Currently working on...

1. Doing the final edits on SEA SIREN, which *may* be getting released in June versus July, but only if it's edited & polished by then, and

2. Working on the first of a 4-book Christian romance series set in the 1940s.

Also in the meantime, my first Christian inspirational romance, GLIMMERS OF HEAVEN, has held steady on THREE Amazon bestseller lists! I am both pleasantly surprised and honored, especially considering the book was my first indie title, published in October of 2011. Hope it blesses and brings pleasure to its readers, and I'm looking forward to bringing out the series, which is tentatively titled THE SONGBIRDS SERIES.

Not to be a tease, but more info to follow!

More about SEA SIREN

I thought it would be cool to show you what the cover of SEA SIREN looked like when it was originally published (by Kensington) in 2000, so here is the cover of the paperback version! Now that the rights have reverted to me and I'll be publishing it--possibly sooner than July--as an ebook, I've designed a new cover for it, but this is what it looked like when it was one of the Encanto line's first titles.

What did reviewers have to say about the book? Well, Affaire de Coeur said: "What a delicious treat this 4 1/2 star story is! The characters, even incidental ones, are exquisitely drawn, making this a marvelous night's read."

Four stars also from The Romance Reader, which said: "SEA SIREN is a different sort of contemporary romance, one whose lure is nearly as irresistible as the mermaid in its title. This one is definitely worth a read."

Twelve years have passed since this book was first released. Many other books have come after it, but I'm pleased and excited to share it anew with readers, so it can find a home on many an ereader device!

COMING IN SUMMER 2012

Never say never! :D

Recently I told an old friend and fellow author that I didn't know if I would ever really revive my old pen name of Consuelo Vazquez. That's all changed, because of course, you should never say never.

I'm happy to report that SEA SIREN, originally published twelve years ago in 2000 under the Encanto imprint, will be released for the very first time in ebook form. Tentatively scheduled for a July 2012 release, SEA SIREN is a sensuous romance with a hero who hails from Spain and a Puerto Rican heroine. In the coming weeks, be sure to drop by for more news, plus an enticing excerpt, of a haunting story that is sure to heat up your ereader!

Spring Release!

Available now--and ahead of schedule--CHAMPAGNE TASTE!

You can find it for your Kindle on Amazon or get on Smashwords. This chick lit/contemporary romantic comedy fusion, set in Greenville, South Carolina is my latest indie title. So get 'em while they're hot!

A Heartbeat Away

First, Happy St. Patrick's Day to everybody! Here in North Carolina, it's an absolutely stunning day, the picture of spring.

Secondly, I'm about a heartbeat away from finishing the first draft of CHAMPAGNE TASTE. Right now, the tentative date for my new book's release will be April 7. It will be available on Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and Smashwords. CHAMPAGNE TASTE, which began its life as a chick lit, is more of a chick lit-slash-contemporary-romance fusion. Whatever that is. You'll have to wait till April 7 to find out. LOL!

In the meantime, enjoy this beautiful time when the earth becomes young again!

Goodbye to Davy Jones

Yesterday, my best friend texted me with this heartbreaking message: My daydream believer will be singing in heaven now. Poor Davy Jones. I was doing fine until I was turning my car into home and I heard beloved radio DJ Cousin Brucie, who'd been talking to Davy's fans on Sirius, play "It's Nice To Be With You." That was when I broke down and cried.

They just don't make boy bands like they used to anymore. And they don't make teen idols like they used to, either. Someone on Cousin Brucie's show described Davy Jones as having that "boy-next-door" quality--and she's absolutely right. Even though my favorite Monkee was Mike Nesmith (the tall Texan with the wool hat), you had to love the funny, talented young guy with the impossibly gorgeous brown eyes and the English accent, who proved that good things really DID come in small packages. If you're too young to remember the Monkees, then make sure to catch them on YouTube or whenever the reruns of their show is on again.

My heart goes out to the family, friends and fans of this beautiful British gentleman who was to me, like to a lot of little girls in the 1960s, a sweet and gentle part of that era and my childhood. Thank you for memories, Davy!

Pleasure for under $3

Here is my Friday Night Guilty Pleasure. After a whole week of working at my day job, I head over to the closest McDonald's for this heavenly treat. I'm sure it's got its calories and fat, but why else would it earn the title of "Guilty Pleasure?" If you've never had one, a small will cost you less than $3, and even people who don't like coffee have reported falling under its frosty, oooh-la-la! spell. Mocha or caramel, and my fave is the caramel. I've found it makes Fridays just a bit more delicious than they already are.

Enjoy!