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You are invited to the wedding of the season…

Dear readers, I have NEWS. Romantic, bridal, lovely, funny, wonderful news. And I would just hate for you to miss out on the wedding of the season...Take a peek at the official invitation for the reading event you don't want to miss!

The 10K Tuesday Challenge

This writing gig isn’t just about words. There are numbers involved, too. And—gasp—math. 10K Tuesday is my mad dare to myself to see if I can write ten thousand words in one day.

Your First Look at The Wicked Wallflower

Check. It. Out. It's your very first look at The Wicked Wallflower. You'll meet Lady Emma, the Duke of Ashbrooke and their crazy predicament! PS: You have to like my FB page to see it. But you already do, don't you? :)

How social media helps me write historical romance novels

You won't believe how conversations on Twitter and Facebook that have helped me write my historical romance novels. Big THANK YOU to readers who have made suggestions--now check out and see if they made it into the books!

Must Reads! Headstrong heroines

This month I've been hooked on some very headstrong, capable heroines. Who am I kidding? I'm always a fan, whether in 1808 Spain, 1830 Scotland, or present day Chicago. And especially when they find strong, smart and handsome heroes.

Why I Write Romance Novels

I’m currently at work on my eighth novel (!) and I’m finding each book is more challenging than the last to write (Lordy, how many times can I write a waltz or a first kiss!?). But the events last week reminded me why I stick with it. With each book, I put a little more happiness into the world.

My top 3 tips for WordPress bloggers

Check out this guest post with author Jill Archer where I share the top three easy tips for making your own website. File under: stuff I learned the hard way.

Price Drop! Pre-order The Wicked Wallflower for a crazy low price*

I am delighted to report that I have all sorts of Wonderful Wicked Wallflower news, including a crazy low price* and The Title That Almost Was.

Are you on the list?

Have you signed up for my monthly newsletter? If not (gasp!), here are the top 5 reasons you probably want to...(Also, this adorable kitten! Just because!)

Must Reads: Heroines triumphing over trouble.

This months book recommdations: heroines facing all kinds of trouble and a guidebook to being a kick ass heroine in real life. A bit of romance, a bit of real life reporting and a lot of happy reading.