Hi Everyone

We are slowly working our way to southern Queensland while cyclone season approaches the north.

This week we have been in Cunnamulla and leave on Sunday for a week in St George. It's hot out here in the outback, average temp has been high 30s with a few days in the low 40s. That's celcius.

We celebrated Gemma-Jean's third birthday last Saturday 11 November. The time has passed by so quickly and she is still a puppy in so many ways. She was suitably spoilt with new toys and a vanilla cupcake.

My Christmas shifter novella has turned into quite the book and I have pushed the pre-order to 21 December. There was a lot I didn't want to leave out as it would have done the story an injustice. I felt the story would read as rushed.

Remember many more of my books are now wide with some added every week so please check out buy links at my website: http://susanhorsnellromanceauthor.com

If you ever want to touch base, I am more than happy to answer questions or just share a chat and if I am in your town, I'd love to catch up so contact me at horsnells@yahoo.com.au

Until next time, thank you so very much for your ongoing support.

Sue

https://linktr.ee/SusanHorsnell

Release Date: 21 December 2023

Marietta Forsythe is a well known and respected news reporter based in the outer western suburbs of Sydney, NSW. The Christmas season is approaching, and with it, her much anticipated wedding on New Year’s Day. But something isn’t right, and hasn’t been for a long time, in her relationship with Ryder Marshall.

Three days before Christmas, Marietta does the only thing she can think of…she runs to where her heart has always belonged. To a place where she can heal.

Graham Donovan is a paramedic in charge of an ambulance response station located in Penrith, NSW. He and his partner, Parker, are a well know search and rescue team in the area.

When Marietta makes a rookie mistake, circumstances leave her life in grave danger in an almost inaccessible part of the Blue Mountains National Park. People who disappear into the forbidding landscape aren’t often found alive, but luck is on her side when Graham and Parker, who are spending a few days in the area, get the call she is missing for they are no regular search and rescue team.

Can the young news reporter accept who the men really are, or are they in danger of their identities being blown?

Will being forced to spend Christmas in a small cabin in the mountains have Marietta falling for the Alpha?

And what will put all their lives in danger?

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Why did people believe all gangster bosses had to be male?

In 1925, Sydney, Australia was a beautiful, young, thriving city.

By night, the seedy underbelly came to life.

The lady in charge of part of that underbelly, known as the Queen of King’s Cross, was Angeline Dumont.

No one threatened the lady and lived.

No one dared to harm those she considered family...Not if they valued their life.

Sam was the King of Woolloomooloo, a position he inherited, and deserved, from his father.

He was a ruthless gangster boss who didn't hesitate to eliminate those who caused harm to his organisation.

Operating in adjoining suburbs, it was inevitable Angeline and Sam would eventually cross paths, and when they do, the situation has the potential to become deadly.

Who is pitting the two bosses against each other to gain revenge?

Will Sam fall for the ruse and believe Angeline is his enemy?

Can the pair see through the deceit, work together, and become lovers?

Inspired by the story of Tilly Devine-The real ‘Queen of Kings Cross’. 

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SWEET WESTERN MULTI-AUTHOR SERIES

Several books in these series are now live and

all are available in Kindle Unlimited

MAIL-ORDER PAPA SERIES

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THE RELUCTANT WAGON TRAIN BRIDE SERIES

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DOUBLE TROUBLE SERIES

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SWEET ROMANCE COLLECTION

Abram Exodus is successful in business and love—all at risk when the doctor recommends that he relocate to a better climate for his mother’s health. Sarah Tyris knows how to take charge—independence fueling her nursing career while caring for out-patients in the comfort of their homes.

Join Abram as he leaves his home in Delaware to seek out his mother’s version of the promised land. Is God leading or has He forgotten him? And could deliverance come through the strong, liberated nurse whose aim is to heal the body, soul, and mind of the Exodus family?

Enjoy this faith-inspired, sweet historical romance. It will warm your heart and provide encouragement that change often brings growth and freedom from mountains considered unsurmountable.

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Nostalgic Christmas romances, complete with little ones!

This set includes previously published titles grouped together as a holiday reading treat!

A Farmer for Christmas--

Children! Myra is tired of them.

She didn't expect to be disinherited or to end up as her brother's unpaid nanny and cook.Thank goodness her matchmaker neighbor offers Myra a way out of the situation.

Holder knows he can't expect his ill mother to care for his daughters. Following advice, he sends away for a mail-order bride. Too bad he forgets to mention his children in the letter.

A Snowy Delivery for Christmas--

Christmas, 1921

Del Peale and Josephine Withers both have loved and lost. It's why neither has acted on their mutual attraction. That changes when a newborn is abandoned on the front steps .A cold house forces Del to face the home he once shared with his wife and son.

Will it be enough to let them believe that love is still possibility? Will strange twists and the abandoned baby lead to a Christmas wedding? Perhaps their landlady will need to step in with a miracle and a very special Christmas ornament?

Detective to the Recue--

Her first case was a disaster!

Pinkerton Agent Charity Melrose has one more chance to prove her worth and the life of a woman to save. With few clues to the victim's whereabouts, this could be her last case.

And what to do with the fake husband who is her traveling companion or the Christmas baby they both need to watch over?

If you are a fan of Laura Ingalls or Janette Oke, these books will entertain and leave you with a happy glow.

Merry Christmas!

Marisa

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Once Upon a Courtship: A Sweet Historical Romance Collection

A Limited-Time Collection of 12 books from 12 beloved Christian authors spanning rustic landscapes, elegant ballrooms, rugged cowboys, enigmatic spies, and daring pirates! Delight your romantic heart with Colonial, Regency, Victorian, Western, and Gilded Age Romance and preorder your copy today!

Mail-Order Millie by USA Today Bestselling Author Kit Morgan

Imagine mail-order bride Millie’s surprise when she finds out her so-called husband is really a spy working for the president.

Courting Miss Darling by USA Today Bestselling Author Chautona Havig

Muriel Darling thought her heart rode off with a cowboy, but when his boss writes letters, maybe romance is in Miss Darling's future after all.

The Privateer’s Prize by Christy Award Finalist Author MaryLu Tyndall

Left at the altar, a woman must rely on the man who broke her heart to deliver a message to change the course of the Revolutionary War.

Grace in the Storm by USA Today Bestselling Author Tricia Goyer

As hurricane winds howl, a feisty pirate and a captivating tavern owner find their destinies changed by the storm’s fury.

Leftover Mail-Order Bride by Publisher’s Weekly Bestselling Author Regina Scott

When mail-order bride Victoria’s groom left her at the altar, she vows to find love, but meets Jack, seeking help on the ranch, love optional.

Clara’s Compassion by Critically Acclaimed Author Marlene Bierworth

Clara’s compassion for workers on the frontier of the Canadian Rockies proves conflicting for railroad boss, Graham, in matters of the heart.

Miss Spencer Meets Her Match by Multi-Award-winning Author Linore Rose Burkard

Miss Spencer attends a Cinderella Ball unwillingly, not knowing the “prince” is in disguise.

Lissa and the Spy by USA Today Bestselling Author Camille Elliot

Seeking a marriage of convenience, plain Lissa becomes entangled with enigmatic Lord Stoude and a secret mission for the Crown.

Abiding Faith, Freedom’s Call by Multi-Award-Winning Author Louise M. Gouge

A pacifist Quaker widow and a prisoner of war officer risk their lives. Will the gap between peace and the American Revolution be a chasm too wide?

Jory’s Story by USA Today Bestselling Author Lisa M. Prysock

When a spy and local adversaries descend, can a governess protect the duke’s children and her heart?

Priscilla’s Promise by Award-Winning Author Teresa Slack

Priscilla Channing wants to honor her father by marrying the man he chose. But he’s not the same man, nor she, the same woman.

The Gilding of Minnie Tucker by Multi-Award-Winning Author Marilyn Turk

A Biltmore maid opens the wrong door and stumbles into a guest whose mutual attraction could be their doom.

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What happens when you start to hear voices and no one is there? Voices telling you things you may not want to hear or do.

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CHARITY ANTHOLOGY

William Jackson was born in Baltimore, Maryland, on October 21, 1983. He was a loving son and a wonderful brother. On October 6, 2007, he married his queen and love of his life, Angela. Together, they brought a beautiful daughter into the world in 2008. Not only was William a dedicated and passionate husband, but he was also a fierce and inspiring father. Unfortunately, William unexpectedly passed away at 36 during what was supposed to be a routine medical procedure on May 8, 2020. To honor his memory, this talented group of authors has come together, penning brand new, original stories that center around fathers to raise funds for The Student Support Network in Parkville, Maryland. This charity, chosen by his widow, helps provide supplies and other necessities to underprivileged students at Parkville High School, William's alma matter. 100% of the proceeds from this anthology are donated to charity.

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8 Authors taking you to all sides of the spectrums and dimensions of time and space.

Join - Linny Lawless, S. M. Revolinski, Eileen Troemel, T. Elizabeth Guthrie, F. East, Allie Harrison, Nathalie ML Römer and Kirby Lord.

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When the card is dropped, you are marked.

There is no escaping them, they come for their prey and will hunt until your blood soaks the ground beneath your cold lifeless body. They are the new generation and they have something to prove. They are hungry to show the OG’s that they are ready to lead, except, the crowned heir got tired of waiting and began the new generation under the name of the Memento Mori for he is the bringer of death.

The King of Clubs belongs to the heir.

The princess owns the Queen of Hearts.

Jack of Spades represents the coming Chaos.

Ace of Diamonds is for the Havoc.

It’s time for you to Reign Royal…

Those are the words that changed everything and forced us to come out of the shadows to mark our prey. They thought they could take out the Don and have us submit, we are the Memento Mori and bow to no one. We’ll infiltrate their armies and destroy them from the inside, one calling card at a time…

The cards are dropped and our victims are marked ready to be sent back to the hell they crawled out of but when the blonde-haired, green-eyed woman who hasn’t uttered a single word has me following her like a siren’s call, receives the Queen of Hearts, I’m forced to choose between her or them.

Do I break the rules and fight the ones I love most to keep her alive?

Sam’s Notes:

“Reign Of Royal” is the first book in this thrilling dark, twisted mafia series. In this series, you will get, enemies to lovers, lovers to enemies, loss, heartbreak, betrayal, and most of all, what the fu*k moments. These Murdochs are worse than the OG’s, they cannot and will not be controlled by their parents. Hold on tight ladies, these men and women are about to breach that tight forbidden muscle wall without any lube.

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Elise Benzion has everything she wants. The arts centre that she’s built from the ground up is thriving. She has a circle of great friends. Her concert choir, the Eglinton Echoes, is in top form and gives her an artistic outlet to satisfy her musical side. What she does not want is an annoying, rude, and far too handsome man hovering around. But Will is her best friend’s new beau’s good friend, and she’ll play nice, for Janet’s sake.

Eventually she begins to discover the man beneath the unpleasant veneer, and tolerance warms into a tentative friendship, and possibly something more.

Then disaster strikes, and everything she loves, everything she’s worked so hard for, crumbles in an instant. With all her dreams dashed and her beloved arts centre destroyed, her biggest regret might just be losing Will.

Is there any hope? Or will a terrible memory from his own past keep them apart forever?

This musical reimagining of Jane Austen’s beloved Pride and Prejudice will have you cheering the characters on, pulling you into their world and into their hearts.

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A Few Good Men is a military romantic suspense series of interwoven, standalone love stories with no cliffhangers and guarantee happily-ever-afters that will have you holding your breath and burning up the pages as they take you on daring rescue missions.

Target Lizzy, Book One, is a prequel companion romance novella introducing the team characters.

Target Nina, Book Two, is Ground Zero, reuniting the team leader with his forbidden love and the formation of the team, featuring the first official rescue operation performed.

Target Logan, Book Three, finds team member Jack Black's former wife snatched off the streets of NYC, mobilizing the team to save one of their own.

Target Marie, Book Four, has a BUD/S SEAL instructor's sister lost and feared kidnapped by pirates in the Virgin Islands, mobilizing the team to find her. Only to discover a former SEAL working as an undercover DEA agent is embedded with the pirate crew.

Target Bella, Book Five, surrounds the youngest SEAL to make DEVGRU / SEAL Team 6 / Tier One in over a decade and the older woman he's involved with when she is snatched by the demon she's been hiding from.

Begin this action-packed adventure series and fall in love with the heroes who make up A Few Good Men.

**Note: Originally published by Jessika Klide in the Born To Fight Series as Falling For His Badass, Ground Zero, Meaner Than Evil, Coming in Hot, and Stay Frosty.

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We all know the rule – Do not lust over your best friend’s sibling. But what happens when you break all the rules? Will Breaking the BFF Pact get you a happily ever after? Or will you lose it all?

Read titillating stories from USA Today best-selling and award-winning romance authors in a spicy Best Friend’s Sibling collection curated by The New Romance Cafe, with ALL proceeds going to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.

Authors:

Keighley Bradford, Serafina Jax, Guinevere Jordan, A.R. Bell,

Michelle Moncrieff, Katina J. Rose, Melanie Greene, Hannah McKee,

Chelle Pimblott, Jewelz Baxter, Bethany Monaco Smith,

Chele MacCabe, Kat Long, Jenna Daring, Noa Camhi & Lashe’ Lacroix,

Heather Scarlett, Sofia Aves, Wynter Ryan, Sarah Stein, Harper Michaels,

Niki Trento, Tasha Blythe, Gabbi Grey

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As a Fae-blooded omega, I am on the run from the Empire. All Fae-bloods are hunted, omegas, alphas, betas, deltas. And on top of that, I'm about to go into heat…

My timing sucks.

Bringing back the lost Fae race isn't my priority, though, no matter what the Empire thinks. Collecting all my fated mates before my heat hits, that's much higher on my list.

Going into heat without my entire clan can be dangerous for me. And for them.

And the stakes only get higher. As more of my mates join our group, as we are brought together through scent-matching and physical attraction, I find myself falling for them.

Who wouldn't? They are gorgeous, they are hot, and underneath their gruff facades, they have hearts of gold.

I'm the luckiest omega.

Do they feel the same way? Do they want all of me or is it only instinct that drives them?

We need time to get to know each other, but the Empire won't let up. They won't stop chasing us.

As we race toward the border, hoping to outrun the army, we don't know if we'll make it before we run out of time.

Or before my heat takes us down.

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NOW AVAILABLE AS A BOXSET.

A tortured antihero bound to a brutal contract.

A broken heroine with a sharp tongue.

A relationship that could save them both if she’ll allow it.

Ian Beckett, according to Harlow:

1. Voclain Academy’s drop-dead gorgeous, all-star quarterback.

P.S. Dear Ian: See number one and take the drop-dead part literally.

2. Sole heir to a massive family fortune that dates back centuries.

3. Wicked bane of my freakin’ existence with a PhD in dirty talk.

P.P.S. Dear Ian: Think of your mouth like a plane door. I’m gonna need you to keep it shut for the duration of our flight.

Harlow Weathersby, according to Ian:

1. Stunning creature with a smartass mouth I want to devour.

P.S. Harlow: Can we stop this already, sweetness? We both know you want me.

2. Blonde angel delivered from heaven straight into my lap.

3. Beautiful girl caught in a game she never wanted to be a part of and doesn’t understand.

P.P.S. Harlow: Stick around. I’ll teach you the Rules, sweetness.

From Jordan Grant comes an enemies-to-lovers, 334,000-word series that takes the reader on a wild ride of epic clap-backs, Grade-A dirty talk, addiction, and loss.

This series contains bullying, foul language, high heat content, and drug and alcohol use, which some readers may find triggering. Due to the above, it is intended for a mature audience.

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When it comes to loving a Billionaire, be careful what you wish for…

If you’ve read the papers, you know my name. Nadia Sokol, sugar baby, kept woman. Now, I’m something more.

I’m the girlfriend of Billionaire Paul Crane.

But no matter how much I love Paul, I’m still not sure I can live in his world.

Or if I can trust what we have is real.

That’s why he’s given me space to think about what I really want.

And to pursue my career, a design internship in Paris.

Time to heal, after enduring the brutal attacks of the press, as well as those who sought to tear us apart.

But now I’m starting to wonder if that’s really what I need.

Because working with my new mentor, Hayden Madsen, feels less like healing and more like… temptation.

For once, all my dreams are about to come true.

But one look into Paul’s eyes, and I’m ready to risk it all.

Is Paul ready to take the same chance on me?

The Billionaire's Devotion is not a standalone book. It is a continuation of The Billionaire's Fascination. All three books of The Kept Trilogy are to be read in order.

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FROM STORY ORIGIN

Eight years before the events in Still Summer Nights, nineteen-year-old Asher arrives in Atlantic City, New Jersey tired and hungry.

A chance encounter with a kind and handsome stranger gets Asher not only some food and shelter, but also a job doing something he enjoys.

Asher begins to feel an attraction toward this kind and handsome stranger, but guilt over his past and his desires start to cloud Asher’s judgment and prompts him to make a choice.

This Prequel can be read before reading Still Summer Nights and is told from Asher’s first person point-of-view.

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Strangely enough, Daniel felt empty.

Did that bout of immaturity send an innocent kid to his death?

Maybe, maybe not.

But then again, a lot of teenagers did stupid things.

Why?

Maybe for the drama.

Maybe to try and protect themselves, or to taste the forbidden fruits adulthood had to offer.

Or maybe just out of sheer boredom.

Daniel should know.

He’s done more than his fair share of stupid acts.

But the fact that the kid had to go through that, only to turn into some kind of statistic.

Perhaps even a cautionary tale for victims and bullies and children who enjoy walking around at night.

That was all that kid would be remembered by, and it left a bitter taste in his mouth.

Suddenly, he felt a hand on his.

Daniel’s eyes flickered down, and saw Alec’s fingers intertwine with his.

“Hey,” he muttered. “I could look into your friend’s disappearance,” Daniel found himself blurting out.

After a few minutes of awkwardness, he mentally kicked himself.

The sheer look of shock was more than enough to make Daniel regret those words, but even more so when Alec’s grip tighten.

“No, it’s fine.”

“Are you sure? I know a couple of guys at the police station. I could-”

“Please Daniel. Just…leave it be.”

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Four adventurers walk into a magical dungeon...

Will they be able to complete an unexpected trial of dominance and submission?

Join a dragon shifter, an elf with a secret, and a human prince and his loyal guard on a quest that will bind them all together.

This scorching hot fantasy tale includes beautiful and tempting men in a polyamorous relationship. If you are ready for a foursome with themes of dominance and submission then get ready for a wild ride!

★ Fantasy Dungeon is the first book in a series. The rest of Trial of Submission series will explore the backgrounds and personal troubles of all four characters and guide them on epic quests, to achieve the Happily Ever After they deserve.

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