14 Feb 12 |
Happy Valentine’s Day! Guess what we have for our readers?

Ladies and gentlemen, we are thrilled to announce the first ever Murder She Writes anthology, Guns and Roses…a collection of ten never-before published short stories and novellas, each penned by one of the Murder She Writes authors.
Guns and Roses will be available in digital format at all e-retailers next week, a rocking 150,000 word collection for just $4.99!
Fire up your Kindles and Nooks, ereaders and iPads, because you are going to love this one. This project has been months in the making, inspired by our shared love of suspense and romance, our desire to work together on something completely unique, and our excitement about the magical synergy we’ve discovered as co-bloggers and great friends.
Guns and Roses wasn’t always easy; we all have deadlines, contracts, and, of course, our blog posts to write. It wasn’t always smooth; there have been no less the four quadrillion emails exchanged. And, heaven knows, it wasn’t always painless…can you imagine ten, count ‘em ten, opinions on one cover? But creating this collection was always fun! We’ve had a blast putting together what we hope is the first of many anthologies that showcase our characters and series and give our loyal community a chance to discover all of our voices in one place. We don’t think any other group blog has ever done a project like this, so we’re extra proud to be first out of the gate with this type of collection.
Guns and Roses promises thrills, chills, romance, intrigue, passion, danger, murder, and a whole lotta love. Some of the stories connect to our most popular series (Rough Riders! Housewife Assassin! Bullet Catchers!), and others will introduce you to an entirely new and unforgettable cast of characters. Ranging in length from 10,000 to 25,000 words each, the stories run the gamut from deeply dark and intense to, well, there’s a Bobbie Faye novella! Laugh-line alert. We’ve also included a Lorelei James short story, so you know it’s gonna get hawt in here, and Allison Brennan makes sure you sleep with the lights on. And rumor has it Bullet Catcher boss Lucy Sharpe makes an appearance…with her baby.
These short stories and novellas are not samplers or excerpts; each is a complete tale of suspense and romance. Nor are they reissues: every one has been written exclusively for this collection. Our only criteria — other than a fabulous romantic suspense — is that each story mention a gun (natch!) and a rose (love!). Here’s what you can look forward to reading in Guns and Roses:
Dead Flowers by Lori Armstrong
Cynical, bad girl PI Julie Collins isn’t the hearts and flowers type, especially not after she’s spent the last few weeks spying on cheating spouses. So when Julie suspects her man, Martinez, may be stepping out on her, she sees red and decides to take matters into her own hands. Let’s just hope Cupid’s Bow gets to Martinez before Julie does.
Above Reproach by Allison Brennan
Sex crimes detective Selena Black knows high-powered government attorney Greg Keller is the River City Rapist; proving it is another matter. Keller enjoys the cat and mouse game with the blonde detective, and makes sure she knows she’s exactly his type. As every possible avenue of investigation is shut down by the courts or her boss, Selena realizes that if someone doesn’t do something to stop Keller, more women will suffer–and she may be next.
The Housewife Assassin’s Bloody Valentine by Josie Brown
What is CIA contract assassin Donna Stone’s idea of a Valentine’s Day getaway? Certainly not orchestrating a jailbreak out of a Mexican prison for a notorious drug lord. But because he has intel as to the whereabouts of an international terrorist organization planning a Valentine’s massacre, there will be no intimate dinner for two or couples massage for Donna and her ops leader, Jack Craig. Just plenty of sun, surf, submarines, sharks… oh yeah, and sex.
Bobbie Faye’s Whacked Out, No Good, Really Sucky, Hot Mess of a Wedding by Toni McGee Causey
Bobbie Faye Sumrall, Cajun Contraband Days Queen, gun expert, and ultimate professional in being in the wrong place at the wrong time, absolutely positively does not want to go through with the ridiculous wedding that Trevor’s forcing her to agree to, but she soon finds out she has more important things to worry about–like surviving the plot to make her disappear when she’s set up as a fall guy for the theft of a priceless religious icon. And that’s the good news.
Blood and Roses by Sylvia Day
When insurance investigator Anastasia Miller sets out to retrieve the rose-hued pink diamonds stolen in a recent heist, she finds herself working alongside former flame, deputy U.S. Marshal Jake Monroe — the man she loved enough to leave behind.
Nightfall by Laura Griffin
Stranded on an icy road as darkness falls, Holly Henriksen knows she is in trouble. A charming stranger stops to help and Holly decides to trust him, but soon finds out he is harboring a deadly secret.
King of Hearts (A Rough Rider Short Story) by Lorelei James
Deputy Cam McKay is devastated after dealing with a Valentine’s Day murder/suicide in his small county. Will allowing his family to see the dark past that haunts him, help heal him?
A Punishing Night by Sophie Littlefield
Detective Joe Bashir returns to his alma mater to investigate the stabbing death of a male college student. Rumors of date rape and fraternity hazing complicate a sensitive case as Joe tries to balance the demands of the investigation with caring for his elderly father. Help – and possibly romance – come from an unexpected source.
Pick Your Poison (A Bullet Catchers Novella) by Roxanne St. Claire
Benjamin Youngblood’s only chance to prove he’s worthy of being a Bullet Catcher is to find and stop an assassin. On probation from the elite security force, Ben has to rely on instinct and brains…and one feisty flower farmer. When Callie Parrish discovers her entire crop of rare black roses has been stolen, she’d partner with the devil himself to recoup her loss. It doesn’t take her long to realize she’s done just that…and the road to hell is paved with poisonous petals and deadly kisses.
Rebel Rose by Karin Tabke
For Detective Cash Cantrell, hunting down a University serial killer is as routine as strapping on his gun each morning. Until he comes face to face with meddlesome coed, Rebel Yell Culpepper. He doesn’t know if he should arrest her or kiss her, but one thing Cash knows for sure, Rebel is key to finding the murderer, and the killer knows it too…
HAPPY VALENTINE’S DAY FROM US TO YOU! Stay tuned over the next week or so for excerpts and highlights. Guns and Roses will be live and available for purchase next week! In the meantime, leave a comment and FIVE LUCKY WINNERS will receive a copy of our new e-book on release day!
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Whoo! I have no love (yes, even I’m astounded by my own wit sometimes
) for Valentine’s Day, but this absolutely makes my day! Looking forward to it!
by Cris February 14th, 2012 at 4:13 amSee, Cris? Sometimes even Valentine’s Day is worth celebrating, LOL! xo
by Roxanne St. Claire February 14th, 2012 at 5:46 amWOW! I’m so excited! I can’t wait to download . . .
by M. A. Golla February 14th, 2012 at 4:16 amThank you, Margaret! Hope you love it! xo
by Roxanne St. Claire February 14th, 2012 at 5:46 amMags it is a fabulous antho. You’re going to love it!
by Karin* Tabke aka Harlow! February 14th, 2012 at 12:18 pmI wanted to pre-order it on Kindle, but Axel Rose kept popping up . . .
by M. A. Golla February 14th, 2012 at 12:22 pmThis sounds great! I’ll have to get this. Happy Valentine’s Day!
by Amy S. February 14th, 2012 at 5:14 amYeah, you will!
Happy V Day! xo
by Roxanne St. Claire February 14th, 2012 at 5:46 amWow. All my favorite MSW gals in one place. I can’t wait to get a copy. =o)
by B.E Sanderson February 14th, 2012 at 5:27 amYes, BE! And we get rowdy when we’re all together, believe me! xo
by Roxanne St. Claire February 14th, 2012 at 5:47 amWe’re so excited to all be in one place, too! Woot!
by Toni McGee Causey February 14th, 2012 at 10:12 amIt doesn’t get any better than this, Beth!
by Karin* Tabke aka Harlow! February 14th, 2012 at 12:18 pmOMG!!! What fabulous news!!! smiles….
by Christi Snow February 14th, 2012 at 5:31 amThanks, Christi!!! Happy Val Day, doll! xo
by Roxanne St. Claire February 14th, 2012 at 5:47 amOooh, loved the snippets! What a delicious collection of stories!!! Can’t wait to start reading
by Rashda/Mina Khan February 14th, 2012 at 5:33 amThey ARE delicious, I must say! xo
by Roxanne St. Claire February 14th, 2012 at 5:48 amThanks you guys! We are all SO excited too. We’ve had so much fun writing these new stories and creating a book together.
by Laura Griffin February 14th, 2012 at 5:40 amIt was more fun than not, don’t you think, Laura? Very cohesive and cooperative effort, which made it fun! xo
by Roxanne St. Claire February 14th, 2012 at 5:48 amdoing this together was such a great group project!
by Sophie Littlefield February 14th, 2012 at 6:59 amWe had a blast, I felt–considering you have so many opinions, we just all worked very well together!
by Toni McGee Causey February 14th, 2012 at 10:13 amwe rock. I’m still in awe of the collective brain power and talent that went into this project. So damn excited!!!
by Karin* Tabke aka Harlow! February 14th, 2012 at 12:19 pmAwesome! What a wonderful Valentine’s surprise. I can’t wait for next Tuesday now
by Susan February 14th, 2012 at 5:41 amThanks, Susan! xo
by Roxanne St. Claire February 14th, 2012 at 5:49 amI was happy to see at least 3 characters I like making new appearances. Yeah!
You guys really did keep it quiet.
by Anne February 14th, 2012 at 5:44 amYes to returning favorites! I have to say I had an absolute blast writing Benjamin Youngblood – so great to write a Bullet Catcher again.
We’ve been biting our tongues for a while now!! xo
by Roxanne St. Claire February 14th, 2012 at 5:50 amI love that we were all able to stay mum about this even though it was a *Very Big Deal* – not many groups of friends could pull that off!
by Sophie Littlefield February 14th, 2012 at 7:00 amTotally agree, Sophie
by Allison Brennan February 14th, 2012 at 7:11 amDitto. Hardest secret I’ve had to keep for a long long time!
by Toni McGee Causey February 14th, 2012 at 10:13 amI know! who knew between the ten of us we could keep a secret?!
by Karin* Tabke aka Harlow! February 14th, 2012 at 12:20 pmI am just as excited as everyone else for this to be released!!!
by Lori Armstrong February 14th, 2012 at 5:52 amYou should be, Lori – you’re 20% of it! xo
by Roxanne St. Claire February 14th, 2012 at 6:23 am
by Sophie Littlefield February 14th, 2012 at 7:00 amSo can’t wait to get this on my kindle. Just reading the blurbs have got me hooked.Wish next week would arrive right now.
by sinead onekawa February 14th, 2012 at 5:56 amHard to be patient, I know! Imagine how we feel?!? xo
by Roxanne St. Claire February 14th, 2012 at 6:23 amWooHoo can’t wait for release day to download and start reading !!!!
by Patricia O'Donnell February 14th, 2012 at 5:58 amCan’t wait!
by Shanae February 14th, 2012 at 6:02 am[...] GUNS AND ROSES ANNOUNCEMENT [...]
by Lori Armstrong » Blog Archive » Murder She Writes Anthology! February 14th, 2012 at 6:06 amBullet Catchers, Bobbie Faye, Julie Collins………the list goes on!!!
by Catherine February 14th, 2012 at 6:17 amHow awesome is this going to be?! Can’t wait =>
Isn’t that cool, Catherine? Lots of characters we already love
by Laura Griffin February 14th, 2012 at 6:21 amThanks, Catherine! So excited! xo
by Roxanne St. Claire February 14th, 2012 at 6:23 amThanks, Catherine! We’re jazzed.
by Toni McGee Causey February 14th, 2012 at 10:14 amHAPPY VALENTINES DAY! ! cant wait to read it
by Regina Ross February 14th, 2012 at 6:18 amAnd to you, Regina! xo
by Roxanne St. Claire February 14th, 2012 at 6:54 amI knew Lori/Lorelei had two upcoming short stories in an anthology and when I saw yesterday’s announcement, I was hoping for something like this. I am really looking forward to reading to this collection!
by Larri S February 14th, 2012 at 6:19 amI knew you’d be excited, Larri
by Lori Armstrong February 14th, 2012 at 8:24 amAwesome!
by Danielle West February 14th, 2012 at 6:20 am
Thanks, Danielle!
by Toni McGee Causey February 14th, 2012 at 10:14 amWOW! That sounds like all kinds of fun. Can’t wait.
by Carol Shenold February 14th, 2012 at 6:25 amThanks, Carol — we had so much fun.
by Toni McGee Causey February 14th, 2012 at 10:15 amThis is Awesome! Cannot wait to read these great stories!!
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by gigi s February 14th, 2012 at 6:27 amThanks, Gigi!
by Toni McGee Causey February 14th, 2012 at 10:15 amI love this idea
. Can’t wait to read the new Bullet Catchers short story!
by Emily Wheeler February 14th, 2012 at 6:29 amThanks, Emily! Hope you love him! xo
by Roxanne St. Claire February 14th, 2012 at 6:53 amWow, what a sweet treat! I have been craving some Cam. Yummy.
by Tammy February 14th, 2012 at 6:31 amIt’s Cam like you’ve never seen home.
Well, okay, it is…still a tease, aren’t I?
by Lori Armstrong February 14th, 2012 at 8:25 amLooks great! Can’t wait to see a new McKay story. But I love anthologies. I get to read new writers! Yeh!
by ginger February 14th, 2012 at 6:35 amWow! What a great collection. Looks like there are a lot of new and old favorite characters just waiting for us. (It’s especially nice to see Bobbie Faye back–even though I think she’s marrying the wrong guy!) Happy Valentine’s Day, all.
by LSUReader February 14th, 2012 at 6:36 amHeh heh. Where’s Toni??? xo
by Roxanne St. Claire February 14th, 2012 at 6:55 amI’m here! (Finally–overslept!!) And thank you.
by Toni McGee Causey February 14th, 2012 at 10:16 amTrevor, Trevor, Trevor – He IS the right guy
by Lori Armstrong February 14th, 2012 at 7:28 amCam’s The Man!
by LSUReader February 14th, 2012 at 11:29 amI’m excited about Bobbie Faye, too!
by Laura Griffin February 14th, 2012 at 8:02 amWhat a fantastic idea! And the cover is beautiful! I’m a huge LJ/LA fan but ALL the stories have me intrigued. Can’t wait until it releases!
by Kim O February 14th, 2012 at 6:38 amHappy Valentines Day MSW
Thanks, Kim! Hope you love them all! xo
by Roxanne St. Claire February 14th, 2012 at 6:55 amAll of these stories sound really good…I’m looking forward to reading them all!!!!
by Timitra February 14th, 2012 at 6:41 amHappy Valentine’s Day, Timitra!
by Lori Armstrong February 14th, 2012 at 8:25 amFantastic!!!!!!!!
by Debra Webb February 14th, 2012 at 6:45 amSniff…you aren’t in this one. But we will get you next time, lady!!! Plus, you’re kind of in it…your spirit is there. LOVE YOU DEB. xo
by Roxanne St. Claire February 14th, 2012 at 6:54 amI expect an instant best-seller here. Can’t wait to get my copy.
by Lena Diaz February 14th, 2012 at 6:52 amFrom your lips, Lena….xo
by Roxanne St. Claire February 14th, 2012 at 6:54 amI’ll second that!
by Karin* Tabke aka Harlow! February 14th, 2012 at 12:23 pmWaaaaa! I can’t preorder it yet! This makes me have a sad! PLEASE remind us when it’s available (like d’uh, right?
) so I can order it! What a fantastic idea! This will be such a terrific read–old and new characters from authors I already love. For the win!
Happy Valentine’s Day, everyone!
by Silver James February 14th, 2012 at 7:07 amWe’re going to have it available next week, Silver!
by Sophie Littlefield February 14th, 2012 at 7:09 amWe will DEFINITELY let you know when the links are live.
We’re very excited about it!
by Allison Brennan February 14th, 2012 at 7:10 amTony Martinez??? I am so there! Can’t wait to see Julie Collins back in action!
by Meredith February 14th, 2012 at 7:09 amMe too, Meredith! I love Lori’s books (Both Julie & Mercy!)
by Allison Brennan February 14th, 2012 at 7:10 amI know, right? I love when faves come back for juicy visits! xo
by Roxanne St. Claire February 14th, 2012 at 7:24 amThis is so cool! It is the first I’ve heard of the anthology. How did you guys keep this a secret for so long? I can’t wait to read it.
by StacieD February 14th, 2012 at 7:11 amIt wasn’t easy!!!! But we really wanted it to be our Valentine’s Day surprise! xo
by Roxanne St. Claire February 14th, 2012 at 7:24 amAnd it is one of a kind!
by Lori Armstrong February 14th, 2012 at 8:26 amVery painful not to blab.
by Toni McGee Causey February 14th, 2012 at 10:17 ami still can’t believe we kept our mouths shut!
by Karin* Tabke aka Harlow! February 14th, 2012 at 12:24 pmWOW. looks awesome. can’t wait for it!
by kris February 14th, 2012 at 7:16 amIt’s is definitely the most bang for your four bucks!
by Lori Armstrong February 14th, 2012 at 12:58 pmWhat a wonderful Valentine’s gift! Looking forward to reading these stories!
by Angie M February 14th, 2012 at 7:18 amThanks, Angie! Hope you love them all! xo
by Roxanne St. Claire February 14th, 2012 at 7:25 amYay! what fun.
by toni February 14th, 2012 at 7:20 amWow , big surprise !! Can’t wait , sounds so good !!
by tresa February 14th, 2012 at 7:21 amThank you, tresa!
by Toni McGee Causey February 14th, 2012 at 10:25 amWow!! Amazing treat from my favorite authors
by Wendy February 14th, 2012 at 7:25 amHope you love it Wendy!
by Laura Griffin February 14th, 2012 at 8:03 amFabulous! It was fun just reading the descriptions of all of the stories.
by Janel February 14th, 2012 at 7:29 amThank you Janel! Each story is so different.
by Laura Griffin February 14th, 2012 at 8:03 amCongrats on this amazing project!
by DiDi February 14th, 2012 at 7:29 amThank you, Didi! We are thrilled to do a book together.
by Laura Griffin February 14th, 2012 at 8:04 amSqueeeeeee! I am so excited. This promises to be in my top reads of the year. Next week seems a looooooong way off but I’ll have to amuse myself with dreams of all these hot sexy men.
by Renee M February 14th, 2012 at 7:35 amAw, thanks, Renee!
by Toni McGee Causey February 14th, 2012 at 10:25 amThanks, Renee!
by Karin* Tabke aka Harlow! February 14th, 2012 at 12:26 pmSuper exciting! Love the Rough Riders!!!
by Jessica Katz February 14th, 2012 at 7:37 amMe too! Me too!
by Laura Griffin February 14th, 2012 at 8:05 amThis sounds like it’s going to be awesome! All my fav authors in one place, doesn’t get better than that!
by Jacquie Biggar February 14th, 2012 at 7:47 amThank you, Jacquie!
by Toni McGee Causey February 14th, 2012 at 10:26 amSweet! I was just wondering what to read next, haha now I know. Thanks all! Cant wait to get started.
by Sarah Hawkins February 14th, 2012 at 7:47 amHi Sarah,
by Laura Griffin February 14th, 2012 at 8:06 amAnd it’s quite a read! I think it topped out at 150K, which is like a book and a half. Yay!
Oooh, this is so exciting! I was wondering when we’d see the Bullet Catcher story you’d been teasing us with! I can’t wait to get my greedy little hands on this (sure to be fabulous) anthology!
by Nicole A February 14th, 2012 at 7:47 amHi Nicole,
by Laura Griffin February 14th, 2012 at 8:06 amI’ve been awaiting more Bullet Catchers, too.
I think every story is a winner in this collection! Thanks! xo
by Roxanne St. Claire February 14th, 2012 at 8:14 amHappy Valentine’s Day everyone! I’m looking forward to the anthology
by Jen B February 14th, 2012 at 7:48 amThanks Jen! Happy Valentine’s to you, too.
by Laura Griffin February 14th, 2012 at 8:07 amHappy Valentine’s Day to you too!
by Karin* Tabke aka Harlow! February 14th, 2012 at 12:27 pmWhat a great announcement….Murder for Valentines day! Know this will be a great read with all of the authors that already give us readers great stories.
by Linda February 14th, 2012 at 7:49 amThanks, Linda! I hope everyone will enjoy this book. So many new stories!
by Laura Griffin February 14th, 2012 at 8:08 amWow this looks sooo good!
by Karen G. February 14th, 2012 at 7:50 amThanks, Karen — it really *is* terrific–I can’t wait ’til it’s officially out there!
by Toni McGee Causey February 14th, 2012 at 10:27 amWoohoo, sounds amazing, will defo have to get this. Some of my fav authors and by the looks of it, some great new ones to try out. Can’t wait.
by Nicola Harding February 14th, 2012 at 7:50 amThanks, Nicole! We had so much fun–I think this anthology absolutely rocks.
by Toni McGee Causey February 14th, 2012 at 10:29 amWOW what an awesome treat on Valentines morning. Thank you ladies for making this one extra special. Looking forward to reading. Hapy Valentines Day to you all.
by Teresa Wilson February 14th, 2012 at 7:51 amAw, thank you, Teresa!
by Toni McGee Causey February 14th, 2012 at 10:30 amNext week won’t come soon enough!
by Bridget February 14th, 2012 at 7:52 amFor me, either, Bridget! Thank you!
by Toni McGee Causey February 14th, 2012 at 10:31 amditto that!
by Karin* Tabke aka Harlow! February 14th, 2012 at 12:28 pmSuch exciting news!!! I can’t wait! If it were available for pre-order, I would have already downloaded it.
And for those Bullet Catcher fans out there, I got a sneak peak at a certain snippet featuring a certain Lucy Sharpe, and let me tell you–you are in for a TREAT!
by Louisa Edwards February 14th, 2012 at 7:55 amThanks, Louisa! I had such a blast writing her again! xo
by Roxanne St. Claire February 14th, 2012 at 8:08 amOMG I love Cam I can’t wait to read more about him!!!!
by Cassie February 14th, 2012 at 7:57 amCam does have his own fan base
by Lori Armstrong February 14th, 2012 at 12:59 pmI CAN’T WAIT! I’ve read books by half the ladies on MSW and now I get to read some new ones! You ladies really are truly BRILLIANT!
I am not really sure short stories will be enough though!
But I’ll be first in line next week. Especially looking forward to Cam McKay and Tony Martinez. Will have to wait on Pick Your Poison as I just started Kill Me Twice! Want to finish a few Bullet Catchers before I read that one!
by Heather E February 14th, 2012 at 8:04 amWhoa, Heather, you got a lot of books to read, LOL. But no Bullet Catchers really have to be read in order, so feel free to dive in anywhere! xo
by Roxanne St. Claire February 14th, 2012 at 8:08 amCan’t wait to read it?
by Allene Eldridge February 14th, 2012 at 8:06 amCan’t wait to read it !
by Allene Eldridge February 14th, 2012 at 8:07 amYAY. Thanks, Allene!
by Toni McGee Causey February 14th, 2012 at 10:31 amThanks! Best Valentines Day gift in a long time! Wish it was here today! Love you all.
by Nancy Sherwood February 14th, 2012 at 8:14 amWish you could write faster….only kidding! I will just re-read my books in the mean time!
Aw, Nancy, we love you, too! And we’re writing as fast as we can, LOL! xo
by Roxanne St. Claire February 14th, 2012 at 8:20 amOHHHH I can’t wait for this to come out!!! So excited!!!
by Megan February 14th, 2012 at 8:18 amOHHHH Neither can we! xo
by Roxanne St. Claire February 14th, 2012 at 8:21 amOh Wow I am really looking forward to this.
by Quilt Lady February 14th, 2012 at 8:19 amThanks, QL! Happy Valentine’s Day to you! xo
by Roxanne St. Claire February 14th, 2012 at 8:21 amI’m so excited about this book! This is a wonderful idea and I will be first in line to buy a new Bullet Catcher and meet all the other authors. Marla.
by Marla Briggs February 14th, 2012 at 8:28 amThanks, Marla! I think you’ll love them all! Happy Valentine’s Day! xo
by Roxanne St. Claire February 14th, 2012 at 8:29 amYou sneaky bitches!!!
I knew I loved you all at MSW for a reason.
Big sloppy wet kiss for Rocki b/c you know how I love me some BC and especially Lucy Sharpe. Hoo sha.
Can’t. Wait. Happy V Day!!
by Kiersten February 14th, 2012 at 8:30 amI love when you call us bitches, K. Sloppy wet kisses right back to you!!! Hope your V-Day is sheer perfection because you are. xo
by Roxanne St. Claire February 14th, 2012 at 8:39 amWow! This is awesome. I’m a romantic that doesn’t like to celebrate valentines day…but I’ll make an exception for this.
by NBush February 14th, 2012 at 8:39 amMe, either, and I’m excited, too! I wish it were releasing today, I’m so jazzed.
by Toni McGee Causey February 14th, 2012 at 10:34 amSounds great!
by Gayle February 14th, 2012 at 8:45 amThanks, Gayle!
by Toni McGee Causey February 14th, 2012 at 10:41 amCool News. Sounds like some great short stories.
by Jennifer D. February 14th, 2012 at 8:48 amThanks, Jennifer — and some are quite long for a short…
by Toni McGee Causey February 14th, 2012 at 10:42 amLove this news!
by denise February 14th, 2012 at 8:53 amThanks, Denise!
by Toni McGee Causey February 14th, 2012 at 10:42 amI Love the anthology idea!
I think it’s a great way to read new authors and the price is so good for us readers.
I can’t wait to download it to my Kindle.
by Moran February 14th, 2012 at 8:53 amThanks, Moran–that was our original hope–that it would be a way for people to sample each of us without having to make any major commitment or expense! I’ve found several new favorites myself by picking up anthos. We so hope you all enjoy!
by Toni McGee Causey February 14th, 2012 at 10:44 amWhat fantastic news!! I cannot wait!!
BJ
by BJ Wanlund February 14th, 2012 at 8:55 amThanks, BJ!
by Toni McGee Causey February 14th, 2012 at 10:44 amThis sounds great!
JK
by Janet Kerr February 14th, 2012 at 8:57 amAwesome! What a great idea – I love it!
– Hope
by Hope February 14th, 2012 at 9:00 amSounds like a fantastic collection! Can’t Wait!
by Barbara Glass February 14th, 2012 at 9:03 amI can’t wait to get my hands all over it!!!
Will it be released in hard print eventually?
by Ella Purisman February 14th, 2012 at 9:06 amRight now, there are no plans for us to put it out in print…I know, I know! But we’ll have a pdf file available to buy so you can read it on any computer or laptop…and, of course, you can download the Kindle or Nook app.
But if we get a HUGE request for print, we certainly can do that, too. xo
by Roxanne St. Claire February 14th, 2012 at 10:07 amWow! What an awesome collection by a group of great writers.
by Becky C February 14th, 2012 at 9:23 amHow cool is that… Wonderful gift to us fans here from our favorite writers. Happy Valentine’s Day to all…
by Elisa V February 14th, 2012 at 9:25 amPopping in here to tell all the MSW girls how proud I am of you all! As soon as it’s released, I’ll buy my copy!
by Jennifer Lyon February 14th, 2012 at 9:26 amMiss You Jen!
by Allison Brennan February 14th, 2012 at 9:40 amWe miss you, Jen!!
by Toni McGee Causey February 14th, 2012 at 10:33 amMiss you, Jen!
by Karin* Tabke aka Harlow! February 14th, 2012 at 12:29 pmJen!!! So great of you to stop by. We miss the heck out of you! xo
by Roxanne St. Claire February 14th, 2012 at 12:30 pmThank you girls, I miss you all too! When the antho comes out, I’ll FB and Tweet it! Can’t wait!
by Jennifer Lyon February 14th, 2012 at 2:10 pmThis sounds great-can’t wait to buy my copy! Love Allison Brennan and so excited to check out everyone else-each novella sounds AWESOME!
by Amy February 14th, 2012 at 9:45 amOf course, Allison’s will give you chills! ALWAYS! xo
by Roxanne St. Claire February 14th, 2012 at 10:08 amLooks like I get another Ebook to add to my spiffy new ebook reader!
-Elisa Elaine Luevanos
by Elisa Elaine Luevanos February 14th, 2012 at 9:52 amYes you must! Think how good that will look on your spiffy new ereader! Woohoo! xo
by Roxanne St. Claire February 14th, 2012 at 10:08 amI am so glad it will finally be out . I can’t wait to read it. All the snippets have just got me mor anxious for it to be out. Thank you ladies for your contributions to waht is going to be a great book!!!!!!
by Suzanne Bischoff February 14th, 2012 at 9:53 amglad you liked our little “teasers” – watch for excerpts from some of us over the next two weeks
by Sophie Littlefield February 14th, 2012 at 11:07 amExcerpts? Really? Oh, goodie! This is the turning into the BEST Valentines Day even if it will border on torture waiting until next week.
by Renee M February 14th, 2012 at 12:04 pmI can’t wait to read the excerpts either!
by Karin* Tabke aka Harlow! February 14th, 2012 at 2:08 pmWhat a terrific idea! Love the guns and roses requirement. I will be looking for this (unless Cupid has me win a copy). This is turning out to be not such a sucky Valentine Day after all. My hairdresser told me I have great hair, another commented on my eyelashes and the make- up guy said I have great skin and he would love to do my make-up for an upcoming photo session. I’m feelin the love.
by Marilyn February 14th, 2012 at 9:58 amYou DO have great hair and skin — I can’t say you’ve butterfly kissed me often enough to know about your eyelashes, but I’m glad you’re feeling the love! You deserve it!
Happy V Day, my friend! xo
by Roxanne St. Claire February 14th, 2012 at 10:09 amAnd bestest of all, I got an email from a friend who works at my granddaughter’s school. She told me what a delight Olivia is. That just made me so happy!
by Marilyn February 14th, 2012 at 11:01 amWow, great day Marilyn!
by Allison Brennan February 14th, 2012 at 10:17 amIt seems like I’ve been waiting for more Bobbie Faye forever! Can’t wait!
by heidi February 14th, 2012 at 9:58 amWe ALL have, Heidi! And this one is going to be AMAZING! xo
by Roxanne St. Claire February 14th, 2012 at 10:07 amI can’t wait to put on my kindle
by Sue Burrows February 14th, 2012 at 11:47 amThanh you!!
Aw, thank you, Heidi! I’m so tickled she’s finally BACK and in this antho. I had a blast writing this.
by Toni McGee Causey February 14th, 2012 at 10:45 amWahoo!!!! This sounds like a blast. Can’t wait!
by lisaione February 14th, 2012 at 9:59 amCannot wait!!!
by Margaret Ethridge February 14th, 2012 at 10:05 amThis sounds like a really great read! Can’t wait to read it!
by Jacqueline Wilson February 14th, 2012 at 10:37 amCongrats on the new anthology. Sounds great.
by CrystalGB February 14th, 2012 at 10:39 amCongrats on this exciting new anthology! I can’t wait to get my copy!
by Kristen Painter February 14th, 2012 at 10:48 amThanks, Kristen. I happen to know you climbed out of your death bed to leave that message of support, so it means all the more to us! xo
by Roxanne St. Claire February 14th, 2012 at 11:50 amAw, Kristen, thank you! And be well, soon!
by Toni McGee Causey February 14th, 2012 at 1:46 pmHappy Valentine’s Day! I read the descriptions for each story and they have perked my interest. Congrats on the anthology!
by Na S. February 14th, 2012 at 10:50 amThanks, Na! You’re such a great reader and fan – part of our amazing MSW community that made us want to do this! xo
by Roxanne St. Claire February 14th, 2012 at 11:51 amBest Valentine’s Day gift ever! Congratulations to all of you!
by Brandee February 14th, 2012 at 10:51 amOh this is gonna be sooo gooood! What a great author mix.
by sue February 14th, 2012 at 10:53 amThank you, Sue! You’re an awesome fan and reader! xo
by Roxanne St. Claire February 14th, 2012 at 12:31 pmWow! This is going to be a great read.
Only my second week here at MurderSheWrites and I’m just learing about some of the authors. What a great way to dip my toes in the backlists.
Happy Day!
by Marcia in OK February 14th, 2012 at 10:56 amwelcome, marcia! glad you’re here
by Sophie Littlefield February 14th, 2012 at 11:05 amI second Sophie — welcome to the fold!
by Allison Brennan February 14th, 2012 at 2:06 pmYes, I know these are NEW stories, but since many here are new to me authors what a great introduction, and they’ll lead me to the backlists!
by Marcia in OK February 14th, 2012 at 10:57 amwe love back lists!
by Karin* Tabke aka Harlow! February 14th, 2012 at 2:09 pmI got a gift card for Walmart and I was having trouble deciding on whether to use it to buy a Kindle or a cordless drill. Ehh, those drills should go on sale here soon..
by Double T February 14th, 2012 at 10:58 amCan’t wait to read this
i got the kindle touch and i LOVE how lightweight it is – i take it out hiking all the time!
by Sophie Littlefield February 14th, 2012 at 11:06 amBeen waiting for this Bobbie Faye forever! Cannot wait for this release. Thank you for making my Valentine’s Day!
by Jordan Finch February 14th, 2012 at 10:58 am
Thanks, Jordan!!
by Toni McGee Causey February 14th, 2012 at 11:09 amOne word! “Brilliant!”
Fabulous idea ladies. Thanks for sharing the news Rocki!!
Lisa B
by Lisa B February 14th, 2012 at 11:03 amThanks, Lisa!
by Toni McGee Causey February 14th, 2012 at 11:09 amTrust me, it was a total group effort, Lisa! xo
by Roxanne St. Claire February 14th, 2012 at 11:52 amWhat an amazing job you ladies have done. Can’t wait to read all of those fabulous stories.
by Jill James February 14th, 2012 at 11:10 amThanks, Jill! We really appreciate that! xo
by Roxanne St. Claire February 14th, 2012 at 11:50 amI cant WAIT for next week.
by Jeana February 14th, 2012 at 11:20 amToni – can’t wait!! I very much hope amazon uk will also have this!!!
by Michelle D February 14th, 2012 at 11:24 amMichelle–if it doesn’t (I’m not sure yet how that works), there will also be pdf available through Smashwords. But I think it’ll be available there.
by Toni McGee Causey February 14th, 2012 at 11:37 amYes, there will be no geographic restrictions – you can buy it on amazon uk the day of release! xo
by Roxanne St. Claire February 14th, 2012 at 11:49 amYay! (See, the things you learn from here!)
by Toni McGee Causey February 14th, 2012 at 12:48 pmLooks awesome! LOVE the cover art! Sooo excited and can’t wait to devour this book in one sitting
by Penny Staats February 14th, 2012 at 11:53 amThanks, Penny! We joke but really the cover wasn’t that tough. Kim Killion designed it and she is AWESOME. We tweaked, of course, which was only, you know, 659,687 emails. xo
by Roxanne St. Claire February 14th, 2012 at 1:42 pmThis is an awesome idea, love it! Looking forward to reading it
Happy Valentine’s Day to Murder She Writes authors (and everyone readers too)!
by Julia - Yen February 14th, 2012 at 11:56 amHeaven. All the top writers in ONE book. Can it get any better than this. Thanks for the giveaway. I’ve got my fingers crossed.
by TrishJ February 14th, 2012 at 11:57 amYeah! More Bobbie Faye, just re-reading the series again for the umpteenth time so perfect timing! I can’t wait to get this either a winner or a download
by Cheryl February 14th, 2012 at 12:07 pmThanks, Cheryl!
by Toni McGee Causey February 14th, 2012 at 12:22 pmWe KNEW Bobbie Faye would be popular, LOL. xo
by Roxanne St. Claire February 14th, 2012 at 1:41 pmI’m so excited to be a part of this great antho and this fabulous blog!!
by Karin* Tabke aka Harlow! February 14th, 2012 at 12:32 pmSounds like an awesome book!! Can’t wait to get it. Hope I win one. Way to go!!
by Nancy Davidson February 14th, 2012 at 12:39 pmThis sounds like a great collection of stories to read. Thanks for the giveaway.
by bn100 February 14th, 2012 at 12:42 pmWoo-hoo!! Great news! I’m sure each and every one of these stories will be wonderful to read! Happy Valentine’s Day to all.
by Diane February 14th, 2012 at 12:49 pmMy book brain is going off like a frog in a sock!! Can’t wait to read about my man Cam and see Julie kick some arse
. Im excited to read some new authors too. Congrats on the project.
by Bianca February 14th, 2012 at 1:08 pmHah, frog in sock. Made me laugh, Bianca! xo
by Roxanne St. Claire February 14th, 2012 at 1:40 pmGreat news! Can’t wait to read the stories!
by ClaudiaGC February 14th, 2012 at 1:09 pmWith all the great authors it’s one stop shopping with this book! Can’t wait till next week!!
by Sabrina February 14th, 2012 at 1:55 pmI have all the Rough Riders series by Lorelei James and would love to read the works of all of these authors.
by Janet Bailey February 14th, 2012 at 2:00 pmCongratulations on this new book! It looks amazing.
by Maureen February 14th, 2012 at 2:03 pmAs I just got back from the dentist, I’m still numb and miserable, but seeing all these excited comments brings a smile to my face!
by Allison Brennan February 14th, 2012 at 2:08 pmugh the dentist. tequila shots!
by Karin* Tabke aka Harlow! February 14th, 2012 at 3:16 pmThis looks like a fabulous collection of stories. Can’t wait to read them.
by Donna February 14th, 2012 at 3:44 pmWow…couldn’t wait. Tried pre-order from Amazon but it just confused them….Guns & Roses/Axel Rose was all it would show…LOL Ok; now patiently (sort of) waiting until next week…it’s suppose to be a virtue, right???
by Barbara Edge February 14th, 2012 at 4:16 pmPatience is an overrated virtue! But we aren’t live on Amazon yet, so you can’t preorder. About a week, we promise! Thanks! xo
by Roxanne St. Claire February 14th, 2012 at 5:12 pmWhat a great concept, and the descriptions intrigue. I can hardly wait!!
by Mary Garrett February 14th, 2012 at 4:18 pm“Intriguing idea” I am looking forward to reading it.
by Joyce February 14th, 2012 at 4:47 pmBring it on….. cant wait to start reading ….. god I love my Kindle !!!!
by Tartlette February 14th, 2012 at 5:21 pmSeriously, what’s not to love? I can’t believe I didn’t want a Kindle and now I won’t part with it! xo
by Roxanne St. Claire February 14th, 2012 at 7:24 pmOh my I would so love to win a copy. Lots of my favorite authors. I’ll be looking for it next week even if I don’t win.
by Judi L February 14th, 2012 at 5:54 pmMarvelous Valentine’s Day surprise – can’t wait to read it!
by MaryC February 14th, 2012 at 5:55 pmHave I mentioned how gorgeous that cover is?
by Karin* Tabke aka Harlow! February 14th, 2012 at 6:10 pmCongrats. Looks like a wonderful collection. I can certainly stand another Bullet Catcher book. I love Karin’s writing & I’ll probably get addicted to the others too.
by Mary G February 14th, 2012 at 6:44 pmThanks, Mary! I think you’ll love Ben – he is a total Bullet Catcher package! xo
by Roxanne St. Claire February 14th, 2012 at 7:24 pmI am so excited about this book. I know there are a lot of great authors with stories between the covers but….there is a Julie Collins story (Martinez *sigh*) and a Cam McKay story. Double whammy!
by Jen B. February 14th, 2012 at 6:52 pmHey Jen, I loved getting back into Julie’s world
by Lori Armstrong February 15th, 2012 at 6:04 amHi Rocki,
by Jan Silver February 14th, 2012 at 6:55 pmCan’t wait to read this….going to visit Mom for a few days…will give her your love….
Happy Valentine’s Day!
Jan
Give her my love, Jan. She should have a package from me by tomorrow. xoxo
by Roxanne St. Claire February 14th, 2012 at 7:23 pmI can’t wait to be able to buy this! It sounds like such a fabulous collection!
by Kris February 14th, 2012 at 7:04 pmToni McGee Causey, Roxanne St. Claire… You’ve got some of my favorite authors contributing to this anthology. Can’t wait to read it!
by Sharon M. February 14th, 2012 at 7:32 pmThanks, Sharon! I bet you love every one of these stories! xo
by Roxanne St. Claire February 15th, 2012 at 4:42 amAwesome! Cant wait for the release.
by donnas February 14th, 2012 at 8:31 pmAll of these stories look great. Some of my favorite authors and series are included. I cannot wait to read them. Thanks for the giveaway.
by Stephanie M February 14th, 2012 at 10:54 pmNot a bad one in the bunch, I really hope Kobo has it!! !!!! This is one anthology that will be rated by me on Goodreads…I usually don’t when the stories are so different quality wise but with this set of stories/authors???? How can ANY of them be bad??????
by Ladyacct February 15th, 2012 at 4:24 amAwesome, Lady…thank you SO much! xo
by Roxanne St. Claire February 15th, 2012 at 4:42 amWow! Sounds good. Their is really some authors in this one I know and some I will like to know.
by Letty Diaz February 15th, 2012 at 5:21 amGreat news!
by Kathryn V February 15th, 2012 at 5:52 amI absolutely can’t wait for this to come out. They all sound like great stories. I have read many of the authors previous stories and can’t wait to read and become fans of the ones I haven’t read yet.
by Shannon Farrell February 15th, 2012 at 6:31 amSeems like it’s so long that we have to wait. Can’t wait to read this book. Thanks. So many great authors in one book.
by Joanne B February 15th, 2012 at 9:07 amGuns and Roses sounds fantastic! I can’t wait for this to release. Thanks for the giveaway!
by Maria D. February 15th, 2012 at 12:22 pmVery exciting and eagerly loking forward to this book!!! Heaps of fav authors here!
by Deb February 15th, 2012 at 2:36 pmwow totally freakin awesome… can’t wait… thanks for the chance to win.
by michelle February 15th, 2012 at 3:48 pmJessbiggers@gmail.com
I’m so excited about this and very happy that you all were finally able to make it happen. Some of the stories will be from authors that I love, and others will be a chance for me to discover a new favorite. Can’t wait!!!!
by Booklover1335 February 15th, 2012 at 7:45 pmI was wondering when and where this book will be availible?
by Patricia February 15th, 2012 at 7:53 pmThe book sounds wonderful. I can’t wait. I also would like to know when and where the book is available.
by Karen February 16th, 2012 at 10:41 amGUNS AND ROSES will be available next week wherever e-books are sold. Believe me, we’ll be announcing it the minute it’s on-sale!!!
by Allison Brennan February 16th, 2012 at 12:42 pmWow! SWo full of awesome! And I don’t usually read anthos, but who could NOT read this?
by Lori February 16th, 2012 at 10:21 pmI canNOT wait! Setting a reminder on my phone.
by Jen February 17th, 2012 at 1:16 amWish is I’d have read these posts sooner before I spent infinity fighting with amazon! I have plans for my prize from Toni’s Valentine’s day post! It’s burning a proverbial hole in my HTC EVO 4g. I love my kindle for android app! I follow several of you on Twitter as well. I also make major use of overdrive and my library. Found Murder She Writes thru Toni. Working my way thru Allison’s titles now. BTW, Toni is to me, the epitome of grace and graciousness that is what makes my memories of southern women so warm and welcoming. All you ladies seem to possess this quality towards us “fangirls”. You make me feel so at home. It’s something I see in my writer-in-progress daughter. She’s 20 and time will hone more rough edges off. She’s not so much a murder genre fan, but Bobbie Faye et al are converting her. That and thanks for introducing us to “Castle” on tv! Love to you all and may you leave James Patterson in all his literary incarnations in your dust when it comes to sales of “Guns and Roses”!
by Marcia Carter February 17th, 2012 at 9:15 amThank you all, individually and collectively!
Wow, Marcia, thanks for that lovely note. How fun to have you here in our community. And YAY to you for raising a Writer Daughter. I have one, too (only 14 but she’s already a regular columnist in our neighborhood newsletter!).
Just a week and the anthology will be up on Amazon and you can fire away with that prize!! xo
by Roxanne St. Claire February 17th, 2012 at 9:27 amI have the other 10 Bullet Catchers and can’t wait to get this one. I also have The 3 Guardian Angelinos and am waiting for more of them. Great books and great writer.
by Lavonne Page February 17th, 2012 at 10:15 amLavonne – I just saw this! Thank you! What a wonderful reader you are – such good taste, LOL! Hope you love Ben Youngblood…and the flower farmer who plucks him. xo
by Roxanne St. Claire February 19th, 2012 at 5:40 amI am sooo excited. Can’t hardly wait!
by Colleen Cunningham February 17th, 2012 at 9:53 pmSo much better than flowers or candy. I totally love anthologies. I usually pick up a new author or two and I get to hang out with some of my favorite characters from past books.
by Lori stone February 19th, 2012 at 6:05 pmI love all the Bullet Catchers and The Guardian Angelinos!! Can’t wait for Guns and Roses. Great writer!! I have all the books and plan to keep to reread!
by sherry bauer February 19th, 2012 at 6:42 pmThank you, Sherry!! xo
by Roxanne St. Claire February 19th, 2012 at 7:29 pm[...] NEWS FLASH!!!! Murder She Writes Presents… GUNS AND ROSES [...]
by Murder She Writes » Blog Archive » Our Bloody Valentines to You… February 20th, 2012 at 1:02 amThis looks like a great batch of stories. Looking forward to reading it. Cheers
by Jolene February 20th, 2012 at 6:28 amWhere can this be purchases at? I can’t find it.
by Heidi G. February 21st, 2012 at 7:17 amI can’t wait to read this!!! What day does it come out?
by helen February 21st, 2012 at 7:31 amWaiting…… sigh. Is it time yet? Tapping fingers on the computer…… sigh…..
by Jolene February 21st, 2012 at 7:44 amwho won?
by denise February 21st, 2012 at 6:10 pm