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Romance Book Review ~ In The Spotlight by Sophie An

March 2024 writinstuff Leave a comment

ABOUT:

Connor Knightly
Hollywood’s biggest star, and a product of Hollywood legends.
Connor needed the right actress for his new movie. He didn’t want the hottest or most popular actress, he wanted the perfect one, and Judy was the perfect woman for the role. This movie was his baby, and Judy was his star. He just needs to remember to keep his hands off of her. He didn’t want another relationship in the spotlight.

Judy Roux
The product of two people who needed to divorce.
Judy was ready to throw in the towel and give up on her Hollywood dreams, but not without a last hurrah. She took a chance, and it paid off. She was a relatively unknown actress, daughter of a porn film maker, a stepping stool for A-list celebrities, and she was going to star in a movie with The Connor Knightly. She wasn’t just going to star in the movie with him, she was going to be the star.

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COVER REVEAL!!! ~ Slashed by You by Jessica Buss

January 2024 writinstuff Leave a comment

Title: Slashed By You
Series: Chicago Steel Series Book 5
Author: Jessica Buss
Release: February 5, 2024
Genre: Hockey Romance
Tropes: Accidental Pregnancy, Working Class Heroine, Hero Falls First, Instant Attraction, Opposites Attract, Alpha Male
Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/199128245-slashed-by-you
Cover Designer: Karen Hulseman, Feed Your Dreams Designs @feedyourdreamdesigns https://www.instagram.com/feedyourdreamsdesigns/

Blurb:

Josh

As the captain of the Steel, Josh is always in control and confident as hell. In relationships, not so much, especially after being majorly burned. Then a gorgeous baker enters his life and changes everything. Her confections are pure magic, and now she’s all he craves.

Kenzie

Kenzie’s always dreamed of owning her own bakery. With a heart of gold, everything she does is filled with love. Busy running her shop, she doesn’t have time for relationships. However, priorities shift when she catches the eye of a kind and sexy professional hockey player who has developed a major sweet tooth.

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Romance Book Review ~ Bad Boy’s Accidental Baby by Alyssa Cobb

January 2024 writinstuff Leave a comment

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He ruined my life, and now it’s my chance to ruin his… But I never thought I’d fall for him.

When I moved to Los Angeles, I never wanted to go back to my hometown. I told myself that I would do whatever it took to stay. So, when I lost everything because of a pompous, arrogant actor, I saved myself by landing a position at a sleazy publishing company, the Hollywood Star. However, I had no idea…

It would take me right back to him—the guy who almost ruined my life.

Now, I’m stuck faking it as his girlfriend to get the story. Thankfully, I don’t have to pretend to like him. Jasper Banks is the epitome of spoiled and lives up to his bad boy image, but…

I can’t deny the chemistry.

And before I even realize what’s happening, I’m intertwined with the man who I vowed to seek revenge on. I catch glimpses of someone completely different when I get him alone—and it’s getting under my skin. But just when I think I have it under control…

Everything comes to the surface.

Is it possible for our connection to withstand the lies it was built on? Or will I lose everything before we even have a chance?

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Romance Book Review! ~ Heartsick & Lipsticks by Shawna Renae

January 2024 writinstuff Leave a comment

About:

Nick Locke
My life was exactly how I’d planned it. Growing up, I wanted to rule the world, and being CEO of Locke Media Group fulfilled that dream. I’d started with nothing and built a billion-dollar empire one brick at a time. My motto was work hard, play harder. Becoming a single dad had rearranged my priorities, but I still found time to live up to the title I’d earned of San Francisco’s Most Eligible Bachelor.

Settling down was not in the plan…until I met her. She took me by surprise and had me reevaluating my bachelor status. Single life was all I’d ever known and ever wanted, but that was before I knew and wanted her.

Skye Taylor
My life was not how I’d planned it. Growing up, my dreams were nursery rhymed inspired; love comes first, then marriage, then a baby carriage. Things hadn’t gone in that order. Becoming a teen mom by a man who wanted nothing to do with me or our baby was not how I’d envisioned my life. But I rolled with the punches making the executive decision to focus on my daughter and my career.

No dating. No drama. No problem. I’d managed to go fifteen years living by that credo. But then I met him. I never saw him coming and he had me not only rethinking my choices but also bending all my rules.

Heartsick & Lipsticks is an opposites attract, single dad/single mom, forced proximity, insta-love, slow burn, reformed playboy, billionaire romance. This happily-ever-after is as far from cookie-cutter as you can get. The recipe for this romance is one part hot and tasty tattooed hero, one part sweet and savory sworn-off-relationships heroine, and two parts spicy and seasoned meddling family and friends. This delectable dish is sprinkled with zesty and zingy humor, drizzled with tender caramelized aww-inducing connections, and marinated with spicy sizzling sexiness. Bon appétit.

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NEW RELEASE!!! ~ Coming Down Her Chimney by Imani Jay

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Kareem spent his teen years fighting his growing desires for his sister’s best friend, Amy. Now, he’s taking part in a charity bachelor auction and his sister wins the bid… for her bestie. Readers who love holiday romances with bachelor auctions will enjoy Coming Down Her Chimney by Imani Jay, a steamy, small town, sister’s best friend, second chance romance.

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Amy
My bestie dragged me to the lovely beach town where her parents retired. What she failed to mention is her brother, superstar basketball player (and my lifelong crush…), Kareem, is also here…

Kareem
I spent my teens fighting my growing desires for my sister’s best friend. And seeing Amy again after all this time? She looks even better. And she’s still the sweet, funny, smart girl I could never forget…

What happens when Kareem takes part in the local Charity Bachelor Auction and his sister wins the bid… for her bestie.

Tag along for a safe, steamy, second chance romance with no cheating, no cliffhanger and a guaranteed HEA!

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RELEASE BOOST!! ~ Grumpy Little Christmas by Marika Ray

November 2023 writinstuff Leave a comment

Title: Grumpy Little Christmas

Author: Marika Ray

Genre: Small Town Romantic Comedy

Release Date: November 14, 2023

Cover Design: Shanoff Designs

My country music career is going downhill fast, and my very public breakup isn’t helping. All I want is to hide away at a cozy ski lodge this Christmas, avoid anything festive, and figure out what to do with my life. Is that so much to ask?

Aksel Lund is a modern-day Viking who should be gracing magazine covers with his smoldery frown, not running the Havenkirk Ski Lodge like a tyrant. Unbeknownst to me, this map-dot town in Idaho doesn’t have a spa or know how to be chill about Christmas. Aksel’s eight-year-old daughter drags me to every single Snowmass celebration because I don’t have the heart to tell her no.

Her grinch of a father though? He has no heart. When he’s not criticizing my music, or saving me from hurtling down the slopes, or arguing with me over my excessive luggage—it’s only five suitcases, calm down—he’s dodging my questions about why he’s a single dad and who keeps calling about his debts.

I may be a celebrity— which basically makes me a scrooge in his eyes—but I know a thing or two about hard times. And it looks like Havenkirk will be sold to some rich developer the minute the tinsel comes down. If only Mr. Tall-Dark-and-Brooding would let me help save the lodge.

And if only Aksel didn’t make my heart twist painfully in my chest and leave me panting whenever he turns that glower on me. If only I truly loved the season and could pull a Christmas miracle out of my guitar.

Turns out a miracle is what I need to get Aksel out of my heart, too.

Marika Ray is a USA Today bestselling author of steamy and sweet RomComs, spending her time behind a computer crafting stories, walking any beach she can find, and making healthy food for her kids and husband whether they like it or not. Prior to writing novels, Marika held various jobs in the finance industry, with private start-up companies, and then in health & fitness. Cats may have nine lives, but Marika believes everyone should have nine careers to keep things spicy. All her books come with a money-back guarantee that you’ll smile at least once with every book.

More information can be found at www.marikaray.com

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Romance Book Review!! ~ A Love Like You by Kait Nolan

November 2023 writinstuff Leave a comment

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After Mick Routlege catches the garter at his best friend’s wedding, everyone is convinced he’s next. Too bad the only woman he wants has him lodged firmly in the friend zone.

Between her job as a nurse and the demands of her family, Juliette Chen feels like the world is on her shoulders. Spread so thin, she doesn’t have time for a relationship… even if she might like one with her sexy, funny neighbor.

When Mick scores tickets to see their favorite band, he surprises Juliette with an overnight roadtrip. But an unseasonable holiday blizzard traps these two friends in close quarters at the inn hosting the concert. Will getting snowed in together show Juliette that friends make the best lovers or will she stay blind to the fact that Mick is just what she needs?

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RELEASE BLITZ!!! ~ Mister Write by Elyse Kelly

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A sexy, but growly author gets annoyed at his quirky landlord’s attempts to cure him of his writer’s block, but the more time he spends with her, the more her personality seeps into his story. Will his book have a happy ending? Or will his surly attitude run off his gorgeous new muse? Fans of Hope Ford, Kat Baxter, and Mia Brody will love Mister Write by Elyse Kelly, a steamy, small town, grumpy/sunshine, forced proximity, instalove romance.

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He’s moody, she’s perky, and he might wind up punched in the face…

When a sexy but growly author finds himself chasing away his cheery, quirky, and maddeningly adorable landlord, he’s annoyed at her attempts to cure him of his writer’s block. But as Nate spends time with the charming beauty, more and more of Teddie’s alluring personality seeps into the pages of his manuscript.

Will his book have a happy ending? Or will his surly attitude run off his gorgeous new muse?

MISTER WRITE is a stand-alone, super sexy, grumpy/sunshine, beach romance with a HEA! So get yourself a fan because you’ll definitely need to cool down after reading this spicy, fast-paced, instalove book!

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RELEASE BLITZ!!! ~ Gettin’ Figgy by Gail Haris

October 2023 writinstuff Leave a comment

Rose is convinced Thanasis is a complete jerk, and he sees her as the ultimate thorn in his side. However, after a few signature drinks, ‘Gettin’ Figgy,’ they just might discover each other’s sweet side. Readers who enjoy romance with flirty bartenders and holiday towns will love Gettin’ Figgy by Gail Haris, a steamy, small town, neighbors to lovers, opposites attract romance.

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Are you ready to meet your next Man of the Month?

What happens when you drop a Halloween fanatic on a Christmas themed island in the Florida Keys?

Rose didn’t expect to find herself toe to toe with her handsome neighbor on a holiday called Sweetest Day… and all because of a fig.

Gettin’ Figgy from Gail Haris is a small-town, opposites attract romance about Candy Cane Key’s charming Greek restaurant and bar owner, Thanasis Diakos, and his wickedly attractive neighbor, Rose Verbeck.
While Rose is convinced Than-ass-is a complete Jack, but not Frost, he sees her as the ultimate thorn in his side. However after a few signature drinks, ‘Gettin’ Figgy,’ they just might discover each other’s sweet side.

The Man of the Month Club is a steamy small-town collection featuring a new hottie (or two!) every month. In 2023, escape to Candy Cane Key, Florida, and celebrate ALL the holidays with your favorite group of romance authors and their delicious paradise men. Can’t wait to see you there!

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Thanasis doesn’t look amused. “You know kids live on this street. Stringing the lights to look like Santa is peeing off the side of the house isn’t appropriate. And having my elves holding a body bag with the rest of my Christmas decorations in it is borderline disturbing.”

I can’t help it. I snort with laughter. Thanasis’ eyes soften and I notice a slight twitch at the corner of his mouth. “I wanted us to become friends. To make peace.”

Doubtful. But I’ll play along. “Fine. Let’s be friends.”

“Too late. You don’t mess with a man’s yard.” I scoff, Thanasis continues. “I want you to remember you started this.”

Started what? “Nothing has started. It’s finished. Consider that as me getting even for last night.”

“What happened last night?”

“You were being obscene.” I hate the way my eyes drift to his lips. His perfect teeth are on display with his sexy knowing smile. His tongue snakes out only a bit to wet his lips, but it’s enough to have me squeezing my thighs together.

“And you’re being childish by vandalizing my property.”

“Is it vandalizing if it’s an improvement? When you think about it, I did you a favor. Consider it my gift to you for Sweetest Day.”

“You definitely spiced up the neighborhood. I’ll see you for our playdate.”

I loathe the fact that he looks so sexy when he winks. I wonder if I can teach the dogs to pee on him.

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About Gail Haris

Gail Haris loves blending romance out of life’s everyday chaos. Stories filled with humor, steam, and moments of sweetness, along with suspense and twists.

Fueled by coffee and with a wild imagination, she writes in a variety of genres, including romantic comedy, romantic suspense, and new adult/coming of age romance.

Always laughing too loud and thriving on awkward situations, Gail enjoys traveling, binging series, and trying out new recipes (that sounds better than just eating).

Gail believes whole heartedly to never stop believing in love, dreams, and yourself. And coffee…especially the coffee. Don’t give up on coffee and books.

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Release Day Book Review!! ~ Single Dad in a Kilt by Kait Nolan

October 2023 writinstuff Leave a comment

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They say timing is everything, and for single dad Hamish Colquhoun, the timing couldn’t be worse. With a new law practice to establish, a centuries-old farmhouse to restore, and the challenges of raising a tween daughter, romance is the last thing on his mind. But when Afton Lennox, his best friend’s runaway bride, comes home seeking redemption, she ignites all the feelings he’s tried for years to bury. Will he let his guarded heart take a leap of faith to write a new ending to their shared history?