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THE BONUS CHAPTER FOR A ME AND YOU THING

2025-05-27T23:36:00.000-05:00

In 2025, I decided to add a bonus chapter to A Me and You Thing, as well as publish a sequel, A Me and Him Thing.

The ending of A Me and You Thing is primarily told through Quinn's point of view, leaving the reader to wonder what Sawyer was thinking.

The Bonus Chapter reveals what Sawyer was thinking during all of the drama after Quinn returned home.

Hopefully, it answers any unresolved questions readers might have had.

The bonus chapter will be added to A Me and You Thing, as well as A Me and Him Thing as the new versions are published.

And the cover to A Me and You Thing had a fantastic makeover to match the sequel!

Enjoy!

A ME AND YOU THING

A ME AND HIM THING

THE BONUS CHAPTER FOR A ME AND YOU THING

QUINN

SAWYER HAS CERTAINLY shown me how much he loves me. He's told me as well. Over and over. It feels as though whispered I love yous are constantly bouncing off the walls, floating through the air.

But I still have a few questions that are weighing on my mind. I need to hear his answers, uttered from his lips to my ears.

Last night we became one again, in heart and mind. I wasn't sure if our relationship could ever return to what it once was.

It can. It has.

Actually, it never went away.

We just enjoyed breakfast in bed together. Now Sawyer is cleaning the kitchen, refusing to let me help.

"You're not allowed to leave the bed, my sweet wife. This is total relaxation time for you."

I'm no longer fighting getting the rest Sawyer thinks I need. I love how protective he is of me. "I don't think I've ever felt this happy." I can't help myself. I laugh aloud as I stretch my arms and legs. "I'm alive, I have my memories back, I have Josie and Jordyn, and I have my husband. Life is perfect." I feel like jumping up and down on the bed and screaming at the top of my lungs. "I'm so happy. The life I loved is mine again."

Sawyer plops down on the bed. "You're the most adorable creature in this entire world. There's no place I'd rather be than right here with you. I want forever with you, Quinn. And even then, I'd want more."

He kisses me long and slow.

"At some point we have to stop kissing," I say against his lips. Eventually, we need to talk a few things out.

"Never."

I'm not arguing. After a long while, however, we do finally come up for air. Sawyer rolls over onto his back, and I curl up at his side, resting my head on his chest.

"Thanks for pampering me. Now that I don't feel like I have to prove I'm fine, I love it."

"I'm sorry I made you feel that way. I knew you were my Quinn from the first moment you returned. The light in your eyes, the words you uttered, the way you looked at Josie and Jordyn, the way you looked at me, and the desperate way you clung to me. All of it told me it was you, whole and complete. Even though you'd been through a horrible ordeal, you came out of it intact. It took a strong person to survive what you endured. I know you'll have to deal with the trauma, but we'll do it together. You don't have to face anything alone."

"If you keep treating me like this, I'm going to be such a spoiled wife." He's always spoiled me, lavishing me with love and respect.

"It's all I've wanted to do since you arrived home. Other things kept getting in the way."

By other, I think he means Bree. "I think I shocked everyone with my return."

"In a good way." Sawyer kisses the top of my head. "This is the best day I've had since the day you left."

"There are only two things I'm missing." I smile to myself.

"Josie and Jordyn?" Sawyer guesses.

"Okay, four things."

"Four? What are they?"

"Josie, Jordyn, world peace, and a burger."

Sawyer laughs, the sound rumbling in my ear. "You know what those words mean to me. They made me fall for you the first moment we met."

"Our love-at-first-sight moment." I scoot up and kiss him, soft and slow. We're in no hurry today. Then I whisper, "She loves you."

He releases a long breath. "I saved that note. I carried it with me when I searched for you in Nicaragua. Then I hung it in my closet. Not a day went by that I wasn't reminded of how much you loved me."

"How much I love you. I'm not past tense." I kiss him again.

"No, you're not. I have a second chance with the love of my life. You'll always be my miracle." Sawyer kisses me in between words. "That will never change, never fade. Please don't hate me for becoming an overprotective husband. I can't lose you again. It would kill me."

"I'm not going anywhere. If I had my way, we'd never be separated again."

"Hmm. That might make going to work difficult. But it could be arranged." We laugh lightly as Sawyer pulls me close, and I sink into him.

All I want to do is kiss him. He seems to feel the same way. There's nothing to stop us from doing as we please. The next while is silent as we kiss like there's no tomorrow.

I snuggle up on Sawyer's chest again, our arms and legs entangled.

Sawyer slowly runs his fingers through my hair. He takes a deep breath. "I guess it's time. I imagine you have a lot of questions."

"We do need to talk," I begin, not wanting to ruin the mood, yet needing to hear some answers.

"You know what? Let's get everything out in the open. I don't want any secrets between us. Ask me anything. I'll tell you whatever you want to know." The stress of the last few days has melted away. He's an open book with nothing to hide.

I don't want to sweep everything under the carpet. We have to talk this out, or resentment might cause bitterness to grow. Tough questions are on the horizon, but I'm ready to face them. "How did it happen? You and Bree?"

I expect him to go all tense on me, but he doesn't. Instead, he turns onto his side, gently moving me onto my pillow so we can face each other.

I like this. A face-to-face honest conversation is what we desperately need. Even after the magic of last night.

One hand cups my cheek. "My beautiful Quinn. I still feel like I'm dreaming."

"This is very real."

Sawyer exhales slowly, turning serious. "I know this will be hard for you to hear. But secrets will destroy us. I'm going to tell you everything. Are you sure you're ready?"

"Yeah. I need to know."

"I guess it was about six weeks after I lost you that Bree showed up on the doorstep, a mound of suitcases behind her. She announced that I needed help, and she was there to provide it. She was pushy, no doubt about it. But I was desperate. I did need help. The preschools I'd been to were awful. The Grandma Gang could only do so much. Work was asking when I was coming back. I didn't know what I was going to do. Then Bree showed up, offering to move in and take care of the girls, and I let her. I was grieving, and I didn't know what else to do. I was lost without you. She was the answer to all of my problems."

"I get it." It sounds like Bree, pushing her way into a situation. She's always had a domineering personality. Yet I can't thank her enough for what she did for my daughters. My emotions will always be conflicted over the issue.

Sawyer continues. "It took me a long time to think of her as anything other than your best friend. My thoughts just didn't go there. Nothing happened between us until recently. Around four months ago, I guess. To be clear, if Bree hadn't been living in our home, taking care of our children, it never would've happened. I never would've pursued her. Proximity made her convenient. It was easy. I didn't have to date. I didn't have to change my life. I didn't have to find someone willing to become a mom to twin girls. I didn't have to hide my grief. I didn't even have to hide my love for you. It happened because she was there, and I was lonely. I know that makes me sound like a jerk. Grief is a much stronger emotion than I realized. I gave up and let life happen to me instead of taking control of my life. It's not an excuse. It's just what happened. I've been a broken man without you."

I feel for him. "Knowing it was Bree, my best friend, that was harsh. No matter who it was, it would've been difficult, though. Did you fall in love with her? Are you still in love with her? Is there a part of you that pines for her?" I need to hear it, even if it's painful.

Sawyer doesn't hesitate. "Those are loaded questions, but I've been expecting them. The first answer is yes, I did feel love for her. I told her I loved her. I was trying to love her. To be honest, I was forcing myself to love her. I was lonely. That's my only excuse. She loved you. Loving her made me feel like I was loving a part of you. Does the love I feel for you compare to the love I felt for her? No. There's no comparison. One love is all-consuming. That's how I feel for you. The other was a desperate grab at happiness. That's what I felt for Bree. I was honest. Bree knew how I felt, and she accepted it. In answer to the rest of your questions, there's nothing inside me that pines for her. With you, there was an ache inside me that never went away from the moment I lost you. I think that's the very description of pining."

My insides tremble from his eloquent words. "I love that answer, but it makes me hurt for you."

Sawyer leans in for a soft kiss, then continues. "Here's the thing, I loved her because she took such good care of our daughters. That was the basis of the love between us. That's how love grew between us. The two can't be separated. One doesn't happen without the other. That's why I had such a hard time breaking things off with her. I felt like a jerk. After what she had done--sacrificing her life to care for our daughters--I felt guilty saying, 'See ya.' I was trying to let her down easy, when all I wanted to do was be with you. I felt like I needed to end things with her before I could be with you. Seemed like the decent thing to do. She took advantage of my guilt, demanding time with me to 'discuss' the situation. There was nothing to discuss. She didn't understand that I wasn't making a choice. The choice was made the moment you showed up on my doorstep."

My heart swells. "So all that time consoling her, what was happening?" Because my mind took me to all kinds of horrible places.

Sawyer rubs his forehead like he has a sudden headache. "It was a nightmare. Each and every time, it went something like this: 'I'm so sorry, Bree. My wife is home. I'm a married man. I love her. I can't marry you. Thanks for everything you've done, but it would be best if you moved out.' I was trying to be nice. I didn't want to be the jerk who dropped her like a hot potato the minute you came home. Truth be told, that's what I wanted to do. But after all she'd done for the girls, how could I do that? Then she'd cry, say it wasn't fair, that I was ruining her life, that I didn't know anything about your mental health, that she couldn't believe I could treat her this way. Then she'd hug me while crying, so I would try to comfort her. On my end, it was a guilt-ridden hug only. Nothing more. Bree always tried to turn it into more. She'd try to kiss me, to come on to me. Each and every time, I backed away and told her no. The theatrics would start all over again. I'd never seen Bree cry, except when we lost you. Have to say, it took me back. Sure didn't change my mind, though. While some of her tears seemed real, most felt contrived, like she was putting on a show. I think she thought she could actually sway me with tears."

"Were you...did you ever...what I mean is..." I can't bring myself to spit it out.

"Was I intimate with Bree?" Sawyer says bluntly. "No, absolutely not. We were waiting for marriage. Nothing more than kisses happened between us."

"Like The Kiss?" Please, please say no.

"Nothing anywhere near The Kiss. My feelings for her weren't strong enough for that kind of passion. That part of me was and is reserved for you and only you."

I smile, and he kisses me, his lips a soft hint against mine. So achingly sweet, I nearly burst into tears.

Last night, though. No doubt about it. A repeat of The Kiss happened. Too many times to count. Our reunion was intense, then sweet, then intense again. It was a celebration of our love.

If I don't say this now, I never will. It needs to be said. "It's just that...before the doctor appointment, you were up in her room for almost forty-five minutes. Didn't you imagine what I might be thinking?" It was one of the worst moments of my life. That's saying a lot.

Worry becomes etched on Sawyer's features. "Hold up. You mean you thought...?"

"I wondered." My voice cracks.

He pulls me to him and hugs me so tightly, I almost feel like I can't breathe. While continuing to embrace me, he pulls his head back so he can look me in the eyes. "Never, Quinn. Never. I would never do that to you. It was Bree's best theatrical show, and it lasted forever. Her dramatics were over the top. I kept repeating the same thing, trying to be kind, then she kept repeating the same thing. Frankly, it was torture. I just wanted to be with you, and she knew it. Looking back, I realize she was purposely trying to keep us apart. Can't believe I didn't see it sooner. She played on my guilty conscience, and it worked. I spent so much time trying to end things with her in a nice way. In my mind, I thought you knew exactly how I felt. I thought you knew I loved you and you alone, that I was taking care of business so that we could be together without any obligations weighing us down. I was worried about you, but I felt positive you knew it was me and you. Only me and you. If it had been a competition--which it was not--you'd won. The thing is, you were always the winner. No contest. Please forgive me for not seeing things clearly. I'm so sorry. My emotions were all over the place. I couldn't believe you were actually home."

Relief washes over me. I'd felt so sure of Sawyer, yet the strange circumstances played with my emotions as well. I'd suspected him of things that were absolutely not true. "The situation we were thrown into when I returned home messed with my head. I knew you loved me, but I thought you were torn over losing Bree. I thought you weren't sure what you wanted. It'd been so long and there were so many changes, I couldn't read you anymore. I was so confused, questioning everything. I thought you didn't trust me with our girls. I thought you were choosing me only because it was the right thing to do. My mind took me to some scary places."

"No, no, no." Sawyer shakes his head in the negative as he strokes my back. "I'm sorry. I'm so, so sorry. I should've been better at communicating how I felt. I should've explained what was actually going on. I was so worried about you feeling an ounce of stress, I didn't share my concerns with you. That was my mistake. Instead, I caused you to feel anxiety, the exact thing I was trying to avoid. As for the girls, I didn't want you to do too much because I wanted you to rest and recover. It had nothing to do with not trusting you. I know how much you love our daughters--how protective you are of them. To be honest, I'm still reeling from your return. I can't believe it's true. But make no mistake, I want you, Quinn Denali. You are the love of my life. I'm the happiest man alive to have you back in my arms."

The tears start to flow. I love his words. "When you didn't want to sleep in the same room, it killed me."

"My sweet Quinn, did you want to renew our marriage with Bree down the hall? Because I sure didn't. It felt wrong on so many levels. Besides, I couldn't bear sleeping in there with you another night. Things would've happened. I've never been able to resist you. You were so fragile. I was scared I'd hurt you."

"You weren't worried about that last night."

"I got over it." His smile is downright wicked.

"Good. Because I needed you. I craved the intimacy we've always shared."

He wipes away my tears. "That's a me and you thing. No one else is allowed into that part of our marriage." He sighs. "It was a difficult situation. I'm sorry I didn't explain myself well enough. I made the mistake of assuming you understood exactly what was happening. When I think back on the past couple of days, I realize how it must've looked to you. I'm also not blind to the underhanded things Bree was doing. If I never see her again, it will be too soon. Her behavior was hateful. I didn't expect her to act like that, so I didn't see it at first. Can you forgive me?"

"I can. I already have." I understand what went down. Sawyer was trying to free himself while Bree put up a fight. I'm not sure why I'm surprised. It's typical Bree behavior. I should've seen it as well. He never knew her the way I did.

I think he still doesn't know her the way I did.

We used to be best friends, but we're Melanie and Scarlett for a reason.

Bree didn't think about my feelings at all. That hurts. Of course, I wasn't thinking about her feelings either. I just wanted to claim what was mine.

My emotions have been delicate and fragile since I returned. I've felt so unsure of everything.

Not anymore.

I'm the one in bed with Sawyer. I'm the one married to him. I'm the one he wants. His passion last night told me what's in his heart. I can let everything go because I have what I want. Nothing else matters to me. Like he said: In essence, I won. Bitterness seeps out of me. I don't care about all the drama. It was completely one-sided. Sawyer never doubted me. Only Bree did. It wasn't Sawyer's drama. It was Bree's. It wasn't Sawyer's angst. It was Bree's. Sawyer wasn't playing with my emotions. It was all Bree. That's all I need to know.

Losing her friendship makes me sad. Even after everything she did to hurt me. I need some time to forgive her. Even then, our friendship will never be the same. It's not possible.

Sawyer has answered all of my questions except for one. This one is big. Huge.

"Why did you change the name of your boat? That hurt the most of anything. I know you thought I was dead. I know you were moving on with your life, but..." I hold back tears.

He covers my lips with one finger, then strokes them softly. "The answer to that question depends on who you ask. If you ask Bree, she would say, 'Sawyer did that for me as an early wedding present, to show me how much he loves me and only me.' She told the whole freakin' town. If you asked me, you would get another answer. But no one ever asked me."

"I'm asking." Waiting with bated breath.

"While I did tell her it was an early wedding present to prove I was ready to move on, the real reason I did it was because Bree wouldn't stop begging me to change the name to Breezy. I finally gave in because I couldn't stand the constant nagging. Seriously, she wore me down. You were gone, but I was still holding on to you with every fiber of my being, and she knew it. Changing the name of my boat was one of those days where nothing I did felt right. It was like losing you again, as though I was erasing you from my life. I hated the thought of naming my boat Breezy with every ounce of my soul. Bree doesn't know this, but the signs on the inside of the boat all remained Quinn. And...you know how I always back my boat into the dock?"

"Yeah."

"The stern said Breezy. That's what she could see from the dock. Guess what? It's just a temporary placard. It's easily removed."

"I'll hand you the screwdriver."

Sawyer laughs aloud. "There's the Quinn I know and love. But you need to hear the rest. The decals on the bow, both port side and starboard, they still say Quinn. I haven't changed those. I've got to do something about it soon. Having a charter boat with two different names could get me into trouble. I couldn't bring myself to make the change permanent. Just couldn't do it."

Oh wow. I almost feel sorry for Bree. Almost. "You never took her out on the boat?"

"No way. Even though I thought you were gone forever, that was ours, Quinn. I couldn't share that with anyone else. Some things are sacred."

"But there were some things you were ready to share." Like our bedroom.

His brows furrow. "I thought you were gone, and I wanted someone in my life. We both loved you. Our common love for you created a connection between us. It wasn't easy for me, though. My mind kept picturing you. To be honest, I'm not sure how our wedding night would've gone."

"You don't have to say that."

Sawyer cups my cheek again and kisses my forehead. "It's true. I was struggling with the concept. But I'd decided to move forward, and that's what I was doing."

"Wait. I'm sorry. I shouldn't have said that. I don't blame you for moving on. Not at all. You had the right to be happy. If I had died, I would've wanted happiness for you. I wouldn't have wanted you to spend your days alone and miserable." Again, brutal that it was Bree.

"You're too good, Quinn. Much too good." He kisses me lightly, then continues with our conversation. "Everything changed when you showed up on my doorstep and saved me from the biggest mistake of my life. Over the last couple of days, Bree showed me a side of herself I didn't know existed. I didn't like what I saw. Remember when I first called her Breezy? I told you it was because her honesty was a breath of fresh air."

"Yes." Bree had loved the nickname.

"Want to know the real reason I called her Breezy?"

"There's another reason?" Stop the world.

"Yep. She was your best friend. I didn't want to trash talk about her. But I called her that because her ruthless nature could be as stinging as a bitingly cold ocean breeze."

"Ouch." Yikes. I didn't know Sawyer had felt that way about her. It's not too much of a surprise, truth be told. She's Scarlett, through and through.

"She doesn't know that, though," Sawyer adds. "Think about it. Living with her sharp tongue would've been my life. She was holding back while living with us, as though she was trying to be on her best behavior. I'm sure it would've reappeared once we were married. I call that a lucky escape."

I can finally smile with absolutely no reservations. "Well, you're still not free." He's mine. More importantly, he wants to be mine.

A smile touches his features. "Lock me up. I'm yours." His lips meet mine in a searing kiss.

"Quinn, please forgive me for the craziness since you returned home. All I've wanted this entire time was to be with you. That was my end goal. Just to be with you."

"Um." I pretend like I'm thinking about it. "I might need a little more penance on your part."

Sawyer grins. "You wicked girl."

What happens next?

Like Sawyer said, it's a me and you thing.

It's not for anyone else.

Thanks for reading!

If you'd like to read Bree's story, grab your copy of A Me and Him Thing. It's filled with redemptive scenes with Quinn and Sawyer, plus a brand new storyline packed with secrecy and mystery.

-Taylor

My new book!

2023-08-02T22:00:00.000-05:00

It's been a while!

But I'm back!

Release date: 8.25.23

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Giveaway ends August 30, 2023.

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LOVE UNDER WRAPS

2020-01-06T01:27:00.001-06:00

All three books in the Love Under Wraps series are now available!

Three standalone books, three different authors.

Featuring stories about love that must be kept under wraps.

Book Three released on Jan. 1: A Wrinkle in Forever

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Book Two: Rules are Made to be Broken

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Book One: Heart Thief

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Book Two in the Love Under Wraps Series is now available!

2019-12-02T06:00:00.000-06:00

Rules are made to be Broken is now available on Amazon!

This is Book Two in the Love Under Wraps standalone series.

To celebrate her new release, Mylissa is offering a giveaway for a $50.00 Amazon gift card. Enter to win HERE.

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I've loved Will Henderson from the first day I laid eyes on him. But I made a solemn promise that same day. I would never, ever date Will Henderson.

For almost a decade, Charlotte Dubois has loved Will Henderson from afar, squelching her heart's silent yearnings. But no way could she date her best friend Kelsey's brother.Their whole friendship is based on one rule: No friend of Kelsey can ever date Will.Instead, Charlotte has watched him date and break more hearts than should be legal.

Will Henderson never got over that stolen kiss he shared with Charlotte years ago--though he's tried valiantly to rid his system of his sister's best friend.

When circumstances bring the two into each other's arms again, Will wants to convince Charlotte to break the rules and take a chance on him. But to do so, they will have to hide their relationship from the ones they love most. Can true love triumph, or will they both end up losing?

This is a super cute book! Grab your copy and enjoy!

HAPPY RELEASE DAY TO HEART THIEF!

2019-11-01T06:00:00.000-05:00

HEART THIEF is now available on Amazon. Free on KU! Grab your copy!

Amazon: https://amzn.to/34dEjC4

What readers are saying:

If you love forbidden romance, this is a great one.

-Author Charissa Stastny

The heart thief sure stole my heart, right along with Mila's.

-Author Mylissa Demeyere

My best advice for you, no matter what kind of day you are having, is this: Read this book!

-Aimee of Getting Your Read On

Don't start it unless you have some time on your hands because you won't want to put it down until you are done.

-Nancy, Goodreads Review

I just have to say that Heart Thief is one of the best books I have read all year.

-KJ's Book Nook

Wow! So much emotion to this book. Taylor Dean paints with words.

-Heather, Goodreads Review

The world needs more Taylor Dean books.

-Lisa, Goodreads Review

This book surprised me, every step of the way, and in a good way!

-Brianne, Goodreads Review

This story caught my attention from the beginning and held it until the very end.

-Britney, Goodreads Review

In true Taylor Dean fashion, she took me on a journey that I won't be able to forget.

-Julie, Goodreads Review

I was so invested in their lives I could not put this book down!

-Jackie, Goodreads Review

The LOVE UNDER WRAPS series continues in December and January with two more fantastic novels by two amazing authors.

HEART THIEF IS UP FOR PRE-ORDER!

2019-10-03T16:56:00.001-05:00

My newest book is now up for pre-order on Amazon!

Grab your copy here.

Release date: November 1, 2019

If you are interested in an ARC in exchange for a fair and honest review on Amazon and Goodreads, then please contact me at taylordeanbooks(at)gmail(dot)com

Guess what? It's part of a standalone series of three books!

COVER REVEAL~COVER REVEAL~COVER REVEAL

2019-09-23T06:00:00.000-05:00

Hello everyone!

Today, I'm going to reveal the cover for my newest book, HEART THIEF.

It's part of a three-book project by three different authors.

I'm excited to finally announce it to the world.

Here it is, my cover reveal!

Release date: November 1st, 2019

Pre-order date: October 15, 2019

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Book Two by Mylissa Demeyere: December 1st, 2019

Book Three by Charissa Stastny: January 1st, 2020

The blurb:

I was warned about him. I should've listened.

But I didn't.

Of course, I also thought Ryker Martel was about to propose.

He didn't.

I was ready to say yes.

He was ready to wait a little longer.

Now he's out of the country on an extended business trip and I'm staying in his penthouse apartment with seeds of disillusionment taking over my soul. Ryker reminded me that his estranged brother might show up out of the blue at his penthouse. He told me to let him know right away if he did. He'd take care of it.

His brother is bad news. The rebel, the black sheep of the family.

"Don't trust him," Ryker said. "Stay as far away from him as possible. He's a thief, a snake."

Warning duly noted. And ignored.

I considered myself equipped to handle whatever was thrown my way. I was wrong.

Nothing prepared me for Zane and the havoc he would wreak in my life--and in my heart. He turned me upside down and knocked me sideways. Falling for the other brother is never a good idea. Keeping it a secret, even worse. Especially when he proves to be the thief he was purported to be.

My heart will never be mine again. And I want it back. But it has been stolen and I'll never be the same.

Never.

A standalone novel from the LOVE UNDER WRAPS series.

The back cover:

I will have ARCs available in early October.

If you are interested in an ARC in exchange for a fair and honest review,

then please contact me at: taylordeanbooks(at)gmail(dot)com

LANCASTER HOUSE

2019-09-16T07:00:00.000-05:00

It's been a while since I've blogged, but I wanted to share this article and video from wiki.ezvid.com.

They featured Lancaster House on their list of Ten Dangerous and Enticing Paranormal Romances!

So cool!

See the article HERE.

It's the time of year to embrace a spooky story.

(But not too scary, because, hey, I'm a wimp when it comes to scary.)

So grab a copy and settle in for a wild ride.

In other news,

I have a COVER REVEAL and information about my next book coming very soon.

Watch for it!

Happy release day to A ME AND YOU THING!!!

2018-12-10T06:00:00.000-06:00

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THE DEEPEST HEARTACHE IS THE ONE YOU DON'T SEE COMING.

Golden couple, Sawyer and Quinn Denali, have an amazing love story. A match in every way, their happiness is evident to all who spend time with them. The arrival of twin baby girls completes their picture-perfect family.

When Quinn has the opportunity to help others on a two-week volunteer trip, she reluctantly leaves her family, knowing a short break from the demands of motherhood will be good for her. She doesn’t expect the trip to change her life forever. But it does. It changes everything.

Struggling from day to day, the young family moves forward, finding happiness . . . and love.

But fate isn’t done mixing things up in their lives. When an unexpected event leaves them all reeling, the unspoken question rings loudly and can’t be ignored: “What happens now?”

A Me and You Thing is a novel that explores the strength of enduring love and friendship.

This book is an emotional read. But any spoilers will ruin the experience.

I love the below advice. Just dive in and enjoy the journey.

There's a note from me at the end of the book. Be sure to read it. It explains why I wrote this novel.

Enjoy!

Happy release day to THE SONGS THAT BROUGHT ME BACK!

2018-12-04T06:00:00.000-06:00

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Have you ever made a mistake? One so monumental you lost everything? I did, and I hate myself for it! All I want to do is close my eyes, and let the darkness consume me. Make it all go away. The end.

Ainsley is drowning in the depth of her despair. One wrong decision left her alone, with only regret as her constant companion. To escape it all, she makes another choice. One she hopes will end everything. Instead, she’s thrown into a whole new world filled with opportunities she doesn’t believe she deserves.

Ethan gives the appearance of breezing through life. But underneath his bright facade, he’s scarred by loss. When fate leads him into Ainsley’s world at the exact moment she needs someone the most, he can’t ignore the chance to right the wrongs of his past.

Ainsley and Ethan will struggle to help each other heal and start anew.

They’ll learn that the secret to conquering their pain lies within their power, if only they can do it together.

Always together.

Sometimes the ending is really the beginning.

This is Book 2 in the Songs Series.

Here's Book 1.

(Although you don't necessarily have to read Book 1 before reading Book 2, but it does give you a little background story before you delve into Book 2.)

They're both wonderful books!

My review:

Such a beautiful story about a sensitive topic. The second book in The Songs Series is wonderfully and thoughtfully written. I loved it.

This book is a heartfelt romance with a powerful message about the sanctity of human life. If you've ever simply needed a friend, The Songs that Brought Me Back will resonate--and leave you thankful for the people in your life.

Bonus: The book takes us to the author's hometown in Belgium, which is fascinating.

Enjoy!

A ME AND YOU THING IS NOW UP FOR PRE-ORDER!

2018-12-01T12:37:00.002-06:00

AMAZON

GOODREADS

Release date: December 10th

THE DEEPEST HEARTACHE IS THE ONE YOU DON'T SEE COMING.

Struggling from day to day, the young family moves forward, finding happiness . . . and love.

But fate isn’t done mixing things up in their lives. When an unexpected event leaves them all reeling, the unspoken question rings loudly and can’t be ignored: “What happens now?”

A Me and You Thing is a novel that explores the strength of enduring love and friendship.

ARCs available upon request.

Email me at taylordeanbooks(at)gmail(dot)com

Violin Words released TODAY!!!

2018-11-19T14:32:00.001-06:00

Need help getting into the holiday spirit?

Read a Christmas romance!

AMAZON

GOODREADS

VIOLIN WORDS

A CHRISTMAS ROMANCE

WHO IS THE AUTHOR?

When Jade Lockwood begins to receive anonymous love letters, she becomes a woman on a mission.

She’s determined to figure out who wrote the flowery, over-the-top letters filled with the sweetest violin words she’s ever heard.

She’s neglected her love life, concentrating on Lockwood Cabins, the business her father built from the ground up. But her sweet letters have awakened something inside of her, something that can’t be ignored.

Facing Christmas alone this year, her emotions are already fragile. Add in a mysterious burglary, a handsome stranger, and a little deceit, and it just might be the most eventful Christmas she’s ever endured.

Will Jade find her happy ending? Or will her love letters prove to be nothing more than a sinister ploy?

Find out in this charming Christmas novel.

MY NEWEST BOOK IS UP FOR PRE-ORDER!

2018-11-15T06:00:00.000-06:00

AMAZON

GOODREADS

Release date: November 19th, 2018

VIOLIN WORDS

A CHRISTMAS ROMANCE

WHO IS THE AUTHOR?

When Jade Lockwood begins to receive anonymous love letters, she becomes a woman on a mission.

She’s determined to figure out who wrote the flowery, over-the-top letters filled with the sweetest violin words she’s ever heard.

Will Jade find her happy ending? Or will her love letters prove to be nothing more than a sinister ploy?

Find out in this charming Christmas novel.

I came up with the idea last year to write a sweet, light, and fluffy Christmas romance, infused with a little mystery. I wanted to publish it last Christmas, but it wasn't quite ready.

I owe a very special thank you to my mother for her help with the interesting backstory included in the pages of this novel. Thanks to her love of genealogy, I was able to weave a little family history about my ancestor, James Lockwood, into my story.

Incidentally, a framed sketch of his Book Bindery and Printing Office hangs proudly on my mother’s office wall, just as it does on my heroine’s office wall.

Also, my mother requested that I write a Hallmarkish novel, one with both romance and mystery.

So, here it is.

Mom, this one’s for you.

I loved writing this book. It's cute and sweet--perfect for the Christmas season.

Enjoy!!

A New Release by a Favorite Author and Other News

2018-11-13T06:00:00.000-06:00

Mix together a smooth-talking, too-handsome-for-his-own-good young man, a frumpy librarian, a bet too lucrative to pass on, and what do you get?

Not what you might think.

Instead you'll find truth in the age-old adages to never judge a book by its cover, and to be kind, everyone is fighting a battle you know nothing about.

A heartbreaking and sweet romance all rolled into one!

Collateral Hearts releases today on Amazon.

Grab your copy HERE.

Can a bet lead to love?

To escape the stress of college studies and caring for her sick mother, Ainsley Howard hides away with a book after her shift ends at the library each night. But when a sexy patron surprises her with a kiss and begs for a date, she wonders if she’s fallen into the pages of one of her romance novels. Though “Prince Charming” seems too good to be true, and she’s already forgotten his name in her flustered state, she agrees to go out with him. She’s tired of living vicariously through books. It’s time to claim her own happily-ever-after.

When Ty Kartchner bets his friends he can get the bookworm in the corner to kiss him, big money is laid on the table. The guys know there’s no way he’ll succeed with the stern librarian. But when he not only kisses the uptight girl, but easily convinces her to go out with him the next night as well, Ty sees a chance to solve his financial woes. Raising the stakes, he places the bookworm’s heart down as collateral, and determines to win at any cost.

As fate, literary classics such as The Scarlet Pimpernel, and deathbed promises throw the unlikely couple together, hearts tangle in Ty’s web of wagers until he discovers too late that winning might actually make him lose what he loves most.

I had the opportunity to beta read this book twice. While it starts out with a cringe-worthy bet, involving some crude college boys, don't let that deter you. This book goes down some very heartfelt roads and takes some unexpected twists. In the end, it's a sweet and touching read that captured my heart. I loved it!

Charissa Stastny writes flawlessly, and is one of my best author friends. I hope you enjoy her stories as much as I do.

Collateral Hearts is the third book in the Ruled Out Romances Series. Although, each book is a stand-alone. The only thing in common between each book is that the hero and heroine immediately rule each other out as potential love interests.

Ruled Out Romances (Do not have to be read in order)

1 - Game Changer - Can he catch the one who's trying to get away?

2 - Package Deal - Angels come in different packages.

3 - Collateral Hearts - Can a bet lead to love?

4 - Corporate Crush - Can love tame the CEO? (coming in 2019)

In this series of stand-alone stories, star-crossed lovers meet, but rule each other out. But life, with its quirky twists and tangled turns, keep bringing each of the unlikely duos together until they discover their unique happily-ever-afters.

Enjoy!

BTW, I WILL HAVE BOOK NEWS COMING YOUR WAY VERY SOON!!

Here's a sneak peek, something I haven't advertised at all as of yet. Until the ebook formatting is done, and I have exact release dates, I've kept quiet thus far. But now the proverbial cat is out of the bag!

Both of my new books that I'm getting ready to release are now on Goodreads!!!

Go check them out!

VIOLIN WORDS ON GOODREADS

A ME AND YOU THING ON GOODREADS

Happy reading!

THE SONGS OF YOU AND ME

2018-07-16T06:00:00.000-05:00

A debut novel releases today! I had the opportunity to beta read this novel several times as it took shape and turned into a great book. I hope you'll give this new author a chance and give her book a try. It's a wonderful story.

The Songs of You and Me

by Mylissa Demeyere

Book Blurb:

A SECOND CHANCE AT FIRST LOVE.

Jane Hartford fell head over heels for Jackson at the tender age of fifteen. She spent most of high school pining for him, until she realized he wasn't going to see her as anything more than his baby sister's best friend. Now she finds herself single with a daughter, a broken heart, and songs that remind her of a long lost love.

Jackson Wright is a man living with regret. His biggest one, never acting on his feelings for Jane. When he returns to Bellebrook, the town they grew up in, he literally runs into her and his world gets tossed upside down and sideways.

This time, Jackson isn't willing to give up. With a meddling sister eager to push both of them together, he believes things might actually work out. That is, if they can overcome the heavy baggage they both carry. Follow Jackson and Jane as they revisit their past, figuring out what went wrong so long ago.

Will they learn they have the power to make things right in the present?

AMAZON

Mylissa Demeyere was born in Belgium, and resides in the beautiful city of Ghent. She lives in a somewhat organized home with her four beautiful children and the love of her life. If she isn’t working, she’s writing, running, reading, or enjoying time with her kids, who are growing up way too fast.

Just a few things . . .

2018-07-11T06:00:00.000-05:00

Hi all,

It's been a loooooong time since I've done a blog post. I thought an update was in order.

I've had a few health issues that have made me step back from life for a bit.

Even though I've cut a lot of things out of my life, I have not stopped writing.

I hope to release two books this year.

One is a contemporary romance. It's currently entitled, A ME AND YOU THING, but I have another idea for a title. I'm debating over what it will be called. It's at 95,000 words and will soon be sent off to beta readers. My hubby read it for me first and I'm currently making a few revisions. Cover reveal soon!

The second book is a Christmas novel entitled, VIOLIN WORDS. I wanted to release it last Christmas, but it wasn't done in time. Hopefully, I can whip it into shape and release it this year. Cover reveal coming soon as well!

A few other highlights that have happened recently . . .

I was spotlighted on Clean Wholesome Romance. To read the post go HERE.

Stone Silence received the Crowned Heart Review from InD'tale Magazine.

Watch the video featuring my book and others below or view it HERE on Youtube.

That's about it for now. Just thought I'd let everyone know that I'm still here and I'm busy writing.

Hope you are all doing GREAT!!!

WORDLESS WEDNESDAY

2018-02-07T06:00:00.001-06:00

Congratulations to the last WORDLESS WEDNESDAY

winner: Mary!

Image courtesy of [holohololand] / FreeDigitalPhotos.net

I liked her caption entitled:

APP OR APATHY?

To view, go here.

Due to illness, Wordless Wednesday will be closed until further notice.

ROMANCE IS IN THE AIR--SHOWCASING AUTHOR TAYLOR DEAN

2018-02-01T06:00:00.001-06:00

I'm With You by Taylor Dean

Can three little words irrevocably change your life?

When the doctors inform Chloe Brennan that her pregnancy is “incompatible with life,” her subsequent choices will change her path forever.

She becomes one of the quiet, unsung heroes of this world, incredibly strong, yet somehow wrongly looked upon as damaged.

Three people will pierce Chloe’s existence: her husband, a stranger, and a precious baby.

One will say goodbye, one will say hello, and one will say both at the same time.

I’m With You is a novel about selfless love and the sacredness of life.

Please note: While this book is a romance novel, it also deals with the sensitive issue of baby loss grief. The emotions are real, and sometimes dark. If you are sensitive to this issue, this may not be the book for you.

AMAZON

“I’m With You” is a beautiful story that centers on one woman's tragic, heart-wrenching loss and the healing brought by unselfish love, giving love, in-sickness-and-in-health-love. It is sweeter, nobler, stronger — and even more passionate than the beginnings of love we so often see. Forever love.

-Julie in Portland, Oregon, Amazon Reviewer

This book knocked my socks off. It was amazing and I will definitely read it again and again. It is "that" good.

-Amazon Reviewer

This book. Oh my gosh. I could NOT put it down. I sobbed like a baby through most of it and felt my heart breaking for my own loved ones who have suffered such a loss. It was written beautifully with great sensitivity and I LOVED it.

-Amazon Reviewer

Excerpt from I'm With You:

“I’m sorry for what I said to you,” he reiterated.

“No big deal.”

“I think it was.”

She shrugged, trying not to show that she hurt so much she could barely breathe. No one noticed inner pain. A broken leg, a broken arm, yes. Outward signs of pain were obvious. Inner turmoil, not so much. And she was broken, just like a leg or an arm, only worse. She was bleeding, gushing from a huge, nasty, open gaping wound.

But no one knew it.

With his unwavering gaze, however, the husband seemed to sense it, maybe even see it. And it made her uncomfortable.

“I-I thought maybe we could have breakfast together or something and, I don’t know, commiserate. Misery loves company and all that. What do ya say? Can I take you out to breakfast? Let me make up for my rash words.”

Goodness sake, the only one unable to forgive him for his impetuous words was himself. The last thing Chloe wanted to do was spend time alone with Mr. Volcano. He’d obviously lost his temper on that fateful day their spouses had run off with each other, and had come looking for a fight. That meant he was probably easily agitated, maybe even volatile. Unstable. When the signs are there, you can’t ignore them. Right?

Yet, somehow, she didn’t feel as though he was a threat. As a matter of fact, he seemed quite courteous.

She simply had no way of knowing if he was sincere or a loon. Her uncertainty concerning him made her respond accordingly as she stammered, “Oh. Thank you, but no. I have so much to do today. So, so much. I’m not even sure I can get it all done in one day. Errands and more errands.” She paused. “Lots of errands.” She sounded like a bumbling idiot and a liar—the lady doth protest too much. She waved in the general direction of her car as she slowly backed away from him. “So much to do. I’m swamped. I have to go.”

“Your country's 500th anniversary to plan, your wedding to arrange, your wife to murder and Guilder to frame for it. You are swamped,” he mumbled.

“Excuse me?”

“Nothing. Sorry.”

“Did you just quote The Princess Bride?”

“Oh, you know it?” he said with surprise. “Yep. Sorry. It’s a nasty habit of mine.”

“Quoting The Princess Bride?”

“No, movie quotes in general.”

“Oh.”

For a moment, she studied him curiously, her interest piqued. Any man who quoted The Princess Bride couldn’t be that bad. Chloe felt herself warm up to him, but he was a total stranger to her and she wasn’t about to jump in his jeep and go for a ride with him just because he knew about true love.

“Thanks for apologizing. I appreciate it,” she said. He’d gone to great lengths to make up for his unkind words and she was impressed with his tenacity. He felt badly, that much was obvious. It was, perhaps, indicative of his true nature. However, she didn’t need to dig any deeper and learn more about this man’s apparent compassionate side. It was enough already. “I have to go,” she blurted.

“All right,” he answered amiably, a hint of both disappointment and acceptance in his tone.

She turned to unlock her door, dropped her keys with shaking hands, and bent to pick them up. Chloe took a deep cleansing breath, trying to calm herself down. By the way she was acting you’d think a handsome stranger had never once tried to speak to her in her entire life, for heaven’s sake. It wasn’t as if he was trying to pick up on her, he was simply extending a hand of friendship. That’s all.

She needed a friend. Desperately. This man was offering. It would be nice to talk with someone. He’d understand. He was experiencing similar emotions. What the heck? She had nothing to lose. Absolutely nothing.

But he was a stranger, she argued with herself. It’s not safe. Maybe he was some kind of psycho or pervert.

I have nothing to lose.

Chloe turned just in time to see the husband taking his seat in his jeep. Not exactly the behavior of someone out to commit nefarious activities.

“Wait!” she yelled.

Surprised at her outburst, he slowly stood, one hand resting on the door of the jeep. He looked like he could be in a commercial promoting outdoor life. Yet, his expression was slightly intense as he looked upon her.

“I don’t really have anything to do. As a matter of fact, I have nothing to do and nowhere to go.”

He nodded, politely not commenting on her lack of a life. “How about breakfast?”

“I’d like that.”

A smile spread across his face, revealing perfect, white teeth. Even if he was a psycho, at least he’d be easy on the eyes.

So was Ted Bundy.

Chloe ignored her inner voice.

“I’ll drive. Hop in,” he invited.

Chloe took a few steps toward him.

“So what were you going to do today? If you don’t mind my asking,” he queried.

It was time for payback. “Go buy a wrench.”

“Why? Is something broken?” he asked, seemingly concerned. Would he consider it his responsibility to help her?

“No. Just because we don’t have one.”

The husband threw his head back and laughed out loud, surprising her. “I know that one. Beaches.”

Surprising. “How do you know that? I mean, these aren’t exactly guy movies.”

“I have four sisters. I’m the baby. No X-Men for me.”

“Say no more. That explains everything.”

He extended his hand. “I’m Jack. Jack Alexander, by the way. Guess it’s time we introduce ourselves.”

Chloe grasped his hand, his grip firm and strong. “I’m Chloe Brennan.”

“Chloe,” he repeated. “I like it. It’s an unusual name.”

“Alexander seems like an unusual last name.”

He shrugged. “Had it all my life.”

“Good answer.”

Jack smiled broadly and her worries washed away.

“Shall we go?” he said, his hand motioning toward his jeep as if it were a grand carriage.

It rather felt like a portal into a new world.

Author Taylor Dean

Taylor Dean lives in Texas and is the mother of four grown children. Upon finding herself with an empty nest, she began to write the stories that were always wandering around in her head, quickly finding she had a passion for writing, specifically romance. Whether it’s paranormal, contemporary, or suspense—you’ll find all sub-genres of clean romance in her line-up.

Giveaway Details

$25 Amazon Gift Card or Paypal Cash Giveaway

Ends 2/28/18 Open only to those who can legally enter, receive and use an Amazon.com Gift Code or Paypal Cash. Winning Entry will be verified prior to prize being awarded. No purchase necessary. You must be 18 or older to enter or have your parent enter for you. The winner will be chosen by rafflecopter and announced here as well as emailed and will have 48 hours to respond or a new winner will be chosen. This giveaway is in no way associated with Facebook, Twitter, Rafflecopter or any other entity unless otherwise specified. The number of eligible entries received determines the odds of winning. Giveaway was organized by Kathy from I Am A Reader and sponsored by the author. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED BY LAW.

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WORDLESS WEDNESDAY WITH WINNER

2018-01-31T06:00:00.000-06:00

Congratulations to the last WORDLESS WEDNESDAY

winner: Rita!

I rarely choose the same winner two weeks in a row, but I loved this caption so much!

Image courtesy of [imagerymajestic] / FreeDigitalPhotos.net

I liked her caption entitled:

SOMETIMES I WONDER WHERE OUR RELATIONSHIP IS HEADED

To view, go here.

LET'S ADD SOME WORDS TO WEDNESDAY.

Your caption can be romantic, funny, inspirational, or sarcastic. Your choice!

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CAPTION THIS IMAGE.

I'll start: Him: "To phub or not to phub."

Her: Later tonight. "To snub or not to snub."

Did you know that phubbing is a real term?

I had to google it.

Phubbing is a term coined as part of a campaign by Macquarie Dictionary to describe the habit of snubbing someone in favour of a mobile phone.

My favorite caption wins a $5.00 Amazon gift card.

Don't forget to leave your email or I will be unable to name you as winner!

You may leave multiple answers to increase your chances of winning.

Contest is closed by Thursday at midnight and the winner will be contacted. Winner will be announced the following Wordless Wednesday.

Open only to those who can legally enter. No purchase necessary. You must be 18 or older to enter or have your parent enter for you. The winner will be emailed. If email is incorrect, a new winner will be chosen. Giveaway is sponsored by Taylor Dean Books. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED BY LAW.

ROMANCE IS IN THE AIR--$100.00 KICK OFF GIVEAWAY

2018-01-25T06:00:00.000-06:00

– Romance is in the Air –

A Month-Long Celebration of Clean Romance

– February 2018 –

Starting February 1st and running through the entire month of February, I am a Reader will be hosting a showcase of 14 fabulous authors. There will be 15 different giveaways, free ebooks and lots of great deals on books.

And guess what? I get to be included as one of the showcased authors!!! I'm so excited!

We’re starting off with a $100 Kick-Off Giveaway. One lucky winner will receive a $100 Amazon Gift Code or $100 in Paypal Cash.

Check out the great list of authors that will be spotlighted.

Taylor Dean

Rachelle Christensen

Jennifer Moore

Cindy Roland Anderson

Jennifer Griffith

Julie Coulter Bellon

Liz Isaacson

Taylor Hart

Stacy Claflin

Nichole Van

Jen Johnson

Becky Monson

Donna Weaver

Kimberley Montpetit

Be sure to stop by each week during February to learn about these amazing authors. You definitely don’t want to miss out on all the giveaways! To be sure you never miss a post, subscribe to I Am A Reader’s Mailing List.

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$100 in Paypal Cash or a $100 Amazon.com eGift Card

Ends 2/28/18

Open only to those who can legally enter, receive and use money sent via PayPal or gift codes via Amazon.com. Winning Entry will be verified prior to prize being awarded. No purchase necessary. You must be 18 or older to enter or have your parent enter for you. The winner will be chosen by rafflecopter and announced here as well as emailed and will have 48 hours to respond or a new winner will be chosen. This giveaway is in no way associated with Facebook, Twitter, Rafflecopter or any other entity unless otherwise specified. The number of eligible entries received determines the odds of winning. This giveaway was organized by Kathy from I Am A Reader and sponsored by the participating authors. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED BY LAW.

WORDLESS WEDNESDAY WITH WINNER

2018-01-24T06:00:00.000-06:00

Congratulations to the last WORDLESS WEDNESDAY

winner: Rita!

Image courtesy of [thanunkorn] / FreeDigitalPhotos.net

I liked her caption entitled:

CAN YOU SEE HOW MUCH I LOVE YOU?

To view, go here.

LET'S ADD SOME WORDS TO WEDNESDAY.

Your caption can be romantic, funny, inspirational, or sarcastic. Your choice!

Image courtesy of [imagerymajestic] / FreeDigitalPhotos.net

CAPTION THIS IMAGE.

I'll start: "Wait . . . do you hear a . . . lawnmower???"

My favorite caption wins a $5.00 Amazon gift card.

Don't forget to leave your email or I will be unable to name you as winner!

Please vote for your favorites at The Swoony Awards!

2018-01-18T06:00:00.000-06:00

Hey all,

If you feel so inclined, I would LOVE it if you would vote for Jailbird and Hothouse Flower, which have been reader nominated for The Swoony Awards on Goodreads! (Stone Silence was on there too, but had to be removed because it doesn't qualify for the correct publication dates. But how cool that a reader nominated it as well!)

Click HERE for the link!

How you rank the books you vote for is very important. For example, if you vote for ten books, the book you mark as your #1 vote will get a much higher score than voting for a book and ranking it as your #10 favorite.

Here are the guidelines for the Swoony Awards.

2018 Swoony Awards

The Swoony Awards are a reader’s choice award recognizing excellence in clean secular, wholesome romance. We wanted a way to show our appreciation to these awesome authors who write the kind of books that we love. It’s also a great way to find new books and a good go-to when looking for something fun to read.

Eligibility

-ONLY books PUBLISHED December 1, 2017 – November 30, 2018 are eligible

-Intimacy: G-PG13 (closed door or fade to black)

-Language: None/mild (No F words or other explicit language) nothing overly crude

-Violence: Mild/low

-Page Count: 100 pages or higher, anthologies are okay

-Age: NO Children’s or Middle Grade

-Religious: No Christian fiction, some *very mild* religious elements may be allowed

You can vote for up to 100 books on the list, books will be added throughout the year so be sure to check back often and nominate whenever you finish and love a book. Voting ends December 31, 2018.

A huge thank you to all who head on over and vote. Even if you don't vote for my books, thanks for your participation!

And . . . you just might find your next great read from the fabulous list of books!

WORDLESS WEDNESDAY WITH WINNER

2018-01-17T06:00:00.000-06:00

Congratulations to the last WORDLESS WEDNESDAY

winner: Laney!

I liked her caption entitled:

Image courtesy of [photostock] / FreeDigitalPhotos.net

WAIT TILL WE HIT THE DANCE FLOOR!

To view, go here.

LET'S ADD SOME WORDS TO WEDNESDAY.

Your caption can be romantic, funny, inspirational, or sarcastic. Your choice!

Image courtesy of [thanunkorn] / FreeDigitalPhotos.net

CAPTION THIS IMAGE.

I'll start: "So, tell me, Doc, do you see any love in there?"

My favorite caption wins a $5.00 Amazon gift card.

Don't forget to leave your email or I will be unable to name you as winner!

Dreaming of Books Giveaway!

2018-01-15T06:00:00.000-06:00

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A NEW RELEASE BY CHARISSA STASTNY!

2018-01-12T12:51:00.000-06:00

If you enjoy clean contemporary romance, you will love Charissa's books!

Check them out!

AMAZON

Angels come in different packages.

Single mom Spring has no desire to date again, so she's pleasantly surprised at her best friend’s wedding when a handsome man’s flirtations charm, instead of annoy her. But when her toddler runs up and calls her Mommy, she can tell by his disgruntled reaction that her daughter is a deal-breaker. He can’t escape fast enough.

Hudson Sandel is proud of his bachelor status even as he attends his little brother’s wedding as best man. Too bad the only woman who tempts him has a daughter that rules her out. Instant fatherhood isn’t on his agenda. But when the kid throws a tantrum, he swoops in to help keep her from ruining the special night. When he leaves though, he can’t stop thinking about the gorgeous blonde’s expression when he played hero to her child. It made him feel uncomfortably good.

As fate, grocery shopping, and toddler tantrums keep throwing the angelic duo into Hudson's path, will he risk his heart and dreams on the package deal, or stick to the sure road leading to corporate success and glory?

***

In this new series of stand-alone romances, star-crossed lovers meet, but rule each other out. Yet life, with its quirky twists and tangled turns, brings each of the unlikely duos together until they discover their unique happily-ever-afters.

Ruled Out Romances (Do not have to read in order)

1 - Game Changer

2 - Package Deal

3 - Collateral Hearts (Coming in 2018)

4 - Corporate Crush (Coming in 2018)

MY REVIEW

FIVE STARS!!!

The littlest member of the package deal steals the show in this charming romance about finding out that three is not always a crowd—and that our hearts can always make room for one more person to love. Seriously, I loved Spring and eventually Hudson. (He's really a softie. You just don't know it at first.) I loved their slow-growing romance. But, little Emma really wrapped herself around my little finger. Don't get me wrong, this is totally a romance novel--but the scenes with the sweet little daughter will warm your heart. An excellent addition to the Ruled Out Romances series.

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AMAZON

Meridee Mansford wants nothing to do with the popular crowd. She’s comfortable being invisible. But that doesn’t stop her from dreaming about the hunky football player who visits the campus ice cream shop where she works. Still, she’s smart enough to know he’d never notice a girl like her, and she’d never want him even if he did. Too much unwelcome attention.

Parker Harrington basks in the glory that’s been his since the game-changing passes he caught pre-season that pushed his team into the national spotlight. Sticky Fingers is his media moniker now, and the cheerleaders who used to ignore him when he sat the bench have become his most devoted fans. But when he accidentally crashes into a quiet coed in the student union building, it throws off his offensive game.

As fate, ice cream, and orange chicken throw the opposites together, will Parker continue keeping company with women he knows are only using him for his fame, or will he change up the game and risk his heart on a genuine girl who despises the attention he craves?

MY REVIEW

FIVE STARS!!!

Opposites attract when the overlooked sweet girl lands herself the popular football star in this quasi Cinderella story. It’s the perfect read to keep you up way past your bedtime—and leave a smile on your face when your head finally hits the pillow.

Parker Harrington quite literally runs into Meridee Mansford, creating quite the aftermath. He can’t forget his run-in with the unassuming beauty—even though his life trajectory is already headed straight toward perfection with a promising sports career and the attention of the girl he has always desired. So, why can’t he shake his wandering thoughts? Why is he drawn to a princess when he has the queen? The answer challenges Parker as he discovers that skin deep magnificence can never compare with the true beauty that lies deep within a soul. Game Changer will entertain the reader with witty dialogue and a fast paced plot. But the reader will also walk away knowing that true love wins every time. This is a well-written, feel-good book that will stick with you for days on end. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the journey!