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4^th Feb – Anna is interviewing romance-writing legend Laura Kinsale on the Romance Dish, and there are giveaways.

Anne Gracie ~

Anne has yet another interesting post on Word Wenches, Inscriptions – an extra story…

Denise Rossetti ~

1^st Feb – (late 31^st Jan Oz time) Denise along with her three co-author Jaci Burton, Jasmine Haynes and Joey W. Hill, of their latest anthology ‘Laced with Desire’ are running a cross-post tour. Here’s the information Denise provided:

Since the stories in the anthology are once again connected by a corset theme, we decided to answer four “clothing related” questions. We’ll let you know what’s

1) Our most sexy/naughty feeling outfit,

2) Our most comfortable outfit,

3) Our most appalling shopping weakness and

4) The outfit that gives us the most confidence.

We’ll each take a question and post the four answers to it on each of our blogs. If you visit our blogs and answer the question as well, or leave a comment, you’ll be eligible for the giveaway on the blog – and yes, we’ll each be having a giveaway, so comment at each one and you’ll have four chances to win!

Okay now this is one you can’t miss, visit Denise’s blog first and you’ll find links to the other author’s blogs.

5^th Feb (US time) – Denise, Jaci, Jasmine and Joey are being interview at ‘I Do Not Want to Wait, I Want the Book Now’ drop by to be in the draw for a giveaway to one lucky commenter.

Heather Brown ~

In Heather’s Hot Seat this weekend, author Megan Hussey of Midnight Showcase Publishing.

Kylie Griffin ~

2^nd Feb – Debut Aussie author, Helene Young, is dropping by Kylie’s blog to chat about her exciting career as the captain of a Dash-8 for Qantaslink and her first release BORDER WATCH, which is due for release, in March 2010 and published by Hachette Australia.

Helene’s giving away a copy of her debut book. So, in the interest of broadening Helene’s horizons tell us about your favourite place in Australia and why she should visit it!

Comments close 3pm, Sunday 7th Feb. The lucky person will be announced on my blog by Tuesday, 9th Feb.

Paula Roe ~

Paula is doing weekly posts over the next few months titled: ’A Novel in 3 Months‘, this is a great chance to get some help from one of our popular HM&B authors. Come and join Paula, nut out those tough bits in your wip and keep motivated and encouraged. You could also win a few prizes as we all write our books This one is going on my must to list.

Suzi Love ~

Suzi has a series of blog posts with photos on Chinese settlements and dispensaries in early Victorian times on the gold fields and the South Pacific islands.

RWAus Blog ~

1^st Feb – Natalie Hatch – Craft Talk

2^nd Feb – Monique Wood - The Day in the Writing Life of

5^th Feb – Anita Mack – Blog Bite – Anna Jacobs

Our Member’s Blogs ~

Blogs of Interest ~

Cata University ~

Is e-Publishing right for your genre? by Piper Denna, this one is well worth a read.

Shelly Munro ~

Shelly has a very interesting post ‘Pros and Cons of Writing for Different Publishers’ Part one and Part two by Brenna Lyons.

The Blood-Red Pencil ~

Editor Interview: Barbara Warren, Blue Mountain Editorial Service, an interesting read.

MEMBER’S NEWS ~

Anna Campbell is understandably excited; she received a fantastic review in this month’s Australian Woman’s Weekly.

‘No one writes big, bold, gutsy, historical romance like this Australian author. Campbell’s writing has an engaging darkness and this tale of the handsome, but tortured, Sir Gideon and a suffering waif who is really an heiress, is hugely entertaining.’

Fantastic Anna, congratulations.

Astrid Cooper and Shona Husk both received contracts for fantasy romance short stories to be published by Ticonderoga in their ‘Scary Kisses’ anthology. Congratulations ladies.

Bronwyn Parry had a short story published in Woman’s Day this past week titles ‘Letters to Ruth’. Congratulations Bronwyn. By the way have tissues handy.

Heather Boyd place 3^rd in the historical category of the Silicon Valley Gotcha! Contest. Fantastic news Heather.

Maggie Andersen has a couple of great you tube clips for her two new releases: NIGHT GARDEN and IF YOU DARE, well worth a look.

Michelle Diener received a write up in Publisher Weekly for her novel ‘Illuminations’ due for release in 2011. Congratulations Michelle.

Suzanne Brandyn has reason to celebrate her novel ‘Heat in the Outback’ has just been contracted to Eternal Press. WOOHOO Suz, huge congratulations.

Top Ten Bestsellers

Marriage: For Business or Pleasure – Nicola Marsh

The Virgin and His Majesty – Robyn Donald

Innocent Secretary… Accidentally Pregnant – Carol Marinelli

Forgotten Mistress, Secret Love Child – Annie West

New Boss, New Year Bride – Lucy Clark

The Doctor’s Rebel Knight – Melanie Milburne

Zane: The Wild One & Quade: The Irresistible one – Bronwyn Jameson

The Magnate’s Pregnancy Proposal – Sandra Hyatt

Claiming His Bought Bride – Rachel Bailey

Outback Marriages – Margaret Way

Harlequin US

Print -

The Desert King’s Housekeeper Bride – Carol Marinelli

The Blackmailed Brides Secret Child – Rachel Bailey

eBook –

The Rich Man’s Blackmailed Mistress – Robyn Donald

The Desert King’s Housekeeper Bride – Carol Marinelli

CONTESTS for 2010:

RWAustralia

Opens: Friday 1^st January 2010

Closes: Friday 12^th February 2010

Opens: 15^th February 2010

Closes: 26^th March 2010

See website for details.

The Clendon Award, an annual writing contest in which aspiring romance authors submit an entire manuscript to be judged by devoted romance readers, is now open for submissions for the 2010 award.

The 2010 Clendon Award closes 26 February. Manuscripts must be between

40,000 and 110,000 words. Full details, including the entry form, can be found on the Romance Writers of New Zealand website.

CHALLENGES ~

RWAustralia Writing Challenges for 2010 Feb – Mar

Monday Challenge

Challenge is for 2,000 words for the day or more. Total of 37 Monday Challenges this year with a potential for 74,000 words plus.

Dates:

Feb 8^th
Feb 15^th
Feb 22^nd
Mar 8^th
Mar 15^th
Mar 22^nd
Mar 29^th

Book/ Edit in a Week

Feb 1^st to 7^th (BIAW)
Mar 1^st to 7^th (BIAW)
April 5^th to 11^th (EIAW)

Pam Collings is the coordinator for the above challenges. For contact information please refer to January Hearts Talk. Instructions for challenges available on ROMAUS Files.

UPCOMING EVENTS ~

In Person Events:

Thursday 11 February

Capitalise on creativity: making money from your writing ~ Angelo Loukakis, Angela Tolley & Justin Chadwick

When: 10:00am–4:00pm

Where: South Australian Writers’ Centre

Cost: $100 ASA M, $232 ASA NM

Registration deadline: 4 February

FMI + Bookings: South Australian Writers’ Centre

Friday 12th February

Valentine’s Day at the Library ~ Valerie Parv

When: 5:00–9:00pm

Where: National Library of Australia, ACT

Cost: $10

FMI + Bookings: (02) 6262 127 or bookings at National Library of Australia

Saturday 13 February

Presentation/Workshop – Romance Writing with Harlequin Author Nikki Logan

When: 10.00am – 11.30am

Where: Spearwood Public Library, in the City of Cockburn centre, Coleville Cres, Spearwood WA.

Openings: 44 people (don’t miss this chance)

FMI + Bookings: Luba Kambourakis OR (08) 94113811

Description: Meet WA’s only Harlequin Mills & Boon author, Nikki Logan, and pick up some tips to writing for the world’s largest publisher of series romance.
Nikki’s first novel “Lights, Camera…Kiss the Boss” debuts in February. Signed copies will be available for $7.95 (cash only). Free refreshments after the event at Spearwood Library.

Saturday 13 & Sunday 14 February

Inside Publishing and Editing: a Head Start ~ Christine Nagel

When: 10:00am–4:00pm

Where: Victorian Writers’ Centre

Cost: $210 M, $190 MC, $270 NM

FMI + Bookings: Victorian Writers’ Centre OR (03) 9094 7855

Tuesday 16 February

Morning Tea with Historical Romance Author Anna Campbell

When: 10.00am

Where: Caloundra Library, Omra Avenue, Caloundra QLD 4551

Cost: Free

FMI + Bookings: Essential. (07) 5491 1255

Tuesday 16 February

Romance is in the Air Talk & Morning Tea ~ Amy Andrews

When: 9:30–11:30am

Where: Redcliffe Library, 470-476 Oxley Avenue, Redcliffe, QLD 4020

Cost: Free

Bookings: Essential. (07) 3283 0311

FMI: Morton Bay Regional Council

Saturday 20 February

Slash and Burn: Self-editing for Fiction Writers ~ Patrick Allington

When: 2:00–5:00pm

Where: SA Writers’ Centre

Cost: $55M, $77NM

FMI + Bookings: SA Writers’ Centre OR (08) 8223 7662 OR sawriters@sawc.org.au

Saturday 27 February

Show me the Story! ~ Deonie Fiford

When: 10:00am–4:00pm

Where: New South Wales Writers’ Centre

Cost: $100 M, $85 MC, $140 NM

FMI + Bookings: NSW Writers’ Centre OR (02) 9555 9757

Sunday 21 March

Writing Historical Fiction ~ Nerida Newton

When: 9:30am–4:00pm

Where: Cairns Campus, Tropical North Queensland TAFE, Eureka Street

Cost: $85 M, $75 MC, $115 NM

Booking deadline: March 8

FMI + Bookings: Queensland Writers Centre OR (07) 3839 1243

ONLINE Events

Julie Rowe, a 2006 Golden Heart double finalist, moderates the Announce Online Writing Classes list.

Interested? Subscribe by sending an e-mail to Announceonlinewritingclasses-subscribe@yahoogroups.com.

Thanks for dropping by, I hope you have a productive week reading and writing.

Sandie

Bookshelf Saturday

Sandie Hudson — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 19:30:53 +0000

Here we are once again at the end of another month, which of course means it’s NEW RELEASE time. I hope you are all ready for a big month of reading because you have a great selection of reading material to choose from.

AUSTRALIAN RELEASES

Anna Campbell – TEMPT THE DEVIL Avon Books

Available as mass market-size paperback

For Olivia Raines, London’s most notorious courtesan, and the infamous Julian Southwood, Earl of Erith falling in love will be the greatest risk of all in this wicked and wild romance.

Any man in London would worship her. Yet Olivia is, quite frankly, bored of them all. Despite her many dalliances, she’s never felt true passion, never longed for any lover’s touch . . . until Julian, London’s most notoriously wanton rake, decides to make her his mistress.

From the moment he first sees her, Julian knows he must possess her. And when he discovers her greatest secret, a scandal that could ruin her reputation and end her career, he knows just the way to use this damaging information to his most delightful advantage. He offers Olivia a deal with the devil: he’ll keep her secret . . . if she allows him the chance to show her true ecstasy.

But Olivia must be careful, for Julian has a secret of his own: he will not rest until she is completely, shamelessly his.

Anne Whitfield – HOOKED ON YOU The Wild Rose Press

Katie Edwards is 28, single, and living the life–or so she thinks. After leaving a groping boss, who enjoyed putting the personal in personal assistant, Katie lands a job as an assistant for Liam Kennedy, a sports freak.

She hates sports, and not only is Liam a sports fanatic, but he’s good at everything. The last thing Katie expects is to fall in love. But he’s simply sex on wheels. And the longer they’re working together, the more she wants him.

Working for a sexy man sounded fabulous, but she should have been careful what she wished for, because gorgeous employers are a hazard to the heart. Now, Katie’s in lust and he thinks she’s a dizzy chick who only knows how to party.

How can she be professional when all she wants is to hop into his bed? Will he ever take her seriously enough to see how perfect they’d be for each other? Or is she doomed to be hooked on him forever?

Annie West – FORGOTTEN MISTRESS, SECRET LOVECHILD HM&B Sexy

He’s forgotten their past, but not her body…

A lavish masquerade ball is no place for plain-Jane receptionist Carys Wells. Used to being unnoticed by the glitterati, Carys feels vulnerable and exposed by the searing gaze of a dark masked man. Little does she know he’s the man she ran from two years ago, whose wicked touch is about to become her undoing once more… Alessandro Mattani cannot remember Carys, but his body does – intimately. And the red-blooded Italian is determined to claim all that he believes is his…

Bronwyn Jameson – ZANE: THE WILD ONE & QUADE: THE IRRESISTABLE ONE HM&B Desire

Zane: The Wild One

Everything Julia Goodwin had ever wanted was right here in the quiet little town of Plenty. At least, that was what she thought, until rebel Zane O’Sullivan came home…

Yet this wasn’t the same bad boy who’d haunted a girl’s dreams back in high school. This Zane O’Sullivan was very much a man, with a raw sensual power that tempted Julia’s deepest desires. But what would become of their growing love when he learned about their child…?

Quade: The Irresistible One

Chantal Goodwin had always had an unsuspected weakness, a secret hunger, for one breathtaking man — and now that man was back in town. The merest glance from Cameron Quade still made her ache like the lovesick school girl she’d once been.

But Chantal was a woman now and what she wanted was a single shattering night of passion with this man. Though their encounter shook her to the core, she told herself she could still watch him walk away forever. But that was before she learned about the new life their night of passion had created….

Carol Marinelli – INNOCENT SECRETARY, ACCIDENTALLY PREGNANT HM&B Sexy

Sexy Sicilian boss — handle with care!

Plain Emma Stephenson might not look like a tycoon’s glamorous assistant, but for Luca D’Amato — a playboy who likes to play — breaking through her no-nonsense attitude is his favourite new game.

Sensible Emma thought all they’d be sharing was an office — not a bed! But she’s learning fast what being Luca’s personal assistant really means.

Now he’s standing there offering her a promotion, and she’s trying to find the words to tell him… she’s pregnant!

Cathleen Ross – DIRTY SEXY MURDER Lyrical Press

Can Marina learn to have faith in her powers in time to save the people she loves?

Marina’s got it made with a new job giving Brazilian waxes in a fashionable salon in the big city of Sydney. Life seems to be looking up for her, that is, until she starts having visions, which come true. Her clients start dying, one by one. Then her roommate, James becomes a suspect, and suddenly she must fight for the man she cares for. While she tries to harness her powers, people close to her begin to disappear. More victims of the serial killer? This time she can’t see, and in the midst of terror, Marina must save the lives of people she’s come to love, but in a twist of fate, save herself.

Denise Rossetti – LACED WITH DESIRE Berkley Heat

Rhio’s Dancer is set in the Four-Sided Pentacle universe

Rhio’s a battle-scarred veteran of both love and war, a soldier right down to his bootstraps. But he’s never met a woman as fierce, as fascinating – as dangerous – as Dancer. And she’s up to her pretty neck in political intrigue. She just might kill him before they’re through, but what a glorious way to go!

Karlene Blakemore-Mowle - FALLOUT The Wild Rose Press

Risking their lives for others is second nature, but can they trust each other enough to risk their hearts?

Tully Chambers is no damsel in distress. An up and coming detective, she had her sights set on promotion until the day her partner was murdered and she ended up on the run from the mob.

Jake Holden has demons of his own. Having served his country for over twenty years, he’s found himself wounded, alone, and without a plan for his future. What starts as a simple diversion–trying to figure out the feisty little waitress next door-turns out to be his most dangerous mission yet.

From the tropics of Far North Queensland to the rugged isolation of the Northern Territory in Australia, two modern-day warriors discover their greatest fear isn’t that of a madman’s revenge-but of laying their hearts on the line for love.

Lucy Clark – NEW BOSS, NEW YEAR BRIDE HM&B Medical

Wanted: Outback doctor — and bride!

Obstetrician Melissa Clarkson arrives in the small town of Didja on New Year’s Eve – and finds herself sharing a sizzling kiss with her oh-so-dreamy new boss on the stroke of midnight!

However much Melissa and Joss try to keep things strictly business, the attraction between them is undeniably electric. But Melissa has come to Didja to find the family she’s never known — romance is most definitely not on her agenda!

The people of the small Outback town fall for Melissa, as does Joss — and this New Year he wants Melissa to unpack her suitcases, for good!

Margaret Tanner – WILD OATS The Wild Rose Press

Beautiful and beguiling Allison Waverley has grown up helping her brother Jim run their farm, helped by their good friend Tommy Calvert, while their father occupies himself as the town drunk. When their little Australian community is visited by English aristocrat Phillip Ashfield and the boys go off to join the army because war has broken out in Europe, the life Allison expected to live is turned upside down. The “wild oats” sown ruin lives and cause repercussions that reverberate well into the next generation, while Allison finds help and a lasting love from an unexpected source.

Margaret Way – OUTBACK MARRIAGES HM&B

Master Of Maramba

After a car accident has destroyed her budding career, Catrina Russell jumps at the chance of a job as governess on a North Queensland cattle station.

Catrina Russell wouldn’t have been Royce McQuillan’s first choice. Having lost his social butterfly wife to the bright city lights, how long can he expect the beautiful Carrie to remain contented living an isolated life with the master of Maramba?

Strategy For Marriage

Cattle Baron Ashe McKinnon discovered an uninvited guest at a family wedding — the groom’s ex-girlfriend. Acting swiftly to prevent a scandal, he persuaded the gorgeous Christy Parker to become his surprise date for the occasion!

Embarrassed by her impulsive urge to gate-crash the event, Christy agreed to this pretence. But should she have allowed herself to visit his impressive Outback home?

Outback Bridegroom

Christine is on her way back — to a town full of bittersweet memories, but home to the only man she has ever truly loved, Mitch Claydon.

Outback born and bred, Mitch is filled with anger whenever he thinks about Christine. He’d loved her — had even offered marriage — but she’d chosen to pursue a life far away from Koomera Crossing. Now she’s returned, as beautiful and desirable as ever…

Melanie Milburne – THE DOCTOR’S REBLE KNIGHT HM&B Medical

Her rebel with a heart of gold.

Emotionally and physically scarred, Dr Frances Nin has come to Pelican Bay in search of tranquility… but motorbike-riding local rebel Sergeant Jacob Hawke gets her pulse-rate spiking! One glimpse of the heat in Jacob’s icy blue eyes and Fran’s fragile heart starts to bloom…

Jacob knows that Fran questions her own medical ability, but the residents of Pelican Bay are in desperate need of a doctor and she would be perfect. This gorgeous cop must convince Fran that it’s not only the locals who want her to stay — he wants her by his side, to love, cherish and protect forever!

Natalie Anderson - HOT BOSS, BOARDROOM MISTRESS HM&B Sexy Sensation

Unfinished business…

Pampered princess Amanda Winchester is like an itch that Jared James can’t scratch. But the tables have now turned: Jared is successful, Amanda has nothing, and he is her new boss. It’s payback time – and bedding the delectable Amanda will be his reward!

Amanda hates that bad boy Jared has the upper hand, even if succumbing to his sensual demands will be sweet torture! But when Jared realises he’s taken her virginity everything changes. Not content with one night, Jared is determined to make Amanda his mistress…

Bonus Novella Mistaken For A Mistress by Jane Porter

Nicola Marsh – MARRIAGE: FOR BUSINESS OR PLEASURE? HM&B Sexy Sensation

Wedlocked: Rogue Billionaire, Contract Wife.

Brittany Lloyd faces the deal of a lifetime… with the ex who broke her heart – Italian tycoon Nick Mancini. Little does she know that her rebellious bad boy is now a multimillionaire…

Nick can’t believe his eyes! His red-haired wildcat is now a businesswoman, with designer suits to match. She needs his help… and he wants her. So he proposes a convenient marriage – strictly business, of course!

But wickedly sexy Nick is planning a red-hot wedding night to remember: there’s nothing on his agenda but pure pleasure!

Rachel Bailey – CLAMING HIS BOUGHT BRIDE HM&B Desire

The Baby Price.

Tycoon Damon Blakely had one year to produce a legitimate heir. Luckily, he had a bride in mind. Lily Grayson had been the perfect mistress… until she’d left him. And when he proposed his plan, Damon learned why. Lily was already expecting his baby.

The millionaire’s shock and anger was quickly trounced by Lily’s counter offer. She would give their child his name… but theirs would be a paper marriage. Lily claimed Damon had no room in his heart for anything beyond business. The terms of his proposal left him little room to argue… until he could get Lily back into his bed.

Robyn Donald – THE VIRGIN AND HIS MAJESTY HM&B Sexy

Married for royal revenge.

Prince Gerd Crysander-Gillan has long held a torch for beautiful Rosie Matthews. But three years ago that need turned to rage when he discovered that Rosie’s affections were apparently for his brother.

Now Gerd has taken the crown, and his Majesty needs a princess. The obvious candidate for marriage is Rosie — a chance to take sweet revenge for the wound that has never healed. Only once he has his royal bride, he is astounded to find that she’s still a virgin…

Sandra Hyatt – THE MAGNATE’S PREGNANCY PROPOSAL HM&B Desire

Pregnant with the wrong brother’s child!

Chastity Stevens was carrying a Masters’s child… but not from the brother she thought. Though she’d received In Vitro Fertilisation to carry her dying husband’s child, she didn’t realise it was his brother’s sample she’d used.

Millionaire Gabe Masters had never cared for his brother’s wife… or so he always told himself. When Chastity told him she was pregnant by her late husband — Gabe knew the child was his. Now he would do whatever it took to claim the child she now carried — their child — as his own.

US RELEASES

Abby Gaines – THE COMEBACK Harlequin NASCAR

Giving up professional racing was the toughest decision Zack Matheson had ever made. But now he’s back—with a vengeance—and driving his family team to victory in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series. The last thing he needs is the distraction of a high-profile publicity campaign…or the beautiful, ambitious Gaby Colson.

Gaby needs Zack to win…the sponsor-backed Bachelor of the Year contest. Hired to promote his sexy single-guy image, the PR rep vows to keep her professional distance. But the heat sizzling between them is hard to ignore. Gaby knows how much victory means to Zack. She also knows he’ll always put racing first.

Unless she can make him see that his comeback won’t be complete without her.

Carol Marinelli – THE DESERT KING’S HOUSEKEEPER BRIDE Harlequin Presents

Housekeeper Effie, a practical yet slightly frumpy virgin, has been summoned to the desert to serve the sheikh!

Ruthless Sheikh King Zakari had gone to seek solitude in the sands, but nights alone are not something this ruler is used to. However, with his housekeeper at his service, there’s no need to allow his bed to grow cold….

After hot hours of passion, Effie’s heart is near to bursting. But what she doesn’t realize is that something has compelled Zakari to take her, a lowly servant, as his royal bride!

Melanie Milburne – THE VENADICCI MARRIAGE VENGEANCE Harlequin Presents

Gabriella St. Clair is desperate: she and her family face financial ruin. One man can help her. But he’s the very man who wants to see her beg….

Merciless tycoon Vinn Venadicci had a heart once. But after an encounter with the young, spoiled hotel heiress Gabriella, any feelings he had were locked away…forever. Now she’s on his doorstep—pleading. He could send her packing. Or finally have a little vengeance of his own. After all, Gabriella Venadicci has quite a ring to it….

Nicola Marsh – MARRIAGE: FOR BUSINESS OR PLEASURE? Harlequin Presents

Wedlocked: Rogue Billionaire, Contract Wife.

Brittany Lloyd faces the deal of a lifetime… with the ex who broke her heart – Italian tycoon Nick Mancini. Little does she know that her rebellious bad boy is now a multimillionaire…

But wickedly sexy Nick is planning a red-hot wedding night to remember: there’s nothing on his agenda but pure pleasure!

Nikki Logan – LIGTHS, CAMERA… KISS THE BOSS Harlequin Romance

If hotshot TV producer Daniel Arnot nails this new show, a promotion’s in the bag. He needs the X factor to smash the ratings, and she’s just walked through the door….

Ava Lange is meant to be a gardener, not a presenter, and she’s not too impressed by blast-from-her-past Dan’s underhanded attempt to persuade her otherwise! But did she really just hear him say: Lights, camera, kiss the boss—I mean, action!

Rachel Bailey – THE BLACKMAILED BRIDE’S SECRET CHILD Silhouette Desire

Nico Jordan’s world shattered when his lover Beth betrayed him by marrying his brother. Now, seven years later, Nico wants some answers. But that’s not all he wants. When he lays eyes on Beth again, the overwhelming desire he once had for her comes surging back.

Beth never forgot the only man she’s ever loved—or the scandal that surrounded their union. Although their attraction is still strong, Beth knows she must resist his advances. Succumbing to even just one night of unrelenting lust could unravel her secret—a secret that would threaten more than their relationship.

Robyn Donald – THE RICH MAN’S BLACKMAILED BRIDE Harlequin Presents

Kain Gerard—mesmerizing, sexy and filthy rich—can have any woman he wants! So taming Sable Martin shouldn’t be a problem. The scandalous gold digger has used her sensual charms to blackmail his cousin, and Kain is set on revenge.

His plan is perfect—until he comes face-to-face with Sable. The scheming temptress is in his sights, but as she looks up at him with those enchanting doe eyes, he realizes she isn’t quite the seductress he thought—he’s blackmailed an innocent into his bed!

Sandra Hyatt– THE MAGNATE’S PREGNANCY PROPOSAL Silhouette Desire

Chastity Stevens was carrying a Masters child…but not from the brother she thought. Though she’d received in vitro fertilization to carry her dying husband’s child, she didn’t realize it was his brother’s sample she’d used.

Millionaire Gabe Masters had never cared for his brother’s wife…or so he always told himself. When Chastity revealed she was pregnant by her late husband, Gabe knew the child was his. Now he would do whatever it took to claim the child she carried—their child—as his own.

UK RELEASES

Anne Oliver – MISTRESS: AT WHAT PRICE? M&B Modern

She couldn’t afford to turn him down…

Struggling fashion designer Mariel Davenport has never forgotten Dane Huntington, or his cruel rejection of her. Seeing him for the first time in years, she finds the red-hot chemistry is still there and her hormones zing into life!

Devilish tycoon Dane has a tantalising deal to offer. He’ll help Mariel set up her dream business – if she will help him distract the paparazzi by playing his adoring mistress! For a man who broke her heart, he’s asking a lot! But, with her career in tatters, has she any choice?

Carol Marinelli– ONE TINY MIRCLE M&B Medical

The most precious gifts in life are worth risking your heart for…

Another year, another new start for Dr Ben Richardson. But his jitters have nothing to do with first day nerves, and everything to do with his unexpected attraction to a disarming – and visibly pregnant – emergency department nurse…

Since losing his wife and unborn child, ‘home’ is just a word to Ben. But Celeste Mitchell’s loveliness has captured Ben’s heart and given this damaged doctor a reason to smile again…making him wonder if there’s a future for him right there by her side. And when Celeste’s tiny miracle decides to make a premature arrival, Ben can’t help coming to her rescue…

Daphne Clair – TAKEN BY THE PIRATE TYCOON M&B Modern

Melting the ice princess!

Jase Moore is determined to shake Samantha Magnussen’s touch-me-not façade. Could this ice princess really be out to steal his sister’s new husband? This pirate tycoon will distract her – the only way he knows how!

Why does this provocative stranger have such a low opinion of her? Jase’s angry contempt gets under Samantha’s protective shell. While his voice – dark, and full of unspoken sinful promise – storms her heart and offers temptation too hard to resist…

Fiona McArthur – MIDWIFE IN A MILLION M&B Medical

To save a baby’s life, they must find the love they once had!

Ten years ago paramedic Rory McIver left home, promising childhood sweetheart Kate Onslow he’d return to make her his bride. But Kate abruptly called off their engagement, and Rory, devastated, stayed away. Now he’s back to ask the woman who broke his heart one simple question – why?

When a medical emergency forces them together, the passion between them re-ignites! Their gruelling race against time across the rugged Outback to save a patient’s unborn child challenges Kate and Rory physically and emotionally – they must confront their past if they are to finally make a future – together…

Jennie Adams / Nikki Logan – AUSTRALIAN BOSS: DIAMOND RING / LIGTHS, CAMERA… KISS THE BOSS M&B Romance

AUSTRALIAN BOSS: DIAMOND RING Jennie Adams

Fiona Donner breezed into Brent MacKay’s office with her sunny smile and bouncy enthusiasm – and promptly turned his ordered world topsy-turvy.
She may be the woman to finally release Brent’s fears – and uncover the secret he’s lived with his whole life…

LIGHTS, CAMERA…KISS THE BOSS Nikki Logan

If hot-shot TV producer Dan nails his new show, a promotion’s in the bag. He needs the X factor to smash the ratings – and she’s just walked through the door. Don’t lose your head now, Dan. The show’s about to air. Lights, camera, kiss the boss – I mean, action!

Lucy Clark – A BABY TO CARE FOR M&B Medical

Orphaned newborn baby – stand-in mum needed: how can Outback paediatrician Iris Tennant refuse? And when local playboy Dr Dex Crawford offers help, Iris finds herself falling for his devilish gaze – which makes her feel beautiful once more. As they both come to adore their tiny bundle of joy Iris wonders if she dares hope that their temporary family can become full-time bliss.

Maxine Sullivan – VALENTE MUST MARRY M&B Desire

What would compel millionaire playboy Nick Valente to marry a woman he hadn’t seen in years? Blackmail.

To keep his family home, Nick must marry Sasha Blake, a long-ago flame. Sasha had been barely out of her teens, but there had been nothing immature about their desire. The only nagging question in Nick’s mind: what were Sasha’s reasons for agreeing to this marriage?

Melanie Milburne – CASTELLANO’S MISTRESS OF REVENGE M&B Modern

For vengeance or possession?

Men like Marc Castellano don’t forgive – they get revenge…

Five years ago Ava McGuire left Marc, and then married his business rival in a high-profile scandal. But no one knows that the fragile widow was forced to say ‘I do’. Now she is left with nothing but crippling debts and another scandalous proposition!

Marc is going to have Ava right where he wants her…not with a ring on her finger, not even in the palm of his hand, but in his bed for as long as he desires…

Natalie Anderson – TO LOVE, HONOUR AND DISOBEY M&B Modern

With this ring…

I thee bed!

Trish Morey – HIS MISTRESS FOR A MILLION M&B Modern

For one million dollars: mistress at his mercy!

Jobless, homeless and penniless: humble housekeeper Cleo Taylor seeks a suitable position of employment. All good offers accepted…

Billionaire tycoon Andreas Xenides seeks beautiful woman for business contract on the luxury island of Santorini.

Terms: mistress for a month.
Salary: one million dollars.

Training will be given…

Yvonne Lindsay – CONVENIENT MARRIAGE, INCONVENIENT HUSBAND M&B Desire

Marry before her thirtieth birthday or forfeit her inheritance. The sticky choice for heiress Amira Forsythe was a golden opportunity for her ex-fiancé, Brent Colby, for revenge. Eight years ago, Amira humiliated him. Now he had the chance to do the same; he’d seduce and then leave her!

then leave her!

I hope you all have a great month, don’t forget to support our authors. Until next month…

Happy reading

Sandie

Cruisin' the Blog and Member's News

Sandie Hudson — Sat, 23 Jan 2010 19:30:44 +0000

Yes, it’s that time of the week where we catch up on the news and events of the members of RWAus. The who’s who in the blogging world and who received good news this week. Umm, I may have to stop using tags or they are going to be just as long as the post. LOL.

Cruisin’ The Blog ~

Romance Writers Revenge ~

24^th Jan – Anna has a review of THE PRINCE OF MIDNIGHT by Laura Kinsale going up on the Romance Dish

Bronwyn Jameson ~

You will find our Bronwyn at To Be Read this week where she spends a little time reminiscing. On top of a good read, you also have the chance to win a book prize for a random commenter, so stop by and share a happy memory from 10 years ago.

Cathryn Brunet ~

This week Cathryn was interview by H C Brown as part of Heather’s ‘In the Hot Seat with Heather’ series. Now that sounds interesting. If you haven’t been to visit yet, drop by and say “Hi.” To the girls.

Hélène Young ~

24^th Jan – Hélène guest is Phillipa Fioretti. Phillipa’s debut novel ‘The Book of Love‘ due for released in April 2010 by Hachette Australia. ‘The Book of Love’ is a seductive mystery that will steal your heart!

Phillipa writes fiction full time. When she’s not writing or reading she’s invariably doing something to do with food, watching movies or enjoying time with friends.

To celebrate having a fellow Hachette Author on her blog Hélène is giving away a copy of ‘Border Watch’ – this is Hélène’s first ever giveaway!! Don’t forget to drop by to join in the fun.

Kylie Griffin ~

This week Kylie is blogging about A Bloody Good Read. She shares her impressions on two of Lora Leigh’s books – Marly’s Choice and Forbidden Pleasure – and how gripping emotions in a character makes a book worth keeping. Oh don’t we all want to write those sorts of novels. Kylie has revamped her blog, very swish Miss Kylie.

Here is a sneak peak at some upcoming guests due to visit Kylie’s blog over the next few months – Helene Young, Erica Hayes, Tracey O’Hara, Cathryn Brunet, Nalini Singh, Christine Phillips, and Bronwen Evans.

Margaret Tanner ~

Margaret was a guest recently of ‘Slip Into Something Victorian’, where she dicussed the ‘FELON’S APPREHENSION ACT 1878′, and shares an excerpt from her novel ‘Stolen Birthright’, published by Whiskey Creek.

Nicola Marsh ~

Nicola got tagged ‘Kreativ Blogger’ during the week nip over to her Harlequin Community Blog to learn seven things you didn’t know about Nicola.

Paula Roe ~

26^th Jan – Paula moves into the spotlight at Silhouette Desire Author Blog this week.

Sharon Archer ~

On Harlequin Medical Authors blog, Sharon, chats about ‘Family History’. I love finding out about others Family History.

RWAus Blog ~

25^th Jan – Natalie Hatch – Monday Craft

26^th Jan – Monique Wood – The Day in the Writing Life of Anna Jacobs

29^th Jan – Anita Mack – Blog Bites – Monique Wood

30^th Jan – Sandie Hudson – Bookshelf Saturday – February New releases

Our Member’s Blogs ~

Blogs of Interest ~

The Blood Red Pencil ~

An interesting post on Great Book Discussion Questions. If you think about these questions, they may even help you with your writing.

These guys always have something interesting on their blog, this week they had: Bobbleheaditis by Hal and Sometimes I Forget To Vomit with Terri

Fallen Angel Reviews ~

Writing What You Know with Paisley Smith. Now it’s that something we are told often.

The Romance Dish ~

Now if you didn’t get over to The Romance Dish this past week, you missed a great week with the Romance Bandits in the house the place was hopping. Drop over and read a few of the week’s entries and replies. Very entertaining. Thanks Bandits and Dishes. WARNING: Don’t drink anything hot while reading this blog.

Member’s News ~

Allison Rushby ~

This week the wonderful Allison celebrated 10 years as a published author, congratulations Allison.

Tempt the Devil has made the finals in The Season – Readers’ Top Pick 2009. Do drop by and give Anna your support. Voting closes 31^st January 2010.

Elisabeth Rose ~

Elisabeth received a copy of the cover for her June release ‘The Tangled Web’. What a great cover Elisabeth.

Erin Grace ~

Erin received word this week that her second book ‘Serenade’ is due for release 5^th March 2010. YAY Erin.

Heather Brown ~

Heather has once again scored a top rating review for her novel Purr-fect Seduction, this time from Coffee Time Romance with 5 Cups.

Here’s a snippet: Once again H.C. Brown tells a story with a voice that will captivate you from beginning to end! Both Jill and Dare are characters you can sink your teeth into. The sexual tension between them is taut throughout the novel and yet there is a certain compatibility between them that shows the love they will come to know.

Jane Beckenham ~

Jane received a fantastic review form Long and Short Reviews, for Romeo For Hire.

Janet Woods ~

Janet showed us all the cover for her new novel, ‘Straw in the Wind’, due for release in March.

Then, just to top Janet’s week off, she received the art work for her large print release of ‘Edge of Regret’. Congratulations Janet.

Maggie Anderson ~

Maggie received a great review from Single Titles this week for her novel ‘Rules of Conduct’. Congratulations Maggie.

Maree Anderson ~

‘Even Demons Get the Blues’ gets a fantastic review from Joyfully Reviewed. Congratulations Maree

Rachel Bailey ~

Excellent news for Rachel. Her debut novel ‘Claiming His Bought Bride’ hit the US Today’s 150 Bestseller list at #94. Congratulations Rachel.

Top Ten Best Sellers ~

Marriage: For Business or Pleasure – Nicola Marsh

The Virgin and His Majesty – Robyn Donald

Innocent Secretary… Accidentally Pregnant – Carol Marinelli

Forgotten Mistress, Secret Love Child – Annie West

New Boss, New Year Bride – Lucy Clark

The Doctor’s Rebel Knight – Melanie Milburne

Zane: The Wild One & Quade: The Irresistible one – Bronwyn Jameson

The Magnate’s Pregnancy Proposal – Sandra Hyatt

Claiming His Bought Bride – Rachel Bailey

Outback Marriages – Margaret Way

Harlequin US

Print -

The Desert King’s Housekeeper Bride – Carol Marinelli

eBooks –

The Rich Man’s Blackmailed Mistress – Robyn Donald

The Desert King’s Housekeeper Bride – Carol Marinelli

Steamy Stories –

Getting Red-Hot with the Rogue – Ally Blake

Her Boss, Wicked Nights – Anne Oliver

NOTE OF INTEREST:

A reminder that the 5DI Applications open on 1st Jan, close at end of month. Visit the RWAus Website for more information.

CHALLENGES:

RWAustralia Writing Challenges for 2010 Feb – Mar

Monday Challenge

Challenge is for 2,000 words for the day or more. Total of 37 Monday Challenges this year with a potential for 74,000 words plus.

Dates:

Feb 8^th
Feb 15^th
Feb 22^nd
Mar 8^th
Mar 15^th
Mar 22^nd
Mar 29^th

Book/ Edit in a Week

Feb 1^st to 7^th (BIAW)
Mar 1^st to 7^th (BIAW)
April 5^th to 11^th (EIAW)

Pam Collings is the coordinator for the above challenges. For contact information please refer to January Hearts Talk. Instructions for challenges available on ROMAUS Files.

CONTESTS for 2010:

RWAustralia

Theme Gem: Topaz

Opens: 18^th December 2009

Closes: 29^th January 2010

Opens: Friday 1^st January 2010

Closes: Friday 12^th February 2010

Opens: 15^th February 2010

Closes: 26^th March 2010

See website for details.

The Clendon Award, an annual writing contest in which aspiring romance authors submit an entire manuscript to be judged by devoted romance readers, is now open for submissions for the 2010 award.

The 2010 Clendon Award closes 26 February. Manuscripts must be between

40,000 and 110,000 words. Full details, including the entry form, can be found on the Romance Writers of New Zealand website.

Upcoming Events

In Person Events

(Costings Code: M-member. MC-Member concession. NM-Non-members.)

Saturday 30 & Sunday 31 January

Write a Page Turner ~ Amanda Hampson

When: 10:00am–4:00pm

Where: New South Wales Writers’ Centre

Cost: $190 M, $165 MC, $270 NM

FMI + Bookings: NSW Writers’ Centre

OR (02) 9555 9757

Thursday 11 February

Capitalise on creativity: making money from your writing ~ Angelo Loukakis, Angela Tolley & Justin Chadwick

When: 10:00am–4:00pm

Where: South Australian Writers’ Centre

Cost: $100 ASA M, $232 ASA NM

Registration deadline: 4 February

FMI + Bookings: South Australian Writers’ Centre

Friday 12th February

Valentine’s Day at the Library ~ Valerie Parv

When: 5:00–9:00pm

Where: National Library of Australia, ACT

Cost: $10

FMI + Bookings: (02) 6262 127 or bookings at National Library of Australia

Saturday 13 & Sunday 14 February

Inside Publishing and Editing: a Head Start ~ Christine Nagel

When: 10:00am–4:00pm

Where: Victorian Writers’ Centre

Cost: $210 M, $190 MC, $270 NM

FMI + Bookings: Victorian Writers’ Centre OR (03) 9094 7855

Tuesday 16 February

Morning Tea with Historical Romance Author Anna Campbell

When: 10.00am

Where: Caloundra Library, Omra Avenue, Caloundra QLD 4551

Cost: Free

FMI + Bookings: Essential. (07) 5491 1255

Tuesday 16 February

Romance is in the Air Talk & Morning Tea ~ Amy Andrews

When: 9:30–11:30am

Where: Redcliffe Library, 470-476 Oxley Avenue, Redcliffe, QLD 4020

Cost: Free

Bookings: Essential. (07) 3283 0311

FMI: Morton Bay Regional Council

Saturday 20 February

Slash and Burn: Self-editing for Fiction Writers ~ Patrick Allington

When: 2:00–5:00pm

Where: SA Writers’ Centre

Cost: $55M, $77NM

FMI + Bookings: SA Writers’ Centre OR (08) 8223 7662 OR sawriters@sawc.org.au

Saturday 27 February

Show me the Story! ~ Deonie Fiford

When: 10:00am–4:00pm

Where: New South Wales Writers’ Centre

Cost: $100 M, $85 MC, $140 NM

FMI + Bookings: NSW Writers’ Centre OR (02) 9555 9757

Sunday 21 March

Writing Historical Fiction ~ Nerida Newton

When: 9:30am–4:00pm

Where: Cairns Campus, Tropical North Queensland TAFE, Eureka Street

Cost: $85 M, $75 MC, $115 NM

Booking deadline: March 8

FMI + Bookings: Queensland Writers Centre OR (07) 3839 1243

ONLINE Events

Julie Rowe, a 2006 Golden Heart double finalist, moderates the Announce Online Writing Classes list.

Interested? Subscribe by sending an e-mail to Announceonlinewritingclasses-subscribe@yahoogroups.com.

Well that’s a wrap for yet another big week in the lives of the RWAus members. See you next week.

Sandie

Cruisin' the Blog & Member's News

Sandie Hudson — Sat, 16 Jan 2010 19:30:40 +0000

Good morning and welcome to another week of ‘Cruisin’ the Blog’ and Member’s News. I’ve had a little change around this week, so let me know what you think. I’ve moved the Events to the bottom of the page and Member’s News follows the ‘Cruisin’ list.

Okay so what are our members up to this week?

18^th – 22^nd Jan – Anna and the Romance Bandit crew are invading The Romance Dish! Anna tells me it will be a week filled with Great Fun and Prizes galore. Go a long and play!!!

Amanda, from HarperCollins Oz, interviewed Anna, during the week about Captive of Sin. This is a video interview, drop over and listen to what Anna has to say about the dashing, Gideon.

Bronwyn Jameson ~

Silhouette Author Blog had a couple of our favourite Aussie authors post this week. First off the block was the delightful Bronwyn Jameson, catch Bronwyn’s post titled The Book Bundling Game .

Helene Young ~

18^th Jan – Helene has Kylie Griffin visiting her blog this week . Kylie, writes Fantasy/ScFi/Paranormal and was the 2009 RWA Contest Diva! She’ll be talking about her passion for writing, her favourite genre and how the wonderful RWA contests have helped her writing.

Natalie Anderson ~

To celebrate the US release of her latest novel ‘Ruthless Boss, Royal Mistress’, Natalie is giving you the chance to win signed copies of her ‘Ruthless Boss, Royal Mistress’ and ‘To Love, Honour & Disobey’. Just drop by her blog for details.

Natalie Atkins ~

16^th/ 17^th Jan – Natalie takes her turn in the hot seat over at International Christian Fiction Writers. Because this is an International blog, Natalie’s post should be up by 7pm on the Saturday ES Aus time.

Nikki Logan ~

The lovely Nikki talks on the Bootcamper 101 blog about her first year in publishing! Congrats Nikki. (Thanks Helen)

Rachel Bailey ~

Drop over to Silhouette Author Blog and catch Rachel’s blog on Does Your Frock Make You Feel … Something?

Suzanna Brandyn ~

Suzanne has taken the giant step and posted her goals for the year. I love reading other peoples goals.

Tracey O’Hara ~

Our lovely Tracey O’Hara has her desk and kitty Gizmo posted on Tara Moss’ blog site as part of Tara’s ‘I’ve Shown You Mine, Now Show Me Yours’.

RWAus Blog ~

18^th Jan – Natalie Hatch ~ Nat’s Monday Craft day.

19^th Jan – Monique Wood – A Day in the Writing Life of Sandie Hudson

22^nd Jan – Anita Mack ~ Blog Bite with Natalie Hatch

Our Members Blogs ~

Blogs of Interest ~

LoveCats Downunder ~

If you haven’t been over to visit the LoveCats, yet you still have time to pick up a book prize bundle. Plus you’ll find a great read.

Word Wenches ~

Nicola Cornick, has an interesting interview with Historical romance author, Laurel McKee. Exploring Georgian Ireland with Laurel McKee!

Lady Scribe ~

The lovely ladies over at Lady Scribes have been hard at work all week updating their site with interesting topics. Our Heather Boyd’s post this week is Valuing Critiques.

BookEnds ~

This week BookEnds answered an interesting question ‘A Query on Queries’. Worth a read for aspiring authors.

The Blood Red Pencil ~

This is a must read if you have a story that needs a little/lot of slush and burn. Using Characters and Scenes to Trim the Fat from Your Story: Part One

Member’s News ~

Kylie Griffin & Bec Sampson ~

Last week I congratulated Alison on her finaling in the West Houston RWA Emily. I was sure I congratulated Kylie and Bec as well, but somehow I missed them (Sorry ladies) so:

CONGRATULATIONS KYLIE & BEC for finaling on your respective categories.

Michelle Diener ~

Michelle has just secured a two book deal with Pocket Books (Simon & Schuster) in New York for her historical novels. Book one is due for release in Spring 2011 and book two Autumn/Fall 2011. Congratulations Michelle.

Rachel Bailey ~

Rachels novel ‘Claiming His Bought Wife’, debut at #2 on the top ten list. Congratulations Rachel.

Harlequin – Mills & Boon Top Ten Best Sellers

Marriage: For Business or Pleasure – Nicola Marsh

The Virgin and His Majesty – Robyn Donald

Innocent Secretary… Accidentally Pregnant – Carol Marinelli

Forgotten Mistress, Secret Love Child – Annie West

New Boss, New Year Bride – Lucy Clark

The Doctor’s Rebel Knight – Melanie Milburne

Zane: The Wild One & Quade: The Irresistible one – Bronwyn Jameson

The Magnate’s Pregnancy Proposal – Sandra Hyatt

Claiming His Bought Bride – Rachel Bailey

Outback Marriages – Margaret Way

eHarlequin US

Print-

The Desert King’s Housekeeper Bride – Carol Marinelli

Marriage: For Business or Pleasure – Nicola Marsh

eBook-

The Rich Man’s Blackmailed Mistress – Robyn Donald

The Desert King’s Housekeeper Bride – Carol Marinelli

NOTE OF INTEREST:

A reminder that the 5DI Applications open on 1st Jan, close at end of month. Visit the RWAus Website for more information.

CONTESTS for 2010:

RWAustralia

Theme Gem: Topaz

Opens: 18^th December 2009

Closes: 29^th January 2010

Opens: Friday 1^st January 2010

Closes: Friday 12^th February 2010

Opens: 15^th February 2010

Closes: 26^th March 2010

See website for details.

The Clendon Award, an annual writing contest in which aspiring romance authors submit an entire manuscript to be judged by devoted romance readers, is now open for submissions for the 2010 award.

The 2010 Clendon Award closes 26 February. Manuscripts must be between

40,000 and 110,000 words. Full details, including the entry form, can be found on the Romance Writers of New Zealand website.

Upcoming Events

In Person Events

(Costings Code: M-member. MC-Member concession. NM-Non-members.)

Tuesday 19 January, 2010 Summer School Editing and Proofreading ~ Penny Johnson

When: 10:00am–4:00pm

Where: Victorian Writers’ Centre

Cost: $105 M, $95 MC, $150 NM

Booking deadline: 21 December

FMI + Bookings: Victorian Writers’ Centre OR (03) 9094 7855

3 x Tuesdays from 19 January, 2010

Marketing your book: Your Best-seller Blueprint ~ Amanda Falconer

When: 6:30pm–8:30pm

Where: Sydney Writers’ Centre

Cost: $265

FMI + Bookings: Sydney Writers’ Centre

@ Saturday 23 January — Saturday 27 February

Writers’ Cafe Tutorials ~ Carol LeFevre

When: 9:00am

Where: Adelaide cafes & SA Writers’ Centre

Cost: $330

FMI + Bookings: http://www.sawriters.on.net/

Saturday 30 & Sunday 31 January

Write a Page Turner ~ Amanda Hampson

When: 10:00am–4:00pm

Where: New South Wales Writers’ Centre

Cost: $190 M, $165 MC, $270 NM

FMI + Bookings: NSW Writers’ Centre

OR (02) 9555 9757

Saturday 6 February

Writing Dramatic Dialogue ~ John Harman

When: 9:30am–4:30pm

Where: University of Western Australia Summer School

Cost: $169

FMI + Bookings: University of Western Australia

OR (08) 6488 2433

Starting Saturday 6^th February, 2010

The Society of Women Writers, WA inc. is conducting creative writing classes in 2010.
Citiplace Community Centre on the concourse.

Saturday morning class

“Writing in the City.”
Stand-alone morning sessions cover all aspects of writing.

When: 10-12 am doors open at 9.30.

Saturday afternoon sessions

“Write your novel from start to finish.”

When: 1-3pm. Doors open at 12.30.

Where: Citiplace Community Centre on the concourse.

Per session is $10 for SWW members -$15.00 for none members. Tutor is Helen Iiles.

Thursday 11 February

Capitalise on creativity: making money from your writing ~ Angelo Loukakis, Angela Tolley & Justin Chadwick

When: 10:00am–4:00pm

Where: South Australian Writers’ Centre

Cost: $100 ASA M, $232 ASA NM

Registration deadline: 4 February

FMI + Bookings: South Australian Writers’ Centre

ONLINE Events

Julie Rowe, a 2006 Golden Heart double finalist, moderates the Announce Online Writing Classes list.

Interested? Subscribe by sending an e-mail to Announceonlinewritingclasses-subscribe@yahoogroups.com.

Thank you to Doreen Sullivan for supplying the Events information to the ‘Cruisin’ the Blog’.

Well that is it for another week, catch up with you on the blog circuit.

Happy reading

Sandie

Cruisin' the Blog & Member's News

Sandie Hudson — Sat, 09 Jan 2010 19:30:31 +0000

10^th Jan – Don’t miss Anna’s regular post on Romance Bandits today, these are always interesting.

11^th Jan – Anna joins the Tote Bags ‘n’ Blogs girls, drop by for a chat.

Anne Gracie ~

Drop by Word Wenches - Anne has a very interesting post about ‘Old Christmas’.

Anne Whitfield ~

Drop by Anne’s blog and read her post on Recently Read – two books Anne read over the Christmas and New Year break.

Christina Phillips ~

Christina had the lovely Rachel Bailey visit her blog on Friday to chat about Claiming His Bought Bride, Rachel’s debut novel due for Australian release in February. Rachel is giving away a copy of Claiming His Bought Bride or The Blackmailed Bride’s Secret Child (Due for Australian release in March). Christina tells me they are keeping the contest open until Tuesday so you have plenty of time.

Kylie Griffins~

This week our Kylie is posting about Networking and applying it in any facet of your life. She talks about networking with her Rural Fire Service unit and how it can apply to us as authors.

Mel Teshco ~

Mel has an interesting post about Book Handling (what type are you?). Drop by and tell Mel how you handle your books.

Janet Woods ~

Janet is another one of our members with an interesting post this week – Reviewing the Reviewers.

Suzanne Brandyn ~

Okay if you have ever received or are yet to receive a rejection letter (let’s face it most of us will), the lovely Suzanne has a post ‘Interpreting Rejection Letters’ on her blog.

Love Cats Downunder ~

11^th Jan – Seven of our newest HM&B CATegory authors have come together to bring us a uniquely different Blog. Drop by and wish the girls luck on their new adventure. Emily May Historical, Mel Teshco Nocturne, Nikki Logan Romance, Rachel Bailey Desire, Tracie Sommers Spice, Sharon Archer Medical, Zana Bell Super Romance.

RWAus Blog ~

11^th Jan – Natalie Hatch ~ Nat’s Monday Craft day.

12^th Jan – Monique Wood – A Day in the Writing Life of Diane Curran

15^th Jan – Anita Mack ~ Blog Bite with Natalie Hatch

As you can see we have a new weekly segment – A Day in the Life of a Writer. This is the brain child of Monique Wood, so if you would like to take part in one of our A day in the Life segments you can send your inquiries here

Blogs of Interest ~

Lady Scribes ~

This is a new Blog which Heather Boyd, one of our members, is a part of ~

Lady Scribes is a group of historical romance authors who initially formed as a critique group. In the process, we developed friendships to last a lifetime as we learned about the art of writing an historical romance. We look forward to interacting with you and hope you will visit often to see what those Lady Scribes are up to every week.
The Lady Scribes are offering you a chance to have your first paragraph critiqued. Drop by the blog for more details.

RWAmerica Fantasy, Futuristic, and Paranormal Chapter – Jayne Ann Krentz on Surviving in the Writing Biz

Book Ends, LLC – Take a Risk—Stay True to Your Voice by Jennifer Stanley

The Blood Red Pencil – How to Create Your Own Bookplates

Member’s Who Blog ~

NOTE OF INTEREST:

A reminder that the 5DI Applications opened on 1st Jan, and close at the end of the month. Visit the RWAus Website for more information.

CONTESTS for 2010:

RWAustralia

Theme Gem: Topaz

Opens: 18^th December 2009

Closes: 29^th January 2010

Opens: Friday 1^st January 2010

Closes: Friday 12^th February 2010

Opens: 15^th February 2010

Closes: 26^th March 2010

See website for details.

The Clendon Award, an annual writing contest in which aspiring romance authors submit an entire manuscript to be judged by devoted romance readers, is now open for submissions for the 2010 award.

The 2010 Clendon Award closes 26 February. Manuscripts must be between

40,000 and 110,000 words. Full details, including the entry form, can be found on the Romance Writers of New Zealand website.

Book Signing

Nalini Singh is making a surprise visit to Galaxy Books next Thursday evening – January 14 at 6.30pm. Visit http://www.galaxybooks.com.au/ for more details or call Galaxy on 02 9267 7222 or email the ever lovely Sofia

If you want to attend you will have to RSVP ASAP. From Tracey O’Hara’s Blog

Upcoming Events

In Person Events

(Costings Code: M-member. MC-Member concession. NM-Non-members.)

Monday 11 January, 2010 ~ Summer School Novel Writing ~ Carmel Bird

When: 10:00am–4:00pm

Where: Victorian Writers’ Centre

Cost: $105 M, $95 MC, $150 NM

Booking deadline: 21 December

FMI + Bookings: Victorian Writers’ Centre OR (03) 9094 7855

Tuesday 14 January, 2010 ~ Summer School To Market, To Market ~ Nadine Davidoff

When: 10:00am–4:00pm

Where: Victorian Writers’ Centre

Cost: $105 M, $95 MC, $150 NM

Booking deadline: 21 December

FMI + Bookings: Victorian Writers’ Centre OR (03) 9094 7855

Tuesday 19 January, 2010 Summer School Editing and Proofreading ~ Penny Johnson

When: 10:00am–4:00pm

Where: Victorian Writers’ Centre

Cost: $105 M, $95 MC, $150 NM

Booking deadline: 21 December

FMI + Bookings: Victorian Writers’ Centre OR (03) 9094 7855

3 x Tuesdays from 19 January, 2010

Marketing your book: Your Best-seller Blueprint ~ Amanda Falconer

When: 6:30pm–8:30pm

Where: Sydney Writers’ Centre

Cost: $265

FMI + Bookings: Sydney Writers’ Centre

@ Saturday 23 January — Saturday 27 February

Writers’ Cafe Tutorials ~ Carol LeFevre

When: 9:00am

Where: Adelaide cafes & SA Writers’ Centre

Cost: $330

FMI + Bookings: http://www.sawriters.on.net/

Saturday 30 & Sunday 31 January

Write a Page Turner ~ Amanda Hampson

When: 10:00am–4:00pm

Where: New South Wales Writers’ Centre

Cost: $190 M, $165 MC, $270 NM

FMI + Bookings: NSW Writers’ Centre

OR (02) 9555 9757

Saturday 6 February

Writing Dramatic Dialogue ~ John Harman

When: 9:30am–4:30pm

Where: University of Western Australia Summer School

Cost: $169

FMI + Bookings: University of Western Australia

OR (08) 6488 2433

Starting Saturday 6^th February, 2010

The Society of Women Writers, WA inc. is conducting creative writing classes in 2010.
Citiplace Community Centre on the concourse.

Saturday morning class

“Writing in the City.”
Stand-alone morning sessions cover all aspects of writing.

When: 10-12 am doors open at 9.30.

Saturday afternoon sessions

“Write your novel from start to finish.”

When: 1-3pm. Doors open at 12.30.

Where: Citiplace Community Centre on the concourse.

Per session is $10 for SWW members -$15.00 for none members. Tutor is Helen Iiles.

Thursday 11 February

Capitalise on creativity: making money from your writing ~ Angelo Loukakis, Angela Tolley & Justin Chadwick

When: 10:00am–4:00pm

Where: South Australian Writers’ Centre

Cost: $100 ASA M, $232 ASA NM

Registration deadline: 4 February

FMI + Bookings: South Australian Writers’ Centre

ONLINE Events

Julie Rowe, a 2006 Golden Heart double finalist, moderates the Announce Online Writing Classes list.

Interested? Subscribe by sending an e-mail to Announceonlinewritingclasses-subscribe@yahoogroups.com.

Thank you to Doreen Sullivan for supplying the Events information to the ‘Cruisin’ the Blog’.

Member’s News ~

Suzi Love ~

Suzi was the first to spread this good news with the exciting announcement that she finalled in Linda Howard Award of Excellence in the Romantic Sensual and Sizzling (Erotica) category with her early Victorian hot historical story. WOOHOO Suzi.

Annie West ~

Annie’s Dec US release ‘Blackmailed Bride, Inexperienced Wife’ spent 3 weeks on the Waldenbooks bestseller list. YAY Annie.

Alison Leake ~

Two of Alison’s single titles have just finalled in US comps:
~ The paranormal/fantasy category of The Emily
~ The amusingly titled ‘unique genre’ category in The Linda Howard Award of Excellence.

Congratulations Alison.

Margaret Tanner ~

Margaret’s novel, The Trouble With Playboys, has been nominated at the Preditors and
Editors poll in the best romance book section. Do drop by and give Margaret your support.

eHarlequin – Mills & Boon Top Ten Sellers

Marriage: For Business or Pleasure – Nicola Marsh

The Virgin and His Majesty – Robyn Donald

Innocent Secretary… Accidentally Pregnant – Carol Marinelli

Forgotten Mistress, Secret Love Child – Annie West

New Boss, New Year Bride – Lucy Clark

The Doctor’s Rebel Knight – Melanie Milburne

Zane: The Wild One & Quade: The Irresistible one – Bronwyn Jameson

The Magnate’s Pregnancy Proposal – Sandra Hyatt

Claiming His Bought Bride – Rachel Bailey

Outback Marriages – Margaret Way

eHarlequin US

Print-

The Desert King’s Housekeeper Bride – Carol Marinelli

eBook-

The Desert King’s Housekeeper Bride – Carol Marinelli

That’s it for another week. Congratulations to all our members who had great news to share, don’t forget to drop by the blogs and support our members.

Happy reading

Sandie

Cruisin' the Blog & Member's News

Sandie Hudson — Sat, 02 Jan 2010 19:30:16 +0000

Happy New Year everyone and welcome to our first ‘Cruisin’ the Blog’ & Member’s News for 2010. What has /is happening around the blogs:

5^th Jan – Debut historical romance author Courtney Milan is Anna’s guest on Romance Bandits. I always find it interesting chatting to debut authors so this will be a must visit.

6^th Jan – Anna into the interviewee’s chair on RWAus Blog when she takes the time to answer my questions on writing and her latest release ‘Captive of Sin’.

7^th Jan – Anna is hosting debut historical romance author Beverley Kendall on Romance Bandits. Oh, how cool, two debut authors in the one week.

10^th Jan – Stop by the Romance Bandits for Anna’s regular Bandit post.

Clair Baxter –

Claire has an interesting post on Harlequin Romance Group Author Blog ‘Goal-setting tips to share?’

Kylie Griffin –

This week Kylie, has a short post about Living In Australia – combine

writing, Australia and kangaroo’s and you have a unique setting for an

author to write!

Sharon Archer –

4^th Jan – Sharon is blogging the medical author’s blogspot – Love is the Best Medicine and giving away a book….

RWAus Blog –

4^th Jan – Natalie Hatch – Craft Day Monday, Nat presents another of her interesting craft topics.

6^th Jan – Sandie Hudson – Anna Campbell joins me on the blog for a chat.

8^th Jan – Anita Mack – Blog Bite, this week Anita steps into the Bite Chair.

Blogs of Interest

Word Wenches –

Anne Gracie writes about Reflections on New Year’s Eve Anne’s posts are always interesting.

Nathan Bransford –

Nathan says “Watch out, because I’m about to get all metaphorical on you” with Holiday Repeat: Digging for Mushrooms.

Daily Kos –

Romance Reader, Unashamed – this post was brought to our attention by Malvina Yock.

Our Members that blog regularly:

I’ll have a new list for you next week.

That’s it for Cruisin’ this week; I know you will find something interesting to read. Don’t forget to support our members.

NOTE OF INTEREST:

A reminder that the 5DI Applications open on 1st Jan, close at end of month. Visit the RWAus Website for more information.

CONTESTS for 2010:

RWAustralia

Theme Gem: Topaz

Opens: 18^th December 2009

Closes: 29^th January 2010

Opens: Friday 1^st January 2010

Closes: Friday 12^th February 2010

Opens: 15^th February 2010

Closes: 26^th March 2010

See website for details.