Chocolate Time! Coco Sala and Donna Kauffman
CHOCOLATE TIME! (That’s right. I do more than just torment you with photos of the chocolates I’m eating. I try to pay it forward a bit. 🙂 ) As a huge thank you to all of you for the support that helped make CHASE ME‘s release so fun, this month’s chocolate is from luxury chocolate producer COCO SALA in DC.
And for the books, this month I wanted to feature Donna Kauffman, one of the very first authors to reach out when THE CHOCOLATE THIEF was published with very generous support and praise. I have a huge soft spot for established authors who take time to try to help new authors reach readers, and Donna Kauffman is a true star. And you will love her books. Her upcoming release STARFISH MOON takes us back to Blueberry Cove, the wonderfully heartwarming small town she has created in Maine. (I re-read them all every time we head to Maine, in fact.)
I’m throwing in also one copy of ALL FOR YOU, the first book in the Paris Nights series.
Name drawn Thursday! Please comment below to enter (or on Facebook).
I hope you enjoy!
LINDA DIANE MCMAHON
Read “Chase Me” on the Kindle and I loved it.
Laura Florand
Thanks so much! 🙂
Landa novak
Laura,
Your happiness and excitement are contagious! What a sunny greeting for those of us in Colorado still struggling through winter ! Ugh ! Thank you for sharing with us all the fun and romance and delicious surprise that life can sometimes be. So lucky to be a fan!
Laura Florand
I’m the one who is lucky to have your support. <3 Thanks so much for that!
Marcia White
I read “The Chocolate Rose” on my Nook and loved it. Will be reading more of yours.
Laura Florand
Thank you! I had a lot of fun with that book. I’m glad you enjoyed it.
Lynn Grover
I read “All For You” in a day and loved it. Couldn’t put it down.
Laura Florand
Thank you! I’m so glad. That couple meant a lot to me. So stubborn, but trying.
Debra Bisnette
I think I’ve read all of your books, and I love them all. I may never physically get to France, but I feel like I’ve experienced it at least a little bit vicariously through your books – so thanks!
Laura Florand
Thanks so much! I’m glad they can take you there. 🙂
Kathryn Teague
I really loved Chase Me, it kept me laughing and I love that you always write strong women!
Laura Florand
Thank you! I’m so glad you enjoyed those two. 🙂
Diana Hammer
I gobble your books up and would love to win some chocolates to accompany my reading. 🙂
Laura Florand
Thank you! 🙂 And good luck!
Daryl Haley
Love your books and am always excited when a new one is ready for me to read!
Laura Florand
Thanks so much!
Kimberly Riley
I hope I win! I was lucky enough to read an ARC of “Chase Me” and I raved about it!
Laura Florand
Thanks so much. <3
Kathleen Silber
Love your books!!
Laura Florand
Thank you! <3
Rachel Neumeier
I always devour my chocolate stash when I’m reading your books! And I guess I’ll have to add Kauffman to my TBR list, since you recommend her.
Laura Florand
I think you will like her, Rachel. She has a great warmth and humanity to her books.
Shari Arnold
I absolutely LOVE your books! And CHASE ME is one of my favorites! Right up there with the CHOCOLATE THIEF. =)
Laura Florand
Thanks so much, Shari! That makes me very happy.
Barbara Laufersweiler
I stumbled across the prequel “Turning Up the Heat”, then read “The Chocolate Thief”, and promptly fell in love with the stories you tell and how you tell them. I’ve bought, read, and reread every book, recommended them all to my local public library as well, have you on autobuy, and now I’m working my way through the audiobooks as they become available. Such a pleasure! Thank you, from an accidental fangirl. Merveilleuse!
Laura Florand
Oh, yay! Thanks so much for recommending them to your library. I’m so glad you’ve liked them. That makes me really happy!
Anna Whelan
Yummy!!!
RUTH SETTON
Laura– I’ve been a fan of your delicious, seductive writing since The Chocolate Thief. Your books always leave me craving good chocolate. And a trip to Paris. 🙂
Whichever comes first…
RUTH SETTON
Laura– I’ve been a fan of your delicious, seductive writing since The Chocolate Thief. Your books always leave me craving good chocolate. And a trip to Paris. 🙂
Elaine
I’m such a fan! I used to steer clear of books with tempting food descriptions after reading “Under the Tuscan Sun” in a place where I couldn’t actually get any pasta or cheese, but when I first read “The Chocolate Thief” it was the perfect excuse to eat chocolate. Fine, eat more chocolate. Anyway, this looks great and thanks for telling such awesome stories. 🙂
Laura Florand
Under the Tuscan Sun is such a beautiful book. I’m proud Thief can be in its company. 🙂 Thanks so much!
Debbie
Love all your books and am a chocoholic to boot. Love to try new chocolates while reading your books.
Laura Florand
Thanks so much, Debbie!
Genevieve Grove
Good chocolate and better books! Winning combination. Thanks, Laura!!
Rebecca
How thoughtful!
Karen Lauterwasser
Hi! It is such a treat to read your work – combining the worlds of romance, chocolate, and whatever other human-related issues you can. I just want to go to France now and find all the places you have described and meet all the people in your books (because they are all real, n’est pas?). Thanks for sharing with us!
Laura Florand
Thanks so much, Karen. I hope you do get to France soon and it’s all you imagined!
Daphne Taylor
I’ve read – and LOVED ! every one of your books! I keep waiting for the next one all the time. Keep up the great work!
Laura Florand
Thanks so much, Daphne!
karina mcdougal
Books and chocolate no better combination
Debbi Holmes
Laura,
I can’t wait to read your latest Chase Me! I wish you continued success!
Laura Florand
Thank you! 🙂
Kay
Since everyone else has been stating their favorite and first, I will too.
The first and favorite one I read of yours was Once Upon a Rose. I saw a good review of it and decided to check it out and see if I liked it. I loved it, and soon as I was done, I immediately went to check out your other books. I loved ’em all 🙂
Laura Florand
Thank you so much! I really loved writing those two, in Once Upon a Rose. They were just so cuddly. 🙂
Michelle
I’ve read all your books and wait (not so patiently) for the next! I reread Dom and Jaime’s story and Philippe and Magalie’s story whenever I get to antsy 🙂 And sometimes Once Upon a Rose and A Wish Upon Jasmine. I love the flawed characters that are trying to be their best selves. Write more! Faster! 🙂
Laura Florand
Thanks so much! And I’m trying. 🙂 But I think I’m getting slower alas.
Kesha Green
I have to catch up on reading your novels! Yet I view it as a treat, like a box of delicious chocolates. Thanks!
Nancy Jones
I haven’t read any yet, however, I am adding them to my TBR list. Thanks for the chance to win.
Karen Zeilenga
The day it came out, I stayed up until I finished it! A great addition to the new series–I loved it! (And have already read it a second time!)
Ana Lucia
I adorr your book but haven’t had a chance to read All For You. Love your characters and the chocolate part of course…big big fan hehe
Stacey
I always look forward to a new book of yours showing up on my Kindle. Thank you for the giveaway!
Laura Florand
Thanks, Stacey!
Kareni
A good book AND chocolate? Who can ask for anything more!
Congratulations on the release of Chase Me; I’m looking forward to reading it.
Susanna Miller
Love all your books 🙂 they’re auto-buys for me ever since I read the chocolate thief! I lived near Paris for a year right after college and your books take me right back!
Laura Florand
Thanks so much! I love hearing that, from people who have lived in Paris, too. I hope you get back there sometimes!
Michelle M
Congrats on the successful release!! Another winner for sure.
Laura Florand
Thanks, Michelle!
Kelly E. Lipp
I stumbled across one of your books at the library and then devoured every one they had. I finished The Chocolate Heart, sighed and turned back to page one, this time to savor it. And I was super excited to give a couple of your books as a Christmas gift this year … although I admit I had second thoughts when they arrived from Amazon and I wanted to stick them on my OWN bookshelf.
Laura Florand
Thank you so much! And thanks for sharing them with your friends. (And thanks to your library for carrying them!)
Joy Isley
These are my go-to’s to relax-reading books, eating chocolate, and drinking iced tea. Thanks for the giveaway
Jackie Wisherd
The book sounds like one I would enjoy reading. I love chocolate and reading.
Sharon mcgreevey
Author, lecturer, mommy; not necessarily necessarily in that order. How do you manage. Looking forward to your next book.
Sharon
Laura Florand
Who said I manage? 🙂 And thank you!
Kathy Evans
I’ve loved every single one of your books! They transport me to such a wonderful place!
Laura Florand
Thank you, Kathy!
Alex Ogrodnik
Still reading! ( life has been hectic!). Love your books , this one being no exception. They are a wonderful way to unwind after a stressful day. Thank you for being an amazing writer:)
Laura Florand
Thanks so much, Alex! And I hope life calms down a bit for you soon.
Carrie Peñaloza
Laura, I have loved your books from the get-go and can’t wait to read “Chase me” (en route). Congrats on another huge success and keep’em coming! Vive le chocolat!
Laura Florand
Thank you! 🙂 I hope you enjoy Chase Me, too!
Cassandra Moore
I know you started this last novel before the attacks in Paris, but thank you for keeping it in the story and honouring the real life expirence. Speaking as someone who has been in Brussels for the last eight months, it helped with my own processing and closure. Since moving back to the US last week I’ve re-read the story as a nice lighthearted and positive reminder of the goodness in life despite the horror that sometimes goes with it. It’s a true testiment to both your understanding of human nature and your skill in translating that onto paper.
While chocolate is always welcome, I’m sure I’ve gotten more opportunities lately to enjoy some in Brussels than many of your other readers who have been in the US. I just wanted to take another oppertunity to say thank you for having the courage to share such beautiful stories! (And thanks for the author suggestion!)
Laura Florand
Thank you so much for your lovely message. The attacks have been very, very difficult to process. Being in Brussels, I know how hard they must hit you. We are thinking of you.
Debra
I’ve made plans to go to France again this year, in large part because of your books! I loved Chase and Vi’s story from the crazy beginning to the happy ending.
Laura Florand
Yay! I’m glad you liked those two. And I hope you have a wonderful trip!
Yvonne Nantais
Love both your and Donna’s books. Life is just that much better with one of your books in my hands. Thanks for sharing your stories.
Laura Florand
Thanks so much! I’m honored to be in Donna’s company here. <3
G. Shah
Nalini Singh recommended your books and I have been falling in love with all of your stories ever since! I love Vi’s character as a strong and fierce heroine! I didn’t think anyone could top Damien, but Chase is right there with him! Eagerly anticipating the your next book!
Laura Florand
Nalini is a wonderfully generous author herself. And I’m so glad you liked Damien and Chase. They’re so different, but I loved writing both of them so much. Thank you for telling me!
Denise Holcomb
Wonderful giveaway: chocolate and books!
Lisa Switalla
I love your books! While reading them, I often divert to the Internet to look up the places you use for settings and, of course, pictures of the desserts and dishes you feature. So I learn, too!
Laura Florand
Thank you. Maybe you will travel to some of them one day, too!
Nancy Armstrong
I love your books. Plus chocolate and France are two of my favourite things. In have been a fan ever si ce I read the Chocolate Thief. Can’t wait to read more.
Laura Florand
Thank you so much. <3
Lori Cottle
I would leave my successful diet for some proper chocolate! Pick me!
Kate Kaminski
The first book I read was The Chocolate Kiss. I picked it up at a grocery store of all places! Devoured it, then read it again. I haven’t missed one of your books since!
Laura Florand
Aww, thank you! That makes me happy.
Megan Broderick
I can’t wait to read Chase Me! I’m sure it will just as amazing as your other books 🙂
Kathy Blush
I hope it’s not too late! I haven’t started Chase Me just yet (I have it, am just waiting for the right moment to savor the book)!!! I love ALL of your books – thank you!
Heather Balyeat
I loved the sharp, sexy dialog. The plot wasn’t over the top or unreasonable either, which many books doing the counterterrorism angle ask for a little too much suspension of belief. Thanks for bringing a smile to my week.