“Though she made her mark writing contemporary romance, Moyes proves just as adept at historical fiction. . . . The Giver of Stars is a celebration of love, but also of reading, of knowledge, of female friendship, of the beauty of our most rural corners, and our enduring American grit: the kind of true grit that can be found in the hills of Kentucky and on the pages of this inspiring book.” —The … [Read More...]
Down & Dirty: Zak
This is a fabulous first read in this biker series. The story leaves spaces which we just know has more story to be told in the next book which keeps the intrigue going. 10 Years in prison for something he didn't do and coming out to find by accident a woman he gets deeper into. That is how the story starts and quickly moves on to show his blood family do not have his back and his club brothers … [Read More...]
The Sea Glass Cottage
“Between the colorful description of the location as well as the concerns of many characters, this issue of the Cape Sanctuary series draws the reader in from the first page to the gratifying conclusion”—New York Journal of Books on The Sea Glass Cottage The Sea Glass Cottage: A Clean & Wholesome Romance From the New York Times bestselling author RaeAnne Thayne comes a brand-new novel … [Read More...]
Teal Nostalgia
The road from trauma towards healing is a winding, twisting road. A journey through the loss of self, through heartache and pain. Through love and sex and how they can be pure and healing and cruel and punishing. Teal Nostalgia is a window into the past of lives shattered into myriad pieces slowly finding their ways back together. ... - Amazon Review Teal … [Read More...]
Bridgerton: The Duke and I
The Duke and I is rich with author Julia Quinn's trademark humor and engaging dialogue. Beneath the Regency charm of this novel, however, dwells an insightful exploration of the impact of childhood trauma and the healing power of love. Quinn just keeps getting better and better, a fact that's sure to delight readers. --Lois Faye Dyer Bridgerton: The Duke and I (Bridgertons Book … [Read More...]
Verity
"Emotionally charged, sinister, evocative, fascinating and very addictive. We read Verity with a knot in our stomachs from the first to last page! What a brilliant read!" -TotallyBooked Blog Verity A thrilling, instant bestseller from the #1 New York Times bestselling author. Lowen Ashleigh is a struggling writer on the brink of financial ruin when she accepts the job offer of a … [Read More...]
The Summer House
What a wonderful book! I write post-apocalyptic fiction and thriller fiction, so my mind is always in dark, crazy places. When it becomes too much, I decompress by reading in a new genre with a new author (to me). This book was fantastic, well written, and had characters I would want to know in real life. I also liked that it was clean while at the same time able to grab my emotions more than a … [Read More...]
The Duke’s Disaster
"Burrowes skillfully explores the importance of trust in a relationship, as well as love and passion, bringing a depth of emotion to her romance that resonates with readers." - RT Book Reviews The Duke's Disaster "Exquisitely crafted, intensely memorable romance."—Library Journal, STARRED Review Between his high-handedness and her pride, what could possibly go wrong? Noah … [Read More...]
Declan
“I think this first book of this new series is my favorite one yet by this author! Each of her books gets better, the stories get more in-depth and the characters become more “life like” than her previous works. In this one, we have Declan, the VP of the Soulless Bastards, and his neighbor down the street, Brooke. Two broken people for two completely different reasons are drawn to one another. … [Read More...]
The Four Winds: A Novel
"Epic and transporting, a stirring story of hardship and love...Majestic and absorbing."―USA Today "Outstanding.... [A] rich, rewarding read about family ties, perseverance, and women's friendships and fortitude." ― Booklist (starred review) "Brutally beautiful."―Newsweek The Four Winds: A Novel #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER #1 USA TODAY BESTSELLER #1 WALL STREET … [Read More...]
Generate More Traffic to Your Book
So you’ve self-published your book and are ready to share it with the world. Unless you already have a massive following on social media or on your website, chances are that you have no idea how you’re going to get your work into the hands of the masses. . What you are really in need of is a … [Read More...]
Your Author Bio Helps Sell Books
This article was origianally published on MelanieRockett.com I've worked on hundreds of Amazon and Kindle promotions. The BIGGEST mistake I see is the absence of an author bio, or a wimpy, lifeless bit of nonsense that does nothing to sell you as an author or sell your book. You MUST have a bio. … [Read More...]
Mail Order Bride Romances
If you thought that mail order brides were a thing of the past, think again. While the majority of mail order bride romances take place in historical settings, especially the wide and lonely expanses of the wild west there are a growing number of authors who are writing about mail order brides in … [Read More...]
Cowboy Romances
You will find the micro-niche(s) classified as Cowboy Romances in both the larger categories of Historical Western, and Contemporary Western Romances. While romances set in the past are hugely popular, the contemporary cowboy niche is growing. I just read a contemporary cowboy romance by one of … [Read More...]
How to Dress for a Date
Why do women universally love men in uniforms? It could have something to do with the strength of purpose and confidence projected by uniformed men – but more likely it’s the fact that uniforms are made to make men look their best. Tailored or at least well-fitting clothing gives the … [Read More...]
Top Writers of Military Romances
You will find the micro niches of Military Romances under Romance >> Contemporary >> Military Romances. Within this micro niche you will find Army, Navy and Air Force as well as Special Forces, Navy Seals and Rangers, Search and Rescue ... all of which could be and are niched down … [Read More...]
Top Amish Romance Writers
There is no doubt about it ... many people are simply fascinated by the Amish and their communities. Why would someone choose to live such a simple and spartan lifestyle? The 1985 movie "Witness" starring Harrison Ford and Kelly McGillis was nominated for eight Academy Awards and won two, … [Read More...]
Victorian Romance Authors
The Victorian era, in British history, was the period between approximately 1820 and 1914, corresponding roughly but not exactly to the period of Queen Victoria’s reign (1837–1901) and characterized by a class-based society, a growing number of people able to vote, a … [Read More...]
Top Viking Romance Authors
Vikings were Scandinavians, who from the late 8th to late 11th centuries, raided and traded from their Northern European homelands across wide areas of Europe, and explored westwards to Iceland, Greenland, and the nort east coast of North America and who ventured south as far away as the Middle East … [Read More...]
Medieval Romances
One of the biggest subcategories under Romance is "historical," which covers A LOT of territory. History fans usually have their favorites and focus on one particular area of the world and one time period. The Medieval Period is a perennial favorite. What Is the Medieval Period? "In the history … [Read More...]