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It’s finally here!

Boarding Pass is out in the world and I couldn’t be more excited to share Miles and Sophie’s whirlwind romance with you.

You might remember Miles Stojanović, the brooding tech billionaire and fiercely loyal twin brother from The Flirt Alert. In Boarding Pass, he trades spreadsheets for soul-searching and a one-way ticket to Paris, where a spilled glass of wine and a beautiful stranger named Sophie Dumond change everything.

Sophie’s a celebrated photographer with a bruised heart, trying to find her spark again. Miles is a man who thought he had it all, until he meets her.

What starts as one night of laughter and connection becomes an unexpected journey… straight into forever.

I love this book so much because it’s about risk, joy, healing, and chemistry that can’t be denied.

It’s inspired by my own love of travel and my own “chance encounter” with my Irish soulmate. (Though it was spilled Guinness, not wine…)

Haven’t grabbed your copy yet? Now’s the perfect time!

Get Boarding Pass today

What’s Next?

I’ve got THREE new books coming out before the end of 2025 and one more just in time for Valentine’s Day 2026 (cue the swoons)! Keep an eye out for the conclusion of my Charming Irish series and other steamy surprises (including the announcement of a new series…)

You won’t want to miss a thing.

Gratitude and Heartfelt Thanks

Whether you’ve been here since Less Than Zero or are just meeting my characters for the first time, thank you. Your support, reviews, and messages mean the world to me.

Let’s raise a glass of Bordeaux to taking chances, falling in love, and always booking the trip.

With so much love,

Kaylene Winter

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You know the type. The tech genius. The emotionally unavailable loner. The one who builds a billion-dollar gaming empire and still feels like something’s missing.

That’s Miles Stojanović.

But beneath his designer hoodies and sharp mind is a man who aches for connection. When he sells his company and finds himself in Paris with nothing but a carry-on and an identity crisis, the last thing he expects is Sophie Dumond. She’s vibrant. Grounded. A complete surprise.

She turns his world inside out in the best possible way.

From Backup Brother to Book Boyfriend

If Miles sounds familiar, you may remember him from The Flirt Alert. He’s the guy who nearly blew a gasket when he walked in on his twin sister Shay kissing his best friend Austin.

Yep. Miles Stojanović. AKA: Mr. “Hands-Off-My-Sister,” king of the death glare, secret softie under all that ice.

Well guess what? Miles finally gets his own story in Boarding Pass. Full of sparks, swoon, and a spontaneous trip across Europe with a woman who challenges everything he thought he knew about love.

Turns out, it only takes one spilled glass of wine in Paris to send a man spiraling straight into his heart.

If you loved him as Shay’s fiercely protective twin, you’re going to fall for him as Sophie’s unexpected soulmate.

Haven’t met him yet? Catch his first explosive entrance in The Flirt Alert then grab Boarding Pass to watch him fall—hard.

👉 Grab your copy of Boarding Pass here!

With love,

Kaylene

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Readers, thought I’d send out a quick note today because I’m so excited to officially reveal the cover for my upcoming novella, Boarding Pass, the first in my brand-new Hearts Without Borders series—launching September 5!

This is not your average travel romance.

It’s steamy, swoony, emotionally charged, and packed with passport-stamped tension.

She’s in Paris to chase a dream and start over.

He’s in Paris to escape burnout and feel something real.

Neither of them expected each other.

Boarding Pass is a globetrotting escape with serendipitous spark, off-the-charts chemistry, and just the right amount of wild decisions. Think dirty talk in French bars, sunrise sex in five-star suites, and one kiss that rewrites everything.

If you’ve read The Flirt Alert, you already know Miles—the brilliant, broody twin who built a gaming empire and walked away from it all. This is his story. And it’s a trip you won’t want to miss.

Don’t you ADORE the cover? Shout out to Kate Farlow who designed all of the covers for this series! Pre-order it here!

Want to read my books before they release?

I’m inviting passionate romance readers to join my ARC Team, where you’ll get early access to my upcoming books in exchange for honest reviews and a little help spreading the word!

Whether you’ve been with me since Endless or you’re new to the wild world of my rockstars, rebels, and Irish charmers, this is your chance to get a front-row seat to every steamy twist and emotional turn.

Perks of joining:

Early access to new releasesSneak peeks and exclusive bonus scenesA front-line role in my book launch communityAll the bragging rights

If you love swoony heroes, fierce heroines, and stories that stay with you, I’d love to have you.

Apply now to join my ARC Team and be part of the behind-the-scenes magic.

Apply here: https://forms.gle/3FdDjkM9uh6Gypd59 

With love (and lots of Eiffel Tower kisses),

Kaylene

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Hello my fabulous readers!

What started as a fun, sexy little idea, a strangers-to-lovers story set on a whirlwind trip to Paris has become something so much more personal. This book is my love letter to Paris, and the first stop in a series I’ve dreamed of writing for years.

Hearts Without Borders is a collection of destination romance novellas featuring characters from my previous books who lose themselves, and find love, in some of the most magical places in the world.

For me, travel has always been about discovery. Getting on a plane, leaving behind the noise, and being open to something unexpected.

Paris is a place where everything sharpens and softens at the same time. The air is different. The vibe is romantic. A place where you start to believe in impossible things.

The first book in the series is called Boarding Pass, featuring Miles (from The Flirt Alert) and Sophie. It’s short, steamy, and full of Parisian pulse.

In  case you missed it in the last newsletter, here’s more about Boarding Pass:

Love wasn’t on the itinerary. He crashed the trip.

I’m in Paris with an offer for a career-making solo photography exhibit.

I should be floating on champagne and designer euphoria.

Instead, I’m single and alone at a Tom Selleck-themed wine bar, wondering if thirty-two is too young to start over.

Then he walks in.

Messy hair, leather jacket, and a smile I feel in places I haven’t for years.

One accidental wine spill and soul-shaking kiss later…

I’m about to make the most impulsive decision of my life.

I sold my company for freedom, not to get tied down.

Working like a fool is all I’ve ever known.

I need a hard reset. No expectations. No itinerary. Just a one-way ticket to Paris and a suitcase full of unresolved shit.

Then I see her.

A knockout with wine-stained lips and eyes that could undo a man.

Our connection is instant, magical, and impossible to ignore.

I didn’t come here to fall in love.

But I’m starting to think Paris had other plans.

Boarding Pass has some fun tropes you’ll love:

✔️ Meet Cute
✔️ Travel Romance
✔️ Opposites Attract
✔️ Love at First Sight

WANT TO READ IT FIRST – JOIN MY ARC TEAM

This is your final call to join the ARC team for Boarding Pass.

If you want to get your hands on Miles and Sophie’s story early and help launch the series—now’s your moment. Sign up here!

LET’S MEET SOMETIME!

I have two signings left this year!

Violet Crown Author Event – September 20 in Austin, TX
Love N Vegas – October 17–18 in Las Vegas, NV

Exclusive swag. Pictures with me (and Phalen and maybe some surprise guests!)

Preorder here!

Meet miles in The Flirt Alert here.

That’s all for today, I can’t wait for you to meet Miles and Sophie.

With love,

Kaylene

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Get ready for a bold new way to fall for the McGloughlins

If you know me, you know my personal aesthetic tends to run a little moodier. Black, bold, and beautiful has always been my go-to.

So it’s no surprise I’ve been dreaming up something extra special for my Charming Irish paperbacks.

Today, I’m finally revealing it.

Meet the Black Covers. Sleek, sophisticated alternatives to the original clean, white paperbacks. These discreet editions still hold all the steam, swoon, and family drama you love but are now wrapped in a darker, sexier vibe.

Starting with Tender Temptation, each book in the series will soon be available in either white or black. Collect one set or both!

They’ll be available very soon, so stay tuned.

With gratitude,

Kaylene

P.S. I’d love to invite you to join my personal ARC team, the Backstage Krew. If you’d like early access to my books, sneak peeks, and a behind-the-scenes experience, sign-ups are open now for a limited time. I’d be thrilled to have you join me. Sign up here!

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It’s hard to believe but it’s been five whole years since I hit publish on ENDLESS, the very first book in my Less Than Zero series. What started as a rockstar romance with a broken boy and a brave girl has grown into an entire world filled with love, longing, healing, and heat.

Back in 2020, in the midst of Covid, I had no idea where this journey would take me. I just knew I had to tell Ty and Zoey’s story. I never imagined how many readers would fall for them and for Jace, Connor, and Zane right along with them.

Your messages, your reviews, your support at signings, it’s been nothing short of magic.

In five years, we’ve:

Launched a bestselling seriesTraveled the world through these charactersExpanded into spinoff series (Hate to Love You, Charming Irish, and now Hearts without Borders!)Shared laughter, steam, and plenty of tearsBecome friends with authors who inspired me to begin in the first placeBuilt a community that truly feels like home

If you’ve been here since ENDLESS, thank you for taking a chance on me. If you’ve joined along the way, I’m so glad you’re part of this ride.

In celebration of my 5-year author anniversary, I’m giving you a gift…

ENDLESS, Ty and Zoey’s unforgettable love story is FREE from June 26–30 on Amazon!

If you’ve never started the Less Than Zero series, now’s the perfect time to dive in. And if you’ve already read it—maybe it’s time for a swoony reread!

Grab it here!
And don’t forget to tell a friend!

Here’s to five years of stories and to so many more to come.

With all my heart,

Kaylene

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Miles is headed to Paris, and he’s not coming back the same.

If you met Miles in The Flirt Alert, you already know he’s Shay’s brilliant, broody twin who built a billion-dollar gaming empire then walked away from it without a plan.

In Boarding Pass, Miles finally books a one-way ticket to freedom. Paris is supposed to be his reset button. No pressure. No expectations. Just cobblestone streets, strong coffee, and the illusion of peace.

Then he meets Sophie, a captivating, complicated photographer nursing her own heartbreak—and everything changes.

This story is tender, sexy, and full of unexpected detours. Their chemistry is off the charts, but it’s the emotional pull that caught me by surprise as I was writing it.

Boarding Pass kicks off my brand-new Hearts Without Borders series, a collection of steamy, heart-squeezing romance novellas set in dream destinations around the world and featuring characters you’ve seen in one or more of my full-length novels.

The series is all about leaving your baggage behind only to realize the love you never saw coming might be the one thing worth keeping. Steamy. Passionate. Forever Love!

Come fall in love in Paris. Miles and Sophie are waiting.

COVER REVEAL HITS AUGUST 4BOARDING PASS LANDS IN KINDLE UNLIMITED ON SEPTEMBER 5

Keep an eye on my socials to catch it first!

To celebrate, I’m sharing a special peek…. just for my list:

EXCLUSIVE EXCERPT:

Jet lag is no joke.

It’s day two—well, night two. My body’s screaming for sleep, but my brain won’t stop buzzing.

After I checked in, I dined alone at a little bistro where I enjoyed a stellar meal of steak frites. I even drank an entire bottle of wine, figuring it would help me sleep. But, no. I lay awake all fucking night long staring at the ceiling, finally passing out around breakfast time after I rubbed one out.

When I woke up it was midafternoon. Now I’m in the twilight zone of being exhausted but also wired. For the past several hours, I’ve walked half the Marais trying to shake off this annoying restless energy.

It’s not working.

God, I’m finding it impossible to relax. It feels like I’m forgetting to do something. Years of deadlines, product launches, and running a business has messed me up. I have no idea how to chill anymore.

Which fucking sucks.

Plus, I’ve come to the realization my spur-of-the-moment decision to hop on a plane might not have been the most-well-thought-out plan. I don’t speak French. I know exactly zero people here. I’m too old for nightclubs, too restless to sit alone in a café, and bars aren’t my thing.

I’m standing there, debating whether to wander aimlessly or admit defeat and go back to the hotel when I spot it—a wine bar tucked into a quiet corner, glowing with warm, golden light.

Magnum. The name’s printed on the awning in clean, sharp lettering. Tables spill out onto the street, lively but not chaotic. Inside, it looks…perfect. Busy, but not overly crowded. Doesn’t seem pretentious.

Stepping inside, I immediately love the vibe—the perfect mix of cozy and cool. Soft chatter hums under the faint clink of glasses. The décor is quirky and eclectic—photos of Tom Selleck in full Magnum PI glory line the walls, for God’s sake. How could you go wrong?

This’ll work. At least for tonight.

I scan the room and see her.

The woman seems to be alone, elbow resting on the bar as she swirls the final bit of red wine in her glass. She’s stunning in a undeniably effortless way. Dark, chestnut hair is swept back in a large clip. Loose strands brush her cheekbones. Her skin glows under the warm light, and her eyes—green, intense—flick around the room like she’s studying it. She wears a simple black dress with a colorful scarf draped around her shoulders.

I don’t know what it is about her. It takes every ounce of self-control not to stare.

Crossing the room toward the bar, I order a glass of red wine, leaving it up to the bartender to choose for me. I lean against the counter as I wait. Out of the corner of my eye, I see her dig for something in a bag slung across the back of her stool. She fumbles slightly, her hand brushing the stem—and suddenly, the wine tips.

It’s like slow motion. The red liquid spills across the table, dripping over the edge and pooling on the floor. She mutters something under her breath and grabs one of those tiny bar napkins, blotting furiously at the mess.

Before I can stop myself, I grab a fistful of bar napkins and step forward. “Need a hand?”

She stops for a second, like I’ve startled her. When she looks up, I notice two things: her cheeks are flushed, and her eyes are sharp, sizing me up like she’s not convinced I’m actually here to help.

“No, it’s fine.” Her voice is tight but controlled. “Really, it’s nothing.”

“Oh, it’s something,” I smile as I crouch to wipe up the floor. “But hey, I shouldn’t judge. Last week, I dropped an entire iced coffee in the middle of Starbucks.”

To my surprise, she laughs softly and she seems to relax a bit. “Thanks.” She finally looks me in the eye, and holy hell. I’ve never seen a more beautiful woman in my life.

“You’re welcome.” I toss the wet napkins in the trash and take the seat next to her. “Do you spill drinks often or am I just the lucky guy who gets to use it as an excuse to meet you?”

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AUTHOR SPOTLIGHTS

Two of my dear author friends have one special deal and one new release. I’m so excited for you to read them! Their stories are swoony, smart, and packed with heart. I’m especially tickled that one of them includes a line inspired by something I once said about my husband over dinner…can you guess what it is?

Supporting each other in this wild, wonderful world of romance is one of the best parts of this journey. So if you’re looking for your next read, go grab their books and fall in love all over again.

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That’s all for now!

xo,

Kaylene 💋

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I want to take a moment to say—thank you.

Your excitement, your messages, your reviews… they mean everything. Wistful Whispers has only been out a short time, and already I’m overwhelmed (in the best way) by how deeply Seamus and Marcella’s story is resonating.

Writing this book was personal. Emotional. Intense. And knowing it’s landed in your hearts makes every twist, every rewrite, every vulnerable scene worth it.

So today, I want to gift you a moment that’s both tender and heated—because that’s who Seamus and Marcella are: chaos and comfort, fire and forever.

Here’s a sneak peek at the moment it all nearly unravels—and almost ignites:

The stark room is bathed in warm, golden light, a stark contrast to the cold, clinical hallway. A hospital bed sits in the center, and perched on the edge is Seamus. Right where I left him.

His longish, wavy hair falls into his face, the brown strands catch the light as his piercing blue eyes lock on to mine. He wears blue scrubs, the fabric clings to his muscular frame making my stomach flip.

A slow, knowing smile spreads across his face, and my heart skips a beat.

“Marcella.” His deep tone is like velvet.

I should turn around and leave again. This is wrong. My feet won’t move. Instead, I step inside and the door clicks shut behind me. I can’t tear my eyes away from him.

“I shouldn’t be here,” I whisper and swallow hard.

I want to be here. My nipples pebble under his heated stare. Arousal soaks my panties.

Seamus stands, slow and deliberate and takes a step toward me. “You should.” He takes my hand without breaking eye contact. “You want this as much as I do.”

I open my mouth to deny it. The words won’t come. He’s absolutely right. I have been thinking about him nonstop. For too long. Now, we’re close enough for me to smell the faint scent of his cologne—warm and woodsy, with a hint of spice.

His free hand cups my cheek tenderly. I shiver at the contact.

“You’re so beautiful,” he murmurs, his gaze roaming over my face. “So sexy in your power suit. Your warrior princess armor.”

“I don’t know what you’re talking about.” I try to step back, never comfortable being assessed this way.

“Yes, you do.” He rakes his eyes up and down my body appreciatively. “You hide behind the wall you’ve built. Afraid to let anyone see the real you. I do, Marcella. I see you and tonight, I want all of you.”

His words cut through me, stripping away the layers of defense I’ve built over the years. I’m exposed, vulnerable, and yet…I know I won’t run anymore. I’ve been fantasizing about this moment for too long. I want to be here with Seamus.

He steps closer, his body inches from mine. Heat radiates off him. My breath hitches as his hand slides down to my hip, his touch firm but gentle.

“You don’t have to be afraid,” he whispers, his lips brushing against my ear. “I’m gonna take care of you.”

I close my eyes, my mind spinning. This is inappropriate. Morally. Ethically. Except, my body responds to him instinctively, leaning into his touch, craving more. He tilts my chin up, forcing me to meet his gaze.

“Tell me you want this,” he drawls like liquid sex. “Tell me you want me.”

I should say no. I should push him away. The words coming out of my mouth are the opposite.

“Yes,” I whisper. “I want you more than anything.”

“Thank Christ. I can’t resist you.” His lips crash down on mine, and the world tilts.

Want more? Grab your copy now. (LINK)

Readers, I’d be so grateful if you left a review on Amazon, Goodreads, or Apple. Every single review helps keep this story visible—and helps me keep writing the books you love.

With all my gratitude,

Kaylene

Get Wistful Whispers here!

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Thank You for the Incredible Wistful Whispers Reviews!

I’m absolutely floored—in the best way.

Wistful Whispers has only been out for a short time, and already your reviews, DMs, and word-of-mouth support have made this release unforgettable. I poured my heart into Marcella and Seamus’ story. Seeing how it’s landed with you? It means everything.

Here’s what readers are saying:

If you’ve read Wistful Whispers and haven’t left a review yet, I’d be incredibly grateful if you did—it’s one of the best ways to help new readers find the book.

Want to feel what everyone’s talking about? Here’s a favorite moment from Seamus:

“Tell me to stop.” I call her bluff.

She hesitates. Then she doesn’t, kissing me again. Harder this time.

My hands skim her back and I pull her closer. I’m drowning in her. In us.”

Or maybe this from Marcella:

“I’m afraid of what it means,” she whispers.

“Why are you afraid?”

“What if it means everything—only for it to end?”

Thank you again for falling for Seamus and Marcella like I did. Your support makes all of this possible.

Still haven’t read it? Don’t wait! Get Wistful Whispers here.

With so much gratitude,

Kaylene

 

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Wistful Whispers is out—and trust me, Seamus McGloughlin is going to wreck you in the best possible way.

I poured my whole heart into this book. It’s angsty, steamy, and full of emotional tension that doesn’t let up. Seamus—the youngest McGloughlin brother—is brilliant, brooding, and has earned a reputation at the hospital for… a very specific kind of magic.

Marcella Delgado is the sharp, stunning plus-size attorney who sees through his charm and forces him to face a truth he’s been running from. Their connection? Unstoppable. Their fallout? Unthinkable.

Get Wistful Whispers here.

Not convinced?

Here’s a sneak peek at the moment it all nearly unravels—and almost ignites:

I reach up, brush her hair back, and she closes her eyes.

“I can’t think,” she whispers. “When you’re this close.”

“Then don’t think.” I lean in, slow and deliberate, until her lips are right there—soft, trembling. Inches from mine.

When our mouths finally meet, it’s not rushed or frantic. It’s not needy or wild.

It’s reverent.

A slow slide of her pillowy lips against mine. Warm. Careful. Unbelievably tender.

I feel her breath hitch when I angle my head and brush my mouth against hers like I’ve been dreaming about for months. This kiss has been building since the second I saw her—since the second she shattered every expectation I had and rebuilt it into something I never saw coming.

Her hand curls into the fabric of my shirt. Not pushing me away—holding on. Christ, I feel it everywhere. The heat. The ache. The impossible rightness of this.

When her lips part and I taste more of her, I swear it almost drops me to my knees. It’s a promise. One I feel in the center of my chest—steady and deep and terrifying as hell.

When our kiss deepens and becomes more urgent, my hands find her waist. Hers thread through my hair. When we finally pull apart, both of us are breathing like we’ve run a marathon.

Marcella’s eyes are wide and glassy. Her breathing is shaky. “We shouldn’t.”

“Tell me to stop.” I call her bluff.

She hesitates. Then she doesn’t, kissing me again. Harder this time.

My hands skim her back and I pull her closer. She gasps when I lift her into my lap. Her skirt rides up and she doesn’t seem to care. I’m drowning in her. In us.

As fast as it starts, she breaks the kiss, pulling back, her hands on my chest.

“No. We can’t.” Her voice cracks. “Not like this. Not tonight.”

I breathe hard, nodding, even as I try to slow my pulse. “Okay. Okay.”

She scrambles off my lap and starts to pace, her arms crossed over her chest.

“I’m sorry,” she says. “I shouldn’t have.”

I stand too, closing the distance between us. “We didn’t do anything wrong.”

“I’m afraid of what it means.” She looks at me, conflicted.

“Why are you afraid?”

Her shoulders fall. “What if it means everything? Only for it to end?”

“We won’t let it. End.” I reach for her hand.

She squeezes my fingers. Then let’s go.

We stand there in silence for a moment longer until she crushes me. “No. We can’t. Not now. Not ever.”

“Marcella…”

“It’s not right.” She smooths her skirt.

“I don’t agree, maybe…”

“No maybes. It’s wrong.” She steps away, flustered.

This pisses me off immensely. Not because I’m mad at her. I hate she feels like I’ll let her down. “Why doesn’t it feel wrong? For me, being with you feels inevitable.”

She whirls around. “No, being with you is a problem.”

Then she’s marching toward the exit.

“Marcella.”

She doesn’t turn around. Instead, pushes through the door and I hear her heels clicking down the hallway toward the elevator.

I grab my phone and text her.

Come back.

I wait. Every second feels like an hour. I’m convinced Marcella hasn’t seen my text or worse, she’s seen and ignored it.

Then I hear something.

Heels. Echoing down the hall. Getting closer.

The door swings open and she’s back—eyes wild, breath shallow, fire in every step.

She doesn’t speak. Neither do I. Her mouth finds mine and nothing else exists.

No courtroom. No hospital. No rules.

Only this.

The inevitability we’ve been circling finally breaks.

I know with gut-deep certainty—

Marcella was always mine.

Whew!

Want more? Grab your copy now. Then cancel your plans. You’re going to need some time with Seamus.

With love,

Kaylene

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