Book Spotlight & Giveaway: The Forever Farmhouse by Lee Tobin McClain

Welcome to the Takeover + Review Blitz for The Forever Farmhouse by Lee Tobin McClain, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

ABOUT THE BOOK

Title: The Forever Farmhouse 

Series: Hometown Brothers #1 

Author: Lee Tobin McClain 

Publisher: HQN Books 

Release Date: September 6, 2022 

Genre: Sweet Contemporary Romance 

A Chesapeake island homecoming—and a life-changing discovery 

When Ryan Hastings first came to Teaberry Island, he was a troubled teen on his last chance. He’s returning as a renowned scientist, checking in on his widowed foster mother. But one thing hasn’t changed—Ryan’s feelings for the girl next door whom he loved…and left. Mellie Anderson has a son now, and a good life that Ryan believes he’s still too damaged to share. But he knows he can help young Alfie, who’s getting picked on at his new school. 

Mellie is grateful her gifted son is getting extra support, and torn about where it’s coming from. Ryan has no idea he’s Alfie’s father. No matter how valid her reasons were, could Ryan ever understand why she didn’t tell him? But in this close-knit community, friendship and forgiveness are always near at hand, and forever love might be waiting just next door. 

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EXCERPT FROM THE FOREVER FARMHOUSE

She’d never been much for fairy tales, but she’d let herself dream a little about Ryan. The glass slipper had broken when he’d found out about her deception, of course, but she’d half hoped it would be put back together last night.

Obviously, it hadn’t. Ryan was willing to be a dad, but not a prince.

She couldn’t blame him. Couldn’t be surprised, either, not really.

Girls like her never got the prince.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Lee Tobin McClain is the New York Times bestselling author of more than thirty novels. A professor-turned-writer, she finds inspiration in her beautiful and brilliant daughter, her goofy goldendoodle, and her aptly named cat, Trouble.

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

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TOUR GIVEAWAY

(1) winner will receive a print copy of The Forever Farmhouse, a cute tabletop farmhouse decor piece, and a $25 Amazon gift card!

Be sure to check out each stop on the tour for more chances to win. Full tour schedule linked below. Giveaway began at midnight September 6, 2022 and lasts through 11:59 PM EST on September 13, 2022. 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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Author Interview & Giveaway: Forever on the Bay by Lee Tobin McClain

 

Welcome to the Blog Tour for Forever on the Bay by Lee Tobin McClain, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

ABOUT THE BOOK

Title: Forever on the Bay 
Series: The Off Season #6
Author: Lee Tobin McClain
Publisher: HQN
Release Date: April 26, 2022
Genre: Contemporary Romance, Clean & Wholesome

Safe harbor and new beginnings await on the Chesapeake Bay… 

Pleasant Shores cop Evan Stone has worked hard to become a man of his word, overcoming the alcoholism that sent him down the wrong path in his youth. So when his late best friend’s sister asks for his help, he doesn’t hesitate. He promised he’d watch out for Cassie, and the cottage next to his will be a perfect short-term refuge for her and her dog. The other half of that promise—to stay away from Cassie romantically—is harder to keep. 

Sheltered for years because of a childhood illness, Cassie is ready to reach for what she wants. And despite her family’s warnings and her own fears, Cassie’s heart wants Evan. As the return of his estranged son puts his sobriety to the test, Cassie and Evan are drawn together, finding strength through what they’ve each weathered. She knows Evan would risk anything to protect her, but are they willing to risk the price of loving, now and forever?

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

 

Lee Tobin McClain is the New York Times bestselling author of more than thirty novels. A professor-turned-writer, she finds inspiration in her beautiful and brilliant daughter, her goofy goldendoodle, and her aptly named cat, Trouble. Learn more about her books at www.leetobinmcclain.com.

CONNECT WITH LEE: Website | Facebook | Instagram

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AUTHOR INTERVIEW

Q: What was the inspiration behind Forever on the Bay?

Lee: So many different inspirations! The Chesapeake Bay in all its beauty was primary. I also love the “best friend’s younger sister” trope, and I thought it would work perfectly for my hero, Evan Stone, a small town police officer from previous books in the series. My characters tend to have complicated histories. Evan has struggled with alcoholism. Cassie, the heroine, had a childhood illness that kept her somewhat isolated, which in turn made her a creative person—she makes dolls for children with chronic illnesses.

Q: How long did it take you to write this novel?

Lee: About three months, although the book was stewing in my head for quite awhile before I started writing.


Q: Do you have a favorite quote from this novel? 

Lee: Here’s a quote from early in the novel, and an image that shows what inspired it: I have a dog who loves adventures and stands up like a person, too!

Ace, her big apricot-colored labradoodle, jumped his front paws to the windowsill beside her, standing like a person to look out.

“We’re going on an adventure,” she whispered into Ace’s shaggy ear, and he nudged her with his nose as if to say he was excited, too.

Q: What do you hope readers take away from Forever on the Bay?

Lee: That it’s possible to overcome troubles and trauma in the past, build a new life, and find love.

 

Q: Would you share something about yourself that most readers would not know?

Lee: Even though I write about the Chesapeake Bay, I suffer from motion sickness, so I’m very cautious about taking a boat trip as research.


Q: What are you reading now?

Lee: The Widows of Malabar Hill by Sujata Massey. It’s the start of a new mystery series and takes place in 1920s India. It’s fascinating.


Q: How many bookcases are in your home?

Lee: Just three, but they’re overflowing.


Q: What do you like to do when you are not writing?

Lee: Walking my goldendoodle on local trails, spending time with my college-student daughter, and, of course, reading!

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TOUR GIVEAWAY

(1) winner will receive a copy of the first five books in The Off Season series and a $20 Amazon gift card!

 

Full tour schedule linked below. Giveaway began at midnight April 25, 2022 and will last through 11:59 PM EST on May 2, 2022. 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.

Giveaway is subject to the policies found here.

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Author Interview & Giveaway: First Kiss at Christmas by Lee Tobin McClain

 

Welcome to the Blog Tour for First Kiss at Christmas by Lee Tobin McClain, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

ABOUT THE BOOK

Title: First Kiss at Christmas 
Series: The Off Season #5
Author: Lee Tobin McClain
Publisher: HQN
Release Date: October 26, 2021
Genre: Clean Contemporary Romance

At 25 years old, preschool teacher Kayla Harris is embarrassed to admit she's never been kissed. When Tony DiNunzio and his grieving nephew show up in her classroom, she can't help being drawn to both of them. If only her insecurities-and his guilt over his sister's death-would stop standing in their way. 

As Christmas approaches, can these three come together to form a family... not just for the holidays, but forever?

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

 

Lee Tobin McClain is the New York Times bestselling author of more than thirty novels. A professor-turned-writer, she finds inspiration in her beautiful and brilliant daughter, her goofy goldendoodle, and her aptly named cat, Trouble. Learn more about her books at www.leetobinmcclain.com.

CONNECT WITH LEE: Website | Facebook | Instagram

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AUTHOR INTERVIEW WITH LEE TOBIN MCCLAIN 

Q: What was the inspiration behind First Kiss at Christmas? 

Lee: I have always loved preschool kids and classrooms, so when a preschool teacher appeared as a secondary character in a couple of the previous books in the series, I knew I wanted to give her a story of her own. She was just the right match for my world-weary veteran hero and his grieving nephew.

Q: How long did it take you to write this novel? 

Lee: Four months of writing; a lot of thinking before that to dream up the main ideas and plot points.


Q: Do you have a favorite quote from this novel? 

Lee: “Tonight, in this fairy tale world, he could do what his heart wanted to do. He leaned closer and pressed his lips to hers.”

Q: What do you hope readers take away from First Kiss at Christmas? 

Lee: I want my readers to like they’ve escaped from their problems and visited a place where there’s always a happy ending.


Q: Would you share something about yourself that most readers would not know? 

Lee:I have travelled to China twice. Once to adopt my wonderful daughter, and once to take her back to visit her birthplace. What a beautiful, complex country!

Q: What are you reading now? 

Lee: I just finished Belle Calhoune’s No Ordinary Christmas, and now I’m reading Susan Mallery’s The Christmas Wedding Guest. Both are fabulous!

 

Q: How many bookcases are in your home? 

Lee: I went through a minimalist phase and got down to two big bookcases. Now they’re overflowing, because even though I try to use the library, I can’t resist buying books!

Q: What do you like to do when you are not writing? 

Lee: I love to get outside and hike with friends and my goofy goldendoodle.

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TOUR GIVEAWAY

(1) winner will receive a copy of the first four books in The Off Season series, a Christmas ornament, and a $10 Amazon gift card!

 

Full tour schedule linked below. Giveaway began at midnight October 26, 2021 and will last through 11:59 PM EST on November 2, 2021. 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.

Giveaway is subject to the policies found here.

ENTER GIVEAWAY HERE

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