Book Spotlight: Winning Over the Baker by Danielle Thorne

Welcome to the Takeover + Review Blitz for Winning Over the Baker by Danielle Thorne hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

About the Book

 

Title: Winning Over the Baker 

Author: Danielle Thorne 

Publisher: Love Inspired 

Release Date: April 29, 2025 

Genre: Inspirational Romance

Can this single mom have it all

Without losing her heart? 

Just when Tam Rochester’s dreams of expanding her herb shop and being able to support her daughter are finally coming true, Patrick Butler arrives in town. She wasn’t counting on the single dad’s plans for a bakery right across the street or the competition it’ll bring. Tam’s not afraid to fight for her future, but going toe-to-toe with Patrick would be easier if she didn’t adore his kids—and if she could just ignore her growing feelings for the too-talented baker…

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Excerpt

Footfalls approached the other side of the door, and Tam stepped back with a smile. When it opened, she was greeted by Patrick Butler, instead of her business acquaintance.

Light green eyes made a striking contrast against his dark hair and olive complexion, and his cropped, wavy locks lay mussed in a charming way. A giant, well-fed ginger striped cat was curled up in the crook of one of his arms. It looked like it could take down a gazelle. “Oh. Hi, again. I thought... Is Donna here?” she stammered.

“Good morning to you. ” His jeans were dusted with white powder and his shirt sleeves rolled up. “Donna already headed over to the bakery. Can I help you?”

Tam flushed with guilt. “Um, no.” She couldn’t admit she’d come to ask about the peaches behind his back.

The ginger cat yawned lazily, and Tam gaped at the mouth full of sharp teeth. The saber-toothed tiger’s owner looked at her in curiosity as a second cat, a Siamese kitten, strolled up and rubbed against his ankle. “Nice fur babies,” Tam said, trying to figure out how to get peaches and avoid any contact with the cats. “I didn’t know Donna had animals.”

“They’re mine. They’re Butlers, too.”

“Interesting name.” He didn’t look like a butler. Her pulse skipped when he leaned one thick shoulder against the door.

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About the Author

Danielle Thorne writes from south of Atlanta, Georgia, for Harlequin's Love Inspired books. She is the author of sweet, romantic adventures, both historical and contemporary.

Danielle has also published poetry and short stories as well as non-fiction for young adult readers. She' s a graduate of Ricks College and BYU-Idaho with degrees in the Science and Humanities and University Studies. A mother of four and grandmother of two, Danielle's been married for over 30 years to Robert Thorne, and together, they enjoy traveling and serving in their church and community.

Connect with Danielle by visiting daniellethorne.com to follow her on social media or subscribe to email newsletter updates.

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Tour Giveaway

(1) winner will receive a signed copy of Winning Over the Baker, $25 Barnes & Noble gift card, Twinings Peach & Orange Herbal Tea, tea bag holder, stickers, and a bookmark!

Be sure to check out each stop on the tour for more chances to win. Full tour schedule linked below. Giveaway began at midnight April 30, 2025 and lasts through 11:59 PM EST on May 7, 2025. Winner will be notified within 2 weeks of close of the giveaway and given 48 hours to respond or risk forfeiture of prize. US only. Void where prohibited by law or logistics.

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Book Spotlight: The Doctor's Christmas Dilemma

Welcome to the Blog Tour for The Doctor's Christmas Dilemma by Danielle Thorne, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

About the Book

Title: The Doctor's Christmas Dilemma 
Author: Danielle Thorne
Publisher: Love Inspired
Release Date: October 24th, 2023
Genre: Inspirational Romance

Home for the holidays… 

 

Or home for good? 

 

Once upon a time, Ben Cooper left his hometown to follow his dreams of becoming a big-city doctor. Now he’s back to run his father’s clinic and spend Christmas with his daughter, not to fall for McKenzie Price, the woman who broke his heart. But when McKenzie steps in to help Ben reconnect with his little girl, and old sparks begin to ignite, will Ben give up city life for a second chance at love? 

 

From Love Inspired: Uplifting stories of faith, forgiveness and hope.

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Excerpt

“I don’t understand you,” blustered McKenzie. “You asked me to go to college with you in front of the whole band.”

“So?” Ben interrupted.

“It took a lot of nerve. You opened yourself up to rejection, jeers.”

“And you rejected me,” he blurted. There was no bitterness in his tone, no blame, but McKenzie wondered if she heard something else—a morsel of lingering regret—the same regret that’d been suffocating her since he’d come back to town.

They stared at one another, and his eyes became dark and deep. There were red highlights in his lashes, and it took McKenzie back to the flashing tangerine-brown hair of his childhood. It’d been a beautiful earthy shade that reminded her of red-gold summer sunsets. His colors, inside and out, made her happy. Made her smile. Like the Cardinal flowers that grew along the summer road sides, he’d flowered into a striking specimen, quiet but rugged with wider shoulders, a thicker throat, and a neckline that made her want to brush her fingers along its outline. This made her happy, too, and strangely achy. She swallowed and looked away.

“It was my fault, Ben,” McKenzie whispered. “I was scared. You were my best friend, and I didn’t want to lose that.

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About the Author

Danielle Thorne writes happily-ever-afters set in the South for Harlequin Love Inspired. A graduate of BYU-Idaho, she also writes stories about Regency ladies, pirates, and not-so-distressed damsels from her home south of Atlanta. Free time is filled with documentaries, too much yard work, and not enough travel. When not writing wholesome romances, Danielle hangs out with friends or chases cats. She enjoys the outdoors and serving in her church and community. Danielle's been married to the same fellow for thirty years, has four sons, four bonus daughters and two grandbabies. She loves them more than life.

Connect with Danielle by visiting daniellethorne.com to follow her on social media and sign up for email updates.

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Tour Giveaway

(1) winner will win an autographed print copy of The Doctor's Christmas Dilemma, a bookmark, and a $25 Amazon gift card!

Full tour schedule linked below. The giveaway begins at midnight November 7, 2023 and will last through 11:59 PM EST on November 14, 2023. Winner will be notified within 2 weeks of close of the giveaway and given 48 hours to respond or risk forfeiture of prize. US/CAN only. Void where prohibited by law or logistics.

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Book Spotlight: Valentine Gold by Danielle Thorne

Valentine Gold by Danielle Thorne

When Natalie Boyd inherits an old cabin in the north Georgia mountains, she thinks it could be the answer to all of her problems. She’s ready to start over after a heart-breaking divorce, and the cabin on the banks of a river once mined for gold is the perfect hideaway for her new, reclusive life.

No sooner does she settle in, and Natalie realizes that living in the shadow of Good Hope Mountain isn’t what she expected. Her new neighbor, Jonathan Wilby, has plans for his property as soon as winter’s over, and that means noise, traffic, and people. To make things worse, he’s drop-dead gorgeous and could charm the skin off a snake.

 Natalie braces herself to do battle over the land and to resist Wilby’s charms, but her healing heart, an incredible discovery, and unexpected friendships along the way bring a gold mine of change she never expected – and just in time for Valentine’s Day.

 

This story reels you in from the beginning. Natalie and Jonathan's story is relatable. The story was sweet and I couldn't put it down! I highly recommend this book!

I liked how the author went beyond a mere romance. A sweet romance that uplifts and helps you remember the nuances to falling in love. ❤


 

 

   

Author Danielle Thorne

Danielle Thorne is the author of classic romance and adventures in several genres. She loves Jane Austen, pirates, beaches, cookies, antiques, cats, dogs, and long naps. She does not like phone calls or sushi. A graduate of BYU-Idaho, Danielle saw early work published by Every Day Fiction, Arts and Prose Magazine, Mississippi Crow, The Nantahala Review, StorySouth, and… you get the idea. Besides writing, Danielle has edited for both Solstice and Desert Breeze Publishing. Her growing blog, The Balanced Writer, focuses on writing, life, and the pursuit of peace and happiness. Currently, Danielle freelances as a non-fiction author while waiting to hear from readers like you through her website. During free time, which means when Netflix is down, she combs through feedback and offers virtual hugs for reviews. Her next historical romance is coming soon.

 


 

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Turtle Soup by Danielle Thorne:

Sea turtles may be endangered but after an encounter with marine biologist, Jack Brandon, nothing will stop Sara Hart from naming her deli, Turtle Soup. When Jack takes a job at the Georgia Aquarium, Sara finds the environmental poster boy at her door, hungry and carrying a chip on his shoulder. Neither thinks the other has what it takes, until a scuba class reveals what lies beneath the surface.

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"You really think you're too good for anyone, don't you?" Sara's voice shook. "That you're some kind of celebrity because National Geographic made you their cover boy? Well let me tell you something, Jack. I don't need a world seal of approval to help me sleep at night. I don't need looks or money to buy me a circle of friends, and I don't need some beach bum telling me what I am."

Looking embarrassed, Jack dropped her hands. In a low voice, he said, "If that's who you think I am than you can leave."

"Thank you," Sara shouted, "I will!" She flung the door open on the way. The planner was still in the middle of the hallway, a few pages hanging out of it. She gave it a vicious kick, and it smacked into the wall. "That's what I think about you and your stupid foundation," she shouted over her shoulder. She kicked it again and again until pages scattered everywhere.

He was still watching from his office door, looking like he wanted to shove a sock in her mouth. All around the office, people sidled into range to see more. Satisfied she'd humiliated him, she took the stairs to the ground floor. She wanted to be exhausted when she walked out of the place. She wanted to feel so tired, she would never have the energy to come back.

  Author Danielle Thorne Danielle Thorne is the author of classic romance and adventure in several genres. She loves Jane Austen, pirates, beaches, cookies, antiques, cats, dogs, and long naps. She does not like phone calls or sushi. A graduate of Ricks College and BYU-Idaho, Danielle saw early work published by Every Day Fiction, Arts and Prose Magazine, Mississippi Crow, The Nantahala Review, StorySouth, and... you get the idea. Besides writing, she's edited for both Solstice and Desert Breeze Publishing. Her growing blog, The Balanced Writer, focuses on writing, life, and the pursuit of peace and happiness. Currently, Danielle freelances as a non-fiction author, copywriter, and editor, while waiting to hear from readers like you through her website. During free time, which means when Netflix is down, she combs through feedback and offers virtual hugs for reviews. Her next historical romance is coming soon. 
       

 Giveaway Details Ends 10/8/18 Open only to those who can legally enter, receive and use money sent via Paypal or gift codes via Amazon.com. Winning Entry will be verified prior to prize being awarded. No purchase necessary. You must be 18 or older to enter or have your parent enter for you. The winner will be chosen by rafflecopter and announced here as well as emailed and will have 48 hours to respond or a new winner will be chosen. This giveaway is in no way associated with Facebook, Twitter, Rafflecopter or any other entity unless otherwise specified. The number of eligible entries received determines the odds of winning. This giveaway was organized by Kathy from I Am A Reader and sponsored by the author. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED BY LAW.

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