I’m sorry you haven’t heard from me in a bit! Life has been a little crazy with my day job and I’ve picked up an editing project that’s been taking most of my free time.
Despite being busy, the launch of Loss and Damages has been going great!
I want to thank everyone who entered the Goodreads giveaway! 1,672 people entered and it made me feel really good that so many people want to read about Dominic and Jemma.
One reviewer said: “this thrilling story had me all caught up in the drama.” So if you like stories with trauma bonding and found family, then I think you might love Loss and Damages! Grab it on Kindle, in Kindle Unlimited, or Paperback.
I’ve decided that I’m going to release Wicked Games in May 2026! I know that seems far away but I want to pace myself so I can write another book and also have time to send out ARCs.
I’ve seen a lot of readers say they don’t get enough notice so I want to make sure you all have plenty of time to read, savor, and review!
Wicked Games is written and mostly edited already! The time buffer is just in case things don’t go the way I want. (And if everything does go smoothly, I’ll happily move the release date up.)
Thank you again for all the love you’re giving Dominic and Jemma. This launch for Loss and Damages has been one of the best I’ve had and I couldn’t have done it without you!
Happy Labor Day Weekend!! I have no idea where the summer went, but I can’t lie. I’m looking forward to some cooler weather. I didn’t get done nearly as much as I wanted to, but that’s okay. I’ve been pretty busy with book stuff even if it doesn’t feel like I’ve made much progress. I’ve actually been polishing up a couple of my older books, and if you’re in the mood for a happily ever after that has fall vibes, Rescue Me might just be what you’re looking for. It’s available on Kindle, in Kindle Unlimited, and Paperback. https://www.amazon.com/Rescue-Me-Billionaire-Standalone-Romance-ebook/dp/B0BGT13LPR
If you missed the chance to snag an ARC of Loss and Damages and want to try your luck, I have it listed on Goodreads. The giveaway ends September 14th and there are 100 Kindle copies available. To enter, you can do it here: https://www.goodreads.com/giveaway/show/419642-loss-and-damages
Since I’ve been working on getting Loss and Damages ready to go and dusting off some of my older titles, that means I’m really itching to start writing again. I can’t wait to start working on a new book, and that’s what I’ll be doing for the rest of the year. I’m excited because that means I’ll have two books out next year–Wicked Games, a small town romantic suspense, and Bitter Love, a small town second chance. Both are standalones, something I’ve been enjoying writing lately.
So, bookmark this website or sign up to the blog for cover reveals, ARC signups, and more!
Thank you to everyone who claimed an ARC of Loss and Damages. They’ve all been taken, and I’m thrilled!
If you missed your chance and would still like to read and review, contact me at vaniarheault(at)gmail(dot)com and I’ll email you an ePub or PDF. This offer is good until July 31st, after that I’m halting all ARC campaigns so I can put Loss and Damages on pre-order.
Loss and Damages won’t be live until September 15th, so take your time and I hope you enjoy the rest of your summer! ☀️
If you’re looking for something else to read at the pool or beach, or if you’re staying inside in the air conditioning, you can always download My Biggest Mistake, a Billionaire, ugly-duckling, standalone novel. You can find it here: https://BookHip.com/CMSVSNK
Happy Tuesday friends! I hope the summer has been treating you well. ☀️
Just a quick update on all the things.
If you’ve been waiting for the ARCs of Loss and Damages, they’re ready to go! There are only forty copies available, so if you were thinking of picking it up, don’t wait.
ARCs will be available until July 31st and reviews won’t be needed until September 15th.
✨ Here are a few quick details: Standalone or Part of a Series: Loss and Damages is a standalone billionaire romance with a happily ever after. It’s a complete novel at around 350 printed pages.
Triggers: None that I know of. Dominic deals with some family drama/trauma, and Jemma gets roughed up while trying to stop a break-in, but nothing graphic or prolonged.
Where to Review: Amazon and Goodreads are best, since Loss and Damages will be in Kindle Unlimited. If you want to share on social media too (Instagram or Facebook), that’s awesome but not required.
What to Say: Whatever you want! If you loved it, say so. If it wasn’t your thing, that’s okay too. I really don’t mind. Honest reviews help future readers find books they’ll love.
Thank you all for picking up a copy and giving it a read. I hope Loss and Damages is a lovely part of your summer relaxation!
✨ Bonus reminder: If you’ve read my King’s Crossing serial and haven’t left a review yet, now’s a great time. Even a few quick lines for one or two books will help other readers find it.
✨ One last thing: We got a new cat named Pim! My son’s friend moved out of state and couldn’t bring her along, so we made the arrangements with our property management and adopted her! She’s adorable and loves being carried around on your shoulder. It’s been really nice to have a cat around again. 🐾
I hope everyone is doing well and that your summer so far has been full of friends, family, and good reads.
Hello friends! I hope you all are having a great week and have some lovely plans for the weekend.
The STUFF YOUR EREADER event is here today and for one day only! There are over 1600 romance books in all sub-genres and on all platforms such as Kindle, Kobo, Google Play, and Nook.
Bookmark my website or subscribe! I have a lot of news coming your way this summer including ARCs for my newest release, Loss and Damages. You don’t want to miss out. ☺️
Now that I have your attention, I just wanted to pop on here quick to tell you a couple things before your weekend starts! I don’t have big plans… I work Saturdays and Sundays so I can have Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays off. I think it’s a fair trade since no one likes getting up on a Monday morning and having to go to work. I’m lucky I work at a job that allows me to do that, and I have never taken it for granted.
Tonight I’ll be be editing Loss and Damages (oh, the glamorous life of a writer… but at least I’ll be in my pajamas and I have ice cream!) and going to bed early. Breathing just wipes me out, but there’s nothing better than working on my book for a couple hours in silence before going to bed.
My friend Melody is looking for ARC readers for her storm-chasing novel aptly titled, Into the Storm. It’s the fourth book in her Storm Series, but it can absolutely be read as a standalone. Here’s the blurb:
He chases tornadoes, but he only wanted to catch her…
Storm chaser Austin Jones loves an adrenaline rush. With his YouTube channel gaining popularity and an opportunity to chase tornadoes on television, he’s living the dream. When a close encounter with a twister sends him to the hospital, the last person he expects to stitch him up is his high school sweetheart. Seeing her again feels like fate.
The storm that shattered Lizzie James’s life may be long gone, but the damage was never repaired. After a tornado tore through her hometown—taking her parents and destroying everything—she swore she’d never go back. Haunted by nightmares and burdened by anxiety, she’s done her best to forget that day. But when her former boyfriend ends up in her ER, the memories she buried come rushing back.
Despite every instinct telling her to stay away, Lizzie finds herself back in Texas—where Austin is eager to remind her of what they once had. But his reckless devotion to storm chasing is a risk she cannot ignore. Determined to control the situation—and maybe protect Austin from himself—Lizzie makes a bold choice. She’ll face her fears, literally, and join Austin for the chase. If she can’t stop him from risking his life, at least she can help keep him safe.
As another violent tornado threatens the region, Lizzie has a sinking feeling that Austin is about to make a dangerous call. This time, the real storm is the one inside Austin—torn between chasing the next tornado and holding on to the woman he loves. Because some storms you chase…and others you have to weather together to find out what really matters.
If this sounds like something you’d be interested in, here’s the Google form to be on her ARC team:
And one last thing before you head off to busy weekend plans… My King’s Crossing Serial giveaway is still going on! The giveaway includes six paperback books, a mug that has the chapter header photo with the King’s Crossing serial name on it, and a postcard that gives you digital access to My Biggest Mistake. If you’re reading this blog post, you know the link is on my Subscribe page, but you can give it to a friend if you haven’t downloaded it yourself. The giveaway has a value of $100.00 USD, so you don’t want to miss out. Here’s the link to MY form to fill out if you want to enter! It ends Monday, May 26th, and I’ll draw a name Tuesday, May 27th.
Hey friends, I hope you’re all doing well! Spring has finally warmed up in Minnesota and the colors are popping!
Things are fantastic here . . . I’ve been working on Loss and Damages to stay on track and get those ARCs to you in July like I promised.
While I’m working on that, I have a wonderful giveaway for you! A set of my King’s Crossing paperback books (you can let me know if you want them signed), a custom-made mug that matches the chapter headers in the books, and a postcard that gives you digital access to my freebie if you haven’t grabbed it already.
(The giveaway package is estimated at a $100.00 value.)
Unfortunately, due to some international shipping problems I experienced last month, I’m only able to accept US entries at this time.
The giveaway goes until Memorial Day, and I’ll draw a name on Tuesday, May 27th.
The Google form is easy to fill out, just three simple questions. I appreciate all the love and support you all have given me since I started publishing this series! Before you enter, if you want to read the blurbs or scan the content warnings of these books, look here: King’s Crossing Series.
It’s been an amazing seven months as the books in my King’s Crossing serial have launched, one by one, since October. That seems so far away now, before winter came and went, before all the holidays. But the time has gone by quickly too, which is bittersweet. I had a lot of fun writing these books, hyping them up, and sharing them with all of you.
Shattered Dreams, the sixth and final book of my King’s Crossing serial, is now available. Find out how Stella and Zane, and Gage and Zarah put the past behind them once and for all.
Zarah made it clear she wants space to do her own thing, but that doesn’t mean any of this is over. Zane asks Pop and me to look into another murder, and I reluctantly agree. We find some interesting evidence at the crime scene, pointing fingers at people I never considered could be a part of it all. When Zarah’s therapist kidnaps her, Zane, Stella, and I race against time to figure out where they could have gone, and what she wants with Zarah. What we find will change my life forever.
Zarah
Breaking up with Gage was the biggest mistake of my life, and he’s the only person I can call when I’m in trouble. Despite getting back together, he still encourages me to go through with a trip I had planned. Jerricka intercepts me at the airport, and she knows just the right buttons to push to convince me to go with her instead. Revealing secrets from the past seven years, she explains the real reason why Ash locked me away in Quiet Meadows, why my memories have disappeared, and what she plans to do with me. I know, without a doubt, if she gets her way, I won’t survive.
Books 1-3 are still on sale if you haven’t started the series or would like to pick them up to keep. They’re also available in Kindle Unlimited and Paperback. You can look at the whole series here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CX7SFGB5
Thank you for being a part of this series! I appreciate all the reviews and shares on social media of which there have been many. Though it’s sad to say goodbye to the characters who live in King’s Crossing, for the next little while I’ll be focusing on getting a standalone ready to go. There’s always something new so remember to subscribe to the blog to get updates on sales, new releases, and more. Also, since you’re here, don’t forget to download your free book, My Biggest Mistake, a full-length standalone ugly duckling billionaire romance. You can grab it here: https://BookHip.com/CMSVSNK
Thanks again! You’ve made the launch of this series amazing! ♥︎
Today is the last day of March! Which means here in Minnesota it could start warming up or we’ll have another blizzard in two weeks. Hard to tell, but the days are getting longer, and the sun is shining right now.
As for what I’ve got going on, the last book in my King’s Crossing series, SHATTERED DREAMS, will be available on April 14th, and I know lots of you are waiting for it! This is also a gentle reminder that if you picked up the ARCs for this series and haven’t left a review, now would be great time! Reviews help readers find books they enjoy, so please leave yours, even if you didn’t like it! What you may not have liked someone else could love, so don’t be afraid to share your thoughts!
Books 1, 2, and 3 are still on sale, so if you were wanting to buy them, now is the time. I don’t know when I’ll change the prices, if ever, because I know how expensive it can be to commit to a long series like that, but as always, they’re available in Kindle Unlimited, too. You can take a look at all the books here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CX7SFGB5
In other news, I’m almost done writing WICKED GAMES! I’ve been sharing excerpts here and there on my Facebook author page, and I constantly look at the cover (yes, it’s already done!) for inspiration. Once it’s finished, I’ll set it aside to breathe and focus on getting LOSS AND DAMAGES, a standalone billionaire novel, ready to go. ARCs will be available this summer!
I have lots happening, so be sure you follow this blog to stay in the know!
Don’t forget since you’re here, you can download a free book, MY BIGGEST MISTAKE. It’s a full-length ugly duckling billionaire novel I give away for free to say thank you for supporting my work! I appreciate all of you! https://BookHip.com/CMSVSNK
Have a good Monday, everyone, and here’s to a bright and sunny April!
Today is #ThrowbackThursday and I wanted to give you a glimpse of my first books that I published when I decided to write under my initials.
I grew up reading Nora Roberts, a fact that I’ve shared on this page before, so I was very familiar with her writing. I also grew up reading lots of Harlequin Desires and Temptations, Susan Mallery, Robin Carr, and Jennifer Crusie. (Bet Me is still one of my most favorite books ever! https://www.amazon.com/Bet-Me-Jennifer…/dp/B000FC1A8O ) As a reader, you don’t really think about what point of view or tense books are written in, you just pick up books based on if you’re read the author before, if you like the cover and blurb, or off a friend’s/family member’s recommendation.
That changes when you decide to write your own books, and not only that, what the market wants. I started writing in third person past because that’s what I grew up reading and that’s what a lot of my writer friends who are around my age also say. But, if you read as much as you write, you begin to notice a shift in what’s being published and not only that, but what’s 𝘱𝘰𝘱𝘶𝘭𝘢𝘳. Because as a writer, not only do you want to write “the book of your heart” you want people to want to read it.
So while I loved writing in third person, in 2020 I decided to start writing first person present, as that’s what a lot of romance authors were writing.
I went around and around for a while because writing third person and first person is different and I didn’t know if I would be good at it. I started small, a short story that I actually give away as an easter egg, and then I felt comfortable enough to write a book. That book was actually the first book of my King’s Crossing series, 𝑪𝒓𝒖𝒆𝒍 𝑭𝒂𝒕𝒆, but that series wasn’t the first I published.
During the pandemic I wrote quite a few books then went back and edited them to publish.
Writing 𝑪𝒂𝒑𝒕𝒊𝒗𝒂𝒕𝒆𝒅 𝒃𝒚 𝑯𝒆𝒓 was fun. I did a lot of research on constructions sites, trying to figure out a way that would hurt Rick to the point he would never be the same but that wouldn’t actually kill him. I also wanted to add a mystery to his accident, one that Devyn, a reporter he meets during a blizzard, has the tenacity to solve.
It was supposed to be a standalone, but that never works out well for me, and it turned into a duet and the second book features Rick’s business partner Beau and Devyn’s sister Talia. 𝑨𝒅𝒅𝒊𝒄𝒕𝒆𝒅 𝒕𝒐 𝑯𝒆𝒓 has a fun easter egg inside it no one has found, at least, as far a I can tell. But I’m still proud of myself for thinking of it and it makes a great way to use that short story because I wouldn’t have had a use for it otherwise.
So this Throwback Thursday I’m featuring my Cedar Hill Duet, the first books I published when I changed to writing first person present.
If you want to read them, they are available on Kindle, in Kindle Unlimited, and Paperback.
VM Rheault 