I have a spooky little number on the blog today, just in time for Halloween, as I join the blog tour for Abracadabra by Evanne Hardin Gray. Many thanks to Evanne for providing me with a copy of the book, and to Rachel Gilbey at Rachel's Random Resources for inviting me to take part. BLURB In the spirit of Practical Magic and First Frost, a modern-day magic folk tale weaves a fantasy of love, secrets, spellbooks, and family bonds into evocative prose .... It's common knowledge in Duran Hill that some women in the Kinley family have certain gifts ...

Today I am joining the blog tour for Overdue by Stephanie Perkins. Many thanks to Tracy Fenton at Compulsive Readers for inviting me to take part, and to Stephanie for providing me with a copy of the book. BLURB: Is it time to renew love or start a new chapter? Ingrid Dahl, a cheerful twenty-nine-year-old librarian in the cozy mountain town of Ridgetop, North Carolina, has been happily dating her college boyfriend, Cory, for eleven years without ever discussing marriage. But when Ingrid’s sister announces her engagement to a woman she’s only been dating for two years, Ingrid and Cory feel pressured to consider their future.

Today I am joining the Rachel's Random Resources blog tour for The Wordsmith's Guide to Planning the Perfect Plot by Elizabeth M Hurst. Many thanks to Elizabeth for providing me with a copy of the book, and to Rachel for inviting me to be a part of the tour. BLURB: * DO YOU STRUGGLE TO FINISH WRITING A NOVEL? * DO YOU RUN OUT OF MOMENTUM BECAUSE YOU DON'T KNOW WHERE YOUR STORY IS GOING? The Wordsmith’s Guide to Planning the Perfect Plot is your trusted companion for turning story ideas into structured, compelling narratives.

I am welcoming K.L. Crear to my blog today for a little interview as part of the blog tour for her novel, The Reinvention of Lottie Potts. Many thanks K.L. for talking to me, and to Rachel at Rachel's Random Resources for inviting me to join the tour. BLURB: Lottie Potts is happy enough - or so she thinks. Her life is slowly ticking away as she spends her days watching old films and daydreaming about another, better, version of herself. But Lottie isn’t one for change. That is until a blonde bombshell blows into town and knocks her husband Daniel completely off his feet.

Today, I am welcoming Florence Keeling to my blog as part of the blog tour for her novel, The Word is Love. Before we dive into my chat with Florence, here is everything you need to know about the book. Many thanks to Florence for taking the time to answer my questions, and to Rachel at Rachel's Random Resources for inviting me to be a part of the tour. BLURB: Lucky in life but unlucky in love, Lucy Greenfield owns a successful carriage business along with her best friend Max, and they have never been busier since their shire horses gained fame from their roles in the hit movie A Little in Love.

I am shining the spotlight in D.L. Cary's thriller, Maria's Shadow, today, as part of the Write Reads blog tour. BLURB: Maria's Shadow by D.L. Cary is a gripping thriller that follows Maria Hernández, a young Salvadoran woman ensnared by the sinister Saffron Veil after chasing a Hollywood dream. Trapped in a California mansion, she escapes with a dangerous secret, pursued by the powerful Senator Edward Grayson. As Detective John Jefferson uncovers a web of corruption in North Carolina, their paths converge in a high-stakes battle against a shadowy cabal. Packed with suspense, betrayal, and relentless pursuit, this novel explores courage and sacrifice against overwhelming odds.

Embarrassingly late for the tour, and with huge apologies to Jenna, I am finally able to share my review for This Is Me Trying. (Many thanks to Dave at The Write Reads for being so understanding.) BLURB: A contemporary YA romance novel exploring sexual consent, mental health, and co-dependency. When 14-year-old Brooke and 17-year-old Matt are cast as romantic leads in their drama group's performance of Romeo and Juliet, they didn't mean to actually fall in love. Brooke considers secrets and lies a small price to pay for a relationship with an older guy, until she discovers that Matt's role in taking their relationship to the next level one night was illegal.

I am joining the blog tour for Hit for Six, the first book in a new series by one of my favourite authors, Isabella May. Many thanks to Isabella for providing me with a copy of the book, and to Rachel Gilbey at Rachel's Random Resources for inviting me to be a part of the tour. BLURB: A simmering Fangirl Down X Rivals X Crazy Rich Asians (with a British twist) LOLA is juggling two jobs to make ends meet; underpaid sales exec by day, and waitress in a cocktail bar by night.

Today, I am joining the Compulsive Readers blog tour for My Husband's Lies by Maryann Webb. Many thanks to Maryann for providing me with a copy of the book, and to Tracy for inviting me to be a part of the tour. BLURB: How well do you really know the people closest to you? Aria Miller used to think she had the perfect life, but now that the honeymoon phase is all but a distant memory, she can't shake the feeling her perfect life is a sandcastle waiting to collapse.

I am joining the blog tour today for The Burial Witch, the second novella from Cari Thomas's Threadneedle world. Many thanks to Cari and Harper Voyager for providing me with a copy of the book, and to Anne Cater at Random Things Tours for inviting me to take part. BLURB: The unopenable box. A mythical object that appears in fairy tales and folklore across all cultures around the world. Sometimes the box can only be opened by the right person at the right time, such a rightful heir, and in other tales it is considered a warning.

Today I am joining the blog tour for How To Kill a Witch by Claire Mitchell and Zoe Venditozzi. Many thanks to Claire and Zoe for providing me with a copy of the book, and to Anne Cater at Random Things Tours for providing me with a copy of the book. BLURB: As a woman, if you lived in Scotland in the 1500s, there was a very good chance that you, or someone you knew, would be tried as a witch. Witch hunts ripped through the country for over 150 years, with at least 4,000 accused, and with many women's fates sealed by a…

I am joining the blog blitz for the historical fiction book, This Ruined Place by Michael Lawrence today. Many thanks to Michael for providing me with a copy of the book, and to Rachel at Rachel's Random Resources for inviting me to be a part of the blitz. BLURB: Evy Miller thinks a summer with her grandparents in sleepy Dorset will be painfully dull. Her suspicions are confirmed when Juby, a wild-haired, lanky old man, strolls through her grandparents' doorway. At first, she thinks he’s nothing more than an odd duck who charms her grandmother and annoys her grandfather.

Today I am helping to kick off the blog tour for cricket romcom Wicket Maiden by Chrissie Harrison. Many thanks to Chrissie for providing me with a copy of the book, and to Rachel at Rachel's Random Resources for inviting me to take part. BLURB: WICKET MAIDEN is a groundbreaking romantic comedy set in the world of women’s cricket. It’s the start of a new season for professional women’s cricket team The Scorpions. Acclaimed batter Ellie, 32, is returning to the game after a long injury, determined to regain her form and her place in the England squad.

I am hopping on the blog blitz for The Throne of Ash by Lissy Porter. Many thanks to Lissy for providing me with a copy of the book, and to Rachel at Rachel's Random Resources for inviting me to be a part of the tour. BLURB: The Throne of Ash - A thrilling Tudor-esque fantasy with all the deceit, politics and Courtly romance of the Tudor era A Queen. A Princess. And a Consort who must be chosen to ensure the future of the Throne of Ash. The Queen's Face masks all—even the woman who wears it.

I am jumping on board the blog tour for fantasy novel Feather and Famine by Mariah L. Rosewood today. Many thanks to Mariah for providing me with a copy of the book, and to Zoe at Zooloos Book Tours for inviting me to take part. BLURB: Only she can sense the tree’s magic. Unfortunately, the tree’s not hers. It's his. In the famine-stricken kingdom of Ittora, Ayse discovers a magical birch that might hold the power to save everyone. If only Aiden, the tree’s grumpy, annoyingly hot guardian would get over himself and let her investigate it.

I am joined today by our very own Zoe-Lee O'Farrell, of Zooloos Book Tours, to talk about her own YA fantasy/horror novel, Ouija. BLURB: The only thing for certain is the deaths were no accident. Rayner High School, once a prestigious school, stands in ruins after such a terrible event. A year later, a group of friends returns to the abandoned school and their nightmare begins. Something wants to get out and won't take NO for an answer. You can order your copy of Ouija HERE. Where does the inspiration for your books come from?

I am welcoming Ann Bennett to my blog today as she answers a few questions as part of the birthday blog blitz for Bamboo Heart. Many thanks to Ann for taking the time to do this, and to Rachel at Rachel's Random Resources for inviting me to be a part of the tour. BLURB: From award-winning author Ann Bennett comes a captivating WW2 novel of love and survival - a daughter’s journey of discovery and a soldier’s strength in the bleakest of times. When Laura Ellis, a successful city lawyer, arrives home to see her dying father Tom, a mysterious stranger is watching the house.

I am writing with huge apologies today - Catherine Yardley kindly took the time to write a guest post for me to share as part of the blog tour for Where the Light is Hottest, and I repaid her by totally forgetting to post it yesterday! Anyway, a day later than planned, read on to see what Catherine had to say about persistence. Many thanks to Rachel at Rachel's Random Resources for inviting me to be a part of the tour, and for understanding my lapse of memory. BLURB: Natasha Jones has everything - a successful acting career, an Oscar, a wonderful husband and beautiful kids.

I am handing over the reins to Jacqueline Bacci today, who has kindly written a guest post for me to share as part of the blog tour for her novel, After Paris. Many thanks to Jacqueline for taking the time to do this, and to Rachel at Rachel's Random Resources for inviting me to be a part of the tour. BLURB: They met twice that day. Once as Alyssa James, journalist and Xavier Montgomery, businessman and once as Mr Casanova and Papillon. Alyssa James had already had her heart destroyed once and so resisting Xavier Montgomery is the right thing to do.

Today I am joining the blog tour for Crown of Hearts by Leané Giliomee. Many thanks to Zoe at Zooloos Blog Tours for inviting me to take part and for providing me with a copy of this book, and the …

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The utterly gorgeous (I mean, just look at that cover!) Crestwood Falls by Emma-Louise Smith was published yesterday, and I was lucky enough to get my hands on an early copy. BLURB: Grieving the lo…