So recently I was approached about the difference between loving someone and being in love with someone. I know my thoughts on the subject, but I also want to hear your thoughts on the subject. I approached a best-selling author with the same question and below is her response: There is a … [Read more...]
Jumping the Broom
February 15, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Loved, loved, LOVED this movie! Producers T. D. Jakes and Tracey E. Edmonds invite you to the marriage of Sabrina Watson (Paula Patton, Precious ) and Jason Taylor (Laz Alonso, Fast & Furious), who just might be the perfect couple. Unfortunately, their families are a perfect recipe … [Read more...]
Vivid by Beverly Jenkins
February 15, 2012 By Leave a Comment
This was a re-read for me, but definitely a great romantic read and worthy of multiple re-reads! It's 1876 and Dr.Viveca Lancaster is frustrated by the limits placed upon female physicians of color. When she is offered the chance to set up a practice in the small all Black community of Grayson … [Read more...]
Feel the Fire Virtual Book Tour – Contest
December 10, 2010 By 19 Comments
First, thank you to the authors who agreed to be a part of this tour. I am eternally grateful to you and I wish you great success in all that you do! Secondly, I have to give a big thank you to all the readers who came by and supported the authors and this tour! It was a great success, and I … [Read more...]
The perfect romantic date, from start to finish by Niambi Brown Davis
December 9, 2010 By 41 Comments
I found my inspiration for the perfect romantic date standing at Macy’s fragrance counter. Impeccably groomed and stylish, this couple turned heads. Tall and striking with mixed gray hair, he wore a black fedora, black leather jacket and black wool slacks. He smiled often, and mostly down at … [Read more...]
Most romantic date by Victoria Wells
December 8, 2010 By 54 Comments
Usually when one thinks of romance, an evening of dining and sipping on wine, at a five-star restaurant with a dashing, handsome date may come to mine. A bouquet of long stem roses, a crackling fireplace, Godiva chocolates or an exotic weekend getaway may also spell out romance with a capital … [Read more...]
When Did You Know it Was Love with Your Spouse by Gwyneth Bolton
December 7, 2010 By 58 Comments
Love in due time… When I finally had a conversation with the man that would one day become my husband, I wondered how come I had never had a conversation with him before. Let me back track… You see, in that initial long telephone conversation—with him in New Jersey and me in graduate … [Read more...]
My superstar fantasy by Adrianne Byrd
December 6, 2010 By 33 Comments
My Fantasy Superstar By Adrianne Byrd I have a feeling that I’m about disappoint a lot of my romance fans with this blog post. Everyday, I sit before the computer and I cut open a vein and pour out dramatic romantic fantasies in book after book. And maybe it’s me or a sign of some … [Read more...]
Feel the Fire
December 1, 2010 By Leave a Comment
There are two versions of this song - the original which was recorded by Peabo Bryson and the remake which was recorded by Teddy Pendergrass and Stephanie Mills. Which one do you prefer? I have to say I like the original one better. Listen & enjoy! … [Read more...]
Feel the Fire Virtual Book Tour starts December 6th!
December 1, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Be sure and stop by every day to support the tour! One lucky winner will win a Kindle courtesy of A Hopeful Romantic, as well as other great prizes courtesy of the participating authors! … [Read more...]