Southernism of the Week: “Pretty as a mess of fried catfish.” How would you feel about that compliment?

Did you know Felony Melanie and the Prank War is now available as an audiobook? Head back in time to the early 1990s for this laugh out loud series based on one of the best rom com movies of all time. (This is an Apple Books audiobook narrated by a digital voice based on a human narrator.)

For print or ebooks, visit the Amazon series page for Felony Melanie: Sweet Home Alabama romantic comedy novels or find the links to other retailers.

Southern Treat of the Week: Check out this fun video of British kids trying American Southern food. 🤣

Is it summer where you are? It's hitting 100° every day in central New Mexico, where Kris lives. At least this sunset is coming from clouds and not smoke from fires.

Mistake of the day, when the mobile-friendly version of your company's email doesn't quite work:

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For fun summer reads, try Kris’s “Smart romance with an ‘Indiana Jones’ feel” (reader review) series set in the desert southwest. Desert Gold is rated 4.3 out of 5 stars with over 230 reviews and it's only 99 cents! Plus book 2, Valley of Gems is on sale this weekend for 99 cents/pence. 

See the Treasure Hunting Romantic Suspense series page on Amazon US or Amazon UK and find “Treasure hunters, treasure robbers, mystery and suspense, romance and a very sassy cat.” – reader Winnie

Ten years ago, Doug published “The Hollywood Pitching Bible” with producer Ken Aguado. Now in its fourth edition, it remains the premier book on pitching ideas for film and television in the industry! Here's Doug still on the picket line in the Writers Guild strike.

Here's Doug still on the picket line in the Writers Guild strike. We love what we do but being a professional writer isn't easy or generally very lucrative. Please support content creators however you can!

Books on our radar

Blinded Me With Science, by Tara September: “Emerson has been so focused on obtaining her science degree that she’s neglected the more social aspects of college life. She’s determined to fix that with a real hands-on lesson in biology. She’ll teach the rock star’s son how to be good, while he shows her how to be very bad. Steel will prove he’s no longer a bad boy by helping Emerson complete her secret list of desired college experiences. If he can convince her that they are meant to be together along the way, even better!” Readers call it sweet and fun. Amazon has the ebook and it’s also available in audio.

The Paris Soulmate (The International Soulmates Series), by Brooke Gilbert: “A woman with rare autoimmune disorders and a no dating policy. A mysterious, cocky British stranger. A dream trip to Paris. What could go wrong? A perfect meet cute in the airport quickly turns sour. However, with some forced proximity and the help of the elderly woman on the plane, they agree to spend the week sightseeing together. Can the magic of Paris help wounded souls accept love? The Paris Soulmate is a sweet and wholesome romance.”

A Sour Note (A Music Box Mystery), by Jill Piscitello: “On the heels of a public, broken engagement, Maeve Cleary returns to her childhood home in Hampton Beach, NH. When a dead body turns up behind her mother’s music school, three old friends land on the suspect list. Licking her wounds soon takes a back seat to outrunning the paparazzi who cast her in a cloud of suspicion. Maeve juggles her high school sweetheart, a cousin with a touch of clairvoyance, a no-nonsense detective, and an apologetic, two-timing ex-fiancé. Will the negative publicity hurt the Music Box— the very place she’d hoped to make a fresh start?”

Find More New Authors and Books

Christmas in July: Summer is heating up, so why not cool down with some Christmas stories? Find cozy mystery and sweet romance (including one of Kris's cat café novels and one of her billionaire cowboy novels) and stay frosty.

Mystery & Suspense Series: Travel the world with mystery and thriller novels this summer! Find cozy mysteries, women sleuths, police procedurals, noir, and thrillers. Most titles are under $5—and if you find one you love, you’ll have more in the series to read!

Hot Summer Reads: You're sure to find something new to you in this bunch of romance and mystery novels perfect for for beach or poolside reading (or just staying inside with the AC on!). "Felony Melanie" is competing for best in show, so please show your support by voting for the book—and while you're at it, register to win a $50 Amazon gift card.

And finally, here’s Bear Bear the ferret relaxing in his sweatpants. Have a cozy Fourth of July week!

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