Tag: Romance
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Romantic Suspense Author Shares Publishing Journey & New Book
Last week I got to share an interview with Tee O’Fallon, a romantic suspense author. She is also the author of the Federal K-9 series, the K-9 Special Ops series, and the NYPD Blue & Gold series. Tee traditionally published her first three series but for series number four, she’s trying out the independent (indie)…
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Here We Go Again! Rohan of the Ruin: Part IV
It is currently beautiful in the middle of the United States! The 50 and 60-degree weather days are wonderful compared to the ridiculous cold of last week. With the nice weather, staying inside to write has been difficult to convince myself to do, but here I am! Last week when we left Rohan and Faelynn,…
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Part III of the New Writing Prompt Wednesday is Here!
In my corner of the world, we are thoroughly snowed in. It has snowed all day today and the temperature has dropped into ridiculous temperatures, at least by my standards. I guess it’s the perfect time for a little more Rohan of the Ruin writing prompt! Last week’s Writing Prompt Wednesday (WPW) introduced us to…
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Happy Valentine’s Day (or Not)
February 14th! Some look forward to this day, while others dread it. Others prefer Valentine’s Day for the dark and bloody origin story. Whether you celebrate the day of love or despise it with your entire being, it’s nearly impossible to escape the red hearts and candy that decorate store shelves and shop windows. I…
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5 Reasons to Love Romance Novels Beyond the Chili Peppers
The romance genre is so diverse and full of tropes that we love to hate, allowing readers to practically pick and choose what we read at any given time. Want a grumpy/sunshine with an age gap? No problem! Interested in a protector romance with enemies-to-lovers vibes, oh, and throw-in werewolves? Absolutely! Ask an avid romance…
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If You Love Dragons, Rejoice! 5 Romantasy Reads for You in the New Year
Dragons represent power, heat, strength, and often an intimate bond of friendship that goes beyond typical human comprehension, but not beyond what we may desire from such a friendship. Dragon bonds are typically eternal and woven into a person’s existence that neither can exist without the other. Maybe that’s why we love dragon stories so…
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Modern Royalty? An Empire at Stake? Love on the Line? Check Out This Book Beauty’s Review!
It seems that winter decided to hit most of the nation all at once, including This Book Beauty. My kids have been home on winter break for an entire extra week, and man, am I ready for them to go back to school. Their brains need the mental stimulation, and I need a break for…
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Most Anticipated Romantasy(ish) Books for the New Year!
The holiday season is in full swing and getting ready to wrap up. The evidence of our awesome Christmas celebration lay littered all over the living room floor and the family gatherings are STILL not complete. We’ve celebrated with great food and good company. My husband understood the assignment and went all-out on my Christmas…
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5 Romantasy Reads You Need to Devour Before 2025
2024 is almost at its conclusion and 2025 is ready to barge in, which is incredibly insane. 2024 feels like it flew by in a blur of screaming children and intense deadlines of my own creation. I’ve also heard, as you get older and children grow up, the years seem to go faster and faster.…
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The Final Chapter Has Arrived! The Thrilling Conclusion is Now!
Chapter 10: Welcome to the final chapter of the first Writing Prompt Wednesday! I’ve learned a lot during this process; Writing Prompt Wednesday will likely be relegated to semi-flash fiction. This has been fun, but this has been a lot! Let me know if you’d prefer to see something different or if you have any…
