Laura Ward's Blog - Posts Tagged "new-adult"

The Pledge is live! This was a very special book to write for a few reasons. One being, I had my first experience co-writing. Writing with Christine Manzari was a fantastic experience. I learned so much from her during the process. Plus, every time I checked my email and found a new chapter from her felt like Christmas morning! The second reason this book is so important to me is that both Christine and I wrote about our college experiences. Reliving my sorority days at the University of Maryland was so much fun. Learning about Christine's Gymkana days was fascinating. We went to the same college, at the same time, and lived polar opposite lives. Finding a way to bring our two characters, with such different lives, together was a challenge we loved taking on. Finally, I think the message in this book is unique and one I am so proud to say I wrote. I hope readers enjoy this story about the power of second chances, and that they will see that stereotypes are lies, trust is a risk worth taking, and love is the most important pledge we can make. http://amzn.to/1JpBaBA
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If you read NOT YET and UNTIL NOW, you know I like to redeem the bad boy. Many readers never thought I could make them love Dean, but guess what? Introduce a strong willed single mom and an adorable little boy, and bad boy Dean fell to his knees. In that same story his best friend Jon interfered, almost breaking the two apart. As readers we wanted to believe his intentions were good, but were they? At the same time we saw hints of something brewing between troubled Jon and Dean's very much younger sister, Daisy.
Hello, Someday Soon!
In this novel you will really get to know Jon. How his past traumas affect him. What his dreams and goals are for the future. And exactly what gets him through the present day.
Her name is Daisy. Bullied throughout school, with low self-esteem, Daisy is the odd-ball Goldsmith. But with a friend like Jon, she can get through anything.
Except, maybe her overbearing family.
Those of you who fell in love with the Goldsmith clan are about to fall even harder. From the Big Kahuna to little sis, Delilah, this family loves shy Daisy... and they truly care for Jon. Join the journey these two take as they use true friendship and then love to move past hurt and trust their hearts. I hope you love Daisy and Jon as much as I do. Happy Reading!!

THE SOUND OF YOUR HEART is live and only 99 cents for this week only. It is also FREE in KU! https://amzn.to/2L6jJgX
If you like swoon worthy musicians and bad girls turned good, this book is for you! Check out the synopsis:
***Can be read as a standalone***

Julie Prescott is the life of every party. She’s loud, witty, and uses her body and pretty face to get whatever she wants. She’s never had a problem hooking up with guys, or ditching them when they don’t live up to her standards. Julie has a list of exes a mile long and a reputation to match, but she’s looking for more than just a degree in college. She’s looking for Mr. Perfect.

Ben Sutherland is the enigmatic bassist of a popular local band. Born blind, Ben depends on his other senses to help him understand the world around him on a deeper level. His sultry voice and musical talent might make it impossible for him to go unnoticed on campus, but Ben isn’t looking for fame or groupies. He’s looking to perfect his music.

Julie’s been lusting after Ben for months and when she finally meets him at a party, her confidence is shaken when she discovers she can’t use her physical beauty to charm him. Even though she's always relied on her looks, it’s her personality that wins Ben over and he’s determined to show her that she’s more than just a pretty face.

But falling in love is the easy part. Family lies, a questionable reputation, and the chance of a lifetime threaten to tear Ben and Julie apart. Can they trust the futures they’ve chosen or will they take the biggest risk of all and listen to the sound of their own hearts?