Petticoats & Pistols » New Releases http://petticoatsandpistols.com Romancing The West Thu, 24 May 2012 07:00:15 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 WHITE EAGLE’S TOUCH — The Story Behind the Story http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/05/22/white-eagles-touch-the-story-behind-the-story/ http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/05/22/white-eagles-touch-the-story-behind-the-story/#comments Tue, 22 May 2012 08:10:54 +0000 Karen Kay http://petticoatsandpistols.com/?p=32576 Howdy! WHITE EAGLE'S TOUCH -- one of my best selling books -- is currently being released newly in ebook format.  And since it's one of my favorites, I thought I'd tell you a little of the background that went in to the making of that book. I love this cover by the way.  WHITE EAGLE'S TOUCH starts with my love of a rather spoiled, head-strong heroine -- one who is really quite soft-hearted, but for reasons explained in the book, she harbors opinions that are far from flattering.  In the story, the heroine, Katrina, is blond-haired, stubborn, almost out of funds and demanding her inheritance in order that she might marry into royalty.  She has also grown up without ever knowing her parents -- who perished out West -- or her uncle, who holds the purse-strings to her inheritance. In other words, she has some reason to be spoiled, because she's grown up without love -- with a succession of nannies. There are problems -- mainly that her uncle will not release her funds until she comes West and parades her fiance for his approval.  I must admit that it really is a lot to ask of a young woman who has known only the comforts of New York City -- still it was rather fun to play with her outrage. Of coure her uncle doesn't show up at the scheduled rendevous -- he sends his friend -- who is almost like a son to him -- White Eagle -- to bring her to him. Of course the story goes on from there -- spoiled, rich-girl meets handsome, yet determined young Indian warrior. Now, the truth of the matter is that the character of Katrina was patterned after my daughter, Trina, who is definitely not blond.  Not that Trina is spoiled, but at the writing of this story, Trina was a teenager -- about nineteen, I believe -- and she definitely had her likes and dislikes.  Off to the side here is a picture of Trina with her daughter and my granddaughter, Lila.  But patterning the heroine after my daughter really gave me a deeper understanding of my character, Katrina's, personality -- it also helped me to love this character, even when she is at her wit's end. In writing this book, I often had pictures of clothing and what the heroine might have looked like at that time.  Off to the left here is a picture of that period's clothing.  I love this clothing, I must admit and sometimes wish we could go back to an age where women looked so very feminine.  Now this picture to the left really -- in my mind -- has the look of my heroine at this time.  A little bored, a little spoiled, always well dressed and trying to do the right thing -- although in the West, my heroine's efforts are sometimes clumsy and humorous -- as she tries to "fit in." As for the hero, another one of my loves -- I've always loved the hero, who brooks no argument, yet who is kind and generous -- and who is waiting patiently for the heroine to come to her senses. There is one scene in this book that I particularly like.  It was a scene where the hero, along with his friend concoct a scheme to send Katrina's fiance packing.  At the writing of this book, I had just the previous year, married my husband, Paul.  When I married Paul, however, I also discovered that he was extremely close to his brother, Bob -- this picture to the right isof Bob and Paul -- Paul is the one sitting down.  But his particular scene was about these two fellows and what they would do if they were there to rid themselves of this very unwanted person, and send him packing for home. Interestingly, that "friend" of White Eagle is Night Thunder who has a book of his own -- next in this series. To end I thought I'd show you a picture of the original cover for WHITE EAGLE'S TOUCH.  The reason I have to show you is that this cover is also one of my most favorite covers. Well, that's all for today.  I'm on the road and so might not be able to respond to every post, but I will be picking one blogger out to send a free book to. So come on in and leave a comment.    ]]> http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/05/22/white-eagles-touch-the-story-behind-the-story/feed/ 24 Winnie’s Book Giveaway Winner http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/05/22/winnies-book-giveaway-winner/ http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/05/22/winnies-book-giveaway-winner/#comments Tue, 22 May 2012 05:53:14 +0000 Winnie Griggs http://petticoatsandpistols.com/?p=32656 Thanks to everyone for all the wonderful comments today.  I threw all the names into a hat (Well, into my random number generator anyway) and

THE WINNER IS

VALRI !!!

Congratualtions Valri.  Contact me via my website so I can get your mailing info and I'll get copy of A Baby Between Them right out to you! And remember, any of you who would like to pre-order a copy can do so HERE]]> http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/05/22/winnies-book-giveaway-winner/feed/ 2 Filly New Release Update – May 2012 http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/04/29/filly-new-release-update-may-2012/ http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/04/29/filly-new-release-update-may-2012/#comments Sun, 29 Apr 2012 05:25:29 +0000 Fillies http://petticoatsandpistols.com/?p=31955   Listed below are the upcoming releases from our talented writers here at Wildflower Junction. To purchase any of these fine books, just click on the book covers. And to learn more about the authors, click on thier names.   THE LAST REAL COWBOY (Cadence Creek Cowboys) By Donna Alward   From the moment he turned up late to her charity's meeting, placating everyone with a tip of his Stetson and a lazy smile, Angela Beck knew that Sam Diamond was going to be Trouble with a capital T. Angela is the prickliest woman Sam's ever met—let alone had to work with! He'd love to still her sharp tongue with a kiss, but first he has to get close enough to awaken the complex woman beneath the deliberately cool exterior. And that's something only a real cowboy can do.…                                        THE GREATEST GIFT (Digital Only) Multi-author Anthology                              No one holds a special place in the heart quite like a mother—but moms need romance, too! This Mother's Day, enjoy four heartwarming contemporary romance novellas from Harlequin about the greatest gift of all: love! The Greatest Gift: A Mother's Day Collection includes:
    • Second-Chance Mother by Donna Alward
    • Unexpected Gifts by Tanya Michaels
    • A Mother's Day Match by Katherine Garbera
    • Her First Mother's Day by Kathleen O'Brien
  WEDDINGS UNDER A WESTERN SKY Multi-author Anthology Three stories of cowboys who find love, by three exceptional authors of western romance, Lisa Plumley, Elizabeth Lane and Kate Welsh From author Elizabeth Lane The Hand-Me-Down-Bride Arabella Spencer's trip west was supposed to end in marriage to her longtime sweetheart-not with the discovery that he'd made someone else his wife! Can rancher Stewart McIntyre convince Arabella that Montana can still be her dream come true, with a new groom for this hand-me-down bride?       WHITE EAGLE'S TOUCH (Blackfoot Warrior Series) by Karen Kay -- Samhain Publishing -- Retro Romance Two worlds.   They came from different world -- she, the wealthy English socialite traveling deep into Indian territory; he the proud and powerful Blackfoot warrior who once saved her life.  White Eagle is captivated by Katrina Wellington's shimmering loveliness, but the little girl he once called "Shines Like Moonlight" is now a grown woman, betrothed to another.  And although she moves his soul like no other, he knows he can never have her. ONE LOVE -- Raised in civilized society, Katrina never wanted to return to the West.  The hard, dangerous life had killed her parents and, if it weren't for White Eagle's bravery, she might have died too.  But her learned disdain for White Eagle's people soon gives way as they discover that the spark of love from their childhood had blaed into an all-consuming passion.  But is it enough to sustain a love that both their worlds call...forbidden? http://store.samhainpublishing.com/white-eagles-touch-p-6773.html   NIGHT THUNDER'S BRIDE (Blackfoot Warrior Series) by Karen Kay -- Samhain Publishing -- Retro Romance His wife in every way...  He had promised to protect the beautiful white woman.  But a Blackfoot warrior must never raise a hand against his own brothers, even if they ean to harm and disgrace a helpless captive.  There was only one thing a man of honor like Night Thunder could do; claim Rebecca Cothern as his wife. From the moment Rebecca stepped into Night Thunder's powerful embrace in full view of his tribe -- making his marriage vow true in their eyes -- she knew her life would never be the same.  How could she travel among his people as his "wife" and share his bed without succumbing to the desire that burned so fiercely in her breast?  Night Thunder swore that she would truly be his bride in every way, if only Rebecca would give herself to him freely and without remorse.  But could she sacrifice the only life she'd ever known -- and the future she'd always dreamed of -- for a deep, satisfying taste of forbidden passion? http://store.samhainpublishing.com/night-thunders-bride-p-6806.html]]> http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/04/29/filly-new-release-update-may-2012/feed/ 1 Welcome to Cadence Creek! http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/04/09/welcome-to-cadence-creek/ http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/04/09/welcome-to-cadence-creek/#comments Mon, 09 Apr 2012 06:48:00 +0000 Donna http://petticoatsandpistols.com/?p=31511 I can't wait until May. Why? Because in May my readers get to visit a brand new town in a duet I have coming out called Cadence Creek Cowboys (yeehaw!). This duet was the most fun I've had writing in a while. Why? Well, take a brand new Alberta small town setting, throw in some sexy, confident cowboys, and pair them up with a couple of damaged but unbelievably strong women and poof! A joy to write from start to finish. That's not to say there's not a bit of seriousness involved. For those of you who know me at all, you know that my characters are usually facing some pretty big personal challenges. In book one, THE LAST REAL COWBOY, Sam Diamond is dealing with his father's illness and what that means to the family, as well as butting heads with Angela Beck, social worker and Executive Director of Butterfly House - a special shelter for women who have escaped abusive relationships. Angela feels a lot of pressure to make the project a success, but she also has to face her own demons. Not necessarily light stuff. But throw in a ankle-biting escape artist called Morris (the cat), Sam's warm and welcoming mother, Molly, and the shelter's first resident, a sweet woman name Clara, and things balance out just right, I think. Book 2, THE REBEL RANCHER is out in June - Clara gets her own story and you get to meet the legendary Tyson Diamond - and his reputation has definitely preceded him. Ty was one of my favourite heroes to write - EVER. A rebel by reputation but underneath he puts the gentle in gentleman.  And Clara, despite being sweet as chocolate pie, has a spine of steel. The girl's no pushover. In some ways it was a challenge to write both Angela and Clara. Both have a lot of baggage to get past, a lot of trust issues and downright fear. But I also felt very strongly about giving them their happy-ever-after - because I truly believe that there is always hope. That even after the worst has happened, there can be someone out there for all of us who has patience and gentleness and strength.  That everyone is worthy of being loved. So the good news is you can buy THE LAST REAL COWBOY a month early here at harlequin.com. And if you've got a hankering for more, I have a reprint out right now too - my second-ever Harlequin Romance Marriage at Circle M is out in THERE AND NOW, by Linda Lael Miller. Now, let's hope those April showers kick in and bring some May flowers - up here in Canada we're REALLY ready for winter to be done!  ]]> http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/04/09/welcome-to-cadence-creek/feed/ 13 Filly New Release Update – April 2012 http://petticoatsandpistols.com Romancing The West Thu, 24 May 2012 07:00:15 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 Petticoats & Pistols » New Releases http://petticoatsandpistols.com Romancing The West Thu, 24 May 2012 07:00:15 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 WHITE EAGLE’S TOUCH — The Story Behind the Story http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/05/22/white-eagles-touch-the-story-behind-the-story/ http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/05/22/white-eagles-touch-the-story-behind-the-story/#comments Tue, 22 May 2012 08:10:54 +0000 Karen Kay http://petticoatsandpistols.com/?p=32576 Howdy! WHITE EAGLE'S TOUCH -- one of my best selling books -- is currently being released newly in ebook format.  And since it's one of my favorites, I thought I'd tell you a little of the background that went in to the making of that book. I love this cover by the way.  WHITE EAGLE'S TOUCH starts with my love of a rather spoiled, head-strong heroine -- one who is really quite soft-hearted, but for reasons explained in the book, she harbors opinions that are far from flattering.  In the story, the heroine, Katrina, is blond-haired, stubborn, almost out of funds and demanding her inheritance in order that she might marry into royalty.  She has also grown up without ever knowing her parents -- who perished out West -- or her uncle, who holds the purse-strings to her inheritance. In other words, she has some reason to be spoiled, because she's grown up without love -- with a succession of nannies. There are problems -- mainly that her uncle will not release her funds until she comes West and parades her fiance for his approval.  I must admit that it really is a lot to ask of a young woman who has known only the comforts of New York City -- still it was rather fun to play with her outrage. Of coure her uncle doesn't show up at the scheduled rendevous -- he sends his friend -- who is almost like a son to him -- White Eagle -- to bring her to him. Of course the story goes on from there -- spoiled, rich-girl meets handsome, yet determined young Indian warrior. Now, the truth of the matter is that the character of Katrina was patterned after my daughter, Trina, who is definitely not blond.  Not that Trina is spoiled, but at the writing of this story, Trina was a teenager -- about nineteen, I believe -- and she definitely had her likes and dislikes.  Off to the side here is a picture of Trina with her daughter and my granddaughter, Lila.  But patterning the heroine after my daughter really gave me a deeper understanding of my character, Katrina's, personality -- it also helped me to love this character, even when she is at her wit's end. In writing this book, I often had pictures of clothing and what the heroine might have looked like at that time.  Off to the left here is a picture of that period's clothing.  I love this clothing, I must admit and sometimes wish we could go back to an age where women looked so very feminine.  Now this picture to the left really -- in my mind -- has the look of my heroine at this time.  A little bored, a little spoiled, always well dressed and trying to do the right thing -- although in the West, my heroine's efforts are sometimes clumsy and humorous -- as she tries to "fit in." As for the hero, another one of my loves -- I've always loved the hero, who brooks no argument, yet who is kind and generous -- and who is waiting patiently for the heroine to come to her senses. There is one scene in this book that I particularly like.  It was a scene where the hero, along with his friend concoct a scheme to send Katrina's fiance packing.  At the writing of this book, I had just the previous year, married my husband, Paul.  When I married Paul, however, I also discovered that he was extremely close to his brother, Bob -- this picture to the right isof Bob and Paul -- Paul is the one sitting down.  But his particular scene was about these two fellows and what they would do if they were there to rid themselves of this very unwanted person, and send him packing for home. Interestingly, that "friend" of White Eagle is Night Thunder who has a book of his own -- next in this series. To end I thought I'd show you a picture of the original cover for WHITE EAGLE'S TOUCH.  The reason I have to show you is that this cover is also one of my most favorite covers. Well, that's all for today.  I'm on the road and so might not be able to respond to every post, but I will be picking one blogger out to send a free book to. So come on in and leave a comment.    ]]> http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/05/22/white-eagles-touch-the-story-behind-the-story/feed/ 24 Winnie’s Book Giveaway Winner http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/05/22/winnies-book-giveaway-winner/ http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/05/22/winnies-book-giveaway-winner/#comments Tue, 22 May 2012 05:53:14 +0000 Winnie Griggs http://petticoatsandpistols.com/?p=32656 Thanks to everyone for all the wonderful comments today.  I threw all the names into a hat (Well, into my random number generator anyway) and

THE WINNER IS

VALRI !!!

Congratualtions Valri.  Contact me via my website so I can get your mailing info and I'll get copy of A Baby Between Them right out to you! And remember, any of you who would like to pre-order a copy can do so HERE]]> http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/05/22/winnies-book-giveaway-winner/feed/ 2 Filly New Release Update – May 2012 http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/04/29/filly-new-release-update-may-2012/ http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/04/29/filly-new-release-update-may-2012/#comments Sun, 29 Apr 2012 05:25:29 +0000 Fillies http://petticoatsandpistols.com/?p=31955   Listed below are the upcoming releases from our talented writers here at Wildflower Junction. To purchase any of these fine books, just click on the book covers. And to learn more about the authors, click on thier names.   THE LAST REAL COWBOY (Cadence Creek Cowboys) By Donna Alward   From the moment he turned up late to her charity's meeting, placating everyone with a tip of his Stetson and a lazy smile, Angela Beck knew that Sam Diamond was going to be Trouble with a capital T. Angela is the prickliest woman Sam's ever met—let alone had to work with! He'd love to still her sharp tongue with a kiss, but first he has to get close enough to awaken the complex woman beneath the deliberately cool exterior. And that's something only a real cowboy can do.…                                        THE GREATEST GIFT (Digital Only) Multi-author Anthology                              No one holds a special place in the heart quite like a mother—but moms need romance, too! This Mother's Day, enjoy four heartwarming contemporary romance novellas from Harlequin about the greatest gift of all: love! The Greatest Gift: A Mother's Day Collection includes:
    • Second-Chance Mother by Donna Alward
    • Unexpected Gifts by Tanya Michaels
    • A Mother's Day Match by Katherine Garbera
    • Her First Mother's Day by Kathleen O'Brien
  WEDDINGS UNDER A WESTERN SKY Multi-author Anthology Three stories of cowboys who find love, by three exceptional authors of western romance, Lisa Plumley, Elizabeth Lane and Kate Welsh From author Elizabeth Lane The Hand-Me-Down-Bride Arabella Spencer's trip west was supposed to end in marriage to her longtime sweetheart-not with the discovery that he'd made someone else his wife! Can rancher Stewart McIntyre convince Arabella that Montana can still be her dream come true, with a new groom for this hand-me-down bride?       WHITE EAGLE'S TOUCH (Blackfoot Warrior Series) by Karen Kay -- Samhain Publishing -- Retro Romance Two worlds.   They came from different world -- she, the wealthy English socialite traveling deep into Indian territory; he the proud and powerful Blackfoot warrior who once saved her life.  White Eagle is captivated by Katrina Wellington's shimmering loveliness, but the little girl he once called "Shines Like Moonlight" is now a grown woman, betrothed to another.  And although she moves his soul like no other, he knows he can never have her. ONE LOVE -- Raised in civilized society, Katrina never wanted to return to the West.  The hard, dangerous life had killed her parents and, if it weren't for White Eagle's bravery, she might have died too.  But her learned disdain for White Eagle's people soon gives way as they discover that the spark of love from their childhood had blaed into an all-consuming passion.  But is it enough to sustain a love that both their worlds call...forbidden? http://store.samhainpublishing.com/white-eagles-touch-p-6773.html   NIGHT THUNDER'S BRIDE (Blackfoot Warrior Series) by Karen Kay -- Samhain Publishing -- Retro Romance His wife in every way...  He had promised to protect the beautiful white woman.  But a Blackfoot warrior must never raise a hand against his own brothers, even if they ean to harm and disgrace a helpless captive.  There was only one thing a man of honor like Night Thunder could do; claim Rebecca Cothern as his wife. From the moment Rebecca stepped into Night Thunder's powerful embrace in full view of his tribe -- making his marriage vow true in their eyes -- she knew her life would never be the same.  How could she travel among his people as his "wife" and share his bed without succumbing to the desire that burned so fiercely in her breast?  Night Thunder swore that she would truly be his bride in every way, if only Rebecca would give herself to him freely and without remorse.  But could she sacrifice the only life she'd ever known -- and the future she'd always dreamed of -- for a deep, satisfying taste of forbidden passion? http://store.samhainpublishing.com/night-thunders-bride-p-6806.html]]> http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/04/29/filly-new-release-update-may-2012/feed/ 1 Welcome to Cadence Creek! http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/04/09/welcome-to-cadence-creek/ http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/04/09/welcome-to-cadence-creek/#comments Mon, 09 Apr 2012 06:48:00 +0000 Donna http://petticoatsandpistols.com/?p=31511 I can't wait until May. Why? Because in May my readers get to visit a brand new town in a duet I have coming out called Cadence Creek Cowboys (yeehaw!). This duet was the most fun I've had writing in a while. Why? Well, take a brand new Alberta small town setting, throw in some sexy, confident cowboys, and pair them up with a couple of damaged but unbelievably strong women and poof! A joy to write from start to finish. That's not to say there's not a bit of seriousness involved. For those of you who know me at all, you know that my characters are usually facing some pretty big personal challenges. In book one, THE LAST REAL COWBOY, Sam Diamond is dealing with his father's illness and what that means to the family, as well as butting heads with Angela Beck, social worker and Executive Director of Butterfly House - a special shelter for women who have escaped abusive relationships. Angela feels a lot of pressure to make the project a success, but she also has to face her own demons. Not necessarily light stuff. But throw in a ankle-biting escape artist called Morris (the cat), Sam's warm and welcoming mother, Molly, and the shelter's first resident, a sweet woman name Clara, and things balance out just right, I think. Book 2, THE REBEL RANCHER is out in June - Clara gets her own story and you get to meet the legendary Tyson Diamond - and his reputation has definitely preceded him. Ty was one of my favourite heroes to write - EVER. A rebel by reputation but underneath he puts the gentle in gentleman.  And Clara, despite being sweet as chocolate pie, has a spine of steel. The girl's no pushover. In some ways it was a challenge to write both Angela and Clara. Both have a lot of baggage to get past, a lot of trust issues and downright fear. But I also felt very strongly about giving them their happy-ever-after - because I truly believe that there is always hope. That even after the worst has happened, there can be someone out there for all of us who has patience and gentleness and strength.  That everyone is worthy of being loved. So the good news is you can buy THE LAST REAL COWBOY a month early here at harlequin.com. And if you've got a hankering for more, I have a reprint out right now too - my second-ever Harlequin Romance Marriage at Circle M is out in THERE AND NOW, by Linda Lael Miller. Now, let's hope those April showers kick in and bring some May flowers - up here in Canada we're REALLY ready for winter to be done!  ]]> http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/04/09/welcome-to-cadence-creek/feed/ 13 Filly New Release Update – April 2012 http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/05/22/white-eagles-touch-the-story-behind-the-story/ http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/05/22/white-eagles-touch-the-story-behind-the-story/#comments Tue, 22 May 2012 08:10:54 +0000 Karen Kay http://petticoatsandpistols.com/?p=32576 Howdy! WHITE EAGLE'S TOUCH -- one of my best selling books -- is currently being released newly in ebook format.  And since it's one of my favorites, I thought I'd tell you a little of the background that went in to the making of that book. I love this cover by the way.  WHITE EAGLE'S TOUCH starts with my love of a rather spoiled, head-strong heroine -- one who is really quite soft-hearted, but for reasons explained in the book, she harbors opinions that are far from flattering.  In the story, the heroine, Katrina, is blond-haired, stubborn, almost out of funds and demanding her inheritance in order that she might marry into royalty.  She has also grown up without ever knowing her parents -- who perished out West -- or her uncle, who holds the purse-strings to her inheritance. In other words, she has some reason to be spoiled, because she's grown up without love -- with a succession of nannies. There are problems -- mainly that her uncle will not release her funds until she comes West and parades her fiance for his approval.  I must admit that it really is a lot to ask of a young woman who has known only the comforts of New York City -- still it was rather fun to play with her outrage. Of coure her uncle doesn't show up at the scheduled rendevous -- he sends his friend -- who is almost like a son to him -- White Eagle -- to bring her to him. Of course the story goes on from there -- spoiled, rich-girl meets handsome, yet determined young Indian warrior. Now, the truth of the matter is that the character of Katrina was patterned after my daughter, Trina, who is definitely not blond.  Not that Trina is spoiled, but at the writing of this story, Trina was a teenager -- about nineteen, I believe -- and she definitely had her likes and dislikes.  Off to the side here is a picture of Trina with her daughter and my granddaughter, Lila.  But patterning the heroine after my daughter really gave me a deeper understanding of my character, Katrina's, personality -- it also helped me to love this character, even when she is at her wit's end. In writing this book, I often had pictures of clothing and what the heroine might have looked like at that time.  Off to the left here is a picture of that period's clothing.  I love this clothing, I must admit and sometimes wish we could go back to an age where women looked so very feminine.  Now this picture to the left really -- in my mind -- has the look of my heroine at this time.  A little bored, a little spoiled, always well dressed and trying to do the right thing -- although in the West, my heroine's efforts are sometimes clumsy and humorous -- as she tries to "fit in." As for the hero, another one of my loves -- I've always loved the hero, who brooks no argument, yet who is kind and generous -- and who is waiting patiently for the heroine to come to her senses. There is one scene in this book that I particularly like.  It was a scene where the hero, along with his friend concoct a scheme to send Katrina's fiance packing.  At the writing of this book, I had just the previous year, married my husband, Paul.  When I married Paul, however, I also discovered that he was extremely close to his brother, Bob -- this picture to the right isof Bob and Paul -- Paul is the one sitting down.  But his particular scene was about these two fellows and what they would do if they were there to rid themselves of this very unwanted person, and send him packing for home. Interestingly, that "friend" of White Eagle is Night Thunder who has a book of his own -- next in this series. To end I thought I'd show you a picture of the original cover for WHITE EAGLE'S TOUCH.  The reason I have to show you is that this cover is also one of my most favorite covers. Well, that's all for today.  I'm on the road and so might not be able to respond to every post, but I will be picking one blogger out to send a free book to. So come on in and leave a comment.    ]]> http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/05/22/white-eagles-touch-the-story-behind-the-story/feed/ 24 Petticoats & Pistols » New Releases http://petticoatsandpistols.com Romancing The West Thu, 24 May 2012 07:00:15 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 WHITE EAGLE’S TOUCH — The Story Behind the Story http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/05/22/white-eagles-touch-the-story-behind-the-story/ http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/05/22/white-eagles-touch-the-story-behind-the-story/#comments Tue, 22 May 2012 08:10:54 +0000 Karen Kay http://petticoatsandpistols.com/?p=32576 Howdy! WHITE EAGLE'S TOUCH -- one of my best selling books -- is currently being released newly in ebook format.  And since it's one of my favorites, I thought I'd tell you a little of the background that went in to the making of that book. I love this cover by the way.  WHITE EAGLE'S TOUCH starts with my love of a rather spoiled, head-strong heroine -- one who is really quite soft-hearted, but for reasons explained in the book, she harbors opinions that are far from flattering.  In the story, the heroine, Katrina, is blond-haired, stubborn, almost out of funds and demanding her inheritance in order that she might marry into royalty.  She has also grown up without ever knowing her parents -- who perished out West -- or her uncle, who holds the purse-strings to her inheritance. In other words, she has some reason to be spoiled, because she's grown up without love -- with a succession of nannies. There are problems -- mainly that her uncle will not release her funds until she comes West and parades her fiance for his approval.  I must admit that it really is a lot to ask of a young woman who has known only the comforts of New York City -- still it was rather fun to play with her outrage. Of coure her uncle doesn't show up at the scheduled rendevous -- he sends his friend -- who is almost like a son to him -- White Eagle -- to bring her to him. Of course the story goes on from there -- spoiled, rich-girl meets handsome, yet determined young Indian warrior. Now, the truth of the matter is that the character of Katrina was patterned after my daughter, Trina, who is definitely not blond.  Not that Trina is spoiled, but at the writing of this story, Trina was a teenager -- about nineteen, I believe -- and she definitely had her likes and dislikes.  Off to the side here is a picture of Trina with her daughter and my granddaughter, Lila.  But patterning the heroine after my daughter really gave me a deeper understanding of my character, Katrina's, personality -- it also helped me to love this character, even when she is at her wit's end. In writing this book, I often had pictures of clothing and what the heroine might have looked like at that time.  Off to the left here is a picture of that period's clothing.  I love this clothing, I must admit and sometimes wish we could go back to an age where women looked so very feminine.  Now this picture to the left really -- in my mind -- has the look of my heroine at this time.  A little bored, a little spoiled, always well dressed and trying to do the right thing -- although in the West, my heroine's efforts are sometimes clumsy and humorous -- as she tries to "fit in." As for the hero, another one of my loves -- I've always loved the hero, who brooks no argument, yet who is kind and generous -- and who is waiting patiently for the heroine to come to her senses. There is one scene in this book that I particularly like.  It was a scene where the hero, along with his friend concoct a scheme to send Katrina's fiance packing.  At the writing of this book, I had just the previous year, married my husband, Paul.  When I married Paul, however, I also discovered that he was extremely close to his brother, Bob -- this picture to the right isof Bob and Paul -- Paul is the one sitting down.  But his particular scene was about these two fellows and what they would do if they were there to rid themselves of this very unwanted person, and send him packing for home. Interestingly, that "friend" of White Eagle is Night Thunder who has a book of his own -- next in this series. To end I thought I'd show you a picture of the original cover for WHITE EAGLE'S TOUCH.  The reason I have to show you is that this cover is also one of my most favorite covers. Well, that's all for today.  I'm on the road and so might not be able to respond to every post, but I will be picking one blogger out to send a free book to. So come on in and leave a comment.    ]]> http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/05/22/white-eagles-touch-the-story-behind-the-story/feed/ 24 Winnie’s Book Giveaway Winner http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/05/22/winnies-book-giveaway-winner/ http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/05/22/winnies-book-giveaway-winner/#comments Tue, 22 May 2012 05:53:14 +0000 Winnie Griggs http://petticoatsandpistols.com/?p=32656 Thanks to everyone for all the wonderful comments today.  I threw all the names into a hat (Well, into my random number generator anyway) and

THE WINNER IS

VALRI !!!

Congratualtions Valri.  Contact me via my website so I can get your mailing info and I'll get copy of A Baby Between Them right out to you! And remember, any of you who would like to pre-order a copy can do so HERE]]> http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/05/22/winnies-book-giveaway-winner/feed/ 2 Filly New Release Update – May 2012 http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/04/29/filly-new-release-update-may-2012/ http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/04/29/filly-new-release-update-may-2012/#comments Sun, 29 Apr 2012 05:25:29 +0000 Fillies http://petticoatsandpistols.com/?p=31955   Listed below are the upcoming releases from our talented writers here at Wildflower Junction. To purchase any of these fine books, just click on the book covers. And to learn more about the authors, click on thier names.   THE LAST REAL COWBOY (Cadence Creek Cowboys) By Donna Alward   From the moment he turned up late to her charity's meeting, placating everyone with a tip of his Stetson and a lazy smile, Angela Beck knew that Sam Diamond was going to be Trouble with a capital T. Angela is the prickliest woman Sam's ever met—let alone had to work with! He'd love to still her sharp tongue with a kiss, but first he has to get close enough to awaken the complex woman beneath the deliberately cool exterior. And that's something only a real cowboy can do.…                                        THE GREATEST GIFT (Digital Only) Multi-author Anthology                              No one holds a special place in the heart quite like a mother—but moms need romance, too! This Mother's Day, enjoy four heartwarming contemporary romance novellas from Harlequin about the greatest gift of all: love! The Greatest Gift: A Mother's Day Collection includes:
    • Second-Chance Mother by Donna Alward
    • Unexpected Gifts by Tanya Michaels
    • A Mother's Day Match by Katherine Garbera
    • Her First Mother's Day by Kathleen O'Brien
  WEDDINGS UNDER A WESTERN SKY Multi-author Anthology Three stories of cowboys who find love, by three exceptional authors of western romance, Lisa Plumley, Elizabeth Lane and Kate Welsh From author Elizabeth Lane The Hand-Me-Down-Bride Arabella Spencer's trip west was supposed to end in marriage to her longtime sweetheart-not with the discovery that he'd made someone else his wife! Can rancher Stewart McIntyre convince Arabella that Montana can still be her dream come true, with a new groom for this hand-me-down bride?       WHITE EAGLE'S TOUCH (Blackfoot Warrior Series) by Karen Kay -- Samhain Publishing -- Retro Romance Two worlds.   They came from different world -- she, the wealthy English socialite traveling deep into Indian territory; he the proud and powerful Blackfoot warrior who once saved her life.  White Eagle is captivated by Katrina Wellington's shimmering loveliness, but the little girl he once called "Shines Like Moonlight" is now a grown woman, betrothed to another.  And although she moves his soul like no other, he knows he can never have her. ONE LOVE -- Raised in civilized society, Katrina never wanted to return to the West.  The hard, dangerous life had killed her parents and, if it weren't for White Eagle's bravery, she might have died too.  But her learned disdain for White Eagle's people soon gives way as they discover that the spark of love from their childhood had blaed into an all-consuming passion.  But is it enough to sustain a love that both their worlds call...forbidden? http://store.samhainpublishing.com/white-eagles-touch-p-6773.html   NIGHT THUNDER'S BRIDE (Blackfoot Warrior Series) by Karen Kay -- Samhain Publishing -- Retro Romance His wife in every way...  He had promised to protect the beautiful white woman.  But a Blackfoot warrior must never raise a hand against his own brothers, even if they ean to harm and disgrace a helpless captive.  There was only one thing a man of honor like Night Thunder could do; claim Rebecca Cothern as his wife. From the moment Rebecca stepped into Night Thunder's powerful embrace in full view of his tribe -- making his marriage vow true in their eyes -- she knew her life would never be the same.  How could she travel among his people as his "wife" and share his bed without succumbing to the desire that burned so fiercely in her breast?  Night Thunder swore that she would truly be his bride in every way, if only Rebecca would give herself to him freely and without remorse.  But could she sacrifice the only life she'd ever known -- and the future she'd always dreamed of -- for a deep, satisfying taste of forbidden passion? http://store.samhainpublishing.com/night-thunders-bride-p-6806.html]]> http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/04/29/filly-new-release-update-may-2012/feed/ 1 Welcome to Cadence Creek! http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/04/09/welcome-to-cadence-creek/ http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/04/09/welcome-to-cadence-creek/#comments Mon, 09 Apr 2012 06:48:00 +0000 Donna http://petticoatsandpistols.com/?p=31511 I can't wait until May. Why? Because in May my readers get to visit a brand new town in a duet I have coming out called Cadence Creek Cowboys (yeehaw!). This duet was the most fun I've had writing in a while. Why? Well, take a brand new Alberta small town setting, throw in some sexy, confident cowboys, and pair them up with a couple of damaged but unbelievably strong women and poof! A joy to write from start to finish. That's not to say there's not a bit of seriousness involved. For those of you who know me at all, you know that my characters are usually facing some pretty big personal challenges. In book one, THE LAST REAL COWBOY, Sam Diamond is dealing with his father's illness and what that means to the family, as well as butting heads with Angela Beck, social worker and Executive Director of Butterfly House - a special shelter for women who have escaped abusive relationships. Angela feels a lot of pressure to make the project a success, but she also has to face her own demons. Not necessarily light stuff. But throw in a ankle-biting escape artist called Morris (the cat), Sam's warm and welcoming mother, Molly, and the shelter's first resident, a sweet woman name Clara, and things balance out just right, I think. Book 2, THE REBEL RANCHER is out in June - Clara gets her own story and you get to meet the legendary Tyson Diamond - and his reputation has definitely preceded him. Ty was one of my favourite heroes to write - EVER. A rebel by reputation but underneath he puts the gentle in gentleman.  And Clara, despite being sweet as chocolate pie, has a spine of steel. The girl's no pushover. In some ways it was a challenge to write both Angela and Clara. Both have a lot of baggage to get past, a lot of trust issues and downright fear. But I also felt very strongly about giving them their happy-ever-after - because I truly believe that there is always hope. That even after the worst has happened, there can be someone out there for all of us who has patience and gentleness and strength.  That everyone is worthy of being loved. So the good news is you can buy THE LAST REAL COWBOY a month early here at harlequin.com. And if you've got a hankering for more, I have a reprint out right now too - my second-ever Harlequin Romance Marriage at Circle M is out in THERE AND NOW, by Linda Lael Miller. Now, let's hope those April showers kick in and bring some May flowers - up here in Canada we're REALLY ready for winter to be done!  ]]> http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/04/09/welcome-to-cadence-creek/feed/ 13 Filly New Release Update – April 2012 http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/05/22/winnies-book-giveaway-winner/ http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/05/22/winnies-book-giveaway-winner/#comments Tue, 22 May 2012 05:53:14 +0000 Winnie Griggs http://petticoatsandpistols.com/?p=32656 Thanks to everyone for all the wonderful comments today.  I threw all the names into a hat (Well, into my random number generator anyway) and

THE WINNER IS

VALRI !!!

Congratualtions Valri.  Contact me via my website so I can get your mailing info and I'll get copy of A Baby Between Them right out to you! And remember, any of you who would like to pre-order a copy can do so HERE]]> http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/05/22/winnies-book-giveaway-winner/feed/ 2 Petticoats & Pistols » New Releases http://petticoatsandpistols.com Romancing The West Thu, 24 May 2012 07:00:15 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 WHITE EAGLE’S TOUCH — The Story Behind the Story http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/05/22/white-eagles-touch-the-story-behind-the-story/ http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/05/22/white-eagles-touch-the-story-behind-the-story/#comments Tue, 22 May 2012 08:10:54 +0000 Karen Kay http://petticoatsandpistols.com/?p=32576 Howdy! WHITE EAGLE'S TOUCH -- one of my best selling books -- is currently being released newly in ebook format.  And since it's one of my favorites, I thought I'd tell you a little of the background that went in to the making of that book. I love this cover by the way.  WHITE EAGLE'S TOUCH starts with my love of a rather spoiled, head-strong heroine -- one who is really quite soft-hearted, but for reasons explained in the book, she harbors opinions that are far from flattering.  In the story, the heroine, Katrina, is blond-haired, stubborn, almost out of funds and demanding her inheritance in order that she might marry into royalty.  She has also grown up without ever knowing her parents -- who perished out West -- or her uncle, who holds the purse-strings to her inheritance. In other words, she has some reason to be spoiled, because she's grown up without love -- with a succession of nannies. There are problems -- mainly that her uncle will not release her funds until she comes West and parades her fiance for his approval.  I must admit that it really is a lot to ask of a young woman who has known only the comforts of New York City -- still it was rather fun to play with her outrage. Of coure her uncle doesn't show up at the scheduled rendevous -- he sends his friend -- who is almost like a son to him -- White Eagle -- to bring her to him. Of course the story goes on from there -- spoiled, rich-girl meets handsome, yet determined young Indian warrior. Now, the truth of the matter is that the character of Katrina was patterned after my daughter, Trina, who is definitely not blond.  Not that Trina is spoiled, but at the writing of this story, Trina was a teenager -- about nineteen, I believe -- and she definitely had her likes and dislikes.  Off to the side here is a picture of Trina with her daughter and my granddaughter, Lila.  But patterning the heroine after my daughter really gave me a deeper understanding of my character, Katrina's, personality -- it also helped me to love this character, even when she is at her wit's end. In writing this book, I often had pictures of clothing and what the heroine might have looked like at that time.  Off to the left here is a picture of that period's clothing.  I love this clothing, I must admit and sometimes wish we could go back to an age where women looked so very feminine.  Now this picture to the left really -- in my mind -- has the look of my heroine at this time.  A little bored, a little spoiled, always well dressed and trying to do the right thing -- although in the West, my heroine's efforts are sometimes clumsy and humorous -- as she tries to "fit in." As for the hero, another one of my loves -- I've always loved the hero, who brooks no argument, yet who is kind and generous -- and who is waiting patiently for the heroine to come to her senses. There is one scene in this book that I particularly like.  It was a scene where the hero, along with his friend concoct a scheme to send Katrina's fiance packing.  At the writing of this book, I had just the previous year, married my husband, Paul.  When I married Paul, however, I also discovered that he was extremely close to his brother, Bob -- this picture to the right isof Bob and Paul -- Paul is the one sitting down.  But his particular scene was about these two fellows and what they would do if they were there to rid themselves of this very unwanted person, and send him packing for home. Interestingly, that "friend" of White Eagle is Night Thunder who has a book of his own -- next in this series. To end I thought I'd show you a picture of the original cover for WHITE EAGLE'S TOUCH.  The reason I have to show you is that this cover is also one of my most favorite covers. Well, that's all for today.  I'm on the road and so might not be able to respond to every post, but I will be picking one blogger out to send a free book to. So come on in and leave a comment.    ]]> http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/05/22/white-eagles-touch-the-story-behind-the-story/feed/ 24 Winnie’s Book Giveaway Winner http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/05/22/winnies-book-giveaway-winner/ http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/05/22/winnies-book-giveaway-winner/#comments Tue, 22 May 2012 05:53:14 +0000 Winnie Griggs http://petticoatsandpistols.com/?p=32656 Thanks to everyone for all the wonderful comments today.  I threw all the names into a hat (Well, into my random number generator anyway) and

THE WINNER IS

VALRI !!!

Congratualtions Valri.  Contact me via my website so I can get your mailing info and I'll get copy of A Baby Between Them right out to you! And remember, any of you who would like to pre-order a copy can do so HERE]]> http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/05/22/winnies-book-giveaway-winner/feed/ 2 Filly New Release Update – May 2012 http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/04/29/filly-new-release-update-may-2012/ http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/04/29/filly-new-release-update-may-2012/#comments Sun, 29 Apr 2012 05:25:29 +0000 Fillies http://petticoatsandpistols.com/?p=31955   Listed below are the upcoming releases from our talented writers here at Wildflower Junction. To purchase any of these fine books, just click on the book covers. And to learn more about the authors, click on thier names.   THE LAST REAL COWBOY (Cadence Creek Cowboys) By Donna Alward   From the moment he turned up late to her charity's meeting, placating everyone with a tip of his Stetson and a lazy smile, Angela Beck knew that Sam Diamond was going to be Trouble with a capital T. Angela is the prickliest woman Sam's ever met—let alone had to work with! He'd love to still her sharp tongue with a kiss, but first he has to get close enough to awaken the complex woman beneath the deliberately cool exterior. And that's something only a real cowboy can do.…                                        THE GREATEST GIFT (Digital Only) Multi-author Anthology                              No one holds a special place in the heart quite like a mother—but moms need romance, too! This Mother's Day, enjoy four heartwarming contemporary romance novellas from Harlequin about the greatest gift of all: love! The Greatest Gift: A Mother's Day Collection includes:
    • Second-Chance Mother by Donna Alward
    • Unexpected Gifts by Tanya Michaels
    • A Mother's Day Match by Katherine Garbera
    • Her First Mother's Day by Kathleen O'Brien
  WEDDINGS UNDER A WESTERN SKY Multi-author Anthology Three stories of cowboys who find love, by three exceptional authors of western romance, Lisa Plumley, Elizabeth Lane and Kate Welsh From author Elizabeth Lane The Hand-Me-Down-Bride Arabella Spencer's trip west was supposed to end in marriage to her longtime sweetheart-not with the discovery that he'd made someone else his wife! Can rancher Stewart McIntyre convince Arabella that Montana can still be her dream come true, with a new groom for this hand-me-down bride?       WHITE EAGLE'S TOUCH (Blackfoot Warrior Series) by Karen Kay -- Samhain Publishing -- Retro Romance Two worlds.   They came from different world -- she, the wealthy English socialite traveling deep into Indian territory; he the proud and powerful Blackfoot warrior who once saved her life.  White Eagle is captivated by Katrina Wellington's shimmering loveliness, but the little girl he once called "Shines Like Moonlight" is now a grown woman, betrothed to another.  And although she moves his soul like no other, he knows he can never have her. ONE LOVE -- Raised in civilized society, Katrina never wanted to return to the West.  The hard, dangerous life had killed her parents and, if it weren't for White Eagle's bravery, she might have died too.  But her learned disdain for White Eagle's people soon gives way as they discover that the spark of love from their childhood had blaed into an all-consuming passion.  But is it enough to sustain a love that both their worlds call...forbidden? http://store.samhainpublishing.com/white-eagles-touch-p-6773.html   NIGHT THUNDER'S BRIDE (Blackfoot Warrior Series) by Karen Kay -- Samhain Publishing -- Retro Romance His wife in every way...  He had promised to protect the beautiful white woman.  But a Blackfoot warrior must never raise a hand against his own brothers, even if they ean to harm and disgrace a helpless captive.  There was only one thing a man of honor like Night Thunder could do; claim Rebecca Cothern as his wife. From the moment Rebecca stepped into Night Thunder's powerful embrace in full view of his tribe -- making his marriage vow true in their eyes -- she knew her life would never be the same.  How could she travel among his people as his "wife" and share his bed without succumbing to the desire that burned so fiercely in her breast?  Night Thunder swore that she would truly be his bride in every way, if only Rebecca would give herself to him freely and without remorse.  But could she sacrifice the only life she'd ever known -- and the future she'd always dreamed of -- for a deep, satisfying taste of forbidden passion? http://store.samhainpublishing.com/night-thunders-bride-p-6806.html]]> http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/04/29/filly-new-release-update-may-2012/feed/ 1 Welcome to Cadence Creek! http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/04/09/welcome-to-cadence-creek/ http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/04/09/welcome-to-cadence-creek/#comments Mon, 09 Apr 2012 06:48:00 +0000 Donna http://petticoatsandpistols.com/?p=31511 I can't wait until May. Why? Because in May my readers get to visit a brand new town in a duet I have coming out called Cadence Creek Cowboys (yeehaw!). This duet was the most fun I've had writing in a while. Why? Well, take a brand new Alberta small town setting, throw in some sexy, confident cowboys, and pair them up with a couple of damaged but unbelievably strong women and poof! A joy to write from start to finish. That's not to say there's not a bit of seriousness involved. For those of you who know me at all, you know that my characters are usually facing some pretty big personal challenges. In book one, THE LAST REAL COWBOY, Sam Diamond is dealing with his father's illness and what that means to the family, as well as butting heads with Angela Beck, social worker and Executive Director of Butterfly House - a special shelter for women who have escaped abusive relationships. Angela feels a lot of pressure to make the project a success, but she also has to face her own demons. Not necessarily light stuff. But throw in a ankle-biting escape artist called Morris (the cat), Sam's warm and welcoming mother, Molly, and the shelter's first resident, a sweet woman name Clara, and things balance out just right, I think. Book 2, THE REBEL RANCHER is out in June - Clara gets her own story and you get to meet the legendary Tyson Diamond - and his reputation has definitely preceded him. Ty was one of my favourite heroes to write - EVER. A rebel by reputation but underneath he puts the gentle in gentleman.  And Clara, despite being sweet as chocolate pie, has a spine of steel. The girl's no pushover. In some ways it was a challenge to write both Angela and Clara. Both have a lot of baggage to get past, a lot of trust issues and downright fear. But I also felt very strongly about giving them their happy-ever-after - because I truly believe that there is always hope. That even after the worst has happened, there can be someone out there for all of us who has patience and gentleness and strength.  That everyone is worthy of being loved. So the good news is you can buy THE LAST REAL COWBOY a month early here at harlequin.com. And if you've got a hankering for more, I have a reprint out right now too - my second-ever Harlequin Romance Marriage at Circle M is out in THERE AND NOW, by Linda Lael Miller. Now, let's hope those April showers kick in and bring some May flowers - up here in Canada we're REALLY ready for winter to be done!  ]]> http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/04/09/welcome-to-cadence-creek/feed/ 13 Filly New Release Update – April 2012 http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/04/29/filly-new-release-update-may-2012/ http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/04/29/filly-new-release-update-may-2012/#comments Sun, 29 Apr 2012 05:25:29 +0000 Fillies http://petticoatsandpistols.com/?p=31955   Listed below are the upcoming releases from our talented writers here at Wildflower Junction. To purchase any of these fine books, just click on the book covers. And to learn more about the authors, click on thier names.   THE LAST REAL COWBOY (Cadence Creek Cowboys) By Donna Alward   From the moment he turned up late to her charity's meeting, placating everyone with a tip of his Stetson and a lazy smile, Angela Beck knew that Sam Diamond was going to be Trouble with a capital T. Angela is the prickliest woman Sam's ever met—let alone had to work with! He'd love to still her sharp tongue with a kiss, but first he has to get close enough to awaken the complex woman beneath the deliberately cool exterior. And that's something only a real cowboy can do.…                                        THE GREATEST GIFT (Digital Only) Multi-author Anthology                              No one holds a special place in the heart quite like a mother—but moms need romance, too! This Mother's Day, enjoy four heartwarming contemporary romance novellas from Harlequin about the greatest gift of all: love! The Greatest Gift: A Mother's Day Collection includes:
    • Second-Chance Mother by Donna Alward
    • Unexpected Gifts by Tanya Michaels
    • A Mother's Day Match by Katherine Garbera
    • Her First Mother's Day by Kathleen O'Brien
  WEDDINGS UNDER A WESTERN SKY Multi-author Anthology Three stories of cowboys who find love, by three exceptional authors of western romance, Lisa Plumley, Elizabeth Lane and Kate Welsh From author Elizabeth Lane The Hand-Me-Down-Bride Arabella Spencer's trip west was supposed to end in marriage to her longtime sweetheart-not with the discovery that he'd made someone else his wife! Can rancher Stewart McIntyre convince Arabella that Montana can still be her dream come true, with a new groom for this hand-me-down bride?       WHITE EAGLE'S TOUCH (Blackfoot Warrior Series) by Karen Kay -- Samhain Publishing -- Retro Romance Two worlds.   They came from different world -- she, the wealthy English socialite traveling deep into Indian territory; he the proud and powerful Blackfoot warrior who once saved her life.  White Eagle is captivated by Katrina Wellington's shimmering loveliness, but the little girl he once called "Shines Like Moonlight" is now a grown woman, betrothed to another.  And although she moves his soul like no other, he knows he can never have her. ONE LOVE -- Raised in civilized society, Katrina never wanted to return to the West.  The hard, dangerous life had killed her parents and, if it weren't for White Eagle's bravery, she might have died too.  But her learned disdain for White Eagle's people soon gives way as they discover that the spark of love from their childhood had blaed into an all-consuming passion.  But is it enough to sustain a love that both their worlds call...forbidden? http://store.samhainpublishing.com/white-eagles-touch-p-6773.html   NIGHT THUNDER'S BRIDE (Blackfoot Warrior Series) by Karen Kay -- Samhain Publishing -- Retro Romance His wife in every way...  He had promised to protect the beautiful white woman.  But a Blackfoot warrior must never raise a hand against his own brothers, even if they ean to harm and disgrace a helpless captive.  There was only one thing a man of honor like Night Thunder could do; claim Rebecca Cothern as his wife. From the moment Rebecca stepped into Night Thunder's powerful embrace in full view of his tribe -- making his marriage vow true in their eyes -- she knew her life would never be the same.  How could she travel among his people as his "wife" and share his bed without succumbing to the desire that burned so fiercely in her breast?  Night Thunder swore that she would truly be his bride in every way, if only Rebecca would give herself to him freely and without remorse.  But could she sacrifice the only life she'd ever known -- and the future she'd always dreamed of -- for a deep, satisfying taste of forbidden passion? http://store.samhainpublishing.com/night-thunders-bride-p-6806.html]]> http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/04/29/filly-new-release-update-may-2012/feed/ 1 Petticoats & Pistols » New Releases http://petticoatsandpistols.com Romancing The West Thu, 24 May 2012 07:00:15 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 WHITE EAGLE’S TOUCH — The Story Behind the Story http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/05/22/white-eagles-touch-the-story-behind-the-story/ http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/05/22/white-eagles-touch-the-story-behind-the-story/#comments Tue, 22 May 2012 08:10:54 +0000 Karen Kay http://petticoatsandpistols.com/?p=32576 Howdy! WHITE EAGLE'S TOUCH -- one of my best selling books -- is currently being released newly in ebook format.  And since it's one of my favorites, I thought I'd tell you a little of the background that went in to the making of that book. I love this cover by the way.  WHITE EAGLE'S TOUCH starts with my love of a rather spoiled, head-strong heroine -- one who is really quite soft-hearted, but for reasons explained in the book, she harbors opinions that are far from flattering.  In the story, the heroine, Katrina, is blond-haired, stubborn, almost out of funds and demanding her inheritance in order that she might marry into royalty.  She has also grown up without ever knowing her parents -- who perished out West -- or her uncle, who holds the purse-strings to her inheritance. In other words, she has some reason to be spoiled, because she's grown up without love -- with a succession of nannies. There are problems -- mainly that her uncle will not release her funds until she comes West and parades her fiance for his approval.  I must admit that it really is a lot to ask of a young woman who has known only the comforts of New York City -- still it was rather fun to play with her outrage. Of coure her uncle doesn't show up at the scheduled rendevous -- he sends his friend -- who is almost like a son to him -- White Eagle -- to bring her to him. Of course the story goes on from there -- spoiled, rich-girl meets handsome, yet determined young Indian warrior. Now, the truth of the matter is that the character of Katrina was patterned after my daughter, Trina, who is definitely not blond.  Not that Trina is spoiled, but at the writing of this story, Trina was a teenager -- about nineteen, I believe -- and she definitely had her likes and dislikes.  Off to the side here is a picture of Trina with her daughter and my granddaughter, Lila.  But patterning the heroine after my daughter really gave me a deeper understanding of my character, Katrina's, personality -- it also helped me to love this character, even when she is at her wit's end. In writing this book, I often had pictures of clothing and what the heroine might have looked like at that time.  Off to the left here is a picture of that period's clothing.  I love this clothing, I must admit and sometimes wish we could go back to an age where women looked so very feminine.  Now this picture to the left really -- in my mind -- has the look of my heroine at this time.  A little bored, a little spoiled, always well dressed and trying to do the right thing -- although in the West, my heroine's efforts are sometimes clumsy and humorous -- as she tries to "fit in." As for the hero, another one of my loves -- I've always loved the hero, who brooks no argument, yet who is kind and generous -- and who is waiting patiently for the heroine to come to her senses. There is one scene in this book that I particularly like.  It was a scene where the hero, along with his friend concoct a scheme to send Katrina's fiance packing.  At the writing of this book, I had just the previous year, married my husband, Paul.  When I married Paul, however, I also discovered that he was extremely close to his brother, Bob -- this picture to the right isof Bob and Paul -- Paul is the one sitting down.  But his particular scene was about these two fellows and what they would do if they were there to rid themselves of this very unwanted person, and send him packing for home. Interestingly, that "friend" of White Eagle is Night Thunder who has a book of his own -- next in this series. To end I thought I'd show you a picture of the original cover for WHITE EAGLE'S TOUCH.  The reason I have to show you is that this cover is also one of my most favorite covers. Well, that's all for today.  I'm on the road and so might not be able to respond to every post, but I will be picking one blogger out to send a free book to. So come on in and leave a comment.    ]]> http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/05/22/white-eagles-touch-the-story-behind-the-story/feed/ 24 Winnie’s Book Giveaway Winner http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/05/22/winnies-book-giveaway-winner/ http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/05/22/winnies-book-giveaway-winner/#comments Tue, 22 May 2012 05:53:14 +0000 Winnie Griggs http://petticoatsandpistols.com/?p=32656 Thanks to everyone for all the wonderful comments today.  I threw all the names into a hat (Well, into my random number generator anyway) and

THE WINNER IS

VALRI !!!

Congratualtions Valri.  Contact me via my website so I can get your mailing info and I'll get copy of A Baby Between Them right out to you! And remember, any of you who would like to pre-order a copy can do so HERE]]> http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/05/22/winnies-book-giveaway-winner/feed/ 2 Filly New Release Update – May 2012 http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/04/29/filly-new-release-update-may-2012/ http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/04/29/filly-new-release-update-may-2012/#comments Sun, 29 Apr 2012 05:25:29 +0000 Fillies http://petticoatsandpistols.com/?p=31955   Listed below are the upcoming releases from our talented writers here at Wildflower Junction. To purchase any of these fine books, just click on the book covers. And to learn more about the authors, click on thier names.   THE LAST REAL COWBOY (Cadence Creek Cowboys) By Donna Alward   From the moment he turned up late to her charity's meeting, placating everyone with a tip of his Stetson and a lazy smile, Angela Beck knew that Sam Diamond was going to be Trouble with a capital T. Angela is the prickliest woman Sam's ever met—let alone had to work with! He'd love to still her sharp tongue with a kiss, but first he has to get close enough to awaken the complex woman beneath the deliberately cool exterior. And that's something only a real cowboy can do.…                                        THE GREATEST GIFT (Digital Only) Multi-author Anthology                              No one holds a special place in the heart quite like a mother—but moms need romance, too! This Mother's Day, enjoy four heartwarming contemporary romance novellas from Harlequin about the greatest gift of all: love! The Greatest Gift: A Mother's Day Collection includes:
    • Second-Chance Mother by Donna Alward
    • Unexpected Gifts by Tanya Michaels
    • A Mother's Day Match by Katherine Garbera
    • Her First Mother's Day by Kathleen O'Brien
  WEDDINGS UNDER A WESTERN SKY Multi-author Anthology Three stories of cowboys who find love, by three exceptional authors of western romance, Lisa Plumley, Elizabeth Lane and Kate Welsh From author Elizabeth Lane The Hand-Me-Down-Bride Arabella Spencer's trip west was supposed to end in marriage to her longtime sweetheart-not with the discovery that he'd made someone else his wife! Can rancher Stewart McIntyre convince Arabella that Montana can still be her dream come true, with a new groom for this hand-me-down bride?       WHITE EAGLE'S TOUCH (Blackfoot Warrior Series) by Karen Kay -- Samhain Publishing -- Retro Romance Two worlds.   They came from different world -- she, the wealthy English socialite traveling deep into Indian territory; he the proud and powerful Blackfoot warrior who once saved her life.  White Eagle is captivated by Katrina Wellington's shimmering loveliness, but the little girl he once called "Shines Like Moonlight" is now a grown woman, betrothed to another.  And although she moves his soul like no other, he knows he can never have her. ONE LOVE -- Raised in civilized society, Katrina never wanted to return to the West.  The hard, dangerous life had killed her parents and, if it weren't for White Eagle's bravery, she might have died too.  But her learned disdain for White Eagle's people soon gives way as they discover that the spark of love from their childhood had blaed into an all-consuming passion.  But is it enough to sustain a love that both their worlds call...forbidden? http://store.samhainpublishing.com/white-eagles-touch-p-6773.html   NIGHT THUNDER'S BRIDE (Blackfoot Warrior Series) by Karen Kay -- Samhain Publishing -- Retro Romance His wife in every way...  He had promised to protect the beautiful white woman.  But a Blackfoot warrior must never raise a hand against his own brothers, even if they ean to harm and disgrace a helpless captive.  There was only one thing a man of honor like Night Thunder could do; claim Rebecca Cothern as his wife. From the moment Rebecca stepped into Night Thunder's powerful embrace in full view of his tribe -- making his marriage vow true in their eyes -- she knew her life would never be the same.  How could she travel among his people as his "wife" and share his bed without succumbing to the desire that burned so fiercely in her breast?  Night Thunder swore that she would truly be his bride in every way, if only Rebecca would give herself to him freely and without remorse.  But could she sacrifice the only life she'd ever known -- and the future she'd always dreamed of -- for a deep, satisfying taste of forbidden passion? http://store.samhainpublishing.com/night-thunders-bride-p-6806.html]]> http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/04/29/filly-new-release-update-may-2012/feed/ 1 Welcome to Cadence Creek! http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/04/09/welcome-to-cadence-creek/ http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/04/09/welcome-to-cadence-creek/#comments Mon, 09 Apr 2012 06:48:00 +0000 Donna http://petticoatsandpistols.com/?p=31511 I can't wait until May. Why? Because in May my readers get to visit a brand new town in a duet I have coming out called Cadence Creek Cowboys (yeehaw!). This duet was the most fun I've had writing in a while. Why? Well, take a brand new Alberta small town setting, throw in some sexy, confident cowboys, and pair them up with a couple of damaged but unbelievably strong women and poof! A joy to write from start to finish. That's not to say there's not a bit of seriousness involved. For those of you who know me at all, you know that my characters are usually facing some pretty big personal challenges. In book one, THE LAST REAL COWBOY, Sam Diamond is dealing with his father's illness and what that means to the family, as well as butting heads with Angela Beck, social worker and Executive Director of Butterfly House - a special shelter for women who have escaped abusive relationships. Angela feels a lot of pressure to make the project a success, but she also has to face her own demons. Not necessarily light stuff. But throw in a ankle-biting escape artist called Morris (the cat), Sam's warm and welcoming mother, Molly, and the shelter's first resident, a sweet woman name Clara, and things balance out just right, I think. Book 2, THE REBEL RANCHER is out in June - Clara gets her own story and you get to meet the legendary Tyson Diamond - and his reputation has definitely preceded him. Ty was one of my favourite heroes to write - EVER. A rebel by reputation but underneath he puts the gentle in gentleman.  And Clara, despite being sweet as chocolate pie, has a spine of steel. The girl's no pushover. In some ways it was a challenge to write both Angela and Clara. Both have a lot of baggage to get past, a lot of trust issues and downright fear. But I also felt very strongly about giving them their happy-ever-after - because I truly believe that there is always hope. That even after the worst has happened, there can be someone out there for all of us who has patience and gentleness and strength.  That everyone is worthy of being loved. So the good news is you can buy THE LAST REAL COWBOY a month early here at harlequin.com. And if you've got a hankering for more, I have a reprint out right now too - my second-ever Harlequin Romance Marriage at Circle M is out in THERE AND NOW, by Linda Lael Miller. Now, let's hope those April showers kick in and bring some May flowers - up here in Canada we're REALLY ready for winter to be done!  ]]> http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/04/09/welcome-to-cadence-creek/feed/ 13 Filly New Release Update – April 2012 http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/04/09/welcome-to-cadence-creek/ http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/04/09/welcome-to-cadence-creek/#comments Mon, 09 Apr 2012 06:48:00 +0000 Donna http://petticoatsandpistols.com/?p=31511 I can't wait until May. Why? Because in May my readers get to visit a brand new town in a duet I have coming out called Cadence Creek Cowboys (yeehaw!). This duet was the most fun I've had writing in a while. Why? Well, take a brand new Alberta small town setting, throw in some sexy, confident cowboys, and pair them up with a couple of damaged but unbelievably strong women and poof! A joy to write from start to finish. That's not to say there's not a bit of seriousness involved. For those of you who know me at all, you know that my characters are usually facing some pretty big personal challenges. In book one, THE LAST REAL COWBOY, Sam Diamond is dealing with his father's illness and what that means to the family, as well as butting heads with Angela Beck, social worker and Executive Director of Butterfly House - a special shelter for women who have escaped abusive relationships. Angela feels a lot of pressure to make the project a success, but she also has to face her own demons. Not necessarily light stuff. But throw in a ankle-biting escape artist called Morris (the cat), Sam's warm and welcoming mother, Molly, and the shelter's first resident, a sweet woman name Clara, and things balance out just right, I think. Book 2, THE REBEL RANCHER is out in June - Clara gets her own story and you get to meet the legendary Tyson Diamond - and his reputation has definitely preceded him. Ty was one of my favourite heroes to write - EVER. A rebel by reputation but underneath he puts the gentle in gentleman.  And Clara, despite being sweet as chocolate pie, has a spine of steel. The girl's no pushover. In some ways it was a challenge to write both Angela and Clara. Both have a lot of baggage to get past, a lot of trust issues and downright fear. But I also felt very strongly about giving them their happy-ever-after - because I truly believe that there is always hope. That even after the worst has happened, there can be someone out there for all of us who has patience and gentleness and strength.  That everyone is worthy of being loved. So the good news is you can buy THE LAST REAL COWBOY a month early here at harlequin.com. And if you've got a hankering for more, I have a reprint out right now too - my second-ever Harlequin Romance Marriage at Circle M is out in THERE AND NOW, by Linda Lael Miller. Now, let's hope those April showers kick in and bring some May flowers - up here in Canada we're REALLY ready for winter to be done!  ]]> http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/04/09/welcome-to-cadence-creek/feed/ 13 Petticoats & Pistols » New Releases http://petticoatsandpistols.com Romancing The West Thu, 24 May 2012 07:00:15 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 WHITE EAGLE’S TOUCH — The Story Behind the Story http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/05/22/white-eagles-touch-the-story-behind-the-story/ http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/05/22/white-eagles-touch-the-story-behind-the-story/#comments Tue, 22 May 2012 08:10:54 +0000 Karen Kay http://petticoatsandpistols.com/?p=32576 Howdy! WHITE EAGLE'S TOUCH -- one of my best selling books -- is currently being released newly in ebook format.  And since it's one of my favorites, I thought I'd tell you a little of the background that went in to the making of that book. I love this cover by the way.  WHITE EAGLE'S TOUCH starts with my love of a rather spoiled, head-strong heroine -- one who is really quite soft-hearted, but for reasons explained in the book, she harbors opinions that are far from flattering.  In the story, the heroine, Katrina, is blond-haired, stubborn, almost out of funds and demanding her inheritance in order that she might marry into royalty.  She has also grown up without ever knowing her parents -- who perished out West -- or her uncle, who holds the purse-strings to her inheritance. In other words, she has some reason to be spoiled, because she's grown up without love -- with a succession of nannies. There are problems -- mainly that her uncle will not release her funds until she comes West and parades her fiance for his approval.  I must admit that it really is a lot to ask of a young woman who has known only the comforts of New York City -- still it was rather fun to play with her outrage. Of coure her uncle doesn't show up at the scheduled rendevous -- he sends his friend -- who is almost like a son to him -- White Eagle -- to bring her to him. Of course the story goes on from there -- spoiled, rich-girl meets handsome, yet determined young Indian warrior. Now, the truth of the matter is that the character of Katrina was patterned after my daughter, Trina, who is definitely not blond.  Not that Trina is spoiled, but at the writing of this story, Trina was a teenager -- about nineteen, I believe -- and she definitely had her likes and dislikes.  Off to the side here is a picture of Trina with her daughter and my granddaughter, Lila.  But patterning the heroine after my daughter really gave me a deeper understanding of my character, Katrina's, personality -- it also helped me to love this character, even when she is at her wit's end. In writing this book, I often had pictures of clothing and what the heroine might have looked like at that time.  Off to the left here is a picture of that period's clothing.  I love this clothing, I must admit and sometimes wish we could go back to an age where women looked so very feminine.  Now this picture to the left really -- in my mind -- has the look of my heroine at this time.  A little bored, a little spoiled, always well dressed and trying to do the right thing -- although in the West, my heroine's efforts are sometimes clumsy and humorous -- as she tries to "fit in." As for the hero, another one of my loves -- I've always loved the hero, who brooks no argument, yet who is kind and generous -- and who is waiting patiently for the heroine to come to her senses. There is one scene in this book that I particularly like.  It was a scene where the hero, along with his friend concoct a scheme to send Katrina's fiance packing.  At the writing of this book, I had just the previous year, married my husband, Paul.  When I married Paul, however, I also discovered that he was extremely close to his brother, Bob -- this picture to the right isof Bob and Paul -- Paul is the one sitting down.  But his particular scene was about these two fellows and what they would do if they were there to rid themselves of this very unwanted person, and send him packing for home. Interestingly, that "friend" of White Eagle is Night Thunder who has a book of his own -- next in this series. To end I thought I'd show you a picture of the original cover for WHITE EAGLE'S TOUCH.  The reason I have to show you is that this cover is also one of my most favorite covers. Well, that's all for today.  I'm on the road and so might not be able to respond to every post, but I will be picking one blogger out to send a free book to. So come on in and leave a comment.    ]]> http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/05/22/white-eagles-touch-the-story-behind-the-story/feed/ 24 Winnie’s Book Giveaway Winner http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/05/22/winnies-book-giveaway-winner/ http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/05/22/winnies-book-giveaway-winner/#comments Tue, 22 May 2012 05:53:14 +0000 Winnie Griggs http://petticoatsandpistols.com/?p=32656 Thanks to everyone for all the wonderful comments today.  I threw all the names into a hat (Well, into my random number generator anyway) and

THE WINNER IS

VALRI !!!

Congratualtions Valri.  Contact me via my website so I can get your mailing info and I'll get copy of A Baby Between Them right out to you! And remember, any of you who would like to pre-order a copy can do so HERE]]> http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/05/22/winnies-book-giveaway-winner/feed/ 2 Filly New Release Update – May 2012 http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/04/29/filly-new-release-update-may-2012/ http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/04/29/filly-new-release-update-may-2012/#comments Sun, 29 Apr 2012 05:25:29 +0000 Fillies http://petticoatsandpistols.com/?p=31955   Listed below are the upcoming releases from our talented writers here at Wildflower Junction. To purchase any of these fine books, just click on the book covers. And to learn more about the authors, click on thier names.   THE LAST REAL COWBOY (Cadence Creek Cowboys) By Donna Alward   From the moment he turned up late to her charity's meeting, placating everyone with a tip of his Stetson and a lazy smile, Angela Beck knew that Sam Diamond was going to be Trouble with a capital T. Angela is the prickliest woman Sam's ever met—let alone had to work with! He'd love to still her sharp tongue with a kiss, but first he has to get close enough to awaken the complex woman beneath the deliberately cool exterior. And that's something only a real cowboy can do.…                                        THE GREATEST GIFT (Digital Only) Multi-author Anthology                              No one holds a special place in the heart quite like a mother—but moms need romance, too! This Mother's Day, enjoy four heartwarming contemporary romance novellas from Harlequin about the greatest gift of all: love! The Greatest Gift: A Mother's Day Collection includes:
    • Second-Chance Mother by Donna Alward
    • Unexpected Gifts by Tanya Michaels
    • A Mother's Day Match by Katherine Garbera
    • Her First Mother's Day by Kathleen O'Brien
  WEDDINGS UNDER A WESTERN SKY Multi-author Anthology Three stories of cowboys who find love, by three exceptional authors of western romance, Lisa Plumley, Elizabeth Lane and Kate Welsh From author Elizabeth Lane The Hand-Me-Down-Bride Arabella Spencer's trip west was supposed to end in marriage to her longtime sweetheart-not with the discovery that he'd made someone else his wife! Can rancher Stewart McIntyre convince Arabella that Montana can still be her dream come true, with a new groom for this hand-me-down bride?       WHITE EAGLE'S TOUCH (Blackfoot Warrior Series) by Karen Kay -- Samhain Publishing -- Retro Romance Two worlds.   They came from different world -- she, the wealthy English socialite traveling deep into Indian territory; he the proud and powerful Blackfoot warrior who once saved her life.  White Eagle is captivated by Katrina Wellington's shimmering loveliness, but the little girl he once called "Shines Like Moonlight" is now a grown woman, betrothed to another.  And although she moves his soul like no other, he knows he can never have her. ONE LOVE -- Raised in civilized society, Katrina never wanted to return to the West.  The hard, dangerous life had killed her parents and, if it weren't for White Eagle's bravery, she might have died too.  But her learned disdain for White Eagle's people soon gives way as they discover that the spark of love from their childhood had blaed into an all-consuming passion.  But is it enough to sustain a love that both their worlds call...forbidden? http://store.samhainpublishing.com/white-eagles-touch-p-6773.html   NIGHT THUNDER'S BRIDE (Blackfoot Warrior Series) by Karen Kay -- Samhain Publishing -- Retro Romance His wife in every way...  He had promised to protect the beautiful white woman.  But a Blackfoot warrior must never raise a hand against his own brothers, even if they ean to harm and disgrace a helpless captive.  There was only one thing a man of honor like Night Thunder could do; claim Rebecca Cothern as his wife. From the moment Rebecca stepped into Night Thunder's powerful embrace in full view of his tribe -- making his marriage vow true in their eyes -- she knew her life would never be the same.  How could she travel among his people as his "wife" and share his bed without succumbing to the desire that burned so fiercely in her breast?  Night Thunder swore that she would truly be his bride in every way, if only Rebecca would give herself to him freely and without remorse.  But could she sacrifice the only life she'd ever known -- and the future she'd always dreamed of -- for a deep, satisfying taste of forbidden passion? http://store.samhainpublishing.com/night-thunders-bride-p-6806.html]]> http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/04/29/filly-new-release-update-may-2012/feed/ 1 Welcome to Cadence Creek! http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/04/09/welcome-to-cadence-creek/ http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/04/09/welcome-to-cadence-creek/#comments Mon, 09 Apr 2012 06:48:00 +0000 Donna http://petticoatsandpistols.com/?p=31511 I can't wait until May. Why? Because in May my readers get to visit a brand new town in a duet I have coming out called Cadence Creek Cowboys (yeehaw!). This duet was the most fun I've had writing in a while. Why? Well, take a brand new Alberta small town setting, throw in some sexy, confident cowboys, and pair them up with a couple of damaged but unbelievably strong women and poof! A joy to write from start to finish. That's not to say there's not a bit of seriousness involved. For those of you who know me at all, you know that my characters are usually facing some pretty big personal challenges. In book one, THE LAST REAL COWBOY, Sam Diamond is dealing with his father's illness and what that means to the family, as well as butting heads with Angela Beck, social worker and Executive Director of Butterfly House - a special shelter for women who have escaped abusive relationships. Angela feels a lot of pressure to make the project a success, but she also has to face her own demons. Not necessarily light stuff. But throw in a ankle-biting escape artist called Morris (the cat), Sam's warm and welcoming mother, Molly, and the shelter's first resident, a sweet woman name Clara, and things balance out just right, I think. Book 2, THE REBEL RANCHER is out in June - Clara gets her own story and you get to meet the legendary Tyson Diamond - and his reputation has definitely preceded him. Ty was one of my favourite heroes to write - EVER. A rebel by reputation but underneath he puts the gentle in gentleman.  And Clara, despite being sweet as chocolate pie, has a spine of steel. The girl's no pushover. In some ways it was a challenge to write both Angela and Clara. Both have a lot of baggage to get past, a lot of trust issues and downright fear. But I also felt very strongly about giving them their happy-ever-after - because I truly believe that there is always hope. That even after the worst has happened, there can be someone out there for all of us who has patience and gentleness and strength.  That everyone is worthy of being loved. So the good news is you can buy THE LAST REAL COWBOY a month early here at harlequin.com. And if you've got a hankering for more, I have a reprint out right now too - my second-ever Harlequin Romance Marriage at Circle M is out in THERE AND NOW, by Linda Lael Miller. Now, let's hope those April showers kick in and bring some May flowers - up here in Canada we're REALLY ready for winter to be done!  ]]> http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/04/09/welcome-to-cadence-creek/feed/ 13 Filly New Release Update – April 2012 http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/04/01/filly-new-release-update-april-2012/ http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/04/01/filly-new-release-update-april-2012/#comments Sun, 01 Apr 2012 19:11:39 +0000 Fillies http://petticoatsandpistols.com/?p=31498   Listed below are the upcoming releases from our talented writers here at Wildflower Junction.  To purchase any of these fine books, just click on the book covers.  And to learn more about the authors, click on thier names.   BRIDES OF THE WEST Multi-author Anthology An anthology of three stories with a common theme: Reunion, Western-style!  Because love is always worth a second chance...

   
  From author Victoria Bylin Josie’s Wedding Dress  Desperate for someone to help her save her ranch, Josie Bright makes a deal with Ty Donner. Now the man who left her waiting at the altar is making her hope for things she had long stopped wishing for.]]> http://petticoatsandpistols.com/2012/04/01/filly-new-release-update-april-2012/feed/ 1