Lots of authors nowadays enjoy writing and sharing bonus scenes with their readers. These are scenes that didn’t appear in the book, but that the author makes available via their newsletter, website or a service like Bookfunnel. They’re a little extra treat, if you will, for people who enjoyed the book and don’t want to […]
Are Romances Predictable?
Authors are often told not to read the reviews of their books, but I’m pretty sure most authors can’t resist looking at those reviews. I will admit that I have often read reviews. Of course, I adore the ones where readers say they loved the book or couldn’t book the book down until it was […]
Guest Post: Barbara M. Britton
I’m happy today to introduce you to a wonderful author, my friend Barbara M. Britton. I met Barb online in 2020 when Pelican Book Group published my first Christmas novella. Something clicked between us, and that led to frequent emails and a few phone calls. In August, 2023 I was thrilled to meet her at the […]
Beach House Romance Two-Book Giveaway
We’re in Daylight Savings time now and the days already feel longer, don’t they? And if I’m not mistaken, I’ve caught a whiff of coconut-y sunscreen on the spring breeze, reminding me that summer is coming! (Do you smell it too?) With warm summer breezes in mind, I have a free ebook for everyone AND […]
What Makes Romance? #giveaway
What makes a romance a … well, a romance? Of course, when I started writing, I didn’t really care that there were standards and expectations. I simply wrote what I thought made a good story. And, surprisingly enough, I ended up getting published anyway. But through the years, and the direction of some good editors, […]
Out of Season, Not Out of Spirit
Hello readers! My latest work, One Sweet Christmas, is now available, and guess what? It made its grand entrance in February. If you’re wondering why a Christmas story now, the answer is simple: the magic of the season isn’t confined to December. This isn’t just any holiday tale. One Sweet Christmas originally sparkled within the […]
Happy 20th Anniversary to Me
You might be wondering what I’m talking about since Valerie just had a post about Inspy Romance’s 10th anniversary. Well, February is a month for anniversaries. My husband and I were married on Valentine’s Day, and we just celebrated anniversary number 48. So you may be wondering why I have a “Happy 20th Anniversary” as […]
Guest Post from Willow White: Paperback Giveaway!
Hello Inspy Peeps! Can I give away some books? Hooray! I was hoping you’d say that. I write contemporary Christian cowboy romances, and I’ve just completed my third series! So, let’s celebrate! Each of my series features a family of six siblings, who of course, each find love. All of my books take place in […]
A Different Date
Just over twenty-four years ago, I was a freshman in college. I had taken my huge art project (because I started as an art major) out to the dorm lobby for company and because I could spread out on one of the tables. It was shortly before Christmas and we were all ready for finals […]
First and Last
Are you wondering at what is first? And what is last? We’ll get right to it. It is the FIRST post of our annual BIRTHDAY BASH! It’s so much fun. We’ll have great prizes, blog posts, and interaction with readers. We are so appreciative of everyone who reads. And we love to give away books! And […]