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Veterans Day

I'm so very grateful today for all our veterans and for their sacrifice to defend all our freedoms. Thank you!

The Reviews are Coming In!

Well, my new small-town romance came out two and a half weeks ago and I'm loving the reviews so far! 
When I was a new writer, there was a magazine reviewer who regularly reviewed my books and I always sat on pins and needles when her reviews came out, hoping she liked my book. She retired a few years back, but I noticed she left a review on my new book and I am still thrilled that she liked the story, just like I was back in the day! (I clipped a bit of it for my image. Yay!) 
Thank you to everyone who has read and reviewed it so far. I appreciate you!
You can get your copy HERE
Here's the back copy:
High school teacher Karissa Mead has given up on love. Finding anyone to date in small-town Lincoln is practically impossible---until the town’s newest policeman moves in. Benson Wright is handsome, helpful, and funny, but the universe isn’t content with letting things take their natural course. Throw in Ben's matchmaking grandma with Karissa's students who just want to “help,” then add his ex who can’t seem to let him go, and it's a recipe for disaster. When Karissa gets put in a dangerous situation, however, Ben will have one chance to get her home safely---and show her that love is worth fighting for.

Do You Need a Free Book?

Do you need to treat yourself with a book today? Just Kisses is a collection of six full-length novels and it might be just what you need! And you won't pay a penny.

Get your free copy HERE

Here's the back copy:

A charming and swoon-filled boxset with six full-length books from bestselling authors that you won’t want to put down. Mansion to inn renovation, small town romances, brother's best friends, billionaires, and fake marriages. . .this collection has it all.

Seed Money, written by B. E. Baker: When Dave, a potential buyer for Seren’s movie star grandmother’s mansion, mistakes Seren for a squatter, they get off to a rough start. But after Dave realizes his slipup, he suggests they turn the home into an inn! And that’s not the only surprise coming…

The Day He Drove By, written by Elana Johnson: Ten years ago, Andrew delivered Gretchen’s baby on the side of the highway. Now that she’s a widow and single mom, her feelings for the handsome paramedic are stronger than ever. But is she ready to open her heart to love again? A sweet small-town romance from USA Today bestselling author, Elana Johnson!

Assisting my Brother’s Best Friend, written by Judy Corry: Billionaire Drew Burrows joins a reality TV show to find love but struggles when he realizes his heart still belongs to his best friend's sister, Kate. Hired by the show, Kate must push Drew toward an engagement while hiding their past and her divorce. With the world watching, Drew and Kate must decide whether to follow the rules or let their hearts lead the way.

The Billionaire Love Match, by Emma St. Clair: Does real love stand a chance on reality TV?The odds are NEVER in your favor. But when Casey accidentally makes a real connection with the show's star bachelor just before filming, it leaves her wondering exactly how much is scripted after all...

A Thousand Words, written by Mandi Blake: Sissy isn’t one to turn down an adventure, especially not a blind date with a reportedly handsome doctor. When the blind date turns out to be her brother’s friend, Tyler, she’s not at all disappointed. Can she convince him to go with the flow for once?

Just Add Romance, written by Heather B. Moore: Everly Kane’s life might be on a Plan B track, and she certainly doesn’t need to be reminded over and over that her sister is, well, engaged to Everly’s ex. Spending time with the visiting architect in town is the distraction that she needs. A fling? She can do that.

It's National Bell Pepper Month & I've Got A Spotlight for You!

 November is National Pepper Month, and to celebrate we're spotlighting clean and closed door romances---all the swoon with no spice!

If you love heartwarming holiday romances, then choose the cherry peppers. If you love romance in all genres, choose the sweet bell peppers. If you love novellas, choose mini-sweet peppers. If you love culinary themes in your romances, choose cubanelle peppers. If you love romantasy and sagas, choose banana peppers. If you love romantic suspense and action adventure romance, choose shishito peppers!

There is something for everyone and it has never been easier to find no-heat books to read or gift to the book-lover in your life. 
Go HERE to see them all!

My Gilmore Girls Binge Update

So, I've never seen Gilmore Girls before and my daughter and I are currently binge-watching it. We are near the end of Season 5 and Luke and Lorelai are in a good place, Rory and her college boyfriend are in a good place, and everything is good! But with two more seasons to go, I'm guessing it won't stay that way for long. But for right now, I'm going to enjoy the happiness. I really love how Luke and Lorelai balance each other. They are such a great couple.  *le sigh*
Have you seen Gilmore Girls?

A New Book Idea

So, in the chaos of my life for the last week, a new story idea came to me. It's set in my small town romance world and I'm really liking it! If you've read Love Lights the Way, this new story revolves around Louella.

The problem is, I'm supposed to be writing Danger Close, the next book in my Griffin Force series. Maybe I could do both? I'm not sure. But I'm glad the ideas are still coming. Maybe I'll have two books out in the new year!

What's your favorite genre when the weather starts to turn cold? Do you love holiday romances? Adventures that take you to another place (where it's warm?) 

Happy Halloween!

 

Happy Halloween! Are you dressing up tonight? I'm dressing up as a baseball player and my sweet little Teddy is a hot dog. We had a neighborhood trunk or treat and I got to see all my kids and grandkids and eat some yummy soup and chili. I sort of like trunk or treats now. It makes it so convenient haha. Do you love trunk or treats or traditional trick-or-treating?

Monday Morning Book Report

Monday morning book report! When I wasn't doing the Silent Auction stuff, I was reading Arlem Hawks new book, Across the Star-Kissed Sea and it is so good! Have you read that one yet? I really love her writing style. What did you read this past weekend?

The Silent Auction is Finally Here!

Well, the Silent Auction is all set up. One of our big ticket items is an autographed picture of Utah Jazz player Jordan Clarkson and we've had a lot of interest in that. We also have ski lift tickets, theater and symphony tickets, and some really fun baskets. 

I'm so grateful to people and organizations who donate to causes that benefit communities. Have you ever been to a Silent Auction? 

I've Been a Little Quiet

I've been a little quiet lately, but it's because I got put in charge of a Silent Auction and I'm currently drowning in baskets. I am not talented in making baskets look cute, but after wrapping so many, I'm starting to think they look pretty good! Or I'm just tired, haha. 
Are you a fan of Silent Auctions?