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She's the only one who can see through his golden boy façade to the broken god within...


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The Girl Next Door ... All Grown Up!


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Great Reads, Fabulous Deals in June


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Sandra D. Bricker | Finding the Rhythm ... ~ Comment To Win

I've always loved music. And musicians too, but that's a different story. One well-chosen piece of music can change my whole mood. And a long Read More...

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Dave Jackson | Moments of Intense Fellowship ~ Comment To Win

The characters in Neta Jackson's Yada Yada novels are definitely three-dimensional. But sometimes even she doesn't know Read More...

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Jocelyn Green | Behind the Scenes: The Making of a Book Trailer ~ Comment To Win

Publishing and promoting a book is definitely a team effort, and one of the teams whose work I am most fascinated by is the one who created the book trailers Read More...

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Nicole Flockton | Friends

How important are friends in your life? For me they are the people that are there and have your back no matter what. Today I'm going to talk about Read More...

Breaking News

Kickstarter: Morganville: The Web TV Series

Morganville: The Series - a high quality web TV series based on the international bestselling Morganville Vampires novels by Rachel Caine

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Author News

Caridad Pineiro Book Update

Caridad Pineiro will be re–releasing NOW AND ALWAYS and FAITH IN YOU, her two very first books, in late June and July respectively. These books will be available Read More...

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I'm in a Multi-Author Box Set - three for the price of one!

Trish Milburn, MJ Fredrick and I have something in common. We all finaled in the Romance Writers of America's Golden Heart Contest in 2003 and became fast friends. Actually Read More...

Author News

Historical Irish Western Series - re-released by C.H. Admirand

I'm delighted to be re-releasing my Irish Western Series in e-book and trade paperback format! The original series was released in hardcover for the library market. I Read More...

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Drenched in Love

My most recent book, MO'S HEART, is about a man who loves a woman, with all her faults and Read More...

News and Announcements

AMAZING $1.99 sale—Julie Anne Long's Pennyroyal Green series!!

Every title in Bestselling Author Julie Anne Long's acclaimed Pennyroyal Green series is on sale for just $1.99 for a limited time at all major e-book retailers Read More...

Fun in the Sun!

Blueberry Peach Cobbler

Ingredients Fruit: 4 ripe peaches, about 1 pound 2 cups fresh blueberries 1 cup sugar 1 tablespoon instant tapioca 2 tablespoons salted butter, cut into chunks Cobbler Top: 1 1 Read More...

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Rahima Warren | Beyond Escapism: Fantasy that Inspires and Heals

Can reading a fantasy story be healing for the reader? Isn't reading fantasy just a fun escape from humdrum reality? In some cases, yes. But I have found a Read More...

Fun in the Sun!

Blueberry Peach Cobbler

Ingredients Fruit: 4 ripe peaches, about 1 pound 2 cups fresh blueberries 1 cup sugar 1 tablespoon instant tapioca 2 tablespoons salted butter, cut into chunks Cobbler Top: 1 1 Read More...

Fun in the Sun!

Skinny Shake

I've been making Dr. Joel Fuhrland's Skinny Shake recipe since January, but it's even more perfect for summer. It's easy, fast, delicious, cool, and packed with Read More...

Fun in the Sun!

Ann Lawrence's Summer Reading List Plus a Fruit Delight

What I'll be reading this summer . . . HOW TO BE THE MOTHER OF THE GROOM. I don't know if this book really exists, but I need to Read More...

Fun in the Sun!

Old Memories and New Ideas

When I was growing up, we drove from North Carolina to Florida to see my dad's brother's family every year. My parents always tried to find one educational Read More...

Fun in the Sun!

Summer reads

I have a huge TBR pile, and my plan is to dive right in and get busy. Tana French's Broken Harbor is next on my list, and then I Read More...

Fun in the Sun!

Creative Cooking

Normally I work in the summer as a Camp nurse, but not this year. So I will be creating new pasta salads, reading as much romance and paranormal romance as Read More...

Fun in the Sun!

Book List

I picked a book for each month: Heart Of Obsidian-Nalini Singh Cat Sitter's Cradle-Blaize and John Clement Debbie Macomber-Rose Harbor in Bloom Thankless in Death-J Read More...

Fun in the Sun!

Summer Books To Read

no choice but sedution - johanna lindsey highland scandal - julia london her last chanced - michelle albert sea glass - sheryl woods Read More...

Fun in the Sun!

Going to Fool's Gold

A few books on my Summer book list: Just One Kiss (Fool's Gold).........Susan Mallery Two of a Kind (Fool's Gold).........Susan Mallery Three Little Words (Fool'sGold Read More...

Fun in the Sun!

Fresh stir fried squash

Slice fresh squash along with some sweet onion, add to skillet with a tablespoon of butter. Cook five minutes, stirring, then shut off fire and cover. Let sit for ten Read More...

Fun in the Sun!

My Summer Plans

Due to my mom's health issues, my vacation plans are put on hold. So reading is my way to escape from the stress of everyday life. My reading lists Read More...

Fun in the Sun!

My reading plans this summer!

I want to read those "50 Shades of Grey" novels as well as "Goddess of Vengeance by Jackie Collins Read More...

Fun in the Sun!

Working

We are finally getting around to building a garage on our lot. Will be sure to find some down time to sit and read in the sun though Read More...

Fun in the Sun!

My summer reading list

6 book series: The Discovery - A Lancaster County Saga by Wanda Brunstetter Girl Three by Tracy March Order of the Seers by Cerese Murphy Wind Chime Point by Sherryl Woods Read More...

Fun in the Sun!

Summer TBD

own the wind by Kristin Ashley fire inside by Kristin Ashley Read More...

Fun in the Sun!

Summer trip

My cousin had a baby this last winter so we are gonna go to Arkansas to go meet her.And theres a few places along the way i'd like Read More...

Fun in the Sun!

Local vacations

we live in Florida so we are going to take advantage of our annual passes for a few days at the new attractions at sea world which include the new Read More...

Fun in the Sun!

My summer vacation!

I am fortunate that I will be going to Norway and California this summer! 2 totally different places to explore! I will be bringing my Kindle and hope to find Read More...

Fun in the Sun!

Mary Jo's Happy / Sad Vacation plus Gazpacho recipe

I live in New Zealand (waves at Nalini!) , but grew up in SC. My Father in Law passed away last month and my husband and I will spend all of Read More...

Fun in the Sun!

My Book List is long

I will not list all the books in my TBR pile as their are way too many. I am reading The Promise Box by Tricia Moyer right now. I never Read More...

Fun in the Sun!

Salads without sand

I will be home this week for a stay-cation and will be making potato and macaroni salads, but I would rather be at the beach even if it meant Read More...

Fun in the Sun!

Summer reading wishlist

Here are some of the books I want to read this summer: Hungry Like A Wolf by Christine Warren, Kinked by Thea Harrison, Affliction by Laurel K. Hamilton, Wolf Quest Read More...

Fun in the Sun!

Lots of Reading

I plan to do lots of reading this summer, and hope to take a vacation to visit family in California. I always love the plane ride because I get a Read More...

Fun in the Sun!

Mystery books

I plan to read a lot of mysteries this summer. I also have some romances that I need to read as well Read More...

Fun in the Sun!

Rainy Summer? Read a Good Book :-)

My summer reading list: TIGER MAGIC - Jennifer Ashley ONE SWEET RIDE - Jaci Burton FORGED IN STEELE - Maya Banks THE HUNTER - Monica McCarty ENTHRALLED - Mj.Brook/A.Day/L.Leigh/L Read More...

Fun in the Sun!

A "Snack" for Reading

I enjoy baking every now and then, maybe make something every week or two. A personal favorite would have to be Fudge No Bake Cookies that are a sure fire Read More...

Fun in the Sun!

Bears and Books

My plans are for spending the summer camping in Montana for a month and a half. Can not get enough of the beautiful mountains, lakes and creeks that prevail throughout Read More...

Fun in the Sun!

Great Summer Fun Reading List

I am going to spend my summer reading lots of books. My favorite past time. J R Ward's Lover at Last. Keri Arthur's Darkness Unmasked Jennifer Ashley's Read More...

Fun in the Sun!

Vacation on the Beach-- Or Not.

Just got back from vacationing, actually! Went to the beach. But the kicker? It was so hot, we never actually went to the beach! We had a blast shopping, though Read More...

Fun in the Sun!

Returning to the beach

At the end of August we're going back to the beach just north of Charleston, SC on the Isle of Palms. I haven't been there since 1999 - before Read More...

Fun in the Sun!

Summer Book List

Since I'm taking a summer class for work, my personal reading time is going to be at a bare minimum. I'm hoping to catch up with my Sandra Read More...

Fun in the Sun!

Fern Michaels

Grand kids are coming for a visit. First time without parents, They are exited but I think we are more. They will be here for 10 days then we are Read More...

Fun in the Sun!

Where in the Om Am I? by Sara Divello

Sara has invested years dutifully climbing the corporate ladder to become head of PR at a major financial services company, but can’t shake the feeling she’s not where Read More...

Fresh Takes from the Teen Shelves

Perfect Summer Reads for Young Adult

Perfect Summer Reads

Summer contemporary reads, chilling thrillers and frothy romance lead off a heavy hitting line-up of most excellent vacation reads. Lots of paranormal, supernatural thrillers Read More...

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Theresa Rizzo | Getting' Your Married On

If you grow up in a less than a Leave-it-to Beaver home environment like Catherine and Thomas did without good role models, there are bound to be some Read More...

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Susan Mallery | What Would You Do if You Came into a Lot of Money?

With more than 25 million books sold worldwide, New York Times bestselling author Susan Mallery is known for creating characters who feel as real as the folks Read More...

Breaking News

Kirkus Reviews | Four Wedding Romances To Enjoy in June

Unless you turn off all your devices you'll know a couple of things this June: one, something truly awful happened in a television series at an event titled "The Read More...

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Adrienne Giordano | Moments

I think it's safe to say there are moments for every writer when an idea flashes and we jump on that sucker with the force of a hurricane hitting Read More...

Fun in the Sun!

Summer is a Great Time for Strawberry Pizza!

Don't miss Lynne Marshall's favorite summer recipe: Strawberry Pizza! Easy to make and delicious to eat. Crust:

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CH Admirand | Writing, Readers and Characters

Help! The characters I shouldn't be listening to won't leave me alone—and for those that don't know me, I swear it's true. Here's Read More...

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Carolyn Brown | Tale of a Reluctant Author and one Charming Cowboy

Thank you, Miz Sara and all the folks at Fresh Fiction for asking me to visit your site again. It's always so much fun to prop up my feet Read More...

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Lucky Number 7: Jill Shalvis dishes on IT HAD TO BE YOU, pets & sexiness

Janene Cates Putman had a chance to talk to New York Times bestselling author Jill Shalvis about this Read More...

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Allie Pleiter | Real Life Passions in Fictional Books

Having been part of the prayer shawl ministry movement for years, I knew it was only a matter of time before it would work its way into one of my Read More...

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Jesse Hayworth | Granny George and the Green Chili

My new release, SUMMER AT MUSTANG RIDGE, is set at a family-run dude ranch where the cowboys are hunky Read More...

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Good Morning Texas: Summer Wedding Fever

Summer love is in the air and even if you're happily settled, or still looking, you can find wedded romance in a good book. Look through the eyes of Read More...

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Brent Hartinger | Is YA Becoming Too Trend-Driven?

There is nothing new under the sun, true, but does that mean that every other YA book has to feel so much like last year's big break-out hit Read More...

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Ruthie Knox | The Appeal of the Curious Hero

When readers learn the nickname I use for the hero of my latest book—Sean Owens, the "stuttering hacker"—they usually get caught on the "stuttering" part. A Read More...

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Ann Lawrence | The Joy of Sequel Characters

Don't you just love sequel characters? I know I do. I love returning to a series, discovering the new romance, but also learning more about the lives of the Read More...

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Anne Cleeland | The Allure of Intrigue: Why We Love Spy Stories

We can count on two things: James Bond will fall into bed with some mysterious beauty, and she will be either doomed or deceitful—which usually means she is Read More...

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Susanna Kearsley | Books That Influence

Last month the bookseller Waterstones in the UK launched an inspiring campaign that invited both writers and readers to share books that altered their lives in some meaningful way. Read More...

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Kathy Lyons | A Writer's Day

A Day in the Life of a USA Today Bestselling author Kathy Lyons (aka Read More...

Author News

WANTED: Wife by By Gwen Jones

(Avon Impulse | On Sale: 6/4/2013| ISBN: 9780062268044 | $2.99) If you love the humor and romance of Rachel Gibson and Susan Elizabeth Phillips, don Read More...

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Jodi Thomas | It's hard to leave Harmony

Once in a while I write a story that touches my heart. When I finish the book, I feel like I've been abducted in the middle of the night Read More...

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Jill Shalvis | Play list for IT HAD TO BE YOU

Ever wonder what music inspires an author when writing a book? Well, Jill Shalvis put together a playlist just for IT Read More...

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Zoë Archer | A New Type of Romance Hero

Romance heroes come in all forms.  From cowboys to SEALs to billionaire sheiks.  But when many readers think of a historical romance hero, often they tend to think of dukes Read More...

Author News

Lucy Monroe's June Update

I’m so excited that summer is arriving, for many reasons, but mostly because the dark dreary days of winter have passed. Well, here in the Northwest we still have Read More...

Sharon's Cozy Corner

June's Cozy Reads

The good old summertime is finally here! And with those brilliant days of sunshine and more leisure time comes a beach bag–full of cozy mysteries that will help Read More...

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Amy Lillard | Amish Romance: Beyond WITNESS

I am a romance writer first and foremost. I love the accidental touches, the stolen glances, the chaste kisses. So when I was given the opportunity to write an Amish Read More...

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Serena Chase | The Formula for a Fairy Tale

Have you noticed how fairy tales are simply everywhere lately? Humankind just can't seem to quench their desire for the sort of escape fairy tales provide. We find them Read More...

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Carla Laurenano | The Character in the Mirror

I have a confession to make. Andrea Sullivan, the heroine of FIVE DAYS IN SKYE, is me. No, I didn Read More...

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Laura Kaye | On Writing a Character Who Can't See

I'm very excited to be back at Fresh Fiction - I always love the opportunity to come hang out over here! I'm also very excited to be celebrating the Read More...

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Erin McCarthy | College Years - Best or WORSE?

Dear Reader, I was talking to a friend last night at the wine bar and I was mentioning writing a college age heroine, and she just sighed and said, "Wow Read More...

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One Book at a Time by Carolyn Hart

I agree with the Zen tenet of being in the moment. We can't change the past or foresee the future. What we have is now. For me, now is Read More...

Fun in the Sun!

Outer Banks Vacation

We rented a house in the Outerbanks firva week. I plan to pack a bunch if books, load my Kindle and sit in tha sand Read More...

Author News

Author Brings Book Trailer to the Big Screen In Select Markets to Promote Historic Fiction Thriller Novel

Theater Showings in Nashville and Destin Help Promote Book and Events

As you settle into the movie theater with your tub of popcorn, you think you Read More...

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Elisabeth Barrett | Second Chances

Who hasn't made a mistake? We all have; no one's perfect, after all. If you could go back and fix one mistake you've made in your life Read More...

Author News

Laura Kaye's South of Surrender Releases with Multiple Giveaways!

The third book in Laura Kaye's award–winning Hearts of the Anemoi series releases today. SOUTH OF SURRENDERRead More...

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Lori Roy | A Stranger Comes To Town

An interesting story is unfolding at the Roy household. I'm taking careful note of it as I'm often asked where I get my ideas for a book. Even Read More...

Interviews You Don't Want to Miss...

Q&A With Author Paul D. Parsons on Baden–Powell's Beads: London

Q—Your first book, Baden–Powell's Beads, is Memphis–based. Why did you set the second book in London? Parsons—The historical background for the Read More...

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Angela Ruth Strong | Writing Real

There are some taboo subjects in the Christian writing world—some that just don't get discussed as if they don't exist. Honestly, if you look at the Read More...

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Erynn Mangum | My Garden Is Made of Ice Cream

My husband and I have owned our house for about four and half years and in those four and a half years, we have redone our backyard approximately 92 times Read More...

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Ginger Garrett | Climbing Out of the Trash Can

I researched the novel on Jezebel's life, REIGN, for two years. Then I had to throw the first draft Read More...

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The Secret Life of Lecia Cornwall

Have you ever seen the wonderful Danny Kaye movie, The Secret Life of Walter Mitty? Danny plays a man with a very ordinary life. Actually, it's a Read More...

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J.J. Cook | One of my favorite things

Raindrops on roses are nice, but one of my favorite things is when a reader brings in a beat-up old copy of one of my books. I love to Read More...

Opinion about romance novels: reading, writing and buying our entertainment.

Kirkus Reviews | Fresh Fiction: Remembering Our Heroes

Our weekly article at Kirkus Reviews is up! It's about Memorial Day and books Read More...

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Alyse Carlson wants to know: Any Cure for Writer's Brain?

Not that I want to quit writing, but there are afflictions I think stem directly from the mind that is used to writing. Attention? Sorry, you can't Read More...

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Samantha Grace | Lady Vivian Defies a Duke: Insider Secrets

Hi, everyone! I'm Samantha Grace, author of the regency historaical romance Read More...

Interviews You Don't Want to Miss...

Best-Selling Author Fiona Lowe has Wedding Fever!

Tell us about Saved by the Bride and the Wedding Fever trilogy. What was your inspiration for this town about weddings?

The Wedding Fever trilogy idea Read More...

Author News

New from Bourbon Street Books: THE GENEVA OPTION
by Adam LeBor


"The Geneva Option is very good indeed. LeBor writes fiction with the scrupulous focus of the journalist Read More...

Author News

All Pennyroyal Green Titles only $1.99

Julie Anne Long's acclaimed and bestselling Pennyroyal Green historical romance Read More...

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STEALING HARPER by Molly McAdams - $1.99

The romance between Chase and Harper is not easy, but intense emotions make it impossible for them to stay apart. In Read More...

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Leah Rae Miller | Nerding out is for everyone

I remember this one time, when the first Harry Potter film came out. It was a midnight showing and I'd spent weeks practically building a witch's hat. It Read More...

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Jeannie Lin | Favorite Tropes Featured in THE SWORD DANCER

Two of my great loves are sweeping historical romances and martial arts adventures like "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon." My current release, Read More...

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Robin Bielman | My Book/Movie/TV Boyfriend Kissing Booth

I've never actually been to a Kissing Booth, I've just written about one in my new sweet and sexy romance, Read More...

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Kathleen Y'Barbo | Pinkerton Agents, Inventions, and the Charming Villain

Will Tucker is a handsome fellow with enough charm and drop-dead good looks to gain more than one wealthy fiancé. And he does. Not exactly hero material, is he Read More...

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Angela Breidenbach | How Real is Fiction?

Mara Keegan is a workaholic like many women I know, and like me. She's a native Montanan, widowed, a business owner, and mother of three. She's lost sight Read More...

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Cynthia Ruchti | Fractured Friendships

I'm one of those authors who doesn't have every detail mapped out before starting a story. I let imagination create a scene or concept, sometimes only a first Read More...

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