Praise for “AN UNEXPECTED BRIDE”
"Her debut novel, An Unexpected Bride, has burst onto the scene, zooming up the bestseller lists and racking up fans faster than other writers racking
up words....a smash hit!"
- KINDLE FIRE DEPARTMENT (fireapps.blogspot.com)
"Author Shadonna Richards has an "unexpected" bestseller on her hands with this unheralded romantic comedy....An Unexpected Bride has sold 10,000 copies in its first three months..."
-KINDLE NATION DAILY
"For me, this was one of those books you cuddle up with on a stormy day, with your favorite beverage in your favorite chair, and just get lost in the story. .. This sweet and humorous romance is sure to keep you entertained as well as have you giggling. "
-JUST ONE MORE PARAGRAPH (TWEEZLEREADS.BLOGSPOT.COM)
"This was a cute read. It had it's charming moments and I found it was very easy to read." -
"I enjoyed the chemistry between Emma and Evan."
-From the TBR PILE
-From the TBR PILE
"...this is something romance lovers will want to get their hands on..."
-Everyday is an Adventure (Book blog)
-Everyday is an Adventure (Book blog)
-Annette Nishimoto
"...an endearing story about a devoted granddaughter wanting to give her grandfather his last wish... Pick up a copy and experience Shadonna’s writing!"
- Barb (Sugarbeats Books)
"If you love a romance that's filled with laughs, ups, downs, twists and turns then this is for you. I am now a fan of Shadonna Richards and I can't wait to see what she has in store for her readers next!"
-Reviews by Molly
"These characters are well written, the story was fast paced, easy to read and engaging. Emma goes from single to engaged in a blink of an eye. Make sure to check out this great read and see what happens to Emma and Evan!"
-Stitch Read Cook
"Shadonna Richards is a wonderful author!...It's a sweet and romantic story that will
sweep you off your feet."
- Reviews by Molly
"The descriptions of New York and other surroundings do draw you in...This is a well-written story that flows along nicely..."
-The Scarf Princess
"I can feel her heart beating out of her chest. Great pacing...good descriptives…I look forward to buying this story one day soon." - Judge, TARA contest 2010
"Very sweet...great foreshadowing!" - Judge, TARA contest 2010
"I would recommend this book to fans of chick-lit and light romance or anyone looking for a book to curl up with on a rainy afternoon." -Hands and Home
"An Unexpected Bride is a modern romance readers will discover touches an old-fashioned place in their hearts." - Paige Lovitt, READER VIEWS
Praise for “THINK AND BE HAPPY: 365 EMPOWERING THOUGHTS TO LIFT YOUR SPIRIT”
"Written with humor and wisdom, Shadonna Richards has produced a book that is both fun to read and loaded with techniques for helping all of us achieve true, deep, lasting happiness."
---"I love this great new book: Think and Be Happy by Shadonna Richards. She has created a profound book on happiness that is very simple. Their is no doubt in my mind that Shadonna has searched and found the secret of happiness and is sharing it with us in this valuable book. Her words of wisdom will serve us all on our path to happiness. This is a perfect book to buy for a friend because you will be helping to spread happiness to the ones you love. Happiness is a gift and Shadonna has handed it to us. We just have to open it, enjoy it and learn from it."
--Lionel KetchianFounder of the Happiness Clubs
“Shadonna Richards has discovered the elusive secret to finding inner-peace and happiness. In Think & be Happy, she shares the fullness of the discovery with a flourish in manageable sound bites." ~Yvonne Blackwood
Author of Into “Shadonna's new book, Think and be Happy, is wonderful and hopeful. It's poetic, relevant and simple. During stressful times everyone can use a reminder that happiness is a choice. We are reminded to seek experiences to make us happy not things. Shadonna has given us the recipe for creating a happy life, she shows us how we can incorporate this basic ingredient so we will live a fulfilling and abundant life. Her use of poetic language moves us to believe that this state of happiness is readily achievable for all who desire to partake.
~Mitzie Hunter, Vice President, External Relations, Goodwill (Greater “Think and Be Happy, is filled with golden nuggets that provide inspiration to start your day on a positive note no matter who you are. Although intended to be read on a daily basis, you may find that you just can't get enough of these gems of wisdom without reading even more. Shadonna Richards shares her words of wisdom in a way that will have you telling your friends to get their own copy and not wait for you to pass it on to them. We need more books like this one! “
--Catherine Pulsifer, Editor www.wow4u.com