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A tale of family business, and finding time for love from #1 New York Times bestselling author
NOR A ROBERTS Architect Beckett Montgomery has little time for a social life. But there’s another project he’s got his eye on: the girl he’s been waiting to kiss since he was sixteen.
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The Next Always
“Roberts paints a charming picture of smalltown life.” —Publishers Weekly
Nora Roberts
“The story leaves you celebrating love with a warm cozy touch.” —USA Today
Book One of the Inn BoonsBoro Trilogy
The first book in #1 New York Times bestselling author Nora Roberts’
978-0-515-15149-7 • $7.99/$9.99 Can. UPC: 07115200799515149 RIGHTS: E00 PAGES: 336 SPINE: 27/32” CARTON: 48 CATEGORY: Novel AUTHOR HOME: Maryland
BACKGROUND: Berkley trade paperback 978-0-425-24321-3 (11/11) PREVIOUS BOOK: Happy Ever After 978-0-515-15102-2 (8/12)
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Murder. Scandal. Politics. And one billionaire heiress so dangerous in so many ways…
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Silken Prey
“One of the great summer-read novelists of all time.” —Stephen King, Entertainment Weekly
John Sandford
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A Lucas Davenport Novel 978-0-425-26776-9 • $9.99/$11.99 Can. UPC: 07183100999926776 RIGHTS: E30 PAGES: 464 SPINE: 15/16” CARTON: 48 CATEGORY: Novel AUTHOR HOME: Pasadena, CA
BACKGROUND: Putnam hardcover 978-0-399-15931-2 (5/13) PREVIOUS BOOK: Stolen Prey 978-0-425-26099-9 (5/13)
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Dark Lycan
“The queen of paranormal romance!” —*#1 New York Times bestselling author J. R. Ward
Christine Feehan
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A Carpathian Novel
978-0-515-15423-8 • $7.99/$9.99 Can. UPC: 07115200799515423 RIGHTS: E30 PAGES: 416 SPINE: 1 3/64” CARTON: 48 CATEGORY: Novel AUTHOR HOME: California
BACKGROUND: Berkley hardcover 978-0-425-26833-9 (9/13) PREVIOUS BOOK: Dark Storm 978-0-515-15156-5 (9/13)
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The phenomenal Western epic, now with an Introduction from James Drury, star of The Virginian. “A daring, very well written debut.”
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At fourteen, Cormac Lynch was left for dead by the hoodlums who murdered his family. But that was a mistake. Young Cormac took aim and took his revenge—rescuing the beautiful Lainey Nayle in the process. With a deadly reputation, Cormac grows into a man who backs down from no one. But when Lainey’s life is endangered again, Cormac must make good on his reputation. MARKETING ❏❏Online promotion SALES POINTS ❏❏Mass market reprint of the trade edition (12/11) ❏❏Great reviews from Booklist and Library Journal as well as James Drury, star of the Western television show The Virginian ❏❏Includes a new Introduction by James Drury ❏❏Author website: rodthompsonwesternauthor.com
The Black Hills Rod Thompson
978-0-425-26653-3 • $7.99/$9.99 Can. UPC: 07183100799526653 RIGHTS: W00 PAGES: 352 SPINE: 57/64” CARTON: 48 CATEGORY: Western Novel
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From the national bestselling author of Ladykiller, the chilling true crime story of a man who almost got away with murder. Charles Stobaugh was successful and handsome, but his wife Kathy soon discovered his flaws. After severe abuse, she moved out, took the kids, and requested a divorce. When Charles refused, she drove to his house to convince him to sign the papers. No one ever saw her again. Though the police believe Charles killed her, no evidence was found. But now, seven years later, with no body or physical evidence, two assistant district attorneys seek justice... MARKETING ❏❏Social media outreach ❏❏Online promotion SALES POINTS ❏❏A chilling new true crime story, from the author of the national bestseller Ladykiller ❏❏Fielder is an award-winning journalist who has been featured on Dateline NBC, Women Behind Bars, and Psychic Detectives ❏❏Will appeal to fans of CSI and cold case procedurals ❏❏Premium edition ❏❏Includes eight pages of black-and-white photos
The Vanished Wife
The Search for Justice for a Missing Texas Woman
Donna Fielder
978-0-425-26607-6 • $9.99/$11.99 Can.
UPC: 07183100999926607 RIGHTS: W00 PAGES: 336 SPINE: 27/32” CARTON: 48 CATEGORY: True Crime
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New York Times bestselling author Alyssa Day returns with the latest in her “mind-blowing”* series: The League of the Black Swan. Luke Oliver isn’t an ordinary private eye; he’s the Dark Wizard of Bordertown— the dimensional fold in Manhattan between the human, Fae, and demonic realms—and he keeps the peace when nobody else can. But he has fallen in love with the heiress to two thrones, and neither the Fae nor the demon royalty want him near their princess...
Praise for The Cursed: “If you enjoy an original, sexy urban fantasy, don’t miss this.” —New York Times bestselling author Eloisa James “A must-read…rich and rewarding.”
—*Dark Faerie Tales
MARKETING ❏❏Online advertising ❏❏Social media outreach SALES POINTS ❏❏The second book in the series, following The Cursed (5/13) ❏❏Day, a New York Times bestselling author, also writes the popular Warriors of Poseidon series
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Alyssa Day
❏❏Author websites: alyssaday.com; facebook.com/authoralyssaday; twitter.com/alyssa_day ALSO AVAILABLE
978-0-425-25578-0 • $7.99/$9.99 Can. UPC: 07183100799525578 RIGHTS: W00 PAGES: 304 SPINE: 49/64” CARTON: 48 CATEGORY: Paranormal Romance
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The Cursed 978-0-425-25577-3 @ $7.99/$8.99 Can.
AUTHOR HOME: Jacksonville, FL BACKGROUND: Original PREVIOUS BOOK: The Cursed 978-0-425-25577-3 (5/13)
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New from the “master storyteller”* and USA Today bestselling author of True to the Law. “Jo Goodman is...one of the reasons I love historical romance so much.” —*The Romance Dish It’s 1891. With no prospects and a family who wants nothing to do with her, Jane Middlebourne responds to an ad for a mail-order bride needed in Bitter Springs, Wyoming. Rancher Morgan Longstreet may not think the fair and fragile woman is a suitable match to be his partner at Morning Star, but she has a few surprises up her sleeve—and he has a few secrets that could jeopardize any happiness they hope to find...
Praise for True to the Law: “Will captivate the reader all the way to a satisfying conclusion.” —Publishers Weekly MARKETING ❏❏Online advertising ❏❏Social media outreach ❏❏Online promotion
In Want of a Wife Jo Goodman
SALES POINTS ❏❏A stunning new Western historical romance from USA Today bestselling author Jo Goodman ❏❏A great selection for fans of Linda Lael Miller, Jodi Thomas, and Kaki Warner ❏❏Author websites: jogoodman.com; facebook.com/jogoodmanromance
978-0-425-26417-1 • $7.99/$9.99 Can. UPC: 07183100799526417 RIGHTS: W00 PAGES: 384 SPINE: 31/32” CARTON: 48 CATEGORY: Historical Romance AUTHOR HOME: Colliers, WV
BACKGROUND: Original PREVIOUS BOOK: True to the Law 978-0-425-26416-4 (5/13)
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“Solheim will have you laughing and cheering.” —Rendezvous Books
“Pick up this series, you won’t be disappointed.” —Once Upon a Twilight
Pro football star Brody Janik has a secret health condition that could cut his career short. Looking for gossip to sell to an NFL blog, Shay Everett discovers his secret—as well as his charms.
Tammy Jo must decide between a sexy wizard and her equally sexy ex-husband. Meanwhile a skeletal creature is spying on her, a fae knight is hunting her, and a new friend mysteriously disappears.
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Praise for the series: “Southern-fried magical fun!” —Alyssa Day
“A winning romantic thriller... with a heart-pounding finale.” —Publishers Weekly
Risky Game An Out of Bounds Novel
Tracy Solheim 978-0-425-26665-6 • $7.99/$9.99 Can. UPC: 07183100799526665 RIGHTS: W00 PAGES: 304 SPINE: 49/64” CARTON: 48 CATEGORY: Contemporary Romance AUTHOR HOME: Atlanta, GA BACKGROUND: Original PREVIOUS BOOK: Foolish Games 978-0-425-26664-9 (12/13)
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Kimberly Frost
❏❏The third book in the series, following Foolish Games (12/13) and Game On (5/13)
❏❏The fourth book in the national bestselling series, following Halfway Hexed (3/14) and Barely Bewitched (12/13) ❏❏The first book in the series going straight into mass market
❏❏For fans of Rachel Gibson, Jaci Burton, and Susan Elizabeth Phillips
978-0-425-26754-7 • $7.99/$9.99 Can.
❏❏Author websites: tracysolheim.com; facebook.com/tracysolheimbooks: twitter.com/tracyksolheim
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UPC: 07183100799526754 RIGHTS: W00 PAGES: 336 SPINE: 27/32” CARTON: 48 CATEGORY: Paranormal Romance AUTHOR HOME: Bellaire, TX BACKGROUND: Original PREVIOUS BOOK: Halfway Hexed 978-0-425-26757-8 (3/14)
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❏❏For fans of Yasmine Galenorn and Ilona Andrews ❏❏Author website: frostfiction.com
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Explore nineteenth century New York with “the crème de la crème of mystery writers.”* “Murder in Chelsea has suspense, murder, great invigorating characters, a touch of love and romance...and a ‘who done it’ that had me turning the pages very quickly.” —*Fresh Fiction When a mysterious woman claiming to represent the mother of Sarah Brandt’s adopted daughter is murdered, Sarah and Detective Sergeant Frank Malloy uncover revelations that will not only affect Sarah’s future with her daughter, but her future with Malloy...
“Combines the requisite historical details with a surprise ending that bodes well for future entries in this enjoyable series.” —Kirkus Reviews MARKETING ❏❏Promote in conjunction with simultaneous hardcover, Murder in Murray Hill ❏❏Social media outreach ❏❏Online promotion SALES POINTS
Murder in Chelsea A Gaslight Mystery
Victoria Thompson
❏❏The fifteenth book in the Edgar Award–nominated, national bestselling series, following Murder on Fifth Avenue (5/13), Murder on Sisters’ Row (5/12), and Murder on Lexington Avenue (6/11) ❏❏Murder in Chelsea is a fan favorite, revealing the long-awaited resolution of Sarah and Malloy’s relationship ❏❏Author websites: victoriathompson.com; facebook.com/victoria.thompson.author
978-0-425-26045-6 • $7.99/$9.99 Can. UPC: 07183100799526045 RIGHTS: W00 PAGES: 304 SPINE: 49/64” CARTON: 48 CATEGORY: Historical Mystery AUTHOR HOME: Fayetteville, PA
BACKGROUND: Berkley Prime Crime hardcover 978-0-425-26041-8 (5/13) PREVIOUS BOOK: Murder on Fifth Avenue 978-0-425-25537-7 (5/13)
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The latest puzzling yarn from “one of the most popular practitioners of the traditional mystery.”* “A highly satisfying read that builds to a stunning climax.” —Mystery Scene Magazine When the notoriously flirtatious Shell Hurst disappears during the Fourth of July fireworks display, bookstore owner Annie Darling can’t help thinking someone should look for her. Annie and her husband Max are soon following a twisted trail marked by blackmail, betrayal, and adultery, winding from the corridors of the island’s lovely inn to a pier lashed by pelting rain, to a gathering on the terrace of a country club—where a trap is set for a calculating killer... *The Cleveland Plain Dealer MARKETING ❏❏Promote in conjunction with simultaneous series hardcover, Death at the Door ❏❏Print advertising in mystery publications ❏❏Social media outreach SALES POINTS ❏❏This is the 23rd book in the award-winning, national bestselling series, following Death Comes Silently (5/13)
Dead, White, and Blue
❏❏The author was nominated for a Pulitzer prize for her stand-alone novel Letter From Home (10/03)
Carolyn Hart
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A Death on Demand Bookstore Mystery
❏❏Perfect for fans of Susan Wittig Albert and Diane Mott Davidson
978-0-425-26078-4 • $7.99/$9.99 Can. UPC: 07183100799526078 RIGHTS: W00 PAGES: 304 SPINE: 49/64” CARTON: 48 CATEGORY: Mystery AUTHOR HOME: Oklahoma City, OK
BACKGROUND: Berkley Prime Crime hardcover 978-0-425-26077-7 (5/13) PREVIOUS BOOK: Death Comes Silently 978-0-425-25209-3 (5/13)
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Second in the new series by New York Times bestselling author Jenn McKinlay.
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“A delightful new heroine.” —New York Times bestselling author Deborah Crombie Scarlett Parker and Vivian Tremont are at their London hat shop, preparing for an Alice in Wonderland–themed afternoon tea. The tea serves as a fundraiser hosted by the Grisby family, who wants the new children’s hospital wing named after their patriarch.
Going, Going, Ganache 978-0-425-25207-9 $7.99/$8.99 Can.
When the Grisby heir is poisoned, evidence points to Scarlett and Viv, and the police become curiouser and curiouser about their involvement. Now the ladies need to find the tea party crasher who’s mad enough to kill at the drop of a hat… MARKETING Read It and Weep 978-0-425-26072-2 $7.99/$8.99 Can.
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Death of a Mad Hatter A Hat Shop Mystery
❏❏Also from the author of Berkley Prime Crime’s Cupcake Bakery Mysteries and Library Lover’s Mysteries ❏❏Author website: jennmckinlay.com Book, Line, and Sinker 978-0-425-25176-8 $7.99/$8.99 Can.
Jenn McKinlay 978-0-425-25890-3 • $7.99/$9.99 Can. UPC: 07183100799525890 RIGHTS: E00 PAGES: 304 SPINE: 49/64” CARTON: 48 CATEGORY: Mystery AUTHOR HOME: Scottsdale, AZ
BACKGROUND: Original PREVIOUS BOOK: Cloche and Dagger 978-0-425-25889-7 (8/13)
Due or Die 978-0-425-24668-9 $7.99/$8.99 Can.
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“A one-of-a-kind mystery with homemade food, small-town secrets, and winsome characters.”* “A charming new sleuth in a peck of pickles and murder.” —National bestselling author Connie Archer Piper Lamb has decided to pursue her dream of opening Piper’s Picklings, her own shop of pickles and preserves in the idyllic small town of Cloverdale. While promoting her business at the town fair, things turn sour when a bagpipe player is found floating in Piper’s old-fashioned barrel of brine—and the wrong man stands accused of murder. But as Piper searches for the real killer, she needs to be careful to preserve her own life…or she may end up a pickled Piper herself. *National bestselling author Ellery Adams MARKETING ❏❏Print advertising in mystery publications ❏❏Social media outreach ❏❏Online promotion SALES POINTS ❏❏The first book in a charming new cozy mystery series with a fresh hook
The Pickled Piper
A Pickled & Preserved Mystery
Mary Ellen Hughes
❏❏Includes recipes and instructions for pickling and preserving ❏❏Perfect for fans of Connie Archer, Avery Aames, and B.B. Haywood ❏❏Author website: maryellenhughes.com
978-0-425-26245-0 • $7.99/$9.99 Can. UPC: 07183100799526245 RIGHTS: W00 PAGES: 304 SPINE: 49/64” CARTON: 48 CATEGORY: Mystery AUTHOR HOME: Maryland
BACKGROUND: Original PREVIOUS BOOK (in a different series): Paper-Thin Alibi 978-0-425-22255-3 (7/08)
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“Grace Wilde is the real deal.” —National bestselling author Kari Lee Townsend When a normally mellow tiger at a rescue facility corners a terrified vet, animal behaviorist Grace Wilde needs to use her psychic ability to get to the root of the problem…
Praise for Woof at the Door: “A sparkling mystery debut…you’ll love taking a walk on this ‘Wilde’ side!” —National bestselling author Heather Blake SALES POINTS ❏❏The second book in the series following Woof at the Door (7/13) ❏❏An exciting cozy packed with animals, mystery, and a bit of the paranormal ❏❏Author website: lauramorrigan.com
A Tiger’s Tale
A Call of the Wilde Mystery
Laura Morrigan 978-0-425-25720-3 • $7.99/$9.99 Can. UPC: 07183100799525720 RIGHTS: W00 PAGES: 304 SPINE: 49/64” CARTON: 48 CATEGORY: Mystery AUTHOR HOME: Pensacola, FL
BACKGROUND: Original PREVIOUS BOOK: Woof at the Door 978-0-425-25719-7 (7/13)
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“Sunny and Shadow take Best in Show!” —National bestselling author Susan Wittig Albert
When Sunny Coolidge’s boss, Oliver, lands in rehab after breaking his leg, and his flirtatious roommate dies unexpectedly in the night, Sunny and her feline sidekick Shadow are deployed to find out who killed the old tomcat.
Praise for the Sunny & Shadow Mysteries: “A charming, witty, exciting new entry in the genre.” —Parnell Hall, author of The KenKen Killings SALES POINTS ❏❏The third book in the cozy mystery series following Cat Nap (5/13) and The Big Kitty (5/12) ❏❏Told from both Sunny and Shadow’s points of view—sure to delight cozy fans and animal lovers alike!
Last Licks
A Sunny & Shadow Mystery
Claire Donally
978-0-425-25255-0 • $7.99/$9.99 Can. UPC: 07183100799525255 RIGHTS: W00 PAGES: 304 SPINE: 49/64” CARTON: 48 CATEGORY: Mystery
AUTHOR HOME: New York, NY BACKGROUND: Original PREVIOUS BOOK: Cat Nap 978-0-425-25213-0 (5/13)
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“Cate Price is a natural-born storyteller.” —New York Times bestselling author Mariah Stewart
“[A] plucky protagonist.” —National bestselling author Carolyn Hart
Why is an antique dollhouse worth killing for? Vintage notions shop owner Daisy Buchanan is on the case.
Praise for Going Through the Notions:
Toni Holmes is the best gluten-free baker in Oiltop, Kansas—okay, she’s the only one—but when her grandmother becomes a murder suspect, she’s more concerned with keeping Grandma free…
“[A] winner.”
Praise for Gluten for Punishment:
—New York Times
bestselling author Laura Childs
“This baker’s treat rises to the occasion.” —Avery Aames
SALES POINTS ❏❏The second book in the series, following Going Through the Notions (9/13)
A Dollhouse to Die For
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❏❏Includes tips for vintage notions
Murder Gone A-Rye
❏❏Author website: cateprice.com
A Deadly Notions Mystery
A Baker’s Treat Mystery
Cate Price
Nancy J. Parra
❏❏Includes gluten-free recipes ❏❏Author websites: nancyjparra.com; nancyjparra.blogspot.com; twitter.com/nancyjparra
978-0-425-25244-4 • $7.99/$9.99 Can.
978-0-425-25880-4 • $7.99/$9.99 Can.
UPC: 07183100799525244 RIGHTS: E33 PAGES: 304 SPINE: 49/64” CARTON: 48 CATEGORY: Mystery AUTHOR HOME: Lake Villa, IL BACKGROUND: Original PREVIOUS BOOK: Gluten for Punishment 978-0-425-25210-9 (5/13)
UPC: 07183100799525880 RIGHTS: W00 PAGES: 320 SPINE: 13/16” CARTON: 48 CATEGORY: Mystery AUTHOR HOME: Narberth, PA BACKGROUND: Original PREVIOUS BOOK: Going Through the Notions 978-0-425-25879-8 (9/13)
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A new magical paranormal romance from the New York Times bestselling author of Roses in Moonlight. “Kurland…consistently delivers the kind of stories readers dream about.” —Oakland Press Shipwrecked on the French coast with no memory of who she is, Isabelle de Piaget finds herself in the castle of Gervase de Seger—who puts her to work as a scullery maid. But Isabelle’s true identity may solve a crucial mystery for Gervase—and even heal his wounded heart...
“Stepping into one of Lynn Kurland’s…novels is definitely one magic moment in itself.” —All About Romance MARKETING ❏❏National consumer advertising
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SALES POINTS ❏❏An all-new paranormal romance from the New York Times bestselling author of Roses in Moonlight (5/13) and All for You (5/12) ❏❏For readers of Janet Chapman and Diana Gabaldon
Dreams of Lilacs
❏❏Author website: lynnkurland.com
Lynn Kurland
978-0-515-15347-7 • $7.99/$9.99 Can. UPC: 07115200799515347 RIGHTS: W00 PAGES: 368 SPINE: 59/64” CARTON: 48 CATEGORY: Paranormal Romance AUTHOR HOME: Pacific Northwest
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From the USA Today bestselling author of Love Irresistibly comes a new novel that will have fans exclaiming “I do!” “One of contemporary romance’s superstars.” —San Francisco Book Review Investment banker Sidney Sinclare is done with commitment-phobic men, until her sister’s whirlwind engagement puts her in close contact with Vaughn Roberts, a sexy playboy and special agent—who also happens to be the best man. Sidney’s refusal to fall for his charms only makes him more determined to win her over. Because she just might be the one he can’t live without... MARKETING ❏❏Early buzz-building campaign ❏❏Consumer advertising campaign ❏❏Extensive online advertising ❏❏Social media outreach and online promotion SALES POINTS ❏❏The latest from this bestselling author, and featuring a sweet new look designed to draw in new readers ❏❏Love Irresistibly (4/13) was a USA Today bestseller ❏❏Each new novel from James brings new fans clamoring for her backlist titles
It Happened One Wedding Julie James
❏❏About Last Night (4/12) hit the New York Times extended bestseller list ❏❏Perfect for fans of Rachel Gibson and Susan Elizabeth Phillips ❏❏Author websites: juliejames.com; facebook.com/juliejamesfanpage; twitter.com/juljames
978-0-425-25127-0 • $7.99/$9.99 Can. UPC: 07115200799525127 RIGHTS: W00 PAGES: 304 SPINE: 49/64” CARTON: 48 CATEGORY: Contemporary Romance AUTHOR HOME: Chicago, IL
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BACKGROUND: Original PREVIOUS BOOK: Love Irresistibly 978-0-425-25119-5 (4/13)
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Longarm and the Sonora Siren
Slocum and the Rebel Canyon Raiders
The Salt City Scrape
Longarm sees action south of the border…
Slocum’s hoping for the luck of the draw…
Clint Adams is a gunman worth his salt...
Longarm didn’t plan on rescuing a hot-blooded hostage in Mexico—or on her robbing him…
To stop an uprising, Slocum will have to play both sides…
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Adams checks out some shady business at a friend’s salt mine and digs up more than just dirt…
❏❏ #426 in the USA Today bestselling series
❏❏ #423 in the all-action series
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❏❏ Jove’s most popular action Western
❏❏ Today’s longest-running action Western
❏❏ #389 in this action-packed series
❏❏ Bagging bad guys since 1978
❏❏ Shooting straight since 1975
❏❏ Over 15 million Gunsmith books in print
Tabor Evans
J.R. Roberts
Jake Logan
❏❏ Hard-riding Western adventure
978-0-515-15434-4 • $6.99/$7.99 Can. UPC: 07115200699815434 RIGHTS: W00 PAGES: 192 SPINE: 31/64” CARTON: 96 CATEGORY: Western
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BACKGROUND: Original PREVIOUS BOOK: Longarm and the Yuma Prison 978-0-515-15433-7 (4/14)
978-0-515-15440-5 • $6.99/$7.99 Can. UPC: 07115200699815440 RIGHTS: W00 PAGES: 192 SPINE: 31/64” CARTON: 96 CATEGORY: Western
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BACKGROUND: Original PREVIOUS BOOK: Slocum and the Bullet Express 978-0-515-15439-9 (4/14)
978-0-515-15446-7 • $6.99/$7.99 Can. UPC: 07115200699815446 RIGHTS: W00 PAGES: 192 SPINE: 31/64” CARTON: 96 CATEGORY: Western
BACKGROUND: Original PREVIOUS BOOK: Magic Man 978-0-515-15445-0 (4/14)
ON SALE APRIL 29, 2014
The latest installment in the “intriguing”* New York Times bestselling series. —SF Revu
“A series of fast-paced adventure.”
Admiral John “Black Jack” Geary’s latest mission is to return safely to Alliance space not only with the representatives of the Dancers, an alien species, but also with Invincible, a captured warship that could possibly be the most valuable object in human history... *Kirkus Reviews MARKETING ❏❏Promote in conjunction with simultaneous Ace hardcover, The Lost Fleet: Beyond the Frontier: Steadfast ❏❏Print advertising in science fiction publications
❏❏Social media outreach ❏❏Online promotion SALES POINTS ❏❏A New York Times bestselling series ❏❏Campbell is also the author of the spin-off series The Lost Stars, including Perilous Shield (10/13) and Tarnished Knight (10/12) ❏❏Author websites: jack-campbell.com; facebook.com/johnghemry
The Lost Fleet: Beyond the Frontier: Guardian Jack Campbell
978-0-425-26051-7 • $7.99/$9.99 Can. UPC: 07274200799926051 RIGHTS: E30 PAGES: 432 SPINE: 1 3/32” CARTON: 48 CATEGORY: Science Fiction AUTHOR HOME: Maryland BACKGROUND: Ace hardcover 978-0-425-26050-0 (5/13)
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PREVIOUS BOOK: The Lost Fleet: Beyond the Frontier: Invincible 978-0-425-25647-3 (5/13) COVER ARTIST: Michael Komarck
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A brand-new novel in the annals of the legendary Doctor Who series. “A return to epic adventure.”
—SFCrowsnest
The Wheel. A ring of ice and metal turning around a moon of Saturn, home to a mining colony plagued by equipment failures and chaos. Children tell stories of mysterious creatures glimpsed on board. Once on the Wheel, the Doctor and his companions, Jamie and Zoe, are suspected by some as saboteurs. And they soon find themselves caught in a mystery that could destroy the Wheel—and kill them all... MARKETING ❏❏Print advertising in science fiction publications ❏❏Social media outreach ❏❏Online promotion SALES POINTS ❏❏The hit BBC and international sci-fi show Doctor Who has been on television for over fifty years ❏❏The most recent reboot of Doctor Who has completely revived the series to critical and fan acclaim ❏❏Features “the Second Doctor” ❏❏Stephen Baxter is an award-winning, national-bestselling author
Doctor Who: The Wheel of Ice Stephen Baxter
❏❏Author website: stephen-baxter.com ALSO AVAILABLE Doctor Who: Shada 978-0-425-26116-3 @ $16.00/$17.00 Can.
978-0-425-26123-1 • $7.99/$9.99 Can. UPC: 07274200799926123 RIGHTS: G12 PAGES: 304 SPINE: 49/64” CARTON: 48 CATEGORY: Science Fiction AUTHOR HOME: Great Britain BACKGROUND: Ace hardcover 978-0-425-26122-4 (1/13)
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PREVIOUS BOOK: Doctor Who: Shada 978-0-425-26116-3 (Written by Gareth Roberts; Ace trade; 1/14) COVER ARTIST: Two Associates
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For one dragon leader, the Big Easy is about to get difficult in this “joyous fantasy”* from the New York Times bestselling author.
The thrilling second novel in A.A. Aguirre’s “outstanding”* Victorian fantasy series. Strange troubles have plagued the city of steam and shadows, and the Council wants Inspectors Mikani and Ritsuko to investigate. As the chaos builds to a crescendo, Mikani and Ritsuko must fight a war on two fronts—and this time, they may not be able to turn the deadly tide…
Griffen McCandles is adjusting well to running his gambling operation in the French Quarter of New Orleans—and to his newfound status as head dragon. But he still doesn’t know much about dragon protocol. Which is why there’s suddenly a hit out on Griffen. When the ghost of a voodoo queen wants Griffen to moderate a supernatural conclave, he realizes it’s his chance to spread his wings—or crash and burn…
“A dynamic team in a fantastic world that I cannot wait to visit again.” —*SciFiPulse
Silver Mirrors An Apparatus Infernum Novel
A.A. Aguirre
Dragons Luck
MARKETING ❏❏Social media outreach
“Continuous action and a creative cast of characters.” —*SFRevu
Robert Asprin
❏❏Online promotion SALES POINTS
978-0-425-25820-0 • $7.99/$9.99 Can. UPC: 07274200799925820 RIGHTS: E30 PAGES: 336 SPINE: 27/32” CARTON: 48 CATEGORY: Fantasy AUTHOR HOME: Mexico BACKGROUND: Original PREVIOUS BOOK: Bronze Gods 978-0-425-25819-4 (5/13) COVER ARTIST: Cliff Nielsen
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❏❏The second book in the fantasy detective series following Bronze Gods (5/13)
978-0-425-27252-7 • $7.99/$9.99 Can. UPC: 07274200799927252 RIGHTS: E00 PAGES: 384 SPINE: 31/32” CARTON: 48 CATEGORY: Fantasy BACKGROUND: Original PREVIOUS BOOK: Dragons Wild 978-0-425-27205-3 (2/14) COVER ARTIST: Eric Fortune
❏❏A.A. Aguirre is the pseudonym for a husband-and-wife writing team, including USA Today bestselling author Ann Aguirre ❏❏Filled with elements of mystery, magic, and steampunk that will appeal to readers across genres ❏❏Author website: annaguirre.com
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❏❏The second book in Robert Asprin’s hilarious Dragons series, now in mass market ❏❏Robert Asprin was also the creator of the perennially popular Myth series
ON SALE APRIL 29, 2014
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