Friday, December 7, 2018

Release Blitz ~ Wings of an Angel - The Friendly Beasts of Faraday: Book 4 by Shanna Hatfield


Title: Wings of an Angel
Author: Shanna Hatfield
Genre: Holiday Romance
Publication Date: December 7th, 2018
Hosted by: Lady Amber’s PR

Blurb:
The last thing she needs is a romance . . .

The first thing he intends to do is make her fall in love

Veterinarian Angela Carol escaped her past and started a brand new life in the friendly community of Faraday. Her charming little boy, Nick, a thriving practice, and a comfortable home are all she needs to be happy. At least that’s what she continually tells herself. But her traitorous heart longs for Nick’s teacher, a man who’s become her best friend. With no intention of falling in love again, she struggles to keep her thoughts and heart in line where Drake is concerned.

Drake Miller had plans to be the next NBA star, but when an injury left him sidelined in college, he decided to teach and return to his hometown of Faraday. There’s nothing he enjoys quite as much as shaping the minds of the first grade students in his classroom, unless it’s making Angela Carol smile. The first time he saw her, he knew he was a goner, but the widow has made it clear she has no interest in getting involved in a relationship. How can he prove to her that it’s worth taking a chance on love?

The unlikely team of Nick, along with his pet sheep, Shep, and a dove named Jasper, work to spread a little romance along with holiday cheer. Will their efforts be enough to unite Drake and Angela in time for a Christmas miracle?

Enjoy discovering the answer in this sweet Christmas romance filled with the spirit of the season and tenderness sure to touch your heart.

˃˃˃ Read all four sweet romances in The Friendly Beasts of Faraday series!
* Scent of Cedar (Book 1) - A woman in need of a new beginning finds herself tormented by a camel and captivated by the town's bad boy. Can she overcome her fears to embrace a sweet holiday romance?

* Tidings of Joy (Book 2)- Only one woman can draw a shy mail carrier out of his shell, but it will take the help of her donkey and puppy to make it happen.

* Boughs of Holly (Book 3)- A free-spirited nurse winds up on a ranch with a stubborn cowboy and his matchmaking grandpa. Will love triumph over her need to roam?

* Wings of an Angel (Book 4) - Will a fun-loving teacher convince a woman sworn off romance to give love a second chance? He'll need a hand from her son and his furry, feathered friends.

Buy Link:
Scent of Cedar: https://amzn.to/2RUCHah
Tidings of Joy: https://amzn.to/2Ts3Ans
Boughs of Holly: https://amzn.to/2rmhHxX
Wings of an Angel: https://amzn.to/2Pjz0cy





USA Today Bestselling Author Shanna Hatfield writes character-driven romances with relatable heroes and heroines. Her historical westerns have been described as “reminiscent of the era captured by Bonanza and The Virginian” while her contemporary works have been called “laugh-out-loud funny, and a little heart-pumping sexy without being explicit in any way.”

Convinced everyone deserves a happy ending, this hopeless romantic is out to make it happen one story at a time. When she isn’t writing or indulging in chocolate (dark and decadent, please), Shanna hangs out with her husband, lovingly known as Captain Cavedweller.

Shanna is a member of Western Writers of America, Women Writing the West, Romance Writers of America, Sweet Romance Reads, Cowboy Kisses, and Pioneer Hearts.

Author Links:

Buy Link:
Scent of Cedar: https://amzn.to/2RUCHah
Tidings of Joy: https://amzn.to/2Ts3Ans
Boughs of Holly: https://amzn.to/2rmhHxX
Wings of an Angel: https://amzn.to/2Pjz0cy




Thursday, December 6, 2018

Book Tour & Giveaway ~ Christmas in Smithville - The Hometown Series: Book 4 by Kirsten Fullmer


Christmas
in Smithville
The
Hometown Series Book 4
by
Kirsten Fullmer
Genre:
Contemporary Romance

Even
though Gloria is determined to change her reputation, most of the
women in town still think she’s a tramp. Sure, she may have dressed
a little flashy and dated pretty much every single guy in town, but
that’s the past. Now that she wants to make a fresh start, will
Smithville give her a second chance?





Ned
has heard all the gossip, but being the Sheriff’s Deputy, he sees
all the kind things Gloria does behind the scenes for the folks of
Smithville. It looks like the upcoming Christmas Pageant will offer
him the opportunity to spend time with her, but can he overcome a
frustrating stutter and talk to her, face to face?

Your
favorite characters from the Hometown Series bring craziness, love,
and Smithville Christmas style, to a whole new romance about
overcoming your past and sharing your deepest secrets. Fall in love
and be swept away with the Christmas Eve celebration of your dreams.








Hometown
Girl at Heart
Hometown
Series Book 1

Hometown
Girl After All
Hometown
Series Book 2

Hometown
Girl Forever
Hometown Series Book 3

Hometown
Girl Again
Hometown Series Book 5


Kirsten
grew up in the Western US and graduated from high school in
1984. She married soon there after and quickly built a family.
With three young children and number four on the way, she returned to
college in 1992. Her career as a draftsman included many settings
ranging from a steel fabrication shops to prestigious engineering
firms. Balancing family life with the workplace forced her to
become the queen of multitasking. In 2001, bored with the cubical
life, she moved on to teach drafting in technical college, then to
opening her own consulting firm teaching 3D engineering software. Due
to health problems, Kirsten retired in 2012 to travel with her
husband for his job. She now works writing romance novels and enjoys
spoiling her three grandchildren. Since 2017 Kirsten has lived and
worked full time in a 40' travel trailer with her husband and her
little dog Bingo.




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Christmas Countdown 2018 ~ Miss Dashwood's Dilemma - An Authentic Regency Romance by Arabella Sheraton




Arabella Sheraton grew up on a diet of Jane Austen, the Bronte sisters, and many other writers of that period. From Jane Austen to Georgette Heyer, Arabella has found both enjoyment and inspiration in sparkling, witty Regency novels. She also loves history and generally finds the past more fascinating than the future. Arabella wrote her first Regency romance to entertain her aged mom who loved the genre. Arabella is honoured to share the adventures of her heroes and heroines with readers.














In this delightful traditional Regency romance,
Miss Diana Dashwood accepts an invitation to Lady Prescott's Christmas party at
Camden House, in the countryside. But things do not go quite as she imagined.
Through an unexpected event, she is forced to spend the night in a woodsman's
hut with one of the guests. What a scandal! 
Of course, Sir Gareth Blakely must
propose, and he does. Unfortunately, Miss Diana Dashwood has already been
engaged to and broken off her engagement from Sir Gareth Blakely after a bitter
quarrel. Is it likely she will bow to social pressure and accept his proposal,
one made only to save her reputation, and if they marry, does their union stand
a chance of survival? 
And what about the pretty heiress, Miss Jemima Plymstock,
whom everyone thinks is the lady Sir Gareth had his eye upon? Headstrong and
proud, Miss Diana Dashwood is caught in a dreadful dilemma. A must-read for
Regency fans!



Snippet:

“Sir Gareth Blakely,
ma’am,” Patsy whispered in tones of awe as she cast a terrified glance at
Diana.
Mama, who’d
been dozing in her chair, her lace cap askew, opened her eyes and looked up,
startled. “What? What did you say about Sir Gareth, Patsy?”
Diana froze.
Impossible. He could not be here. He would never come here, not after what had
transpired between them. She took refuge in indignation. How inconsiderate of
him to just spring a visit upon them, knowing there was no reason for any
further communication. Any man with a shred of decorum would have penned a
polite note and asked to make a suitable time at their convenience. What did he
want after all this time?

She opened her
mouth, but no words came out. The book she’d been trying to read slipped from
her fingers and fell to the floor. She leaned down to pick it up. Just the
simple action made her head swim.







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Tuesday, December 4, 2018

Planner Sticker Collection and Organization



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Christmas Countdown 2018 ~ Christmas Secrets by Donna Hatch





Donna Hatch is the author of the best-selling “Rogue Hearts Series,” and a winner of writing awards such as The Golden Quill and the International Digital Award. A hopeless romantic and adventurer at heart, she discovered her writing passion at the tender age of 8 and has been listening to those voices ever since. She has become a sought-after workshop presenter, and also juggles freelance editing, multiple volunteer positions, and most of all, her six children (seven, counting her husband). A native of Arizona who recently transplanted to the Pacific Northwest, she and her husband of over twenty years are living proof that there really is a happily ever after.




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A stolen Christmas kiss leaves them bewildered and breathless. A charming rogue-turned-vicar, Will wants to prove that he left his rakish days behind him, but an accidental kiss changes all his plans. His secret could bring them together...or divide them forever. 

Holly has two Christmas wishes this year; finally earn her mother's approval by gaining the notice of a handsome earl, and learn the identity of the stranger who gave her a heart-shattering kiss...even if that stranger is the resident Christmas ghost.










Snippet:

“There you are,” a low male voice murmured barely above a whisper.
With a squeak, she jumped.
A soft laugh came in reply and that same low voice said, “Forgive me for startling you.”
She tried to peer into the face of the dark figure nearby but looking at the brightness of the moonlight on the snow outside had all but blinded her. Which guest had come to the conservatory? She was supposed to remain here alone.
 A silhouetted male form neared. “You are so lovely.”
Was that Lord Bradbury? Did he truly think her lovely? He’d hardly exchanged two words with her since she and her parents arrived this morning. Who else might have come?
The figure sank into the next seat to her. Before Holly said a word, a warm, gentle, ungloved hand touched her cheek. She froze. A pair of lips pressed against hers. Soft, tender, invigorating, his kiss immobilized her. His lips moved across hers, testing, offering. He tasted faintly of citrus and cinnamon, exotic, and delicious. The heat of his lips lit an answering warmth inside. Oh heavens, she’d never imagined such a sensation! His lips continued to play with hers while a sweet ache formed. With both hands, he cradled her face, and deepened the kiss. An exquisitely delicious sensation carried her closer to an edge she never knew existed. An untouched place in her heart awoke and sang while the hot and cold tingles turned into a foreign longing. Every bone, muscle, and sinew in her body turned to liquid more decadent than the chocolate she liked to drink every morning.
She sighed. A soft male moan came in reply. The kiss ended but his soft lips planted tiny kisses along her cheek, her eyelids, her brow. Holly remained motionless, spellbound by the beauty and power of the kiss. His hands withdrew. She kept her eyes closed another heartbeat, unwilling to release the sensations shooting through her. Who had kissed her? And why?
Surely it was Lord Bradbury. Why else would he have encouraged her to come seeking a ghost? She opened her eyes.
She sat alone.






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Monday, December 3, 2018

Christmas Countdown 2018 ~ The Spirit of Christmas by Lauraine Henderson





Lauraine Henderson lives with her husband, dog and cat on 68 acres of woodland 40 miles north of Portland, Oregon. After growing up in Oregon, they moved their family of three children to Utah. From there they moved to Hawaii and Arizona, finally coming back to Oregon in 2015. Their three children, two girls and a boy are all grown and live across the United States. 

After being a professional bookkeeper for over twenty years, she turned her hobby of writing into her first published novel in 2016. She loves to write inspirational romance and romantic comedy and hopes her readers will be both entertained and uplifted by her stories. When she’s not writing, she’s working her way through online university, loves to paint (watercolors, oils, and acrylics), sew, knit, crochet, make beaded jewelry, and read (of course!).








George Stone can’t wait for the Christmas season to be over and his employees, especially his executive assistant, Kathryn Gleason, focused once again on their work. When a missing report requires George to stop in at Kathryn’s parents’ home the day before Christmas Eve, he ends up as an unexpected guest. Between the haunting journals of his late grandfather and the unsettling dream of an unhappy future, George is swept away by the magic of Kathryn’s charm and her family’s love. 



Will the Spirit of Christmas show George the happiness he’s missing and will Kathryn’s warmth and beauty melt his cold heart?








Snippet:

After several minutes, dripping onto the floor, George wondered if anyone besides the sprite who had disappeared down the hall knew he was there.
He called out, “Hello!”
Nothing.
“Hello!” he called again.
“Hello?” came the uncertain answer.
“Is Kathryn Gleason here?”
“Mr. Stone?” The woman behind the voice turned the corner of the kitchen and George drew in a surprised breath. Kathryn was covered head to toe in flour, a red apron with the image of Mrs. Claus fashioned across the front covering a forest green sweatshirt and jeans. Her bare feet peeked out from the bottom of her pants. Soft brown hair, which was usually held back in a tight bun for work fell from a loose pony tail and tickled the sides of her face. The brilliance of her dark green eyes gave the impression she had selected her eye color just for the holidays, but the glitter he saw in them shook him to the core. His staid, low-key, albeit sweetly humming assistant caused him to shiver and another chunk of ice melted from his heart.
Then she smiled and it was as though the sun came out in the middle of the room.
George tried to swallow and felt as though his legs wouldn’t hold him much longer. He looked around for somewhere to sit.


“Please come in!” Kathryn invited. “We’re just finishing the last of the Christmas cookies.”







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