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Books To Read If You Like Barbara Freethy

Barbara Freethy is the New York Times and USA Today Bestselling author of contemporary romance, romantic suspense, and women's fiction. If you love romance novels, whether you prefer sweet, steamy, or suspenseful, you've probably fallen head over heels for one of her over 60 novels. If you are looking for a new love story, we think you'll adore these books to read if you like Barbara Freethy!

P.S. I Miss You

by Winter Renshaw

Release Date: September 3, 2018

Dear Melrose. You were a stranger the first time we met. The second time, you were my roommate. The third time, you made it clear you were about to be a thorn in my side. You make my life complicated, but no matter how hard I try, I can't stop thinking about you. Truthfully... I can't stop wanting you.

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The Rocking Stone

by Jill Rutherford

Release Date: June 13, 2018

How long can love last against the social unrest of the South Wales mining valleys? In the early 20th century, grueling poverty and the cruelty of mine owners is taking its toll on families and the love within them. Kate is burdened by a shameful secret. Can she find the deep inner strength she needs or will she lose everything? Then she discovers The Rocking Stone.

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The Fight

by Alice Ward

Release Date: September 9, 2018

I was born with a silver spoon in my mouth, but I built my successful R&D company from scratch. I am always looking for talent and that's how I met Cherry Bomb, the underground MMA fighting princess. After seeing just one match, I was hooked. I sign her on as my newest investment. There's one problem, I want to do more than just spar with her... I want her.

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The Billionaire’s Baby Arrangement

by Krista Lakes

Release Date: September 11, 2018

Jackson Weathers is a Billionaire CEO that needs a family for a PR boost. I have a contract agreeing to give him one. He will get a doting girlfriend in public, a wedding to invite the socialites to, and a baby for him to parade around. I've tried to remain cynical about the supposed loveless marriage. But his tenderness in private has me hooked.

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Josh and Hazel’s Guide to Not Dating

by Christina Lauren

Release Date: September 4, 2018

Hazel Camille Bradford understands that she is a lot to take. Most men are not up for the challenge. If her army of pets and thrill for the absurd don't scare them off, her lack of filter means she'll say exactly the wrong thing in a delicate moment. Josh Im has known her since college. He has always thought of her s more of a spectacle than a peer. But now, ten years later, after his girlfriend cheated on him, going out with Hazel is a breath of fresh air.

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New Mystery and Thriller Books to Read | September 11

Hold on to the edge of your seat as we hunt for clues and solve the case with these exciting new mystery and thriller books for the week! There are so many bestselling authors with new novels for you to dive into this week including Benjamin Bremasi, James Patterson, Dean Koontz, Clive Cussler, and many more. Enjoy your new mystery, thriller, and suspense novels. Happy reading!

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New Romance Books to Read | September 11

Looking to fall in love with some new romance reads? You’ll adore these exciting new novels! This week you can get your hands on books by bestselling authors Winter Renshaw, Alice Ward, Krista Lakes, Jill Rutherford, and more. Enjoy your new romance books and happy reading!

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Interview with Dennis Harrison, author of You Could Be Prime Minister One Day Son

What can you tell us about your new release, You Could Be Prime Minister One Day Son?

This is a legacy document for my family that I believe will be widely appreciated by readers of memoirs and autobiographies. At my book launch on September 1^st held in Brisbane, Australia I had 130 attendees and achieved 57 sales. Now that’s not bad market penetration! Experienced author Pat Noad who introduced me remarked at the end of the launch, “I have never been at a launch where the book signing went longer than the party”, and I might add the food and wine did not run out.

The book’s main over-arching themes are mental ill health of my mother and the impact that had on all members of the family, the love of father and son that resulted, the growth of a boy into manhood and the gaining of courage through five key male mentors. Even today in our enlightened times openly talking about mental ill health is not easy but I have been greatly encouraged by the phone calls and sharing since the launch by people that have similarly felt the pain of a loved family member that has suffered from a mental illness.

Others have thanked me for the window it has given them to the life and times of a baby boomer.

What or who inspired you to become an author?

I needed to process so much in my life and I write to understand self and to understand and interpret life. Life is a grand search. Have a look at the cover of my book if you will. Let me describe it to those of you that cannot see it if you only have the audio of this interview. It shows a father holding his son’s hand as the youngster looks out to sea in utter wonderment, awe and curiosity. The father is looking down at his son, watching out, caring and guiding.

The title of the book “You Could Be Prime Minister One Day Son” reflects the words my father told me throughout my life. He never ceased to encourage me to achieve. His belief in me was constant and unwavering. “You’re a leader of men” he would say; or “You’re a great fieldsman son” even after he had seen many a dropped catch on a Saturday afternoon.

What's on your top 5 list for the best books you've ever read?

“Passions of the Mind” by Irving Stone

“The Tree of Man” by Patrick White

“The Glass Bead Game” by Hermann Hesse

“Ageless Body, Timeless Mind” by Deepak Chopra

“God is Good for You -A Defence of Christianity” by Greg Sheridan is a recent one.

But, it is so hard to limit it to five

Every book you read has an influence over you and I have an eclectic taste in books and an insatiable curiosity.

So, what books do I read is not an easy question to answer. It depends on what phase of my life cycle you point to.

Which books would we be surprised to find on your shelves?

“The Tao of Physics” by Fitjof Capra

“Lizzie” by Lena Kennedy

“Zen and the Art of Motor Cycle Maintenance: An Inquiry Into Values” by Robert Pirsig and by the same author;

“Lila: An Inquiry Into Morals”by Robert Pirsig

“The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People’ by Stephen Covey

You’re hosting a literary dinner party. Which three writers are invited?

Living people:

William McInness – for his humour

Raimond Gaita – to share his pathos, although it could be too painful

Deepak Chopra – for his insight into health, religion and philosophy

If we could talk to past authors:

Earnest Hemmingway

John Steinbeck

James A Michener

What is your favorite thing about Writing?

The discovery of self, the entry into the creative space where new discoveries and possibilities are made. I am at my best in that creative space.

What is a typical day like for you?

I live my day in two halves. I get up early (4.00 to 5.00 am) and write for two hours and then walk for 30 minutes, have breakfast, read paper and catch up with the politics of the day. Then participate in other activities. Crash after lunch because I have already done an 8 hour work day. Afternoon nap and then read in the afternoon. Veg out in front of TV at night.

What scene in You Could Be Prime Minister One Day Son was your favorite to write?

Chapter 57 The Caravan Story

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

“In honour of all that have gone before. In gratitude and thanks Lord.”

Dennis Harrison is the author of the new book You Could Be Prime Minister One Day Son.

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New Books to Read in Literary Fiction | September 11

Literary fiction readers are in for a treat. This week’s latest releases list is full of intriguing reads you won’t want to miss! The new releases list includes so many bestselling authors like Rebecca Serle, Wayetu Moore, Sjon, and many more. Enjoy your new literary fiction books. Happy reading!

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New Science Fiction and Fantasy Books | September 11

Set off on an adventure to new worlds this week! This selection of new science fiction and fantasy books will surely please! Science Fiction fans should be excited about the latest from bestselling authors J.R. Mabry, B.J. West, Brey Willows, and more. If Fantasy is what your library needs, you’ll be able to pick up the latest from Terry Brooks, Jill Cooper, and more. Enjoy your new science fiction and fantasy books. Happy reading!

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New Young Adult Books to Read | September 11

Are you an avid reader of Young Adult books? This week you are in luck! With all of these new novels, you’re bound to find a new favorite book to add to your reading list. This week includes new novels from bestselling authors Scott Westerfeld, Ellen Goodlett, Parker Peevyhouse, and many more. Enjoy your new young adult books. Happy reading!

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New Biography and Memoir Books to Read | September 11

Looking for some new biography and memoir books for your library? There are so many new releases this week that you’re bound to find a new favorite. You can pick up new novels from Dennis Harrison, Lisa McCubbin, Harlow Giles Unger, and more. Enjoy your new biography and memoir books. Happy reading!

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Interview with Jill Rutherford, author of The Rocking Stone

What can you tell us about your new release, The Rocking Stone?

The Rocking Stone is the story of a young woman in the early 20^th century who lives in the poverty stricken area of the South Wales Mining Valleys. She thinks she is incapable of loving someone but then meets Tom. However, she has a secret she must keep from him at all costs.

This is a story of love and betrayal and the struggle of a woman to keep her family together and survive in the social unrest of the world she lives in. The social history and atmosphere are authentic.

What or who inspired you to become an author?

As I’ve been an avid reader all my life I also wanted to be a writer but never really had the confidence to think that I could be. But it was always a dream. Finally, in life, you reach a level where you find the confidence to join creative writing classes and then spend years learning your craft. The final challenge is to achieve success and for me, that is giving pleasure to the people who read my books.

What's on your top 5 list for the best books you've ever read?

Arthur Golden’s, Memoir of a Geisha, it has everything.

Sarah Walters, Fingersmith for the quality of the storytelling and writing.

Agatha Cristie – anything by her – she’s grossly underrated in my opinion.

John Grisham, anything by him is fine by me.

Robert Goddard, again, anything by him is fine by me.

Say you're the host of a literary talk show. Who would be your first guest? What would you want to ask?

Agatha Christie, I’d ask her how she plots her novels.

What's your favorite thing about writing?

I like the whole process even though it’s hard work but holding your book in your hands when it is published is so very satisfying.

What is a typical day like for you?

I always write between 9am and 1pm as that is my creative time. I do this five days a week. Then I try and do something physical, walking the dog, going out somewhere, gardening, whatever gets me moving.

What scene in The Rocking Stone was your favorite to write?

The last two chapters are my favourite, but I won’t say anything more as they would be spoilers.

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

Never give up! If you really want something, persistence often pays off when you think all is lost.

Jill Rutherford is the author of the new book The Rocking Stone.

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Interview with Winter Renshaw, author of P.S. I Miss You

What can you tell us about your new release, P.S. I Miss You?

P.S. I Miss You is probably one of my favorite books to date. It's about a girl in LA who takes over her best guy friend's lease, only when she moves in to his old place, she immediately butts heads with his roommate. While the two of them launch an all out war against each other at first, they can't deny the chemistry between them. But then a confession changes everything.

Who are your literary heroes working today? Why do you admire them?

In the indie world my favorite romance authors are Whitney G, LJ Shen, and Mia Asher. Whitney has the best banter, LJ's books are rich and deep, a fully immersive experience, and Mia writes the most beautiful angsty prose.

What's on your top 5 list for the best books you've ever read?

YOU by Caroline Kepnes
Hidden Bodies by Caroline Kepnes
The Reasonable Doubt series by Whitney G.
Vicious by LJ Shen
Arsen by Mia Asher

What's on your writing desk?

Too much stuff! A paper sorter. A pen cup. A framed picture of my kids. A pair of glasses that help with screen glare. Two pads of Post-Its. A marble coaster. An acrylic phone stand. My notebook and laptop of course. I think that's it.

Where is your happy place? Why does it bring you joy?

I don't really have one happy place. I try to find joy in everyday, ordinary experiences. But I am particularly fond of sitting on the sofa with my laptop in my lap, listening to the rain on a stormy day.

BAM. You're a superhero. What's your superpower?

To predict the future! (At least as it pertains to my books). Every release is different and that makes for some stressful launch weeks. Twenty-odd books later and it's still just as nerve-wracking as the first time.

What scene in P.S. I Miss You was your favorite to write?

When Sutter first kissed Melrose! There was so much tension leading up to that moment, so the payoff was huge for me as a writer. I hope readers feel the same when they get to that chapter.