#WOTR25 #AuthorSpotlight #AttendingAuthor #EventSponsor – A.D. Ellis

A.D.  Ellis

Tell us your name and then a bit about yourself.

Hi! I’m A.D. Ellis. I’m an Indiana girl, born and raised, but don’t hold that against me 🙂 I’m a mom of a 19yo and almost 17yo, and I’m in my 26th year of teaching in the inner city of Indianapolis. I started publishing romance way back in 2014, and in 2015/16 I moved to publishing M/M romance and never looked back. I write addictive, sexy, emotional M/M stories that will keep you coming back for more. When I’m not at school or writing, I enjoy reading, naps, and sipping sweet wine with friends. I also enjoy crocheting, collecting notebooks I may never use, and practicing up on my sarcasm.

How did you hear about this event?

I remember back when Jillian Jacobs had her idea for it 🙂

How many years have you attended?

I’ve been lucky enough to be there since the very beginning.

What genres do you write?

I write romance with the majority of my titles being M/M romance.

What is a book of yours you wish more people read?

I think everyone should get into the Christmas spirit with Once Upon a Christmas House. It’s like a steamy, gay/bisexual Hallmark movie, plus it’s on audio! AND the second book is coming out in 2024. Depending on when this interview is published, you MAY be the first to hear the title…book 2 is called A Touch of Christmas Magic.

What is one fun fact about you?

I broke my arm three times- falling off the monkey bars, falling off a horse, and hitting my brother.

What are your social links?

Find me here – https://linktr.ee/adellisauthor

What are you buy links?

You can find my books on every platform here – https://linktr.ee/adellisauthor

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#Review – Her Shifter Wolf Runaway (The Clan of Hogan Falls) by: Serena Meadows


I’d lived my entire life with a secret that kept trying to burst out of me…
My clan wanted my friends and I dead when we were babies.

I’d begun questioning my very existence… but Marshall appeared out of nowhere and changed my reality.

He was mysterious, a man with secrets of his own.
Marshall was running away from something… or someone.
And I wanted to chase him away from our small town.
His new restaurant could become my competition and put me out of business.

But I also couldn’t deny how alive I felt around him.
Marshall awakened the wolf shifter in me.
His touch reminded me of my life purpose, and he truly was my fated mate.

So when I shifted to save his life, the shock in his eyes broke my heart.
Could Marshall accept me for who I was… or was he another piece of my life that I would have to forget and keep a secret forever?

Each book in this sexy-as-sin series can each be read as standalones, and has no cliffhangers, but are best read in order.

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Review by Twinsie Melinda

This is the second book in a box set I picked up simply because I was in the mood for a shifter book.

This was another quick read and was just as enjoyable as the first book. This book was about Yvette, who does all the cooking for the Inn.

Marshall is running from his father and comes to Hogan Falls. Marshall is planning on staying at the B&B until he can his restaurant up and running. When Yvette asks him to help serve waffles to the ladies at a luncheon at the B&B he is all for it. Yvette thinks she may have made a mistake by having him help once she realizes he is planning on opening a new restaurant in the town. She really starts to rethink him being around when the magic starts surfacing and she realizes he is her mate.

Marshall and Yvette are great for each other. I enjoyed seeing them work together in the kitchen and even try to pull away from each other only to be drawn back together. I have to say I enjoyed this story line and seeing how Marshall’s life leads him to Yvette and finding out a connection the two had and didn’t even know it.  Yvette finding a family member had tears in my eyes and warmed my heart. Both Marshall and Yvette had such hard lives and now they have each other and both are better off now. I am so enjoying this series and cannot wait to see what is in store for the other ladies of the B&B.

Serena Meadows has always been obsessed with writing short stories since she was in junior high school. She writes paranormal romance stories of all types but writing about sexy steamy alpha shifters is her passion. She lives in Denver with her two dogs. On her downtime (which is rare), she enjoys hiking and camping in the mountains or riding her bike with her own alpha male to keep her safe and warm. Typically she enjoys an evening curled up buried in a good book or watching Netflix. She also enjoys time with good friends.

Serena is excited to share her work with all of you and looking forward to interacting with her fans!

#WOTR25 #AuthorSpotlight #AttendingAuthor #EventSponsor – Lacey Black

Lacey Black

Tell us your name and then a bit about yourself.

I’m Lacey Black, author of contemporary romance with heat, humor, and a happily ever after. I live in central Illinois with my husband, two kids, and a small brood of animals.

How did you hear about this event?

Honestly, I don’t remember. Facebook, I’m sure. I was a new author and found a new signing right in my backyard. I think the first WOTR was my second-ever signing and I’ve been to every one since.

How many years have you attended?

All of them!

What genres do you write?

Contemporary romance

What is a book of yours you wish more people read?

Grip. It was part of K Bromberg’s Driven World, and I think because it’s in a world, readers feel they have to read all of the books in the world, which you don’t.

What is one fun fact about you?

I have been co-writing with Kaylee Ryan for 5 of the 10 years I’ve been writing, and we’ve never met face to face. We talk ok the phone all day, every day and have FaceTimed, but we’ve never actually hugged.

What are your social links?

Www.laceyblackbooks.com

What are you buy links?

Writersontheriver.com

#Review – Give Me a Reason (Redemption Hills Book 1) by: A.L. Jackson – Narrators: Connor Crais and Desiree Ketchum


From NYT and USA Today bestselling author A.L. Jackson comes a single-dad, enemies-to-lovers stand-alone romance about a jaded club owner and his son’s teacher…

Eden Murphy came into my club looking to make some extra cash.
A girl like her didn’t belong in a place like this.
She’d get ripped to shreds.
Most likely by me.
There’s nothing but sweetness dripping from her sexy little body, and I’m the monster who’s salivating to get a taste.

Trent Lawson is the last man I should want.
Dark.
Dangerous.
So wickedly gorgeous he makes my knees weak.
He’s also an arrogant jerk who happens to be my new boss.

When I discover his adorable son is also in my kindergarten class, I know I have to keep my distance.

But neither of us can ignore the attraction that flames.
One glance, and our hearts race.
One touch, and we’re aching for what we can’t have.
One night, and we’re falling fast.

Dragging her into my sordid world is wrong.
It doesn’t matter.
Eden Murphy is mine.

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Review by Twinsie Melinda

I purchased this audio book after seeing an ad for it that drew me in.

The narrators were wonderful they kept me right there with the story they were telling. I did not want to push pause on this one at any time. Connor Crais and Desiree Ketchum made a great team telling this story.

Eden Murphy a school teacher and preachers daughter needed extra cash to help save her dad’s school found herself at a cross road and became a server at a bar. She came face to face with the man she could not resist knowing he was not the wholesome man her dad would want her to find but all the same she was drawn to him like no other.

Trent trying to keep his family safe and away from their past only to find the light to his dark. Knowing he needed to stay away from his new employee and his son’s teacher he couldn’t turn away from her. Can he protect Eden and his family from his past or will his past destroy them all.

There were so many characters I loved in this story.  I absolutely love Trent’s little boy Gage. To be honest I think I need to know more about Trent’s brothers too. I thought Trent was going to cold and ruthless but he proved me so wrong he is so sweet, kind and loving to his family and Eden. Eden and Trent endured so much grief and heartache over their lives. To see their story and their pasts unfold as the story was told was heartbreaking. I have to say the plot twist OMG. When things started adding up and clicking in place holly crap never saw it coming. I enjoyed every second of this book.

A.L. Jackson is the New York Times & USA Today Bestselling author of contemporary romance. She writes emotional, sexy, heart-filled stories about boys who usually like to be a little bit bad.

Her bestselling series include THE REGRET SERIES, CLOSER TO YOU, BLEEDING STARS, FIGHT FOR ME, CONFESSIONS OF THE HEART, FALLING STARS, REDEMPTION HILLS, and TIME RIVER novels.Get her latest single mom, neighbors-to-lovers, small town romance HOLD ME UNTIL MORNING, out now!

If she’s not writing, you can find her hanging out by the pool with her family, sipping cocktails with her friends, or of course with her nose buried in a book.

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#WOTR25 #AuthorSpotlight #AttendingAuthor- Paula Dombrowiak

Paula Dombrowiak

Tell us your name and then a bit about yourself.

Paula Dombrowiak, I grew up in Illinois in a small town called Evanston on the north boder of Chicago but I now live in Arizona have been here over twenty years. I have three cats (not by choice but then again does anyone?) and one dog. My wardrobe consists of leggings and band t-shirts that are perpetually covered in pet hair.

How did you hear about this event?

I saw the event on Facebook and donated some VIP swag for last year. I’m so excited to be a signing author this year.

How many years have you attended?

I have never attended. This is my first year.

What genres do you write?

Contemporary Romance

What is a book of yours you wish more people read?

Bonds we Break. It’s book 3 in my rockstar series and it cna’t be read as a standalone since it’s told from the perspective of a character that didn’t have a voice in the first book. I love Mia’s character so much and this was my favorite book to write. I think a lot of readers are scared to read it because if they read the first book then they know how her story ends. It’s just so heartbreakingly beautiful. I love my broken and flawed rockstars.

What is one fun fact about you?

A fun fact about me is that on top of being a writer I also paint landscapes on canvas. It’s sort of a hidden talent that I love to do for fun and have made paintings for friends and family. I’m out of practice since I’ve been writing though.

What are your social links?

IG @pauladombrowiakauthor

TT @paula_dombrowiak_author

FB @pauladombrowiak

What are you buy links?

https://www.pauladombrowiak.com/books

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#Review #MMRomance #SeriesStarter Havoc (Tattoos and Ties #1) by Kindle Alexander

Keyes Dixon’s life is challenging enough as a full patch member of the Disciples of Havoc Motorcycle Club but being a gay biker leaves him traveling down one tough road. With an abusive past and his vow to the club cementing his future, he doesn’t believe in love and steers clear of commitment. But a midnight ride leads to a chance meeting with a sexy distraction that has him going down quicker than a Harley on ice.

Cocky Assistant District Attorney Alec Pierce lives in the shadow of his politically connected family. A life of privilege doesn’t equal a life of love, a fact made obvious at every family gathering. Driven yet lonely, Alec yields to his family’s demands for his career path, hoping for the acceptance he craves. Until he meets a gorgeous biker who tips the scales in the favor of truth and he can no longer live a lie.

Can two men from completely different worlds…and sides of the law…find common ground, or will all their desires only wreak Havoc?

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Review by Twinsie Tenise

Oh. My. Goodness! *fans self* This book was so HOT! Keyes- closeted biker who is hated by his father. He is a member of an MC and also runs a tire shop. For the most part he keeps to himself. Alec- black sheep of his family. Outspoken lawyer who isn’t afraid to say what he wants. Works for the assistant DAs office who is trying to take down Keyes’ MC. They cross paths one night on a dark highway in the middle of no where. It’s an encounter neither man will be able to forget. These 2 are such an unlikely pair- there is no way they would every work out, right? The chemistry between them was undeniable and no matter how much they tried, the couldn’t pretend what was happening between them wasn’t real. Any sort of a relationship may have been doomed from the start but they were just so perfect for each other. I CAN NOT WAIT for the conclusion of Alec and Keyes story. I really hope it ends in a happily ever after.

#WOTR25 #AuthorSpotlight #AttendingAuthor- Danielle Keil

Danielle Keil

Tell us your name and then a bit about yourself.

Danielle Keil and I’m a chocoholic who also loves coffee and avocado (not all together)

How did you hear about this event?

I can’t even remember!

How many years have you attended?

Since 2021

What genres do you write?

Young adult romance

What is a book of yours you wish more people read?

Mistaken Hearts

What is one fun fact about you?

I can sing row row row your boat backwards

What are your social links?

Facebook.com/authordaniellek
Instagram.com/daniellekeil
TT- https://www.tiktok.com/@authordaniellekeil

What are you buy links?

Authordaniellekeil:com/books

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#wotr #attendingauthor #shortstory #ya A Snap of Secrets ( A Snap of Magic 2) by Danielle Keil

Cecilia Chevalier has been a witch for all of a week or two and her entire world has flipped upside down.

The bad news? Her best friend’s mother refuses to let them hang out anymore. Her grandfather tells her to stay away from him, too, which is even weirder.

The good news is she’s getting her magic under control. Sort of.

Then, there’s a new kid at school, Xavier, who is dark and mysterious and no one knows a thing about him. Except, he seems to know a lot about Cecilia.

Ezra tells Cecilia to stay away from Xavier.

Xavier tells her Ezra can’t be trusted.

Ezra has been her best friend for years. He knows all about her being a witch and has even dug up more crazy family history.

But Xavier tells her a secret that changes everything.

In the end, she knows there’s only one person she can trust—herself.

Maybe she’ll just let the boys fight this out themselves.

Goodreads https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/219632360-a-snap-of-secrets

Amazon https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0DHV3WS89/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_d_asin_title_351_o01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Review by Twinsie Dee

i bought this book and here is my honest review

CC just had her life turned upside down and when she needed answers, her grandpa left for a few days and now there is a mysterious new student that seems to know more about her then she does. Xavier appears to be the person that holds the key to Cecilia’s past and her newfound witchiness. His touch helps the pain go away, now her best friend isn’t allowed to be around her and when he’s near her, her body feels like it’s on fire. this is something she never seen coming and now she’s having to figure it all out on top of trying to be a normal teenager. Will CC get the answers she’s been waiting for or will she still be in the dark. Also, you won’t see that ending coming till it smacks u in the face. I’m so invested in CC life now I feel like I’m right there next to her going through it as well.

Danielle Keil grew up and spent the majority of her life in the Chicagoland area. A recent transplant, she is enjoying the Mississippi life, especially the pool in her backyard.
Danielle is happily married for over 10 years, and has two young children, a daughter and a son, who are exact replicas of her and her husband.

Danielle’s love language is gifts, her Ennegram is a 9w1, and she loves everything purple.
The way to her heart is through coffee, chocolate and tacos (extra guac).

#WOTR25 #AuthorSpotlight #AttendingAuthor- Judith Lynne

Judith    Lynne

Tell us your name and then a bit about yourself.

Judith Lynne – Romance books are one of my longest obsessions! They’re still here after other obsessions have come and gone – houseplants (still have too many), baking, flowers, linguistics, quilting, networking protocols. 🙂

How did you hear about this event?

An author friend mentioned it to me as a great signing event pretty much in my area – and it is!

How many years have you attended?

This will be my 2nd year.

What genres do you write?

I write historical romance as Judith Lynne (and MM romantasy under another pen name).

What is a book of yours you wish more people read?

The Caped Countess. She’s a Regency-era Batman, people. All her toys are heavily researched and real. What more could you want?

What is one fun fact about you?

I was a very serious perfume collector for many years. (See obsessions above…)

What are your social links?

https://www.instagram.com/judithlynnebooks/

https://x.com/judithlynnepub

https://www.facebook.com/judithlynnebooks

What are you buy links?

Everything is at judithlynne.com; I sell at Amazon, B&N, Kobo, Google Play, and Apple, as well as direct from my own store.

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#Review #MMRomance Have Mercy on Me (Blue Collar Daddies #2) by: Aria Grace

Jason loves walking dogs, but he has plans to do something bigger with his life. Not big like change the world kind of big. But big enough to change at least a few lives. So when he sees an empty garden center with a fenced yard, he gets an idea. Maybe he and Jesse could set up their doggy daycare business there.

Tony owns a small clinic downtown that caters to professionals in need of a flu shot or the uninsured who have no other options. Not a lot of in-between cases. So when Harris calls in a favor for a cute boy with a cut that he’d been ignoring for too long, he’s excited for the change. This kid has a smart mouth and a sassy attitude, but Tony can tell that he just needs a Daddy to give him some boundaries without breaking his spirit.

The attraction is instant, but the willingness to accept what is right in front of them takes a bit longer.

This Daddy/boy romance is sweet and sexy with a guaranteed happy ever after.

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Review by Twinsie Tenise

Jason needs someone who appreciates him for him. Seems everytime he finds someone who at first seems like Daddy potential, ends up not being able to deal with Jason’s bratty side. He needs a Daddy who will love all sides of him.

Tony is a single doctor. When a mouthy patient shows up at his practice in need of treatment, he leaves quite the impression. Once he leaves Tony can’t seem to get the boy out of his mind. He takes a chance and asks Jason on a date. They get to know one another and when they finally connect on a more intimate level, there’s no turning back.

This was a fun, quick, hot af read. It has been fun getting to know all of the men in this series.

Born and raised in beautiful California, Aria enjoys the year round sunshine and laid back environment of the west coast. Her career started out in tech writing and web development and has evolved into all things marketing with fingers in everything related to book publishing.

She lives with her husband and two children and more pets than she can keep track of. Despite her crazy schedule, she loves the time she carves out to read and write. Whether it’s on the beach or on the couch at 2am, she is a woman obsessed!

She loves to hear from readers so please feel free to drop her a note or visit her at www.ariagracebooks.com.

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