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Author: Kate Hofman | Website
Born in The Netherlands, I lived in London, England, when I was eighteen.
I have a BFA as an Art History Major with a Minor in Interior Design.
Moved to Montreal, Canada. (I figured I might as well be paid for being fluent in French).
Married Arnold Hofman, a truly fabulous man. Owned and operated an art gallery for twelve years. Widowed ten years ago by Arnold's untimely death. Nina Bruhns urged me to write. I did as I was told, and in the next 4½ years I wrote two dozen books. I figured that’s what it would take to learn to write. And I was wrong! But Rose Brungard took pity on me and gave unstintingly of her own expertise, sending long explanatory e-mails, which helped me a lot. I also owe my grateful thanks to Thea Devine, who taught me to play “What If” when the writer wonders where to take the story next. And more recently, I have been given generous help, advice and encouragement by Jennifer Mueller, whose books I love. She also designed the cover art for my first two books with RomanceAtHeart.
Published Works & Book Reviews
Golden Christmas
When Nick Jacobsen finds himself sheltering a woman whose car is stuck in a snow drift on Christmas Eve, his holiday plans change-for the better. Joy Heatherfield never dreamed she'd wind up in a blizzard, only to be given shelter and finding herself tempted by the handsomest man she has ever seen. Their mutual attraction is instant and combustible. But when Nick and Joy travel to Florida together to discuss an exhibition of his paintings, trouble is on the horizon. Will Nick be able to mend his fences with the lovely Joy? And will Joy find it in her heart to forgive his unintentional blunder?
Reviewer: Jen Jen
Review: Jan 26, 2012
Genre(s): Contemporary, Romance, Seasonal / Holiday
Golden Christmas is an enticing story that encompassed the lives of Nikolas Jaconsen and Joy Heatherfield. As an artist and owner of an art gallery, Nikolas is a man onto himself. He is a quiet man, a man with deep thoughts and a lot of passion toward his artistic talents. Due to the loss of his mother, Nikolas hadn't had the time to draw. But instead he is devoting all his time into running the art gallery.
HeartSent Christmas
HeartSent Christmas is a 3 novella anthology from 3 prolific and talented writers. The heat level goes from spice to hot-hot-hot and back to sensual in these three offerings. There are thrills, tears and laughter in these three stories selected especially for the 2011 Holiday Edition of HeartSent Christmas Heide Katros-known for her dynamic thrillers and mysteries-delivers a spicy, highly intriguing and romantic story in Second Chances. Sylvia Hewlitt is determined to skip a Florida Christmas this year. She books a ski vacation for North Carolina. Instead of fun on the slopes she ends up in the hospital. When she regains consciousness, Detective Stephan Breslow is sitting by her bedside. They've met before under grim circumstances, but can they put the past behind them? Kate Hofman, with her usual panache, delivers a very hot-hot-hot tale of romance, with her powerfully written and fascinating offering of Christmas Magic. The Italian Alps are the setting for an unexpected reunion between Luca, the Marchese di Montevarchi and his ex-fianc‚e Crista Ballantyne. Will the magic of the season intervene and allow them to forget their bitter quarrel or will fate play a cruel trick and end Luca's life? Diane Davis White, in the tradition of her historical Native American Romances, takes us to the turn-of-the-nineteenth-century to the wide open prairie of Nebraska where two cultures come together for a Christmas celebration, and two people-a young Lakota Chief and the daughter of a local farmer-find each other and fall in love amidst the holiday cheer in this vibrantly sweet, yet highly sensual romance, Lakota Christmas.
Golden Dreamer
Nick lucks out when he goes to the employment agency looking for a new housekeeper, finds Sylvia looking for a job and hires her immediately. As they get to know each other, they find out they have more in common than meets the eye…she is a psychic, he is somewhat clairvoyant. After a scary incident with her ex-boyfriend, their friendship moves to a different level. Nick is happy to let things ride indefinitely just as they are. When Sylvia makes plans to visit her sister in Montreal, he begins to worry. Is she bored with him? Should he propose?
Reluctant Prince
Armando is not eager to relinquish his freedom in return for a throne. He likes his life as it is. However, when the ruler of the principality of Paradiso dies, this decision is taken out of Armando's hands. It gets even more complicated because he had met an interior designer and promptly fell in love with her. As Pamela is swept up in Armando's passion, she is unaware that she represents an obstacle to Armando's ascension to the throne. Their relationship is further threatened by one of Armando's bodyguards, who resents Pamela as a 'commoner' and tries to get her out of his Prince's life. Armando must choose between love and country, but the choice might be taken out of his hands.
Greek Hottie
Nick Thalassinos, a widower with a two year old daughter, meets Iris Leighton, famous Broadway actress. His interest in her turns to dismay when Iris tries to focus all his attention on herself, ridiculing his devotion to his daughter. Nadine Konings, a portrait artist, lives in the same building as Nick, and she befriends the lonely little girl, letting her play with child-safe paints in her studio. Nick begins to realize that he is—or was—merely infatuated with Iris -- it's Nadine he loves. Ah, but will Nadine accept this change in his feelings? More to the point, will Iris accept his decision that it's over between them, or will she put up a fight? Nick's uncle, Nikos, comes to stay. Will he be able to help Nick get Iris out of his hair?
For Love Of Lorenzo
Life is good for Lorenzo Monferrato. He has a doting mother, a wife who loves him, and a daughter who thinks the sun rises and sets around her daddy. His development company flourishes, and is now worth over a billion dollars. The only down to his days is Amber, his over-protective secretary, who is in love with him and deludes herself that Lorenzo would return her feelings if only his wife were out of the picture. He realizes he needs a male Personal Assistant, not a pushy secretary. Lissa Monferrato is happy -- she has the most handsome and loving of husbands, a delightful mother-in-law, and a daughter she dotes on. She has a beautiful home, and a life most women would envy. When a new project takes Lorenzo to Atlanta with Amber, she harasses him sexually, and he fires her instantly. He hires an excellent male Personal Assistant, but Amber is not done. Will Lorenzo's world be turned upside down? What is Amber planning for him? More importantly, is Lissa in danger?
The Greek Seduction
Nikos Thalassinos, Nick to his friends, lives a life most can only dream of. The only thing missing is a special someone to share his life with. But who will the lucky lady be? Ellen, the love of his life, who left him two years ago over a misunderstanding? Crystal, a beautiful interior designer he meets on the beach? Athena, a smart, classy lawyer he meets while helping a friend? Or will his father and his crony succeed in convincing Nick to marry Artemis, the crony’s daughter? This is the first part of Nick's story.
Love Lost and Found
LOVE LOST AND FOUND is the sequel to FORGOTTEN LOVE, in which Leandros falls in love with Irene, an actress. After a number of problems are solved, he marries her. In LOVE LOST AND FOUND, Leandros's marriage ends in disaster and divorce. The only good things to come from it are his two beautiful children. As Leandros and the twins move on with their lives and Leandros falls in love with their new Nanny, who should turn up like a bad penny? Irene, his ex-wife and mother to his children, who has decided that she wants them back, if only to help her reclaim the lifestyle to which she was accustomed.Will Leandros give in, for the sake of the children? Or will the twins be happy with Rachel as their new Mommy?
Circle of Love
Circle of Love describes the love affair of Lydia and Raphael. Lydia's mother is in London, England, and frequently mentions a Greek young man. Lydia fears he is a gigolo and flies to London to deal with him. When she finds a very handsome man in the living room, she lets him have it. Unfortunately, it is Raphael, the young man's elder brother, who catches the brunt of her lashing. Lydia tries to apologize, but Raphael leaves, deeply offended. But Lydia stays on his mind, and when they meet again, they start falling in love -- but many obstacles are put in their path. Will they be able to prevail?
Golden Heart
GOLDEN HEART tells the story of Jamie, a landscaper-gardener. When one of his clients, an advertising tycoon, sees him, he realizes Jamie would be ideal for a new advertising campaign. We follow Jamie on this unusual path into a profession hitherto unknown to him. He has many adventures, mostly amusing, but one very serious.
Reviewer: Maria
Review: Jul 2, 2010
Genre(s): Contemporary, Romance
Jamie Christopher is a young man with many things on his plate. He has a mother who has been disabled in the automobile accident that killed his father; he’s working to keep the 2 family businesses afloat and is involved in a somewhat casual affair with a local nurse. He has a generous heart and tries to help those that need assistance. Jamie does have some emotional baggage; the drunk dr
Love For Christmas
Nick and Ellie have been divorced for two years, due to the vicious machinations of Monique, his secretary. When they meet, accidentally, at a hotel in the Quebec countryside, they begin to resolve their differences. Suddenly Monique appears. Was she there at Nick's invitation, as she tells Ellie, or is she stalking Nick? How can Ellie be sure Nick is serious about her?
Reviewer: Crisgee
Review: Feb 9, 2012
Genre(s): Contemporary, Romance, Seasonal / Holiday
For a job well done, Ellie is rewarded with a Christmas trip to a luxurious hotel in the Quebec Laurentians. At the hotel, Ellie meets her former husband Nick, who seems to love her just as much as she still loves him. Considering the obstacles, can they reconcile for Christmas?
This is old school romance with a wealthy, successful hero, sweet matron, and vile mistress. It also includes the flaws of old scho
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