• Book Release,  Contemporary

    Read Down at the Shore the new Women’s Fiction Romance by Karen Cino @karencino #RLFblog #WomensFiction #Romance #Mystery

    Read Down at the Shore the new #Women's Fiction Romance by Karen Cino @karencino #RLFblog #WomensFiction #Romance #Mystery

    Three woman share their past indiscretions and future dreams in Karen Cino's new women's fiction romance, Down at the Shore book 1 in the Five Beach Road Series.

    Karen Cino, welcome to Romance Lives Forever.

    I'm Kayelle Allen, author and owner of this blog. Happy to have you here! Please tell us about Down at the Shore.

    Down at the Shore by Karen Cino

    Genre Women's Fiction Romance

    Book heat level (based on movie ratings): PG 17

    Brooke Dascoli is in a relationship that's going nowhere. She moves into the beach house her grandmother left her at the Jersey Shore and forms a friendship with her neighbors, Flo Meadows and Jane Cummings. Flo carries around a huge secret that has haunted her since her first marriage and Jane is having a hard time dealing with a cheating husband who died shortly after their divorce. Together each woman shares their past indiscretions and future dreams, while dealing with loss, renewal and starting over.

    Why did you write this book?

    I love the summer and sitting on the beach down at the Jersey Shore. I also wanted to deal with the friendship between three unlikely women with different dreams and hidden secrets.

    What is your favorite genre to read?

    I enjoy reading romances, women's fiction, cozy mystery and thrillers.

    Who is your favorite character from fiction (not including your own)?

    I always go back to Lucky Santangelo. Jackie Collins created a three dimensional character that was an extremely independent woman who at times showed her vulnerability when it came to the men in her life.

    What are you working on at the moment?

    I'm working on a cozy mystery set on the Jersey Shore and writing book 2 to Down at the Shore.

    What books will we see from you in coming months?

    Coming soon will be Carousel Plaza. It's a women's fiction mystery romance. I so enjoy mixing the genres together.

    Where to buy Down at the Shore

    Publisher Mandolay Press

    Amazon https://www.amazon.com/Down-Shore-Five-Beach-Road/dp/B09HFXXNJQ/

    Karen Cino Social Media

    Karen Cino is a multi-published author who has been writing since she was fourteen years old. She started her career by writing poetry, short stories and writing articles for her high school newspaper. After reading Jackie Collin's Lovers and Gamblers and Jacqueline Susann's, Valley of the Dolls, Karen found her niche. Karen loves writing about local places that people can relate to.
    Karen loves the summer, loves the beach. Her previous books were written and took place in various locations in Staten Island. Her Cookie Cutter Cozy Mystery Series takes place at the New Jersey Shore.
    Karen is a member of Women's Fiction Writers Association and Sisters in Crime and Romance Writers of America.
    Karen has two adult children, Michael Giordano, singer, songwriter and producer, and Nicole Giordano who works in Retail Management and is also a photographer. In 2015 Karen moved to the Jersey Shore.
    Website http://karencino.com
    Blog http://karencinobooks.com
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  • Know the Hero,  Mystery

    Read the #Mystery Bridal Shop Chaos by Karen Cino @KarenCino #RLFblog #CozyMystery #Romance

    Read the #Mystery Bridal Shop Chaos by Karen Cino @KarenCino #RLFblog #CozyMystery Romance

    Shopping for a bridal gown turns into a murder mystery in Karen Cino's new contemporary cozy mystery.

    Will the wedding take place without a hitch?

    This is the last book in the Cookie Cutter Series.

    Karen, welcome to Romance Lives Forever. I'm Kayelle Allen, author and owner of this blog.

    Happy to have you here!

    We're excited to find out more about your hero, but first, tell us about Bridal Shop Chaos.

    Bridal Shop Chaos (Cookie Cuter Mystery Book 7 by Karen Cino

    Genre Cozy Mystery Romance

    Book heat level (based on movie ratings): PG17

    A routine shopping trip to a local bridal shop is disrupted when the bridal shop owner gets murdered while Connie and Sara are in the dressing room. As the investigation unwinds, secrets about the owner are discovered, as the list of suspects continue to grow.

    Sara Mazza and her boyfriend continue to have problems in their relationship, stemming back to the cruise they had taken the month before.

    As Connie's wedding day approaches, will they solve the case and not get themselves in harms way again?

    Know the Hero from Bridal Shop Mystery

    Here are some fun questions to help us know your hero.

    It's late, he's bored. What does he do?

    Brett goes through the case files of cold cases.

    What kind of food would he impulse buy if hungry?

    McDonalds

    Describe the kind of clothes he prefers to wear.

    When Brett isn't in a suit, he wears jeans in the winter and shorts in the summer.

    Does he know how to fix things?

    Yes. Brett has an extensive collection of tools.

    He tried to do something and it went badly. Tell us about it.

    He'd keep trying to fix it or the situation. He hates when his cases go wrong, with missing evidence. He'll go back to the paperwork and evidence going through it again, making sure he didn't miss anything. Of course with some cursing along the way.

    How does he act around children he doesn't know?

    He talks to them and depending on the age will talk about ways to stay safe and not get bullied.

    What is he like first thing in the morning?

    Brett jumps right out of bed and goes into the kitchen for his morning espresso.

    Can he use chopsticks?

    Always uses chopsticks when he eats Chinese food.

    Does he drink coffee? If so, how does he take it? If not, what does he drink instead?

    First cup is espresso, black with a half of espresso spoon of sugar. After that he drinks coffee, dark with half and half and a spoon of sugar.

    What apps would he have on his phone?

    MLB. He's a huge New York Mets fan, TD Bank, Stop & Shop, iHeart Radio, Walgreens and of course Home Depot and Lowes

    Android or iPhone?

    iPhone

    Beard or clean-shaven?

    Clean Shaven

    Earrings/piercings/tattoos or unadorned skin?

    Unadorned skin

    Personal vehicle or public transport?

    A jeep or the undercover sedan when he's working.

    Recycle or toss?

    A recycle nut. He even recycles toilet paper and paper towel holders.

    Thanks for helping us get to know your hero!

    Where to buy Bridal Shop Chaos

    Publisher Mandolay Press

    Amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B097XH43H7

    Karen Cino Social Media

    Karen Cino is a multi-published author who has been writing since she was fourteen years old. She started her career by writing poetry, short stories and writing articles for her high school newspaper. After reading Jackie Collin's Lovers and Gamblers and Jacqueline Susann's, Valley of the Dolls, Karen found her niche. Karen loves writing about local places that people can relate to.
    Karen loves the summer, loves the beach. Her previous books were written and took place in various locations in Staten Island. Her Cookie Cutter Cozy Mystery Series takes place at the New Jersey Shore.
    Karen is a member of Women's Fiction Writers Association and Sisters in Crime and Romance Writers of America.
    Karen has two adult children, Michael Giordano, singer, songwriter and producer, and Nicole Giordano who works in Retail Management and is also a photographer. In 2015 Karen moved to the Jersey Shore.
    Website http://karencino.com
    Blog http://karencinobooks.com
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  • Book Release,  Mystery

    Bridal Shop Chaos (Cookie Cutter Cozy Mystery #7) by Karen Cino @karencino #RLFblog #NewRelease #ContemporaryRomance #Cozy

    Bridal Shop Chaos (Cookie Cutter Cozy Mystery #7) by Karen Cino @karencino #RLFblog #NewRelease #ContemporaryRomance #Cozy

    Shopping for a bridal gown turns into a murder mystery in Karen Cino's new contemporary cozy mystery. Will the wedding take place without a hitch?

    Karen, welcome to Romance Lives Forever. I'm Kayelle Allen, author and owner of this blog. Happy to have you here!

    Please tell us about Bridal Shop Chaos (Book 7 in the Cookie Cutter Cozy Mystery Series.

    Bridal Club Chaos by Karen Cino

    Genre Contemporary romance cozy mystery

    Book heat level (based on movie ratings): PG17

    A routine trip to a local bridal shop is disrupted when the bridal shop owner gets murdered while Connie and Sara are in the dressing room. As the investigation unwinds, secrets out the owner are discovered, as the list of suspects continue to grow.

    Sara Mazza and her boyfriend continue to have problems in their relationship, stemming back to the cruise they had taken the month before.

    As Connie's wedding day approaches, will they solve the case and not get themselves in harms way again?

    Why did you write this book?

    Writing is my passion. Since I moved from Staten Island, New York to the New Jersey Shore. I love the beach, so having my series take place at the Jersey Shore was a blast.

    What is your favorite genre to read?

    I am a big reader. I love reading Women's Fiction and Cozy Mysteries, but give me a good Stephen King novel and I'm in heaven.

    Who is your favorite character from fiction (not including your own)?

    I love Stephanie Plum. She's a multi dimensional character, with a definite laugh out loud read.

    What are you working on at the moment?

    I'm working on a Women's Fiction romance and a new contemporary cozy mystery.

    What books will we see from you in coming months?

    Moving forward I will be releasing Down at the Shore, book 1 in the Five Beach Road Series.

    Where to buy Bridal Shop Chaos

    Publisher Mandolay Press

    Amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B097YYVBGR

    Karen Cino Social Media

    Karen Cino is a multi-published author who has been writing since she was fourteen years old. She started her career by writing poetry, short stories and writing articles for her high school newspaper. After reading Jackie Collin's Lovers and Gamblers and Jacqueline Susann's, Valley of the Dolls, Karen found her niche. Karen loves writing about local places that people can relate to.
    Karen loves the summer, loves the beach. Her previous books were written and took place in various locations in Staten Island. Her Cookie Cutter Cozy Mystery Series takes place at the New Jersey Shore.
    Karen is a member of Women's Fiction Writers Association and Sisters in Crime and Romance Writers of America.
    Karen has two adult children, Michael Giordano, singer, songwriter and producer, and Nicole Giordano who works in Retail Management and is also a photographer. In 2015 Karen moved to the Jersey Shore.
    Website http://karencino.com
    Blog http://karencinobooks.com
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  • Contemporary

    Read the new Love Challenges and Desires by Karen Cino @karencino #RLFblog #ContemporaryRomance

    Read the new Love Challenges and Desires by Karen Cino @karencino #RLFblog #ContemporaryRomance

    Tensions build between a photographer and a rock star in Karen Cino's contemporary Romance, Love Challenges and Desires. Will the photographer let her heart lead her down the right path?

    Welcome to Romance Lives Forever. I'm Kayelle Allen, author and owner of this blog. Let's play Is It True with today's guest, Karen Cino.

    This is a game with yes and no questions. Writers can elaborate on answers as much as they choose.

    Love Challenges and Desires by Karen Cino

    Genre Contemporary Romance

    Book heat level (based on movie ratings): PG17

    Rose Bocchino is a photographer who lands a job at Walcott Cosmetic Corporation. Immediately she hits it off with her boss, Alex Walcott. Despite being divorced, he still lives in the apartment in his mansion to be closer to his daughters. Once officially divorced, Rose is ready to begin her life with Alex who continues to insist the timing isn't right. He fears once he leaves, his ex-wife will limit his parental rights. Rocker Marco Corrente is hired to be the spokesperson for Walcott's new men's cologne line. From the moment he meets Rose, he falls hard for her. Rose despises Marco's bad boy image, leading her to turn the photo shoot over to her assistant who has plans of her own. The tension builds between Marco and Rose as the shoot moves forward. Will Rose let her heart lead the way down the right path?

    Where to buy Love Challenges and Desires

    Publisher Mandolay Press
    Amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/1519655649
    Smashwords https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/598483

    Karen Cino Social Media

    Karen Cino is a multi-published author who has been writing since she was fourteen years old. She started her career by writing poetry, short stories and writing articles for her high school newspaper. After reading Jackie Collin's Lovers and Gamblers and Jacqueline Susann's, Valley of the Dolls, Karen found her niche. Karen loves writing about local places that people can relate to.
    Karen loves the summer, loves the beach. Her previous books were written and took place in various locations in Staten Island. Her Cookie Cutter Cozy Mystery Series takes place at the New Jersey Shore.
    Karen is a member of Women's Fiction Writers Association and Sisters in Crime and Romance Writers of America.
    Karen has two adult children, Michael Giordano, singer, songwriter and producer, and Nicole Giordano who works in Retail Management and is also a photographer. In 2015 Karen moved to the Jersey Shore.
    Website http://karencino.com
    Blog http://karencinobooks.com
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  • Contemporary,  Is It True

    Is It True: Love Challenges and Desires by Karen Cino @karencino #RLFblog #ContemporaryRomance

    Is It True: Love Challenges and Desires by Karen Cino @karencino #RLFblog #ContemporaryRomance

    Tensions build between a photographer and a rock star in Karen Cino's contemporary Romance, Love Challenges and Desires. Will the photographer let her heart lead her down the right path?

    Welcome to Romance Lives Forever. I'm Kayelle Allen, author and owner of this blog. Let's play Is It True with today's guest, Karen Cino.

    This is a game with yes and no questions. Writers can elaborate on answers as much as they choose.

    Love Challenges and Desires by Karen Cino

    Genre Contemporary Romance

    Book heat level (based on movie ratings): PG17

    Rose Bocchino is a photographer who lands a job at Walcott Cosmetic Corporation. Immediately she hits it off with her boss, Alex Walcott. Despite being divorced, he still lives in the apartment in his mansion to be closer to his daughters. Once officially divorced, Rose is ready to begin her life with Alex who continues to insist the timing isn't right. He fears once he leaves, his ex-wife will limit his parental rights. Rocker Marco Corrente is hired to be the spokesperson for Walcott's new men's cologne line. From the moment he meets Rose, he falls hard for her. Rose despises Marco's bad boy image, leading her to turn the photo shoot over to her assistant who has plans of her own. The tension builds between Marco and Rose as the shoot moves forward. Will Rose let her heart lead the way down the right path?

    Is it true:

    this is your first book?

    No, it's not. This was my first contemporary romance.

    this book is part of a series?

    No.

    you lost sleep while writing this book?

    Yes. I lose sleep every time I'm writing a book. t seems that when it's time to go to sleep, my mind starts thinking of plot twists.

    you did research for this book?

    No. I did photography when I was in college. Back in the day I developed and printed my pictures in my own dark room.

    some characters in this book are not human? (pets for example)

    No!

    this book has more than one genre?

    This in one of the only full length novels that I've written that is purely romance.

    you speak more than one language?

    No, despite the fact that I took three years of Spanish in high school.

    you grew up where you live now?

    No. I was born in Brooklyn, New York and moved to Staten Island as a teen. It wasn't until six years ago that I moved down to the New Jersey Shore.

    you love to read?

    Yes! I read every night before I go to sleep. And on the beach during the summer.

    you are never late?

    Yes and No. I always leave my house early enough. But sometimes the traffic is horrendous and I get caught up. But 95% of the time I am early.

    you love pizza?

    Yes. Who doesn't? I make my own on Friday nights.

    you love sushi?

    No.

    you have a pet?

    Yes. I rescued and adopted a kitten two months ago. It was the best thing I've done. We keep each other company.

    Where to buy Love Challenges and Desires

    Publisher Mandolay Press
    Amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/1519655649
    Smashwords https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/598483

    Karen Cino Social Media

    Karen Cino is a multi-published author who has been writing since she was fourteen years old. She started her career by writing poetry, short stories and writing articles for her high school newspaper. After reading Jackie Collin's Lovers and Gamblers and Jacqueline Susann's, Valley of the Dolls, Karen found her niche. Karen loves writing about local places that people can relate to.
    Karen loves the summer, loves the beach. Her previous books were written and took place in various locations in Staten Island. Her Cookie Cutter Cozy Mystery Series takes place at the New Jersey Shore.
    Karen is a member of Women's Fiction Writers Association and Sisters in Crime and Romance Writers of America.
    Karen has two adult children, Michael Giordano, singer, songwriter and producer, and Nicole Giordano who works in Retail Management and is also a photographer. In 2015 Karen moved to the Jersey Shore.
    Website http://karencino.com
    Blog http://karencinobooks.com
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  • Mystery

    Cruise Ship Chaos: Cozy Mystery by Karen Cino @karencino #RLFblog #CozyMystery #Romance

    Do It Write: Where Karen Cino writes @karencino #RLFblog #CozyMystery #RomanceA long-awaited vacation turns into an unsolved murder in Karen Cino’s new Cozy Mystery Romance, Cruise Ship Chaos. Getting close to the killer puts their own lives in danger. Will they be able to solve the case before they become the next victims?

    Karen, welcome to Romance Lives Forever. I’m Kayelle Allen, author and owner of this blog. Happy to have you here! Before we talk about your office, please tell us about your latest book.

    Cruise Ship Chaos by Karen Cino

    Genre Cozy Mystery Romance

    Book heat level (based on movie ratings): PG 17

    Connie and Sara go on a cruise with their detective boyfriends. This is the first time Connie is on a cruise. Even though she was reluctant at first, she quickly settles into their suite. This trip was about relaxing and not worrying about solving murders. However, as Connie and Brett are making their way to their room, the elevator door open to a staged dead body. Once again, the women are on the case. Will they be able to solve the case before they become the next victims?

    Where to buy Cruise Ship Chaos

    Publisher Mandolay Press
    Amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08KHLC78H

    Karen Cino Social Media

    Karen Cino is a multi-published author who has been writing since she was fourteen years old. She started her career by writing poetry, short stories and writing articles for her high school newspaper. After reading Jackie Collin’s Lovers and Gamblers and Jacqueline Susann’s, Valley of the Dolls, Karen found her niche. Karen loves writing about local places that people can relate to.
    Karen loves the summer, loves the beach. Her previous books were written and took place in various locations in Staten Island. Her Cookie Cutter Cozy Mystery Series takes place at the New Jersey Shore.
    Karen is a member of Women’s Fiction Writers Association and Sisters in Crime and Romance Writers of America.
    Karen has two adult children, Michael Giordano, singer, songwriter and producer, and Nicole Giordano who works in Retail Management and is also a photographer. In 2015 Karen moved to the Jersey Shore.
    Website: http://karencino.com
    Blog: http://karencinobooks.com
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