Coffee With New York Times & USA Today Bestselling Author Samantha Chase, Shaughnessy and Manager Mick Tyler

Coffee With New York Times & USA Today Bestselling Author Samantha Chase, Shaughnessy and Manager Mick Tyler

FB Promo Post CW SCS 3 29  300x251 Coffee With New York Times & USA Today Bestselling Author Samantha Chase, Shaughnessy and Manager Mick TylerRae: Welcome back Samantha Chase to the blog. With spring on the horizon I have an Almond Caramel Coconut Milk Latte with drizzles of caramel and white chocolate in my mug.  In honor of  your book release my barista baked up a batch of peanut butter blondies and chocolate covered strawberries. What is in your cuppa?

Samantha: I am a very boring drinker and it is straight up hot cocoa for me!

Rae: Cocoa sounds yummy! I find that reading is best when I have a beverage and a snack, what do you need to have for yourself when you are settling in to read?

Samantha: Normally I’m reading in bed and snacking and drinking there is a big fat no-no. However…if I’m feeling sassy and in the mood for a mid-day read, I am all about some cookies. Wegman’s has these double chocolate ones called Chocolate Indulgence and let me tell you, I am HERE for them. They are the perfect snack when I’m reading.

Rae: Ok, those really do sound delish. I’ll have to look for them the next time I’m at Wegmans. In a few words, can you describe the type of books you write?

Samantha: Okay… I write contemporary romances that are hotter than sweet, sweeter than hot. That’s my tagline. But people still mistake that to mean that I write clean or sweet, and that’s not exactly true. There is definitely some steam on the page, but we fade to black for the good stuff 😉

Rae: Samantha is here to dish all things Shaughnessy as we celebrate the release of One More Chance which hit shelves yesterday. While writing One More Chance what songs were on your playlist?

Samantha: Thanks for having me on the blog! So…this series was greatly inspired by the music of Bon Jovi and I went back there for Mick’s book, as well. The song that really was a standout for Mick and Sienna was “Bed of Roses”, but I do have an entire Band on the Run playlist on Spotify.

51cL2orNHPL 200x300 Coffee With New York Times & USA Today Bestselling Author Samantha Chase, Shaughnessy and Manager Mick TylerRae: Great song list, readers click on that link. How much research and travel was involved before crafting Mick’s story?
Samantha: I didn’t do any traveling while writing, but I did a lot of research and some of the places I had been to in the past and drew from my own experience. I was born and raised on Long Island and spent a lot of time in Manhattan so to have the story kickoff there was me just using the familiar. When they went to Memphis, I had to do the research because I’ve never been – but it’s on my bucket list! Vegas, L.A., San Francisco are all cities I’ve traveled to, as well.

Rae: Will there be more books for The Shaughnessy’s or Band on the Run? I feel like there could be another epilogue or novella somewhere down the line, maybe Christmas time?
Samantha: So…if it were up to me, there would be more books. I actually introduce two potential stories in this book, but I won’t write them unless there is a huge demand for them. As vocal as fans of this series were about wanting Mick’s story, preorders weren’t great so I’m not sure how release week is going to play out. As for a bonus epilogue, the special edition paperback (which will be available in a few weeks) will have one.

20221129 163336 300x225 Coffee With New York Times & USA Today Bestselling Author Samantha Chase, Shaughnessy and Manager Mick TylerRae: You recently shared that you got the rights back to many of your books and recently re-published thirty-two books. Wow, thirty-two. What was your process to make sure all the details were managed? Did you have to create new book covers, what was that process like? 
Samantha: I think I still have PTSD from the experience! LOL! I kind of thrive on chaos. I got the rights back the week before Christmas so…that meant nothing was going to get done until the first of the year. I didn’t get clean files back so every single book had to be re-edited, re-formatted from PDF to a Word doc, re-proofed, new covers…it was just all SO much. On top of that, I had a new release schedule in place for 2022 that I needed to stick to. It literally took a village to get it all done. I had three people for each step that needed to be done – except the covers. I have one cover artist and she was AMAZING. And while it was fun to design new covers, it was a lot of work. I had a giant dry erase board in my office that kept me on task.

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Samantha: Most of the books just got minor edits – things that my previous publisher missed, but I did add content to two of the Montgomery Brothers books – WAIT FOR ME and TRUST IN ME – because they were shorter and I just felt like they needed a little more. Everything else I had to just let go otherwise these books never would have gotten back up on retail sites.

Rae: In the midst of all that re-publishing, you were writing new books as well. Was there one story during this process where the characters decided they had a different story to tell and took you on a different path than the one you envisioned?
Kiss the Girl 188x300 Coffee With New York Times & USA Today Bestselling Author Samantha Chase, Shaughnessy and Manager Mick TylerSamantha: Since I’m not big on plotting/planning my books, most times I’m surprised where my characters go. Lol! It makes writing so much fun when you don’t put yourself in a box and try to force the characters to behave a certain way. However…my father passed away in February last year (completely unexpected) and we hadn’t spoken in several years. We did get to have those last two weeks of his life to make our peace with one another and I was the only one in the room with him when he died. A month later, I started writing KISS THE GIRL (Magnolia Sound’s final book). I always knew that book was going to deal with a character’s death. I knew that from the moment I started writing the series. I just didn’t realize how much that character’s death and his relationship with his children was going to mirror my own relationship with my dad. So it was a VERY emotional journey and very cathartic for me because I got to say a lot of things in the book, that I never got to say with my dad.

Rae: What was it like to sit down and write Micks story? This story, it was one that I have been waiting for and it was amazing.
Samantha: Years ago – when the original series ended – I really thought I was good with ending it at three books. Readers asked for Mick’s book, and I just sort of figured it would be a bonus, short story somewhere down the road. Last year I was part of a small town promo group and I wrote a short version of this book – it was only 20K words. Well, after readers read it, they wanted a more fleshed-out story so the 20K book got expanded to 72K words! And I was really glad that I did because we got to really dig deep into what was motivating Mick and Sienna to finally take this chance at this point in their lives. Mick’s in his mid-40s and Sienna’s only a few years younger. Love doesn’t only happen in your 20s 😊

Rae: So true! Without spoiling too much, you sprinkled a few beloved characters in a unique and clever way. What made you decide to blend both worlds and revisit the gang?
Samantha: Back when the Band on the Run series was released, I don’t feel my publisher did a good job of promoting that it was a spin-off of The Shaughnessy Brothers series. They gave the covers a completely different look and it wasn’t until the series was over that someone was like, “Oh, should we have put that on the cover?” If ever you want to do a blog on what NOT to do when working with a publisher, I’ll gladly contribute.

Anyway, being that I could do anything I wanted with this story, I wanted to give readers a chance to get updates on as many past characters as I could. And if they are just now finding this series with ONE MORE CHANCE, they can know that there are ten other books for them to read! Lol! The Shaughnessys were such a great family, and the band wouldn’t be here without them, so it just seemed right to check in with them all.

Rae: Speaking of the guys, they have been patiently waiting, should we bring them in?
Samantha: ABSOLUTELY!!!

51hTp8WfRdL. SY346  199x300 Coffee With New York Times & USA Today Bestselling Author Samantha Chase, Shaughnessy and Manager Mick TylerRae: Welcome back Riley Shaughnessy, it has been a while since you were here. The last time you were here was back in 2017 and 2016 when your siblings were kind enough to join you. (Readers you can check out those here …   Coffee With the Shaughnessy’s Holiday Spice (2017),                      Samantha Chase Blitz Day 2: Coffee With the Shaughnessy Brothers (December 2016), and Samantha Chase Blitz – Day 2: Coffee With Samantha Chase and The Shaughnessy Family (June 2016))                               I hope they are all doing well. I am thrilled the Shaughnessy gang’s all here. Matt Reed, Dylan Anders, Julian Grayson and Agent and Manager Mick Tyler, thank you for being here. Welcome.

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I hope everyone had a chance to grab a cuppa at the bar, my barista told me he crafted a few new drinks in your honor. I like to start with a little bit of trivia questions … think of it as an opening act, Mick these questions are for you too.

Rae: You created a spotify playlist – Who are you listening to?
Mick: Thanks for having us here, Rae! If I’m looking for comfort, I tend to listen to something a little softer. And not just ballads, I really enjoy listening to soft jazz or even the old crooners like Sinatra. If I’m on the road, my list is primarily acts that I’m considering representing or I’ll choose whoever is popular right now to get a feel for what fans are looking for. And when we’re all together and hanging out, I like listening to the groups I represent – and primarily, Shaughnessy. (Winks)

Rae: What is the one app on your phone that gets used the most?
Mick: Instagram. Gotta make sure my clients are getting seen!

Rae: Home cooked or Door Dash?
Mick: I do enjoy when Sienna and I sit down to something we cooked together, but we’re both so busy that we use Door Dash more often than not.

Rae: Salty or sweet?
Mick: Oh, definitely sweet!

Rae: Book, Audiobook, or Podcast? Last one you read or listened to?
Mick: At night, Sienna and I love to read while we’re in bed and both tend to gravitate toward ebooks. When we travel – especially in the car – we sometimes pop in an audiobook, but primarily enjoy listening to Podcasts. The last one I listened to was Bandsplain which essentially is like a very polished version of those wee-hours conversations you have with your best music buddies. Definitely a good listen.

Rae: How often do you meet up, as a band – in the studio, just hanging out, or on the road? When you meet up is it easy for the wives to join- I hear they are friends as well?
Riley: My family and Dylan’s are still primarily set in L.A. so we get together fairly often.
Matt: Vivienne and I are east coasters all the way, but we go out to L.A. probably every three months or so for the sole purpose of getting together to jam or record.
Julian: Yeah, Charlotte and I made the move to the east coast and we spend most of our time there unless there’s something going on with the band.
Dylan: Paige and I are the last holdouts on getting a vacation home on the east coast. (laughs) And because these guys all have houses, we just crash with one of them!
Riley: We’re contemplating having to get a bigger place with a guest house just for Dylan and Paige…
Dylan: It’s not like we’re there that often, dude…
Julian: He can practically claim you as a dependent.
Mick: Alright, everybody play nice!
Riley: As for our wives, they are the best of friends and are thrilled to have Sienna as part of their group. We’re all fairly blessed that everyone gets along and genuinely likes each other.
Dylan: It’s true. We’ve only done one major tour in the last several years and it was a true family affair – wives, kids, and dogs!
Mick: Do not even get me started on the dogs…
Julian: Normally, I’d prefer to stay at a house – Airbnb or something instead of a hotel just for the sake of the dogs – but when you’re only staying for a night or two, it’s just not as practical.

Rae: What are the chances we might see Shaughnessy on tour or in the studio this year?
Riley: We’re currently in the studio right now and trying to get the last few songs done on this album.
Matt: I’m the reason we’re rushing. Vivienne’s pregnant and as much as she doesn’t mind being away from home, I think right now she’d prefer it.
Dylan: I think we’re all…I don’t want to say rushing, but we understand. We worked out a lot of the stuff before getting into the studio, so things are moving at a good pace.
Julian: We’ve been doing this together for so long, and we talk to each other so often, that it feels more like we’re putting the finishing touches on it all once we hit the studio. We each have studio space in our homes, so even when we’re not together, we’re working on the music in our own spaces. Vivienne will be sleeping in her own bed in no time.

Rae: Do your kids know how famous you all are? 
Riley: My kids know it, and our oldest daughter – Aislynn – tries to use it to her advantage at school! Last week Savannah and I got called in because she tried to bargain with her Science teacher…she wanted to give him tickets to the next Shaughnessy show if she didn’t have to dissect a frog!
Mick: (laughing) I love that kid.
Dylan: Dude, that’s brilliant! But I’ll probably aske someone else to babysit next time we’re in town. I can’t have her giving my boys any ideas.
Julian: Our kids are still a little too young to fully understand it, but we really try to downplay it at home. We just want to live a normal life.
Matt: This is going to be our first baby, and I haven’t mentioned it. (wink)
Dylan: I started telling my boys as soon as they were born! Bedtime stories were all about the band and places we’d toured.
Riley: Dude, seriously?
Dylan: What? It’s not like I was talking about groupies or anything…
Julian: Does Paige know? I’ll bet you like a thousand dollars that she has no idea those were the bedtime stories!
Dylan: NEXT QUESTION!!

Rae: I love watching the evolution of bands as they transition from wild days of dating to finding their person and settling down, some might even say driving a minivan too? Do you think any of your children might dip their toes in the music industry? Would you be ok with that?
Julian: I wouldn’t say I’d forbid it, but…I certainly wouldn’t encourage it. This business is hard and it not always a safe space, you know?
Matt: (sighs loudly) For the love of it, you can’t still be this uptight.
Julian: (shrugging) I can be whoever the hell I want. But if either of our kids showed an interest on their own – with no prompting from me or Charlotte – I’d be sure to be there to guide them.
Riley: I think we’d all want to be there for our kids – especially in this industry. Not that I want to get into the whole Nepo Baby debate, but if other people saw that they had talent, I’d want to encourage them.
Matt: Whatever they want to do, I’ll encourage.

Rae: If you could take time off, switch gears for a bit, where would you be and what would you be doing?
Julian: I’d love to rent a place that is quiet and where we could just sort of go unnoticed. There’s a small town in England that I stayed in years ago that I always promised Charlotte I’d take her to. So…
Riley: One of my brother Hugh’s resorts. Hands down. I don’t even think I care which one, just…go and relax and drink some fantastic wine and eat some amazing food.
Matt: Vivienne’s folks live in Paris and we’ve gone there to visit multiple times, but I think I’d love to go and see them and then go on to Italy and just walk around and see the sites and eat the food. Viv used to be a food blogger so I think she’d love that too. So much of our time is spent doing stuff related to my job, that I’d love to do something that I know was just for her.
Dylan: Aww…
Matt: Shut up. What would you do?
Dylan: Time off and not doing anything music related? I’d love to be sitting on the beach somewhere tropical and maybe doing some fishing. I’d love to teach the boys how to do it – catch out own dinners, clean the fish…I think that would be a blast!
Mick: Until Paige had to come and clean fish guts off of everyone, right?
Dylan: Well…maybe.

Rae: Mick, what is it like knowing this band is stronger than ever in light of the obstacles along the way? I know you went above and beyond to support them through some rather tough times.
Mick: The five of us have been through…everything together. I don’t look at Riley, Julian, Matt, and Dylan as clients. They’re family. And you do whatever it takes to make sure you’re family is happy and healthy. I look at these guys now and it still blows my mind how far we’ve come. And the thing is, it’s not all one-sided. These guys have been there for me, as well.
Riley: We’re brothers.
Matt: Definitely.
Julian: Absolutely.
Dylan: There isn’t anything we wouldn’t do for each other.

Rae: Without divulging the identity of anyone, what is the craziest request you ever had for a client – on tour or just in general?
Mick: Oh, good Lord…sometimes it amazes me what people ask for. The craziest was a certain diva who insisted that her entire dressing room be done in hot pink silk and chandeliers, along with a seafood bar with enough food to feed a dozen people at every stop. She never shared the food with anyone except her boyfriend and her mother, and most of the food got thrown out.
There was another request that was…unusual. A client – whenever we toured down in Australia or New Zealand – insisted that he have a day with no responsibilities so he could have the time with…penguins. (Nods) He loved spending time with them in their native environments and…
Dylan: TWICE! I asked to do it TWICE! Geez!
(Everyone laughs hysterically)

Rae: Mick – Did you ever think of walking away from all of this or focusing on less talent? It seems like with Shaughnessy it’s more than just being their agent and manager, what do you attribute that to? Were there any moments in the past you thought they may not make it as a group?
Mick: I knew from the moment Riley Shaughnessy walked up on the stage in that dive bar that he was going to be a star. All of them. I spent almost a year combing the clubs in Hollywood and every night I’d leave disgusted. The night I saw these guys? It was obvious immediately that they had talent. They were the first band I signed and they are the gold standard that I held other acts to for a long time. Then I had to remind myself that different acts bring different…magic, you can say, to their music.
I’ve dealt with smaller acts and bands/singers who weren’t nearly as talented as I wanted them to be. Some were one-hit wonders, some lasted a little longer, but I have always believed in doing what I can to nurture the talent. Does it always pay off? No. But if I see even a small spark of something, I’m willing to give them a try.
But back to these guys…like I said, I just knew from the moment I saw them that they were different. I feel like we all kind of grew up together – we learned this business together – and we navigated it all together. I made mistakes and they forgave me, they made mistakes, and I did the same. We all genuinely like and respect each other. But…like any family, sometimes we fight and say or do things we shouldn’t. At the end of the day, though, we talk it out.
Riley: Mick’s the king of tough love. We all hate it when it’s focused on us, but ultimately, I think I can speak for all of us when I say that once we calm down, we know he’d never do anything to hurt us. There’s a trust there that…I don’t know…it was just there from day one.

Rae: Riley, after sitting here and talking with you guys I can see how much you genuinely care for each other. It’s why fans are so enamored and devoted, you guys are the real deal.

Ok, Mick, this one’s for you… If you had the opportunity to have dinner with one person, past or present who would it be and why?
Mick: Ooo…I feel like I should say something music related like Brian Epstein – who managed the Beatles. But I don’t know if it would be to learn from him or to maybe brag about how well I’ve done for myself. (laughs) My whole life has been about this path – this industry – and I’ve had the opportunity to sit and eat with a lot of my idols. But if I had to pick one, I’d really love for it to be the late Freddie Mercury. That voice…I still get chills.

Rae: Mick, I’ve asked so many people that question and I don’t think I’ve ever had the same answer. That sounds like it would be a fabulous dinner!

Before we go, for all of those young music dreamers out there, what is one piece of advice you could give them that you wish you had received when you first started in this business all those years ago?
Mick: Persevere. It doesn’t happen overnight. Don’t sell yourself short and listen to the critics with a grain of salt. Not everyone has your back.
Riley: Definitely persevere, and remember to always be good to the fans. They’re the reason you have a career. Don’t screw it up by being a jerk to them.
Matt: Know your limitations. We’re all not going to be Jagger, Jackson, or Mercury, and that’s okay. Go out there and be the best at what you do and don’t ever think you don’t have to keep honing your craft.
Dylan: Know who your real friends are. There are people out there who will just want to ride your coattails and don’t care about who you really are. Keep your circle small.
Julian: This is a business first and foremost. Sure it’s fun to get up on stage and have people cheering and singing along, but it’s not just a big party. Know what you’re signing, be wise with your money, and have a plan for when it’s all over.
Dylan: Geez…that was depressing.
Julian: I just said it’s not just a big party…
Dylan: Yeah, I know but you made it sound just…ugh.
Matt: Dude, are you just meeting Julian? That’s how he talks all the time!
Riley: Bottom line? Yes, Julian sounds like Eyeore, but he’s right.
Mick: It is like herding cats with these guys, but it’s never boring!

Rae: Samantha thanks again. If fans are looking to find you this year, where can they catch up with you?
Samantha: Thank YOU!! This was a blast!! Readers, you can find me primarily on FB and IG, but here are all my links!!

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Dirty D-Man by Mira Lynn Kelly

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Dirty D-Man by Mira Lyn Kelly is a trope packed hockey romance that is flirty and exciting. A forced proximity with a slow burn over ten years in the making and sexy banter that easily keeps you curious what will happen next. The infusion of text embedded in the dialogue enhanced the fun and steamy banter and made the build up to the moment where they risk it all, sizzle.

As long as Grant Bowie can remember his desire for Piper Boerboom, his best friends sister, has consumed him. Through it all, he’s watched her through relationships and life events, but never admitted to anyone how he felt, there was too much to lose. When Grant agrees to help Piper he has no idea it involves crashing at his apartment leaving one door that separates him from temptation and all consuming thoughts.  A desire for Piper so strong that it renders him unable to finish sentences with leave him with periodic brain fog. Will he finally find the courage to tell her how he feels? If he does, he might discover he isn’t the only one struggling with conflicting feelings. Piper has a secret that could change their friendship and bring them closer, will they be able to handle what happens next?

While this is part of a series it is a perfect standalone hockey romance both on and off the ice, with players that are family and interconnect between books for added enjoyment, dive in today. Grant and Piper will need to navigate nosy teammates, a protective brother, lingering doubts from the rumor mill, and a plot twist that could derail them before they even have a chance to figure this all out. Maybe, just maybe they have a chance at something greater than a fleeting moment.4 Flames 2023 300x300 Dirty D Man by Mira Lynn Kelly

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One More Chance by New York Times and USA Today Bestselling Author Samantha Chase

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51cL2orNHPL 200x300 One More Chance by New York Times and USA Today Bestselling Author Samantha ChaseOne More Chance by Samantha Chase is the fourth book in the Band on the Run Series and exceeded my expectations. This second chance, age gap romance is a love story that was decades in the making for these characters and proves love can happen at any age. It’s time to meet the man behind the legend Shaughnessy, a man who has a story to tell and it’s finally his turn.

When Mick Tyler set out to build his career he wanted to share it all with Sienna Ashley, but she was young, and had her life ahead of her. Fear she’d never truly live her life and chase her dreams, he let Sienna go. What happens when he realizes that she’d be his only regret, and perhaps why he never settled down or gave his heart to anyone? To see Mick realize he still desires Sienna and might never be with her, this just tore at my heart. A man who gives and does whatever is necessary so others can achieve their dreams is his job. For a man who can have anything he desires, he’s discovered there is one thing he can’t get. The one who got away. .

Sienna Ashley is a strong, smart, and focused scientist who hasn’t really gotten over her first love. A conversation with a friend about how they should focus less on work and experience an adventure every now and then, to live life with no regrets. One casual dinner with her brother will reunite her with the only man she ever desired and give her an opportunity to talk about the past. When dinner brings up old feelings, will she allow herself to be vulnerable again and open her heart to him one more time? An encouraging voice and leap of faith is all she needs.

Can a crazy idea to spend two weeks together over dinner be the beginning of a new chapter between them, or will it give them closure to a lingering thought all these years? Ready for the challenge with a phone, a list, and no restrictions Mick will rise to the occasion in his determination to satisfy and execute this adventure. Hold onto your travel bags and get ready ready for an epic vacation. Will they both seize this opportunity to express their feelings? Or, will they unintentionally push the other away, for good? It’s time to take a little advice and make time for themselves, live fully with no regrets each day because you don’t know how much time you have to live. Embrace each minute.

2 Flames 300x300 One More Chance by New York Times and USA Today Bestselling Author Samantha ChaseSamantha Chase writes sinfully sweet, hotter than sweet with bedroom romances that tingles in all the right places, and has a dash of spice to satisfy that slightly spicy craving. I loved the tension and build up of expectation for their second “first kiss” and the passion that is just …. yup, we are rooting for them to find their happy ever after.

A refreshing romance with characters that are not in their twenties, who have achieved success in their careers, and are still searching for the one to share it all with. I could talk about this book for hours but you all know how I feel about spoilers. So, when you finish reading One More Chance, please message me so we can chat in more detail. I’ll leave you with the following, I think my new favorite color is red ;). Dedicated readers of The Shaughnessy series will really love this book ;). I received an advance reader copy from Valentine PR and Samantha Chase for a fair and honest review. Ok, now go read this book!

Be sure to stop by tomorrow on the blog and join us for Coffee With when New York Times and USA Today Bestselling Author Samantha Chase, Shaughnessy, and Mick Tyler will be joining me. You don’t want to miss this!

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Samantha Chase is a New York Times and USA Today bestseller of contemporary romance that’s hotter than sweet, sweeter than hot.  She released her debut novel in 2011 and currently has more than eighty titles under her belt – including THE CHRISTMAS COTTAGE which was a Hallmark Christmas movie in 2017!  She’s a Disney enthusiast who still happily listens to 80’s rock. When she’s not working on a new story, she spends her time reading romances, playing way too many games of Solitaire on Facebook, wearing a tiara while playing with her sassy pug Maylene…oh, and spending time with her husband of 32 years and their two sons in Wake Forest, North Carolina.

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What Happens in the Ballroom by New York Times Bestselling Author Sabrina Jefferies

What Happens in the Ballroom by New York Times Bestselling Author Sabrina Jefferies

cover273915 medium 182x300 What Happens in the Ballroom by New York Times Bestselling Author Sabrina JefferiesWhat Happens in the Ballroom (Designing Debutants, Book 2) by New York Times Bestselling Author Sabrina Jeffries is a friends to lovers, best friend’s widow, secret courtship romance with a bit of spice and a plot arc that had a nice and steady pace balanced with humor, passion, and unexpected twists. If you’re like me arriving late to the ballroom and not read the first book, have no fears, this was enjoyable as a standalone.

Nathaniel “Nat” Stanton, the Earl of Foxstead has returned home from the war accompanying a young widow and her son, in hopes to secure her a suitable husband per her dying father’s wish. Eliza is also the widow of a soldier, something to hopefully help ease the ward in Nat’s care. If his plan is successful, the truth regarding the widow or her son may never need to be revealed avoiding further harm. What will happen when Nat develops feelings towards Eliza and he is unable to deny them?

Accusations regarding his feelings towards the young widow are just one of many complications that develop. This story just gets better with each page turned watching the attraction and desire slowly burn hot. If they can sort out and resolve possible deception, secrets, and a percolating scandal, they might be able to move beyond a friendship. Discretion, secrecy, trust, and the truth will set them all free, but who will take a leap of faith first?

I enjoyed the journey of Nat and Eliza as a friendship evolves into something deeper, with unexpected twists and turns. With still so many unanswered questions, they both will need to find the courage to express their desires and prepare for whatever truths are revealed. If Eliza has no desire to ever marry again, is there even a possibility of a future with Nat?

The suspense, my poor heart. How long will it take Eliza to realize that marriage is not always a prison sentence with a husband who lacks passion and affection. In a good love match, one can find pleasure both in and out of the bedroom for a fulfilling and happy marriage with the right partner. Secrets that fester usually destroy relationships, especially when they are kept with the best of intentions. Let’s hope Eliza and Nat have enough time to find the answers and resolve their concerns before time runs out. 3 Flames 2023 300x300 What Happens in the Ballroom by New York Times Bestselling Author Sabrina Jefferies

After reading this don’t be surprised if you find the urge to go on a carriage ride, take a walk in a garden, or go antique shopping for a few sitting room chairs. I love the bond between the sisters and their support of Eliza figuring out what she desires, even if her journey is a tad unconventional. The chemistry between Eliza and Nat is palpable, the tension is H-O-T, and a first kiss that leaves our heroine Eliza wondering if she really would be satisfied not marrying again. This is best enjoyed with your favorite iced-beverage, a cozy chair, and maybe a fan. Characters comfortably express their desire with kissing and passionate exploration. If you’re looking for a medium level of heat, this should be a satisfying read.

While this is part of a series it is enjoyable as a standalone read so go grab a copy today. I received an advance reader copy from Sabrina Jeffries and Authors Umbrella for an honest and fair review.

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A Midsummer Night’s Scheme by Harper Kincaid

A Midsummer Night’s Scheme by Harper Kincaid

AMidsummerNightsScheme 194x300 A Midsummer Nights Scheme by Harper KincaidA Midsummer Night’s Scheme, the second installment in Harper Kincaid’s Bookbinder series is a compelling, addictive, and delicious cozy mystery that hooked me from the very first page. Quinn Victoria Caine finds herself entwined in another murder, and this one is a level up from the last. A horrific way to die (and one that makes me shudder) especially when it happens in the middle of a crowded street. With a town on edge, no one is safe. Can Quinn help solve the crime before anyone else becomes a victim?

Once again Sister Daria, Detective Aiden Harrington, their friends, and family are back for more fun and adventure. These familiar folk weave in and out as Quinn avoids mischief while sleuthing to help solve the murder of Chad Frivole. By the looks of the crowd as the scene unfolds a few might have a reason for seeking revenge, but this death seems a bit personal. Every sleuth needs a trusty sidekick and RBG—‘Ruff Barker’ Ginsburg, her German Shephard is back too, as well as a few new non-human surprises.  In addition to all the local residents who make Vienna so charming, there are a handful of new faces the jury is still out on, do we love or hate ’em ;)? The character arcs are proficient and well crafted, the Shakespearean epigraphs allow fluidity from chapter to chapter adding a welcomed layer of insight and dimension to this story.

Harper Kincaid was born to write cozy mystery and I love how she takes us on a journey connecting the relatable issues of religious differences, relationships, pop nostalgia, and family expectations in a clever way, and how those impact each character while trying to solve yet another murder. There is plenty of wit, charm, and banter embedded in the layers of wild twists and turns in the plot until the very last page.

1 Flame 300x300 A Midsummer Nights Scheme by Harper KincaidFor those readers who are new to cozy mystery please note that the sex scenes, swear words, and violent gore is off the page. What about the romance stuff? There is often a light a romantic element, and if you’re lucky those characters might hold hands on the page or perhaps a quick soft kiss that you might miss if you blink. What will happen to Quinn, the city of Vienna and the rest of those characters the we are fond of? Harper Kincaid keeps you on the edge of your seat as we try to figure out who did the crime, and who finds their happy-ever-after or happy-for-now along the way. Afterall, what would a cozy mystery be without finding someone to share this adventure with? I am excited to read more about the mishap in Vienna, Virginia and can’t wait to see who the next victim is, careful… it might be someone you know ;).

While this is the second installment in the Bookbinder series, it can be read as a standalone. However, I recommend reading this in order so you can fully enjoy the characters and the town of Vienna. Whichever book(s) you decide to dive into, they each have their own unique charm and include recipes to make some of the dishes that are mentioned in the stories. I can’t wait to hear which one(s) you make.

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Coffee With Debut Author Erin Langston

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Compressed Erin CW 300x300 Coffee With Debut Author Erin LangstonRae: Welcome to the blog. I’ve got a Latte with Almond Coconut Milk and a drizzle of chocolate and caramel in my mug. What’s in your cuppa?

Erin: I’m sadly very predictable with my morning beverage of choice: coffee with an obscene amount of milk. 

Rae: Congratulations on your debut novel Forever Your Rogue. I have to know, did you have any input in designing the cover? Those colors are stunning 🙂 While I will select books to read based on the book cover or snippets about an upcoming release, I’m a book cover lover so this was a must read on all accounts. 

Erin: I have to give a huge shoutout to my cover designer, Erin Dameron-Hill. I indie published Forever Your Rogue, so I was able to have a lot of input on the cover,Forever Your Rogue 188x300 Coffee With Debut Author Erin Langston but she was the one who brought it to life. I told Erin I wanted something that evoked the joyful, dreamy, summery vibes of the novel, and above all, I wanted a smiling clinch cover. She delivered in the best possible way. All of the gorgeous pinks and purples were her idea. When I saw the cover mock-up, I almost fell out of my chair! It completely blew me away. 

Rae: You mention in your bio that a portion of this book was written in the pre-school pickup line, how would you describe your writing rituals?

Erin: Haha, yes! It definitely seemed like my notes app got an awful lot of use when I was waiting for those school doors to open at 2:30 pm. My best “writing” usually happens when I’m nowhere near a computer. Running errands, cleaning my house, driving my kids–it often seems like my brain has the most space to think when I’m absorbed in another task entirely. But to be fair, the actual writing took place in regular, boring locations: at my desk, with my laptop. I do have a fulltime job, so I write first thing in the morning, before my kids get going for the day, as well as late in the evening, after they go to bed. I worked on this book in the margins of my day. 

Rae: Do you prefer pen and paper, or type away at the keys?

Erin: All typing! I don’t draft anything by hand. Although I do use voice notes quite a bit, so I’ll dictate scenes and then go back and clean them up. 

Rae: With so many different eras in historical romance, when was the moment you knew you wanted to write Regency Romance?  

Erin: Most of the historical romances I read take place in the Regency, so it felt really natural to set my book in this time period. I didn’t even consider anything else at this juncture. 

Rae: I find that reading is best when I have a beverage and a snack, do you feel the same when writing?

Erin: I tend to be so caught up in what I’m doing that I neither snack nor sip–I have to reheat my coffee about five times every morning because I keep letting it grow cold! 

Rae: How extensive is your research before beginning a new story in a series? 

Erin: I can only speak for Rogue because it’s my first novel, but I did research extensively before I started outlining and drafting. I needed to really interrogate the legal status of mothers in this time period, and I read a lot of scholarly journal articles and legal proceedings regarding child custody in England in the early 1800s. At the outset, I had a vague sense of what I wanted to do with this book, but I revised my story ideas heavily as I researched. It was important to me that Cora’s dilemma was authentically rooted in the reality of her time period. 

Rae: I was drawn into the story of a widow who will do anything to make sure her children stay in her care while she is dealing with the aftermath of a few legal matters. What was the most challenging aspect of this story to craft? 

Erin: By far, the hardest part for me was figuring out how to draw Cora into the romantic arc of the story. I had created a character that was facing constant, pressing fears for her small children–possibly the highest external stakes I could have given her. What would motivate a woman like her to be swept up in the arms of a man (even one as charming as Nate Travers)? It took me a really long time to crack into her interior and realize the extent of her yearning and loneliness, and how that layered onto Nate’s own character arc. After I figured that out, it was just a matter of letting Nate take over (wink). 

Rae: Where did you find inspiration for this story?  

Erin: I mention some of this in my author’s note, but the inspiration for the novel came from research I stumbled upon in the very early stages of this project.  It was a legal case from 1804 about a mother trying to regain custody of her infant, who had been taken away from her by her estranged husband. The court upheld the precedent that fathers alone had legal rights to the children of a marriage. That in and of itself was heartbreaking but not shocking–but what really got to me was that this complete authority extended even after a father’s death. A mother was not automatically considered her children’s legal guardian, unless her late husband had named her in his will. Even though the law was really stringent on these matters, some women in the early 1800s still petitioned to keep their children with them. And I wanted to write a story about a fiercely determined woman and the man who falls in love with her doing whatever it takes to keep (and make) a family together. 

Rae: What was your biggest obstacle while writing this book? 

Erin: For me, the biggest obstacle was getting started. I had carried Cora’s character in my heart for a really long time…but I never felt like I had the wherewithal to see it through. This is not only the first novel I’ve published…it’s the first novel I’ve written. So I had a lot of imposter syndrome and doubts around being able to do this. But it got to the point where I couldn’t not tell the story.  Once I got out of my head and started putting words on the page, I felt a huge sense of relief. And I am really fortunate that my husband was one hundred percent behind me and helped make space this last year for me to write. I never would have been able to do this without his support. 

Rae: When you have time to refuel and read for inspiration or pleasure, what is your go to genre and how do you select those books?

Erin: I won’t lie, I had very little time to read for pleasure this year. Almost all of my “down” time was spent on writing Rogue! But lately I’ve been reading more contemporary romances–it’s helpful to read outside of my genre right now (it feels less like “work” or research). I also adore suspense and psychological thrillers…about as far from my writing life as possible! And I find books the same way many of us do…usually by asking my friends and family for their recommendations.

Rae: What is next on the horizon? 

Erin: Right now, I’m giving myself some time to rest and reset. Writing and then indie publishing this novel took up a lot of my head- and heart-space, and I want to return that attention to my family. But I’m very moved by individual characters, so I imagine my next project will happen the same way Rogue did–by seeing who speaks to me and what story they want me to tell. I have a number of beloved characters we met in Forever Your Rogue, and I hope to spend time with some of them again!

Rae: Thank you so much for hanging out with me today. Readers, if you missed my review and exclusive excerpt of Forever Your Rogue click the link below.

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  1. What is your must read book and why? Anne of Green Gables. The whole series, really, but the nostalgia factor of the first book is unmatched.
  1. If I visit your hometown, where am I going and what’s the best place to grab a bite? We live in a really small town, but there are so many great local places! Our favorite  is a local bakery and pizzeria that makes the best woodfired pizzas and craft cocktails, and they do absolutely divine things with seasonal produce. There is not much I wouldn’t do for their roasted carrots with whipped labneh.
  1. What is one thing readers would be surprised to know about you? I’m such a perfectionist that I was a nervous wreck to take my driver’s test. It’s become this legendary family joke that the summer I was 17, I basically lived at the DMV…it took me five (yes, FIVE) tries to get my driver’s license. I was so anxious that I made every tiny mistake you can think of. Luckily (not to jinx myself!) once I actually managed to pass my test, I never had any issues!
  1. What is your guilty pleasure? An ice-cold gin and tonic, the porch swing, and my husband on bedtime duty with the kids! Nothing guilty about it–just pure pleasure.
  1. What are you afraid of? I suffer from horrible stage fright when I know I have to do any kind of public speaking. I’m always completely fine once I actually get going…but the lead-up is brutal for me.
  1. Tats or No Tats? If tats, how many and what did you choose for your first one? No tats!
  1. Binge watcher or weekly viewer? Which show(s)? A bit of a mix, but I tend to binge a little bit more (likely because we get behind and then have a lot of episodes to catch up on). We tore through White Lotus recently, and we love Only Murders in the Building and The Great.  I’ve been faithfully watching Grey’s Anatomy, for better or worse, since I was in high school. It’s my second-longest relationship, haha.
  1. If you could pick a book you’ve read and make it into a movie, which book would it be (besides yours 🙂 )? I would love to see more diverse historical romances get adaptations. I have not read this book  yet (I’m eagerly anticipating the release on April 4, 2023!) but from everything I’ve seen and heard about the worldbuilding and characters in Liana De la Rosa’s forthcoming Luna Sisters series, I think something like this would be incredible to see on screen. Mexican heiresses taking Victorian London by storm? Give it to me!
  1. What is the one thing you can’t live without? My phone. It’s a sickness!
  1. What’s the one career that gives you the shudders? I come from a family of teachers, and my mom and sisters are all so creative and patient. One of my sisters is a middle school English teacher, and she does it brilliantly. But I would never, ever trade places with her in a million years. I truly don’t know how she does it!
  1. If I opened up your handbag/bag/briefcase, what item would I be shocked to see? You would probably be shocked to not see my wallet, because I notoriously forget it in the diaper bag all the time, haha.
  1. What app on your phone/ipad gets the most use? Spotify! I love listening to music and podcasts during my workday. I’ve been blasting the Forever Your Rogue playlist all winter!

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Erin Langston is a historical romance author who crafts Regencies with heart, heat, and humor. A librarian by trade, Erin lives in the Midwest with her husband and two children. When not working, writing, or mom-ing, she can be found outside, drinking wine, buried in a book, or attempting to home-improve. A not-insignificant portion of her first novel was plotted in the preschool pickup line.

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