10.19.2021

Release Day Blitz: Nobody Does it Better by Samantha Chase

Wondering what's been going on in Magnolia Sound? New York Times bestselling author Samantha Chase is taking you back to your favorite small town with NOBODY DOES IT BETTER! Get your copy now and find out what happens when the hometown girl goes toe to toe with the sexy billionaire who wants to change everything she loves about her home.

About NOBODY DOES IT BETTER

A billionaire hell bent on transforming a sleepy coastal town. The hometown girl determined to do whatever it takes to stop him.

Peyton Bishop has big plans and big dreams when it comes to leaving her mark on Magnolia Sound. Her great-grandfather founded the coastal town and every generation before her has left their stamp. Now it’s her turn. But just as she takes the leap and makes plans to build her own restaurant, a sexy business mogul buys her dream property right from under her.

Ryder Ashford knows a good thing when he sees it, and he knows he’s found a gem with Magnolia Sound. He just needs to get the small town up to his standards first. He’s received nothing but praise from the locals so far, but that’s about to change because the bratty and beautiful café owner whose property he just snatched isn’t shy about calling him out on his plans. He should be annoyed she’s getting in his way, but he enjoys their verbal sparring too much.

Ryder’s a man who goes after what he wants, and what he wants is the best. He never thought that would turn out to be the one woman standing between him and his dreams.

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About SAMANTHA CHASE

Samantha Chase is a New York Times and USA Today bestseller of contemporary romance. She released her debut novel in 2011 and currently has more than forty titles under her belt! When she’s not working on a new story, she spends her time reading romances, playing way too many games of Scrabble or Solitaire on Facebook, wearing a tiara while playing with her sassy pug Maylene…oh, and spending time with her husband of 25 years and their two sons in North Carolina. 

10.13.2021

Book Blitz/Excerpt/Giveaway: Gingerbread & Jingle Bells by Caro Carson

Gingerbread & Jingle Bells by Caro Carson
Publication date: October 12, 2021
Genres: Adult, Contemporary, Holiday, Romance

You never get a second chance at a first kiss…

Eve Richards has made every sacrifice to become a rising corporate executive in the big city–until this December. Her grandmother needs help running the family bakery, so Eve is finally taking her unused vacation to return to her small hometown to count cookies instead of corporate cash.

Eve isn’t the only person returning to town. Her childhood sidekick, the recipient of her very determined (but fairly disastrous) first-ever attempt at a kiss, has returned as well. Daniel Shepherd, the once-shy boy from England, is now the town’s swoon-worthy new veterinarian. Grandma’s obvious matchmaking attempts are as mortifying as the memory of the awkward kiss that ended their friendship so many years ago, but the more time Eve spends with Daniel, the harder it is to resist the temptation to take a second chance at that first kiss.

But Daniel has come back to Masterson to put down roots; Eve will be gone after the holiday rush at the bakery. Nothing good could possibly come from letting herself fall for the man who was once her best friend.

A kiss before Christmas could be the key. Will it be the sweet ending to their childhood story…or will Eve risk everything for the chance to turn her first love into a forever love?

A heartwarming wintery romance from a USA Today Bestselling Author and RITA Award winner, set in a wonderfully unique 1980s setting. Perfect for fans of sweet and sincere happily-ever-afters.

“Caro Carson writes books that touch the heart; they’re witty, wise, emotional and filled with intricately layered, fascinating characters.”
–NEW YORK TIMES bestselling author RaeAnne Thayne

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EXCERPT

Eve clutched the apron to her chest, wishing she could rewind the conversation—and this time, keep her mouth shut. “Listen, the gingerbread giant is on the house. One-hundred percent discount. I don’t even work here. It was my goof. Please, don’t tell anybody about this. My grandmother always does everything right when it comes to the bakery.”

“I insist on paying for it. It’s even more festive now that you’ve fixed the damage.” He reached out to take the apron from her, admonishing her lightly in that posh British accent. “Besides, you cannot seriously think I would ever harm your grandmother’s reputation. She is kindness itself. She never charged me for a single cookie she gave me as a child.”

As a child? Eve searched his handsome face, its masculine angles appealing but unfamiliar. His smile lit his eyes, which were as warm and brown as rich gingerbread. Posh, British gingerbread…

“Oh, my goodness. I know you. You’re—”

“Jingle Bell!” the man shouted, as the brown dog came sprinting back into the kitchen.

Eve squealed in terror as she dove to save the freshly frosted giant, but with a stern sit and stay, the man stopped the dog in its tracks as if he were some kind of magician.

“My apologies,” he said. “She was a stray until quite recently. I’ve been working with her, but her instinct to steal food still overcomes her at times.”

“Daniel Shephard.” She pressed her hand over her hard-beating heart. “It’s me, Evie Richards. From fifth grade. I didn’t recognize you, now that you’re all…” She nodded toward his sharp black slacks, his narrow tie. Toward the broad chest that filled out a burgundy dress shirt. Up, way up, to those eyes. Hadn’t she been the taller one? “…all grown up, and—and tall. Do you recognize me?”

“Yes, of course.”

She dropped her hand. She liked to think she was a polished, worldly woman of business, but apparently, she didn’t look much different from a girl in cable-knit tights. She forced a chuckle. “I haven’t changed, huh?”

“We are standing in your family’s bakery. That’s quite the clue.”

“Right.” Her cheeks were warm. “This is such a coincidence, because I was thinking about you today with the snow flurries, and now here you are.”

Daniel crossed his arms over his chest and returned her gaze with an indulgent sort of smile, like he knew she was a little flustered as she tried to reconcile the boy she’d known with the man in her bakery.

He apparently was having no trouble seeing little Evie Richards in her. He didn’t look flustered in the least. Then again, he hadn’t been putting his foot in his mouth about discounts and patch jobs or yelping in terror at a dog.

She turned her back to him and picked up a wide box of cellophane wrap, taking two seconds to compose herself. Then she turned around like the brisk, efficient woman she was, ready to secure the giant cookie to its support board for the short trip to the veterinary clinic. “So, you’re back in town and going to the party. Who do you know at the vet’s office?”

Are you somebody’s date? Maybe he had a wife. She dropped her gaze to his hand.

He ruffled his dog’s ears affectionately.

Stop petting your dog. I want to see your ring finger.

“I am the vet, actually. Dr. Shephard, at your service.”


Author Bio

Despite a no-nonsense background as a West Point graduate and U.S. Army officer, Caro Carson has always treasured the happily-ever-after of a good romance novel. After her military service, she worked in the healthcare industry with a Fortune 100 company, talking science with doctors who were rarely handsome bachelor Texans like the doctors in her books. Now a USA Today bestselling author and RITA™award winner, Caro is delighted to be living her own happily-ever-after with her husband (who actually is a handsome Texan) and their two children. They live in the great state of Florida, a location which has saved the coaster-loving theme park fanatics a fortune on plane tickets.

"Caro Carson writes books that touch the heart; they're witty, wise, emotional and filled with intricately layered, fascinating characters." --NEW YORK TIMES bestselling author RaeAnne Thayne

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10.04.2021

Excerpt: Always by Shaw Hart

ALWAYS by Shaw Hart is out now! Check out the gorgeous new contemporary romance and grab your copy today!

Always by Shaw Hart

Genre: Contemporary Romance

About Always:

We started as friends. Evangeline “Evan” Rauley is a small-town girl. She was born and raised in Rosewood, Colorado, and while both of her friends left to go to college, she never had that luxury. She was raised by her mother and living on a single-parent salary was never easy. She’s been working the odd job since she was fifteen, saving up until she can finally afford to open her own nursery. Things are going smoothly until one day a blast from the past arrives back in town. Jasper “Mack” Mackelroy. He was Evangeline’s childhood crush, her friend, the guy who has fueled every one of her fantasies. He was also the town bad boy. Everyone always warned her to stay away from him, that he was nothing but trouble, but she never could resist the pull between them. It looks like some things never change… Join these three authors as they take you to the small town of Rosewood, CO and introduce you to three childhood best friends. They may have been apart when they left for college but now they’re back in town and back together. Follow them as they each meet and fall for their happily ever afters. Love small town romances? Love reading about tight knit groups of friends? Then this series is for you!

Always Excerpt:


I park in the lot of the Rosewood Market and head inside, grabbing a cart and pulling up my list as I go. I grab some fruit and vegetables, debate over the chip aisle, and make my way over to the frozen pizza. 

I gasp as my cart rams into someone else’s and I look up to see a blast from my past. 

“No bruises,” I mumble as I take in Jasper’s perfect face. 

I had the biggest crush on him when I was younger and I always thought that I would grow out of being into bad boys. 

That’s what Jasper was. The town bad boy. I remember that people used to say that he would be dead or in prison by the time that he turned twenty-five. 

Although, I never really understood that. He was always quiet and kind in school. He never bullied anyone, never acted out in class, nothing. 

The only thing that gave people the impression that Jasper was a troublemaker were the bruises. 

There wasn’t a week that went by where Jasper wasn’t sporting at least one new bruise. I used to wonder who he was fighting but we never got quite close enough for me to feel comfortable asking. I think that everyone in town was shocked when he enlisted right after high school and never came back.

“What was that?” Jasper asks, his grayish-blue eyes studying my face like he’s trying to memorize every detail. 

“Nothing! Welcome home,” I say, trying not to grimace at almost being caught. 

“Uh, thanks.”

“When did you get back?” I ask as we both move our carts out of the way of Mrs. Shamton. 

“Just last night.”

“What brings you back?” I ask, my eyes noticing the scars and his neck and chin and the white bandages on his left arm for the first time. He’s got a five o’clock shadow that is partially covering them and I didn’t see them at first. “Oh my gosh! Are you alright?” 

I reach out, trying to do I don’t know what, but I pull my hand back before I can touch him. 

“Yeah, I’m fine. The bandage just makes it look bad,” he says with a shrug but I can see him wincing and I know that it must still hurt. 

I wonder what happened, but just like when we were kids, I don’t feel close enough to ask him. 

“Are you on leave?” I ask. 

I know that he was in the military. Last I heard, he was overseas fighting. 

“No, I was medically discharged so I’m out.”

“So, you moved back home then?” 

“No, my father passed away. I’m here for the funeral and to sell his house.”

“Oh, I’m so sorry. I had no idea.”

“It’s alright. It wasn’t really any great loss.”

His words catch me off guard but I sidestep them. 

“I haven’t seen your dad in town in a while.”

“Yeah, I’m sure that he’s frequenting places that you have no business being,” he mumbles, his face darkening as he talks about his father. 

“Well, it’s still nice to have you back.”

“Thanks. I saw your nursery last night when I got to town. It looks good.”

“Thanks! I’m so excited for the opening. You should come. We’re going to do a raffle and have some food and drinks.”

“I’ll have to stop by,” he says with a small smile. 

That was the thing about Jasper. He never really smiled or showed other emotions. It was just those grayish-blue eyes taking everything in. 

My phone goes off and it’s my mom’s ringtone.

“I should get that,” I say apologetically. 

“No worries. It was nice seeing you again. We’ll have to grab dinner and catch up some more soon,” he says as he starts to push his cart past me. 

I can only stare after him as I wonder just what exactly he meant by that. 

Did Jasper Mackelroy just ask me out?


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About Shaw Hart

Shaw Hart is an Amazon Top 100 best-selling author of contemporary and New Adult romance. She loves writing instalove romances that always end in happily ever afters. She lives in a constant state of motion, chasing after her two children and three dogs. Shaw enjoys the simple things in life, like spending time with her family and friends. When she’s not doing that, she’s reading romance books, watching stand up comedies or crime TV shows. Her favorite book tropes are secret baby and boss/employee romances. She’s a big fan of James Acaster, Anthony Jeselnik, Nate Bargatze, and John Mulaney’s comedy. Her favorite TV shows are Psych, Burn Notice, Leverage, Barry, Bob’s Burgers, and New Girl. She’s a Pinterest addict, dog lover, tea snob, and a wannabe yogi. She also writes contemporary romance books under the pen name, Rebecca Wilder, and she’s one half of the paranormal romance duo, Skye Alder.  

 

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10.01.2021

Release Day Blitz: Always by Shaw Hart

ALWAYS by Shaw Hart is out now! 

Check out the gorgeous new contemporary romance and grab your copy today!

Always by Shaw Hart

Genre: Contemporary Romance

About Always

We started as friends.  Evangeline “Evan” Rauley is a small-town girl. She was born and raised in Rosewood, Colorado, and while both of her friends left to go to college, she never had that luxury. She was raised by her mother and living on a single-parent salary was never easy. She’s been working the odd job since she was fifteen, saving up until she can finally afford to open her own nursery. Things are going smoothly until one day a blast from the past arrives back in town. Jasper “Mack” Mackelroy. He was Evangeline’s childhood crush, her friend, the guy who has fueled every one of her fantasies. He was also the town bad boy. Everyone always warned her to stay away from him, that he was nothing but trouble, but she never could resist the pull between them. It looks like some things never change… Join these three authors as they take you to the small town of Rosewood, CO and introduce you to three childhood best friends. They may have been apart when they left for college but now they’re back in town and back together. Follow them as they each meet and fall for their happily ever afters. Love small town romances? Love reading about tight knit groups of friends? Then this series is for you!

Get Your Copy Today!

Read the Rosewood Series

Forever

Infinity

Exclusive Excerpt

I park in the lot of the Rosewood Market and head inside, grabbing a cart and pulling up my list as I go. I grab some fruit and vegetables, debate over the chip aisle, and make my way over to the frozen pizza. I gasp as my cart rams into someone else’s and I look up to see a blast from my past. “No bruises,” I mumble as I take in Jasper’s perfect face. I had the biggest crush on him when I was younger and I always thought that I would grow out of being into bad boys. That’s what Jasper was. The town bad boy. I remember that people used to say that he would be dead or in prison by the time that he turned twenty-five. Although, I never really understood that. He was always quiet and kind in school. He never bullied anyone, never acted out in class, nothing. The only thing that gave people the impression that Jasper was a troublemaker were the bruises. There wasn’t a week that went by where Jasper wasn’t sporting at least one new bruise. I used to wonder who he was fighting but we never got quite close enough for me to feel comfortable asking. I think that everyone in town was shocked when he enlisted right after high school and never came back. “What was that?” Jasper asks, his grayish-blue eyes studying my face like he’s trying to memorize every detail. “Nothing! Welcome home,” I say, trying not to grimace at almost being caught. “Uh, thanks.” “When did you get back?” I ask as we both move our carts out of the way of Mrs. Shamton. “Just last night.” “What brings you back?” I ask, my eyes noticing the scars and his neck and chin and the white bandages on his left arm for the first time. He’s got a five o’clock shadow that is partially covering them and I didn’t see them at first. “Oh my gosh! Are you alright?” I reach out, trying to do I don’t know what, but I pull my hand back before I can touch him. “Yeah, I’m fine. The bandage just makes it look bad,” he says with a shrug but I can see him wincing and I know that it must still hurt. I wonder what happened, but just like when we were kids, I don’t feel close enough to ask him. “Are you on leave?” I ask. I know that he was in the military. Last I heard, he was overseas fighting. “No, I was medically discharged so I’m out.” “So, you moved back home then?” “No, my father passed away. I’m here for the funeral and to sell his house.” “Oh, I’m so sorry. I had no idea.” “It’s alright. It wasn’t really any great loss.” His words catch me off guard but I sidestep them. “I haven’t seen your dad in town in a while.” “Yeah, I’m sure that he’s frequenting places that you have no business being,” he mumbles, his face darkening as he talks about his father. “Well, it’s still nice to have you back.” “Thanks. I saw your nursery last night when I got to town. It looks good.” “Thanks! I’m so excited for the opening. You should come. We’re going to do a raffle and have some food and drinks.” “I’ll have to stop by,” he says with a small smile. That was the thing about Jasper. He never really smiled or showed other emotions. It was just those grayish-blue eyes taking everything in. My phone goes off and it’s my mom’s ringtone. “I should get that,” I say apologetically. “No worries. It was nice seeing you again. We’ll have to grab dinner and catch up some more soon,” he says as he starts to push his cart past me. I can only stare after him as I wonder just what exactly he meant by that. Did Jasper Mackelroy just ask me out?

About Shaw Hart

Shaw Hart is an Amazon Top 100 best-selling author of contemporary and New Adult romance. She loves writing instalove romances that always end in happily ever afters. She lives in a constant state of motion, chasing after her two children and three dogs. Shaw enjoys the simple things in life, like spending time with her family and friends. When she’s not doing that, she’s reading romance books, watching stand up comedies or crime TV shows. Her favorite book tropes are secret baby and boss/employee romances. She’s a big fan of James Acaster, Anthony Jeselnik, Nate Bargatze, and John Mulaney’s comedy. Her favorite TV shows are Psych, Burn Notice, Leverage, Barry, Bob’s Burgers, and New Girl. She’s a Pinterest addict, dog lover, tea snob, and a wannabe yogi. She also writes contemporary romance books under the pen name, Rebecca Wilder, and she’s one half of the paranormal romance duo, Skye Alder.  

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