With our new column, Forewords, we let readers know the latest book news about some of the web team's most-anticipated upcoming releases across the genres — just as the projects are announced!

TELEVISION TIE-IN

Mystery: Author Carolyn Hennesy who plays Diane Miller from TV’s daytime soap opera General Hospital, is writing The Secret Life of Damian Spinelli as her character. This novel features the adventures of her fellow character, a computer geek who makes his living as a private detective. 

RE-PUBLISHING NEWS

Paranormal: Cross Buffy with The Walking Dead and you'd probably end up with something like Dana Fredsti's Ashley Drake, Zombie Hunter. Previously published by e-book house Ravenous Romance, Fredsti just signed a three-book deal for the Ashley Drake series to Titan Books. Publication date: TBA.

Read More>>

INTRO

Extro

Read More>>

RT's Anne Elizabeth coordinates the graphic novel, manga and comic book coverage in the magazine. Now we are thrilled to cover her on the website with this *Web Exclusive Review* of her debut graphic novel, Pulse of Power. The graphic novel follws the exploits of teen Tia as she attempts to understand her new magical talents and harness them against the forces of evil. RT Reviewer Ruth Walters calls Elizabeth's debut "brilliant, hilarious and charming!" Read the *Web Exclusive Review* Of Pulse Of Power >> Read an Exclusive Excerpt of Pulse of Power >>

Read More>>

Author Jennifer Ashley offers RT readers unique insight into her Mackenzie family — and don't miss the EXCERPT and GIVEAWAY at the end of the blog entry! Meet the Mackenzies: Rich, powerful, dangerous, eccentric. Rumors surround them — of tragic violence, of their mistresses, of their dark appetites, of scandals that set England and Scotland abuzz.

About four years ago, stories about Lords Ian, Mac, and Cameron, and Hart the Duke of Kilmorgan, began forming in my head and wouldn’t let me go. The characters haunted me; I couldn’t stop thinking about them! And so I started writing — long before I had a chance to pitch and sell the books.

Hart, the oldest, becomes duke upon his father’s death. He’s had his heart broken, but he’ll never admit it. He’s ruthless; had a brief, tragic marriage; has dark sexual appetites and the need to control … everything.

Read More>>

Here's a look at the titles we love that hit shelves this week.

Historical Romance   Give Me A Texas Ranger by Jodi Thomas, Linda Broday, DeWanna Pace and Phylliss Miranda "Readers couldn’t ask for a finer quartet of heroes ..."

Read More>>

Inspirational author Cynthia Ruchti wants to help you figure out if you are a "real "writer. She's here to help you figure it out. "Is your writing a hobby, an obsession, or a calling? If you’ve ever wondered, take the following quiz … with a grain of salt."

Cynthia's "Are You A Real Writer?" Self Quiz

1. Do you fail to get a good night’s sleep because characters tap you on the shoulder at three in the morning to tell you their story? If you write non-fiction, it’ll be chapter titles or three-point plans that wake you.
a.    Most nights.
b.    Sometimes.
c.    That’s what Tylenol PM is for, isn’t it?
d.    I sleep like a baby with a full tummy and a silky blanket.

2. You sit at a fast food restaurant with your mind on:
a.    The special sauce.
b.    Adding more salt to the fries.
c.    The fact that the meal cost more than you made on writing last year.
d.    Eavesdropping on the fascinating conversation transpiring in the booth behind you.

Read More>>

This week did you have your hands full like Sophie in Cara Colter's book Winning A Groom In 10 Dates?

Here's what you missed on the RT website.

***

 ROMANCE: Hope Tarr talks about her latest project. Watch The Video >>

Read More>>

Author Liz Fichera delves deeply into the cultures of native american tribes for her historical romance Captive Spirit. Now she shares how she brings the mystery of the Hohokam people to life in her new release. And don't miss the *Web Exclusive* review of Captive Spirit.

Trivia likes to lodge itself in my brain and never leave. I can remember the most obscure facts and anecdotes. Whenever my friends and family play Trivial Pursuit or Jeopardy I’m suddenly popular, but if you’re ever stranded in Phoenix, Arizona, and happen to ask me for simple directions to a grocery store or gas station, I will most assuredly disappoint you with a blank stare.

I forget where I was when I learned about the Hohokam Indians but I most definitely remembered the history behind Phoenix’s original inhabitants. It stuck in my brain like a seed. And it’s also what inspired my historical romance novel, Captive Spirit.

Read More>>

RT BOOK REVIEWS Web Editor Morgan Doremus interviews author Hope Tarr. The pair chat about the changes in Tarr's writing over the last few years, why she writes historicals and contemporaries and the best city in the world.

Hope Tarr Talks About The Evolution Of Her Writing

Hope Tarr On Series Romance

Hope Tarr Chats About Loveable Scallywags and "Romance Novel Names"

Hope Tarr Talks About Her New Collaborative Christmas Anthology

Read More>>

Author Tricia Rayburn's paranormal YA Siren, out July 13, has a premise that RT's Reviewer Kelly Brennan calls "creepy and unique." To show her love for RT, Tricia Rayburn and her publisher Egmont have teamed up for a special two-week blog blast.  

RT has an exclusive sneak peek at   Siren 's entire first chapter, and a great contest! Read on to enter to win Egmont's Summer Beach Bag Giveaway, which has some extra special surprises!

Be sure to check out the EXCERPT and the GIVEAWAY after Rayburn's message! And don't forget to check back next Friday, when we'll have a peek at chapter two and another great giveaway.

Read More>>