Julie Coulter Bellon

Friday, July 4, 2025

Happy 4th of July!

We hope you have a safe and happy 4th of July!

Wednesday, April 2, 2025

Calling Historical Romance Fans!

If you love historical fiction, A Kingdom to Claim by Sian Bessey is FREE today! I really enjoyed this one. The author just has a way of pulling you right into the story!

Here's the back copy:

Aisley lost everything in a Viking attack. Now, working alongside the one man she trusts, she is ready to fight for her people—and for love.

Wessex, AD 878

Aisley’s young life was changed forever when her father accompanied King Alfred into battle and lost his life in a deadly skirmish with the Vikings. Now, almost seven years later, the Vikings are once again rallying on Wessex’s borders, and Aisley fears that her older brother may have treacherous plans to betray the king by aligning himself with the invading Norsemen. But when Aisley encounters a handsome nobleman in the market, she feels the first stirrings of hope. Though they met only once when Aisley was little more than a child, she recognizes him immediately as one of King Alfred’s most trusted men.

It has been years since Brecc has seen Aisley, but when he spots her in the marketplace, he finds himself inexplicably drawn to the copper-haired young lady with a gift for healing. Before his fledgling feelings for her can develop into something more, however, a Viking attack tears them apart. King Alfred is forced into hiding, and in a matter of days, the Saxon nation is brought to its knees. Unwilling to forsake their people, the king and his men embark on secret raids of Viking encampments. But when Aisley joins the fight, Brecc must reconcile his steadfast loyalty to King Alfred with his growing love for the king’s newest warrior.

Get your free copy HERE

Tuesday, April 1, 2025

April Fools!

After some pretty warm temps this past week, there was SNOW on the ground this morning, so when I saw this, it made me laugh! April Fools!

Friday, March 14, 2025

It's Stuff Your Kindle Day!

If you are a thriller, mystery, or suspense fan, this event is for you!

There is a giant Stuff Your Kindle event going on today with an amazing group of authors offering their mystery, thriller, and suspense books for FREE! (There are all heat levels included in this event, but there is a filter that you can choose so you are sure to get the level you are comfortable with.) I've already seen a few cozy mystery books that I'm going to get! You'll definitely want to check it out.

My book, Second Look, is there as well, so if you don't already have it you can download it today!

Check out all the FREE books HERE

Thursday, February 13, 2025

Free Small Town Romance!

Treat yourself to a Valentine's Day gift and pick up my newest small town romance Love Lights the Way for free today and tomorrow ONLY!

High school teacher Karissa Mead has given up on love. Finding anyone to date in small-town Lincoln is practically impossible---until the town’s newest policeman moves in. Benson Wright is handsome, helpful, and funny, but the universe isn’t content with letting things take their natural course. Throw in Ben's matchmaking grandma with Karissa's students who just want to “help,” then add his ex who can’t seem to let him go, and it's a recipe for disaster. When Karissa gets put in a dangerous situation, however, Ben will have one chance to get her home safely---and show her that love is worth fighting for.

Get your free copy HERE

Tuesday, February 11, 2025

Are You Looking for a Valentine's Day Romance?

Are you looking for a Valentine's Day romance? Jennifer Peel's book, The Valentine Inn, is on sale for only 99 cents!

You can get your sale copy HERE

Here's the back copy:

I, Charlotte Valentine, am mostly of sound mind. Typically, I make really good choices. I mean I went to college, never did drugs . . . I even brush and floss every day. That’s not to say I don’t make poor decisions—believe me, I do. They always seem to involve men—everything from gluing my eye shut (don’t ask) to falling in love with my boss. Did I mention he was famous? Oh, Drake Foster, you beautiful creature, you. My sister told me not to accept the position as his personal assistant. Apparently, she thinks it’s emotionally unhealthy for me to work for the object of my desire. What does she know?

Well, she knew enough to tell me not to go on a little jaunt with him through a blizzard. She was definitely against us sharing the only room left at the coziest inn ever. And what happened after that she was adamant should have never happened. But, hey, it all worked out. I got the inn and the cutest kid ever. Unfortunately, Drake has no idea about either one—he really should answer his phone more—until, that is, he decides to take a trip down memory lane and shows up at my beloved inn. Let’s just say he’s surprised. But he’s not the only one. Who knew our connection would be just as strong as it always was and that all this time, I’ve haunted him as much as he’s haunted me? But this time, will love come to stay, or is it checking out for good?

Monday, February 10, 2025

Date Night Blog Hop!

I am participating in a really fun blog hop with all sorts of fun date night ideas! Here is a date night idea from my newest small town romance, Love Lights the Way.

My main characters, Ben (the town's new policeman) and Karissa (a high school teacher) are going to go snowshoeing and then come back to Karissa's house for her specially-made hot chocolate. Sounds so cozy, right? But there's an unexpected visitor and Ben makes a little confession so everything doesn't quite go as planned. Sometimes the road to love isn't smooth, but it's always worth it. I hope you enjoy it!

Here's a little excerpt from the book:

She glanced over at Ben. “You sure you’re ready for this?”

For the first time since he’d gotten out to talk to his visitor, he smiled. “Ready or not.”

They got out of the car and Karissa showed him how to put the snowshoes on. It had been years since anyone had used her dad’s snowshoes, but she’d been careful to take good care of them. A tiny part of her had worried that it would hurt to see Ben use them, but when they fit perfectly on his foot it felt like her dad was giving his approval in a way. Yet, there was still the issue of Ben’s past. Was he stuck there? She didn’t know, but she wasn’t going to allow any of that to ruin the afternoon she had planned.

With the pack firmly on her back, the snowshoes on their feet, and poles in hand, they started forward. Ben was stepping gingerly, getting used to the feeling. They walked for about fifty feet until the snow got a little deeper. “You doing okay?” she asked.

“Yeah.” He looked over at her. “It’s not as weird as I thought.”

“You thought it would be weird?” She laughed. “Like how?”

“Like walking on water or something. I just wasn’t sure how it all worked.” He looked up at the sky. “It’s magical in a way. Like we’re supposed to be sinking into this snow, but we’re on top of it all.”

“Isn’t it great?” There was no feeling like it. “Nothing but the snow, the sky, and hearing your own self think.”

They walked side by side until they got to some trees where the path narrowed. Ben dropped back to let Karissa lead the way. The conditions were perfect---not too hot or cold, the snow not too soft or packed. She led them to her favorite viewpoint, undid her snowshoes, then sat down on the large rock that overlooked the valley. “Ready for a break?” She put her pack down and opened it. “I brought you a protein bar.”

He undid his snowshoes as well, then sat down next to her and took the offered snack. “Thanks. I had packed a few things, but forgot to grab it again after my unexpected visitor.”

“It’s fine.” She gave him a sympathetic smile and offered him a water bottle. “Got to stay hydrated.”

“Okay, I’m feeling woefully unprepared,” he said with a frown. “My CO would have put me on KP duty for a week or something.”

“Well, you could make me dinner again if that would make you feel better.” She laughed and nudged his shoulder. “Besides, I invited you, so it’s only fair that I make sure you’re taken care of.”

“Thanks. I just wasn’t expecting you to do that. I’ll figure out a way to return the favor.” He unwrapped his protein bar.

“If you want, we can just count the shwarma. That stuff was amazing.” Unless he meant he wanted to return the favor by taking her out on a date. That would be different. Maybe she shouldn’t have said anything.

He didn’t comment and they sat there finishing up the protein bars while watching the view and

sipping their water. “It’s so peaceful up here,” he commented. “It’s perfect.”

She agreed. “If you ever need to come up here without me, feel free. I’m sure Mr. Green won’t mind.” She could feel a frustration in him, an anxiety that hadn’t been there before. Maybe being up here could soothe that.

He shoved a hand through his hair. “I’m probably really bad company right now.”

“Hey, it’s okay. Everyone has rough days.” She took another sip of her water. “I was serious yesterday, though. If you ever want to talk to me about something, it won’t go any further.”

He leaned his arms on his knees and bent his head to look at her.

Have you ever been snowshoeing? Did you love it?

If you want to read Ben and Karissa's story (and see how their date ends!) you can get your copy HERE

Click HERE to go to tomorrow's stop on the blog tour.

Here is the full schedule of date night ideas if you want to take a peek. Happy Romance Month!

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