Romance Awareness Month . . . With Prizes! Enter And Win!

I am so excited to be participating in Romance Awareness Month!

Some of my very favorite romances are from the Proper Romance Line with such authors as Sarah Eden, Nancy Campbell Allen, Josi Kilpack, and Julianne Donaldson. (You can see all their books here) I love that there are westerns, regencies, and even some steampunk and I know I won't be disappointed when I pick up any of these books---I'll be swept away! They are clean romances as well as captivating, which only adds to the reasons why they are my favorites.

So, in order to celebrate there's going to be parties and giveaways!

The first party is a Facebook party this Friday, August 4th, from 12:30 PM to 2:45 PM and there will be some great giveaways, along with the chance to talk to all four of my favorite authors! I know I'll be there. You can join the party here

I'll also be giving away a romance a week for the month of August. And it is so easy to win!

Be sure to scroll down and enter for your chance to win a print copy of The Vicar's Daughter by Josi Kilpack. I loved this one! (Contest starts at midnight tonight and goes until next Tuesday when there will be another prize for you to win!)

Here's the back copy:

Cassie, the youngest of six daughters in the Wilton family, is bold, bright, and ready to enter society. There's only one problem: her older sister Lenora, whose extreme shyness prevents her from attending many social events. Lenora is now entering her third season, and Cassie has no choice except to wait her turn.

Evan Glenside, a soft-spoken, East London clerk, has just been named his great-uncle's heir and, though he is eager to learn all that will be required of him, he struggles to feel accepted.

A chance meeting between Evan and Lenora promises to change everything, but when Lenora proves too shy to pursue the relationship, Cassie begins to write Mr. Glenside letters in the name of her sister but her good intentions may lead to disaster.

As secrets are revealed, the hearts of Cassie, Evan, and Lenora are tested. Will the final letter sent by the vicar's daughter be able to reunite the sisters as well as unite Evan with his true love?

Doesn't it sound great?! I know you'll love it. Enter to win below!

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And The Winners Are . . .

I am so excited to announce the winners of my giveaway! Thank you SO MUCH to everyone who participated!

The $25 Amazon gift card winner is:

*drum roll*

Paul Gephart!

The autographed copy of The Capture goes to:

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Wendy Hutton!

and the Beach Blanket Book Basket grand prize goes to:

*drum roll*

Kathy Ross!

It was such a fun giveaway and I was thrilled that so many people entered. Thanks again for celebrating the release of my new romantic suspense novel with me!

If you'd like to be notified of all my giveaways and new releases, you can sign up for my VIP Readers Club here. (You'll also get a free novella when you do!)

Last Day To Get The Captain For Free!

Today is the last day to get my bestselling romantic suspense novel, The Captain, for free!

You can download your free Kindle copy here

Here's the back copy:

Captain Colt Mitchell is part of the elite Griffin Force team hunting down terrorist Nazer al-Raimi. After an attack on the Canadian Parliament buildings, the team gets good intel on Nazer's whereabouts. They plan to grab him, but when the mission goes wrong, Colt is captured and dragged away. Bruised, restrained, and disoriented, Colt is stunned to see Brenna Wilson, the Canadian intelligence officer who broke his heart years ago, standing next to Nazer. But how deep is she in the operation and can she help Colt escape?

After the devastating attack on Canadian soil, Brenna is recruited to go undercover to find out what Nazer is planning next. She's close to her goal until her former flame Colt Mitchell is taken hostage. Walking away from him has always been her biggest regret and she knows she has to save him, even if it blows her mission. Taking matters into her own hands, she pulls off a daring escape, but Colt and Brenna must learn to trust each other again if they want to stay alive. With their hearts and their lives on the line can they survive long enough to stop Nazer from ravaging another country's sense of security?

Meridian Magazine Reviewed The Capture Today!

I am so excited that Meridian Magazine reviewed, The Capture, today! It's always hard for me to have to wait and see what the reviewers will say when a new book comes out. I'm so relieved that so far, The Capture, has been well-received!

Here are two of my favorite parts of the Meridian review. The first one is:

"Those who enjoy international intrigue and high action novels won’t want to miss this one."

Yay! That statement alone made my whole day!

But my second favorite part was this:

"Without slowing down the action, the author walks the reader through the emotional damage and healing steps both go through during the captive period, being thrust into continuing action, and facing the probable death of someone for whom they feel responsible. Bellon makes the international settings and backgrounds of her books feel real and natural."

Whoa. What a high compliment! I am thrilled the reviewer was so complimentary! The Capture has a special place in my heart and I'm glad that others are enjoying the story.

If you'd like to read the entire review, you can click here

If you'd like to download your copy of The Capture, you can click here

What I'm (Sort of) Reading Wednesday

Last week I told you I was reading The Killing Curse and since I'm such a big fan of H.B. Moore's Omar Zagouri thrillers, you probably think I would have finished by now.

But I haven't.

With the wedding and having family come into town, I have been limiting myself to a chapter a night. Mostly because I'm usually rolling into bed around 2 a.m. and I still have to function the next day. It's been hard because I'm usually the kind of reader that just has to inhale the book---I can't stop until I know what happens. But I admit, I really have been savoring the book and truly enjoying anticipating the next chapter. It's a change, and maybe I'll make it a permanent one.

But maybe not. Haha.

So what have you been reading this week?

(If you're interested in an amazing thriller, you can get your copy of The Killing Curse here)

Here's the back copy:

Omar Zagouri should have known that the hunt for an ordinary art thief in London would end up being far from ordinary. Abducted and carted across several countries until he’s locked up in the middle of Jordan’s desert, Omar becomes the target of an underground crime organization that dates back to the Crusaders era. As Omar works to uncover the deadly secrets that connect centuries of deceit, he finds himself trying to prevent an honor killing from turning into another tragedy, while exposing the ancient crime organization for generations of lethal corruption.

The Captain Is Free Today!

I am so excited to offer my bestselling novel, The Captain, to my fans for free today! This was one of my favorite novels to write and I hope you enjoy it.

You can download your free Kindle copy here

Here's the back copy:

Captain Colt Mitchell is part of the elite Griffin Force team hunting down terrorist Nazer al-Raimi. After an attack on the Canadian Parliament buildings, the team gets good intel on Nazer's whereabouts. They plan to grab him, but when the mission goes wrong, Colt is captured and dragged away. Bruised, restrained, and disoriented, Colt is stunned to see Brenna Wilson, the Canadian intelligence officer who broke his heart years ago, standing next to Nazer. But how deep is she in the operation and can she help Colt escape?

After the devastating attack on Canadian soil, Brenna is recruited to go undercover to find out what Nazer is planning next. She's close to her goal until her former flame Colt Mitchell is taken hostage. Walking away from him has always been her biggest regret and she knows she has to save him, even if it blows her mission. Taking matters into her own hands, she pulls off a daring escape, but Colt and Brenna must learn to trust each other again if they want to stay alive. With their hearts and their lives on the line can they survive long enough to stop Nazer from ravaging another country's sense of security?

**Received the Crowned Heart for Excellence from InD'Tale Magazine**

Julie Coulter Bellon takes the reader on a magnificent journey filled withall the sights and sounds of the Middle East . . . a riveting storyfilled with excitement, intrigue, and love." ---InD'Tale Magazine

"Bellon pays careful attention to settings and is known for her depiction ofinternational venues for her books, using both European and MiddleEastern settings to add authenticity to her stories. The plot movesforward at a rapid pace, making The Captain a difficult book to setdown." ---Meridian Magazine

Last Day To Win An Autographed Book, Cash, Or A Book Basket!

Today is the LAST DAY to enter to win a  Red, White, and Blue Beach Blanket Book Basket with all kinds of goodies inside, as well as a $25 Amazon gift card, or an autographed copy of The Capture!

Get your entry in here and hopefully I will be announcing your name as THE WINNER!