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Books sales!

If you hadn't already seen on SM, I've got book sales happening this month.

Vintage: A Vampire Romance
Only You for the Holidays
Both ebooks are on sale for only 0.99.
Vintage is at Amazon and in KU; Only You for the Holidays is offered wide.

AND, my publisher, Evernight Publishing, is running a Christmas Romance sale. Each day a selection of romances will be only 0.99.
https://www.evernightpublishing.com

My holiday romance at Evernight, Rory's Christmas Angel, will be featured on Wednesday, Dec. 11th, so be sure to get your copy (if you haven't already) from either Evernight's site or Amazon.
Rory's Christmas Angel

Enjoy!

Catching up...

And here I am, yet again, playing catch up.
I've been neglectful here, letting other tasks and platforms take priority.
Sadly, I hadn't been receiving any updates on authors/reviewers I follow, not knowing something about the notifications had changed. So, I asked about it in the community forum, and sure enough, when I went to my notifications, nothing was 'checked' for me to receive the emails.
Don't ya hate when that happens?
Regardless, there is news to share!

The launch of Volume 2 of the Heroes, Holidays, and Hope charity anthology is underway. This collection of military romances set around Halloween and a few into Christmas can be ordered in digital and print format.
Heroes, Holidays, and Hope
These stories are fantastic reading any time of the year. Sales benefit Soldiers' Angels.
https://soldiersangels.org

I'm deep into my newest shifter romance project and am on track to complete in plenty of time for the submission deadline of 12/31.
Then I'll work on two wedding-themed romances; one of which I already started when my shifter story wasn't cooperating.

I don't think I'll ever run out of story ideas; it's just finding the time to get them all writ! ;)

Hope you're enjoying your time leading up to Christmas and New Years.

Until next time, be well.

Happy release day to holiday romances.

The Winter Wishes and Holiday Kisses collection is here!
Winter Wishes and Holiday Kisses: A Limited Edition of Hot Holiday Romance
This limited release anthology is filled with twenty steamy holiday romances, including mine, Let's Make It Forever.
I'm excited for readers to enjoy each and every story! And we authors would love to hear your thoughts. ;)

And speaking of limited releases, there's still time to get the Beyond Courage collection, which will only be available through the end of this month.
Beyond Courage: A Limited Edition Collection of Military Romance

While I celebrate another release, my mind continues to move forward. I stalled with writing my shifter story, so I turned to another, and it's flowing well. Having fun with a wedding themed romcom that'll release next June.
Send good vibes that I can break through the wall and give my shifter and his mate a worthy story.

Hope you're finding time to relax as we approach the holiday season. Remember to breathe and enjoy!

Books & Holiday Card orders

Hi reader!
With the holidays quickly approaching, I'm offering signed paperbacks for sale directly from me. Each order comes with free goodies.
If you're interested or know of someone else who may be, here's my order form:
https://forms.gle/rRJz6PFkhxHJqUkU9

Also, I'm starting a Holiday Card order form for my US readers. International readers are VERY welcome to fill out for a special email holiday greeting. Cards are limited, so don't miss out. Once I've reached my limited, the form will close for this year. Here it is:
https://forms.gle/vfwyekXkRinEHxrN6

I appreciate each and every one of my readers! Thanks for being a part of this journey!

My best!

New month ~ new promos

Hi reader!
Hope November is starting off well for you.
With this new month, I've got new book sales and promotions for you to peruse.
Hope you find awesome romances to fill your eReader.

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https://books.bookfunnel.com/ravenous...

https://books.bookfunnel.com/get_sexy...

https://books.bookfunnel.com/Christma...

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Thrilling news!

Hi, reader!
I've got two bits of thrilling news for you this week.

First: I was elated and honored to have my vampire novella, Vintage, awarded 3rd place in The BookFest Fall Book Awards.
https://www.thebookfest.com/award_ent...
I'm so excited for readers to discover (or rediscover) this epic tale about a love that transcends time.
This story was originally part of a shared world, and when that world dissolved, I changed the cover and re-released. It's a story I dearly love, and have been more than tickled to hear readers loving it as well!
If you haven't indulged, grab your copy at Amazon or in Kindle Unlimited.

Second: I'm inviting you to join a FB Halloween party this Thursday, on Halloween! MANY authors will be engaging with readers and offering prizes to win. Come join us in Kerry's Kindred Spirits group.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/kerry...

ARCs of my holiday romance, Let's Make It Forever, have been sent to readers. I'm still waiting for responses from others. This is my grumpy/sunshine, forced-proximity romance that is in the Winter Wishes and Holiday Kisses collection, releasing in two weeks. It's still available for preorder for only 0.99. Twenty stories for a buck! ;)
Winter Wishes and Holiday Kisses: A Limited Edition of Hot Holiday Romance

Formatting had concluded for Heroes, Holidays, and Hope Volume 2, which releases 12/6. Preorder the ebook... or if you want a big book in-hand, print will be available on release day. It's a beauty!
Heroes, Holidays, and Hope

And to wrap it up, I've begun my next project: a shifter romance containing a touch of mythology and folklore. I'll have more details to come...

Until next time, have a wonderful Halloween, a Blessed Samhain, and a lovely start to November.
xo

ARCs and more...

Hi reader!

I'm back after a lovely getaway with hubby; the perfect recharge we both needed.
And now I'm ready to jump back in!

I'm sending out ARCs for my holiday romance, Let's Make It Forever, which is featured in the Winter Wishes and Holiday Kisses collection. I hope readers will love this grumpy/sunshine, forced proximity romcom.
Winter Wishes and Holiday Kisses: A Limited Edition of Hot Holiday Romance

I'm starting on my next writing project, and I'll tease you with a few vague details:
shifters
NYC
folklore & mythology
And of course, spicy romance
Enticed? I'm anxious to see where I can take this!

Here are this month's book promos and sales:

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Enjoy your week and happy reading!

Hello, October

Chapter 10 of 12 ~ here we go!
October brings many exciting happenings:
*Formatting Heroes, Holidays, and Hope Volume 2
*Starting a surprise writing project in a shared world I can't wait to reveal
*A much-needed getaway for me and hubby
*Sending out ARCs for my holiday romance that'll be in the Winter Wishes and Holiday Kisses collection releasing next month.
*Planning for two more writing projects within the first half of 2025
And this is just for starters! ;)
What are your plans as we head into the final quarter of the year?
What books are you loving? Looking forward to?
I've got several in my TBR and more on the way I'm very much looking forward to... just have to find the time to get to them.

Turning to talk of newsletters... are you a subscriber? What do you like to see from authors?
I've typically been sending once a week, and that will probably continue through October before moving to twice a month beginning in November. I want to make them worthwhile, giving readers a reason to open every one. I share writing and release updates, book promotions and recommendations, and the occasional snippet/teaser. I want to start offering bonus content to my loyal readers and get back to random giveaways as a thank you for your support.
Visit my website to sign up and receive my Military Romance Collection Volume 1 for free.
Or click the link below if you'd like adorable bookmarks.
https://bookhip.com/JAQNFNG

Enjoy your week and find some awesome reads!

Wrapping up September

Hey, reader!
Fall is here and I'm already wishing the change would slow down. I love the gorgeous colors this time of year brings, but it always seems to pass too quickly. So, enjoy while I can, right?

If you want to take advantage of the final days for book promos and sales, I've got many to share:
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Hope you're enjoying terrific reads!
xo

Writing continues on more military romance

The launch of Beyond Courage, the military romance collection, has been tremendous.
I wanted to thank the readers and reviewers for raving about the stories and taking the time to post the reviews. It truly does an author's heart good to see that.
Beyond Courage: A Limited Edition Collection of Military Romance

After submitting my holiday romance story, I'm on to the next WIP. And no surprise, it's another military romance for the Heroes, Holidays, and Hope Volume 2 anthology. My progress has been slow and steady, and I'm loving the direction it's taking.
This anthology will release 12/6 and sales will benefit Soldiers' Angels.
Heroes, Holidays, and Hope
https://soldiersangels.org

Once I complete this current WIP, I have three more stories to write for submission between 12/1-5/1/25. So, yeah, plenty to keep me busy! I'm fortunate to have the time to devote to my writing.
I'm also hoping to sneak in a bonus or two for my readers... Is there a storyline you need to have more of? A couple or character you think deserves their story? Let me know!
I have plenty of ideas but would love to hear your thoughts.

It's may seem a bit early to say, but with the subtle changes we're already seeing here in the PNW, Autumn is pretty much here. So, happy Fall, Ya'll!

xo