Category: TuesdayTakeover

Please welcome fellow Harlequin Author Anna Grace who’s visiting with me! Anna writes for Harlequin Heartwarming and she’s here to share a little bit about her fabulous new romance series!

Hello Book Lovers!

I’m thrilled to join you on Caridad’s page! Quick intro: my name is Anna Grace, award winning author and lifetime educator. I’m a huge fan of snacks, art museums, and other people’s dogs. Like most Oregonians, I spend a lot of time outdoors, hiking, rock climbing, or just dodging the raindrops. I’m the author of the Love, Oregon series, and that title pretty much sums up the feelings about my home state.

Today marks the launch of my second series with Harlequin Heartwarming! I’m so excited to introduce folks to Pronghorn, Oregon. Five energetic young teachers are recruited to revive the high school in a tiny, anything-but-idyllic town. Love and mayhem ensue.

The Teacher Project is near and dear to my heart. I was 22 when I started teaching high school and had no idea the job could hold so much drama! The friendships forged in those early days are reflected in this series.

Want to know more about book one? Here’s a teaser for Lessons From the Rancher

A second chance…

With his first love?

Single dad and rancher Colter Wayne has moved mountains to bring teachers to Pronghorn, Oregon. Willa Marshall has turned her life upside down for the opportunity to help revive a failing school in the tiny town. The one thing they never expected was to have to work together again. Can Colter and Willa learn to let go of the past and embrace the future…together?

Much of the inspiration for this book came from thinking about the inspiring educators I’ve learned from over the years. Do you have a favorite teacher from your past? Comment below, and let me know what made them special. (Bonus points if you tag that former teacher!) I’ll draw two lucky winners for a free book!

Find out more about me and my books at https://anna-grace-author.com/

I am so happy to have my friend and fellow Harlequin Author Julie Miller visiting with me today! Julie is one of the wonderful ladies who encouraged me to send a proposal to Harlequin for the Intrigue line and the rest is history as they say. Please give her a warm welcome and read on to find out how to score an autographed copy of one of her books!

Hey, Readers! Thank you to Caridad for inviting me to Takeover Tuesday on her FB page.

I’m Julie Miller, a USA Today Bestselling author of more than 75 books! Almost all my books are romantic suspense. I’m probably best known for my Kansas City cops and Precinct stories, but as a Marine Corps brat, I’ve also featured military heroes in my books. I’m a huge dog-lover (Follow me on FB to meet Daisy & Teddy, my current canines), and I’ve written many books featuring canine characters. In fact, this month on April 23rd, I’m launching a brand-new dog-focused series called Protectors at K-9 Ranch. The first book, SHADOW SURVIVORS, introduces the series, and features the ranch’s owner, Jessie Bennington, and Deputy Sheriff Garrett Caldwell. A survivor of a horrendous trauma that took nearly everything from her, Jessie turned to her dog, Shadow, for healing and protection. Her survival story motivated her to start K-9 Ranch, where she rescues and trains dogs to help other trauma survivors in a variety of ways. Romantic suspense. Friends to lovers. Mature romance. A silver fox hero in uniform. Two children running away from a devious threat. Lots of dogs in meaningful roles. If any of that appeals to you, I hope you’ll give SHADOW SURVIVORS a try.

More about the story:

With children seeking a safe haven
Her ranch becomes a refuge.

Jessie Bennington’s past motivated her canine-focused business, where she heals those who are emotionally traumatized. When two young children show up at her ranch, predators on their trail, Jessie can only trust her longtime friend Garrett Caldwell. The deputy goes into protector mode without a single hesitation. Garrett has buried his feelings for Jessie long enough. He isn’t about to let any danger come between them—or the innocent children—now.

Visit with me at Caridad’s Facebook Fan Page and tell me about your favorite dogs, real or fictional. I’ll give away a couple of books to 2 lucky posters. (Sorry, US addresses only.) Find out more about me and my books at www.juliemiller.org

Who doesn’t love cowboys and romance? Seriously, I always love a good cowboy story and we’re lucky today because my fellow Harlequin author Tanya Agler is here to share a little bit about her new sweet contemporary romance featuring a cowboy! Welcome Tanya and take a moment to share what are some of your fav romantic comedies!

Hello! I’m Tanya Agler, and I write sweet contemporary romances, nine of which have been published by Harlequin Heartwarming, including my latest release, Her Temporary Cowboy. A huge thank you to Caridad for having me for Takeover Tuesday this week!

I’m a big fan of romantic comedies. One plot twist in some rom-coms is how a misunderstanding rolls out of control and creates a series of events with each scene adding to the confusion and character stakes. I love a good misunderstanding in both movies, television shows, and books. One of my favorite movies is While You Were Sleeping, and I love how Lucy saves Peter and then a tossed-aside comment becomes the basis for the Callaghan family to believe she’s engaged to Peter. It’s not until the wedding that Lucy is finally able to muster her courage to tell the truth. In Her Temporary Cowboy, Lucky Harper wants one thing: he desperately wants to get out of attending the wedding of his best friend’s father to a world-famous singing superstar. In the space of two days and a host of misunderstandings, Lucky goes from reluctant guest to the groom’s daughter’s plus-one to an usher. When Lucky and Elizabeth get together, more misunderstanding ensues until they find themselves in a delicious dilemma.

Here’s a snippet from Lucky and Elizabeth’s story:

“I insist you attend my wedding. It’s the least I can do. It won’t be any trouble adding an extra seat. Elizabeth’s not bringing anyone to the wedding. You can be my personal guest.”

Elizabeth blanched at her father’s observation, while her brother burst out laughing.

Lucky tugged at his T-shirt. It was getting harder by the second to find some graceful way out of staying. He didn’t belong at such a fancy event. “Elizabeth? I could really use your help.”

What was he doing, expecting someone he’d only known for a few hours to read his mind and come up with a convenient excuse for his departure?

“He can’t be your personal guest,” Elizabeth blurted out. Color flooded her cheeks.

Lucky let out the breath he didn’t realize he’d been holding. This wedding was an important family occasion. Thankfully, someone had seen sense. He was already counting the minutes until he was on the road.

“Because he’s already my plus-one.”

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I want to wish a very Happy Book Birthday to fellow Harlequin Author Chris Maday Schmidt whose new book releases today! Please welcome Chris and give her a big CONGRATS on her exciting day!

Hello readers! I’m Chris Maday Schmidt, and I write contemporary romance for Harlequin’s Love Inspired line. Thanks so much to Caridad for inviting me to pop in and share a giveaway of my debut novel A FATHER’S VOW which releases today—March 26!

Back cover blurb:

His daughter is his priority…
But is there room for one more?

Dedicated to protecting his daughter and the town, widower Constable Jack Wells will do anything to stop the vandalism at their beloved wildlife preserve—even partner with its new veterinarian. But fighting his attraction to Emerson Parker might be the greater challenge. Soon their on-duty stakeouts evolve into off-duty family outings. But with heartbreak in this past, is he ready to risk a second chance?

For a chance to win a paperback copy of “A Father’s Vow,” visit Caridad’s Facebook Fan page and comment on your go-to hooks and tropes. Do you prefer second chance romance, or friends to more? Single moms or dads, or surprise babies? Cowboys, or millionaires?

Good morning! Please take a moment to welcome fellow Harlequin author Anna James who is going to share a little bit about her new releases! Take a moment to let her know if you love reading contemporary romance series. I know I do! P.S. HAPPY FIRST DAY OF SPRING!!

Hi Everyone,

I’m Anna James. I write contemporary romance and romantic suspense. First off, a BIG thanks to Caridad for having me here.
Today, I want to share a recipe with you and tell you about my new Sisterhood of Chocolate and Wine series available from Harlequin Special Edition.

Each story takes place in the small coastal town of New Suffolk, Massachusetts. The Sisterhood is a group of six female friends who support each other through life’s trials and tribulations on the way to finding their happy ever afters.

Book 1 – A TASTE OF HOME is Layla and Shane’s story.
Book 2 – A DEAL WITH MR. WRONG is Piper and Cooper’s story.

Here’s a little blurb for each to whet your appetite:

A TASTE OF HOME:

Leaving Paris—and her cheating fiancé—to return to her picturesque coastal town was the best move Layla Williams ever made. The chef and restaurateur has proven herself by transforming her longtime family bistro into an upscale French eatery. But now her legacy is in trouble. Help comes from an unexpected source: the boy Layla left behind. Wall Street wizard turned EMT Shane Kavanaugh could turn Layla’s homecoming into another chance for them both. If they’re ready to put their hearts on the line.

A DEAL WITH MR. WRONG:

“You and me. We could be the perfect solution for each other.”

Gallery owner Piper Kavanaugh has had enough of her matchmaking mother’s interference in her (nonexistent) love life! But her brilliant plan to recruit her enemy-turned-contractor Cooper Turner to pose as her boyfriend has only created more problems. Like an attraction she never counted on…and is finding impossible to deny.

Cooper spent years feeling guilty about witnessing Piper’s father’s death, so helping her renovate for her big opening day is a no-brainer. But falling for her? Now he’s really lost his mind. Still, after being burned by his ex-fiancée, maybe his lingering trust issues are getting the better of him… Or perhaps their romance ruse will be an unexpected new beginning!

Sisterhood of Chocolate and Wine Book 3 will release in Q4 2024!

Now for the recipe!

Layla’s Gourmet Burgers (featured in all of the stories):

Ingredients:
Equal parts ground sausage and hamburger (you can use ground chuck if you’d like)
Up to 1 TBSP steak sauce or Worcestershire sauce for each pound of meat
Salt and pepper to taste
¼ cup of grated cheese per pound of meat (I like a mix of Parmesan and Romano)

Directions:
Mix all ingredients together in a large bowl until well mixed
Form mixture into 5 – 6 oz patties
Cook on the grill over medium heat, or in a cast iron skillet with a 1 – 2 TBSP olive oil until desired doneness is reached (~ 3 – 7 minutes per side depending on how you like it cooked)
Serve on Brioche hamburger rolls (pretzel buns work great, too!)
Add your favorite toppings (sliced cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, pickles, bacon, etc.)

ENJOY!

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Please take a moment to welcome my friend and fellow Harlequin author Michele Dunaway! Michele has an awesome teaser and a giveaway of LOVE’S SECRET INGREDIENT (#3 in the Love in Valley series) for us! Please visit my Facebook Fan Page to find out how to enter the giveaway!

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Hello, I’m Michele Dunaway, and I write for Harlequin Special Edition. Thanks so much to Caridad for inviting me so I can chat about my upcoming July release, ONE SUITE DEAL, which is available to preorder. It’s Book 4 in the Love in the Valley series.

ONE SUITE DEAL is a fresh twist on the one-night love, undercover boss, and love triangle tropes and takes place in the small town of Beaumont, where true love always gets a second chance in Missouri’s wine country. I write hometown sweet with a hint of spice.

Here’s a quick peek at some of the action in the opening chapter:

The first thing Edmund noticed was her legs. Which made him a total cad, he knew. His mother had definitely raised him better. But as if he’d been captured by the pull of a powerful electromagnet, his gaze followed endless sheer black tights upward, from their start in black suede boots until the silky fabric disappeared beneath a red and green corduroy tartan hem that skimmed mid-thigh. He rationalized that he couldn’t help but stare—the woman had made quite the entrance by approaching the service desk like a mini-tornado. Her chest heaved and her boots clicked on the worn linoleum while her four-wheeled, hard-sided carry-on whirred in its attempt to keep up the frantic pace. As she came alongside him at the service desk, her bag rolled over his left foot.

“Sorry.” She gasped out the word as she spared him one of those automatic, yet polite, apologetic smiles strangers give one another. Still somewhat breathless, the words gushed out. “I need to get on this plane.” She shoved her phone forward toward the gate agent, her boarding pass visible. “It’s not full yet, is it?” Without waiting for an answer, she leaned over the counter, the interesting gap forming under the top button of her red silk shirt revealing a peek of black lace. “Please tell me you have a seat.”

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I love that teaser, Michele! You can preorder your copy of ONE SUITE DEAL at https://amzn.to/3TlqVIm.