Tag Archives: romance novels

Fools for Luv and here’s to tomorrow!

Posted on February 11, 2013 by Julia Barrett

Romance author Penny Watson and I are at the Fools for Luv bloghop – come join us for food and fun. I’ve shared a recipe for Thai Pulled Chicken and Penny has shared one of her faves – the famous … Continue reading →

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So how do you like your heroes?

Posted on April 18, 2012 by Julia Barrett

With a side of grits?  Hashbrowns?  Bacon?  Ham?  On whole wheat toast? The subject came up between hubby and myself when I read a post about why men should read romance and women, thrillers.  I read both, duh, in addition … Continue reading →

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I want to talk about something of interest to me: forced seduction….the appeal or lack thereof.

Posted on June 27, 2010 by Julia Barrett

Jessica at her site, Read React Review, recently posted about the campy fun of reading ye olde bodice ripper. She featured The Raider, by Jude Deveraux.  Here is a quote from the book.  Keep in mind, it’s taken out of … Continue reading →

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Did you buy a romance novel for Christmas?

Posted on December 25, 2009 by Julia Barrett

Romance Novel Sales are Booming in this tough economy.  While other genres are down somewhere between 14% and 17%, Romance has seen an increase in sales – some studies sight an increase of 2.5%  over last year, while other information … Continue reading →

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