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Books to Read if You Like Rachel Gibson

Romance author Rachel Gibson has been writing ever since she was 16 when she ran her car into the side of a hill and had to come up with an explanation for her parents. Readers have seen her as one of the freshest voices in contemporary romance, and her successes as an author are nothing short of stellar. Her Chinooks Hockey Team series is a fan favorite, and the books in this series have continuously received rave reviews on Amazon. Like your book boyfriends a deeper shade of bad? Then check out our Bad Boys of Summer post!

Books to Read if You Like Rachel Gibson


Kathy

T.L. Haddix

Release Date: April 19, 2016

Kathy Browning was forever changed when she witnessed the murder of her children at the hand of her husband. Years after the tragedy, she's still battling with depression. When she's just about given up all hope, Charles Kelly shows up in her life and decides that he needs to keep an eye on her. He's aware of some parts of her troubled past, but it takes another life threatening situation for him to realize just how deep her wounds go.

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Heroes Are My Weakness

Susan Elizabeth Phillips

Release Date: August 26, 2014

Annie Hewitt is a broke actress who shows up on Peregrine Island when she's at a loss for what to do with her life. Since her career was going nowhere, she had resorted to putting on puppet shows. With her puppets in tow and the romance novels that she loves, she arrives at Moonraker Cottage. There, she finds a man who betrayed her when they were teens and whom she can't quite forgive. Is he the villain that she remembers, or has he changed?

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Sweet Surprise

Candis Terry

Release Date: January 27, 2015

Single mom and cupcake shop owner Fiona Wilder has a habit of running into trouble. This time, trouble comes in the form of firefighter Mark Halsey who she can't seem to resist. He has a lot of demons haunting him from his past, and he doesn't want to get involved with his best friend's ex. Will Fiona and Mark be able to fight their attraction, or will they go down in flames?

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The Girls of Mischief Bay

Susan Mallery

Release Date: February 24, 2015

As the girls from Mischief Bay deal with the struggles of life, they realize that everything is much easier when they have their friends by their side. Nicole Lord wants to be a good wife, but her husband leaves all of the work around the house for her to do all by herself. Shannon Rigg is now the VP at her firm, but she may be sacrificing a great relationship in the process. Pam Eiland's kids have now all left the nest, and she is struggling to rekindle the romance with her husband.

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Moondance Beach

Susan Donovan

Release Date: September 1, 2015

Navy SEAL Duncan Flynn left his hometown of Bayberry Island years ago, so he's not a happy camper when he has to return. He arrived just in time to help his family prepare for the annual Mermaid Festival, which is based off of a mermaid statue that allegedly grants true love to the pure of heart. Adelena Silva has loved Duncan since they were young, so she's determined to not let him get away when he returns. But she has a secret that might keep them apart forever...

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The Beach Wedding

Lucy Kevin (aka Bella Andre)

Release Date: February 3, 2016

Liz Wilkinson is now overseeing a wedding venue that promises to help Hollywood stars have a paparazzi-free wedding. She wants to do everything that it takes to put her company on the map, but that might mean she has to work with her ex-fiancé. Jason Lomax is thriller writer, so he writes plot twists for a living. But he never could have expected that his ex would want to work with him, let alone see him again.

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Books to Read if You Like Joe Hill

Did you know that Stephen King has a son who is also a writer? Well, if you clicked on this post, then you probably do. Joe Hill has written both novels and comic books, all of which have centered around the themes of horror, fantasy, and science fiction. The apple doesn't fall very far from the tree, does it? His bestseller Horns was even made into a movie featuring Daniel Radcliffe! If you're looking for a thrilling new novel, check out this list of books to read if you like Joe Hill.

Books to Read if You Like Joe Hill


Silk

L.M. Pruitt

Release Date: April 19, 2016

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Twenty years ago in the town of Silk, a group of children went into the woods and only three returned. What happened that night is still a mystery to this day, and strange things are beginning to happen again.

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A Head Full of Ghosts

Paul Tremblay

Release Date: June 2, 2015

The Barretts were living a normal, suburban life until their teenage daughter, Marjorie, starts to shows signs of schizophrenia. Desperate for help as Marjorie descends further into madness, they turn to a Catholic priest to conduct an exorcism. Since they are down on their luck and short on cash, the family agrees to be filmed for a hit reality television show. 15 years later after the horrors have all ended, Marjorie's younger sister, Merry, is interviewed about the psychological torment that she witnessed at such a young age.

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Finders Keepers

Stephen King

Release Date: June 2, 2015

Writer John Rothstein hasn't released anything since he created the character Jimmy Gold, and Morris Bellamy is enraged. His rage drives him to murder Rothstein and steal all of his unpublished works. After Bellamy hides everything he stole, he is captured and taken to prison. Upon his release 35 years later, he discovers that his treasure has been stolen. No one but detective Bill Hodges and his associates stand in the way of his plan for revenge.

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Abandon

Blake Crouch

Release Date: January 26, 2016

On Christmas in 1893, all of the people in a remote gold-mining town completely disappeared without a trace. One hundred and sixteen years later, two guides lead a history professor and his daughter to the town so they can try to find out what really happened. But the last group of people to do that vanished and were never heard from again...

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Trigger Warning

Neil Gaiman

Release Date: February 3, 2015

Trigger Warning is Gaiman's third collection of short stories. It features a trove of horror and ghost stories that explore the realm of human emotions. From the worlds of American Gods and Doctor Who to the adventures of Sherlock Holmes, the tales told in this book are sure to captivate you and help you explore your own vulnerabilities.

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The Library at Mount Char

Scott Hawkins

Release Date: June 16, 2015

Carolyn isn't that different from everyone around her. She used to be a normal American until she was taken in by a man called Father. Along with a group of other adopted siblings, she studied books from Father's Library and learned the ways of his ancient customs. All of a sudden, Father goes missing and Carolyn must fight to protect his secrets held in the Library.

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Cozy Mystery Books to Read for the Wannabe Sleuth

When you feel like taking a crack at a good mystery without being weighed down by all of the violence and downright unpleasantness that can come with the territory, it doesn’t take a professional sleuth to know a cozy mystery is the answer. Still not sure where to begin? Never fear, we’ve compiled a list Cozy Mystery Books to Read for the Wannabe Sleuth.

Looking to read more cozy mysteries? Find them in our posts including Miss Marple, Denise Grover Swank, Female Sleuths, Culinary Twists, Cozy Mysteries, More Cozy Mysteries, Cozy Beach Reads, and Pool-side Reads.

Cozy Mystery Books to Read for the Wannabe Sleuth


Mug Shot: A Java Jive Mystery

Caroline Fardig

Release Date: April 19, 2016

Mug Shot

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Full of humor and suspense, the bestselling Java Jive series heats up as the irrepressible heroine of Death Before Decaf faces off against Nashville’s high society to solve a shocking murder. Former musician Juliet Langley has barely had a moment off since taking over management of the coffeehouse owned by her best friend, Pete Bennett. When Pete is arrested for the murder of his snobby socialite girlfriend, Juliet will have to crack the case before the killer comes back for another shot.



Murder in E Minor

Robert Goldsborough

Release Date: November 13, 2015

Just two years after his retirement, Nero Wolfe's past returns with deadly intent. Maria Radovich — the daughter of Wolfe's old freedom fighter compatriot, New York Symphony conductor Milos Stefanovic — requests his help. Her father has been receiving death threats. Before Wolfe can solve the case, Stefanovic is murdered, and for the first time in years, Wolfe and his trusty assistant must go to war.

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The Pot Thief Who Studied Pythagoras

J. Michael Orenduff

Release Date: January 28, 2014

Hubie Schuze must solve the case of a $25,000 pot theft — or he could be in serious trouble. A dealer of ancient Native American pottery, Hubie has spent years digging for artwork in New Mexico. He's a thief, and a proud one at that. But he didn't steal the missing rare pot worth $25,000 from a local museum, even though a federal agent suspects he's the culprit. Hubie must find the thief quickly, or risk cracking something even more fragile — his skull.

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The Big Brush-Off

Michael Murphy

Release Date: February 9, 2016

The glamorous crime-solving duo of Jake and Laura Donovan return in Michael Murphy's witty, fast-paced mystery series — perfect for fans of Dorothy Cannell and Christopher Fowler. Ten years ago, the murder of a teenage girl interrupted life in the quiet Pennsylvania town where Jake worked as a Pinkerton detective. Left unsolved, the case has always gnawed at Jake. Can he and Laura find the truth as they dig up old ghosts?

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Digging Up Bones

Aimee Gilchrist

Release Date: February 24, 2016

Helen Harding is really good at picking losers. Her exes range from merely lazy to legitimately criminal, and everywhere in between. After leaving another fiancé, Helen is desperate to get out of town. When her aunt Penny is murdered, Helen takes it upon herself to seek atonement — much to the chagrin of the local volunteer sheriff.

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There's Something About Marty

Wendy Delaney

Release Date: January 28, 2016

It was bad luck that Marty McCutcheon died on his birthday. Then again, since Marty is the third husband his young widow, Victoria, has buried, maybe luck had nothing to do with it. As Deputy Coroner Charmaine Digby looks into the case, she decides Victoria McCutcheon is either the most skilled liar she's ever encountered, or someone else has implicated her in a vast web of lies to cover their tracks.

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Bestsellers Now in Paperback: April 2016

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Giveaway: "Warped Justice" by Kevin Schwartz

Enter to win a copy of Warped Justice by Kevin Schwartz. We are giving away 20 eBook copies of this thrilling new book!*

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Warped Justice is Kevin Schwartz's debut novel, and it is a legal thriller about revenge and murder. In the novel, defense attorney Peter Garrison finds himself as the prime suspect of a murder case after a frustrated client seeks revenge. Earlier this year, we featured Warped Justice in a post of books to read if you like John Grisham. Fans of John Grisham, James Patterson, and Scott Turow are sure to love this new release!

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Publication Date: January 20, 2016

The law will protect you. Until it doesn't.

When Peter Garrison's failed defense of a client leads to a retribution plot against him, he's forced to confront a nemesis intent on destroying him. Jason Felding seeks payback after his teenage brother winds up sodomized and mentally scarred during an unfair incarceration. He targets the restaurant owner who put his sibling behind bars and the lawyer who couldn't get a simple underage drinking case dropped. Obsessed with justice, Jason murders the snitch and, in an elaborate ruse, frames Peter as the killer.

Peter finds himself the prime suspect in a murder that rocks the small town of Quincy, Vermont, a cruel irony since he left his firm frustrated that guilty clients sometimes escape punishment, while innocent ones are convicted. With the help of a crafty private investigator, Peter vows to solve the crime and save his reputation. But as Peter closes in on the truth, both he and his new girlfriend may be next on Jason’s hit list.

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Books to Read if You Like Fern Michaels

From sweet family sagas to thrilling mysteries, Fern Michaels has been writing for the majority of her life. With all of that hard work, she's written nearly 150 books, 90 of which have been New York Times Bestsellers! Fern often writes with her dogs by her side, which honestly sounds like heaven. If you love her women's fiction and family sagas, we have just the thing for you! Check out this list of books to read if you like Fern Michaels.

Books to Read if You Like Fern Michaels



A Family Affair: The Wish

Mary Campisi

Release Date: April 14, 2016

A Family Affair


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Bree Kinkaid is finally getting her happily-ever-after with Adam Brandon, but it won't come easy. Adam is "Mr. West Coast," and he's basically the perfect guy. He's handsome, intelligent, and kind— what more could you ever want? But he is a wounded hero in need of a second chance... will he find that in Magdalena, New York?



Whisper Beach

Shelley Noble

Release Date: June 16, 2015

15 years ago, Vanessa Moran fell in love and lost her virginity, but not to the same boy. She was ashamed, so she fled from Whisper Beach, New Jersey and everything she once loved. When best friend's husband passes away, she must return to the place she once called home. She thought she would just pay her respects and leave, but her old girlfriends have other plans...

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What We Find

Robyn Carr

Release Date: April 5, 2016

In her busy life and high stress career, Maggie Sullivan has hit a wall. An emergency high-risk procedure results in the death of a teenager, which thrusts Maggie into the middle of a lawsuit and causes her a great deal of anxiety. She decides that she needs to return home to Sullivan's crossing for comfort, but her world will be rocked again in a way she never expected.

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Isn't It Rich?

Sherryl Woods

Release Date: March 1, 2016

Tycoon Richard Carlton knows that his Aunt Destiny has ulterior motives when she introduces him to Melanie Hart, a klutzy PR executive who is both brilliant and beautiful. Richard doesn't know if he's ready to open himself up to love again, even though she makes his pulse race. When the press thinks that they're a couple, they are forced to face their feelings for each other.

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The Promise of Rainbows

Ava Miles

Release Date: January 13, 2016

Jake Lassiter was a great hero in the military, but the tragedy of war changed his life forever. Now he is a country music star, using music to help him work through his feelings and pains. When he meets Susannah McGuinness, he feels a deep connection to her and thinks she may be able to heal his wounds. She's the kind of girl who has always believed in the "promise of rainbows," even when times get tough. Jake and Susannah may just be the perfect pair.

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Tender is the Night

Barbara Freethy

Release Date: April 4, 2016

FBI agent Kate Callaway is on her way to San Fransisco for a wedding when her boss asks her to make a side trip to help ex-agent Devin Scott find a serial arsonist. Kate's beauty is distracting to Devin, but he knows that he has to stay focused on solving the case. While fighting their attraction for each other, the investigation just might put their lives on the line.

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Books to Read if You Like Historical Suspense

The genre of historical suspense has so many possibilities. From daring spies during World War II to corruption within old royal families, fiction inspired by historical events can reconnect us with our past and spark our imaginations. If you're a fan of mysteries or historical fiction but have never read a book that could fall under both genres, the combination will thrill and excite you. Check out our list of books to read if you like historical suspense, it's always great to try something new!

Not keen on thrillers, but love the history? We get it. That's why we've written posts featuring historical mysteries, WWII historical fiction, and historical romances.

Books to Read if You Like Historical Suspense


A Portrait of Perfection 

Vicki Hopkins

Release Date: April 3, 2016

A Portrait of Perfection


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Damon Thorburn's one goal in life is to find the perfect wife, but that hasn't been going so well for him. After two failed attempts, he becomes interested in Eve Seymour, who embodies everything that he loves in a woman. Mesmerized by his status and charm, Eve agrees to marry Damon. They will learn, however, that love isn't easy when a relationship is built on a foundation of lies.



Mission to Paris

Alan Furst

Release Date: June 12, 2012

It's late summer of 1938, and film star Fredric Stahl is headed to Paris to make a movie. The Nazis, who know he's coming, think that he will be a perfect agent of influence in this time of political warfare. Little do they know, Stahl has become part of the informal spy service that is run out of the American embassy.

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The Art Forger

B.A. Shapiro

Release Date: May 21, 2013

25 years after one of the biggest unsolved art thefts in history, one of the stolen paintings is delivered to a young artist Claire Roth's art studio. She makes a deal with a powerful gallery owner to forge the painting, but she soon begins to think that the painting itself is a forgery.

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The Girl from Krakow

Alex Rosenberg

Release Date: September 1, 2015

In 1935, Rita Feuerstahl wants to enjoy her freedom at the university in Krakow. Alas, life doesn't always go as planned. As war grows more and more inevitable, Rita is forced to deal with marriage, a love affair, and a child. She has a secret that could cost the Allies everything, and she must try to keep it while coping with the stresses of wartime.

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The Other Side of Silence

Philip Kerr

Release Date: March 29, 2016

World War II has ended, and Bernie Gunther is now working at the Grand-Hotel du Cap-Ferrat in the French Rivera. He gives great touring tips, and one of the richest and most famous writers in the world may need just that. The writer, W. Somerset Maugham, is being blackmailed for his unorthodox style and needs professional advice to help him survive.

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The Paying Guests

Sarah Waters

Release Date: September 16, 2014

It's 1922 in London, and things are tense. People are out of work, hungry, and desperate for change. But life is about to change for a house of bereft brothers, husbands, and servants as impoverished widow Mrs. Wray and her spinster daughter start to take in lodgers. Their new tenants will shake up their lives, and the disturbances may be more far-reaching than they originally thought.

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Books to Read if You Like Diana Palmer

Do you ever imagine yourself being whisked away into the sunset by a handsome cowboy on a horse? Then you're probably a fan of western romances, and it's likely that you've heard of Diana Palmer. Many of her over 115 romance novels have featured country crooners who could easily win your heart. She has more new releases coming out this year, including Mercenary's Woman (which was just released on April 11th) and The Winter Soldier (coming out on May 16th). If you're eager for these new books but need more to read in the meantime, check out this list of books to read if you like Diana Palmer.

Books to Read if You Like Diana Palmer


Southern Comfort

Ciana Stone

Release Date: November 23, 2015

Analise Becke is a romance author, and she dreams up her characters by combining the looks of her favorite western actor and the things she discovers in her online chats with her friend, Riley Morgan. Riley is a Texas rancher, and he looks forward to his conversations with Analise more than he'd like to admit. When passion and danger come to Cotton Creek, Texas, Riley and Analise will face the biggest surprise of their relationship.

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Once a Rancher

Linda Lael Miller

Release Date: March 29, 2016

Slater Carson is a filmmaker by trade but a cowboy at heart. When he sees a young teen named Ryder getting into trouble, he offers him a job at his family's ranch. Ryder's guardian, Grace Emery, happens to be gorgeous, so Slater doesn't mind keeping a close eye on her as well. Grace, busy with her job and caring for her ex-husband's son, considers Slater a distraction that she cannot afford. When she runs into trouble, will Slater be the one there to help her?

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Noah's Journey

C.A. Harms

Release Date: February 2, 2016

Noah spent years trying to figure out what he did to make Stacey leave, and he is heartbroken by her absence. After he thought he had moved on, he past came thundering back to haunt him. He is growing closer to Alena, who is drawn to his charm and character. Will she be able to handle the secrets of Noah's past and become part of his new journey?

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Ace's Wild

Sarah McCarty

Release Date: February 1, 2015

Ace Parker is a restless cowboy who grows restless with life on the range, so he spends time in lawless town of Simple, Texas to feed his darker side. Suddenly, new teacher Petunia Wayfield recruits the cowboy to help rid the town of drunkenness and card playing. In return, he demands something that she may not want to give him.

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Stolen Moments

B.J. Daniels

Release Date: November 1, 2015

Seth Gantry is the kind of man that Levi's dad warned her about— a cowboy with dashing looks and a charm that is easy to fall for. All of a sudden when a killer starts to stalk her, Seth claims to be her bodyguard and takes her away to a safe house. Can Levi figure out where the real danger is?

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Ransom Canyon

Jodi Thomas

Release Date: September 1, 2015

Rancher Staten Kirkland is the last descendant of Ransom Canyon's founding father. When he is overwhelmed by troubling memories from his past, he goes to the lovely and reclusive Quinn O'Grady. Young Lucas Reyes wants more than just being a ranch hand's son, and he dreams of leaving and going to college. Yancy Grey is a common criminal who is comes to Ransom Canyon while running away from his troubled past. The lives of all of these characters converge in Ransom Canyon, a place that is beautiful yet unforgiving.

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Interview with Chelsea Cameron, Author of Jager


Tell us a little bit about your new release, Jager.

Jagger is the youngest of the Caldwell brothers and probably the one with the biggest heart of them all. When he sees wrong – or in this case hears wrongdoing – he’s not one to sit back and do nothing. He’s definitely an actions speak louder than words kind of man.

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

My literary heroes working today – Kristen Ashley. I admire her drive, her dedication, and her talents to build these worlds that many overlap always giving the reader more of the characters they love.

Who is your favorite couple from literature?

My favorite couple from literature – Romeo and Juliet. The forbidden, the passion, the emotion, and the suspense all come together in a story that is unpredictable.

What's your favorite restaurant in Southern Louisiana?

Living in Louisiana is a culinary delight. I am a girl with a huge sweet tooth so my favorite restaurant is Café Du Monde in New Orleans because there is nothing better than a hot beignet from here.

If you had to pick one place to vacation for the rest of your life, where would you choose?

One place I would vacation for the rest of my life is Disney World. I’m a big kid at heart and no matter how many times I’ve gone there I never get enough or see everything.

Do you listen to anything while you write? If so, what's your audio of choice?

I’m a moody writer. Depending on my mood determines what I listen to. The content also effects my audio choices. If I’m working on a darker scene or book then I prefer silence so I can allow myself to dig deeper. If I’m needing to tune out noise (like my kids, love them but they are loud at times) then I listen to music. I love all genres of music so my playlists are all over the place.

What’s your favorite quote or scene from Right?

My favorite part to write in Jagger was Tatiana and the DIY projects for the house. I am addicted to the house flipping shows. In real life, I’m nowhere near crafty enough to do much for my house style. I enjoyed having that come out in her – and I really do hate wallpaper.

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

Just like the Caldwell Brothers series, I live by the motto ‘Be the good in a world full of bad.’ We all have a choice each and every day to wake up and be a positive impact on someone. It can be as simple as holding a door for a stranger that could turn their entire day around. You never know what anyone is really feeling or going through so do the little things because they could turn out to mean the most.

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Interview with Jana Aston, Author of Right


Tell us a little bit about your new release, Right.

Right is my second novel and features the best friend from my first novel, Wrong. When I wrote Wrong I wasn’t sure if I’d even write a second book, but I knew if I did, it would be Everly’s story. She was even more fun to write than I expected her to be. She’s a handful, and not shy about blurting out her opinions. Everly has a really clear plan - and stalking agenda, for her future. In her novel the tables are turned on her and I love it so, so much.

What or who inspired you to become an author?

J.A. Huss! I’d been her assistant for well over a year before I picked up a pen. (Literally, my first book was written almost entirely by hand.) I’d lob ideas at her for books, some of which she liked and some of which drove her nuts, I’m sure. Her style is romantic suspense and mine is romantic comedy. I wanted her to write a book about a hot gynecologist. She told me thanks but no thanks, write that one yourself. So I did, determined it could be done. That turned into my first novel, Wrong.

Who is your favorite couple from literature?

Ana and Christian from Fifty Shades of Grey. Emma and Jack from Can You Keep A Secret.

What was the best part about quitting your day job to become a full time writer?

I did quit my day job to become a full time writer! Like a crazy lunatic. Who writes one book and then quits? This girl. I spent the last five years working at a call center. I hated it, but oddly it was a good job financially and benefit wise. So I thought twice before quitting. But then Wrong really took off and I just thought, screw it. The hours there were awful, and I needed the time to work on my second book, so I walked. So back to your question. The best part is, NO BOSS! And the coffee. It’s so much better at home than the stuff they offer in offices. My keurig and I are very happy together. Seriously though, I think it’s doing things how you want them done. I get to run my business exactly how I want. I don’t have to roll my eyes at company policy or get pissed off about how things are run.

If you had an extra hour each day, how would you spend it?

Relaxing. I feel like I spend all my time in front of a computer.

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

Starbucks, Disney World, London. On the simple end, Starbucks. Especially when I did have a day job. If I didn’t have time to stop and get a venti iced coffee, my day was shot. I needed that treat to get through the morning. Disney World, I am such a nerd, huh? I just love it. It’s peaceful to me, I’m not sure I can explain it. It’s like home. London, I knew I loved London before I even went there the first time. I think I was English in a past life. Sometimes you travel and you think, that was fun, but no way would I live there. And sometimes you travel and think, I could have lived there my whole life. That’s London to me. Also, the accent. Dies.

What’s your favorite quote or scene from Right?

Oh, good question! There are so many moments that I love in this book. I’ll leave you with this one. “It’s okay to rewrite your happily ever after, Everly. Sometimes the right guy is the one you never see coming."

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