Biography

A native of south Louisiana, USA Today bestselling author Farrah Rochon officially began her writing career while waiting in between classes in the student lounge at Xavier University. She was named Shades of Romance Magazine's Best New Author of 2007. A two-time RITA nominee and a RT Book Reviews Reviewer’s Choice nominee, Farrah spends most of her time reading her favorite romance novels, hanging around on Twitter, and trying to attend as many Broadway shows as her budget will allow. 

Schedule

11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
State Capitol, House Committee Room 4
Discussion
A New Frontier: Electronic Publishing for the Digital Age

12:30 p.m. to 1:15 p.m.
Barnes & Noble Bookselling Tent
Book Signing

Holiday Temptations

’Tis the season to satisfy your holiday desires with this festive trio of sexy stories…

A Gift Of Love by Donna Hill

Drama professor Traci Long spends her free time at the CoffeeMate café, pursuing her true passion—writing her own plays. Meanwhile, sexy barista Noah Jefferson is doing his best to distract her. But once they get involved, past betrayals make Traci wary. She’s right that Noah is keeping something from her—but it might be something that will make this Christmas as sweet as a rave review—and steamier than her favorite chai latté…

Holiday Spice by Farrah Rochon

A Christmas-time tragedy took photographer Miranda Lawson’s holiday spirit with it. Since then, she’s traveled the world, determined to outrun her demons. This year she’s off to Istanbul. But the scenery isn’t the only gorgeous site she spots through her camera lens….Kyle Daniels loves Christmas, but he’s looking for escape too—and soon he and Miranda find it in each other’s arms. Yet their connection doesn’t end there. Maybe staying put isn’t such a bad idea after all—especially when there’s someone to celebrate with…

From Here To Serenity by K.M. Jackson

Unstoppable real-estate developer Ross Montgomery is under orders to get some holiday R&R. A cruise to Miami on his yacht, “The Serenity,” is the perfect place to start—especially when he meets his new personal chef, Essie Bradford. Between her calming presence, her amazing food, and her delectable beauty, Ross just might develop a taste for the good life. And when the two discover they have a lot in common—including an irresistible attraction—the next course may be a spicy New Year…