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#WOTR24 #attendingauthor #Authorspotlight – Beverly Ovalle

Beverly Ovalle

Tell us your name and then a bit about yourself.

Beverly Ovalle I first published in 2013 TEN YEARS already, yikes! I love paranormal romance and I read more than I write, lol. But that’s okay. I’ve two grown children, one granddaughter and the hubby still likes me.

When you are writing a book, which is harder? The first book in the series or the others after it?

Any writing is hard. I am not a creature of habit, so I have to force myself to sit down and accomplish something.

When writing a series how do you keep things fresh, for both your readers and also yourself?

I try to make sure that each situation is different with my characters.

Writing can be an emotionally draining and stressful pursuit. Any tips for aspiring writers?

Make sure to take breaks when writing. Not everyone is a machine. Be happy if you get any words down. I’ve happily strutted away after writing fifty, lol.

On a typical day, how much time do you spend writing?

I try to do a minimum of an hour a day. TRY being the keyword.

Do you have a favorite character that you have written? If so, who? And what makes them so special.

Each new book brings a new favorite character, so I guess I’m fickle. Right now it is Mara from my upcoming book Waking Tamara.

What is your definition of success?

Having someone enjoy what I wrote.

What are your social links?

https://sslyblog.com,
https://beverlyovalleauthor.com,
https://www.facebook.com/BeverlyOvalleAuthor/

https://www.tiktok.com/@beverlyovalle11

https://www.instagram.com/ovalleba/


https://www.bookbub.com/authors/beverly-ovalle

What are your buy links? (Provide links to your Amazon/iBook’s/Koko/etc Author Home Page if you have quite a few. Also include audible links if applicable.)

https://beverlyovalleauthor.com

Want tickets to Writers on the River #2024?

They are available starting November 6th at Writersontheriver.com

$75 VIP Plus – 11-12 Lunch with the Authors , 12-1 VIP hour, 1-4 General Admission time. You get a filled VIP bag and admission to the after party is included. *Limited Quantity expected to sell out first day*

$50 VIP -12-1 VIP hour, 1-4 General Admission time. You get a filled VIP bag and admission to the after party is included. *Expected to sell out first day*

$25 Early Access – 12-1 VIP house, 1-4 General Admission time. You also get a filled VIP bag but NO admission to the after party. *Expected to sell out opening day*

$10 General Admission – 1-4 General Admission time. You can purchase a bag but it is not filled with VIP swag. There is no admission to the after party included.

$35 After party – 7-11 After Party with food and cash bar. Dj with a photobooth is also included in the fun.

#WOTR24 #NewRelease #DoubleReview #BestFriendsSibling – Shadows of Timber Creek, Timber Creek book 3 by S.J. Chaynie

Seven years. Seven years ago, I did the right thing. I broke her heart. I had always planned to come back. Planned to make things right. But time wasn’t on my side anymore. She was engaged. Another man’s ring was on her finger, and it was time to fight for what I’d always known was meant to be mine. Our history was painted with regret and unspoken truths, but now, I finally have the chance to close the distance between us. To show my best friend’s little sister she’s always been my end game. But something comes lurking out of the shadows. Something neither of us saw coming. Book 3 of the Timber Creek Series. Series will contain interconnected standalones. Please read reader note for TW.

Goodreads

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Review by Twinsie Angie

I was given this book by the author for an honest review.

Oh boy.  Greyson Roy you are one naughty and swoon worthy man.  Look I am coming out of the gates with my favorite lines….”You are everything” followed by “Sit on my face NOW Rosie!!”  Yes girls the same man who made me swoon also made my knees a little bit weak.

I gotta say Easton is still my main man but damn did Grey give him a run for his money.

This book is EVERYTHING you want with a Best Friend’s sibling and a little bit enemy to lover.  The chemistry and sexual tension between Tilly/Rosie and Grey are OFF THE CHARTS!!  Holy Moly.  These two are meant to be together and yes there are legit reasons why Grey does the shady when he leaves 7 years ago…but he makes it up to her in so many ways as we discover through the novel. Every single time we learned of the ways Greyson “took care of Rosie” made my heartbeat faster.  For real this book….swooooooooon. Tilly, as any heartbroken woman does…hides behind another man. LOL  The story of her and Blaine is a wild ride.

The twists and turns of this story are great. I really had no clue who the bad guy was and was shocked when it all played out at the end.  The end of the story gives us a glimpse into the next books and LAWD is it going to be good!!  Whit is in trouble in a lot of ways.

I do want to say this is the 6th book I have read by this author.  I love how her writing style is developing and her writing is just getting so much better.  The first books were GREAT. I loved them but I feel like she is more confident.  Her story telling had improved with each book.  Her flow is much better.  She is blowing me away with each additional story she is writing.

Review by Twinsie Melinda

I received a copy of this book from the author for an honest review.

I have wanted Tilly’s story since meeting her. She is a strong-willed independent woman even though she is deaf it does not and will not define her. She has the confidents that she is going to what she wants no matter what. However, she holds her heart close never wanting to give it away like she did with Grayson only to have it crushed again. She will not be that 17 year old girl again.

Tilly had a crush on her older brothers best friend Grayson when she was in high school only problem was he was older and headed to college. After her mother died Grayson was the only one who was able to reach her to pull her out of the darkness she was in. Grayson knew they were in two different points in their lives and put space between them.

Seven years later Grayson finds out his Rosie is going to marry another man. Let’s just say Grayson has something to say about that and is on the first plane home. It was amazing seeing these two journeys from the past up to the present. Only question is can Grayson he win his Rosie back or has he lost her forever?

I loved Tilly from the moment I meet her she is such an amazing character.  Oh boy did Greyson catch my eye. These two have serious chemistry even if they tried to hold back. I loved Tilly and Greyson story the twists in this story were ones I didn’t see coming. This book had me turning pages like they were hotcakes. I needed to know what was going to happen and how this was going to end. Then when I was at the end I wanted more. I loved how this book sets up the next book and oh man am I so excited to see what is in store for Whit. I just know it will be every bit as good as the other books in this series.

S.J. Chaynie is a small-town Texas girl who has found a love for writing. She enjoys writing romance, with a sprinkle of suspense, and a little humor. If she is not busy writing her newest ideas, she is spending time with her husband and two beautiful daughters. She believes a good book and a lot of laughs is the best medicine. She brings suspense, love, angst, and sometimes the occasional heartbreak to her stories. Always a HEA, but every character and story she holds close to her heart and hopes they touch yours as well.

#WOTR24 #attendingauthor #Authorspotlight – Teresa Gabelman

Teresa Gabelman

Tell us your name and then a bit about yourself.

Teresa Gabelman. I write paranormal romance. The Protector Series (Vampire) and Lee County Wolves (Shifter). I’m a New York Times and USA Today bestseller because I have the best readers ever. It’s all because of them. I love to read when I have time; I’m a huge gamer and just got my first PC gaming system (SWEET), and I have three dogs I absolutely adore. I have a very supportive family as well as a reader community that I call my chosen family.

When you are writing a book, which is harder? The first book in the series or the others after it?

The ones that follow for sure.

When writing a series how do you keep things fresh, for both your readers and also yourself?

Making each character and storyline different but still (in a series) keeping to the main or overall storyline. (Did that even make sense?) LOL! Adding new characters for readers as well as myself to look forward to in future books.

Writing can be an emotionally draining and stressful pursuit. Any tips for aspiring writers?

Don’t give up when you want to give up, and believe me, that will definitely come. Find a good support system you can turn to when you want to smash your computer into a million pieces. I have a great group of ladies I turn to, and they are amazing. They tell me to hush, get over it and write. LOL! Sorta kidding. Seriously, an amazing support system or person is the key. Everyone needs to vent during those stressful times. I also cuddle with my dogs…a lot. Finding a snuggle buddy helps tremendously.

On a typical day, how much time do you spend writing?

Depends on deadline time. During the end of a deadline, I am pulling all-nighters. When deadlines are not looming, I usually write, rewrite, listen to, and edit four to five chapters a day, depending on what is happening with the life stuff. That doesn’t always happen, but it’s the goal.

Do you have a favorite character that you have written? If so, who? And what makes them so special.

It has to be Steve. He’s a hilarious Warrior who never shuts up and is always in trouble, especially with fellow Warriors. Readers often ask me where I come up with his lines; honestly, I have no clue. They just come, and for an author, that is so refreshing when you have a character that happens with. His banter with other characters even has ME laughing, which is welcomed when I’m stressed to the max. So yeah, Steve is my go-to character.

What is your definition of success?

My definition of success happened to me with book one of the Protector Series when I made my first sale. Before I published Damon in 2011, I told my husband and son that if only one stranger bought my book, I would have successfully become an author. I will never forget the day I sold my first Damon ebook to a complete stranger. I wish I knew who that stranger was so I could hug them because that was a dream come true for me.

Do you have anything you want to share that didn’t fit on one of these questions?

Thanks to all the readers who support us by reading our books. You’ve made a lot of dreams come true. We couldn’t do what we do without every single one of you.

What are your social links?

https://linktr.ee/TeresaGabelman

What are your buy links? (Provide links to your Amazon/iBook’s/Koko/etc Author Home Page if you have quite a few. Also include audible links if applicable.)

Want tickets to Writers on the River #2024?

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$75 VIP Plus – 11-12 Lunch with the Authors , 12-1 VIP hour, 1-4 General Admission time. You get a filled VIP bag and admission to the after party is included. *Limited Quantity expected to sell out first day*

$50 VIP -12-1 VIP hour, 1-4 General Admission time. You get a filled VIP bag and admission to the after party is included. *Expected to sell out first day*

$25 Early Access – 12-1 VIP house, 1-4 General Admission time. You also get a filled VIP bag but NO admission to the after party. *Expected to sell out opening day*

$10 General Admission – 1-4 General Admission time. You can purchase a bag but it is not filled with VIP swag. There is no admission to the after party included.

$35 After party – 7-11 After Party with food and cash bar. Dj with a photobooth is also included in the fun.

#WOTR24 #attendingauthor #Authorspotlight – Kate Rudolph

Kate Rudolph

Tell us your name and then a bit about yourself.

I’m a paranormal and sci-fi romance writer who lives in Indiana. I love writing about kick butt heroines and the steamy heroes who love them. I’ve been devouring romance novels since I was too young to be reading them and had to hide my books so no one would take them away. I couldn’t imagine a better job in this world than writing romances and sharing them with my fellow readers.

When you are writing a book, which is harder? The first book in the series or the others after it?

The later books definitely!

When writing a series how do you keep things fresh, for both your readers and also yourself?

I like to mix and match different genre and trope elements – no one says that book nine in an alien romance series can’t ALSO be a murder mystery.

Writing can be an emotionally draining and stressful pursuit. Any tips for aspiring writers?

Words on the page, seriously. Even if all you can manage is a sentence, write it down.

On a typical day, how much time do you spend writing?

An hour or two.

Do you have a favorite character that you have written? If so, who? And what makes them so special.

I love all my children equally.

What is your definition of success?

I’m able to support myself by writing books and that is definitely part of is.

What are your social links?

facebook.com/katerudolphauthor;

https://www.bookbub.com/authors/kate-rudolph

What are your buy links? (Provide links to your Amazon/iBook’s/Koko/etc Author Home Page if you have quite a few. Also include audible links if applicable.)

https://shop.katerudolph.net;

https://www.amazon.com/stores/Kate-Rudolph/author/B00RSCS29E;

https://books.apple.com/us/author/kate-rudolph/id1017101766;

https://www.kobo.com/us/en/search?query=kate%20rudolph;

https://www.barnesandnoble.com/s/”Kate Rudolph”;

https://www.audible.com/author/Kate-Rudolph/B00RSCS29E

Want tickets to Writers on the River #2024?

They are available starting November 6th at Writersontheriver.com

$75 VIP Plus – 11-12 Lunch with the Authors , 12-1 VIP hour, 1-4 General Admission time. You get a filled VIP bag and admission to the after party is included. *Limited Quantity expected to sell out first day*

$50 VIP -12-1 VIP hour, 1-4 General Admission time. You get a filled VIP bag and admission to the after party is included. *Expected to sell out first day*

$25 Early Access – 12-1 VIP house, 1-4 General Admission time. You also get a filled VIP bag but NO admission to the after party. *Expected to sell out opening day*

$10 General Admission – 1-4 General Admission time. You can purchase a bag but it is not filled with VIP swag. There is no admission to the after party included.

$35 After party – 7-11 After Party with food and cash bar. Dj with a photobooth is also included in the fun.

#WOTR24 #attendingauthor #Authorspotlight – Jessa Aarons

Jessa Aarons

Tell us your name and then a bit about yourself.

Hi. I’m Jessa Aarons.
Oh my, talk about myself… I’m horrible at this LOL!
I’m a Midwestern girl at heart and have lived here my whole life. I was born in Green Bay, WI… Go Pack Go… but moved a smidgen south and have lived in the same south-eastern city since I was two. In fact, I currently live only 4 blocks away from my parents. I really moved far!
I’ve been married to my hubby, who I call Mr. J, for 7 years. We’ve been together for 12 years. He’s the reason I started writing books. He’s been my biggest cheerleader since day one, and I wouldn’t be able to do any of this without him. He’s seriously the best!

When you are writing a book, which is harder? The first book in the series or the others after it?

Definitely the ones after it! When I started my Rebel Vipers MC, I had so many characters wanting to talk, that picking the first was easy… bok one’s story was plotted in mere days. After that, things went wonky for a bit. Because all the “others” wanted their story’s told too, I’ve juggled my writing order around so many times, I couldn’t tell you what my original series order plan was anymore.

When writing a series how do you keep things fresh, for both your readers and also yourself?

Mostly by having a different trope for different books. One of my characters was a single dad, another was a commitment-phobe, and even another a enemies-to-lovers type. By switching things up by story style, even in one series, you could keep things fresh and fun!

Writing can be an emotionally draining and stressful pursuit. Any tips for aspiring writers?

Don’t rush yourself! I’ve been there, and I crashed. It’s so easy to compare yourself to other authors out there, and wonder why they’re doing “x, y, & z” better than you. Don’t! Write for you. Go at your pace. Write the stories you want to read. Being an author should be fun, you got this!

On a typical day, how much time do you spend writing?

Some days zero minutes… others, fourteen hours LOL! But when I’m in book mode, I usually aim for word count instead of time. I’ve had it take ten hours to write five thousand words. And the next day I can do that many in four. It depends on how “agreeable” the characters are in telling me their story.

Do you have a favorite character that you have written? If so, who? And what makes them so special.

So far I’d have to make it a tie. Smoke and Haze, from book 4 in my Rebel Vipers MC series was so much fun. It’s a MMF story, about their journey to not only accepting their own sexualities, and their new places in the MC and newly patched Brothers, but also in finding the right woman to fit into their relationship. There’s angst and danger and so much love in this book, I didn’t want the story to end. I probably could write them 3 more books!

What is your definition of success?

Success to me is when readers want more. More books, certain characters to get a story… just more. If they want more from me, that to me means they like what I’ve done so far, and it means I’m doing something right.

What are your social links?

Facebook Author Page:
https://www.facebook.com/jessaaaronsauthor/

FB Reader’s Group:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/jessaaaronsdiamondreaders/?ref=share

Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/jessaaaronsauthor/

Twitter:

Goodreads:
https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/21228897.Jessa_Aarons

Bookbub:
https://www.bookbub.com/authors/jessa-aarons

Pinterest:

Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/user/4dvs7k15msq5cgsy4dj8hggac?si=gkhxIHXYRJCpPZEMq6BfGg

TikTok:
https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMRc6Cpby/

What are your buy links? (Provide links to your Amazon/iBook’s/Koko/etc Author Home Page if you have quite a few. Also include audible links if applicable.)

Amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/Jessa-Aarons/e/B08WG1JKMH/ 

Want tickets to Writers on the River #2024?

They are available starting November 6th at Writersontheriver.com

$75 VIP Plus – 11-12 Lunch with the Authors , 12-1 VIP hour, 1-4 General Admission time. You get a filled VIP bag and admission to the after party is included. *Limited Quantity expected to sell out first day*

$50 VIP -12-1 VIP hour, 1-4 General Admission time. You get a filled VIP bag and admission to the after party is included. *Expected to sell out first day*

$25 Early Access – 12-1 VIP house, 1-4 General Admission time. You also get a filled VIP bag but NO admission to the after party. *Expected to sell out opening day*

$10 General Admission – 1-4 General Admission time. You can purchase a bag but it is not filled with VIP swag. There is no admission to the after party included.

$35 After party – 7-11 After Party with food and cash bar. Dj with a photobooth is also included in the fun.

#WOTR24 #attendingauthor #Authorspotlight – Judith Lynne

Judith    Lynne

Tell us your name and then a bit about yourself.

Judith Lynne. I’m a lifelong romance lover; dipped my toe into other types of writing in my life (including trying screenwriting), and came back to finally write the romances of my dreams. I live in Ohio and love it; keeping my houseplants alive, learning to garden – and baking bread! My readers know I have a pet turtle who doesn’t care about my writing at all, and the world’s handsomest nephew-dog. Most people don’t know I have a PhD in literature and a master’s in linguistics, but it’s obvious I get WAY too nerdy with research for my books. I love primary source material.

When you are writing a book, which is harder? The first book in the series or the others after it?

Hot tip: the second book is the hardest, for some reason. The first book is the easiest!

When writing a series how do you keep things fresh, for both your readers and also yourself?

I have characters of *all* kinds, and I write a series by picturing a group of people who will wind up connected somehow (rather than being connected to start with, like a family). I love found families. So I keep things fresh by reminding myself what’s unique about these two people and their relationship compared to the rest of the troop; the story is always driven by the relationship.

Writing can be an emotionally draining and stressful pursuit. Any tips for aspiring writers?

I’d say get a husband as supportive as mine but he’s taken! Plug into a social network of writers who will support your efforts, and plug into a conference or club that puts on events that will spark your creative juices when they feel stale. Know what fills up your tank.

On a typical day, how much time do you spend writing?

2-3 hours. But some days it’s nothing and some days it’s 12.

Do you have a favorite character that you have written? If so, who? And what makes them so special.

Anthony, because he’s incredible. I never imagined someone giving up so much for love before I “met” him. And Tella because she’s Batman. 🙂

What is your definition of success?

Someone falling in love with one of my characters. Which makes them a friend of mine, because I fall in love with all of my characters!

Do you have anything you want to share that didn’t fit on one of these questions?

I’m putting out my tenth book but I still feel like I’m just getting started. I hope any readers out there who love the Regency time period will let me know what types of books they’d still like to see from me – reader inspiration is the best! It’s not always “I want to see this” but often it’s “I never see this” and I think “Hold my beer…”

What are your social links?

https://www.bookbub.com/authors/judith-lynne

https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/19819362.Judith_Lynne ;

https://www.facebook.com/judithlynnebooks/ ;

https://twitter.com/judithlynnepub ;

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

and I’m just trying Pinterest! https://www.pinterest.com/JudithLynneAuthor/

What are your buy links? (Provide links to your Amazon/iBook’s/Koko/etc Author Home Page if you have quite a few. Also include audible links if applicable.)

All my buy links are at https://judithlynne.com

but I’m also findable at https://www.bookbub.com/authors/judith-lynne

and https://www.amazon.com/stores/Judith-Lynne/author/B07ZLH4J3S

Want tickets to Writers on the River #2024?

They are available starting November 6th at Writersontheriver.com

$75 VIP Plus – 11-12 Lunch with the Authors , 12-1 VIP hour, 1-4 General Admission time. You get a filled VIP bag and admission to the after party is included. *Limited Quantity expected to sell out first day*

$50 VIP -12-1 VIP hour, 1-4 General Admission time. You get a filled VIP bag and admission to the after party is included. *Expected to sell out first day*

$25 Early Access – 12-1 VIP house, 1-4 General Admission time. You also get a filled VIP bag but NO admission to the after party. *Expected to sell out opening day*

$10 General Admission – 1-4 General Admission time. You can purchase a bag but it is not filled with VIP swag. There is no admission to the after party included.

$35 After party – 7-11 After Party with food and cash bar. Dj with a photobooth is also included in the fun.

Events We Love – Romance Rendezvous Book Blast, August 10, 2024, Cedar Falls, IA

*Author List Subject to Change*

Romance Rendezvous Book Blast
Hosted by: Romance Rendezvous Book Blog
August 10, 2024
Please join the Romance Rendezvous Book Blast Attendees Page to keep up-to-date with all things related to this signing!
Three ticket options are available HERE
Ticket Options:
🎟 FREE Ticket option: This ticket will gain you access into the signing from 1:00 – 4:00 pm. The first 20 readers through the doors will receive a RRBB swag bag. Brunch is not included.
🎟 Early Entry Ticket option: This ticket will be $15 (plus Eventbrite fees) and you will gain early entrance into the signing from 12:00– 4:00 and a swag bag. Brunch is not included.
🎟 VIP ticket option: This ticket will be $30 (plus Eventbrite fees) and you will gain early entrance into the signing from 10:30 – 4:00, brunch with the authors, swag bag, and extra raffle tickets to be used on the raffle drawings.
Venue info:
Hilton Garden Inn
7213 Nordic Drive
Cedar Falls, IA
(319) 266-6611
Guests can call the Hilton directly at 319-266-6611, press “0” for the front desk or use the Hilton Link below for online reservations: https://www.hilton.com/…/romance-rendezvous-book-blast/
For anyone wanting to spend the night there are three hotels in the area: Hilton Garden Inn (319-266-6611), Super 8 (319-266-6988), Comfort Suite (319-273-9999).

#WOTR24 #attendingauthor #Authorspotlight – K.L. Kreig

K.L. Kreig

Tell us your name and then a bit about yourself.

KL Kreig: Mother, Nana, Entrepreneur, Love Lover

When you are writing a book, which is harder? The first book in the series or the others after it?

First, definitely. It sets everything else in the series up so you don’t want to write yourself into a corner in the first book!

When writing a series how do you keep things fresh, for both your readers and also yourself?

Introducing new characters throughout the series helps the reader stay invested. Building the backstories slowly of other critical characters is important to create interest in them and where their individual stories may lead to next. Honestly, the hardest part of writing romance is, oddly, the sex scenes. Keeping those fresh and exciting is challenging.

Writing can be an emotionally draining and stressful pursuit. Any tips for aspiring writers?

As with anything else in life, build your tribe. Surround yourself with people who you can TRUST, who want you to succeed and find and befriend (not insincerely) seasoned authors who know the ins and outs of the business. Understand that building a loyal readership takes time and tremendous effort on your part. Your work needs to be quality, not quantity. Finally, writing is the easy part. After your story is done, the real hard part begins (packaging it correctly and marketing it appropriately). You are the CEO and, at least initially, the sole employee of your own business, and as such, you need to understand all aspects of business: marketing, finance, social media management, analytics, taxes, etc, etc. Writing and publishing a book is not for the faint of heart! 🙂

On a typical day, how much time do you spend writing?

Completely varies by my schedule. Many days, none. Others, 2-3 hours. I have a full time job and another online side business that I also manage.

Do you have a favorite character that you have written? If so, who? And what makes them so special.

Wow. This is like asking if I have a favorite child. I’m going to take the cop out and say no. Every character I write is special and unique in their own way, even the side characters who never get their own stories!

What is your definition of success?

My personal definition is the accomplishment of finishing what I think is a story that will stay with the reader long after they finish the last page. Every book can’t be that to all readers, but every book is that to at least one reader.

 What are your social links?

Website: http://klkreig.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/KL-Kreig/808927362462053
Amazon Author Page: amazon.com/author/klkreig
Instagram: http://instagram.com/klkreig/
Kreig’s Babes (Private Fan page): https://www.facebook.com/groups/646655825434751/
Bookbub: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/k-l-kreig
TikTok: @klkreig_author

What are your buy links? (Provide links to your Amazon/iBook’s/Koko/etc Author Home Page if you have quite a few. Also include audible links if applicable.)

Amazon Author Page: amazon.com/author/klkreig
Black Swan Affair audible: https://amzn.to/46IqZXa
Forsaking Gray audible: https://amzn.to/495UCDf

Want tickets to Writers on the River #2024?

They are available starting November 6th at Writersontheriver.com

$75 VIP Plus – 11-12 Lunch with the Authors , 12-1 VIP hour, 1-4 General Admission time. You get a filled VIP bag and admission to the after party is included. *Limited Quantity expected to sell out first day*

$50 VIP -12-1 VIP hour, 1-4 General Admission time. You get a filled VIP bag and admission to the after party is included. *Expected to sell out first day*

$25 Early Access – 12-1 VIP house, 1-4 General Admission time. You also get a filled VIP bag but NO admission to the after party. *Expected to sell out opening day*

$10 General Admission – 1-4 General Admission time. You can purchase a bag but it is not filled with VIP swag. There is no admission to the after party included.

$35 After party – 7-11 After Party with food and cash bar. Dj with a photobooth is also included in the fun.

#WOTR24 #attendingauthor #Authorspotlight – Laura A. Barnes

Image for Laura A. Barnes, click to learn more.

Tell us your name and then a bit about yourself.

Laura A. Barnes – I’m addicted to reading as much as I am to writing stories with a happily ever after. If I’m not writing, I’m binge watching shows on Netflix or spending time with my children and grandchildren. My husband & I got the traveling bug a few years ago and we’re planning a trip to somewhere in Europe next fall. I write historical romances and just started this year writing contemporary romances. I love to write enemies to lovers story with feisty female characters who bring the gentlemen to their knees.

When you are writing a book, which is harder? The first book in the series or the others after it?

The first book is harder, because I’m trying to introduce the other characters in the series without taking away from the main couple. Also, I’m trying to establish a link that will connect all the books together.

When writing a series how do you keep things fresh, for both your readers and also yourself?

By trying to come up with scenarios I’ve never used before. Sometimes it’s a matter of writing a common every day activity but adding a twist that makes the scene unique.

Writing can be an emotionally draining and stressful pursuit. Any tips for aspiring writers?

Don’t feel guilty for carving out time for yourself. Allow yourself the freedom of doing something for yourself and most of relax and have fun.

On a typical day, how much time do you spend writing?

When I’ve started a project, I usually will send about three hours writing. Some days are more productive than others.

Do you have a favorite character that you have written? If so, who? And what makes them so special.

Graham Worthington of The Siren’s Gentleman. I introduced this character in another series, and got such wonderful feedback from readers about how they wanted him to have his own book. He was a passionate soul who loved deeply. His character held a depth that inspired me to write a series around him.

What is your definition of success?

To accomplish a goal I set for myself. With every book I write I set out to write a story that my readers will enjoy.

What are your social links?


Facebook https://www.facebook.com/AuthorLauraA.Barnes/
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/labarnesauthor/
Twitter https://twitter.com/labarnesauthor
TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@labarnesauthor

What are your buy links? (Provide links to your Amazon/iBook’s/Koko/etc Author Home Page if you have quite a few. Also include audible links if applicable.)

https://www.lauraabarnes.com/

https://amazon.com/author/lauraabarnes

https://books2read.com/Laura-A-Barnes

https://books.apple.com/us/author/laura-a-barnes/id1194175494

https://play.google.com/store/books/author?id=Laura+A.+Barnes

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$75 VIP Plus – 11-12 Lunch with the Authors , 12-1 VIP hour, 1-4 General Admission time. You get a filled VIP bag and admission to the after party is included. *Limited Quantity expected to sell out first day*

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$35 After party – 7-11 After Party with food and cash bar. Dj with a photobooth is also included in the fun.

#NewRelease – Brie’s Bonus Bites, Brie’s Submission series by Red Phoenix

Not to be missed!Ultimate collection of all the bonus chapters, special POVs, and extra content Red Phoenix has written for the Brie Series over the last twelve years compiled into one beautiful book.Brie’s Bonus Bites is the definitive collection of Brie extras and includes a brand-new short story only found here!Includes personal introductions by Red before each story.*For fans who love Brie & readers who are curious.

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Review by Twinsie Angie

I was given this book by the author for an honest review.

I don’t think any fan of the series will miss out on this book with some many yummy and fun scenes.  The book is full of fun memories of the series told to us before by Red.  We see our favorite characters interacting and we remember scenes from the series.  It was a great walk down memory lane for me for sure.

I was so happy to get this ARC so I can drift back in to one of my favorite series and see my old friends.

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Red Phoenix is an award-winning romance author who gained popularity with her series, Brie’s Submission.

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