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Cover art for LOVE ON THE DOCKS
INDIE
Released: Aug. 3, 2010

"A diverting, lightweight romance."
Two disparate men vie for the affections of a beautiful, hardworking woman in Jarrett's debut. Read full book review >
Cover art for THE ROAD TO DEER RUN
INDIE
Released: April 5, 2010

"Ready for the sequel."
Cooper's debut historical novel is based on real-life events during the American Revolution. Read full book review >
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INDIE
Released: Dec. 11, 2010

"A unique, emotional read that falls just short of its promise."
Stefanile's debut novel traces a romance that transcends time, place, life and death. Read full book review >
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INDIE
Released: Aug. 9, 2010

"A callow but diverting piece of fluff."
An ardent hunk pursues a skittish news-diva across three continents in this frothy romance. Read full book review >
Cover art for THE CIRCLE BROKEN
INDIE
Released: Dec. 11, 2010

"An entertaining, informative account of the beginnings of European settlement in North America."
New novel by retired education professor Johnston explores the competing claims of love, commerce and religion in 17th-century Canada. Read full book review >
Cover art for DRAGON'S BREATH
INDIE
Released: June 23, 2010

"An incendiary melodrama that's also a gripping and soulful saga of California's bravest."
Firemen battle flames and cope with liberated women and fragile romances in Corbiere's debut novel. Read full book review >
Cover art for 320 DOWN
INDIE
Released: March 19, 2010

"A nifty whodunit-cum-love story with a touch of screwball comedy."
A financial sleuth sets her sights on a suspect who seems very guilty and very attractive in this twisty romantic mystery. Read full book review >
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INDIE
Released: Aug. 29, 2009

"Full of intrigue, adventure and romance, though herky-jerky and frustrating at times."
Valenzuela's unique coming-of-age story draws the romantic reader into a tale of abbey life, wealthy aristocrats, young love, untimely death and, ultimately, an unforgettable young girl's heart. Read full book review >
Cover art for OH, THAT I HAD WINGS
INDIE
Released: Aug. 5, 2009

"Engaging, evenly paced story of a young man's journey from first romance to enduring love."
A coming-of-age romance set in the early 20th century. Read full book review >
Cover art for WAITING FOR THUNDER
INDIE
Released: May 5, 2009

"A sassy, sexy Southwestern romance."
A fun, sexy novel about middle-aged romance, second chances and the wide open spaces of big-hearted Texas. Read full book review >
Cover art for COME, LET'S DREAM!
INDIE
Released: Oct. 1, 2008

"A haunting love story and a triumph of literary imagination."
A German social worker is beguiled by a young mentally-handicapped woman in this mesmerizing romance. Read full book review >
Cover art for BREEZE . . . THE MERMAID
INDIE
Released: July 22, 2008

"A charmingly melodramatic love story with a likable protagonist, but only for the most fanatic lovers of mermaid mythos."
A romantic fantasy that does its best to keep up with the many misadventures of a young mermaid exploring the world of humans. Read full book review >