On an impulse Sunday afternoon, I set up my first Amazon giveaway. There are only a few days left to get into the giveaway for my Christmas romance short story: Love on the Wind. Want a chance? Here’s the link: https://giveaway.amazon.com/p/0a465bd69e165eab Like most writers, I’m constantly trying to keep up … Read More
Nanowrimo: Christmas Romance 2017
For each of the last two years I’ve written a Christmas romance: Sweet Montana Christmas last year, and Montana Christmas Magic which will be available for pre-order around December fifth. And I’ve written right up to the deadline both times. Nanowrimo This year, I’ve decided to take advantage of Nanowrimo. … Read More
Vegetarian Lasagna Recipe
It seems like most romance readers enjoy a new recipe now and again. With summer’s bounty starting to burst from my garden I’m going to share my vegetarian lasagna recipe. Most of my children’s favorite recipes were things that started with someone else’s idea and morphed over the years. This … Read More
Romance in the Kitchen
Throughout all my life, I’ve enjoyed romance in the kitchen. No, it’s not what you’re thinking! I enjoy cooking, and as a sign in my living room announces, “I enjoy wine while I’m cooking. Sometimes I even put it in the food.” I enjoy making meals with my DH–he’s an … Read More
Summer of Love Contest May 1 – May 7
I love contests, don’t you? Especially ones where you can win oodles of books! The Summer of Love Contest, running from May 1 to May 7, 2016, is just that kind of contest. Want to get a peak at the books you could possibly win and the authors who wrote … Read More
The Face of Love: Another quirky love movie
For some reason, my DH and I have have been landing on some quirky love movies lately. A few weeks ago we watched Before We Go, and last night we watched The Face of Love. Nicki Lostrom’s (Annette Benning) husband has drowned, and, five years later, she’s still not having … Read More
Cover Reveal: California Wishes
My California Romance series was complete with California Sunrise. Last month, Crimson Romance let me know they were issuing the full series (five books) in it’s own bundle. I’m really excited for this event! The first four have been available in California Dreaming for almost a year. That anthology will … Read More
Real Life: Women and Food
Maybe I should entitle this, “Me and Food.” For many women, including myself, food is emotionally charged. Eat a salad, you’re praised. Eat a small piece of pie, you’re condemned. Or maybe the title should be, “The United States and Food.” From school lunches to huge portions in restaurants, we … Read More
Release Blast: Modern Love Box Set
Modern Love Box Set 10 Books for $0.99 Published by Crimson Romance Releases July 14, 2014 Blurb When love calls, it’s rarely easy but always memorable, and definitely worth turning the pages. Recapture the thrill, the delicious anticipation of finding your happily ever after in these 10 unforgettable, hot stories … Read More
Cover Reveal: Defining Moments
Defining Moments Moments in Time Book Four By: Dori Lavelle Blurb How much heartbreak can one heart take? Melisa Dane has made it through the worst. Her heart was broken, but Florian Dane, better known as “Heat”—and the man of her dreams—returned to mend it. Now, with her family almost … Read More