Welcome to my world…
ROMANCE…..
As a romance author, people either think I’m just this side of crazy, or totally understand that I have voices arguing in my head. I’m not really worried because they are characters from my current works-in-progress…and if not, they soon will be!
In just 48 short days, the third book in my first series for Sourcebooks will release. That’s right, for all of those who have been keeping up with the handsome as sin, dark-haired,dark-eyed Garahan brothers, JESSE will be releasing July 1st!
Then I’ll be starting the countdown until A WEDDING IN APPLE GROVE releases…my second series for Sourcebooks and the first in my Small Town USA series. Book 2, ONE DAY IN APPLE GROVE is winging its way through cyberspace toward my editor even as we speak…two days ahead of deadline. Yay! 
Although I’m a little worried that readers might not want to leave my cowboys behind, I’m excited about my new small town series. Most of the stories I’ve written involve a small town or community. Whether it be in the 11th Century, early 19th Century, or the present day, the dynamic is so very similar: tight knit communities with similar elements: the local gossip, trouble-makers (in my contemporaries/evil-doers (in my historicals), threats to the community or people in the community, and let’s not forget the all important romance between my main hero and heroine that must survive a number of tests and circumstances that threaten their new-found love.
My grandfather Purcell instilled the Irish pride that runs bone deep inside of me, maybe that’s what was behind my decision to use family names and draw character traits from ancestors and dearly loved relatives who have passed through the veil. I know my Grandpa would be proud.Although I live in the wilds of North Jersey, my ancestors lived in a castle in Tipperary, Ireland. Check out my Bio Page to see Loughmoe Castle. While you’re here, check out the latest news, book excerpts.
Sláinte,
C.H. Admirand
Latest Reviews ~ JESSE:
“With a little help from his brother’s women and a few folks around town, Jesse and Danielle both come to realize that they are each what the other needs and with Lacy in tow they become what they all want..a family at the Circle G Ranch.”
“Now we meet a few Garahan cousins in this book and unfortunately this is the last book in this trilogy but I’m hoping that we get to catch up with life on the farm and these lawman & fireman cousins because I’m sure one of them belongs to me. Plus I’ll never look at a porch swing the same way again!! I think I need to take a trip to Texas.” Wendy 4.5 Stars!
DYLAN:
Dylan is a hot, witty story that just overflows with pure fun and laughter. 4 Angels! Reviewed by: Tammy, Fallen Angel Reviews
DYLAN received 4 1/2 Stars from RT Book Reviews which, according to the their rating system, equals “FANTASTIC – Keeper!”
“Admirand does an excellent job of setting the scene with her amazing flair for scenery and description.” 4 1/2 Stars ~ B. Nakia Garner, RT Book Reviews
“This author has found her niche in the Modern Contemporary Romance genre. Admirand has a sassy writing style that is simply irresistible!” 4 Stars~ Detra Fitch, Huntress Reviews
“Dylan is your typical middle child, with attitude to spare, but he has so met his match with Ronnie.” 4 Coffee Cups~ Lototy, Coffee Time Romance
“The story progressed at the perfect pace and the ending was inspired.” 4.25 ~ Terri, Night Owl Reviews
New Small Town USA series coming from Sourcebooks in November 2012!
Welcome to Apple Grove, Ohio where love is always in the air and the proof is painted on the yellow water tower in John Deere Green! The Mulcahy sisters are running the family handyman business…that’s right my heroines know how to use power tools! And it all begins with: A WEDDING IN APPLE GROVE.
BIG NEWS!!! I’m delighted to announce that Sea Lion Books will be publishing my first Digital Comic: Bring ‘Em Back Alive in 2012! When I registered for RT, I entered Sea Lion Books’ Contest and was delighted to discover I was one of the two authors chosen to receive Digital Comic Contracts! For those readers you have enjoyed my Irish Western Series (Romance set in late 1870s Colorado)…this is Michael Flynn’s story! No pressure, but I understand Western Romances are a rarity in the Comic Industry! I cannot wait to begin the process, this is a totally new genre for me. Stop back for more updates!
Appearances for 2012: April to May…Updating June to August next week…please stop back!
Author Luncheon/Friends of the Library, Fredericksburg, VA ~ 4/25/12 DYLAN Featured at The Romance Studio in May! Guest Blog at Lisa Renee Jones’s Blog ~ 5/3/12 CH’s Blog at Casablanca Authors Blog ~ 5/9/12
FAMILY…
One of my wonderful friends, Jenny Luscher, knitted this beautiful hat for our darling grandbaby Jack. Thanks, Jenny! I LOVE this pic:
And this one of baby Jack sitting on the sofa…so big…so fast!
HEARTH:
For those who love to bake…here’s the pic of my non-traditional Irish Soda Bread from St. Patrick’s Day…the recipe follows…
C.H. Admirand’s Irish Soda Bread ~ copyright 2001 C.H. Admirand ~
A twist on the traditional favorite from the Emerald Isle. With a hint of sweet, this bread is delicious with a cup of tea. For variety, try it toasted with sweet cream butter or your favorite jam.
4 cups Hecker’s unbleached flour ~ ½ cup sugar ~ 2 tsp baking powder ~ 1 tsp baking soda ~ ¾ tsp salt ~ 2 large eggs, lightly beaten ~ 1 ¼ cups buttermilk ~ 1 cup sour cream ~ 1 tbsp flour, for dusting
Heat oven to 350. Sprinkle flour on a cookie sheet. Then combine 4 cups flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl. Blend eggs, buttermilk and sour cream in a small bowl. Stir into flour mixture. Knead dough in bowl; dough will be very sticky. Shape into a ball; place on the cookie sheet and cut a cross along the top of the dough. Sprinkle with flour.
Bake in 350 oven for 65 to 75 minutes or until knife inserted in center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes, turn onto a wire rack to cool.
AND HOME… (more pics to follow soon…still working on recovery from deadline-brain!)
I’m always sad when the azaleas finish blooming, but then the Rhodies and Iris’s start! Here are a few pics
from today…
July, 2012
