Book Launch Event | The Perfect Blend

Hosted at Coffee Inclusive

Sunday, March 8th | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Coffee Inclusive | Pittston, PA
Free and open to the public

Join Nicole Frail Books for the official book launch of The Perfect Blend, a romance anthology celebrating connection, community, and the moments that unfold over coffee.

Featuring twelve original short stories, The Perfect Blend explores love, belonging, and human connection through cafés, bakeries, and shared rituals. Coffee isn’t just part of the setting...it’s part of the story.

Event Highlights:

• Select contributing authors in attendance for book signings
• A specialty Rose Latte, topped with real rose petals, available exclusively for this event
• Handcrafted coffee and baked goods from Coffee Inclusive
• A welcoming space for readers, writers, and community members

Community Impact:

A portion of all proceeds from The Perfect Blend directly supports programs at Coffee Inclusive, helping create inclusive employment opportunities for individuals with diverse abilities and autism. Every purchase helps strengthen community-centered programs and meaningful work.

Featured Stories & Authors:

“The Many Blessings of Hestia Caffina” by Elizabeth Baizel
“Chasing Fate” by Erin Bastow
“Brewing Affection” by Katelynn Dilday
“Wax & Wane Bakery” by Stephanie Evans
“Pay It Forward” by J.L. Franklin
“Perfect” by Jenn Johnson-Hamer
“Chock Full of Love” by Madison Park
“The Not So Soft Ritual of Cocoa” by Mykala Patel
“Love at First Latte” by M. C. Ryder
“Just a Dash of Coffee” by Olga Serafini
“Scents of Reminiscence” by Stacy Shaffer
“Best Seat in the House” by Amanda Yanul

Whether you’re a book lover, a coffee enthusiast, or someone who values mission-driven spaces, this event brings together books, coffee, and community impact in one meaningful experience.

Unable to join us but want to be involved in the book launch? Sign up for The Perfect Blend book tour sign-up from March 9th thru March 13th by completing this form:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc_Xzv25WVt5lTFVUYvP04T10PzV0tMC7tY2XwTBJA8IIeUYQ/viewform

Longer, sunny days, spring like temps means spring is in the air... but not before winter brings another burst of cold and ice.

But have no fear...

The latest in The Dark series, A Dark Demise, is out now!

Have you ordered a copy yet?

Bonus: The Darkest Side of the Moon is available for $0.99 in ebook! Highly recommend to read first to avoid any spoilers.

WINNER! WINNER! We have a WINNER!

Pat yourselves on the back! Each and every vote helped The Perfect Blend by Nicole Frail Books be # 1 on All Author cover of the month!

Did you order your copy yet! ☕

Get your copy here: https://books2read.com/theperfectblendantho

Show some #smallbusinesslove by ordering your copy today! A portion of the profits of the anthology will be donated to Coffee Inclusive, located in Pittston, PA. This shop employs individuals with diverse abilities and autism who work side by side with experienced baristas and servers to provide a warm and welcoming community coffee shop and bakery experience.

Too cold to go outside?

The latest in The Dark series, A Dark Demise, is out now!

Have you ordered a copy yet?

Are you afraid of The Dark?

The latest in The Dark series, A Dark Demise, is OUT NOW!

Have you ordered a copy yet?

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GM92CMNB/ref=sr_1_1?crid=17GLCL0NY4UL5&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.QOUDTeqXl7Dq7N7lXkvR5g.o2joPnmfSOagEbp6doIGir-X5AdbSMcR1ks2Y94cRtw&dib_tag=se&keywords=a+darker+demise&qid=1770575412&s=books&sprefix=a+darker+demise%2Cstripbooks%2C170&sr=1-1

Are you afraid of The Dark?

The latest in The Dark series, A Dark Demise, releases tomorrow, February 24, 2026!

Have you preordered yet?

Make sure to grab a box of chocolates before getting lost in The Dark...

#newrelease

During this snow, Sunday, I snuggled with my kitties, cup of coffee, and devoured The Perfect Blend!

➡ Head over to goodreads and check out my review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/8379363618

With each purchase, a portion of every sale directly supports Coffee Inclusive!

I'm honored to be part of this project and look forward to the March 8th Book Launch & Author Signing Event! Hosted by Coffee Inclusive in Pittston, PA starting at 10 a.m.

Available now online
• Ebook on Amazon for just $2.99
• Physical copies also available

Purchase here:
https://www.amazon.com/Perfect-Blend-Shop-Inspired-Anthology-Anthologies/dp/1965852718/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0#averageCustomerReviewsAnchor

Job well done to all the authors:
@elizabethbaizelwriter
@e_bastow
@author_katelynndilday
@stephieleepoetry
@authorjlfranklin
@doveandblackbird
@authorangelroseandmadisonpark
@mykapanns13
@mcryder0
@wen_olga_rites
@thestacyshaffer
@authoramandayanul
@nicolefrailbooks
@andyoupress

Thank you Book Bar for this custom woodcraft by #CrossedPaths

Sitting pretty at number 1! 🎉

Help keep The Perfect Blend in the top spot by VOTING!

THE PERFECT BLEND by Nicole Frail Books, is in All Author's cover of the month contest!

Head over now and vote: https://allauthor.com/cover-of-the-month/

A portion of the profits of the anthology will be donated to Coffee Inclusive, located in Pittston, PA. This shop employs individuals with diverse abilities and autism who work side by side with experienced baristas and servers to provide a warm and welcoming community coffee shop and bakery experience.

ORDER TODAY!

What would you do for love?

The re-release of A Darker Demise is coming February 24, 2026!

PREORDER NOW! 🐦

In the meantime, The Darkest Side of the Moon and A Dance Between Light and Darkness are available! Highly recommend reading both first if you don't like spoilers.

In anticipation of the re-release of A Darker Demise, I answered a few questions with The Book MAsh Podcast.

Check out the interview here:
https://thebookmashpodcast.com/blogs/spoilers-shenanigans-season-2/a-darker-demise-m-c-ryder-releasing-3-31-2026

A Darker Demise release 2/24/26!