Author Spotlight! Samara Reed! Sheltered Hearts

 Bodie Davis has been unsure of love for a long time. Being a local legend will do that to a man. But when he steps into the middle of a domestic dispute and his neighbor needs somewhere to go, he finds himself falling for both her, and the daughter he never knew he wanted.

Trix Harper doesn't have the best track record with men. So when her neighbor Bodie swoops in to stop her boyfriend's rage, yet again, she is reluctant to believe his motive is simply to help. What she doesn't expect is the way his eyes sparkle when he interacts with her daughter, or the way his gentle touch soothes the ache deep inside her. When Bodie and Trix finally admit to the fire burning between them, will it be enough to allow them each to find the love they've thought they were destined to live without? Sheltered Hearts is a story about the way love blossoms from broken things, and the beautiful family that grows in its wake.

I love how the title fits the story. Their hearts are sheltered. He finds himself giving shelter to her. Ready to read the story of Bodie and Trix? You can get it from Amazon: https://a.co/d/3TmUrHB or from Samara's website at https://authorsamarareed.net/products/sheltered-hearts-epub-digital-download

Samara is a mom of two small humans (one that's taller than her), and 3 dogs (2 little ones that think their big and a big that thinks she's a cat!) and a dedicated wife to the most amazing and supportive man she's ever encountered. She lives in a small town in the mid-west and is reading or creating nail polish strips when she's not writing or taking photos. She loves loose leaf tea, music and cozy blankets and loathes cold weather and snow.

The Sunday Post! November Goes Quickly

 

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This is probably the last year my school district will be off on Veteran's Day. The school board wants us to be in line with our local high school and they are in session. This year it falls on a Tuesday, so I have work tomorrow and then go back to work on Wednesday. I'll take it. Next year they'll have some sort of special program to address Veteran's Day. Since our school is preK to first grade, I don't know that they will 'get' what Veteran's day is all about. 

We've beem watching a show called "One Cemetary Road" on Apple and it's very good. It stars Emma Thompson and she's fantastic. I'm also watching Hallmark Christmas Movies as they come out. I got the Hallmark+ for a year. It's $80 and you can watch all the movies the day after they premier plus $5 off each month at Hallmark and other good deals. 

I've been listening to The Demon of Unrest by Erik Larson. It's facinating, like all of his books. 

What have you been up to? 

View from the Tavern on Woodlake restaurant in Kohler, WI. 

Author Spotlight Rose Adam! Santa and His Magical Mates

I'm Rose Adam and I write sweet with heat, low angst, lots of fluff, out of the box stories!

 If you are in the mood for the Christmas season and sexy Santa stories, Santa and His Magical Mates is now out! 

Santa exists in his magical North Pole home and is racing against time to find his fated mate before the Christmas spirit candle dims. For ages, he focused solely on the naughty list, but his head elf, Bernie, has devised a solution. With a new program for the naughty list, Santa gains free time and realizes his mate is in danger, prompting him to take action. Ella, raised in high society, has become a snobbish socialite, but when a friend leaves for a new life, she yearns for change. As she embarks on a journey of self-discovery, Ella encounters more than she expected, including a cat that leads her into a risky adventure. She unexpectedly meets a legendary figure and seizes the opportunity for a fresh start. Frost, the admittedly handsome Jack Frost, has secretly been attracted to the big guy, Santa, for eons. Thinking he was doomed to his unrequited love until a special someone shows up to the North Pole. Frost is drawn to Ella as much as Santa and it isn't made clear right away that he was meant for both of them. With Christmas approaching and secrets unfolding, an evil force threatens Santa's mission, Frost is called to duty, and Ella is determined to help. Utilizing her resources and the support of North Pole citizens, she fights for the gift of a new life.

Ready to dive in? https://books2read.com/SantasMagicalMates

The audio version of this book is also available! 

#TheSundayPost It's Fall Back Week!

 

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The good thing about working school hours is that I always get off work before it's dark outside--even when the days are short. Back when I worked downtown, it would be dark when I left to go to work and dark when I left the office to catch the train. 

I caught a cold this week so I've been drinking lots of tea. My favorite right now is a cinnamon rooibis that I got on my trip to Galena, IL.  Do you drink tea? Do you have a favorite type? I like to add local honey. If it is a mint tea, I like to add a splash of non-dairy milk. 

Exciting author news! I won third place for romance in the Book Fest Fall Awards. for my book It App-ened One Night! Yay! 

Recently, my husband bought a very inexpensive starter kit to make soy candles. Wish us luck as we try our hand at candle-making this week. If the candles work out, I'm going to give some to people for Christmas. We will see! I try to remember to take a picture of the finished result. 

I hope you are having a good weekend. I also hope I get to read, I feel like a good thriller!

The Fireside Book Cafe!

I belong to a reader and author group on Facebook, and we are doing an Advent Calendar game. If you like fun contests and are on Facebook, you can join the "Fireside Book Cafe" and be part of the fun! There are lots of author takeover days where authors in all sorts of genres give away ebooks, audiobooks, and physical books. 

Social media is a dumpster fire most of the time and is getting filled with more and more ads and AI videos. This group is a nice escape from all of that! 

My little bookish ghosty! 

 

Mark Your Calendar! Join me for the Ho-Ho-Ho RAT!

 

Are you ready to do some reading? I'm excited to particpate in the Ho-Ho-Ho Readathon this year. I'm going to host a challenge and give away gift card --I don't know what the challenge will be so stay tuned! 

Since it isn't Halloween yet, I'm still on my morbid reading kick. Currently I'm listening to The Demon of Unrest  and reading Cemetary stories. But I promise by November 26, I'll be in holiday reading mode!

Click here to join the Readathon! https://caffeinatedbookreviewer.com/2025/10/13th-annual-ho-ho-ho-readathon-sign-up.html

What are you reading or watching this month? 

My hub signed up for BritBox so we are currently watching Beyond Paradise and Back to Paradise. There are a ton of cozy mystery shows to watch! 

A New Release in Nicole Craig's Deadman's Tribe Series~Brave Enough

 

If you like your male lead's on the Alpha side, this is a great series for you! 

It’s difficult to be brave when you’ve been running scared your whole life. She’s woken up with no idea who she is. She may not know who she is or how she got here, but she knows that the man guarding her will do so with his life. The bigger question: why does she feel like she needs protection? It’s always been easier to be what others expect him to be. Studious child, man of the house, responsible brother, thief, computer genius. Why not add bodyguard to his list of roles? He’s had so many over the years, he’s completely lost track of who the “real” Midas is anymore. Two lost souls brought together by Fate. It’s instant attraction for Mouse and Midas—an attraction they’re afraid to give in to. When her memories begin returning, the truth of who she is could be the end of much more than just their relationship.

Are you read dive in? Here is the link: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FPWKBJCZ

This is the fifth book in Nicole's romantic suspense series. 

Nicole Craig writes action packed steamy romance. Strong alpha males, her male main characters will do anything to protect their women. Her female main characters accept their men flaws and all. Her Deadman series is all about bad boys falling for good women. From southeastern Wisconsin, she spends time with her husband and three furry children. If you are on Facebook, you can find her here: https://www.facebook.com/nicole.craig.352527

Darkness is coming #The Sunday Post

 

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This week is the last week before we fall back, and night shows up before five p.m. I am not a fan of such early nightfall. How about you? 

Yesterday I attended a very fun event--a brunch with authors and readers! How was your weekend? 

We also watched the movie The Substance It was filled with body horror, but had a very affirming message about life. Then we watched A House of Dynamite, which reaffirmed that if there is an apocalypse, I don't want to be part of the post-apocalypse--just take me in the first round of disaster, please. 

A ghost cloche I made. It was a kit from our local library! 

Book Anniversary for April Decton's "For the Love of Weezie"

If you enjoy reading books that include historical events. This might be a good fit for you. 

 On September 11, 2001, the world watched in horror as the

US was attacked. Four aircraft were hijacked. Two planes were flown into the Twin Towers at the World Trade Center in New York City, one crashed at the Pentagon in Washington, DC and one in a field in Shanksville, Pennsylvania. Many lives were lost aboard the four aircraft and on the ground. Many more lives were lost in rescue and recovery efforts. This is the story of A man who lost his wife. A toddler who lost her mother. A woman who lost her husband. But together they find life, hope, and love beyond the tragedies.

Get your copy here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DGPR75CZ

Ready to learn more about April Decton?

April lives in Indiana and is a mother to two, extraordinary daughters and their husbands. She has eight grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. When not with family, reading, or writing, April enjoys walking, hiking, loves to travel and is most happy with her toes at water’s edge of a beach. April never aspired to be a writer. After fighting her first story for nearly five years, she gave in. April loves attending author events and meeting new readers at her table. https://www.amazon.com/stores/April-Decton/author/B09Z7RY8R3

Author Spotlight --Harper Black!

Harper Black’s love of reading and curiosity about the world was stirred at an early age. That curiosity, a desire to get a college education, and a sense of adventure, led Harper to enlist in the U.S. Navy. Harper’s military career took her to destinations that were both intrepid and romantic, embarking on a journey to achieve her professional goals while navigating the ebbs and flows of international romance.

Her travels included memorable experiences in Scotland, Italy, and England. Her experiences in traveling and dating inspired her to write. In her stories, Harper crafts romantic adventures that reflect diverse cultures and encourages each of us to follow our desire for true love wherever it takes us. Harper is a native of Wisconsin and loves travel, music and romance.

Vanessa Lawrence has never had good luck with men. Her cheating, narcissistic ex-husband was bad enough, but now her boyfriend has suddenly ended their relationship just days before their upcoming trip to Mexico to celebrate her birthday. Buoyed by the support of her family, Vanessa decides to travel solo and unexpectedly meets charming, retired police officer, Bastien Bertrand. A dinner invitation follows, and a romantic dance together changes everything. But back home, trusting their growing feelings is more complicated. Bastien lives miles away in Louisiana running his family’s farming business, while Vanessa is worried about how her college-age son and Bastien’s family will react. When Vanessa’s ex-husband starts making sinister threats, refusing to put the past behind them, it’s not only her hopes for the future that stand to be destroyed, but the reputation of the man she loves. Will their dance of the heart lead to a lasting love… or a bittersweet memory?

If you like a later-in-life story of second chances along with some romantic suspense--pick up A Dance of the Heart here; https://a.co/d/8E4DBUK