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August 4, 2016
Today Only Sale!
OH MY GOSH!!! Heads up, everybody. TODAY ONLY! The digital audio of NATURAL BORN CHARMER is a NOOK Audio Daily Find for $3.99!!!! Normal price is $19.49. That is a bargain. Woo hoo!!! http://bit.ly/2aveAsC

Published on August 04, 2016 06:21
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July 27, 2016
Meet Piper Dove and Book Tour Details
Click on the following link to see Susan's latest newsletter.
http://www.writerspace.com/newsletter...
THE SEP FIRST STAR BOOK TOUR!
Illinois, Ohio, Missouri, Michigan, Iowa, Kentucky, and back to Ohio
Dear Friends,
Do you like my new look? I'm thinking about wearing it on the FIRST STAR I SEE TONIGHT book tour. http://susanelizabethphillips.com/app...
Yes, a new Chicago Stars book. (If you're new to the series, no worries. You can easily plunge right in.)
You met Cooper Graham, the hard-headed, driven, and—okay—luscious hero of FIRST STAR I SEE TONIGHT in my last newsletter, but you haven't heard much about the woman who's going to turn his world upside down, right along with her own.
Piper Dove is a heroine I've been wanting to write for a long time—a woman with an arsenal of traditional male skills. She can shoot, she's proficient at martial arts, she's trained in offensive and defensive driving, and she's desperate for success. A little too desperate?
Piper and Coop's story comes out on August 23. If you haven't already pre-ordered, here's your chance.
And...if you want to meet me in person—surely you do because I definitely want to meet you—here's my tour schedule.
Get ready! Here you go... Meet Piper Dove. http://susanelizabethphillips.com/mee...
Happy reading,
Susan Elizabeth Phillips
P.S. I've finally figured out how to use Twitter, so if you're a fan, join me there, as well as on Instagram at @SEPAUTHOR. And, of course, on Facebook, where I never know what I'm going to post from one day to the next.
https://www.facebook.com/SusanElizabe...
https://twitter.com/sepauthor
https://www.instagram.com/SEPauthor/
http://susanelizabethphillips.com/new...
Susan Elizabeth Phillips
http://www.writerspace.com/newsletter...
THE SEP FIRST STAR BOOK TOUR!
Illinois, Ohio, Missouri, Michigan, Iowa, Kentucky, and back to Ohio
Dear Friends,
Do you like my new look? I'm thinking about wearing it on the FIRST STAR I SEE TONIGHT book tour. http://susanelizabethphillips.com/app...
Yes, a new Chicago Stars book. (If you're new to the series, no worries. You can easily plunge right in.)
You met Cooper Graham, the hard-headed, driven, and—okay—luscious hero of FIRST STAR I SEE TONIGHT in my last newsletter, but you haven't heard much about the woman who's going to turn his world upside down, right along with her own.
Piper Dove is a heroine I've been wanting to write for a long time—a woman with an arsenal of traditional male skills. She can shoot, she's proficient at martial arts, she's trained in offensive and defensive driving, and she's desperate for success. A little too desperate?
Piper and Coop's story comes out on August 23. If you haven't already pre-ordered, here's your chance.
And...if you want to meet me in person—surely you do because I definitely want to meet you—here's my tour schedule.
Get ready! Here you go... Meet Piper Dove. http://susanelizabethphillips.com/mee...
Happy reading,
Susan Elizabeth Phillips
P.S. I've finally figured out how to use Twitter, so if you're a fan, join me there, as well as on Instagram at @SEPAUTHOR. And, of course, on Facebook, where I never know what I'm going to post from one day to the next.
https://www.facebook.com/SusanElizabe...
https://twitter.com/sepauthor
https://www.instagram.com/SEPauthor/
http://susanelizabethphillips.com/new...

Susan Elizabeth Phillips
Published on July 27, 2016 14:22
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June 8, 2016
Meet Cooper Graham...FIRST STAR I SEE TONIGHT Sneak Peek

Dear Friends,
No, my friends. It didn't work. I tried to bribe my publisher to move up the publication date of FIRST STAR I SEE TONIGHT to—let's say—tomorrow, but they are un-bribable. I even offered to lend them Mr. Bill for the summer, but they gave me that fishy-eyed look that said I'd gone too far. Ah, well, their loss.
So, August 23 it is.
While we're waiting, let me introduce you to Cooper Graham, the hero of FIRST STAR I SEE TONIGHT. And what a hero he is! Hard-headed, stubborn, driven, and—okay—luscious.
If you haven't already pre-ordered FIRST STAR I SEE TONIGHT, here's your chance. http://susanelizabethphillips.com/fir...
And now...meet Cooper Graham....
http://susanelizabethphillips.com/fir...
Happy reading,
Susan Elizabeth Phillips
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Published on June 08, 2016 09:38
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May 18, 2016
FIRST STAR I SEE TONIGHT - Kirkus Review

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Published on May 18, 2016 10:42
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May 5, 2016
"The book was a rule-breaker written by an author (me!) who has always been a rule-follower." - Susan Elizabeth Phillips
Want to find out why IT HAD TO BE YOU, the first Chicago Stars book, was a rule breaker? (And, no, we're not just talking about that "demented" scene at the convenience store.) http://avonromance.com/book-rule-brea...
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Published on May 05, 2016 19:18
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February 19, 2016
FIRST STAR I SEE TONIGHT Cover Designer Interview
First Star I See Tonight
It's done! Here's the gorgeous cover of my new Chicago Stars book, FIRST STAR I SEE TONIGHT, which will be available on August 23rd. Yes, my husband, aka Mr. Bill, is the one who came up with the title. (FYI, he also titled MATCH ME IF YOU CAN.)
Ever wonder how book covers are created? I had a few questions for the designer of the FIRST STAR I SEE TONIGHT cover. She's shy, so I'll call her "Frida," in honor of one of my favorite artists.
Me: How long have you been doing cover design, and about how many covers have you created?
Frida: I've designed hundreds of covers over the past 8 years. [Note from SEP: Yikes!]
Me: Do you welcome author input or wish we'd all stay the heck out of your way?
Frida: I appreciate author feedback and don't mind receiving initial direction. I also explore my own ideas and try to create something they didn't expect to see for their book. And it's always great to hear that an author loves your cover! [Note from SEP: Oh, yes, I do!]
Me: What was your inspiration? What were you trying to convey with the FIRST STAR cover?
Frida: I was inspired by photos of beautifully lit nighttime parties. I did a lot of photo research of string lights in trees, table settings, and tents. My first round of comps felt too dark and very busy with the lights. Then I came across the chandelier photo and thought it would sit nicely against a starry sky while leaving me room for big type. It also allows the cover to feel light and shimmery while still conveying a nighttime setting. [Sound coming from SEP: A long, lovely sigh...]
In FIRST STAR I SEE TONIGHT you'll meet some new characters from the Chicago Stars Series, as well as reconnecting with a few familiar ones. I'll be posting a sneak peek soon. In the meantime....
He's a former quarterback for the Chicago Stars football team.
She's trying to make a success of her very own detective agency.
Her first job? Follow him.
Let's just say it's not going well.
Not well at all....
Follow me on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and my website for more details. And remember to register each month for my monthly sweepstakes for a chance to win signed books.
Happy reading,
Susan Elizabeth Phillips
Pre-order your copy of
FIRST STAR I SEE TONIGHT — Today!
www.SusanElizabethPhillips.com
Susan Elizabeth Phillips
It's done! Here's the gorgeous cover of my new Chicago Stars book, FIRST STAR I SEE TONIGHT, which will be available on August 23rd. Yes, my husband, aka Mr. Bill, is the one who came up with the title. (FYI, he also titled MATCH ME IF YOU CAN.)
Ever wonder how book covers are created? I had a few questions for the designer of the FIRST STAR I SEE TONIGHT cover. She's shy, so I'll call her "Frida," in honor of one of my favorite artists.
Me: How long have you been doing cover design, and about how many covers have you created?
Frida: I've designed hundreds of covers over the past 8 years. [Note from SEP: Yikes!]
Me: Do you welcome author input or wish we'd all stay the heck out of your way?
Frida: I appreciate author feedback and don't mind receiving initial direction. I also explore my own ideas and try to create something they didn't expect to see for their book. And it's always great to hear that an author loves your cover! [Note from SEP: Oh, yes, I do!]
Me: What was your inspiration? What were you trying to convey with the FIRST STAR cover?
Frida: I was inspired by photos of beautifully lit nighttime parties. I did a lot of photo research of string lights in trees, table settings, and tents. My first round of comps felt too dark and very busy with the lights. Then I came across the chandelier photo and thought it would sit nicely against a starry sky while leaving me room for big type. It also allows the cover to feel light and shimmery while still conveying a nighttime setting. [Sound coming from SEP: A long, lovely sigh...]
In FIRST STAR I SEE TONIGHT you'll meet some new characters from the Chicago Stars Series, as well as reconnecting with a few familiar ones. I'll be posting a sneak peek soon. In the meantime....
He's a former quarterback for the Chicago Stars football team.
She's trying to make a success of her very own detective agency.
Her first job? Follow him.
Let's just say it's not going well.
Not well at all....
Follow me on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and my website for more details. And remember to register each month for my monthly sweepstakes for a chance to win signed books.
Happy reading,
Susan Elizabeth Phillips
Pre-order your copy of
FIRST STAR I SEE TONIGHT — Today!
www.SusanElizabethPhillips.com
Susan Elizabeth Phillips
Published on February 19, 2016 16:12
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chicago-stars, contemporary-romance, cover-design, first-star-i-see-tonight, romance, susan-elizabeth-phillips
February 14, 2016
FIRST STAR I SEE TONIGHT cover reveal today!

AND...here it is! The big reveal! The gorgeous cover of my newest Chicago Stars book, FIRST STAR I SEE TONIGHT. (August 23, 2016) There'll be an interview with the cover designer in my next newsletter.
ALSO...Lovely feature in USA TODAY about the new cover of FIRST STAR I SEE TONIGHT!
http://happyeverafter.usatoday.com/20...
To join my newsletter, follow the link:
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Published on February 14, 2016 11:30
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February 11, 2016
FIRST STAR I SEE TONIGHT cover reveal
Only three more days until Valentine's Day Cover Reveal of FIRST STAR I SEE TONIGHT! What do you think it's going to look like? Hmmm.... Any guesses?
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Published on February 11, 2016 09:29
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January 29, 2016
New Chicago Stars Title Revealed
AND...the title of my next book, a new book in the Chicago Stars series, is.... FIRST STAR I SEE TONIGHT. (Available Aug 23) He's a former quarterback of our Chicago Stars, and she's trying to make a success of her very own detective agency. Her first job? Follow him. Let's just say it's not going well....
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Published on January 29, 2016 06:41
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January 11, 2016
New Chicago Stars Book Title Reveal
Yes, my next book will be a new edition to the Chicago Stars Series! The release date is set for August 23, 2016 and I've just revealed the title on my Facebook page. Follow the link for the scoop.
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Published on January 11, 2016 09:07
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