My favorite beach. Litchfield Beach, Pawleys Island, S.C.
One of my favorite places to read a book is at the beach.
I don't get that luxury often so when I do I like to have a great book to entertain me. There is something about sitting on the beach that soothes my soul. I can relax and let my senses absorb the panorama surrounding me; the tall sea grass gently swaying in the breeze, the colorful beach umbrellas dotting the shore, blue rippling water with white waves crashing on shore.
I can feel the gritty white sand between my toes and the heat from the sand radiating beneath me while the sun beats down from above. I know the warnings about too much sun...a SPF product is always tucked in my beach bag.
Which brings up the sense of smell. Who doesn't think of summer at the beach (or pool) when you rub suntan lotion on your body? My favorite are the ones with the scent of coconut like Hawaiian Tropic.
When I become drowsy from reading in the sun and a nap is imminent, I close my eyes and the unique sounds of the beach become more palpable and relaxing.
Unless it happens to be an occasion when I choose a spot next to the loud family. You know them. They think everyone on the beach wants to hear their music, listen to their conversations and of course let's not forget their high-pitched squealing children.
No, I am referring to the unmistakable sound of the water as the waves break and rush to shore, the seagull cries overhead and the happy sound of a child's laughter at discovering the wonders of the beach for the first time.
Do you have a favorite beach? What are you planning on reading this summer?
Here are some books I am excited to read this summer!
I don't get that luxury often so when I do I like to have a great book to entertain me. There is something about sitting on the beach that soothes my soul. I can relax and let my senses absorb the panorama surrounding me; the tall sea grass gently swaying in the breeze, the colorful beach umbrellas dotting the shore, blue rippling water with white waves crashing on shore.
I can feel the gritty white sand between my toes and the heat from the sand radiating beneath me while the sun beats down from above. I know the warnings about too much sun...a SPF product is always tucked in my beach bag.
Which brings up the sense of smell. Who doesn't think of summer at the beach (or pool) when you rub suntan lotion on your body? My favorite are the ones with the scent of coconut like Hawaiian Tropic.
When I become drowsy from reading in the sun and a nap is imminent, I close my eyes and the unique sounds of the beach become more palpable and relaxing.
Unless it happens to be an occasion when I choose a spot next to the loud family. You know them. They think everyone on the beach wants to hear their music, listen to their conversations and of course let's not forget their high-pitched squealing children.
No, I am referring to the unmistakable sound of the water as the waves break and rush to shore, the seagull cries overhead and the happy sound of a child's laughter at discovering the wonders of the beach for the first time.
Do you have a favorite beach? What are you planning on reading this summer?
Here are some books I am excited to read this summer!
Almost Summer
by New York Times & USA Today Bestselling Author Susan Mallery
Fool's Gold Series E-book Novella May 2012
Summer Days ~~ Summer Nights
All Summer Long
New York Times & USA Today Bestselling Author Susan Mallery
Summer Days -
Locked in an unexpected land dispute, Rafe Stryker is trapped in the one place he vowed never to return to—the Castle Ranch in Fool's Gold, California. He made millions facing ruthless adversaries in the boardroom, but nothing could have prepared him to go head-to-head against stubborn, beautiful Heidi Simpson. No one is more surprised than Rafe to discover that he's finding Heidi and life as a cowboy—much more compelling than he wants to admit.
For Heidi, the Castle Ranch is the home she's always wanted. After a life on the road, the vivacious blonde has finally put down roots. She won't give that up without a fight, not even for a man whose late-night kisses make her yearn to be a little less…wholesome.
As the two turn from passionate adversaries to passionate, period, they'll discover that summer love can last a lifetime.
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Summer Nights-
Horse whisperer Shane Stryker is done with passion. This time around, he's determined to meet someone who will be content with the quiet life of a rancher's wife. And the fiery, pint-size redhead who dazzles him at the local bar definitely does not fit the bill.
Small-town librarian Annabelle Weiss has always seen herself as more of a sweetheart than a siren, so she can't understand why Shane keeps pushing her away. Shane has formed the totally wrong impression of her but only he can help her with a special event for the next Fool's Gold festival. And maybe while he's at it, she can convince him to teach her a few things about kissing on hot summer nights, too—some lessons, a girl shouldn't learn from reading a book!
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All Summer Long-
Former underwear model turned entrepreneur Clay Stryker has loved, tragically lost and vowed that he'll never risk his heart again. After making his fortune, the youngest of the rugged Stryker brothers returns to Fool's Gold, California, to put down roots on a ranch of his own. But he's frustrated to discover that even in his hometown, people see him only for his world-famous...assets.
Firefighter Chantal (Charlie) Dixon grew up an ugly duckling beside her delicately beautiful mother, a feeling reinforced long ago by a man who left soul-deep scars. Now she has good friends, a solid job and the itch to start a family-yet she can't move toward the future while she's haunted by painful memories.
Clay finds an unexpected ally, and unexpected temptation, in tomboyish Charlie, the only person who sees beyond his dazzling good looks to the real man beneath. But when Charlie comes to him with an indecent proposal, will they be able to overcome their pasts and find a love that lasts beyond one incredible summer?
Locked in an unexpected land dispute, Rafe Stryker is trapped in the one place he vowed never to return to—the Castle Ranch in Fool's Gold, California. He made millions facing ruthless adversaries in the boardroom, but nothing could have prepared him to go head-to-head against stubborn, beautiful Heidi Simpson. No one is more surprised than Rafe to discover that he's finding Heidi and life as a cowboy—much more compelling than he wants to admit.
For Heidi, the Castle Ranch is the home she's always wanted. After a life on the road, the vivacious blonde has finally put down roots. She won't give that up without a fight, not even for a man whose late-night kisses make her yearn to be a little less…wholesome.
As the two turn from passionate adversaries to passionate, period, they'll discover that summer love can last a lifetime.
~~~~
Summer Nights-
Horse whisperer Shane Stryker is done with passion. This time around, he's determined to meet someone who will be content with the quiet life of a rancher's wife. And the fiery, pint-size redhead who dazzles him at the local bar definitely does not fit the bill.
Small-town librarian Annabelle Weiss has always seen herself as more of a sweetheart than a siren, so she can't understand why Shane keeps pushing her away. Shane has formed the totally wrong impression of her but only he can help her with a special event for the next Fool's Gold festival. And maybe while he's at it, she can convince him to teach her a few things about kissing on hot summer nights, too—some lessons, a girl shouldn't learn from reading a book!
~~~~
All Summer Long-
Former underwear model turned entrepreneur Clay Stryker has loved, tragically lost and vowed that he'll never risk his heart again. After making his fortune, the youngest of the rugged Stryker brothers returns to Fool's Gold, California, to put down roots on a ranch of his own. But he's frustrated to discover that even in his hometown, people see him only for his world-famous...assets.
Firefighter Chantal (Charlie) Dixon grew up an ugly duckling beside her delicately beautiful mother, a feeling reinforced long ago by a man who left soul-deep scars. Now she has good friends, a solid job and the itch to start a family-yet she can't move toward the future while she's haunted by painful memories.
Clay finds an unexpected ally, and unexpected temptation, in tomboyish Charlie, the only person who sees beyond his dazzling good looks to the real man beneath. But when Charlie comes to him with an indecent proposal, will they be able to overcome their pasts and find a love that lasts beyond one incredible summer?
Barefoot Season (A Blackberry Island Novel)
A brand new women’s fiction series!
Michelle Sanderson may appear to be a strong, independent woman, but on the inside, she's still the wounded girl who fled home years ago. A young army vet, Michelle returns to the quaint Blackberry Island Inn to claim her inheritance and recover from the perils of war. Instead, she finds the owner's suite occupied by the last person she wants to see.
Carly Williams and Michelle were once inseparable, until a shocking betrayal destroyed their friendship. And now Carly is implicated in the financial disaster lurking behind the inn's cheerful veneer.
Single mother Carly has weathered rumors, lies and secrets for a lifetime, and is finally starting to move forward with love and life. But if the Blackberry Island Inn goes under, Carly and her daughter will go with it.
To save their livelihoods, Carly and Michelle will undertake a turbulent truce. It'll take more than a successful season to move beyond their devastating past, but with a little luck and a beautiful summer, they may just rediscover the friendship of a lifetime.
Book descriptions from Amazon
Sea Change
by The New York Times Bestselling Author Karen White
“Fans of White will not be disappointed in her latest, which follows her other successful novels into print.”
--RT Book Reviews
The excerpt is from the website CLASS (Community Learning About Special Subjects) which is located in Pawleys Island , South Carolina. They host what they call The Moveable Feast Literary Luncheons on Fridays. They bring in authors to speak at some of the nicest restaurants in the area, followed by a book signing. Karen White will speak on Friday, June 22nd at 11:00
"After playing hooky one day in the seventh grade to read "Gone With the Wind," Karen White knew she wanted to be a writer—or become Scarlett O'Hara. In spite of these aspirations, Karen pursued a degree in business and graduated cum laude with a BS in Management from Tulane University. Ten years later, after leaving the business world, she fulfilled her dream of becoming a writer and wrote her first book. In the "Shadow of the Moon" was published in August, 2000. This book was nominated for the prestigious RITA award in 2001 in two separate categories. Her books have since been nominated for numerous national contests including another RITA, the Georgia Author of the Year Award and in 2008 won the National Readers' Choice Award for 'Learning to Breathe.'"
Click here for more information about The Moveable Feast.
Click Here to read a wonderful review and book description on The Romance Dish.
--RT Book Reviews
The excerpt is from the website CLASS (Community Learning About Special Subjects) which is located in Pawleys Island , South Carolina. They host what they call The Moveable Feast Literary Luncheons on Fridays. They bring in authors to speak at some of the nicest restaurants in the area, followed by a book signing. Karen White will speak on Friday, June 22nd at 11:00
"After playing hooky one day in the seventh grade to read "Gone With the Wind," Karen White knew she wanted to be a writer—or become Scarlett O'Hara. In spite of these aspirations, Karen pursued a degree in business and graduated cum laude with a BS in Management from Tulane University. Ten years later, after leaving the business world, she fulfilled her dream of becoming a writer and wrote her first book. In the "Shadow of the Moon" was published in August, 2000. This book was nominated for the prestigious RITA award in 2001 in two separate categories. Her books have since been nominated for numerous national contests including another RITA, the Georgia Author of the Year Award and in 2008 won the National Readers' Choice Award for 'Learning to Breathe.'"
Click here for more information about The Moveable Feast.
Click Here to read a wonderful review and book description on The Romance Dish.
Somebody to Love
by New York Times and USA Today bestselling author and two-time winner of the prestigious Romance Writers of America RITA award! Kristan Higgins
The next book I suggest as a great summer read is Somebody to Love. by the very talented Kristan Higgins who writes some of the best contemporary romances today. She'll make you laugh, cry and be totally thrilled you were along for the ride.
However, I won't be reading this book at the beach because I already read it within days of it coming out. I can certainly recommend it, though. If you have never read one of her books do yourself a favor and pick this one up...I'm betting you will love it and it won't be the last Kristan Higgins book you buy!
After her father loses the family fortune in an insider-trading scheme, single mom Parker Welles is faced with some hard decisions. First order of business: go to Gideon's Cove, Maine, to sell the only thing she now owns—a decrepit house in need of some serious flipping. When her father's wingman, James Cahill, asks to go with her, she's not thrilled…even if he is fairly gorgeous and knows his way around a toolbox.
Having to fend for herself financially for the first time in her life, Parker signs on as a florist's assistant and starts to find out who she really is. Maybe James isn't the glib lawyer she always thought he was. And maybe the house isn't the only thing that needs a little TLC….
Book description from Amazon
Barefoot in the Sand
by New York Times Bestselling Author
Roxanne St. Claire
When a hurricane roars through Lacey Armstrong's home on the coast of Barefoot Bay, she decides all that remains in the rubble is opportunity. A new hotel is just what Mimosa Key needs, and Lacey and her teenage daughter are due for a fresh start. And nothing, especially not a hot, younger architect, is going to distract Lacey from finally making her dreams a reality.
Love has already cost Clay Walker everything. And if he's going to have any chance of picking up the pieces of his life, he needs the job as Lacey Armstrong's architect. What's not in the plans is falling for the headstrong beauty. Her vision of the future is more appealing than anything he could have ever drafted for himself. Will Clay's designs on Lacey's heart be more than she can handle, or will she trust him to build something that will last forever?
Book description from Amazon
Love has already cost Clay Walker everything. And if he's going to have any chance of picking up the pieces of his life, he needs the job as Lacey Armstrong's architect. What's not in the plans is falling for the headstrong beauty. Her vision of the future is more appealing than anything he could have ever drafted for himself. Will Clay's designs on Lacey's heart be more than she can handle, or will she trust him to build something that will last forever?
Book description from Amazon
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