What is the title of your latest release?THE COVER GIRL What’s the “elevator pitch” for your new book?THE COVER GIRL is a dual-timeline novel about a teenage model in the 1970s who, at age 15, poses for a rock star’s album cover, and finds her life forever changed when he makes himself both her boyfriend and her legal guardian. How did you decide where your book was going to take place?Both the main characters’ jobs and classic rock history informed the setting the most: New York as a fashion capital and Los Angeles for the Sunset Strip rock scene that inspired parts of the novel. When Birdie needed somewhere else to go, I turned to my own former home of Massachusetts. Would you hang out with your protagonist in real life?I would, though I think it’d take a lot of effort on both our parts – we are both shy, so I’d probably assume she didn’t like me and vice versa. But she has a dry wit and a genuine desire to help people that I think would be nice to be around, even if she is not a particularly warm or forthcoming person. What are three words that describe…

Hello, friends! Thank you for stopping by to learn a little bit about my small-town contemporary novel WHEN THE ROAD COMES AROUND. This story is set on a ranch in Montana, and it’s about faith and family, grace and grit. I hope you like it! W is for the Western settingH is for HorsesE is for Extending graceN is for New opportunities that arise T is for Thaddeus Bungley, our antiheroH is for Hidden motivesE is for Empty promises R is for a Reputation for troubleO is for Ordinary peopleA is for Anita Wilson, giver of second chancesD is for Dirty diapers C is for Come Around RanchO is for the Open prairieM is for MontanaE is for Everything’s about to changeS is for Second chances A is for the Agricultural communityR is for RedemptionO is for OvercomingU is for Unexpected twistsN is for Never underestimate the power of the truthD is for the Dog days of summer WHEN THE ROAD COMES AROUND by Katie Powner Contemporary Small Town Fiction Set on a Montana Ranch In the small town of Grady, Montana, twenty-four-year-old Tad Bungley has a reputation for trouble. When he lands a job at Come Around Ranch, however, his life…

Instead of trying to find your perfect match in a dating app, we bring you the “Author-Reader Match” where we introduce you to authors you may fall in love with. It’s our great pleasure to present Jennifer Jabaley! Writes: Beach reads…but there’s a shark in the water. WHAT’S YOURS IS MINE, a domestic suspense that People Magazine listed as a most anticipated summer read of 2025, explores mothers with diabolical secrets who collide with their ambitious and relentless daughters. When an attack prevents one daughter from performing in a national competition, accusations pit families against each other, and ignite a town scandal. This twisty novel, set in the cutthroat world of competitive dance, is filled with rivalry, revenge, and unrealized dreams. About: Jersey girl who worked her way south, Jen has become a full-blown Georgia peach who enjoys rocking chairs on front porches, sweet tea, and college football. But she draws the line at saying, “Bless your heart.” When not writing or checking eyes, Jen can most often be found on the tennis court, the Peloton, or in a Pilates class. She values friendship, a good read, and sunny days. Pink is her signature color. I’m looking for readers who…

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In this week’s Jen’s Jewels column, I’m excited to chat with author Alisha Fernandez Miranda about her delightful new novel, SOMEONE’S GOTTA GIVE. Set against the glittering backdrop of London’s high society, this witty and heartfelt story follows Lucia, a former nonprofit executive turned high-powered advisor to the elite, as she navigates motherhood, marriage, and the excesses of wealth with humor and grace. From Buckingham Palace mishaps to private island perks, Alisha invites readers behind the scenes of a world few ever see and delivers a thoughtful exploration of identity, ambition, and staying grounded when everything around you sparkles. Jen: Your main character, Lucia, finds herself advising royals and billionaires—did you base any of these larger-than-life clients on real people you’ve met or read about, and what was your overall inspiration for the book?Alisha: The first scene I wrote for SOMEONE’S GOTTA GIVE. was when Lucia approaches the Perry family’s large country estate. I wanted to capture that feeling that I had so often when I moved to the UK (and still do sometimes): a combo of “holy crap, how crazy is it that I get to be here?” mixed with a bit of “I am way out of my…

What is the title of your latest release?THE DEATHLESS ONE What’s the “elevator pitch” for your new book?For everyone who thought the Corpse Bride should have gotten the man… or for people who love Shadow Daddies. How did you decide where your book was going to take place?I’ve always wanted to write in a gritty, almost steampunk world but with people who were more ahead of their times than Victorian. Women in pants, guns existing, the kind of place where there’s an infinite number of options available. Would you hang out with your protagonist in real life?I’d love to hang out with Jessamine, but it would be a little odd considering she’s a dead girl. Still fun, but also, I would have concerns about the smell. What are three words that describe your protagonist?Feminine rage spreader What’s something you learned while writing this book?Writing a book is always a trial in learning who these new characters are. I really thought I’d go in with a MMC who is the usual alpha hero. Instead, I got to fall in love with a very unusual male main character who has a lot of trauma to work through. It was a joy to…

Excerpt from MUSIC HALL QUEEN by Anna Markland The Inspector had to admit the Frenchman was slick. He’d wager the Parisian had dealt with law enforcement before. Too bad there was no way to find out about his background—except to ask directly. “Ever been arrested?” he asked. Again, Edouard was torn. Revealing his regrettable past would throw suspicion on him. However, in his experience, lies usually came back to haunt the liar. “Twice, in fact, Inspector.” “Care to explain?” Edouard’s hope that Maggie Chadwick wouldn’t hear his confession was dashed when she returned with the tea tray. Seeing her garbed in black brought back memories he’d sooner forget. “I was fifteen when my father beat my mother to death in a drunken rage,” he said, not surprised when shock widened her eyes. “I found Maman’s body, tracked my father down to the local bar and thrashed him to within an inch of his life.” “You were then arrested.” “Oui, but I was pardoned after they hanged my father. We Frenchmen respect courage. I was afraid to tell them it was anger, and perhaps fear, that drove me to beat him, not courage.” “So, you get violent when you are angry?”…

Excerpt from THE EVER KING by LJ Andrews 1 The Songbird Blood was in the air. Pale sunlight had barely clawed through ashy sea mists around the shore, but the hot tang of blood filled my lungs with each breath. I pulled back the thick woven shades to see if some gory death had taken place at the base of my family’s tower. The dirt roads carving through the wood-and-stone fortress we called home for two weeks every summer were filled with loud merchants and courtiers preparing for the festival. No bones. No flesh. No blood. I let the shade fall back into place, my thumb tracing the roses and ravens embroidered in the threads-symbols for our Night Folk clans in the kingdom of the North. The kingdoms of the East, South, and West had their own unique markings. I was losing my damn mind. Brutal nightmares of snakes devouring little birds took up my sleep. Now I was bringing the blood and death from dreams into reality. Maybe it was because the Crimson Festival marked the end of the war. Or maybe it was because this festival was the tenth since our enemies, the sea fae, were locked beneath…

“Your Love” – The Outfield It would be impossible to create a playlist for IF ALL ELSE SAILS without including a song that starts like this: “Josie’s on a vacation far away.” It’s too perfect, considering the book’s opening, wherein Josie, an elementary school nurse on summer vacation, meets up with her brother for their Super Summer Sibling Extravaganza. Only … her brother isn’t waiting for her and there is no extravaganza.Instead of a vacation far away, Josie gets tricked into helping her brother’s best friend, a grumpy hockey player whom she’s never gotten along with, recover from an injury. Which does lead to a sailing trip, and I think that technically counts as a vacation far away. While the upbeat vibe and first line of this song is perfect for IF ALL ELSE SAILS, please disregard the rest of the lyrics and meaning behind the song. There are no one-night stands, no cheating, and definitely no questionable age gaps in my book. “Poison and Wine” – The Civil Wars This has to be the anthem for the enemies to lovers trope. Though Josie and Wyatt don’t quite rise to the soul-crushing angst in “Poison and Wine,” they have years…

What is the title of your latest release?SPLENDOR OF THE LAND – Book Three of the King’s Men Series What’s the “elevator pitch” for your new book?A haunted soldier. A hidden goldsmith. Together they must face their fears, outwit their enemies, and surrender to the One True King—or lose each other forever. How did you decide where your book was going to take place?Once I discovered that the Kenites historically were known as metalsmiths, choosing Punon, where ancient copper mines were active for thousands of years, was an easy decision for the setting. The rest of it I discovered along the way as I wrote Gavi and Zahava’s journey. Would you hang out with your protagonist in real life?Absolutely. However, I’d avoid taking Gavi out for anything stronger than a nice black coffee. What are three words that describe your protagonist?Gavriel is reckless and wounded but fiercely loyal. What’s something you learned while writing this book?I learned so much about ancient metallurgy and jewelry making techniques, which provided lots of rabbit trails I truly enjoyed exploring. Do you edit as you draft or wait until you are totally done?I handwrite most scenes and then edit as I input them. Then…