This week saw me gather together a few book loving friends from my local area. I didn’t want to make too much of a fuss about my new book so kept things close to home.
All embraced the French dress theme of berets, scarves, stripes and polka dots. We were celebrating the release of my new romance novel – Chateau of Love.
We sipped French bubbles, supped on French food and chatted about the book and what to expect from its pages. There’s history, fashion, food, wine, family, misunderstandings and a sprinkle of spice. I signed a few books and enjoyed a lively afternoon filled with fun conversations.
It’s an anxious time when you release a book out into the world. It was wonderful to be in the company of close, supportive friends. These are the friends who have cheered me on every step of the way. Most have known me for more than twenty years.
Chateau of Love shares the lives of traveller writer Saffron Graham, her photographer, Jett and French guide, Claude. This love triangle story is set in beautiful Provence, one of the most romantic places in the world. It’s a part of the world I have visited often since our first family trip in 2007 and there are still so many areas I’d love to explore. I hope this story gives readers a little taste of what this region has to offer from lavender fields to historical sites.
Writing can be hard and editing really takes it out of you so it’s great to finally share the good times. I’ll be concentrating on writing children’s books for a while and have begun a women’s fiction book which focuses on friendship. I also have ideas for a third French Kiss book with the working title – Chocolate Kisses but for now it’s time to celebrate Chateau of Love and reset and rest…
Until next time … stay sparkly!
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