Last week we were blessed with a sunny, almost balmy, day. It was over 60 degrees! I went outside for a walk, and I didn’t even need my coat!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u200b<\/p>\n\n\n\n Rebranding<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Last week was busy. I finished all of my new covers for\u00a0The Bakery Romance Series<\/a>! Sometimes authors change their covers. I felt that this was a great time to do so. I’m retiring my old silhouette covers. They worked well for years, but, now it’s time for something new.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Read While You Rest – FREE Audiobooks on Youtube!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Ever wish you could read while driving, cooking, or resting your eyes?<\/p>\n\n\n\n I\u2019ve uploaded free full audiobooks of my stories on YouTube\u2014so you can enjoy them hands-free, stress-free, and anytime you want. See below for the ones currently uploaded – more to come!<\/p>\n\n\n\n FREE YOUTUBE AUDIOBOOKS CURRENTLY AVAILABLE:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Cinnamon Kisses<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Loving Luke<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Caramel Kisses<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Butterscotch Bliss<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Blind Date With a Book<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Start off the new year with my Blind Date With A Book<\/a> for $14.99 or my Christmas Romance Book Bundle<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Blind Date With a Book<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Start off the new year with my Blind Date With A Book<\/a> for $14.99 or my Christmas Romance Book Bundle<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Blacksmith’s Bride<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Thanks so much for your encouragement and support for<\/strong> The Blacksmith’s Bride<\/a>! I’ve enjoyed the letters, emails and comments from readers!<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you’ve read, and enjoyed, The Blacksmith’s Bride then please leave a review on\u00a0Amazon<\/a>\u00a0Goodreads<\/a>\u00a0or social media!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Writing Services<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n As a reminder, I offer writing-related services. I work with writers who may need help with their fiction. Interested in working with me? Details here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Events<\/strong><\/a>\u200b<\/p>\n\n\n\n February 28, 2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n 5 PM \u2013 11 PM<\/p>\n\n\n\n The 26th Annual Virginia Black History Month Gala<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Renaissance Arlington Capital View Hotel<\/p>\n\n\n\n 2800 Potomac Ave<\/p>\n\n\n\n Arlington, VA 22202<\/p>\n\n\n\n I currently have other events in the works. Once my plans are finalized, I will update you with details!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Our Country!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n For the new year, remember to continue keeping our country in prayer as all\/some of these changes take place! At times, our country does not run smoothly! Also, remember to pray for all that are suffering in our nation! Be sure to check on your friends and loved ones to be sure they are okay!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Enjoy your day!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n \u200b<\/p>\n\n\n\n Butterscotch Bliss!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n If you\u2019re reading this newsletter on my blog then you\u2019re probably not signed up for my mailing list<\/a>! When you sign up, you\u2019ll receive BUTTERSCOTCH BLISS, a free e-book! After you sign up for my email list<\/a>, a download link will be provided to you for your FREE eBook!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Raquel\u2019s father died when she was a baby \u2013 that\u2019s what she thought\u2026<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n She receives a mysterious phone call \u2013 stating her father is alive and in hospice. He must see her before he dies. 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