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July 22, 2025
Confessions of a Hybrid Author: Wisdom, Wobbles & the Write Life
Ever wondered what it’s like to live life between the lines—literally? In the latest episode of Long Story Short, we pull back the curtain on the publishing world to let you in on the beautifully messy, rewarding, and evolving journey of being both a traditionally published and indie author.
This episode is for:
New writers wondering what the heckMid-career authors questioning if the hustle is worth itAnyone who’s stared at a blinking cursor and whispered, “Am I doing this right?”
Highlights from the Episode:The Hybrid Hustle: Let’s dish on what it really means to be a hybrid author.Publishing Unfiltered: The myths, the mistakes, the moments of “I should quit”… and why I didn’t.Writer Fuel: Encouragement so real and relatable, it might just be the pep talk your writing soul needs today.
Why You Should Watch:Because this isn’t just about publishing—it’s about perseverance. Whether you’re in your first draft or your fifteenth release, your journey is valid, the struggle is shared, and the story is always worth telling.
Watch the episode here: Long Story Short – Heather’s Publishing Journey
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July 15, 2025
Do the Books Slap? Spoiler: It’s All About the Story.
Let’s be real: reader engagement isn’t just about Discord servers, behind-the-scenes tidbits, or shiny bonus content.
Those are 
fun—but if the story’s not hitting? Readers bounce.
In this spicy episode of Long Story Short, we spill the tea:
The real magic starts with the book.
No gimmicks. Just great storytelling that makes readers want more.
We get into:
The reader connection that starts on page one
The messy, glorious highs and lows of writingWhat actually keeps fans coming back (hint: it’s not just the freebies 
)Writers, readers, lurkers—we see you. You’ll love this one.
New episodes drop weekly. Subscribe for your weekly hit of story-fueled truth bombs.
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July 10, 2025
✨ What If… Everything Changed? A New Untouchable Twist, Exclusively on Patreon!
Hey Readers,
What if the story you know is just one path we followed?
What if Frankie’s story started somewhere entirely different… and everything unraveled from there?
I’m thrilled to share something special I’ve been working on for the past year:
“Rules, Roses, and Rivals” — Book 1 in a brand new twist on the Untouchable universe, available exclusively on Patreon.
This isn’t a sequel. It’s not a deleted scene.
This is a full “What if” reimagining of Untouchable — based on the direction I almost took the first time around.
New chapters are posted Tuesdays and Thursdays. Saturdays are saved for more behind the scenes fun!
So what’s the twist?Imagine this:
Frankie meets Mathieu over the summer—before senior year ever begins.
They’re already in a relationship when the school year kicks off.
That one decision? Changes everything.
Her dynamic with her so-called best friends.
Her choices, her confidence, her place in that complicated social web.
Every familiar moment starts to twist, evolve, or completely derail.
It’s bold. It’s raw. It’s Frankie like you’ve never seen her—stronger, sharper, and walking into senior year on her own terms.
Why Patreon?This story is personal. It’s something I’ve explored deeply and wanted to share in a more intimate, behind-the-scenes way. Patreon gives us space to dig into the Untouchable world from a fresh angle, and connect over every twist and emotional gut-punch together.
So if you’ve ever wondered “What if Frankie had made a different choice?”
Now’s your chance to find out.
Read “Chapter One” now, only on Patreon.
Become a Patron & Dive In
Thanks for loving these characters as fiercely as I do. I can’t wait to hear what you think of this brand new version of their story.
With love (and plot twists),
Heather
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June 27, 2025
Locked. Loaded. Unstoppable. The Blood Brothers Return in OWN.
She was rescued from a nightmare.
Now she’s willing to walk through fire to finish what they started.
The third book in the gripping Blood Brothers series is here. If you haven’t read Burn and Lure, now’s the time to catch up—because the stakes are only getting higher, the truths more twisted, and Grace’s path more dangerous than ever.
Previously in Blood Brothers:
After being saved from traffickers, Grace thought freedom was next. What she got instead was a covert ops team on a mission—and one man in particular who sees her as both liability and puzzle. As the team chased leads from Mexico to Montana to Paris, Grace was forced to confront not only the shadows of her past, but her growing connection to every single one of the men on this team, including Bones—the team’s coldest and most ruthless member.
Now, in OWN:
“The closer I get to the truth, the further away it feels.”
Grace is done waiting. Her sister is still missing. The team is fractured. Now it’s just her and Bones—stubborn, infuriating Bones—on the run.
What happens next? Grab your copy and find out!
Enemies are closing in. Loyalties are tested. And Grace is about to find out just how far she’s willing to go to bring all of them home…
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June 10, 2025
🎉 10 YEARS. 4 CITIES. 8 VIP TICKETS. This Is NOT a Drill! 🎉
Wild and Windy is turning the big 
, and we’re celebrating the only way we know how—with a MASSIVE VIP GIVEAWAY that spans all four Wild and Windy locations! 
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This is your chance to experience Wild and Windy like never before—early access, exclusive perks, and all the bookish energy you can handle.
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Fill out this form One entry per person Cross your fingers & start packing those bags!
Let’s make this 10-year anniversary UNFORGETTABLE. 
Winners get the VIP treatment. The rest? Just FOMO. 
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June 9, 2025
The Wait Is Over: OWN’s Cover Reveal Will Leave You Breathless
The truth is slipping through her fingers—and this time, no one is playing fair.
OWN (Blood Brothers, Book 3) is almost here… and it’s time to show you the cover that matches the danger, the obsession, and the reckoning that’s coming. 
As always, Stephanie Heinritz slays!!
The closer I get to the truth, the further away it feels. Every step I take is met with resistance—not just from the monsters still chasing me, but from the very men who have sworn to protect me. Especially Bones.
Cold. Controlled. Ruthless.
He watches me like I’m the problem he’s been ordered to solve, not the woman desperate to find her missing sister. And maybe I am the problem—because I won’t stop. Not for him. Not for anyone.
But when a lead surfaces, one so risky even I can’t believe I’m willing to chase it, he doesn’t shut me down.
He should. Especially when the others are so violently opposed.
Instead, he offers help. Conditions attached. Motives unclear.
For once, Bones and I are on the same page, even if that page is stained with blood. Maybe he wants me to fail. Maybe he wants me gone. Or maybe, somewhere under all that armor, he understands what it means to lose someone and not be able to let go.
Either way, I’m taking the chance. Because this might be my last shot at finding Amorette before she disappears forever.
And if I have to break every rule—and every heart—to get to her, then so be it.
Releasing June 27th!
Because some obsessions don’t end—they ignite.
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June 6, 2025
Three Men. One Missing Woman. And a Dark Secret You’ll Never See Coming…
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What happens when a sniper, a thief, and a mercenary team up to find a woman they’ve never met—but would burn the world to protect?
In Talk to Me, Book 1 of The Switchboard Duet, elite operator Patch disappears without a trace. Now, three deadly men from her past will risk everything to track her down… and unravel a web of secrets, betrayal, and slow-burn obsession along the way.
This is dark romantic suspense with teeth—perfect for fans of brooding morally gray heroes, high-stakes danger, and twisty emotional heat.
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April 30, 2025
🎉 Release Day Alert! 🎉 Roll Out the Red Carpet—She’s Royal Now!
SOME LIKE IT ROYAL is BACK and better than ever!
It’s the role she never saw coming…
Alyx Dagmar’s barely scraping by—living in her car, waiting tables, and definitely not dreaming of castles. But when a self-made billionaire with a plan (and cheekbones that could cut glass) claims she’s his secret to royal success, things take a turn toward tiaras, tabloids, and some seriously fake PDA.
Fake fiancée. Real feelings.
Daniel Voldakov needs a high-society connection, and Alyx—thanks to her mysterious lineage—might just be his way in. But as sparks fly and the cameras roll, what started as a business deal turns into something a little more… storybook.
What to expect:
Forced Proximity Fake Dating Shenanigans A Secret Princess Hot Nerd Billionaire Vibes Princess Lessons & Plenty of Swoon
This beloved romcom from Heather Long returns with new scenes, a fresh polish, and all the royal chemistry you could ask for. If you love your love stories with humor, heart, and a tiara or two, Some Like It Royal is your next royal binge.
Book One of the “Going Royal” series—each a new couple, same romantic charm!
Start your royal escape today → https://books2read.com/goingroyal1
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April 28, 2025
📣🔥 You Won’t Believe Who’s Narrating BURN on Audio! (Preorder Now!) 🔥📣
Hey Blood Brothers fans,
It’s finally happening—BURN, the book that fanned the flames is coming to audio! Whether you’re new to the series or ready to relive the heat, now you can experience every twist, betrayal, and blood-soaked bond in surround sound. 
Even better? The narration is next-level. (Spoiler: Their voices might just make you fall in love all over again).
Preorder BURN on audio now and be first to listen the second it drops!
There’s a sample available for you to listen to right now on the Burn page!
Trust us, this is one you’ll want echoing in your ears…
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April 18, 2025
TODAY IS THE DAY! BLOOD Brothers Return with LURE!
I am stoked to be here and celebrating the release of Lure, the second of five books in the BLOOD Brothers series. This is a series that should be read in order so if you have not read Burn, please pause and begin there. If you are curious about where the BLOOD Brothers story came from, I shared some background on that in the foreword of Burn. Be sure to read the foreword of Lure not only for a quick refresher of the events in book one, but also to find the trigger warnings and other notes.
Of all the dreams I’d ever chased, the last thing I expected was for a nightmare to be the one that came true.
I’m no stranger to survival. I’ve always acted a lot tougher than I am, but I’m a big believer in fake it until you make it. But even I couldn’t imagine the relentless pursuit of my former kidnappers, and the only thing standing in their way are four calculating and dangerous men.
Each time I think I’ve found some measure of relief, a new danger threatens to suffocate me. It’s not just about who I can trust anymore. No, everyone has an agenda—even me. Why else would I find myself attracted to the men who are keeping me prisoner?
More unsettling, these handsome, complicated men with fire in their eyes that burns hot and cold, do not appear to be in any hurry to let me go. It’s not up to them. It can’t be.
Not when I need answers. Not when I need to find my sister. Not when every moment that passes is an eternity that pushes her farther and farther away from me. I refuse to bow to anyone or anything.
I’d rather end up a casualty of the hunt than be kept hostage “for my own good” no matter how sexy my jailers are. In this twisted tableau of danger, desire, and deceit, I will take any risk to find her no matter what it costs me.
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