Ann Cory

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About Ann Cory
Ann Cory is an accomplished author who writes contemporary and paranormal erotic romance. Ann Cory’s publishers include Ellora’s Cave, Samhain Publishing, Liquid Silver Books, Total-E-Bound, Resplendence Publishing, Whiskey Creek Press and Cobblestone Press.

Ann enjoys delving into the dark realms of paranormal, vampires, shape-shifters, while adding excitement and spice to the lighter side of contemporary. From strong female leads to hunky bad boys, she likes to strip them down and flesh them out, so to speak.

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NEWEST RELEASES:

Uncharted Territory
Publisher: Whiskey Creek Press
Genre: Contemporary/pirates
ISBN: 978-160313-6228
Novella
Released: June 15th, 2009
Blurb:
An evening aboard an exotic cruise ship turns into a nightmare for Charlotte Alderman. Cold and wet, she makes her way ashore what appears to be a deserted island, until she runs into a devastatingly handsome stranger with a sword. The last thing she needs is to fall for some ill-mannered pirate who only has gold and jewels on his mind.

Captain Phineas Parr gets quite a surprise when he comes across a beautiful lass draped over the very spot he plans to dig for buried treasure. Convinced she is a spy working for his archenemy, Fowler, he decides to keep an eye on her, though to look at her is more of a pleasure than a pain.

As Charlotte helps search for the hidden booty, she discovers that adventure has been missing in her life, while Phineas realizes that love can be the greatest treasure of all. The only thing standing in their way is a murderous pirate with a score to settle.



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Mississippi Twilight
Publisher: Ellora's Cave
Genre: Contemporary
ISBN: 9781419922619
Novella
Released: June 5th 2009
Blurb:
Madeline accepts an invitation to ride the Mississippi Twilight, a Victorian riverboat that promises plenty of sun, scenery and relaxation. The only thing missing is the hunk she fell madly in love with and has never forgotten.

Reinaldo is prepared to go all out to reclaim a love that got away. Hell-bent on proving that he is the only man for Madeline, he secretly arranges a trip where he plans a memorable night of seduction. With Maddy as his guest, he figures his plan can’t backfire. Operation Paddlewheel is a go.

As the sun sets over the Mississippi River, Madeline quickly realizes that time hasn’t changed how hot she is for Reinaldo or the way her body responds to his masterful touch. But they have an uphill battle ahead if they’re going to get beyond their past mistakes.



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Their Lady Liberty
Publisher: Resplendence Publishing
Genre: Menage a trois/Contemporary
ISBN: 112-201-101-442-1
Short Story
Released: May 2009
Blurb:
There's nothing Liberty likes better than to spend her time with the two men who ignite her body and show her pleasures like no others. She belongs to them both, and doesn't want it any other way.

Brandon and Neil can focus on little else but thoughts of Liberty's hot body and carefree ways, both always dreaming of the next time they be together. As Brandon and Neil see it, there are worse things to be than at the mercy of a sex goddess.

Behind the steamed up windows of Brandon's van, the threesome meet up for an afternoon rendezvous. Here they can love freely, and live out their most decadent fantasies with.



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Healing Hartley
Publisher: Total-E-Bound
Genre: Paranormal/Menage a trois
ISBN: 978-1-907010-15-6
Short Story
Released: April 2009
Blurb:
It will take more than one man to heal Hartley from her turbulent past.

Hartley longs to move on from a past of hurt and betrayal, but her anger still runs deep. She seeks healing and vengeance. With the help of two handsome witches who know just how to please, and a spell of dark magic, she just might get both.

Raithe and Faramir will do anything for their beautiful vixen, Hartley. A challenge they are more than up for both in and out of the bedroom. Besides, a woman would be a fool to find fault with being sandwiched between two loyal and masterful lovers.



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*****

Witching Well – Nine of Wands
Publisher: Ellora’s Cave
ISBN: 978-1419921173
Genre: Series/Paranormal
Novel
Released: March 2009
Blurb: Left for dead on the eve of her wedding, Astrid’s dreams were shattered. In an underground grotto, below the Makian Well, she has made a home for herself, sheltered from the dangers of the world, until a handsome man arrives and a sexual awakening occurs.

Killian finds himself lost deep in the woods. He comes across an old hidden well and senses a raw sexual energy in the air. There he finds a beautiful woman cloaked in a hooded robe and is drawn to her. Something inside him longs to be the protector she craves.

Dark secrets surround the Makian Well. Three witches cry out to be reborn, one wanting to reclaim her place as head witch. All they need is their blood to be resurrected. Their only hope is Astrid. As the power of the witches grows, Astrid must find her hidden reserves to fight, and hold onto the dream that love can one day be hers again.



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MORE RELEASES BY ANN CORY:



The Howl and the Pussycat - FANTASM AWARD WINNER 2008 for Best Werewolf Romance
Publisher: Samhain Publishing
ISBN: 978-1-60504-071-4
Genre: Paranormal
Short Story
Released: October 2008
Blurb: Jacqueline’s sexy little Red Riding Hood outfit was supposed to rekindle her boyfriend’s flagging interest. Instead she’s red in the face and dumped for another woman. To add to the indignity, she finds herself pursued into the woods by a wolf.

Somehow she manages to escape, only to end up with two new pains—a twisted ankle, and a sexy rescuer who claims he’s been searching for her all his life.

After several decades of searching, Baldric is surprised that his destined mate is a provocative human woman with a catty attitude. Hardly a perfect match for a werewolf, but there can be no other partner for him. To seduce the woman he’s hungered for all his life, he’ll have to convince her hardened heart that he’s capable of love. And do it without scaring her off with the truth—that underneath his hard body beats the loyal heart of a wolf.



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*****

Uncovering Egypt
Publisher: Samhain Publishing
ISBN: 978-1-60504-071-4
Genre: Time-Travel
Short Story
Released August 2008
Blurb: Desire hot enough to reach through the ages and melt the sands of time.

Jasmine Devi is eager to start digging up artifacts on a field expedition to Giza. But finding a hidden chamber and an ancient bracelet could change this Egyptologist’s life forever.

King Okpara is called through time to stop what he believes is someone stealing his former queen’s sacred jewel. When he finds the bracelet firmly attached to the wrist of a woman of impeccable beauty, his plans change. Believing Jasmine is destined to be his new queen, Okpara needs to use all of his skill to convince her to step back in time with him.

In the face of Okpara’s campaign to gain her trust and cater to her innermost desires, how can Jasmine refuse?



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*****

Vows of a Vampire
Publisher: Total-e-Bound
ISBN: 978-1-906328-95-5
Genre: Vampire
Novella
Released March 2008
Blurb: A promise made. A promise broken. Can love prevail while shrouded in danger?

Varick vows to honor his mentor’s last wish, to watch over Aubrey, a woman with a complicated past. Against his better judgment, Varick finds his level of emotions growing for Aubrey each day. But, when an accident nearly takes her from him, Varick has no other choice than to reveal his true identity.

Aubrey finds herself in the company of a dark and seductive stranger, who claims to not only know a lot about her, but also claims to be a vampire. She tries to ignore her instant attraction for him, and the way his body makes her weak.

As leader of his clan, Varick must make a choice. Follow his heart, or follow the path set before him. With a growing unease among the clan, his brothers consider a new leader. When Varick’s love for a mortal is exposed, he is thrust into a dangerous situation, one that also puts Aubrey’s life at risk.



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*****

Snake Charmer Publisher: Ellora’s Cave
ISBN: 9781419915567
Genre: Garnet series/Paranormal
Short Story
Released: January 2008
Blurb: At an open-air market, a lavish red scarf adorned with a beautiful garnet catches Berlin’s attention, to the point of obsession.

She hears a deep male’s voice, rich and seductive, taunting her to buy the luxurious item. Using the last of her money she purchases the scarf, and takes it home, unaware it is merely an illusion.

Faotin finally escapes a darkness that has plagued him for years. He knows his only chance at freedom is to break the curse of the garnet and sever the ties created by Eclipse, a vicious Naga queen who used him for her own pleasure. Faotin’s plan is to seduce and kill a naïve woman, but everything changes as Berlin’s warmth and alluring beauty thaw his cold, vengeful heart.

As Berlin and Faotin give into their heated passion, they both realize there is more to their feelings than either dares admit. While Berlin charms the handsome shape-shifting snake of a man, the wicked Naga queen, Eclipse, prepares for one final deadly strike.



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*****

Into the Blue
Publisher: Total-E-Bound
ISBN: 978-1906590796
Genre: Some Menage a trois/Contemporary/Seasonal
Short Story
Released: July 2008
Blurb: Swimsuit not required.

Samantha Jensen receives an invitation to a pool party that promises a wet and wild time. It sounds like just what she needs to break out of her shell. Right away she is drawn to a bronze hottie who looks like he stepped from the pages of a swimsuit calendar. Trouble is, her track record with men leaves a lot to be desired. Can the dark-haired dream with the steely blue eyes rescue her from a mountain of personal issues, or will she drown in her insecurities.

Cole Davidson has never shied away from hard work to get what he wants, and he wants the sultry brunette with the fierce curves who sets fire to his senses. Even the cold shoulder she gives him can’t extinguish the flames already ignited. Besides, he has been eyeing her for some time, only she doesn’t know it. Convinced he can win her over, he enlists the help of his friends and sets up a few pool games that will leave her wet…with desire.



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*****

Lust Detector
Publisher: Total-E-Bound
ISBN: 978-1-906328-86-3
Genre: Light BDSM/Contemporary/Older woman, younger man
Short Story
Released: February 2008
Blurb: Ever since Savannah Scott caught sight of the new young police officer jogging in his tight shorts, she can’t get him off her mind. Nights are gruelingly long and her fantasies are scorching, making her body burn like an inferno for him. Savannah comes up with an idea to capture his attention and quickly finds herself with a collection of speeding tickets.

Officer Alec Downs finds himself repeatedly pulling over Ms Scott, the sexy thirty-something woman with a fabulous bod and vivacious energy. Unable to keep his mind on his job, he decides to take matters into his own hands and find out once and for all what her motives are. All he needs is a pair of handcuffs and a little machine called a Lust Detector.



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*****

Next Floor Naughty
Publisher: Ellora’s Cave
ISBN: ISBN: 9781419910562
Genre: BDSM/Contemporary
Short Novel
Released: March 2007
Blurb: Davian arrives at a BDSM party, unsure of what to expect. She loves her fiancé, but the ongoing lack of sizzle in the bedroom raises some serious questions and makes her desperate for answers. Inside the Bentley Mansion, the atmosphere is charged with lurid sex, reminding her of a twisted adult version of Alice in Wonderland. Shown into a hallway, she is told to ride the Domwaiter, an old dumbwaiter with a kinky flair. Four floors of ultimate satisfaction guaranteed, how could she refuse?

When Liam finds the party invitation under Davian's pillow, he questions the validity of their relationship. Refusing to let another man touch the woman he loves, Liam gains access into the mansion and makes a deal with the owner of the house. With his identity a secret, Master Liam meets Davian at every floor.

His mission is to make all her fantasies a reality and prove once and for all that he is the only man she'll ever need.



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*****

Blue Magic
Publisher: Total-E-Bound
ISBN: 978-1-906590-89-5
Genre: Fantasy
Novella
Released: August 2008
Blurb: A mysterious mirror is delivered to Ethan’s museum framed with rare sapphires. Instead of his reflection, he sees a blue room and an exotic woman who reminds him of an Arabian princess.

The moment she speaks to him, his body reacts strongly, and he can’t resist the need to be with her. Amara has been trapped inside a mirror for decades, bound to an enchantment that keeps her a prisoner.

When she sees Ethan, her entire being aches for him and she promises to pleasure him like no other, but first she must convince him to step through the mirror into her world.

Ethan’s feelings deepen for Amara and he wants to free her of the enchantment. To do so he must find a rare blue shard cut from glass and use it to break the mirror’s spell. His only clue is a paper with strange symbols and numbers. As he tries to solve the mystery, thieves break into the museum. Ethan knows that if they find the mirror, they will steal it, and Amara will remain captive forever.



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*****

Blame the Rain
Publisher: Samhain Publishing
ISBN: 1-59998-172-6
Genre: Contemporary
Short Story
Released: November 2006
Blurb: Love - as unpredictable as the weather

When down on her luck Sable Morrison drives into the back end of handsome Maxwell Benning's new car, she is certain things will only get worse.

Nothing has gone right in her life for some time, and the last thing she needs is a new distraction.

Well-to-do Maxwell finds himself enamored over the beautiful stranger and treats her to an evening only dreams are made of. He strongly believes fate had a hand in their accidental meeting, and does everything he can to make the night last.

While Sable is busy placing blame on herself for the evening's events, Maxwell prefers to blame the rain.



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*****

Bawdy Talk
Publisher: Cobblestone Press
ISBN: 978-1-60088-150-3
Genre: Contemporary
Novella
Released: June 2007
Blurb: Destry Forrester is at the mercy of Trent Sheen’s voice, otherwise known as DJ Zeus, God of Radio. When he speaks, her body reacts. More than once she has gotten off to his sexy bravado. On a dare, she goes to the radio station in nothing but a trench coat, and flashes him.

Trent Sheen gets one heck of a surprise on his birthday when a beautiful woman shows up unannounced, and arouses more than his interest. By chance they meet again and give in to their heated desires. Unfortunately, those desires are broadcasted on air for everyone to hear...



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*****

Breaking in Levi
Publisher: Cobblestone Press
ISBN: 1-60088-007-X
Genre: Contemporary
Novella
Released: June 2006
Blurb: Good girl Victoria places her trust with a tall, dark stranger in the hope of finding her stolen car. Little does she know that bad boy Levi is a wanted man with a warrant out for his arrest.

The only date Levi is looking for is with revenge, but finds an unexpected detour in the high maintenance beauty and her designer clothes.

While Levi focuses on his plan for personal justice, Victoria realizes the thrill and freedom of danger. Life on the run can’t be too bad, especially when a pair of handcuffs lead to a night of ultimate seduction.



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*****

Secrets in the Annex
Publisher: Liquid Silver Books
ISBN: 1-59578-316-4
Genre: Paranormal
Novella
Released:
Blurb: Can the luck and love of a chimney sweep, be enough to rescue a woman, trapped in an annex that holds many dark secrets?

Kaelyn is a former maid who used to clean the annex for the Ruthferd’s. Ever since a terrifying fire broke out in the annex, she has been trapped within the chimney, desperate to get out. She waits for a man to rescue her in more ways than one, and breathe new life into her somber soul.

Rand enjoys his job as a chimney sweep and especially likes to work for the Ruthferd’s, a rich and prominent family in central London. He is asked to clean the fireplace and chimney inside the newly remodeled annex, though what he finds inside is more than ash and soot. A smoldering woman emerges from inside the fiery tomb and fuels him with passion.

Through his gentle touch, and her seductive moves, they are swept away in the heat of the moment, and forge a bond that goes beyond a lifetime.



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*****

Saucy Minx
Publisher: Liquid Silver Books
ISBN: 978-1-59578-396-7
Genre: Contemporary
Novel
Released:
Blurb: Minx has a problem – sensual dreams about Holden, a regular at the pizzeria where she works part time, have her in a state of constant arousal. Unfortunately, Holden doesn’t seem to know Minx is alive, much less hot for him.

Shy, but desperate to gain Holden’s attention, Minx comes up with a foolproof plan to get him to notice her. Thanks to Love Stinks, her webzine, and her fascination with people's reactions to specific scents and foods, she decides to conduct a little experiment on aphrodisiacs with Holden as the test subject. And just so no one feels left out, she’ll document her results online to potentially help others. If the aphrodisiac works, she’ll be helping mankind; if not, Holden will never know a thing.

Holden spends all his time studying at university, while also taking a brutal course in bartending to meet his goal of running his own business. His only downtime is at a casual pizzeria where lately he’s noticed something different about the pizza. But a hot little dish of a waitress in a short, tight skirt has him too distracted to care. Between her fiery red hair and her luminous green eyes, he's completely smitten and can't seem to concentrate on his studies.

Holden is everything that Minx fantasized and more. But now that Minx has what she always wanted, will the ingredients in her sauce prove to be the recipe for love or disaster?



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