Can you believe it’s Day 15 already? Today’s guest is my friend and critique partner, Nina Croft. Nina lives in Spain, but I think I made her a little nostalgic for England recently when I told her about my visit to her hometown in northern England. She’s sharing a post about English Christmas traditions, and Read More
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Winter Blog Hop, Day 14 – Lynn Crain’s Holiday Magic
Hello all! Today’s guest is my friend Lynn Crain, who’s part of a new anthology of Christmas stories. Holiday Magic is the work of several members of the World Romance Writers. The World Romance Writers wish you joy and love this holiday season with a collection of heartwarming romances filled with Holiday Magic. This anthology features stories, from far Read More
Winter Blog Hop, Day 13 – Julie Jarnagin
It’s Day 13! Today’s guest is USA Today bestselling author of sweet and inspirational romance, Julie Jarnagin. Are you looking for gift ideas for the readers in your life? Julie’s found some fun, unique items for any book lover! Hop over to her website to read all about them. Here’s Julie’s latest release, Engaged by Friday: Read More
Winter Blog Hop, Day 12 – Victorian Cookies
Today’s scheduled guest is unable to be here, so I’m filling in with a Victorian era recipe for Cinnamon Cakes, which are actually cookies. I found it in Eliza Acton’s Modern Cookery, and featured them in Secret Promise. Here’s an excerpt: Zachary was curled up in a chair in the sitting room, reading. “Zachary,” Anna said, “I have Read More
Winter Blog Hop, Day 11 – Singing Silver Bells with Judy Ann Davis
Welcome to Day 11–only two weeks to Christmas! Today’s guest is fellow Wild Rose author Judy Ann Davis. Did you ever wonder how the classic holiday song Silver Bells was created? Visit Judy’s blog and learn the history of this timeless carol.
Winter Blog Hop Day 10 – Lori Sizemore’s Cat-Butt Coasters!
Hello all! Today’s guest is one of my pals from Passionate Critters, Lori Sizemore. Lori’s debut novel, Infamous, releases from The Wild Rose Press on December 14. Happy almost book birthday, Lori! Hop over to Lori’s blog today to learn about some of her favorite things at Christmas time, including Christmas music, handmade gifts (including cat-butt Read More
Winter Blog Hop, Day 9 – Jennifer Shirk and Fruitcake
Happy 9th Day of the Winter Blog Hop, everyone! Today’s guest is my friend Jennifer Shirk. Jennifer has a Bachelor’s degree in pharmacy-which has in NO WAY at all helped her with her writing career. But she likes to point it out, since it shows romantic-at-hearts come in all shapes, sizes, and mind-numbing educations. She Read More
Winter Blog Hop, Day 8 – Miranda Liasson and a Giveaway!
On deck today is my NEORWA sister, the all-around wonderful Miranda Liasson. Hop on over to her blog for some thoughts on why we love Christmas movies, but first, take a look at her brand new release, Can’t Stop Loving You! And stop by Book Partners in Crime for a chance to win a $25 Amazon gift Read More
Winter Blog Hop, Day 7 – Love’s in the Cards with Becky Lower, & a Giveaway!
Becky Lower visits again today with a post about where she got the idea for her new Christmas novella, Love’s in the Cards, which releases today from The Wild Rose Press. Happy book birthday, Becky! Scroll down to the bottom for a special giveaway from me and Becky. People often ask writers where they get Read More
Winter Blog Hop, Day 6 – Landra Graf & a Giveaway
Today’s post comes to you from author Landra Graf, one of my talented critique partners at Passionate Critters. Comment below on your favorite Christmas tradition for a chance to win a $10 Amazon gift card and an ebook from Landra! Christmas Traditions Christmas is one of those things as a child you grow up being Read More