LYDIA HOPE
Seven Oars on KU
Hello, hello. As I start to write, I want to say Happy New Year, everyone! —and then I realize January is already gone. How did that happen?? But muh New Year’s resolutions! I have them. I actually love writing them; it gives me such a great feeling of new beginnings. Do you write them? If…
October Post
I’d like to start this post by saying Thank You to my readers! After the release of Seven Oars, I received so many heart-warming messages that it truly made my day (my month, rather). I like to say I write for myself, but you can’t imagine the motivational difference your comments make. A few of…
Seven Oars Release Date
It’s really happening! We have a release date — September 4th! Pre-orders are now open on Amazon. This is a story about Rosamma, an ordinary woman with extraordinary resilience. It was a fun book to write, despite the fact that it ended up on a darker side, so watch out for language, themes of violence…
Seven Oars Cover Reveal
Hello, everyone! We have a cover! 🎉 It’s in keeping with the series, but this time a lively green. The book is written and even halfway edited, though I don’t have a specific release date yet. I’ve been putting a lot of time into it over the last few months—wow, that was something. By now,…
Author Update April 2025
Today was a good day in that I passed 100K words in my latest book, Seven Oars. I usually average that much in a finished version, which means I’ll need to write another 20–30K so I can cut back on the fluff during editing. While it still feels like the publication date is a ways away,…
Working Title “Seven Oars” Ch. 1
I don’t think I’ve posted anything from my current work in progress, Rix Universe Book 3. I call it Seven Oars but the title may change. It’s Rosamma’s story, and I am kind of aware that at first blush, Rosamma doesn’t check out as a typical romance heroine. Then again, who does? Spoiler alert: Her…
Romance Novels in the Rockies: A Writer’s Inspiration
Hello, dear readers! I hope this post finds you well and cozy wherever you are. As some of you might know, I recently made a big move from the bustling streets of Washington, DC to the breathtaking landscapes of Colorado. It’s been quite the adventure, and I’m excited to share a bit of this new…
Fall Post
Hello, world. This is me, Lydia, trying to revive my neglected online presence. Fall is here and I have pretty pictures to show for it. I’ll never get tired of fall colors. After 18 years in Florida, it’s hard to believe I’m back in a place where there’re seasons. I love seasons. (I love Florida,…
April Rambles
Hello and how has everyone been doing? Are spring allergies getting to you yet? It’s a beautiful season, but goodness I hate it because it causes me so much misery. Yes, yes, I do take antihistamines to function, but that’s not how it should be, right? 🤧 It’s been a while since I posted, mainly…
Sky Song and More
Yesterday was Sky Song release day, and it went great! I’m so grateful for my readers – thank you so much for appreciating the stories I have to tell. I receive so many kind comments, and it always warms my heart to hear from you. I continue to be amazed at how far-flung my books…
Lydia Hope 
I really enjoyed your books!
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