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Joie Lesin — Author @joielesin.bsky.social · 15h

It's Book Quote Wednesday and the word of the day is STRONG.

Excerpt from my 1940s ghost story, THE PASSENGER.

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She’s a 1940s ghost whisperer.

#supernaturalfiction #ghoststory #historicalfantasy #paranormalfantasy #books #booksky #bookquotewednesday #bqw #twrpbks

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Tena Stetler @tenastetler.bsky.social · 1d

#WQ Wednesday- Word is "strong" in my #ParanormalRomance A Vampire's Unlikely Alliance-#vampire #Halloween #fantasy #Ireland #Australia #glaciernationalpark #Radio #Romance #Bookboost #PNR #DJ #Witch's a.co/gwldy2P

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Laura Strickland Author @laurastrickland5.bsky.social · 23h

#Preorder #Scottish #HistoricalRomance #DestinedLovers #AHAgrp The newest addition to my Ancient Songs series is up for preorder! Be sure to grab it now while it's only 99 cents. Price will increase after publication.
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For a Viking’s Heart : Scottish Historical Romance (Ancient Songs Book 4)

Amazon.com: For a Viking’s Heart : Scottish Historical Romance (Ancient Songs Book 4) eBook : Strickland, Laura: Kindle Store

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Maxine Douglas Author ✍️📝💻📚 @maxinedouglasathr.bsky.social · 20h

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#readersky #bookclub #historicalromance #newbeginnings #secondchances #gildedage #americanhistorical

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Tena Stetler @tenastetler.bsky.social · 1d

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Hidden Gypsy Magic by Tena Stetler is a Trick or Treat Bonanza pick #paranormalromance #paranormalmystery #halloween #giveaway

If they want a future together, it means facing the consequences of awakening hidden Gypsy magic and a race against the clock to correct past wrongs.

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Patricia Kiyono @patriciakiyono.bsky.social · 3d

Author Josie Riviera is my guest today with a new autumn release - an inspirational small town romance! She shares her personal inspiration for the story. Come and visit at fourfoxesonehound.wordpress.com/2025/10/06/g...

Guest Author: Josie Riviera and A Harvest of Miracles

Josie Riviera is an active member of the Authors Helping Authors group, and she’s been my guest before. Just in time for autumn, she has a brand new release! It’s described on the cover as a “sweet…

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Maxine Douglas Author ✍️📝💻📚 @maxinedouglasathr.bsky.social · 2d

Have you ever been excited about getting a package delivered only to . . . . Continue reading: bit.ly/4o06
#readersky #mondayblogs #authorlife

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Sadira Stone @sadirastone.bsky.social · 4d

It's #nationalcinnamonrollday !
In #romancebooks, a cinnamon roll hero is the ultimate supporter. A bossy alphahole seeks to bend the heroine to his will, but a cinnamon roll guy adores her every facet.
Sometimes, they hide their sweet, gooey center beneath a crusty exterior.
#bookboyfriends

Background: cinnamon rolls
Text: Meety my cinnamon roll book boyfriends!
Book covers: Sweet Summer Surprise: Matteo
Love, Art, and Other Obstacles: Elmer
Passion in the Cards: Jesse
Sweet Slow Sizzle: Jojo
Delicious Heat: Diego

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A. Nelson & LM Potter-book2 preorders available @anelsonlmpotter.bsky.social · 5d

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “An emotionally charged romance with a mix of heart & humor. Men In Books Aren’t Better is a must read!”

Only $5.99 on Kindle! Get yours today!
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#NelsonPotter #sweetromance #cleanromance #RomCom
#MenInBooksArentBetter
#LynnPainter #fakedating #alltheheatwithoutthespice

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Joie Lesin — Author @joielesin.bsky.social · 5d

Check out my brand new blogpost: When a Four-Year-Old Makes Up Her Mind

#FridayBlog #blogpost #memories #kidssaythefunniestthings #authorlife #family #creativenonfiction

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Storytime with Salem: When a Four-Year-Old Makes Up Her Mind

About a quarter of a century ago when your momma was four, she and I had a memorable conversation. I recall this fondly not only because of her age—four was one of my favorite ages with both her and...

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A. Nelson & LM Potter-book2 preorders available @anelsonlmpotter.bsky.social · 6d

Men In Books Aren’t Better
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“Great writing, a great story, & a happily ever after!” ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Just What the Doctor Hired
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“The pacing was tight, the emotional beats landed, & the HEA was so satisfying!” ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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Tena Stetler @tenastetler.bsky.social · 6d

#ThrowbackThursday - A Witch's Quandary - Log Line – A Broken Engagement leads to the discovery of stolen magic & brimming with malice & a little blackmail mixed in. Can they weather the storm? #mystery #fantansy #bookboost #readerscommunity #romance #PNR buff.ly/sYLI3xu

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Tena Stetler @tenastetler.bsky.social · 8d

#BookQuoteWednesday Word is "hard" in my #paranormal #romance An Angel's Wylder Assignment-The man grunted out a laugh. “The wind whips HARD in these parts".- #timetravel #historical #western #mystery #fantasy #ahagrp #BookBoost #Shifter #Magic #Wyoming #PNR buff.ly/O3NdVRQ

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Maxine Douglas Author ✍️📝💻📚 @maxinedouglasathr.bsky.social · 7d

BookQW is from DECEITFUL PROMISES (A Letters to Santa Story)
This Christmas promises may deceive, but love could be the miracle they never expected.

“Having or not having children is not a requirement, although I would like…” #CONTINUEREADING: bit.ly/485X4vu

#readersky #preorder #bookclub

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A. Nelson & LM Potter-book2 preorders available @anelsonlmpotter.bsky.social · 9d

The prescription was pretend—until it turned into a full-blown case of love!

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“Their chemistry is off the charts!”

Only $5.99 on Kindle! Get yours today!
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#JustWhattheDoctorHired #LynnPainter #BooksWorthReading #NelsonPotter #medicalromance #sweetromance #cleanromancenovels

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Tena Stetler @tenastetler.bsky.social · 9d

Good Day Everyone!
I’m celebrating 11 years traditional published with The Wild Rose Press. Take a peek at my journey.
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Thank you all so much! Have a fantastic week!
Tena Stetler, Author

Celebrating Eleven Years Traditionally Published - Tena Stetler

Celebrating Eleven Years Published -

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A. Nelson & LM Potter-book2 preorders available @anelsonlmpotter.bsky.social · 10d

He needed a date. She needed the job. Diagnosis? Unexpected feelings! Is their chemistry a prescription for love?

Only $5.99 on Kindle! Get your copy today!
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#JustWhattheDoctorHired #LynnPainter #BooksWorthReading #NelsonPotter #medicalromance #sweetromance #cleanromancenovels

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Maxine Douglas Author ✍️📝💻📚 @maxinedouglasathr.bsky.social · 9d

It was a very busy weekend again! The 17th Annual . . . . Continue reading: bit.ly/4pKNKDB
#readersky #mondayblogs #fallfestival #readingcommunity #authorslife #buylocal #craftfair #foodtruckcompetition #leglamp

9/29/25 It's An Author's Life

It was a very busy weekend again! The 17 th Annual Rock Island Arts Festival was held Friday and Saturday, along with the Oklahoma Food Tr...

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Tena Stetler @tenastetler.bsky.social · 14d

#ThrowbackThursday - A Vampire's Unlikely Alliance - Not what you’ve come to expect from a Vampire Tale! Join Stefan and Brandy for an exciting romantic fantasy where magic may save the day. But will it be too late? #mystery #fantasy #Halloween #bookblast #bookworm buff.ly/lSi7v9n

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A. Nelson & LM Potter-book2 preorders available @anelsonlmpotter.bsky.social · 12d

Sometimes the rules you make are the ones your heart tries to break.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “The banter was on point!”

Only $5.99 on Kindle! Get yours now!
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#JustWhattheDoctorHired #NelsonPotter #medicalromance #sweetromance #cleanromancenovels

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Tena Stetler @tenastetler.bsky.social · 15d

#BookQuoteWednesday Word is "last" in my #paranormal #romance An Angel's Wylder Assignment-A Scottish Warrior Angel, Shapeshifters, and Demons in the Wylder west of 1878. #timetravel #historical #western #mystery #fantasy #ahagrp #BookBoost #Shifter #Magic #Wyoming #PNR buff.ly/O3NdVRQ

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A. Nelson & LM Potter-book2 preorders available @anelsonlmpotter.bsky.social · 14d

Looking for your next #romance read? Check out these sweet swoony #romcoms !

Men In Books Aren’t Better
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Just What the Doctor Hired
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Maxine Douglas Author ✍️📝💻📚 @maxinedouglasathr.bsky.social · 14d

#BookQW is from THIRTEEN REFLECTIONS (A Friday the 13th Story Collection #7)

For Cari, that’s where the story began and ended with the. . . Continue reading: bit.ly/4nMdcqs

#readersky #readingcommunity #horrorsky #paranormal #fridaythe13th #13authors13stories #fridaythe13th

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Patricia Kiyono @patriciakiyono.bsky.social · 16d

Ever wonder how you’ll ever get “all the things” done? Author Cynthia Anne Hurt explains how she juggles writing with working and raising a toddler at Four Foxes, One Hound. Come and visit! fourfoxesonehound.wordpress.com/2025/09/22/g...

Guest Author: Cynthia Anne Hurt and “Timber”

There are several authors I see in more than one of the many groups I’ve joined. Cynthia Anne Hurt is a fellow member of the Greater Detroit Romance Writers, the Michigan Romance Writers, and…

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Joie Lesin — Author @joielesin.bsky.social · 18d

He’s the son of a ghost.

Angry with his father who abandoned him as a child, Gio Clemente learns he must let go of his anger and accept the unknown before he can have the life he never knew he needed.

#ghoststory #historicalfantasy #paranormalromance #romancelandia #booksworthreading #bookish

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