Southernism of the Week: “She’s hot as a two-dollar pistol.” A cheap pistol gets hot quickly when firing due to thinner steel in the barrel. Apparently, the idiom can refer to how angry someone is or how attractive they are, or it can even refer to the weather.

Visit the Amazon series page for Felony Melanie: Sweet Home Alabama romantic comedy novels or find the links to other ebook retailers. If you haven’t collected your free copy of Felony Melanie Destroys the Moonshiner’s Cabin (the first two chapters of Felony Melanie in Pageant Pandemonium, which stand alone as a short story) get it here. 

As you probably recall, in the movie Sweet Home Alabama, Jake sells sculptures made when lightning hit sand. But do you know "What Really Happens When Lightning Strikes Sand"?

Doug has been at ComicCon, making new friends. To see more of his ComicCon photos check out his Facebook or Instagram.

Have you read Doug’s comedy novel Totally Rad Wormhole? Two nerds from the eighties accidentally open a wormhole to today, go to their high school reunion, and meet their future selves. Horrified at what they’ve become, they set out to change their fate. Get the book on Amazon or in a variety of e-book formats on Smashwords. (Get free preview chapters of Totally Rad Wormhole here.)

Kris’s voice recognition mistake of the day: “Using gluten-free flowers can make baked goods grainy or give them an odd taste. “ Yes, I imagine so. And that was followed by: “To make the cookies mortuary...” Let’s stick with more chewy! 💀🍪

Here's a throwback photo of Kris's ferrets. They appear ready to binge the next season of something. What would you recommend?

Books on our radar

My Book Boyfriend, by Kathy Strobos: "Rupert Evans just sent my community garden a cease-and-desist letter because he plans to construct some towering monstrosity there. That community garden is my found family. But then he asks me out at book club night. Rupert is trying to butter me up so I'll concede, but he has no idea what we’re planning. Our little community group may look like a bunch of frail roses, but we’ve got thorns. As long as I weed out these pesky feelings for him, I know we can win. But will I lose my heart?" My Book Boyfriend is a feel-good, enemies-to-lovers romantic comedy.

Get the Message: A Sweet Romantic Comedy, by Brynn North: "All’s fair in love, war, and baking contests. ‘I’m desperate to save my party planning business when I see an opportunity: $20,000 for winning a local version of The Great British Bake-Off? I’m in. So what if I’ve never actually baked anything? But one of my main competitors is Cooper Davis, a handsome but annoying coffee shop owner. Suddenly, more is at stake than baking or winning.’ Get The Message is a laugh-out-loud, enemies-to-lovers, sweet romcom closed-door romance!"

Beast Be Gone, by A L Billington: "Terry Pratchett meets Ghostbusters in an RPG world. Why are there so many Chosen Ones? Are goblins inherently evil or are they just misunderstood? Why do all the shopkeepers say they have the best swords in the land? What are the socio-economic implications of all these sword merchants? Somebody wants a world full of adventurers, but why...? Beast Be Gone is a comedic fantasy that follows Eric, a pest control agent in a world plagued by adventurers who are putting him out of a job." Free with newsletter signup.

Find More New Authors and Books

Cozy Mysteries under $4: Check out a handful of low-priced mysteries, including Kris's treasure hunting romantic suspense, Desert Gold, which is a great "beach read" for only $0.99!

Summertime Mysteries: Join sleuths on summer jobs, desert hikes, family reunions, and dangerous assignments in these mystery, suspense, and thriller titles!

The Summer Lovin’ Giveaway: Enter to win a mix of ebooks and paperbacks plus an Amazon Gift Card in this Western Romance and Small-Town Giveaway!

Another throwback photo of Bear and Panda looking adorable and a little goofy. Stay cool and comfy, folks!

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