#SaturdaySpotlight is on Just What the Doctor Hired by Amanda Nelson & Lisa-Marie Potter!

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It is SO nice to connect with you again and to host another great author - well authors - and their book. These lovely ladies, Amanda Nelson & Lisa-Marie Potter have never been to our blog, so please give them a huge SWLA W-E-L-C-O-M-E...

Thank you for joing us, ladies. Tell us about your book, Just What the Doctor Hired...

Thank you for having us Pam!

Just What the Doctor Hired is a clean, wholesome, fake relationship romance published by The Wild Rose Press. Here is the blurb...

Student Autumn Haze’s motto is: no men until she completes her Bachelor of Nursing degree. Years before, Autumn learned the hard way men are just a distraction she can’t afford until she’s established her career and what she wants. While moonlighting as a Plus One companion pays the bills, she struggles to follow her rules after meeting her newest contract. Pediatric Hospitalist Jensen Edwards is still recovering from a bad breakup that left him the talk of the hospital. Now he’s receiving a Best Doctor’s award, but after he hires Autumn as his plus one, Jensen is on edge. If word gets out that he hired a companion, rumors are bound to circulate, making work unbearable—again. Their chemistry as a fake couple is undeniable, but can a chance at a real relationship override their fear of commitment?

And, an Excerpt:

Jensen leaned forward, his lips rasping against my ear. “Make me look good--she’s watching.”  

I shook, an involuntary shiver running down my neck and into my spine. This will be fun. “You got it.” I licked my lips, slow and seductive, before wrapping my arms around his neck, my hips pressed against him, and swayed to the beat.  

Jensen’s hands slid down my waist.  

I felt his fingers dig into my skin, and I couldn’t stop my heart from racing. Jensen’s performance had me coiled like a spring, ready to jump at any moment. If Kayla was watching, she couldn’t deny my chemistry with Jensen. I chanced a glance. The woman’s

 deep scowl and curled lip was all the answer I needed. A+ for Jensen’s performance. “She looks furious.”  

“Good.”  

OH, how cute! Tell us, what makes this, and/or your other books special or stand out from similar titles?

Both of us agree that the best part of any romance book (or even a movie) is the chase. Reading or watching the "will they/won't they" moments are the parts that make us the most invested in the characters and the plot. However, many romances out there skimp on the tension that stems from the beginning of a relationship. Therefore, we decided to write a series of books that would give us, as well as our readers, all the feels of a good romance without the spice. Our books are light reads, full of wit and tension that you can share with anyone.

Ahhh, wonderful! Now give us the low-down on you two and where we can find Just What the Doctor Hired...

Amanda and Lisa-Marie are an award-winning, co-writing team of best friends who share imaginary worlds, including Men In Books Aren't Better (September 29, 2024), Just What the Doctor Hired (July 9, 2025), and a short story, Shivers, published in Moments Between (February 28, 2022). Lisa-Marie Potter (BIPOC) is a mom of four who grew up in Nottingham, England, and now resides in Alaska with her husband and golden retriever. Amanda Nelson grew up in Maryland and moved to Arizona, where she attended ASU and currently lives with her husband and four kids. Both women are hopeless romantics, but Lisa-Marie also enjoys suspense novels, while Amanda's second go-to genre is romantacy. The duo review books on their socials, hike the Olympic National Park, and fight over the same fictional crushes. Find out more by visiting our website where you can sign up to receive our newsletter. You can follow us on the social media links here: X, Instagram, Threads, and Facebook and LinkedIn and TikTok.

Just What the Doctor Hired can be found at Amazon, B&N and many other places listed HERE.

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We appreciate you two sharing your book with us today and wish you the best of luck and God's blessings in your endeavors.

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Until next week, take care and God Bless.

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#WednesdayWordswithFriends Welcomes @Josieriviera Josie Riviera!

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I have known Josie for quite some time now as a member of 2 different promo groups but I was surprised to find she's never been a guest here on our blog so .... W-E-L-C-O-M-E Josie! Please share with us your Christmas book as part of our All Christmas thru Christmas feature.

Christmas in the Air is a sweet, small-town romance filled with delightful characters and holiday cheer.

What if you told your innermost secrets to a guy you assumed you’d never see again?

Penelope Reid owns a toy business, and meets an elusive, handsome stranger on a plane trip to Hilton Head Island. Along the way, she confesses her problems and fears, her aspirations, and unrealized goals, while she believes the man is only half-listening. She is a single mother in her late 40s, readjusting to her life after a difficult divorce, and raising a challenging twelve-year-old son.

Two months later, she comes into direct contact with Jacob Williams, the new pediatrician in town, and the man she met on the plane. Jacob knows many facts about her life. Will he use his knowledge to embarrass her, or pursue her?

As Jacob and Penelope get to know each other, Jacob relates his story—his poverty-stricken childhood, his mother’s disapproval when he left the family farm, and his recent job.

She is touched and impressed by his new goals to forego his ambitions and help people. And she is a bit envious he has decided what he wants and is going after it.

Things can only take a turn for the worse when their romance begins to develop, all under the disapproving eyes of her critical son and the small, inquisitive community who thought they knew her.

Her son is begging for a snuggly puppy for Christmas. But is he ready to assume the responsibility? And does Penelope have room in her heart for a new romance and an adorable puppy?

Excerpt: Penelope Reid sat glued to her seat.

Breathe in. There’s nothing to be nervous about. Flying in an airplane is routine for many businesspeople.

And she, unfortunately, was a businessperson.

She attempted to smile at the flight attendant who walked past, before resuming her pep talk to herself.

Virginia to Hilton Head Island is a short flight.

She considered texting her brother, Lincoln, with a ‘mission accomplished’ message, though he wouldn’t get the message until she had cell service again. He’d encouraged her to take the flight to secure a toy shop location. She’d complied, albeit reluctantly, though she’d been successful with the negotiations and closed on the deal. Nonetheless, when she finally arrived home, she intended to wring his neck. He knew how much she dreaded flying.

She cut a glance at her handsome seatmate’s profile. She’d admired the angle of his face—his sharp jawline and straight nose—throughout most of the flight. Framed by the afternoon sunlight streaming in the window, he seemed relaxed. Of course, he seemed relaxed because he was sleeping. In fact, he’d slept almost non-stop.

She coughed and nudged him with her elbow. She needed someone to talk to and take her mind off the flight. She’d already breezed through every magazine in the seat pocket.

“Hmm?” He took off his aviator sunglasses and turned toward her. His eyes were a deep shade of brown, warm and mesmerizing, rimmed with black eyelashes. His skin exuded a healthy golden glow. “Have we arrived?”

“Hardly.”

He peered out the window. “Cloudy day.”

“The weather forecaster called for rain.”

“He was probably right.”

“She was probably right,” Penelope corrected.

He grinned. “Touché.”

Penelope sat up straighter. “Before you fell asleep, we were discussing our jobs.”

“Were we?”

“We were about to.” Her seatbelt tightened as she leaned toward him. “I’ve managed a toy shop business ever since I was a teenager.”

“Sounds fun.”

“I hate it.”

His dark eyebrows curved upward. “Why?”

“Do you want the truth?”

“By all means.”

“I shouldn’t be telling you this, but I’ve never been good at deception.”

“Bravo.” He gave her a thumbs-up. “So, do tell.”

“I’d like to do something else.”

“Nothing wrong with that. I’ll keep your secret.” He flashed her a positively magnetic smile.

Her heart stilled. Here sat a good-looking man who had listened to her rattle on about her life whenever he opened his eyes. At least, she assumed he listened. She’d held him captive because he couldn’t escape. They were seated next to each other in first class. Still, she’d begun to assume they were friends, and he was an attentive guy.

Josie Riviera is a USA TODAY bestselling author of contemporary, inspirational, and historical sweet romances that read like Hallmark movies. She lives in the Charlotte, NC, area with her wonderfully supportive husband. They share their home with an adorable shih tzu, who constantly needs grooming, and live in an old house forever needing renovations. Find out more about Josie by visiting her Website and connecting with her on Social Media (links available through website). Check out her other books by visiting her Amazon Author Page.

Get your copy of Christmas in the Air HERE.

Wow, Josie Christmas in the Air sounds like a wonderful, book! Thank you for sharing. Good luck and God's blessings.

PamT