For the first time in Audiobook—MY FAIR TEMPTRESS!
“Wickedly witty,” — Julia Quinn, author of Bridgerton
Adorna, Lady Bucknell, the proprietress of the Distinguished Academy of Governesses, folded her hands on her desk and gazed at the young lady seated before her.
Miss Ritter said, “I need a job.”
Pinning her with a direct gaze, Adorna asked, “What are your accomplishments?”
Miss Ritter hesitated a telling moment.
Adorna tried to make it easier for her. “What do you do best?”
“Flirt,” she said promptly.
Adorna believed her. She had seen many a young lady come through her study at the Distinguished Academy of Governesses, all of them in need of assistance, but she had never felt such a kinship as she felt now for Miss Caroline Ritter.
This young lady was beautiful. Her smooth, tanned complexion reminded Adorna of the tale repeated about the Ritters — that four hundred years ago Mr. Ritter brought home a bride from some exotic locale, and since then the women of the family had been temptresses who led all men astray. Miss Ritter certainly fit the role.…
Yet her bonnet was frayed, her hem was frayed, her composure was frayed. The finger of one glove had a hole, badly mended, her lips were chapped from the cold, and her dress had been turned too many times. She had hit bottom, and something had to be done.
“Very well.” Standing, Adorna went to her desk. Digging down to the bottom of the employer requests stacked on her desk, she found the one she wanted and pulled it out. She re-read it, and nodded. “Miss Ritter, I have the perfect position for you.”— For the first time, MY FAIR TEMPTRESS is available in audiobook from Brilliance Publishing, narrated by voice talent Karen Cass!
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MY FAVORITE BRIDE now out in audiobook!
For the first time ever, MY FAVORITE BRIDE (Governess Brides) is out in audiobook, narrated by voice talent Karen Cass!
“The Sound of Music meets Jane Eyre.” — Publisher’s Weekly
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When Miss Samantha Prendregast arrives at Devil’s Fell to take charge of six rebellious girls, the outspoken governess finds she can manage the children with intelligence, guile … and a little bribery. Their dashing, widowed father, Colonel William Gregory, is not so easily charmed—and far too easy to love.
William cherished the orderliness of his life, until this captivating troublemaker distracts him with wit and defiance. Despite the fact that they clash at every meeting, William finds himself drawn to Samantha’s fire. Before he can successfully woo her, William must discover what she’s hiding. But the secret the lady is guarding is far too dangerous to ever reveal …
How was this new cover created? Here are the designer’s notes:
BACKGROUND INSPIRATION: A playful smile paired with an arched brow lets viewers immediately know that Samantha, the heroine of this story, has a mind as sharp as her tongue. Her mysterious gaze hints towards her sordid past, her stylish outfit reveals her London sensibilities, and her confident expression and sassy stance show that she’s ready to take on 6 rebellious little girls as well as their stern military father.
DESIGN APPROACH: A modern approach to a classic style, this cover will appeal to both young and old fans of historical romance.
CREATIVE DIRECTION: In the background, the placid lakes and hills of England’s Lake District are a sharp contrast to the hustle and bustle of London that Samantha is used to. The dusky and romantic landscape belies dangerous secrets, but Samantha’s strength, glittering intelligence and arresting gaze captures the viewer interest.
OVERALL IMPACT: Romantic, Sassy, Sensuous
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Today! INTO THE FLAME in audiobook!
Firebird would never forget this day. The day she discovered her family had lied to her. The day she’d discovered the truth.
Now, finding herself in the safe, familiar setting of the place she had always called home, she hugged her baby, her Aleksandr, and in a steady voice that surely belonged to a stranger, she asked, “Why didn’t you tell me that I’m adopted? That I’m not related to you? To any of you?” She looked right at the woman she had always believed to be her mother. At Zorana. “Why didn’t you tell me I’m not your child?”
Her father had the guts to look bewildered.
Her brothers exchanged glances, the kind she’d seen so many times before, the one that said, She must have cramps.
The other people in the tiny living room—her brothers’ women, the strange man she had yet to meet—looked the way people do when they’ve fallen into an emotional episode they would just as soon avoid.
But her mother…oh, yes. Her mother sat pale, frozen, wide-eyed…guilty.— INTO THE FLAME, out today in audiobook! Listen to a sample chapter.
And with the audiobook publication of INTO THE FLAME,, the Darkness Chosen series is complete. The titles are:
SCENT OF DARKNESS ($2.99 in ebook)
WILDER FAMILY HALLOWEEN (Read it free on my website)
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WRONG ALIBI is published!
IT WAS EARLY MORNING when Evie got to her mother’s house. It looked the same; a narrow, two-story, white bungalow with dark green trim and a white picket fence. Spring bulbs poked their heads out of the flower beds. She lingered on the sidewalk, held by a fear unlike any other she had faced in her ordeal.
When Mama realized the identity of the stranger on her doorstep, would she even let Evie in? More important, was she even home?
Someone was, because someone passed by the living room window, then by a side window toward the back of the house.
Evie walked up the driveway toward the garage, opened the gate, shut it behind her and walked to the side door. She stood, fist raised, wanting to knock.
The door jerked open.
They were face-to-face.
Her mother.
And Evie.
Both were startled.
Evie should explain who she was. Because how could anyone recognize her after all the surgeries?
But Ioana’s face crumpled. “My baby.” Without needing a word or a second glance, Ioana knew her. She pulled Evie into her embrace. “My Evie. You’re alive. You’re alive.”
Evie cried. Even with her broken, rearranged face, her mother knew her.
The moment lasted ten seconds.
Ioana caught her breath, muttered, “We can’t do this here. Old Mr. Gagnon sees everything,” and yanked Evie inside. — WRONG ALIBI is out now! Buy it at your favorite independent bookstore or online:
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Good News for Audiobook Readers!
Love audiobooks? Good news; I’m delighted to announce I sold my entire booklist to the magnificent Brilliance Audio! Over the next year and a half, forty titles will be recorded and published, including my novellas and short stories. Even better, Brilliance has allowed me to pick the narrators, and as each book is released, they are providing audio clips for you. Click the link to listen free to the first chapters and see what you think of my choices!
Out now!
The Complete Bella Terra Series
The Governess Brides Series (in progress)
The complete Darkness Chosen series
SCENT OF DARKNESS
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Upcoming!
MY FAIR TEMPTRESS / Governess Brides 7/6/21
STORM OF VISIONS/Chosen Ones / 7/27/21
IN BED WITH THE DUKE/Governess Brides/ 8/3/21
STORM OF SHADOWS / Chosen Ones / 8/17/21
SOME ENCHANTED EVENING/ Lost Princesses 8/20/21
TAKEN BY THE PRINCE/ Governess Brides/9/7/21
THE BAREFOOT PRINCESS / Lost Princesses/ 9/14/21
CHAINS OF ICE / Chosen Ones / 9/21/21
A WELL PLEASURED LADY / Well Pleasured / 10/5/21
A PIRATE’S WIFE FOR ME / Governess Brides 10/5/21
THE PRINCE KIDNAPS A BRIDE / Governess Brides 10/12/21
SMUGGLER’S CAPTIVE BRIDE / 11/2/21
THIRD SUITOR / Governess Brides / 11/2/21
A WELL FAVORED GENTLEMAN / Well Pleasured / 11/2/21
CHAINS OF FIRE / Chosen Ones / 10/19/21
WILDER / Chosen Ones / 11/16/21
LADY IN BLACK / 11/16/21
THE RUNAWAY PRINCESS/Princess Series / 11/30/2021
SOMEDAY MY PRINCE /Princess Series/1/4/2022
GABRIEL’S GIFT / Lost Hearts / TBD
KIDNAPPED / ONCE UPON A PILLOW / TBD
THE LISTENER / Virtue Falls / TBD
LOVE NEVER DIES / Virtue Falls / TBD
THE WATCHER / Virtue Falls / TBD
UNDER THE KILT / WELL PLEASURED / TBD
WILD TEXAS ROSE / TBD
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At last! RIGHT MOTIVE is published!
It’s just another Tuesday in Rockin, Alaska: one bear cub, two Bigfoot sightings, three corrupt law officers and a sting operation that will test new police officer Gabriella Donatti to the limits…
C’mon, how can your resist? RIGHT MOTIVE with two Bigfoot sightings! Get your copy today!
RIGHT MOTIVE is the novella that introduces you to Rockin Alaska, the small town where WRONG ALIBI (out December 29), is set. Read a RIGHT MOTIVE excerpt!
From Goodreads:
“Bigfoot and the three bears.”
“Witty dialog and quirky character insights.”
“Absolutely delightful.”
I hope you enjoy RIGHT MOTIVE , too!
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Christina Dodd Anniversary Contest Winners
Thank you to everyone who wrote to congratulate me on thirty years of publication, and thank you for celebrating with
me by entering the contests for books, lavender sachets and Barnes and Noble gift certificates.
Congratulations to our three newsletter winners:
Third Prize: Rosie from Louisville, KY
Second Prize: Karin from Big Island, VA
Grand Prize: Silvia from Galt, CA
Congratulations to the Facebook contest winner: Carol from Troy, MI
Congratulations to the Instagram contest winner: Michele from Spokane, WA
The winners have received their prizes.
On February 2, 1990, I received the call telling me my first book, CANDLE IN THE WINDOW, had been accepted for publication. Since then I’ve written and published 58 full-length novels, eight short stories and seven novellas in suspense, paranormal and historical. I’ve written articles, given interviews to magazines, podcasts and TV, and had my photo taken a million times, almost always with my eyes shut. I’ve had so much fun meeting you at autographings and reading your correspondence!
Karin took a photo of her prize. Thank you, Karin!
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Christina Dodd’s Anniversary Cake
Sometimes in an author’s career there comes a moment that resonates with emotion. I had one of those times on 
Saturday February 8 when, at The Poisoned Pen Bookstore, those wonderful booksellers presented me with a cake and balloons to celebrate my 30th publishing anniversary. I was reminded of my first autographing at the bookstore where I was a bookseller (Carol’s Book Corner in Houston) when a customer presented me with a cake she’d had decorated with the cover of my first book, CANDLE IN THE WINDOW.
Yep, I shed a few tears.
Then I ate cake.
Both cakes were yummy. I wish I could share them with you all, dear friends. Thank you for a wonderful 30 years!
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Enjoy more photos from the autographing!
Cake! Homemade! Delicious!
Thrilled with the cake and my dear readers!
The line to get books autographed. Everyone was so patient!
L to r: Authors Paige Shelton, Allison Brennan, Christina Dodd and our wonderful Poisoned Pen bookseller and reviewer, John Charles.
STRANGERS SHE KNOWS Receives Library Honor!
STRANGERS SHE KNOWS made the top of the King County Library Winter Book Recommendations! King County (Seattle) is the second largest library system in the U.S., so this is quite an honor.
Thank you to all of you who request my books from your library system. When libraries are healthy, this author is happy!
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The Winner of the Suspense Title Survey is Not What You Think
When we last spoke, I told you my publisher wanted a different title for my next thriller set in Alaska, a title that shouted Alaska and suspense. I posted a survey with the five excellent title finalists and asked which one you thought the sales department would choose, and promised to keep you up-to-date about their decision. 1200+ of you voted, with the lead wavering between between four of the five titles.
I suppose you’re wondering which title the publisher picked…
Well…
Ahem. The publisher decided they want to stick with the original title, WRONG ALIBI.
It’s fine. Really. WRONG ALIBI was my title, and it’s a strong suspense title. But…
Is the book WRONG ALIBI finished?
Yes. I’m editing it now.
When will WRONG ALIBI come out?
WRONG ALIBI will be published December 29, 2020. Yes, I know! A whole year away. Hang in there! There’ll be at
least one short story coming to ease the wait.
Is WRONG ALIBI coming in print as well as ebook?
Yes, in hardcover for you collectors, and trade paperback (large size), eBook, and audio. As soon as the links are up, I’ll alert you in my newsletter, or you can check back here on the website.
Is that the final WRONG ALIBI cover?
No. The art department has been instructed to do design a cover that clearly says Alaska and suspense. I can’t wait to see what those clever artists come up with. Stay tuned, I expect to see it in early 2020.
I know WRONG ALIBI is set in Alaska and it’s a thriller. What’s it about?
You can read the back copy on the WRONG ALIBI book page. There’ll be an excerpt posted soon.
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