Treat Yourself To Superhero Romance!

 I love when authors write stories that are a bit of a genre mash-up. As someone who has seen and enjoyed many a Marvel Movie,  Kelly Farmer's Vector City Super's series is a perfect fit!

Secret Spark (Vector City Supers Book 1:

Sadie thinks her hot new neighbor is one of Vector City’s Superheroes, only Joan’s a fiery Supervillian named Spark who’s hot in more ways than one.

FANNING THE FLAMES (Vector City Supers Book 2):

As their relationship grows, Joan and Sadie face new Villains, old Superheroes, running a food truck, and revenge. Just another day in Vector City.

Want to know more about author Kelly Farmer? 

Kelly Farmer (she/her) has been writing romance novels since junior high. While the stories have changed, one theme remains the same: everyone deserves to have a happy ending. She is the bestselling author of queer contemporary romances with snarky humor and lots of heart.

 

When not writing, she enjoys being outside in nature, quoting from eighties movies, listening to all kinds of music, and petting every dog she comes in contact with. All of these show up in her books. Kelly lives in the Chicago area, where she swears every winter is her last one there.

 

To connect with Kelly, talk about current TV binges, and subscribe to her newsletter for access to free bonus stories, head over to www.kellyfarmerauthor.com.

Do You Read Book Blurbs?

 It's very rare for me to read book blurbs, I usually read books other people recommend. I judge a book by the cover more than the blurbs. 

What about you? Do you read blurbs? 

I started reading more blurbs recently because I decided to update the blurb on the back of my first book. I found out that it's better not to give too many plot details because then a potential reader might decide not to read the book because they think they already know the story. Like when you see a movie trailer and at then end of it, you feel like you just saw all the best parts of the movie.

Would you like to see my new blurb? Here it is!

She survived cancer. He’s consumed with running his restaurant.

Nicole is determined to take care of herself after her cancer treatments are complete. She’s done risking her peace of mind to find love. But when she meets a handsome chef with the cutest dimples she’s ever seen, she questions if playing it safe is working.

Sean is the optimistic owner of Jesse's Pub. The restaurant is a hit and a way for him to distance himself from his family. Then he meets a woman who ignores his attempts at flirtation, and he can't get her out of his mind. In the aftermath of a disastrous date, he must get creative with his approach.

Nicole tells herself Sean is different, but she struggles to get past the scars of her past. Just when Sean thinks she is ready to move on from the past, she ghosts him.

Can Sean convince Nicole to open her heart and trust him in return?

If you love small-town romance where the hero falls first, she’s the grumpy one, and there’s just the right amount of spice, pick up No Gouda Without You today!

What do you think? 

There is a Kong Dog in the food court that you have to walk past to go to the movies by us. So after we saw Fantastic Four I had to try a Korean-style corndog. This is a chicken sausage corn dog covered with cinnamon sugar. It was delicious!

The Sunday Post. Shoes Are Key!

   

The Sunday Post is a blog news meme hosted here @ Caffeinated Reviewer. It’s a chance to share news~ A post to recap the past week on your blog and showcase books and things we have received. Share news about what is coming up on your blog for the week ahead. Join in weekly, bi-weekly, or for a monthly wrap-up. you can write about what is coming up on your blog for the week ahead. Join in weekly, bi-weekly, or for a monthly wrap-up. See rules here: Sunday Post Meme.

Back to school means lots of walking and standing for me. If there is school, I'm getting ten thousand steps before it's time for dismissal. This week was busier than I expected--my mistake! I got fewer words done on the draft of my next book during the week, so I'm focusing on catching up and hitting my goal over the weekend. 

We watched the last episode of "Smoke" on Apple TV. It was very good. Dark, but very good storytelling. I also finished the "Resident Playbook" on Netflix. I highly recommend it! A new favorite Kdrama. 

It's still very hot here. I almost melted on the playground on Friday. I don't want to wish away the remainder of summer but it would be nice if the heat or the humidity could be turned down a little.

I'm currently reading these two books. If I reach my word goal tomorrow, I'm going to get "The Inheritance" by Ilona Andrews. --talk about awesome motivation!

How about you? Read or watching anything good? Did you do anything fun? 

What Everyone Is Saying About This Summer

School is back in session so all the staff has been catching up. What is everyone saying when asked about their summers?  

1. Too short! (always)

2. Too hot! (we've had a ton of days that were over ninety degrees Fahrenheit AKA around thirty-two Celsius.)

 Here is the weather looking all innocent when in fact it's not just hot, it's also super humid! 

I recently read this middle-grade book Reunited by Colleen Berquist It's the second book in a trilogy about a thirteen year-old-girl that finds out her family isn't who she thinks. There's a real lack of books for kids that aren't little anymore and who are too young for most YA books. This book is one working to fill the gap. 

Reunited is in Kindle Unlimited and also available as a Kindle book as well as a paperback. 

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So how was your summer? 

Welcome Back! School Has Resumed!

 Well, my wish for a few more weeks of summer break did not magically come true, so here it is--time to go back to school! We have a bunch of new teachers at my school this year, but I am paired with two teachers who have lots of experience. This is great because it will be my first year in a kindergarten classroom. 

I saw the funniest book online. If you are wondering what sorts of books little boys like, this is it.

Perfect for the Halloween season!

I bought a couple of shirts to wear this school year. The first one I'll wear throughout December, and the second is a reminder to myself as well. I got them via a website called Teachergram. 

What I'm reading with my ears right now...

I borrowed this from my public library via hoopla!

A Fun Contemporary Romance! And A Group I Joined To Lurk

If you are looking for a steamy contemporary romance with the secret rich guy trope and a scrappy heroine with plenty of baked goods talk. Check out this book. Audrey Lynden has a very distict writers voice. I found it engaging! One small detail from the book that I loved was that the main male character's secret nickname was Mr. Juicy Fruit.

Lemon Tart is available on Amazon and you can find all of her books on her website:

https://audreylynden.com

This is a group on Facebook where, as the name suggests, people post things that happen and how they don't care. As far as I can tell so far, it's women who are posting. It's interesting to see people freeing themselves from their own and other's expectations.

 

The Sunday Post- Happy Birthday to Me!

   

The Sunday Post is a blog news meme hosted here @ Caffeinated Reviewer. It’s a chance to share news~ A post to recap the past week on your blog and showcase books and things we have received. Share news about what is coming up on your blog for the week ahead. Join in weekly, bi-weekly, or for a monthly wrap-up. you can write about what is coming up on your blog for the week ahead. Join in weekly, bi-weekly, or for a monthly wrap-up. See rules here: Sunday Post Meme.

Today is my birthday, and I plan to do whatever I want today. My husband has been mis-aging me for a couple of months now, this is probably because he knows I find it annoying. Why age myself up? Can't I savor each day of the year? 

Yesterday, I was a featured author at my local romance bookstore, Love's Sweet Arrow. It was super fun! I met readers, some people bought my books, and there was free ice cream! You can't beat that!  

This week it's back to school. It looks like this year I'll be working in kindergarten classrooms. So wish me luck! I'm already missing my favorite preK kids. We have a couple of institute days before the kids come back. Tuesday night I'm going to have to turn back on my morning alarms. Sigh, I'll miss you summer!

TV-wise, we have been watching King of War starring Jason Mamoa on Apple and Smoke starring Journee Smollet and Taron Egerton. I've been watching the Kdrama Resident Playbook which I have been really enjoying. I like medical dramas.

What have you been reading and/or watching? 

In books I finished:

This Guy is an Auto Buy for Me!

 Well, more like an auto-borrow from my library. The Kindle version is almost ten bucks. I only buy Kindle books if they are under five dollars. I love my public library!  I read the book in a couple days, stayed up way too late to finish it, but Charlie Donlea is so good with the ticking time clock on his thrillers. This one is no exception. The story is not finished at the end of the book, and I am waiting impatiently for what happens next.

One thing I liked about this book is that a character has Bell's Palsy, she is the love interest of the main character. I liked the way she is portrayed and how the condition doesn't diminsh her in any way.

If you like Thrillers, give Charlie Donlea a read. I think you'll enjoy them.

And in author news, I'm working diligently on my work in progress, and I feel like it is going pretty well. When I write my rough drafts, I usually get to a point where I think every word I write is terrible and I should quit, but that usually happens when I'm about two-thirds done. So I've got that to look forward to! Haha!

Recent Read: Romantic Suspense Flaming Retribution and the Weather here is Flaming Hot!

So let's see what you need to know if you like Romantic Suspense. This book has a little swearing. It's closed door. Almost all of the book, they are catching feelings but not acting on them, so a very slow burn. The MFC has a cat. The MMC is a stripper and a fireman. The main male character is named Skye and the female main character is named Kendall. And in my brain, I kept swapping their genders when I started reading. The Skyes I know are all women, and I know a few guys who are Kendall. So, that's how that happened. If this sounds like a book you'd like to check out, it is available as a ebook on Amazon, and maybe other places. Here is the Amazon link: https://a.co/d/fNrOyp5

 

Recently in addition to very hot weather and high humidity, we got a bunch of rain. This is a patch of mushrooms I saw in a neighbor's yard when I was out for a run.

Oh No The End Is Near--Back to School Is Coming!

 

August is here and that means--nope I don't want to say it. I'll save it for at least another week.

So here are a couple of very different books I enjoyed recently via my Kindle Unlimited subscription. Cat Dish Gin is a slice of life book by Heather Curlee Novak. It reminded me of when I was a kid and took my mom's Erma Bombeck books and read them. Heather's book was so enjoyable that I didn't want it to end!

Here is more info on the book:

Cat Dish Gin – Life’s Chaos, Served with a Twist of Humor

Ever had a moment so ridiculous it made you wonder if Jesus Himself might take a sip of gin straight from a cat dish? Welcome to Cat Dish Gin—a sharp, witty, and wildly relatable collection of NPR essays that turn the everyday mess of marriage, motherhood, work, and aging into laugh-out-loud, life-affirming moments.

From mastering the art of parenting while losing your sanity to finding joy in life’s smallest (and strangest) victories, these bite-sized essays are perfect for women who need a reminder that imperfection is its own kind of magic.

💡 For fans of Anne Lamott, Gretchen Rubin, and Dorothy Parker.
📖 Short, bingeable, and best enjoyed out loud.
🎁 The perfect gift for moms, grandmas, and wild women everywhere.

Read Cat Dish Gin now and laugh your way to a more joyful life!: https://a.co/d/5JbCL0V

And then for something completely different, I read a romance about the tooth fairy falling in love with a human. I'm not sure if Lord Pearl by Rowen Burrows is considered a paranormal romance or romantasy. It's all about the gods and goddesses and all sorts of magic beings like the tooth fairy and the sandman. 

Here is the link to check it out- https://a.co/d/3phKAkU

Belief can be a powerful thing. Belief can be the difference between life and death.

One moment, one decision, can change the course of your life.
For Lillian Tooth, one decision left her cursed to be the Tooth Fairy.
For Grayson Simmons, one moment introduced him to the Tooth Fairy and the world of magic.

Lillian is legendary, but that doesn’t mean she is brave. Grayson is her best friend, and she has fallen for him.
Her curse leaves her afraid of rejection.

Grayson is honoured to be part of Lillian’s world. She is his best friend. Of course, he has thought about more, but he is human.
He is not worthy.

When a harmless game reveals their true feelings, they have choices to make and fears to face.
Choices and fears that can change the course of not just their lives, but magic…