I’m giving away a proof copy of Sweet Delights! Leave your name and email address to enter! If you don’t leave your name and email address, then you won’t be entered into the drawing! By providing your email address, you’ll automatically be added to my mailing list if you’re not already subscribed. I will also be announcing your name as the winner if you are chosen. If you don’t wish your name to be announced then do not enter! Have fun!
I’m participating in a promo with other authors! Download these clean and sweet romance reads! My novella, Butterscotch Bliss, is included in this promo! #cleanreads #sweetromance
Giveaway is over – winner has been announced!
****Winner is Toni B. R. in Saint Mary’s Georgia!
I’m giving away one PROOF copy of Sugar and Spice! You must leave your name and email address in the comments to be entered into the drawing! If you are not already on my mailing list, your email address will automatically be added to my list!
I will announce your name as a winner if you’re chosen! If you don’t want me to announce your name if you win – then, don’t enter the drawing!
Announcing the name keeps the drawing honest. I will be using a randomizer to choose the winner!
Have fun!
I’m busy writing today! Will celebrate with cake tonight!
Come visit me at the Black Books Matter Festival:
August 1, 2026
11 AM – 4 PM
Black Books Matter Festival
Mahogany Books
121 American Way
National Harbor
Oxon Hill, MD
I was recently mentioned in the local newspaper. Since the newspaper asks you to subscribe – in order to see the article – I’ve posted screenshots of the article for all to see! The article is about the Black Books Matter Fest this Saturday, August 1, 2026. The festival is sponsored by Mahogany Books.
Here’s a recent podcast! Enjoy!
Youtube: From Reading to Writing: Cecelia Dowdy’s Journey into Christian Romance Literature.
Apple Podcast: From Reading to Writing: Cecel… – The Eating Me Podcast – Apple Podcasts
Spotify Podcast: From Reading to Writing: Cecelia Dowdy’s Journey into Christian Romance Literature. – The Eating Me Podcast | Podcast on Spotify
The Daughter of Shiloh by Terri J. Haynes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This was a good historical fiction interwoven with elements of mystery.
Lealia and Milton attend Tuskegee Institute. Both of them were childhood friends – but they barely remember playing with one another as youngsters. When they travel with Booker T Washington and George Washington Carver to a church convention at Shiloh church – their lives change – due to a traumatic event.
The traumatic occurrence propels both Lealia and Milton to probe, seeking answers to a mystery. The entire town must heal both physically and emotionally.
Milton is angry – Shiloh Church wants to assist Lealia with a scholarship to Howard University – yet Shiloh refuses to help him – and he really needs assistance. He feels wrongly judged by the congregation due to a troubled past for which he had no control.
This was an exciting inciteful read which shows how judgmental attitudes in the church can cause undue harm to others.
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The Dilemma by B.A. Paris
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I loved this novel. It was so suspenseful! The main character, Liv, has been planning a huge 40th birthday party for the last 20 YEARS! When things get weird and suspenseful, her husband struggles with tell her the truth – or – leaving her in the dark – since he doesn’t want to ruin her huge party. This is a must read IMHO!
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I’m participating in a FREE eBook promotion with other authors! You must provide your email address – agreeing to join the authors’ newsletters – before receiving your free eBook.
All of the books are advertised as being clean and wholesome! I hope you are able to find some wonderful reads!
There’s a winter storm heading over the entire East Coast tonight. Snuggle up with a cozy book and bake a cake. Subscribe to my Youtube channel and bake a cake! Stay warm! Stay safe! #weather #weatherreport #snow #snowstorm #eastcoast