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#Review #MMRomance #Tattoos –Flash (Ink Slingers#1) by: K.M. Neuhold

Lewis tattoos himself on my brain instantly. Too bad this whole situation is about to get messier than spilled ink.

Lewis

Clingy, needy, Too Much

Just a few choice words from men who never deserved me anyway.

I’m not going to make the same mistakes again though. I plan to ride the motorcycle hottie of my dreams just until we both get bored.

Besides, who has time for anything but a quick fling when the jerks at the tattoo shop next door insist on doing everything they can to annoy the hell out of me with some stupid prank war?

Arrow

Possessive, intense, too much

My exes weren’t wrong about me. I have a habit of falling too hard for men who never feel the same.

Meeting Lewis in a rainstorm, steaming up his backseat during a flash downpour… maybe this is my sign to try something casual for a change…

And then there’s the prank war between my motorcycle club and our new neighbor. Whatever the twink did to get on Jag’s bad side, the whole thing sounds a lot less appealing than losing myself in MY pretty twink with a cute butt and big, blue eyes who insists this isn’t anything real.

Is he right? Is this thing between us nothing more than a Flash tattoo that time will fade? There’s only one way to find out…

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Review by Twinsie Tenise

Lewis is driving home one night and his car stops working. Right after calling for a tow, his night in shining armor or in this case a silver fox on a Harley pulls over to help.
Arrow comes upon a stranded motorist who also happens to be the most beautiful man he has ever seen. After their brief encounter neither man can get the other out of their mind. As the weeks wear on, life goes on as usual but the 2 can’t stay away from one another. One wants to keep it casual and the other agrees but will either man be able to keep that promise?
This was a super sexy as well as funny and cute May/December romance. It was my first book by this author and I’m jumping right into the next book in the series.

#WOTR25 #attendingauthor #authorinterview – Melonie Johnson

Melonie Johnson

Tell us your name and then a bit about yourself.

Melonie Johnson is a Star Wars junkie and Shakespeare groupie who quotes both Yoda and the Bard with equal aplomb. Known as #thewritinglush, she loves dark coffee, cheap wine, and expensive beer. And margaritas. And mimosas. And mules. Basically any cocktail that starts with the letter m. A USA Today bestselling author who Kirkus declared a “writer to watch” and Entertainment Weekly described as a “fizzy, engrossing voice” her smart funny contemporary romances are known for their witty banter and strong cast of female friendships; including the romantic comedies TOO WRONG TO BE RIGHT (named one of the top 10 Romances of 2023 by Booklist) and TOO GOOD TO BE REAL, as well as her award-winning Sometimes in Love debut series GETTING HOT WITH THE SCOT, SMITTEN BY THE BRIT, and ONCE UPON A BAD BOY. Her stories have been featured in Cosmopolitan and Woman’s World, selected as Amazon Best Books of the month, and appeared on many most anticipated romance lists, including BookPage, Goodreads, BuzzFeed, and BookBub. She lives in Chicagoland with her husband and their two redhead daughters. A former high school English and Theatre teacher, Melonie now spends her days in her Star Wars office, dreaming up meet cutes. Her upcoming series, MILFS Just Wanna Have Fun, features main characters in their 40’s and 50s and launches this fall with the release of THAT’S WHAT SHE SHED.

How did you hear about this event?

I met Angie at Lori Foster’s RAGT and was so inspired by the work Healing With Words does I knew I wanted to be a part of WOTR!

How many years have you attended?

2025 will be my 5th year!

What genres do you write?

Contemporary Romance, Romantic Comedy, “Seasoned” Romance, paranormal fantasy romance under a pen name

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

Once Upon a Bad Boy

What is one fun fact about you?

As a teen I worked in a haunted house scaring the pants off people as an evil little girl clown.

What are your social links?

All social media links: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1qkl2YzpE5Vq_46bdxwWlaPPt9UxSb6e35CsHJM2E42c/edit?usp=sharing

What are you buy links?

Amazon Author Page: https://www.audible.com/author/Melonie-Johnson/B07GTF5CFL

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#WOTR25 #attendingauthor #authorinterview -Megan Kelly

Megan Kelly

Tell us your name and then a bit about yourself.

Megan Kelly writes small town romance with 12 novels and 1 novella. She reads romance and mysteries, and tries to crochet, quilt, and sometimes knit.

How did you hear about this event?

attending author

How many years have you attended?

FIVE years

What genres do you write?

contemporary small-town romance

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

The Wedding Rescue

What is one fun fact about you?

I dislike strawberries but love strawberry licorice and prefer strawberry lip gloss.

What are your social links?

https://www.facebook.com/MeganKellyAuthorPage

What are you buy links?

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#WOTR25 #attendingauthor #authorinterview -M.J. Schiller

M.J. Schiller

Tell us your name and then a bit about yourself.

Hi! I’m M.J. Schiller and I’m a retired lunch lady and writer. I’m a mother of four, three of which will be turning 28 in October and the fourth will be the big 3-0 five days after that. My husband recently retired and we moved back to Missouri from Illinois. I like to karaoke and am passionate about my St. Louis Blues hockey and a Missouri Tigers football fan as well.

How did you hear about this event?

I think I saw it on Facebook, possibly on Genevieve Jack’s page.

How many years have you attended?

1

What genres do you write?

romance, romantic suspense, rock romance, sci-fi romance

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

Probably ROCKED BY GRACE as it is a first in series for my LOVE AND CHAOS SERIES.

What is one fun fact about you?

Weird fact about me–I was a synchronized swimmer at the highest level (which was Junior Olympics at the time).

What are your social links?

Website: https://mjschillerauthor.blogspot.com
Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/M.J.-Schiller/e/B009JOQFQQ
BookBub: https://www.bookbub.com/profile/m-j-schiller
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RockingTheWorldOneReaderAtATime/
Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/mjschiller/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/mjschiller
Instagram: https://instagram.com/mjschiller
Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/6479377.M_J_Schiller
Books2Read: https://books2read.com/MJSchiller
Newsletter signup: https://maryschiller.wixsite.com/contact-page
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mjschillerauthor

What are you buy links?

Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/M.J.-Schiller/e/B009JOQFQQ
Barnes & Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/s/M.J.%20Schiller
iTunes: https://books.apple.com/us/author/m-j-schiller/id561507281
Kobo: https://www.kobo.com/us/en/search?query=M.J.%20Schiller&ac=1&acp=mj%20schiller&ac.provider=gsp&ac.author=M.J.%20Schiller
Google Play: https://play.google.com/books/publish/a/9926118305365709419#list?sortby=last_updated&sortdir=desc

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#WOTR25 #attendingauthor #authorinterview -Genevieve Jack

Genevieve Jack

Tell us your name and then a bit about yourself.

I’m Genevieve Jack and I write enduring romance in enchanting worlds, otherwise known as paranormal romance and fantasy romance! I live in Illinois with my husband, who is also my assistant, and our 13 year old Brittany Spaniel.

How did you hear about this event?

I’ve participated for so many years that I can’t remember how I heard about it, but I’m sure it was a local author group.

How many years have you attended?

Eight years

What genres do you write?

Paranormal Romance, Fantasy Romance, Urban Romance

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

A Bargain With The Shadow Prince

What is one fun fact about you?

I attended a high school that was once a Catholic orphanage. A small cemetery on property held 23 graves, mostly children who had died there. Things would happen unexpectedly. A book might drop off a shelf, a locker might slam, etc. Once we had a floating light that our teacher could not explain. You can read about my high school here: https://www.nctv17.org/news/benet-academys-haunted-history/
Did this inspire my love of the paranormal? Definitely.

What are your social links?

You can find all my social links here: https://geni.us/FollowGenevieveJack

What are you buy links?

Here’s where you can buy my books: https://geni.us/shopmybooks

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#WOTR25 #attendingauthor #authorinterview – Valerie Clarizio

Valerie J. Clarizio

Tell us your name and then a bit about yourself.

Hi, I’m Valerie Clarizio, a USA Today bestselling author who lives in romantic Door County, Wisconsin, with my husband of thirty-four years. I love to read, write, and spend time at our cabin in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan.

I’ve lived my life surrounded by men, three brothers, a husband, and a male Siamese cat who required his own instruction manual. Keeping up with all the men in my life has turned me into an outdoors enthusiast, of which my favorite activity is hiking in national parks. While out on the trails, I have plenty of time to conjure up irresistible characters and unique storylines for my next romantic suspense, time travel, or contemporary romance novel.

How did you hear about this event?

Pam James

How many years have you attended?

This is my first time!

What genres do you write?

Romantic Suspense, Time Travel Romance, Contemporary Romance

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

Family Forever

What is one fun fact about you?

When I first told my family and friends that I’d written a book, most everyone assumed it was an accounting textbook. I guess because during the day I work as the Finance Director for my city. Who in their right mind would write an accounting textbook?

What are your social links?

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ValerieClarizio
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/valerieclarizio/
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@valeriejclarizioauthor?lang=en
Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/6573130.Valerie_J_Clarizio
Bookbub: https://www.bookbub.com/profile/valerie-j-clarizio

What are you buy links?

Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Valerie-J.-Clarizio/author/B00A87RJVS

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#WOTR25 #attendingauthor #authorinterview – KL Kreig

K.L. Kreig

Tell us your name and then a bit about yourself.

KL Kreig here. Mom to two amazing grown humans, four even more amazing granddaughters and one giant, slobbery, farty Cane Corso named Ari! I’ve been writing for 10+ years but do it off the side of my desk, as I have a full time job that requires a lot of time and attention. I love books, obvi, travel, sun and just about any cocktail you put in front of me. I write stories that are deeply emotional, gripping and unforgettable.

How did you hear about this event?

My bestie, Angie 🙂

Internally Angie is SCREAMING that KL finally admitted we are besties!!!

How many years have you attended?

Since 2022

What genres do you write?

Contemporary and paranormal romance

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

Lost In Between / Found Underneath duet

What is one fun fact about you?

Usually my fun fact is that I’m an author, lol.

What are your social links?

Amazon Author Page: amazon.com/author/klkreig
Bookbub: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/k-l-kreig
Instagram: http://instagram.com/klkreig/
Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/klkreig/
TikTok link: https://www.tiktok.com/@klkreig_author?lang=en&is_copy_url=1&is_from_webapp=v1
Kreig’s Babes (private group): https://www.facebook.com/groups/646655825434751/

What are you buy links?

Amazon Author Page: amazon.com/author/klkreig

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#review #ya #suspense #triggerwarnings Grown by Tiffany D. Jackson

An instant New York Times bestseller! “Grown exposes the underbelly of a tough conversation, providing a searing examination of misogynoir, rape culture, and the vulnerability of young black girls. Groundbreaking, heart-wrenching, and essential reading for all in the #MeToo era.” —Dhonielle Clayton, New York Times bestselling author of The Belles 

Award-winning author Tiffany D. Jackson delivers another riveting, ripped-from-the-headlines mystery that exposes horrific secrets hiding behind the limelight and embraces the power of a young woman’s voice.

When legendary R&B artist Korey Fields spots Enchanted Jones at an audition, her dreams of being a famous singer take flight. Until Enchanted wakes up with blood on her hands and zero memory of the previous night. Who killed Korey Fields?

Before there was a dead body, Enchanted’s dreams had turned into a nightmare. Because behind Korey’s charm and star power was a controlling dark side. Now he’s dead, the police are at the door, and all signs point to Enchanted.

“Never have I read a story that so flawlessly hits the highest high and lowest low notes of Black girlhood in pursuit of the American Dream.” —Nic Stone, New York Times bestselling author of Dear Martin and Jackpot

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Review by Twinsie Tenise

Ugh, what the what did I just listen to?!
Last night , a friend told me they were reading this book. (It was Twinsie Jo. I’m sure you will be seeing her review soon if you haven’t already.) I was intrigued with the blurb, so I dove right in.
For at least 75% of this book, I was either irritated or angry. The other 25%, I was confused af. I’m still replaying it in my head, waiting for my friend to finish so we can compare notes.  Well notes have been compared and it seems her feelings matched mine. lol I love an impromptu buddy read!

If you have limits to what you will read, I would highly suggest reading the trigger warnings first.
I love this author, and even though I know she can write an epic twist, I never see them coming.

#Review – Her Shifter Wolf Assassin (The Clan of Hogan Falls #3) by: Serena Meadows

Her Shifter Wolf Assassin by Serena Meadows

I was done being an assassin when I was hired to find her.
She was the beautiful wolf shifter that shook my world.

Sparks flew from the moment I laid eyes on her.
But I had to lie to get the job done.
Jolene’s wolf shifter clan is after her life.
She escaped them as a child but has no clue how much danger she’s in.

Pretending to be just a guest at her bed and breakfast is one thing.
Telling her I don’t love her is another.
It was my job to capture her.
Now I’ve made it my duty to protect her.

Jolene’s enemies would have to defeat me to get to her.
But will she think of me as the enemy once she finds out the truth?

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 third 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 other books. This book was about Jolene and Peter.

Jolene is a little down on herself after 2 of her “sisters” found and married amazing men. When weather bring in an unexpected guest to the bed and breakfast Jolene is now trying to fight her attraction to the stranger.

Peter was hired by Jolene clan to find her and return her to the clan. Once he meets Jolene he feels something different. When he realizes Jolene is his mate he has to get her to trust him after he lied about why he was there. He is dedicated to keeping Jolene and the others from their clans.

I loved seeing Peter try to make things right after lying to everyone.  I Like that reunions that are coming up in these books. Watching Peter and Jolene fight their feelings and seeing them learn about each other had me flipping those pages. I cannot wait to hear the rest of the ladies stories.

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 #attendingauthor #authorinterview – Cassandra Featherstone

Cassandra Featherstone

Tell us your name and then a bit about yourself.

Cassandra Featherstone

I’m an extroverted, ADHD Muppet who has been writing since I was a wee tot. COVID lockdown made it possible for me to start my self-publishing journey and finally put my stories into the world. I have published 18 books, 2 audio books (four in progress now), been in six anthologies, and have three books headed to foreign translation as we speak. Every day, I’m awe of how amazing my readers are and where I am in my author career. I love it and cannot wait to make it my full time job. Mr. Cass and I just had our twenty-third anniversary and my artsy goblin daughter lives with us, four cats, and my author doggo, Tilly.

How did you hear about this event?

It will be my third year attending!

How many years have you attended?

This will be number 3!

What genres do you write?

I write LGBTQIA+ friendly poly/why choose romance in contemporary, paranormal, dystopian, and fantasy sub-genres.

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

Hooked on A Feline (it’s part of my larger Ouroboros universe and a bit more heavy in terms of reading, but the FMC is amazing and the story is fab)

What is one fun fact about you?

I’ve been in jails in three countries (not charged or anything don’t worry)

What are your social links?

Go here for everything: https://cassandrafeatherstone.com/pages/follow-cassandra-everywhere

What are you buy links?

https://amazon.com/author/cassandrafeatherstone

Also www.cassandrafeatherstone.com

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