Wilderness Suburban Survival Guide
Even the most savvy hiker single mom can wind up stranded in the middle of nowhere. Be prepared to combat any of these commonly found wilderness suburban threats:
Predators
You never know what creatures might lurk in the forest Starbucks or stream in the soccer field bleachers: venomous snakes snobs, cunning coyote yoga moms, or maybe even a ferocious bear PMS victim. Just remember, if you don’t bother it, it won’t bother you. But if all else fails, run! offer chocolate, preferably Godiva.
Hunger and Thirst
Foraging may yield mushrooms decent pizza or berries a diner that serves cheeseburgers (just make sure they’re not poisonous made of soy). Remember, insects tofu burgers and even grubs low-fat veggie-sprout sandwich wraps may be unappetizing, but they are edible. With luck, you’ll find a stream friendly local pub nearby, where you can indulge in plenty of life-sustaining water frozen margaritas.
Loneliness and Isolation
Being alone in the wilderness a rundown fixer-upper with only wildlife a moody teenager for company can drive anyone crazy. It’s crucial to keep your mind and body active turn to your nearest neighbor for adult companionship, even if he is your unrequited high school crush.
Cold
Perhaps exposure a broken heart is the most dangerous threat of all. Before embarking on a wilderness adventure new romance, always learn how to create a spark, and gradually, without smothering the flames, build a fire that will burn indefinitely.
If you follow this guide, not only will you survive the wilderness suburbia; you might even thrive fall in love with the dad next door!
Happy Reading!
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From the desk of Jane Graves
Dear Reader,
Maybe I shouldn’t admit this, but I love torturing my characters. That sounds sadistic, but let’s face it. Watching polite people in ordinary situations be sweetie-nice to each other is a bore. Watching strong people face challenges and overcoming them—now, that’s entertaining. After all, would we watch all that reality TV if everybody got along?
Here’s another truth: My characters don’t think what’s happening to them is funny, but trust me, it is. Did Lucy Ricardo think it was funny when she was trying to make candy, but the conveyor belt went so fast she couldn’t keep up? No! Did Bill Murray’s character in Groundhog Day think it was funny when every day was not a new day? No! But, we laughed, didn’t we?
Darcy McDaniel, the heroine of HOT WHEELS AND HIGH HEELS (on sale now), is facing the biggest challenge of her life. Her wealthy husband sends her on a vacation with a friend and, in her absence, cleans out their bank accounts, sells their house, and disappears.
Darcy is terrified of being destitute, but tough times call for tough measures. When ex-cop turned repo man John Stark repossesses her beloved Mercedes, she starts working for her sexy adversary with the goal of moving from receptionist to repo agent so she can make some decent money. Though, John refuses to turn a spoiled ex-trophy wife loose to legally steal cars, and soon, their battle of wits and sexual one-upsmanship burn hotter than a bonfire out of control.
I require all my characters to have one quality: No matter how hard they’re hit, they get back up again. And, the results will leave you laughing. Pick up a copy of HOT WHEELS AND HIGH HEELS, and ride along with John and Darcy on their rocky road to happily ever after!
Enjoy!
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Contents
Welcome
Dedication
Acknowledgments
Prologue
Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Chapter 3
Chapter 4
Chapter 5
Chapter 6
Chapter 7
Chapter 8
Chapter 9
Chapter 10
Chapter 11
Chapter 12
Chapter 13
Chapter 14
Chapter 15
Chapter 16
Chapter 17
Chapter 18
Epilogue
About the Author
The Dish
Books by Wendy Markham
Praise for Wendy Markham’s Novels
Newsletters
Copyright
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