The jokes on social media that January 2019 seems like it’s never going to end are plentiful, but happily there’s a positive light here at Mimi’s Gang, just a few days away.
The heads up: We at The Authors’ Billboard have been ultra-busy brainstorming since the Holidays for 2019, planning entertaining anthologies with happily-ever-after’s and super cool contests designed with our readership in mind.
Our new anthology SWEET AND SASSY IN THE SNOW: Find Your Winter Romance! is on pre-order status NOW, and goes live January 31 – a set you’ll eagerly look forward to reading. Free on Kindle Unlimited or just 99 cents.
What’s it about?
Spirit me away from icy loneliness, shelter me with warm hugs, and cover me with soft kisses. From Navy aviators to bad boy escorts, lawyers and park rangers to exotic dancers, join our troupe as they battle betrayals and kidnappers, strong emotions and challenging weather to survive and find comfort in each other’s arms. Sweet and Sassy in the Snow: Find Your Winter Romance!
https://www.amazon.com/Sweet-Sassy-Snow-Winter-Romance-ebook/dp/B07MQS5K5K
My story for this anthology is called DRIFTING INTO LOVE: The Triplets Trilogy, and the first of a new three story set I’m working on for other anthologies, and also available as stand alones.
What’s it about?
After a precocious pooch wanders into Zoey’s yard during a blizzard, she discovers an unconscious forest ranger hurt in a snowmobile accident. After a successful struggle back to her cabin, the two are stranded with no cell service, and only each other’s company to pass the time until help arrives.
Will placing trust in the handsome stranger provide the solace Zoey seeks once her secrets are revealed? Does confronting the past together enable the young woman to reconnect with the family she hasn’t seen in a decade?
Exclusively on Amazon:
Pre-order here: https://www.amazon.com/Drifting-Into-Love-Triplets-Triology-ebook/dp/B07N5LXB63
As for me, marking my personal goals for 2019 after the Holidays were lost in the zero zone – “My muse took a hike, it was riding its bike – I thought it left town, hadn’t felt it around.”
Then, after chatting it up with the other ladies in our group, I felt rejuvenated. Long story short, there’s something to be said for being associated with a collection of caring, enthusiastic ladies with similar aspirations in mind. SUffice to say, I am blessed!
Speaking of hearts, please keep in mind we have several romance anthologies available containing full length books and novellas from NY Times and USA TODAY Bestselling authors for Valentine’s Day!
Exclusively on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0792GQPM8/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i7
Exclusively on Amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/Unforgettable-Valentine-Hearts-Love-Unforgettables-ebook/dp/B0797ZPS36
One more thing: Did you know we’re running a giveaway? Are you interested in winning gift cards, print books, or free eBooks? To find out more details on this month’s contest, click here! https://authorsbillboard.com/
Good Luck, Ladies!
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A USA Today, Award-Winning Author, Susan Jean Ricci is best known for her Cindy’s Crusades Series, starring the hilarious duo Cindy and Jay DeMatteo. These characters were first introduced in the multi-award winning novel Dinosaurs and Cherry Stems, and return to entertain you in its sequel The Sugar Ticket. Look for the soon to be published, and final saga Don’t Bruise the Bananas 2020. Cindy and Jay’s mischief making lives on in these shorts: A Sweet Snafu, Christmas With Niagara, His Sacred Vow, Passion’s Secret Ingredient, and Turning up the Heat. Please also consider the other stand alone works of fiction and short stories in Ms. Ricci’s collection, with more to come later this year.
A member of the RWA, The Authors’ Billboard, and the Independent Authors’ Network, several of Ms. Ricci’s titles have been recognized as the Women’s Outstanding Fiction Winner or Finalist in the IAN 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018 2017, 2016 and as a Readers Favorite Gold winner in 2020, as well as a Bronze in 2015.
Your story sounds adorable!!
Thank you, Traci! xoxo
So glad you’re part of the group, Susan! {{hugs}}
Thank you, Jacquie – so am I! xoxo
Love you blog, Susan. I’ve never been able to get the images to show up right. Will try again, as I’m getting ready to write a blog.
My blog is one of those hits or misses. I’m just learning. Yours looks just fine tonight – I’ll hope over and give you a hug. xoxo
Thank you for your lovely comment.