Welcome to Georgia, where Mother Nature can’t decide which season we should be in. Two weeks ago, it was summertime. I was out walking the dog in shorts and a tank top.
No seriously. I was.
Now the weather has turned colder, with a high today in the mid 40’s F and Monday night’s temperature is predicted to be around 12 F.
You read that correctly. 12 degrees Fahrenheit! With snow and freezing rain. My body can’t shift that fast. I can get accustomed to the cold. We lived in the North and in Wyoming for years. And I can get accustomed to the heat. We lived in the desert Southwest for a while. And freezing rain is total crap. I don’t mind a little snow once in a while. But freezing rain is a whole other story.
The good news is that it seems like a good time to catch up on a few things. Crocheting, knitting, and that TBR stack I’ve been chiseling away at. And let’s not forget the editing.
My alter ego, Sultonna Nadine, is still busy editing Lady Calloway. With any luck, she’ll be able to have it out to you by mid-summer. That is if she ever gets the cover art sorted…
At an rate, if you’re going to be affected by this winter storm, go stock up on some reading material. My Gambler’s Folly series can be good for heating up your evening, with some hunky shifters and feisty women. Or there’s Esperance, where a little Talent might just give your love life a little boost.
Take care out there with this crazy stuff headed in for the winter. Stay safe and warm.
I don’t know about you, but a lot of times I read to escape from the world around me. All that hectic stuff that drives me to drink–coffee mostly… Though I wouldn’t say no to a nice sauvignon blanc.
If escape is your quest, come on over to my page and find something to take you away, whether it is a fantasy world with hunky shifters, A world full of psychic powers, mischief, and romance, or alternate reality with elemental magic.
We’ve got you covered!
Come sit for a spell and find your next favorite book!
Whether you go with Mellie Miller or Sultonna Nadine, we won’t let you down.
Did everyone survive the holidays? It was little crazy around here, but we’re all present and accounted for.
So what were you reading last year? It seems I read way more than I thought I had.
What are you starting your reading year with?
If you haven’t finished one of my series yet, from now until January 10 all of my series ebooks are on sale over at Books2Read. Well, everything but Old Flame, which is available through Kindle Unlimited! So you can complete either series for only $0.99 per book! It’s hard to beat that price.
Just go over to Books2Read and pick the series you’re looking for. And then click on the book you need to find the buy links. It’s that simple.
Looking for my alter ego, Sultonna? She’s over there, too, with books for sale. If you need a little more magic in your life, go on over and choose from alternate reality, magical flat mates, or paranormal goings on in the American Rockies.
Start your New Year with a little magic and romance. Maybe a little fantasy and intrigue, too.
We’re in the middle of the winter holiday season, and if you’re like a lot of us, you need a break from reality. So come on over to Books2Read for a sale on all my books listed there. The first three books from Gambler’s Folly and all four books from Esperance are included in this sale.
Whether you love shifters or paranormal abilities–or both–go on over to Books2Read and choose your next read today! You can also check out the books from my alter ego, Sultonna Nadine while you’re there. Magical alternate reality, genies, and mysterious desert secrets all waiting for you.
And the best part? Each of my books is priced at only $0.99 each!
So go over and choose your adventure for the evening. Take a break from the chaos. I suggest a cup or glass of your favorite beverage, a nice fire, and a cat or dog or two. Sink into that comfy chair and slip into a fantasy world with me.
Yes, my alter ego and I are in the news with Master of the Fleet and Old Flame! What are they saying about us?
Master of the Fleet Old Flame A romantic fantasy where a powerful wind-wielder and a fiercely independent woman are bound by a magical blood oath in an alternate America shaped by elemental magic.
Old Flame A second-chance, friends-to-lovers shifter romance where a billionaire bear shifter and a widowed Reiki master reunite and find an unexpected spark decades after college.
“Sultonna Nadine’s elegant writing and imaginative craftsmanship shine throughout the novel. Her ability to merge fantasy elements with intimate emotional stakes creates a memorable story that lingers long after the final page.”
For fans of romantic fantasy, magical kingdoms, and character-driven tales, Sultonna Nadine’s books offer compelling blends of court intrigue, slow-burn romance, and richly atmospheric storytelling where love becomes the most powerful force of all.
Come on over to AllAuthor and find out. Read the new interview I had with the people over at All Author recently and see where I come from, how my process works, and how my past experiences work into my writing.
Where can you find it?
At All Author’s Author Mellie Miller Interview! Find out all the details about my past, my present, my writing and interests.
And watch for holiday sales on my books later this week.
For the next week, OLD FLAME will be on sale at Amazon for only $0.99! So if you haven’t read this yet, go grab a copy while it’s on sale!
Old Flame. A second chance, slow burn, shifter romance set on the fantasy world of Gambler’s Folly. Two people who were friends years ago unexpectedly meet again and though they weren’t romantically inclined before, the sparks begin to fly.
Will they reach out and take this second chance gamble on love?
Why don’t I let someone else give you the low down?
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“Author Mellie Miller invites readers back into the enchanting world of Gambler’s Folly with Old Flame, the newest addition to her fantasy romance series blending shifter lore, emotional healing, and unexpected second chances. The novel follows two characters who built separate lives marked by loss, growth, and quiet longing, only to discover that destiny has not forgotten them.
Kort Behrens, a bear shifter and billionaire businessman, has spent years believing love simply isn’t meant for him. Two marriages ended in disappointment, and too many encounters with women more interested in his wealth than his heart have left him wary and guarded. Behind his success lies a man who has accepted solitude as his future, convinced that genuine love is a chapter he will never experience again.
Elizabeth Murphy, a once-devoted wife turned widow, has spent the last four years rebuilding her life with compassion and purpose. Immersed in her Reiki practice and the comforting companionship of her cat, Puzzle, she has carved out stability while quietly carrying the ache of a marriage that, despite lasting nearly three decades, never fulfilled her desire for deeper romantic and physical connection. The idea of dating again feels impossible, if not unnecessary.
Decades earlier, Kort and Elizabeth were simply friends—two young adults navigating university life with no romantic spark between them. After graduation, they drifted into separate worlds, neither imagining their paths would ever cross again. But fate intervenes aboard a journey to Gambler’s Folly, the mystical realm where chance, destiny, and desire often weave together in surprising ways Their unexpected reunion ignites a spark neither felt thirty years ago. What begins as warm nostalgia soon grows into an undeniable connection, forcing both to confront old insecurities and long- held fears. For Kort, it is the realization that love may still be possible with someone who sees beyond his wealth. For Elizabeth, it is the discovery that passion and emotional intimacy can coexist in a single connection—something she has never experienced.
As Gambler’s Folly subtly nudges their lives together, Kort and Elizabeth must decide whether to embrace this rare second chance or retreat into the safety of solitude. Miller enriches their journey with themes of healing, self-worth, rekindled friendship, and the unexpected ways love can rewrite the stories we thought were finished.
With its blend of fantasy, shifter romance, emotional depth, and slow-burn tension, Old Flame continues the series’ signature approach to exploring love through the lens of fate and personal transformation. Fans of the Gambler’s Folly universe will appreciate the familiar magic of the world while discovering a relationship built on maturity, vulnerability, and the quiet power of rediscovered connection.
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So, what do you think? Are you ready to take a chance on love with Kort and Liz? Do you love a sensual, slow burn romance? Come to Gambler’s Folly and feel the heat as these two decide whether or not love is worth the gamble.
Old Flame is beginning to get a little attention, mainly on Goodreads.
So what are people saying? Take a look!
“This was my September pick in Clara’s private book club, and what a ride it was. Kort, with his commanding presence, could have easily become a caricature of the billionaire hero, but instead he came across as deeply human lonely, funny, and just a little lost. Liz, cautious but brave, was the perfect counterbalance…This story isn’t just about rekindled romance; it’s about finding safety, trust, and a second chance when you least expect it.”
“Old Flame has such a comforting yet adventurous vibe. The reunion between Kort Behrens and Liz Murphy felt tender, nostalgic, and at times surprisingly witty. Their banter reminded me of friendships you slip back into after decades apart.”
“I absolutely adored Old Flame! Kort and Elizabeth’s story melted my heart. You can feel their history and chemistry from the first moment they see each other again. Mellie Miller did an amazing job blending real, mature love with the fantasy elements of Gambler’s Folly. Kort being a billionaire and a bear shifter? Yes, please! 🐻✨ It’s sensual, but also full of warmth and emotional depth.”
What are you waiting for? Come join their story on Gambler’s Folly,. Or choose one of the previous romances on this crazy, fantasy world. You know, that world where every love story is a gamble, and Fate always deals the final hand. (And there’s often a wild card involved.)
