This is Ink & Intrigue—the blog where romance ignites, secrets simmer, and every love story hides a twist. I’m your blog host, Sheila Kell, romance author and lover of plot twists, slow burns, and morally questionable book boyfriends. Today, I’m thrilled to introduce you to an author whose stories captivate the heart—Meryl Brown Tobin! If you love multi-layered romantic suspense, you’re in for a treat.

Hello Fabulous Readers! I'm thrilled to share a new milestone in my author journey—I'm introducing guest authors to my platform! To celebrate this new chapter, I've decided to name my blog Ink & Intrigue—where romance ignites, secrets simmer, and every chapter promises a plot twist. I think it captures the essence of creativity and compelling storytelling. What do you think?

Hello Fabulous Readers! As authors, our goal is to evoke emotions when you read our books. If a scene is meant to be humorous, we hope to make you laugh. If it’s extremely sad, we want to move you to tears. We know—it sounds a bit mean of us, doesn’t it? Did you know that we sometimes cry while writing scenes because we put so much emotion into them?

Hello Fabulous Readers! First, I want to inform you that I will post regularly - my posts will be on Wednesdays, and Saturdays will feature guest authors beginning August 9th. I'm excited to bring my world to you weekly, along with introducing you to other authors. Second, this post is about how I name my characters, so let me get to it.

Hello Fabulous Readers! Today, I invite you to join me on an exciting journey as I delve into my first steps as an Indie Author. You know, after hearing "no" from so many agents and publishers, I finally decided to give His Desire another shot. Originally, it had a different title, but honestly, I can’t even remember what it was. So, I went the self-publishing route.

Hello Fabulous Readers! I’m thrilled to announce that starting in August, I’ll be hosting a fantastic lineup of authors every Saturday! Get ready for engaging interviews where we’ll dive into their creative journeys, explore the intriguing characters they’ve brought to life, and uncover the stories behind their books. It's going to be a fun-filled series, and I can't wait to share these exciting conversations with you! Stay tuned for a literary adventure you won’t want to miss! Subscribe to my blog posts here. Until next time,

Hello Fabulous Readers! I am incredibly excited to share that I’ve partnered with the talented Shaun Michael Tyler to bring the remaining HIS novels to life as audiobooks! It's been a dream of mine to continue this beloved series, but my previous narrator no longer records. After exploring many voices, I was truly captivated by Shaun’s amazing talent. I can’t wait for you to experience the magic he’ll bring to these stories!

Hello Fabulous Readers! Did I capture your attention? It certainly pulled me in at 1:30 a.m. while I woke, ready to write "that" scene. Crafting a sex scene demands that I tap into the right mindset, as it reaches far beyond the mere physical act. It involves a rich tapestry of emotions, intimate expressions, and the dynamics of connection between the characters.

Hello Fabulous Readers, I wanted to let you know that Chasing Shadows at Dusk is FREE on Amazon from 7/9 to 7/13. You can download your copy here! In the fading light of dusk, Ash and Nettie's worlds collide. Will they be able to navigate the tumultuous waters of their conflicting loyalties to remain united, or will an unseen adversary manage to carry out their lethal mission against Nettie before they can?

Here is the cover you've been waiting to see! Pup's story - When Daylight Breaks - releases Sept 30 with this stunning cover. The photography by Paul Henry Serres makes this one of my favorites. This captivating romantic suspense novel brims with simmering tension, fiery passion, and electrifying moments of romance that will leave your heart racing. Kevin "Pup" Richards has devoted his entire young life to a singular passion: training dogs.

Hello Fabulous Readers! I’m excited to share that The Wild Rose Press is re-launching the HIS series with stunning new covers! Mark your calendars for July 2nd—the final book, His Fantasy, will be available then! It’s been an amazing journey, and I’m thrilled about the fresh direction the series is taking. I can’t wait for you all to experience it!

The Agents of HIS are back and ready for action! This year, we kicked things off with Casper's thrilling story, and now it's time to dive into Doc's adventure. Get ready for an unforgettable journey with Doc in Moonlight Exception! His world turns upside down when he meets a captivating doctor who saves his life. Their connection deepens, and when she finds herself in peril, Doc will stop at nothing to protect her.

I recently stumbled upon Cat TV on YouTube and began playing it on my computer for my cats. It's the perfect little escape for them since they watch me tap away at the keyboard all day. I typically keep YouTube minimized, but every now and then, I forget to hit the mute button. When that happens, they come sprinting in, curious and eager to see what birds and squirrels are in attendance.