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#SnippetSunday #WeWriWa “His name is Jonah.” #mustread #newrelease #Paramount #AlintaBay

BUT THE HEART DOES was released last month. I’ll be sharing more snippets from Book #5, which I hope you will enjoy All books in the series are available on KU. Book #1 is only 99c ♥

ENJOY ♥

Today’s Snippet

She pursed her lips, inhaling deeply before replying, “This lift should have already started moving downward by now if it was a minor issue.”

An eerie feeling crept over him. A worry that she was putting on a front and slowly spiralling into panic.

“Have you tried the emergency button yet?”

He nodded and moved towards the lift’s controls, hitting the red button again.

“No response?”

Taking a few calming breaths, he tried again, this time with a gentler touch. A red switch lit up, and a static voice asked, “Triple C Security. What’s your name?”

Maddie joined him at the panel. “His name is Jonah.”

Blurb

In an unexpected encounter, the lives of Jonah, a rescue diver from New Zealand, and Maddie, a spirited local, collide, forever altering their future.

Trapped together in a hotel lift, sparks fly between them, but Jonah’s past looms, casting a shadow over their fragile connection. Maddie, captivated by Jonah’s charisma, is determined to find him when he mysteriously misses their planned dinner. With a friend’s assistance, her search unveils a chilling discovery – Jonah unconscious on a cliff.

Navigating a sea of emotions, in order to find a future together, will Maddie and Jonah manage the challenges posed by their past secrets and present obstacles?

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#BookTour & #Giveaway “Our Mothers, Our Daughters” by Candace Gish @Divasthatcare @SDBookTours

“Our Mothers, Our Daughters” is an extraordinary collection of inspiring essays that illuminates the unique bond between mother and daughter.”

Animals have an incredible ability to become precisely what we need them to be. Countless extraordinary stories can be found within “Animal Prints On My Soul.”

Our Mothers, Our Daughters

A Divas That Care Collection

by Candace Gish

Genre: Women’s Fiction Anthology

The mother-daughter relationship defines who we are, how we view ourselves, and what we want for our lives. Much like this multi-faceted relationship, the lessons in Our Mothers, Our Daughters are strong, yet soft. Through a collection of curated stories, readers journey alongside moms and daughters as they share poignant moments and messages of an everlasting bond. A Divas That Care anthology, this book showcases the collaboration and celebration of women and is presented in three collections: Connection, Inner Self, and Unconditional Love.

Contributors to Our Mothers, Our Daughters:

Connection

Alethea3 – Jacqueline Biollo
One, TWO! – Sheba Cummings
Me and My Girls – Beth Draper
The Cycle Continues – Irena Kay
Mom Born, Birthed, Raised, Loved – Carol Koppelman
Mom and Me: Me and Mom – Kathleen Bayes Ogilvie
My Daughter, My Valentine – Brenda Pearce

Inner Self

But You’re Supposed to Love Me – Michelle Bateman
A Flash of My Smile – Meredith Ethington
A Relationship Not Made in Heaven – Adriana Gavazzoni
Rusty & Jean – I threw my mother through the wall. – Jean Kanokogi
My Biggest Cheerleader – Noleen Mariappen
Metaphysical Musings – Peggy and Kate Neligan
A Study in Golden Rule and Persistence – Rosanna Pittella
Rose Simard – What I Wouldn’t Change

Unconditional Love

Unconditional Love: The Teenage Years – Cheryl Ashton
When Trust Is Lost – Lynn Carnes and Jen Maneely
My Daughter: The Warrior – Jerri Dexter
Champagne at Christmas – Gia-Raquel Esposito
My Beautiful Miracle – Jennifer Herron
Tight Rope – Mandy McLaughlin
My Mother, My Friend – Giuliana Melo
Mothers and Daughters – Juanita Wilson

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Animal Prints On My Soul

A Divas That Care Collection

by Candace Gish

Genre: Non-Fiction Animal Anthology

Animals can be our heroes, our confidantes, our coaches, and our best examples of unconditional love. In Animal Prints on My Soul, we explore the human-animal bond through the experiences and stories of women. Featuring horses, dogs, cats, birds, and more, animal lovers will connect with these ordinary – yet extraordinary – stories of how animals impact our lives. Heartwarming, touching, and joyful, this book is a splendid gift for those who love animals. The stories of Healing, Connection, and Love & Loss also encourage us to pause and appreciate the wonderful gifts our animal friends bring us so we’ve provided deeper-dive prompts for those who would like to transform these blessings into inspiration for their own lives.

Contributors to Animal Prints on My Soul:

Healing

The Wisdom of Horses – Angie Payne
Whispers from an Angel – Daphne McDonagh
My Healing Journey with Animals – Diane Rose-Solomon
The Unicorn Search – Beth Lauren Parrish
Healing Beauty – Ginny Jablonski

Connection

A Friend by My Side – Marla Patrick
My First Best Friend – Deb Matlock
For the Children – Lorie Murphey
A Horse, a Boy, and Undying Love – Naomi McDonald
Lessons from a Red-Tailed Hawk – Linda Roberts
A Divine Communication – Esta Bernstein
What It Means to Be a Red Barn Horse – Alexis Braswel
Farm Girl Memories – Abigail Stimpert
When God Says, “Wait.” – Hannah Stimpert
Letting Go and Holding On – Donna Palamar
Gabriel’s Story – Sharon Dilley
26 Marathons and My Trainer – Jo Dibblee
Leadership in Flight – Haseena Patel

Love and Loss

Lead with Love – Kate Neligan
Spirit Animals – Stef Skupin
Country Life – Joyce Benning
Expectations: People vs. Dogs – Katherine Jensen
Becoming the Community Cat Lady – Kathy Lynn Mackison
Grief, Death, and Dying – Tracy Pierce
Horse, Heart, and Home – Ley-Anne Mountain
When Fate Brings You Fur Kids – Jean Brannon

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Candace Gish is a motivator and empowering change agent who understands the challenges women face while finding success in their everyday lives and businesses. She is an advocate for mentorship and strong, supportive networks.

Her four daughters and wonderful husband have inspired her to create a better world, thus the Divas That Care Network was born. Candace enjoys connecting with goal-oriented women and has the commitment to make a difference. She believes in the power of women converging to implement change and has ensured that the purpose of the Divas That Care movement quantifies just that.

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My #Beginnings #Christmas #ShortStory – #SnippetSunday #Romance #Mustread #Bookseries

A few years ago I wrote a few books about sisters Sophie and Mia Levesque as well as their friends. Book #1 tells their story inheriting a house in Hobart / Tasmania without knowing who the generous testator was.

Loving the characters so much … I gave them a little Christmas Story a few years ago, which I believe is worth re-sharing again ♥.

ENJOY ♥♥♥

Sophie Levesque breathed in and out, in and out, trying hard to ignore the pain, and hoping for the paramedics to arrive soon.
“Sure, you don’t want me to drive you to the hospital?” her husband Mark asked.
She glared at him as she breathed in and out again.
Her sister Mia gently placed a pillow under her head. “Keep breathing. In … and … out.”
Sophie grabbed her sister’s wrist. “I know what to do,” she said through gritted teeth.
“Geesh,” Mia’s fiancée Josh commented. “A bit touchy isn’t she.”
The doorbell rang and Josh headed towards the front door. Sophie heard muffled voices and a bark of laughter.
“Great timing, Soph,” Zach said as he stepped into the room, closely followed by his wife, Natasha. “The Christmas Eve service is starting in half an hour.”
An urge to push overwhelmed Sophie and she squeezed Mia’s wrist and reached out for Mark’s hand.
“No pushing, honey. Don’t push. Breathe, keep on breathing.”
If Sophie could’ve, she’d hit him with another glare.
Natasha came closer and sat next to her. “Aiming for your own little Christmas story, are you?”
“Okay, everyone,” Sophie panted. “Forget the paramedics. Get whatever it is you need to deliver a baby.”
Out of the corner of her eye, she noticed helpless stares. “Go!” she screamed as the next urge to push hit her.
“I think I heard something about warm water,” someone said.
“And towels.”
“A blanket.”
When Mark made a move to leave, she held on tight to his hand. “You,” she gasped. “You stay here.”
He nodded. “What do you want me to do?”
“You need to look whether you can see the baby.”
Mark’s eyebrows shot up as he paled.
“Oh, for God’s sake, Mark. Nothing you haven’t seen before.”
“Well,” he stuttered. “They were different circumstances.”
“Get used to these circumstances,” she screamed as another wave of pain hit her.
Mark moved her dress up her legs and took off her panties. “Honey, it’s not the best sight, but … oh my God …”
“What?”
“I can see the head,” he said excitedly. “Holy shit.”
Mia returned with the water, Natasha had some towels in her hands, and Zach gave her a sip of water. In the corner of the room sat Josh, right next to the Christmas tree with the phone in his hand, pale as a block of goat cheese, taking instructions from the doctor.
Over the next fifteen minutes, Sophie pushed, screamed, and ordered everyone around. By the time the paramedics arrived, Sophie held a little baby in her arms, with Mark by her side.
“It seems we’re late,” one of the paramedics said with a smile. He stepped closer and knelt in front of Sophie. “What’s his name?”
“Her name is Natalie.”
“Perfect and so appropriate. Congratulations.”

#MFRWHooks “Fear of what lay ahead.” #amreading #moviepitch #Netflix #travelling

Hi everyone –
I’m sharing another snippet from FRESH BEGINNINGS,
a story this is mainly set in the USA and follows our itinerary
when we travelled through five States in a motorhome a few years ago.
Today’s snippet is in Ivy’s POV.

 Enjoy ♥♥

This week’s Hook …

Yes, she had lost. She had lost her dream to make something out of her life. The dream of a wonderful husband, a house full of children, a house with a small backyard, and a life of happiness. She’d been sick of her mom’s constant struggle to find work and sick of the lack of money — only to find herself in the same situation. This was a bad dream and before it was turning into a nightmare, she had to get out.

On her own.

Ivy leaned forward and kissed him on the cheek. “Bye, Dylan.”

Then she turned, walked out of the trailer, and away from what was supposed to be her dream. She didn’t look back, and she ignored his calls while cursing the lack of a car. She heaved a sigh. The car was another issue. She’d been trying to save for something decent for years, but he’d even found that little stash of money. But she was sure she’d find a ride somewhere. Or use her bit of money for a bus ticket to … somewhere.

Yet, it was only a few yards down the road before the first tears fell on her cheeks. She had no regrets, but a lot of fear. Fear of what lay ahead.

 

Blurb:

Jared Fraser from Hobart, Australia, embarks on a journey in a motorhome down the legendary American Route 66. Yet, his travels take a couple of unexpected turns from his initial plans. One of which is meeting Ivy, a beautiful hitchhiker. As they spend time together, she captivates Jared and stirs long-dormant emotions within him.

Having recently made the difficult decision to leave her boyfriend, Ivy Bennett is determined start over and find her own happiness. When she unexpectedly crosses paths with Jared, their meeting sets off a chain of events that will test them both in unforeseen ways.

While on this journey, can they both find the strength to let go of their pasts and embrace the possibility of a fresh beginning.

Get your copy today!

#SnippetSunday #WeWriWa “Are you sure you’re all right?” #mustread #newrelease #Paramount #AlintaBay

BUT THE HEART DOES was released earlier this month. I’ll be sharing more snippets from Book #5, which I hope you will enjoy All books in the series are available on KU. Book #1 is only 99c ♥

ENJOY ♥

Today’s Snippet

“Did you hear me?”

He shook his head slightly. “Apologies.”

“I said, I hope the local police didn’t upset a retiree by just giving him the traditional gold watch.”

It took a moment for him to comprehend her attempt to humour the situation. A soft chuckle escaped him, as he stood. “There has to be an emergency button.”

Maddie stood as well but was still unsteady and reached for his arm. “Good thinking.” She retrieved her mobile, flipped it open, and pressed a few buttons. “There’s no reception in here. How the hell can we have zero reception in here?”

He raised an eyebrow. “Are you sure you’re all right?”

Blurb

In an unexpected encounter, the lives of Jonah, a rescue diver from New Zealand, and Maddie, a spirited local, collide, forever altering their future.

Trapped together in a hotel lift, sparks fly between them, but Jonah’s past looms, casting a shadow over their fragile connection. Maddie, captivated by Jonah’s charisma, is determined to find him when he mysteriously misses their planned dinner. With a friend’s assistance, her search unveils a chilling discovery – Jonah unconscious on a cliff.

Navigating a sea of emotions, in order to find a future together, will Maddie and Jonah manage the challenges posed by their past secrets and present obstacles?

Get your copy of “THEIR BOND THROUGH JADE” here ♥

#MFRWHooks “A humble house with a small backyard.” #amreading #moviepitch #Netflix #travelling

Hi everyone –
I’m sharing another snippet from FRESH BEGINNINGS,
a story this is mainly set in the USA and follows our itinerary
when we travelled through five States in a motorhome a few years ago.
Today’s snippet is in Ivy’s POV.

 Enjoy ♥♥

This week’s Hook …

She looked up at him and saw him raise a brow. “Bigger things?”

Letting out a big breath, she stood again and continued packing. “Yes, bigger things. A humble house with a small backyard. With flowers of all colours. Planting my own vegetables. Children to love and hug.” She turned and pointed at the tiny bathroom. “Something bigger than this little box.”

He lifted his shoulder in a shrug. “I’ll come with.”

“No, Dylan. This is going to be my journey.”

When he placed his hand on her arm, she slowly met his gaze.

“Honey, we can work on this.”

She exhaled another long breath. “We’ve been working on this for three years now, Dylan. It’s time to concede defeat.”

Concede defeat. She shivered at the phrase. Defeat meant battle. Had her relationship with Dylan been a battle? Was there a winner or a loser?

 

Blurb:

Jared Fraser from Hobart, Australia, embarks on a journey in a motorhome down the legendary American Route 66. Yet, his travels take a couple of unexpected turns from his initial plans. One of which is meeting Ivy, a beautiful hitchhiker. As they spend time together, she captivates Jared and stirs long-dormant emotions within him.

Having recently made the difficult decision to leave her boyfriend, Ivy Bennett is determined start over and find her own happiness. When she unexpectedly crosses paths with Jared, their meeting sets off a chain of events that will test them both in unforeseen ways.

While on this journey, can they both find the strength to let go of their pasts and embrace the possibility of a fresh beginning.

Get your copy today!

#BookTour “Vanished” by @AJStewartWriter @SDBookTours

She’ll risk everything to expose the truth.

Vanished

Circle of the Red Lily
Book 2

by Anna J. Stewart

Genre: Romantic Suspense

She’ll risk everything to expose the truth.

Since her twin sister Sylvie’s disappearance seven years ago, single mother Mabel Reynolds has turned grief into action and become a strong voice for victims of violence and abuse.

When new revelations shed light on what may have happened not only to Sylvie, but dozens of other women, Mabel’s hope for answers is reignited. But the new oh-so-charming DA overseeing the investigation seems more interested in a quick rather than an accurate resolution.

With little faith in the system, Mabel isn’t about to stay quiet, not when she’s finally close to the truth. She’s willing to go up against anyone—even a smug, irritating, attractive DA to get the answers she and other families deserve.

Open and shut.

That’s what Assistant DA Paul Flynn has been told about his new assignment supervising a house of horrors case. With a high-profile conviction at stake, Paul can’t afford to make a wrong move if his professional goals are to be achieved.

But Mabel Reynolds has his attention. All of it. Attraction aside, the woman knows far more than what’s in the official files which makes her something even more intriguing. But using Mabel as an asset means exposing her and her young daughter to even more danger. Danger that is closing in on them from every side. As even darker forces appear, and their lives are threatened, Paul is faced with risking not only his entire career, but also the one thing he never anticipated losing: his heart.

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Exposed
Circle of the Red Lily
Book 2
by Anna J. Stewart
Genre: Romantic Suspense

2023 Finalist for the Daphne du Maurier Award

Working as a Hollywood photographer means Riley Temple has seen it all. But then she finds herself staring at the chilling image of a dead woman. When her questions about the film lead to violence, she reluctantly turns to the only person who can help. Detective Quinn Burton, the police commissioner’s son. Her history with the LAPD is complicated, her trust in authority, tenuous. But to find those responsible and protect those closest to her, she’s willing to do anything. Even trust a cop.

After more than a decade on the job, Quinn knows a dangerous situation when he sees it and Riley Temple is up to her ears in trouble. But not for the reason she thinks. The pictures she’s stumbled on call into a question a notorious murder conviction—one that powerful people have a vested interest in keeping in place. Seeing this case through means betraying someone: his job, his family, or the woman he’s falling in love with.

As old secrets are revealed, Quinn and Riley find themselves targeted by members of a secret society that has long maintained violent control over Hollywood’s powerful elite. A society that, until now, has remained hidden in the shadows. A society that will stop at nothing to keep their secrets buried.

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Anna J Stewart is the USA Today bestselling author of more than fifty sweet to spicy romances. Primarily writing for Harlequin’s Heartwarming (sweet romance) and Romantic Suspense (spicy) lines, she also writes romantic thrillers for Arc Manor’s Caezik Romance. In addition to being a Holt Medallion winner (Bride on the Run), she’s finaled in the Daphne duMaurier Award for Excellence, the National Readers’ Choice and had one of her books optioned as a TV movie. No matter the story, Anna’s books are always about family—the ones we’re born to and the ones we create. Anna lives in Northern California where she loves going to the movies, attending fan conventions, and heading to Disneyland, her favorite place on earth. When she’s not writing, she is usually cooking, baking, binge-watching her newest TV addiction, or re-watching her all-time favorite shows, Supernatural and all things Star Trek. She also spends a frustrating amount of time wrangling two monstrous cats named Rosie and Sherlock.

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