Showing posts with label Nicholas Bella. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Nicholas Bella. Show all posts

Saturday, March 23, 2019

In The Hot Seat: Nicholas Bella


We are so happy to have Nicholas Bella here in the Hot Seat. If you've read his books you know he writes with no apologies and delves into the darkness like no other. Today you can learn a little about him through fast fire questions and glancing at his work!





Fast Fire Questions

Name three things you own (not people) that you couldn’t live without. (just list the 3 things)
My pets

My cell phone

My TV

If you were stuck on an island for one year and could only bring ONE book (not a series) what book would you bring?
A choose your own adventure book.

Thinking back to when you were in high school, what did you want to be when you grew up? (only one thing) A writer


Mpreg, yes or no? (one-word answer) Yes

Trigger warnings in books, yes or no? (One word) Yes

What are three of your all-time favorite movies? (Just list them) Terminator 2, Fright Night and Interview with the Vampire.

Name one person, living or dead, you’d love to spend the day with and pick their brain. My mom

If you could cast one person to play you in your life story who would you pick? Myself. (Always wanted to be an actor too.)

Do you believe politics influences readers in making their book selections? (yes or no only) Yes

Would you rather have a relationship with a vampire or a werewolf? Vampire

And finally, many want to know if you’ll ever go to a signing or convention, will you? (You may answer this in a sentence) Maybe.





Nicholas Bella's Books and Where to Find Them


New Haven Series:
Chained in Darkness Season:
Embraced
Punishment
Lessons
Submission
Control
Acceptance
House of Théoden Season:
Commanded
Ascension
Negotiations
Hunted
Evolution
Prince of the City Season:
Branded
Claimed
Manipulation
Disciplined
Kingdom of Ara Season:
Retribution
Suspicion
Opportunity
Sacrifices

Odin Chronicles Series - New Haven Series Spinoff
Season One:
Come and Get Me
I will Make You Mine
I Will Make You Beg
You Will Bow Down

Odin Chronicles Series - Season Two TBA

Demon Gate Series
Season One:
Chosen
Initiated
Mischief
Hijinks
Charmed
Lovelorn
Chance
Havoc
Mayhem

Season Two:
Chaos –
Fear - Coming Soon

Cobra: The Vigilante
Origins
Noble
Unlawful
Injustice
Vulnerable
Exposed
TBA- Coming Soon

Gods and Slaves Series
Dominion
Destiny
Deliverance- coming soon

Collaborations with author Aimee Nicole Walker:
Undisputed

Genesis Circle Series
Circle of Darkness
Circle of Trust
Circle of Madness- coming soon







About Nicholas Bella 

About me? Hmmm, I'm just a person with a wild imagination and a love for words who was sitting around the house one day and said, "Why hasn't anyone written a book like this before?". As with every storyteller, I wanted to share mine with the world. I like my erotica dark, gritty, sexy... and even a little raunchy. I'm not afraid to go there and I hope you aren't afraid to go there with me. When I'm not writing, I love watching movies and TV shows, clubbing, biking, and hanging out with family and friends. I love life.

I'd love to hear from you, feel free to send me a shout out!

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Saturday, July 28, 2018

Random Double Review: Dominion and Destiny by Nicholas Bella #Review #Giveaway






Author: Nicholas Bella
Title: Dominion
Series: Gods and Slaves #1
Self Published
Publication Date: May 23, 2017
Length: 122 pages

Reviewed by Meredith

Synopsis

"Blood, lust, and passion fuel the gods."
In a world controlled by the Celestial Gods of Earth, Wind, Fire, and Water, the life of a slave is inconsequential. A relationship between the gods and humans, outside of instant gratification, is strictly forbidden. To the gods, all humans exist to serve them, but only those who have influence over the masses have been spared a certain degradation of servitude as long as they carry out the wishes of the gods. 
When Mateo is captured by bandits and taken into slavery. He has no idea what his future holds, but he knows it can't be good. He is from the badlands, places so far removed from the gods’ temples, that they are practically barren. The people of the celestial cities look upon them as blasphemers, and less than human. He is poor, he has no influence, no proper education, and no skills that he could use to elevate himself to a status deserving of the gods' mercy. So, when he's sold off to a Ludus to be trained as a gladiator if he survives the Trial of Fate, his curse and his hope for salvation become unified. Either in life or death, he will pay tribute to the gods and respect their Dominion.
Eloy is the powerful and merciless God of Fire and like the flames he controls, his temper and desires run just as hot bordering on insatiable. When he sets his eyes on Mateo for the first time, he becomes intrigued. Watching the human fight so bravely, ignited his passion in an intensity that can only be matched by his lust for blood and entertainment. Being a god with millions of humans worshiping him, he’s used to getting exactly what he wants and right now, he wants Mateo. 

WARNING: This novella series is not for sensitive eyes, as it is brutal, dark, raunchy, and in your face with its lewd, crude, and rude attitude. I'm talking no-holds-barred bloody battles and dirty, wet, messy sex with hot, animalistic men who have no inhibitions. They take what they want when they want it, and they don’t have to be nice about it. This series is intended for very mature readers who are looking for something out of this world to read.



Author: Nicholas Bella
Title: Destiny 
Series: Gods and Slaves #2
Self Published
Publication Date: July 21, 2018
Length: 162 pages

Reviewed by Meredith


Synopsis

"Favor of the gods is given to those with passion."

Mateo has quickly learned that his fate is at the mercy of the gods and the frenzied crowd at the arena. Knowing that if he has any hope of gaining his freedom, it will be through the blood he sheds on the sands. That is his destiny... or is it? When his prowess in the arena catches the eye and desires of the very same god who not only spared his life before but also took his virginity, his destiny may very well change directions. Only one problem... humans and gods aren't supposed to let their emotions get entangled. Will such a forbidden act doom him... or free him? 

​WARNING: This novella series is not for sensitive eyes, as it is brutal, dark, raunchy, and in your face with its lewd, crude, and rude attitude. I'm talking no-holds-barred bloody battles and dirty, wet, messy sex with hot, animalistic men who have no inhibitions. They take what they want when they want it, and they don’t have to be nice about it. This series is intended for very mature readers who are looking for something out of this world to read.


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Reviews 


I will be reviewing both of these books but separately, as they are cross posted on Amazon and Goodreads:


Dominion:

I am a huge Nicholas Bella fan and when this book released last year I actually held off. I was nervous because it felt so different from anything else I'd seen him write. I didn't want to be heartbroken and disappointed if I didn't like it. When the second book released I said, "Okay, I'm just going to go and do it." Was I disappointed? No, thank God. I was shocked. Dominion introduces a new world, or maybe not too new from books we've read throughout our lives. It felt like what I'd expect if Spartacus went to Mount Olympus. In this case Mount Olympus came to him, and changed the world. It made it uneven, unfair, and torturous. 

Nicholas Bella brought his own naturally dark twist to the story and in my opinion made it more believable than any books I've read on Gods and Slaves. While people may be grossed out at times, or even shake their heads at the antics, I dare say slaves had it that bad, maybe worse.

There's a realism to the fantasy that this author pulls off and I loved Mateo. I loved this character because it felt like he was one of us. A regular guy trying to survive. In this book I was on the fence with Eloy, the God of Fire so I can't give a good projection of him in this book. It ends on a bit of a cliffhanger so I was glad I had book two to read right after. I very much recommend this.




Destiny:

Book two was outstanding! I'm just cutting right to the chase with that. It picks up where book one left off. While we aren't finished with Mateo in this book (need book three) we see him evolve even more. He's so strong, brave, and smart. Even the God of Fire, Eloy is smitten with him. Ahhh Eloy. We got to see more of him in this book and I actually love the guy... crazy! I love that he sees what Mateo has been trying to say. I am holding on to hope that Mateo makes it to the end, I won't lie I am scared. But this continuation builds this already good story arc even further. I'm totally invested and desperate to read more of Mateo and Eloy, and the rest of these questionable Gods.

You do need to realize this isn't a fluffy story. Bad things happen and the suspense is high. There's no Pegasus flying into to whisk Mateo and Eloy away. These two are going to have to fight.

I am so excited for the next book and to find out the fate of these two.





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Saturday, June 30, 2018

Saturday Author Spotlight: Nicholas Bella #Interview #Giveaway



I remember awhile back someone telling me I needed to read Nicholas Bella's New Haven Series. I chuckled because I LIVE in New Haven (a town in my state) I said I'd give it a shot. Of course it's nothing like the New Haven I live in but I never looked back after that. I was forever a Nicholas Bella fan.

Today it's awesome to have him here and have the chance to talk with him, take a look at some of his books, and of course he has a wonderful giveaway for you. So, put your feet up folks and enjoy.




Theoden: A New Haven Series Prequel

My name is Theoden, this is the story of my life. Apparently, there has been a huge demand for me to tell it. Normally, I do what I want, unless the command comes from my Sire, Ara. But, revealing the tale about how I became the powerful vampire Prince of the City is something I think I will enjoy telling. You'll see my first mission for the church, my first kill, the life-changing moment when I lost my virginity, and how I chose my first son, all of the things that mean something to me, that made me the vampire I am. So, sit back, and give me all of your attention, as I want your eyes on me. Now, let's begin.

Prepare to be entertained to new heights as Theoden delivers you a unique tale of his life from childhood to the vampire Master you know him to be.


Warning: This is a prequel to the highly erotic, extremely dark and twisted New Haven Series and the spin-off, Odin Chronicles. I can't stress enough how strong the sexual, violent, and adult content is in this book. It will steam up your glasses, and melt your contact lenses. The temperature in the room will rise to unbearable degrees. Pearls will be clutched and you may utter the words: "Oh my God" several times while reading. You have been warned. For mature readers only.


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Chosen: Episode One~ The Demon Gate

"One minute, everything was normal for me, and the next, all hell breaks loose. "
I'm a cop with the Alandale City police force. I love my job, protecting the public and getting rid of scum was what made my day. Everything was going just fine until my lunch was interrupted by some rich, arrogant jerk in an Aston Martin who thought he could just speed past my squad car and get away with it. I had no idea what I was getting myself into when I wrote Mr. Ledéo his speeding ticket, but after what happened to me, I wish I had just let him go. Maybe then, my world wouldn't have been turned upside down and inside out.

Warning: This serial contains strong adult content not meant for sensitive eyes. The novelettes in this serial will be filled with dark, twisted, raunchy and steamy scenes between powerful, sexy men that will either offend you or get ya revved up. This series will not be pulling any punches, and it won’t apologize for hurting your feelings, either. You’ll find no fluff and ruffles here. These demons play hard and they fight dirty. There are approximately 25100 words in this novelette.


There are currently nine episodes to this series

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Circle of Darkness: Genesis Circle book 1
co-authored with Aimee Nicole Walker

There isn’t a monster D’Angelo Kumar can’t destroy or a crisis he can’t manage until he meets Angel Bai. The insane attraction he feels toward the sexy waiter is unwelcome because D’Angelo doesn’t have room in his life for relationships. A solitary path is the only option for a man like him, but fighting his growing feelings for Angel may be the first battle he can’t win.

Angel’s abilities extend beyond memorizing the menu at D’Angelo’s favorite Italian restaurant, but he knows better than to trust anyone with his secret. When a vision reveals that D’Angelo’s life is in danger, he will risk everything to save him. The only thing scarier than monsters and demons to Angel is never knowing D’Angelo’s touch.

To say the demon hunter is reluctant to form a partnership with the psychic is putting it mildly, but D’Angelo needs every advantage he can get when the world’s very existence is threatened. As darkness looms nearer, D’Angelo and Angel’s unexplainable connection grows stronger. For a chance at happiness, the two men will need to call upon unlikely allies for an epic showdown between good and evil.

Sexy, witty, and action-packed, Circle of Darkness is the first book in the Genesis Circle paranormal romance series by Nicholas Bella and Aimee Nicole Walker. This book contains sexually explicit material and is intended for adults 18 and older


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Origins: Cobra: The Gay Vigilante~ book 1

"He saw me as his hero, but I'm nobody's hero."

At least that's what I tell myself. My name is Eric Cayden, and I'm a man with some pretty extraordinary abilities. It's because I have these superhuman powers, my best friend, Jordan, sees me as hero material. I'm not the only one in the world with special abilities, of course. Some people have already stepped up to the plate and made themselves martyrs, but I'm not about self-sacrificing for the greater good and all that crap. Not anymore. I've already bled for my country. Now, I just want to live a normal life in the shadows and make a lot of money doing odd jobs on the side. Is that too much to ask? Well, according to my friend, Jordan, I'm destined to be something better than a glorified errand boy. He thinks I have a higher calling. He thinks I can be a hero. Well, I'm not too sure about the hero part, but I do hate it when bad people get away with doing evil things. So maybe, just maybe Jordan has a point. We'll see, won't we?

Warning: This is a novelette serial series that will be coming at you fully loaded with hot, gay sex. Yes, there will be all kinds of bodily fluids splashing and squirting in all directions with each episode. Expect body parts to be sliced, diced, gouged, and even ripped apart because I don't half step. This is a series intended for adults only, who want a superhero that loves to play dirty... and by dirty, I mean grimy as hell.


There is currently five books in this series

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Dominion~ Gods and Slaves Series

"Blood, lusts, and passion fuel the gods."
In a world controlled by the Celestial Gods of Earth, Wind, Fire, and Water, the life of a slave is inconsequential. A relationship between the god and human, outside of instant gratification, is strictly forbidden. To the gods, all humans exist to serve them, but only those who have influence over the masses have been spared a certain degradation of servitude as long as they carry out the wishes of the gods.
When Mateo is captured by bandits and taken into slavery. He has no idea what his future holds, but he knows it can't be good. He is from the badlands, places so far removed from the gods’ temples, that they are practically barren. The people of the celestial cities look upon them as blasphemers, and less than human. He is poor, he has no influence, no education, and no skills that he could use to elevate himself to a status deserving of the gods' mercy. So, when he's sold off to a Ludus to be trained as a gladiator if he survives the Trial of Fate, his curse and his hope for salvation become unified. Either in life of death, he will pay tribute to the gods and respect their Dominion.
Eloy is the powerful and merciless God of Fire and like the flames he controls, his temper and desires run just as hot bordering on insatiable. When he sets his eyes on Mateo for the first time, he becomes intrigued. Watching the human fight so bravely, ignited his passion in an intensity that can only be matched by his lust for blood and entertainment. Being a god with millions of humans worshiping him, he’s used to getting exactly what he wants and right now, he wants Mateo.

WARNING: This novella series is not for sensitive eyes, as it is brutal, dark, raunchy, and in your face with its lewd, crude, and rude attitude. I'm talking no-holds-barred bloody battles and dirty, wet, messy sex with hot, animalistic men who have no inhibitions. They take what they want when they want it, and they don’t have to be nice about it. This series is intended for very mature readers who are looking for something out of this world to read.



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Interview


It is so awesome to have you here today. I am a huge fan of yours as well as an admirer. I just want to talk to you a bit, poke inside that head of yours, see what I can conjure up.

I’m very honored. Thank you for having me. I’m happy to be here.


First, I would love to know where the idea for your New Haven Series came from?

 I have always had a love for vampires, werewolves, and other paranormal creatures. I find them fascinating. I had wanted to read about a rebel going against them, but he was captured and turned. I wanted to see his struggles being something he hated. Would the hero become the villain? That’s how I came up with the New Haven Series and from there, it just morphed into this grand tale that’s ever evolving. A dark, steamy paranormal political drama that’s loaded with action, sex, murder, plotting, deceit, and lots of fun. It almost has a mind of its own now. LOL.


Obviously, there’s a lot of sex in your books what I want to know is it difficult to write it and if not what would you say is the hardest thing to write for you?

 I really don’t have any difficulty writing any scenes. For me, everything plays out in my mind like a movie. I can see the characters together and how they mingle. It’s the same with my action scenes, I see it and the words just flow.


You speak openly about authors in this community writing what they love without shame. It’s really wonderful. What would you say to new authors just getting out there questioning their books?

 Often times, I see authors say they think their books suck, they doubt themselves and their work. I’ve never felt that way about my books. I think that’s because I’m always happy with what I’ve written because it’s the story I’ve wanted to read. I got to experience the adventure that I wanted to and fell in love with the characters. So, when I hit publish, I’m thrilled with what’s been written and I just hope others enjoy it to. So, that’s my advice to anyone. Write the book YOU want to read. Not what you think others want to read. You can’t please every reader and trying to write a book that you think would will only kill your creativity and give you that doubt. Write what you love and the story you want to read.


You co-author with Aimee Nicole Walker. Is she the first author you’ve co-wrote with and how do you make it work so seamlessly?

 Aimee is amazing. Yes, she’s the first author I’ve partnered with. We both have the same work ethic for one. We are serious about what we do. We know this is a business, but it is also our passion. We eat, sleep, dream stories. We also think alike a lot, so when we’re writing, our imaginations flow and it’s just a lot of fun to build on what each other creates. We have a respect for each other and what we each contribute, and no egos.


Not that I EVER want it, but is there an end to Theoden and his boys? Does this series have an end game?

 I do see an end game, but a lot of things will be going down before that happens. Then there are always prequels I can write. I have one planned for Deacon next. He’s really speaking to me.

Let’s say your Demon Gates series got picked up by HBO to run like Game of Thrones. Cast your characters for us. 

Wow, that would be amazing, and a dream come true, not to mention great entertainment. Let me try to guess who could play the characters. It is hard to get an exact look from how I see the characters in my mind to the list of available actors. But I’ll give it a shot. Brian – Jencarlos Canela. Raphael – Alex Pettyfer, and for Andre – Lance Gross. Adriel will be difficult, because he is half demon and has a certain kind of supernatural look to him. Think Sephiroth from Final Fantasy 7.

Can you tell us what you’re currently working on or your future projects? 

I have so many things on my plate. I’m currently writing four series and a trilogy. Destiny: Gods and Slaves will be released soon. Circle of Trust: Genesis Circle book two with Aimee will also be released soon. Then I have Chaos: Demon Gate - Season Two premiere, Cobra: The Vigilante, and Odin Chronicles. I also have plans to write a Mpreg book and Deacon’s Prequel. I have plenty other ideas as well. My mind is constantly coming up with stories to keep me busy.


How can readers follow your work or stalk you? Facebook, Twitter, Instagram etc…

I can be followed all over social media at these locations:
http://www.facebook.com/authornickbella
http://www.nicholasbella.com
https://twitter.com/@AuthorNickBella
http://nicholasbella.tumblr.com/
https://www.instagram.com/nicholasbella/



What is the number one emotion you want to invoke from a reader?  

Hmm, I’d want to be able to invoke plenty of emotions, but one I’d zero in on is euphoria. That feeling you get when you’ve experience something out of this world. That’s what I hope my books give readers.


FAST FIRE QUESTIONS

Favorite Number? 1
Day or Night? Night
Favorite TV Show? Game of Thrones/The Originals (It’s a tie)
Coffee or tea? Tea
Best movie you’ve seen so far in 2018? Black Panther.
Biggest pet peeve? Hypocrisy
Favorite animal? Dog and Cat (Other tie)


Thank you so much for hanging out with me. Thank you so much for having me. :D







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