Next Thursday is the start of the Cowboys and Sheriffs Blog Hop, so I hope you’ll stop by then for your chance to win a $10 gift card to Amazon and to connect to lots of other blogs hosting giveaways and prizes! I’ll be sharing who my favorite sheriff is, and talking a little about the sheriff in my Chance Continue Reading
Stop Back Next Thursday For the Cowboys and Sheriffs Blog Hop!
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Wood For Sale
Need wood? We’ve got lots, as you can see. Actually, this is nothing. We’ve sold lots of truckloads since last fall – enough to pay for the cost of having so many trees taken down.
Our neighbors still hate us for what we’ve done, and no amount of gardening or sprucing up the place will change their mind, probably. Eventually, our orchard will green up the place, but I’m afraid that’s still a few years off. Meanwhile, we’re stuck with a stark view of our neighbor’s house, which, incidently, has hardly a tree on the entire property. (Hmmm.) We’re known locally as “the folks who flattened that place on the southside”. Sigh. Yep, that’s us.
On the plus side, we’ve nearly finished splitting all those logs. My 16-year-old son handled most of it, with an electric splitter we swapped from a neighbor farther down the road for some cedar chunks and an overgrown rhododendron. I bet my son will be glad to see the end of that job.
And, about half of our fruit trees are in, along with 1,000 strawberry plants, some blackberries and a ton of lettuce. This won’t be our most productive year, but we’re much further along than we’d hoped to be due to the incredibly mild winter we had.
We’re debating whether or not to install a cedar or spruce hedge along the boundary between us and our riled-up neighbor. I’m all for it. The husband is taking a little convincing….
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Walking in the Woods With Author Gemma Halliday
I really need to post more about my vacation – we had a terrific time in the Adirondack mountains of New York, and in sunny Santa Cruz, California. We lived a long time in Santa Cruz, and it really is the home of my heart. My kids were small and we had so much fun on the beaches, in the redwoods and in town. I’ve visited several times since I moved to Canada, but my husband and kids hadn’t been back in 9 years. Along with looking up all the houses we lived in while we were there, and going to the beach multiple times, I had a chance to catch up with one of my biggest inspirations as an author – Gemma Halliday.
I know Gemma through a writer’s blog, and I’ve always appreciated how much information she, as an established writer, is willing to share with new and aspiring authors. Always gracious and friendly, her media-savvy and marketing skills also inspire me. As an introvert (and a sometimes grumpy one at that), she’s taught me that it never hurts to smile and take the time to answer a question.
Gemma’s a busy lady, so I hesitated to ask her if she’d like to meet in person when I visited California, but she agreed readily and we ended up getting our whole families together to hike the Henry Cowell Redwood Trail in Felton. One of my favorite, favorite places in the world, it was great to have a passel of kids along to walk the trail – both young and old – and to experience the enormous redwoods again through their eyes. Gemma’s husband and mine hit it off right away (phew!), so we got to chat and hang with the kids and chat some more as we walked the mile loop. Add in a picnic lunch and a visit to the museum and gift shop and everyone was happy. Nothing like getting book marketing tips from a successful author while walking past 2000-year-old trees!
If you haven’t read Gemma’s books, check out her High Heels mysteries, her Hollywood Headlines series, and more!
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Let’s Redesign This Blog
When my house needs an update or I’m struggling with my wardrobe, I like to invite my girlfriends over to take a look and help me brainstorm. That’s what I’m doing here today.
Come on in, look around, poke your noses into things and then let me know what you think? How can I shake up this website? What should I rearrange? What would you like me to post about? Got any ideas?
How does the site look on your computer, phone, or tablet? Is anything falling off the sides or going wonky?
Do you like excerpts, posts about life, advice, photos?
I’m setting out the virtual appetizers and wine – mill around, think for a bit and let me know your ideas!
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The SEALS of Winter Box Set is Now On Sale!
The SEALS of Winter Box Set, which includes my novella The Navy SEAL’s Christmas Bride, is available today. 9 authors, 9 stories about Navy SEALs, only $.99! My novella is the latest addition to the Heroes of Chance Creek series. If you haven’t downloaded it yet, here’s what you’re missing:
Without a word, he crossed the room, took her arm and led her straight to the doorway to the kitchen, where a large ball of mistletoe hung prominently.
“You owe me a kiss.”
She made a face. “Let’s get it over with.” She tilted her chin up and squinted her eyes shut.
Get it over with? Surely this attraction couldn’t all be on his side. His body hummed with the knowledge of the kiss to come. Was she immune to him? Could she be when he felt this strong a need to touch her?
He leaned down, lifted her chin with his finger and brushed his lips over hers gently. She tried to pull back—as if that was payment enough for losing the bet. Dan wasn’t having that, though. He tugged her closer and slid one hand to cradle her head and the other around her back to keep her there.
At first she stood rigid under his touch, her mouth resolutely still, but a moment later, just as he thought her stubbornness might ruin the pleasure of this encounter for both of them, she gave in with a sigh, and parted her lips.
Check out the SEALS of Winter box set, featuring my novella The Navy SEAL’s Christmas Bride, today!
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The Heroes of Chance Creek, Now in Audio!
Exciting news! Two novels in my Heroes of Chance Creek series are now available in audiobook through Audible. If you’re traveling for the holidays and need something besides the radio to make the journey more pleasant, get THE NAVY SEAL’S E-MAIL ORDER BRIDE and THE SOLDIER’S E-MAIL ORDER BRIDE at audible now!
For THE NAVY SEAL’S E-MAIL ORDER BRIDE, click here.
For THE SOLDIER’S E-MAIL ORDER BRIDE, click here.
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Cora Recommends: Last of the Red-Hot Cowboys by Tina Leonard
Looking for a book series to get you through until the January 6th release of The Marine’s E-Mail Order Bride? Look no further than the new Hell’s Outlaws series by Tina Leonard.
The first book in the series is Last of the Red-Hot Cowboys, and it is a scorching, seductive read that will leave you desperate for the release of book 2. Last of the Red Hot Cowboys pits fiery rodeo-hopeful Ava Buchanan against sexy and often infuriating trainer Trace Carter. Can they keep their relationship professional, or will they cave to the tension between them?
The Hell’s Outlaws series, so named for its setting of Hell, Texas, is a must read. Tina is also generous enough to offer a $10 Amazon gift card to one lucky entrant in today’s contest! To enter the Last of the Red-Hot Cowboys Giveaway, simply comment on this post and let us know what you think it is that makes cowboys so irresistible. 1 winner will be chosen at random and will receive a $10 Amazon gift card, courtesy of Tina Leonard. This giveaway is open from now until 11:59 pm CST on Tuesday, Dec 16. Winners will be notified Thursday, Dec 18. Good luck!
Hell’s Outlaws Series
Last of the Red-Hot Cowboys (Book #1 – Ava & Trace)
Last of the Red-Hot Riders (Book #2 – Cameron & Saint) Available May 26, 2015
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Cora Recommends: Dare to Surrender by Carly Phillips
Waiting impatiently for Tuesday’s standalone release of The Cowboy Inherits A Bride? Check out the fantastic Dare to Love series by New York Times bestselling author Carly Phillips. This sexy, contemporary romance series follows the lives and loves of the Dare family, a group of siblings who’ve been molded by their father’s secrets, lies, and betrayals. Sounds good, right?
Available now is book 5 in the series, Dare to Touch.
Olivia Dare, executive director of the Miami Thunder, and team travel director, Dylan Rhodes share more than just a passion for football–their chemistry is explosive and their feelings for each other are intense. But Olivia is wary of any man getting too close. Given her background – a near-bigamist dad and an ex-boyfriend who merely enforced her lack of priority in his life – Olivia fears being hurt again but she can’t resist embarking upon a passionate affair with Dylan, even as she holds part of herself back.
Dylan isn’t a man who does anything half way. Once he decides to pursue Olivia, he goes all in. When the Pro-Bowl takes them to the desert oasis of Arizona, Dylan is determined to make sure their time together isn’t all business. What happens while at the luxury resort is life altering but when Olivia admits her deepest pain, will Dylan be able to prove he’s a man with staying power? Or will Olivia be disappointed again, this time by the most important man in her life? (love story, contemporary romance, alpha heroes, beach reads, sports heroes, bad boys, billionaire)
This is one series that does not disappoint! Check out the Dare to Love series, including the latest release Dare to Touch, today!
The Dare to Love series
Dare to Love (Book #1 – Ian & Riley)
Dare to Desire (Book #2 – Alex & Madison)
Dare to Surrender (Book #3 – Gabriel & Isabelle)
Dare to Submit (Book #4 – Decklan & Amanda)
Dare to Touch (Book #5 – Olivia & Dylan)
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Get The Notification Newsletter!
The Airman’s E-Mail Order Bride, the next installment of the Heroes of Chance Creek series, releases in May. This novel will not be available for pre-order, but you can sign up for a one-time-only newsletter announcement that will notify you when Airman is available at all vendors. After that notification, the mailing list will be deleted. No stress, no hassle, just a one-time reminder to grab Airman when it goes live.
Sign up today and don’t miss a moment of the Heroes of Chance Creek!
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The Cowboys of Chance Creek Tour – DAY 5
My Cowboys of Chance Creek series is on tour at a number of different blogs this week! Today we’re celebrating book 5 – The Sheriff Catches a Bride. Come chat with me and enter to win a $100 Amazon gift card!!! You can comment on each site to get an entry.
Here’s where I’ll be today:
1: JM Stewart–Contemporary Romance Author
2: For the Love of Bookends
3: Bookgirl Knitting
4: Rage, Sex and Teddy Bears
5: Room With Books
6: The Book Review
7: Harps Romance Book Review
8: Welcome to My World of Dreams
Don’t forget that the first book in my Heroes of Chance Creek series – The Navy SEAL’s E-Mail Order Bride – can be found in The SEALs of Summer Box set that goes on sale on Tuesday, April 22, for only 99 cents! That’s ten Navy SEAL romances for less than a buck!
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The Cowboys of Chance Creek Tour – DAY 6
My Cowboys of Chance Creek series is on tour at a number of different blogs this week! Today we’re celebrating book 6 – The Cowboy Lassos a Bride. Come chat with me and enter to win a $100 Amazon gift card!!! You can comment on each site to get an entry.
Here’s where I’ll be today:
1: Queentutt’s World of Escapism
2: For the Love of Bookends
3: Harps Romance Book Review
4: Welcome to My World of Dreams
5: Erzabet’s Enchantments
6: Room With Books
7: The Divas of Desire
8: Angels with Attitude Book Reviews
9: Rainy Dayz Reviewz
10: The Book Review
Don’t forget that the first book in my Heroes of Chance Creek series – The Navy SEAL’s E-Mail Order Bride – can be found in The SEALs of Summer Box set that goes on sale on Tuesday, April 22, for only 99 cents! That’s ten Navy SEAL romances for less than a buck!
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New Release – The Cowboy Rescues a Bride
The Cowboy Rescues a Bride is here and to celebrate, I’ve gone on tour. Be sure to stop by daily to see where I’ll be!
Today I’m at Queen Tutt’s World of Escapism. Make sure you stop by and comment to enter a chance to win my tour prize. Can’t wait to “see” you there!
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On Tour with The Cowboy Rescues a Bride!
Today I’m on tour at Romance Novel Giveaways to talk about my newest release, The Cowboy Rescues a Bride. Make sure you stop by and comment to enter a chance to win my tour prize – a $50.00 gift certificate to Amazon. Can’t wait to “see” you there!
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I’m On Tour with Andi’s Book Reviews Today
Today I’m on tour with Andi’s Book Reviews for The Cowboy Rescues a Bride, my latest release in the Cowboys of Chance Creek series.
Come and visit to read an excerpt and chat about all things cowboy.
You can find The Cowboy Rescues a Bride at the following venues:
Buy on Amazon
Buy on iTunes
Buy on Smashwords
Buy on Kobo
Buy on GooglePlay
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Win an iPad Mini!
On September 22 I’m releasing Book 8 of my Cowboys of Chance Creek series, and to celebrate my new release I’m holding a Facebook Release Party on September 25!
A TON of great authors are going to join me. There will be fun and giveaways all day, capped off with a giveaway of an iPad Mini at 10 pm EST!!!!
If you’re ready to enter that particular giveaway you can do so right now! I’m using Rafflecopter to run the show and I do ask that you sign up for my newsletter to enter. Don’t worry if you’ve already done so in the past; I won’t deluge you with emails!
And remember to visit my release party on September 25 to find out if you won!
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Enter to Win an IPad Mini!
In order to celebrate the release of my final Cowboys of Chance Creek novel on September 22, I’m hosting a Rafflecopter giveaway for an iPad Mini! I hope everyone will take a moment to enter!
I’m also hosting a FB Party for the new release on September 25 here. Join all the fun as I’m joined by over 30 other authors. There will be chat, games, prizes throughout the day!
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The Cowboys of Chance Creek Tour – DAY 6
My Cowboys of Chance Creek series is on tour at a number of different blogs this week! Today we’re celebrating book 6 – The Cowboy Lassos a Bride. Come chat with me and enter to win a $100 Amazon gift card!!! You can comment on each site to get an entry.
Here’s where I’ll be today:
1: Queentutt’s World of Escapism
4: Welcome to My World of Dreams
8: Angels with Attitude Book Reviews
10: The Book Review Don’t forget that the first book in my Heroes of Chance Creekseries – The Navy SEAL’s E-Mail Order Bride – can be found in The SEALs of Summer Box set that goes on sale on Tuesday, April 22, for only 99 cents! That’s ten Navy SEAL romances for less than a buck!
The post The Cowboys of Chance Creek Tour – DAY 6 appeared first on Cora Seton.
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New Release – The Cowboy Rescues a Bride
The Cowboy Rescues a Bride is here and to celebrate, I’ve gone on tour. Be sure to stop by daily to see where I’ll be! Today I’m at Queen Tutt’s World of Escapism. Make sure you stop by and comment to enter a chance to win my tour prize. Can’t wait to “see” you there!
The post New Release – The Cowboy Rescues a Bride appeared first on Cora Seton.
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On Tour with The Cowboy Rescues a Bride!
Today I’m on tour at Romance Novel Giveaways to talk about my newest release, The Cowboy Rescues a Bride. Make sure you stop by and comment to enter a chance to win my tour prize – a $50.00 gift certificate to Amazon. Can’t wait to “see” you there!
The post On Tour with The Cowboy Rescues a Bride! appeared first on Cora Seton.
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I’m On Tour with Andi’s Book Reviews Today
Today I’m on tour with Andi’s Book Reviews for The Cowboy Rescues a Bride, my latest release in the Cowboys of Chance Creek series.
Come and visit to read an excerpt and chat about all things cowboy.
You can find The Cowboy Rescues a Bride at the following venues:
The post I’m On Tour with Andi’s Book Reviews Today appeared first on Cora Seton.
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