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Too cute! I couldn't resist this LOLcat given I wrote two books with royal weddings. I love royalty and weddings so a wonderful combination. If you're curious about the stories they are Expecting Royal Twins (Kindle version on sale for $2.99) and Not-So-Perfect Princess. The second book features a black kitten who was modeled after my cat Yoda when he was younger!

All the kidlets are home and accounted for! I sure missed them. The cats, not so much. But they are enjoying the extra sets of hands to rub them. Hubby and I can only do so much!

The one thing I noticed when I picked up my daughter at the airport last night was she looked tired. It was 11 o'clock our time so even later for her body clock. The second thing I noticed was her lack of make-up. She's 14 and never goes out unless her hair is done and make-up on. She's even willing to get up early to make that happen. For those who know me, I promise she's my kid, but yes, I find it strange also.

I asked one of the chaperones about the lack of make-up because it was so not her. I was told she cried it all off in D.C. saying goodbye to the group of kids from Palm Springs who were part of her tour group. I guess everyone was crying, including the tour guide. My daughter's school group departed first and the California kids walked them to the door and stood at the window while the plane left. I was told everyone was crying both on the airplane and in the terminal. They all really bonded over the last eight days.

Today is going to be about prepping for the big family gathering tomorrow. I still have some eggs to stuff and some things to buy at the store. I also need to wash my new Easter tablecloth for the kitchen table that I got with my Kohl's cash a couple of days ago. It's so cute. I don't decorate until after the Easter Vigil tonight, but I'll have everything ready so it shouldn't take me too long. I love Easter! I'm really looking forward to tomorrow!

What are you up to?

Please Vote!

Not-So-Perfect Princess received a 5 book review from LASR which means it's up for book of the week. I already have a video, so it's more about bragging rights. Expecting Royal Twins! won. It would be nice if the sequel did, too.

If you have a minute could you go here and vote! Voting runs from Saturday until Sunday. Thanks!

Today, I'll be at a dog show with my oldest daughter. She's showing Chaos in the Jr. Handler competition. She's been working with the dog so much to get ready. Yesterday she groomed Chaos herself, too! Fingers crossed the day goes well! It'll be her first "Open" event with lots of other competitors!

Hope you have a great weekend!

Tour and a Book Trailer!

My furbabies have been smiling lots since we got home. Extra treats, toys, attention. What's not to like?

Today for my virtual book tour, I'll be at Bookworm Lisa for an interview. Just click here to go there.

And don't forget, I've got all sorts of contests this month so be sure to check my contest tab so you don't miss out. And you never know when I'll just give something away!

I wanted to post the video for Not-So-Perfect Princess for your viewing pleasure. The talented ladies at Goddess Fish Productions made it for me.



Hope you have a great day!

Romance Trading Cards

Have you heard about Romance Trading Cards?  If not, think baseball cards for romance novels. The front of the card is the book cover. The back is a character from the book.

For my upcoming July release, Not-So-Perfect Princess, I had Kim at Hot Damn Designs make make three cards—one for my hero, one for my heroine and one for a stray kitten in the book.


Okay, I'm totally biased, but I love them! Once I have the cards in hand, I'll figure out what I'm going to do with them besides taking them to the literacy signing at the RWA conference in New York and giving them away during my July Virtual Book Tour. If you have any ideas, please let me know!

For any authors wanting cards made for their book(s), Kim is amazing. She is so easy to work with and lightening fast. I'd put off ordering these for way too long due to being sick. I didn't contact her until Monday when I asked if it was even possible to have them done in time for RWA. I had the proofs in my inbox yesterday morning. I can't recommend Kim and Hot Damn Designs enough! Totally awesome!

Saturday Happening

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If this little kitty had green eyes, he'd be the perfect Boots. That's the name of the cat in my July release Not-So-Perfect Princess.

Busy day ahead with soccer, writing, shopping and preparing for Easter. Hubby continues to do an excellent job with the downstairs. Unfortunately, we're running out of time to do much with the upstairs. But we'll see what we can do after all the eggs are stuffed with candy for the big hunt!

Anything happening in your corner of the world today?

A new spin on my day

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Revisions for the manuscript I sent off on Sunday arrived in my inbox. The proposal I've been researching goes on hold while I dive back into the Sleeping Beauty book!

I'm printing out the Not-So-Perfect Princess manuscript and the revision letter now. What are you up to?

A New Title

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I feel like this kitten, who looks like he's being swallowed by a giant cup of hot chocolate. But what a way to go! Only a couple of more days left of this manuscript. I have the word count. Just need to get through the rough draft of the last couple of chapters then do a polish pass.

My working title was While the Princess was Sleeping. Editorial thought that was too long so it's now titled Not-So-Perfect-Princess.

Okay better get to it!

Hope you have a great day!

Extras: Not-So-Perfect Princess

Princess Julianna, the heroine of Not-So-Perfect Princess, first appeared in my April 2000 Silhouette Romance If the Ring Fits... She also made an appearance in my February 2011 Harlequin Romance Expecting Royal Twins! I'm so happy she finally has her own book!

I had Kim at Hot Damn Designs make make three cards—one for my hero, one for my heroine and one for a stray kitten in the book. (If you're looking for the kitten's name take a close look at the trading cards!)


If you would like a set, you can follow me on my virtual book tour starting July 5th. I'll be giving sets away at each stop. All you have to do is post a comment on the blog I'm visiting. Or you can send a SASE (self-addressed stamped envelope) to me and I'll mail three cards back to you. My mailing address is:

Melissa McClone
PO Box 63
Lake Oswego, OR 97034