LUCKY YOU - Carly Phillips

Monday, September 28, 2009
The other day I was struggling for something to write about on http://www.plotmonkeys.com/, the blog I share with other writers. I was in a rush because the next day my husband was going in for back surgery and I wouldn’t be around to post the blog or reply. I wanted to give visitors something to talk about and I’d been thinking lately about all the books I’ve written in the past. The various series:

  • The Hot Zone – Sports Heroes
  • The Chandler Brothers – Brothers and their mother who wants grandchildren
  • The Costas Sisters – polar opposite twin sisters with an Atlantic City con family
  • Ty and Hunter – 3 best friends, separated by a deep dark secret
  • The many Temptations I’ve written over the years
  • THE LUCKY SERIES – 3 sexy male cousin plagued by a family curse.

    I LOVE writing and reading contemporary romance. Let me be clear. The LUCKY Series is NOT a paranormal series. It doesn’t pretend to be. What the Lucky Series does, finishing up with LUCKY BREAK in stores tomorrow, is to touch on the notion that a curse can actually be many things from a streak of bad luck to a self fulfilling prophecy – and how an affected family and those who love them suffer in the process. The newest generation of Corwin men want to find love and break the curse – but they don’t know how. Derek in LUCKY CHARM reunited with the love he let go in order to protect her from the curse and is now praying that she is his lucky charm. Mike in LUCKY STREAK found a woman adept at gambling and one willing to take risks, their love being the biggest risk of all. And up now in LUCKY BREAK is the last Corwin cousin, Jason.

    Jason is the most fascinating cousin because his long ago love is Lauren Perkins – of the same Perkins family whose ancestor supposedly placed the curse. The families are supposed to be enemies. Her grandmother wreaked havoc on the town and the Corwin family for years. Her sister is in prison for arson, having perpetuated her grandmother’s legacy. So Lauren wants only to sell her grandmother’s old house and move on with her life away from the bad memories. But that's not such an easy thing to do when Jason Corwin shows up in her life again. First he insists on being the one to renovate the house. Then he whispers sweet, sexy somethings in her ear ... about staying in town. Soon a saboteur and the promise of hidden treasure changes everything - and one lucky break just might put an end ... to the Corwin curse forever.

    I didn’t forget where I started – I’ve been thinking of all my series and books … and on Plotmonkeys I asked readers to tell me their favorite BOOK (not series) and why. I have to say a lot of people mentioned the HOT ZONE books – of course Athletes are hot and that was one reason, but the main book was Hot Number - because they loved the insecure heroine. So I decided I’d ask you:

    What do you love about contemporary romance? What kind of hero and heroine? What sort of story?

    And don’t forget to enter the final LUCKY YOU Contest between now and October 16, 2009: In one page or less, tell Carly about the ultimate Lucky Break that changed your life... or the life of someone you know... or stretch your creative muscle and make up a story of the ultimate Lucky Break! Click HERE: http://www.carlyphillips.com/site/contests/lucky-you-contests.html for details and instructions!

    You can check out my brand new website, see the LUCKY BREAK video, and much more at http://www.carlyphillips.com/

    And most importantly, don’t forget to order LUCKY BREAK from your favorite bookseller today! Post a comment to this blog and you could win a $25.00 gift card from Amazon.com


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    How positively exciting news!

    Submitted by babygirlG (not verified) on Sat, 10/03/2009 - 5:02am.

    How positively exciting news! Congratulations!

    EMMANUELLE - Please send your

    Submitted by Writerspace Blogs (not verified) on Fri, 10/02/2009 - 11:16am.

    EMMANUELLE - Please send your address and information to us at susan(at)writerspacemail(.)com. As soon as we receive it, we will forward your gift card. Thanks!

    Thaaaaaank Yooouuuuuu !!!

    Submitted by Emmanuelle (not verified) on Wed, 09/30/2009 - 11:07pm.

    Thaaaaaank Yooouuuuuu !!!

    Congratulations EMMANUELLE.

    Submitted by Writerspace Blogs (not verified) on Wed, 09/30/2009 - 4:40pm.

    Congratulations EMMANUELLE. You are the winner of the Carly Phillips contest and a $25 gift card. Please forward your information to to writerspaceblogs(@)gmail(.)com.

    Congratulations on the new

    Submitted by limecello (not verified) on Wed, 09/30/2009 - 1:40pm.

    Congratulations on the new release, Carly! The premise to the "lucky" series was so cute- and I also love all the covers :D

    Hi Carly Congratulations on

    Submitted by Emma (not verified) on Wed, 09/30/2009 - 12:28pm.

    Hi Carly Congratulations on the release . I'm so glad that Lucky Break is finally in the stores. I love all your books.Emma

    Would love to win the card to

    Submitted by Mari (not verified) on Tue, 09/29/2009 - 7:10pm.

    Would love to win the card to buy your newest!I love contemps too...

    I'm looking forward to

    Submitted by Linda (not verified) on Tue, 09/29/2009 - 6:42pm.

    I'm looking forward to reading Lucky Break.

    Hi there Carly!Welcome to

    Submitted by Michele L. (not verified) on Tue, 09/29/2009 - 5:56pm.

    Hi there Carly!Welcome to Writerspace! Oo...can't wait for LUCKY BREAK to hit my bookstore! My favorite books of yours are all of them! If I had to choose one it would be the Chandler brother series! I gobbled them all up right after one another!

    Hey Carly, sorry so late, but

    Submitted by Paula R (not verified) on Tue, 09/29/2009 - 5:44pm.

    Hey Carly, sorry so late, but I wanted to drop in and say hello. I remember this question, and I still have the same answer. It is too hard to choose just one of your books as my fav...I hope that you had a great day blogging here today. See you in the jungle.Peace and love,Paula R.

    Hi Carly, I've enjoyed your

    Submitted by Allison('s)Reads (not verified) on Tue, 09/29/2009 - 3:57pm.

    Hi Carly, I've enjoyed your writing since your earlier Harlequin days. Keep it up! With thanks, Allison :)

    I always enjoy your books.

    Submitted by Linda Henderson (not verified) on Tue, 09/29/2009 - 1:11pm.

    I always enjoy your books. Can't wait to read this one. I have Lucky Streak.

    Hi Carly, I love your

    Submitted by Cathy M (not verified) on Tue, 09/29/2009 - 12:46pm.

    Hi Carly, I love your dialogue and your sexy heroes, my favorite are the Chandler Brothers. Can't wait to start the Lucky series.

    Hi Carly, I love your

    Submitted by chey (not verified) on Tue, 09/29/2009 - 8:25am.

    Hi Carly, I love your books! I enjoy Contemps because it's easier for me to identify with the characters.

    Hi Carly! Congrats on Lucky

    Submitted by The Track Down Girl (not verified) on Tue, 09/29/2009 - 8:04am.

    Hi Carly! Congrats on Lucky Break!Cher

    First of all, "Good Luck to

    Submitted by Lady_Graeye (not verified) on Tue, 09/29/2009 - 7:23am.

    First of all, "Good Luck to the Hubby." I have had back surgery myself, not a fun ordeal to go through. Second, It's TUESDAY!!!! Lucky Break is out today!! YEAH!!! I'm on my way out to the book store right now! Keep those books a coming!

    Both my self and my aunt buy

    Submitted by Thundermls (not verified) on Tue, 09/29/2009 - 6:43am.

    Both my self and my aunt buy all cary phillips books to read. I can't wait to get my copy of "Lucky you". Keep up the good work. I love to spend my nights curled up in bed with a good book before I go to sleep at night.

    I love all your books. and am

    Submitted by LSUReader (not verified) on Tue, 09/29/2009 - 6:27am.

    I love all your books. and am looking forward to "Lucky Break."

    Lucky Break sounds so good.

    Submitted by CrystalGB (not verified) on Tue, 09/29/2009 - 6:25am.

    Lucky Break sounds so good. Love your books.I like a couple that has good chemistry.

    Congratulations on your new

    Submitted by Maureen (not verified) on Tue, 09/29/2009 - 5:55am.

    Congratulations on your new release Carly! I like characters who have a sense of humor and a strong sense of what is right for them. I enjoy a story that introduces me to places I've never visited and people I would like to get to know.

    Congrats! Remember to

    Submitted by Llehn (not verified) on Tue, 09/29/2009 - 5:10am.

    Congrats! Remember to celebrate with lots of chocolate cake!

    Hey, all! thanks for visiting

    Submitted by Karen (not verified) on Tue, 09/29/2009 - 4:41am.

    Hey, all! thanks for visiting me here! I love contemporaries too. I love getting lost in a good love story that I can RELATE to - hence the contemporary!

    I can't wait either to read

    Submitted by Emmanuelle (not verified) on Mon, 09/28/2009 - 10:45pm.

    I can't wait either to read this book. I love this series. And those book covers... *sigh*Congratulations Carlie !!!!

    I can't wait for tomorrow

    Submitted by sam_k52 (not verified) on Mon, 09/28/2009 - 7:35pm.

    I can't wait for tomorrow when Lucky Break comes out! I may have to stare at the cover for a few days before opening the book though! :) Congratulations on the release of yet another great book!

    Carly, I am looking forward

    Submitted by cheryl c (not verified) on Mon, 09/28/2009 - 7:28pm.

    Carly, I am looking forward to reading Lucky You. I am thoroughly enjoying this series. I enjoy contemporaries because I can relate to the characters, settings, and plots. You are one of the most "reliable" authors out there when it comes to writing quality contemporaries.I do read both historical and contemporary romances. I tend to "take turns" with them depending on my mood. Have you ever considered shaking things up by writing an historical?

    Looks like I need to start on

    Submitted by Sue A. (not verified) on Mon, 09/28/2009 - 7:02pm.

    Looks like I need to start on this series of books. I could use a little "Luck"!

    I have been reading your

    Submitted by miriama (not verified) on Mon, 09/28/2009 - 5:59pm.

    I have been reading your books for years! I can't wait for each one to come out. I will be 50 next week and plan on reading them for many more years to come! LOL

    Hi Carly! Yeah tomorrow is

    Submitted by Michele B (not verified) on Mon, 09/28/2009 - 5:34pm.

    Hi Carly! Yeah tomorrow is the day.for me I love contemporary I can't get into historicals, and I confess I have not read or seen Twilight the vampire thing just isn't something I can get into. I like that contemporary It could be real for the most part. I can see myself in the story. As for Hero's I know I have discussed this with you on your website but I'm a sucker for the cocky, gorgeous, yet nice Athlete. Heroines I like all sorts the strong confident who was once shy, the uptight not willing to trust at first and the hero has to earn it and then he does of course then he messes things up and has to win her back

    First of all, congrats on the

    Submitted by Alana, Author of Domestically Challenged (not verified) on Mon, 09/28/2009 - 5:32pm.

    First of all, congrats on the release - can't wait!!I'm not sure if I can pick one thing I like. I like reading romances because it is happy and it makes me happy. I like the romance and fun of it. It's a wonderful break from reality. Take care,Alana

    I have to see if I can sweet

    Submitted by Raonaid Luckwell (not verified) on Mon, 09/28/2009 - 4:56pm.

    I have to see if I can sweet talk the hubs to take me to the store. There are other books I need to get

    Hi CarlyI'm new to your books

    Submitted by Modokker (not verified) on Mon, 09/28/2009 - 4:56pm.

    Hi CarlyI'm new to your books but they sound great so i'll be checking them out at my local library this week and perhaps at my local book store too! Can't wait to get started!

    I love that with contemporary

    Submitted by Spannergal (not verified) on Mon, 09/28/2009 - 4:32pm.

    I love that with contemporary romance, the stories are set in situations that I could imagine myself in. I've liked all the heroes and heroines in the books that I've read - mainly because they don't seem over the top.I don't tend to have one type of story I prefer reading - as I like to change things around so that I don't get bored.I'm another fan of Hot Number, because I can definitely identify with being considered "one of the boys" like Micki.I'm so glad that Lucky Break is finally in stores tomorrow - I can't wait to read it.

    Hi Carly, I'm a big fan. I

    Submitted by LoveZ_2_ReaD (not verified) on Mon, 09/28/2009 - 4:12pm.

    Hi Carly, I'm a big fan. I follow up on most that you do, but not in some crazy stalker way, lol. But though I keep trying my luck at getting a prize, I'm going to get Lucky Break regardless! But I have to agree that Micki is, and always will be, my favorite character. Not just because of her insecurities, but because she's bold, but with weaknesses, and sassy; though the right one (Fuller) can ALWAYS find a way to shut her up ;) . I'm only twenty, but I felt a connection Micki, so of course Hot Number is my favorite. Keep up the wonderful writing though, and I'm sure one of your new books, if not all, will be on my favorites list as well! God Bless, Arielle. :D

    I have the first Lucky Book

    Submitted by Pat L. (not verified) on Mon, 09/28/2009 - 3:53pm.

    I have the first Lucky Book on my tbr and plan to get the followups.I love contemp because I dont enjoy reading books going back in time - a lot of folks out there probably think I am crazy, but that is just my cup of tea. And I don't care for vamp, werewolf, shapeshifter or paranormal - so please all you contemp author out there, please keep writing them. Thank you.

    I have the first Lucky Book

    Submitted by Pat L. (not verified) on Mon, 09/28/2009 - 3:52pm.

    I have the first Lucky Book on my tbr and plan to get the followups.I love contemp because I dont enjoy reading books going back in time - a lot of folks out there probably think I am crazy, but that is just my cup of tea. And I don't care for vamp, werewolf, shapeshifter or paranormal - so please all you contemp author out there, please keep writing them. Thank you.

    Have pre-ordered Lucky Break!

    Submitted by carocress (not verified) on Mon, 09/28/2009 - 3:45pm.

    Have pre-ordered Lucky Break! can't wait to read it.

    I'll be at Borders after work

    Submitted by Liza (not verified) on Mon, 09/28/2009 - 3:29pm.

    I'll be at Borders after work tomorrow to pick up my copy of Lucky Break, Carly! Can't wait to start reading. I'm not sure I could give just one reason why I love contemporary romances. They are the first type of romances I read. I read just about every genre of romances now, but contemporaries always have a special place in my heart.

    Yay, Lucky Break is almost

    Submitted by Sheena (not verified) on Mon, 09/28/2009 - 3:29pm.

    Yay, Lucky Break is almost out! :) can't wait!!

    I can't wait fir the "Lucky

    Submitted by MEFRST (not verified) on Mon, 09/28/2009 - 3:23pm.

    I can't wait fir the "Lucky You" book. I have read every single book of yours and I can't get enough! Please don't stop writing!