Just received a box of ARCs for A Wager at Midnight, and I couldn’t be more thrilled!

Meet Scarlett Wilcox, a brilliant researcher willing to defy society's rules to pursue her passion, and Dr. Stephen Carew, a Trinidadian-born physician dedicated to his community. When Scarlett’s secret life as a scholar is exposed, Stephen steps in to save her from disgrace, sparking a connection neither expected.

Will their brilliant minds overcome their reluctant hearts? Find out in this enchanting Regency romance!

This dazzling series features diverse London and the influence of key British Colonies on the Regency in a romance that has high stakes and even higher emotions.

And don’t forget the Duke of Torrance. He wagers his heart to win back the love of his life, the Viscountess Hampton, in a winner-takes-all scenario.

Who will win in this enchanting tale of second chances and undeniable love? Stay tuned for more, and let the countdown to release begin! 💕📚

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Writing Thought of the Moment

Don’t wait for the perfect moment to write—capture your thoughts as they come. Even the roughest idea can spark brilliance later, but only if you get it down today.

Quote to Dwell Upon

Gwendolyn Bennett:

"We are as the delicate petals of the lotus flower, whose stem is rooted in the dark depths of the river, yet it blossoms out of the darkness, emerging pure and beautiful." —from her poem, Heritage and first published in The Book of American Negro Poetry in 1922, edited by James Weldon Johnson.

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Arcs to A Wager at Midnight have landed!