Almost Christmas in July!

Sure, it’s summer and we’re largely more interested in barbecuing and slipping into some new swimwear then worrying about Christmas trees… okay, maybe we’re a little worried about Christmas trees. What better way to beat the heat than to sit by the water with a snowy, sweet romance that takes place during one of the most beloved holidays? As a long time reading and writing friends know, we have written two Christmas romance novels together!

When mistletoe is not enough…

With her only son still single, Mrs. Claus is rolling up her red sleeves and playing matchmaker. With a little advice from Cupid and a list of potential brides, she’s convinced a dash of magic will get the snowball rolling. There’s just one problem, Nick isn’t looking for love. All he wants to do is fill his father’s boots as he prepares to take over as Santa Claus.

While Mrs. Claus is scheming away, Nick meets Heather, a charming artist with a giving heart and a loving smile. Preparing for her first Christmas alone, Heather is looking for adventure. Nick becomes a kindred spirit as they both remember what it’s like to live in the moment. Just as they think they found a fairytale romance, Nick discovers his mother’s magical meddling.

With Christmas Eve quickly approaching, Nick must decide if his love for Heather was the real magic all along or if it was just the work of Cupid Claus?

Order your copy of Cupid Claus in ebook or paperback HERE

A seat on the throne or a place in her heart?

Greyson Montgomerydreams of a simple life, but as the crown prince of Aldora, simple is not in his future. Before ascending the throne on Christmas Eve, Greyson is given one month to explore how the other half lives. Armed with a few hundred dollars and a fake backstory, Greyson flies to Savannah, Georgia, to see if he has what it takes to chase the American Dream.

Scarlett Calhoun is a Southern Belle with a heart as big as a Georgia peach. When she meets the charming construction worker, Greyson, it isn’t long before she is embracing the holiday cheer. Soon, she’s teaching him how to cook, falling for his exotic accent and soulful eyes, and joining him on picnic lunches where they talk for hours.

With Christmas Eve nearing, Greyson must fly back to Aldora and either abdicate the throne, or take his rightful place as king. Will he ignore his birthright to remain with Scarlett or will she be royally abandoned?

Order your copy of Royally Abandoned in ebook or paperback HERE

Island Charm

It’s summer at last, which means beach books and poolside reads. My first waterside reading was Island Charm by Audrey Wick.

• Genre: Christian Romance
• Heat Level: ❤️
• Overall Rating: 6/6 Glass Slippers

Anna didn’t plan to end up going on her sister’s honeymoon in Key West, Florida alone. Her jilted at the alter twin sister ditched her at the airport, leaving her to visit the sandy shores and clear waters of the Keys. But a suitcase mixup left her with her heartbroken sister’s luggage, and vacation bucket list, which Anna feels she has to do. All she needs now is a local to help her find the perfect Key Lime pie.

Local Gunnar is on the hunt for his favorite pie when he, literally, bumps into a pretty, strawberry blonde. But his full time job has him running into beautiful tourists all the time, when he’s not literally running after his older friend, Jack, to make sure he isn’t causing any trouble. But thoughts of Anna are hard to shake.

What began with an accidental vacation and a bucket list turns into something more when Gunnar and Anna can’t seem to stay away.

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My parents have lived in the keys for six years, so I’m pretty familiar with the ins and outs of Key West. I know where to get the best cupcakes, which for your information is Key West Cakes, and I know who has the best frozen drinks, that would be Flying Monkeys. I thought Wick did a wonderful job capturing the feeling of the Keys. It seemed like the only thing that was missing were the dozens of chickens and their fluffy, little babies who seem to be everywhere.

While this book is technically a Christian romance, it isn’t heavily religious, nor is it lacking in the religious undertones that makes it fit the genre so well. This story was cute, funny, and…well, charming. It would easily be enjoyed by those, like me, who don’t necessarily seek out Christian romances on a regular basis. Really, I recommend this book to all romance lovers looking for an easy read by the water this summer.

50% Off Sale

Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms, grandmas, aunties, god mothers, sisters, fur moms, and teachers out there who add a little extra into all our lives! To celebrate the holiday made for mamas, Tule Publishing is offering 50% off all the ebooks in their online bookstore, so you can spend the day doing what you love…reading some awesome books and finding a few new favorites.

Between May 7th and 10th, you can collect some cozy mysteries, steamy romances, sweet holiday tales, and cowboy stories that were made to be remembered. Really, between the murder novels and holiday fling books, there’s never been a better time to find something new to read.

Shop all of Tule Publishing’s books HERE and use the code WeLoveMoms for 50% off all books! And that includes all the Tule books we’ve written so far.

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Download your copy of this sweet romance HERE

Nat has been married to her job at Hazel Oaks Resort for too long, now she has her sights set on finding love. Hudson’s never been good at staying in one place for too long, always looking for the next adventure. When their boss puts the two opposites on an assignment that has a marriage on the line, will romance follow?

Download your copy of this sweet romance HERE

Prince Greyson isn’t sure he’s ready to lead a country and sets off to spend time in America as a simple man to figure things out. Scarlett’s a southern belle who longs to break free from societal rules. When the pair begin to fall for each other and jet off to the castle for the holidays, will the pressures of the crown crush their budding romance?

Download your copy of this sweet romance HERE

As the son of Santa, Nick knows he’s next in line for the job, and works too hard to find time for love. When Nick begins to fall for Heather, he thinks it might be true love. But is their romance real or just the result of some messing magic curtesy of Mrs. Claus?

Download your copy of this steamy romance HERE

Rose is more than ready to let loose during her bff’s Scottish Highland’s wedding. But a messy encounter with the best man leaves her wondering if she’s ready to tackle living on the wild side. Luckily for her, the laird of the castle is more than willing to help.

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Whisky heiress Sorcha has always been an artist, until her inspiration dries up, leaving her frustrated. Her childhood friend Danny is all grown up and ready to help find her next muse, but a shared tragedy makes closeness hard to handle. Neither can erase the past, and that might just be their undoing.

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Midwife Savannah is in the midst of a breakup when she goes to Scotland for a wedding. When her ex shows up, a hottie in a kilt plays the part of her fake boyfriend. But when the line between reality and pretend begins to blur, will she be able to say goodbye?

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Disgraced reporter Aiden hates that he’s had to come back to work in his hometown until he can clear his name. His first assignment is to cover to local dog rescue, but he’s more than surprised when a pretty young woman named Emily opens the door. working together seems like a breeze, until feelings enter the mix.

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Publishing heiress Olivia is in the small town of Marietta, remodeling her grandmother’s ranch house in order to prove her worth to her father’s company, when she bumps into handsome neighbor Kit. He needs her land to graze his cattle and she needs his help to make her deadline. They promise to stay out of each other’s way, but when someone you want is right next door, it’s easier said than done.

Download your copy of this steamy romance HERE

Wes’s bull riding career might be over after a bad fall, and he’s back home to mull over his options. He’s not pleased to be saddled with a pretty blonde heiress named Molly as a ranch hand, but at least she’s not afraid of getting her hands dirty. She’s looking for a good time and he’s looking for the next big win, neither were looking for romance.

Download your copy of this steamy romance HERE

Claire’s always loved the road most traveled, until her fiancé rocks her world, leaving her to flee to Marietta with a bucket list to help her live on the wild side. On the first day, she’s rescued by a tall, dark, handsome stranger with a French accent who vows to help her with his list in exchange for her event planning skills. She wants to live the perfect life, and that means getting back to her old world, but will she be able to let go of everything she’s discovered?

Tule Ebook Sale

Every so often, Tule Publishing sets up a sale to beat all sales. For January, they’re hosting a special 50% off sale on all their available ebooks, which you can download to read on any of your favorite platforms! All you need to do is visit their online shop and use the code JANUARYSALE at checkout.

That’s right, sweet holiday romances, steamy westerns, magical tales, and contemporary mysteries by dozens of wonderful authors are all 50% off. While this sale doesn’t count towards our upcoming releases (Operation Valentine and To Wrangle a Rancher) it does apply towards all of our currently available books!

Visit the Tule online bookstore HERE and don’t forget to use the code JANUARYSALE at checkout!

And to remind you which of our currently available books you might want to add to your ebook library, here they are!

A dog rescuer with big dreams meets a photojournalist whose big dreams have just been crushed. Can they come together to build a life they both can be proud of, or was it nothing but a fall fling?

Falling in Puppy Love is sweet, full of fall magic, and available HERE

A sassy southern bell and a royal on the run begin to fall in love, but the weight of the crown might be too much for either of them to bear. The pair must figure out if they belong together before the ball drops on New Years Eve.

Royally Abandoned is Sweet, Christmassy, and available HERE

Mrs. Claus is tired of seeing her only son spend every Christmas alone, and uses her own brand of holiday magic to find him a match. But when he discovers her plot, he’ll have to rethink his budding romance.

Cupid Claus is sweet, magical, and available HERE

An American girl goes to Scotland for her BFF’s beautiful, Highland wedding. But an entanglement with the best man, a castle full of secrets, and her own messy life complicates things in ways she never imagined.

What Happens in the Highlands is steamy, funny, and available HERE

A whisky heiress with a love of art finds inspiration with a childhood friend who has really grown up since their days by the loch. But after a tragedy that rocked both their worlds, she’s afraid to ever love again

What Happens in the Ruins is steamy, touching, and available HERE

An American midwife goes to Scotland for a wedding and a baby in the wake of a terrible breakup. When her ex follows her to the Highlands, a fake boyfriend might be just the thing to shake him loose.

What Happens in the Castle is steamy, witty, and available HERE

Cuddle Up This Christmas

We did a Hanukkah romance novel post, which you can read here, but the holidays are filled with so many lovely novels to read. It’s nearly Christmas, so we need to give some new and old Christmas-themed books some love!

The Christmas Window by Melissa McClone

Doggie daycare owner Callie has her heart set on winning best window display in her town this Christmas season. Brandt doesn’t really want to be back in his small hometown for the holidays, but his meddling aunts have a heavy hand and love playing matchmaker. Can their romance survive the holiday rush?

Love at the Icicle Café by Denise N. Wheatley

Mina has fond memories of baking in the Icicle Café with her mom in Germany, but when her parents want to sell, she flies in to help. Chef Scott grew up with Mina and now works at the cafe. He wants to buy it, but can’t outbid the big hotel. Can the childhood friends come up with a compromise, or will their budding romance melt away?

The Christmas Sing Off by Sinclair Jayne

Retired pop star Shepard has returned to his Tennessee hometown to find inspiration, just in time to be drafted into helping with the Christmas festival. When songwriter Tyler comes home to help with the festival too, she’s paired with Shepard for the Christmas Carol Sing Of. But as she’s pulled into Shepard’s orbit, she begins to think he’s too out of her league.

Christmas With You by Nan Reinhardt

Retired actor Aiden’s returned to his family’s winery, where an old, local showboat catches his eye. He decides to refinish it during the holidays and buys it from single mom Holly, who he finds just as charming. Holly used to have a crush on Aiden when they were kids, and finds him hard to resist now. But life is messy and who’s the day he won’t be back in Hollywood by New Years?

Christmas in Angel Harbor by Jeannie Moon

Jane’s been in charge of her family’s bookstore for twenty-five years…until her landlord announces her building’s been sold. She’s left wondering what this means for her life, and her father’s legacy in Angel Harbor. Dan has just moved back to town after making it big as a bestselling author. His favorite bookstore is still open, but the girl behind the counter is now a beautiful woman. He makes it his Christmas mission to show Jane how important she really is.

Montana Cowboy Christmas by Jane Porter

Barrel racer Ivy has returned home, hoping for a miracle, but the one person that offers to come to her rescue is the one who once left her. Rodeo champ Sam is only in town for a relaxing holiday with his family before he runs into Ivy, who he has a chance to help. But will a ring on her finger be enough to save the day?

Under the Mistletoe by Eve Gaddy

Paramedic Georgie has moved to Last Stand, Texas for a fresh start after being heartbroken. She meets firefighter Spencer under the mistletoe and thinks he’s charming, but she’s been burned and isn’t looking to be hurt again. Just as Spencer begins to crack through her hardened exterior, a blast from her past threatens the budding romance.

Montana Christmas Magic by Kaylie Newell

Griffin loves living the quiet life in Marietta, but his world gets a little wild when the beautiful cafe owner Rae comes to cash in on a favor he owes her. When Rae impulsively rescues a dog, her landlord threatens to throw her out. Lucky for her, Griffin has a house and a fenced in yard. Will a dog in need draw them together, or is this nothing more than getting even?

Texas Christmas Baby by Katherine Garbera

Zara’s pregnant and alone for Christmas after finding out her baby’s father wasn’t who she thought he was. When she meets a handsome stranger, she thinks it might be a holiday miracle, but he’s not who she thought he was either. J.T. Is on a quest to get to know his half-sister when he meets her best friend Zara instead, and doesn’t want his identity to put any pressure on things. But will his lie about his identity spin out of control and ruin things just as they begin?

A Home for the Holidays by Jeannie Watts

Jason hasn’t been back to Holly, Idaho in a decade, but as soon as he comes home for Christmas, an unpaid parking ticket from his youth results in some community service to pay off his debts. Tess is back in Holly to take over running the animal shelter, and starts her management by hosting an adoption event for the ages. A new volunteer named Jason helps shake things up, and sparks new feelings she grows to love. But his stay is only temporary and she doesn’t need the heartache.

Hanukkah Romances

Tonight is the first night of Hanukkah! This global celebration holds special meaning for the Jewish faith and brings families together. But what about romance? We’ve compiled a mini list of some Hanukkah romances we love or are excited for this year.

Miracles and Menorahs by Stacey Agdern

Sarah needs a centerpiece for the town’s Hanukkah festival fast. Her dreams of having a giant menorah to showcase the holiday are on thin ice, and the only man who can save it has little interest in lending his metal work talents. Will Issac come around to a new way of celebrating, or will Sarah’s big plans fall apart?

Eight Cozy Nights by Julia Wolf

Larissa is beyond busy studying for her PHD, and is nearly ready to skip Hanukkah completely when a near death experience, courtesy of her hot new neighbor, makes her think she might want to find her menorah. Yo is taking time off for his favorite holiday to relax, but when a new, curvy neighbor falls into his life, relaxation is the last thing on his mind.

An Open Heart by Caroline Warfield

In 1813, Esther is hoping for a holiday romance as she prepares to attend a prestigious party. But whatever man she chooses must be able to both live up to their Jewish traditions and branch out of their small community to learn new things. Adam enters the season looking for a docile future wife, but the outspoken Esther is the one he can’t stop thinking about. Can the ball bring them together?

Lights, Latkes, and Love by Peggy Bird

David adores the holidays, especially when it comes to making the season brighter for the children in need at his nonprofit. Hannah, on the other hand, sees it as a waste of time. But she needs to put on a smile as her boss puts her in charge of a charity event to benefit David’s nonprofit. Can David make this holiday one to remember or will both spend New Years alone?

Lighting the Flames by Sarah Wendell

Genevieve and Jeremy have attended the same Jewish summer came for years, first as campers, then as staff. Now they’re all grown up and helping to host a special family winter camp for Hanukkah. are they destined to spend one last stay together as friends, or will they leave as something more?

A Whole Latke Love by Jodi Payne

To Matthew, there’s nothing worse than an office holiday party where the only holiday present is Christmas. Luckily, a plate of latkes saves the evening. The holidays are a busy time for caterer Ethan, but when he sees a blast from the past enjoying his latkes, he can’t stay away. Will the Hanukkah staple help to bring them together, or are they destined to be nothing more than a fling?

Revving up the Holidays by A.S Fenichel

There are only two pluses for Isaac coming home for Hanukkah; his motorcycle and his sister’s best friend Giada. But Giada isn’t the carefree girl he remembers. Giving up her career to care for her dying parents has been hard. While neither can open up their hearts, their bodies are fair game this holiday.

Eight Kisses (an Anthology)

This anthology features eight Hanukkah romances featuring hometown visits, regency Scotland, online dating, and tales that are super sweet or super spicy. There’s a story for each night of light!

Happy Hanukkah and happy reading!

Operation Valentine

We have a super exciting way to start 2021 and couldn’t want to celebrate it with all of you! We’ve embarked on a new romance journey together in a sweet series that takes place at a fabulous, fictional resort. Today we’d like to share the cover, blurb, and the preorder links for Operation Valentine, Hazel Oaks Resort book one.

She’s determined to play Cupid, but will her arrow go astray?

Nat Keller has worked at upstate New York’s Hazel Oaks Resort her entire adult life, dedicating herself to the lakeside lodge she considers home. After moving constantly as a child, planting roots and showcasing her organizational skills as the resort’s Head Concierge is her dream job. When she’s tasked with helping a married couple rekindle their romance, she’s excited to prove herself until she learns she’ll be working with a partner.

Lead Adventure Coordinator Hudson Dougal has never stayed in one place for long. He’s worked at Hazel Oaks for nearly a year and is contemplating his next big move when he’s asked to work with the only woman who seems to be immune to his charm. Always up for a challenge, Hudson accepts.

Soon, Nat and Hudson are igniting more than just a stale marriage. But just as Hudson wonders if roots have a purpose, he receives another opportunity. Will love be enough of an adventure to convince him to stay?

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Operation Valentine will be out on January 25, 2021, just in time to get you in the mood for Valentine’s Day!

You can preorder the ebook HERE now at all the major retailers, with the paperback becoming available soon. Happy reading!

Falling for the Innkeeper

Good afternoon reader friends! Today I have a brand new review for you, a sweet romance by Meghann Whistler entitled Falling for the Innkeeper!

• Heat Level: ❤️
• Genre: Christian Romance
• Overall Rating: 5/6 Glass Slippers

Laura Lessoway is just trying to keep moving forward in the wake of a divorce from her workaholic husband. She and her young daughter Emma have been living at the Sea Glass Inn, a place once owned by her grandmother and left partially to her. Her mother’s trying to sell it, but Laura isn’t going to let her grandmother’s legacy go without a fight.

Johnathan Masters is a lawyer working on behalf of Carberry Hotels and is hoping to snag a prime piece of ocean front property. He’s not keen on playing hardball with a single mom, but he’s already arranged to stay a few days and is hoping he’ll seal the deal and go back to his office a winner.

Both are dealing with the scars of their pasts and learning to overcome their own fears for the future. While there’s an old saying that sea air cures all, it’ll take more than a stroll on the beaches of Cape Cod to bring this pair together.

Personally, I generally haven’t read much Christian romance, but I really enjoyed how Whistler made it a theme in her book without it being the focus. Laura’s faith just added to her character and it was nice to see how each of her decisions was given multiple layers of thought. Still, if you don’t enjoy religion as an ongoing theme, this book might not be for you, but general romance readers will probably see it as I did–a Hallmark-ish novel set in a charming location.

Laura and Johnathan have a great back and forth. They really seemed matched when it came to wits, and gave as good as they got. Honestly, if I didn’t know it was Whistler’s debut novel, I would have thought she was a seasoned author! The scenery was clear and the inner thoughts of the main characters were clear as a bell.

I’d recommend this book to all romance readers who enjoy a sweet read with a little faith and a whole lot of laughs.

Royally Abandoned Sale

Happy holidays everyone!

We’re had such a fun year so far as friends and writers. Sarah’s been busy with her recent move to Virginia and her job in personnel security. Kelsey’s still working for the nonprofit and her daughter started kindergarten.

We’ve been to New York City for dinner with Tule Publishing, went to Hallmark’s first Christmas Con, and had some of our books pitched to film directors. Between late night phone calls, constant rewrites, and brainstorming sessions, we’ve also began more writing projects we hope to share more about soon.

We’re thrilled to say we’ve set up a special holiday sale to round out the year where Royally Abandoned will be on sale for only $0.99 from now until December 26th!

A seat on the throne or a place in her heart?

Greyson Montgomerydreams of a simple life, but as the crown prince of Aldora, simple is not in his future. Before ascending the throne on Christmas Eve, Greyson is given one month to explore how the other half lives. Armed with a few hundred dollars and a fake backstory, Greyson flies to Savannah, Georgia, to see if he has what it takes to chase the American Dream.

Scarlett Calhoun is a Southern Belle with a heart as big as a Georgia peach. When she meets the charming construction worker, Greyson, it isn’t long before she is embracing the holiday cheer. Soon, she’s teaching him how to cook, falling for his exotic accent and soulful eyes, and joining him on picnic lunches where they talk for hours.

With Christmas Eve nearing, Greyson must fly back to Aldora and either abdicate the throne, or take his rightful place as king. Will he ignore his birthright to remain with Scarlett or will she be royally abandoned?

This book is available for only $0.99 on Amazon, iBooks, Barnes and Noble, and Google Play HERE!PS. Royally Abandoned is up for a Swoony Award in the Christmas Romance and Royal/Celebrity Romance! If you’d like to vote, click HERE and type in the title and our names.

Cupid Claus

We’re happy to announce our latest release, Cupid Claus. This sweet, magic, Christmas romance will have you reaching for the hot cocoa and wondering what’ll be beneath your tree this year.

When mistletoe is not enough…

With her only son still single, Mrs. Claus is rolling up her red sleeves and playing matchmaker. With a little advice from Cupid and a list of potential brides, she’s convinced a dash of magic will get the snowball rolling. There’s just one problem, Nick isn’t looking for love. All he wants to do is fill his father’s boots as he prepares to take over as Santa Claus.

While Mrs. Claus is scheming away, Nick meets Heather, a charming artist with a giving heart and a loving smile. Preparing for her first Christmas alone, Heather is looking for adventure. Nick becomes a kindred spirit as they both remember what it’s like to live in the moment. Just as they think they found a fairytale romance, Nick discovers his mother’s magical meddling.

With Christmas Eve quickly approaching, Nick must decide if his love for Heather was the real magic all along or if it was just the work of Cupid Claus?

You can order your ebook or paperback copy now through Tule Publishing or wherever books are sold HERE.