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Patricia Kiyono @patriciakiyono.bsky.social · 13h

Author Nan Rowe is my guest at Four Foxes, One Hound with her debut novel, a paranormal romance called The Lady in White. It’s perfect for Halloween reading! Please visit and discover Nan’s inspiration for the story at fourfoxesonehound.wordpress.com/2026/10/05/g...

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Guest Author: Nan Rowe and The Lady in White

Detroit area author Nan Rowe is a member of one of my writing groups. She was my guest here in July 2023 when she described her work as cover artist Nancie Rowe Janitz. At the time, she’d been work…

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Tena Stetler @tenastetler.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

#ThrowbackThursday-A Witch's Quandary -A captivating tale about the corrupting pursuit of power and the triumphant magic of love! - buff.ly/3VTCgjh -#Scotland #Ireland #Paranormal Romance #Magic #Puppy #Dog #Bookboost #Suspense

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Tena Stetler @tenastetler.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

#WordQuoteWednesday--Word Quote is "Treat" in my #paranormalRomance #A Vampire's Unlikely Alliance-Join Stefan and Brandy for the #adventure of a lifetime. Order your copy now! buff.ly/480HzS1 #AHAgrp #WRPBKS #Vampire #Fantasy #Readerscommunity #PNR #BookBoost

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Sadira Stone @sadirastone.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

#FridaySmooch FALL Flash S@le, ebook just 99 pennies! Available from your favorite vendor. Two young artists compete for a life-changing prize. • Opposites attract • Rivals to lovers • Chosen family • Bi heroine books2read.com/LoveArtAndOt... #RomanceBooks #SteamyRomance

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Tena Stetler @tenastetler.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

#TeaserTuesday-A Warlock's Secrets-Tristian has no idea the secrets that Hannah harbors can destroy her. buff.ly/2IWpri7 #AHAgrp #WRPbks #Magic #Paranormal Romance #Scotland #Warlock #Faeries #Witches #Fantasy #Adventure #Love #PNR #Bookboost #Bookstagram #paranormal #romance

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Kathy L Wheeler @kathylwheeler.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

100 pages to go in my A Secret Reckoning read-through. Surely Ravenscar is finished causing trouble. Narrator: It was not. 😄 Time to face the final secrets, suspicious commas, and timeline mischief. What are you reading or writing today? #MischiefMonday #AmEditing #romancelandia #kdp

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Tena Stetler @tenastetler.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

#ThrowbackThursday-Security Force of Two - As they search for the perpetrators, will their #secrets be revealed as the investigation takes an unusual twist that could blow the case wide open? buff.ly/CaONIwi #Mystery #smalltown #CIA #Military #paranormal #romance #AHAgrp #WRPbks #ParanormalRomance

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Kathy L Wheeler @kathylwheeler.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

🔥 Mischief Monday: Dangerous Curves This supermodel is lost somewhere off the Las Vegas Strip w/out her phone. Help? Yes. A motorcycle-riding stranger. Problem? Her rescuer might need rescuing himself. #MischiefMonday #Romancelandia #AmReading www.amazon.com/dp/B0C1FDPWS4/

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Patricia Kiyono @patriciakiyono.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Today at Four Foxes, One Hound I'm hosting author Beth Gelman and her series of romances featuring neurodivergent heroines. Come, visit, and chat with us! fourfoxesonehound.wordpress.com/.../guest-au...

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Kathy L Wheeler @kathylwheeler.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

She’s ready for an adventure. He never expected to become part of it. The sparks? Nobody planned those. 🔥 Win one of 100 Kindle copies of Bedeviled by the Baroness: www.goodreads.com/giveaway/sho...

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Kathy L Wheeler @kathylwheeler.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Geneva catches Docia rifling through the Duke of Rathbourne’s valise. “What are you doing here?” “I could ask you the same.” But Geneva steps inside—and closes the door. 😄 Would you walk away or become her accomplice? A Daring Pursuit www.amazon.com/dp/B0DSQP68M6/ #MischiefMonday #HistoricalRomance

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Kathy L Wheeler @kathylwheeler.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Aunt Sessie: “The word is play, Edric.” 4-yr-old Prince Edric: “I hide, Aunt Sessie. You seek.” Then he's off, cheeky devil. 😂 errgg! Today’s scene-stealing Wednesday’s Child is brought to you by The Surprising Enchantress, book 3. books2read.com/the-surprisi... #WednesdaysChild #FairytaleRomance

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Maxine Douglas Author ✍️📝💻📚 @maxinedouglasathr.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

#BookQW is from #NASHVILLE BY MORNING For some unexplained reason, he’d felt compelled to follow that woman. Before he could stop himself, he’d been standing behind her listening to her sniffle softly. . . . Continue reading: bit.ly/4x2FSja #contemporaryromance

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N. N. Light's Book Heaven #NNLBH @nnlightsbookheaven.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

What happens when the price of loyalty is love? Of Foxes and Freedom (Mud, Debt, and Gears Book 3) by @laurastrickland5.bsky.social It’s a mission that will require all his courage. nnlightsbookheaven.substack.com/p/of-foxes-a... #booksky #steampunkromance

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Kathy L Wheeler @kathylwheeler.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

Monday’s Mischief is alive and well in 1924 NYC! In Reckless, blonde bombshell Meggie disguises herself as a bootlegging thug—ticklish mustache, bow tie, and silly argyle socks. Included? Saving a friend. Would she fool you? 🍸 www.amazon.com/dp/B093GWVRW4 #HistoricalRomance #MischiefMonday #MC4

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Kathy L Wheeler @kathylwheeler.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

“No, you’re not seeing a ghoul. That’s Baldric, our stablemaster,” he said. She swallowed, looking into the most soulless eyes... 🔎 Discover Stonemare’s secrets in A Silent Accord: #SecretsAndSuspenseSaturday #HistoricalRomance #GothicRomance #RomanticSuspense #kindle www.amazon.com/dp/B0DLQMNY36/

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Tena Stetler @tenastetler.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

#BookQW Wednesday-Word is "Question" in my #Paranormal #Romance A Witch's Quandary -A captivating tale about the corrupting pursuit of power and the triumphant magic of love! - buff.ly/3VTCgjh - #Magic #PNR #Scotland #Ireland #Fantasy #WRP #BookBoost #WRPbks #AHAgrp #RomanceNovels

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Kathy L Wheeler @kathylwheeler.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Five-year-old Celia arrived for her lesson dressed for piracy on the high seas wearing stolen knickers. Naturally, she took a pair for her sister. 😂 Meet today’s scene-stealing Wed’s Child from The Marquis’s Misstep. www.amazon.com/dp/B08WT9K2ZW #WednesdaysChild #HistoricalRomance #RomanceReads

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Sadira Stone @sadirastone.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

#BookQW QUESTION She’s stalling, and if she chomps any harder on that sexy lower lip, she’ll draw blood. But I’m not handing over the disputed tiny house until she answers the question gnawing at me since last September, seven months of wondering what the hell I did wrong... (cont. in comments)

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Kathy L Wheeler @kathylwheeler.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Mischief Monday: @lindah8.bsky.social Veil of Night: a murdered bridezilla. Hero: “She’s been kabobed.” Boss's reprimand: "It's stabbed! Remember that when you speak to the family & the press." And the sort of inappropriate humor I love. www.amazon.com/dp/B003F3FJUK/ #RomanticSuspense #BookishHumor

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Maxine Douglas Author ✍️📝💻📚 @maxinedouglasathr.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

#BookQW is from LEANNA’S LIGHT (an Alphabet Bride book) Sometimes the brightest light comes from the people who once felt forgotten. He may not ever give her love, but he would offer.…. Continue Reading: bit.ly/3RZIlg9 #historicalromance #endofsummer #alphabetbride #readingcommnity #readersky

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Maxine Douglas Author ✍️📝💻📚 @maxinedouglasathr.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

#BookQW is from LEANNA’S LIGHT (an Alphabet Bride book) She smiled, looking at her belongings which were a clump of discarded items on the ground.…. Continue Reading: bit.ly/4qftUkv #readersky #bookclubreads #americanhistoricalromance #backtoschool #endofsummer #alphabetbride #readingcommnity

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Kathy L Wheeler @kathylwheeler.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Five-year-old Taylor steals the story in Irreversible, Book Three in @miaaugustineauthor Bloomington Series. A dark, emotional rollercoaster of a story. First, Alex must win over the 5 yr old gatekeeper. Then things get complicated. www.amazon.com/dp/B00G83MO0W #romanticsuspense #scenestealingchild

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Kathy L Wheeler @kathylwheeler.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

Going deep...Sometimes the problem isn’t the emotion itself. It’s the point of view. The character sees the room. Hears the words. Notices what everyone is doing. But the reader never quite slips beneath the character’s skin. For more RWI tips, follow me: www.subscribepage.com/c8t2o4 #WritingRomance

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Patricia Kiyono @patriciakiyono.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

Historical romance author Laura Strickland is my guest today at Four Foxes, One Hound. Come and learn about the first in a new Scottish romance series! fourfoxesonehound.wordpress.com/2026/08/10/g...

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Guest Author: Laura Strickland and Threats and Promises

Laura Strickland is an active member of Authors Helping Authors, and is always one of the first to help us share news about our writing. Recently announced the release of the first in a new histori…

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Kathy L Wheeler @kathylwheeler.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

WEDNESDAY’S CHILD HAS SPOKEN… (OR NOT): How a child can move the needle in a story. I have to say, I’ve never really talked about the children in my books. I don’t know why I haven’t, because, heaven knows there are plenty. #romancelandia #romancedrama #rebelords www.amazon.com/dp/B08WRFK9Y7

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Maxine Douglas Author ✍️📝💻📚 @maxinedouglasathr.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

#BookQW is from LEANNA’S LIGHT (an #AlphabetBride book) Sometimes the brightest light comes from the people who once felt forgotten. I have high hopes that there are other children in this area of Indian Territory in need of …. #ContinueReading: bit.ly/4hfNrPx #readersky #americanhistorical

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LEANNA’S LIGHT (an Alphabet Bride book Sometimes the brightest light comes from the people who once felt forgotten. My Dearest Mia, By t...

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Maxine Douglas Author ✍️📝💻📚 @maxinedouglasathr.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

#BookQW is from HANNAH’S DISCOVERY (book 16, Reclusive Man Collection): **** “Reporter?” Jake asked feeling the blood drain from his body.… Continue Reading: bit.ly/4x7s7jA **** #americanhistoricalromance #historicalromance #romanceseries #readingcommunity #readersky

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Kathy L Wheeler @kathylwheeler.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

Her corset must have been too tight, too. 🤣🤣🤣 Historical Romance is NOT dead. books2read.com/enchanting-t... Book 1 of Rebel Lords is free for a time. If #Amazon is not showing "FREE"; I have you covered: payhip.com/b/8b1ti #1stinseries #romancelandia #rebellordsoflondon #amreading

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Kathy L Wheeler @kathylwheeler.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

Romance Writing Insight 15 How do you show not tell? Tell me in the comments. Follow me for more writing insights: www.subscribepage.com/c8t2o4 #WritingCommunity #RomanceWriting #AmWriting

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Kathy L Wheeler @kathylwheeler.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

Looking for something that boosts emotion in the scenes you're writing? I can help. :) #romancewriting #writingcraft #characterdevelopment #writinglife www.subscribepage.com/c8t2o4

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Maxine Douglas Author ✍️📝💻📚 @maxinedouglasathr.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

#BookQW is from HANNAH’S DISCOVERY(book 16, Reclusive Man Collection) Hannah strolled back to the newspaper office. Marty’s words “do you know who that is” … Continue Reading: tinyurl.com/yysacxzy #readersky #secretlife #americanhistoricalromance #historicalromance

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Maxine Douglas Author ✍️📝💻📚 @maxinedouglasathr.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

#BookQW is from HANNAH’S DISCOVERY Some secrets are buried like pecans—waiting for the right season to be uncovered. Jake didn’t have the heart or desire to be trapped in … Continue Reading: tinyurl.com/evehkkth #americanhistoricalromance #historicalfiction #readersky #oklahomafiction

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Sadira Stone @sadirastone.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

#BookQW DRIVE Tiny House, Big Fake Fiancé by Sadira Stone. 🌶Spicy slow burn 🌶Second chance romance 🌶Fake engagement 🌶Only one bed! And tiny houses, of course! Read free on KU: www.amazon.com/dp/B0DKS5NRK9 #RomanceBooks #TinyHome

Book Cover: Tiny House, Big Fake Fiancé by Sadira Stone.
Text: Love the Only One Bed trope?
Unguarded in sleep, she instinctively seeks me out. And heaven help me, I crave her just as much. More. Or maybe it’s the basic human need for touch that drives her. I’m a fool to think I matter to Lilith. Or Lilah. Whoever the hell I’m sharing my bed with.

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Maxine Douglas Author ✍️📝💻📚 @maxinedouglasathr.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

#BookQW is from BLOOD TIES (A Historical Time-Travel) ~~~~ Maybe the stories were exaggerated in a young boy’s mind; it did not matter. Seeing was believing,. . .Continue Reading: tinyurl.com/ydcxz2hf ~~~~ #readersky #americancivilwar #america250th #timetravelromance #IronBrigade #SecondBullRun

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Maxine Douglas Author ✍️📝💻📚 @maxinedouglasathr.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

#BookQW is from BLOOD TIES (A Historical Time-Travel) “Manda’s been gone ever since; up until this journal, a word has never been spoken or written about her. Father wouldn’t allow it.” Continue Reading: tinyurl.com/2kxh6t4y #AmericanHistorical #readersky #America250th #7thWisconsin #IronBrigade

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