I love writing about small towns. From The Chandler Brothers in 2002 set in Yorkshire Falls, NY to the town of Perkins, MA in the more recent Lucky series, in one way or another, I've continued the trend with the occasional hop into New York City. What makes small towns so special? For me, it's the idea that everyone knows one another - which can be seen as a good thing or a bad thing depending on the character's point of view and past history. Each small town has its own charm and of course, quirky characters known and loved by all.

In my upcoming series for Berkley, Serendipity, beginning in October 2011, readers will discover my newest small fictional town of Serendipity, NY. A small town itself can also be a character. Serendipity is defined by the landmark house on the hill, the Harrington Mansion. The house and it's previous owners have had their share of pain and heartache. For Faith Harrington, daughter of infamous Martin Harrington whose Ponzi scheme bankrupted and destroyed many people and lives, the memories of the house are mixed, yet Serendipity represents home and a place for her to start over.

For Ethan Barron, the town's bad boy who left home at age 18 and hasn't returned in ten years, buying the mansion represents his bid at redemption. Faith and Ethan shared a memorable motorcycle ride back in high school and a forbidden kiss neither has been able to forget. But now, as adults, their social positions are reversed. Ethan has money while Faith is starting fresh. Neither are prepared for the impact of seeing each other again or for the role Serendipity plays in bringing and keeping them together.

I can't wait for my readers to meet Faith, Ethan and his brothers, Nash and Dare, along with the a cast of characters I hope will capture their hearts and bring them back to Serendipity time and again.

While waiting for Serendipity, readers can look forward to two releases in April 2011, More Than Words, Vol. 7, a heartwarming story with a hot sports hero that spotlights a very special charity) along with the reissue of HOT ITEM (the 3rd in my Hot Zone trilogy). For covers, information and more, there's always something happening at: www.carlyphillips.com .

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