Hello lovelies!

Lots going on this month!

Only Rakes Need Apply comes out and it’s a special one for me. When I started writing I wanted to get a steamy historical romance published and that never happened. I had erotic historical romances, cowboys, urban fantasy, erotica, etc., but I ended up self-publishing my steamy historicals. So, getting this trilogy published with Kensington kind of completes that writerly circle and I had such a blast writing them.

I’m currently writing book 2 of this series, How To Ruin A Rake and this one is fun, too. I’m also writing a contemporary Fall novella for Kensington and doing some research for my new adventure in historical fiction which will come out under the Catherine Lloyd name—more about that in a future newsletter.

I’m sorry I haven’t added to the Millcastle series, but I’ve just been too busy catching up on all the deadlines I pushed back after my mum died. I hope to do better next year. :)

Wishing you all a Happy Halloween! (See the bottom of the email for details of a special Spooky season discount.)

Kate

Only Rakes Need Apply - released October 28th

A sexy new series begins as three daring Regency ladies each seek lovers with no strings attached . . . and find even the most unfettered hearts can get tangled up in passion.

What’s a woman to do when her husband has departed but her . . . desires . . . very much remain? The only thing Lady Carenza Smythe-Harding misses about her late spouse, a notorious gambler and adulterer, is his expertise between the sheets. After two years donning mourning dresses, it’s her turn for some frisky fun. But with no intention of remarrying, how can she find the right devil-may-care rogue for the job?

Titled lady seeks experienced, unmarried rake for afternoon dalliance . . .

The anonymous newspaper advertisement leaves little to the imagination, and has the gentlemen of the ton wagering who is the temptress taking applications–and measurements!–to fill a most enticing position.

Thanks to an unexpected inheritance, confirmed bachelor Julian Laurent is free to indulge his passions–including the occasional seduction of married ladies. Still, he is appalled to discover his longtime friend, Carenza, is behind the public proposition. Surely Julian can prevent a damning scandal by pleasuring the lady to her heart’s content. After all, it’s the gentlemanly thing to do. . . . But as their sensual escapades tumble into a dangerously addictive game, might their friends-with-benefits arrangement take them from bedding to wedding?

Released on October 28th

The Day After Christmas - released October 20th

Felicity Brooks always hated Christmas. But after one unforgettable festive season with James the Penguin Man, she's finally learned to embrace twinkling lights, hot chocolate kisses—and the power of starting again.

Now, months later, Felicity's trying to keep it all together. Her dream of motherhood has been shattered. She's somehow ended up planning a wedding for her ex and his chaotic bride-to-be. And then—just to keep things interesting—her estranged father turns up at the animal rescue centre where she works, unannounced, after thirty years away.

As Felicity navigates a whirlwind of animal antics, wedding disasters, family secrets, and one very unexpected donkey, she must decide what she really wants her future to look like. And when James begins acting strangely again, Felicity fears her happy ending may be slipping away—until one snowy Christmas morning reveals the surprise of a lifetime…

A feel-good festive delight full of warmth, wit and whiskers—perfect for fans of Heidi Swain, Cathy Bramley and Rebecca Raisin.

October's freebie: Daddy's Arms by Stella Moore

The price for disobedience may be more than she’s prepared to pay…

When a violent crime hits a little too close to home, Olivia Monroe’s seemingly perfect world is shattered.

As a killer terrorizes her city, it becomes more and more obvious that Olivia herself is being hunted. Desperate to keep her safe, her already strict husband tightens the reins even further.

And although she craves his firm discipline, she struggles to walk the line between confident businesswoman and obedient little girl.

But her submission is no longer just about her pride. Now, her obedience means the difference between returning home to her Daddy’s loving arms…

Or putting herself at the mercy of a madman.
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A Spooky Season discount!

As Halloween is coming up, get in the mood for some paranormal activity with my historical paranormal romance book bundle. A collection of light-hearted historical paranormal holiday novellas centered in a mystical faerie-ridden village in Cornwall. If you enjoy love at first sight, mistaken identity, ghostly and mystical advice, and fated lovers then you’re in for a treat!

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(Thank you to my fellow author Sadie Haller for this list.)