Monday, March 23, 2020

London (CNN)The UK is banning people from leaving their homes apart from for a few "very limited" reasons, Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced on Monday, as he imposed the most stringent restrictions seen in Britain in modern times.
Police will break up public gatherings and fine people flouting rules, Johnson said in a remarkable televised statement on Monday evening, dramatically ramping up the country's response to the growing coronavirus pandemic.
Shops, gyms, and places of worship will all close, and social events including weddings -- but not funerals -- will be postponed.
"From this evening I must give the British people a very simple instruction -- you must stay at home," Johnson said. "Because the critical thing we must do is stop the disease spreading between households."
    "People will only be allowed to leave their home for the following very limited purposes," he added, listing four reasons for which citizens can go outside; shopping for basic necessities, doing one form of exercise a day, providing medical services, or going to work if it is absolutely vital.
    "That's all -- these are the only reasons you should leave your home. You should not be meeting friends. If your friends ask you to meet, you should say 'No.' You should not be meeting family members who do not live in your home."
    "If you don't follow the rules, the police will have the power to enforce them" by breaking up public gatherings and issuing fines, he added.
    The restrictions essentially send the UK into lockdown, though they do not go as far some European countries -- notably Italy and Spain -- in terms of enforcement. Johnson said the measures will be reviewed after three weeks, andLondon (CNN)The UK is banning people from leaving their homes apart from for a few "very limited" reasons, Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced on Monday, as he imposed the most stringent restrictions seen in Britain in modern times.
    Police will break up public gatherings and fine people flouting rules, Johnson said in a remarkable televised statement on Monday evening, dramatically ramping up the country's response to the growing coronavirus pandemic.
    Shops, gyms, and places of worship will all close, and social events including weddings -- but not funerals -- will be postponed.
    "From this evening I must give the British people a very simple instruction -- you must stay at home," Johnson said. "Because the critical thing we must do is stop the disease spreading between households."
      "People will only be allowed to leave their home for the following very limited purposes," he added, listing four reasons for which citizens can go outside; shopping for basic necessities, doing one form of exercise a day, providing medical services, or going to work if it is absolutely vital.
      "That's all -- these are the only reasons you should leave your home. You should not be meeting friends. If your friends ask you to meet, you should say 'No.' You should not be meeting family members who do not live in your home."
      "If you don't follow the rules, the police will have the power to enforce them" by breaking up public gatherings and issuing fines, he added.
      The restrictions essentially send the UK into lockdown, though they do not go as far some European countries -- notably Italy and Spain -- in terms of enforcement. Johnson said the measures will be reviewed after three weeks, andLondon (CNN)The UK is banning people from leaving their homes apart from for a few "very limited" reasons, Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced on Monday, as he imposed the most stringent restrictions seen in Britain in modern times.
      Police will break up public gatherings and fine people flouting rules, Johnson said in a remarkable televised statement on Monday evening, dramatically ramping up the country's response to the growing coronavirus pandemic.
      Shops, gyms, and places of worship will all close, and social events including weddings -- but not funerals -- will be postponed.
      "From this evening I must give the British people a very simple instruction -- you must stay at home," Johnson said. "Because the critical thing we must do is stop the disease spreading between households."
        "People will only be allowed to leave their home for the following very limited purposes," he added, listing four reasons for which citizens can go outside; shopping for basic necessities, doing one form of exercise a day, providing medical services, or going to work if it is absolutely vital.
        "That's all -- these are the only reasons you should leave your home. You should not be meeting friends. If your friends ask you to meet, you should say 'No.' You should not be meeting family members who do not live in your home."
        "If you don't follow the rules, the police will have the power to enforce them" by breaking up public gatherings and issuing fines, he added.
        The restrictions essentially send the UK into lockdown, though they do not go as far some European countries -- notably Italy and Spain -- in terms of enforcement. Johnson said the measures will be reviewed after three weeks, andLondon (CNN)The UK is banning people from leaving their homes apart from for a few "very limited" reasons, Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced on Monday, as he imposed the most stringent restrictions seen in Britain in modern times.
        Police will break up public gatherings and fine people flouting rules, Johnson said in a remarkable televised statement on Monday evening, dramatically ramping up the country's response to the growing coronavirus pandemic.
        Shops, gyms, and places of worship will all close, and social events including weddings -- but not funerals -- will be postponed.
        "From this evening I must give the British people a very simple instruction -- you must stay at home," Johnson said. "Because the critical thing we must do is stop the disease spreading between households."
          "People will only be allowed to leave their home for the following very limited purposes," he added, listing four reasons for which citizens can go outside; shopping for basic necessities, doing one form of exercise a day, providing medical services, or going to work if it is absolutely vital.
          "That's all -- these are the only reasons you should leave your home. You should not be meeting friends. If your friends ask you to meet, you should say 'No.' You should not be meeting family members who do not live in your home."
          "If you don't follow the rules, the police will have the power to enforce them" by breaking up public gatherings and issuing fines, he added.
          The restrictions essentially send the UK into lockdown, though they do not go as far some European countries -- notably Italy and Spain -- in terms of enforcement. Johnson said the measures will be reviewed after three weeks, andtest
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          Saturday, May 14, 2016

          Do you love a sweet small town romance? Then get ready for Bliss's two new May releases, The Bad Boy's Baby by Cindi Madsen and The Wedding Wager by Barbara DeLeo.


          The Bad Boy's Baby by Cindi Madsen

          There are certain words that have always described Cam Brantley: Town bad boy. Soldier. Protector. But never, everdad. Until he returns home from his latest military tour to discover the girl he had one smoking-hot night with is now mom to the adorable two-year-old Zoey. Who has his eyes.

          Plenty of words could describe Emma Walker these days. Mom, dutiful granddaughter, budding designer, the town’s golden child. But when her longtime crush Cam Brantley comes back to town, she knows the perfect word to describe herself: screwed.

          Cam and Emma are both shocked to discover he truly wants Zoey in his life. But Cam’s not sure he’s ready to be a dad, and Emma can’t gamble her daughter on maybes. As the long-simmering heat between Cam and Emma reaches a boiling point, he’ll have to work past his demons in order to be the man both girls need.



          The Wedding Wager by Barbara DeLeo

          Nick Katsalos has a foolproof plan to save his parents’ floundering wedding venue. The last thing he expects is for Erin O’Malley, the captivating daughter of his parents’ biggest rival, to waltz in and charm the client who could finally get the family business back on track. Nick would be furious–if only he could stop thinking about her.

          When Erin and Nick enter into a wager to determine who will win the contract she prepares for the worst…and is surprised by the glimpses of warmth she sees in the man behind the numbers. But Erin isn’t about to forfeit what could be the biggest wedding of the decade to a man as cold as Nick. Especially since securing it means she could finally prove to her father she’s just as capable of handling the family business as him.

          But as the competition heats up, Erin and Nick must decide what’s more important—winning or love.

          Wednesday, May 20, 2015

          Cover Reveal: The Highlander's Choice by Callie Hutton

          Who doesn't love a Highlander? Check out the cover for Callie Hutton's upcoming release, The Highlander's Choice.


          It releases on July 14, 2015


          About the book:

          The Scottish Highlands, 1815

          Lady Sybil Lacey is every inch the proper English gentlewoman. She's horrified to attend her best friend's wedding in the Scottish Highlands—a wedding to a barbarian Scot, no less. For aren't Scots naught but brutish, whiskey-swilling lechers in rough kilts? So to find herself secretly attracted to the tall and devastatingly handsome Scottish laird of Bedlay Castle is quite disconcerting...

          Liam MacBride is convinced that English ladies are silly sassenachs who think of nothing but social events and clothes. So why is he intensely drawn to Lady Sybil? All they do is quarrel...until loathing turns into inexplicable lust.

          A tempestuous, fiery romance between an English lady and a Scottish laird is quite scandalous enough...but no one is more shocked than Sybil when she discovers her laird is betrothed to another.


          Add it to Goodreads


          About Callie Hutton:


          The USA Today best selling author of The Elusive Wife writes both Western Historical and Regency romance, with historic elements and sensory details (The Romance Reviews). She also pens an occasional contemporary or two. Callie lives in Oklahoma with several rescue dogs, two adult children, and daughter-in-law (thankfully all not in the same house), and her top cheerleader husband of thirty-eight years. She also currently waits with bated breath for the birth of twin grandsons. Callie loves to hear from readers, and would welcome you as a friend on Facebook.

          Find Callie Online:

          Website | Twitter | Facebook

          And don't miss the new covers for the previous books in the series!





          Friday, October 10, 2014

          Saturday, March 22, 2014

          If Only by Amy Pine Release Day


          March may be almost over but that doesn’t mean the fun is over at Embrace.  We are excited to be announcing the release of Amy Pine’s, If Only, which readers are already raving about!  Plus you can pick up If Only on sale for just $.99 right now.

           On Sale: March 24, 2014

          About If Only:

          Sometimes it takes crossing an ocean to figure out where you belong.

          It's been two years since twenty-year-old Jordan had a boyfriend—which means it's been forever since she, well, you know. But now she’s off to spend her junior year in Aberdeen, Scotland, the perfect place to stop waiting for Mr. Right and just enjoy Mr. Right Now.

          Sexy, sweet (and possible player) Griffin may be her perfect, no-strings-attached match. He’s fun, gorgeous, and makes her laugh. So why can’t she stop thinking about Noah who, minutes after being trapped together outside the train’s loo, kisses Jordan like she’s never been kissed before? Never mind his impossible blue eyes, his weathered, annotated copy of The Great Gatsby (total English-major porn)…oh, and his girlfriend.

          Jordan knows everything this year has an expiration date. Aberdeen is supposed to be about fun rather than waiting for life to happen. But E. M. Forster, Shakespeare, and mistletoe on Valentine’s Day make her reconsider what love is and how far she’s willing to go for the right guy.
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          If Only Swag Pack -An “I love you from here to Scotland” print, Ahava pendent, A pack each of Much Ado about Nothing and A Room With a View confetti, Much Ado about Nothing travel mug and A Room With a View Blu-ray (a $25 Amazon gift card will be substituted if winner is outside the US)


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