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♫♪ It’s the most event-full time of the year ♪♫

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It has been one week since the release of my latest novel, Shadows of Swanford Abbey. It’s been a busy time of preparing for the in-person launch party as well as participating in online chats about the new book, and writing a talk I will be giving at a women’s Christmas event in a few days. All good things and I’m thankful (and a wee bit tired :) ). Hosting an in-person launch after two … [Read more...]

My Recipe for Christmas Romance

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As far as I'm concerned, Christmas novellas are the Christmas cookies of the literary world. Small, sweet, and affordable! Since this is the time of year when we love to make favorite old recipes as well as try new ones, I thought I'd share the recipe I used when baking up my Christmas novella, You and Me. I started with a generous amount of the hero, Connor. I envisioned Connor first as a … [Read more...]

Two MUST SEES on the Big Screen

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Yesterday Joe and I had a mini-date and went to see Christmas with The Chosen, and oh... I cannot recommend it highly enough. If it's in a theater near you (click the image to find out) and you have time to go, please do. Not only to support the series but because it is phenomenal! I loved every minute and am eager to see it again. The movie is doing REALLY well in the theaters too, which is … [Read more...]

Nice to Meet You!

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Hello!   First, let me thank my friend Lynn Austin, who for seven YEARS has filled this spot on the first and third Monday of every month. I am honored to follow in her experienced steps, and grateful for the opportunity to share some thoughts with you each month. Lynn, thank you for a job well done.  You will be missed.  If we’ve never met—online or through the pages of a … [Read more...]

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