French letters and rubber johnnies: Condom use in romance novels

Last week I discovered an absolutely wonderful blog – Romance Novels for Feminists. Though I’m proud to hold my hand up and shout that I’m a feminist, I don’t think you have to identify yourself as one in order to enjoy this blog. Jackie, who runs the blog, published a very thoughtful post last week… Continue reading French letters and rubber johnnies: Condom use in romance novels

Winner of the Molly O’Keefe giveaway!

Thanks to all of you lovely people who welcomed Molly O’Keefe to the blog last week. One person won her latest novel, Crazy Thing Called Love. Hot hockey player, ahoy! And that winner is…Suz Glo! Congratulations! I already have your mailing address, so I’ll send it on to Molly. Didn’t win? Here’s more info about… Continue reading Winner of the Molly O’Keefe giveaway!

Winners of the Beverley Kendall giveaway!

Thanks to everyone who stopped by Beverley Kendall’s post on what makes an alpha male – and the difference between alphas and alphaholes. Bev is giving away three copies of her new adult romance When In Paris…and the lucky winners are Jen B (whose definition I love: “He should be big and bad and a… Continue reading Winners of the Beverley Kendall giveaway!

Interview with Molly O’Keefe – & giveaway!

Molly O’Keefe sold her first book to Harlequin when she was 25 and recently branched out with a series of longer contemporary romances, which has introduced her to a whole new audience (including me). She’s best known for her beautifully crafted characters and the mix of humor and emotion she injects her stories with. I’m… Continue reading Interview with Molly O’Keefe – & giveaway!

Winners of my Contemporaries to Covet giveaway!

Update: Cindy Gerard is giving away her prize to one lucky reader. How cool is that? So instead of sending Cindy a gift certificate, I’m going to give away her romantic suspense Killing Time on Twitter tomorrow. Make sure you follow me on Twitter and keep an eye out tomorrow! Thank you to everyone who… Continue reading Winners of my Contemporaries to Covet giveaway!