Maggie is one of my fellow Wild Rose Press authors, and we're both very happy with WRP (I've been with them since 2010). Meet Maggie here and check out her new Regency romance, released in May.
About Maggie:
Maggie began her love affair with romance before her teen years, drawn to the Regency by her mum’s British influence. In her twenties, she did her best to live the Carrie Bradshaw life in New York City, albeit with less expensive shoes and more books.
Despite reading hundreds of romance novels in her life, she was still blown away when she met the love of her life, an ex-Marine cinnamon roll with creative woodworking and culinary skills.
Having retired from corporate life, they live in Central Texas and are parents to a varying number of dogs and cats. When not writing, Maggie is a wine enthusiast, a travel junkie, and a romance reading fiend. She also sporadically crochets for KnotsofLove.org and does just enough exercise for that second glass of wine at night.
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An Additional Note From Maggie:
I would love to talk about all things romance, wine, and travel with readers, and to introduce everyone to my world. The deliciously steamy Regency series centers around a unique finishing school where young women learn to take their future and their pleasure in their own hands. Sophia's Schooling , Book 1 of the School of Enlightenment is out, and Book 2 releases October 19. To get an early glimpse of this world, sign up for my newsletter and get a free prequel.
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About SOPHIA'S SCHOOLING
1816 - London
Orphaned at eighteen, Sophia has learned love means loss. Now she must leave her country home to navigate the opulence of the London Season, although she has no desire for romance or a husband.
Edward, the newest Earl of Peterborough, is struggling with the business of his family estate. He has shunned marriage due to a shameful secret, but with his title comes the need for heirs.
Despite their misgivings, Sophia and Edward cannot resist their attraction. When she accidentally discovers his penchant for spankings, her curiosity is her undoing. A clandestine meeting risks a scandal. Only marriage to a reluctant bridegroom can save her reputation. But perhaps the School of Enlightenment can give her an education in love.
Excerpt:
An innocent country girl...a jaded earl...an education in pleasure.
Edward gave a mental snort. “You continue to disobey orders.”
Sophia groaned in frustration, probably suspecting where his statement was leading. “I’m very sorry.” She sucked in a breath. “I shan’t do it again. As I came out alone, I thought it would be safe.” She sent him a sidelong glance. “Is this a punishable offense, my lord?”
Perfect. She knew she was wrong. She saw what was coming. Her side-eyed glance told him she mayhap even invited it. Who was he to refuse a girl a spanking?
He took a deep breath, wishing… No. She’s not mine to covet. But she is mine to punish tonight.
His eyes shuttered as he considered. Was he taking advantage of her naiveté about Ton rules? He knew she’d enjoyed the last punishment and could not deny either of their desires. He almost heard the turn of the key as his conscience was again locked away.
He pushed, “We have been over this, Sophia. Punishment is an important learning tool. Hopefully, it shall be an incentive for you to obey specific directions in the future.”
Frustrated, she crossed her gloved arms. “Darn it. My feet hurt so much. I did not anticipate my bottom becoming sore, too. I shan’t be able to sit or stand comfortably.”
That wasn’t a no.
