Hello there – My short and simple holiday wish is that this holiday season finds you and your loved ones in great health. I also hope that you have opportunities for indulging in your favorite holiday traditions, no matter what they might be. Since acquiring my first papillon twelve years ago, I’ve enjoyed taking fun,… READ MORE
In my family, chicken and sausage gumbo is often served as soon as the weather turns chilly (typically around Thanksgiving) and it is always served on Christmas Eve. We eat it over steaming hot rice, with a dollop of Grandma’s potato salad on the side. Since sharing recipes is the next best thing to fixing… READ MORE
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
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
Are you a pop music fan? I love it, and listen to it as I write. I slip into my writing chair, put on my earphones, and crank up the volume—the louder the better. I’m not a music critic. To be honest, there’s a strong likelihood I’m tone deaf. It’s difficult to explain why music… READ MORE
Deceived is set in New Orleans; Jigsaw takes place in Paris, and elsewhere. To celebrate Jigsaw’s June 30th release day, I’ve put together a book lovers gift box with reflections of both cities. Enter from Wednesday, June 29 (6 p.m. CST) to Tuesday, July 5 (8 p.m. CST) Giveaway includes: a Kindle Paperwhite + $25… READ MORE
Deceived is set in New Orleans; Jigsaw opens in Paris. To announce Jigsaw’s eBook preorder availability on Amazon beginning May 16, I put together a fantastic gift box that celebrates both cities! The contest will run from 6pm CST on Monday, May 16th through 8pm CST on Wednesday, May 18th. Enter now to win: Mignon Faget Sterling Silver Fleur-de-… READ MORE
Giveaway Runs From Saturday, April 30, 2016, 7 p.m. Central Time through Monday, May 2, 2016, at 8 p.m. Central Time
In anticipation of the June release of Jigsaw, I’ve put together a gift box you won’t want to miss!
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Giveaway Runs From 7 p.m. central time, Feb. 11, 2016, through 7 p.m. central time, Feb. 14, 2016 Enter to win signed copies of Deceived and Shadows, romantic thrillers by Stella Barcelona, and a Secret Heart pin/pendant, made of hand-blown glass and sterling silver, from the Whimsies collection of New Orleans jewelry designer Mignon Faget.… READ MORE