, I'm just so happy I can get out and go without worrying about ending up in a ditch!

I hope spring is being kinder to all of you :)

Best,
Alex

A Belated Valentine from Troy, Prince of Imps :)

2011-03-02T06:42:00.001-08:00

Troy, the Prince of Imp’s Top Ten Valentine Day Tips
10. Love might not be for sale, but I am.
9. Bling, bling, bling. Oh yeah, did I forget the bling?
8. A Valentine Day without chocolate is like sex without a partner.
7. An imp in hand is worth forty fairies in a bush. Trust me, I’ve had both.
6. Need shopping tips? Always trust a drag queen.
5. You can judge a man by the champagne he orders. Cristal Brut = keeper!
4. Looking good is more important than being good.
3. Only a real man can rock the spandex.
2. Love was meant to be shared. And shared. And shared.
1. Every day is better with a bit of magic!

Happy Valentine's Day

2011-02-14T15:06:00.001-08:00

I hope that cupid visited with a bit of magic for one and all :)

Help

2011-01-30T10:12:00.000-08:00

I don't want to think about the next snow storm that's already threatening, so instead lets share some fav Valentine Day traditions. Do you have any? I always love flowers, so whatever my husband gets for me I always expect those roses :) What about you?

Alex

Snow

2011-01-20T09:07:00.000-08:00

So it's snowing...AGAIN. I need some sort of cure for the winter blues :) It's been cold and miserable here for weeks and I'm ready for some sun and fun! Next year I'm going to conferences that hit around mid January and last until March! Even worse, my mother is getting ready to head off to Florida and she just can't resist reminding me of her upcoming trip every opportunity she gets :) Brat. I hope you all are staying warm and have a ton of great books to keep you company!

Alex

Flu Bug

2011-01-17T10:37:00.000-08:00

I've been stricken...arrrg. I've had a nasty bug for the past week and while I'm slowly recovering it's been a true pain. On the other hand, I've discovered you can write while high on flu medicine, although I'm afraid to go back and read what I've scribbled :) Our nasty, gray weather hasn't helped, and I'm longing for spring already!!

I hope you all are having a better January!

Alex

I'm featured at The Romance Reviews site!

2011-01-11T06:36:00.000-08:00

Stop by and say hi!!

Alex

Plugging Away :)

2011-01-08T06:37:00.000-08:00

Sorry I've been hit or miss lately, I'm struggling with a couple of deadlines that are killer :) It's almost impossible to write with hubby and two college-aged boys constantly underfoot and while I've loved having them around, I'm equally happy to have my house back to myself so I can get some work done...of course first I have to disinfect the three weeks of abuse, starting with the bathrooms :)

On the work side I'm finishing up the short story for the Supernatural anthology. The story will be Uriel's who is on the hunt for Laylah's missing mother! I also bring back Yannah from Devoured by Darkness. (The spirit, or so we think :)

Next up is Ariyal and Jaelyn's story! I've already started and I'm having a great time with the two of them.

Hope everyone is having the happiest of new years!
Best,
Alex

Update on Releases :)

2010-12-27T15:55:00.000-08:00

I hope everyone had a fabulous holiday season!! We survived and are still digging out of the snow :) Now we're looking forward to the New Year, which reminded me that I needed to update everyone on my publishing schedule:

SUPERNATURAL (an anthology with the fabulous Larissa Ione, Jacquelyn Frank, and G.A. Aiken) in September 2011

BOUND BY DARKNESS in November 2011 (Ariyal and Jaelyn's story)

MY LORD VAMPIRE will be out in March 2012 (a re-release of my regency vampire book I wrote under the name Debbie Raleigh)

The next Darkness book late summer or early fall 2012

MY LORD ETERNITY late 2012

Wishing you a safe and happy and prosperous New Year!!
Alex

Happy Holidays!

2010-12-23T18:39:00.000-08:00

Just wanted to take a moment to wish everyone save and happy holidays!! Be sure and take some time for yourself (preferrably with a good book :)) See ya in the New Year!

Best,
Alex

Borders!

2010-12-21T06:22:00.000-08:00

I'm at Borders today!! Stop by and say hi :)

http://bordersblog.com/trueromance/

Authors After Dark Conference

2010-12-20T07:41:00.000-08:00

I'm thrilled to say that I'll be attending AAD in Philly this year!! I'm very excited at the opportunity to meet with my fellow readers!! I'm also in last frantic days of promoting my newest book "Devoured by Darkness" Tomorrow I will be blogging over at Borders.com so if you have an opportunity I would love to have you stop by and say hi!

In other news my boys are now home for the holidays, which is wonderful, but means that not much writing is getting done :) I hope to find some time to sneak away to my office, but I have a feeling that it will have to wait until after the holidays!

I wish the happiest of holidays to all of you and the brightest of New Years! May all your dreams come true :)

Best,
Alex

Great News

2010-12-11T06:55:00.000-08:00

So happy to announce that Tane has hit the New York Times Bestseller list, the USA Today Bestseller list, and the Publisher Weekly Bestseller list! Thanks to all my readers!!!!!!!!!! You all are the very best!!

Alex

Bitten By Books

2010-12-07T14:50:00.001-08:00

I'm blogging over at Bitten By Books tomorrow!! Stop by in the afternoon and say hi!! Oh yeah, there's free books being given away :) See ya there!

http://bittenbybooks.com/?p=33905

Ho, ho, ho,
Alex

UPCOMING DATES!!!

2010-11-15T11:53:00.000-08:00

Blog Dates:
Nov. 17th
Over Coffee
http://siamckye.blogspot.com/

Nov. 22nd
VampChix
http://vampchix.blogspot.com/

Dec 8th
Bitten By Books
http://bittenbybooks.com/

Dec 13th
Nocturne Romance Reads
http://www.nocturnereads.webs.com/

Dec 21st
Borders
http://bordersblog.com/trueromance/

Interviews:
http://ismellsheep.blogspot.com/

New Video!!!

2010-11-10T15:00:00.001-08:00

Wonderful new video from Open Road Media :) I hope you'll check it out!

http://www.openroadmedia.com/author_ivy.html

2010-11-08T18:49:00.000-08:00

RT Nomination

2010-11-03T07:31:00.001-07:00

I'm beyond thrilled to announce that Devoured by Darkness has been nominated by Romantic Times magazine for 2010 Vampire Romance!!! Tane is doing me proud :)

New Contest and Poem from Levet

2010-10-27T09:13:00.000-07:00

I hope you'll stop by Paranormal Haven and enter for a chance to win an ARC for Devoured by Darkness!! Oh, and there's a Halloween poem from Levet :)

http://www.paranormalhaven.com/2010/10/poem-from-levet-of-alexandra-ivys.html

Good luck and Happy Halloween!!
Alex

4 1/2 Stars from RT :)

2010-10-19T14:09:00.000-07:00

DEVOURED BY DARKNESS
by Alexandra Ivy

More clues to an approaching darkness are revealed in the newest installment of Ivy’s long-running and consistently excellent Guardians of Eternity series. New players are being added to Ivy’s world, ramping up the action. Ivy always packs her books with buckets of action, emotion and sexy sizzle; and the continuing presence of Levet, the mini gargoyle, is welcome comic relief. Another winner!

As Charon, or rogue vampire executioner, Tane is none too popular with his fellow vampires. His most recent assignment has him tracking a half jinn/half human named Laylah who was part of the recent werewolf debacle. According to the supernatural commission, half-jinn are abominations and not allowed to live, but feisty Laylah is not going down so easily. Coldhearted Tane suddenly finds his emotions unexpectedly thawing, but is their passion doomed? Evil vampire Marika is hunting Laylah for the secret she guards — a child wrapped in spells who may be the catalyst for the return of the terrifying Dark Lord.

Reviewed By: Jill M. Smith

New Contest

2010-10-18T07:13:00.000-07:00

A new contest to win an ARC for Devoured by Darkness...I'll be choosing three fans from my new page so make sure you have hit the 'like' button! The winners will be announced next Monday!

Good luck!

Alex

October reads

2010-10-04T09:20:00.000-07:00

Well, despite my ever increasing TBR pile, I just managed to spend a ridiculous amount of money on new books. How can I resist Lara Adrian and Larissa Ione and Kresley Cole, not to mention splurging on the new Brandson Sanderson (fantasy) as well as a pre-order for the new JR Ward. What about you all? Have you gone nuts yet???

Happy fall,
Alex

Allergies

2010-09-25T07:06:00.000-07:00

Oy, is anyone else suffering??? The past week my head feels as if its going to explode. Does anyone have any cures??? Well, beside banging my head against a wall :) I'm open to anything...sigh.

Touch of Fall

2010-09-17T06:06:00.001-07:00

I went walking this morning and noticed the leaves were just beginning to change here...it makes me sad, but it is a beautiful time of year! On the work front I am busy working on my next anthology and then it's on to the next book in the Guardian series. I'm also in the countdown to Tane's release...yeah!!! Stay tuned for more contests coming up :)

In the meantime I hope you're enjoying the last days of summer...

Alex

New excerpt section

2010-09-08T16:34:00.000-07:00

Thanks to my lovely and talented web mistress Jenn I have a new excerpt section...yeah!! Just look at the bottom right of my blog page and click on the tab. I have up an extended excerpt for Devoured!!

Hope you enjoy :)

Alex

Devoured by Darkness Contest!!!

2010-08-30T09:09:00.000-07:00

I have a new fb page created by the wonderful people at Open Road Media! To celebrate I'm giving away 3 ARCs for Devoured by Darkness to be chosen at random from those who join me :) I'll announce the winners next Monday!

http://ow.ly/2wNYX

Borders True Romance Blog

2010-08-27T06:18:00.001-07:00

I'm over at Borders talking about Yours For Eternity with Hannah Howell and Kaitlin O'Riley!! Hope you'll stop by and say hi...there's goodies being given away :)

Alex

Yours for Eternity

2010-08-24T08:01:00.000-07:00

I'm gearing up for the release of Yours For Eternity on Aug. 31st! I hope you'll join me with Hannah Howell at Borders.com this Friday. We'll be chatting with readers and giving away prizes!! I also have a fabulous interview talking about my books being released in France at

http://www.blue-moon.fr/spip.php?article4264

I'm also excited by the releases of some great books in the next week or so...Larissa Ione, Kresley Cole...just to name a couple! What are you looking forward to?

Happy Tuesday,
Alex

2010-08-18T17:50:00.000-07:00

I have a guest post at the Book Faery. Hope you'll stop by and say hi :)

http://book-faery.blogspot.com/2010/08/day-18-guest-post-alexandra-ivy.html

Getting ready

2010-08-17T06:31:00.000-07:00

Hi all :) I suppose this is the dog days of summer, but I'm gearing up for fall!! I have an upcoming chat with Hannah Howell and Kaitlin O'Riley at Borders.com...I'll give out the specfics when it grows closer and any contest that we might have with it!! Also I'm having a new fan page created on Facebook by the wonderful people at Open Road Media and as soon as it's ready to launch I'll be having contests to win ARCs of Devoured by Darkness...so I hope you'll stay tuned :)

In other news I'm working on the synopsis for the next book...for now it's a mess, but I have high hopes that it will eventually come together!

Until later,
Alex

Smothering

2010-08-12T16:34:00.000-07:00

Oy it's hot here...I'm really, really hot which truly a shame since I know the end of summer is coming and a want to be out enjoying the sunshine :( I hope that it's better weather where you are! On the writing front I'm working on a new anthology and gearing up for the release of Yours for Eternity and of course the looming release of Tane's story in Nov. That's my story...what's going on with all of you??

Alex

Surprise!

2010-08-06T07:20:00.000-07:00

Oh my, look what appeared on my doorstep :)

Blogging

2010-08-03T13:40:00.000-07:00

Hi all, I'm blogging over at Tor. com

http://www.tor.com/blogs/2010/08/what-happened-to-genres

I hope you'll stop by and say hi!!!!

Alex

Hello

2010-08-01T15:32:00.000-07:00

Tane's copy edits are out the door tomorrow...yeah! And I'm happy to announce the the Guardian series will soon be available on audio :) I'll let everyone know when I have the full details. My voice is still gone, which is making my household very happy, but I feel fine and I'm ready to start plotting my next story. I think you all will be excited...it's going to feature a very dangerous and sexy hero (a hint is that he won't be a vampire :)) I'm also working on an anthology that will be included with Jacquelyn Frank and Larissa Ione...how cool is that!!

Tell me how your summer is going...
Alex

Video

2010-07-30T11:11:00.001-07:00

Thanks to my dear friend, Kelly Smith, (who is one of the most talented people I know) I have a fantastic new video for the Guardians!!! Stop by and check it out :)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2L5WZN4Xcc4

Hope all is well!!
Alex

Yours For Eternity sneak peek

2010-07-26T14:02:00.000-07:00

Stepping into the chilled night air, Victor paused, his senses instinctively searching the garden and shadowed mews for any hint of danger. At the same moment his gaze was busily savoring the sight of Juliet leaning against the stone railing.

As a vampire, Victor had no need for the moonlight to reveal the pure, delicate lines of her profile or the fire in her curls that were currently pulled into a knot at the back of her head. He did, however, fully appreciate the wash of silver light that shimmered over alabaster skin and added a hint of mystery to the pale emerald eyes.

His gaze lowered to her gown that was a delicate white lace over a gold sheath and cut in Grecian lines to emphasize the tempting mounds of her breasts. Then slowly his gaze lifted, lingering on the long, bare curve of her throat.

Victor’s fangs ached with a swift, brutal hunger.

Bloody hell. He had been too long without a woman.

With an effort, Victor resisted the urge to charge across the terrace and crush the female into his arms. Although she was not a practicing witch, and her imp blood was diluted, she did possess her own share of powers. Including the ability to resist his attempts to glamour her.

If he was going to lure her to his bed, it was going to take skill and patience.
For some ridiculous reason the knowledge sent a tingle of anticipation down his spine.

Madness.

Strolling forward, Victor allowed is gaze to boldly travel over her tense body, a faint smile curving his lips.

“Did you think you could hide from me, sweet Juliet?” he murmured.

The emerald eyes flashed with annoyance, but she couldn’t disguise the fluttering beat of her heart or the potent scent of her awareness.

Miss Juliet Lawrence might wish him in hell, but she desired him.

“Actually, I was attempting to avoid the sudden influx of vermin, my lord,” she drawled in overly sweet tones.

“Victor,” he corrected, not halting until he had her firmly trapped against the stone railing, his fierce gaze sweeping over her flushed face.

“I thought you were in Venice.” She tilted her chin, her expression defiant. “What are you doing here?”

“At the moment I am enjoying the very fine view,” he husked, his gaze never wavering from her wide eyes.

“I mean, what are you doing in London?”

“I should think it obvious. Tis hunting season.”

Her brows pulled together. “You are mistaken, my lord, hunting season ended weeks ago.”

His fingers lifted to trace the tender curve of her neck, his mouth watering.

“That all depends on the prey.”

She shivered, pressing against the railing in a futile attempt to escape his lingering touch.

“So you are here for the Season?”

“I am.”

“You have developed a taste for tender young debutantes?” she mocked. “I thought you preferred a more well-seasoned meal?”

His lips twitched at the bite in her tone. “There is no need for you to be jealous of my…”

“Harem?”

“Companions.” His fingers lingered at the pulse fluttering at the base of her throat, his senses drowning in the scent of peaches. “You need only say the word and there would be no others.”

“How many times must I tell you that I will never be a vampire’s blood-whore?” she rasped, her eyes flashing with fury.

Victor laughed. “Such crude language from such beautiful lips. Does it help you to deny your body’s hunger for my touch to pretend I am a monster?”

“There is no pretense. You are a monster.”

His lips twisted. He could hardly deny her claim.

He was a ruthless predator who killed without mercy and was willing to use whatever violence necessary to maintain his control of his clan.

That did not mean, however, he was incapable of appreciating a woman who stirred his most primitive needs. His gaze lowered to the soft thrust of her breasts, a shudder shaking through his body as the heat of her wrapped around him.

No. He it was more than mere appreciation.

Having her in his bed, tasting the potent power of her blood…it was rapidly becoming a necessity.

He groaned, his fingers following the enticing line of her bodice, his body hard with need.

“And yet your heart thunders and your knees tremble when I am near,” he husked. “You cannot hide your reaction to me.”

She trembled. “Disgust.”

“Desire.” He lowered his head, his lips brushing over her bare shoulder. “It perfumes the very air.”

Tane's story

2010-07-18T07:22:00.000-07:00

Copy edits have arrived for Devoured by Darkness so I'm going into hibernation for awhile :) Hope everyone is having a fabulous summer!!

Alex

New cover from Indonesia

2010-07-11T13:40:00.000-07:00

Winner!

2010-07-09T07:34:00.000-07:00

First I want to thank everyone who entered the contest! I loved reading your stories...it might be silly but it makes me feel as if I know you all :)

And now for the winner.....................

bettyjgriff

Congrats Betty! Send my your snail mail to alexandraivy @ yahoo.com (without spaces) and I'll get your copy of Yours for Eternity in the mail!!

Stay tuned, I hope to do another contest in Aug!!

Thanks again and I hope everyone had a fabulous 4th!!

Alex

Contest!!

2010-07-01T06:04:00.000-07:00

Okay, I promised a contest for another ARC for Yours For Eternity! Just leave a message on this blog telling me your favorite Fourth of July memory! I'll be away from the computer for awhile to enjoy some time with my family so I'll draw a random name on July 8th!!

Good luck to all, and most of all have a fabulous Fourth of July!!!!

Best,
Alex

Sorry :)

2010-06-17T13:21:00.000-07:00

Seems like I keep slipping further and further behind. Maybe it's the summer heat...it's such an effort to get anything done. I did get Tane's story off to New York and my editor has approved it...yeah! That means I'm writing a synopsis for my contemporary antho that I'll be writing with Jacki Frank, Larissa Ione, and G.A. Aiken (how fantastic is that!!!) I'm also preparing for the release of Yours for Eternity. I'll be holding another contest for an ARC the first of July so make sure you check back.

I hope all of you are having a relaxing summer with lots of fun activities!

Best,
Alex

Updates complete :)

2010-06-09T07:42:00.001-07:00

If you look around you'll notice that the books are now updated as well as the characters section. I also put the latest listing of upcoming books under the news section. Hopefully I'll do better about keeping everything updated, but...well, we'll see :)

Alex

Updates

2010-06-08T06:48:00.000-07:00

Updates are coming :)))) Soon we'll have the characters section updated, as well as my upcoming books. Until then, here's a sneak peek of Tane's cover...enjoy :)

Alex

WINNER!

2010-06-04T06:19:00.001-07:00

I picked a name out of the hat and the winner is......

Martha Lawson!!

Congrats, Martha! I sent you an email requesting your snail mail, let me know if you don't get it :)

A huge thanks to everyone who entered and please check back, I intend to hold another contest the first of July!

Have a fantastic weekend,
Alex

Contest!!!

2010-06-02T05:58:00.000-07:00

Okay, I have Tane's book off to New York, so to thank everyone for their patience, I've decided to hold a contest!

If you'd like to win an ARC for YOURS FOR ETERNITY (my anthology with the fabulous Hannah Howell and Kaitlin O'Riley) then just tell me your favorite comfort read (mine is anything by Georgette Heyer). Just as a heads up, my story in the anthology is connected to the Guardian series with Levet making his usual appearances :) but it is a historical story.

Leave your comments below and good luck to everyone!!

Alex
PS I'll draw for a winner bright and early on Friday morning (June 4th)

German cover

2010-05-27T09:40:00.001-07:00

Anthology

2010-05-20T06:07:00.000-07:00

I couldn't remember if I'd given a sneak peek or not :) I'll update the website eventually!

Pressing toward the end

2010-05-17T06:22:00.000-07:00

Still working on Tane's book and starting to plot for the anthology...I'm crazy busy, like everyone else :) but it doesn't really matter since it doesn't do anything but rain here :( I hope everyone else is enjoying their summer!

Any one have vacation plans??

Alex

Sorry!!

2010-05-12T06:09:00.001-07:00

I know I've been sadly lacking here, but Tane's story absolutely positively has to be out the door by the end of the month and I've been wrestling with the characters to get them toward the finish line...they can be such a pain sometimes :) My oldest son is also home for the summer which always adds excitment to the household (nothing like a house full of college aged guys who have no idea how to pick up after themselves...sigh). I promise to do better in the coming weeks!!

Hope all is well with you!

Alex