Welcome to Mandy's Madhouse
Home of Romance Author
Amanda Ashley

I recently became a fan of Beauty and the Beast. What took me so long?????


All the water in the world
no matter how it tried
could never sink the smallest ship
unless it got inside.

All the evil of the world
and every kind of sin
could never damn a human soul
unless we let it in.


Just for Fun...
These are puzzles made from some of my book covers.

Night's Mistress

Seize the Lightning

Embrace the Night

Night's Touch

Night's Kiss

After Twilight

Apache Runaway Puzzle

Apache Runaway Inside Cover

If you'd like to make puzzles from your own pictures, go to Jigzone


Someone asked me the other day if my family reads my books, which reminded me of the following:

My daughter-in-law, who is the only one in the family who reads my books, told me she and my son were going somewhere in the car and she was reading one of my books out loud. When she got to a love scene, my son said, "Stop! I don't even want to know what she was thinking!"

I always thought that was really funny. There's one other incident I thought was really funny. My best friend said she was reading one of my books and she laughed out loud. Her son was in the room and asked what she was reading. She replied, "One of Mandy's books", and he said, "If Mandy wrote it, how funny can it be?"

It's comments like that that keep me humble .

My Fav Cover Models

JimmyThomas


Fabulous Fabio








Past Contest Winners

2013

April
Linda R.
DEAD SEXY

March
Shannon M.
NIGHT'S MASTER

February
Angel H.
DESIRE AFTER DARK

January
Mary M.
EMBRACE THE NIGHT

2012
December
Melissa J.
BOOK OF CHOICE

November
Kayla E.
DEAD SEXY

October
Deb S.
EVERLASTING KISS

September
Efrain M.
BOUND BY NIGHT

August
Suzz

July
Cynthia E.
STROKE OF MIDNIGHT

June
Mary
MIDNIGHT PLEASURES

May
Joan W.
BOUND BY BLOOD

April
Heather
AFTER SUNDOWN

March
Mary M.
NIGHT'S KISS

February
Debbie F.
IMMORTAL SINS

January
Penny H.
MIDNIGHT PLEASURES

2011
December
Susan L.
BOUND BY NIGHT

November
Cheryl L.
NIGHT'S MASTER

October
Penny V.
NIGHT'S KISS

August
Suzy R.
EVERLASTING KISS

July
Sherri W.
DEAD SEXY

June
Victoria R.
DESIRE AFTER DARK

May
Sharon B.
UNDER APACHE SKIES

March
Elizabeth M.
IMMORTAL SINS

Feb.
J. Isley
Book of Choice

Jan.
Melissa K.
DEAD SEXY

2010
Dec.
Victoria R.
IMMORTAL SINS

Nov.
Nancy O.
Book of Choice

Oct.
DEAD SEXY
Megan

Sept.
STROKE OF MIDNIGHT
Jenny

August
COMANCHE FLAME
Tammy T.

July
NIGHT'S MASTER
Adrianna M.

June
NIGHT'S PLEASURE
Austin R.

May
IMMORTAL SINS
Virginia C.

April
NIGHT'S KISS
Kara C.

March
Book of Choice
Virginia W.

February
DUDE RANCH BRIDE
WEST TEXAS BRIDE
Joy I.

January
DEAD PERFECT
Crystal P.

2009
December
Book of Choice
Nancy O.

November
WOLF SHADOW
Emma M.

October
LAKOTA LOVE SONG
Dana L.

September
DEAD PERFECT
Scheherazade

August
NIGHT'S PLEASURE
Tammy M.

July
DAKOTA DREAMS
Tammy

June
COMANCHE FLAME
Lee Ann

May
NIGHT'S MASTER
Crystal B.

April
ENCHANTED CROSSINGS
Rita

March
BOOK OF CHOICE
Tammy C.

February
NIGHT'S KISS
Jackie W.

January
UNDER APACHE SKIES
Kathy C.

2008
December
MIDNIGHT PLEASURES
Melissa K.

October
WOLF SHADOW
Dr. Robert S.

September
NIGHT'S TOUCH
Angela P.

August
NIGHT'S KISS
Lynn K.

July
APACHE RUNAWAY
Kara G.

June
ARC NIGHT'S MASTER
Kimmy L.

May
DEAD PERFECT
Cheri O.

April
DEAD SEXY
Becky

March
Book of Choice
Natalie M.

February
APACHE FLAME
Dena

January
NIGHT'S KISS
Sweeper

<2007

December
Book of Choice
Janet C.

November
ARC DEAD PERFECT
Sharon R.

October
AFTER TWILIGHT
Maureen E.

September
RECKLESS EMBRACE
Paula

August
SHADES OF GRAY
Bobbi R.

July
DEAD SEXY
Poohkie

June
EVERY INCH A COWBOY
Odette

May
DUDE RANCH BRIDE
Chip

April
UNDER APACHE SKIES
Crystal G.

March
ARC of
NIGHT'S TOUCH
Cynthya P.

February
SPIRIT'S SONG
Lea H.

January
DAKOTA DREAMS
Crystal A.

2006
December
ARC of DEAD SEXY
Amanda B.

November
Lee Ann

October
SHADES OF GRAY
Lynn D.

September
DESIRE AFTER DARK
Natalie G.

August
THE ANGEL AND THE OUTLAW
Holly

July
STROKE OF MIDNIGHT
Kim W.

June
AFTER TWILIGHT
Amanda

May
EVERY INCH A COWBOY
Candis B.

April
UNDER APACHE SKIES
Savannah R.

March
DAKOTA DREAMS
Joyce B.

February
Book of Choice
Kathleen

January
Book of Choice
Melissa L.

2005
December
ARC of DESIRE AFTER DARK
Jerri Lynn P.

November
A FRONTIER CHRISTMAS
Linda S.

October
DAKOTA DREAMS
Advance Reading Copy
EJ S.

September
LAKOTA LEGACY
April H.

August
CHASE THE LIGHTNING
Bonnie W.

July
ENCHANTED CROSSINGS
Sherry H.

June
EVERY INCH A COWBOY
Mary S.

May
NIGHT'S KISS
Lora

April
APACHE RUNAWAY
Janet G.

March
AFTER TWILIGHT
Earlene G.

February
STROKE OF MIDNIGHT
Kathy S.

January
UNDER APACHE SKIES
Heather L.

2004
December
A FRONTIER CHRISTMAS
Charlotte P.

November
NIGHT'S KISS manuscript
Elizabeth C.

October
CALLIE'S COWBOY
Dena W.

September
CHASE THE WIND
Joan A.

August
WOLF SHADOW
Tammy Y

July
MIDNIGHT PLEASURES
Louis K.

June
AFTER TWILIGHT
Sylvia

May
APACHE FLAME
Tamilynn F.

April
A WHISPER OF ETERNITY
Diane D.

March
LAKOTA LEGACY
Julie F.

February
RENEGADE HEART
DUDE RANCH BRIDE
Emily R.

January
WEST TEXAS BRIDE
Angel F.

2003
December
MIDNIGHT PLEASURES
Kim W.

November
FORBIDDEN FIRES
Lachelle W.

October
LAKOTA LEGACY
Holly T.

Septmber
WOLF SHADOW
Shari M.

August
A DARKER DREAM
Susan B.

July
RECKLESS DESIRE
Cathie M.

June
THE CAPTIVE
Lisa A.

May
RECKLESS EMBRACE
Sharon

April
DEEPER THAN THE NIGHT
Rayana H.

March
APACHE RUNAWAY
Chere G.

February
AFTER SUNDOWN
Julee G.

January
AFTER TWILIGHT
Lisa C.

2002
December
DUDE RANCH BRIDE
Tina W.

November
A FRONTIER CHRISTMAS
Elisabeth M.

October
HAWK'S WOMAN
Jeannie S.

September
UNFORGETTABLE
Eva M.

August
SUNLIGHT MOONLIGHT
Theresa

July
APACHE RUNAWAY
Zari-Ellen T.

June
SPIRIT'S SONG
Jean P.

May
BENEATH A MIDNIGHT MOON
Jennifer G.

April
LOVE IN THE WIND
Melissa L.

March
LACEY'S WAY
Nancy E.

February
EMBRACE THE NIGHT
Daniela B.

January
MIDNIGHT EMBRACE
Mellissa P.

2001
December
LAKOTA LOVE SONG
Patti B.

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CONTEST INFO




MANDY'S MAY CONTEST


Congratulations to Linda R. She's the winner of my April contest. I'll be sending her a signed copy of DEAD SEXY, cover proofs for AS TWILIGHT FALLS and NIGHT'S MISTRESS, assorted Ashley bookmarks, and a Gary Allan keychain.

The prize for May will be a copy of DESIRE AFTER DARK cover proofs for AS TWILIGHT FALLS and NIGHT'S MISTRESS, and assorted bookmarks.

I have a new guestbook. My computer crashed, taking most of my info with it....so, if you'd like to be eligible for my May contest, please sign the new guestbook. Sorry for the inconvenience! If you've already signed the new one, you're in. However, feel free to sign again as I love to hear from you.

CONTEST NOTE: I hate to have to do this, but due to a gigantic price hike for foreign mail, the contest will now be open only to residents of the United States. A book to Portugal, for instance, cost over $12 to mail; one to Canada costs over $9.

Wishing you all a Happy Spring!
Mandy






Questions and Comments

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I wanted to thank you for including my review for Desire the Night on your site. I loved the book as I have the paranormals you have written. One small thing, and it's not bigee it happens all the time, my name is misspelled. Can't wait to get my hands on your next release.
Annetta

Hi Annetta ~ thanks for letting me know. I've corrected your name :) Sorry about that. And thanks, again, for the wonderful review! Mandy 5/20/13

I just want to say that I'm reading nights master and it is so amazing I can't wait to read pleasure and then on to nights mistress. Thank you so much for the book marks. I truly love your books. Thanks Krystal :-D

Hi Krystal ~ Happy to know you're enjoying Night's Master. I love the Cordova family Hope you had a wonderful weekend. Mandy 5/19/13

Thank you very much. I love your book As Twilight falls it was fantastic just like any other I'm looking forward to your next book
Have a great week
Carmen

Hi Carmen ~ I'm so glad you enjoyed As Twilight Falls!!!!! Can't wait to hear what you think of Night's Mistress :) Mandy 5/13/13

Do you know if there's going to be more sequels to Night Mistress or anymore vampires stories cooking on the pot?
Efrain

Hi Efrain ~ Yes, there is a sequel to Night's Mistress. It will be out next February. Mandy 5/11/13

hi Mandy, I just read your new book As Twilight Falls, it was Totally Awesome, I'm looking forward to read Night Mistress and Maras son "the sequel" coming on February 2013.

Hi~ I'm so glad you enjoyed As Twilight Falls!!! I'm anxious - and a little nervous - to get my readers reaction to Night's Mistress. I mean, so many of my readers have been waiting for Mara's story....I'm really afraid of disappointing them. Mandy 5/11/13

Hello amanda
I'm so in love with your books. There the high light of my day when a new book comes out. I would love to be in your next contest. To win one of your books and somthing signed from you. If its to much to ask if I could get a book mark from you.
Sincerely Carmen

Hi Carmen ~ To be in my contest, all you have to do is sign my guestbook, and you're in until I get a new guestbook. As for bookmarks, if you email me your address, I'll be happy to send you some. Mandy 5/11/13

Hi mandy, I was wondering if I could have one of your bookmarks? If not its ok, I will still continue to read your awesome books!!! Thanks Krystal... :)

Hi Krystal ~ email me your address with bookmark in the subject line :) Hope you're having a wonderful day! Mandy 5/5/13

Hi Amanda,
I want to say that you are an amazing writer, and I love your books. You have a great gift, and everyone can read them. I have read so many of your books. The 1st one Iever read was shades of grey.. I finished that one in 2 weeks. Then I read after sundown, and I read that one in about 8 days. Then I moved to bound by night and finished that one in 2 days. But, I hope your spring is going good so far. Hope to hear from you soon!

Hi ~ I'm happy to know you've enjoyed my books. All I can say is, wow! You sure read fast!!!!! Aside from my hard drive crashing, everything is good!!!! Thanks to the good people at Staples, I didn't loose anything, although, thankfully, I had my current WIP backed up. A happy spring to you, too. Mandy 4/16/13

Hello Mandy,
Thank you so much for offering to send me the bookmarks! I just sent you an email. =)
I was wondering, do you know if some of the earlier books you wrote will be in ebook format anytime soon? Such as A Whisper of Eternity, A Darker Dream, Shades of Gray, After Sundown, Midnight Embrace, Embrace the Night, and Sunlight Moonlight?
I have read almost everything else you have written and would definitely buy these if they came out in ebook format!
Thank You!
Dawn

Hi Dawn ~ I'll get those bookmarks in the mail tomorrow. As for the books you mention, I believe most of them are available as eBooks from Amazon, or will be soon. Mandy 4/14/13

Hello Mandy!
I haven't been on this site for a while, but I just recently finished "Desire the Night" and it was fantastic! It was another wonderful read! I can't wait for the next books of yours to come out! I was wondering do you have book marks for Night's Mistress, Dead Sexy, and As Twilight Falls? I would absolutely love a few bookmarks from you! I also read your "Working On" section and it sounds like it will be another amazing book!
Thank You! Dawn Collander

Hi Dawn ~ I'm glad you enjoyed Desire the Night. Thanks for letting me know :) I do have bookmarks for the books you mentioned. If you email me at DarkWritr@aol.com I'll be glad to send them to you. Just remind me which ones you want. I'm happy you enjoyed reading what I'm working on now. I've been having a good time writing it....at the moment, I'm trying to figure out how to tie up the loose ends and give my hero and heroine a happy ending! Mandy 4/13/13

Are there new books coming out after Desire the night and his dark embrace for those series? thanks

Hi ~ I sorry to say I don't have any plans for sequels to either of these books at the moment. I'm currently working on a sequel to Night's Mistress, which is Mara's story. Mandy 4/5/13

Hi, Mandy

LOL yes I know that one oh so well! Trouble with me is I’ve got pens and notepads all over the house but still can’t find one when needed – lol lord only knows why our characters delight in talking to us when we try to sleep it don’t seem to matter how tired I am my mind is abuzz constantly! I think the paranormal ones are the worse because of the endless possibilities of them - my vampiric character Alexis (Waiting On Sundown) wasn’t happy with how I ended Chp 1 and literally will not leave me alone but he’s not really saying anything meritable and oddly enough I have a case of writer’s block, lol don’t ask me how that one works! – the endless joys of being a writer! And boy how I love it :) I’m moving into a place soon that’s stuck in-between the two parks that inspired 2 of my works and these heroes don’t get along and neither shuts up – boy is that goanna be fun! lol

by the way thanks for writing Shades of Grey, (and all your others) its a delight things have been trying here of late and I knew they would be so I pick one of your books cuz they hold the most power for me. Inspiring entertaining and a delightful momentary escape. Trouble is sometimes I love reading them so much it’s hard to put it down to get on with things – lol you’re a wonderful writer. Love your books. Thanks so much.

Take Care
Ella



Hi Mandy,
Oh thank you so much, I remember now, it was a book I sadly don’t own but read a library copy of about 4 years ago. Thanks so much it was bugging me like crazy, here’s an example as a fellow writer you might understand. Have you ever had an idea and didn’t have a pen and paper handy then later when you have pen in hand you for the life of you cannot remember what it was and it just seems to sit there in your subconscious like a little voice laughing ‘narddy nar ha you can’t remember’ that’s what it was like – lol so thanks for clearing it up, no wonder I couldn’t find the answer digging out my book collection as the golden book wasn’t there! :) thanks. Hope you have a happy spring too here’s it’s almost winter (or at least what AUS calls winter – lol)
All the best!
Ella

Hi Ella ~ Yes, I've had those moments when an idea came to me and I didn't have a pen at hand. It's usually late at night and I'm too lazy to get up and write it down, certain I'll remember in the morning, but I never do, so now I keep paper and pencil on my night stand!!!! Mandy 4/4/13


Hi Mandy – hope you had a great weekend.
I’m pleased to say I’ve finally stumbled across a copy of ‘shades of grey’ I’m only 37pages in lol but I’m loving it already however it is seriously driving me crazy who is Edward Ramsey? Is he by chance in any of your other books? His name sounds so hauntingly familiar I can almost swear I’ve read about him in one of your other books. Am I right or is it just a quirky sense of deja vu with no grounding?
All the best
Ella

Hi Ella ~ You're right. Edward Ramsey is also in After Sundown :) Happy Spring! Mandy 4/3/13

Hi Mandy,
Thanks for the advice - hope you have a good long weekend!
All the Best!
Ella

You're welcome, Ella. Best of luck to you! Mandy 3/26/13

Hi Mandy just thought I’d drop by and say hi, great to hear your writing another 'Night' story I really love that series I’m sure there are a few good oldies of them I’m actually yet to read! *yay!* My local bookstore tells me were getting in some of your books next month, saving my pennies for those naturally lol
Quick Query, I’ve re-read some of my work and in parts it reads like I’m trying to get all this info and such out all at once like I’m talking without taking a breath, I’m not that wise in the realm of the written word but even I can tell that’s not good, in fact since I got my north and west mixed up in Waiting On Sundown and had a few other little typos despite my fine tooth combing I think I can see why I lost the contest. Any advice on how to smooth out my work?
Eagerly awaiting your new books, I’m sure I’ll love em!
Happy Easter!
Ella

Hi Ella ~ I wish I could tell you how to write, but, unfortunately, I can't. There are, however, numerous books out there that might be able to help. I sometimes write really long sentences myself. Luckily, my critique group is good at catching those! One thing that I've found really helps is reading your work out loud.
A Happy Easter to you, too! Mandy 3/23/13


Hi Mandy,
I just wanted to let you know that you are my #1 FAVORITE AUTHOR! I randomly chose one of your books at Barnes n Noble and ever since I've been stuck. I could read your books over and over. Love ya.
-Robyn

Hi Robyn ~ I'm thrilled to be your favorite author! You've made my day!!!! Have a great weekend and a blessed and happy Easter. Mandy 3/23/13

hi Mandy, this is Efrain Martinez, I wrote you about your new book "As Twilight Falls" coming on hardback or hardcover for sale on double day book club, but I forgot to write my name as the person who make comment, I still checking for your other book " Night Mistress" I did pre-order both on Amazon.com, they are going to sale the soft cover version, I did pre-order also the hard cover version of as twilight falls and I am waiting to pre-order "night mistress" on hard cover as soon as double day book club put it up for sale on their website.
thanks
Efrain

Hi Efrain ~ I had a feeling it was you. Since Night's Mistress won't be out until August, it might be a month or two before it's available in hard back. Take care! Mandy 3/23/13


Mandy Your new book as twilight falls is going to be available for sale on hardcover on doubleday book club. I pre-order my copy.

Hey, thanks for letting me know!!!! Mandy 3/15/13

Hi Mandy,
I started rereading you books and it's taking me down memory lane from when I first read them. You are my favorite author and what got me into paranormal books. When is the next time you will do a book signing tour? Alanna
alannajoyce@aol.com

Hi Alanna ~ I think it's great that you're re-reading my old books! As for a book signing tour, I've never done that. It's something that's usually suggested by an author's publisher, or used to be. I'm not sure it's done much any more, although I know Kenyon does it. I think she has her own bus. Take care. Mandy 2/25/13

Hey such a fan. But question is your new beneath the midnight moon by amanda ashley different from beneath the moon by madeline baker 1993? its the only one I can find! I must have missed the newer one in stores cause I can't find it in walmart or target or booksmillion online. all they have is kindle reader. I know weird question but I have all you books and have it on my phone when your new ones come out and just missing this one lol. Thanks for reading

Hi ~ There's only one Midnight Moon. It was originally published by Leisure Books. When Zebra reissued it, they wanted to use my Ashley name because all my Zebra books are Ashley books. It isn't available in print any more, although I hope that might change somewhere down the road. Mandy 2/17/13

Hello Mandy, could you please tell me if your new book "AS TWILIGHT FALLS" is going to be on hardback, I checked amazon.com and you can pre order the soft cover book which I did already, how ever I am interested on buying a hardcover as well for my private book collection, please let me know. thanks
Efrain

Hi Efrain ~ Always good to hear from you. I don't know if AS TWILIGHT FALLS will be available in hardback. I think most of them have been, but at the moment, I just don't know. If you can't find one after the book is published, let me know. I'll know more by then. Mandy 2/5/13

Hi Mandy,

I'm so happy to hear that nights mistress is coming this year! Your nights collection are easily my favourite books of all time, I've lost count of how many times I've read them! Bin trying my hardest not the read them in anticipation for the new 1 but I give in last night and I'm happy to be reading them again. I've shared your books round all my friends and we all anxiously awaiting Mara's story.
Thankyou for bringing such a delightful story into our lives!
Robbie

Hi Robbie ~ I'm glad you've enjoyed my Night books. They seem to be a reader favorite. It took such a long time to get Night's Mistress in the pipeline, I just hope everyone thinks it was worth the wait!!!! Mandy 2/4/13

Mandy Hello My Friend, How have you been? I haven't written in a while. While waiting for your next book I picked up a copy of City of Bones by Cassandra Clare. I am only in the first few chapters but It looks good so far. Don't know if you are looking forward to the movie? Will Its getting later or should I say early, so back to bed, got to love saturdays. Thanks, Marie L

Hi Marie ~ I've been good. I read City of Bones. Thought it was pretty good. Will probably see the movie as long as it isn't rated R. Hope you had a wonderful holiday. Mandy 1/5/13

Mrs. Ashley
I wanted to start off by saying that I love your books. They grab my attention like no others. You are by far my favorite author of all time, I look forward to all your new books. Question though how do I sign up for the contest cause I would love to win a book signed by my favorite author!!
Thanks tons Carmen!

Hi Carmen ~ I'm glad to know you've enjoyed my books and delighted to be your favorite author! You're in the contest. Best of luck to you! And a very Merry Christmas! Mandy 12/19/12

Hi Mandy,
Glad you had a good time at your son’s house. My Q of ‘The Hero’s Condition’ was kind of rhetorical, all my men (clears throat – um mean ‘characters’-lol) suffer the same condition I don’t write them that way they just pop into my head that way, I only seem to form the rest of their personality and back stories. I think it’s one of the reasons why writers and readers find the heroes so irresistible and intriguing. I know I do. ;)
I’d read it for sure if you ever write that wizard story, maybe the story could have a connection to Darkfest (shrugs) just a thought.
All the Best
Ella

Ella, let's face it, those Alpha guys make the best heroes. I don't know if they'd always be the easiest to live with, but, again, they make the best, most interesting heroes. I think most women want a man who can take care of them no matter what, and if they're sometimes arrogant or overbearing, well, that's part of the package! Mandy 11/28/12

Hi Mandy,
Happy Thanksgiving! Hope you are having a wonderful day! Mine kicked off to a good start, breakfast in bed while I finished reading Darkfest! Tell me Mandy, why is it the men of the romance world never realize the power the heroine hold? LOL Most powerful wizard in the lands and yet he’s as vulnerable as a new born kitten! LOL
Thanks for writing Darkfest – it’s one of my favs
Hope you have fun
Take Care
Ella

Hi Ella ~ I had a lovely Thanksgiving at my son's house. Had to laugh at your question. I guess the answer is it's a well-guarded secret! I'm glad you enjoyed Darkfest. It's one of my favorites. I'd like to do another wizard story one of these days. Mandy 11/17/12

Hi Mandy! I love your books!

Thank you! I love writing them!!!! Mandy 11/11/12

Hi Mandy, Happy Be-lated Halloween! Hope you had a great one! We didn't do much where I lvie and got about 10 trick or treaters, we also live on a dead-end dirt road though...Lol Good to hear your away from the storms and I'm praying for all who were affected by the storms. Dawn

Hi Dawn ~ We had a nice Halloween. Spent it with our youngest son and his family. Watching the devastation from that storm....it was just unbelievable. My heart goes out to all those affected by it. Mandy 11/5/12

Hi, Mandy
Just dropping by to wish you a Happy Halloween! I hope you are fair away from the storms and that you are ok. Take care and Have fun! All the Best
Ella

Hi Ella ~ thanks for thinking of me. We're on the West Coast, enjoying warm weather. My heart goes out to those in the East who are without electricity and water, and especially to those who have lost everything. Wishing you a Happy Halloween as well. Mandy 10-20-12

Mandy I love your everlasting books, they are full of romance and love and especially Vamps love it

Thanks bunches!!!!! So glad you liked them. Mandy 10/30/12

Hi Mandy, I have just discovered your books, and I love them. I am completely in love with all things vampires, and your books definately fit the bill.

Thank you! I'm delighted to know you're enjoying my books. I love writing them. I'm really excited about my upcoming book, As Twilight Falls, which I think is one of my best, and a little different from the others. Mandy 10/30/12

Mrs. Ashley;
I have to tell you I have been a fan of your's for almost 20 years. I Have always loved vampire, supernatural and romance stories and one day about 17 or 18 years ago in a book store in Houston, TX I discovered one of your books. I have always been very picky about what I read, the book's description really has to 'grab me' for me to even consider it, well my best friend and then roommate and I were on a book shopping expedition and she first noticed your book, 'Embrace the Night'. Well I read the description and was intrigued so I bought it; I read it in one night. After that I made it a point to buy every book of that genre that you have written. I have to tell you that not only have your books been entertaining for me, but also a means for escape. A little over 12 years ago my mother suffered a stroke and we found she had terminal lung cancer. We were told that either someone stay at home with Mama or she would have to go into a home so I quit my job and took care of my mother 24/7 until her death a little over a year later. I did this by myself and can tell you it can be one of the most heartbreaking things a person can ever do because of the knowledge you have of the inevitable, but I wouldn't have changed my choice. However, there were times when Mama would be sleeping that I would need to 'get away' but since that wasn't physically possible I settled for mentally and intellectually, by reading your books. These books were my constant companions during this time and several other times in my life when I needed a mental break. I think I can honestly say that having the gift of your books there helped get me through the bad spots for all these years. I know it sounds crazy but I found that being able to just step back and 'zone out' with these stories let me be better able to cope with the stresses when I would come back into reality. Thank you so much. As a side note; Ive taken to keeping a list of your books so I can keep track of what I have and what I need to add to my collection. Thank you again for gift of your imagination and your words.

Thank you for sharing your thoughts with me. I've always felt whatever talent I have to be a gift from God, and I'm glad I was able to share it with you and that it made a difference in your life. Your mother was lucky to have a daughter like you. I'm sure you miss her. I know I still miss mine. Mandy 10/11/12

Hello Mrs. Baker, the other day I was watching an old movie, it was Dracula vs Billy the Kid, it was pretty good, I really enjoy it, and my question is, has it ever occured to you write a Old Western-Vampire book?

I don't think I've ever heard of Dracula vs. Billy the Kid. But, to answer your question, I have thought writing an Old West-vampire book. Others have also suggested it, but I've never been able to come up with a decent plot. Maybe one of these days....Mandy 10/10/12

Hi Mandy, it amazes me that you don't get to choose your book covers! I have loved all the covers you have and like most book covers that my favorite authors have but it's still too bad. On another note, have you ever seen the TV show, Once Upon a Time? I've heard it's very good and have been thinking about buying the first season. ~ Dawn

Hi Dawn ~ I have on occasion suggested what I'd like to see on a cover, but mainly it's the art department's decision. As for Once Upon a Time, yes, I've seen it. I love it! Mandy 10/6/12

Hello Mandy, I have a question for you, are you able to pick what your book covers look like? I had asked another author this and she said that she has no choice in what cover is officially used. Just a curious thing for me, you write the book it seems only fair that you are able to choose the cover that represents it. Thank You, Dawn BTW Love the book marks and book covers!!! Thanks so much!

Hi Dawn ~ Sadly, most authors don't have much say in their covers, at least not the ones I know. For my upcoming book, As Twilight Falls, my editor sent me 2 different covers and asked me which one I preferred. I said the onel with the red background. You can see the other one on the Twilight web page. I'm not sure what would have happened if I had liked the other one.....since I think they'd already decided to go with the one I fortunately liked the best Glad you like the bookmarks and covers. Mandy 10/5/12

Hi Amanda,
I was wondering if you have any plans to put any vampires in a historical setting like A Darker Dream?
Thanks, Bobbie

Hi Bobbie ~ Actually, I am hoping to write another historical vampire, if I can come up with an idea. I even had the option written into my contract! Mandy 9/30/12

Mandy,
Don't know if you know! there is a new Johnny Depp movie out there a bit of a horror comedy called Dark Shadows, he plays a Vampire I’ve only seen a few moments of it - I’m watching it with s friend now but I dear say it might be your cup of tea! I just had to let you know about it. just in case you were interested.
Ella

Hi Ella ~ I saw Dark Shadows. It was cute! Mandy, who just bought the Avengers. 9/25/12

Hello Amanda!
I'm a big fan of your vampire books, and your story The Captive is one of my fav. Your work reminds me of Victoria Holt, (I love her stories too!) I would love to enter your sept. contest....do I need to do anything??
Have a great day!
S

Hi S ~ I'm so glad you enjoyed The Captive. It was a fun story to write, different from my usual stuff. Ah, Victoria Holt. I've read a number of her books. Awesome! As for my contest, you're in. Best of luck!!! Mandy 9/18/12

Hi Amanda,
Your story 'His Dark Embrace', is it a stand alone story or is it a part of a series like 'Shades of Grey'?

Hi ~ His Dark Embrace is a stand alone book. Mandy 9/13/12

Hi Amanda!! I just wanted to thank you for all the great books you have added to my book shelf. I own every one of your books and refuse to part with them. "A Darker Dream" was my first ever Vampire Romance and still my all time favorite. I have read and re-read that one at least 100 times. Thanks again for all the great reads!! Oh...thanks for splashing Ian Somerholder on your site...that man is way to sexy! LOL. Bobbie

Hi Bobbie ~ First off, I have to say, you can't see too much of Ian!!!! That man drips sex appeal. Secondly, I have to also agree about A Darker Dream. It's still one of my favorite stories, and Rayven remains one of my favorite heroes. A Darker Dream should be available on Kindle in the future, although I'm not sure how soon that will happen. Have a blessed Sabbath. Mandy 9/9/12

Hello Mandy, thank you for the information on the convention. I also got my signed book cover and book marks in the mail today! Thank You so much they are all great! Do you have any Bound by Blood or Bound by Night book covers? I would love both, I could send you a prestamped envolope if you want too. Thank You so much for answering all my question too! Dawn

Hi Dawn ~ I think I have covers for both Bound books. Email me your address again. I don't remember if I kept it or not. Have a blessed Sabbath. Mandy 9/9/12

Hello Mandy, I'm afraid to fly also. I haven't ever been on a plane and the thought is a little scary, but I think it could be very fun as well. I hope to travel in the future so I will end up flying sometime. Do you do any conventions or yearly gatherings in CA to sign books? Thank You. Dawn

There aren't any yearly conventions in CA. There are booksellers conventions that are held yearly, but they're held in different locations each year. The annual Romance Writers of America held an event here this year, but it's also held in a different location from year to year. Mandy 9/6/12

Hello Mandy, Thank You so much! I can't wait to get them. =) I hope you have a great week also. Do you ever do book signings in Minnesota? If so where? Thank You, Dawn

Hi Dawn ~ Since I'm afraid to fly, I rarely get out of CA Mandy 9/6/12

Hello Mandy,
I read some of the other posts on here and I would also like an autograph. I just sent you an email with my information. You are an amazing writter, thank you so much for sharing your talent with us! Dawn

Hi Dawn ~ I received your email. The cover will be in the mail ASAP. Have a great week. Mandy 9/4/12

Thank you, I look forward to getting them soon! I was wondering if you do book signings in Ohio, around Toledo?

Sorry, no, I don't get out that way. Have a wonderful holiday. Mandy 9/1/12

Hi Mandy,
I probably should have mentioned It was intended to be funny, it is also too late to change for me too (though perhaps not as much as you) as W.O.S is the novel I entered into the contest last year the first chapter of the book has been published on the harlequin online contest page - plus there's a few youtube vids about it out there too - It was a joke as you've said in the past that you'd wished you'd thought of the title Waiting On Sundown, and now I’m saying it about one of yours. It seemed amusing at the time. LOL
Sorry for the confusion :)
Ella

HI Ella - no problem. I knew you were kidding :) Have a great holiday. Mandy 9/1/12


My Apologies I just realized my error. "As Twilight falls' not ‘When the’ I am sorry.
Ella

No worries, Ella. Mandy 8/31/12

Hi Mandy - I love the Cover of When Twilight Falls. - love the title. Trade You? 'When Twilight Falls' For my 'Waiting On Sundown'? ;) hope you are well.
Ella

Hi Ella ~ I love your title. Unfortunately, it's too late to change. My cover is already done. Have a great weekend and holiday. Mandy 8/31/12

Thank you! I sent an email :) ~Danielle Slaughter

Danielle, the cover and bookmarks are in the mail. Mandy 8/31/12

An autographed book cover would be great if possible a bookmark too? How do I give you my address?

Hi ~ email your address to me at Darkwritr@aol.com. Be sure to remind me that you want a cover and bookmarks. Mandy 8/29/12

Hello again Amanda. I was wondering if there is any way to get your autograph? I would really appreciate it! ~Danielle Slaughter

Hi again Danielle ~ I can send you an autographed bookmark, or book cover, or you can send me one of your books, together with return postage. Mandy 8/27/12

Hello Amanda. I was wondering what made you start writing about vampires? I love reading your books and own almost every one of them :) - Danielle Slaughter 8/21/12

Hi Danielle ~ My agent asked me if I'd like to write a short vampire story for an anthology. I'd never written one before, but it sounded like fun, so I wrote Masquerade. I've been writing vampires, and loving them, ever since. Hapyy to know you enjoy them :) Mandy 8/21/12

Hi Amanda when does the contest end. I'm excited to see if i win

My contests run from the first of every month to the end of the month. Mandy 8/12/12

Thanks for the contest. Would love to win one of your books.

Good luck to you! Mandy 8/12/12

Hi Mandy! I am so excited to be the July contest winner! Can't wait to get my goodies in the mail! Thanks so much!!
-Cynthia

Hi Cynthia ~ Will get your "goodies" in the mail ASAP Mandy 8/1/12

Hi Mandy, I was wondering how are we supposed to enter for your monthly contests? Thanks, Dawn

Hi Dawn ~ You just did it. All you have to do to enter my contest is sign my guestbook. Good luck to you! Mandy 7/29/12

Hi Mandy,
No we don't have the show ‘Grimm’ here where I live, bit sad really it sounds good.
We are also really behind you guys with the ‘OUAT’ show too we only just got to see the ‘Skin Deep’ ep about Rumpleskin the Tuesday just passed. Though great news for ‘OUAT’ fans here it’s on Sunday Monday and Tuesday this week. Can't wait for that!
If I’m right you guys have seen all of series 1 and are waiting the beginning of series 2...
Ella

Hi Ella ~ Bummer about Grimm. Yes, we're awaiting Seasson 2 of OUAT. Should be really interesting this year. I also love Longmire and The Mentalist. Mandy 7/29/12

Hi, Mandy
I'm really enjoying His Dark Embrace! Your heroes are exquisite I love how they are not perfect have darker issues but they are never truly evil.
Do you watch the show called Once Upon A Time? Do you like the characters Rumpelstiltskin and Belle. It’s a nice little take on the beauty and the beast story. I'm debating with my friend on how bad he thinks Rumpelstiltskin is, I myself think he's man thrown into desperate action by despair and not someone who has truly gone bad.
I’m hoping for a happy ending for them.
Hope all is well with you and your family.
Ella

Hi Ella ~ I'm glad you're enjoying His Dark Embrace. As for Once Upon a Time, I love it!!! And I'm fascinated by Rumpelstilskin. Can't wait for the new season. I came into it late, but now I'm hooked. I also love Grimm. Do you watch that one? Mandy 7/26/12

Hello Mandy, I hope you are able to find a workable plot for another 'Everlasting' book. I truly love those two books and the two 'Bound' books! I woud love to see another 'Bound' book, thank you for writing them! I too wanted to thank you for your tastefully done love scenes, it was a nice surprise the first time I read one of your books. I quickly became a fan of yours and had to buy several books of your for my Nook. Thank You! Dawn

Hi Dawn ~ If I can come up with plots for either one or both, you can be sure a book will follow. Mandy 7/26/12

I can't find the answer. I just finished Everlasting Kiss, are you going to do a part 2 of that book or one about Rhys. I have looked all over but cannot find another book after Everlasting Kiss. Great book and I want to thank you for writing the love scenes so tastefully. I have been reading YA because the adult paranormal has been so graphic during the love scenes almost gratuitousness. Great story, Daisy was a great heroine and I loved all the characters. Thank you.

The sequel to Everlasting Kiss is titled Everlasting Desire and is available now. As for my love scenes, you can be sure you will never read anything erotic or "over the top" - in any of my books. I'm happy to know you enjoyed Everlasting Kiss. Mandy 7/25/12

Hello, thank you so much for answering my question and it makes a lot of sense now. I couldn't find the book anywhere even though it said it should have been released on the 15 of July. I have another question, have you ever considered writing another book related to "Everlasting Kiss" and "Everlasting Desire"?

Hi ~ Yes, I've considered it, but I haven't been able to come up with a workable plot. Maybe one of these days...... Mandy 7/25/12

Hello, I have a question regarding a book I seen on Barnes and Noble, but can't seem to find it on your website. "Blood and Moonlight". Are you still going to have a short story in it and do you know when it will be released? Dawn

Hi Dawn ~ As far as I know, there are no plans to publish "Blood and Moonlight" since the publisher has gone out of business. My short story in the anthology - Masquerade - was published previously in the anthology "After Twilight". Mandy 7/24/12

No worries - sorry I asked the same question I didn't realise I had till I read back on it. Can’t wait to see it either looks really good! Can’t wait to see the family part of the story and their daughter growing so fast. That part of the story is really intriguing and though bound to have been tricky to achieve on film. Can’t wait to see it! Ella
P.S read old post and I agree you're book in film would be FANTASTIC!

Hi Ella ~ I've seen it now. Thanks for the link. It gave me chills. Can't wait!!!!! Mandy 7/3/12

Hi, I have His Dark Embrace on order they have to ship it from the U.S but I’ll finally have a copy - it's one of the most highly anticipated book of yours I’ve wanted to read in a long time - I cherish all your books but I have to confess there are a few I’ve loved more. Can’t wait to read it! A friend and I went to see the Snow White and the Huntsman - have you seen it? What did you think? It was alright in my opinion however I do think they could have done a little better. Also have you seen the trailer for the Twilight final? Looks incredible.
Ella

Hi Ella ~ I hope you enjoy His Dark Embrace. I have to admit I like some of my books more than others, too, so don't worry about it. I did see Snow White. I also thought it could have been better, but I mainly went to see it because the guy who plays Thor was in it. Am looking forward to the last Twilight. Should be good! Mandy 7/2/12

Dear Favorite Author EVER!
Just thought I'd let you know that I absolutely love ALL of your books! I also enjoy how your mortal ladies are always describing the food that they are eating!! YUMM!! Would love for your books to be made into movies!

Hi ~ I'm so happy to know you've enjoyed by books. Thanks for your comment re what my ladies are eating. I've always wondered if it was necessary, interesting, or just boring. You're the first one to ever comment on it I'd love to see my books made into movies. If anyone out there has a connection to Hollywood, please mention my name! Mandy ~ Happy to be Your Favorite Author 6/10/12

Hi Madeline,
I never read a romance novel until my cousin pesterd me to read Spirit Song.
We went shopping one day and walked past a bookshop when his eagle eyes spotted the cover of your book and so he bought it primarily because of the male model on the cover.
Spirit Song was so moving it really brought tears to my eyes. Ever since then your novels have been like a holy grail to me. Im currently reading First Love, Wild Love which is amazing. I have to say youve been blessed with a great imagination and writing skills. I hope a movie is made someday!
Megan
Sydney Australia
P.S You should put Indian actor Eddie Spears or his brother Michael on one of your covers because they are absolutely devine!

Hi Megan ~ First off, a big thank you to your cousin for buying Spirit's Song. I'm happy to know you're enjoying my books. I love writing them. It's long been a dream of mine to see one of my books made into a movie, but so far, no one in Hollywood seems interested. Maybe one of these days. As for my covers, I don't have anything to do with them. The publisher makes that decision, then sends me the finished product and says, Hope you like it :) Fortunately, I've loved most of them.
My son lived in Australia for 2 years and loved it. Mandy 6/6/12


Hello Mrs. Barker:
I hope you can understand my english cause it's not good but here it goes,I came across of one of your books when I order a sci-fye book and by mistake the seller sent me a copy of your book ''Bound by Night'' {praise the Lord for that mistake} ever since I been hook to your vampires novels, I have bought and read every single one including the new one ''His Dark Embrace which'' which took me one day to read it, thanks for sharing your great talent with us, looking forward to more vampire novels.
thanks again
Efrain Martinez

Hi Efrain ~ I'm so glad for the mistake, and happy that you weren't disappointed! I'm naturally delighted to have a new reader, and hope you will enjoy any and all of my books you might read. Thank you for signing my guestbook. Your entry made me smile. Mandy 6/5/12

Hi I recieved the books marks. I can't even say how excited I was to see them....Thanks so much! and I know its been out but I just finished Heart of the Hunter! Loved the story! Just a simple wish to have a man like you write in your books lol. Thanks so much again! Elizabeth M :)

Hi Elizabeth ~ you're welcome! And thanks for letting me know you received the bookmarks. Have a wonderful summer. Mandy

Just laying here re-reading shades of gray, awesome. Emily

Thanks, Emily :) Mandy 6/5/12

Hi Mandy,
Not really a reason it's a frustrating and annoying fact in Australia movies, music books all get here months sometimes years after the rest of the world do and mostly not at all. they don't have any of your new books here (lest for certain they don't here in my city) and due to illness I’m condemned to remain here can't leave to see anywhere else if they do - but we don't have anything more than a second hand books store that if by chance I find one of your older ones. It’s just the way of things here that's all. I do have from luck and search a few of your older ones. That goes without saying I love dearly.
Ella

Ella ~ I'm sorry to hear you have trouble getting the latest in books and movies, etc. Any chance you can order them online through Amazon, or directly from the publishers? Of course, shipping might be very costly. I know when my son was living in Australia, it cost me something like $10 to send him a box of Cocoa Puffs, and if I recall correctly, that was by boat! Mandy 6/4/12

Hi Mandy,
I’m saddened to read all the wonderful post on your book 'His Dark Embrace' not because they aren’t indeed wonderful and enthusiastic but they have me thirsting for the book like one of your vampire's do for blood. - Wow did that sound over the top (I can never really tell lol) man I wish I could read it I’m sure I’d love it! Come to think of it I haven’t read many of your books lately and I really miss them. I’m sure its fantastic - hope everything is going well - take care
Ella

Hi Ella ~ Over the top? Maybe, just a little. Is there a reason you can't read my books? Mandy 6/1/12

Mandy,
I just finished His Dark Embrace last night and WOW!!!!! I just LOVE IT!!!!! I have been waiting on this one since you put it up on your In The Works page and you did not disappoint me it was well Worth the wait!!!!! As soon as I started the book was I entraced and you kept me hooked all the way through and I loved the ending but at the same time I hated for the book to end!!!!!! I stayed up to get it and read it all through the night and saw the sun come up as I finished the last page and it was totally worth the lost sleep!!!!! I can't wait to read Desire the Night in September!!!!!Mandy you Rock, you are the Queen of the Vampires!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Your Loyal Fan, Janean

Janean ~ thank you so much for your wonderfully enthusiastic post re my book. I'm so glad you enjoyed it. It's always a little scary when a new book comes out. Writers are notoriously insecure - what if my readers hate it? What if they decide it's so bad (as one reviewer said) that they'll never buy another one of my books. It's letters like yours that keep me writing hour after hour. Bless you! Mandy 5/20/12

Hey there, i just wanted to start off that i love all your books, and i could read them over and over again. I can read one in less than a day, that is how good i think they are. Im ready for you new books to come out, keep up the amazing job, an looking forward to your books. ~Carmen~
Greetings from the East Coast!

Hi Carmen ~ A book in a day? Wow, you read fast! Wish I could write a book in a day :) Seriously, I'm delighted to know you've enjoyed my books!
Have a great day. Mandy 5/22/12


Getting right to the point, I LOVE your books! Any plans on writing a sequel to "A Whisper of Eternity?" I've fallen in love with Tracey & Dominic!
Thank you for the delicious reads;)
~Kristen

Hi Kristen ~ I'm happy to know you enjoyed A Whisper of Eternity. I'm sorry, but at the moment, I don't have any plans for a sequel. I hope you'll enjoy any of my other books you may read. If you like series books, and haven't already read my Night books, you might enjoy those. Mandy 5/21/12


Hi there, my name is Ami, and I love Sherrilyn Kenyon's Dark Hunter series.I was looking up sexy guys to fulfill my image of what they look like.I came across your site of so many yummy guys.I see there are lots and lots of fans....I will definitely be checking out your books.One question, who are the 3 cowboy models under Taylor Lautner?Verrrrrry sexy.:)

Hi Ami ~ thanks for visiting my website and signing my guest book. Sorry to say, I have no idea who those yummy guys are.....Hope you're having a wonderful spring. Mandy 5/15/12


Hi I've read and enjoyed your books for ages, both as Amanda Ashley and Madeline Baker. I feel a little silly for not looking up your website before this, you've made me laugh and drool but not at the same time :). What a wonderful site you've created, I'll be stopping by regularly from now on.
Regards Wendy.
P.S. Can I take you up on your previous offer to some one else for a couple of bookmarks also. Thanks xxx

Hi Wendy ~ I'm happy to know you've enjoyed my books. Thank you for the compliment re my web site. I try to change it frequently. I had to laugh at your "laugh and drool" comment :) I'll be happy to send you some bookmarks. Just email me your addy. Hope you're having a blessed Sabbath. Mandy 5/6/12

Hi, I have read all your books, I think...BUT, I NEED to read Mara's story..to find out all about her, how she has been around for so long, who made her, who she loves...what shes up to. Which book is about Mara, the "oldest vampire in the world"!! I cannot find info anywhere. thanks...

Ah, Mara. I don't think I've ever written a character who has captured my readers imaginations like Mara. Her story hasn't been published yet, due to some problems I had with the book. I haven't given up on her yet. I hope you won't, either. Mandy 5/4/12

I love You! Have any advice for budding writers like me out there?

My only advice is to write what you love, have faith in yourself, and never give up. I was rejected 31 times before I found a publisher. If I'd given up at 30, I'd still be putting manuscripts under the bed Mandy 4/28/12

So excited. I just got a Kindle. Are all your Westerns available on Kindle? Sorry but I am not really a fan of the Vampire genre.

Quite a few of them are available, and I hope to see more soon. Just type my name into the Kindle search and my books should come up. Mandy 4-28-12

Hi I was wondering in you notes you mentioned to email you about bookmarks? do you sell them? thanks for your writing! love your books
Elizabeth

Hi Elizabeth ~ if you email me your address and put bookmarks in the subject line, I'll be happy to send you a bookmark or two. No charge. Mandy 4/24/14

love your books. reading is a big part of my life.thank you 4 writing all your books.

You're welcome. I love writing them. Mandy 4/24/12

just read 'under apache skies' and if brought back memories of my college days at NMSU 1959-63 and my trips back/forth between there and home in San Diego. one trip was a side trip to chiricahua nat'l monument & I felt that Cochise's spirit was there watching over us. ALso I went to college with Indians that were Navaho, Hopi, Mescalero Apache etc and enjoyed my time at the mescalero reservation near Ruidoso, NM and also all my side trips in NM with my godmother's ausnt who lived in Gila, NM and all the wonderful times at my collage roommate's family ranch at the Gila Cliff Dwellings, where her father was a park ranger.
Looking fwd to reading more of your books with native american theme.
Sincerely,
Ruthann Storr
3114 Bancroft St
San Diego, Ca 92104

Hi Ruthann ~ Thanks for sharing your college memories with me. Sounds like a wonderful time in your life. I'm happy to know you enjoyed Under Apache Skies, and hope you'll enjoy any of my other books you might read. I loved writing them. Mandy 4/18/12

Question if we signed the guestbook last month do you want us to sign it again for this months contest?

Love your books by the way. Huge fan. can't wait for your new one. Thanks and have a great day! and week!

Hi ~ If you signed the guest book last month, there's no need to sign it again, although I love to hear from you :) Happy to know you've enjoyed my books. Hope you like the new one, too!!!!!! Mandy 4/10/12

Hi Madeline: I love Vampire books. There is something very erotic and sexy about vampires, especially with long hair. Also there is something about their eyes, so mysterious. I love your books.

Hi ~ I have to agree with you - vampires are sexy and mysterious. And really fun to write about!!!!! Thanks for signing my guest book! Mandy 4/10/12

hi! madeline! i love your vampire romance books. they are really hot and erotic. i just enjoy reading them. i,m a good fan of yours.

Hi! I'm always happy to "meet" a fan, and happy to know you've enjoyed my books! Mandy 4/9/12

Hello, Mandy!

First off, i just want to say that you're my favorite author, i just love your book, they are great! My ultimate favorite one is Dead Perfect, I just love Ronan and Shannah! I bought it back in '09, which is awesome, im really glad i went to Borders that day. I Can't wait for your upcoming books, all i can say is KEEP 'EM COMIN'!
Happy Easter! -Adaly

Hi Adaly ~ I'm so glad you've enjoyed my books. I do love writing them and hope to write many more! A blessed and Happy Easter to you, as well. Mandy 4/5/12

Hi Mandy,

Just thought I’d drop by and say 'Hi' it's been a while since I’ve been to your site. It looks real good I always get a laugh out of the little antidotes you have on your page. I'm real glad you have so many books coming out I seriously miss reading your books they are incredible. Can’t wait to get some copies in store down here to read.

Was thinking the other night and thought you might know the answer to this query, do Native American's prefer to be called Native Americans or Indians or are they offended by both? Just wondering if you knew as my interest in them, their culture and history seems to be ingrained in my bones and is now seeping through to the surface.

Hope you have a lovely Easter! All the Best

Ella

Hi Ella ~ So glad you like my web page. I try to change it often so there's always something new to see. I don't really have an answer to your question. I always called my Indian heroes "Indians". However, one of my publishers insisted on "Native American" In the ads on TV, it seems they use "Indian" - Indian lands, Indian casinos, etc. Maybe someone who reads this column can enlighten us. Happy Easter. Mandy 4/5/12


Hi Mandy....I just finished Sandy's Angel, what a sweet story, always love happy endings...I can not tell you how excited I am to have the reckless series in ebook form...I have re-read them so much that most of mine are held together with duct tape....I know, pathetic, what can I say I love the story of Shadow and Hannah each time I re-read it's like visiting old friends...sigh....like I said pathetic!! To bad we couldn't combine the bronze sexy indians of the Baker books with the pale vampires of the Ashley books...Now that would be the perfect!!Maybe to much sex appeal for a book....Sigh...

Hi ~ I'm so glad you enjoyed Sandy's Angel. And delighted to know you loved my Reckless books. I think it's fabulous that you've read them so many times!!! Not pathetic at all!! That would be amazing, combining sexy Indians and cowboys. I've always wanted to write a vampire Indian story set in the Old West, and I would, if I could come up with a good plot. Maybe one of these days!!!! Mandy 3/28/12

Hi Mandy, I have seen "Love at First Bite"...I love it! It's what turned me on to vampires. George still has it going on..lol Stacy

Hi Stacy ~ It's still one of my favorite movies! Mandy 3/27/12

Hi,I just read my first Amanda Ashley book,I must say that I love it.You realy know how to make a person feel like they are in the story.Thank you

Thank you! I'm so glad you enjoyed the story. Happy St. Patrick's Day! Mandy 3/17/12

Hi. I’m doing a series of posts on my blog about the different kinds of publishers. I’m trying to interview an author for each kind of publisher, and was wondering if I could interview you for my post on ebook publishers, as I know you write historical Romance for Ellora’s Cave. It would be free publicity, and I would include links to Ellora’s Cave’s website, as well as your website, and links to where you can your books.

I'd probably ask a few questions about writing, and a few about what it's like to be published with Entangled Publishing, maybe what the process of publishing was like, etc. Most of my readers are aspiring writers (like me), or book addicts who would secretly love to write a book, and I want to give them a taste of their dream of becoming a published author, as well as give them a little inspiration to keep going. I was hoping to publish my interview with you on Thursday the 22nd or Monday the 26th, if someone would get back to me that quickly. Thanks!

Sincerely,
Amy Marie
http://theliterarymom.wordpress.com/

Hi Mandy, I have read all your vampire books and loved them all. I was just wondering if you have any news on Mara's story yet? i love her and can't wait to read her story. Can't wait for more.
Michelle

Hi Michelle ~ I have 2 books already scheduled for this year. I'm hoping to see Mara's story published next year.....keep your fingers crossed Mandy 3/4/12

I love your writing and was wondering if there are any contest for me to enter..If so kindly send me a link to
rjmclebron@gmail.com.....Thank you

I am a huge American Indian fan!!! I get all the books I can about their lives and adventures. I am not a big Vampire fan!
Keep on writing good books about the American Indians. You do a great job!!!!

Hi. I'm happy to know you've enjoyed my historical romances. Unfortunately, I no longer have a publisher for them. EC Blush is reissuing some of my older ones, but I'm afraid I don't have any new ones coming out. I hope you'll try one of my vampire books. You might like them :) Mandy 3/2/12

Hello Mandy, Just wanted to say Thank you for all the wonderful adventures Ive got to experience reading your books. I have enjoyed all your books, but I think the one that holds a special place on my shelf and heart is Shades of Gray. Wonderfully written with awesome characters. Cant wait for the next adventure! Eve

Hi Eve ~ Thank you so much for your kind words. I'm happy to know you've enjoyed my books. I love writing them. I'm especially happy with the two coming out this year, and the one I'm writing now! Mandy 2/22/12

Hi Mandy! I found 'Nights Master' - given by a friend, after reading a chapter - I HAD to find 'Night's Kiss' & 'Night's Touch' and 'Nights Pleasure' -- SO WORTH IT! I read them all in 3 1/2 days....good thing it was a weekend off work!! Thank you so much for sharing your stories with us!! Shirley B, Calif

Hi Shirley ~ I'm so glad you enjoyed my Night books. I can't believe you read them all so fast!!!! I usually only read in the bathtub...so it takes me a while to finish a book Mandy 2/20/12

Please let me know that your are going to make reckless destiny in hardback or paperback, I can't afored a kindle and I LOVE the reckless series!!! I would hate to miss the last one in the series!! can you please let me know that this book will be in print???!!! thank you for your time.

Darla Telles
Kiboko100@pacbell.net

Hi Darla ~ Reckless Destiny can be found in print in my anthology, TALES OF WESTERN ROMANCE. Happy Valentine's Day! Mandy

Hi! I just discovered your books at my local book exchange store. I have many of them now but haven't started reading. Should they be read in order? Will I lose any storyline if I read them in the order that I'd like? I can't wait to get started!
Thank you, Jessica

Hi Jessica ~ the following books should be read in order:

Shades of Gray
After Sundown
Desire After Dark

Night’s Kiss
Night’s Touch
Night’s Master
Night’s Pleasure

Everlasting Kiss
Everlasting Desire

Bound by Night
Bound by Blood

Hope this helps. Happy Valentine's Day! Mandy 2/13/12


Love the site...
The Reading Cafe

Thank you, Reading Cafe :) Looking forward to doing an interview for you. Mandy 2/812

I would like to know the names of all the Carpathian novels that you have written, I love those books and would like to own all of them. You are a wondrful writer too, a both!!

Hi ~ I'm sorry, I don't write the Carpathian books. That's Christine Feehan. Mandy 1/22/12

great site

Thanks! Mandy 1/22/12

Hi Ms. Amanda. I was just wondering if that picture for Desire the Night is going to be the book cover. I really hope it is. Hugs Misty

Hi Misty ~ Yes, that's the cover. I love it! Mandy 1/10/12

Hello i was just wondering when we would find out who won the December contest and what the January contest would be about.
K.

Hi K ~ Susan L. won the December contest. The winner for January will be announced at the end of the month.
Mandy 1/10/12


Happy New Year!
I love your updated site, from the book trailers and links and extracts there is so much to see! I love the Cake recipe by the way I’m just getting into cooking its fast becoming a passion of mine and I’m making up a recipe book, so i've add a copy of the Cake rep to it. I Can't wait to try it. Love your book trailers did you make them yourself? They’re great!
Hope you had a great holiday,
Ella

Hi Ella ~ So glad you enjoyed your visit to my page. I try to keep it fresh! You'll love that cake. It's my favorite, so light and moist, you'll want to eat the whole thing. Blazing Trailers made the trailers for Bound by Blood and His Dark Embrace. She did a great job. Happy New Year. Mandy 1/5/12

I live in Grand Prairie, Tx and am having trouble finding any of your books. Any ideas as where I could find them??
Nichole Kahle

Hi Nichole ~ I'm sorry you're having trouble finding my books. If you have a book store nearby, they can order them for you. I don't think there's any charge for that. You can also order them directly from Zebra Books at here.
Mandy 1/4/12


I Cannot find Bound By Blood ANYWHERE ???? I am going to have to break down and by the digital copy.... So love you books thanks for entertain us! Tiffany

Hi Tiffany ~ Sorry you can't find my book. I'm going to email my editor and let her know. If there's a bookstore near you, they can order it for you. Happy New Year!!!! Mandy 1/2/12

Hi Ms. Amanda. Merry Christmas. Hope you and your family had a wonderful holiday. Hugs Misty

Hi Misty ~ We had a terrific Christmas. Hope you did, too. Happy New Year!!!! Mandy 12/28/11

Do you keep all of your books? and if you do, what is your favorite? Kayla ;D

Hi Kayla ~ I have a first edition copy of all of my books. My favorite book is always the one I'm writing at the moment Mandy 12/21/11

Hey Mandy Just wishing you and family a Very Merry Christmas, got both your new books so excited to start them :)
Jodi :)

Thanks, Jodi. A Merry Christmas to you and your family as well, and a blessed new year. Mandy 12/18/ll

is it true have you come out with Mira's story? if so what is the title and when will it be released, i've been waiting along time for this one. still enjoying all your books. VJ Perreault

Hi VJ - Mara's story hasn't been released yet. I'm hoping it will be out in 2013. I know, it's a long time away, or so it seems, but I already have 2 books scheduled for 2012. Mandy 12/9/11

Thank you. I appreciate you.
Sincerely, Monique B. M.

Thank you! Mandy 12/9/11

How long you been writing vamp books
Your adoring fan kikey

Hi Kikey ~ My first vampire book, Embrace the Night, was published in 1995. Mandy 11/29/11

Hi Ms. Amanda. I hope you and your family had a Happy Thanksgiving. Now it's time to get ready for Christmas. Can't believe that. Hugs Misty

You and me both, Misty. 26 days til Christmas. Amazing how fast this year went by. And I thought the last one went by fast!!!! Mandy 11/29/11

Enjoying your books. Am looking forward to reading about Mara in the Night's series. ~ Ciao-- Amy

Thanks, Amy. I'm looking forward to that myself! Mandy 11/26/11

Throughly enjoying your night's series. Anxiously awaiting Mara's story. Happy Holidays!

Thanks! Mandy 11/26/11

i enjoy your books so much amanda keep those stories coming.

I'll do my best! Mandy 11/26/11

Hi Mandy.

HAPPY THANKSGIVING !!! :)
I hope you are well... Have a great Day.
Eliana (kara.C)

Thanks, Kara! All is well here. Can't believe it's almost Christmas!!!! Mandy 11/26/11

Good reading...Happy Turkey Day everyone.

Ditto! Mandy 11/26/11

Oh I'm so sorry!! I ment I am currently reading A Whisper Of Eternity. I saw my next book that I am going to read next which is Everlasting kiss and I sort of put the two together! - penny

LOL, that's ok! Mandy

Hi Mandy! I just want to say that I LOVE Drake and Elena's story! I am currently reading Everlasting Whisper and I can't put the book down! I can't wait to recieve my new orders of your other books!! -Penny

Hi Penny ~ So glad you're enjoying my books. I love it when readers tell me they "can't put it down". When I hear that, I know I've done something right!!!! Mandy 11/8/11

Hi Mandy!! I LOVE your books, I am trying to find them all, some of your older ones are hard to find in stores, but I keep looking. Thank you so much for writing your stories! :) Jenifer

Hi Jenifer - I'm happy to know you love my books. Let me know which ones you can't find. I might be able to help. Mandy 11/7/11

Hi! just wanted to say that I enjoyed both Bound by Night and Bound by Blood. I am currently reading Night's Kiss. Was just wondering if there was going to be another part to Bound by Night and Bound by Blood? --BG

Hi BG ~ I'm happy to know you enjoyed the Bound books, and hope you're enjoying Night's Kiss. I'm not planning another Bound book at the moment, but if my Muse strikes, I'll let you know!
Mandy 10/29/11


Hi Ms. Amanda. Just wanted to let you know I love the cover to His Dark Embrace. Can't wait for it. Hugs. Misty

Hi Misty ~ Glad you like the cover. I do, too! Hope all is well with you and yours. Mandy 10/22/11

Hey there Mandy, I just got done reading Bound By Blood and it was AWESOME as was Bound by Night. I have every one of your books and have read them all so cannot wait till your next book. You are my absolute favorite writer and I will always be your #1 fan!! Thanks for all you do! Julie :)

Hi Julie ~ Thanks for signing my guestbook. I'm happy to know you enjoyed both of my Bound books. I had a good time writing them, especially the second one! Happy to be your favorite author. I hope I never let you down. Mandy 10/22/11

I just got the Bound by Blood book... It only come out here yesterday.. I am so excited to read it.. I have been waiting for it to come out for so long...

I hope you love it as much as I do!
Mandy 10/5/11


Hi! I love your webpage! Vampire Diaries is one of my favorite shows! I am also a fan of the Twilight series..Team Jacob! :) Can't wait to see Taylor's new movie, "Abduction"!! Keep up the great works!! :)
Kim G.

Hi Kim ~ You're a woman after my own heart! I read in the paper today that they're already planning a sequel to Abduction - and it's not even out yet! If Taylor's in it, it works for me! Mandy 9//17/11

im so happy damon (spelled right?) on vampire diaries is going to be the top vamp!

YOU AND ME BOTH! Mandy 9/14/11

Mandy,
That is a promise I can SO make, I never laugh at any of your work (unless its at the goofy, love sick puppy things all your vampires do LOL - which i love anyway) but I’ve read some of your poems and your friends that you've put in some of your books, I've printed them out and hung them up in my office. (Happy dance) I'm in my new house so I finally have an office ;) a necessity for any writer. Can’t wait to read the poems
Kara.C

Kara - I posted a few at the bottom of the Audio/Series page...such as they are. Congrats on your new house and your new office. I spend more time in my office than any other room in the house, I think! Mandy 9/9/11

Hay, Mandy,
I was wondering if there room on your webpage for any of your poems? Kara.C

Hi Kara ~ Wow, you're the first one who ever wanted to read my poetry! I suppose I could post some of it somewhere.......if you promise not to laugh. Mandy

Mandy,
In the back of the new book, it says that Bound By Blood is available now in stores. It isnt due out