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Beth Ciotta

Romantic Comedy with a Twist of Suspense

About Me

A longtime professional performer, storytelling comes naturally to me. Limiting myself to writing one sub-genre does not. A creative spaz, I'm published in contemporary, historical, and paranormal romantic fiction. I can't think of anything more fulfilling than writing stories where everyone (except the villain, of course!) gets a happy ending.
If you enjoy "madcap romance" (Publishers Weekly) and "whip-cracking suspense" (Romantic Times BOOKclub), check out any one of my novels. Presently, I'm writing contemporary romance for HQN (Harlequin) and historical westerns for Medallion Press.
  • Visit My Website
    • for a complete book list.
  • Visit my Official Blog
    • for almost daily ramblings.
    Coming in July ... THE FALL OF ROME
    "Ciotta strikes gold with this fast-paced . . . intricately plotted story!" -- 4 stars, Romantic Times BookReviews
    "Ms. Ciotta brings her characters to life with perfect pitch dialogue and emotional realism while keeping the action fast-paced and the humor flowing!" Five Spurs! -- Love Western Romances
    Available now from HQN Books, the second adventure in the Chameleon Chronicles... EVERYBODY LOVES EVIE ... Check out this entertaining book promo video! ..
    The talented gals at Romance Novel TV caught me on film at a recent booksigning. My impromptu interview comes right after Ms. Pollero's. Check it out! ..
    Book 1 and 2 of The Chameleon Chronicles... ..Wild West Adventures ..
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    My Interests

    Reading, movies, music, and writing. I love to travel, especially to places brimming with history and/or spirituality. Three of my favorite places: London, England; Venice, Italy; Grand Canyon (Arizona, USA)

    I'd like to meet:

    Readers and Writers and people who share my interests.

    *Available in stores now from HQN - ALL ABOUT EVIE

    2007 GOLDEN LEAF AWARD WINNER!
    2007 RT REVIEWERS CHOICE AWARD WINNER!
    "...an amazing charmer sure to dazzle and entertain!" -- Heather Graham, NYT Bestselling Author
    "Everything about Ciotta's latest novel is fabulous: the lovable heroine, the sexy hero, the consistently humorous internal monologue, the smooth narration and the delightfully original plot. To use one of the hero's favorite words, it's "brilliant." The author is in full command of her storytelling skills, and she displays them masterfully. Here's hoping we'll be treated to a sequel." --Marilyn Weigel, Romantic Times BOOKreviews
    Just a few of my cherished memories from past Romantic Times Conventions...

    Music:

    Clannad and Enya are two favorites. Celtic music in general is my first music of choice. I also enjoy classic rock (Doobie Brothers, Fleetwood Mac, Eagles, Janis Joplin), contemporary country (Dwight Yokam, Dixie Chicks) R&B (Luther Vandross, Aretha Franklin) jazz (Billie Holiday, Ella Fitzgerald, Michael Brecker, David Sanborn, Manhattan Transfer), instrumental movie sound tracks (John Barry rules!), classical, oh, and Christmas music.

    Movies:

    Too many favorites to list. Huge fan of period films, thrillers, and romantic comedies. Any film starring Cary Grant, Doris Day, Meg Ryan, George Clooney, or Gerard Butler.

    Television:

    Due to time restrictions, my TV viewing is minimal. A few old faves: Dick Van Dyke Show, I Love Lucy, M*A*S*H, and Cheers.A few recent faves: Gilmore Girls, Scrubs, Firefly, and LOST.

    Books:

    Avid reader here. Big fan of romantic fiction and suspense novels. If it's fast-paced and witty I'm there.

    Heroes:

    Anyone who faces their fears. Anyone who chases their dreams. Anyone who practices courtesy, tolerance and kindness.

    My Blog

    On the Fly: A Booksigning!

      It's a holiday weekend and most probably if you are down at the shore (Garden State slang for visiting southern seaside Jersey) then you are hanging at the beach or strolling the boardwalk or...
    Posted by Beth Ciotta on Sat, 26 May 2007 06:13:00 PST

    On the Fly: New Cover!

    The first week of my new blogging schedule... and I stuck to it! Amazing. A Monday and Thursday post. Period. Although it felt strange not to attempt a blog a day, it did free up the extra time I need...
    Posted by Beth Ciotta on Sat, 19 May 2007 04:42:00 PST

    On Reading: Seeking Inspiration

    There are writers who cannot read whatever they are writing at that moment. Meaning if they are writing (insert genre or sub-genre of choice) they steer clear of reading same genre or sub-genre for pl...
    Posted by Beth Ciotta on Thu, 17 May 2007 04:57:00 PST

    On Writing: Juggling Sub-Genres

    Today is the first day of my new blogging schedule and format. Wish me luck. You know how fickle I am. A new mantra:Make a plan.Take the stand.Stay. On. Track.Please hold while I repeat that three tim...
    Posted by Beth Ciotta on Mon, 14 May 2007 06:03:00 PST

    Chat With Me Tonight, May 6 -- Live!

    I'll be chatting 'live' at Romance Junkies tonight, Sunday, May 6. Conversation! Prizes! The chat starts at 9pm EST. If you're free, click here and join the fun. *g*...
    Posted by Beth Ciotta on Sun, 06 May 2007 07:50:00 PST

    Beth on the 'Net' (and pics of RT)

    It's always nice when someone writes and asks if they can feature you and your book in some way. The Library Diva (Kelly) contacted me about participating in the 52 Books, 52 Weeks program sponsored ...
    Posted by Beth Ciotta on Fri, 04 May 2007 07:15:00 PST

    ALL ABOUT EVIE... Behind the Story

    Today ALL ABOUT EVIE officially hits the shelves. Needless to say, I'm over the moon! In celebration, I'm hosting a gift giveaway featuring some of Evie's favorite things. Click here for more details....
    Posted by Beth Ciotta on Tue, 01 May 2007 05:12:00 PST

    The Chili Chicks

    Holy weird, Batman. Yesterday... Wait. I should give you some background first. I often talk about my actress/juggling/stilt-walking/dancer friends, but this is about my vocalist/musician fr...
    Posted by Beth Ciotta on Thu, 19 Apr 2007 10:15:00 PST

    And the Winners Are...

    Sierra Donovan and *Heather*! Congratulations, ladies. You have won an advanced copy of ALL ABOUT EVIE! Please email me and share your full name and mailing address so that I can send on, what I hope ...
    Posted by Beth Ciotta on Tue, 03 Apr 2007 06:10:00 PST

    Win a Book! Share my Joy!

    Wahoooooo! My author's copies of ALL ABOUT EVIE arrived yesterday. It's a book! A real book! There's nothing like holding your hard work and dreams in your hands. Well, except for sharing that pleasur...
    Posted by Beth Ciotta on Sat, 31 Mar 2007 05:31:00 PST