It’s done. I’ve finished Outback Outlaw and put it up for sale at the usual stores.
It’s a little different to what I usually write, so hopefully, everyone likes it. Maybe you’ll like it more. Maybe less.
My job is to release this book out into the world and let it warm the hearts of those readers that like this type of book. That might be you.
What’s it about?
A simple case of mistaken identity leads Claire Ryan to invite the rugged stranger into the pub.
He opens the possibility that the Australian outback town of Tilburra isn’t as bad as she first thought.
But everyone tells her he’s no good. That she must stay away.
With her brother trying to set her up with a steadfast business owner, Claire knows she needs to get out of town to clear her head.
The local rodeo seems the perfect place to let off steam and have a well-earned vacation to boot.
With both men pursuing her, Claire must make a decision. About her life, about love, and about who’s telling her the truth.
I was originally going to make this a series. But I’ve had second thoughts on that.
Now that this is done, I’m going to take a break from writing romance for a while. I’ve come to the conclusion that maybe the romance genre isn’t the right fit for me. It might be. I like writing it. But I don’t think my style is resonating with readers. Romance is a huge genre filled with brilliant talented writers. I’m not sure I can compete when there are so many good books out there.
We’ll see. If it’s meant to be, I’ll be back, but 2018 is going to be the year I experiment with other types of stories.
I can’t predict what the future holds, but I know I’ll still be writing. Just not romance. Maybe.
Happy holidays and much love,
Tabitha xx
I just recently read your rock series and I really enjoyed it. Personally, i love series books where you continue to see the previous characters continue to grow as well learning the stories of characters introduced in other books. I also saw a comment you made about maybe not continuing the rock series or possibly even the romance genre in general. I think this would be a shame. Frankly, you are right, there are many very talented writers out there in the genre but your stories are good too. I will say that I really want to read Leo’s story. I think that as each story moved along they got better and the characters more developed. Which gives the reader a more comprehensive look at the lives of these characters. I think it would be a disservice to the series not to write Leo’s story as it will bring closure to the series and not leave readers wondering how Leo resolves being with a married woman who is also the mother of his unborn child. I hope the you choose to write his story. I would be first in line to buy it. I find myself rooting for these guys and wanting to see if they can make it back on top while still doing right by those they love!
Hi Nancy, sorry it has taken so long to reply to you, I didn’t see the comment until now. I’ll definitely think about writing Leo’s story. I wanted to thank you for your kind words. Right now, I’m writing under a new pen name, but I’ll get back to writing Tabitha books next year if it makes financial sense too. All the best and thanks again. Tabs xx