Summer is right around the corner and I’ve got just the right book to add to your reading list! Whether you’re at the beach, in the mountains, or just relaxing at home, ONCE UPON A SUMMER is the perfect mix of sweet, fun, easy reading. And it’s AVAILABLE TODAY!!!

I’ve had such an amazing time working again with my friends Andrea Boyd, Toni Shiloh, and Jaycee Weaver on this project. While I hope you’ll love my novella, Gwen and the Three Dates, I KNOW you’ll adore their stories too. Read all about this fun collection here, then be sure and keep reading for details on our release week GIVEAWAY!!

ABOUT ONCE UPON A SUMMER

Embrace the enchantment of summer with these contemporary twists on timeless tales.

A New Beginning by Andrea Boyd— Who is she? Acacia Martin raised by an impostor mom serving a prison sentence for her sins, or Jasmine Callahan abducted at birth from a family she’s yet to meet? Luckily, she has Drake to help her untangle the mess that is her life. Will he ensnare her he art in the process?

An Ever After Summer by Toni Shiloh — The employees of In a Bind are terrified of Jean-Luc Thibodeaux, so Bellamy Larson hops on a plane to France to deal with the beastly client. Yet once she arrives, she’s convinced he merely needs a friend. Then her heart begins to want ever after, not just one summer.

Gwen and the Three Dates by Teresa Tysinger — Life isn’t a romantic movie, but Gwen Lochs is determined to find her leading man. When she joins a cheesy dating site, Gwen agrees to just three dates. Can Ben Smith watch his best friend and soulmate find someone else? A romantic comedy about searching for that just-right love.

Unkissable by Jaycee Weaver — Reality diva Charlotte Lavigne’s on-camera meltdown reminds former teen-TV prince Jaime Reyes exactly why he left Hollywood ten years ago. A chance encounter leads to a bargain that transforms them both. When it’s time to face her past, will their rediscovered love be strong enough to build a future together?

RELEASE WEEK GIVEAWAY!

To celebrate our release week, we’re giving away this fun summer bundle to one reader! To enter to win a $10 Amazon gift card, mesh tote, cute sunglasses, and summer tumbler visit HERE. Entries are open through May 31 and the winner will be contacted by email. Good luck!

Do you like adventures? Activities that cause a little bit (or a lot) of adrenaline to course through your veins? Gets your heart pumping? Makes you squeal with excitement?

I’m definitely NOT an adrenaline junkie. I actually hate that jittery feeling I just described (except squealing with delight — who doesn’t like that?). But, today I am embarking on a new adventure of sorts that has me pretty pumped.

Today I officially join the family of resident authors over at Inspy Romance! Along with two dozen other amazing Christian romance authors, this popular blog invites readers and writers alike to discuss all things inspirational romance. I’ve followed along for years and to be invited to join the team is a dream come true.

Check out my very first post on Inspy Romance, where I talk about how I played it (not so) cool when I received the invitation to go on this amazing adventure. To celebrate I’m also giving away a copy of one of my books, so be sure and comment on that post.

Why is this an “adventure” for me? I think adventures often require us to step outside of our comfort zones just a little. That’s what makes the blood pump a little faster, right? But adventures also bring promise of memory-making experiences. For me, joining Inspy Romance meets both of these requirements for an adventure. I’m a little nervous to write alongside some of my favorite authors who’ve been doing this for a lot longer than myself. I’ll be writing a post once a month, which also means I’ll have to call upon different creative juices to keep readers engaged. But, saying “YES!” also means I will undoubtedly gain not only new readers of my books but also new friends. You see, the Inspy Romance community is a friendly, compassionate, and fun bunch. Not only is the comment section on the blog great, there’s also an active Facebook community where the discussions on books, writing, and romance continue every day.

How could I say no to that adventure?!

Tell me about an adventure you’ve been on. How did it get your heart pumping? What memories came from the experience?

Today is an exciting day! I’m so excited to introduce you to my next project. Once Upon a Summer is a box set including contemporary retellings of timeless tales with five novellas from myself, Andrea Boyd, Mikal Dawn, Toni Shiloh, and Jaycee Weaver! Before I share about each story, here’s the cover!

Isn’t it just the most summery, calm, romantic cover? Designing this was fun! I’ll share more about that process in a later post.

Releasing on May 25, this fun collection takes some of your favorite (and one or two obscure) fairy tales and puts a modern spin on them in enchanting love stories.

Embrace the enchantment of summer with these contemporary twists on timeless tales.

A New Beginning by Andrea Boyd — Who is she? Acacia Martin raised by an impostor mom serving a prison sentence for her sins, or Jasmine Callahan abducted at birth from a family she’s yet to meet? Luckily, she has Drake to help her untangle the mess that is her life. Will he ensnare her he art in the process?

Resorting to Love by Mikal Dawn — Running from a forced marriage, Aleia McDermott takes a job working at Totoka Resort and Spa in Fiji. When Activities Director Jake Boring plans three masquerade balls, Aleia only intends to forget her troubles and enjoy the summer. Just because you’re wearing a mask doesn’t mean you can hide…from your father or from love.

An Ever After Summer by Toni Shiloh — The employees of In a Bind are terrified of Jean-Luc Thibodeaux, so Bellamy Larson hops on a plane to France to deal with the beastly client. Yet once she arrives, she’s convinced he merely needs a friend. Then her heart begins to want ever after, not just one summer.

Gwen and the Three Dates by Teresa Tysinger — Life isn’t a romantic movie, but Gwen Lochs is determined to find her leading man. When she joins a cheesy dating site, Gwen agrees to just three dates. Can Ben Smith watch his best friend and soulmate find someone else? A romantic comedy about searching for that just-right love.

Unkissable by Jaycee Weaver— Reality diva Charlotte Lavigne’s on-camera meltdown reminds former teen-TV prince Jaime Reyes exactly why he left Hollywood ten years ago. A chance encounter leads to a bargain that transforms them both. When it’s time to face her past, will their rediscovered love be strong enough to build a future together?