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Saturday is usually the day that I put the spotlight on my fellow creatives. Since I started writing with the intent to publish, I've met tons of talented writers in the business of doling out 'Happily Ever After's. My circle has grown by leaps and bounds, and I find myself surrounded by storytellers of all types - romance writers, horror writers, sci-fi writers, punk musicians, rock musicians, pop musicians. Seriously, my cup runneth over. I love how much creativity flows through my life and, as things continue, I know that there is so much more to come and so many more amazing people to meet!
On that note, I'd like to introduce a fellow romance writer, Heather Thurmeier. I first 'met' (the internet links the entire world, remember?) around the time I published my first book with Crimson Romance. She's a seasoned pro who has been in the game for a few years now; in Heather's released a ton of fun stories like Stuck On You, Love and Lattes, and The Wedding Hoax. Now her new book, The Hookup Hoax, is all shiny new and ready to be devoured - you guys definitely want to check it out. Heather's brand of storytelling invokes giggles and smiles, along with warm electric fuzzies that comes from a happily ever after. And I've got everything you need right here: her bio, essential book buying info, and an excerpt! Don't forget to visit her on her website.
Meet Heather Thurmeier!
Heather Thurmeier is a lover of strawberry margaritas, a hater of spiders and a reality TV junkie. Born and raised in the Canadian prairies, she now lives in New York with her husband and kids where she's become some kind of odd Canuck-Yankee hybrid. When she's not busy taking care of the kids and pets, Heather's writing her next romance, which will probably be filled with sassy heroines, sexy heroes that make your heart pound, laugh out loud moments and always a happily ever after. She loves to hear from readers on social media and her website is heatherthurmeier.com
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The Wedding Hoax is Here...
The perfect guy. The perfect girl. The perfect
lie.
Sawyer Sterling needs a girlfriend. With the family cabin up for
grabs, he's desperate to prove that he could be the guy to “pass it on.” Of
course, Sawyer also has a tendency to treat relationships like a contagious stomach flu that should be
avoided at all costs. Now he needs a girlfriend-for-hire. Someone
he can trust. Someone he
could never, ever fall for...
Someone like
his best friend's sister.
Sawyer's offer
is exactly what Olivia Morgan needs. After traveling around the world for the
last five years, the promise of a job and free accommodations is heaven. And
sure, maybe Sawyer's a super-hot, charming guy with dimples made for kissing,
but he’s not willing to be the guy—or relationship—she needs.
All it takes is one hot
hook-up before this little hoax gets blown all to hell...
Excerpt from The Wedding Hoax
Turning her back to Sawyer, she opened the cabinet and
reached up to the middle shelf. She never really thought of herself as short
until she had to perch on the balls of her feet to reach something, feeling the
stretch through her entire body, like a yoga instructor. Just as her hand
circled the glass, a cool breeze blew across her right butt cheek.
Her exposed right butt cheek.
Why did I wear a thong today? Couldn’t I take two seconds
to put on pants?
Quickly, she lowered her arm. As she did, the soft cotton
of her nightshirt slid back over her rear, covering her. She swallowed hard.
Did he see? Please be looking anywhere else...
She turned, gripping her newly acquired glass.
His gaze hit her right around the tops of her thighs then
slowly traveled up the length of her body before settling on her eyes. Every
nerve ending came to life under his scrutiny. His jaw muscle bulged as if he
was clenching his teeth.
Oh, he saw. Everything.
“I...” she said, then closed her eyes while trying to
think of something appropriate to say. Sorry I just flashed you my ass?
Thongs, huh? Can’t depend on them for coverage!
She bit her lower lip and forced her eyes open. She was a
big girl. Surely she could face a minor awkward moment head on. Olivia met his
gaze while pulling a quivering breath into her tight lungs.
“I...”
“I’m going to bed,” he said quickly, holding her gaze.
His eyes sparkled in the bright kitchen lights, like the sun reflecting off the
ocean. “I have an early meeting. Tomorrow, I’ll get everything sorted out for
your new job and bring home any paperwork you need to fill out. You can start
first thing next week, okay?” He stared at her for a moment before pushing off
the counter and walking out of the room with what she thought was a sigh.
Could’ve been a quiet groan.
“Thank you,” she called weakly after him, thrilled for
the change in topic, and for his chivalrous behavior concerning her wardrobe
malfunction... until she realized that not only had her platonic,
fake-boyfriend and roommate just seen her naked ass cheek—so had her new boss.
Sawyer Sterling needs a girlfriend. With the family cabin up for
grabs, he's desperate to prove that he could be the guy to “pass it on.” Of
course, Sawyer also has a tendency to treat relationships like a contagious stomach flu that should be
avoided at all costs. Now he needs a girlfriend-for-hire. Someone
he can trust. Someone he
could never, ever fall for...
Love the excerpt! Sounds like a delicious summer read. Wishing you many sales, Heather!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Everyone! I love that scene.
DeleteLove an excerpt that leaves me laughing, and you captured the characters so well in such a concise bit. Sounds like a must read, Heather. Best of luck with it!
ReplyDeleteI love the book premise and REALLY love the excerpt. Thanks for sharing Heather with us, Samantha. :) I believe I have some 'one-clicking' to do...
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