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September 13, 2016
Coming October 4th…
MY BROWN-EYED EARL is the first book in my Wayward Wallflowers series, and I’m so excited for you to meet Meg and Will! Here are a couple of my favorite early reviews:
“Heart, humor, and a hot hero. Everything I want in a great romance novel!” —Valerie Bowman, best-selling author of the Playful Brides series
“I’m gonna need a minute or two to have a swoon over the Earl of Castleton! Oh. My. Word. What a hero! My Brown-Eyed Earl gave my heart a flutter, had me fighting back a grin more than once, and simply left me charmed.” —Herding Cats-Burning Soup.com
I hope you enjoy the story too! Thanks for visiting and check back soon for information on the next Wayward Wallflowers book—I DARED THE DUKE!
October 28, 2015
One Wild Winter’s Eve is Available Now!
I’m so excited to share Rose and Charles’s story with you! Look for this pretty blue cover on shelves now (or download it instantly to your favorite reading device!)
You can sample the first three chapters here. Want more? Get your copy now:
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October 1, 2015
ONE WILD WINTER’S EVE releases on October 27!
It won’t be long until Rose makes her debut, and I’m so excited! RT Magazine had this to say about ONE WILD WINTER’S EVE:
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ONE WILD WINTER’S EVE releases on October 29!
It won’t be long until Rose makes her debut, and I’m so excited! RT Magazine had this to say about ONE WILD WINTER’S EVE:
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A Sneak Peek at ONE WILD WINTER’S EVE
ONE WILD WINTER’S EVE releases on October 29, and here’s a short excerpt for you…
She was tired of being dismissed, deserted, and forgotten. Years might have passed, but the ache in her chest was a permanent, palpable thing. Mama was missing; Papa was dead. And now Charles was here, in the flesh, exposing all the hurt and the grief once again.
She couldn’t walk away.
“Why do you want me to leave, Charles? Does it make you uncomfortable that the girl who once visited you in the stables has made an appearance in your new life?”
“No.” His brows, several shades darken than his golden hair, drew together. It was a glimpse of the old Charles–the one who would sooner die than hurt her, the one who looked at her with undisguised longing. “I heard some of the staff in the hallway. I didn’t think you’d want to be discovered here. With me.”
Well, that did make sense…but wait. As of this moment, she was through with giving people the benefit of the doubt. Especially the ones who’d let her down.
“If you are truly concerned for my reputation,” she said, “why don’t you leave? It’s what a gentleman would do.”
She regretted the words the moment she’d uttered them. She’d only meant to point out that his behavior was less than gallant, not to belittle his station or to wound his pride.
Throwing off the mask of polite behavior, he leaned toward her and curled his mouth into a wicked smile.
“You should know, Rose, that I’m no gentleman.”
His breath was a caress on her neck, his words a heady elixir. This was the closest he’d ever come to flirting with her. And she had to admit…she liked it. So much so, that she almost forgot he had caught her brazenly riffling through the contents of his employer’s desk drawer.
But the suspicion in his beautiful brown eyes told her that he hadn’t forgotten.
“What were you really doing in here?” His whispered question invited her confidences and promised understanding.
But this was not the Charles she’d known before–predictable, solid, and safe. As his heavy-lidded gaze shifted over her, her pulse leaped in her throat, confirming her thoughts. There was nothing safe about him.
“Excuse me, I must go.” Just as she started to sweep past him, footsteps sounded in the hall. Charles grasped her upper arm, pulled her away from the desk, and almost carried her to the shadowed area between the large open door and a bookcase. He pressed her back against the shelves and held a calloused finger to her lips.
Rose’s whole body tingled.
Charles stood very close, his torso a mere inch from Rose’s. It was too dark to see his face–to see anything, really–but somehow she felt the intensity of his gaze upon her, heating her skin. The air fairly crackled around them. And his finger still rested on her lips.
It was funny how one little transgression led to another. Her heart pounded in her chest from fear, desire, and delight at her own daring. No one would believe that the always obedient and demure Rose was hiding in the shadows of Lady Yardley’s drawing room. With a man. The same virile, breathtakingly handsome man whom she’d once believed she loved. The man she’d never been quite able to forget.
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September 30, 2015
Want to win THE IRRESISTIBLE ROGUE?
You know you do! My good friend, the amazingly talented Valerie Bowman and I are teaming up for a special giveaway. To enter, join our mailing lists using the Rafflecopter form here. If you’ve already signed up for our mailing lists, you’re already entered! Not sure? Just fill out the Rafflecopter and we’ll check. Thanks so much for visiting and good luck!
August 4, 2015
One Wild Winter’s Eve is Coming…
I’m so excited Rose’s story with you. The youngest of the Honeycote heroines, she’s waited a long time to get her happily ever after–but the wait is almost over!
ONE WILD WINTER’S EVE hits shelves on October 27, and you can preorder it now!
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Thanks for stopping by, and enjoy the rest of your summer!
October 27, 2014
Scandalous Summer Nights is available now!
I’m so happy to announce that SCANDALOUS SUMMER NIGHTS, Olivia and James’s story, is now available in print and e-book formats, everywhere!
Also, my blog tour starts today! Many of the sites below will be giving away copies of SCANDALOUS SUMMER NIGHTS, so you might want to stop by and visit.
October 28, 2014
October 29, 2014
October 30, 2014
October 31, 2014
November 1, 2014
November 2, 2014
Romancing Rakes for the Love of Romance
November 3, 2014
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October 4, 2014
Coming October 28…
I know it’s fall and everybody’s pulling out the sweaters and boots, but let’s cling to summer just a little bit longer, okay? Because October 28 is release day for SCANDALOUS SUMMER NIGHTS, Olivia & James’s story!
RT Book Reviews said: “Barton’s combination of humor and poignancy mix well as Olivia grows into a vulnerable, compassionate heroine. The lively dialogue and fast pace enhance the romance and pull readers into every aspect of the story.” And you can preorder today, if you like:
In other news, I have a few fun events coming up, and I hope you’ll join me if you can!
October 11: WASHINGTON LOVES READERS LUNCHEON
There will be lunch, books, dessert, and swag!
1:00 – 4:00 p.m. at the Loft in Bethesda, Maryland
Pre-registration is required, and more information can be found here.
November 1: BOOKSIGNING AT TURN THE PAGE BOOKSTORE
I’m SO excited to be signing at Nora Roberts’ bookshop, along with several other fabulous authors!
12:00 – 2:00 p.m. in Boonsboro, Maryland
Find out more about the signing here.
November 20: BOOKSIGNING AT FRIENDSHIP HEIGHTS VILLAGE CENTER
Join me, Kristen Callihan, and Hope Ramsay for a Q&A session and signing!
7:30 – 9:00 p.m. at 4433 S. Park Ave., Chevy Chase, Maryland
For more information call 301-656-2797.
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Thank you for visiting, and happy reading!
–Anne
February 15, 2014
Meet Olivia…
I’m so excited to reveal the cover of my next Honeycote novel, SCANDALOUS SUMMER NIGHTS! This book stars Lady Olivia Sherbourne, who’s been crushing on her brother’s best friend for, oh, about a decade. I can’t wait to share her story with you!
It won’t be out until October, but it’s already available for pre-order at a few sites:
In other happy news, a big thank you to French readers for taking a chance on SECRETS ET PREJUGES (the French version of WHEN SHE WAS WICKED)–it’s been in the Kindle top 100 for almost 3 weeks! Next month, the Italian version, NELLA TRAPPOLA DEL DUCA, will hit bookstores.
Thank you for dropping by–I’ll post more information about Book 3 soon!
