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Best Friends are Forever: A Second Chance Romance hits inboxes on Fridays

July 18, 2018 by ReeseRyan

My weekly serial BEST FRIENDS ARE FOREVER: A SECOND CHANCE ROMANCE is delivered exclusively to my VIP Readers List (newsletter subscribers). Chapter Eight will go out this Friday, but if you’re new to the serial, no worries. SIGN UP FOR MY NEWSLETTER TODAY here: http://bit.ly/VIPReaderList

A new installment goes out each Friday at around 11:15 AM, but it includes the links to all of the previous installments. So catching up with past episodes is as easy as 1-2-3.

What readers are saying about BEST FRIENDS ARE FOREVER:

“I’m enjoying the story it’s getting better and better. Beautiful 💖 ☺ love story.” Pamela S.

“I don’t know how I slept on not reading this, but I just read all six chapters, and Wow! I want the complete book!! Now!! Lol! 😅 This is so good. This is going to be nerve wrecking waiting for Fridays to roll around! I’m loving this story! Thanks! – Geri E.

Subscribe to my VIP Readers List list here for your weekly installments, sneak peeks, giveaways and so much more: http://bit.ly/VIPReaderList

Paint Party Extravaganza in Raleigh on Saturday, July 14th!

July 13, 2018 by ReeseRyan

Hey there, Raleigh romance readers! If you’ve always wanted to attend one of those paint parties where you create your own masterpiece to take home, I hope you’ll join me and fellow local author Joy Avery for an event presented by Angela Anderson on Saturday, July 14th from 3-6 PM for a paint party in Raleigh, North Carolina.

Don’t think you have the skills to paint? No worries! Your canvas will be set up for you to make it fun and easy. All you need to bring is yourself. 😉

There’ll be light refreshments, brief readings, a chance to get your books signed, free goodies, and of course a sip and paint session. (Just wait until you see what we’ll be painting tomorrow. You won’t want to miss this!)

See you tomorrow!

Join Us in Chicago for a Reader Block Party in 2019!

March 22, 2018 by ReeseRyan

Guess what, dear readers? There’s going to be a party in Chi-Town March 28-31, 2019, hosted by some of your favorite authors. Save this date, because it’s going to be EPIC.

BOOK EVENT ALERT

Join Book Euphoria in March 2019 for a weekend block party hosted by some FABULOUS AUTHORS. And the event includes a LIVE BACHELOR AUCTION! Join us from Thursday, March 28th to Sunday, March 31st IN 2019 as we welcome you to the fictional Chicago neighborhood of Southlake Park, which will be the theme for the weekend!

Featured authors include:

Ac Arthur
Phyllis Bourne
Sheryl Lister
Sherelle Green
Reese Ryan Romance
Angela Seals
Eva J. Brock
Author Elle Wright
Christina Jones
Joy Avery, Romance Author
Author Nicole Falls
Author Anita Davis
Suzette D. Harrison Books
Ty Waller
Suzette Riddick, Author
Kelsey Green

The registration is super reasonable and you can hold your spot for just $80. Also, there are weekend passes available. Check out the full weekend agenda and secure your ticket today here: bit.ly/BE2019WeekendBlockParty

#BookEuphoria #BE2019WeekendBlockParty #SouthlakePark

See you in Chicago in March 2019!

ABOUT SOUTHLAKE PARK

Once the heart of Chicago, Southlake Park is in major need of restoration, however, it still holds it’s undeniable charm! For the weekend, we invite you to experience all the fun and beauty that Southlake Park has to offer, including book signings, engaging reader and author sessions, plus a one-of-a-kind bachelor auction!

Join me for a live discussion at 8:30 PM Eastern tonight!

March 16, 2018 by ReeseRyan

Got questions about my latest release Savannah’s Secrets or my Pleasure Cove Series? Bring them tonight!

Listen online or via telephone at 8:30 PM Eastern. Can’t join us live? Listen to the playback later.

Topics up for discussion include:

The Pleasure Cove series.
My new Bourbon Brothers series.
Secrets of the A-List.
New projects on the horizon.
Characters, settings, the literary journey, and more.

At 8:30 PM Eastern, listen via your computer, tablet, or cell phone here or call into 845-277-9218, if you’d like to ask questions live.

If you can’t join us live, feel free to listen to the playback at your convenience. Just click here: http://www.blogtalkradio.com/diamondsworld/2018/03/17/diamonds-world-presents-reese-ryan.

Catch you tonight!

Savannah’s Secrets Available Tomorrow — Join the Release Day Party!

February 28, 2018 by ReeseRyan

Hello Dear Reader!

Tomorrow is the big day. Savannah’s Secrets will finally be available from retailers tomorrow, March 1st, which also happens to be this writer’s birthday. This release kicks off my new Bourbon Brothers series with Harlequin Desire. The series will follow the romantic adventures of the five Abbott siblings who are heirs to a Tennessee bourbon empire.

SAVANNAH'S SECRETS by Reese Ryan — Savannah’s Secrets

I’m so excited for you to meet the Abbott Family and the titular character Savannah Carlisle. Here’s a summary of the story:

Falling for the boss, or taking him down?

Savannah Carlisle had the perfect plan. By infiltrating the Abbott family’s Tennessee bourbon empire as their events manager, she’d be one step closer to claiming half of the business they stole from her grandfather. Now she’s not so sure. Because sexy Blake Abbott, heir to it all, is simply intoxicating. He’s supposed to be the enemy. But after one long, stormy weekend, she’s pregnant with his child…

Pre-order or purchase Savannah’s Secrets from your favorite retailer here.

Be sure to join me tomorrow for the release party happening on Thursday, March 1st from 4 – 9 PM Eastern. Just pop in whenever you can, interact with the ten romance authors, including special guest author Brenda Jackson, to win giveaways, talk books and be treated to some fun excerpts. Reserve your spot at the party here.

SAVANNAH'S SECRETS Release Day Facebook Party — Join ten romance authors for fun, prizes, and sneak peeks of their titles.

See you tomorrow!

Live Chat with Stephanie’s Book Reports

July 13, 2017 by ReeseRyan

Last night I chatted with Stephanie Phillips of Stephanie’s Book Reports Book Blog about just about everything under the sun. We talked about my Pleasure Cove series, my upcoming Harlequin Desire Bourbon Brothers series, the Secrets of the A-List serial project I was part of with eleven other Harlequin authors, some of the behind-the-scenes info on locations that are used in the series I’ve written, and so much more.

Topics for conversation included: the Biltmore Estate, Charleston, BBQ, Bourbon. the Louvre, the Cleveland Museum of Art, tulips, bourbon, Scotch, and Jack Daniels sauce. I’m not even kidding. And that isn’t even a complete list. LOL. Watching it is like hanging out with two fellow book lovers who talk about books, travel, liquor, and a host of other things.

Do you have a question that didn’t get answered? Feel free to post it below and I’m happy to answer it.

Check out Stephanie’s blog here or join her Facebook readers group here.

Download PLAYING WITH TEMPTATION today!

July 1, 2017 by ReeseRyan

Nate & Kendra’s sexy, second chance romance awaits.

Today is the day, lovely readers!

If you prefer your books via digital format, Playing with Temptation –the second book in my Pleasure Cove series–is now available from your favorite e-bookseller.

Here’s the story:

A love for all time

North Carolina pro footballer Nate Johnston built his reputation on talent, drive and good sportsmanship. But a devastating recent loss derails his team’s shot at winning the championship…and Nate’s career when a compromising video goes viral. In need of a miracle, the star wide receiver feels ambushed when his brother enlists media consultant Kendra Williams to do damage control. The reignited desire for the woman he once wanted to spend forever with can only cause Nate deeper heartache.

Walking away from the man she loved seven years ago is the biggest regret of Kendra’s life. Now her son needs a closer relationship with his father…and Kendra needs to win back Nate’s trust. After breaking his heart, repairing his career is the least she can do to help save his dream. Powerful passion still smolders between them, tempting the former lovers to move beyond their painful past. Will the emergence of a jealous ex with a vicious revenge scheme sabotage their second chance at a future and a family that’s almost within reach?

Here’s a sneak peek:

“What happened between us in Memphis—”

“Which time?” Nate couldn’t help the smirk that tightened his mouth when he remembered how an argument between them had descended into hot, angry sex on two different occasions.

“Both.” Kendra clearly wasn’t amused. Nor did she seem to have the same fond memories of those occasions. “That can’t happen again.”

“I was hoping it would be one of the amenities you’d throw into the deal.” He held back a grin as he drained the last of his beer.

She pointed one of her painted fingernails at him. “See, that’s what I’m talking about. If this is going to work, you have to take me seriously.”

“Oh, I took what we did very seriously.” He raised an eyebrow and resumed eating his meal.

She let out a frustrated sigh and settled back in her seat. “This is your career we’re talking about here, Nate. I need to maintain my focus, and I can’t stay focused on cleaning up your rep if I’m thinking about…” Her words trailed off and there was a deep flush in her cheeks beneath her smooth brown skin. She shook her head, as if trying to shake off the memories. “Neither of us can afford the distraction.”

“Agreed.” He adjusted in his chair, his own body reacting to the memories. Her scent. Her taste. The sound of her soft pleas. “Though it worries me that my media consultant can’t multitask.”

They dissolved into laughter, and for a moment, it felt like old times. It was the first time either of them seemed relaxed since he’d arrived.

Nate smiled, relishing the sound of her laughter. One of the countless details about her he missed. “Okay, Ms. Media Consultant, where do we begin?”

Get your copy at one of the e-booksellers below:

Do you have a question or comment about Playing with Temptation or any other story? Would you like to request that I attend or participate in a chat about this book or another of my available titles? Email me here. I love hearing from readers!

Now, back to my writing cave to finish up the first book in an exciting new series I’ll tell you more about soon.

Have a safe and happy Fourth of July weekend or Canada Day!

Author News: Hope to see you in Cary, LA, Atlanta, Greensboro or Durham

April 19, 2017 by ReeseRyan

Check Out These Romance Reader Events and Book Festivals Happening Across the Country!

If you enjoy reading romantic fiction as much as I do, you could probably easily spend hours (or days) with your head buried in books, not speaking to a solitary soul. Writers of romance find themselves in a similar situation. Heads bent over the computer and fingers flying across the keys. Our heads buried in novels and craft books as much as our schedules will allow.

Reading and writing can be very solitary activities. However, in the last few years, I’ve discovered the joy of getting out and meeting other readers and writers–my tribe.

If you’re an avid reader of romance, they’re probably your tribe, too. A little more than a week ago I had the privilege of leading off a panel discussion on writing contemporary romance. The other participating authors? Talented and prolific authors Samantha Chase and Marquita Valentine. Yep, still pinching myself that I got to be counted with these two fabulous authors.

During the next month and beyond I’ll also be participating in several more reader events, listed below:

Celebrating Our Local Stars of Romance Fiction at the Barnes & Noble in Cary, North Carolina on Friday, April 21st at 7 PM
Los Angeles Times Festival of Books at the USC University Park Campus on April 22-23. I’m a panelist in the Romance: I’m Too Sexy for This Book conversation.
RT Booklovers Convention in Atlanta, Georgia from May 2-7
Make a Date with Harlequin Booksigning (at RT) on Thursday, May 4th at 8:30 – 9:45 AM
North Carolina Romance Writers Festival on May 28th from 2-5 PM
Lights! Camera! Action! Girls Night Out on August 25th 6 – 10 PM
Lights! Camera! Action! Arts Festival on August 26th 10 – 5 PM
Believable Characters / Secondary Characters Writers Workshop on October 14th 9 AM to 4PM — tentative date & time, Washington, NC

I’m thrilled to be participating in these events. In addition to booksignings there will be lively discussions about the romance genre and its impact on us as readers. So if you’re local to (or an easy drive from) one of these events, I hope you’ll come out and join us.

One more thing…

Thank you if you read Playing with Desire, Playing by the Rules or Baby Be Mine and were kind enough to leave a review. If you’ve enjoyed any of these stories and haven’t already, I’d love it if you’d leave an honest review on Amazon, Goodreads, Barnes & Noble, iTunes or Harlequin. This helps other readers find them, too.

One last thing…

Next month I’ll be running my second quarter giveaway, and it’s going to be a good one, so stay tuned for that email in the coming weeks!

Happy Reading!

Connecting with My Tribe of Fellow Writers and Readers

September 17, 2016 by ReeseRyan

**Lasheera Lee, Beverly Jenkins and Reese Ryan**

Writing is the perfect job for an introvert. Even one like me who often masquerades as an extrovert. Still, it is beneficial to get out in the world, meet new people, travel to new places and enjoy new experiences. All of which provide ideas for new stories.

Reese Ryan — **Goofing off at Girls Night**

Then, of course, there is the pure joy of connecting with your tribe–fellow writers and readers. Last weekend, I had the chance to do just that courtesy of Women and Words Impacting the Community–a fabulous reader event put on by Read You Later’s Lasheera Lee.

**Women and Words organizer Lasheera Lee and author Reese Ryan**

**Christian fiction authors Summer Kinnard, Jacquelin Thomas, Michelle Stimpson and Cassandra Durham**

**Historical authors Beverly Jenkins and Katharine Ashe**

There were too many fabulous authors in attendance to name them all. However, the list of authors included fellow Kimani authors Nicki Night, Deborah Mello, Cheris Hodges and Kianna Alexander; Christian authors Jacquelin Thomas, Summer Kinnard, Cassandra Durham and Michelle Stimpson; Samantha Chase and historical authors Katharine Ashe and Beverly Jenkins.

**North Carolina authors Samantha Chase and Reese Ryan**

**Kimani Romance authors Reese Ryan and Deborah Mello**

I got to meet authors I’ve been a big fan of and was dying to meet like Beverly Jenkins (who I sat next to at Girls Night) and Deborah Mello. I also got to reconnect with some of my favorite authors like Kianna Alexander, Cheris Hodges, Iris Bolling, Summer Kinnard and Katharine Ashe. I had the privilege of meeting some wonderful readers and aspiring authors who I look forward to connecting with again.

**Author and television show producer, Iris Bolling**

North Carolina authors Reese Ryan and Summer Kinnard — **At Girls Night with fellow North Carolina author Summer Kinnard**

If you missed this fabulous event, don’t worry, this was the sixth event Lasheera has done and she plans to do another. Connect with her on Facebook for a heads up on the next event. It was an energizing event that reminded me why the community of readers and writers are my people.

Happy reading,

PS: I know it looks like I took Ms. Bev hostage and forced her to take that picture, but I didn’t. I swear! (Okay, kinda sorta, but she was a great sport about it.)

And the winner of my Labor Day Weekend #ReaderGiveaway is…

September 7, 2016 by ReeseRyan

Hi All,

For those of you in the United States, hope you had a fabulous Labor Day weekend!

The past few months have been pretty crazy for me with lots of writing, revisions and travel. It was nice to have a weekend where I got some relaxation in and time with my family. However, I managed to sneak some work in, too.

One of the things I enjoyed doing this weekend was picking out the journal and colorful pen set, pictured above, that will go to the contest winner of my Labor Day weekend giveaway along with a $25 gift certificate. Since I’m a journal and pen junkie, I couldn’t resist getting a set of each for myself. 🙂

Now, with no further ado, I give you the winner of the Reese Ryan 2016 Labor Day weekend #ReaderGiveaway: Sherri Hollister.

Congratulations to Sherri, who is also a writer. This journal is chock-full with creative inspiration and encouraging sayings. I know you’re going to love it, Sherri!

If you didn’t win this time, no worries. These journals were so awesome, I bought out the entire stock and I’ll be giving them out quarterly to my awesome, patient VIP readers whom I adore. So look for another opportunity to win during the fourth quarter giveaway in late October or early November.

I’ll be answering some of the excellent reader questions I received during the contest via video right here on the blog. So, be sure to subscribe to my blog (6th block down in right sidebar) to stay tuned to the latest shenanigans and/or connect with me on Instagram or Facebook.

Now, this girl has a proposal to write for Book #3 in my Pleasure Cove series and an indie project to edit. Stay tuned for more info on the series and my coming indie release.

Namaste,