BEAUTIFUL SPRING FLOWERS & A FEW "BEAUTIFUL" WORDS!

A bit of spring to cheer your spirits and a few lovely lines to warm your heart. Just for fun. Blooms are from Central Park and environs via my camera, words from my books.

 
She looked beautiful with her shoulder length chestnut hair blowing in the breeze and her blue sundress revealing a slim figure.
Now and Forever 1, a Love Story

Now the skinny, gawky young teen with the tiny turned-up nose and flat chest was a beautiful woman with amazing breasts and still interesting, he’d guess.
Sunny Days, Moonlit Nights







 
“A beautiful woman like you deserves more.” He saw her eyes widen as he rested his hand over hers, calming her.
 Now and Forever 2, the Book of Danny

 “You played it beautifully,” she said, standing up. “I’m so sorry I burst into your house…very rude of me.
Now and Forever, Blind Love

“Why me? You could have anyone in Hollywood, women so much better looking… beautiful women. Why would you want me?” If I Loved You, (Hollywood Hearts , bk. 1)

My life stinks, but it’s a beautiful day, Junior is adorable, and I have a nice place to live. At least for two months. Could be worse. Red Carpet Romance (Hollywood Hearts, bk. 2)

Slim—not skinny, beautiful auburn hair…to her shoulders, perfect breasts, cute nose with a few freckles—pretty.  Love, Lost and Found

“A guy must be crazy to go on tour, leaving a beautiful wife like you behind,” he muttered.  The Renovated Heart.

When she opened the door, she looked beautiful and he was right, the wonderful cooking smell came from her apartment. The Marriage List

Colin Andrews whipped open the front door of his brother’s townhouse in Manhattan, revealing the most beautiful woman he’d ever seen on the other side.  The Dating List

 Hope you enjoyed the beautiful pictures and "beautiful" words. Please leave a comment, tell me what your favorite flower is. Thanks for stopping by, have a great day.

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TUESDAY TALES - STORY WRITTEN TO THE PROMPT "TRAVEL" - THE RESCUED HEART

 Welcome to Tuesday Tales. Thanks for stopping by.  This is another scene from my WIP, tentatively titled: 

THE RESCUED HEART. 

“Okay, Sixteen hundred bucks for two months of dog walking for Baxter. As we agreed.” Dr. Hack Roberts signed the check, turning his gaze to lovely Rory wearing a sling and a pretty print sundress.  While waiting for the ink to dry, he noted how well the bright blue and green print complemented her gold hair. He couldn’t control his gaze as it slid down to ogle her generous breasts, peeping out from the heart-shaped neckline. His mouth went dry as desert sand and his fingertips itched at the thought of touching her. Stop that! You’re engaged!

 “You still here?” Felicia entered the office unannounced. The ugly look on her face when she spied Rory made him frown. Why’s she jealous? We’re engaged.  “Picking up a check. Do you mind?” Rory pushed past the stick-thin, fashionista.

“And if I do?”

“Then I might have to tell you to lump it,” Rory quipped.

“Don’t try to squeeze more money out of Hack! I know women like you. Taking what they can get…looking for a man who’s a soft touch.”

“Sounds a lot like you,” Rory murmured, trying to stifle a smile.

“Why you! You’re the most…most…” she stuttered.

“Aggravating woman in the world? Smartest woman in the world? Ballsy woman in the world.” Her eyes screamed mischief and Hack had to look away to hide his smile.

“If you’re so smart, how come he’s engaged to me and not you?” A smug look washed over Felicia’s overly made-up face.

“He owes me this money. Hitting me and my dog with his bicycle has ruined my life. I can’t work.”

“Watch this eye for a tear! No man to take care of you? Pity. Such a surprise…woman with a mouth like yours.”

“You have no idea what my mouth can do.”

At that, Hack spit out the coffee he was drinking.

“Is that a shot?” Felicia asked, her hackles up.

“Why don’t you ask Hack?” Rory’s eyes glistened with merriment.

“Forget it, Felicia.” Hack tried to erase the image of things Rory’s mouth could do from his mind. He ripped the check from the checkbook and handed it to Rory. Their fingers brushed causing a tingle to travel up his arm like a rocket. He raised his gaze to hers and noticed a slight flush move up from her chest to her cheeks. Her blush is beautiful.
 After Rory left the office, Felicia plunked down opposite him, trying to smooth her ruffled feathers. “You could have spoken up. And what was that mouth crack about?”A buzz on his intercom saved him.  

“Personal delivery.”

A few seconds later the door to his office opened and a strange man came in. “Dr. Hansen Roberts?” Hack pushed to his feet. The man handed him an envelope. “Sir, you have been served.”

Hack’s mouth fell open as he ripped the envelope apart. Sure enough, inside were legal papers from Rory’s brother.

“That little…she’s suing me!”
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BOOK CLUB INTERVIEW!

My friend, talented author Jeff Conine, and I were fortunate to be interviewed by John Austin on the radio for his program, THE BOOK CLUB!

PINE GROVE, NY

The show airs Tuesday at 10am. In my interview, I answer questions by readers. Here are some of the questions I tackle:

1. Pat M.  Hudson, Fl.  Is there a real Pine Grove and if so, do people who live in the town see themselves in your books? 

3. Mike R.  Palatine, IL  Is there a real Pine Grove and if so, where is it because he wants to move there because the town seems to have lots of smart, sexy, single women.

4. Jamie,  Beaverton, Or. Has read three of your books and Sunny is her favorite heroine.  Do you have a favorite and which heroine is most like you? 

5. Ariele R  Brooklyn, N.Y.  She is in grad school and is drawn to writing, but wants to know if she has any talent in that direction.  Do you have any suggestions? 

6. Gary M.  St Petersburg, Fl  Has written two books and has an idea for a third, but when he starts to write, he can’t get by the first few pages.  Any suggestions?  He has tried an outline and starting with the characters, but still can’t seem to continue. 

7. Gail G.  Toledo, Oh is there any character in any of your books that is based on you? 

8. Lynn B  The Villages, Fl  Married to a retired military guy and enjoyed “Love, Lost and Found”.  Heard there were more titles to come.  What and When?  Also are you or you husband retired Military  and if not what made you decide to do military based books? 

9. Maria G.  Tarpon Springs, Fl.  Are you married and if so, what does your husband think of the sex scenes in the book? 

10.Tamara M. Georgia  Most series have a theme that runs through the series.  Is there a theme that runs through the Hollywood Hearts series and would you share that theme with the listeners? 

Tune in tomorrow for the answers to these and 10 more questions. Or, if you can't wait, and want to hear the interview now, here's the link: THE BOOK CLUB.

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Jeff is interviewed about his book, LAST AUTUMN. Here is a snippet so you can see the quality of his writing. The book has some autobiographical elements, but well, I'll let Jeff tell you all about it himself. 

 Acknowledgment made, he prepared to shave.  As he did, he reminded himself, as he always did during his baptism and shaving ritual, that there were no excuses in this life--none to mitigate what might have been.  You pay as you go, buddy.  This reminder held special meaning today: Linda was coming.  No excuses, he reflected, and no justice either--but some nights you get the chance to roll the bones twice.

Thinking this, Jake dropped his towel and turned away from his now clear image, abruptly repulsed and shaken.  His face, his quarters, his trembling hands, betrayed him, signaled his fall from a tolerable marriage and a reasonable, though empty, livelihood to an isolated existence of functional drunkenness and fading creativity.  A crooked smile appeared.  More's the pity. He knew life's principles now.  No excuses, no justice.  How clear.

If you can't wait for tomorrow, here's the link to Jeff's interview podcast. THE BOOK CLUB

Save the Earth, Read an eBook Blog Hop

THE WINNERS ARE: SHELLY HAMMOND & REBEKAH!
CONGRATULATIONS! I'LL BE SENDING YOU AN EMAIL. 
Welcome! Leave a comment and be entered to win a copy of the first in my new series, HOLLYWOOD HEARTS called IF I LOVED YOU. I'm  awarding two copies. Don't forget your email address. Winners will be drawn Sunday night at 6:45pm. BIG prize from folks running the hop is $75! So don't forget to leave a comment & email addy and be entered for that, as well.

Here are 2 snippets from the book:

Megan is unimpressed by Chaz Duncan, gorgeous movie star, who may be her new client: 
“Like I haven’t heard that one before. I don’t give a damn you’re famous, okay. Can we get that straight? I’m not impressed, not going to grovel at your feet. You’re simply a potential client whose money I may be managing. No more and no less. I’m not going to swoon and ask for an autograph or throw myself at you. Of course, I’ll do my best to take care of your money as if it was my own, but that’s as far as it goes.”

Chaz is not one to let a sarcastic woman have the last word, even if she is beautiful: 
“Yale School of Drama here. So don’t condescend to me. I’m not a ‘dumb’ actor in love with himself. And you’re dressed pretty hot for a financial advisor with only dollars and cents on her mind. Not that I’m objecting. I love eye candy…great rack, too…” He grinned at her then pulled out his cell phone.

“Eye candy? Rack? Did you say rack? Why the nerve! Is that your cell phone? Turn it off…” 

A bit about the book: 
Does love always mean total truth? Successfully shunning the limelight, Megan Davis kept her family secret safe. Disrespectful of tabloid superstars, Meg was shocked when selected to launch a celebrity division in her investment firm. Gorgeous, magnetic movie star, Chaz Duncan valued privacy above all else. Drawn to Megan for more than financial advice, will he share a secret or continue his high profile but lonely existence? Jealousy, deceit and scandal threaten two careers and the quest for true love and trust in this roller-coaster-ride contemporary romance.    

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TUESDAY TALES - WORD PROMPT - "CHOCOLATE" - THE RESCUED HEART.

 Welcome to my Tuesday Tales piece written to the word "chocolate". This week we have another installment of the WIP, THE RESCUED HEART.

Last time, Dr. Hack Roberts carried the pug he injured with his bike, Baxter, to Rory's apartment. 

THE RESCUED HEART 

“Look Miss…”

“Rory.”
“Yes, yes, Rory, whatever. I’m not responsible for your hardship. If you hadn’t leapt out…”  Hack sank down on her sofa and stroked Baxter’s ears.
“You admitted losing control of your bike. And the officer is a
witness.”
He shrugged. “Sue me. Take me to court.” He dropped his hand from the dog who promptly nudged him to continue.
She narrowed her eyes, “Maybe I will.”
“It takes a lot of money to bring a lawsuit.” Baxter nosed his face under Hack’s hand. The vet continued to pet the pug.
“Don’t be so confident I won’t. My brother is a lawyer. It’ll cost me zip-o to sue you.”
He stood up. “I don’t mean to be rude, but…”
“Rude? That’s exactly what you mean to be. You and Miss, Miss Toothpick of 2013. Nasty, self-satisfied, smug…”
“Enough!”

 
“You haven’t heard anything yet.” Suddenly Rory’s aggressive manner appeared to seep out of her like helium out of a balloon. She glanced at Baxter then back at Hack. “I don’t know what I’m going to do. My boyfriend and I just broke up. I’m all alone.” Her words came out in a whisper. “How will I take care of Baxter.”
Despite rapid blinking, tears ran down her cheeks.

Hack looked down at his hands. Please turn off the waterworks. I can’t stand it. “Maybe I could pay for a dog walker…for Baxter.
Until you get the cast off.”
“That’d help,” she sniffled. Hack whipped out his handkerchief and poked it at Rory. She took it and wiped her face. “Need The Toothpick's approval?”
“Her name’s Felicia…”
“Do you sleep with her? How can you have sex with someone who disappears when she turns sideways?”
Bet you’re great in bed…so fiery and soft.  
“It’s not all red roses and Godiva Chocolates, but we’re compatible.” His groin tightened when he glanced at Rory’s chest.
“Compatible? Sounds like a real love match,” she snickered.
“How much do you need for a dog walker?” He stood up. If I don’t leave, I’m going to do something stupid.
“I…I don’t know.”
“You’re a dog walker yourself and you don’t know?” He raised his eyebrows.
“I don’t know who has free time. I’ll get back to you.”
I’ll get to talk to her again.

“Fine. You have my card.” Rory pushed to her feet as Hack moved toward the door. Baxter barked, causing her to turn sharply toward him and lose her balance. Hack caught her before she fell against the wall. His arm blocked her from a collision, forcing his fingers to close around her breast.
“Sorry,” he murmured removing his hand and helping her stand. Wow. Nice. Very nice.
“I’ll bet,” she mumbled, turning away to hide the blush in her cheeks.

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