A Heartwarming Christmas

I know it's early, but who doesn't love Christmas any time of the year? 

I'm pleased to announce a new Christmas collection: A Heartwarming Christmas.

This holiday season, warm your heart with 12 connected sweet holiday romances set in Christmas Town from 12 Harlequin Heartwarming authors who are USA Today, national bestselling, and award-winning authors. A Heartwarming Christmas will bring you laughter, tears, and happily-ever-after.

Forward by small town lover and New York Times bestseller Kristan Higgins.

My novella. So excited to share!

 Pre-Order Today:
Amazon: http://amzn.to/1I3vwnA
Kobo: https://store.kobobooks.com/en-US/ebook/a-heartwarming-christmas
Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/books/details/Melinda_Curtis_A_Heartwarming_Christmas?id=ihEpCgAAQBAJ&hl=en%3Futm_source%3Dna_Med 
iTunes: : http://apple.co/1fKnDZO

Mother's Day Giveaway

Join the Harlequin Heartwarming authors as we celebrate Mother's Day. Enter to win a grand prize and books.

http://heartwarmingauthors.blogspot.com/

New Contracts!

I'm thrilled to announce I have signed two contracts with two different companies in separate book deals.

First, I continue with the Business of Weddings series for Harlequin Heartwarming. I am so excited. I love this series and can't wait to return to Cypress Pointe to see what the new characters have in store for me. There will be three new books coming in this series.

I also signed to write for a new, cozy mystery series, The Amish Inn Mysteries. Set in an Indiana town where the heroine, Liz, travels to discover the truth behind her mother's history. Liz buys an inn and soon, new mysteries start. While it is not set in an Amish community, the influence is felt in the stories. I'll be writing three books in the series.

I have to say, I'm thrilled and honored to be writing. I hope you'll take part of the journey with me as I spend the next two years working on these books!

Heartwarming Giveaway!

Enter our Valentine's Day Giveaway.









http://www.rafflecopter.com/rafl/display/b53a5b590/

4.5 Star Review from Romantic Times Book Review Magazine

So excited to receive a 4.5 star review (out of 5) from Romantic Times Book Review Magazine for my December release, Honeysuckle Bride, a Harlequin Heartwarming release.

As a writer, I get so involved in the lives of my characters, it's a great honor when others enjoy the world I've created. Jenna and Wyatt, the characters in this book, hold a special place in my heart so I'm happy readers get to be a part of their story.

Did I mention I'm doing a happy dance? LOL.

"Beautifully written, this is an inspiring story of two individuals with a shared grief commonality that find love and acceptance when they least expect it. An emotionally touching small town story with lots of heart." RT Book Reviews

 Here is a link to read an excerpt:
http://www.tararandel.com/harlequin

# 1 On Bestsellar list!

On Saturday December 13, the book bundle, Risky Brides, in which I have a novel, reached #1 on the Barnes and Noble Nook Bestselling Bundles list. #1! How awesome is that? The same day, we reached #4 on the Nook Top 100 Bestselling books.

To make a bestsellers list is a dream come true for a writer, but to share the honor with seven other talented authors is incredible.

Thanks to Vicki Hinze for all her hard work and including me in the collection. Thanks to Kathy Carmichael for putting in a good word.

So....am I considered a bestselling author? You betcha. I'll take it!

http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/risky-brides-bundle-vicki-hinze/1120647043?ean=2940150525023

http://www.amazon.com/Risky-Brides-BESTSELLERS-COLLECTION-NOVELLAS-ebook/dp/B00OABL7G6/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1418916669&sr=8-1&keywords=risky+brides

Book Blast!

Thanks to Goddess Fish Promotions for an awesome Book Blast Tour.

Click here for tour stops: http://goddessfishpromotions.blogspot.com/2014/11/book-blast-honeysuckle-bride-by-tara.html

Thanksgiving and My New Book Cover

Can you believe it's already November? Like everyone else, I'm getting ready for the holidays. Thanksgiving has to be my favorite. I love the fall decorations and getting ready for the big feast. I hope you and all your loved ones have a blessed Thanksgiving.

I know the season can get hectic, but it's always nice to take a few minutes to recharge. In December, Honeysuckle Bride, my third Harlequin Heartwarming, will be released. It's part of the Business of Weddings series. To win a free book, click the link below.

https://www.goodreads.com/giveaway/show/114663-honeysuckle-bride

So, pour a cup of tea and put your feet up. Take a few minutes to escape the hectic holiday season and enjoy reading a book.

New October Release!

I'm part of a collection with some amazing authors. Risky Brides will be released October 21. If you love stories about brides, this one is for you. My contribution is Love at the Sweetheart Inn, a full length novel.

Here is more information.

A view of the cover and list of authors.

Look for the collection wherever you buy ebooks!

Summer Fun Trip!

Last month I was fortunate enough to attend the Romance Writers of America conference in San Antonio, Texas. I had a great time meeting with friends, going to workshops and book-giveaways.

One thrill was participating in the Literacy book signing event on Wednesday night. My first signing at RWA!

My lovely roommate, Karen Rock.



On Friday night, my cover came across the screen at the Harlequin party. So glad Magnolia Bride  was a July release.

On Saturday, Harlequin featured the line I write for, Heartwarming. I was surprised to find a poster of my book on display. It even fit in suitcase so I could take it home!

I had a great time making new Heartwarming friends, visiting with my editor and seeing the sights of San Antonio.

Keep an eye out for my next Heartwarming release, Honeysuckle Bride, December 2014.

New Harlequin Heartwarming Release

Today I am celebrating the release of my newest Heartwarming book, Magnolia Bride.

Married for a day, in love for life 
 

Nealy Grainger knew that returning to Cypress Pointe meant an inevitable encounter with her teenage crush, and momentary husband, Dane Peterson. She could handle it. She wasn't the wounded girl who'd left Cypress Pointe years ago, heartbroken and furious when Dane had annulled their marriage the day after they'd eloped.

Now one of L.A.'s most in-demand celebrity event planners, Nealy's only come back for a vacation and to help with her sister's wedding—not for a reunion with her long-lost love. But the more their paths cross, the more the sparks fly! Maybe their connection isn't over just yet...

http://www.amazon.com/Magnolia-Bride-Tara-Randel-ebook/dp/B00I66BRB6/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1404227319&sr=1-1&keywords=magnolia+bride

I hoe you enjoy Nealy and Dane's journey to rekindling their first love. Drop me  line and let me know what you think!

Visit Goodreads to enter a giveaway to win a copy of Magnolia Bride.
https://www.goodreads.com/giveaway/show/98739-magnolia-bride

Cool Summer Promotion!

 Summer is here. Time for backyard fun and vacations. What a perfect time for a promotion from the Quilts of Love for my book Rival Hearts.
 

 Celebrate June’s release by entering to win a summer camping kit (grill, tent, and camp chairs) from Quilts of Love.

http://prmo.me/XNubt7 

 

 I'm so excited to see my book on the bookstore shelf!

 When you stop by to enter the contest, let me know what you think of the book. I love hearing from you.

Let the Battle Begin!

When brainstorming for a book idea that became Rival Hearts, I came up with the premise of a battle of the sexes story. I hadn’t written a book like this before, so I was intrigued. Who doesn’t love a challenge?

"Randel’s rich characterizations of Ben and Molly and the complexity of their

relationship will keep readers’ attention." - Publisher's Weekly

 

 

Enter Molly and Ben, rival magazine editors competing for the same promotion. Molly, editor of Quilter’s Heart and Ben, editor of Outdoor Adventures, will do anything for the job, including going along with their boss’ idea to switch places. Molly must compete in an outdoor event, Ben must help assemble a quilt.

Let the fun begin!

Through this story, I had fun with the fish-out-of-water scenario. Molly, not an outdoorsy kind of girl, has to dig deep to complete her assignment. 

Ben, a very confident man, has to admit he may not know how to do everything and ends up learning a new skill while quilting. The learning curve, not to mention landing the promotion, is a big deal for both of them.

On top of all this, I added a romance. Who doesn’t love watching two rivals realize they are perfect for each other? Adding a romance to this story gave it another emotional layer I loved writing.

So, my question to you is, who would win in a battle of the sexes? Do the guys have what it takes? The women? Do you prefer indoor activities or being in the great outdoors? Drop me a line. 

For more information on Rival Hearts, visit www.tararandel.com

Enter to Win!

Hi all!  Spring is here and the weather is FINALLY warming up!

These beautiful azaleas are blooming in my yard.

While spring is a great time to get back outside and enjoy the weather, how about taking time out of the day to sit in the sun and read a good book?

Right now thru May 17, I'm offering an Advanced Reading Copy of my June release, Rival Hearts  at Goodreads. Stop by to enter. https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/18517289-rival-hearts?from_search=true

Happy 2014!

Already this year is moving along and it just started! I'm excited about the projects scheduled for this year, so here's a look ahead.

June 2014

Rival Hearts  Quilts of Love 

They both want the promotion. But will they find out that it is worth the cost?

Molly Henderson and Ben Weaver have been rival magazine writers for the same publishing group for years. When both come up for the same promotion, they find themselves in an unexpected competition to win the spot. Molly, editor of Quilter’s Heart, and Ben, editor of Outdoor Adventures, must switch roles, each working for the other for one month, then submit an article at the end of their quests.

Can girly-girl Molly survive the outdoor adventures that Ben has planned? Can Ben navigate the perils of the social dynamics of quilting events without destroying a valuable quilt in one short month? More importantly, in this he-said, she-said situation, will Molly and Ben give in to their attraction and fall in love, no matter who wins?


I had a blast writing this book! Hope you have as much fun reading it!


Magnolia Bride- Harlequin Heartwarming
July 2014 

Another book set in Cypress Pointe, featuring high school sweethearts Nealy Grainger and Dane Peterson. Although they were married for a very, very short time, can they deny the blaze of love still burning bright? 

Haven't recieved a cover yet, but I will post it once it's available.

Right now I'm currently working on book #3 set in Cypress Pointe. Let's just say the love story between Jenna and Wyatt is not going to be easy! But then, we wouldn't have it any other way!

Thanks so much to all of the readers of my books. I so appreciate you taking the time to enter my world. 

Enjoy 2014! May it be happy and prosperous!
  

Happy Thanksgiving!

Happy Thanksgiving everyone!



How I love this time of year! I'm one of those crazy people who loves to cook the entire Thanksgiving feast. I've been getting ready for a few days now so all I have to do Thanksgiving morning is put the turkey in the over and tie up a few loss ends. 

I also came up with a list of things I'm grateful for on Thanksgiving. Do any of your traditions match up?

1. Take time to be thankful for all the blessings this year.

2. Get the turkey in the oven.

3. Can’t miss the Macy’s parade.

4. Football.

5. Sit at the beautifully decorated dinner table.

6. Eat. Eat. Eat.

7. Clean up not so beautiful dinner table.

8. Football.

9. Pumpkin pie. Or apple. Or cherry. With whipped cream.

10. Take a long walk around the neighborhood to work off turkey haze. You might see early Christmas lights.

And the most important item on the list? Enjoy!