I OWN THE DAWN is a compelling military romance that vividly
captures the complexities of life on the frontline,
particularly when it comes to relationships. Though the
heart of the story is the developing friendship and romance
between First Lieutenant Archie Stevenson and Sergeant Kee
Smith, the primary setting, a Read more...
Just because you're paranoid it doesn't mean they're not out
to get you. That's the theme that seems to be controlling
Liv Dugan's life. As a child she discovered her mother's
body hanged in the kitchen. The police ruled it a suicide
but Liv Read more...
Computer programmer Camilla Novak works at the University
and lives in geek central, an apartment complex housing many
of the university's brilliant, single, and socially awkward
male scientists. Cami is happy to be one of the complex's
social hubs, feeding the guys and joining in their gaming.
She Read more...
If you ever had a fantasy of being stranded on a deserted
island with two hot guys, then STORM BOUND is for you! In
fact it's better, because Christie, Wolf, and Jon are
stranded in a luxury resort (my idea of roughing it!) on an
Island that has been Read more...
Cassandra Whitman is having a rough day at work. Her dream
job is working at an art gallery but her lack of ambition
has kept her waitressing at a Las Vegas steakhouse where the
tips are good and help her pay the rent. Since she caught
her now-ex-boyfriend Read more...
Meg Cabot has written a number of great series for children,
young adults, and adults. My personal favorite is the
Heather Wells series, featuring a former pop princess whose
mother ran off with her money and who caught
now-ex-boyfriend (and boy band heartthrob) Jordan Cartwright
cheating. Heather is Read more...
Annajane Hudgens can prove she's over her ex-husband, Mason
Bayless. She has no problem being a guest at his wedding to
the beautiful and petite Celia Wakefield, right? Right?
She's starting to have second thoughts about this whole
"closure" thing when the illness of Mason's daughter Read more...
Olivia Marconi has finally kicked her philandering,
can't-cook chef of a husband to the curb. Unfortunately,
she's still dealing with the fallout. Feeling like a failure
who can't manage a marriage or a restaurant, she's decided
to quietly walk away from it all. She's Read more...
Kaz Flaherty and her friends are beyond excited to see Speed
in concert- the music is brilliant and the guys are hot.
What she doesn't realize is that best friend Sophie has been
hooking-up with Nathan Pace, the man who turns out to be
the band's lead Read more...
Susan Elizabeth Phillips fans have long awaited Lucy Jorik's
story since she appeared as a teen in First Lady and
as a runaway bride in Call Me Irresistible. Now,
finally, we get the story of what Lucy was doing after she
left Ted at the Read more...
Mama Silverthorne has one more child to push towards her
happy ending before walking into that bright light (or not,
she'll decide when she gets there!). Mama, haunting the
back of her old Buick, is worried about Kelly, her middle
and most-self-sufficient child who has often been Read more...
Deva Dunne is building her interior design business so every
client counts. Designing a room to complement two paintings
by Monet was a treat. When Deva returns to the home for
some additional work, she is stunned to discover that one of
the paintings is missing, cut from its frame Read more...
I thoroughly enjoyed the first four books in Annette Blair's
Vintage Magic Mystery series featuring Maddie Cutler who
experiences psychic visions when she touches clothing
(needless to say, owning a vintage clothing store introduces
some interesting challenges). CLOAKED IN MALICE, though the
fifth book in the series, is my Read more...
Katie Dane wants nothing more than to get back to grad
school and continue her studies in French literature.
Instead, she is stuck managing the Hair of the Dog with
little success. Her dad is taking time off from the bar
after having a heart attack and her mom is Read more...
I am a big fan of Jaci Burton's Play-by-Play series
featuring the Riley family and lots of hot, sexy athletes.
I have eagerly anticipate the latest book, PLAYING TO WIN,
which brings us Cole Riley's story, cousin to the Riley
siblings featured in the earlier books Read more...
Hailey Anderson knows that she made the right decision in
breaking up with her abusive boyfriend. Still, she's happy
to escape the aftermath via a Hawaiian vacation with her
brother Jake and his wife Nikki. Joining them are Tony
Adamo and Mark Allen, Jake's best friends since childhood Read more...
Taylor Security is facing its toughest and most important
assignment ever. Roxann, Mike Taylor's pregnant wife, is
being held hostage by Freedom Today. The group believes their
leader was wrongly incarcerated. They want him released and
the "true" story printed in Roxann's paper. To insure
Roxann's safety Read more...
Coral Smythe, the madam of London's infamous brothel
Aphrodite's Grotto, has built her business around insuring
men sin and pleasure. At a time when women had few options,
she found a way to support herself and protect those who
work with her. Carol had full control of what Read more...
My favorite supernatural duo is back and better than ever.
As with their previous collaboration When He Was Bad,
Shelly Laurenston and Cynthia Eden each contribute to HOWL
FOR IT a novella featuring awesome shifters, vamps, and the
people who love (or loathe) them.
Like A Wolf With Read more...
Police Officer Samuel Briggs has moved from New Mexico to
Stratton, PA to start a new life after a tragic loss. He
patrols the town on his new third-shift beat and spends his
off-time fixing-up his new home. The people he meets are
warm and welcoming and Read more...
Maria Munoz
One of six children, and the middle
daughter to boot, I very rarely got
control of the television while growing
up. So I entertained myself by
reading, and found a passion that has
lasted a lifetime. My love of reading
comes from my love of language. Words
fascinate me. David Tennant is my
favorite Dr. Who, in part, because he
regularly plays with words (Allons e!).
My favorite book is The Time Traveler's
Wife because I love the lyrical quality
of the writing. I read many different
genres, but lean towards contemporary
romance, romantic suspense, cozy
mysteries, and anything humorous. I can
always be found with a book and never
hesitate to pull it out if I have time
to kill. In addition to my day job, I
am a copy editor for FreshFiction, and
co-host of the Fort Worth chapter of
the DFW Tea book clubs.
This isn't a genre I'm usually drawn to but with this kind of fan love, I'll have to check it out. I shudder to think what our world would be like if the Vampires were part of the battle.
I've been in the same place for about 5 years, which is a new record for me since I began living on my own. Haven't livid anywhere exotic, but each place had it's own charm.
I'm a big fan of the reality shows- particularly the competition shows like Top Chef. I will definitely have to read your book since it includes my other favorite thing- suspense.
I can see why the police might have thought you were stalking or stealing. I get really pulled in by dialogue, but good world building is what makes a book special.
Loved your True Colors and True Visions. When will Sam's story be out? I can watch that episode of Buffy over and over again. I also like Oz seeing Willow from afar and falling instantly in love, and how this built over several episodes until they finally met.
I'm really intrigued by the plot of your book. I agree that the hero/heroine need to contrast to make it interesting, as long as the attraction makes sense (however illogical that sense may be sometimes).
I would have to go with family gathered around the tree to open presents on Christmas morning. I guess that's three- family, tree, and presents. When we can, we make tamales, which are always a special occasion food because they are so time consuming to make (but worth the effort!). Your book sounds exciting.
DFW Tea Readers group and Readers 'n 'ritas have been a great source for discovering new authors. This year I was introduced to Louisa Edwards, Nikki Duncan, and Annette Blair, among others.
Now that I understand it's just stress, my teeth falling out dream doesn't bother me. But I must admit, the first thing I do when I wake up is check my teeth.
I remember at least part of my dream on most mornings. My dreams are very story-like, probably from I'll the books I've read. My recurrent stress dream is all my teeth falling out. Which reminds me, I need to make a dentist appointment.
I am a life long fan or romance or books with romantic elements, going back to "The Witch of Blackbird Pond", "My Sister Mike", and Meg and Calvin in "A Wrinkle in Time"
I feel like I'm in a reading funk now. You give a great description of how it feels. Maybe I'll see if Zoe Archer can get me out of it. Thanks for the suggestion.
Hi. I am not good a keeping track of what I read. I just pick up a book. I'm guessing I read 8-12 books in May- lots of Shelly Laurenston and Susuan Wiggs.
When I'm too tired or stressed to deal with a new book, I pull out my old favorites for comfort and (imaginary) friendship. Going way back- Jo Beverly, Loretta Chase, Evelyn Crowe, Jennifer Cruise. More recent favorites are Robyn Carr and Shelly Laurensten.
Had a great time at the last Readers and Ritas and am looking forward to going again this year. You can't beat a day talking about books and meeting authors.
I pay attention to the background description if it helps define the characters and/or move the story forward. Too much description and I start skimming.
Hi. I'm behind on reading Novak and Anderson, I'll have to catch-up. I was enjoying Laurien Berenson's dog show mysteries and was sad to see she won't be writing any more. Maria
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