Order of T.J. Newman Books
T.J. Newman is an American author of thriller novels. She grew up in Mesa, Arizona, and graduated from Illinois Wesleyan University after studying musical theatre. She tried her hand at acting and worked at a bookshop before becoming a flight attendant. Newman lives in Los Angeles, California. (more…)
Order of Dee MacDonald Books
Dee MacDonald is a Scottish author of crime fiction, cozy mystery, and women’s fiction novels. She writes the Kate Palmer series. Dee began writing when she was approximately seven. Writing was always her best subject at school, even winning essay competitions. Unfortunately, life had other plans for her, and she had to put her writing dreams aside until retirement. Dee lives in Cornwall, England with her husband. She has one son and two grandsons. (more…)
Order of Monica Murphy Books
Monica Murphy is an American author of New Adult and YA romance novels. She is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author, known for her One Week Girlfriend series, Billionaire Bachelors series, and The Rules series. Her books have been translated into nearly a dozen languages and have sold over a million copies worldwide. Monica is both traditionally and independently published and also writes as Karen Erickson. A self-proclaimed workaholic, Monica lives with her husband, three children, a dog, and numerous cats on fourteen acres in central California. When she’s not writing, she’s often reading or spending time with her family. Known for her belief in happy endings, she enjoys putting her characters through angst-filled journeys before they earn their happily-ever-after. (more…)
Order of R.J. Blain Books
R.J. Blain is an author of urban fantasy and paranormal romance novels. She is a USA Today bestselling author, who writes the Witch & Wolf series, Magical Romantic Comedy (with a Body Count) series, and a lot more. R.J. also writes under the pen names Trillian Anderson, Susan Copperfield, Lilith Daniels, Bernadette Franklin, Audrey Greene, and G.P. Robbins. R.J. loves to read, make puns, daydream, and has a fixation with pens. (more…)
Welcome to September! Reader Mailbag: Best & Worst Character Names
In the August 2024 OOB newsletter, we asked readers the best and worst character names in books. Here are the responses: (more…)
Order of Lucy Score Books
Lucy Score is an author of romance novels. She writes the Blue Moon series, Riley Thorn series, and more. She is a New York Times bestselling author. Lucy grew up in a family who loved to read, and got her journalism degree. Lucy lives in Pennsylvania with her husband and cat. She writes full-time. (more…)
Order of Natasha Boyd Books
Natasha Boyd is an author of historical fiction and contemporary romance novels. She also writes romance novels as Tasha Boyd. She is a USA Today bestselling author. Natasha earned her Bachelor of Science in Psychology. She is married with two sons. (more…)
Order of Scott Hahn Books
Scott Hahn is an American author of religious non-fiction books. He graduated with a BA in Theology, Philosophy and Economics (magna cum laude) from Grove City College, earned his M.Div (summa cum laude) from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary, as well as his Ph.D. in Theology from Marquette University. Originally a Presbyterian minister, Scott converted to Catholicism in 1986. He is the Founder and President of the St. Paul Center for Biblical Theology. In addition, he is also a speaker and teacher. Scott lives in Ohio with his wife Kimberly. They have six children and many grandchildren. (more…)
Order of Tamara Merrill Books
Tamara Merrill is an American author of contemporary and historical fiction. She began writing in the ’60s, when she had multiple short stories published in women’s magazines, but the need for a regular income necessitated getting a more stable job. Unfortunately, it meant her writing dreams would be put aside, but not forever. She was able to resume writing in 2007. Aside from reading and writing, Tamara also enjoys painting, quilting, crafting, and travelling. (more…)