Heather - Author of Grant's Crossing Novels. Don’t Call Me Sugar - available now! #Hoosiers #Buckeyes #Cubs #CBJ STH Go Jackets! #RPCV #ally RIP #13 #Knitting https://linktr.ee/grantscrossing www.hmsbrown.com
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Hi there! I’m Heather Brown. I publish as H.M.S. Brown-Heather Melissa Scribner Brown. Quite convenient, my initials, considering I write military fiction! I’m working on my first MM romance that I plan to publish next year under the pen name, Lissa Brune. That’s the plan, anyway!
End of a New Life hits the shelves on September 25 & is available for pre-order on Amazon, BN, Kobo, & Apple Books. Read how a combat veteran navigates civilian life w PTSD. My goal is to get at least 30 pre-orders by release day. Pre-order price is $3.99 ($7.99 after release) books2read.com/EONL
Greetings from Columbus, Ohio! I hope you all have a fabulous day today! I'm going to be trying for book sales today. Tomorrow, I have a 1-day temp assignment. :-) End of a New Life pre-order link: books2read.com/EONL
Looking for a slow burn romance with a strong-willed heroine and a smokin' hot Marine veteran, firefighter? Try don't Call Me Sugar and watch out for the Tres Widows, i.e. three flirty septuagenarians! 100% FREE to read! getinkspired.com/en/story/523...
I hope he and Newsom are enough.
Did you know that you can also treat me to a metaphorical cup of coffee on Inkspired? Take a look. So far, Between the Lines is still 100% free as are my 3 pre-released chapters at Starting Over/End of a New Life. Treat yourself! PS: I love mocha. getinkspired.com/en/u/grantsc...
And mine was an I appreciate you like! :-)
The last week or so has been really rough. Adulting sucks. Seriously - I never thought I'd struggle this much in my 50s just to make ends meet.
Some Repairs Take Time, on Inkspired, is actually End of a New Life, so if you want a sneak peek of the prologue and first two chapters of my newest book, click the link below. Check it out at getinkspired.com/story/620712...
Go Cubbies!
Inkspired now has subscriptions! Instead of $7.99 each, you can subscribe to more than one at a time on Inkspired! LEAUX CAY WARRIOR: All my Heroes novels, including my newest (1st 3 chapters are already live!) LEAUX CAY ROMANTICS: Between the Lines + 2 more! getinkspired.com/en/u/grantsc...
Greetings from Columbus!! It’s a gorgeous day here in central Ohio! I just got my book back from my editor. Time to work on final edits and revisions. Still looking for ARC readers so please check out my pinned post for details. Invite all your friends, too! Thanks and have an awesome day!
Are you up late looking for a new book to read in September? How would you like to be an ARC reader for my next small-town, military drama, End of a New Life? Sign up below. Blurb and details can be found by following the link below: forms.gle/hVs4ETX137df... THANK YOU!
⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ MILITARY FICTION AT ITS BEST! - Amazon review Three friends leave home to serve their country. Only two make it back. What do you do when your best friend is no longer there? books2read.com/u/38WRM7
Greetings from Columbus, Ohio! I’m looking forward to a long holiday weekend. Know why? Because I have no plans. Zero. Zilch. Zip. Nada. How about you?
They really wanted to do this with Taylor Swift? Do they not think she’ll go after them?
No. No one is saying this. We do NOT want a dictator. Not at all.
Okay, Ohio friends! What can you tell me about Sandusky, Ohio? (Other than it's where Cedar Point is located!) Feel free to comment on the surrounding area as well, if you'd like. But, I need to go to Sandusky. I've only ever been through there. Thank you!
Holy cow! My two dramas are ranked #1 & #4 in #Inkspired! Have you read these? Prices will soon increase to $2.99 each, but will remain free for existing followers. #1 in Drama - Two Brothers #4 in Drama - Heroes of Grant's Crossing getinkspired.com/u/grantscros...
Wanted: ARC READERS How difficult is it to re-enter civilian life after serving 13 years in the US Army as a combat medic? How difficult is it to come back without your best friend? How far will one man fall? forms.gle/mnDfQXd8Vjcu... #Veterans #PTSD #Smalltown #EndofaNewLife
This is happiness! Go Jacket!! And yeah - I even have more!!
Enjoying a mocha at Grandview Grind while plotting out my next series!
End of a New Life, Heroes of Grant's Crossing Book 3, hits the shelves one month from today! To celebrate, I've just posted a sneak peek from my book that chronicles the journey of a US Army combat veteran's return to civilian life while battling PTSD. hmsbrown.com/2025/08/brin...
Greetings from Columbus, Ohio! It’s going to be a busy week - starting with my Fiverr account for beta reading, basic editing, & audiobook prep services. My goal is to put all my years of teaching, tutoring, & training to work for me! Let me know what you’re up to and have a great week!
In the 2016 GOP primary campaign I watched a couple of debates. In one, they all talked about how conception, even out of rape, was a beautiful thing. (Paul Ryan said the same in his 2012 VP campaign) Gov Chris Christie was the only candidate on the stage that acknowledged that rape was illegal.
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Thanks, Brian. I appreciate the kind words. On a positive note, I have a behind-the-scenes tour at NWA this week so I can learn about what it takes to manage a hockey team. Ok - won’t learn everything with one tour but it’ll be fun!
Book 1: Wayward Guilt Book 2: Safe Now Book 3: End of a New Life And with the same link above - take a look at my Contemporary firefighter romance, Don’t Call me Sugar!
Well - if you have t read my books already, I’d love for you to pick one up. End of a new Life is available for pre-order! Heroes of Grant’s Crossing: a trilogy of standalone novels chronicling the lives of veterans returning to the civilian world in the heartland. linktr.ee/grantscrossing 🧵3/3
Seriously - this job market stinks and is really love an opportunity where I can get ahead. I haven’t felt that since the late 2000s. Well - maybe a few years ago but it was short-lived and ai never made it to the “ahead” part of it. 🧵2/3
Ugh! Happy Friday everyone. I learned this afternoon that my contract to hire position will lot be extended to the “to hire” part and today was my last day. They have an assignment I can take starting on September 9 but until then? I’m going to lay low and not spend any money if I can help it. 🧵1/3
I haven’t started this one yet. I have it but haven’t yet jumped in. It’s going to be so good!
Listening to someone smart. He’s currently speaking of the Great Recession.
I’ve seen so many people spreading the misinformation that PBS is shut down or is shutting down. The Corporation for Public Broadcasting has been shut down and PBS has been defunded. HOWEVER!!! PBS still exists. It is more important now than ever that you donate to PBS if you can.
Coffee Marketing from my upcoming release: End of a New Life PS - Kiro is pronounced KEER-oh, like Hero with a K Pre-order today at Amazon, Apple Books, Barnes & Noble and Kobo! Paperback will be available September 25 for go live!
Greetings from Columbus, Ohio! Happy Friday! What do you have going on this weekend? Anything fun?
So no. Not profiling at all!
I still have to play with mine on my desktop but can you please include screenshots with these posts?! Thanks!!
I never knew he was the guy who told so many parents that beating their children was godly. Ugh. What a rat fink. Glad my parents were never followers of his.
Hi, friends! Please buy my books! 😄 Thanks! linktr.ee/grantscrossing
They vote and do you really think they wouldn’t be arresting every non-white protester in Dc and claim it was part of the crackdown that was needed? The stupid white hippies and making sure voices are heard. Keep it up!
Her father’s accident brought her home. Will a cocky firefighter keep her there? ✅ Sassy bookshop owner. ✅ Smokin' hot firefighter. ✅ Three flirty septuagenarians. 🔥 DON'T CALL ME SUGAR 📚 Available wherever books are sold online: books2read.com/DCMS Ask for it at your local library!
How far must one man fall? END OF A NEW LIFE A troubled veteran An abandoned home Some repairs take time Pre-order your copy today! books2read.com/EONL Like Wayward Guilt and Safe Now, End of a New Life can be read as a standalone. (ARC reader? See my pinned post to sign up!)
Good morning and happy Thursday! My Cubs won against last night, so I’m in a great mood. How’s your day going?
Hilliard folks - heads up!
Right?! I’m so glad he’s happy up there and hope he has a terrific year. Sure I’ll root against him when you guys play my Blue Jackets but it sounds like we’re going to see some great things with the Habs this year!
ARC READERS! CALLING ALL ARC READERS!! Small town drama? Check out my pinned post and sign up to be an ARC reader for End of a New Life!
Damn!
Grr!
Definitely a good viewpoint, thanks! Read a few more articles I hadn’t yet had a chance to check out, too. Thanks!
I haven’t tried this yet. Is it primarily for the desktop version? I’m mapping out a new series with 6-7 books and this outliner looks like it would be extremely helpful!
Only 32 days until our first pre-season home game! Not that I’m counting or anything! Lol! Ahem.
Side question: is it just me? Or does KJ look like he needs a big hug?! 🙂
Support your public library. Defend your public library. Slay the enemies of your public library.
As an Ohioan, I fully support his response!
Go Jackets!!
SHHHH!!! You’re not supposed to tell people! Geez!!
He’s got a good eye for young talent.
Greetings from Columbus, Ohio! Annoying traffic day here in Columbus, but I made it to the office safely! How’s your day going?
Again: this is not about what this country can or can’t afford. It’s about priorities.
WANTED: ARC READERS Fill out the form below to put your name in to be an ARC reader. Details and the blurb are included on the form. End of a New Life - Heroes of Grant's Crossing Book 3 (Standalone) Genre: Military / small-town drama forms.gle/Kn7DVvgUmxEf...
Good deal. Thanks for your help! Hope you guys have a good season. Except when you play us... of course! :-P Go Jackets!
Sabres fans are welcome - thanks! So basically the PTO is an invitation to training camp to show the new team what they can do and how they can add value? Much like with prospects and AHL players? Does this mean they’ll probably also play a pre-season game or two?
Hey #CBJ friends! Hockey question, please. What is involved with a professional try out? What’s that process like, please? Thanks!
Totally worth it!!!
Layers, friend. Layers. And the ability to knit didn’t hurt either! I didn’t think it was that bad but I was also a walking marshmallow!
Based on the angle, we weren’t too far from each other!
Hello! I need some happiness in my timeline. Share your favorite animal or hockey picture below!
That looks delicious!
Greetings from Columbus, Ohio! It’s Tuesday! Besides eating tacos, what’s on your agenda today?!
I’m Heather, aka H.M.S. Brown. I’m a multi-genre author who writes military fiction and also contemporary firefighter romance. I’d love for you to add my books to your Goodreads TBR! Heroes of Grant’s Crossing - military fiction Contemporary Firefighter Romance www.goodreads.com/author/show/...
Greetings from Columbus, Ohio! Happy Monday, everyone! Only 34 more days to #CBJ pre-season hockey! (56 days to opening day at Nationwide!) Have a fantastic week!
Greetings from a Gen-Xer in Columbus, Ohio!! I’m opening the shop today to cover for someone and will then I will relax. Or I’ll try to relax, anyway. I still haven’t touched the book I want to read and I need to change that. Ha! Are you doing anything to relax today?
I try my best! lol!
I’ll see my parents - Mr and Mrs Brown - tomorrow. I’ll ask if they have one handy. lol! Ahem.
It’s like there’s a specific cause and effect with this one. *Taps chin Hmm… what could it be?
As a Cubs fan, I’m okay with that this time around.
I’m so excited that the #CBJ org is helping me with my research for my next book series! Holy cow! Seriously! They’re helping me out and I can’t begin to tell you how much I appreciate that!
I’m waiting for a “not many people know this but (insert something obvious)” post.
I haven’t yet been to an OSU hockey game but want to go this season.
Think of all the romance writers who will be out of work if the vaguely-worded anti “obscene / porn” bill is signed into law? 40% of all books read are romance novels.
I’m so entertained by his posts. Kudos to his team. But - is t it nice to have something to smile about for a change? Sure, hockey preseason starts in about 47 more days (but who’s counting) but until then? I’m more upbeat for sure!
Let’s go!
Greetings from Columbus, Ohio! Happy Friday, everyone! What are you doing this weekend? I hope to delve into a book that I’ve barely started but really want to read! Tastes Like Murder by Catherine Bruns.
Gen-Xer here. I’m 55 & I write novels & love hockey. I also believe you should love whoever you love & should be allowed to marry them. I do NOT believe people should remove rights of voters (healthcare, right to marry, etc) merely b/c they don’t agree with them. And did I mention I love hockey?
That’s kind of diabolical and I love it!
I just hope that they remember to tell the DJ on Grateful Dead night … that it’s Grateful Dead night! lol!
Oh yeah!!!!
Yes! I’m excited just reading that! Can’t wait for the season to start to see what he can do for us!
Alright, hockey fans! What’s your favorite team? Bonus points for including your favorite player as well!
Stay strong! We have your back, ladies! Don’t give up! Please don’t give up!
Greetings from Columbus, Ohio! It’s Thursday! Woo hoo! Ok - trying to make things exciting here! lol! I hope you all have a fabulous day!
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❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ DON'T CALL ME SUGAR Her father’s accident brought her home. Will a cocky firefighter keep her there? books2read.com/u/b5YnzR 📚 Small Town 🔥 Slow Burn 📚 Strong-willed Heroine 🔥 Smokin’ hot Firefighter 📚 Lots of Fireworks 🔥 Three Flirty Septuagenarians 📚 Guaranteed HEA
SAFE NOW is currently marked down to $8.38 in Paperback. Get it now while it's hot! (normally 18.95) a.co/d/0AZ1aQC “You’re not going in there as a firefighter, Steve. You’re going there as a Marine.” Some secrets can’t be kept. Some people can’t be protected. Some brothers can’t be stopped.
My next book is with my editor for a Sep 25 release. I’m working on a novella featuring my MC’s dad. I want to write 2, actually. 1- the dad’s love story with his first wife and then 2- finding love a second time as a widower because, darn it. Abe needs to have his happy ending, too!