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Thank you

BookPicWow.

That’s the first word that comes to mind when I think of how much incredible support I’ve received from my family and friends with the release of my debut novel, Deception of a Highlander.

Writing a book that’s not set for publication is one thing, not just a romance novel, but any genre or poem or song. It’s uninhibited, an unfiltered deep part of you no one ever has privy to.

It’s an outpouring of reactions to experiences, an expression of fears and joys and sorrows, a compendium of the greater things you dream you could possibly be.Cake

Which is fine because it’s curled around your heart and close to home. It’s guarded.

Then, joy of all joys – someone deems it worthy of publication.

But joy quickly gives way to trepidation and uncertainty as all the motions for publication fall into place and then it’s released.

Your heart. Your soul. Your dreams.

All bared for people to experience and judge.

I’ve developed a very thick skin in this industry, but I still felt as though I was jumping without a parachute and hoping I didn’t crush into the ground below.

What if everyone hates it? What if people think it’s foolish or awful?HighlanderHefeweizen

I can take a deep breath and remind myself living through such a thing would only widen my ‘courage circle’, but deep down, I want my book to be well-received and liked.

And it was – by the love of so many incredible friends and family.

I had a release party in Africa I attended over the phone, where I judged a romance cover contest and read an excerpt from Possession of a Highlander.

FBBookPicI’ve seen pictures of my book from Japan and England and Canada and Alaska and one even on its way to Hawaii!

I’ve had incredible reviews posted not only by friends and family, but also by people who have never met me before – all of them so wonderful, I get a little choked up when I read them.

Confession: maybe it’s the mom-ness in me (cuz I swear those hormones never re-adjust) but I’m getting all weepy just thinking about how many people came out to support me – former classmates, co-workers, friends, fellow writers, family, what feels like every person I care about. 🙂StickerPicHeck

I even made #8 on the Kindle Best Seller’s list for Scottish Historical Romance – which was shocking to me. I could barely sleep that night thinking of how grateful I was to have such support from those I love.

So, I want to take this post to say thank you – to every person who read a blog post/author interview, or bought my book, or left a review, or attended my FB party, or read my book, or told a friend, or did a giveaway for me, or even just sent their positive vibes my way: thank you, thank you, thank you a million times over for absolutely everything you’ve all done to make this first book release, the unveiling of my soul, such a positive experience.

I truly am so fortunate to have you all in my life.8

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👩🏻‍💻USA Today Bestselling author of #historicalromance, mother of minions, watcher of cat videos, drinker of wine, poster of pics

When the heart on the back of your cat’s neck le When the heart on the back of your cat’s neck lets you know they love you 😻
I’m beyond excited to share my gorgeous new cove I’m beyond excited to share my gorgeous new cover for The Last Bookshop in London - a WWII Historical Fiction

The art team at @hanoversquarepress did such a gorgeous job on this cover! I love it so much!!! 

Inspired by the true World War II history of the few bookshops to survive the Blitz, The Last Bookshop in London is a timeless story of wartime loss, love and the enduring power of literature.

August 1939: London is dismal under the weight of impending war with Germany as Hitler’s forces continue to sweep across Europe. Into this uncertain maelstrom steps Grace Bennett, young and ready for a fresh start in the bustling city streets she’s always dreamed of—and miles away from her troubled past in the countryside.

With aspirations of working at a department store, Grace never imagined she’d wind up employed at Primrose Hill, an offbeat bookshop nestled in the heart of the city—after all, she’s never been much of a reader. Overwhelmed with organizing the cluttered store, she doesn’t have time to read the books she sells. But when one is gifted to her, what starts as an obligation becomes a passion that draws her into the incredible world of literature.

As the Blitz rains down bombs on the city night after night, a devastating attack leaves the libraries and shops of London’s literary center in ruins. Miraculously, Grace’s bookshop survives the firestorm. Through blackouts and air raids, Grace continues running the shop, discovering a newfound comfort in the power of words and storytelling that unites her community in ways she never imagined—a force that triumphs over even the darkest nights of war-torn London.

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Tomorrow is my official cover reveal for The Last Tomorrow is my official cover reveal for The Last Bookshop in London!! I'm so excited!! 😆
How to Tempt a Duke in Italian and Swedish - the l How to Tempt a Duke in Italian and Swedish - the latter just came in the mail! 😆 
I love how Harlequin Historical sends us copies of the translated versions of our books! It’s just such a cool thing to see and hold 🥰
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