April's Affections and Intrigues: Love and Mystery Bloom

Ann Sheiring

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94 comments posted.

Re: All Out of Love (12:20pm July 1, 2013):

I guess I'm a match for your books because I was mostly d's

Re: The Geek Girl And The Scandous Earl (1:43pm March 15, 2013):

This book sounds like so much fun. As a geek myself, my kids like to tease
me when my geek starts to show, I can't imagine loosing my tech toys.
Congratulations on getting your book published, it must be wonderful
seeing it on the book shelves.

Re: The Survivor (7:08pm March 10, 2013):

I am lucky to live in a neighborhood with a private security patrol. It is sad
that things like that are needed, but I feel safer. I don't rely on that, so I
make sure of my surroundings and my neighbors.

Re: A Risk Worth Taking (7:00pm March 10, 2013):

I do prefer romances that are about people I have nothing in common with
my life. I enjoy pure escapism.

Re: Seven-Night Stand (4:31pm February 9, 2013):

I love small town romances. I love how every one in town knows what's
happening and tries to manipulate the outcome or at least help it along.

Re: Treacherous Temptations (4:28pm February 9, 2013):

I love when a historical novel is true to the time period. Treacherous
Temptations sound like a great book.

Re: Once Again A Bride (10:48pm February 8, 2013):

My memories of events in this house make me happy. I have never loved
the house itself, but the neighborhood is great.

Re: Fly Away Peta (10:44pm February 8, 2013):

I love Eve Dallas from the In Death series by JD Robb

Re: Lady Eve's Indiscretion (10:18pm February 8, 2013):

I loved Lady Sophia's Christmas Wish and would love to read the reast of
the series.

Re: The Autumn Bride (10:23pm January 30, 2013):

I don't belong to a reading group, but I have a good friend I work with and
we discuss what we are reading. Sometimes the same book, but not
always.

Re: Deck the Halls With Love (9:52pm January 30, 2013):

I really enjoyed Seduced by a Pirate by Eloisa James. Griffin really needed
his own book. I liked The Ugly Duchess and he was a great character.

Re: Pride, Prejudice and the Perfect Match (8:21pm January 28, 2013):

Your books sound so fun. Mt friend did online dating and actually met a
really nice guy. He is normal and they have been together for a year now. I
don't think I would try it, but never say never. Sorry my hubby says I will
never, lol

Re: Murder for the Halibut (7:17pm January 27, 2013):

I am insecure about throwing parties. I always think that no one will show
up, that they will have something better to do. It is dumb because it has
never happened. I still invite people over, but the fear is there.

Re: Real Men Don\'t Break Hearts (8:41am January 23, 2013):

I like when characters seen real, I don't want a book in which characters
just seem to have names and you are to assume so much about them.
Real Men Don't Break Hearts looks great.

Re: Falling for her Fiance (8:38am January 23, 2013):

He must be protective, funny, and understanding, I am not the easiest
person to live with, lol.

Re: Undercover Wolf (2:59pm January 22, 2013):

I love both genres, paranormal is what I usually read, but I love a good
mystery. Since I have four dogs a pet rescue mystery sounds wonderful. I
wish I could have more dogs, but right now I have one that is blind from
diabetes, so she keeps me busy. Thanks for the giveaway.

Re: The Wicked Wedding Of Miss Ellie Vyne (5:45pm January 17, 2013):

What a great title and cover. I just love fun historical novels.

Re: Thread On Arrival (11:23pm January 15, 2013):

I love to embroider and do other forms of needlework. I love that this
combines mystery and my love of needlework.
Ann(dot)sheiring(at)aol(dot)com

Re: Doomed (11:20pm January 15, 2013):

I have always been fascinated by Sirens. The way they can bring a sailor to
his doom, wow. Medusa is also another woman in mythology that has
amazing power

Re: Finding Home (5:55pm January 14, 2013):

So many of my memories center around my children. Milestones when they
were small and now that they are adults the milestones are still coming, just
different.

Re: Kiss Of The Betrayer (4:41pm January 12, 2013):

I've learned to realize that delegating ans letting things go is the key to life.
We can't do everything ourselves and shouldn't have to, life is too short.

Re: South Of Surrender (10:19pm January 9, 2013):

I read North of Need, how do you deceide how the series will progress?
What will the next scenario will be for your characters?

Re: The Missing Manuscript Of Jane Austen (8:39pm January 6, 2013):

I love Jane Austen and I have always enjoyed your books. Thank you for
sharing your writing process.

Re: For The Love Of A Goblin Warrior (12:29pm January 4, 2013):

Wow a Goblin King, I can't believe I don't have these books already.
Thanks for letting me know they exist. I need to add them to my TBR list.

Re: Prince Of Power (12:26pm January 4, 2013):

I do fall for a cover first, but I really rely on reviews for book
recommendations.

Re: The Ravenous Dead (8:32pm December 31, 2012):

I am thankful that my children have had a great year. I am also grateful that
my husband and I are employed. The best gift this year was the news that
after removal my rumors we not cancerous. I hope 2013 is just as great.

Re: A Little Bit Wicked (1:28pm December 29, 2012):

I try to set a goal that is realistic. I think walking everyday is a manageable
goal. I think I can take 15 minutes out of my day to take a short walk. I
know once I get started I will go for longer walks.

Re: Live And Let Love (10:47am December 28, 2012):

I haven't read any of the Agent X series, but they sound fun.

Re: Renegade (12:04pm December 25, 2012):

I love A Charlie Brown Christmas. I remember reading the book so I would
be ready to watch it as a kid. No video or DVDs back then. It was an event
to see it on tv every year.

Re: Deliver Me From Temptation (11:37am December 21, 2012):

I took on the company Christmas party by myself one year. It was so much
work I was worried it would be a failure. It was a great success, but I did
ask for help and people jumped to help, they were excited to be asked.

Re: Waltz With A Stranger (11:33am December 21, 2012):

I really enjoyed the Bride Quartet series by Nora Roberts. The four stories
of friends who were so close they became family.

Re: Captive Of The Border Lord (8:43am December 21, 2012):

My Dad loves to tell us the story about when he was little it didn't take much
to entertain him. His Dad would give him a bucket of water and a brush and
he would "paint" the garage. Of course this falls into the back in my day
story group.

Re: Against The Odds (8:36pm December 19, 2012):

We go to church every Christmas Eve and hear my father sing in the choir.
We go every year and now that my Father is 84 it is even more special.

Re: Betrayed by Shadows (9:01am December 18, 2012):

You listed some great examples of heroines that aren't all sunshine and
roses. I like watching them grow and find themselves, but they don't
change too drastically.

Re: Deadly Patterns (6:33pm December 15, 2012):

My oldest son makes my Aunty Ruth's famous chocolate carmel pecan
toffee coolies. She taught him to make them and he is the only person she
gave the recipe to. They are a lot of work and calories, so he only makes
them at Christmas just like she did.

Re: Just A Cowboy And His Baby (1:39pm December 14, 2012):

I like a little friction. After the fight there is the makeup scene. No one can
be a perfect couple all the time.

Re: Love Thy Sister (10:45pm December 11, 2012):

Thank you for sharing your journey with us. Your books sound wonderful
and congratulations in the Italian translation.

Re: Counterfeit Cowboy (10:42pm December 11, 2012):

Tall, dark, and handsome like my husband, lol. Counterfeit Cowboy sounds
like a great book.

Re: Jane's Gift (7:21am December 9, 2012):

I am hoping to get Rogue Rider by Larissa Ione. I like to vary my reading
and a paranormal romance sounds like fun.

Re: Rancher's Son (9:57pm December 6, 2012):

I was really surprised, when I read the book description I thought it might
be a mistake. I think the story sounds wonderful and the trek across Florida
should be an eye opener.

Re: The Bridegroom Wore Plaid (9:53pm December 6, 2012):

I didn't know that Queen Victoria was so progressive in her views on
women. Maybe she was just opinionated, but I like how she didn't care
what the men thought she didvitvanyway.

Re: Holiday Buzz (8:07pm December 4, 2012):

I haven't read a holiday mystery, yet. I can't wait to read Holiday Buzz and
the other books in the series. Candy Cane frosting? What a great idea,
yum!

Re: Wish Upon A Christmas Star (7:11am December 2, 2012):

I am being materialistic, I want a silver Tiffany keyhole ring. I am hoping
hubby took the hint of the open catalog on his nightstand, lol

Re: Mistletoe, Merriment, and Murder (6:54pm December 1, 2012):

I love the idea of a Christmas mystery and the white elephant party inspired
you. Mistletoe, Merriment, and Murder is a great title for a book.

Re: Heart Of A Texan (5:39pm November 30, 2012):

I think that cowboys have the reputation of being strong and on the side of
right. We often see them as all American and ready to defend a woman's
honor.

Re: Double Time (5:34pm November 30, 2012):

I like many types of music, but rock and roll is still top of the charts, lol

Re: How I Came To Sparkle Again (8:30pm November 29, 2012):

Finding us isn't the hard part, it's getting into our neighborhood that's
hard.we live in a gated commnity and using the call box is a bit confusing.
If you look us up by name you hit #, if you use a code we give you don't hit
# even though the box tells you too, we said don't. Hopefully we get better
directions soon.

Re: Christmas Confidential (9:26pm November 28, 2012):

We always make my Aunty Ruth's toffe pecan cookies. My son makes
them now because she only taught him and he has the recipe. We have
been treated to them since I was little. She sent us a box from Minnesota
and we couldn't wait for it to arrive.

Re: A Christmas Bride / Christmas Beau (9:19pm November 27, 2012):

These books all bound so good. I just love Christmas romances, I stock up
now so I can have a couple for later in the year when I am in the mood.

Re: Holiday in Crimson (8:15pm November 24, 2012):

I remember when my twin girls were little we went to the children's mass
with them. It was fun because all the children had bells and were allowed to
ring them during the service. They loved it and it was the best Christmas
Eve, since the children were all in such great moods, not tired and cranky.

Re: Untamed (6:49pm November 23, 2012):

My tradition is working, I have worked the Black Friday sales for fourteen
years. There is never a dull moment.

Re: Wolfishly Yours (6:43pm November 23, 2012):

Wolfishly Yours sounds like a great book. I really like paranormal and
historical romances and this looks like a great combo.

Re: Rogue Rider (5:45pm November 19, 2012):

Larissa's Demonica series is just as incredible as this one. I am so excited
to read Reseph's story. I hate to see this series end, but I look forward to
seeing what is next from Larissa.

Re: Playing at Love (5:40pm November 19, 2012):

I spent most of my childhood at Candlestick park watching the Giants play
baseball. My parents had season ticket and that's where I learned to keep
score and ate many chocolate frostys. As for quarterbacks, being from San
Francisco I am going to go with Steve Young. He is both smart and
talented and easy on the eyes.

Re: Ashes Of Twilight (3:57pm November 17, 2012):

This book sounds really good. I like how Wren is not a shrinking violet. She
sounds like a great heroine. I love old Star Trek and love how you found
inspiration from that great old show.

Re: How To Tame A Willful Wife (2:50pm November 16, 2012):

I think the only truly happy relationships are the ones that stay together for
loves sake. How to Tame a Willful Wife sounds like a great romance.

Re: The Twelve Clues Of Christmas (7:05pm November 11, 2012):

I always remember that the most exciting part of Christmas was getting the
package from my Aunts when I was a kid. There was always something
wrapped and cookies inside. It didn't matter what it was, but the excitement
of hearing the door bell and having the mailman hand us the box was so
much fun.

Re: What The Cat Saw (2:50pm November 10, 2012):

I adore cats, I always had one as a child. When I moved out I couldn't have
pets so my dad bought me a cement cat statue. I still have it and it is a
great reminder of my love for animals.

Re: Heart of Danger (2:44pm November 10, 2012):

I enjoy all types of apocalypses, vampire, zombie, plague, technology,
whatever. I just finished The Poison Princess and I liked the sun flare idea
destroying everything, well almost.

Re: Enslaved (1:22pm November 9, 2012):

I love the damaged hero who finds himself again despite the fact that he
doesn't want to. The woman he finds always wants to help, but it is up to
him to find his way back, the damaged hero is my favorite type, they are so
complex.

Re: Christmas On Mimosa Lane (9:21pm November 8, 2012):

I really enjoyed the excerpt and her Tinkerbell jammies. I look forward to
hearing my Dad sing on Christmas Eve. The whole family goes to church to
see him and now that he is in his eighties it makes it even more special.

Re: The Warrior (6:33pm November 1, 2012):

I think that most little girls want to be princesses that live in a castle with a
prince. Castles are beautiful, but I don't know how practical they would be
today, but the were built to protect and that they did. Thanks for the chance
to win what is sure to be a good read.

Re: Death In The Floating City (10:34pm October 30, 2012):

Right now I am reading Eloisa James's Seduced by the Pirate. I love
historical romances and mysteries, so this book sounds great. Thanks for
the chance to win, all your books sound really good.

Re: Down for the Count (5:41pm October 29, 2012):

My friends dared me to ask out my now husband. I left him a note on his
windshield with a lipstick kiss. It really wasn't facing a dare head on, but I
did try. I am shy so dares are really not something I would accept. I did get
the guy out of this though : )

Re: Midnight Exposure (5:37pm October 29, 2012):

I really enjoy Temperance Brennan from Kathy Reichs and Eve Dalles from
JD Robb. Both are great female characters.

Re: Iced Chiffon (7:10pm October 28, 2012):

I LOVE Castle, I have watched it from the beginning. I really like the
chemistry between Castle and Beckett, this season so far is pretty good.
There is humor and a great cast of supporting characters. Iced Chiffon
sounds like a great read, I like these small town mysteries. Thanks for the
fun giveaway.

Re: Kissed By A Vampire (7:04pm October 28, 2012):

I think mixing suspense with paranormal gives the story more depth. I can
be so interesting to anxiously wait to find out what happens. Thanks for
giving a chance to win one of your great stories.

Re: One Night with a Hero (11:27am October 27, 2012):

I really enjoy military heroes. They are the men who keep us all safe and
able to enjoy our freedom. Also from a romance point of view they are Alfa
males which are my favorites. Thanks for the chance to win such a great
book and its the first in a series, even better.

Re: Mistletoe Cowboy (2:18pm October 26, 2012):

I really like books that become series, I like being able to revisit favorite
characters and settings. When familiar characters return it is a great bonus
because it is like catching up with old friends. The end of a series is always
sad, but hopefully the author will start up a new one with more interesting
characters. Thanks for the chance to win Mistletoe Cowboy, I have been
looking forward to this one.

Re: Lady Louisa's Christmas Knight (2:12pm October 26, 2012):

I love the Christmas theme it is such a beautiful time of year and add in
romance and you have a great pairing. They put me in the mood for all the
preparations for the Christmas season. I love the holidays when I can find
all the beautiful romances like Lady Louisa's Christmas Knight.

Re: Night Thief (8:47pm October 25, 2012):

I think that having real events intertwined with paranormal or other types of
romances is really interesting. The book sounds great and I like how it will
be a series. Thanks for sharing with us.

Re: Tempting the Best Man (11:38pm October 24, 2012):

I love a strong male hero in my romance novels. I like how alfa males
always know what they want and get it.

Re: Losing Control (11:32pm October 24, 2012):

Linked or series books are my favorite. I enjoy seeing the characters and
story grow. I like Nora Roberts trilogy's and there are so many good
paranormal series that I enjoy.

Re: Blood Therapy (9:17am October 23, 2012):

I just love reading vampire novels and this sounds so good. I am glad it is a
series I enjoy following characters through new adventures. I really think
the idea of a paranormal shrink is such a different take on vampires, I can't
wait to read.

Re: Abigail And Mistletoe (7:22pm October 22, 2012):

Wow 80 books congratulations , quite the accomplishment. I would love to
win a copy of Abigail and Mistletoe. Thanks for the opportunity

Re: Miss Lavigne's Little White Lie (9:51pm October 18, 2012):

As they say you only get one first impression, but I think your opinion can
change after spending time with someone. People may not show their true
self until they get to know you.

Re: Return Of The Border Warrior (9:47pm October 18, 2012):

Jane Austen novels are my secret treasure, I fell in love with them in high
school and they are my all time comfort novels. I just adore historical
romances and they were my first.

Re: Run The Risk (8:48am October 10, 2012):

I think of JR Ward's character Zadist, he is so damaged at first. I love how
he learns to honor himself as he grows in the series.

Re: Against His Will (12:34pm October 9, 2012):

With four dogs you could say I am an animal lover. These books sound
like lots of fun. The characters in both stories are intriguing, but like
everyone seems to be saying about the non animal lover I might have a
hard time too. Although having no pets for the first 15 years of my marriage
I guess I went overboard once I found the unsaleable dogs from a litter that
no one wanted.

Re: Savage Hunger (3:59pm October 5, 2012):

In reality I would never pick the jungle as a place to go, but in a book I
could absolutely enjoy the experience .

Re: Contract For Marriage (5:43pm October 4, 2012):

When it comes to my children I would definitely be a fighter and scream
and yell. Most of the time I don't like confrontation, but there are times you
need to stand up. The book sounds really good, thanks for sharing a bit of
yourself.

Re: Dark Light Of Day (2:34am October 2, 2012):

I like the idea of the different types of magic, the waxing and waning magic.
I always enjoyed Jenienne Frost's Bones and Kat. Bones with his mind
reading among other talents and Kat with her ability to borrow abilities from
whomever she is snacking on.

Re: Construction Beauty Queen (8:37pm September 30, 2012):

I have never lived in a small town, so I am not familiar with actual small
town life. My impressions are from mostly books and they make small
towns seem like the ideal place to be. I love how everyone seems to know
each other ans the annoyances that come with that.

Re: Secrets Of A Wedding Night (6:00pm September 28, 2012):

I am always looking for new authors, definitely look forward to reading your
book

Re: Renegade (8:41pm September 27, 2012):

My family calls me the book hoarder, lol. I do reread my favorites,
especially Pride and Prejudice, I am a hopeless romantic at heart. I do thin
the herd,so to speak, every so often. I have a friend who loves it when I
bring a "goodie bag" to work.

Re: Diary of a Vampire Stripper (7:51pm September 26, 2012):

I guess I never considered my taste in men creepy. Alan Rickman (YUM)
as Dracula, yes please!

Re: A Home For Nobody's Princess (2:23pm September 25, 2012):

I always thought that my parents house where I grew up would feel like
home, but slowly it has become the house my husband and our children
live. 4 kids and 4 dogs maybe I should call it a zoo not a house, but it is
definitely home. : )

Re: Boyfriend From Hell (7:16pm September 24, 2012):

I live in an area with cornfields and what a fun story about your inspiration.
The story sounds great and who wouldn't love the title. ; )

Re: Got Game? (9:34am September 22, 2012):

I am glad you decided to self publish and not listen to those who said no
one would be interested in a story about a female athlete. I think it sounds
like an interesting story and I liked your comment that throwing like a girl
may not mean what it used too.

Re: Where There's A Will (10:53am September 21, 2012):

I love romance novels. I don't hide the fact, but I don't shout it from the
rooftops either. A story that takes you away is always fun, contemporary,
historical, fantasy, whatever. I am looking forward to checking out your
books, I love finding a new author to read.

Re: Charming Blue (10:44am September 21, 2012):

Christmas stories and stories based on fairy tales, how much better can it
get. These are all of my favorite types of romances and "quirky" makes
them sound perfect. I can't believe I have missed your books, but finding a
new author is always a little gift. Thank you for sharing

Re: Deadly Little Lies (6:20pm September 20, 2012):

I discovered Jane Austen in high school and it ignited my love of romance
novels. I started with historical and expanded to paranormal and everything
in between. The keeper Kase is a great idea as I am now an owner of a
kindle.

Re: Enemies at the Altar (6:08pm September 20, 2012):

I think hate is definitely a reflection of our own insecurities. It is easier to
hate than admit we see our own flaws in someone. Love and hate are
closely related emotions they take lots of energy. The book sounds great
nothing like a little friction between characters to make a story great! Would
really like to read it.

Re: Resurrection Express (10:09pm September 19, 2012):

Thanks for sharing your quest in getting this book out to all of us who love
to read. Can't wait to read it.