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Stranded With Ella – A tale of a ghost, a landslide, and pink hair…

  Stranded With Ella, book 4 in the Military Men series is out today!   Why should you read this book? It has a quirky heroine with pink hair. It has a grumpy alpha soldier hero. There's a ghost. It's set in New Zealand. There is danger. Romance and spicy love scenes. A happy-ever-after ending. Grab your copy at your favorite online book retailer.

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Attending a Cocktail Party? Make Your Own Fascinator Hat!

I'm really excited to introduce my guest today. Maddy Barone writes romance and has a love of all things paranormal. In her own words, "I’ve been writing since junior high. Werewolves, time travel and handsome princes who can wield magic and lead armies are my thing....

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Savory Biscuits: Sesame Crackers

There’s nothing nicer than sitting down with a glass of wine and a few nibbles on a Saturday afternoon, so I thought I’d try my hand at making some crackers. This recipe is taken from Allyson Gofton’s The Great New Zealand Baking Book. These crackers are fairly low in...

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Promotion Secrets with Author Maria Zannini

My special guest today is author, Maria Zannini who recently self-published a paranormal romance called The Devil to Pay. Maria has been out on the virtual road with the Indie Roadshow where she tells writers about her self-publishing journey and the things she's...

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The 13 Step Guide to The Amorous Education of Celia Seaton

I have author, Miranda Neville visiting me today. She's celebrating the release of her historical romance, The Amorous Education of Celia Seaton, which is out at Avon on July 26. Her heroine, Celia is taming a dandy, among other things. Please welcome Miranda and read...

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In Search of The Sun!

It's winter here in New Zealand, and I'm looking out the window at the rain. I could do with some sun! This photo was taken on Waikiki Beach in Hawaii. Hubby and I were sitting at our favorite bar on the beach, drinks in hand and people watching, when I saw this cute...

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Easy Homemade Chocolate Bath Salts

Here's a very easy recipe for homemade Chocolate Bath Salts. Maybe a good school holiday project for children? Chocolate Bath Salts 1 cup Epsom salts 1 cup sea salt or kosher salt (coarse grain) 3 teaspoons cocoa powder 1 teaspoon vanilla extract ½ teaspoon cinnamon 1...

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