Winner of Romantic Times Reviewer's Career Achievement "Series Storyteller of the Year" award in 2006, Debra Salonen's 26 titles for Harlequin Publishing sold more than 2.3 million copies, worldwide.
A six-time nominee for RT's Best Superromance of the Year award, Debra took home that honor in 2010.
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This holiday always feels bittersweet. It makes me miss my mom, Daisy, even more than usual. She was such a special human being. I don’t think I appreciated her enough in my youth, but I treasure my memories of her and her legacy that I see in my children every day.
I also miss my wonderful mother-in-law, Mae, one of the kindest people I’ve known, and my two sisters, Jan and Jeanne, who helped raise me. I also think of all those mothers who came before me and how challenging their lives must have been. I’m fortunate to come from “good stock.”
And, of course, I celebrate the mothers of my wonderful grandchildren, Kelly and Ruth.
However/whomever you celebrate, I wish a beautiful day!
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I have some great memories of St. Patrick’s Day celebrations in years past, but none very recent. So, I thought I’d share a snippet that takes place at next hero Sam O’Neal’s annual fundraiser at the Rocking M ranch. (This appears as an epilogue in HER COWBOY VALENTINE and will also serve as the prologue in HER TWINS’ REAL FATHER (to make it a true stand-alone book, as well as a continuity series.)
HER TWINS’ REAL FATHER
(coming early summer 2021)
St. Patrick’s Day
Rocking M Ranch
Whiskey Ridge, California
Sam O’Neal tapped the toe of his cowboy boot to
the beat of the Irish band Josh somehow procured at the last minute. Sam’s
regular D.J. wasn’t too happy to be sitting out this annual event, but by the
looks of the happy faces all around him, live music was the one thing that had
been missing from his St. Patrick’s Day barn dance.
“Great party,” someone shouted over the music.
Sam nodded his greeting to TJ Huey, who looked dapper in a crisply pressed
black shirt with a kelly-green western string tie.
Sam motioned for TJ and fiancé Paige Jackson to
follow as he stepped around one of the pyramids of hay bales that helped absorb
the sound and provided a place to sit when your feet got tired of dancing.
“Thanks. I don’t know where Josh found these
guys, but they’re really good.”
He shook TJ’s hand and smiled at the pretty
woman at his side. “Nice to see you again, Paige. Doc’s been singing your
praises. How are the wedding plans coming?”
The lovely blonde held up both thumbs. “We’re
all booked. It really helps having a local on the ground in Vegas.”
“Especially a local with a platinum credit
card,” TJ put in.
Paige’s laugh warmed Sam’s heart. He couldn’t
have been happier for his old friend, who’d been through lot of disappointments
and heartache over the years.
Haven’t we all?
Out of habit, Sam scanned the crowd for his
brother. Is he over-doing? Drinking too much? Alcohol was sugar, and
sugar fed cancer cells. Josh’s doctors may claim his last scan proved he was
cancer free, but Sam heard that before where his late stepdad was concerned.
His tension eased when he spotted Josh and
Jenny talking beside the smorgasbord of classic Irish dishes—or the
Americanized version of them. Jenny didn’t appear happy. No surprise. She and
Sam had one thing common–they both worried more about Josh’s health than Josh
did.
“So, have you two been dancing?”
Paige blushed. “I never really learned. Always
had my nose in a book, I guess. But the music makes me want to learn.”
Sam made an ushering motion toward the dance
floor. “Aw, just dance. Nobody will judge. I promise. We’re all just here to
have fun and let off a little steam after a long winter.”
TJ and Paige exchanged a look that said things
mere words couldn’t.
Envy—not something Sam often felt—pricked the
thick shield around his heart. Of course, it was hard not to be a bit wistful
around Josh and Jenny. Even though he couldn’t be happier that his brother
found his soul mate–Josh’s words, not Sam’s–Sam knew it unlikely that
he’d wind up with that kind of relationship.
He’d heard it said a person can’t miss what
he’s never known, but Sam didn’t think that was true.
He’d have given anything to share the kind of
love he knew existed between TJ and Paige and Josh and Jenny. But some things
just weren’t meant to be.
“I should play host and check on the food. You
guys have fun. I’ll see you in Vegas, if not before.”
He watched them melt into the crowd before
turning to thread his way through the revelers. The closer he got the to buffet
table the clearer it became the lovebirds were arguing about something.
“I’m gonna ask him.”
“Don’t you dare. We have still options.”
“This is the best one.”
“It’s not right.”
“But it’s not wrong, either.”
“Hey, you two, what’s up? Why aren’t you
dancing to the great band you found, little brother?”
Josh—the kid Sam always thought had the looks
of a movie star—dropped his chin and gave his wife a look that clearly warned
he was about to say something she wasn’t going to like. “Hello, Sam, we were
just arguing about you.”
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Cupid to the Rescue A Tail-Wagging Valentine’s Day Anthology
By eight of your favorite authors: Lisa Mondello, Kathryn Shay, Judith Arnold, Linda Barrett, M. L. Buchman, Kay Lyons, Barbara McMahon, & Debra Salonen.
Humans may think they have their acts together? So not! Sometimes they need to be rescued by big-hearted four-legged friends. Join eight modern masters of romance as they celebrate Valentine’s Day with brand-new tales of tail-wagging joy.
Chasing Cupid by Lisa Mondello, New York Times bestselling author
Montana (Tana) Reeves is about to lose her apartment because her ex-boyfriend left her with the rescue dog, Cupid, he’d used to sweet-talk her into their relationship. Losing her apartment over a dog is bad enough, but veterinarian Jett Billings’ gentle way and sexy smile melts her heart just as much as the Great Dane does, and Tana quickly realizes that as she was chasing Cupid, she fell in love with both of them.
Teacher’s Pet by Kathryn Shay, New York Times Bestselling Author
When Maggie Marino comes to work at Stepping Stones Special Needs School, Noah Carson has no idea she and her glossy-coated Golden Retriever, Rosie, will change his life. But will the emotional-support dog be enough to bring Noah and Maggie together again after the tragedies of their pasts collide?
Taking Care of Business by Judith Arnold, USA Today Bestselling Author
When Hank Patterson hires dog walker Abbie Harding to take care of his mother’s rambunctious mutt while his mother is out of town, he doesn’t expect romance to be a part of their arrangement. After all, Abbie loves dogs and Hank doesn’t–and as they soon learn, mixing business with pleasure can cause a whole lot of trouble.
Her Roadside Rescues by Linda Barrett, National Bestselling Author
On his way to Sea View House, Brandon Bigelow hadn’t counted on hitting a tree to avoid hitting a dog during a winter storm. He hadn’t counted on meeting a petite dynamo who insists he adopt the dog. Farewell to a peaceful life at the beach!
Heart of a Russian Bear Dog by M. L. Buchman, USA Today Bestselling Author
Attacked by Russia while on US soil, a lovely Ukrainian minister must turn to a US Secret Service dog team for protection. While the massive Russian Bear dog charms his way into her heart, trusting his handsome handler is not going to happen.
The Matchmaker’s Secret by Kay Lyons
Professional matchmaker Marsali Jones didn’t mean to share her secret crush on national television, especially when it’s her brother’s best friend and Hollywood A-lister Oliver Beck. But the damage is done and her career is on the line. Deny it and she loses all credibility, but to move forward means paying Oliver’s price….
Valentine’s Rescue by Barbara McMahon, USA Today Bestselling Author
Snowbound on Valentine’s Day. Two strangers. A twice-burned cowboy and a nurse with nightmares too horrific to share. A storm brought them together, but a fearless dog seems intent on teaching them that sometimes friendship can evolve into love.
Her Cowboy Valentine by Debra Salonen, National Bestselling Author
Paige Jackson’s volunteer sabbatical in Prospect Creek goes from bad to redonkulous when retired bull rider TJ Huey delivers a pregnant and abused donkey to Paige’s care. But neither cowboy nor city gal is immune to the matchmaking skills of a rescue donkey named Miss Valentine.
Cupid to the Rescue