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Author Reader Match | Chloe Blake
MatchMaker / July 6, 2018

WRITES: I write sexy contemporary romances set in exotic locations filled with unbridled attraction, hard choices, family feuds and sweet sips of wine. My heroines are all smart, passionate, career-driven women and my heroes are all successful playboys who can’t get enough. Its a sensory experience that will take you around the world. My up coming release is A TASTE OF PLEASURE (July 1st), an escape to Milan, Italy about a strong-willed Chef who is more comfortable behind the scenes, and the confidant restauranteur that coaxes her out of the kitchen, and into his arms. ABOUT AUTHOR: City girl seeks voracious reader ready to dive into culinary experiences, cultivate expensive tastes and travel to places of extreme beauty, all in the name if love. When author is in between such adventures, she can be found sipping red wine, telling compelling stories and pounding the pavement in her hometown of New York City. WHAT I’M LOOKING FOR IN MY IDEAL READER MATCH: Loves to be wined and dined, and is open to indulging in more than one dessert. Understands that business must always come before pleasure, and to never indulge in one without the other. Knows the importance of sexual tension…

Author Reader Match with Jennifer Probst
MatchMaker / June 12, 2018

Instead of trying to find your perfect match in a dating app, we bring you the “Reader Match” where we introduce you to authors as a reader you may fall in love with. It’s our great pleasure to present Jennifer Probst. Writes: Sexy and erotic contemporary romance. My books are chock full of humor, banter, family drama, kick-ass heroines who always challenge my alpha hero, and of course, rescue dogs. Sometimes, even a rescue chicken…My newest release is THE START OF SOMETHING GOOD, the first in the brand new STAY series which releases this month. About: I wrote my first book at twelve years old. I bound it in a folder, read it to my classmates, and haven’t stopped since. I hold a masters in English Literature and live in the beautiful Hudson Valley in upstate New York. I have two sons and a rescue dog who keep me active, stressed, joyous, and sad my house will never be truly clean. I’m passionate about horse racing, Scrabble, rescue dogs, Italian food, and wine—not necessarily in that order. What I’m looking for in my ideal reader match: A reader who likes to laugh out loud at the antics of the hero,…

Lauren Helms | Author Reader Match!
MatchMaker / May 25, 2018

Writes: Hi! I write new adult romance that is totally nerdy and playful romcoms with a touch of heart. About: I’m a thirty-something newish author who loves all things pop culture. I’m a SAHM of three, book publicist on the side, and read way more than I should…I mean who else is gonna load the dishwasher, fold the mounds of clothes and feed kids? I use to work in the video game industry which is how I came up with the plot of my Gamer Boy series. My newest release, ONE MORE ROUND features a sexy pro gamer and his “one that got away .” What I’m looking for in my ideal reader match: someone who enjoys pop culture refences someone who has at least a small amount of appreciation for video games someone who love characters that have some growing to do but are still loveable and real someone who loves a story with heart What to expect if we’re compatible: More sexy and sweet gamer boys To laugh, cry, maybe an eye roll here and there when reading my books A lot of nerdy shenanigans in my reader group ONE MORE ROUND by Lauren Helms Gamer Boy #2…

Author Reader Match with Lauren Layne
MatchMaker / May 22, 2018

  Instead of trying to find your perfect match in a dating app, we bring you the “Reader Match” where we introduce you to authors as a reader you may fall in love with. It’s our great pleasure to present Lauren Layne. Writes: I write contemporary romance, and I generally classify them as romantic comedies as they’re pretty heavy on the banter, and light on the angst, though I do love ripping your heart out along the way, before putting it back together with a swoon-worthy ending! My most recent endeavor is HOT ASSET (May 22nd), a Wall Street romance about a playboy in a suit who likes to bend the rules, and the by-the-book SEC investigator out to take him down … About: Thirty-something city girl seeks fans of rom-coms who appreciates smart heroines, and confident heroes who are both gentlemen and alpha. Author feels qualified to write such stories, as she lives in Manhattan with her husband of 11 years, who she met in … high school. What I’m looking for in my ideal reader match: Knows that snarky banter makes some of the best foreplay. Has a weakness for longing looks in which hero and heroine both…

Jennifer Blackwood | Author/Reader Match
MatchMaker / May 8, 2018

Instead of trying to find your perfect match in a dating app, we bring you the “Reader Match” where we introduce you to authors as a reader you may fall in love with. It’s our great pleasure to present Jennifer Blackwood. Writes : Hi everyone! I’m Jennifer Blackwood and I write contemporary romance and rom coms. My newest release is BURNING UP, a sexy firefighter romance that comes out May 8th. About : Thirty-something romance author seeking readers for sexy and funny firefighter book, with a free-spirited heroine who loves collecting planner supplies. Must love ruggedly handsome firefighter who has an almost-teenage daughter and extremely nosy family. What I’m looking for in my ideal reader match : Loves laughing at silly shenanigans, especially a television that is stuck on a certain…ahem… adult channel. Enjoys witty banter with snappy one-liners Falls for characters who are flawed but loveable Wants to spend their weekend swooning over secret moments Enjoys sexy men who will do anything for the women they love What to expect if we’re compatible : A backlist full of rom coms and humorous contemporary romances (plus more books releasing soon!). Giveaways in my reader group and newsletter. About Jennifer Blackwood…

Author Reader Match | Michelle Dayton
MatchMaker / April 18, 2018

Writes: Contemporary romance, humorous women’s fiction, and romantic suspense. Her STRANGE TANGO series, a trio of romantic heist novellas, feature Adam, a professional jewel thief who meets his match in Jess, a brilliant techie on the other side of the law. The trilogy was recently published by Carina Press and is available now! What I’m Looking For In My Ideal Reader Match: Readers who love sexual tension and witty banter. Readers who appreciate multi-dimensional characters. Adam might be a professional thief, but he has a strong moral compass. Readers who like to travel to different cities and countries within the pages of a book. Readers who like to see characters stumble headfirst into trouble … and use clever strategies to get themselves out. Readers who enjoy watching a relationship develop … whether it’s to friends, or lovers, or partners-in-crime. What to Expect If We’re Compatible: Expect to wonder if becoming a professional jewel thief might be something you’d like to pursue. After all, Adam and Jess make it seem exciting! (Never mind all those times they almost get caught or killed.) Expect to have a yearning to watch “The Thomas Crowne Affair” or old episodes of “Moonlighting.” Reading about or…

Author Reader Match | Liz Talley
MatchMaker / April 18, 2018

Instead of trying to find your perfect match in a dating app, we bring you the “Reader Match” where we introduce you to authors as a reader you may fall in love with. It’s our great pleasure to present Liz Talley. Writes: I write southern contemporary romance, and COME HOME TO ME, my April 17th release, is a contemporary romance with women’s fiction elements. About: Though I was born in Pennsylvania, I’ve lived most my life as a Louisiana girl. I stumbled into writing through my love of reading romances and found the place where I belong. I always say my mama used to spank me for telling stories but now I get paid for them. I’ve written twenty-five romances, ranging from deeply emotional to light and fun. When not writing, I love to fish, shop at TJ Maxx and work in the yard. I’m married to my childhood sweetheart (only man I’ve ever kissed), have two teenaged boys, three dogs and a mean kitty. What I’m looking for in my ideal reader match: A reader who loves coastal Southern towns A reader who likes multiple viewpoints – there are three in this one A reader who likes music –…

Reader/Author Match | Lynette Eason digs into ‘Oath of Honor’
Author Guest , MatchMaker / April 16, 2018

About: Busy, with an overactive imagination, Romantic Suspense author seeks readers for fast-paced stories with well-developed characters who they will relish getting to know and hate saying good-bye to. What I’m looking for in my ideal reader match: The idea of the perfect date includes a rainy afternoon settled in by the fire with all the doors locked. Be sure to have e-reader batteries charged or plenty of light for your paperback. Don’t forget the chocolates, perhaps your favorite drink—and your Glock on the end table. Because the suspense might leave you hearing things…like the creak of an opening door or footsteps in the hallway…you get the idea. How fun is that? Dreams of a pounding heart and flowing adrenaline each time they pick up the book. Falls in love with heroes who fall in love with strong women who can take care of themselves, but don’t mind a helping hand from time to time. Demands justice for the victims and cheers when the bad guys get it in the end! #alwaysahappyending Doesn’t mind reading about heart-tugging topics that make you want to go out and do your part to change the world—even if it’s just for one person. Someone…

Reader Author Match with Colleen S. Myers
MatchMaker / April 2, 2018

Are you a match with Colleen S. Myers? About: Forty-something romance author seeks readers for thoughtful, sexy, fun fantasy romance reminiscent of Twilight and Divergent. Her heroine is daring, and reclaiming her life after Madness killed most of the population, but left the vampires untouched. What I’m looking for in my ideal reader match: Their idea of the perfect date includes a Saturday night in wearing pajamas, stocked up in essentials of coffee and chocolate, and an ereader to explore new worlds Dreams of fantasy futures where anything can happen. Falls easily in love with dashing heroes who can sweep a lady off her feet. Likes thoughtful, sexy, fun reads about vampires and dystopian worlds. Doesn’t mind reading about sexy vampires and bar fights. Enjoys a fast-paced, emotional plot Thinks a cruise down the Ohio river would be fun! Loves Twilight for the vampires and Divergent for the world building freedom. What to expect if we’re compatible: Frequent books and novellas Frequent giveaways via my Reader Group and Facebook GIVEAWAY Tell us if you think she’s a match for you or not (sad face) but either way you’ll be entered to win a prize pack of goodies from Colleen along…

Maureen A. Miller | Reader Author Match
MatchMaker / March 28, 2018

Writes: Young adult and romantic suspense. My latest release, BENEATH, is a young adult adventure romance. It’s like a Disney adventure movie, but with a “best friend’s brother” romance thrown in! About: Former software technician turned romance novelist seeks readers who enjoy adventure, fantasy, and romance on–or below–the Atlantic Ocean. What I’m looking for in my ideal reader match: Must have an overactive imagination. Must like anything with mozzarella on it. Would rather read a book than watch the news. Is always looking for an adventure. Secretly wishes she could travel to another planet. Is fascinated by shipwrecks and ocean voyages. Loves a good romance! What to expect if we’re compatible: Books with page-turning adventure. “Head in the stars” romance. Way too many pictures of my Corgi. Newsletter updates with fun stuff you don’t find on the Facebook page. Plenty of giveaways! So many hugs! BENEATH by Maureen A. Miller An overnight fishing trip on the Atlantic Ocean… It was Stella Gullaksen’s final break before starting her freshman year at college. Joining her best friend, Jill, and Jill’s family aboard the STARKISSED, Stella wakes to a violent storm that capsizes the boat over a hundred miles off the New Jersey…