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Sherrill Quinn

Sherrill Quinn ~ Follow Your Passion to the Edge... and Beyond

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I have always loved reading romance novels--what can I say? I'm a sucker for happy endings! I briefly toyed with the idea of writing for publication back in 1998-1999, and had a couple of short stories published in now-defunct magazines. Then in 2000 I moved to Arizona, took a very demanding, time-consuming, stressful job and had no energy for anything else.
Somehow, my love of writing was able to claw its way back to the surface, and in April 2005 I took an online "How to Write Erotic Romance" class, hosted by Jan Springer . The rest, as the saying goes, is history.
Having decided that the day-job (Human Resources VP) was slowly but surely killing me, I sold my house and made the decision to live off of the profits for one year while I wrote full-time. I resigned on September 1st, 2005, signed my first contract eight days later, and haven't looked back!

Of course, now I'm working a day job again, and it went full-time in December '06. I went part-time again in September '07 and hope to be able to continue to focus the bulk of my energy on my writing career. Wish me luck!
For more details of my current and upcoming releases, please visit my website, which for some reason MySpace won't allow the link to work, so please cut and paste (http://sherrillquinn.com) into your browser's url field and check me out!
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My current available books include:
JEWEL OF APTHGAR
Rahziya Sanura, princess of Gar, and Callum Hefeydd, prince of Apth--two people in love but separated by feuding kingdoms. Their one hope for unification--both for themselves and their countries--is the legendary Jewel of Apthgar, a 6-inch long amethyst said to have come from the great god Apthgar's sword. Sent by their respective fathers to retrieve the gem, they must first defeat the dragon guarding it.
Will the Jewel provide the means for them to be together, or will it drive them apart?
Read an excerpt or buy
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IT TAKES A THIEF OR TWO
Best Seller!
Brock and Nick Phillips are security experts with a problem: their bond as twins enables them to feel what the other feels, even physical sensations. They've always known they'd have to share the same woman, and the woman they want is Jessica Norton.
Jessica has wanted Brock and Nick for years, but doesn't think she can have both of them. When her grandmother arranges to have the men come to the house to set them up with a new security system, the men seize the opportunity to convince Jessie she's wrong. She can have both of them and, if they're lucky, they'll steal her heart.
Add an encouraging grandma and the approving ghost of her grandfather, and luck just might be on their side...
Read an excerpt or buy
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TO THE VICTOR GO THE SPOILS
Devon Maertissa is on the run. Her abbreviated time as a resistance fighter resulted in a botched hijacking of an arms shipment in which the arms dealer died. Now there's a price on her head and bounty hunters on her trail.
Bane Carradoc is determined to do his job and bring in another fugitive, but he's not prepared for Devon. And while things start out as strictly business between them, their passion is too strong to be ignored.
When another bounty hunter arrives on the scene, Bane has to make a decision. Does he disregard his feelings for Devon and complete the mission? Or does he let his conscience be his guide?
Read an excerpt or buy
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DEMON OF HER DREAMS
Sassy Devils, LLC is a conglomerate of good and evil headed up by the Big Guy Himself, controlling all aspects of otherworldly interaction with humankind.
Urian is a son of the Devil--literally--an incubus working for the Demon Division. His assignment brings him back into the life of human Hailey, a woman he's fallen in love with through the sex dreams they've shared over the years.
Hailey isn't sure how to deal with this recent twist in her reality. The man of her dreams is really a demon and she discovers other supernatural beings are taking advantage of the magic of Halloween. And her relationship with Urian makes her a mighty tasty target.
Their passion burning hotter than the flames of hell, it takes both of them to bring things to an explosive climax.

Read an excerpt or buy
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THE PRAETORIANS: INFILTRATION
When her brother's slip makes Kendra Shepherd, a strong telepath, a target for the Praetorians, she heads for the hills to hide out in hopes of evading them.
Quinn O'Rourke isn't about to leave his 'little lamb' out in the cold for the Hyenas, though. He might have problems with commitment, but she's his woman, and he means to rescue her, whether she wants to be rescued or not!

Read an excerpt or buy
.
Also available in print!
CLAIMING HANNAH
Best Seller!
Hannah Trueblood and Jax Marjani had a brief interlude a year ago. Hannah ran, not ready for the feelings Jax engendered in her--and alpha dom to her true submissive. Trying to do something with her life to make a difference, she joins a group of animal rights activists. Now, twelve months later, she's part of a team rustling cattle, saving the poor beasts from certain slaughter. The only problem is...she's stealing them from Jax.
When Jax realizes who he has in his hands again, he's determined not to let her get away from him again. With his best friend Ian, the two men show Hannah just how exquisite being at their mercy can be. But come morning, she's run again, only to be captured by a group of barbarians. She finds herself in town on the block for a public claiming. Jax speaks up for her and must prove his "claim" by having sex with her in public.
Plus there's still that little matter of his missing cows...
Read an excerpt or buy
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DAMNATION
Part of Edge of Night
Vampire Jack Gerard is a supernatural protector assigned to Brianna Dempsey. On the run from a crazy hit man, Jack breaks all the rules, especially the one about not having carnal relations with his charge. And once he's had a taste of Bree, he doesn't want to go back... Read an excerpt or buy
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CHOOSING MADISON
Part of Seasons of Seduction Volume 1
Gaelen Brecca is asked by the leader of his world to track down the leader's errant fiancee, who's hiding out on Earth. In the process Gaelen has no choice but to take Madison Marquette as well. Finding a mate was the last thing he and his bond-brother, Leax Ilan, expected on their mission.
Tired of being the only person in the family who isn't a thrill-seeker, Madison is ready for a grand adventure. She's immediately drawn to Gaelen and his bond-brother Leax, who make no secret of their attraction for her. Can they secure her sensual surrender?
Here's what reviewers have said about Choosing Madison:

"Sherrill Quinn thrilled me with this spicy tale of intergalactic love...I really loved this story and hope Ms. Quinn has plans to make this into a series." 5 Blue Ribbons! (Romance Junkies)
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DRAGONFIRE
Nominated for Best Shapeshifter Book of 2007 at Love Romances!
Leilani Aster and her sister are the last of the descendants of a powerful Druid. When an old, brutal enemy is determined to destroy them, Lani must call upon her ex-lover, Aleksandar Lyaksandro—the mighty leader of the shapeshifting Dragon Order—for help.
But Aleksander had betrayed Lani once before. Can she really trust the man who had broken her heart in order to keep the Druid's safe? And Aleksander must overcome the doubts of the past and learn to love, once and for all.
Can Lani and Aleksander finally accept that love is the greatest power of all, especially in time to save their lives?
Here's what reviewers have said about Dragonfire:

"Sherrill Quinn's Dragonfire is a fascinating, entertaining, and scintillating tale that readers will devour." (RRTErotic)
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OBSIDIAN'S FLAME
Samantha Burton is trying to obtain proof that the mining process of a rare mineral is causing sterility among the Enhanced—humans exiled from Earth after being genetically mutated by secret government procedures. She, herself, is one of the Enhanced—she is partially empathic and can shoot fire from her hands.
She runs into trouble, however, in the form of Marcus "Trey" Treyva--Obsidian, the captain of the Elite Security team in the mining town of Nowhere. His enhancement, the ability to form an impenetrable body armor, makes him immune to her flames.
But when Trey is betrayed by someone close to him, Samantha may be his only hope of survival. Will Obsidian's Flame save him, or will he be devoured by her fire?
Here's what reviewers have said about Obsidian's Flame:
"Betrayal, hurt, trust, love and lots of emotion make this story a real keeper. This reviewer was captivated and thrilled with this story... An adventure with lots of action in every way, Sherrill Quinn gives more than good value for money! An absolute must read!!" 5 Hearts! (Valerie, Love Romances and More)
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THE WOLF OF CNOC MEADHA,
part of the Phoenix Rising I Anthology

Connor mac Finnbheara, the son of Finnbheara, the powerful king of the Daoine Sidhe, is sent on an errand by his mother to locate MacKenzie McCallum. The queen is concerned about Mackey--the young woman had been a favorite at the king's court many, many years before. A favorite wolfhound, that is. The queen had discovered the king in yet another dalliance with a flighty young fae woman, and in retaliation she turned his favorite hound into a woman. In anger, the king banished Mackey to live in the human realm, never to return to the land of the Fae.
The queen thinks to ease two burdened souls at once: Connor will find Mackey and convince her she's better off as a woman, and Mackey will soothe the prince's troubled heart.
There's just one problem. Centuries before, Connor had been cursed with lycanthropy and, under the full moon, will attack anything Fae. Is Mackey human enough to be safe from harm?
Here's what reviewers have said about The Wolf of Cnoc Meadha:
"A funny and quirky story by an imaginative and fresh author, with plenty of sexual tension and amusing characters and situations to keep the reader enthralled. Recommended." 5 Shamrocks! (Lee M., CK2S Kwips and Kritiques)
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THE CLAIMING
Best Seller!
As an Intergalactic Marshal, Kassinda Marjani was all about the job. When her brother was imprisoned on trumped-up charges and she was virtually blackmailed into capturing Rhys Valorian... well, she'd bring in the exiled vampire prince and her former lover to save her brother's life. But things don't always go according to plan, and when she and Rhys crash land on a barbaric planet where men cherish their women and see to their pleasure whenever--and wherever--necessary, Kass realizes she might have to move onto Plan B. If only she had a Plan B.
Good thing she has Rhys.
Here's what reviewers have said about The Claiming:
"Sherrill Quinn's writing is utterly addictive! Once again, she's penned a highly erotic... adventure-packed story that left me begging for more. The love scenes are so intense I had to check more than once for scorch marks. In addition, Ms. Quinn's sense of humor is delightful -- how she turned "purple spiny one" into a sexy endearment is just one obvious example of her brilliant writing ability." 5 Flags! (Kerin, EuroReviews)
"Ms. Quinn shows considerable thought in her world building... I loved this universe she has created and hope there are more stories planned for it. This story doesn’t give much time to secondary characters, but instead centers on just Rhys and Kass’s interactions, which were very enjoyable. For some very hot sci-fi fantasy adventure, I recommend The Claiming." 4 Stars! Heat Level: O (Orgasmic) (Kirra, Just Erotic Romance Reviews)
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THE PRAETORIANS: DISCOVERY
Catriona Devane is on the assignment that will finally put her on the journalistic map. Deep under the Sonoran Desert, she searches for clues in the disappearance of the lead scientist responsible for creating The Praetorians, warriors who are human/animal hybrids.
Max Didion is the captain of the ultra elite squad of Praetorians who guard the scientific facility. A human/cougar hybrid, his heightened sense of sight, smell and hearing are invaluable assets to him in his job. But he has become more and more convinced that what he's protecting is immoral. When Cat comes into his life and puts herself in harm's way, it's time to make a decision.
His job or her life?
He doesn't hesitate. And once they're relatively safe, will she love him enough to accept him for what he is? Part man, part cougar. Her mate.
Here's what readers have had to say about Discovery:
"Just finished Discovery. What a fantastic book! I can't wait for the next book in the series!!!!!!" (T, reader)
"I loved it! I hope you continue the series!" (anonymous)
And reviewers have said:
"If you love alpha-type men that roar their pleasure without reserve, taking what they desire, then you do not want to pass up this book! The Praetorians: Discovery by Ms. Quinn. This reviewer loved every word!" 4 Hearts! (Janalee, Love Romances and More)
"The Praetorians: Discovery was my introduction to the writing of Sherrill Quinn... her writing enthralled me. This book is full of fast-paced action, very hot love scenes, and an abundance of humor that had me laughing out loud... If you're a fan of Lora Leigh's Breed series, you'll absolutely love this book. I've added Ms. Quinn to my "auto-buy" list and look forward to enjoying more of her work -- I can't wait to read Quinn's story!" Rating: 5/Excellent! (Kerin, EuroReviews)
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Also available in print!
ATONEMENT
Nominated for a 2007 CAPA Award!

When the Prince of Darkness offers Simon Trelawney the chance to redeem himself by wresting Jack the Ripper's intended victim from beneath his nose, it isnt the chance of redemption that appeals to him as much as the chance for revenge against the vampire who turned him over a hundred years ago.
Tessa Long is not just any victim, however. She's the great-granddaughter of the woman Jack originally planned to possess and kill, a victim he is obsessed with claiming, and Simon discovers that it will not be the Prince of Darkness who decides his fate. It is Tessa herself who will either be his salvation or the death of him.
Here's what readers have had to say about Atonement:
"I made a comment about buying this book because of the cover... I'm glad I bought it! I give this newbie author 2 thumbs up! In a short number of pages Ms. Quinn manages to give this story a strong plot and characters that are well worth remembering. Get this book! It's worth your time and money!" (T, reader)
"Excitement and gratification take on new meaning under the expert pen of Sherrill Quinn.
Atonement is hell, fire and pure pleasure rolled into one seductive story." (Sloane Taylor, author)

And reviewers have said:
"Sherrill Quinn takes the reader on an exciting ride, full of action. The story is told with a generous amount of humor. The love scenes are beautifully written. I hope Ms. Quinn plans to write more Vampire stories. I would love to read them." 4 Stars! (Candy, Ecataromance)
"Hot-Hot-Hot. That is what you get when you read
Atonement by Sherrill Quinn.... I found the chemistry between Simon and Tessa amazingly passionate, and Ms. Quinn did an amazing job of capturing that passion in writing. The only thing that can be said about Simon ... is DAMN. Be prepared to take breaks, because Simon will definitely make you need them! An absolute thrill to read, this one is worth keeping!" 4 Stars! (Stacey, Just Erotic Romance Reviews)
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REDEMPTION, Part of the Zodiac: Pisces duet
Abby McNeil was in the wrong place at the wrong time, and now her life is in danger. She is assigned a supernatural Protector--Damon Stratham. Damon's job: protect this innocent from harm while remaining invisible and unknown to her. But Abby's an extraordinary woman and Damon's not one to follow the rules. Add a cranky archangel boss and a vampire Protector, and all sorts of mayhem ensues.
Here's what reviewers have had to say about Redemption:
"If paranormal adventure is a favorite of yours then you have to read this book. Love scenes are steamy and readers are sure to enjoy the couples explosive passion. Ms. Quinn has created a book full of paranormal adventure and its sure to be a keeper." 4 Stars! (Angel, Just Erotic Romance Reviews)
Also in Zodiac: Pisces is No Secrets, the fourth book in Rae Morgan's Coven of the Wolf series. Sheriff Debby Teague has fled to Bear Hollow, Tennessee after saving the lives of Boris Petrov, her destined life-mate, and his sister-in-law, Serena Jones-Petrov (from Treading the Labrynth). All she wants is her normal, mundane, non-magical life back. But Fate -- and Boris -- have other plans for her.
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My Interests

They're mostly sedentary interests: reading, writing, watching TV/movies, visiting my cyber-friends on their blogs. I enjoy seeing new places, but am very happy to get home again.

Of course, since I live in beautiful southern Arizona, being home isn't exactly a hardship!

I'd like to meet:

Readers who enjoy my books, and authors whose books I enjoy so much. Plus my on-line friends. *G*

Music:

My tastes in music are very eclectic. I like Creed, Smashmouth, Staind, Godsmack, Dave Matthews Band, Neil Diamond, Enya, the Carpenters, Stevie Ray Vaughn, CCR, Steppenwolf, anything Celtic, pretty much anything from the 70s and 80s. When I'm in the mood for it, I enjoy Big Band, jazz, country, and light classical.

Movies:

Casino Royale, Phantom of the Opera, Dracula Dead and Loving It, Abbott & Costello Meet Frankenstein, Arsenic and Old Lace, Underworld, X-Men and X-Men2 (X-3 I haven't decided yet, even after all this time. Just about everybody died. Phfft), Waking Ned Devine, French Kiss, The Italian Job, The Count of Monte Cristo (the remake with Jim Caviezel), and The Dream Team.

Television:

Moonlight, Reaper, Dr. Who, Torchwood, Ghost Whisperer, Stargate Atlantis (and Stargate SG-1, though it's been canceled), LOST, NCIS, CSI (the original), Two and a Half Men, Law & Order SVU, and Law & Order CI.

I enjoy watching the Discovery Channel and the History Channel--especially Wild West Tech.

Some of my favorite old shows are Diagnosis: Murder, Murder She Wrote, Alias Smith & Jones, Kindred, Dark Shadows (the remake with Ben Cross as Barnabas Collins), Starsky & Hutch, The Avengers, Star Trek TNG, Barney Miller, Quincy MD, The Odd Couple, The Carol Burnett Show, and Remington Steele.

Books:

I really enjoy reading romance and fantasy, some science fiction and horror, and anything to do with vampires, werewolves, and Jack the Ripper.
One of the best writer's books is Stephen King's On Writing. If you're a writer and haven't read this book, you should!
Of course, then, there are my books:
Jewel of Apthgar
It Takes A Thief Or Two
To The Victor Go The Spoils
Demon of Her Dreams
Infiltration
Claiming Hannah
Damnation, part of Edge of Night
Choosing Madison, part of Seasons of Seduction Volume 1
Dragonfire
Careful Wishes (The Best of Torrid Teasers Vol. 1)
Sweet Treats (Christmas Candy Anthology)
Tall, Dark & Naked (Torrid Teasers Volume 18)
Obsidian's Flame
The Wolf of Cnoc Meadha (Phoenix Rising I Anthology)
Pumpkin Moon (Fall Fires Anthology)
Dragon's Bane
Hot Time In The City (Summer Sizzlers Anthology)
The Claiming
The Praetorians: Discovery
Chocolate-Covered Werewolves (Spring Flings Anthology)
Atonement
Redemption (Zodiac: Pisces)
Careful Wishes (Torrid Teasers Volume 3)
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3 New Sales...Or Is It 5?

I just signed a 3-book deal with Kensington Brava for a werewolf trilogy, the first of which is due to be released in January 2009! I am so psyched. And a little bit terrified, to be honest. I mean, i...
Posted by Sherrill Quinn on Sat, 03 May 2008 11:13:00 PST

Here We Go Again...

Reported in Publishers Weekly: There’s a new Indiana law that requires bookstores to register with the government if they sell what is considered "sexually explicit materials." The new law, H.B....
Posted by Sherrill Quinn on Thu, 27 Mar 2008 06:43:00 PST

New Release - IT TAKES A THIEF OR TWO

Available today:Brock and Nick Phillips are security experts with a problem: their bond as twins enables them to feel what the other feels, even physical sensations. They've always known they'd have t...
Posted by Sherrill Quinn on Mon, 10 Dec 2007 04:25:00 PST

New Release - TO THE VICTOR GO THE SPOILS

Devon Maertissa is on the run. Her abbreviated time as a resistance fighter resulted in a botched hijacking of an arms shipment in which the arms dealer died. Unjustly accused of being the direct caus...
Posted by Sherrill Quinn on Sun, 02 Dec 2007 09:24:00 PST

Review for DEMON OF HER DREAMS

From Devon at The Good, the Bad and the Unread:"This was a light, fast read. Sherrill Quinn is a new-to-me author, with a nice, smooth writing style. Hailey, Urian and secondary characters like Lucif...
Posted by Sherrill Quinn on Mon, 05 Nov 2007 01:07:00 PST

New Release - DEMON OF HER DREAMS

The first book in the Sassy Devils series, Demon of Her Dreams, is here today at Ellora's Cave!All supernatural creatures--angels, demons, faeries, trolls, werewolves, you name it--work for a company ...
Posted by Sherrill Quinn on Wed, 24 Oct 2007 05:44:00 PST

Excellent Writing Workshop

This is a workshop being sponsored by my local RWA chapter--and I've been hearing it's EXCELLENT! So if you're a writer and live in Arizona or a nearby state, you really should think seriously about a...
Posted by Sherrill Quinn on Sat, 22 Sep 2007 06:18:00 PST

I've Been Tagged

I've been tagged. *grumble* *grumble*  My new buddy Sierra doesn't know how much I don't like being tagged, so I'll forgive her this one time.  I just always have a really hard time coming u...
Posted by Sherrill Quinn on Wed, 09 May 2007 07:39:00 PST

DRAGONFIRE at Fictionwise

Now #5 at Fictionwise!Dragonfire premiered at Fictionwise at #29 and by April 24th it had risen to #15. Plus it was the #1 highest rated erotic romance based on the average of at least 5 readers. Well...
Posted by Sherrill Quinn on Thu, 03 May 2007 05:41:00 PST

Writing Bootcamp in Tucson

Do you want to master the art of writing a fiction novel? If you're a writer, this is the one-day workshop for you!Writing Bootcamp: Plotting Through CharacterizationMay 5, 2007Tucson, ArizonaThis in-...
Posted by Sherrill Quinn on Mon, 30 Apr 2007 05:42:00 PST