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Heiresses in Love Trilogy by Marie Lavenderđ Spotlight & EXCLUSIVE eBook Bundle Giveaway đ (Historical Romance)
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PLEASE check out this beautiful post for a chance to win a copy of my historical romance boxed set! âĽ
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How Shopping Correlates with Dating and Relationships: a romance blogger post by multi-genre author Marie Lavender
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Not about books, but you can see how I funnel romance into my writing…
 How Shopping Correlates with Dating and Relationships
I love, love, love shoppingâŚwell, for almost anything! I can never be trusted with a credit card. đ Most of the time I resist temptation, but now and then, especially if I have some extra money on my hands, I indulge in one of my hobbies â shopping for clothes, or even books.
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But whether youâre browsing online or in the store, shopping for clothing items is a whole other animal. At least with a book, you can be sure you will usually end up a satisfied reader. The only issue, for me at least, might be a bunch of glaring grammatical errors, or so much head-hopping that I get fictional whiplash.
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Shopping for clothes, however, is a different story.
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If youâre looking at stores on the internet, you haveâŚ
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Romance Novel Memories, Plus a Reader Poll!
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Romance Novel Memories, Plus a Reader Poll!
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Do you remember the first romance novel you ever read, or even which romance story in a film, that made you âswoonâ?
As a child Iâd always been swept away by the tales of Snow White, Cinderella or Sleeping Beauty. And romantic comedy movies were wonderful! While I was growing up, I savored the Mary Anne/Logan couple dynamics in The Baby-Sitters Club book series.
Being a writer and a bookworm at heart, however, I must be true to my passion. The first romance novel I remember being simply thrilled with was Annette Curtis Klauseâs The Silver Kiss. I was browsing my library at school. I think was about twelve or thirteen. I had just finished two other reads, The True Confessions of Charlotte Doyle (YA historical), and Say Goodnight, Gracie (YA fiction/drama).
I needed a change, something altogether different. And it worked well, since Iâve always been fascinated with the supernatural.
The Silver Kiss turned my fledgling romanticâs heart on its axis. It was the first paranormal romance I ever encountered, even though the title was aimed at young adults.
Sa-wooon! The chemistry between Zoe and Simon is undeniable.
Do you remember the novel that made you rethink the whole romance genre?
I recall sneaking my momâs Harlequin books when she wasnât around. But the year I turned sixteen, we went on vacation to Tennessee. For the first time ever while I was on break then, we stayed in a fancy cabin and I had my own room. That evening, the writing observer in me couldnât leave the place alone. I just had to snoop! đ
Lo and behold, there was a somewhat worn copy of Catherine Coulterâs Devilâs Embrace, tucked into a nook. I wasnât sure if the owners meant for an occupant to have a book to read while staying there, or if a previous tenant had left it behind. I was always a bit of a night owl, so I dove into uncharted waters. I wasnât disappointed!
Needless to say, as the novel was a true bodice ripper in style, it blew away all my expectations for a romance story. I never knew historicals could be so hot! âĽâĽâĽ
Coulter is at fault, setting the stage for me to read slightly dark, racier reads later on. LOL.
SoâŚwhat about you? Do you recall the romance books that first compelled and inspired you?
Letâs take a poll. Your answers will probably be limited in the polls, but feel free to go into more detail in the comment thread below. Tell us your history as a romance reader! đ
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Which romance novel did you first read, and where were you at the time? Same goes for the second question.
Which novel caused you to rethink the whole romance genre?
I look forward to your responses! đ
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New Release Feature: Directions of the Heart by Marie Lavender
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A new book released yesterday! Check it out! đ
I am pleased to announce a great book release by well, yours truly! My modern romantic drama collection, Directions of the Heart, officially released this week!
Yay! Awesome!
When a new book comes out, itâs always an exciting time for an author!
I am thrilled to show Directions of the Heart to readers today. âĽ
This is the blurb for Directions of the Heart:
Embark on a remarkable journey of drama, romance, and passionâŚ
In all of these amazing stories, thereâs one burning questionâŚis love worth the risk?
Without You
Reece and Jenna are two childhood friends separated by time and distance. Can they find a way to heal their bond, or perhaps forge a new one?
Strange Heat
Spurred by her friendâs close call, Victoria decides to take a risk and prove the lifestyle she led was her downfall. But as Tory sinks deeper into the tumultuousâŚ
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