Darlings, this year has been a rollercoaster ride! Thank you for being so amazing and supportive. Having wonderful readers like you makes my journey so much more rewarding. I appreciate all your kind posts, touching reviews, and encouraging comments. 2023 was an emotionally charged year for us as a family. We dealt with grief and … Continue reading 2023: A Year in Review
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Teaser: The Huntsman’s Revenge
Merry Christmas, darlings! I hope you had a fantastic year and are gearing up to have a delightful holiday season. May the rest of your year be filled with love and happiness. If you're looking for a new book to help you recover after the busy holiday, I have just the thing. The Huntsman's Revenge … Continue reading Teaser: The Huntsman’s Revenge
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Read n’ Sip Recommendations: Part 4
Hello, again, darlings. Welcome back to Read n' Sip Recommendations with Kirsten. This week, I've returned with Part 4 of my Cocktail/Book Pairings. While I joke that these are Cocktails to enjoy with your Cock Tales, my books aren't as erotic as that implies. It was just too good of a pun to pass up. … Continue reading Read n’ Sip Recommendations: Part 4
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Teaser: Her Wicked Knight
Hello, darlings. I can't believe it's almost Thanksgiving, and Christmas is right around the corner. Oh my! Where has the time gone? I've been busy with my new job at Barnes and Noble while still writing in my free moments. This year was a whirlwind of change and adjustment for all of us. But I'm … Continue reading Teaser: Her Wicked Knight
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Inspiration: Logan Lucky and The Kindness of a One Armed Bartender
First of all, if you haven't had the pleasure of watching Logan Lucky, you're missing out. It's a fantastic heist movie set in West Virginia with the most unbelievable premise. Two brothers, hard up for money, decide to steal from the vault at Charlotte Motor Speedway. Of course, things go sideways...and you know there's gonna … Continue reading Inspiration: Logan Lucky and The Kindness of a One Armed Bartender
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Read n’ Sip Recommendations: Part 3
Hello, again, darlings. Welcome back to Read n' Sip Recommendations with Kirsten. This week, I'm back with Part 3 of my Cocktail/Book Pairings. The last few months at the Paramount Ballroom have given me a new appreciation for alcohol appreciation. I've recently been introduced to the Basil Lemon Drop Martini. *swoon* So refreshing! Our bartender, … Continue reading Read n’ Sip Recommendations: Part 3
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Inspiration: Bruce Willis, Serial Killers, and Flip Zimmerman
It should be a surprise to no one that I am absolutely feral for a sexy, gruff detective. I grew up watching par-boiled detectives in countless TV shows and noir-style films. There's something about that no-nonsense, jaded detective that called to me. Is it the one-liners? The rough and tumble look? That adorable little half-assed … Continue reading Inspiration: Bruce Willis, Serial Killers, and Flip Zimmerman
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Teaser: Just What I Needed
Hello, my darlings. September has arrived! Break out the pumpkin spice and frumpy sweaters. Fall is here and so is my newest release! If you're looking for a steamy little romp to warm you up, I've got a time travel romance that will keep you comfy and cozy. Here's a snippet from Book 5 in … Continue reading Teaser: Just What I Needed
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Inspiration: Kevin Costner and 80s Fashion
When I first came up with the idea for When I Found You, there was only Kate and Arthur. But as I wrote their story, I realized they needed friends and family to help flesh out their characters. This is how I ended up with Rob, Arthur's best friend, and Marcy, Arthur's younger sister. They … Continue reading Inspiration: Kevin Costner and 80s Fashion
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Inspiration: Back to the Future, a Writing Prompt, and 80s Rock
This book took me ten years to write. I don't mean that literally, but the initial idea simmered in the back of my mind for a long time before I actually sat down and wrote the book. Way back before my first novel was published in 2013, I wrote a thousand words on a writing … Continue reading Inspiration: Back to the Future, a Writing Prompt, and 80s Rock
Kirsten S. Blacketer 