Hello, team!
It is time for our final batch of Advance Reader Copies for 2025, and I am so excited to share these stories with you before I head into my annual break. While I am officially stepping away until January 12 to catch up on some much-needed business tasks and enjoy a delicious Christmas lunch with dear friends, the ARC team never truly sleeps. This month is a little bit of a departure from our usual schedule, as we are venturing outside of the pure romance genre. While I know most of us are romance-first readers, I still believe a great story is made even better with a romantic subplot, so I have selected these specifically because they offer that perfect blend of high-stakes tension and emotional heart.
Our December offerings include two very special books from our own Deanna’s World author, Ann Hosler, as she refreshes her Runebound Earth series. These dystopian science fantasy titles are joined by a gripping technical thriller and a high-heat military romantic suspense. Because we are exploring some heavier themes this month—including technical espionage and deep explorations of PTSD—I want to remind everyone to take a close look at the content warnings for each title. Whether you are in the mood for a "smart" heist or a second-chance love story that feels like Top Gun with extra soul, there is something here to keep your e-readers busy while I’m off the clock.
I want to wish you all a wonderful Christmas if you celebrate it, and a restful, happy holiday season regardless of your traditions. Thank you for being such an integral part of this community and for supporting these authors as they bring their worlds to life. I am already looking forward to everything we have planned for 2026, but for now, I am ready to trade my editing notes for a glass of something festive and some quality time with loved ones. Happy reading, and I will see you all in the New Year!
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