Southernism of the Week: “Just because a chicken has wings don’t mean it can fly.” That’s much more colorful than “Appearances can be deceptive.”

Visit the Amazon series page for Felony Melanie: Sweet Home Alabama romantic comedy novels or find the links to other retailers.

Kris’s voice recognition mistake of the day: "I looked over the comments and undressed a few I thought were helpful." 🤔 Guess I had to strip them of their flaws. (I thought I said addressed, not undressed)

Bear Bear the ferret demonstrates an advanced napping technique. Don't try this without stretching first.

H‑E‑B shared a Texas Thanksgiving Menu with Beer Can Turkey, Jalapeño Mac & Cheese, and more. Kris included the sopapilla cheesecake at the dinner in The Billionaire Cowgirl's Christmas. Learn more about that book in the “Release Day Blog Post.”

Reviewers say: “Kris has created a beautiful family with special significant others. I highly recommend this book and series.”

“This book proves you’re never too old for love. This is a well written story with great characters. It is a story about family, friends and love. This book is the perfect way to end this series.”

In the Accidental Billionaire Cowboys sweet romance series, a Texas ranching family struggles to maintain their privacy and work ethic after an enormous lottery win. Can they build new dreams and find love amidst the chaos?

In book 3 of the series, The Billionaire Cowboy's Proposition, the male lead is a small plane pilot. Kris's research included a flight with a friend who has a small plane. She got to go up in it again recently. Look at these views over central New Mexico!

Find More New Authors and Books

Healing Hearts by the Sea: The Rockport Sisters Book One, by Aleesha Brown: "Terry and Noah stuck together through high school and college, and attended each other’s weddings… But when tragedy hits Terry, Noah is nowhere to be found. Dawn and Milo's marriage is struggling. Can they find their way back to each other? Viola must suddenly take care of her brother who suffered a severe spinal injury while surfing. As they face the uncertainty of his recovery, their sibling bond is put to the ultimate test. Follow the journeys of these interconnected characters as they experience the ups and downs of life, love, and friendship in this heartwarming story." This starts a series where the first four books are 99 cents.

The Invisible Cipher: A Neil Gatlin Thriller Book 1, by Ida Smith: “Neil Gatlin wants nothing more than to return home to Indiana and his girlfriend, Sunshine. But with truck problems and little money, Neil enters a pool game, misreads the cues, and is accused of a crime he didn’t commit. While imprisoned, Neil discovers coded messages about a deadly plan. As the code becomes clear, Neil realizes doing what’s right may cost him his life.” This is “a fast-paced, action-packed thriller that will hold you captive until you’ve read cover to cover.”

Better Endings, by Tina Hogan Grant: “A single mother who overcame abuse, violence, and dependency now finds herself struggling against addiction. When a drunken car accident leaves her in debt and in trouble with the law, it almost breaks her. Then Dwayne, a commercial fisherman, wants to show her his boat – a date that changes her life. The tranquility of open water gets its hooks in her. What she decides to do next makes all the difference.” A “heart-warming tale of love, strength, and the sea.”

Hot Drink, Warm Sweater, and a Great Page-Turner: Explore tons of great autumn/winter reads in romance, mystery, fantasy and paranormal – most under $5! (Maybe all, but I didn't check every book.)

Okay, wrapping up here, but let’s take a closer look at Bear Bear’s little blep (blep = tongue out), because we all need more bleps and toe beans in our lives:

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