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First Coast Romance Writers Annual Retreat
The First Coast Romance Writers retreat was fabulous!! Located in a St. Augustine beach house, we gathered for a day long discussion on writing, marketing and publishing! A wonderful learning experience with great friends, as…
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Rain or Shine, Its Perfect Weather to Read a Favorite Author
So many Ilona Andrews books so little time! Having read and adored their Kate Daniels, InnKeeper, and Hidden Legacy series, I dove into On The Edge over Labor Day weekend. Everything Ilona writes is magic,…
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Liz Danger Series: Romance Book Recommendation
I finished the Liz Danger series by Jennifer Crusie and Bob Mayer, and once again, this dynamic duo doesn’t disappoint! If you enjoy witty banter and small town romance with a side dish of murder,…
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Subscribe to Judge The National Excellence in Romance Covers Contest
Do you love reading romance novels? Sign up for the “Reader & Author Gazette” and help us judge The National Excellence in Romance Covers Contest! As a subscriber to the Gazette, you’ll receive monthly articles written by…
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Book Recommendation: The Chemist, By Stephenie Meyer
Reading The Chemist by Stephenie Meyer was long overdue. Part of me is thrilled that I waited so long because after so many years of being a fan, I actually got to enjoy a new…
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Cover Reveal: Exclusive for Enewsletter Subscribers
Last chance! Sign up for my enewsletter this weekend, and on Sept. 4, you’ll receive an exclusive sneak peek of my cover for Brewing Tricks Before Treats (Witchy Business, 9)… which releases this October!
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Jax Book Fest Featured Author: Saturday, Sept. 21, 9am-4pm
Want to support local authors and the public library? Join me for Jax Book Fest on Saturday, Sept. 21, 9am-4pm, at the Jacksonville Public Library, 303 N. Laura St., Jacksonville, FL! I’m thrilled to announce…
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The Joy of Writing Alien Heroes: Sight Beyond the Sun
Writing alien heroes falling in love with human heroines is so much fun, especially in the scenes where they discover something new about one another—something that might seem mundane to us (as humans) but becomes…
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Subscribe To Enewsletter for an Exclusive Cover Reveal on Sept. 4!
Sign up for my enewsletter this week, and on Sept. 4, you’ll receive an exclusive sneak peek of my cover for Brewing Tricks Before Treats (Witchy Business, 9)… which releases this October!
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White Rose Books & More Spicy Saturday Signing = Fabulous
Today’s Spicy Saturday Signing at White Rose books & more was fabulous! Thank you to the lovely Erin Decker for inviting me, and Kate Moseman, Heather Garvin, T.A. Reilly, and Mary Dublin, my fellow authors,…
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Spicy Saturday Signing: Aug. 24, 12-2pm at White Rose Books & More
The Spicy Saturday Signing is THIS WEEKEND! Join me, Kate Moseman, Heather Garvin, T.A. Reilly, and Mary Dublin 12-2pm at White Rose Books & More in Kissimmee, FL. The event is free, but books must…
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Diving Deep into My TBR Pile: The Chemist by Stephenie Meyer
Stephenie Meyer was a huge inspiration to me growing up as a young writer. I was a devoted Twilight fan (Team Edward!), and The Host was my first alien scifi romance which made me fall…
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Spelled For Survivor: FREE Story in Best Beachside Reads
Calling all readers! It’s not too late to download FREE books from the annual Best Beachside Reads collection!! Several bestselling Coastal Magic Convention authors have teamed up to offer a delightful selection of FREE short…
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The Love of a Good Monster | Eternal Reign, Night Blood 3
What makes paranormal romance so addictive (in my opinion) is the thought that the monster, the very creature that would maim and rampage everything and everyone else, is on your side, fighting for you: “I’d…
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Diving Head Over Heels into a Favorite Book!
Don’t let those blue skies fool you. Half an hour after this photo was taken, I was rained off the beach!! A very distressing beach day, but what wasn’t distressing was diving head over heels…
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Join Me for a Spicy Saturday Book Signing Aug. 24!
I’m thrilled to announce that I’ll be a signing author at White Rose books & more in Kissimmee, FL, for their Spicy Saturday Signing on Aug. 24, 12-2pm! In addition to myself, authors include Kate…
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Paranormal Romance: Writing Magic to Reflect Life & Love
Writing paranormal romance is especially fun because it gives me the opportunity to use elements like magic to reflect problems in real life. I loved doing this in my story, Ghostly Intentions. The hero, Colton,…
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National Excellence in Romance Covers Contest Now Open For Entries!
I’m so excited to enter the cover of Sight Beyond the Sun created by Trif Book Design into the First Coast Romance Writers (FCRW) inaugural National Excellence in Romance Covers Contest! For only $10 per…
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Mischief the Cat Contributes to Creative & Prolific Writing
Mischief, the friendly neighborhood kitty, has been my writing buddy this summer, distracting me with his meowing, providing joy with his sweet presence, and helping me focus while he naps. I wrote and edited my…
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Author Shoutout to Ruby Dixon: Breaking Glass Ceilings
Author shoutout to Ruby Dixon! She is such an inspiration, and I love her author journey. Alien romance is still such a niche market, and not many traditional publishers have “risked” investing in the genre.…
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Book Recommendation: Rest in Pink by Jennifer Crusie & Bob Mayer
I’m loving book 2 in the Liz Danger series, Rest in Pink, along with the sand, surf and sunshine! There’s nothing like enjoying a favorite author in your favorite place. And this book is especially…
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Sago Palm Saga Update: Resurrection & a Pup
My Sago Palm Saga continues! The bush on the east end of my house looked completely dead even after having given birth to a pup this spring. But I returned from PA to new growth!…
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From the Pet’s POV | Beyond the Next Star Reading
One of the many joys I experienced while writing Beyond the Next Star was depicting the bond between pet and owner. In my novel, normal, seemingly uneventful interactions become hilarious, awkward, and even frightening from…
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Sight Beyond the Sun | Part 2 Book Reading
Sometimes it’s the smallest gestures that have the biggest impact: “Breathe, he thought at her, because he could tell by the strain in her corded neck that she wasn’t. With the live display projectors capturing…
Author Melody Johnson 