Happy New Year!

As we leave 2019 behind, please accept my best wishes for a happy and healthy new year and a stellar 2020!

It’s a time of fresh beginnings, and whether you’ve made resolutions — I’ve gone with a somewhat vague vow to do everything possible to live healthier — it always feels great to turn a fresh page. Just as it feels to write a new one.

My Next Book: Help Me With My Research

I’m hard at work on a new standalone novel called THE BREAK-UP BOOK CLUB about an eclectic group of readers that meet in the carriage house of a historic Atlanta home.

Although I’ve spoken to a lot of book clubs over the years, I hadn’t belonged to one for some time. As part of my research, I joined a local book club and am thoroughly enjoying it. It’s forced me to read books I might never have chosen (or finished!) and it’s fascinating to hear what others think. Plus, having someone lead the discussion keeps the book-related conversation going much longer than usual, no matter how much wine is consumed.

The book club in my story has been nameless for 17 years and is now looking for a name. I’m looking for book club names for my characters to consider — the more unusual the better! Reply to this email with your book club name, and if my characters choose it — or even consider it on the page — you and your book group will receive advance reading copies.  

For those who are eager for a new Ten Beach Road novel — my inbox is full of your requests — Maddie, Avery, Nikki and crew have been nudging at me, too, so stay tuned!

I hope your holidays were happy. Here are a few shots of my own from the holiday, along with a few of the gifts I received from people who know me a little too well!

At NY Prime with my husband and sons, and Dana Barrett — longtime bestie and honorary member of the family.

Celebrating with Dana and other girlfriends at our building holiday party. 

And now for the gifts.....

And...In Case You Haven't Read It Yet...

My latest novel came out in May, and readers have been writing to share their own wedding dress stories; it's been such fun to hear about them! 

Remember, if you're looking for signed books from me, you can order them from these independent booksellers: Bookmiser and FoxTale Book Shoppe.

As always, I love to hear from readers.  You can reach me through my website. And while you’re there, you can read descriptions and excerpts of all my novels, download discussion questions and book club kits, or order any of my books! 

Here's to a wonderful 2020 for all of us! 

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