1–What is the title of your latest release? A CRUISE FLING 2–What’s the “elevator pitch” for your new book? Fired, dumped, and evicted, Mackenzie Laurel recharges on a cruise, where a fling might just be what she needs to turn her life around. 3–How did you decide where your book was going to take place? I’ve been on many cruises, so while on one I thought “this would be a great setting for a book!” I stuck with the Caribbean Islands, since that’s where I’ve visited the most. 4–Would you hang out with your heroine in real life? Oh, totally! Beyond Mac being hard of hearing like me, I think we’d have a blast together! 5–What are three words that describe your hero? Cocky, withdrawn, sincere 6–What’s something you learned while writing this book? Able bodied characters are overrated. I really enjoy writing disabled main characters and I find it lends a lot to my stories, because disabled characters deserve love, too. 7–Do you edit as you draft or wait until you are totally done? I fix up a few things here and there as I draft, but mostly I word-vomit and then clean…
1–What is the title of your latest release? SECOND CHANCE ALASKA 2–What’s the “elevator pitch” for your new book? A lighthouse keeper who lost his family at sea finds a second chance at love and happiness with the local bookstore and museum owner, who happens to be his best friend. 3–How did you decide where your book was going to take place? This is the third full book in the Wild Coast, Alaska series and this series is a spin-off series to my Wild River, Alaska series. But originally, I decided to set these stories in Alaska because of its rugged beauty and mysterious charm. It was the perfect place to set a fictional town famed for its mythology. 4–Would you hang out with your heroine in real life? She owns a bookstore…so YAY! 5–What are three words that describe your hero? Dependable, kind-hearted and protector. 6–What’s something you learned while writing this book? The research on the history of lighthouse keeping was truly fascinating! I learned so much more than I could ever include in the book, but I’ve definitely added snippets of what I learned. For example, the real reason some lighthouse keepers went ‘mad’. It’s not what…
1–What is the title of your latest release? BAYOU BELOVED 2–What’s the “elevator pitch” for your new book? Two rival lawyers in a quirky small-town battle it out in court, but behind the scenes, each is falling for the enemy. 3–How did you decide where your book was going to take place? I think small town Louisiana is the perfect place for this book. I’ve written several books set in fictional Papillon, Louisiana, and Quaid, the hero, has been a part of all of them. For the heroine, this is a coming home book. A small town feels warm but for the heroine, this relationship with her family and the town is complex. 4–Would you hang out with your heroine in real life? Absolutely. Jayna is very serious but she’s also fun. I think we would have a lot to talk about. 5–What are three words that describe your hero? Loyal, loving, funny 6–What’s something you learned while writing this book? I learned a lot about the law. Specifically, property laws in Louisiana. The case they’re deeply involved in concerns property laws. It sounds dry and boring, but this is a quirky small town and the way they solve it…
Book Title: THE WEDDING AT MOONGLOW BAY Character Name: Samantha Ginelli How would you describe your family or your childhood? I grew up in the foster care system after my parents were killed in a tornado that I survived. Finally, I was adopted by my forever family, the Dellaneys. What was your greatest talent? I’m good at match. Significant other? It’s really, really complicated. Biggest challenge in relationships? Setting boundaries. Where do you live? Moonglow Cove, Texas. Do you have any enemies? Yes, an irritating social media influencer named Victor Jorge. How do you feel about the place where you are now? Is there something you are particularly attached to, or particularly repelled by, in this place? I love Moonglow Cove—the beach, the sand, the moonglow pears, the people. It speaks to my soul. Do you have children, pets, both, or neither? I have a seven-year-old daughter named Destiny. She’s the light of my life. What do you do for a living? I’m an accountant. Greatest disappointment? That I didn’t meet Luca first. Greatest source of joy? Destiny. What do you do to entertain yourself or have fun?…
1–What is the title of your latest release? THE LOVE WAGER 2–What’s the “elevator pitch” for your new book? Two singles team up to help each other find The One, but might just end up falling for each other, instead. 3–How did you decide where your book was going to take place? I chose Omaha because it’s where I live, and there was no reason not to set it here. (It’s a great city lol). 4–Would you hang out with your heroine in real life? Absolutely. She’s sarcastic and a little foul-mouthed; my favorite kind of friend! 5–What are three words that describe your hero? Fun, sarcastic, hilarious (also hot and swoony because ROMANCE). 6–What’s something you learned while writing this book? I actually discovered while writing this book that I write better at 4am than 11pm. I’ve always been a burning-the-midnight-oil writer, so this has blown my mind. 7–Do you edit as you draft or wait until you are totally done? Both. For the most part I wait until I’m done, but the first chapter seems to get edited every time I open the doc. 8–What’s your favorite foodie indulgence? I’m such a child regarding food (aka picky). I…
1–What is the title of your latest release? SECOND TIME AROUND 2–What’s the “elevator pitch” for your new book? Mallory Farrell gives up her design career and oversized empty nest to transform her grandmother’s cheesy tourist shop into a beautiful interior design store called “Romancing the Home.” Despite opposition from local developer Grayson Matthews, her venture is so successful she is featured on a new home improvement show. But there’s a hitch. The TV show also wants to film Mallory’s apartment above the chic shop—and it’s a disaster area. That’s where Grayson and his construction crew step in to lend a hand. 3–How did you decide where your book was going to take place? I love the beautiful Oregon Coast. It used to be our second home, and I’ve set lots of books there. After we sold our little beach cabin, I’ve lived there vicariously by writing about it. 4–Would you hang out with your protagonist in real life? Absolutely! Like Mallory, I love interior design. At one time I worked for a very talented designer and considered a career in it. But I soon discovered I preferred writing. Still, I dabble in it from time to time, in my…
As his rioting pulse quieted, Hunter made no move to release Jodi. Though he felt numb in body and soul, he’d had the forethought to turn to his back, but he’d taken her with him. She was a small, warm weight resting on his heart, one slender thigh draping his, her fingers idly toying with his chest hair. When she spoke, he forced himself to focus. “Big men used to unsettle me.” She turned her face up to his. “I know my own ability, and against someone twice my size, I’m outgunned on muscle alone.” He was twice her size—but he would use that advantage to protect her, to shield her from ugliness, as much as she would allow him to. Letting his hand drift to her ass, he cuddled a bare cheek and waited. Jodi squirmed against him. “When I met the McKenzies, I realized how overbearing big guys can be. They would never hurt me, but they always wanted to stand in my way.” “To keep you safe,” Hunter rumbled, amazed that he could find his voice when every bone, muscle and bit of sinew in his body was currently lax. “Yup,” she said. “Even when it’s not…
I’m so excited about my new release COWBOY WILD. I’m excited about every new release, but you know, some books are self-indulgent, and this is one of them. Why? It’s all about the tropes, and this one is stacked with quite a few of my favorites. Best friend’s little sister Age gap First love (virgin trope) Enemies/ish to lovers Why do I love these tropes? Well, mostly, it’s the tension. All three of these tropes have a lot of tension built into them, and any chance I get to layer the tension on, I’m happy. What do I love about best friend’s little sister books? It’s actually adjacent to what I love about one of my other favorite tropes – friends to lovers. I always love the moment when they see each other in a new light for the first time. And I especially love that in a best friend’s little sister book because it’s SO challenging for the hero when he’s put the heroine in a box, and she defies his expectations and tempts him. Friendship is really powerful, and for attraction to compromise that friendship speaks to the power of the attraction. I love it. Age…
What inspired you to use a dancing theme for a romance series? Do you enjoy dancing? While I am not a dancer by any stretch of the imagination, I’ve always loved watching dance movies (“dansicals,” I call them), and I’m a big fan of Dancing with the Stars. Dance tells a story through movement and has the power to touch the viewer emotionally, and I admire the hard work and dedication that goes into being a professional dancer. That combined with the high-pressure world of a reality TV dance competition made for a fun and challenging setting for a romance series. In TAKE THE LEAD, you also have the main characters involved in reality TV. Are you a fan? If so, which shows or types of reality shows? I’ve definitely watched more than my fair share of reality shows! When I watch, I play a game to spot the metaphorical hand of the producer manipulating the storyline and try to guess what’s real and what’s manufactured. But for the most part I prefer shows where the participants go on (what seems to be) a genuine inner growth journey, which is why I like Dancing with the Stars. It’s not…
1–What is the title of your latest release? NOT THE PLAN 2–What’s the “elevator pitch” for your new book? Isadora Maris is damn good at her job. After nearly a decade in state politics, she’ll soon be managing her boss’s campaign for U.S. representative and will finally land her dream role: congressional aide in Washington, D.C., where she can really make a difference. But Isadora’s cool professionalism is knocked off-kilter when she meets the gorgeous and intelligent Karim Sarda. The catch? Their bosses are fierce political rivals, and Isadora can’t tarnish her reputation by flirting with the enemy—no matter how flushed she feels whenever he enters the room. Still processing the wounds from his former marriage, Karim is ready for a fresh start. But he can’t hide his attraction to Isadora’s commanding presence and her softer side beneath the surface. When the two succumb to their undeniable chemistry, their initial desire grows into something more—something real where each can vulnerably share their personal traumas and challenges. But as Karim’s boss seeks control of the California Senate, Isadora questions if she can truly trust Karim and worries that everything she worked for could be destroyed. Will workplace politics shatter their chance…