Help! What Should I Write in a Book Review?

Help! What Should I Write in a Book Review?

Posted February 22, 2024 by Elise in Random / 0 Comments

Do you want to write book reviews, but you’re never sure what to include? Join the club. I can write a novel, no problem, but jotting down a few words for a review can sometimes feel harder. So I thought I’d jot down a few notes to help… ❤️ There’s no need to write the […]

Hope, Hearts, and Happily Ever Afters

Hope, Hearts, and Happily Ever Afters

Posted July 3, 2023 by Elise in Publishing / 2 Comments

I had an interesting discussion earlier about what constitutes a romance story. Does it have to have a happy ending? And for me, the answer is unequivocally yes. Whether it’s a happily-ever-after or a happy-for-now, the couple needs to be together and enjoying life. Can they have ups and downs and tragedy along the way? […]

What Am I Reading? The People Next Door by Keri Beevis

What Am I Reading? The People Next Door by Keri Beevis

Posted November 1, 2022 by Elise in Reviews / 0 Comments

The Blurb: Her new house has a mysterious past—and her new life in the English countryside is about to take a dark turn . . . When Ellie and Ash move into a beautiful old house in rural Norfolk, England, they believe they’ve found their perfect home. Intrigued by the people next door, Ellie befriends shy but sweet […]

Let’s Talk Trigger Warnings

Let’s Talk Trigger Warnings

Posted September 7, 2022 by Elise in Writing / 7 Comments

Firstly, what’s a trigger? In mental health terms, a trigger is something that affects your emotional state by causing you to feel overwhelmed or distressed. Secondly, what’s a trigger warning? It’s a note to readers, either in the blurb or at the beginning of the book, that the story might contain a particular situation that […]

An Interview with Emmy and Black – Part 2

Posted May 7, 2022 by Elise in Blackwood / 7 Comments

Today, Emmy and Black are here to answer your questions, and maybe give a few hints of things to come in the Blackwood series… EN: It’s been a while since I visited Riverley. I like what you’ve done with the place. The giant chess set in the hallway is certainly…interesting. Emmy: *Rolls eyes* Bloody Bradley. […]

Short Story: A Perfect Match

Short Story: A Perfect Match

Posted July 5, 2021 by Elise in Short stories / 4 Comments

So in short, I’ve tried everything. Risqué clothing, business meetings over dinner, a work trip where we had to spend the weekend away. He didn’t take the hint, even when I waxed everywhere and wore a Versace bikini. Cupid, I need your help. The writer of the letter was Faye Baker, CEO of Baker Enterprises […]

Stuff I Like – Part 1

Stuff I Like – Part 1

Posted February 13, 2021 by Elise in Stuff I Like / 1 Comment

The COVID pandemic has given me plenty of time to think, and one of the things I decided I wanted to do was to support smaller businesses rather than defaulting to Amazon Prime every time I needed something. I’ve discovered some cool stuff along the way, so I thought I’d share some of my favourites […]

Romance/Suspense Deals October 2020

Romance/Suspense Deals October 2020

Posted October 16, 2020 by Elise in Romantic Suspense Deals / 0 Comments

FREEBIES Thriller – The Nightmares of Caitlin Lockyer Playboy Nathan finds a girl’s body on the beach. Now he must search for the truth in her nightmares before it’s too late. (And if you’re looking for something a bit “romancier,” Demelza Carlton’s Romance Island Resort series is awesome ❤️)     Romantic Suspense – Beacon […]

Romantic Suspense Deals Sept 2020

Romantic Suspense Deals Sept 2020

Posted September 18, 2020 by Elise in Romantic Suspense Deals / 0 Comments

Freebies! Danger and Desire Anthology Two of my favourite authors – Rachel Grant and Janie Crouch – have books in this set, so it’s well worth a read. Since it’s FREE, you can’t lose 🙂     Reaching for Normal – Jemi Fraser She’s no damsel in distress.He’s no Prince Charming.But if they don’t team […]