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#BeanieBabies! Who Else Has A Hundred?

I have discovered I have a lot of beanie babies...all kinds. I'm not an expert on Beanie Babies, but I would say that they are probably not even worth what I paid for them. You know what—I don't care.

Nope... and here's why.



I collected them back in the '90s along with every other mother in the United States. No, my kids were not going to be the only ones in school not having the latest craze. There was one thing to my logic. My kids couldn't play with them.

So, I bought some for them to play with, but the majority were stored never to see the light of day. Until now!

I was cleaning out the attic last week and found the containers. Yes, containers. Each child has their own...and I had one, too. Now when the Beanie Baby Apocalypse happens, we will be rich!!!

But I don't think its going to happen in my lifetime, probably not theirs either. Can't you just imagine my will to my kids. Here my beloved children is my legacy to you— Beanie Babies.

There are a million beanie babies...

I don't really think that I ever thought they would be worth anything, but they are so cute. I used to write with them on my desk. I think that's what I'm going to do now. I have released my beanie babies!!! They are now free to roam my home.


Now, there's no stopping Scorch drinking my coffee!!!

Next, he's going to start reading The Three Realms series!!
Have a great day! 

A murder...broadcast for thousands to see...has just become a viral sensation...

COMING JANUARY 29, 2019

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A murder...broadcast for thousands to see...has just become a viral sensation.A brutal, methodical murderer, known as the Facebook Live Killer, has cold-bloodedly killed vibrant, beautiful young women in front of the whole world. The heartless bastard streams the footage on Facebook Live.The latest killing stuns the island of Martha's Vineyard. Known for its sun, sand, and sea, the vacation paradise hasn't seen a murder in over ten years. Now the residents fear a murderer lives among them…taunting them…terrified this is only the beginning.For Massachusetts State Police Detective, Lieutenant Mason Conrad, the case couldn't have come at a worst possible time. His life is in the midst of an upheaval. Newly divorced, he is heavy in debt with a child to raise. But he knows the clock is ticking. Someone who blatantly kills in this manner won't stop.Moving to the island five years ago, Ettie Harwell came with secrets. Secrets she had hoped never to reveal. Then, the haunting dreams returned. Night after night, visions pull her back into the world she'd prayed she'd never have to face again.The murders have thrown Mason and Ettie together, plunging them into, not only the Dark Web but a dark world. They have no choice but to track down a demon-possessed killer before he strikes again...time is running out.
Check out Colleen Connally's latest venture— a fictional true crime podcast!

SEAMUS SPEAKS

Follow Seamus's search for Paige!

Tis the Season To Read Giveaway WINNERS!

Tis the Season To Read Giveaway has ended with a list of WINNERS!

Suzanne P. ~ won the $25 Amazon Gift Card

There were 5 winners of the 2019 A Romance A Month Calendar!

Felicia S.
Tina H.
Amy M.
Denise L.
Susan A.

Congratulations to the winners.

If you didn't win this time, don't worry there is going to be another giveaway soon!

I have a new release coming in January along with a surprise!!!

Happy Holidays!!

Don't stop reading!!!

COMING JANUARY 29 ~ PREORDER NOW!

A CHRISTMAS GIFT TO #ROMANCEREADERS! THREE ROMANCES #FREE!

A CHRISTMAS GIFT TO ROMANCE READERS FREE for LIMITED TIME! 
A NOTE FROM JERRI

For years, I have wanted to write a Christmas romance. Unfortunately, I have never squeezed a Christmas novel into my schedule. I didn’t want this year to pass without something I could offer my fans. 

This year—for only the Christmas season—I am offering three of my books for FREE for a limited time.

Fragmented, the first book of Boston’s Crimes of Passion series, is a stand-alone romantic suspense. 
Past of Shadows, the first book of The Three Realms, is a high fantasy series. This is an ongoing series.
Belle of Charleston, the first book of Southern Legacy, is a serial historical romance. This is a serial! The books have cliffhangers. Do not begin if you don't want to become addicted to the series! Southern Legacy consists of four books--Belle of Charleston, Shadows of Magnolia, Born to Be Brothers and The Sun Will Rise. 

I couldn’t be more excited about introducing you to my different genre series. I hope you enjoy these books as much as I enjoyed writing them.

I am, also, thrilled to announce I am releasing a new series, Scream for the Camera, Book One in Boston’s Crimes of Horror. You can preorder at:
SCREAM FOR THE CAMERA


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COMING JANUARY 29, 2019
A murder...broadcast for thousands to see...has just become a viral sensation.
A brutal, methodical murderer, known as the Facebook Live Killer, has cold-bloodedly killed vibrant, beautiful young women in front of the whole world. The heartless bastard streams the footage on Facebook Live.
The latest killing stuns the island of Martha’s Vineyard. Known for its sun, sand, and sea, the vacation paradise hasn’t seen a murder in over ten years. Now the residents fear a murderer lives among them…taunting them…terrified this is only the beginning.
For Massachusetts State Police Detective, Lieutenant Mason Conrad, the case couldn’t have come at a worst possible time. His life is in the midst of an upheaval. Newly divorced, he is heavy in debt with a child to raise. But he knows the clock is ticking. Someone who blatantly kills in this manner won’t stop.
Moving to the island five years ago, Ettie Harwell came with secrets. Secrets she had hoped never to reveal. Then, the haunting dreams returned. Night after night, visions pull her back into the world she’d prayed she’d never have to face again.
The murders have thrown Mason and Ettie together, plunging them into, not only the Dark Web but a dark world. They have no choice but to track down a demon-possessed killer before he strikes again...and time is running out.

#GOTHIC ROMANCE AT A BARGAIN! Family scandal...Forbidden love...Ghosts and Curses!

My Halloween BARGAIN to Romance Readers!
SEDUCTIVE LIES
SEDUCTIVE LIES

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Only love can heal a heart betrayed...

Harriet Burke has long been haunted by a family scandal. Abandoned by her mother as an infant, she has grown up in the shadows of the events that led up to that scandal. But all changes when she meets the future Viscount of Daneford. The dashing young Lieutenant Arthur Hammett defies his grandfather. Professing his undying love, he proposes to Harriet. Harriet quickly learns that all is not what it seems. Secrets, lies, and betrayal shatters Harriet's life, leaving Harriet little choice. She has to begin life anew…

They were destined to be together but fate had other plans…

Lord Arthur Daneford made a rash decision years ago that cost him greatly...his biggest regret. Now, though, his past has reemerged. Chilling information has been called to his attention that Harriet's life is endangered. He will stop at nothing to ensure her safety, but will she accept his help before it's too late?

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Family scandal...Forbidden love...Ghosts and Curses 

Harriet Burke has been cursed or so says her grandfather. In her youth, a gypsy’s blessing gave Harriet the ability to disregard the boundaries of death. Lord Arthur believes it is total nonsense, but he cannot deny there is no explanation for her knowledge. Haunted by visions of wrongs once done, Harriet fears there will be no escape.

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FRAGMENTED ~ FREE

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She would do anything to protect her family...
Cameron Quinn watched her father fall into a world of despair after being falsely accused of causing her mother's death. Now, her brother is a suspect in a crime she knows he's not capable of committing. She'll risk everything to save her brother from the same fate as her father, even destroying evidence that implicates him in a series of murders.

He would do anything to win a case...
ADA Darren Kennedy is known as 'the bulldog.' He doesn't lose. When a killer emerges on the streets of Boston, he's dead-set on putting that killer behind bars...along with anyone that stands in his way.

A killer would do anything to get his heart's desire...
Cameron soon discovers that the police aren't the only ones who suspect her of covering for her brother. The murderer is still out there and he isn't happy his plans have been disrupted. Now, the twisted psychopath has turned his attention towards Cameron and will stop at nothing until he has her in his control.
SEDUCTIVE SECRETS ~FREE

AMAZON    NOOK    iBOOKS    KOBO ~ WALMARTSomeone wants Alyce Hythe dead... 

Shunned from London society for being the daughter of England's most notorious spy, Alyce Hythe desires only to clear her father's name. For years, she has been hidden away from prying eyes, given a new identity and told to forget who she was. But strange things have been happening causing old rumors to once more be whispered.

Long has Lord Julian Casvelyn lived with guilt brought on when his brother was murdered by England's most infamous traitor. But one eventful night has changed everything Lord Julian believed about his brother's death. Never did he suspect the woman he has just saved from certain harm is the daughter of that man.

Now Julian is caught in midst of a conspiracy and desire for that woman. Thrown together by fate, the two search for answers long denied them and along the way discover a love that can free them both.

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Congratulations to the winners of Spring Into Reading Giveaway!
Shanah Backman — Amazon HD Fire

Sarah P. — Bouquet of lavender roses and white Oriental lilies

Cassandra Darensbourg — Last Week Tonight With John Oliver Presents a Day in the Life of Marlon Bundo

Karen Behrman — Signed copy of Southern Legacy

Jody Faltys — ebook series The Three Realms

Thanks for everyone that entered the giveaway! Don't worry if you didn't win this time. There will be another giveaway soon.

Have a great day!

This is a wonderful day, I have never seen this one before. ~ Maya Angelou

This is a wonderful day, I have never seen this one before. ~ Maya Angelou

On May 8th, The Path Now Turned will be released!
IT'S COMING ~ THE PATH NOW TURNEDTo celebrate, Past of Shadows is only $0.99 until after the release!!! An evil like no other! A destiny to follow! Let the legend begin!
PAST OF SHADOWS ~ LIMITED TIME ~ ONLY $0.99!


DON'T MISS OUT ON THE GIVEAWAY! Enter for your chance to win some great prizes!
Prizes included
An Amazon Fire ~ Great for reading!
A bouquet of flowers ~ Who doesn't love to receive flowers?
Books! Books! Books! A signed copy of Southern Legacy, the 4-Bk Collections.
A child's book from Last Week Tonight with John Oliver~ A Day in the Life of Marlon Bundo
Of course, ebook copies of The Three Realms...both books! 
SPRING INTO READING

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Open From March 24-May 11!

ENTER FOR YOUR CHANCE TO WIN!I'm starting to celebrate The Path Now Turned's release. Enter for your chance to win one of these prizes!1st winner will receive  (1) Fire HD Tablet value $792th winner will receive  (1) Benchmark Bouquet value not to exceed $403th winner will receive  (1) Last Week Tonight with John Oliver Presents a Day in the Life of Marlon Bundo Book value $12.424th winner will receive (1) Southern Legacy Paperbook value at $20.43
5th winner will receive (1) The Three Realms series value at $8.00 Past of Shadow, Bk One of The Three Realms The Path Now Turned ~ Coming May 8th!!!