Cindy Bauer Books
Inspirational Fiction - Good for the Soul!
Lynn Emery
Lynn Emery
Emma Winner
Author of the Year - 2004
About the Author
Mix knowledge of Louisiana politics and forensic social work, with the dedication to write fiction while working each day in an acute psychiatric unit for women, and you get a snapshot of talented author Lynn Emery. Lynn has been a contributing consultant to the magazine Today’s Black Woman for three articles about contemporary relationships between black men and women.
Lynn sold her first novel in 1995 to Kensington publishing for their groundbreaking Arabesque line. NIGHT MAGIC went on to be recognized for Excellence in Romance Fiction for 1995 by Romantic Times Magazine. In 2000 she was nominated by Romantic Times Magazine for the Lifetime Achievement Award in Multicultural Romance Fiction.
Her third novel, AFTER ALL, became a movie produced by BET and aired on December 3, 1999. Holly Robinson Peete was the female lead as Michelle Toussaint, an investigative television reporter. In 2004 Lynn won three coveted Emma Awards. She was chosen Author of the Year and her novel KISS LONELY GOODBYE won Best Novel and Favorite Hero.
A native of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Lynn writes after work and on weekends. Flagging energy does not present a problem. “I began to write when I was eleven years old and I won’t ever stop. That tough little kid inside me who dreamed of holding her own book won’t hear of it. Let me tell you she cracks the whip!”
Lynn's latest novel is SOULFUL STRUT is from HarperCollins. She has also completed a inspirational non-fiction book called BE ENCOURAGED: WORDS OF SUNLIGHT FOR THE SOUL.
Visit Lynn at her website at www.lynnemery.com. Email Lynn at lynn@lynnemery.com.
Lynn's Books
BOOK: Soulful Strut
ISBN: 0060731044
DATE: November 2006
PUBLISHER: Harper Torch
SOULFUL STRUT continues the story of Monette Victor. Monette is the mother of Talia Marchand, the heroine in my novel ALL I WANT IS FOREVER. Monette has "issues". You'll get to see how she fights her way back from scandal, murder and prison.
BOOK: Endless Passion
ISBN: 1583147365
DATE: June 2006
PUBLISHER: BET
Three of Lynn's early novels in one collector's edition: Night Magic\Tender Touch\Sweet Mystery. Endless Passion includes three suspenseful love stories that also explore family relationships.
BOOK: Good Woman Blues
ISBN: 0060731028
DATE: August 2005
PUBLISHER: Harper Torch
Sometimes it's all got to go bad to turn out good...
It didn't take much for Erikka Rochon's charmed Big Easy life to hit rock bottom: a car accident, a scandal--and suddenly she's gone from climbing the corporate ladder to being driven out of town. Ordered to take some time off, an always-on-the-go sister now has nowhere to go, except back home to the bayou to slow down and figure out why a smart, beautiful, professional lady who always had time to party never found time for happiness.
Aunt Darlene's house was Erikka's safe haven in childhood, filled with good aromas and feelings, and a much-needed mixture of tenderness and tough love. But a good woman who lost her way needs something more to chase her demons and her blues--and it might just be Gabriel Cormier, the tall, quiet son of Loreauville's most prominent family, a man with a past more notorious than hers.
It could be love. It could be heaven. It could be more trouble knocking on Erikka's door...
BOOK: Kiss Lonely Goodbye
ISBN: 0060089296
DATE: August 2003
PUBLISHER: Harper Torch
Dark, Rich And Beautiful
Nicole Summers Benoit is stunned. She has inherited the mega-profitable Summers Security firm from a late uncle she never liked. But she's a sister with brains as well as looks, and she's determined to prove she's got the goods to run a major company. First, though, she needs to convince vice-president Marcus Reed--a man so fine he makes her knees weak, but with a chip on his shoulder as big as Mount Rushmore.
Marcus is proud to have worked his way out of the 'hood and up the corporate ladder--and nothing riles him more than pampered Black-American Princesses. And now one's been handed the CEO position that was rightfully his! Nicole is one smart, sexy boss lady, however--and soon he's working hard to create some serious heat with her after business hours rather than hoping to see her fail. But when a crime wave hits Summers Security and Marcus is targeted as the prime suspect, not only is the company's future in danger, but a hot new love could freeze up as well.
BOOK: All I Want Is Forever
ISBN: 0060089288
DATE: November 2003
PUBLISHER: Harper Torch
Coming Home
Talia Marchand has come a long way from Pointe Coupee Parish to Washington, D.C.--and this smart and beautiful political consultant never wants to go back. But the past and painful family responsibility are calling her home to tiny Rougon--and to Derrick Guillory.
As tempting as the richest chocolate, Derrick shared a first passion with Talia when they were both young and troubled--and a dark, deep, and dangerous secret. Now an investigator for the local D.A., he thinks he's over the lady who was his world back in the day. But the years haven't changed his feelings for Talia--and he finds it impossible to deny what's meant to be. Talia thought she could get away; Derrick thought he could forget. And now that they're together again, love's true promise must be honored--and the ghosts that have haunted their lives must finally be destroyed.
BOOK: Tell Me Something Good
ISBN: 038081305X
DATE: May 2003
PUBLISHER: Harper Torch
GOOD LOVIN’
Lyrissa Rideau's determined to reclaim her legacy: a valuable heirloom that was stolen from her family decades ago. She's been hired to evaluate the art collection of the powerful Creole St. Denis family, and her goal seems close at hand, but there's a complication--Noel St. Denis is giving her the eye. New Orleans’ most eligible bachelor, the dusky, upper-crust dreamboat is used to getting anything he desires. And if Lyrissa's to succeed, she'll have to keep her own eye on the prize...and off of Noel's fine, manly form! What's up with the woman? The king of the brief, hot affair, CEO Noel's got the money, the power and enough sweet talk to charm any lady--yet Lyrissa's the first to make him consider a permanent merger. He'd love to taste those luscious full lips, but it's also clear she's got something besides loving on her mind. Lyrissa thinks her secrets and her heart are safe, but she'd better watch out--'cause sexy Noel's coming on...with a passion!
BOOK: Gotta Get Next To You
ISBN: 0380813041
DATE: May 2001
PUBLISHER: Harper Torch
A MAN NAMED TROUBLE
Smart, good-looking, and newly divorced, Andrea Noble thought coming home to Louisiana would be the perfect cure for her Big City Blues. But her new position as director of the floundering, badly disorganized Bayou Blue Health Clinic is bringing this sistah nothing but grief. And it doesn't help that the one man who comes to her rescue is tall, charming, righteously handsome--and has "serial lover" written all over him.
Jamal Turner is a hot chocolate dream to be sure--the kind of man who could add real fire to the slow, sultry evenings in a sleepy small town. Andrea knows what that kind of trouble's about--and she's determined to keep cool, no matter how badly her body burns for what she's missing and Jamal's got. But Jamal is a man on a mission and not here for love--though the fine, independent lady he's secretly been hired to investigate is suddenly doing something serious to his heart...
BOOK: The Lipstick Chronicles
ISBN: 0425191753
DATE: November 2003
PUBLISHER: Jove Books
Anthology which includes Lynn Emery's novella, Tumbling Down.
Sexy new chronicle of five women at work, at play, and in love. Together, they make up Allheart.com, the online greeting card company where romance is more than just business. With lives in progress and love in limbo, they aren't asking for much. Just a decent man, a good cocktail, and a close friend. In the meantime, two out of three ain't bad...
BOOK: One Love
ISBN: 1583140468
DATE: October 1999
PUBLISHER: Kimani Press
From Publishers Weekly:
Recovering alcohol and drug addict Lanessa Thomas is the a typical heroine in Emery's (A Time to Love) refreshing romance about second chances. Three years of sobriety and success at a thriving research company have transformed Lanessa, but can't prepare her for a confrontation with her lost love, Alex St. Romaine. Sparks fly when the handsome and newly divorced computer consultant unexpectedly forgives Lanessa's past transgressions, and the two vow to start anew. But instead of settling into the staid family life Alex proposes (which includes developing a relationship with his bratty twin daughters from his previous marriage), Lanessa slips into her old routine, leading to another breakup. Reacquainting herself with Baton Rouge's movers and shakers, Lanessa unwittingly gets involved in a dangerous and illegal business scheme. Emery's sense of Southern decorum shows throughout the fast-paced narrative, particularly when Alex, despite their breakup, gallantly steps in to save Lanessa. (Oct.) Copyright 1999 Cahners Business Information, Inc.
BOOK: A Time To Love
ISBN: 1583140468
DATE: April 1999
PUBLISHER: Kimani Press
An Amazon customer review: Love will come to pass, January 14, 2001
Has Neva Sterling Ross truly given up on love? Is she tainted as people think she is? Is Neva destined to grow old alone or is there a man out there for Neva that will brighten her life? Neva's life changes drastically when she meets Chandler Macklin, who has also had a few bad times in his life. Both are drawn to each other and eventually work out the mishaps in their life.
Neva is afraid to experience her feelings for Chandler and Chandler is afraid to let his feelings surface. Chandler has an ex-wife and a son, Tariq. His son wants Chandler back home and wants to live as a family. Chandler loves his son, but does not want to revive his relationship with his ex-wife. Neva is now the woman in Chandler's life. Will Neva and Chandler have their "Time to Love?" or will they be succumbed to life's activities that surround them?
"A Time to Love" is a romantic twist that is captivating. "A Time to Love" is a must read! It is a refreshing eye-opener to love when you think life has nothing else to offer.
BOOK: Sweet Mystery
ISBN: 0786005637
DATE: October 1988
PUBLISHER: Pinnacle Books
An Amazon customer review: Filled with love and suspense!, March 10, 2001
"Sweet Mystery" is full of suspense as well as romance. Rae Dalcour is one tough lady. Not only is she spirited, but she is not afraid to take chances. Rae returns home after the death of her father. She remodels her father's business and the dance hall opens, but everything is not wine and roses. Rae is faced with living with trying to build her image, but also to ignore what's been said about her family for over 50 years. Rae returns to lots of "ghosts" from the past. She was known as "that wild Dalcour girl." After returing to Belle Rose, Rae is approached by Simon St. Cyr, who wants to purchase a part of the Dalcour land. Simon is not only a businessman, but the St. Cyr family is part of the age old mystery. Also, Simon was once married to Toya Jove, whose family is involved in the mystery too. Rae and Simon are attracted to each other and sparks fly. Rae not only opens the dance hall, but Rae hires a detective to look into the disappearance of her grandfather, Vincent Dalcour and Henry Jove's wife. However, the mystery of the past entangles the present and Rae and Simon's love is mixed in with it.
Ms. Emery has written another book that keeps the reader turning the pages. It is a good book.
BOOK: Tender Touch
ISBN: 0786004649
DATE: December 1997
PUBLISHER: Pinnacle Books
An Amazon customer review: A touching love story!, January 14, 2001
Jade Pellegrin and Damon Knight were great together. Jade, a girl who has played second fiddle in her mother's eyes to her sister, is not second in the eyes of the handsome Mr. Knight. As they get to know each other better, they become involved in a romantic relationship. Jade is in need of a "Tender Touch" and Damon is just the right guy to provide the touching. The relationship between Jade and Damon is not only romantic, but steamy and exciting.
"Tender Touch" is a good book, which has potential for other stories -- Jade's sister, Lanessa, whose life is a story itself, as well as Jade's best friend, Shaena. Lanessa's story has already been written. Perhaps, Shaena's story will be forthcoming. I love Ms. Emery's books.
BOOK: After All
ISBN: 158314062X
DATE: December 1999
PUBLISHER: Kimani Press
An Amazon customer review: After all what else is there to do?, July 14, 2000
Ms. Emery has done it again. "After All" was just that -- AFTER ALL what else is there?
The past has a way of coming back to you - sometimes if it is only in your dreams. However, with Michelle Toussaint, the past came back to her big time, not in her dreams, but in the flesh -- in the form of the six-foot-two Anthony Hilliard.
Years ago, Michelle thought she had hardened her heart and put Anthony out of her life due to their families' misfortunes. However, love has a way of coming through and overshadowing even when we think we know what is right.
In a way, Michelle blamed Anthony for her father's financial misfortune. Both, Michelle and Anthony, felt bound by family ties. However, in order for the two of them to rekindle what they once had, they each had to cut the ties that were binding them.
Michelle's job as a reporter gave her the opportunity to get the "goods" on Anthony's uncle, Ike, which would eventually destroy Ike and may well damage Michelle's newfound relationship with Anthony, as well as Anthony's career and his perspective of Ike.
Anthony's Uncle Ike is Anthony's mentor. All of Anthony's life, Anthony has believed in, trusted, and looked up to Ike. Yet, Michelle was about to destroy that trust. Would Michelle's actions in turn, destroy Michelle's and Anthony's chance to start anew and revive their feelings of the past? Anthony was willing to start over. Michelle wanted to, but was afraid the old hurts would resurface.
Michelle would soon learn that Anthony's family is not the only one to blame for what Michelle thinks nearly ruined her father and upset the Toussaint's happy home. Michelle would eventually come upon the truth that not Anthony, nor Ike, nor even Michelle's father is to blame for part of the problem. Michelle would realize that her mother is a part of the problem as well -- in fact half of the problem involving Michelle's father and Ike Batiste.
" After All" is about love, trust, hurt and pain. "After All" is about uncovering secrets that some would say would be better left buried, yet, the scars cannot heal, if the truth is not revealed. "After All" is about setting one free after the truth is told. "After All" is about facing the past and embracing the future. "After All" is about Michelle Toussaint and Anthony Hilliard. Two people who had to put their families' issues aside, accept what happened in the past, learn from it, then continue in the future, and let their love for each other help heal the wounds of the past. AFTER ALL what else does two people do who are made for each other and destined to be together, except forget the past, learn from life's mistakes, and embrace the future.
"After All" was a great book.
BOOK: Night Magic
ISBN: 0786001798
DATE: September 1995
PUBLISHER: Pinnacle Books
An Amazon customer review: The Night Magic continues . . ., July 14, 2000
Lynn Emery's first novel, "Night Magic" was indeed magical. It was entertaining! A superb story.
After returning to Louisiana, Savannah St. Julien's friend, Charice, arranges a meeting between Savannah and Paul Honoree'. At first, their conversation is a little strained, but when they start to dance and Paul enfolds Savannah in his arms, Savannah finds it hard to resist. Then, the magic began. However, everything in Savannah and Paul's lives are not magical.
Savannah is faced with envy and backbiting by a childhood acquaintance, LaShaun Rouselle, who has let her mother's feelings transfer to LaShaun. Not only does LaShaun let something from the past make her dislike Savannah, but LaShaun wants Paul for herself. LaShaun turns to "voodoo magic" to win Paul's love and conquer Savannah.
However, the magic belongs to Savannah and Paul. Their relationship has to survive some hurdles, but that is part of the magic of love.
While Savannah struggles with the issues in her life -- betrayal on her job, her return to her hometown, dealing with the family's problems, uncovering family secrets, coping with LaShaun's hatred, and dealing with what Savannah thinks is yet another betrayal, but this time in the man she is falling in love with, Paul -- the magic continues to grow. Savannah tries to deny her feelings for Paul, but she is unable to do so. Her feelings come to the surface as magical as the night dawns into day.
The magic is definitely there in the form of Savannah and Paul. They do not need voodoo or to conjure up any supernatural powers. As their feelings heighten, their love magically blooms. Read "Night Magic" for yourself and discover the magic.
BOOK: Happy New Year Baby
(Silver Bells)
ISBN: 0786003332
DATE: December 1996
PUBLISHER: Pinnacle Books
From Library Journal
Pinnacle's Arabesque line continues its annual holiday tradition with this diverse trio of contemporary African American romances, each highlighting a different winter celebration. In Gwynne Forster's "Christopher's Gifts," an upscale interior decorator finds happiness with the man she has hired to be her chauffeur; in Carmen Green's appealing "Whisper to Me," a lovely teacher introduces the rich traditions of Kwanzaa to a widower and his seven-year-old twin girls; and in Lynn Emery's compelling "To Begin Again," a determined social worker activist finds that love does not follow party lines. Although the stories are not equally well done, they make for pleasant holiday reading. Copyright 1996 Reed Business Information, Inc.
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