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The medieval romance novel I thought I’d never write

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If you’re looking for a medieval romance novel you’re expecting knights in shining armour, jousting, and at least three feasts. Right? Well, that’s what I always thought. I’d loved medieval history, literature, architecture, art, music – the works – since before I can remember. I studied it at university first as an undergraduate and then as a postgraduate, and when I starting writing my … Read More The medieval romance novel I thought I’d never write

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My favourite medieval romance novels

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As well as being an author, I am of course a reader! There are so many incredible medieval romance novels out there and there is no better time than to start exploring this fascinating and romantic period of history than right now. Whether you’ve read these before and want to relive them, or you’re about to dive into medieval romance novels for the first … Read More My favourite medieval romance novels

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Happy Thanksgiving!

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Those of you who know me may be a little surprised at this blog post – after all, I’m not American but a Brit! However, I think it’s important to take the time to be grateful for the awesome things in your life, and although I probably shouldn’t need a day literally entitled ‘Thanksgiving’ to do so, it’s remarkable how it focuses the mind. … Read More Happy Thanksgiving!

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Why write medieval historical romance?

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If you ask someone to think of historical romance, most people think of Regency bodice rippers, young ladies with names like Georgette or Isabella, who meet a Duke (typically in disguise) who they hate, then fall in love with. And yet there are plenty of historical romances that are set hundreds of years before the Regency ton decided how sleeves were to be worn that season. … Read More Why write medieval historical romance?

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Guest Blog: Unwrapping a Rogue

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BUY HERE Unwrap your next historical hero in this Regency romance boxset created especially for Christmas! Including brand new and exclusive content from USA Today and Bestselling authors as well as much-loved Christmas titles, find yourself lost in a world of snow, scandalous kisses, and sexy heroes.   How to Marry a Rake in Ten Days by Samantha Holt   The years had added … Read More Guest Blog: Unwrapping a Rogue

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Sneak peek into ‘Seduced under the Mistletoe’!

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Seduced under the Mistletoe is now live! If you’d like a little sneak preview, then how about reading the opening to my novella, Peril with a Prince! Chapter One The tankard dropped hard on the table and was accompanied by a leer that Giselle could see from right across the room in the dark inn. Frothy beer spilling onto the floor. She bared her … Read More Sneak peek into ‘Seduced under the Mistletoe’!

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Author Collaboration FAQs

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Since announcing that I am part of a multi-author boxset, I’ve been receiving a lot of questions – questions that (I hope!) have good answers! I wanted to bring them all into one place for you so that you can have a proper read. What does that even mean, a multi-author boxset? A typically boxset contains more than one book by the same author … Read More Author Collaboration FAQs

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Announcing ‘Seduced under the Mistletoe’!

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I am beyond excited to announce that I have partnered with 15 other historical romance authors to offer our readers the best Christmas gift ever: 16 steamy Christmas themed novellas for just 99c/99p! Entitled Seduced under the Mistletoe, this boxset will allow you to lose yourself in Viking romance, Regency romance, Victorian romance and more, all with a spicy edge and of course, a happily ever … Read More Announcing ‘Seduced under the Mistletoe’!

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What’s in a name?

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Alright, I’m just going to come out and say it: naming characters is the worst. Most of my (non-author) friends think that I’m crazy for saying this. After all, most of us only get to name a few people in our lives, and if you don’t have any children then you never get the pleasure of deciding what someone is going to be called … Read More What’s in a name?

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Holidaying as an author

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When most people take a vacation, they set down tools, leave the office, wave goodbye to their colleagues, and turn their mind off from their work until they need to step back into work again. Not so with us authors. Our office is of the mind, and that means that it is almost impossible to completely abandon and try to switch off while you … Read More Holidaying as an author

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Finishing a historical romance series

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Well – it’s done. I’ve finished the Ravishing Regencies series. 

You may find that a little surprising, and don’t worry if you are one of my loyal Kickstarter fans, the books were (technically!) already written! As I shared with you a few months ago, I had this incredible idea of how to add something into the series…

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Even authors get sick!

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Hello from the comfort of my armchair! Yes, that’s right: my loyal readers will know that I’m very prone to colds when winter arrives, and as soon as the weather changed here in the South of England, a sore throat started, and I’m now in the full throes of a headcold. Which is really inconvenient! Earlier in the week I was making real headway … Read More Even authors get sick!

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