COVER REVEAL

Hi Everyone!  Before I begin my post... go ahead... scroll down.  Look at that beauty.  I know you want to.  It's okay.  I'll wait right here until you come back from taking a sneak peek........................................ Pretty huh?  Well before I get into that, let me tell you that as you read this I am probably en route to my very first book signing.   Now, when I say first, I mean as an author.  I've been to LOTS of signings as a lover of books and authors, but this is the first time I will also get to attend as an author!  I am beyond excited, and I confess, a little nervous too!

I am thrilled to be bringing my mom along with me.  She's going to help me at my table but more than that, the two of us always have so much fun together.  I'm excited to see some of my friends and looking forward to making new ones, and of course, I will be fangirling over some authors with everyone else!  This should be a really great weekend.  Be prepared for lots of pictures and a post when I get back from the Houston Book Rave.

Now, the reason you are likely reading this is because you are curious about PRETTY LITTLE DREAMS the sequel to Pretty Little Lies!  I'm thrilled to not only share the cover with you, but the full jacket, showing you the synopsis as well.  The release date for the novel is January 13, 2014!

When I saw the photograph from Stephanie from This Modern Romance, I knew that this was my Luke and Olivia.  I messaged her and held my breath until she returned my message.  I'm thrilled that she was willing to let me showcase her beautiful work as my cover.

Laura at Bookfabulous designs had to put up with a lot from me.  I am very picky and unwilling to settle for less than my vision and she was patient, kind and so easy to work with.  Thank you Laura for bearing with me and helping me make my vision a reality.

Without further adieu, I give you the cover of - PRETTY LITTLE DREAMS

Thank you so much to everyone that helps share the cover today!  Some of the bloggers will even be sharing some (unedited) teasers from the book.  Enjoy!

P.S. There is still time to sign up for the blog tour - ARCs will be sent out in December.  If you have not read the first novel, Pretty Little Lies, please request a copy as one will be provided to you.  http://bit.ly/15EOqy2

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SALE!

Pretty Little Lies is only .99 for the weekend!  Get your copy while the sale lasts!  Happy reading.

New Novel by Margaret Taylor - All in the Name of Love

My friend, the amazing Margaret Taylor released a new novel!  Check it out!  Prominent LA Lawyer, Adrian Hoyle, never knew meeting the hot Hollywood actor, Devon Varick, would be dangerous to her health. But the night she does, everything in her life changes...

Now, after barely surviving a bomb meant to just scare her, she's on the run from an Italian Crime Boss, falling head over heels in love with a handsome actor that should not even be interested in frumpy old her and about to question everything she holds dear.

Join Devon and Adrian in this Action Adventure Contemporary Romance as they fight off the Mob, uncover secrets worth dying for and make the ultimate sacrifice to answer the question, how far would you go, All In The Name Of Love...

To purchase All in the Name of Love for only .99, click HERE
  

New Video Series

In case you missed it, I started a new video series.  I'm asking readers to submit their questions to me and each week I will answer a question or just share different aspects of my life.  The latest installment is an introduction to one of my best friends Georgia Cranston!  We are also asking you to make predictions about what YOU think is going to happen in book two!

Take a look :)

Pretty Little Lies AVAILABLE NOW!

I am thrilled to announce that Pretty Little Lies went live on Amazon two days early!!!  This is
exciting in part because when I have the launch party on Facebook Wednesday, hopefully some of you will have read the book by then!  I have some amazing games and prizes planned!

Here are the purchase links for PLL...

Amazon | Barnes & Noble

Paperback will be available to purchase hopefully by release day!

My blog tour is still going on now!  It started last week.  Here are links to the posts so far.



Mommy's A Book Whore

Marilyn's Book Blog

Reviews of a Book Fiend

Black Words - White Pages

Angela Corbett

IB Book Blogging

For those of you that have already purchased Pretty Little Lies, you could win a Kindle Paperwhite!  That's right, for my blog tour, I've giving away a Kindle!  All you have to do is enter your purchase number to be entered!

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Pretty Little Lies Teaser #6

Only 9 more days until release day!!!!  Here is a new teaser!  Enjoy.

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Fashion Tip Teaser

Olivia, my main character in Pretty Little Lies, is a fashion journalist. For a college project she started a blog she called 'Pink Sugar Couture' which crazily became an instant hit! She now has thousands of followers and runs the blog as well as writes articles for various fashion magazines.

Each chapter in Pretty Little Lies begins with one of Olivia's helpful fashion tips. Here's one of my faves...

Do you agree?  Or disagree?

Hope you are all having a wonderful Memorial Day so far!

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250 Facebook Likes Teaser Celebration

I am crazy excited that I hit over 250 likes on my author Facebook page.  As promised, I released a new teaser, and this one, is a long one :)  My main character Olivia was talked into attending her first speed dating event by her best friend, Pyper.  Olivia is not sure about this at all, and in preparation has had a few glasses of wine :)  Enjoy!

“Okay, everyone, please head to your assigned tables so we may begin.”

“Good luck!” I say with a cheery wave and big smile to Pyper. This time, when she looks at me, I see concern briefly register on her face, but I just keep smiling as I head to my table.

As I approach, there is someone sitting at my table already, his name tag reads ‘Sam.’ He has light brown hair, glasses, and is dressed in khaki pants and a white dress shirt. I’m rather surprised I don’t see a pocket protector in his shirt pocket. Nothing about him really stands out at me, to be honest. I don’t feel an immediate connection or anything when our eyes meet. Bummer. Too bad I can’t just yell out “NEXT!”

“Hello!” I say. I think I may have been kind of loud. Oops.

He startles, and somewhat shyly says, “Hello.”

I set my speeding ticket and pen on the table, set my handbag at my feet and take a seat. I smile broadly at Sam. He seems a bit taken back. Hmm, I kind of feel like maybe my smile is reminiscent of the Joker, but I’m sure I’m imagining it. I’m just nervous.

Abby is at the podium again, “Okay everyone on the count of one please press your bell to start the timer. Three…two….one.” Sam and I both reach out to press the bell at the same time. I push his hand out of the way and slam my hand on the top. “And go!” I say.

He smiles at me again somewhat hesitantly and asks, “So how long have you lived in Chicago? Were you born here, or did you move here?”

“Oh, well, I grew up here, and after I got my heart broken by someone I thought loved me, I ran away to Boston to attend college where I lived for five years. Then after I went through a nasty divorce to a guy I shouldn’t have married to begin with, I came back here to live with my best friend, Pyper. She’s over there.” I tell him, making a halfhearted attempt to wave behind me. Then I take another swallow of my wine.

“Oh, well. How…nice, I guess.” He mutters.

I snort at him. Nice? Not hardly.

“How about you, Sam?” I ask and I’m pretty sure I hissed the ‘S’ like a snake.

“I was born and raised in Chicago. I went to college for website design, and right after I graduated I got a job with Websites R Us and enjoy creating websites for several clients. It keeps me busy.”

“Oh, so you’re a techy geek huh?”

“Umm, I prefer the title internet designer.”

“I’m sure you do.” I think this is going well. This is easy. “What do you like to do in your spare time?”

He clears his throat, “Well, I enjoy taking walks in the park with my dog. I have a yellow lab named Goldie.”

I interrupt, “Wow, that’s original.” I say, deadpanned. Okay, kind of rude on my part, but really? Lame name.

“Well, actually, my six-year-old niece named her.”

“Oh. Well that’s awesome!” Way to go Olivia! You just insulted his niece. You rock at this. “How many nieces and nephews do you have?”

“I have four. Two nieces and two nephews. Do you have any?”

“Nope. I’m an only child.”

“Oh.” We just stare at each other for a few seconds. Then a few seconds more. And a few more. Wow. This is awkward. Maybe I should get up and sing and dance?

He clears his throat again and just as he’s about to ask me another question a bell rings signaling the end of our date. Thank God.

“Well Olivia, it was umm interesting meeting you.”

“Hey, you too, Sam. You have a good night, and good luck or whatever!”

He stands and steps away from the table. Turning to my speeding ticket, taking full advantage of the sixty seconds, I check STOP next to Sam’s name. I’m not gonna lie. Sam was boring and I don’t really have a website I need designed, so I don’t see an advantage here. I’m sure Sam thinks that went well though. I’m sure I at least got a MAYBE from him. Go me! I’ve totally got this. I am an amazing speed dater. I should get a button. Or a medal.

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