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Mystery & Thriller Where Every Answer Costs Something

Uncover stories where solving the mystery comes with a personal price. These thrillers balance revelation with consequence, making every truth feel dangerous. Ideal for readers who like emotional stakes alongside suspense.

The Kill of the Hunt

by Tim Karney

Release Date: April 28, 2026

If Midsomer Murders were in America, they'd be in Hunt Country. Wisecracking reporter Grady Gallagher is out of his league and in danger. When a viscount’s niece is murdered, Grady must navigate high-society secrets and dodge sinister forces. He’s learning to ride, learning to love, and trying to stay alive.

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The Keeper

by Tana French

Release Date: March 31, 2026

On a cold night in the remote Irish village of Ardnakelty, a girl goes missing. Sweet, loving Rachel Holohan was about to be engaged to the son of the local big shot. Instead, she’s dead in the river.

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Paradox (Cash & Colcord Book 2)

by Douglas Preston

Release Date: April 21, 2026

When a reclusive man is found dead under grisly circumstances in the Colorado wilderness, CBI Agent Frankie Cash and Eagle County Sheriff Jim Colcord, whom we met in the New York Times bestseller Extinction, team up again on their most enigmatic and dangerous case yet. Their investigation uncovers a trail of bizarre killings, baffling money transfers, and a fanatical secret society.

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The Lost Summer (Haven Cliff Book 2)

by Wendy Corsi Staub

Release Date: April 14, 2026

Detective Sergeant Midge Kennedy and her lifelong pals Talia and Kelly have reunited on the twenty-fifth anniversary of the disappearance of their friend Caroline, hoping to put that summer of loss behind them. But as the season draws to a close in Mulberry Bay, Midge is plunged into a missing person case with unsettling ties to the past.

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Deep Dark Truth

by Debra Webb

Release Date: April 14, 2026

Investigative reporter Sarah Newton specializes in debunking myths and superstitions—especially when they’re used to cover up horrific crimes. When a teenage girl is ritualistically murdered, and another girl goes missing, Sarah heads to the coastal village of Youngstown, Maine, to find her next story.

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The Dinner Party

by Freida McFadden

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You're broke. You have no way to pay your rent, and you're about to be evicted. Fortunately, your friend has offered you a job working as a waitress at a dinner party... at an isolated mansion way out on Peyton's Peak. The money will be enough to cover two months' rent and get you back on your feet. It's a golden opportunity that will solve all your problems.

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Romance That Celebrates Love in All Forms

Explore Romance books centered on secrets, dangerous attraction, and relationships that defy the rules. From grumpy heroes to unexpected connections, these novels keep the stakes high and the sparks flying. A must-read list for fans of bold, addictive romance fiction.

Still On Fire (Embers on Nisswa Lake Trilogy Book 1)

by Savannah Birch

Release Date: April 12, 2026

He pulls her from the water like she’s in danger. She kisses him like she’s not. At almost fifty, Trish isn’t looking for love—but one night sparks something she can’t ignore. A heartfelt Minnesota small-town romance about love, loss, and second chances.

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Wild Notes

by Scarlet V. Haines

Release Date: April 5, 2026

Forbidden. Electric. Impossible to resist. When jazz legend Miles Callahan returns to New Orleans, the girl he never touched is all grown up—and off-limits. One storm. One bed. One night that shatters control. In a city of heat and secrets, desire doesn’t fade… it consumes.

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Her Chains Her Choice (Last to Fall Book 1)

by JA Huss

Release Date: April 28, 2026

She took the job for the money. He turned it into a game she can't stop playing. Mafia boss. Homeless heroine. A demerit system designed to break her. A reward system designed to own her. When surrender is the only move left, choosing your chains might be the only freedom she's got.

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How Not to Fall in Love

by Karla Sorensen

Release Date: April 14, 2026

Raising my ten-year-old son, running an animal rescue, and caring for my grandfather leaves zero time for complications, let alone cocky athletes who get under my skin. Too bad the universe didn’t get the memo.

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Kiss Me First (PCU Ice Storm Book 1)

by Riley Paige

Release Date: April 16, 2026

Joining the insomnia thread at PCU was supposed to be harmless, a place to burn through the quiet hours with strangers who'd never know my name. A way to take my mind off the NHL scouts breathing down my neck. Just honesty at 2 a.m. with a girl I only know as LittleTooMuch. I didn't plan to fall for her.

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Love Overboard

by Kandi Steiner

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Ember Reed is finally living her dream: chief stew on a Mediterranean superyacht, sun-kissed days at sea, and the star of Close Quarters, the hottest new reality TV show. But just as she finds her stride, the producers throw her a curveball—by hiring the one man who nearly sank her.

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Literary Fiction That Reveals Life as It Is

These Literary Fiction stories confront uncomfortable truths with clarity and depth. From fractured relationships and shattered certainties to the challenge of rebuilding lives from the ruins of heartbreak, each novel explores the emotional cost of loss and the resilience it takes to move forward. Ideal for readers who appreciate fiction that grapples with identity, belonging, and the quiet bravery found in starting over.

Past Rock Bottom

by Janet McNulty

Release Date: April 28, 2026

A ghost of a man and a woman on the run find unexpected redemption through the fearless compassion of a young girl. Some falls leave you broken—but together, they might just rebuild.

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What She Left Behind

by LNora

Release Date: April 11, 2026

In the early 2000s, Baltimore, ambition, love, and loyalty shaped intertwined lives chasing more. But as secrets surface and relationships fracture, each must confront who they are and what they’re willing to leave behind. A powerful story of identity, friendship, and self-discovery.

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Liberty Landing

by Gail Vida Hamburg

Release Date: April 28, 2026

A sweeping polyphonic, mosaic novel, Liberty Landing narrates the American experience of the twenty-first century through a chorus of lives in a Midwestern town. About family and fracture, love and loss, belonging and exile, it reveals the American Experiment, not as a fixed promise, but as a continuing moral test.

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As Far as She Knew: A Novel

by Diana Awad

Release Date: April 1, 2026

For twenty-three years, Amira Abadi believed she had a strong, loving marriage. But when her husband, Ali, dies suddenly, that certainty shatters with the discovery of a house she never knew existed. As whispers of betrayal spread through their tight-knit Arab American community, Amira refuses to let others define her husband’s legacy—or her path forward.

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If Walls Could Talk (The Dunmara Series Book 1)

by Jean Grainger

Release Date: April 22, 2026

Orla can't believe the bombshell her husband of thirty years has just dropped. The future she imagined is gone, and she's forced to redefine her entire life while grappling with something from her past that doesn't quite add up.

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Maybe It's Fate

by Heidi McLaughlin

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In a moving story of love and loss, a corporate consultant leaves her life behind to care for her dying friend’s children—and finds hope with the small-town coach who steps up to the plate with her. From the author of The Art of Starting Over comes a heartfelt portrait of what it means to build a family, as a young woman navigates grief, guardianship, and the bittersweet gift of falling in love.

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Fantasy That Opens the Door to Magic

Explore Fantasy books where survival means facing ruthless leaders, forbidden magic, and dangerous bargains. From post-apocalyptic worlds to frozen cities ruled by fate, these stories deliver high-stakes adventure with unforgettable heroes, perilous heists, and dark bargains. Perfect for readers searching for immersive worlds, epic rebellions, and magic that blurs every boundary.

The Luck Thief of Frostfair

by Davlin

Release Date: April 12, 2026

A thief. A frozen city. A system that tracks every stolen coin. When Leo's luck stat triggers on the wrong job, he's pulled into a heist that could make him rich or get everyone he cares about killed. LitRPG fantasy where the loot is real, and the consequences are worse.

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Above The Fog

by Christian A Shinkle

Release Date: March 17, 2026

Barely surviving a global apocalypse, Gabe Mills woke up in a strange land. Attacked by predators, assaulted by a bald man, and hunted by warriors, Gabe's life depended on maneuvering through this new planet. Navigating his trespass in another's land, Gabe creates uncommon allies, and when faced with a ruthless leader, he finds himself as a pawn in their battle for control.

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The Vampire and the Barista (The Vampire and Series Book 5)

by E. Broom

Release Date: April 11, 2026

Jamie never thought his life would turn out like this. His dream was to work with old books and have a safe place to live with his siblings. If only there was someone who could help. Ivan knew Jamie was his mate the first time their eyes met. Despite his doubts, if Jamie needed help, Ivan would be there for him.

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Ravenglass Legends (Books 1-3)

by Jon Cronshaw

Release Date: April 27, 2026

They conquered his home. Killed his father. Made him one of them. Ragnar Wolfsbane, heir to Meerand, is taken by the Ostreich Empire and raised as an adopted prince. His sister Maja survives the imperial court with a dangerous gift. Rebellion stirs, secrets spread, and the Wolfsbane name refuses to fade. "Epic fantasy at its best."

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Hunted by the Demon's Vow

by A.N. Caudle

Release Date: April 23, 2026

Seven days. That’s how long the humans selected for the Hunt must survive. On the island, the demons are set loose to hunt them down and indulge in their darkest desires with no rules to stop them.

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Resonance

by Ketley Allison

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I never planned to resurrect anything, let alone silence the witness who caught me. One chaotic night later, I'm property of the Resonance Academy, chained to its most lethal Elite as my personal handler. Falcen Reaves is everything my village warned me about. Tall, lethal, and currently rotting from the inside out with the same forbidden magic now squatting inside my chest.

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Interview with Tim Karney, Author of The Kill of the Hunt

What's the story behind the story? What inspired you to write this book?

Having lived in Hunt Country, Virginia, for over 20 years, I’ve been captivated by its beauty and the unique nature of its culture, history, and traditions. Seeing billionaire equestrian estates sitting alongside the humble cottages of farm workers and grooms creates a fascinating social landscape. After years of attending polo matches and point-to-point races, I realized that if Midsomer Murders were set in the United States, it would surely be right here. I wanted to write stories that wove together the richness of this equestrian setting with fascinating characters and challenging mysteries.

If you had to pick theme songs for the main characters of your book, what would they be?

Grady Gallagher, a wisecracking humor columnist: “Mr. Brightside” by The Killers.
Viscount Sinjin Ravenshire, a British colonel and interrogator: “Iron” by Woodkid.
Elena Verity, a 28-year-old competitive rider: “Unstoppable” by Sia.

What's your favorite genre to read? Is it the same as your favorite genre to write?

My heart belongs to the amateur sleuth mystery, both as a reader and an author. I believe this subgenre provides a richer canvas for storytelling than police procedurals or private eye novels. By stepping outside the boundaries of official investigations, I have the freedom to build more complex characters and develop plots that keep readers guessing until the very last page.

What books are on your TBR pile right now?

I just finished Outfoxed by Rita Mae Brown and loved it for her skill in immersing the reader in the lives of the riders, horses, hounds, and even the foxes that populate Hunt Country while delivering a mystery that kept me guessing. I’m currently reading The Bullet That Missed by The Bullet That Missed. His books are always satisfying. For a change of pace from mysteries, I’ve been reading The Green Bone Saga by Jade City.

What scene in your book was your favorite to write?

The very first scene in the book, when Grady Gallagher, who often thinks as if he\'s writing one of his humor columns, is ruminating on his love/hate relationship with the British before meeting Viscount Sinjin Ravenshire for the first time. His snarky take on life and his refusal to take himself or anyone else seriously contrast well with the suspense and danger of the story to come.

Do you have any quirky writing habits? (lucky mugs, cats on laps, etc.)

Balancing my “real job” as a freelance content writer alongside my passion for writing mysteries usually means that I have to carve out time to work on my novels. I tend to be very focused when I write, and I commit myself to writing 900 words a day. However, sometimes when writer’s block rears its ugly head, I’ve been known to hang upside down on an inversion table to force some blood back into my noggin.

Do you have a motto, quote or philosophy you live by?

“No matter where you go, there you are.” — Ram Dass

If you could choose one thing for readers to remember after reading your book, what would it be?

With all its chances and challenges, life is a wonderful ride. If you fall off, pick yourself up and get right back on the horse. The only time you fail is when you stop trying.

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Science Fiction That Takes You Beyond Reality

Step into science fiction filled with futuristic worlds, advanced technology, and mind-bending concepts. Each story offers a journey beyond the familiar, where imagination meets possibility. Ideal for readers seeking thrilling, thought-provoking escapes.

Saabrina: Xonel

by Seth Cohen

Release Date: April 27, 2026

Saabrina is a Saab, a small, sentient, shapeshifting spacecraft. In Xonel, Saabrina contends with the loss of her partner, Bob, while growing into a mature (mostly) adult. Space operas, the Saabrina series encompass an AI coming-of-age story alongside human lifecycles that prioritize character development and literary quality.

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A Small Town on the Planet Called Heaven (Leif the Lucky)

by Colin Alexander

Release Date: April 5, 2026

What do you do after the starships go home? How do you grow up, live, and raise a family in the only town on a planet? A mysterious death, a disappearance, dangerous rites of passage, and a possible coup in an isolated interstellar colony create a thrilling and toxic brew. An SF story of coming of age, adventure, danger, mystery, and a bit of hope.

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Second Ascent (Ascending Carbon Series Book 2)

by Douglas Phillips

Release Date: April 17, 2026

A space megastructure is taking shape high above Earth that provides habitable land and global transportation. Pioneers include a new breed with an advanced level of consciousness, and their existence doesn’t sit well with some. Journalist Sahalie Spark can help, but first she’ll need to understand a mysterious gift from an alien intelligence.

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Assassin at Allgate (Desire & The Law Book 1)

by Tristis Ward

Release Date: April 28, 2026

A rogue assassin android and a fervent officer of galactic law become the galaxy's most unlikely detective team in a witty cross-galaxy adventure of conspiracies, secrets, and dangerous truths.

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Starship Settler

by J.N. Chaney & Scott Moon

Release Date: April 14, 2026

The star rush has begun, and no one can claim their future fast enough. Unfortunately for the bold men and women sent to explore Greenworld II, they're not the only sentient species interested in the planet.

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The Signal Beneath the Sand (Relic Wars Book 1)

by Hank Garner

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They left a warning. We never listen. Dr. Julian Cross has spent years chasing a theory that destroyed his career: that humanity's ancient past holds secrets too impossible to be believed. When his rogue excavation in the Egyptian desert unearths an artifact that predates human civilization—a seamless black obelisk that hums with alien logic—he realizes he was right about everything.

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Biographies & Memoirs That Go Beyond the Surface

Uncover biographies and memoirs rich with honesty and perspective, exploring personal journeys and cultural experiences. These stories illuminate the truths that shape identity, relationships, and the world around us. Ideal for readers looking for insight, depth, and meaningful storytelling.

True Grit & Horse Spit (Saddle Chronicles Book 1)

by Jody L. Burrage

Release Date: April 1, 2026

True Grit & Horse Spit is a collection of real-life horseback adventures filled with humor, heart, and hard-earned lessons from the trail. From laugh-out-loud mishaps to moments that test grit and resilience, these stories capture the unpredictable—and unforgettable—life of a horseman.

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Ghosts of Sicily

by Mark Harmon & Leon Carroll

Release Date: April 14, 2026

It's 1942, and New York City is at war. German U-boats are sinking ships just miles offshore, and Washington, DC, is convinced that waterfront spies are providing intelligence targeting the ships. To thwart the threat, the Office of Naval Intelligence reaches out to those with the most sway along the waterfronts of Brooklyn and Manhattan – the mob.

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Elizabeth II

by Robert Hardman

Release Date: April 21, 2026

Elizabeth II was not born to reign. Like that other great queen in modern history, Victoria, the throne came to her by indirect means. Yet she would become one of the most beloved monarchs in history, surpassing almost every entry in the royal record book.

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Broken Plea

by Christopher Whitcomb

Release Date: April 28, 2026

Was there more than one killer? Had the crime scene been cleaned and sanitized before the police arrived? Was furniture staged to throw off detectives? In one of the most extraordinary true crime stories ever published, Broken Plea questions what really happened in the house on King Road—and the results of that investigation will astound you.

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When We See You Again

by Rachel Goldberg-Polin

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On the morning of October 7th, 2023, Rachel Goldberg-Polin’s beloved twenty-three-year-old son, Hersh, was stolen from a music festival billed as a celebration of unity and love—and, in that moment, her life was forever separated into The Before and The After.

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Dogs, Boys, and Other Things I’ve Cried About

by Isabel Klee

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A Jersey girl by birth, Isabel Klee had always wanted to live in New York City. At age 20, she got her chance, ditching her college upstate and moving into a grungy basement apartment in Manhattan. Dog-obsessed since childhood, her first post-grad job was becoming an assistant to a dog photographer, and something clicked into place: a career focused on helping dogs was the new dream.

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Interview with Douglas Phillips, Author of Second Ascent

What's the story behind the story? What inspired you to write this book?

Years ago, I wrote a dynamite chapter that ended up getting cut! In it, a functional space elevator appears overnight off the coast of South America. No owner, no explanation. Very mysterious. Last year, I came back to that idea to kick off the Ascending Carbon Series. Book one was wildly successful, and book two, Second Ascent, takes the story to new heights.

What's your favorite genre to read? Is it the same as your favorite genre to write?

I love hard science fiction, particularly when a story reveals something about our amazing universe that isn't well-known or has never been discovered! I'm not talking about magical powers or some insane dreamworld that could never exist. I'll leave those ideas for the fantasy writers. Our real universe has plenty of blow-your-mind qualities that can drive a great sci-fi story, and when you add a touch of fiction by asking, “What if?”, you get an adventure that grabs the reader and doesn't let go. That's what I want to read. And that's what I write.

What books are on your TBR pile right now?

Honestly, I don’t have a TBR pile. For one, I read exclusively on Kindle, so there’s no stack of paperbacks on my nightstand. Instead of queuing books, I’ll peruse the latest efforts from a long list of authors I follow or snoop around the Amazon Top 100 lists to discover authors and books I haven’t noticed. Once every few months, I’ll pick out an old classic from Asimov or Clarke or even Jules Verne and read it just for grins.

What scene in your book was your favorite to write?

In Second Ascent, there’s a scene where a materials scientist tests the physical nature of an impossible container. You see, he’s discovered a material that exhibits Euclidean geometry (normal everyday measures) on one side but hyperbolic geometry on the other. For those who aren’t familiar with hyperbolic geometry, take a look at one of M.C. Escher’s tessellation artworks, where interwoven birds or fish repeat to infinity at the edges. A hyperbolic container could theoretically hold infinite space. Now THAT scene was fun to write!

Do you have any quirky writing habits? (lucky mugs, cats on laps, etc.)

I can't start writing until I have my decaf one-pump almond milk mocha in my hand.

Do you have a motto, quote or philosophy you live by?

For Second Ascent... look up. You'll be amazed by what you find.

If you could choose one thing for readers to remember after reading your book, what would it be?

I’ll paraphrase physicist Werner Heisenberg: the universe is not only grander than we imagine, it is also grander than we can imagine.

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Interview with LNora, Author of What She Left Behind

What's the story behind the story? What inspired you to write this book?

The inspiration came from living in Baltimore as a college student. I wanted to capture the essence of the city in a thrilling and compelling manner.

If you had to pick theme songs for the main characters of your book, what would they be?

For Riley Meyers, it would be “Diva” by Beyoncé.

What's your favorite genre to read? Is it the same as your favorite genre to write?

My favorite genre is actually women’s/literary fiction. While this is a romantic suspense story, it crosses into women’s fiction with an up-tempo plot.

What books are on your TBR pile right now?

So many… An American Marriage by Tayari Jones, and Haruki Murakami—my favorite Japanese surrealist writer—are just a couple on my vast list.

What scene in your book was your favorite to write?

My favorite scene was the fight scene where scandalous information was detected. I enjoyed the graphic descriptions throughout the novel.

Do you have any quirky writing habits? (lucky mugs, cats on laps, etc.)

I have a Neon Author Name sign that I turn on when I am in my writing zone in my office.

Do you have a motto, quote or philosophy you live by?

Follow Your Bliss.

If you could choose one thing for readers to remember after reading your book, what would it be?

We are all human with various challenges, but at the root, we are more similar than not. The human experience would be the message.

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Interview with Scarlet V. Haines, Author of Wild Notes

What's the story behind the story? What inspired you to write this book?

Wild Notes began as a restless ache I could not ignore: the longing for someone you know you should never desire. Even before the story took shape, that tension pulsed through me—music humming in the background, New Orleans thick in the air, and two souls fighting a losing battle against a pull that had already claimed them. Stories of longing, emotional risk, and those breathless pauses before the world tilts have always pulled me in. My favorite love stories are tangled with history, brimming with restraint, fear, and aching need—where a single glance can spark a storm, every silence is heavy with meaning, and one touch can unravel years of careful distance. New Orleans made this story pulse with something deeply personal for me. I grew up wrapped in its rhythm, beauty, contradictions, and soul.

The city is both sensual and haunted, and I refused to let it fade into the background of Wild Notes—I wanted it to breathe through every page. Its music, heat, storms, secrets, and raw emotion shaped this book from the inside out. Miles and Willow arrived in my mind already sparking with chemistry, but it was their raw vulnerability that kept me close. Beneath the temptation, this story is about what happens when two people can no longer hide from themselves—when desire, loyalty, timing, and fear crash together. More than anything, I wrote this book to capture that electric instant when wanting turns into truth, and when two people must finally confront what they have tried so hard not to name.

If you had to pick theme songs for the main characters of your book, what would they be?

For Miles, I’d choose “St. James Infirmary” by Dr. John. He has that same smoky, wounded, dangerous quality—a little swagger, a little sorrow, and a lot buried beneath the surface. For Willow, I’d choose “Anyone Who Knows What Love Is (Will Understand)” by Irma Thomas. She’s emotional, defiant, tender, and much stronger than people give her credit for, and that song carries all of that beautifully. For the two of them together, it would be “Fire on the Bayou” by The Meters. That song is pure heat, rhythm, temptation, and trouble, which feels exactly right for them. And for their storm-trapped, one-bed hotel room moment, I’d pick “Such a Night” by Dr. John—because that scene is all atmosphere, danger, hunger, and the feeling that once the line is crossed, nothing is ever going back to normal.

What's your favorite genre to read? Is it the same as your favorite genre to write?

Romance will always be my first love, both as a reader and a writer. I’m especially drawn to stories with emotional depth, sharp chemistry, strong character voices, and relationships that feel earned. I love contemporary romance, forbidden romance, second-chance love stories, Southern-set romances, and yes, mafia romance too. So the answer is yes—the genre I most love to read is absolutely the one I most love to write.

What books are on your TBR pile right now?

My TBR pile is always a little unruly, which feels very on-brand for me. It’s usually a mix of contemporary romance, Southern fiction, mafia romance, and a few beautifully written novels I keep promising myself I’ll savor slowly and then end up devouring in a weekend. I’m always drawn to books with a strong sense of place, layered characters, and prose that makes me stop and reread a sentence just because it’s that good.

What scene in your book was your favorite to write?

My favorite scene to write was the hurricane hotel room scene. That was the moment everything I love about Wild Notes came together: forced proximity, buried desire, emotional danger, and two people running out of places to hide. One storm, one room, one bed, and years of tension finally pushed to the surface. It felt moody, intimate, and deeply New Orleans—the emotional heart of the book.

Do you have any quirky writing habits? (lucky mugs, cats on laps, etc.)

I do. I love writing with a big mug of chicory coffee nearby, and I’m forever jotting down lines on scraps of paper, receipts, sticky notes, or whatever happens to be closest when inspiration hits. Music is a huge part of my process too—I usually build a playlist for a book before I’m even deep into drafting it. And when I’m really in the zone, I absolutely pace around the room acting out dialogue like no one can see me.

Do you have a motto, quote, or philosophy you live by?

Mine would probably be: tell the truth, even when it’s messy. That applies to life, and it definitely applies to writing. The stories that stay with me are the ones willing to be honest about desire, fear, regret, hope, and the risk of loving someone anyway.

If you could choose one thing for readers to remember after reading your book, what would it be?

That love is rarely neat, but that does not make it any less real or worthwhile. I hope readers come away remembering that some of the most powerful love stories are the ones that ask the most of us — the ones that arrive with history, risk, scars, and a little ruin, and still feel worth choosing.

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