To Make You Smile...

Hello friends!


Today, Marc and I are headed out to spend the day with friends, so I will not be blogging.  Of course, not to say that I blog every day anyway, but just saying...


So here is a little something to make you smile!

Enjoy your day, and read a book!

Lise

Today, I Rant!

Hello friends,

No, it doesn't happen often, but today, on this rainy Tuesday here in Lanark, Ontario Canada, I am extremely frustrated!

For some inexplicable reason, the paperback version of my latest novel, "Look Behind You," continues to show up as 'Temporarily Out Of Stock' on the Canadian Amazon site.  As a Canadian

Incomplete Delusion...

Hello friends,


Have you read this novel?  It is doing very well on Amazon, so I wanted to share an excerpt with you to give you a tiny taste of its exciting content.

The next stop was to the Department of Motor Vehicles. This process was slightly more lengthy, but she was again greeted by a smiling, efficient clerk. So far, so good! A definite bounce in her step, Sarah left the DMV and crossed the street to the Braden General Store. There were not big-box stores in Braden and it seemed the General Store was the place to go to buy groceries.

The sign on the building said it all. From the crumbling mortar and chipping paint, to the antique, circa 1930s Texaco round gas pumps - which had clearly been out of commission

Do real men read romance?

Hello friends,

I thought I'd post this great article I came upon while researching whether or not men enjoy reading romance novels.  Of course, the percentage of men v. woman varies depending on who has done the study.  In the past, I'd read that 13% of romance novels are read by men.  This article claims it's closer to 9%.  Either way, the secret's out:  Men do read romance! 

The Real Men Who Read Romance Novels      

by  Maya Rodale

It is a truth universally acknowledged that men do not read or write romance novels... unless they are attempting to "cash in" or use phrases like bodice ripper or burning desire (for example: these two snarky gentlemen). However, according to statistics from Romance Writers of America, 9 percent of romance readers are guys. Who are the real men who read and write romance novels just because they like it?  I spoke with a few of them and about

Happy Saturday!

Hello friends,


What a beautiful Saturday in Lanark, Ontario Canada!  A perfect day to catch up on outside activities.  Then, when you're all done in for the day, sit under a tree and read a book!


Have you tried one of the three novels from my three-book series?  Why not start with Book One:   "You're Still Mine"!


To help you decide, here is a brief sample:

This couldn't be happening! She'd been assured by the Courts that he would serve a minimum five years, yet here he was walking the streets - or soon would be - following a paltry three and a half years in federal prison!

On the very day he was found guilty by a jury of his peers, Meg had registered with SAVIN, the Statewide Automated Victim Information and Notification program, hence

I confess...

Hello friends,


I confess that today I absolutely did not work on "A KINDNESS RETURNED."  Guilty as charged!  I did, however, spend a lovely after/evening with my husband and mother-in-law at an open-house BBQ which was held in her apartment complex.  She only recently moved there and asked if we would attend with her.


Of course, as we age, so do our parents.  Strangely, it felt almost as though we were taking

Happy 38th, Marc!

On this day 38 years ago, I married a sweet, kind and very handsome young man. Thirty-eight years later, this handsome man still makes my heart skip a beat, and continues to make me feel like I am the only woman he sees. I love you, Marc. Let's go for another thirty-eight! xoxo

 

Good News for Authors...Or Is It?

The Plot Twist: E-Book Sales Slip, and Print Is Far From Dead


To read this great article by ALEXANDRA ALTER, click on this link:

http://www.nytimes.com/2015/09/23/business/media/the-plot-twist-e-book-sales-slip-and-print-is-far-from-dead.html?smid=fb-nytimes&smtyp=cur&_r=1


 

Bienvenue!

Bonjour les amis!

Ceci est un court message pour souhaiter la bienvenue à nos ami(e)s de la France!  Malheureusement, je n'ai pas souvent la chance de pratiquer mon français, mais je voulais tout de même prendre un moment pour vous saluer!

En espérant que vous passerez souvent nous visiter!




Let's send out a big welcome to our French readers!  Hopefully, they'll stop by and visit us often!

Lise

Enquiring Minds Want To Know...

Hello friends,

I've received several requests to post the correct order of my last series, titled 'Safe In His Arms.'

Each of these books can be read as stand-alones, but the three-book series is meant to be read in the following order:

Book 1:    "You're Still Mine"

Synopsis: 
When abuse victim Meg learns that her ex-husband is being released from prison, she runs.  To stay would be to sign her own death warrant.  Meg starts her life anew in Elmsmere, Virginia where she

In Between Chapters...

Hello friends,

If you wonder what I do when I'm not working on my latest novel, "A Kindness Returned," I thought I'd give you an example of how I stay out of trouble. 

After brining my turkey drumsticks and wings for 24 hours, today we smoked them in our trusty smoker

We could not have asked for better results.  The colour was great, the taste even better!

Lise

"A Kindness Returned"

Happy Tuesday, friends!

A busy day is in store for me today.  I started my morning by preparing a brine for two turkey drumsticks and four turkey wings which I will attempt to smoke in the nifty smoker we purchased when we were in Texas a couple years back. This brine is similar to the one I use to brine my turkey at Christmastime. For those of you who've never tried brining their turkey before cooking it, you

IT'S HERE!

Hello, friends!

Guess what just arrived at my door?  Yes, you've got it!  The UPS guy just delivered my copy of "LOOK BEHIND YOU."  And it looks great! 

So spread the word to all lovers of paperbacks!  You, too, can have your very own copy.  It is available on AMAZON worldwide!

Have a great week, and read a book!

Lise

 

"You're Still Mine" - A Small Sampling...

Hello, friends!

On this lovely, sunny Canadian day, I wanted to post a sampling of the first novel in my "Safe In His Arms" series:  "You're Still Mine."  If you are like so many other readers, I'm sure you'll enjoy it and will want to visit Amazon to buy the book (digital: $4.49 CDN)!

Lise


EXCERPT:

This couldn't be happening! She'd been assured by the Courts that he would serve a minimum five years, yet here he was walking the streets - or soon would be - following a paltry three and a half years in federal prison!

On the very day he was found guilty by a jury of his peers, Meg had registered with SAVIN, the Statewide Automated Victim Information and Notification program, hence the automated message which had greeted her this morning informing her that her ex-husband, the man who'd nearly taken her life, the man who'd instilled in her a fear of men in general, was to be released this coming Monday.

 

In her estimation, she had three days to come up with a solid plan to get herself away from this town, away from him if she had any hope of saving herself. Meg wasn't one

A little fun...

Hello, friends!

Yesterday, I decided I needed a new jacket photo for my future novels.  In all honesty, the photo on the back of my first four novels is slightly outdated (5 years old!).  So I asked my husband to take the pictures, layered on the make-up, found a couple different tops to try out for the pictures, and the photo session was on!

In the end, I went with the black top, only because I appear to be more serious in the picture.  I will post both pictures, and you can be the judge! 

Tell me what you think!  Which picture should I use as my new jacket photo?

Enjoy your day, and read a book!

Lise

FREE TODAY ONLY!

Hello, friends!

I wanted to remind you about my HUGE GIVEAWAY today, September 15 only! 

On Amazon, you will be able to download the digital version of 'INCOMPLETE DELUSION' for absolutely nothing!  You will save $3.99. 

So hurry and pick up your copy today!  This giveaway is only on until midnight tonight!

Lise

FREE! FREE! FREE!

FREE Tuesday, Sept. 15 ONLY! 
Digital version of "INCOMPLETE DELUSION." You save $3.99 CDN! Go to http://www.amazon.ca/Incomplete-Delusion-Lise…/…/ref=sr_1_1… Just download novel to your Kindle LIBRARY!

(See SYNOPSIS below)
 

 

 

COVER artwork by my daughter, Nathalie, at https://www.facebook.com/Misfit-Customs-Inc-204530389757335/timeline/

 

Incomplete Delusion

When a nasty breakup threatens to unhinge her, Sarah Crawford makes a fresh start.  She leaves New York and her old life behind, and never looks back.  Sarah could not be happier in the quaint town of Braden, Virginia, but just as she begins to feel comfortable in her country home,  frightening incidents threaten to upend her life.  She cannot comprehend why anyone would wish her harm here, where everyone is a stranger to her...Sam has worked in law enforcement in Braden for the past four years, a town which has known, for the most part, only peace and quiet.  Until, that is, Sarah Crawford darkens his door, claiming someone is out to harm her.  Sam, though skeptical at first, does what he does best, and vows to keep Sarah safe from the unknown predator shadowing her every move.  But no one could have predicted how far this madman would go to claim what he truly believes is his.

Never Read a Romance Novel? Grow Up!

          

The categorical dismissal of the most-read genre in the world reveals ignorance, not intellectual superiority

By Kristan Higgins |          

Aug 14, 2015    

 

A few years ago, I was invited to a writing conference at Mount Holyoke College. There were romance writers there—me, Judith Arnold, and Linda Cardillo. The other writers were mostly poets and memoirists, and there were a few well-known novelists. The keynote speaker was Andre Dubus III. In his address, he described the typical romance reader as “some woman reading a schlocky romance novel while simultaneously watching soap operas and eating.”

 

During the q&a period, Judith (a friend of mine) asked Dubus about his knowledge of romance
books. He admitted he’d never read one. Most people who criticize romance haven’t, she countered. Dubus said he was put off by “those cheesy covers with Fabio” and went on to apologize—and change the subject.

Reaping The Rewards...

Hello, friends!

It has been raining for two days straight here in Lanark, Ontario (Canada), but you'll get no complaints from me.  My garden was starting to look pretty dry.

Yesterday, I did some canning (preserving)...all day!  Love this time of year!  It's when you can take all the lovely vegetables you and Mother Nature have worked so hard to grow, and turn them into all kinds of yummy foods for the coming winter. 

So far, I've canned blueberry jam, three kinds of pickles, marinara sauce, tomato juice, rotel-type tomatoes, spaghetti sauce, salsa, green relish and pickled turnips.  Still to come are my husband's favourite:  Pickled beets.

Just for the fun of it, I am including a picture of what I have so far...

 



Do you do any pickling/canning/preserving?  If yes, what are your favourites?  If you have a recipe or

Just a taste...

Hello, friends!

On this lovely Saturday, I wanted to share a small sampling of what you'll find in my latest release, "LOOK BEHIND YOU."  I really hope you enjoy this novel!

... His favourite technique remained cutting them open while they were still alive and staring them in the eye, knowing they were about to breathe their last. It was a powerful feeling unsurpassed by any other ...

 

 

Have a great weekend, and read a book!

Lise

 

"You're Still Mine" Book 1, 'Safe In His Arms' Series

Hello, friends!

Are you familiar with this novel?  If not, here is the synopsis:


When abuse victim Meg learns that her ex-husband is being released from prison, she runs.  To stay would be to sign her own death warrant.  Meg starts her life anew in Elmsmere, Virginia where she meets Cam, a handsome, successful horse breeder.  Their mutual attraction grows into a caring, loving relationship, but just as she begins to believe she might have a chance at happiness, Meg hears from the one person whose plans for her have nothing to do with happy ever after.


So if you are looking for an exciting book to read this weekend, why not give it a try!

Have a great weekend!

Lise

Good reading!

Hello, friends, old and new!

Are you looking for a riveting, exciting romantic suspense thriller to read now that the children have gone back to school and you think you just might have a few minutes to yourself?  If yes, have a look at my Amazon page (link below) for some excellent choices! 

If you're a romantic, just like me, then you'll love these!

http://www.amazon.ca/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_1?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=lise+guilbault



Have a great evening, and read a book!


Lise

Thank you!

Hello friends,

Just a quick post today.  Marc and I have just returned from his mom's 83rd birthday lunch.  We had a great day.  Lunch, a swim in the pool, then lazing around in the shade.  I can say it would have been much more pleasant had it been a little cooler.  Temperature hit 40 degrees Celsius today (104 Farenheit)!  Hopefully things will cool down before we call it a day and head to bed.

In this post, I want to thank those of you who went out and purchased "Look Behind You" or one of the other two novels in the 'Safe In His Arms' series.  I am pleased to report that my author sales rank has shot up to the top one-fifth of all Amazon authors.  Now, you may not think that's all that great, but I can tell you, considering there are over 500,000 authors selling on Amazon, to be within the top one-fifth is a pretty big deal!  So pat yourselves on the back, and know that I appreciate each and every one of you!

Lise

"LOOK BEHIND YOU" (paperback) AVAILABLE IN CANADA!

HEAR YE, HEAR YE, HEAR YE!!! I am so happy to (finally!) let you know that the PAPERBACK version of "LOOK BEHIND YOU" is now available in CANADA! Yippee!!!

 I hate that it always takes longer than everywhere else in the world, and I apologize for that. Unfortunately, it is beyond my control. If you wish to purchase a copy, please go to AMAZON at: http://www.amazon.ca/Look-Behind-You/…/ref=sr_1_1_twi_pap_2…
(Please note, the price is set by the paperback distributors, based on the size of the book. This novel has 354 pages.)

It's a beautiful day!

Hello, friends!   Bonjour, les ami(e)s!  Buenos dias, amigos/amigas!  (Sorry, that's about it for me!)

Pardon my silliness on this beautiful late summer day.  I don't know what the weather is like where you are, but here it is absolutely perfect, if just a wee bit humid.  As Canadians, we know better than to complain, though!  Soon enough, we'll be shoveling the white stuff!

Have you had time to read a book this weekend?  Or to even start one?  I was scrolling through my Facebook friends list, and thought a few of these authors might be familiar to you.  My favourite authors are Lisa Jackson, her sister, Nancy Bush, Joy Fielding, Sabrina Jeffries, Mary Balogh, Christina Dodd, Sandra Brown, Lisa Kleypas (regency only) and Karen Rose, to name just a few.

Do you have a favourite, or favourites?  If so, why not share...

Enjoy the rest of this long weekend.  I know I will!

Take care, and read a book!

Lise

Exciting new novel...

Hello, friends!

I would like to share with you my current project.  After releasing "Look Behind You," I had committed to working in my garden, doing some catch-up canning and maybe reading a book or two (someone else's!).  But I am now convinced that writing is addictive and that I have fallen prey to the writing bug. 

Of course, I did not put aside all my planned projects.  I worked in the garden (a bit...), canned some pickles, made blueberry jam and marinara sauce, then ran back to my office to start work on my next novel!

Marc, being the best husband in the world, makes my breakfast and lunch when I forget (which is on most days!), does the dishes, not to mention the myriad other things he does to keep this house

FREE BOOK...JUST FOR YOU!

Hello, friends!

I have great news to share with you!  Starting at midnight tonight, and throughout the day tomorrow, September 5, Book 1 from my 'Safe In His Arms' series, "YOU'RE STILL MINE" will be FREE!   Yes, FREE, a savings of $4.49!

So watch the clock, mark your calendars, set your alarm...whatever you need to do to remember to download your FREE digital version of "YOU'RE STILL MINE."

One of my favourite things to do is to give away free ebooks!  Unfortunately,  I can't do it all the time, but whenever the mood takes me, you'll be the first to know!  So check in often!...It could happen anytime!

Have a great weekend, and read a book (preferably one of mine!  LOL)

Lise

Love this quote!  (Reposted by F. Scozzari) :

"Reading is the sole means by which we slip involuntarily, often helplessly, into another's skin.." —Joyce Carol Oates -

 

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New Release by Lise!

Have you purchased my latest release?  Let's help spread the word! 

A few things you'll need to know first:

This is a three-book series.  The series itself is called 'Safe In His Arms.'

BOOK 1:  "You're Still Mine" is choc full of romance, touches deeply on the pain of abuse and learning to trust again in order to find true happiness.  A powerful topic with an exciting conclusion.

BOOK 2:  "You're Not His" deals with the consequences of envy, the dangers of jealousy and, finally, in the midst of chaos, opening up your heart to find a new, satisfying love.

BOOK 3:  "Look Behind You" introduces my strongest female character yet, a woman who dares strike out on her own to start a business predominantly run by men.  When danger enters her life, she learns the true meaning of trust, and learns to open her heart enough to allow another in.

Article Announcing New Novel Release...

Local author to release third book in series Aug. 31
            

                                                          

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Perth Courier

               

By Laurie Weir
                                                     

“No doubt about it, killing is a dirty business, he mused, as he cleaned up after his latest victim. A meaningful kill, in his opinion, had to result in a bloody mess. The bloodier, the better. Otherwise, it meant he had let himself down, had rushed things. And he never rushed a kill. Ever.”
 — Excerpt from local author, Lise Guilbault’s latest novel, Look Behind You.
                       

Lise Guilbault admits she’s a romantic at heart, and that’s one of the many reasons she’s taken to writing novels of this genre. But there is a twist – she likes a good suspense, so she’s added some creeps to her books. All of her novels are romantic suspense/thrillers.                         

My books are psychological thrillers, though, not of the horror type. No monsters for me; just creeps! Author Lise Guilbault

“I guess I would say I'm a romantic at heart, but romance is just not enough for me. I need some thrills and chills to go along with the happy-ever-after,” she writes in an email exchange with this newspaper. “My books are psychological thrillers, though, not of the horror type. No monsters for me; just creeps!”
                       

Her novel, You're Still Mine is the first in the 'Safe In His Arms' series. This novel deals with

How to survive a relationship with a writer...

Happy as a clam!

Hello, friends!

As you know, "Look Behind You" was officially released yesterday.  So as of today, it is available everywhere, worldwide, in both digital and paperback formats.

Well, this morning I awoke to an e-mail from Amazon inviting me to allow them to post news of my new release to 'Amazon Follow.'  This forum is an Invitation-Only feature, so  I feel honoured to have been invited and look forward to getting to know a bunch of new followers!

To those who are already following me, have you read books 1 and 2 from the 'Safe In His Arms' series?  If not, why not visit your Amazon webpage, type LISE GUILBAULT in the Search field, and