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Growing up a devoted reader, Laurie Ryan immersed herself in the diverse works of authors like Tolkien and Woodiwiss. She is passionate about every aspect of a book: beginning, middle, and end. She can’t arrive to a movie five minutes late, has never been able to read the end of a book before the beginning, and is a strong believer in reading the book before seeing the movie.

Always a fan of happily-ever-after endings, romance was a natural genre for Laurie to gravitate to. She loves writing stories of stubborn, single-minded heroines who have to learn that everything is better when you’re not alone.

Imaginary worlds were a fact in Laurie Ryan’s childhood. Not that she didn’t have awesome family, even if she does have middle child syndrome. W
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Looking Ahead in 2024

Conceptional chalk drawing – SMART Goals

It’s that time of year. We’re winding down 2023 as we gear up for 2024. Time for reflection on how the past year went and what we accomplished.

There are a couple terms used in the writing world that are synonymous with goal-setting (or not.) Are you a plotter or a pantser? Will you outline your year and what you want to accomplish or throw blank pages in

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Published on January 02, 2024 01:01
Average rating: 3.89 · 250 ratings · 65 reviews · 29 distinct worksSimilar authors
Last Resort (Willow Bay #1)

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Tender Tide

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Rudy's Heart

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Northern Lights

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Stolen Treasures (Tropical ...

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Pirate's Promise

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Finding Home: A small town,...

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Survival (Earth Legacy #1)

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Love, Legacy, and Little Green Aliens by Sadira Stone
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OMG. So far, this is my favorite Trappers Cove story. Xander and Hannah are perfect together, even if they can’t get past their own hang ups to see it. And the little green aliens? What a hoot! A perfect, emotional, fun story.
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Love for Beginners by Jill Shalvis
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I loved this story. The depth of realism in Emma’s injuries and what she had to overcome, both physically and mentally, was excellent. The tension between Emma and Simon is well done and held me rapt. Honestly, I loved everything about Love for Begin ...more
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Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros
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This story is Divergent and Dragonriders of Pern all rolled up into one tension-filled, angst-filled, fear-filled ball. Wow. Everything is great. Characterization, tension, world-building, tension, the dragons, and did I mention tension? I was on the ...more
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Dreidel Date by Eliana West
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This story made me smile all the way through. Poignant, packed with emotion, and deeply embedded in the traditions of Hanukkah. Oh, and sexy. It’s an all around winner for me.
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Uglier by Kelly Vincent
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I found myself deeply embedded in the lives of these characters. Such a well-written and angsty story about what it means to become one's true beautiful self. I loved this story. ...more
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