Release Blast & Review for Mine This Time by J.H. Croix

MINE THIS TIME

J.H Croix

Release Date: September 15

Nash Reynolds is every woman’s dream. Just not mine.

We’re talking tall, devastatingly hot, richer than sin, with a brain that could rule the world—and that Southern drawl? It could melt steel.

But I’m not every woman, and those aren’t my toes curling. Nope. Definitely not.

I don’t do charming. I don’t do complicated. And I definitely don’t do men like Nash—men who come sweeping in just when I’m trying to piece my life back together.

My ex taught me well: love makes you stupid, and depending on a man only ends in disaster. So why does Nash keep showing up when I need him most?

Why does his smile make me forget how to breathe? Why do I catch myself wondering… what if?

He’s tempting, maddening, and just maybe, worth the risk.

Because sometimes love isn’t a trap. Sometimes it’s the easiest thing in the world.

For readers who love:

💘 Sassy meets protective

🔥 Southern charmer with a sinful smirk

⛔ Love after betrayal

🧯 Off-limits (but oh-so-tempting)

🛠️ He shows up when she needs him most

*A full-length, standalone romance.

An earlier version of Mine This Time was previously published as Easy This Time as part of the Boudreaux Universe. It has been out of publication since Dec 2021.

We thoroughly enjoyed the story featuring Mari and Nash, which had a sweet meet-cute vibe. The focus on their developing romance, fueled by explosive chemistry, was engaging. Despite facing heartbreak, Mari's character remained strong and focused on seeking answers and ensuring her safety.

Mari's character was portrayed as sweet, genuine, kind, loving, and fiercely independent, with sparks of fire in her personality.

Nash shared similar qualities, and their connection was intense and passionate. Nash's respectful and knight -in-shining -armor demeanor added to his swoon-worthy character. The involvement of Max and Harlow, with Harlow's humor, added depth to the story. Hannah's sweet nature was also a highlight.

 

The story beautifully portrayed the idea that something beautiful can emerge from tragedy. Mari's resilience and determination not to let her past define her were inspiring. Overall, the story was a heartwarming tale of love and strength.

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Meet J.H. Croix:

USA Today Bestselling Author J. H. Croix lives in a small town in Maine with her husband and two spoiled dogs. She writes swoony contemporary romance with sassy women and alpha men who aren't afraid to show some emotion. Her love for quirky small-towns and the characters that inhabit them shines through in her writing. When she’s not writing, you can find her cooking, counting the turtles in her backyard pond, and running with her dogs, which is when her best plotting happens.

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Release Tour for Rock Out Together Anthology

Title: Rock Out Together Anthology

Authors: Anna Edwards; Chris Reilly; Heather E. Andrews; Jade C. Jamison; Jenna Galicki; Julie Thorpe; K.L. Shandwick; Regina Frame

Genre: Rock Star Romance

Release Date: September 15, 2025

🎤 Rock Out Together is your all-access pass to rockstar romances' passion and backstage heat.

This anthology from top romance authors stage dives into the pulsating world behind the spotlights—where desire rocks hotter than stage lights.

From moody lead singers to sexy managers, every love story will hit all the right notes.

Whether it’s a hidden heartache or an unexpected duet, these tales will leave you begging for an encore.

Featuring stories by

Anna Edwards

Chris Reilly

Heather E. Andrews

Jade C. Jamison

Jenna Galicki

Julie Thorpe

K.L. Shandwick

Regina Frame

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Book Blitz & Giveaway for The Magic of Painted Creek by Robyn Kilgore

The Magic of Painted Creek

Robyn Kilgore

Publication date: June 24th, 2025

Genres: Adult, Magical Realism

She only came back to settle a will, but her roots ran deeper than she bargained for…

Mabel Morrison considers herself fortunate to have a thriving art business at only twenty-five years old. After the sudden passing of her grandmother, Mabel leaves her mother, her only living relative, in Columbus, Ohio and finds herself back in Painted Creek, North Carolina to settle her grandmother’s affairs.

The longer she is stuck in town, the more she learns about her grandmother’s legacy and the family that came before her. As she starts to piece together a found family of her own, Mabel begins to embrace her other natural gifts within her paintings that she’s been denying for years. Suddenly, she imagines what life could be like in Painted Creek surrounded by friends, magic, and love. The future seems brighter than ever as she slowly begins to stray further from the path that was laid out for her when she was young.

But her newfound confidence is shaken when her new friendships are tested, setting off a chain of events that could change the course of Mabel’s life forever. Has Mabel inherited more than she bargained for? Or will she find the inner strength to embrace all of her gifts and hold on to everything she has never let herself want?

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EXCERPT:

The alarm clock crashed to the floor as I smacked at it for the last time. “I’m leaving that damn thing here,” I grumbled to myself. I felt crazy for having such strong feelings about an inanimate object, but I hated that alarm clock. Sitting upright and running my hands down my face, I felt more like a zombie than a human girl. Woman.

Whatever.

Unfortunately, I’d missed the off button for the alarm and the clock’s fall from the table hadn’t broken it or ripped the plug from the wall, so it was still happily wailing away from under the bed. And it didn’t sound muted. Oh no, now it somehow seemed to reverberate through the entire room as if the under bed acoustics were the perfect amplifier for my morning agony. Flipping myself over the edge of the bed and hanging upside down, I yanked the cord from the wall and huffed in relief at the sudden silence. Calling on core strength I absolutely did not have, I wriggled upright and collapsed back into the pillows.

In the sudden stillness, I took a moment to really look around my bedroom in the apartment I’d had for the last five years, the first place I could call my own when I moved out of my mother’s house. Looking at it now though, I wondered if I really could call it mine. I paid the rent and other bills, sure, and maintained my responsibilities, and theoretically made all the decisions. But I felt no sense of “me” in this space. The walls were a dull builder grade beige, as was the carpet. Hell, even my comforter was a slightly darker shade of beige. The only pop of personality in the room was my dark purple sheets, and even they were hidden away when the bed was made.

My mother had helped me choose the apartment, and all the things in it, when she finally conceded to my desire to move out at twenty years old. I had been financially self sufficient for a couple years, I was lucky in that way. My painting business had really taken off right after high school, and in a mere year I had acquired a nice little nest egg that continued to grow while I still lived at home.

I shook my head, not wanting to mentally relive the fights we’d had when I told her I wanted a place of my own. But I couldn’t help but wonder as I looked around my bedroom if this is what I would have chosen for myself. Even the artwork, now carefully wrapped up and ready to move, was bland and muted in color. Neutral. Safe.

I glanced back over at the offending alarm clock. My mother had even gifted me that alarm clock, saying that productive people got their day started early. “You started this.” I narrowed my eyes, pointed at it, and huffed. I realized the clock probably sounded louder because the room was now almost completely empty, and therefore echoey, not because the electronic device was actually yelling at me.

After one more second of reflection, and one more glare at the clock, I squared my shoulders and got out of bed. “No time like a new beginning to change your interior design choices. And I’m more productive at night anyway.” With that, I headed to the shower, vowing to leave the alarm clock and all things beige behind in the move.

Author Bio:

Robyn Kilgore lives in Tennessee with her husband, kids, dog and business manager (the cat). When she’s not working on a writing project or reading, you can find her chauffeuring her kids to activities… usually by way of a coffee shop drive through. Her love of vintage treasures, whimsical findings, and seeking magic in every day life led her easily to write magical realism novels. Robyn also has a small handmade jewelry and craft business, her first (and forever) passion turned business venture. She gives a nod to the experience of making jewelry in her first novel, The Magic of Painted Creek.

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Cover Reveal for Open to Death by Sophie Mattis

Open to Death

Sophie Mattis

(A DI Rena Hunt Mystery, #1)

Publication date: September 16th, 2025

Genres: Adult, Mystery, Romance

In the picturesque town of Rucklesby, peace is shattered when a young woman is found brutally murdered in her home. Detective Inspector Serena “Rena” Hunt is called to the scene, still haunted by her last case and questioning her instincts.

The victim, Sicily Avery—a wife and mother—has been stabbed through the heart with chilling precision. When another woman is killed in the same way, Rena realises a calculated murderer is on the loose, leaving cryptic notes on the victims as part of a twisted agenda.

With the body count rising, Rena and her team race to stop the killer before they strike again. Tensions mount with the arrival of new forensic pathologist Dr. Lucas Mann—bringing both friction and unexpected chemistry—as they work together to outwit a murderer who always seems one step ahead.

Open to Death intricately combines themes of murder, betrayal, and the unyielding quest for justice, all while subtly developing a slow-burn romance.

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Author Bio:

Sophie Mattis is a British mystery author known for her suspenseful, character-driven stories that keep readers turning pages. Born and raised in the UK, she writes contemporary mysteries featuring complex investigators, layered intrigue, touches of romance, and flashes of humour. When she’s not plotting her next twist, Sophie enjoys travelling, cycling, and curling up with a good crime drama.

Follow her on her socials at: @sophiemattisbooks

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