Keta Diablo
Keta Diablo lives in the Midwest part of the United States on six acres of gorgeous woodland. When she isn't writing or gardening she loves to commune with nature. A pair of barn owls returns to the property every year to birth their young and show them off in the high branches of the oak trees. Nothing more adorable than these white fluffy babies with heart-shaped faces. A lifelong animal lover, Keta devotes her time and support to the local animal shelter. Emma LaPounce, a rescued feline, has been her furry companion for the last ten years.
Keta is an award-winning and best-selling author who writes in several genres: Western Romance, Historical Romance, Paranormal Romance and Contemporary Romance. In a past life, she wrote Gay Romance. Her books have received numerous accolades, including RWA contest finalist, Authors After Dark finalist, Top Pick of the Month and Recommended Review from top review sites, and Best Romance Finalist from The Independent Author Network. P.S.: For some strange reason, ghosts often show up in her stories, no matter the genre. |
Western Romance
Western Romance Novella
On the run from her vicious Kiowa husband, Catherine seeks shelter from a raging dust storm when labor begins. Fate steps in when a retired army tracker also seeks refuge from the elements and stumbles upon the same ramshackle dwelling. Elam helps Catherine deliver her child and a strong bond forms between them. But outside, biding his time until the squall passes someone longs to claim both of their lives and take what is rightfully his…the child. |
In 1884 New Mexico, Madrid Arrende finds herself kidnapped by the Apache. Determined to rescue her, her wealthy father realizes there is only one man capable of bringing her back alive...Deacon Bannister. Deacon doesn't give one whit about the large sum of money Don Erasmos Arrende has offered him to find his daughter. He only cares about bringing the woman he left at the altar a year ago home.
A ghost is terrorizing the Apache village and the young maiden, Sacheen, has been banished by her People for unleashing Uday's wrath. Now, Deacon, Madrid and Sacheen must flee for their lives across the rugged New Mexico landscape with the evil spirit in hot pursuit. Will they make it back alive to Madrid's father's hacienda or will Deacon lose Madrid forever? Reviews: "What a fantastically original plot and story idea! If you like westerns, American history, the native American Indians or if you just want a read with some seriously sexy Bannister boys (cowboys!!), well then this one is for you." 5 Stars "The author does an amazing job at blending romance, western and paranormal into 1 page turner!!!" 5 Stars "Ghost and Evil Spirits, Oh My! Talking about one exciting adventurous story - WOW!" 5 Stars |
When a tragic accident claims her husband's life, Jesse Santos must find a way to keep the ranch, the only home her 12-year-old son has ever known. The ranch hands have abandoned her, a gang of cutthroat ranchers want her land and an ancient Yaqui Indian insists a spirit has taken up residence in the house.
After a fifteen-year absence, her husband's brother, Coy, returns to his childhood home. He doesn't plan on staying, and he certainly doesn't intend to settle down with a widow and her son…no matter how pretty she is. He's an outlaw, after all, and made a decision to put an end to his gun-slinging days long ago. Will his conscience let him walk away from family, or will his heart overrule his head? Reviews: "I loved all the components of this story. The Indian lore was probably my favorite though." 5 Stars "The storyline is brilliant. This novella has many twists and turns. A page turner." 5 Stars "Diablo has created a set of compelling characters. Jesse captures the essence of the time, when women had very few options, and even fewer good ones." 5 Stars |
Six months ago, Anya Fleming's ten- year-old son, Willie-boy, found his father hanging in the barn. Traumatized over his father's suicide, the boy hasn't spoken a word since. Now, Willie-boy has come down with a grave, unknown illness and there's only one man who can save him, Sutter Sky, a learned Blackfoot shaman known as Yellow Smoke—a shaman who was once deeply in love with Anya.
But Fate had other plans for Anya and Sutter—she was forced to marry Lewis Fleming, a cruel man who berated her night and day, and brokenhearted Sutter immersed himself in the mystical customs and beliefs of his People and became a shaman . As if Anya didn't have enough to deal with after her husband's death and son's illness, an evil, sinister ghost is terrorizing their ranch. Anya is convinced the spirit is Lewis, who apparently isn't done making her life miserable. When she turns to Yellow Smoke for help, will he put side his bitterness and save Willie-boy? And can the renowned shaman dispel the powerful ghost from their lives and send him back to Hades? |
Years ago, identical twins, Lauren and Sage McCain were born into the upper echelons of Southern society but, through the evil act of a lonely midwife, they were separated at birth.
As adults, they have both found love, although they live in different worlds. Lauren is loved by two men, brothers –one the father of her child, the other her husband. One went off to war, leaving his brother to pick up the broken pieces of their lives. Sage has found her soul-mate among the Winnebago tribe and cherishes the abiding love from both her husband and children. But the Dakota Uprising in Minnesota has affected her life as much the Civil War has affected Lauren's. Neither sister knows the other exists until fate steps in amid the flames of danger and destiny. Now their lives will never be the same again. Reviews: "If you enjoy westerns you will love this book. I really like the way Ms Diablo told the story. Off to read book 2 Dark Night of the Moon." 5 Stars "Was very sorry to see this book end. Have read several of Diablo's stories and yet have been disappointed by any." 5 Stars "I loved the book, could hardly put it down for long. I loved the heroine finding a twin she didn't know about! I have been looking for a sequel to this storyline." 5 Stars |
A paranormal wolf shifter, Dark Night of the Moon, is the sequel to Moon of the Sleeping Bear.
Creed Gatlin flees to Arizona intent on eradicating the haunting memories of his brother's wife, Lauren, from his mind. Brand Gatlin, presumed dead, resurfaces after a long absence and with his re-emergence, the destinies of those he loves are altered forever. In a land rife with war and danger, Sage must travel to the village of her husband's People, the Winnebago. There, she is reunited with Crooked Back, the ancient healer. On the long trek back to Full Circle, devious plots are underfoot and peril lurks around every corner for Sage, Lauren and Peter Pa. Dark Night of the Moon will take you on an unforgettable journey of war, violence, overwhelming grief, and finally, love. |
Historical Romance
Historical/Erotic Romance
With visions of battle still fresh in his mind, Roane Bradfield returns home to find the woman he loves betrothed to another. He corners Kendrick Moreland at Dowager Huggins’ Grand Ball and whisks her into the secluded library. One way or the other, he will know the reason the duplicitous beauty cut him from her life when she promised to wait forever. Will she fall into submission again and into Roane's loving arms? Cradle of Dreams, Whisper of Dreams and Scoundrel of Dreams are scorchingly hot and include an element of time travel. "Calypso" the time traveling feline appears in all three historical stories. Each story can be read as a stand-alone and do not contain a cliffhanger. Reviews: "Cradle of Dreams put my mind to rest on whether l would like this book at all just because of Keta’s writing, This story had quite a bit of romance in and the emotions that the characters had were well developed." 5 Stars "I wanted to stay in 1865 with Roane/Ryan, just as much as Kendrick/Kendra did. The author is a very talent writer and does a great job interlacing the past and present." 5 Stars "I read this book and could not put it down. I love these time travel romances." 5 Stars, Amazon reviewer |
Historical Romance/Erotic Romance
Sarah must get her son out of New Bern, North Carolina before he succumbs to an epidemic of yellow fever. Yankees have taken over the town and there is only one man capable of smuggling them out—Captain Elijah Fortune. Even though she betrayed him once, she appeals to the champion of her childhood for help. He’s more than happy to accommodate her, but the price of risking his life is steep. And the cost has nothing to do with money. Will she submit to save her son and also find lasting love? Each story can be read as a stand-alone with no cliffhangers. Reviews: "The author does an awesome job immersing the reader into a world from today's time and into an historical past and then back again as if you could of been day dreaming." 5 Star Read!" Queen Tutt Reviews "Diablo gets just the right amount of steamy scenes without making the book or its characters trashy. I loved the fact that it being so small can be read quickly during a lunch break or anytime you need a little splash of hot in your life." 5 Stars, All Night Reviews "This book will take you through the full range of emotions you'd expect from a larger novel. I mean it. You will laugh a bit, sweat, cuss, make you feel a bit worrisome and fearful... and you'll feel joy, love and hope. It's all there." 5 Stars, Fictional Candy Reviews |
Historical Romance/Erotic Romance
Bridger Cantrell breaks into Alcee Slayton’s study one night to steal some much-needed information. Imagine his surprise when he encounters Alcee’s youngest daughter, Lydia, rifling through her father’s desk drawers. What is the little minx up to and will it spoil his plans for revenge? He intends to find out and challenges her to a game of Quid Pro Quo. He soon discovers Lydia is no longer the little bookworm he remembers from his past but an enchanting, beguiling woman who steals not only his heart but his soul. Will she fall for his charms and into submission? Perhaps finding lasting love. Each story can be reas as a stand-alone with no cliffhangers. Reviews: "This is a delightful novella. The beginning of each story opens as a prologue in modern day America" 4.5 Stars, Written Love Reviews "Diablo wove a lovely tale between two soul mates who believed in the same things, were unafraid of getting their hands dirty for the greater good, and were passionate enough about their goals to not settle for second best." 4.5 Stars, Amazon reviewer "I thoroughly enjoyed this book. Unusual, fun and very sexy. Great story." 5 Stars, Petticoat Grandma Reviews |
Historical Romance/Erotic Romance
* 35 ‘Five’ Star Reviews * Special Content Alert: Voyeurism * RWA Molly Contest Finalist (Erotica category) * Red Carpet Review Top Award Nominee Determined to win Morgan Gatewood’s love, Olivia Breedlove lures the decadent man into a game of cat and mouse. What began as a ploy to force him to commit, tumbles into a world rife with voyeurism, submission and murder. Morgan must not only beat Olivia at her own game but stay one step ahead of the scheming vixen once the serial killer has her in his sights. Enter L’ Amour Immortelles, an affluent brothel, where no one is who they claim to be, and no one is safe. Enter the world of Decadent Deceptions where the hunted becomes the hunter to save the woman he loves. This novel is scorchingly hot and includes scenes of bondage. There is a HEA and no cliffhangers. Reviews: “Loved, loved, loved this book! Did I say I loved this book? I’m in awe of Keta Diablo’s gifted writing ability. She paints such vivid pictures with her words, and takes us into a beautiful romance with no lulls or heavy back story.": 5 Stars “Decadent Deceptions is a thoroughly sensuous historical erotic romance. Keta Diablo’s rich backgrounds set off the antics of her characters to perfection. With all the misunderstandings of a good romantic comedy and a terrifyingly menacing subplot, the reader will be entranced throughout." 4.75 Stars "The characters Ms. Diablo created were fun, witty and even zany at times. They were a joy to read and I found myself sad when the novel ended just because I loved the characters." 5 Stars |
Fantasy Romance/Erotic Romance
Kira Barton is a criminal profiler and Private Investigator. While investigating the deaths of three young women, the serial killer traps her in an abandoned building. With the phantom of death hovering over her, she's saved by an ethereal woman from another realm. Now she's running for her life from wild boars, shape-shifting panthers, masked assassins and a decadent Prince intent on saving her. Together, they battle an army of hardened warriors bent on destroying the kingdom of Locke Cress. But how do they fight this all-consuming love between them---a love that transcends time and crosses all boundaries? Reviews: "In Dust and Moonlight, Diablo brings Kira to another world in another time. A land where her father once lived. Kira has traded one battle for another and is faced with the chance at love that knows no bounds. Her desire to go home is at battle with the desire to stay wrapped in Balion's strong arms of love." 5 Stars "Dust and Moonlight is a captivating tale that includes magic, mystery, romance, betrayal, and, most importantly, love. I don’t normally like to read time travel books, but the way Ms. Diablo wrote the magical time travel scenes almost makes me believe it could really happen. This book is classified as an erotic romance and the sex is spine tingling." 5 Stars Dust and Moonlight is a definite 5 star read that I highly recommend to any one with a love for romance, fantasy, and time travel.” Heather's Reading Romance 5 Stars |
Historical Romance/Erotic Romance
23 Five-Star Reviews After her parents die in a fire, Sophia Whitfield struggles to save her beloved home, Arbor Rose. The Civil War has devastated the South, and another blue coat has come to steal her meager possessions. Before the hated enemy inflicts his destruction, she shoots him. And soon discovers the soldier is Gavin, the champion of her childhood. Gavin's dark secret lurks in Sophia’s future. When she discovers the truth, she's torn between a burning hunger for the man she truly loves and loyalty to Jesse, their childhood friend. The despicable acts of war have changed everything Sophia and Gavin once cherished. Yet somewhere deep in their hearts, the mystical Land of Falling Stars still exists. Reviews: "A complex, layered plot and conflicts add to this poignant tale of star-crossed love. Diablo has created a romance that manages to blend erotic romance, historical and many elements with a subtle maestro's touch." Chloe Watts, 5 Stars "Keta Diablo has penned a beautiful and haunting love story full of passion, deception, danger and the epic War between the states that will leave you breathless and longing for more! I loved this story from beginning to end!" Night Owl Romance Reviews – 4.75 Stars "The author pens a story that is unlike any other. I was torn during the reunion scenes and breathless during the chase scenes. I loved all the sub-stories and the minor characters that were such an integral part of the author's vision. Land of Falling Stars makes you believe in the possibility of retribution and the hope of finding your brass ring in the last place you look.". You NEED to Read – You Gotta read Reviews |
Historical Fiction/Time Travel/Shapeshifter
*Nominated for Best Romance by Authors After Dark * Book of the Month – Black Raven’s Café *Top Recommended Read – 3 Professional review sites *3-Part Series A decadent savage has captured Francesca DuVall and her brother Marsh. Now she spends every waking moment planning an escape from the camp of the brutal Dog Soldiers. Ethan Gray is a curator at a national museum... until he travels through time to help his beloved People. In the Cheyenne world he’s known as Meko, leader of the most revered tribe of the plains. Cultures and hearts battle, violence and death haunt the road ahead, but when kindred souls collide, anything is possible. From the windswept plains of Colorado to the placid life of a curator, their love is fueled by passion and kindled by destiny. Reviews: "5 stars for a well written story about the Cheyenne people . The plot revolving around a shape shifting warrior and a green eyed beauty will keep you on the edge of your seat. The story is well researched and filled with tender love scenes. A real treat for lovers of Native American romance." "Wow, wow, and WOW..this book was great!! The beauty of Keta Diablo's storytelling is she has you so swept up in all of the drama, the romance, the action and the suspense that you forget the fact that you aren't reading a book set in present day." 5 Stars "It's every bit as excellent as these other reviews say. It's clear that extensive research went into bringing life among the Cheyenne of the late 1800s into vivid reality. So if you like a well researched historical with plenty of romance and some passion, it would be a shame to miss this one." 5 Stars |
Clean Romance
Family bonds, malevolent schemes and passion collide in this sweet historical novel. Set in Minnesota during the Civil War and the Sioux uprising, this is the story of Rory Hudson, the exquisite Irish lass with an unbreakable spirit and the enigmatic Dawson Finch, a man bound by honor, duty and loyalty. When Dawson enlists in the army to bring peace to nation divided, Rory’s world plummets into a tailspin. War, distance and time separate them, but nothing can dispel the haunting memories of their love. Not even death can destroy their fierce passion or a love so strong it beats the odds of the impossible. Minnesota, civil war, Dakota uprising, romance, mystery, suspense Reviews: "There are themes and aspects of this story that I love, love, love. I am fascinated by the period of history surrounding the US Civil War. The Sioux uprising is also *very* sad (for a variety of reasons) and thoroughly compelling." 5 Stars " I enjoyed every minute of it, and would not hesitate to pick up another of Keta Diablo's books. I give this a firm five of five stars and urge you to give this book a try." 5 Stars "Bearing that in mind, I was very impressed. The characters were rich and full, immediately lovable and relatable. And yes, there were the typical romance scenes in the book, but this was so much more. I instantly loved the main character, Rory, and turned every page anxiously to see what was coming next. The story seemed very true to the times, and remembering the harsh reality of the civil war and the tribulations between the people who settled in the States and the Natives who were already here, there were moments when the story was heartbreaking and tough." 5 Stars. |
Clean Romance
In the continuing, thrilling saga of Dawson and Rory Finch, Dawson is sent by the army to chase hostiles across Dakota Territory. Rory nurtures their daughter through her first year of life while fighting the demons that plague her thoughts night and day …warning her of impending doom. When a letter arrives from the army, telling Rory that Dawson is missing in action and presumed dead, her world is shattered. Fending off pleas from her sister and husband to move on with her life, not to mention a marriage proposal from a determined suitor, Rory holds fast to what she knows in her heart...Dawson is still alive. Reviews: "Great historical romance!" 5 Stars "Great reading starting with SkyTtinted Water and Sky Dance were great reading loved them both . Always love happy ever after." 5 Stars |
Clean Romance
In Sky Tinted Water (Book 1) and Sky Dance (Book 2) you met Dawson and Rory Finch and shared in the journey of their love. Now, in Sky Dreams (Book 3), meet their daughter, Haven. In 1893, Haven Morgan is a young widow. Heartbroken and alone after her husband's tragic death, she travels to Cobb's Grove, Minnesota to teach at the country school. Her curiosity is piqued when she meets the handsome supervisor of the local lumber mill, Cade Kincannon, but the trauma of her husband's death haunts her days and torments her dreams. Can Cade break through the veil of darkness shrouding Haven, forge a path to her heart and convince her it's all right to love again? |
Historical Romance/Erotic Romance
A ghost haunts the halls of Stafford House. When Raine Brinsley arrives and accepts a position as a house servant, the ghost is determined to let Raine know who murdered her. Meanwhile, The lord of the manor, Derek Stafford, attempts to convince Raine to bear his child for a large sum of money. She needs the funds to return to her ailing grandfather in Maine and yet, something is terribly wrong at Stafford House...and possibly with the man himself. Derek and Lyman Stafford race against time to produce the first male heir in order to secure the title to Stafford House. The brothers will do anything to win…including murder. Will Raine submit to Derek's offer and live a life of luxury or will she meet the same fate as his late wife? Reviews: "An absolutely wonderful book. I was captivated and submerged from the beginning to the end. This is not your typical love story but nonetheless spellbinding. Diablo is a master when it comes to historical romance and has proven once again that she is a delightful storyteller." Blackrose Reviews, 5 Stars "Diablo did a brilliant job with this historical romance novel. It had great romantic conflict, a bit of mystery and suspense and subtle paranormal undertones. She had me on an emotional roller coaster and by the end I was surprised to find myself liking Derek a lot." Book of Secrets Reviews, 5 Stars "This romance will have you reading from beginning to end. The author wrote descriptive and emotional scenes, making it difficult to stop reading. If you love steamy romances with a twist of paranormal, you’ll want to read Sojourn with a Stranger." Paranormal Muse Blog, 5 Stars |
Contemporary Romance
Contemporary Romance/Paranormal
Do you believe in ghosts? Rooney Fontaine doesn't—or didn't until one named Stuart Granger shows up in her hotel room. Now the humorous, yet desperate, apparition is begging her to find the men who murdered him before his brother becomes their next victim. After serving three tours in Afghanistan and one in Iraq, Stephan Granger is no stranger to risk and peril. When a woman shows up at his house rambling about ghosts, murder and assassins, his first inclination is to deem her wrong in the head and send her packing. But how does she know things that happened to him and his dear departed brother in their childhoods, secrets they never shared with anyone? Soon after he invites her in to hear more about what really happened to Stuart, gunfire splits the air and shatters all the windows in the house. Someone is trying to kill them. Now they're on the run from assassins while trying to find out who killed his brother and why they want him dead too. Even amid murder and mayhem, sometimes you find love. |
Eli Trace and Hollis Rowan have been friends in the small town of Barrows since childhood. Their lives are changed forever when Stede Marrow rides in on his big shiny motorcycle. After he saves Eli from drowning in the creek, Eli introduces him to Hollis.
One look is all it took for Stede and Hollis to fall in love. Eli soon realizes he just crushed his own dreams of happiness and Stede wonders why he didn't just keep on riding down that road to nowhere. He's on the run from the law and to tell his new best friends the truth could put their lives in danger. Three For the Win is about a love triangle between two men who love the same woman and a woman who loves them both in her own way. And then there's the bullies of Barrows who won't tolerate a tough-as-nails stranger threatening the control and power they've held over the town for years. Danger twists and turns like a maze through Barrows and not everyone makes it out alive. |
Young Adult Contemporary
*Finalist* Independent Author Network 2015 Book Awards, Romance Category Would you forsake your mother to save the woman you love? Season Scrimshaw isn't selling the land her parents left her when they died, not even to the gorgeous Rann Brogan who saved her life in the forest. Especially not after she finds out he was in the woods surveying her property. Rann's mother, Charlotte, owns a large land development company. She wants Season’s property to put up a strip of luxurious, lakefront condos and Charlotte always gets what she wants. She sends Rann on a mission to seal the deal. To say Rann and his mother have had a normal mother/son relationship would be a stretch…a big stretch, but he’s always done her bidding. This time it’s different. Rann hasn’t been able to get the beautiful Season out of his mind. While on his mission to secure the property, he realizes how much Season loves the land, and…he realizes somewhere along the line, Season has stolen his heart. He soon discovers his mother will go to any length to get what she wants…including murder. Lives spiral out of control, secrets and lies take center stage. Rann is forced to choose between his mother and the woman he loves. And he’s forced to become as dangerous and as lethal as Charlotte. Love a lot of thriller with your romance? Love a lot romance with your thriller? How about suspense, betrayal and murder? If so, then Season, Unforgettable is for you. *A stand-alone Contemporary Romantic Suspense. .99 CENTS BUY LINK below! |