http://www.tararandel.com/blog/rss/feedsMon, 27 Apr 2026 21:20:32 -0700http://www.tararandel.com/blog/post/2019-national-excellence-in-romance-fiction-finalisthttp://www.tararandel.com/blog/post/2019-national-excellence-in-romance-fiction-finalistSo excited to announce that my Harlequin Heartwarming book, His One and Only Bride, is a finalist in the National Excellence in Romance Fiction Awards. Thanks to the First Coast Romance Writers RWA chapter!I'll let you know when the winners are announced. Mon, 03 Jun 2019 07:30:00 -0700http://www.tararandel.com/blog/post/august-2018-releasehttp://www.tararandel.com/blog/post/august-2018-releaseHello everyone!I'm so excited about the release of The Lawman's Secret Vow, the first book in the new Meet Me At the Altar series. It is available August 1, 2018.I had so much fun writing about the Matthews brothers in The Bridal Bouquet, that I had to find a way to give each one their own story. Each is a member of law enforcement and each is very single. But all that is about to change.When their widowed mother decides she is ready to start dating again, the brothers aren't thrilled. But when they can't find any background information on the man in question, their trouble antennas go haywire. Who is this man? And why is their mother being so secretive about him?In the first book of the series, Dante Matthews and Eloise Archer, both police detectives, are paired up, pretending to be a newly married couple while they infiltrate a car theft ring. Problem is, they discover feelings for each other while undercover. Can they work together and keep their emotions in check? Or are they in danger of falling in love?They also find information that leads to a new direction concerning their mother's boyfriend, a direction they never saw coming. Book two in the series, His Honor, Her Family, continues the brothers quest to find out more about the man their mother has fallen for.I have always been a big fan of anything law enforcement, from books, television series and moves. It was such a thrill and honor to write about the men and woman who serve and protect us. Plus, I got to work with some of my law enforcement friends, which is always a treat.I hope you enjoy The Lawman's Secret Vow as much as I enjoyed writing the story.To have and to hold—until the case is solved?When an undercover assignment pairs laid-back Florida detective Dante Matthews with by-the-book cop Eloise Archer, he knows it won’t be easy. And not just because they’re competing for the same promotion. Now they’re living together under the same roof, and it’s getting harder to ignore his deepening feelings for “his wife.” Can he convince Eloise to partner up—for life? AmazonB&NHarlequiniTunesKobo Mon, 23 Jul 2018 11:40:00 -0700http://www.tararandel.com/blog/post/january-releasehttp://www.tararandel.com/blog/post/january-releaseHello everyone. So thrilled to announce my next Harlequin Heartwarming release, His One and Only Bride. Here's a sneak peek. He never thought he’d see her again.After being reported missing, and presumed dead, globe-hopping photojournalist Mitch Simmons never thought he’d see his estranged wife Zoe again. Yet here he is, back in their coastal Florida town where Zoe is mayor. Turns out she isn’t the only one he left behind.Discovering he has a baby son awakens thrilling new emotions in Mitch. And there are his still-powerful feelings for the high school sweetheart he vowed to love and honor forever. Thankfully, they’ll have the chance to find the love that was always there...Happy Reading!Wed, 06 Dec 2017 08:50:00 -0700http://www.tararandel.com/blog/post/christmas-is-almost-herehttp://www.tararandel.com/blog/post/christmas-is-almost-hereYes, you read that right. Christmas is almost here. Stories from Christmas Town, Maine, that is.On October 10, 2017 Heartwarming Holiday Wishes will be released. 10 stories, connected by magical stockings and romance, all for 99 cents. What an awesome treat!Doesn’t everyone love surprises for Christmas? Especially if it comes inside a stocking hanging from the mantel on Christmas morning? What about a stocking that contains puzzle pieces sure to touch the heart? If you’re a romantic, this is the perfect holiday gift for you! Find out more in The Christmas Window, one of the novellas in the collection. Widow CeCe Walker has her hands full taking care of her nephew and staging the holiday window decorations at Dockery’s Department store. The last thing she’s looking for is romance. Jace Keller is in Christmas Town to check out the window featuring his new sportswear line. Sparks fly when the two are at odds over his display, but with a little holiday magic, can this couple find love for Christmas? Enjoy the holiday magic! AmazoniTunesBarnes & NobleKobo Tue, 19 Sep 2017 11:22:00 -0700http://www.tararandel.com/blog/post/the-wedding-march-book-tourhttp://www.tararandel.com/blog/post/the-wedding-march-book-tourI'm pleased to announce the Prism Book Tour for The Wedding March. You can see the dates here. Prism Book Tours The tour is a mix of reviews and excerpts from the book featured on difference blogs every day. Tour Schedule March 13th: Falling LeavesMarch 14th: Reading Is My SuperPower & Book Lover in FloridaMarch 15th: Hearts & ScribblesMarch 16th: Christy's Cozy CornersMarch 17th: The Silver Dagger Scriptorium & Bookworm LisaMarch 18th: Rainy Day ReviewsMarch 19th: Heidi Reads...March 20th: Katie's Clean Book Collection, Mel's Shelves & Rockin' Book ReviewsMarch 21st: Wishful Endings & Getting Your Read OnMarch 22nd: underneath the covers & Hardcover FeedbackMarch 23rd: Harlie's Books & Becky on BooksMarch 24th: Grand Finale Stop by and visit these wonderful blog sites! Thanks to Prism Book Tours!Tue, 21 Mar 2017 11:19:00 -0700http://www.tararandel.com/blog/post/release-dayhttp://www.tararandel.com/blog/post/release-dayThe Wedding March is now available! I had such a wonderful time writing this book. The characters were so much fun to create and the story took off as I sat at the computer each day. I hope you enjoy Cassie and Luke's story. Welcome back to Cypress Pointe! The help only he can offer… Cypress Pointe, Florida, is a long way from LA, where pop singer Cassie Branford needs a hit to prove she's not a two-album wonder. But her case of writer's block could be over when the struggling songwriter meets Luke Hastings at a family wedding. The legendary musician walked away from success at the height of his career. Yet Luke is already inspiring Cassie with his dedication to building a permanent community outreach center for troubled teens. Volunteering to help bring music into these kids' lives is also bringing her and Luke closer. Maybe they're not as different as he thinks… AmazonB & N HarlequiniTunes: http://apple.co/2igm8mN Wed, 01 Mar 2017 06:52:00 -0700http://www.tararandel.com/blog/post/love-is-blooming-giveawayhttp://www.tararandel.com/blog/post/love-is-blooming-giveaway I'm pleased to announce that the March Harlequin Heartwarming authors are offering a giveaway to celebrate the releases of our new books. http://heartwarmingauthors.blogspot.com/2017/02/love-is-blooming.html First up, we have our preorder/purchase sweepstakes as a way to say thank you to our readers. One lucky person will receive a spectacular Love is Blooming Potter's Passion Prize Pack consisting of a solid-wood, hand-made planter box, brimming with treats for gardening enthusiasts, a garden tool set, tote and folding seat, thirteen “ever-blooming” blacked-eyed Susan garden stakes, three pairs of garden gloves, 25,000 Harlequin My Rewards points, and three previously-released, signed Heartwarming books! The second giveaway, Love is Blooming Gardener’s Dream Prize Pack is a gardener’s dream come true and arrives in a pretty planter. We’ve included three previously-released, signed Heartwarming books to read while you soak your cares away with the bath salts included in the prize pack after a hard day’s work. The contest is open until March 30. Click on the link above and enter!Thu, 23 Feb 2017 07:16:00 -0700http://www.tararandel.com/blog/post/enter-my-goodreads-giveawayhttp://www.tararandel.com/blog/post/enter-my-goodreads-giveawayI'm pleased to announce that I have four copies of THE WEDDING MARCH available in a Goodreads Giveaway. Click here to enter: https://www.goodreads.com/giveaway/enter_choose_address/222315-the-wedding-march The help only he can offer… Cypress Pointe, Florida, is a long way from LA, where pop singer Cassie Branford needs a hit to prove she's not a two-album wonder. But her case of writer's block could be over when the struggling songwriter meets Luke Hastings at a family wedding. The legendary musician walked away from success at the height of his career. Yet Luke is already inspiring Cassie with his dedication to building a permanent community outreach center for troubled teens. Volunteering to help bring music into these kids' lives is also bringing her and Luke closer. Maybe they're not as different as he thinks…Tue, 14 Feb 2017 12:01:00 -0700http://www.tararandel.com/blog/post/the-new-books-have-arrivedhttp://www.tararandel.com/blog/post/the-new-books-have-arrivedNo matter how many times I get a book of my newest release books, I get a thrill. Today my March copies were delivered. After months of working on a book, them months of production time before I get my hands on the finished product, it feel s like forever. Until I open the book, see the beautiful cover and breathe in the scent of my print book. It's awesome and humbling at the same time. I'm excited to share with you today and will be even more excited when the book comes out on March 1. Until then... Mon, 16 Jan 2017 13:46:00 -0700http://www.tararandel.com/blog/post/a-heartwarming-holiday-is-herehttp://www.tararandel.com/blog/post/a-heartwarming-holiday-is-hereI'm so excited to celebrate the release of A Heartwarming Holiday on October 11, 2016.Look for fifteen new stories set in Christmas Town Maine. My story, Cooking Up Christmas,, is in Book 2.Here's an excerpt.Gabi navigated through town as she headed back to the resort grounds.“I like it here,” Simon said, looking out the window as they cruised down Main Street. The city workers were attaching light-up star decorations to the lampposts. Holly had already been hung on the white-picket fences surrounding the town square. “Even if everything revolves around Christmas.”“What? You don’t like the holidays?”He shrugged. “As much as anyone, I suppose.”“Well, I love Christmas. Trust me, when the lodge opens, it’s going to be Christmas Central.”As she motored past the square her heart soared. A tall evergreen stood in the center. Soon it would be time for the lighting celebration, one of Gabi’s favorite nights of the year. She loved the look of wonder on the children’s faces when the bright lights illuminated the night sky. Loved the spirit of hope permeating the entire town. Christmas was the one time of year she let her hair down, so to speak. She loved tree trimming, baking cookies and shopping for gifts. Most of all, she loved the true giving spirit of the season.“Do me a favor,” came Simon’s deep voice. “Keep the dining room clear of decorations.”No Christmas decor? The comment startled her. “Not possible. This is the first Christmas under new management. We’re going to do it big.” Gabi frowned. “Wait. Why keep the dining room clear of Christmas cheer?”“Don’t want all the fuss to take away from the food.”“I doubt that will happen.”“How do you know? You haven’t tasted my food yet.”“You haven’t offered,” Gabi volleyed back.“True.” Simon grinned. “Let me tell you a little secret. I’m picky about my recipes.”“So that means no sneak previews?”“Maybe a few before the soft opening.”“But in the meantime, let’s concentrate on getting the dining room finished.” Gabi turned off Main and drove down Yuletide Way in the direction of the mountain. “With my paint color choice.”"Right. Never gonna happen.”“I am the boss, you know.”Simon shot her an amused glance. “In your dreams, sweetheart.” Why not enjoy the holiday early this year?Click to order:Amazon: http://amzn.to/29UzXDeGoogle: http://ow.ly/Ki7b302pwJHiTunes: http://apple.co/2a8OZtyKobo: http://bit.ly/2a0kZ2wB & N: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/a-heartwarming-holiday-anna-adams/1124724125?ean=2940156840649 Mon, 10 Oct 2016 12:32:00 -0700