Books By Denise

Release day: WRONG TURN, RIGHT COWBOY

2010-08-17T06:51:00.001-07:00

Today is the day! WRONG TURN, RIGHT COWBOY book 2 of the Paintbrush series is available.

No matter how far you run, the past is never far behind.

Paintbrush, Book 2

Gillian Harwood and her daughter are off the grid and on the run. One wrong turn later, they’re lost in a Wyoming backwater—and headed right for a man on horseback. Gillian hits the brakes, but not quick enough.

The horse is fine. The man? Not so much. Sure, he’s pissed as hell, but Gillian’s faced far worse. She can handle one grumpy cowboy with a bum knee. That is, until she uses her skills as a masseuse to make it all better.

Quint Walters knows a wounded animal when he sees one. Sexy, secretive Gillian shows all the signs of a grown-up runaway. He should know, he’s spent his life running from his father’s expectations. Her magic touch leaves him wanting more, and as she waits for car repairs, she seems to fit naturally into small-town life, and his heart. Except she resists all his efforts to get at her core.

One mishap after another makes it seem like Fate is conspiring to throw Gillian in Quint’s path—and into his arms. The heat they generate, though, isn’t enough to drown out the nagging feeling that the past is about to smoke her out of hiding...

Warning: Sparks that ignite the whole town, dangerous secrets and some much-deserved butt-kicking.

*NOW* Available from Samhain Publishing

newest cover

2010-06-22T07:51:00.000-07:00

WRONG TURN, RIGHT COWBOY available Aug. 17, 2010

Denise's Samhain page

Two books, two releases

2009-10-20T10:31:00.001-07:00

Ghost of a Chance is slated to release from Cobblestone Press on Oct. 30

and Second Chances: Book 1 of the Paintbrush Series (print version) is set to release from Samhain Publishing on Nov. 1

Double the chances of a good time.

Two Covers

2009-08-20T09:14:00.000-07:00

My Kindle covers are still missing on Amazon so hopefully this will help :)

THE COWBOY PLAN

2009-07-10T08:08:00.000-07:00

THE COWBOY PLAN is coming soon!

“The Cowboy Plan” by Denise Belinda McDonald
Genre: Contemporary Romance, Western Romance

ISBN: 978-1-60504-651-8
Length: Novel
Price: 5.50
Publication Date: August 18, 2009
Cover art by Tuesday Dube

Big girls don’t cry over a spilled chocolate milkshake—they run like crazy.

Alex Barrett’s all too “real life” sentence is almost over. She’s spent years being a parent to her siblings—and her flaky mother. What was her reward, other than an empty bed? Nothing. And now that she’s almost free, nothing’s exactly what she plans to do. Except have fun.

One minute she’s one of thousands of panting female fans at hotter-than-hot Drew Hartford’s concert. The next, she’s all wet—and so is he. Okay, so it’s only because she dumped a milkshake all over him.

Drew’s meteoric rise to the top of the country charts is fueled by the swooning women who throw themselves at his feet. Alex? She’s different. When their icy paths cross, she doesn’t throw her panties, she beats a hasty retreat. There’s only one way to keep this intriguing lady around long enough to charm her out of those panties: offer her a job she can’t refuse.

Drew may be every female’s definition of a fantasy man, but a paycheck and a roll in the hay do not a relationship make. Besides, Alex is tired of living 24/7 for someone else. Even a someone who’s offering her dreams of happily ever after…

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Warning: Hot and heavy loving; stuff country songs are made of.

COMING SOON to SAMHAIN PUBLISHING

NEWS : NEWS : NEWS

2009-04-15T05:55:00.000-07:00

I have news I want to share. I sold another book . . . . WOOHOO!!

The Cowboy Plan

The story is about a Country and Western Singer (Drew Hartford) and a Pet Photographer (Alex Barrett). I am working on the blurb for my editor and will post that as soon as it's ready.

I am excited about this story--not that I am not always excited about my books--every book I write I think I have a little crush on the hero. As it should be. Why would you want to read about him if I don't have a little crush on him, right?!?!?

The E-format of THE COWBOY PLAN will be out in August '09--I will pass along the specificdates as I get them. And just a reminder: TRADING FACES will be out in print this summer. SECOND CHANCES will be out in print around Christmas '09.

More info to follow ASAP!

Release Day: SECOND CHANCES

2009-01-13T04:48:00.000-08:00

Today is the release day of my fifth book from Samhain Publishing.

“Second Chances” by Denise Belinda McDonald

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Genre: Contemporary Romance

ISBN: 978-1-60504-359-3
Length: Novel
Price: 5.50
Publication Date: January 13, 2009
Cover art by Natalie Winters

Be careful what you ask for. It might come with spurs—and baggage.

The Paintbrush Series

After catching her boyfriend with his pants around his knees while a walking, talking cliché takes “dictation”, Suzanne Walters quits her job, quits her man, quits Texas and moves to Wyoming to find the woman she used to be. Unfortunately, her first five minutes in Paintbrush finds her facing down the town bully in the local diner—and running smack into the one thing she’s not looking for: a wet dream in cowboy boots, Jacob Bowman.

Jacob excels at two things—flying under the radar, and saving his pennies in hopes of running his own ranch someday. He can’t stop thinking about the fantasy in tight Wranglers who nearly mowed him down exiting the diner. The curvy, vivacious spitfire makes his mouth go dry. She’s got her eye on him, as well, but her determination to prove her independence is just as strong as the sexual pull between them.

Life’s knocks have given them both strong hearts, and even stronger wills. As danger looms, that stubborn pride could cost their one chance to discover if there’s something more between them than great sex.

Will they swallow their pride, or will they lose it all?

Warning: Cowboys and horses and bullies OH MY! Sweet, sweet loving and a little rowdy behavior.

Read An Excerpt Online

Booktrailer for Second Chances

2008-12-09T06:58:00.000-08:00

New Second Chances booktrailer . . . enjoy . . . .

if you can't see it try Youtube

Got Cover?

2008-10-28T13:53:00.001-07:00

My newest cover has been released.

SECOND CHANCES...coming soon

2008-10-11T09:14:00.000-07:00

I checked my page at Samhain's website hoping my newest book will be up... and it is!

“Second Chances” by Denise Belinda McDonald

Genre: Contemporary Romance

ISBN: 1-60504-359-1
Length: Novel
Price: 5.50
Publication Date: January 13, 2009
Cover art by : Coming Soon

Be careful what you ask for. It might come with spurs—and baggage.

The Paintbrush series

After catching her boyfriend with his pants around his knees while a walking, talking cliché takes “dictation”, Suzanne Walters quits her job, quits her man, quits Texas and moves to Wyoming to find the woman she used to be. Unfortunately, her first five minutes in Paintbrush finds her facing down the town bully in the local diner—and running smack into the one thing she’s not looking for: a wet dream in cowboy boots, Jacob Bowman.

Jacob excels at two things—flying under the radar, and saving his pennies in hopes of running his own ranch someday. He can’t stop thinking about the fantasy in tight Wranglers who nearly mowed him down exiting the diner. The curvy, vivacious spitfire makes his mouth go dry. She’s got her eye on him, as well, but her determination to prove her independence is just as strong as the sexual pull between them.

Life’s knocks have given them both strong hearts, and even stronger wills. As danger looms, that stubborn pride could cost their one chance to discover if there’s something more between them than great sex.

Will they swallow their pride, or will they lose it all?

Warning: Cowboys and horses and bullies OH MY! Sweet, sweet loving and a little rowdy behavior

TRADING FACES

2008-08-11T18:42:00.001-07:00

I created a book trailer for TRADING FACES

Enjoy ~

Release Day ~ TRADING FACES

2008-08-05T06:46:00.000-07:00

TODAY IS THE DAY!

TRADING FACES releases today from Samhain Publishing. WOOHOO!

There are worse things than winding up dead…

With her ex-husband’s death, Elyse Cabot thinks she’s permanently off the emotional roller coaster…until he turns up posing as his twin brother—the real victim of foul play—at his funeral. Before she can get any answers out of him, he’s gone, leaving her with more questions than closure.

And a fortune in loose diamonds.

Seeing Elyse again brings back a lot of hot, sweaty teenage memories for Jack. Then she opens her mouth and out comes some cockamamie story about her ex, diamonds and double crossing. So much for rekindling an old flame. Still, he just can’t seem to resist the lure of this dame in distress.

He just hopes he can solve the case before he does something stupid—like fall in love.

Trading Faces Cover....

2008-05-21T10:51:00.001-07:00

My new cover is up . . .

TRADING FACES releases

August 5th . . . keep watch!

TRADING FACES

2008-05-19T14:32:00.000-07:00

“Trading Faces” by Denise Belinda McDonald

Genre: Romantic Suspense

ISBN: 1-60504-125-4

Length: Novel

Price: 5.50

Publication Date: August 5, 2008

Cover art by

There are worse things than winding up dead…

And a fortune in loose diamonds.

To her relief, a face from the past agrees to help her uncover the truth behind her newly acquired rocks. Private investigator Jack Walling has come a long way from the awkward geek she brushed off in high school. Such a long way, she discovers an inconvenient truth: There are worse things than winding up dead. Like falling head over heels for the hunky P.I.

Seeing Elyse again brings back a lot of hot, sweaty teenage memories for Jack. Then she opens her mouth and out comes some cockamamie story about diamonds and double crossing. So much for rekindling an old flame. Still, he just can’t seem to resist the lure of this dame in distress.

He just hopes he can solve the case before he does something stupid—like fall in love.

Warning, this title contains the following: Twins, explicit sex, graphic language, some rock ’em sock ’em violence, and did we mention diamonds?

Trading Faces

2008-05-19T14:24:00.000-07:00

My new release is up on Samhain’s website . . . WOOHOO!!

TRADING FACES
releases in e-format August 5th

(the mock-up of the cover is HAWT! Can't wait 'til they release it so I can post it too...)

STAY TUNED for more info

trailer for THE INN CROWD

2007-10-10T19:30:00.001-07:00

I created a book trailer for The Inn Crowd

Hope you enjoy it!

The Inn Crowd in the Romantic Times Book Reviews

2007-08-31T06:43:00.000-07:00

The Inn Crowd received FOUR STARS in the October issue of the Romantic Times Book Reviews.

WAHOO!

The Inn Crowd reviews

2007-08-20T10:04:00.000-07:00

Fallen Angels Reviews gives THE INN CROWD 5 Angels
“Love, lies and yes the possibility of finding your great love is in this beautiful book by Denise B. McDonald. The Inn Crowd is one you’ve got to read for it’s not your typical romance from her, but great for it has it all from suspense, passion and to the comedy from her mother planning her fifth wedding to a dog that is into black leather to its colorful owner. I loved it all and can’t wait for more by Denise B. McDonald.Reviewed by: Lena C.”

Two Lips Reviews gives THE INN CROWD 4 ½ lips
“The Inn Crowd is a beautiful love story. Denise Belinda McDonald has created a couple deeply in love who must learn to trust each other and who are both willing to sacrifice for the other’s happiness. The love scenes are poignant and well written, but it is the emotional issues that really make The Inn Crowd a truly wonderful story. I really enjoyed this beautiful story from Denise Belinda McDonald and highly recommend reading The Inn Crowd.Reviewed by: Tara Renee”

Coffee Time Review gives THE INN CROWD 4 cups
“Jamie and Lorenna’s bumpy love story is definitely worthwhile, filled with misunderstandings, sacrifice, humor and danger. The wild Texas weather is as unpredictable as this enjoyable story and a metaphor for Jamie and Lorenna's story. MauraReviewer for Coffee Time Romance”

Romance Studio gives THE INN CROWD 5 Hearts
“The love scenes are intense and frequent but are not too explicit; they develop along with the love the couple found with each other. Throughout the story they face conflict, but I do not believe anyone will expect the finale! I can guarantee you will enjoy this book and I encourage you to take the time to read it. It is an extraordinary work. Kudos to Ms. McDonaldReviewer: Brenda Talley”.

The Inn Crowd (print)

2007-08-18T09:54:00.000-07:00

“The Inn Crowd”

by Denise Belinda McDonald

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Genre: Contemporary Romance

ISBN: 1-59998-646-9

Length: Novel

Price: 15.00

Publication Date: Spetember 25, 2007

Cover art by Anne Cain

What do you get when you have a beautiful B & B owner, an incognito movie star, his entourage and a leather wearing, hairless pooch all staying at the Wild Rose Bed and Breakfast?

Jamie Crawford needs time to unwind after his last movie. His sudden bump from B-list to A-list actor keeps him too busy to take time for himself. When an opportunity arises for him to sneak into a small Texas town and for some much-needed R & R, he snaps it up. The last thing he expects is to meet the beautiful owner and fall almost instantly head-over-heels.

Lorenna Beauchamp runs her inn and has time for little else. And that’s the way she likes it—until her stunningly handsome new guest piques an interest she thought long dormant. She breaks all her rules to get close to him. Imagine her surprise when she learns that not only has Jamie been hiding his identity, but he is one of the most sought after celebs.

Jamie has to persuade Lorenna his feelings are true while he convinces himself that loving someone isn’t detrimental to his career. Can Lorenna get past the lies and her mistrust of all things Hollywood to give Jamie a chance?

Warning, this title contains the following: explicit sex.

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order your copy now:

don't be the only one not Inn!

The Inn Crowd (e-format)

2007-08-17T09:51:00.000-07:00

“The Inn Crowd” by Denise Belinda McDonald
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Genre: Contemporary Romance
ISBN: 1-59998-440-7

Length: Novel

Price: 5.50

Publication Date: March 20, 2007

Cover art by Anne Cain

What do you get when you have a beautiful B & B owner, an incognito movie star, his entourage and a leather wearing, hairless pooch all staying at the Wild Rose Bed and Breakfast?

Jamie Crawford needs time to unwind after his last movie. His sudden bump from B-list to A-list actor keeps him too busy to take time for himself. When an opportunity arises for him to sneak into a small Texas town and for some much-needed R & R, he snaps it up. The last thing he expects is to meet the beautiful owner and fall almost instantly head-over-heels.

Lorenna Beauchamp runs her inn and has time for little else. And that’s the way she likes it—until her stunningly handsome new guest piques an interest she thought long dormant. She breaks all her rules to get close to him. Imagine her surprise when she learns that not only has Jamie been hiding his identity, but he is one of the most sought after celebs.

Jamie has to persuade Lorenna his feelings are true while he convinces himself that loving someone isn’t detrimental to his career. Can Lorenna get past the lies and her mistrust of all things Hollywood to give Jamie a chance?

Warning, this title contains the following: explicit sex.

Read An Excerpt Online

order your copy now:

don't be the only one not Inn!

Deadly Mistakes (print)

2007-08-16T09:45:00.000-07:00

Deadly Mistakes

PRINT by Denise Belinda McDonald

ISBN: 1-59998-336-2

Length: 300 Pages

Price: $15.00

Genre: Romance/Contemporary/Suspense

Publication Date: December 19, 2006

Charlie's day went from bad to worse when she tripped over a dead man on her living room floor.

Charlie Foster's life morphed from shoe store owner and college student to murder suspect in one trip across her living room. Can she clear her name and find out what in the world happened in her apartment before the she's booked for murder one? Or before the real killer gets his hands on her?

Detective Bobby Allen never meant to become his suspect's alibi. Is it his sixth sense that tells him blue-eyed Charlie Foster is the key to unraveling the clues to his 'unofficial' case? Or is it the one night of passion they shared?

Can they ignore the attraction to one another long enough to figure out what the killer's next move is before they both become casualties in an unknown battle?

Warning, this title contains the following: explicit sex, graphic language, violence.

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Deadly Mistakes (E-Format)

2007-08-15T09:33:00.000-07:00

Deadly Mistakes by Denise Belinda McDonald

ISBN: 1-59998-098-3

Length: Novel

Price: $5.50

Genre: Contemporary/Suspense

Publication Date: September 19th, 2006

Format: E-book

Available from: Samhain Publishing

Charlie’s day went from bad to worse when she tripped over a dead man on her living room floor.

Charlie Foster’s life morphed from shoe store owner and college student to murder suspect in one trip across her living room. Can she clear her name and find out what in the world happened in her apartment before she’s booked for murder one? Or before the real killer gets his hands on her?

Can they ignore the attraction to one another long enough to figure out what the killer's next move is before they both become casualties in an unknown battle?Warning, this title contains the following: explicit sex, graphic language, violence.

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Her Passion (e-format)

2007-08-14T09:21:00.000-07:00

My first book release.
Her Passion is now availble from Samhain Publishing.

“Her Passion” by Denise Belinda McDonald

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Genre: Contemporary Romance
ISBN: 1-59998-052-5

Length: Novella

Price: $3.50

Publication Date: March 14, 2006

Cover art by Scott Carpenter

Can a brief affair sustain a woman before her upcoming, loveless marriage?

Joel Burkhart’s life is work, work and more work until he finds that one woman he’s compared every other woman to since high school, but she’s taken.

Colleen Nance feels her life closing in on her with her nuptials nearing. When passion ignites, she loses her head and loses control.

With a ticking clock, can the pair find what they need in each other or are they destined to continue in a passionless life where status-quo is good enough?

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Books By Denise

Release day: WRONG TURN, RIGHT COWBOY

newest cover

Two books, two releases

Two Covers

THE COWBOY PLAN

NEWS : NEWS : NEWS

Release Day: SECOND CHANCES

“Second Chances” by Denise Belinda McDonald

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Booktrailer for Second Chances

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SECOND CHANCES...coming soon

“Second Chances” by Denise Belinda McDonald

Genre: Contemporary Romance

ISBN: 1-60504-359-1Length: NovelPrice: 5.50Publication Date: January 13, 2009Cover art by : Coming Soon

Be careful what you ask for. It might come with spurs—and baggage.

The Paintbrush series

Life’s knocks have given them both strong hearts, and even stronger wills. As danger looms, that stubborn pride could cost their one chance to discover if there’s something more between them than great sex.

Will they swallow their pride, or will they lose it all?

Warning: Cowboys and horses and bullies OH MY! Sweet, sweet loving and a little rowdy behavior

TRADING FACES

Release Day ~ TRADING FACES

Trading Faces Cover....

TRADING FACES

Trading Faces

trailer for THE INN CROWD

The Inn Crowd in the Romantic Times Book Reviews

The Inn Crowd reviews

The Inn Crowd (print)

The Inn Crowd (e-format)

Deadly Mistakes (print)

Deadly Mistakes (E-Format)

Her Passion (e-format)

ISBN: 1-60504-359-1
Length: Novel
Price: 5.50
Publication Date: January 13, 2009
Cover art by : Coming Soon