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Welcome to March—and subsequently, another month of my newsletter ramblings! If you’re new here (or are just asking yourself “Who is this lady in my inbox, and why???”), I’m Finley, and I’m an indie romance author who writes stories that center around heart, heat, and healing. I can’t tell you exactly how you arrived on my subscriber list, but I CAN tell you that you’re welcome to leave it at any time by clicking Unsubscribe here or down below. I promise, there are absolutely no hard feelings if you decide my content isn’t for you. I can’t be everyone’s cup of tea! (And now I’m gonna take a quick break and make myself a cup of tea…)

I’m excited—only a few more days, and it’ll officially be the start of spring. My second favorite season! (Autumn will always have first place in my heart.) There’s just something about Earth coming alive after a long period of dormancy, the scent of soil and greenery, the flowers blooming, and insects resuming their daily grind. I dunno, I just really love nature (even when I refuse to be out in it. Or when wasps and hornets are involved).

Still hard at work on Feels Like Forever, except it’s no longer titled Feels Like Forever. I can’t wait to do a cover, blurb, and title reveal for y’all, because a, the cover is GORGEOUS and STUNNING and everything I hoped it would be, thanks to CPR Designs, and b, the title fits so well. I’m at roughly eighty-thousand words for the book, and each word I write makes me even more excited to get this book out into the world. I can’t wait to see y’all’s reactions to the story and the characters.

I am still looking for beta readers for it, so if you’re interested, just reply to this email or DM me on social media, and I’ll send you the link!

One last thing: I officially have a new section on my website—Freebies! This section includes all my novellas/reader magnets that you are more than welcome to download! It will be updated whenever there’s something new, and I’ll be sure to post about it on social media, so you don’t miss a thing! (If you don’t already follow me, you can find all my links here)

Okay, I think this is everything for this month. See you next time! 🖤

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​Sweet Romance Reads in KU

From One Wild Night With A Hot Single Dad To Next-Door Neighbors​ I meet Lincoln at a club, thinking he's just another smooth-talking Romeo. Little did I know, he's not just a hottie but also my next-door neighbor! As if that wasn't enough, our paths intertwined even further when I land a job at the daycare his daughter attends. My next-door neighbor maybe a jerk, but I can't resist him. There is undeniable chemistry between us, and I’m losing sleep over his chiseled, brutally gorgeous body. But just when I start thinking this could be the start of something magical, bam! Plot twist number two: I find out I'm pregnant. I must confront Lincoln with the news. But when I stumble upon him with another woman claiming to be his daughter's mother, my heart shatters. Looks like I might be embarking on a solo parenting adventure after all. Amidst the chaos and the baby drama, there's still that spark between us. And I'll be darned if I let a little thing like unexpected parenthood or his ex, get in the way of fighting for our love. Get it here

How well do you know the man you married? Isabelle knows all men have issues, but when you’re in love, you make allowances. But what do you do when those issues turn into bruises or worse? ​ ​Run. ​ Jamie’s family is part of an MC. He may not approve of them, but flesh and blood always come first. Isabelle is someone Jamie wants to get to know, but she has secrets and boundaries which he’s finding hard to get through. He’s falling for her, but she keeps him at arm’s length and firmly in the friend zone. Jamie is sure he can make Isabelle happy. Will the family he keeps at a distance help him? Or will her secrets and past destroy them all? ​ Get it here ​

Jordan doesn’t think a second love is in the cards for him until Keighley comes along. She is eager to move past merely being friends. With the help of his dog Harry, it just may be possible. **A short stand alone romance with medium heat.** ​ Get it here

Lucas by Connie Lafortune My face is splashed on every tabloid. My reputation notorious. I’m the quintessential bad-boy Rockstar whose addiction is women. I savor a new “flavor” every night, then I cut and run with no false promises to call. But recently, one sexy little barista has snaked into my veins. I’m craving far more than the mean cup of Joe she slings. Abby ignites a fire in my soul, making me burn for her in ways I never thought possible. I’ve been warned that love and lust are a dangerous combination. Will Abby be my latest distraction? Or the fatal overdose of a deadly attraction? Get it here

The One Who Chased the Sunrise by Ana Cedar Jane is a painter, a free spirit in the small East coast town of Valleford. Jane fills her days with art, friends, and men. Lots of them. Malcolm is a rugged and broody biker from the desert of New Mexico who moves in next door and doesn’t fit the mold at all. Jane is immediately intrigued, but when Malcolm breaks into her house in the middle of the night and claims they are both being chased by some dangerous criminals, Jane gets a little bit more “action” than she bargained for. ​ ​ Get it here

Book Nemesis by Sammie Trinidad

For Serenity Brooks, fanfiction wasn't just a hobby—it was her escape, her passion, her lifeline. Until Duvall K. Howard, the man she loved, shattered her heart and stole her inspiration in one fell swoop. Now, Duvall's back, crashing into her life with a life altering secret. The news reignites not only Serenity's dormant passion for writing but also the burning embers of her anger. The past is back, and she's not forgiving.

Enter Ezra Sullivan, the witty, charming friend she lost along the way—the one man who truly understands the sting of Duvall's betrayal. He was Duvall's roommate, rival, and always second best, and now he's Serenity's partner in crime. Together, they're plotting the ultimate literary takedown, a campaign of creative vengeance that will take them through the chaotic world of conventions, awkward signings, and the constant scrutiny of overbearing parents and relentless relatives.

But as Serenity and Ezra navigate the minefield of their shared past and their complicated present, the lines between friendship, revenge, and something undeniably, irresistibly hotter begin to blur. What starts as a strategic alliance—a fake romance for revenge—evolves into something neither of them anticipated as their connection deepens. Will their quest for payback against Duvall lead them to something more with each other, or will their staged romance threaten to derail their plans and break their hearts all over again?

Music Corner

This month’s Music Corner is What a Time by Julia Michaels and Niall Horan.