COVER STORY

TEXAS BAD BOYS
Three authors tap into what it is about bad boys in jeans that drives women to distraction.

TESS GERRITSEN
A crime novelist delves into a mystery of biblical proportions.

FEATURES

TOP 25 AUTHORS READERS MISS
Remember Georgette Heyer? How about Victoria Holt? Find out which authors romance readers miss most.
DENNIS LEHANE
The Boston native takes a break from full-length novels with the release of Coronado, a collection of short stories.
BLOGGING GROUPIES
For busy writers, group blogging is a way to connect with other writers and fans -- and new readers.
STEPHANIE LAURENS
This historical favorite marks two big anniversaries with Avon -- 20 books in 10 years.

CLUBHOUSE: Author Spotlights  and News

Jo-Ann Power
Politics can be deadly.
Michele Bardsley
Don't mess with the "mompire."
J.R. Ward
The Brotherhood stakes out evil.
Shana Galen
The romance story behind the wedding.
Diana Holquist
Dispelling some myths about Gypsies.
Linda Lea Castle
Writes an inspirational under a pen name.
Purgatory's Heroines
Two authors find this unique setting adds to their paranormal titles.

FAN FORUM: Reader Columns

Under the Covers
Paperback Roundup
Series Rap Sheet
Book Sleuth
Travel Spot
News to Go
Contest
Quips and Queries

PROS ON PROSE

SCENE STEALING
Robyn DeHart advises writers on how to make scenes more memorable.
BOOK SIGNINGS
Ride along with author Cathy McDavid as she tackles promotion for her first mass-market paperback.

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