novella Archives - Heather Boyd | USAT Bestselling Author

Miss George’s Second Chance – Blurb Blitz Tour Week 1

May 30, 2022January 6, 2014

Hey. I’ve got some great news. Miss George’s Second Chance is off on a Blurb Blitz Tour for the next three weeks thanks to the hard work of Goddess Fish Promotions and the following list of fantastic bloggers who have agreed to showcase my regency romance novella.

Today, January 6, I’m at Books to Light Your Fire then for each day until the week ends I’m at the following blog locations. Be sure to comment because there will be a quiz later and an ebook giveaway. Actually, the quiz is only a joke but there will be a giveaway to three randomly chosen readers during the tour.

January 7: Long and Short Reviews
January 8: Buried Under Romance
January 9: Love Saves the World
January 10: Laurie’s Thoughts and Reviews
January 10 SECOND STOP Punya Reviews…

Blurb Blitz Week 2

January 13: Christine Young Romance Writer
January 14: Bunny’s Review
January 15: Doing Some Reading
January 16: Room With Books
January 17: Reviews by Crystal

Blurb Blitz Week 3

January 20: Francesca’s Mindstream
January 21: Queen of All She Reads
January 22: My Tangled Skeins Book Reviews
January 24: Susana’s Morning Room

I’m hoping the tour will have lots of comments so be sure to visit each one and say hi at least. Comments make everyone happy. 🙂 Thanks and I’ll see you all there.

[some links might not work until the blogger publishes them. It will depend on their location. 🙂 ]

Miss Watson’s First Scandal is waiting for you!

December 21, 2023July 1, 2013

It’s here. It’s here. Release day for Miss Watson’s First Scandal has finally arrived. After months of planning, writing, editing and coaxing this new series along, the Miss Mayhem novellas are ready to take their first steps into the world.

Book 1 ~ Miss Watson’s First Scandal

Overworked London banker David Hawke has two goals for his week in the seaside town of Brighton: one, demand repayment of a debt without losing a valued friendship and two, relax for the remaining holiday without further distractions—except he encounters his friend’s newly confident younger sister and all his carefully made plans end. Abigail Watson is flirty, bold, and determined David will agree to her bargain and save her brother from debtor’s prison. But is her game to prevent him from calling in the debt, or are her sweet kisses a sign she is after a much greater prize instead?

This is a sensual read rather than sizzling but mischief, romance and lots of passion abound. I hope you’ll give the book a shot.

You can grab your copy through:

AVAILABLE AT:

Amazon.com | Amazon UK

APPLE iBOOKS : AUS | US | UK | Canada

ALL ROMANCE EBOOKS | KOBO | SMASHWORDS

If you pick it up, feel free to contact me and let me know what you think. And if you take the time to leave a review at Amazon, Goodreads or Apple, I always appreciate the time it takes for readers to do that.

You can also check out my previous post to see where I’ll be blogging over the next few weeks and there is a virtual book launch party on facebook today (tomorrow if you’re in Australia). Come along and chat with me.

I’m off to nervously pace and hope readers love the book.

Have you met Miss Watson?

December 23, 2023June 25, 2013

She’s due in stores worldwide very soon but I’ve just received notification that Miss Watson’s First Scandal is available for pre-order now.

Overworked London banker David Hawke has two goals for his week in the seaside town of Brighton: one, demand repayment of a debt without losing a valued friendship and two, relax for the remaining holiday without further distractions—except he encounters his friend’s newly confident younger sister. Abigail Watson is flirty, bold, and determined David will agree to her bargain and save her brother from debtor’s prison. But is her game to prevent him from calling in the debt, or are her sweet kisses a sign she is after a much greater prize instead?

Want another peek at the story and the unstoppable Miss Watson? Here’s a teaser for your reading pleasure…

Abigail threw her arms about her friend in gratitude and hugged her. “I need to find my brother a wife. An heiress, in fact, and I know the perfect one.”

A frown crossed Imogen’s face as Abigail released her. “The only heiress you know is Miss Melanie Merton. Would you really want to live under the same roof as that woman?”

Imogen did have a point about Melanie. The reigning beauty of their circle possessed the largest dowry and could be very demanding of those around her. Peter had never shown any interest in Melanie, but he might if given enough encouragement. Wasn’t having him marry a harridan better than him losing everything?

She smoothed her hands over her gown. “There is no one else unless another comes to Brighton.”

Imogen’s expression grew skeptical. “The last man who called at Merton House to propose practically ran away afterward. Have you come to dislike your brother?”

Abigail sat up straighter. “I love my brother. I’m doing this for his own good. Starting tomorrow I shall somehow engineer meetings between them. Who knows, maybe Peter will come around with her dowry to sweeten the deal.”

“You’ve become very mercenary about this business, Abigail. Almost as bad as Miss Radley.” Imogen squeezed her hands. “I’m not sure I like your sudden turn of practicality. Where has your romantic heart disappeared to?”

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Meet my hero David Hawke

December 23, 2023June 18, 2013

It’s just two short weeks until the release of Miss Watson’s First Scandal. I’m busting at the seams to share this story, which has nothing to do with titles and rakes and everything to do with the value of friendship. So, without further ado please enjoy page one of Miss Watson’s First Scandal, a flirty regency romance novella coming July 1^st.

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David Hawke breathed a sigh of relief when the first sign of Brighton came into view through the grimy coach window. He marked his place in the latest K. L. Brahm novel he’d been reading and reluctantly closed the book on the wonderful tale. The journey from London to the seaside resort town appeared to grow longer each year and he longed to already be at his destination, at home in his snug terrace house. If not for his client’s witty novel, he would have drowsed the entire way or grown cross with his companion’s frequent jostling.

He pressed the heel of his hand against his thigh as impatience clawed at him. He was desperate to stretch his legs, desperate to escape the strangers seated opposite in the mail coach and their assessing glances. He’d dressed a little too finely to be completely ignored by his companions and his seat partner kept reading over his shoulder. Their curiosity compelled him to be vigilant of his possessions and he was weary to the bone.

The coach drew to a stop and he jumped out as quickly as he could manage. He should have hired a chaise for the journey but sitting in the large conveyance alone was a wasteful way to travel in his opinion. He caught his remaining possessions as a groom tossed them down from the carriage rooftop then he set off for his seaside home.

By design, his path took him the long way through the deserted streets of Brighton just so he might catch a glimpse of the dark waters of the channel before he went to bed. The gentle ocean breeze blew the stench of London from him; the scent of brine cleared his head and cooled his exposed skin. He drew in deep cleansing breaths and a smile broke free. It was good to be home again. He’d missed swimming each morning with his neighbors, if they still came here at this time of year. It had been a long while since he’d had a letter from any of them and he’d come with no illusions they would have time to see him.

But the destination itself still made any uncertainty worthwhile. He’d spent many years here as a boy and his pulse raced at the familiar sights and sounds. Returning each year for a week-long holiday had become a necessary pilgrimage.

After a time, he forced himself away from the water, making his way up Cavendish Place toward his home. Lights burned in the windows of several residences along the street. The Radleys appeared to be here, the Mertons, too. The George’s residence was dark and silent but that was not an unusual circumstance. The young Walter George preferred to go out and his sister was rumored to retire early.

He stopped outside the Watson residence, a three-story town house, second from the end of the street. Peter Watson’s front door stood beside his own, but their circumstances couldn’t be more different. His good mood evaporated.

Are you ready for Miss Watson?

January 2, 2024June 11, 2013

Last week I teased you with the cover, today the teaser blurb for Miss Watson’s First Scandal. Are you ready for Miss Watson?Check it out!

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Welcome to the Miss Mayhem series, where four adventurous young ladies match wits and capture the hearts of with their neighbors in the seaside town of Brighton.

Overworked London banker David Hawke has two goals for his week in the seaside town of Brighton: one, recover an overdue debt from a good friend and neighbor and two, relax for the remaining holiday without any further distractions. When his friend’s impulsive younger sister barges into his home to beg his aid, he’s drawn deeper into her life and scrambling to keep their relationship on a professional level.

Abigail Watson may be considered too young to have the cares of the world on her shoulders but her brother is in trouble and she’s desperate to help him recover. Despite the impropriety, she appeals to the bachelor next door for an extension on the debt and his help to secure her brother a wealthy wife. However, matchmaking never runs smoothly and falling in love is something neither one counted on.

Miss Watson’s First Scandal is a steamy regency romance novella.

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Coming soon: Miss Watson’s First Scandal

January 7, 2024June 4, 2013

There is nothing like a summer romance unless … it’s a regency romance set in the English coastal town of Brighton. I am so excited that the first novella in the Miss Mayhem series will be published early next month. Soon you’ll be saying hello to the irrepressible Miss Abigail Watson.

Coming soon: Miss Watson’s First Scandal

This story is a steamy regency romance novella.

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