A burning need to read; to finish just one more chapter. Blogging about books and authors to OBSESS over. Staying up all night because, after all, sleep is a symptom of book deprivation.

June 5, 2026

Release Blitz: xoxo Summer


Blurb:


I can’t decide if my new summer tenant—a devastatingly handsome hockey player and single
dad—is the answer to my problems or the start of a new one.

When big-city developers threaten to buy up my small town, I need to save the rental cottage
next door from demolition. I have a plan . . . until Daniel Sutton checks in.

Six-four, a face chiseled by the gods, and a body built by a career on the ice, I’m knocked
sideways. He’s charming with me and adorable with his son. And when we touch, it’s electric.

But two things change everything. The pipes break in the cottage, and his agent calls. Before I
can stop myself, I’m offering him a place to stay, and Daniel is offering me the answer to my
problems. He’ll buy the cottage for me if I help him clean up his reputation.

Sounds simple enough. But when I start to fall in love with him, even though I know he’s leaving
in a few months, it’s suddenly more complicated than ever.

I’m willing to take a chance on us and pour my heart into a letter. But with him skating on thin
ice, he’s going to have to sacrifice something—me or his career.

I just hope XOXO, Summer isn’t the last thing I ever say to him.

Buy Link:
https://geni.us/XOXOAm
Available in KU

About  the Author


New York Times and USA Today Bestselling Author, S.L. Scott, writes character driven, heart-racing
suspense, and swoony romances that will leave you glued to the page. With stories ranging from witty
beach reads to heart wrenching and heart healing, her stories are highly regarded as emotional,
relatable, and captivating.

Her books are more than escapes for the voracious readers of today. They are journeys of the heart
that always come with a happily ever after reward at the end.

For more information, visit her website and sign up for her newsletter. She also loves to connect with
readers on social media.
Connect with S.L. Scott:
https://linktr.ee/s.l.scott



 

June 4, 2026

Release Blitz & Review : Knox Unleashed




Blurb:


USA Today bestselling author Scarlett Cole, writing as S. Cole, delivers an electrifying small-town, enemies-to-lovers, age-gap romance set deep in the Florida Everglades.


MAREN

Everyone in Gator Flats knows Knox.

They know the sound of his bike rolling through the swamp. The way men step aside when he walks into a room. And they know my father shot his brother and somehow kept his badge.

I should hate Knox.

Instead, every time he looks at me, I feel like he sees the parts of me I’ve spent my whole life trying to hide while working at the Magnolia Bait and Marine Supply.

Wanting him is dangerous.

But maybe staying exactly who I’ve always been is worse.


KNOX

I rule Gator Flats.

Seventeen years wearing the president’s patch, and every man in this swamp answers to me. So when someone gives up a club member’s location to an enemy, I take it personal.

What I don’t need is Maren Caldwell driving past my compound like her father didn’t change both our lives forever.

She’s too young. Too tied to things that never washed clean. And every time I look at her, I forget that wanting something and taking it are two different things.

Buy Link:


Available in KU

Review

Great first book to a series. This is an extension of the authors other MC books. We are off to Florida to see what this group is up to. Knox is the President and thinks he has his small community in hand. The Sherriff's daughter ends up throwing him for a loop!

I loved Maren to pieces! What a great match for Knox. She was so sure of herself and firm in her beliefs. She also didn't just take Knox or his brothers at face value but rather learned more about the lifestyle.

The romance building was fantastic. We see lots of the MC works and meet all the members. And when things got tough, Knox calls for support from some old friends that regular readers may recognize.

Another great read by this author. Looking forward to Vandal's story.


I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.




About   the  Author


Scarlett Cole is a contemporary romance and romantic suspense author who calls both Toronto, Canada and Manchester, England home. A born city dweller, she periodically quashes the urge to live in the country by hiking up a mountain to remind herself that living away from people would terrify the pants off her.

She believes everybody deserves their love story to be told and loves her heroes on the rough and rugged side…and usually tall (because she married one of those 6ft 6” men you read about in romance!). She’s an A-type personality and Scorpio star sign, so good luck getting her to do anything she doesn’t want to.


When she isn’t writing, she’s happy to talk hot men and expensive shoes while drinking a cold gin and tonic. Don’t bring up olives. As far as Scarlett is concerned, they are the devil’s food. As long as you don’t bring up olives, she’s happy to hear from any time.


Connect with S. Cole:

https://www.instagram.com/scarlettcole/


May 26, 2026

Release Blitz & Review: Wilde Flame

 



Tropes -
Enemie to Lover
Small Town
Cowboy Romance
Grumpy/Sunshine
Cowboy With a Guarded Heart
Surprise Pregnancy




Book Blurb


Lilibeth

When I moved to River Falls, Colorado, falling for the town’s broody, tight-lipped cowboy was not part of the plan. Yet somehow, every run-in with Caden Wilde turns into a battle of sharp words and stolen glances. We argue like we’re at war, but my pulse never gets the memo.

He’s stubborn. Infuriating. Impossible.

And the most breathtaking man I’ve ever seen.

When a twist of fate forces us to spend a few days alone together, the line between enemies and something far more dangerous begins to blur. Beneath the scowls and sarcasm, I see pieces of the man he tries so hard to hide.

There’s just one problem. Caden doesn’t believe in relationships.

So, I agree to his rules. A few days. No promises. No expectations. We’ll walk away as friends when it’s over.

Simple.

Until my heart refuses to play by those rules.



Caden

Two years ago, the woman I planned to marry shattered my future with a single word. Since then, I’ve kept my life simple, my ranch, my routine, and no room for anything that could wreck me again.

Then Lilibeth Asher blows into town like a Colorado storm.

She’s sunshine where I’m shadows. Hope where I’m hesitant. Too kind, too bright, too tempting for a man who swore he was done believing in forever. From the moment we met, she’s challenged me, pushing my buttons, breaking through my silence, and making me feel things I buried long ago.

When a snowstorm traps us together, I convince myself I can handle it. A temporary truce. A few nights in my bed. No strings attached.

I’ve survived heartbreak before. I can survive this.

But Lilibeth isn’t temporary. She slips past my defenses, tearing down the walls I built piece by piece. And when life throws us a curveball neither of us sees coming, walking away is no longer an option.

Now I have a choice to make. Smother this spark before it roars out of control.

Or surrender to the wild flame she’s ignited inside me—a fire fierce enough to burn away my past and powerful enough to light the rest of my life.





Review

I have been excited to see Caden's story since the series started. So grumpy and so serious! Loved seeing the Wilde family rally around him in hopes his heart was healed and could truly love.

I love this small town and all the characters. Lilibeth fits in perfect. Caden and Lili had a lot of a barriers to overcome before that HEA. I loved seeing the layers pulled back and Caden have his aha moment. Once he was all in he was such a romantic. Good riddance to that old ex. Lilibeth will spend her life being showered with his love.

Wonderful addition to the series! I can't wait to see who is next!


I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.


About  the  Author


Kelly Elliott is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling contemporary romance author. Since finishing her bestselling Wanted series, Kelly continues to spread her wings while remaining true to her roots and giving readers stories rich with hot protective men, strong women and beautiful surroundings.

Her bestselling works include, Wanted, Broken, Without You, and Unconditional Love, to name just a few.

Kelly has been passionate about writing since she was fifteen. After years of filling journals with stories, she finally followed her dream and published her first novel, Wanted, in November of 2012.

Kelly lives in central Texas with her husband, daughter, and two pups. When she’s not writing, Kelly enjoys reading and spending time with her family. She is down to earth and very in touch with her readers, both on social media and at signings.

To find out more about Kelly and her books, you can find her through her website.

www.kellyelliottauthor.com