Victims of unsynchronized mishaps

It's happened to all of us at one time or another, right?

When we've had to endure minor or major calamities.

The reaction of course depends on how often one  unleashes their internal drama queen. Luckily for me, my internal-DQ is in a coma (most days).

If you've followed my blog, you would have read where a I got gobsmacked (I've been waiting to use this word) once or twice with a minor mishaps.

Telemarketers hanging up on me. (I still maintain they hire people who are snooze-instigators).

Through no fault of my own, my close encounter with a cholla cactus--those anti-oxidant little pricks.

Disastrous date. Again, not my fault.

Internal thoughts escaping during Yoga.

Okay, I admit, I may have had more than one mishap, and probably a few others that I haven't mentioned, but trust me, they were no where near the calamity of events that the hero and heroine of my newly released, short story, Tempted By An Angel go through when they first meet.

TEMPTED BY AN ANGEL is a fun, light-hearted comedy with a splash of romance.

This short story dedicated to all the romance readers who love and support the romance genre.

Matthew Lockwood hired entertainment for his nephew’s birthday party.

Instead an Angel showed up, wearing killer heels, carrying a bouquet of balloons and a body that was heavenly—except she had an attitude that was anything but angelic.

Unfortunately for Angel Montgomery---life doesn’t have auto-correct.

Matthew and Angel are both victims of unsynchronized mishaps.

What misadventures have you experienced?

Please share.

We won't laugh at you. We always LAUGH with you. :)

What Readers are saying about

Tempted by An Angel

Review by: heidi on Sep. 20, 2012 :    5 Stars

Selena Robins has done it again with this irresistible short story with characters so charming you can't help but get attached. I also highly recommend What a Girl Wants.

Review by: Denise A. Agnew on Sep. 20, 2012 :  5 Stars

Tempted By An Angel showcases Selena Robins' talent for wonderful humor and well-drawn characters. A laugh out loud good time story!

Review by: hrhsophia on Sep. 20, 2012 :    4 Stars

A bit short but charming.

Review by: Nancy Lauzon on Sep. 19, 2012 :   5 Stars

When Matthew Lockwood opens the door expecting a clown for his five-year-old nephew's birthday party, what he gets instead is bikini-clad Angel Montgomery armed with condom balloons, ready to sing for a bunch of rowdy bachelors. There's been a mix-up, and the results are hilarious. You'll be thoroughly entertained by this engaging, laugh-out-loud short story that leaves the reader wanting more!

Review by: Rosanna Leo on Sep. 21, 2012 :  5 Stars 

What a super-fun story by Selena Robins! From the first page I was hooked. Hello, romance. As Angel and Matt literally fall all over each other (in a scene that was so funny I was conscious of not peeing my pants), you can't help but fall for them. Congrats to Ms. Robins. My only complaint is that this story was over far too soon and I really hope she revisits this terrific couple.

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About Selena Robins

Genre-defying, witty, humorous, suspenseful, romantic and sexy— words used to describe Selena’s novels. A self-professed foodie and chocolate guru, Selena loves to dance with her dog, sing into her hairbrush and write in her PJ's. In love with her family, friends, books, laughter, hockey, lively discussions and red wine (sometimes all at the same time). Selena is a dragon slayer who enjoys reading and writing sassy heroines and hot heroes (the ones your mamma warned you about, but secretly wished she’d dated a few in her life).

You can learn more about Selena and her books by visiting her website or chat with her on her blog.

Looking for that someone special?

So you want to find that someone special? Only those who possess a wicked sense of humor and a sense of the absurd need apply. Do you have the following qualifications? Willing to take field trips (may include stalking) to observe and interview police, hookers, military personnel, farmers, morticians, mobsters, mechanics, Walmart greeters, nuns and prison guards—if you own a pair of night vision goggles even better. Please note: Some of the above personnel may take exception to inquiring minds and we would therefore venture into Googleland instead. After all, our partnership would be hindered by broken bones or head injuries. Do you enjoy leisurely lunches, brainstorming ways to dispose of dead bodies, discussing angst, heartbreak, emotional baggage and new and improved ways where a couple could make love? At the same time not feel intimidated or embarrassed if by chance the luncheon conversation is overheard by bystanders? Deal Breakers: This is not the partnership for you if: A. You won’t share your stash of chocolate. B. You suffer indigestion while sharing a bottle of whine with a side order of well done rant. C. You take yourself (or me) too seriously. If there was such a thing as Match-Critique-Partner.com the above could be an ad for a writer in search of their vocational partner. For a writer, finding a critique partner could be as daunting as finding a spouse, throw in the requirements that your critique partner must be creative, critical yet compassionate, be as passionate about your work as they are of theirs, be on call twenty-four-seven for a shoulder when a bad reviews or rejections come in, be non-judgmental, understand your quirks and accept your swinging lifestyle (I’m talking about mood swings of course). I’ve been fortunate to partner with two writers; Nancy Lauzon and Denise Agnew. We brainstorm, laugh and cry together on our writing journey. Although we differ in our outward personalities—Nancy and Denise being the extroverts and me being the shy, demure and very serious one (admittedly, tongue is planted firmly inside cheek)—our differences have strengthened our friendship and working relationship. Our writing strengths and weaknesses complement each other, helping us to learn from one another with the goal of producing a stronger work of fiction. Our similarities—love of family, books, laughter and chocolate are the added elements that have turned our working relationship into a strong friendship. The main ingredient when working with a critique partner is to have one-hundred-percent trust in each other and give and take suggestions and opinions with respect for your partner’s work. There are times when we don’t take each other’s advice, and that’s okay, as with any partnership you’re not always going to agree with everything. Every writer has their own unique voice and perceives the world differently, and that’s a good thing—vive la difference. What is needed in a good critique partnership is the ability to embrace those differences and make them work for the team. The literary world can be harsh and ruthless and can wreak havoc on your writing confidence at times. A writer not only has to be her harshest critic when looking at her work objectively before submitting, but needs to believe and know that her critique partner has her back and is assured that her partner wouldn’t let her send a manuscript out that isn’t polished enough for submission. A critique partner is someone who is willing to slay the “I suck at this” dragon when it rears its ugly head. As with writing, the main thing is to enjoy your partnership and having someone who understands the journey, celebrate each step of the way, even something like finishing a chapter or writing a blog. Selena Robins Author of Genre-defying, Witty, Sexy Romances https://selenarobins.com/ http://selenarobinsmusings.wordpress.com/ CAPA Nominee WHAT A GIRL WANTS from Samhain Publishing