2021 saw the publication of a milestone book. 

When I finished ROCKY MOUNTAIN HOME in 2017, I had plans for the spinoff to Heart Falls. I thought that I'd be nice to my aging brain, and start writing shorter series instead of long, tangled and complicated family sagas.

Ha. HAHA. HAHAHHahahahaHAHHAHAH!!!!

Okay, it sort of worked. For a bit. I wrote the first 3 Stones books, which accidentally contained the first of the Christmas series. Then 3 Coleman books, and by the time they were done I'd been mixing up series and storylines like I usually did.

So of course it was time to go do something REALLY simple: a return to Rocky Mountain House, with glimpses of all the previous happily-ever-after couples, their kids, the pregnancies, the plotting of mischief. AND the return of the missing Uncle Mark.

I can't even tell you how long it took to figure out how old everyone was, name their kids and somehow figure out who got to star on the page.

But in the end, I'm thrilled with what landed. A joyous return to favourite friends and a very heart-felt and necessary falling in love for two of the older members of the family.

This book was a ton of work, but looking back, I remember the sensation of happiness in my own soul. It was a love offering to you, my readers, to be able to share one more peek into the Six Pack world.

ROCKY MOUNTAIN FOREVER

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Two more stories in the Heart Falls world released this year.

Ginny Stone played a big part in the almost-final Six Pack ranch book (ROCKY MOUNTAIN HOME). Since then, she's been dropping into the Heart Falls picture only for brief moments.

This was her chance to come home. In some ways, I think I felt like she did. As if I wasn't sure how to make everyone know she really did belong.

But does she ever!—her and Tucker both. A RANCHER'S LOVE was also a chance to go back in time a little and share some more moments with the Stone's parents, especially Ginny's mom.

I hope you enjoyed this visit back to Silver Stone.

A RANCHER'S LOVE

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With themes of opposites attract and hero in pursuit, the holiday offering this year was a lot of fun. Alex had big intentions of convincing Yvette that, in spite of past differences, they belong together. He created a marvellous ‘advent calendar' out of an old chest of drawers. As Yvette opened one drawer a day, we saw the mischief and magic of the holidays at work!

I'd like to also make a nod to the fact that not all of us have Hallmark-happy extended family situations. This book shares a path to finding acceptance of that, and happiness in spite of the disappointment.

A COWBOY'S CHRISTMAS LIST:

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If you follow me on social media, starting this past summer you might have noticed some of the promo graphics were not in English!

I have begun translations into French and German, and so far the response has been great. If you have family or friends who prefer to read in those languages, let them know that there are plans in place to translate my most popular series over the coming years.

In 2021 we completed moving the entire Borealis Bears trilogy into French and German, and the first two books of the Stones of Heart Falls in French. Eight translations in total!

If you want to see what they all look like, there's a couple new sections on my website. It's all so pretty!

TEN books went to audio in 2021.

Rocky Mountain Forever completes the Six Pack ranch series

A Rancher's Love brings The Stones of Heart Falls to 4/5 completed.

A Hero's Christmas Hope and A Cowboy's Christmas List  both came out in time for the holiday season which means we're nearly complete in that series as well!

Plus, the entire Granite Lake Wolves series released in audio this fall.

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In 2022 all new books should have audio release simultaneously with the ebook and print versions.

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You can find ALL my audio books listed in one spot and purchase at your favourite retailer. If you shop at Amazon, and you already own the ebook, you can get the audio for a special whispersynced lower price. (FYI!)

VIVIAN AREND AUDIO BOOKS!

Never tried an audio book? We explain how HERE.

Every year I look back and see the things I've accomplished and know they're all based on a solid foundation. The people in my writing world who support and lift me up. I truly couldn't do this without them.

I miss getting together in person with my assistant Nic so much. We've got our fingers crossed for 2022, but in the meantime, we chat online, and she untangles the messes I make. I adore having her on my team, and she really is what keeps the Arend Publishing wheels turning.

Editing has been going smoothly with Angie and Manu's wonderful assistance. Covers were made by Damonza and Croco Designs. Audio books narrated by the talented Tanya Eby/Tatiana Sokolov. My friend and agent Laura Bradford continues to try to find new ways to get my books into new markets.

The one area I didn't get to fill my well this year was in face to face time with friends. I'm very grateful for technology these days, though. While it's not the same as sitting around the table together, chatting online has meant keeping in touch. Brainstorming through ideas, and lifting each other up as much as possible. I'm so grateful for the women in my life who are there for me.

Release: February 22 

Surprise!! I've once again gathered scenes featuring Heart Falls friends, this time based around reader favourite moments—Girls night out. Guys night out. 

Like the last Vignette Collection, Three Weddings and a Baby, this book has a set of vignettes in it and a short story. Unlike the previous collection, though, only two of the vignettes have been seen before (two new ones to enjoy). AND the short story is getting to see Ivy and Walker find their forever family!!

The collection is titled Girls Night Out only because I couldn't get GIRLS NIGHT OUT AND GUYS NIGHT OUT AND IVY AND WALKER ADOPT OMG!!! on the cover and make it look right, but that's what's in here.

**bonus** Tucker and Ginny’s wedding included.

I love that I can share these stories with you!

Preorder GIRLS NIGHT OUT:

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RELEASE DATE: May 17

Surprise # 2: the bonus book for 2022. 

So, this was supposed to be the short story that fit with the vignette collection. But no… It got wordy. Lol. Wordy enough to make Rose and Chance's story a stand alone novella that will be out in May.

A girls' night out gone wrong (you'll read it in the vignette collection) eventually leads to Rose's happily-ever after. Story also includes another bachelor auction, and a guys' night out intervention for the new hero. A hero with a sexy Irish accent. 😀

I hope you're as excited for this as I am! 

ROSE'S ONE NIGHT TO FOREVER

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RELEASE DATE: September 13

Oh, Ashton… You stubborn, sexy man.

Yup, I know I'm a meany, making everyone wait an entire year to enjoy the finale to the Holidays in Heart Falls series. Especially since chronologically, it will tie in right after last year's story.

But this is how my writing rolled, so make sure you've preordered and are ready for this Ode to a Christmas Carol done Heart Falls style. (That means with kissing!)

We'll be traveling back in time to when the Fields family and Sonora Fallen moved to Heart Falls, and then fill in the intriguing glimpses we've had of Ashton and Sonora over the past Heart Falls holiday stories.

And once we've visited the ghosts of Christmas Past, and Christmas Present, maybe a little Christmas Future will help these two older lovebirds to finally have the happily-ever-after they deserve.

Preorder A RANCHER'S CHRISTMAS KISS:

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RELEASE DATE: November 15

Surprise # 3!!

Here's the official announcement. 2022 will see the arrival of A Cowboy's Claim:The Skyes of Heart Falls: Book 1.

Do I have an official blurb yet? I do not! Lol.

I can tell you Emmett Skye is bringing his entire family to a new home in Heart Falls. Unfortunately, they're also bringing secrets and danger.

The heroine is Petra Sorenson! She thought moving to Heart Falls would be a great way to be closer to her beloved brother, yet farther from the trouble she's accidentally brought on herself.

Emmett + Petra = massive chemistry and trouble like Heart Falls has never seen before!

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No preorders yet! We'll let you know once it's ready.

Another release in ???

One thing I realized as I went over this review was that this past year is only the second time since I started writing that I didn't put out a paranormal title. There were reasons for that, but i do love my paranormal books as well as the contemporary cowboys. So while I know about the four titles that are already up for preorder, (or almost up!) beyond that?

Maybe I'll get to jump into the Timberwolf Lodge idea I have. Maybe something else?

You keep reading, I'll keep writing.

Looking back, once again, it's you, my readers, that hold a special place in my heart.

For so many reasons. Shall we count the ways?

I'm not a super social online person, so I appreciate that those of you who are still enjoy my small forages into your realm without hoping for me to set up permacamp online.

I appreciate the letters I get. The reviews. The reviews that pop up on more than one vendor! It astonishes me, and thank you!

I really appreciate the word of mouth I know is happening. When I hear from someone who tells me “My friend told me to read your books and I'm glad because I love them!” <==Means The World To Me. Truly.

I've heard people say that the Colemans are like friends. That they wish they could visit Heart Falls. That they'd love to attend a girls' night out with the crew.

Me too, frankly, but also? I'd love to be able to sit down and have a cup of coffee or tea with you. To visit and find out more about you. Because if you love my books, you've gotten a bit of me in each of them, so I think we'd have a lovely visit.

Since that isn't possible, I'll do my best to keep writing happily-ever-afters we can meet in instead.

Lots of love, and may you find joy and peace in 2022.

XO, Viv