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Dilys  stumbled into Home & Dragons with no clue about what was going on. She works hard, plays hard, and hates all the people hanging around her house making that “stupid show” even it means the old homestead gets a full remodel, which it sorely needs. She has no money to do the work herself. 

She often asks herself where the renovation money comes from. Problem is, she’s not sure she wants to know.

With everything going on, a little one-on-one with her newest little friend, is a welcome respite.

She was born in Wales, the daughter of physicians, who were themselves the offspring of physicians. Granddad worked for years to convince Dilys to join his concierge medical practice in Austin. She loved living and working in Cardiff, until he said the magic words: “Willie Nelson is one of my clients.” That did it for Dilys. She was on the plane in no time flat. To say she was disappointed with Granddad’s medical practice is an understatement. 

It’s fair to say that  without a chance meeting with a gardener, an attack by a dragon, and a few new friends, she’d have fled home to Wales by now.

Peace,

L.K. Latham

P.S.  Don’t worry about Dilys’ T’day plans. Assuming she’s not working, she’ll catch up on her sleep, which she sorely needs.

I love dragonflies: I can sit and stare at for hours as they weave and bob, dive and hover. And those magnifi colors! This is why, I suspect, I slid into writing about dragons. While I was creating Midnight Wildes, I learned a lot about dragons, but more importantly, I learned about dragonflies.

Doesn’t look much like a Dragonfly, does he?

How about now? Still working on this image.

It only seemed natural that if a Dragon from the Wildes was here in Austin, especially a very young Dragon, there would also be a Dragonfly. Thus was Jasper born. Until that day when he—Wait: No Spoilers. Let’s just say I thought he was just one of Randall’s goofball friends.

xxx

Peace,

L.K. Latham

No one is lonelier than a vampire who loves.

Lydia is an exceptional vampire—not only as an urban scout and skilled fighter, but because she’s regained her ability to love others. While her family teases her for having crushes, traditionalist vampires would kill Lydia if they knew about her forbidden feelings.

But when an investigation takes her to Bolingbrook, she falls for the editor of paranormal tabloid the Babbler. Sara is one of the few humans who believes in the vampires she reports on— and, freshly heartbroken and devastatingly lonely, Lydia finds herself imagining things she shouldn’t.

I’m not the only one enjoying Halloween this year, so is my new friend from Home and Dragons.

First, let me assure those who asked: Home and Dragons is NOT a romance novel. Poor Randall is very much in love, but his romantic life is subplot. He’s such a fun character, I think you’re going to enjoy following is journey. 

The first draft of Home and Dragons is almost done. Hurrah! Soon, the “serious” part begins – editing and editing and editing. That will be my November. 

This is my favorite time of year, and even though the Fates have blocked me from doing my usual decorating, my writing friends are helping me celebrate this most joyous season and constantly remind me to get back to work.

Wishing you all a Happy Halloween!

Peace,

L.K. Latham

I always thought I sprinkled a bit of romance in every story, and then a good friend called me out. She said, “Where’s the romance? I need someone to fall in love!”

Mind blown.

Now, I’m wondering: How much romance is too much? How much is enough?

Just to clarify, I am not writing a romance novel. Not sure I have it in me. Luckily, one of my characters in Home and Dragons, Randall, is head over heels for another character, who is oblivious to his attentions. So, before his pining gets on my nerves, how much romance should be in a good Urban Fantasy novel? 

Here’s Randall. AI finally got a character right! He’s a mess and as much of a goofball as he looks. He’s also smarter than most of us. How can I refuse to let him have a meaningful relationship?

This is my quandary this week. Right now, I’m letting him moon over his love, follow her around like a puppy, and she still has no clue.

Looking for suggestions.

Peace,

L.K. Latham

P.S. For those who don’t care for romance, don’t worry. Home and Dragons is not a “Romantasy” novel, even though Randall is not the only one who wants to strike up a romance with another character.

I’m working full time on Home and Dragons, and I’m having a blast! To say my characters are taking on their own lives and telling their own stories is an understatement.

Today, let me tell you how it all began: An accident. I’m sitting with a group of writer friends, and we’re challenging each other with various prompts. The prompt I was given had nothing to do with dragons. I can’t recall it having anything to do with anything that’s in the story at all, but it’s where I met my first two characters, Jasper and Randall. In that first meeting, they told me all about the first dragon attack. 

Before long, I was playing with AI images and came up with this one.  

60K-plus words of many wee stories and character sketches followed.

I’m devoting the rest of 2025 to completing Home and Dragons. While I introduce the characters and a few events to you, I promise to give away any spoilers: at least; I hope not, but you may get one or two.

Peace,

L.K. Latham

P.S. Can there be too many spoilers? How about a few hints of things to come?

When I released Midnight Wildes, I’d hoped to sell a book or two. While I’m no threat to Amazon’s top ten authors, I’m actually selling books. Thank you!

My next project is moving along. Almost done with the outline; the characters are lining up as they should; the timetable flows logically; and the settings are fantastic. This is where I need your input.

What do you think of this:

Winter Solstice: A penthouse in Austin’s newest and grandest high rise, two contestants clasp hands as they wait for the winner to be announced, and their careers to soar, on America’s favorite home decorating contest. The director calls, action. The host radiates her delight at the camera. A dragon attacks.

 Is this a good hook? Would you pick up this book to see what happens to the host, the camera crew, the contestants, the dragon, the floor plan?

I need to know. My brain is tingling. I’m missing something. What is it?

This is the point where I can incorporate your input. Please let me know what you think of this premise and what you’d like to see in this story.

Get your copy of Midnight Wildes at your favorite online bookstore.

Peace,

L.K. Latham

P.S. More books to add to the to-be-read pile! Can the TBR list ever be too big?

Midnight Wildes is now officially live for download, but that doesn’t mean I can sit back and do nothing.

Get your copy of Midnight Wildes at your favorite online bookstore.

First, I must clear some space: both a physical space and my inner space.

Now, I’m ready to start something new. Well, it’s not totally new.

Don’t want to talk about it too much and jinx it; still wrapping my head around the details. I will say that it takes place in Austin (mostly), and some characters from the Midnight Whispers series are around. (They pop in from time to time.)

I will share my current mood board. Look interesting?

Peace,

L.K. Latham

P.S. Three recommendations for you this week, plus two fabulous sales. Check them out.

At last! Midnight Wildes is available for pre-order in most online bookstores.

Release date set for 4 September.

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If you missed your chance to download the free short story prequels for Midnight Wildes, here they are. Get them while you can.

These links are only good until 28 August.

Not sure Midnight Wildes is right for you? Grab a copy of the prequel.

All Eugene wants is a good time. What werewolf wouldn’t enjoy a free trip to Vegas with her best friend? If that means putting up with a few cranky Vampires and Witches. No sweat. But to be attacked by her own kind? Something’s wrong in Vegas.

Now she’s stuck in the Wildes and spelled into a mutt. The old Troll who rescued them says it’s easy to get home.

They just need to fix the magic, free the Werewolves, save the Witches from themselves, and don’t forget: If they fail, all magic will crumble and take Vegas with it. 

As if things couldn’t get worse – someone stole all her tattoos! 

Meanwhile, in Vegas, Isabella — a vampire with a tongue as sharp as her fangs — is trying to hold the city together. Her friends are spelled away but safe—so says the Goblin, and she’s not sure how much she can trust him—her boss is clinging on to his undead life, and the Witch behind it all isn’t only targeting Las Vegas. She’s looking to control all the Magic in all the Worlds. That’s just crazy!

Isabella’s no hero, but she’ll save her friends, the Vampires, the Werewolves, and she’ll even do it with the help of Goblins if it’s the last thing she does. 

Surviving a walk in the sun was the easy part.

Peace,

L.K. Latham

P.S. It felts so good to finally add the Midnight Wildes image to this list of books. I think they’re looking good. What do you think?

In preparation for the release of Midnight Wildes, it’s now available for pre-order on Amazon.

Release date is set for 4 September.

If you haven’t had a chance, here’s a link to the preview.

All Eugene wants is a good time. What werewolf wouldn’t enjoy a free trip to Vegas with her best friend? If that means putting up with a few cranky Vampires and Witches. No sweat. But to be attacked by her own kind? Something’s wrong in Vegas.

Now she’s stuck in the Wildes and spelled into a mutt. The old Troll who rescued them says it’s easy to get home.

They just need to fix the magic, free the Werewolves, save the Witches from themselves, and don’t forget: If they fail, all magic will crumble and take Vegas with it. 

As if things couldn’t get worse – someone stole all her tattoos! 

Meanwhile, in Vegas, Isabella — a vampire with a tongue as sharp as her fangs — is trying to hold the city together. Her friends are spelled away but safe—so says the Goblin, and she’s not sure how much she can trust him—her boss is clinging on to his undead life, and the Witch behind it all isn’t only targeting Las Vegas. She’s looking to control all the Magic in all the Worlds. That’s just crazy!

Isabella’s no hero, but she’ll save her friends, the Vampires, the Werewolves, and she’ll even do it with the help of Goblins if it’s the last thing she does. 

Surviving a walk in the sun was the easy part.

Peace,

L.K. Latham

P.S. Like a good paperback? Me, too. Midnight Wildes will be available on paperback as well as ebook.

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I’m excited to say that Midnight Wildes is in its final formatting review. Whew! I thought the day would never come. Unfortunately, it arrived while I’m once again battling oatmeal days. (My word for the chronic fatigue that comes from my lousy immune system.)

But I’m still working – just very slowly.

If you have’t yet had a chance to read the preview, check it out here. You’ll be put on the list to know when it hits the shelves.

Peace,

L.K. Latham

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