Welcome March!

Hey y'all!

Happy Friday! Winter is on it's last legs and I'm looking forward to spring. How about you? I'm already planning what I'm planting in my garden. I think I've even talked my sister into doing some container gardening this year.

Exciting News!

I made it into the Top 5 finalists for the 2024 it's Lit Literary Awards in Sports Romance category! Thank you so much for your votes and support. Even if this is as far as I go, I'm humbled to have one of my stories be recognized by readers as one of their favorites.

Writing update

I'm a hair's breadth away from typing 'The End' on Ever. I paused writing Draft Pick and my latest Midnight Locke project to focus on it completely.

It has been a journey, and I'm very pleased with Ash's and Nikki's story. Prepare yourself for a ride. These two don't just bring the heat, they tug the heart strings.

Paid members of my Patreon community have read each chapter so far and the consensus has been that the story is moving and they are loving it. I sincerely appreciate the honest feedback as it helps me craft a book that will resonate with readers, which is always my goal.

Since, I'm close to being done, it's Cover Reveal Time!

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Detective Asher Peterson has a problem. Nichelle Reed. She’s running from him, and he wants it to stop. From the moment he sees her, he knows they’re right for each other, but she keeps him at arm’s length. Convincing her to give their relationship a real chance is his toughest assignment yet. But Asher is prepared to do anything to make Nichelle a permanent part of his life.

Personal security specialist Nichelle ‘Nikki’ Reed doesn’t have problems. She is the problem. Living her life freely and on her own terms, she isn’t in the market for a relationship, no matter how much she wanted to climb the mountain of a man better known as Asher Peterson. Pseudo-friends with benefits she could handle. An exclusive relationship with a man, who turned her insides to mush with a single touch, isn’t part of the plan.

As they navigate their changing dynamic, personal and professional issues arise. Nikki’s past, from her time as a Marine, returns to haunt her, posing a potential threat. A secret is uncovered, which throws Ash’s relationship with his family into chaos. Together, Ash and Nikki face their personal demons while performing their professional duties.

Can their arrangement turned relationship survive the obstacles they encounter? Is their foundation strong enough? Or will genuine love remain the mountain too high to climb?

**Author's Note**

This book contains subject matter that could evoke intense emotions. While it is a love story, there are instances of violence, death, child abandonment, strong language, physical and emotional abuse, parental manipulation, police brutality, and human trafficking. 

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Event Recap

My first time as a featured author at Coastal Magic was a positive experience. I met new readers and made new author friends. If you're on TikTok, you might've seen my antics with my friend Author Michel Prince (@michelprincebooks). She's always able to talk me into playing around in front of the camera. 😂

That's all for now.

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Thank you for rocking with me!

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Sexy Scenarios: Volume I

Enter a world where a wife suggests to her husband that he allows her to pick a girlfriend for him, and the result is her living a night she’s never experienced with the man she married…and a few guests. Or take a foray into a place where a woman’s lawyer gets her more than she dreamed in the divorce, then gives her everything else in one passion-filled night. 

You could also journey into outer space as a woman falls asleep in her own bed on New Year’s Eve and wakes to find herself the unfortunate…or fortunate…guest of an alien who’s decided she’s perfect for his particular needs. Perhaps you enjoy a delightful fairy tale retelling. One where the Big Bad Wolf eats Red just like he’s supposed to.

Sexy Scenarios Volume One is a collection of erotic short stories. There are numerous tropes covered, from exhibitionism to alien abduction, cheating boyfriend, mean boss, mafia, and brother’s best friend. This volume began as a series of erotic shorts on Kindle Vella and was expanded to include additional stories. These steamy shorts are perfectly bite sized for someone who wants a steamy read, but doesn’t have a lot of spare time.

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Draft Pick Season III: Denzel

Denzel Reyes went from breaking records in professional football to breaking barriers in boardrooms and on camera as a sports analyst. What he can't afford to break is the heart of the woman who stole his...Dominique Truman.

Dominique is no stranger to breaking barriers. A super star on the rise, she's kicking down doors previously closed to actresses who look like her. Plus-sized. Dark skinned. With natural kinky-coily hair. She has no intention of becoming one of Denzel's many conquests, but Mr. Reyes has other plans.

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Draft Pick Season IV: Vitaly

Vitaly Antonov has carved his own path out of his brother's shadow. Being the hockey's most sought-after goalie had its perks. Too bad his agent's sister, Jacelyn Shannon, wasn't one of them. At least not yet.

Jacelyn Shannon had learned long ago she was better off depending on herself. Being everything for everyone else was okay. But she stayed solid and solitary. Jacelyn had no desire to link her life with anyone else. Too bad Vitaly Antonov isn't just anyone.

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Left (Family Secrets, and Lies Series Book 1) by Niccoyan Zheng  

For over 25 years, Emmanuel Scott’s life has been the epitome of success and happiness. Married to the love of his life, the brilliant Dr. Ivy Scott, and blessed with three wonderful children, he has enjoyed a reputation of respect and admiration. But even the strongest foundations can crack when secrets from the past surface.

As hidden betrayals come to light, the life Emmanuel has carefully constructed begins to unravel. The reappearance of a figure from his distant past not only shatters his peaceful existence but also casts long shadows over the couple's cherished relationship. Now, Emmanuel and Ivy must confront the painful truths that threaten their family's stability and the community's respect.

Navigating through the debris of shattered trust and exposed lies, the question remains: Can they mend what was broken, or is the damage too deep to repair? This gripping tale of love, betrayal, and the quest for redemption will leave you questioning the very nature of forgiveness.

Tropes: 

Marriage In Peril

Second Chance

Secrets