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Books to Read if You Like Ruth Cardello

Ruth Cardello is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author, specializing in contemporary romance books that feature a combination of escapism and realism. This approach has seen her gain a faithful following of readers. Some of her most popular series include the Barrington Billionaires, Lone Star Burn, Legacy Collection and The Andrades. If you are craving some new romance reads that will get your heart racing, then check out these brand new steamy contemporary romance books we think you will love!

Books To Read If You Like Ruth Cardello



Priceless Kiss

Amelia Wilde

Release Date: July 6, 2017

I’m in the business of acquiring the planet’s most coveted objects. Nothing gives me more of a thrill than finding and buying pieces with unbelievable value… and selling them for a massive profit. That was until I met her. She might have the world’s most tantalizing body, but she’s made it clear that I have no chance. It’s a challenge I can’t turn down. I’ll stop at nothing to make her mine.

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The Island

Alice Ward

Release Date: July 8, 2017

The moment I lay eyes on Kendra Baxter, I know I must have her. But this daughter of a Navy SEAL doesn't take orders. So I do what any powerful billionaire CEO would do — I take her on as my intern. Only, fate has other ideas. My perfect plan of attack is flawed, and our plane crashes on a deserted island. Here, who I am doesn’t matter. I’m not a CEO anymore. I’m just a man.

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Tied

Carian Cole

Release Date: June 24, 2017

He was the myth and the legend of our small town. But no one knew the truth... except me. He’s possibly as damaged as I am. Maybe even more. Scarred just as much on the inside as the outside. He doesn’t speak or smile. He hides in the woods like an animal. I should be scared of him. But I’m not. He’s the only one that has ever made me feel. And I want to make him feel, too.

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Violent Hearts

Linnea May

Release Date: July 8, 2017

Rich, powerful and cunning. At 29 years old, I'm running an empire, I built from the ground up. The political world is next. I want my voice heard and my name on the ballot. But my character credentials are lacking. I need a woman at my side, under contract. Someone with a pretty smile to show off to the public, to make me look like a trustworthy, loyal man. Ann Porter is the woman I want for the job.

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The Cowboy's Nanny

Emerson Rose

Release Date: July 11, 2017

Being branded the sexiest man alive is a curse. The day People Magazine gave me that title and plastered me on every newsstand in the country was the day my life got complicated. Finding a nanny is hard enough, but now every applicant wants to sleep with me, and I don’t do the nanny. It’s my only rule, and I never break it. Until now, when Stella arrived.

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Wicked Grind

J. Kenner

Release Date: July 11, 2017

Photographer Wyatt Royce’s career is on the verge of exploding. All he needs is one perfect model to be the centerpiece of his sexy and controversial new show. Find her, and Wyatt is sure to have a winner. Then Kelsey Draper walks in. Stunning. Vibrant. And far too fragile for a project like this. Wyatt should know—after all, he remembers only too well how their relationship ended all those years ago.

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Interview with Emerson Rose, author of The Cowboy's Nanny

What can you tell us about your new release, The Cowboy's Nanny?

The Cowboy’s Nanny is the second in a contemporary western romance duo, the first being The Cowboy’s Virgin. The stories both take place in Montana and can be read separately as stand alone stories or together as they have reoccurring characters.

The Cowboy’s Nanny is a love story about a gorgeous billionaire rancher named Ash Pride who has serious abandonment issues. He’s more interested in casual one-night stand relationships, but he unexpectedly finds love, thanks to his wild four-year-old son Cannon.

What, or who inspired you to become an author?

I never wanted to be a writer. I had trouble coming up with something clever to say on a birthday card let alone writing an entire novel and writing nursing papers in college was like pulling teeth. Five years ago I was a full-time mommy and a full-time nurse. I had been an avid reader as a child and teenager, but the stresses of life and five children kept me from picking up a good book for a long time. When my pediatrician recommended Jodi Ellen Malpas’s This Man trilogy I was hooked on erotic romance, romance, contemporary romance, anything I could get my hands on. I was also curious about her as an author and read her bio on how she came to be so successful. When I found out she had self-published her books, I thought, maybe I can do it too? One of my co-workers at the hospital, and fellow smut reader encouraged me to go for it, and I wrote, and self-published my first erotic romance trilogy. Now eleven books later I am a published author with Prism Heart Press living a life I never imagined I’d be living.

What fictional literary world would you most like to visit?

I read and write contemporary romance where events take place in the here and now. That being said, I’ve always thought it would be interesting to visit the Shire in Middle Earth from The Lord of the Rings by J. R. R. Tolkien. I don’t typically read high fantasy novels, but at the insistence of a friend I read this one and watched the movies. The Shire is beautiful, and the hobbits lived a simpler life than we do today, I think I might like that.

What’s your favorite thing about writing?

This one is easy, character development. I could spend weeks flushing out my character’s personalities, likes, dislikes, fantasies, dreams and so on and so on. I have a thirty-question character interview that I like to fill out when I am coming up with my new characters. Sadly I don’t get to do as much of this as I used to due to the pace of which I currently write.

BAM! You’re a superhero, what’s your superpower?

My chosen superpower would be similar to Professor Charles Xavier from X-Men. He can control other’s minds with telepathy, memory manipulation, and illusion casting. I also like Rogue’s power to absorb other’s powers and Mystique who is a master shapeshifter. I’m an X-Men geek lol.

How do you like to spend a rainy day?

There are only two ways to spend a rainy day in my opinion. I’m either reading a good book or watching a movie with my kids.

What scene in The Cowboy's Nanny was your favorite to write?

The scene where Stella meets Ash and his wild four-year-old son in the hotel lobby was a lot of fun. Writing child characters is a blast. I love their innocence and lack of tact. I also enjoy writing sex scenes, and Ash and Stella’s first encounter was scorching hot!

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

Why, yes I do! I have signs all over my office that say, Do What You Love. I don’t think you can be an unhappy person in life if you’re doing what you love, and I love writing.

 

Emerson Rose is the author of the new book The Cowboy's Nanny

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New Book Releases Week of July 11

We've rounded up the best new book releases for July 11 and you are in for a treat with so many bestselling authors with exciting novels! If you are a fan of romance you'll fall for the new books from Amelia Wilde, Alice Ward, Carian Cole, Emerson Rose, and Linnea May. The Mystery, Thriller and Suspense genre has some blockbuster releases from Daniel Silva and Kathy Reichs. There's also rivetting reads from Susan Mallery, Laura Dave and Bill Nye. Enjoy these and many more below. Happy Reading!


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Interview with Robin Storey, author of A Time For Penance

What can you tell us about your new release, A Time For Penance?

It’s a story about wealthy socialite Eva Dennehy, who for 20 years has borne the guilt of murdering her first husband Charlie, who was planning to leave her for his mistress.

When she’s offered the opportunity to travel back in time and undo her crime as penance, she accepts – what does she have to lose? Back in her old life with Charlie, her passion for him surpassed only by her torment at his infidelity, she is more determined than ever to prevent him from leaving her.

But her plan plunges her into a world of crime and depravity, and she soon discovers she has even more to lose this time around.

The idea for this novel was inspired by my fascination with the sliding doors moments of our life; those times where the decisions we make alter our destiny – the jobs we choose, the person we marry, where we decide to live.  I often wonder how different my life would have been if I’d made other choices, and would I really want to change it if I had the opportunity?

But until someone invents a time machine, that won’t be possible. The great thing about being a writer is that you can make your characters do what you can’t or you’re too afraid to do yourself. So I made Eva go back in time to re-live her life, resulting in many unforeseen difficulties and obstacles.

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

Wow – that is such a difficult decision to make, but here they are. (not in order of preference).

  1. Lord Of The Rings - J.R.R. Tolkien
  2. Winnie the Pooh - A. Milne
  3. Feel The Fear And Do It Anyway - Susan Jeffers
  4. The Dice Man - Luke Rhinehart
  5. The Wisdom Tree (a series of 5 novellas) - Nick Earls

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

J.K.Rowling.

Do you ever wonder what you’d be doing today if you hadn’t written the Harry Potter books?

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

Invisibility. I’d love to see what really goes on in the corridors of power – and I’d get so much material for books.

What's your favorite thing about writing?

Being able to live in a world that I’ve created in my mind – so much better than reality.

How do you like to spend a rainy day?

Well, I do love writing on a rainy day, but if I was giving myself a day off, I’d spend it curled up with a book or watching a movie.

What scene in A Time For Penance was your favorite to write?

The last one – not because I was relieved at finishing it, (though I was) but because I liked the ending, and I challenge any reader to guess it!

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

Life begins at the end of your comfort zone.

 

Robin Storey is the author of the new book A Time For Penance

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Books To Read If You Like Daniel Silva

Daniel Silva is the New York Times Bestselling Author of popular novels like The Unlikely Spy, The Mark of the Assassin, The Marching Season, and The Kill Artist. Many have named Daniel Silva as one of the greatest American novelists and his body of work has often been referred to as compelling, passionate, haunting and brilliant. If you are looking for an exciting new Mystery, Thriller or Suspense novel, then make sure you check out these books to read if you like Daniel Silva!

Books To Read If You Like Daniel Silva



A Time For Penance

Robin Storey

Release Date: May 7, 2017

For 20 years, wealthy socialite Eva Dennehy has lived with the guilt of murdering her first husband Charlie, who planned to leave her for his mistress. When Eva is offered the opportunity to travel back in time, and undo her crime, she accepts – what does she have to lose? Now she is more determined than ever to prevent him from leaving her. But her plan plunges her into a world of crime and depravity, and she soon discovers she has even more to lose this time around.

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A Game of Ghosts

John Connolly

Release Date: July 4, 2017

Private detective, Jaycob Eklund, has vanished and Charlie Parker is assigned to track him down. Parker’s employer, Edgar Ross, an agent of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, has his own reasons for wanting Eklund found. He was no ordinary investigator - he was obsessively tracking a series of homicides and disappearances, each linked to reports of hauntings.

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Murder Games

James Patterson

Release Date: June 26, 2017

Dr. Dylan Reinhart is a renowned and bestselling author who wrote the book on criminal behavior. When a copy of his book turns up at a gruesome murder scene - along with a threatening message from the killer - it looks like someone has been taking notes.

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The Stolen Girls

Patricia Gibney

Release Date: July 6, 2017

Early one morning, the body of a young pregnant woman was found. The same day, a mother and her son visit the house of Detective Lottie Parker, begging for help to find a lost friend. Could this be the same girl? When a second victim is discovered, with the murder bearing all the same hallmarks as the first, Lottie needs to work fast to discover how the cases are linked.

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Trap the Devil

Ben Coes

Release Date: June 20, 2017

A group of some of the most powerful people in the government, the military, and the private sector, has begun a brutal plan to quietly take over the reins of the U.S. government. They are removing the people who stand in their way and replacing them with their own sympathizers and puppets. They’ve already taken out the Speaker of the House and the president and vice president are next.

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The Switch

Joseph Finder

Release Date: June 13, 2017

Michael Tanner is on his way home from a business trip when he accidentally picks up the wrong computer at airport security. He doesn’t notice the mix-up until he arrives home, but by then it’s too late. Tanner’s curiosity gets the better of him when he discovers that the owner is a US senator and that the laptop contains top secret files.

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Books to Read if You Like New Adult Romances

There's nothing better than young love. That first time always holds a special place in our hearts, but rarely do these love stories go quite according to plan... at least that's what we've discovered from reading romance books! New Adult romance novels are an incredibly popular genre right now and that's because it can span a wide range of writing styles. Some are steamy and some are sweet, but regardless of this, you are always going to be in for a good time. If you are a fan of new adult romances, you'll definitely want to check out these new contemporary romance novels!

Books To Read If You Like New Adult Romances



Steal

Rachel Van Dyken

Release Date: June 27, 2017

I didn't think it could get any worse than having to babysit a bunch of spoiled musicians on set — keeping them out of trouble is a cakewalk compared to seeing my ex every day. Seaside, Oregon isn't big enough for the both of us. She hates me and I loathe her. It was a simple plan — stay the hell away and just make sure she gets to set on time. What I didn't expect was to be faced with our past in front of a live audience — and be forced to face it again.

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A Forever Kind Of Love

Krista Lakes

Release Date: July 1, 2017

Between running a company and a recent attempt on his life, billionaire Carter Williamson doesn't need any more stress in his life. So when a trio of orphan children breaks into the Colorado ranch he's hiding out in, his first instinct is to just let the police handle it. That was before their gorgeous social worker Mia showed up.

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Battle Scars

Emily Goodwin

Release Date: June 16, 2017

I’ve spent the last year hiding my scars, running from the man who gave them to me. What I thought was love turned out to be a nightmare that won’t end, even though I forced myself awake. Love isn’t real. Love only leads to heartache. And then I met him, the epitome of tall, dark and handsome.

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Love Wasted

Shirl Rickman

Release Date: June 21, 2017

When Cassandra Porter was seven years old, she fell in love with her next door neighbor and her best friends brother. Cass loved that boy every single day…until he broke her heart and all that remained were the pieces. Five years and what feels like a lifetime apart, that boy—now a grown and sexy, warm blooded man—is thrust back into her life.

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When Life Happened

Jewel E. Ann

Release Date: June 3, 2017

Parker Cruse despises cheaters. It might have something to do with her boyfriend sleeping with her twin sister.  After a wedding day prank  ends the already severed relationship between the twins, Parker decides to grow up and act twenty-six. Opportunity strikes when she meets her new neighbor, Gus Westman. He’s an electrician with Iowa farm-boy values and a gift for saying her name like it’s a dirty word. He also has a wife.

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False Start

Christine Kersey

Release Date: June 17, 2017

When Sacramento Vipers tight end Brock Remington goes home to take care of his deceased father's affairs, he doesn't expect to run into Ainsley Hunter, his former neighbor and the younger sister of his old high school buddy. The last time he saw her, she was a gangly fourteen-year-old. Now she's all grown up and drop-dead gorgeous. Too bad she's keeping him in the friend zone.

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Interview with Krista Lakes, author of A Forever Kind of Love

What can you tell us about your new release, A Forever Kind of Love?

This is a great, fun read. It has the best happily ever after ending I think I've ever written!

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

This is hard.  I have always loved fantasy, so The Lord of the Rings, Harry Potter, and The Green Rider are my perennial favorites. I love "Pride and Prejudice" (like everyone else) and anything written by Jill Shalvis.

Who is your favorite couple from literature?

Westley and Buttercup from The Princess Bride

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

My first guest would be JK Rowling just because I want to meet her. She is my writing hero.

What's your favorite thing about writing?

I love getting to fall in love a thousand times over. There's a thrill in getting to make  story based on these amazing and powerful emotions. I get to fall in love over and over without ever leaving my office.

How do you like to spend a rainy day?

Jumping in puddles with my kids, then getting warm and watching a movie.

What scene in A Forever Kind of Love was your favorite to write?

I loved writing their first kiss. There is so much build up to it, that when it comes, it is hot and awesome.

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

Always be kind.

 

Krista Lakes is the author of the new book A Forever Kind of Love

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New Book Releases Week of July 4

July 4th is a day for celebration, not only because of Independence Day, but because there's a whole host of new books being released! Those looking for a love story can check out the latest from Rachel Van Dyken, Krista Lakes, Melody Anne and Susan Stoker. Mystery, Thriller & Suspense fans can get a hold of new releases from authors like John Connolly and Robin Storey. New York Times Bestselling Author of The Silver Linings Playbook, Matthew Quick, also has an exciting new book. You can find all of these and many more new book releases across all genres below. Happy Reading!


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Bestsellers Now in Paperback: June 2017

As much as I love the convenience of eReaders and the durability of hardcovers, I find there's something about the feel of a paperback book that can't be matched. Whether I'm slumped lazily in a beach chair with a book in my lap, escaping the hustle and bustle of a crowded airport with an engrossing read perched precariously atop a suitcase, or staying up ridiculously late reading "just a few more minutes" in the lamplight, I relish the escape that comes with turning the next page.

So while summer may be flying by, there's still time to stock up on bestselling books now in paperback! From thrilling mysteries to intriguing literary fiction novels, there are plenty of new books by popular authors for you to enjoy. Get your hands on these bestsellers now in paperback by Liane MoriartyAnna Quindlen, Jennifer L. Armentrout, Roxane Gayand many more!


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New Humor & Satire Novels

Summer is here and that means spending your days out in the sun relaxing with a good book. While it's often good to pick up a mystery, thriller or steamy romance, sometimes you just want a bit of lighthearted fun! That's why we created this list of the best new Humor and Satire novels for you to enjoy. Stop being so serious and dive into these hilarious new release literary fiction releases. Happy reading!

New Humor & Satire Novels



All the F's I Cannot Give

Michael Carlon

Release Date: May 17, 2017

Three weeks before Christmas, mild-mannered marketing consultant, Kelly Carson, gets fired while in an airport lounge. Fiery and controversial starlet, Terri Flynn, overhears the unceremonious firing and comes to the rescue. When their flight ends up canceled, Kelly and Terri hop on a last minute flight to Hawaii, where a series of hilarious events and misfortunes awaits them.

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Rich People Problems

Kevin Kwan

Release Date: May 23, 2017

When he hears that his grandmother is on her deathbed, Nicholas Young rushes to be by her side, unaware that the entire Shang-Young clan also had the same idea. Determined to stake their claim on the matriarch's massive fortune, Nicholas's childhood home turns into a hotbed of speculation and sabotage. This new release from New York Times Bestselling Author, Kevin Kwan, reveals the long-buried secrets of Asia's most privileged families and their rich people problems.

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The Windfall

Diksha Basu

Release Date: June 27, 2017

For the past thirty years, Mr. and Mrs. Jha's lives have been defined by cramped spaces, cut corners, gossipy neighbors, and the small dramas of stolen yoga pants and stale marriages. They thought they'd settled comfortably into their golden years, but when Mr. Jha comes into an enormous and unexpected sum of money, everything changes. After moving from their housing complex in East Delhi to the super-rich side of town, he becomes desperate to fit in.

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Confessions of a Domestic Failure

Bunmi Laditan

Release Date: May 1, 2017

Ashley Keller is a hot mess. The career girl turned stay-at-home mom is suddenly trying to navigate the world of Pinterest-perfect, Facebook-fantastic and Instagram-impressive mommies, but is failing miserably. When Ashley gets a chance to join the Motherhood Better boot camp run by a a mommy-blog-empire maven, she jumps at the chance to be a better mom. This new novel introduces a lovable and flawed protagonist while hilariously poking fun at the societal pressures placed upon new mothers.

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The People We Hate at the Wedding

Grant Ginder

Release Date: June 6, 2017

Paul and Alice's half-sister is getting married! In London! Despite the fancy hotels, expensive restaurants and a reception at a country estate, they couldn't hate it more. As this less than perfect clan comes together and the wedding approaches, Grant Ginder brings to life the power of family, and the complicated ways we hate the ones we love the most.

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Spoonbenders

Daryl Gregory

Release Date: June 27, 2017

Teddy Telemachus is a charming con man with a gift for sleight of hand. After tricking his way into a classified government study about telekinesis, he meets the charming psychic, Maureen McKinnon. After a whirlwind courtship, the two marry and have three gifted children, and become the Amazing Telemachus Family. but decades later, things aren't so amazing. This laugh-out-loud novel tells the story of a family of gifted dreamers and according to Cynthia D'Aprix Sweeney, author of The Nest, is "hilarious, heartfelt and brimming with humanity."

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