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I sold to Steeple Hill!

Captain's Log, Supplemental

Remember that romantic suspense proposal I blogged about earlier? Well, it just sold to Steeple Hill’s Love Inspired Suspense line!

I am so jazzed! I am beyond jazzed!

The story’s working title is Sinister Spa The story's title is Deadly Intent and here’s a blurb (but it’s probably not what will appear on the back of the book):

Massage therapist Naomi Grant could use a massage herself.

With her father at home recovering from a stroke, Naomi is put in charge of the family’s elite day spa in Sonoma county. The new responsibilities sit awkwardly on her shoulders, and things only get worse when handsome Dr. Devon Knightley breezes into the spa, demanding to see one of the female clients.

And the woman is found dead in Naomi’s massage room.

Suddenly, Naomi is a suspect and her family’s spa is shut down. How could God let this awful thing happen?

Devon only needed to see his ex-wife about a family necklace she still hadn’t returned, but when she dies and it’s discovered that her necklace—his family’s necklace—has been stolen, he’s the prime suspect.

Naomi and her family’s calm faith in this situation baffles him, but he’s more than willing to pair with the vivacious massage therapist to try to prove they’re both innocent.

However, the real murderer is still in Sonoma ... and their work isn’t done yet.

Note: The hero's name was changed from Ben to Devon, in case you were wondering.
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  1. Cecelia DowdyWed Jul 30, 03:08:00 AM 2008

    Like, wow!!! Sounds intriguing! I look forward to reading this! Mega congrats on your sale to Steeple Hill!

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  2. UnknownWed Jul 30, 04:36:00 AM 2008

    Congrats, Camy! Can't wait till it comes out!

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  3. Chas. FunderburgWed Jul 30, 05:13:00 AM 2008

    Camy:

    Congratulations, Gentle Sensei. Just goes to show you can't hold a good writer down. You are the bomb!

    Continued success to you, and may you sell millions of copies.

    Also, can't wait to read your third book in the Sushi Series as well.

    Blessings!
    Chas.

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  4. PattieWed Jul 30, 05:27:00 AM 2008

    I'm so proud of you!!!

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  5. Katie Hart - Pinterest ManagerWed Jul 30, 05:53:00 AM 2008

    Congrats! Can't wait to read it!

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  6. FedoraWed Jul 30, 05:56:00 AM 2008

    How fantastic!! Congrats! And can't wait to hear more!

    (Are you going to RWA, btw?)

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  7. Susan J. ReinhardtWed Jul 30, 06:08:00 AM 2008

    Hi Camy -

    Congratulations! I'm so excited for you.

    Blessings,
    Susan

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  8. LaraWed Jul 30, 06:51:00 AM 2008

    Way to go! I can see why they'd want it.

    Congratulations!

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  9. TinaWed Jul 30, 06:52:00 AM 2008

    Wow, congratulations! :D

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  10. Homemom3Wed Jul 30, 07:29:00 AM 2008

    Congratulations! Such great news!

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  11. AngieWed Jul 30, 08:18:00 AM 2008

    Congratulations!!!

    I love the Love Inspired Suspense line of books. Can't wait to read yours! :)

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  12. AnonymousWed Jul 30, 08:20:00 AM 2008

    Way to go, Camy! I can't wait to read it.

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  13. PatriciaWWed Jul 30, 09:07:00 AM 2008

    Oooh! Jumping up and down!

    Congratulations. It sounds like a great story. Can't wait to read it.

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  14. Cherie JWed Jul 30, 09:58:00 AM 2008

    Ooh! Sounds great! Congratulations Camy!

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  15. GracieWed Jul 30, 11:54:00 AM 2008

    Congratulations, Camy! Can't wait till it hits the shelves!

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  16. MelodyWed Jul 30, 01:02:00 PM 2008

    Your story sounds interesting. I'm so happy for you. I want to read this book.

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  17. MaureenWed Jul 30, 01:16:00 PM 2008

    Congratulations on your sale!

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  18. UnknownWed Jul 30, 02:18:00 PM 2008

    Congrats! I picked up Only Uni yesterday, can't wait to read it!

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  19. AnonymousWed Jul 30, 03:12:00 PM 2008

    WOO HOOO!!! Congratulations!! The book sounds great and I can't wait to read it!! How awesome for you!! yee hah!

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  20. BrittanieWed Jul 30, 03:22:00 PM 2008

    YEAH! I can't wait to read it. It looks very interesting. :)

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  21. AusjennyWed Jul 30, 04:01:00 PM 2008

    congrats thats wonderful news. I'm so happy for you

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  22. Helen BratkoWed Jul 30, 05:33:00 PM 2008

    Yay!! Congrats ((Camy)) I believe this is an answer to prayer. Yahoo!

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  23. Camy TangWed Jul 30, 05:56:00 PM 2008

    Thanks, everyone! And thanks for the prayers, too!
    Camy

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  24. UnknownWed Jul 30, 10:28:00 PM 2008

    Sounds great.......congratulations!

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  25. StaceyThu Jul 31, 05:27:00 AM 2008

    Congratulations, Camy! I can't wait to read it!!!

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  26. SherylThu Jul 31, 06:42:00 PM 2008

    Congratulations Camy! The book sounds great. I'll look forward to reading it when it's released.

    Blessings,
    Sheryl

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  27. AnonymousFri Aug 01, 09:07:00 AM 2008

    Camy, congrats. I can't wait to read it. Now the important question. Where can we get it when it comes out?

    bev

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  28. Camy TangFri Aug 01, 05:46:00 PM 2008

    Thanks, Bev!

    You'll be able to get it on Amazon (you can preorder it too) and it should be in most Christian bookstores and Barnes and Noble and Borders. I'll also let people know on my newsletter when it's available.

    Camy

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  29. Lynda Lee SchabSat Aug 02, 11:00:00 AM 2008

    Congrats, Camy! You are such an inspiration. I am currently writing a Mom-lit series but after that I have a couple great ideas for mysteries/suspense novels. It's cool to see you on that same road. Of course, you're way ahead of me in the fast lane. Can't wait to read this one! Sounds way awesome!

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  30. UnknownThu Sep 04, 05:36:00 PM 2008

    WOO HOO, Camy. Welcome to the group! :D

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  31. blueberry pieTue Jun 02, 07:56:00 PM 2009

    I am reading it this very moment. I can't put it down.. :)

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  32. Camy TangWed Jun 03, 12:28:00 AM 2009

    That is so cool! Thanks for telling me. That just made my day!
    Camy

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