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Spotlight on… In Another World – A New Paranormal Mystery/Romance

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Hi everyone,

Today I’m sharing a look at the making of my new release, In Another World. This contemporary romance novel blends a murder mystery with the world of the paranormal. Here’s the book summary and links…

In Another World
A Paranormal Mystery/Romance Novel

Disgraced psychic medium Julie Kershaw has finally met her soul mate. The problem is he’s dead… and his spirit haunts the car she just bought.

The spirit of Detective Eddie Mahoney is determined to find his killer and needs Julie’s help. At first, she refuses. She’s tired of being called crazy and swore she’d never use her abilities to speak to the dead again—even if Eddie is handsome and charming.

Eddie persuades Julie to contact his former partner, Lou Kaplonski, to ask him to reopen his case. Skeptical, Lou dismisses Julie as a fake—until she proves she can communicate with the dead—and he finds out Eddie has a lot to say.

Julie channels Eddie’s spirit and together with Lou, the unusual trio tracks down leads and follows clues to solve Eddie’s murder. The case takes them down a dark and dangerous path filled with secrets, where nobody can be trusted.

As they work to find his killer, Julie falls for Eddie. Funny, smart, and sexy, Eddie is the guy of her dreams—and he doesn’t look or act the least bit dead. To her surprise, Eddie discovers a clever way they can be together, and they begin an ethereal romance.

When Lou’s investigation brings him too close to the killer, his life and Julie’s are put in danger—and Eddie may be the only one who can save them.

Order your copy here:

Amazon link: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09R11STRN

All other platforms: https://books2read.com/u/bpw16g

In Another World has been a labor of love for many years. I’m thrilled that I finally finished the book, and now readers can enjoy the story and meet these very unusual characters I’ve created.

The book opens with Detective Eddie Mahoney, an undercover police officer, in a jam. His cover has been blown and he’s in the middle of nowhere with two criminals. Things don’t end well for Eddie, and although he doesn’t make it out of his predicament alive, his role in the book is just beginning.

Yes, you read that right. I killed off my main character—and the hero of the book—in the first few pages. Why? Because this isn’t your typical romance. Eddie is dead right from the start, but that doesn’t mean he can’t fall in love.

Next, readers are introduced to a headstrong woman named Julie Kershaw. She’s arguing with an unscrupulous used car dealer named Big Al. He sells her a car for cheap, and Julie is suspicious. Naturally, she wonders if there’s a catch, and there is. The car is haunted by… you guessed it—Eddie.

Eddie has been trying to communicate with the car’s previous owners, but never had any luck until Julie bought the car. At first, Eddie doesn’t realize that Julie is a psychic medium and can communicate with spirits. Once he knows she can see and hear him, Eddie uses his charms and persuades her to help him find his killer.

And so begins this unusual romance.

Most people would think this is a bit absurd. And maybe some readers will. But once you get drawn into the story and see that Eddie is pretty much like any other romantic hero (he just happens to be dead), the story flows along.

Eddie and Julie visit Eddie’s former partner, Lou Kaplonski, to persuade him to reopen Eddie’s case. Lou thinks Julie is crazy and can’t possibly be talking to Eddie. When Julie tells Lou things only Eddie knows, Lou is convinced Julie is telling the truth. Lou and Eddie start working the case just like old times. (Sorta.)

Lou is a great guy, and I loved writing for him. On the outside he appears to be a tough, no-nonsense detective who takes his job seriously. When he first meets (and interrogates) Julie, he acts like a typical “bad cop” and is very rough with her.

Lou doesn’t believe in ghosts and thinks all psychics are fakes. He’s also taken Eddie’s death personally. He feels like a failure because he couldn’t find his partner’s killer, and he is still working through his grief. Once Lou starts investigating with Eddie and Julie, his true personality comes out, and he’s more determined than ever to catch Eddie’s killer.

When I wrote the book, I had to make sure readers were able to follow the investigation along with Lou, even when Julie and Eddie weren’t present. I’ve never written a full-fledged mystery or detective story before, but I’ve watched enough mysteries and police dramas, so I think I got it right. (LOL) I also had the good fortune to be related to a police captain and was able to ask his advice on the “police stuff” in the story. The book is a hybrid of romance and mystery. Sometimes it takes on more of a police procedural/mystery feel than a romance, and then in other scenes with Eddie and Julie, it’s a traditional romance.

I hope mystery, romance, and paranormal readers will enjoy this unique novel. It’s got something for everyone: danger, humor, love, ghosts, and quirky characters. I had fun writing this book and stepping into another world, blending the living and the dead.

Stay tuned to future blogs to learn more about the book (where the original idea came from, my take on ghosts, psychics, and the paranormal, plus the overall theme of the book) and to read an exclusive excerpt.

Happy Reading,

Kelli A. Wilkins

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Kelli A. Wilkins is an award-winning author who has published more than 100 short stories, 20+ romance novels, 7 non-fiction books, and 5 horror ebooks. Her romances span many genres and settings, and she likes to scare readers with her horror stories.

Her latest novel, In Another World, was released in January 2022. This contemporary mystery/romance is set in the world of the paranormal.

She also released two horror shorts, More Than I Bargained For and Silent Sentinel in 2021.

In 2021, Kelli published Journaling Every Week: 52 Topics to Get You Writing. This fun and innovative guide to journaling is filled with hundreds of thought-provoking prompts designed to get you writing about your feelings and emotions.

Kelli posts on her Facebook author page: https://www.facebook.com/AuthorKelliWilkins and Twitter: www.Twitter.com/KWilkinsauthor.

Visit her website/blog www.KelliWilkins.com for a full title list and to find all her social media links.

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Mackenzie Bishop was looking forward to spending the summer in Lake Tahoe. Recently widowed with two young kids, a change of scenery would do them all good. But she never expected Bren Banks to be part of that scenery. Or that he would come to mean so much to her in such a short amount of time. Bren is just as surprised as she is; he`d long ago accepted that falling in love wasn`t in the cards for him. But keeping his promise to wait until she`s ready is proving increasingly difficult. And while Mackenzie tries to find the courage to trust Bren with her broken heart, Bren has to decide if he can trust her with a secret. One that could cost him everything, including her.

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The news had been a shock to say the least, but the gossamer, cocoon-like brume that followed had been a bittersweet blessing, a double-edged sword. A seductive, insidious blanket that swaddled Mackenzie Bishop and held her tight, then cruelly and indiscriminately released her with no respect for time or place. And as that fog lifted, reality set in.

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She went through the motions on autopilot—the service, the luncheon, the Honors Ceremony. Whenever reality tried to rear its ugly head, Kenzie traded it for denial. Matt was deployed. One of those missions where he was out of touch for weeks at a time. If something happened, she`d know.

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Mackenzie Bishop was looking forward to spending the summer in Lake Tahoe. Recently widowed with two young kids, a change of scenery would do them all good. But she never expected Bren Banks to be part of that scenery. Or that he would come to mean so much to her in such a short amount of time. Bren is just as surprised as she is; he'd long ago accepted that falling in love wasn't in the cards for him. But keeping his promise to wait until she's ready is proving increasingly difficult. And while Mackenzie tries to find the courage to trust Bren with her broken heart, Bren has to decide if he can trust her with a secret. One that could cost him everything, including her.

Sierra Fall by Martha O'Sullivan Chapter One excerpt

The news had been a shock to say the least, but the gossamer, cocoon-like brume that followed had been a bittersweet blessing, a double-edged sword. A seductive, insidious blanket that swaddled Mackenzie Bishop and held her tight, then cruelly and indiscriminately released her with no respect for time or place. And as that fog lifted, reality set in.

She was a widow.

She'd gotten word in the middle of the night and had initially convinced herself it was just a bad dream. So much so that she forced herself to go back to sleep so she could wake up again to prove it. But when she did Kenzie found herself trapped in a nightmare that would become her new normal. And the worst was yet to come.

Telling the kids.

She went through the motions on autopilot—the service, the luncheon, the Honors Ceremony. Whenever reality tried to rear its ugly head, Kenzie traded it for denial. Matt was deployed. One of those missions where he was out of touch for weeks at a time. If something happened, she'd know.

But she did know.

A routine training exercise had taken Matt away from them forever. It was ludicrous, really. He was only two states away, not flighting on some foreign battlefield. He was coming home in time for the Spring Fling at school next weekend.

But he didn't.

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Mask of the Deer Woman by Laurie L. Dovehttps://bit.ly/41n2H4MTo find a missing young woman, the new tribal marshal must also find herself.

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At rock bottom following her daughter’s death, ex-Chicago detective Carrie Starr has nowhere to go but back to her roots. Starr’s father never talked much about the reservation where he was raised, but the tribe needs a new marshal as much as Starr needs a place to call home.

In the past decade, too many young women have disappeared from the rez. Some have ended up dead, others just…gone. Now local college student Chenoa Cloud is missing, and Starr falls into an investigation that leaves her drowning in memories of her daughter—the girl she failed to save.

Starr feels lost in this place she thought would welcome her. And when she catches a glimpse of a figure from her father’s stories, with the body of a woman and the antlers of a deer, Starr can’t shake the feeling that the fearsome spirit is watching her, following her.

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One will suffer, one will fight… all will burn.
With the Dark Witches defeated, a new world dawns where humans no longer need the vampire clans for protection. Sophie and Henry are anxious to embrace that world and step willingly into the shadows toward a peaceful fate.
Before happily-ever-after can begin, a new danger rises that shatters their plans when the clan leaders resort to desperate measures to maintain their control over the humans. Torn apart by those they once called allies, the lovers must find a way back to each other in a treacherous new world where nothing is as it seems.
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Matthew and Branwen have nothing in common. One was raised as a noble, the other is a poor villager. He is determined to resist the temptation women present, while she would like nothing more than to be free of men's attention. He is English, she is Welsh.
Yet between them the attraction is immediate.
How will they cope with what they feel? Giving in could spell danger, as Matthew is convinced the dark-haired beauty has been sent by an enemy to lure him into a trap. He cannot afford to fall for her until he knows what her motives really are.
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In Flight by K. R. Collinshttps://bit.ly/4326425As she enters her ninth season in the North American Hockey League, Sophie`s pressure on herself to perform well has never been higher. Next season will mark a decade as the first woman in the League, a milestone no one will let her forget, especially as her expected replacement will be old enough to be drafted herself.

Sophie has the support of Coach Elison and her team behind her. She has come into her own on the ice as the captain and face of the Concord Condors. Off the ice, her life is looking good as well. She and Elsa are living together with plans to build a home, provided Concord signs them to contract extensions.

As always, though, it isn`t enough. Sophie has her eyes set on the Maple Cup, the trophy given to the best hockey team each year. She has all the motivation she needs—a contract to live up to, a personal hockey hero on the team who has never lifted the Cup before, and a need to prove herself, again, before Emily Skelton is drafted and takes the League by storm.

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In Flight
K.R. Collins © 2025
All Rights Reserved

Sophie greets Armand Mason with a smile and a brief handshake. Mason is a middle-aged man with dark skin and even darker hair. He wears a green button-down, but the sleeves are rolled to his elbows in deference to the summer heat.

His grip is firm but not overpowering. He has callouses on his hands, in different places than Sophie does. She suspects his are from holding pencils or, maybe in this modern age, a tablet stylus. Sophie’s callouses are from gripping her hockey stick and from all the weightlifting she does.

Elsa shakes Armand’s hand next. “Thank you for agreeing to meet with us,” she says.

Elsa, who normally only has a scant few inches on Sophie, has closer to four today, because she’s wearing wedge sandals. They’re open-toed to show off her lime-green toenail polish. The color clashes with Elsa’s dress, a light-pink halter-top. The green-pink combination reminds Sophie of watermelon, but she’s smart enough not to mention it to Elsa.

While her girlfriend—and that’s still a thrill, thinking of Elsa as her girlfriend—is understanding of Sophie and her quirks, Sop...

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In Flight by K. R. Collinshttps://bit.ly/4326425As she enters her ninth season in the North American Hockey League, Sophie's pressure on herself to perform well has never been higher. Next season will mark a decade as the first woman in the League, a milestone no one will let her forget, especially as her expected replacement will be old enough to be drafted herself.

Sophie has the support of Coach Elison and her team behind her. She has come into her own on the ice as the captain and face of the Concord Condors. Off the ice, her life is looking good as well. She and Elsa are living together with plans to build a home, provided Concord signs them to contract extensions.

As always, though, it isn't enough. Sophie has her eyes set on the Maple Cup, the trophy given to the best hockey team each year. She has all the motivation she needs—a contract to live up to, a personal hockey hero on the team who has never lifted the Cup before, and a need to prove herself, again, before Emily Skelton is drafted and takes the League by storm.

Excerpt

In Flight
K.R. Collins © 2025
All Rights Reserved

Sophie greets Armand Mason with a smile and a brief handshake. Mason is a middle-aged man with dark skin and even darker hair. He wears a green button-down, but the sleeves are rolled to his elbows in deference to the summer heat.

His grip is firm but not overpowering. He has callouses on his hands, in different places than Sophie does. She suspects his are from holding pencils or, maybe in this modern age, a tablet stylus. Sophie’s callouses are from gripping her hockey stick and from all the weightlifting she does.

Elsa shakes Armand’s hand next. “Thank you for agreeing to meet with us,” she says.

Elsa, who normally only has a scant few inches on Sophie, has closer to four today, because she’s wearing wedge sandals. They’re open-toed to show off her lime-green toenail polish. The color clashes with Elsa’s dress, a light-pink halter-top. The green-pink combination reminds Sophie of watermelon, but she’s smart enough not to mention it to Elsa.

While her girlfriend—and that’s still a thrill, thinking of Elsa as her girlfriend—is understanding of Sophie and her quirks, Sop...

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Though she lives in a world of Beyonce and iPhones, Indra Fox thinks she may be an alien. She’s too strong and fast to be human. Nor does she know why she and her best friend, Diana Newman were raised to be warriors.

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When Passion’s the Wildcard, love holds the winning hand.

Though she lives in a world of Beyonce and iPhones, Indra Fox thinks she may be an alien. She’s too strong and fast to be human. Nor does she know why she and her best friend, Diana Newman were raised to be warriors.

Then Diana is kidnapped, and Indra goes undercover at a strip club the kidnappers own to find out where her friend was taken. Then Rowan Kerr walks into the club and she realizes he’s even more powerful than she is. He says he knows who and what she is, but she must go with him to find out.

Indra will do anything to save Diana. Including embracing her destiny as something more than human.

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As an author, you`ve put in the hard work to build a newsletter, and it`s a fantastic way to connect with your readers. However, are you maximizing that connection? One of the most effective strategies to deepen engagement with your audience is through audience segmentation.
What is Audience Segmentation?
Audience segmentation is the practice of dividing your subscribers into smaller groups based on specific characteristics or behaviors. This allows you to tailor your communication to meet the unique interests and preferences of different segments, leading to more meaningful interactions.

This could mean distinguishing between fans of your mystery novels, romance aficionados, or readers interested in writing tips. The more personalized your messaging, the higher the likelihood that your audience will engage with your content.
Why Segment Your Audience?
Increased Relevance: By sending targeted content, you ensure the relevance of your newsletters to each group, making your audience more likely to open your emails and follow your calls to action.

Enhanced Engagement: Personalized messages add value to your communication. When readers receive information that speaks to their interests, they are more likely to engage with your content—whether by reading, sharing, or buying your books.

Higher Conversion Rates: Tailored messages lead to higher click-through rates and increased sales. For instance, a special offer for a new release in a series will resonate more with die-hard fans than with casual readers.
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IT HAPPENED ON ROUTE 66MICKI MILLERISBN: 9781509252701March 2024The Wild Rose PressWildrosepress.comEBook/Paperback$5.99/$18.99279 PagesRomantic ComedyRating: 4 Cups

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Blurb

When Joel Tyler drove away from the factory to pick up the load of his rejected creation, the last thing he expected to see was a hitchhiking bride. He didn’t have time for this. Besides, he had enough troubles of his own without picking up more. But he couldn’t leave her on the side of the road.
Maddy Hayden was exhausted. She’d run away from a terrible situation without a plan or a destination. Hitchhiking was a bad idea. Worse was getting into a truck with a man traveling alone. He was probably a serial killer. Whatever. It was a suitable end to this day.
When two people who are having the worst day of their lives meet, they can either crash and burn, or save each other.

The Review
This book is a lighthearted comedy with a deeper message. Both Tyler and Maddie were pigeonholed into roles in their families with little or no opportunity to pursue their dreams. Maddie is relegated to the role of housekeeper and caretaker of her family, while her sister gets to go to college, socialize and have a life, and her father is so wrapped up in his own grief that he thinks what is easiest for him is what is best for his daughter. Tyler is another situation entirely. His mother has decided what role he is to play in Tyler Toys, he wants to be creative and work in development, and he is set up to fail so that she can have her way. I love how Maddie and Tyler see each other as they really are and not how their families see them. There are a lot of interesting and hilarious twists and turns, particularly with Maddie’s insufferable erstwhile fiancé Oliver. Definitely take a ride down Route 66 with this couple, it’s a heck of a trip.

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It Happened on Route 66 by Micki Millerhttps://bit.ly/4k1pla8
IT HAPPENED ON ROUTE 66MICKI MILLERISBN: 9781509252701March 2024The Wild Rose PressWildrosepress.comEBook/Paperback$5.99/$18.99279 PagesRomantic ComedyRating: 4 Cups

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Blurb

When Joel Tyler drove away from the factory to pick up the load of his rejected creation, the last thing he expected to see was a hitchhiking bride. He didn’t have time for this. Besides, he had enough troubles of his own without picking up more. But he couldn’t leave her on the side of the road.
Maddy Hayden was exhausted. She’d run away from a terrible situation without a plan or a destination. Hitchhiking was a bad idea. Worse was getting into a truck with a man traveling alone. He was probably a serial killer. Whatever. It was a suitable end to this day.
When two people who are having the worst day of their lives meet, they can either crash and burn, or save each other.

The Review
This book is a lighthearted comedy with a deeper message. Both Tyler and Maddie were pigeonholed into roles in their families with little or no opportunity to pursue their dreams. Maddie is relegated to the role of housekeeper and caretaker of her family, while her sister gets to go to college, socialize and have a life, and her father is so wrapped up in his own grief that he thinks what is easiest for him is what is best for his daughter. Tyler is another situation entirely. His mother has decided what role he is to play in Tyler Toys, he wants to be creative and work in development, and he is set up to fail so that she can have her way. I love how Maddie and Tyler see each other as they really are and not how their families see them. There are a lot of interesting and hilarious twists and turns, particularly with Maddie’s insufferable erstwhile fiancé Oliver. Definitely take a ride down Route 66 with this couple, it’s a heck of a trip.

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Taken by the Valkyrie by Megan Slayerhttps://bit.ly/3EEDDxc

Taken by the Valkrie by Megan Slayer

TAKE.N BY THE VALKYRIE
Taken, Book 6
MEGAN SLAYER
ASIN:‎ B0CW7S9F1M
July 2024
Changeling Press
Changelingpress.com
E-book
$4.99
111 Pages
Urban Fantasy
Rating: 4 Cups

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Blurb

Kara is tired of her role as a Valkyrie, not that she has much choice. Being a Valkyrie is her identity. It’s in her blood. But she can only witness so much death and destruction. Her faith in humanity has waned. Until she meets Eric.

Eric, a retired Airman, is just as tired. He’s seen things he believes no one else would understand. Then he picks up Kara and his world is turned upside down. She’s the one he never saw coming and the one he can’t live without -- if only she can handle his past.

The past might not be more than they can overcome, but what if these two warriors are exactly what they each need?

The Review

I really enjoyed this fast-paced story. Eric and Kara are two very relatable and well written characters. I never really thought of Valkyries as the warriors they are and that they might suffer from the same horrors as the soldiers that they save. Both characters are damaged by the horrors of their past but still manage to remain honorable. The story itself is fast moving and exciting and I am fascinated by the town of Eerie and its inhabitants. I will definitely be visiting this interesting little town again very soon.

Maura
Reviewer For Coffee Time Romance & More

The Series

Taken Series

Taken Series

Book 1: Taken by the Cyclops

Book 2: Taken by the Gargoyle

Book 3: Taken by the Siren

Book 4: Taken by the Gorgon

Book 5: Taken by the Satyr

Book 6: Taken by the Valkyrie

Book 7: Taken by the Necromancer

Book 8: Taken by the Faerie

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Taken by the Valkyrie by Megan Slayerhttps://bit.ly/3EEDDxc

Taken by the Valkrie by Megan Slayer

TAKE.N BY THE VALKYRIE
Taken, Book 6
MEGAN SLAYER
ASIN:‎ B0CW7S9F1M
July 2024
Changeling Press
Changelingpress.com
E-book
$4.99
111 Pages
Urban Fantasy
Rating: 4 Cups

Amazon | Barnes & Noble | Changeling Press

Blurb

Kara is tired of her role as a Valkyrie, not that she has much choice. Being a Valkyrie is her identity. It’s in her blood. But she can only witness so much death and destruction. Her faith in humanity has waned. Until she meets Eric.

Eric, a retired Airman, is just as tired. He’s seen things he believes no one else would understand. Then he picks up Kara and his world is turned upside down. She’s the one he never saw coming and the one he can’t live without -- if only she can handle his past.

The past might not be more than they can overcome, but what if these two warriors are exactly what they each need?

The Review

I really enjoyed this fast-paced story. Eric and Kara are two very relatable and well written characters. I never really thought of Valkyries as the warriors they are and that they might suffer from the same horrors as the soldiers that they save. Both characters are damaged by the horrors of their past but still manage to remain honorable. The story itself is fast moving and exciting and I am fascinated by the town of Eerie and its inhabitants. I will definitely be visiting this interesting little town again very soon.

Maura
Reviewer For Coffee Time Romance & More

The Series

Taken Series

Taken Series

Book 1: Taken by the Cyclops

Book 2: Taken by the Gargoyle

Book 3: Taken by the Siren

Book 4: Taken by the Gorgon

Book 5: Taken by the Satyr

Book 6: Taken by the Valkyrie

Book 7: Taken by the Necromancer

Book 8: Taken by the Faerie

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Twisted Fate: An Age Gap, Single Dad Romancehttps://bit.ly/3X1bk2n

Willow Brook Falls Book 2

Delilah Jones was once my saving grace. Now, she might just become my ruin.

Normally I’d do everything to avoid her in our small town of Willow Brook Falls, but that`s impossible since she`s now my daughter’s new nanny. She’s also way too young for me, and completely off limits.

But there`s just one problem. Even after all this time, I still can’t seem to resist her.

I haven’t thought about another woman since I lost my wife, let alone wanting to touch one.

But that all changes the moment Delilah’s lips touch mine.

With time, her affection for my child grows but so does our attraction… and the complication that comes with it.

Because Delilah isn`t just any nanny, she’s my daughter`s mother. And that may just ruin the both of us.

Twisted Fate is a complete standalone with no cliffhanger and a guaranteed HEA

*This book includes sensitive subject matter that may be difficult for some readers. Please refer to the author`s website for a list of TWs.

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Twisted Fate: An Age Gap, Single Dad Romancehttps://bit.ly/3X1bk2n

Willow Brook Falls Book 2

Delilah Jones was once my saving grace. Now, she might just become my ruin.

Normally I’d do everything to avoid her in our small town of Willow Brook Falls, but that's impossible since she's now my daughter’s new nanny. She’s also way too young for me, and completely off limits.

But there's just one problem. Even after all this time, I still can’t seem to resist her.

I haven’t thought about another woman since I lost my wife, let alone wanting to touch one.

But that all changes the moment Delilah’s lips touch mine.

With time, her affection for my child grows but so does our attraction… and the complication that comes with it.

Because Delilah isn't just any nanny, she’s my daughter's mother. And that may just ruin the both of us.

Twisted Fate is a complete standalone with no cliffhanger and a guaranteed HEA

*This book includes sensitive subject matter that may be difficult for some readers. Please refer to the author's website for a list of TWs.

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https://bit.ly/CPsNewRelease
@ChangelingPress #new #releases Archangel by @marteekakarland
Archangel is always perfect. In complete control. Which makes him a challenge I can’t resist…

Sonya: Just because I put a blow-up doll in the neighbor’s holiday yard ornament, or send various embarrassing items up the flagpole occasionally, doesn’t mean I’m a bad person. But my father doesn’t see things that way. So he sends me to a man he thinks can help me “find my inner self.” Otherwise known as get some kind of job. Just my luck, the man he sends me to is the man I’ve had a crush on forever. Archangel is strong, soft-spoken, always in control, and the most perfectly made man I’d ever seen. He’s unflappable. I can’t resist, even knowing the price I’ll pay. I just hope I can slink the walk of shame back home before he knows I’m gone. That might be the only chance I have of protecting my heart.

Archangel:

I don’t know what Thorn was thinking when he sent his daughter to me. Sonya has plagued my every filthy fantasy since the first time she came home from college
#AgeGap, #MCRomance, #Military, #Veterans, #FirstResponders, #NewAdult, #OrganizedCrime, #SingleParent, #Pregnancy

Earths Cravings by @emilycarrington
When werewolf and dragon meet, will their need for each other defeat all their well-intentioned plans?

Tom, a land dragon, is so large he’s earned the nickname “Earth.” His dragon herd takes advantage of him until he’s sold to a pair of basilisks. Unfortunately for them, Tom’s mating plans don’t include repopulating the basilisk species. Time to make his escape…

Kailee, psychic disaster and frightened “rehabilitated” werewolf, is new to adulting, but she’s been through enough to make her a force to be reckoned with. Transgender,

Will Kailee be able to protect Tom from those hunting him?
#Bisexual, #Multisexual, #Pansexual, #Transsexual, #Elves, #Dragons, #Magical Creatures, #Gay, #Multicultural, #Interracial, #Shapeshifters, #Werewolves, #WolfShifters

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https://bit.ly/CPsNewRelease
@ChangelingPress #new #releases Archangel by @marteekakarland
Archangel is always perfect. In complete control. Which makes him a challenge I can’t resist…

Sonya: Just because I put a blow-up doll in the neighbor’s holiday yard ornament, or send various embarrassing items up the flagpole occasionally, doesn’t mean I’m a bad person. But my father doesn’t see things that way. So he sends me to a man he thinks can help me “find my inner self.” Otherwise known as get some kind of job. Just my luck, the man he sends me to is the man I’ve had a crush on forever. Archangel is strong, soft-spoken, always in control, and the most perfectly made man I’d ever seen. He’s unflappable. I can’t resist, even knowing the price I’ll pay. I just hope I can slink the walk of shame back home before he knows I’m gone. That might be the only chance I have of protecting my heart.

Archangel:

I don’t know what Thorn was thinking when he sent his daughter to me. Sonya has plagued my every filthy fantasy since the first time she came home from college
#AgeGap, #MCRomance, #Military, #Veterans, #FirstResponders, #NewAdult, #OrganizedCrime, #SingleParent, #Pregnancy

Earths Cravings by @emilycarrington
When werewolf and dragon meet, will their need for each other defeat all their well-intentioned plans?

Tom, a land dragon, is so large he’s earned the nickname “Earth.” His dragon herd takes advantage of him until he’s sold to a pair of basilisks. Unfortunately for them, Tom’s mating plans don’t include repopulating the basilisk species. Time to make his escape…

Kailee, psychic disaster and frightened “rehabilitated” werewolf, is new to adulting, but she’s been through enough to make her a force to be reckoned with. Transgender,

Will Kailee be able to protect Tom from those hunting him?
#Bisexual, #Multisexual, #Pansexual, #Transsexual, #Elves, #Dragons, #Magical Creatures, #Gay, #Multicultural, #Interracial, #Shapeshifters, #Werewolves, #WolfShifters

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