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Bourbon Girl #1

BOURBON GIRL: part 1 of 6

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In the romantic mystery BOURBON GIRL, a young woman takes a job as a tour guide on the trail of bourbon distilleries in Kentucky to search for her biological father, and finds so much more along the way.

This BOURBON GIRL, Part 1 novella is a month's worth of daily JULY

The Part 1 novella is JULY, Part 2 is AUGUST, Part 3 is SEPTEMBER, Part 4 is OCTOBER, Part 5 is NOVEMBER, part 6 is DECEMBER.

(In total there are 6 parts to BOURBON GIRL.)

Don't miss out on this intriguing story that's rich in history and quirky characters—download a sample now and see for yourself!

113 pages, Kindle Edition

Published July 11, 2025

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About the author

Stephanie Bond

263 books1,774 followers
USA TODAY bestselling author Stephanie Bond was seven years deep into a systems engineering career and pursuing an MBA at night when an instructor remarked that she had a flair for writing and suggested that she submit to academic journals. But Stephanie, a voracious reader, was only interested in writing fiction–more specifically, romantic fiction.

Upon completing her master’s degree and with no formal training in writing (her undergraduate degree is in computer programming), she started writing a romance novel in her spare time. Two years later in 1995 she sold her first manuscript, a romantic comedy, to Harlequin Books.

In 1997, with ten sales under her belt to two publishers, Stephanie left her corporate job to write women’s romantic fiction full-time. In 2011,

Stephanie launched a self-publishing business. Since that time, she has sold more than 1 million copies of her own books. To-date, Stephanie has published over 70 novels and has over 6 million copies of her work in worldwide distribution in numerous languages and formats.

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181 reviews2 followers
July 17, 2025
The Bourbon Trail

Stephanie Bond has another great read in Bourbon Girl, it draws you in from the first page. Bernadette is a grief stricken young woman struggling to find her last living relative in the hills and back roads of Kentucky. Bernadette's mother on her deathbed gave her the biggest clue she ever heard about her father. So Bernadette packed up her meager belongings and drove to Kentucky where she was hired as a tour guide to a bunch of Bourbon Distilleries. She started questioning people who might have known her Mom almost thirty years ago. She also started reading up on Bourbon so she could be knowledgeable for her job. The more she read and started talking to people about bourbon the more interested she became and started enjoying her time as a guide. She also was finding people who remembered her Mom and men she might have dated.
I have read most of the books that Stephanie has written and each book has a cliff hanger at the end. This months is a real doozy!! You will be missing out on a great story if you don't read this series of the Bourbon Girl!!
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239 reviews2 followers
July 12, 2025
Excellent start to another great serial by Stephanie Bond. This 6-month series starts with an introduction to Bernadette Waters and, after the loss of her mother, she begins her quest to find her father. Set in a small Kentucky town where the connection to Bourbon is the reason Bernadette traveled from Arizona with her RV, settles in a small campground and begins her journey. We meet the cast of characters in book 1 that are becoming important to her…and you are invested in all of them and how they will impact her quest. Fantastic read…and now I have to wait for book 2…August can’t get here fast enough!
Profile Image for Short, Sweet and Cozy.
1,440 reviews
July 29, 2025
Daily serial about Bernadette who is searching for her father

Bourbon Girl is a daily serial about Bernadette who recently lost her mother and is in Kentucky trying to find her biological father who she has very little information about. She is living in an old RV at a campground and is figuring things out as she goes. She has a job as a tour guide for a bourbon distillery tour. There is a little bit everyday to the story and it unfolds between July and December. This is book 1 for the month of July. It is enjoyable and off to a good start. #BourbonGirl
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297 reviews7 followers
July 30, 2025
3.5 stars

I started reading this because I’m very intrigued by the concept. It’s a serialized story, where each day’s chapter is on her website, but this full novella is for anyone who wants to read the month’s chapters all at once. This will run through December!

I love that every day I could read something that was going on in the main character’s life, just as I was experiencing life on the same day! I also loved that it’s set in Kentucky since that’s where I live hehe.

I’m excited for August’s story!
54 reviews1 follower
July 11, 2025
Stephanie does it again!!

Once more Stephanie Bond introduces us to a serial heroine. Just like the Saturday afternoon serials that always left me waiting for the next installment, she has me hanging from my literary fingernails waiting for the next chapter. Should I hate her or canonized her for this production?? I cannot decide as I wait fervently for episode two of BOURBON GIRL.
22 reviews
July 14, 2025
Love this!

I have read every six part series she has written and really enjoyed them. They are always lovely with a likable main female character who just needs a little luck to become who she was meant to be. Each part of the series always leaves me waiting for the next segment. Its honestly a fun read.
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6 reviews1 follower
July 16, 2025
A beautiful journey into the land of bourbon.

Bernadette's story intrigues me as she looks for her father. I also was my mother's caregiver and i understand the challenges. I took care of both my parents and I can't imagine not knowing my dad. I get more and more excited as she gets more clues towards bringing him.
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Author 7 books27 followers
July 12, 2025
Possibly Stephanie Bond's Best Serial Yet

Over the years, I have read every serial that Stephanie Bond has written and I've enjoyed them all. However, the first installment of this one has captured me more than any of the others.
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498 reviews
July 14, 2025
Ms. bond has a deft way with words that make her

Novels pleasant reading. Maggie was like "A bundle of clothes hangers that talked".

Bernedette is the lost young woman who is seeking... They are all seeking something. But end up finding community and love.

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1,829 reviews
July 31, 2025
Fantastic!

Great start to the newest daily serial story from this author. Each summer I look forward to the start of a new one. This does not disappoint. I can’t wait to read what happens each day.
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149 reviews1 follower
September 1, 2025
Excited for another serial!

Loving this already and can't wait to see what happens next. I adore these serials as they catch your attention from the start and keep you hooked until the end.
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209 reviews3 followers
July 31, 2025
So far, another winner!

I always love the spunky characters and Bourbon Girl is no exception. I can't wait to see where this one goes.
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60 reviews
August 1, 2025
Another goody

I expect nothing less than great characters, and twisty turnies from Stephanie Bond at this point. I'm excited we colors this story,and its players further.
1 review
August 11, 2025
Fun

I Always enjoy her book series, easy to read and leave you wanting more. relatable characters with a.great story line.
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