I have some really exciting news! Do you read books on a Kindle, Nook, cell phone or other e-reader, or do you know someone who does? My new New York Times and USA Today bestselling novel, BLACKBERRY WINTER, has been chosen as the book-of-the-day by

This happened! #1 paperback bestseller in the Seattle Times! Also, here is their review of Blackberry Winter, which was great and included with reviews of Susan Wiggs' and Debbie Macomber's latest releases.

This week, a lovely artist and blogger named Patricia van Essche asked me if she could share Blackberry Winter with her fans and make a painting of my home. I was so honored! Here is the gorgeous result of her creativity! I

A dream come true.