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Mr. Wicked featured in Popsugar!!

Mr. Wicked was featured in Popsugar's 13 Sinfully Sexy Novels for your Ereader this February!!! 

It was an honor to be included with so many other amazing reads! Check out the full list HERE! 

Cover Reveal!!! Under His Ink!

Under His Ink Cover Reveal!!

He's a mob prince, she's the woman who got away with his heart, and the only one he can trust...

I've been teasing everyone about this one since Mr. Ruin came out and I have been holding onto this cover since November!! Once you see it you'll know how hard that was. 

I've wanted to scream about this cover and this story from the rooftops since I started working on it, but first the cover.

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Mr. Wicked is HERE!

Grim and Frankie are finally here!!! 

She's hated me since high school...

Francesca "Frankie" Archer is the smart-mouthed rich girl who worked her way into my heart back in high school. Our one date turned into a nightmare and we've been at each other's throat ever since. 

But a few cocktails and a shared hotel suite later, and what she’s chalking up to a one night stand is more.

If I can show her everything I’ve learned about pleasure since we’ve been apart, maybe I can convince her to remain in my bed.


Mr. Wicked is a 57,000 word second chance, enemies to lovers romance.

[Recipe Time!] Chocolate Lava Cake <3

As you know, when I'm writing and I need a break, I bust out the cupcake tins, cookie sheets and and ALL the sugar. One of my fav treats when we have some dark chocolate around the house are Chocolate Lava Cakes! I don't have any pics of the inside because I might have gobbled this up so quickly I forgot...

Check out the recipe below! 

The thing I love about these is that they are soooo easy to make. Almost too easy, like wake up at midnight and sneak a few easy! 

Click HERE for the whole recipe! 

Ingredients

Baking spray, for spraying custard cups1 stick butter 2 ounces bittersweet chocolate 2 ounces semisweet chocolate 1 1/4 cups powdered sugar 2 whole eggs 3 egg yolks 1 teaspoon vanilla 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Spray four custard cups with baking spray and place on a baking sheet.

Microwave the butter, bittersweet chocolate and semisweet chocolate in a large bowl on high until the butter is melted, about 1 minute. Whisk until the chocolate is also melted. Stir in the sugar until well blended. Whisk in the eggs and egg yolks, then add the vanilla. Stir in the flour. Divide the mixture among the custard cups.

Bake until the sides are firm and the centers are soft, about 13 minutes. Let stand 1 minute. Invert on individual plates while warm and serve with vanilla ice cream.

Enjoy and don't burn your lips on that delicious delicious molten chocolate. Not that I did that or anything...

 

Cover Reveal Time!! Mr. Wicked!

Mr. Wicked Cover Reveal! 

Enemies since high school, but one drunken night after their best friend's wedding changed everything...

Sometimes you start a story and you know which side characters will be getting their own stories and which ones won't. Frankie and Grim came to me over time, growing on me every day until their story unfolded clearly in my mind. 

Their backstory is equal parts tragic and beautiful. Bright as a sunny morning with lows that will have you in tears. It's a story that will have you laughing, crying and panting for more, so get ready for Frankie and Grim on February 6th! 

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He's read to ruin you! Killian Thorne is HERE!!

 



























 

You hated him in Mr. Control, now it's your turn to fall for Killian Thorne. He's out for revenge and there's nothing that will stop him...except for her! 

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They were wrong—revenge is a dish best served hot.

They call me the Boardroom Bastard.
A bastard out for vengeance.
No one messes with Killian Thorne.

Then Rachel shows up.

She’s the most beautiful woman I’ve ever seen. Luscious curves. An ass I wanna smack and squeeze. No man has ever touched her the way I do, and she’s making me feel things I’ve never felt before.. 

But she works for my greatest enemy, and destroying him means taking her down too. 

She’s ruined me for all other women. Will I ruin her too?

Mr. Ruin is a scorching 65,000 word romance featuring a spunky heroine and the sexy alpha who can't get enough of her.

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[Recipe Time!] Mini Apple Pies! All the Cinnamon Deliciousness :)

 Bring on the Cinnamon!!

Aren't they so puurty?! And they were damn good too!

Apples, lemon juice, sugar, flour, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, all spice, vanilla extract and BUTTER!!!

Mix it all up and stick it in a nice flaky pie crust :) 

Aren't they so cute!?!

 

And now for the recipe! You can find the full one here as well as some of the bakers' tips. I always wanted to bake growing up, but there never seemed to be enough time, space or ingredients, so I indulge now as much as I can. 

Here's something weird about me. I like apple pie crust and the flavor, but I HATE baked apples!! So weird, I know! I'll have to write that into a character of mine soon...

Instructions
 To make the crust: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.Work in the shortening until the mixture is evenly crumbly. Dice the butter into 1/2" pieces, and cut into the mixture until you have flakes of butter the size of a dime.Add the water 2 tablespoons at a time, mixing with a fork as you sprinkle the water into the dough. When the dough is moist enough to hold together when you squeeze it, transfer it to a piece of wax or parchment paper. It's OK if there are some dry spots in the pile. Use a spray bottle of water to lightly spritz these places; that way you'll add just enough water to bring the dough together without creating a wet spot.Fold the dough over on itself three or four times to bring it together, then divide it into two pieces, one about twice as large as the other. The larger piece will be the bottom crust; the smaller piece, the top crust. Pat each piece of dough into a disk about 3/4" thick.Roll each disk on its edge, like a wheel, to smooth out the edges. This step will ensure your dough will roll out evenly, without a lot of cracks and splits at the edges later. Wrap in plastic and refrigerate for 30 minutes before rolling.Preheat the oven to 425°F.Lightly grease a 9" pie pan that's at least 2" deep. This will make serving the pie easier after it's baked.To make the filling: Combine the sliced apples and lemon juice in a large mixing bowl.In a small bowl, whisk together the sugar, flour, cornstarch, salt, and spices. Sprinkle the mixture over the apples, and stir to coat them. Stir in the boiled cider (or apple juice concentrate) and the vanilla, if you choose to use it.Roll the larger piece of pastry into a 13" circle. Transfer it to the prepared pan, and trim the edges so they overlap the rim of the pan by an inch all the way around.Spoon the apple filling into the pan. Dot the top with the diced butter.Roll out the remaining pastry to an 11" circle. Carefully place the pastry over the apples. Bring the overhanging bottom crust up and over the top crust, pinching to seal the two and making a decorative crimp. Prick the crust all over with a fork, to allow steam to escape. Or cut decorative vent holes, if desired. Alternatively, you can weave a lattice.For extra crunch and shine, brush the top crust with milk (or an egg white beaten with 1 tablespoon of water), and sprinkle with coarse sugar.Crimp the edges of the pie, then place it in the refrigerator for 10 minutes to firm up the crust while the oven finishes heating.Place the pie on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake the pie for 20 minutes, then reduce the oven temperature to 375°F and bake for 40 minutes more, until you see the filling bubbling inside the pie (and perhaps dripping onto the parchment). Check the pie after half an hour of baking time, and cover the edges with foil or a pie shield to keep them from browning too quickly, if necessary.When the pie is done — you should see the filling bubbling vigorously, either around the edges, or via any decorative vents — remove it from the oven.Cool the pie completely before slicing — really. Cutting any fruit pie that's still warm is a messy business. The filling continues to thicken as the pie cools, and if you cut it too soon it will run out all over the place. It's better to bake the pie in advance, cool it completely, then warm each slice as needed after it's been cut.Store any leftover pie, lightly covered, at room temperature for several days. Freeze for longer storage.

 

Ingredients

CRUST

2 1/2 cups King Arthur Unbleached All-Purpose Flour3/4 teaspoon salt1/3 cup vegetable shortening8 tablespoons (1/2 cup) cold unsalted butter7 to 10 tablespoons ice water

FILLING

8 cups peeled, cored, sliced apples2 tablespoons lemon juice3/4 cup sugar2 tablespoons King Arthur Unbleached All-Purpose Flour2 tablespoons cornstarch or Instant ClearJel1/4 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon *1/4 teaspoon nutmeg*1/4 teaspoon allspice*1/4 cup boiled cider or undiluted apple juice concentrate2 teaspoons vanilla extract, optional2 tablespoons butter, diced in small pieces*Substitute 1 1/2 teaspoons apple pie spice, if desired.

Have you read the Mr. Control Extended Epilogue!?!

If you're looking for a little more time with Mel, Rhys and Esme, you're in luck! If you missed the extended epilogue in the back of the book, here's your chance!! 

Spend another day with Rhys and Mel! 

[Baking Time!] Peanut Butter Cupcakes!!!

 The Chocolate and Peanut Butter Deliciousness You've Been Waiting For!!



























 

This recipe is a mouth watering, chocolate and peanut butter overload! You have been warned! And it's also addictive, so make sure you don't sit with these for too long alone or you will devour the ENTIRE tray! 

I loved this recipe the first time I made it and I've loved it ever since. The original recipe was for a cake, but she also does cupcakes and it's a great way to up the peanut butter cup intake because you always needed more Reese's Cups! LOLOL! 

Check out the full recipe HERE! 

Mr. Control Is LIVE!!

 



























 

Rhys and Melanie are finally here!! I can't tell you how happy I am to finally introduce you to their story! Mel has had a hard life and things go from bed to worse the day she meets Rhys Thayer. He might have all the money in the world, but he's been missing the one thing in his life to make him whole. 

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She’s the one woman I should stay away from, but I can’t help myself...

They say being a billionaire has its perks, but I hardly notice. After being widowed, my beautiful little girl is the most important thing to me. Esme hasn’t spoken to anyone but me since her mother’s death. When she goes missing, I’m thisclose to losing it.

When Esme turns up safe and sound with a cute waitress, I’m ready to give the lady a reward and be on our way, but then Esme speaks to her. It’s simple, a mere “thank you”, but I know I can’t let the waitress get away.

Melanie is nothing like the women who throw themselves at me. Her big brown eyes take my breath away from the minute I lay eyes on her. She fills out her pink waitress uniform with curves I can’t wait to get my hands on. I can’t get her out of my head.

Melanie’s bringing my little girl out of her shell, which means she’s strictly off limits. But having her under my roof and close enough to touch is too much of a temptation. My legendary control is beginning to slip and I don’t know how much longer I can resist breaking every rule I have.

Mr. Control is a HOT romance with heart that will tug at your heartstrings, melt your panties, and leave you begging for more. HEA included! This single dad romance is approximately 62,000 words!

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