Blurb A chance meeting lands dating columnist Lexi Anderson an invitation to the most sought-after D.C. event. Seeking inspiration for her spring column, she agrees to accompany an older gentleman she met at the Vietnam Memorial. Everyone lets go at the Pink Tie Dinner. Navy Commander Steve MacDonald is no exception. He’s attracted to Lexi and disappointed she’s returning to New York in the morning. He makes a plan guaranteeing he’ll see her during New York’s Fleet Week. Lexi has shared with her readers that she never gets involved with a man in uniform. When the magic of the evening disappears, will Lexi hold tight to her dating rule?
Research is always my favorite part of writing. Cherry Blossom Serendipity is part of the Wild Rose Press’ Jelly Beans and Spring Things series—jelly beans had to be mentioned in the story. I experimented with different color beans to see how they dissolved in various liquids. The primary ingredients for jelly beans are sugar, corn syrup, modified cornstarch, and confectioner’s glaze. Sugars dissolve easily in liquids. Easy enough—I had the perfect technique to include jelly beans in my story.
Springtime Magic Mocktail or Cocktail?
Excerpt
“Would you like another drink, sir?” A server glanced at the untouched drink.
Steve turned when Lexi laughed at something his grandfather said. A cherry blossom necklace shimmied with the movement of her chest. He looked away and ordered a drink. “A ginger ale, please.” No more silly pink beverages. He needed a clear head. The situation required a plan, one to help her see beyond the uniform. Next week, he’d be in New York preparing for Fleet Week. Would she meet him for a real drink when he was off duty?”
Excerpt From: Zelda Benjamin. “Cherry Blossom Serendipity.” iBooks.
About Zelda
I’m a self-proclaimed foodie who loves writing books with a food theme. When I’m not writing, I’m baking, traveling, or tasting new and exciting foods that may or may not show up in a new story.
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