 Take the Bull by the Horns Love Down Under Series by Cynthia Terelst Love can heal the scars on your heart. Contemporary Romance Single Dad/Nanny Small town Found family PG-13 Release Date – 31 July 2023 Buy Link - https://books2read.com/Bull?store=amazon About the book. Peyton wasn’t out to find love, she only wanted to find her voice. Lachlan thought he had everything he needed until he met Peyton. Both are broken. Both are strong. Can an American nanny and an Australian farmer mend their damaged souls together? Lachlan So what if I’ve gone through four nannies in three short years? I know what’s best for my children and it’s not the nanny my mother and ex-wife have hired. Peyton may be all kinds of beautiful but she is totally unsuitable—city girl, former doctor and no experience. Problem is, everybody loves her. I don’t want to feel the same; one failure at love is enough. Besides, I have a duty to my family and the farm. Except the more I spend time with her, the more I’m drawn to her honesty and bravery. I need to remember, a farm is no place for a woman like Peyton; she will not stay. Peyton After an accident put an end to my surgical career, I jumped at the opportunity to be a nanny. Moving to Australia will get me away from my controlling family. It’s time I start making my own decisions. But falling for my boss is not the wisest one I could make, even if it feels right. It doesn’t hurt that his singing makes my panties melt. Everything is perfect—I feel heard and seen for the first time (and I don’t just mean my scars). I’m where I belong…until my family get involved. Then I’m left with no job and no home. Now I need to make the biggest decision of all—stand up to my family, choose my happy and fight for love. **This is a standalone romance with medium heat**  About the author.
Cynthia Terelst is an Australian author based in regional Queensland, where the sun shines 283 days a year. She is a document controls manager by day and a writer by night. Her contemporary romance novels share a little bit of history, some Australian scenery and a whole lotta love. Cynthia does not shy away from difficult topics, as she feels they should not be ignored. Terelst has published seven books in her Love Down Under Series and has added short stories to multiple anthologies. She refers to her writing style as heat with heart. Her stories will leave you feeling warm and hopeful. Social Media Links Website cynthiaterelst.com/ Newsletter https://www.subscribepage.com/p9p9y0 Facebook https://www.facebook.com/cynthiaterelstauthor/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/cynthiaterelstauthor/ TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@cynthiaterelst BookBub https://www.bookbub.com/authors/cynthia-terelst Amazon Author Page - https://www.amazon.com/Cynthia-Terelst/e/B07ZCTX8SB/ Goodreads - https://www.goodreads.com/cynthiaterelst Blog cynthiaterelst.com/blog/ Twitter https://twitter.com/CynthiaTerelst Linktree - linktr.ee/cynthiaterelst I'm pleased to bring you a special guest for today's spotlight. Fellow camper/glamper Tena Stetler. She's a pro so I'm just going hand the reins over to her. Enjoy! OH! I almost forgot. Here's a link to a book trailer⤵️ www.youtube.com/watch?v=RdUGZl7qipE&authuser=2  Hey there DV. I’m thrilled to be sitting around the campfire with you today. We’ve been on several camping trips, but the yet is best to come in September. Can’t wait! Been a long cold winter. Even our dog, Mystic; parrot, Taco; and box turtle, Sammie are enjoying camping adventures. Thank you for allowing me to share a few reasons why everyone should read my new release, which revisits some of the same characters from Meringue Snowflake Magic and introduces new characters and adventures. Top 11 Reasons You Should Read Raven’s Hollow Spring Magic
Now let’s see what my new release, Raven’s Hollow Spring Magic is all about. Spring is in full bloom in Raven’s Hollow, a small town in the Colorado Rockies with a population of unique townspeople. Blaze, a dragon shifter, and Wynter, a witch, are neck-deep in wedding preparations, when Wynter’s mother, Jade, goes missing after opening her new antique store, and attending the Simon estate sale where she procured an ancient jelly bean machine. Frantic with worry, Blaze and Wynter track her last movements via the store’s ancient, grainy, security footage. What it reveals is nothing short of shocking. As deputy sheriff, it’s Blaze’s responsibility to find his soon-to-be mother-in-law. But at what cost? How about a sneak peek between the pages of Raven’s Hollow Spring Magic? “Let’s not jump to the worst-case scenario. Relax, we’ll find her.” Using his calm cop voice, he felt anything but calm. My gut is telling me she’s not here, and I’ve no idea how to find her. He sucked in a deep breath and blew it out slowly. He could see that his calm voice did little to soothe her. She nearly vibrated. “Mom is missing. Our wedding is in less than two weeks. Tammy’s baby is due soon. I gotta find a part-time employee and you’re telling me to relax?” Another clap of thunder shook the building and an involuntary scream flew out of her mouth. He wrapped his arms around her tight and held on. “We’ll find her. Everything will be all right. One step at a time. We’ll stop over to Ms. Roost’s place as soon as the storm subsides. Then we’ll come back here and view the surveillance footage, if there is any. That’s the plan right now. Don’t think it’s smart to try to view it while the storm rages. Electrical current could cause a surge, fry the system, and then where would we be?” “My head knows you’re right. My heart is at war with my head.” “I understand. Off to Ms. Roost’s first.” He shut off the lights and unlocked the door. She set the antiquated alarm, and locked it after they were outside. Thunder still rumbled around with only an occasional flash of lightning. The torrents of rain had turned into a drizzle as they ran to his vehicle. Grab a copy today! https://books2read.com/u/bOPR5E https://www.amazon.com/Ravens-Hollow-Spring-Magic-Things-ebook/dp/B0C43XYQ5P https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/ravens-hollow-spring-magic-tena-stetler/1143427010 https://books.apple.com/us/book/ravens-hollow-spring-magic/id6448729654 www.bookbub.com/books/raven-s-hollow-spring-magic-jelly-beans-and-spring-things-by-tena-stetler https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/146782568-raven-s-hollow-spring-magic  About the Author:
Tena Stetler is a best-selling author of award winning paranormal romance/mystery with an over-active imagination. She wrote her first vampire romance as a tween, to the chagrin of her mother and the delight of her friends. Colorado is home; shared with her husband, a brilliant Chow Chow, a spoiled parrot and a forty-five-year-old box turtle. When she’s not writing, her time is spent kayaking, camping, hiking, biking or just relaxing in the great Colorado outdoors. Her books tell tales of magical kick-ass women and mystical alpha males that dare to love them. Travel, adventure, and a bit of mystery flourish in her books along with a few companion animals to round out the tales. Social Media Links: Website: https://www.tenastetler.com Authors’ Secret’s Blog - https://www.tenastetler.com/category/authors-secrets-blog/ My Say What Blog - http://www.tenastetler.com/category/my-say-what-blog/ Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/tenastetler.author Twitter Page: https://www.twitter.com/TenaStetler Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/14187532.Tena_Stetler Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/author/tenastetler Newsletter: https://www.tenastetler.com/newsletter-signup/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/tenastetler Tribber - http://triberr.com/TenaStetler Bookbub: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/tena-stetler Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tenastetler/ Tumblr: https://www.tumblr.com/blog/tenajean2014 Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/tena-stetler-10057978/  The following quotes are from my WIP Kingdom at a Crossroad. These words have not changed since putting the proverbial pen to paper way back in 2015. "All beings, if they are noble of character, will do the correct thing whether or not they have hope in their hearts." Tuilelaith to Kíeran “That is the problem with the good. They don’t understand pure evil. They always think there is hope. You, my dear are the proof they are wrong.” Dalbhach to Ceara I have been doing a lot of work on Aimhirghin recently. My first book baby is still a work in progress and recently turning circumspect with it, asking what my motivation is, what are my character's motivations? These questions lead to considering the deeper thoughts of life. Or staring into the heart things A critique partners once made the following statement. I struggled a bit with the Wizard Athair. I struggled to determine whether he was a good guy or a bad guy. I think he’s good, but I’m not sure. Good observation! Many of my characters have that question asked about them throughout. Mostly in Athair and Sárnait, but everyone gets a turn in the frying pan. It is a bit of my 'philosophy'. I don't believe anyone is all good. We all have something in us. We choose to act or not on on those thoughts, impulses and desires, hence Tuilelaith's words on nobility. Some are just better than others at wearing a mask like Sárnait. I have been taking my characters apart and looking into their hearts, examining the good, the bad, and the really bad. At some point, every character has to make a choice. Some choices are tougher than others. And sometimes even the good characters make the wrong choice. Why did they do that? My answer? It's because I may have done the same thing. Every character in my manuscripts have a piece of me, and who I am, in them. And sometimes I just want to dope-slap myself for having certain thoughts. Usually in traffic. Have you been to New Jersey? I like this picture. I see the heart. But what's behind that door?  Recently there has been a growing trope in books regarding the "morally gray" character, though these characters have been around for a while. Think Batman, Severus Snape, Lord Varys, Boromir, and Celaena Sardothien to name a few. I might add Liam Neeson in the Taken movies he's breaking laws left and right even for a good reason.
So, like this door, the morally gray may look like love on the outside, but yank on the handle and you may find Tony Stark. What are your thoughts? Who are some morally gray characters? What makes them that?  The Wishing Tree: Love, Lies, and Spies on Chincoteague Island by M. S. Spencer Will the wind whip her token from the Wishing Tree and make her wish come true? My new mystery The Wishing Tree: Love, Lies, and Spies on Chincoteague Island, releases today! About the Book Book is PG; excerpt is G Addison Steele dreams of the day her husband—lost at sea—returns to her. Instead, she meets Nick Savage, whose every word may be a lie. She is soon embroiled in mystery, all related to the top secret science station at Wallops Island, Virginia. After a Belarusian scientist at Wallops is murdered, the questions multiply. Was it because he caught the person stealing classified documents or because he wanted to defect? Is Nick the spy—or is it his brother? How can she trust the man who is slowly claiming her heart when his story keeps shifting? The Wishing Tree: Love, Lies, and Spies on Chincoteague Island The Wild Rose Press, July 17, 2023 368 p.; PG Murder mystery (Cozy), Romantic Suspense Buy Links: Books2Read Amazon Barnes and Noble Bookbub Goodreads A further peek when Addison meets Nick Addison circled the oak. Sure enough, the small strip of canvas still fluttered in the cold wind. She touched it, then drew her hand back and walked down to the water. Her eyes danced with the waves, searching, imagining what it would feel like to see Seth’s head pop up and watch his long arms battling the current to get to the shore. And to her. “Surely Hurricane Thomas would have taken it.” She jumped and whirled around. A man leaned against the wind-washed trunk. Tall and thin, his hair was a glossy espresso and his eyes the inky blue of a stormy ocean. He reminded her of the portrait of her great-great-grandfather which hung in her family’s Chincoteague house. “Taken what?” “Whatever you left on the tree.” He peered at her. “Isn’t that what you wished for? To have your token carried off by the wind? Or is my guidebook wrong?” She shook her head slowly. “No, it’s not wrong. I mean, the legend of the wishing tree says that if your offering blows away, you will find your true love. Or…he’ll come back to you.” She thought of little Starlyn. “Some folks think it just means your greatest wish will be granted.” He took a step toward her. In the waning light, his eyes took on an even darker hue. His mobile face showed distress. “Which one are you hoping for: a new love…or that your lover will return to you?” “What? No. I mean…Yes…I—” He waited, his lean body bent slightly forward, his eyes attentive. She found herself wanting to tell him everything—about the boat and Seth and the accident. She opened her mouth, but he spoke before she could get a word out. “Forgive me. I’m being impertinent. You just looked so lost that I had to try to cheer you up, and suddenly that seemed stupid and then it got all awkward and here I am apologizing before I’ve even asked your name.” Addison shot a quick glance to see if he were laughing at her, but his expression was unreadable. Embarrassed? Indifferent? “It’s all right. You just startled me. I’m Addison Steele.” She removed a mitten and stuck out her hand. He took it in a very large one of his own. She could feel the calluses on his palm. A carpenter? Maybe a sailor? “Nick. Nick Savage.”  Chincoteague Island, on the Eastern Shore of the Delmarva Peninsula, is a barrier island. It is protected from the sea by Assateague Island, which is a national wildlife refuge and stop on the Atlantic Flyway. Assateague is jointly managed by the Fish and Wildlife Service and the national Park Service. It has a beautiful beach accessible through the refuge. Colonists used it to graze cattle in the 17th century (local Indians only used it as a temporary camp) and began to settle there by 1800. It is a small town now, but Assateague is only inhabited by ponies and birds. Addison Steele, the heroine, is a librarian in Washington, DC. Her family has owned land on Chincoteague for several generations She is recently widowed and comes down to stay in her family’s home to write a book. She meets a handsome stranger at the Wishing Tree, where she’s placed a token. The legend is that if the wind takes the token, her true love will come back to her.  About the Author
Librarian, anthropologist, research assistant, Congressional aide, speechwriter, nonprofit director—award-winning, multi-published author M. S. Spencer has lived or traveled in five of the seven continents and holds degrees in Anthropology, Middle East Studies, and Library Science. She has published sixteen romantic suspense and mystery novels. She has two children, an exuberant granddaughter, and currently divides her time between the Gulf Coast of Florida and a tiny village in Maine. Social media Blog Facebook Twitter Pinterest GoodReads Bookbub MeWe Amazon Around the Fire New Release Spotlight with today's guest, Jennifer Vido and Serendipity by the Sea.7/10/2023
 Serendipity by the Sea (The Gull Island Series Book 1) by Jennifer Vido (sweet romance) Rated G April 12, 2023 Will her wanderlust ex-boyfriend’s return allow a hopeless romantic a second chance at love? Cate Ainsworth is poised to land her dream job when an ex-boyfriend—the guy she once loved who left town without explanation—returns to their Lowcountry hometown. Their long-denied attraction tugs her in a new direction, but will she risk everything for a second chance at love? A freelance photographer, Knox Price seeks adventure, not commitment. Back in town to care for his uncle gets complicated when he crosses paths with Cate, igniting a spark he can’t ignore. But can he confess the truth about why he walked away? Inspiration: The inspiration behind the Gull Island series came from a family vacation to Fripp Island, South Carolina. As a frequent visitor to coastal Carolina, I am fond of the Lowcountry, especially the people who call it home. Fripp Island is a small barrier island, rich with natural beauty and history—the perfect backdrop for my fictional town, Gull Island. My childhood experiences growing up on the Jersey Shore filled in any missing blanks about living near the sea. The importance of community is the common thread weaving the Gull Island stories together. The series consists of three novels: Serendipity by the Sea, Serenity by the Sea, and Simplicity by the Sea. These standalone books are interconnected with recurring characters, familiar faces searching for their happily-ever-afters. The series features three strong women, each at a crossroads in life, both at work and in love. I hope readers will gain an appreciation for small, coastal towns—tight-knit, Lowcountry resort areas like Gull Island—where kindness is the heartbeat of the community. When I visited Fripp Island, I was struck by the island’s warm hospitality and how locals seamlessly interacted with visitors, sharing the island’s history and natural beauty. Gull Island has a story, including historical landmarks and meeting places where the locals like to gather. Each of the three books introduces the reader to a different part of the island, providing a glimpse into Lowcountry living at its best. Grab a copy from one of these retailers today Kindle Paperback Barnes & Noble BN nook Apple Books Kobo  Jennifer Vido is the author of the Gull Island sweet romance series. An avid booklover, she interviews bestselling authors for her weekly Jen’s Jewels column on FreshFiction.com. A longtime Arthritis Foundation advocate, she teaches seniors an arthritis-friendly water exercise class in the morning before heading to the office to serve as the executive director of a legal non-profit in her community. The proud mom of two sons, she currently lives in Maryland with her husband, two rescue dogs, and a finicky calico cat.
You can find out more about Jennifer by following her on social media Website Goodreads BookBub  Book Deal! Charming the Billionaire Cowboy is 99 cents July 1-9 Charming the Billionaire Cowboy Who wouldn’t want to be a billionaire? Turns out winning the lottery causes as many problems as it solves. For the first time, his cowboy charm seems to backfire… With his Texas ranching family’s lottery win, TC Tomlinson is finally able to build a ranch with alternative livestock. TC has a lot to prove, starting with his new ostrich herd, so when he catches a beauty scooping up an escaped baby bird, TC chases her down, assuming she wants to meet him for his money. When Hallie Armstrong sees the injured baby ostrich, she jumps into professional mode. A former vet tech, she’s moved to Last Stand to work at her aunt’s wildlife rescue and heal from an attack. She’s skittish of the handsome cowboy, but when he starts to flirt, she decides two can play at this game—the rescue needs fundraising, and TC is an eligible bachelor. As they brainstorm ideas for a bachelor auction and work to solve the mystery of local sheep attacks, TC finds himself falling for the feisty cowgirl. But when he learns she’s still in danger, his protective instincts threaten to drive the independent Hallie away. Can TC convince Hallie she can have her independence and him too? Find the Accidental Billionaire Cowboys series Amazon US Amazon UK B&N/Nook Kobo Google Play Apple Kris Bock writes novels of romance, mystery, and suspense. Her Furrever Friends Sweet Romance series features the employees and customers at a cat café. Watch as they fall in love with each other and shelter cats. Get a free story set in the world of the Furrever Friends cat café when you sign up for the Kris Bock newsletter. In the Accidental Detective series, a witty journalist solves mysteries in Arizona and tackles the challenges of turning fifty. If you love romantic suspense by Mary Stewart or Barbara Michaels, try Kris Bock’s stories of treasure hunting, archaeology, and intrigue in the Southwest. Learn more at www.krisbock.com or visit the Kris Bock Amazon US page or Amazon UK page. (For other countries click here.)  The Accidental Detective series: Get a free Accidental Detective short story and bonus material when you sign up for my newsletter.
Get The Furrever Friends Cat Café Sweet Romance series on Amazon, free with KU. Visit the Amazon series page for the Sweet Home Alabama teen comedy novels.  The Solace of Denim by Kathy Otten PG rating Young Adult Whom do you trust when you can’t trust yourself? The victim of a horrific crime, fifteen-year-old Joey Kowalski has bounced around in the foster care system for six years. When his only friend Luke is murdered, suspicion falls on Joey. As evidence mounts against him, Luke’s denim jacket appears in Joey’s closet. When he puts on the jacket, he gets visions of Luke’s murder and hears Luke’s voice in his head. Can Joey convince Luke’s father, Detective Marek, to look past his grief and help him find the real killer? Grab a copy at one of these retailers⤵️ Paperback at Amazon • Paperback at B&N • Hardback at B&N • eBook at Apple • eBook at Kindle • eBook at Kobo • eBook at B&N • eBook at Smashwords Inspiration for the story. Over the last several years, I’ve been playing with a young adult mystery novel that was close to my heart. After querying numerous agents and publishers, I’d sort of relegated the story to the “Under the Bed” file where stories go that, for whatever reason, will never see publication. But a friend, believing in the story, when I’d pretty much given up, submitted it to an editor who read it, liked it and thought the story worthy of publication. All to say, that it takes a village to write a story, and the support of fellow writers and people who believe in you are invaluable. For all my fans, readers who are the last link in the writing process, here is a sneak peek at the cover with a blurb and excerpt for you to read. The Solace of Denim | DFP Books  About the Author.
Kathy enjoys writing stories with wounded heroes and feisty heroines. She writes contemporary romance, historical fiction, and young adult, in all lengths from short story to novel. She was a finalist in the Utah/Salt Lake RWA Hearts of the West Contest and a winner of the Northwest Houston RWA Lone Star Writing Competition. Kathy is also a certified book coach, helping writers bring their vision to life. Specializing in empowering new writers, she offers a variety of coaching packages tailored to give writers the tools they’ll need to move forward on their own. She lives in the rolling farmland of western New York and enjoys long walks with her German Shepherd, Henry. You can contact Kathy through her web site at [email protected] Sign up for a free 15-minute coaching call. Subscribe to her newsletter. Where to find out more. Website: http://kathyotten.com Facebook https://www.facebook.com/kathyottenauthor Goodreads https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/2874462.Kathy_Otten Amazon Author Page https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B00351X1VG/about Book trailer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/10VX-aAyblcY9mgBBYocX4N8KrNib10AJ/view Bookbub: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/kathy-otten |
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