The newest Pyte book is almost done :)
It is not the book that belongs to the excerpt in the back of Without Regret, but the next book in the continuing story.
The next Neighbor From Hell book is halfway done and is currently being checked over to make sure that it's worthy of the NFH title. Once i get feedback I will set back to work on it :)
After reading most of the reviews for my books I thought I should say a few things:
A Humble Heart is in no way meant to be funny so if you're looking for a fun relaxing book, this isn't it. This is meant to be a little bit dramatic, a little thrilling and basically a fairy tale for adults, especially women like Dana who may not have chosen well in life and deserve a second chance with the man of her dreams. I wrote this story when I was going through a pretty bad time. I guess you could say it was an unrealistic dream, but something that kept me going. It might not be the "favorite" book out there, but it has a special spot in my heart because of what it did for me. For those of you who are wondering if Edward will find out that he was the influence for Christian........yes.
The Pyte, Sentinel and Immortal series are not the NFH series. What I mean is that they are not written to be light, funny reads. They have funny parts, but nothing like the NFH series so if you're looking for an amusing light read these probably aren't for you. The EMS and the Hollywood Heart Novels starting with A Reclusive Heart and on are probably a better fit for you.
I've read a lot of your comments, some flattering and some that had me cringing. I appreciate both and have actually taken a lot of your comments to heart and applied the advice to my new books. That being said, I will say that I can't unfortunately tailor each book to every single person out there. I just can't. I'm sorry, but there is no perfect book out there that will please every single person. There's nothing I can do about that. I'll continue to do my best to publish enjoyable stories and hope that they manage to make someone smile.
Thanks for listening :)
welli loved each and everyone of your books ans can't wait for more. If we read the same types of books over and over it would get pretty dull, so i for one am glad that your series are all different.
ReplyDeleteCarry on the good work as you give me something to look forward to after a hectic day with the kids.
I have only read the 2 Pyte books and the 2 NFH books (so far) and I can say without a doubt they are 4 of my all time favorite books!!!! And just so ya know, I've read A LOT of books :) I have recommended them to my reader friends as well! I also say keep up the good work! I cant wait for these 2 series' next books! Ignore the negative people and get back to work! :) I need those books!
ReplyDeleteI read this post and realized that I needed to put my 2 cents in. I never commented on any other site before because I figured who cared what I thought. However, reading this blog I truly felt I needed to let you know that I have loved each and everyone of the books you have graced us with. I have never been a fan of vampire or paranormal books and was a little disappointed when I realized some of your books were. I have done an absolute 180 and decided that if a writer is brilliant it doesn't matter what they write about it will be a great story and truly enjoyable. I have absolutely loved every one of your stories and have told as many people I know about the brilliant author who writes amazing stories about everything and publishes them all on her own! You never need to apologize for writing some of the best stories ever written!
ReplyDeleteThank you very much :) That means a great deal to me. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteI can only tell you this... (Because you know what I think of your books ;-))
ReplyDeleteA Humble Heart is one of my favorite books EVER... I'm not sure why but it got to me and it touched a very special place in my heart... Just so you know it :)
The glimpse into the worlds you create
ReplyDeleteshould be just that; a world you have
created.Create for your joy, happiness,
and entertainment.If it satisfies you,
it will truly satisfy those it was meant
for.One fan wrote that you changed
their undoubtedly 'unfounded' (ha, ha)
dislike of vampire stories, for me it was the
opposite; I have never gone the
strait and narrow, that is... until your books.
Those readers out there who think
a drama/romance, or a paranormal's
not quite your speed, need to give it a
try.I always put off reading, and reviewing
those books I don't feel compatible with,
but now I think I will give the books a
more open mind, and my reviews:
a more thoughtful statement,
for I realize now that there
are other genre that, with the right author,
can stimulate my mind, and heart.
Keep writing, listening to those around you,
but in the end, do your own thing
for in that...you work is wonderful!
Thank you very much, Kimberly :)
ReplyDeleteI totally agree! A Humble Heart was the last of your books that I read and I can honestly say it was one of my favourites. I loved the way you wrote about the characters and the journey you went through with Dana was so touching. Those kids were so adorable; little Cole made me laugh many a time.
ReplyDeleteI wanted to let you know how close I hold these books to my heart and what a brilliant job you do with them. I'm just counting down the days until we finally get some more :D
I love this post. Very honest and my kinda thing. Thank you for sharing your thoughts Ms. Mathewson. :)
ReplyDeleteI just started Tall, Dark and Lonely last night and plan on finishing today and I have to say that I am extremely anxious to download all the books I can find written by you. I found it extremely difficult to sit through a briefing that I had to attend today when all I could think about was getting back to your book. It was also very difficult to keep the smile from my face as I was sitting in my truck in the parking lot at work during lunch trying to hide my excitement from people walking by. Based on all the reviews I am reading from your other books I know that I am going to have a lot to read in the next couple weeks. :-)
ReplyDeleteKatie, I hope you had a chance to eat lunch, lol. I hope you enjoy the other books as well :)
ReplyDeleteI have just finished reading your books and absolutely love them. Could you please tell me the title of the book extract that's at the end of Without Regret, thank-you.
ReplyDeleteHi, Danielle,
ReplyDeleteThat would be the third Pyte book. That one is not out yet, but will be by the end of the year. Another Pyte book is on its way soon to continue the storyline :)
Ok first off I'm really loving the books but having a hard time finding out the order of them. What book is at the back of "without regret"? I can't find the title anywhere. And the neighbor from hell books, is "playing for keeps" the first novel? If you could show me where to go to get the order that would be devine. Love reading them and I love that they are affordable on ebooks. And what is going to be the name of the new Pyte novel so I can be on the lookout for it! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteAmeka,
ReplyDeleteTall, Dark & Lonely if followed by Without Regret and the next Pyte novel (2) which is almost done picks up the story. The Pyte story in the back of WR is the third Pyte and will be the next one out I release. So, right now it's just Pyte 1 and Sentinel 1 out now. Pyte 2 is coming out soon, but the excerpt you saw is for Pyte 3. Playing for Keeps is the first in the NFH series. Perfection is next and I am almost done with the third :)
No title yet, sorry. Working on it :)
Hi, I've just finished your NFH books in 2 days and am now a fan. I'm not an avid reader and tend to have books that sit next to my bed for ages. Now that I have been looking for books for my iPod, I am so thrilled I came across your's :-) I'm a busy mom and value my sleep but once I started a book the other day, I couldn't stop reading including my lunch hour usually reserved for errands LOL. My husband kept looking at me funny every time I cracked up at Jason or Trevor.
ReplyDeleteCheers, Lindsay
PS as a New Englander stuck in the middle between Red Sox nation and Yankee territory, I love your commentary LOL
Just finished Without Regret yesterday and started A Humble Heart this morning. Every time I start a new book I try to remind myself to read it slower so that I can enjoy the story longer, then two days later I am done and on to the next one. I said that I would have a lot of reading to do in the next couple weeks, now I'm starting to think that I will be done with all of them in the next few days. And no I didn't get to eat lunch, lol, but it was definitely worth it.
ReplyDeleteI just read your response to Ameka's post and was wondering the same thing. Is the second Pyte book picking up where Without Regret left off? Are they just called the Pyte and Sentinal series because they are focusing on those character's stories? I guess it doesn't really matter. I'm going to read them all anyway, just really anxious to read more about Ephraim, Chris and now Joshua...
Lol, sorry about lunch. Yes, that's why they have their own series, but for the most part the two will work into the same storyline. Now and then the books will have nothing to do with this storyline.
ReplyDeleteI have enjoyed the Pyte Sentinel series. Stayed up until 4:00 am reading the first one. I'm looking forward to the next one. Thanks,
ReplyDeleteJulie