As I wrote my earlier romantic suspense novels, from Deceived through Concierge, and now, while working on Imagine and Insertion, my two papillons have been my constant companions. They’re usually lounging on the couch in my study, or right behind my chair. This is how they look when they’re watching me write: Excited, right? When… READ MORE
I’m a longtime fan of the WWL Eyewitness Morning News with Eric Paulsen and Sally Ann Roberts. I was super excited to appear on the November 30th show to discuss Concierge, A Black Raven Novel, with Eric Paulsen. Despite my nerves over appearing on live television, I managed to get these behind the scenes photos… READ MORE
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who helped me celebrate the release of my new romantic suspense novel, Concierge: A Black Raven Novel, at the Book Signing and Q&A Session at Garden District Book Shop on November 30th. I loved having a chance to share the personal story that led to the inspiration for Concierge and how… READ MORE
To celebrate the release of Concierge, I’m hosting a giveaway that runs from now until October 11, 2017. You might have noticed that the cover of Concierge features a fleur de lis, a universal symbol of New Orleans, Louisiana. The action in Concierge takes place in the French Quarter and surrounding neighborhoods during a Mardi… READ MORE
I believe that everyone has a story to tell, and I recently had the pleasure of talking with news personality Mike Hoss of Hoss Communications, who seems to believe the same thing. Mike was interested in what inspires me to write my romantic suspense books and the inspiration behind my novels. He also was interested in… READ MORE
Approximately eighteen years ago, I was walking in the French Quarter of New Orleans and roamed into the Royal Street gallery of Fredrick Guess. Once inside, I fell in love with this painting. It features an unusual view of the St. Louis Cathedral, one of the oldest cathedrals in the United States and a widely recognized… READ MORE
I’m thrilled to reveal the cover of Concierge, which will be available for eBook preorder on August 15, 2017, and released in paper + ebook on September 27, 2017. In Concierge, Black Raven returns to my home city of New Orleans, and the cover is an artistic representation of the setting. To celebrate the cover reveal and the quickly approaching release date of Concierge, I’ve put together a New Orleans themed-giveaway.
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I absolutely love your books…..I noticed that you are a lawyer. How do you find the time with such a demanding career as a lawyer to write such incredible stories? I just love your characters. Dear Dana, Thank you, so much, for the compliment. Seeing that kind of praise helps me stay motivated! And, thank… READ MORE
Join me at the New Orleans Garden District Bookshop on Thursday, November 30, 2017, to celebrate the release of Concierge, A Black Raven Novel. I’ll be signing Concierge and my other novels at the event. Plus, I’ll talk a tiny bit about my New Orleans inspiration for Concierge. Here’s a sneak peek at that inspiration, which… READ MORE
The RT Booklovers Convention went by quickly, leaving a blur of memories. I met and talked with so many nice readers. The RT staff and volunteers, as usual, were awesome. There were plenty of opportunities to talk with and learn from other authors. I even went fan-girlish on a few authors, as you can see… READ MORE