Cover Reveal: Lori Wilde

Here's the official cover for THE COWBOY AND THE PRINCESS.

It's the second book in my Jubilee, Texas series. It hits store shelves July 31st, 2012.

But remember that THE COWBOY TAKES A BRIDE is first.

Due out March 27th, 2012.

Authorpalooza Day 9 - Guest Author - Lori Wilde

I am very proud to welcome bestselling author

 Lori Wilde

to Strictly Reviews

How long did it take to make your goal of becoming a published author into reality?

I started writing seriously in January of 1990. I sold my first book to Silhouette Romance in January 1994. I published under the name Laura Anthony.

What was your reaction when you heard your first book was going to be published?

Actually, I thought it was about time. I had been working really hard and I felt I was due.

What's one typical day in the life of Lori Wilde like?

Up at eight a.m. Straight to the computer to write eight pages in an hour. Then a break for breakfast and to play with my dogs, cat and chickens. Then back for another hour at the computer. Lunch break. Another hour at the computer. Thirty minutes of exercise, then I teach my online classes. Supper with husband, a little TV. time, then it’s back to the computer until midnight. I work all the time. I’m not very interesting.

Do you have a current project you’re working on or something you plan to begin soon?

I always have a project going. As soon as one is done, I start another. I’m writing the fourth book in my Twilight, Texas series now.

Interview break

Fan Girl squeal! I am so glad that you are working on the fourth on your Twilight, Texas. End fan girl squeal. ;-)



Break over

In your opinion, what is the most difficult part of being a published author?

Keeping the money rolling in on a regular basis. Most people don’t realize how difficult it is to make a living writing. A lot of people think if you’re a published author you’re rich. Nothing could be further from the truth.

What’s the most rewarding?

Getting to do what I love for a living.

If you could co-author a book with any of your fellow authors or anyone from anywhere, who would you choose and why?

I’m too much of a control freak to write a book with someone else.

What is your writing schedule like?

I write five books a year. That’s what it takes for me to make a living at it.

What is the most interesting place you’ve ever visited? Or what is one place you would love to visit?

I would love to visit Australia and New Zealand. I’ve always wanted to go there.

If you can meet one person whether they be alive or dead… who would it be and what would you ask said person(s)?

Mark Twain. I’d love to have a long conversation with him about writing.

If you were not an author then what other career would you see yourself doing?

Chef. I love to cook.

What is the one thing that can always relax you?

Valium? LOL. I rarely relax, so I don’t know the answer to that one.

The Sweetheart's Knitting Club (Twilight, Texas Book 1)

Welcome to Twilight, Texas, pop.6,000—Quaint and quirky, it’s the perfect place to fall in love again . . .

Jesse Calloway was once the brooding bad boy of Twilight, and Flynn McGregor was the girl who meant the world to him. But he never truly fit in, and before long all his opportunities—for romance, for success—slipped away. Now he’s back, all grown up and ready to even the score. Ready to find the woman who should have been his and make her happier than she ever thought possible.


Flynn hasn’t forgotten about Jesse. But she’s made a life for herself in Twilight, a life of friends, family, and the Sweetheart’s Knitting Club, the ladies she keeps in stitches even though she doesn’t know her purls from her pearls. So when the sparks fly once more, she’ll have to decide if she can trust Jesse again . . . and if her high school sweetheart can become her forever love.

 

The True Love's Quilting Club  (Twilight, Texas Book 2)

"The pattern of a quilt will always lead you back home."

Trixie Lynn Parks changed her name to Emma, shook the dust of Twilight, Texas, off her shoes, and vowed to make it big in the city. But after twelve years of shattered dreams, she heads back to the ladies of the True Love Quilting Club . . . and to her first love, Sam Cheek.

Some things—and some people—sure have changed. Sam has grown from a carefree boy to a single dad. And even though the chemistry between them sizzles hotter than ever, Trixie Lynn quickly discovers she must choose between the fame and fortune that have finally come her way—or the one true love who has the power to mend her patchwork heart.

 
BONUS TIME!
 
 
Thanks to the people of HarperCollins I have two copies of The True Love Quilting Club to give away.
 
To enter this giveaway you must be U.S resident.Tweet about this giveaway with the link of this post and the hashtag #Authorpalooza2010
 
And answer the following question(s)
 
Do you enjoy reading contemporary love stories? And if you do ... are reading one now or what was the last one read?
 
 
Thanks Lori!!
 

The True Love Quilting Club by Lori Wilde - Book Review

The True Love Quilting Club by Lori Wilde
Avon Books
ISBN: 0061808903
April 13, 2010
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"The pattern of a quilt will always lead you back home."

Trixie Lynn Parks changed her name to Emma, shook the dust of Twilight, Texas, off her shoes, and vowed to make it big in the city. But after twelve years of shattered dreams, she heads back to the ladies of the True Love Quilting Club . . . and to her first love, Sam Cheek.

Some things—and some people—sure have changed. Sam has grown from a carefree boy to a single dad. And even though the chemistry between them sizzles hotter than ever, Trixie Lynn quickly discovers she must choose between the fame and fortune that have finally come her way—or the one true love who has the power to mend her patchwork heart.

My Thoughts

Emma aka Trixie had lots of emotional baggage with her mother abandonment and cold treatment of her father. The only true peace and enjoyment she's experience is with her friend/first love, Sam Cheeky.


She's never lived in a place long enough because of her father always moving them. Trixie is hoping and praying that she'll stay long enough in Twilight to have a real home.

Trixie is one hellcat that has longed to be what her mother always wanted her to be... a star. She's come a long way from Twilight, Texas but never made it to the big time. A scandal lands her in deep trouble. And just as things can't get any worse for her, opportunity comes a-knocking. What is even more shocking where her new job is located... in Twilight.

She arrives in Twilight to find herself being dragged by a huge beast on to find herself face to face with her first love… Sam.

Sam has had to deal with a lot since he last seen Emma. He's kept track over the years but never expected to see her again. And when sees Emma… he can't help but feel the sparks between them heat up. Now that they are adults the sparks are even hotter.

Trixie/Emma is such a dynamic character that you don't know if you want to cheer her on or slap her silly. She is just what the doctor ordered for Sam. It’s truly amazing how well they click. Not to mention also how well Sam's son is crazy about Trixie.

Oh boy, do I ever love the character of Sam… He's just scrumptiously sexy hot and sigh-worthy leading male character.

I was very happy to see Beau make a few appearances in this sequel. I really hope that Lori will give Beau a chance to shine and get his own book and of course his own leading lady.

There are lots of cute and cheesy scenes in this book but Lori just makes it work perfectly. I didn't dare put this book down until the very end. True Love Quilting Club is a remarkable story with such delightful and unforgettable characters. The secondary characters in this book just made the flow of the storyline even more amazing whenever the ladies of the quilting club got together. True Love Quilting Club is a wonderful addition to the Twilight, Texas series.


I give True Love Quilting Club a 4 out of 5 Star rating.

Book Review by

Veronica
© Strictly Reviews 2010

Review! The Sweethearts' Knitting Club by Lori Wilde

The Sweethearts' Knitting Club by Lori Wilde
Avon Books Publishing
ISBN: 006180889X
November 2009
Mass Market PB - Ebook







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Book Description:

Welcome to Twilight, Texas, pop.6,000—Quaint and quirky, it’s the perfect place to fall in love again . . .










Jesse Calloway was once the brooding bad boy of Twilight, and Flynn McGregor was the girl who meant the world to him. But he never truly fit in, and before long all his opportunities—for romance, for success—slipped away. Now he’s back, all grown up and ready to even the score. Ready to find the woman who should have been his and make her happier than she ever thought possible.






Flynn hasn’t forgotten about Jesse. But she’s made a life for herself in Twilight, a life of friends, family, and the Sweetheart’s Knitting Club, the ladies she keeps in stitches even though she doesn’t know her purls from her pearls. So when the sparks fly once more, she’ll have to decide if she can trust Jesse again . . . and if her high school sweetheart can become her forever love.

Book Review

Jesse has only one thing on his mind… That is to get revenge on the one man that got Jesse sent away to prison for many years.






But that train of thought goes out the window once, he sees Flynn MacGregor. It does not completely derail his plans for revenge… With Flynn, it just made revenge all that much sweeter.






Flynn is proposed to by her boyfriend, Beau repeatedly yet she keeps turning him. She knows that deep down he is perfect for her. However, Flynn cannot stop thinking of the one she lost…Jesse Calloway.






Flynn is excited to see Jesse is back. Even if all Flynn and Jesse will ever remain as just good friends. Too bad no one told Jesse that as he manages to use time with Flynn to his advantage.






Luckily, for Flynn she has the women of The Sweethearts' Knitting Club to keep from driving herself crazy. Better, believe these women know how to keep Flynn on her toes.






All the women in The Sweethearts' Knitting Club are married except for Flynn. They each try to convince Flynn to marry her long time boyfriend, Beau. However, they have no clue that Flynn deep down does not have a clue as to whom she really loves…






Flynn comes off as a very indecisive woman stringing along to people… However, as the story moves along we get to see the real woman inside Flynn come alive and fight for what she truly wants.






Flynn just wants to make everyone happy at the cost of her own happiness. With Jesse’s arrival, back in Twilight, Texas it forces Flynn to come to terms with her life and the changes she has to make.






Jesse is standoffish but he truly cares for Flynn. Beau is the man plenty of women would love to marry but he only has eyes for Flynn. Beau may care for Flynn but is it for the right reasons?






I definitely enjoyed reading this love triangle. Jesse and Flynn deal with lot more drama than most couple has normally had to deal with. Beau is a force to be reckoned with the people surrounding him. He knows how to manipulate the people of around him. Out of the three in this love triangle, I became more fascinated with Beau. Especially after reading his life’s back-story including what his family is really like. I hope that Beau finds what could make truly happy.






Of course, one must not forget about the women of The Sweethearts' Knitting Club. They are truly one amazing group of women. I definitely enjoyed their gossip and misplaced advice to Flynn. Even if she did not want to friendly advice from these women.


In conclusion, The Sweethearts' Knitting Club by Lori Wilde is one memorable tale of love and romance.





I give The Sweethearts' Knitting Club a rating of 4 Stars.






Book reviewed by:


Veronica
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