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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?

Happy Friday!

I have a new release today! BECAUSE OF YOU is book #4 in the Not Yet series, but it can absolutely be read as a standalone.

https://amzn.to/2Jc1DZY

Here is the synopsis:

All Ricky Martinez knows of life is loss, loyalty, and family.

When his father became a quadriplegic after breaking his neck saving a drowning girl, Ricky gave up his dreams of playing football at a big college to stay home and take care of his family. His new dream? Find the girl who caused his father’s injury and get justice.

Because of her, his family lost everything.

All Aveline Gerard knows of life is a quiet, protective love.

Homeschooled ever since her accident eighteen years ago, Aveline’s parents, both deaf, have kept her safe the only way they know how—sheltered, and alone. Aveline’s deepest desire? To experience life in all its loud and messy glory, and the tattooed guy in her first college class is all of those things.

Because of him, her life is finally beginning.

But fate has a wicked sense of justice and when Ricky realizes the sweet, shy girl in his class is the one who wrecked his family, will he be able to walk away? Or will the bitter rage inside cause him to make the biggest mistake of his life?

Because of them, the pain of two families will finally collide.

Also, book #1 in the series, NOT YET, is FREE just for this weekend only as a celebration of the release of BECAUSE OF YOU!
https://www.amazon.com/Not-Yet-Book-e...

Happy reading! I hope you have a relaxing, word-filled weekend!

Laura Ward
www.laurawardauthor.com

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!!

**All digital profits go to the Bookworm Box!**
24 Authors. Awkward Sex. Epic Cause.

Romance done right is full of beautiful and awe-inspiring sex, where the only noises are gasps of pleasure, and changes of position happen smoothly and effortlessly.

But what happens when it all goes wrong?

This collection of short stories will bring you back to the real world, where you laugh to keep from crying, because sometimes, it's just F*cking Awkward!


Contributing Authors:
Taryn Plendl, Angel Justice, Ahren Sanders, Aly Martinez, Amanda Maxlyn, BA Wolfe, Brooke Blaine, Brooke Page, Carey Heywood, Christine Zolendz, CM Foss, Dina Littner, Ella Frank, Heather C. Leigh, HJ Bellus, K Langston , Laura Ward, Lex Martin, Liv Morris, Mel Ballew, RE Hunter, Stacy Kestwick, Tiffany Aleman, Trudy Stiles

**Foreword written by Tara Sivec, USA Today Bestselling Author**



https://www.amazon.com/F-cking-Awkwar...

Fans of NOT YET, book #2 in the series is live! Until Now is Dean's story from Not Yet. Readers who like sports romances will enjoy this fast-paced love story that tugs at your heart. Check it out here! http://amzn.to/1VfxsAq

Also, I have a cover reveal for THE COLOR OF US! This is book #2 in the College Bound series. Here is the GR link to the cover: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2...

Happy summer reading!!

After many months (okay, years) of procrastination, I finally started a reader group on Facebook!

Laura's Lovelies will be a place where we can chat about books and all things lovely! I will show teaser's, covers, blurbs, and such here FIRST. I'll let members know about giveaways and ARC opportunities. Join us!

https://www.facebook.com/groups/54415...

Is spring here yet? I'm ready for warmer temperatures and sunny days. Weather here in Maryland has been crazy! I wanted to pop in and share the synopsis for my next book! UNTIL NOW is Dean Goldsmith's story from NOT YET. Yes, he was an arrogant jerk in Not Yet, but just wait until Grace Yeates brings him to his knees! Check it out and mark it as a "Want to Read" here: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2...

Focus.

Dean Goldsmith is Indiana University’s star quarterback, and his dreams are about to come true. His undefeated season means he has a legitimate shot at the NFL. If he stays focused. Football comes first.

College senior, Grace Yeates, is determined to defy the odds. She is months away from graduating with a business degree, something no one thought she would be able to pull off. All she has to do is focus on her number one priority. Family comes first.

Distraction.

Dean has no time for distractions, but when a gorgeous, snarky, redheaded waitress refuses to tell him her name, he can’t seem to focus on anything else.

Grace knows she can’t let herself get caught up in a guy, particularly a man-whore like Dean, no matter how charming or sexy. She has two hearts to look out for now and no room for a Dean-sized distraction.

Complications.

Everyone in Dean’s life agrees that Grace is the kind of complication his career doesn’t need.

Grace knows that Dean is the kind of risk her heart shouldn’t want.

But what if the last person you think you need, the one you shouldn’t want, becomes the one you can’t live without? Can their biggest distraction actually be the focus they were missing all along?

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
http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-p...