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January 5, 2018
Blue Spruce Lodge is taking reservations…
What do you think of these cute postcards I’m getting printed for my new series, Blue Spruce Lodge? Adorable, yes?
If you’d like one mailed to you, signed by yours truly, please email me with your postal address. I’ll get one in the mail to you soon as they arrive here at head office (i.e. Dani’s attic.)
December 31, 2017
Prince’s Son of Scandal releases today!
Happy New Year!
I’m thrilled to start the year by telling you that Trella, the fourth and final Sauveterre Sibling, releases on all platforms today.
Trella has been a recluse for years, so I suppose it’s apropos that she has only been glimpsed here and there in her secretly-pregnant-by-a-prince glory. She first showed up on Netgalley, where one reviewer was kind enough to say this about Prince’s Son of Scandal:
“A stunning conclusion to a fantastically dramatic and emotional series about the four siblings.”
Or you might have caught her early at Harlequin.com, where one reviewer very, very kindly said:
“Loved all the books in this series. Dani Collins has eclipsed my old favourite authors and become the one I look forward to the most!”
Excuse me while I have a little cry of gratitude over here and pinch myself while I’m at it. Writing for Harlequin Presents was my dream for twenty-five years.
If you also love Harlequin Presents, along with royalty, scandal, secret babies, a cold and distant hero who kidnaps the heroine then quickly turns protective and marries her, but cannot fall in love with her, plus twins, drama, angst and the occasional one-liner of wit, then look for Prince’s Son of Scandal wherever you buy your digital books. You might still find her on shelves, too.
Welcome to 2018! I hope it’s wonderful to you.
December 30, 2017
Meeting Mr. Right in Woman’s World
Earlier this year, I wrote a Harlequin mini-romance for Woman’s World magazine. It came out in the Nov 27, 2017 issue, and I only just realized I’m allowed to post the story on my website. My brain checked out for the holidays. What can I say?
But I’m delighted to post it now and direct you to read Meeting Mr. Right here under Extras.
Enjoy!
December 20, 2017
Happy Holidays…
While you’re finishing your shopping, look for Prince’s Son Of Scandal in the book section. Trella would make a lovely stocking stuffer for someone special–I’m talking about you, of course.
I very much hope you have time through this busy season to settle in with a snuggly blanket, some tea and a romance that makes you sigh with satisfaction. May you also make merry with those who are special to you.
Have a safe and wonderful Christmas.
December 18, 2017
Not In Her Wildest Dreams – Free with Booksweeps entry
Just in time for Christmas!
This week only, from Dec 18-24th, I’ve teamed up with over 70 amazing romance authors to give away a huge collection of novels, short stories, and more – 100% FREE! Plus, you’ll also have a chance to win a Kindle Fire or Nook Tablet.
You can download my novel, Not In Her Wildest Dreams, along with dozens of others.
Enter the fun by clicking here. You’ll have to sign up for the author newsletters for the books you want, but you can unsubscribe anytime.
Good luck, and enjoy.
December 10, 2017
Mills & Boon’s New Look
Did you know Mills & Boon has had a make-over? Starting in 2018, their covers will have a new look. I just saw the cover for my April Mills & Boon Modern book, Consequence of His Revenge.
FYI, I didn’t plan it this way, but this book comes out right after the Winter Olympics and if you read my author notes, you’ll see that I originally got the idea for this book when I learned the Olympics were coming to Vancouver in 2010.
I had so much fun with Dante’s quest for revenge and positively ruthless desire to destroy Cami’s life. No wonder Cami has such a disdainful look on her face here.
Read the excerpt for a taste of this one.
December 6, 2017
Have you seen my Facebook Live video?
I just saw that my Facebook Live video has been watched over two thousand times since I did it a month ago. Have you had a chance to watch it?
I talk about my contribution to Secrets of the A-List, which is a family saga, and explain how it’s different from something like my Sauveterre Siblings quartet. I also read an excerpt and talk about how writing an episode in a serial is different from writing romance, plus I answer a bunch of your questions. It was fun!
You can watch it here:
December 5, 2017
Trella is a hit in the UK!
I’ve had my head buried in revisions and haven’t had much time for promoting Prince’s Son of Scandal, but I just popped onto the Mills and Boon site to see how Trella is doing and there she was, sitting in the Bestseller spot.
Thank you so much, UK readers! Best Christmas present ever.
I must rush back to my year-end deadlines, but seriously, thank you.
Are you new to Trella and her Sauveterre Siblings? Read an excerpt from Prince’s Son of Scandal here.
November 30, 2017
Are you waiting for Trella?
You can get Prince’s Son of Scandal from Mills and Boon and Harlequin today!
I’ve been living with the Sauveterre Siblings for close to three years. I first started thinking about this quartet, making notes on the individual personalities and stories for these two sets of identical twins, when I was writing the baby swap books back in 2015.
Writing the Sauveterres was a marathon, interrupted by my contribution to the Undercover Billionaires, Xenakis’s Convenient Bride, which was such a fun concept, I couldn’t say ‘no.’ But I’ve been so anxious to get Trella’s story into your hands!
Last month, she made an appearance on Netgalley, where reviewers said:
“This last book in the series is just perfect. I’m glad she left Trella’s story until the end, it rounds all the stories up.”
“I read the book in one sitting. I can’t wait to read the other books in the series.”
“Having read all previous books in this series, I was very much looking forward to Trella’s story …. Her story did not disappoint. Trella was an amazing character.”
Trella will be available on all platforms January 1, but you’ll see her start to show up on shelves late December.
Taking all of that into account, you can see why it’s a big deal for me to say, “If you can’t wait to get your hands on Trella and Xavier, you can get Prince’s Son of Scandal from Mills and Boon and Harlequin today (December 1st.)”
Happy reading!
November 29, 2017
Have you seen the book trailer for His Christmas Miracle?
There’s a quick hit of Christmas spirit inside this book trailer for His Christmas Miracle. It’s perfect if you need to tune out of the headlines and enjoy a minute of cheer.
I also wanted to draw your attention to the Advent calendar download that goes with this book, since you’ll want to start tomorrow if you’re going to make it.
This Advent calendar of activities is the same one that Nicki uses in His Christmas Miracle to help Quincy bond with his son, Atlas. (His Christmas Miracle is a longer escape into a world of wonder and feel-good that will definitely put you in the mood for the season.)
Here’s a calendar-in-process that a reader sent me. (Thanks Irene!) She started early so she could have some buffer days. The busy season is upon us. Stay safe and have fun!
