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Felony Melanie and the Prank War: The Teenage Adventures of Felony Melanie

Based on characters from the movie Sweet Home Alabama

By Douglas J. Eboch & Kris Bock

Visit the Amazon series page for Felony Melanie: Sweet Home Alabama romantic comedy novels to buy the ebooks (just $4.99) or paperbacks, or find the series for the Nook at the B&N page or find the books at other E-book retailers.

You met her in the movie Sweet Home Alabama. Now see what Melanie Smooter was like before she became hot fashion designer Melanie Carmichael.

In high school, Melanie Smooter is known as Felony Melanie, the teenage troublemaker of Pigeon Creek, Alabama. Aching to escape the boredom of small-town life, her restlessness sparks many reckless adventures. Her boyfriend, Jake, is always by her side – and the local sheriff is usually close behind.

This week, everyone in town is looking forward to the big football game against Greenville, Pigeon Creek’s hated rivals. Jake is more excited than most – as the new quarterback, he’s poised for stardom. But the lead up to the game becomes as exciting as the game itself when pranksters from Greenville steal Pigeon Creek’s pig mascot. Then Jake’s playbook goes missing, which could get him kicked off the team. Could the pranksters have stolen it as well? Melanie, Jake, and their friends embark on an undercover mission to recover the stolen mascot and find Jake’s playbook before the team is disgraced in front of the whole town.

Head back in time to the early 1990s for this laugh out loud rom com based on one of the best rom com movies of all time. Visit the Amazon series page or the B&N page for Felony Melanie: Sweet Home Alabama romantic comedy novels or find the books at other E-book retailers. 

Readers love the series:

“Laugh out loud funny with high school hi-jinx.” – ReadingForRelaxation

“If you liked the movie Sweet Home Alabama, you’ll love the books that tell the stories leading up to the movie.” – Roger F.

“Fun loving, laugh out loud read!!!!” – Christina D.

“It’s a hoot reading about the teenage adventures of Melanie’s that she was teased about in the movie. A must read for Sweet Home Alabama fans.” – Kerri W.

“This is a book that you can’t put down. It’s filled with action, well-drawn fun characters, and Southern charm. Guaranteed!” – Suzanne B.

“Here goes Melanie again. Up to her usual antics and taking her friends with her. She is such a joy to read about. I would recommend this to anybody who likes fun and adventure and lots of laughter.” – Carolyn V.

Quick Peek:

Melanie, Lurlynn, and Dorothea walked through the front doors of the school, acting like they belonged there. Or at least, Melanie and Dorothea acted like they belonged there. Lurlynn tried to hide behind the two of them.

A few small groups of students stood chatting in the hallway or hurrying outside. They were caught up in their own business.

“How do we find the art room?” Lurlynn whispered.

Melanie paused to look around. “We ask someone.”

Lurlynn darted glances left and right. “But we’re not supposed to be here.”

“They don’t know that,” Melanie said. “They can’t know every student in the school. Maybe we’re new.”

A teacher glanced at the girls. He frowned at their cutoff shorts and tank tops. He shook his head but moved on without speaking. Probably Greenville kids dressed nicer. One group of the boys hanging around wore polo shirts and slacks. One even had a sweater tied around his shoulders, as if he would need that during an Alabama autumn.

“I feel about as welcome as a hair in a biscuit,” Lurlynn muttered.

Visit the Amazon series page or the B&N page for Felony Melanie: Sweet Home Alabama romantic comedy novels or find the books at other E-book retailers.

About the Authors: Douglas J. Eboch is a screenwriter and author who wrote the original screenplay to the movie Sweet Home Alabama starring Reese Witherspoon. His sister is the author of over 100 books under the names Kris Bock, M.M. Eboch and Chris Eboch.

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             “We’re live with Wanda Blake, CEO of Romancing: The App.”

            Wanda shifted in her seat, smoothing her skirt across her knees. “Hello, Tonya.”

            “It’s been five years since you took your company public and you’re still on top of the dating market.” The talk show host leaned in. “What’s your secret?”

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            “Love?”

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            “There you have it, folks, romance guaranteed at $14.99.” The host smiled brightly, absorbing all the attention as Wanda waved her arms in frustration.

            “You can’t say it’s guaranteed,” the CEO complained.

            “And we’re clear!” the producer called.

            “You can’t say it’s guaranteed,” Wanda repeated, off the air.

            “Why not?” Tonya picked at her microphone, resetting it higher on her chest.

            “Because I’ll get sued,” Wanda grumbled, exasperated.

            “Oh.” Tonya slumped her shoulders, deflated. “Can we redo that last scene?”

            “We’re live,” the producer said.

            “Can you issue a correction?”

            “Sure thing,” the producer replied, holding out a hand to help her off the stage. “Thank you so much for stopping by.”

            “Thank you!” Tonya waved.

            Wanda opened her arms, ignoring both of their dismissals. “What guarantee do I have?”

            “We’ll issue a statement,” the producer assured her. “It’ll go at the end of the broadcast. You can check in with the control room.”

            Wanda took his hand in disgust, climbing out of her seat and off the stage. She was met by Andy, her personal assistant, and Darla, her public relations specialist. “Was that okay?” she asked.

            “You did great, boss,” Andy said.

            “Thank you.” Wanda turned on the charm.

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Gretchen Lovett is a romance writer, ghost writer, freelance writer and lover of all things literary. She has a bachelor’s degree in behavioral science and worked as a secretary for a large nonprofit organization up until COVID. After the lockdowns, she stayed home and began to take on writing jobs. Through Magnolia Blossom Publishing, she released seven romance novels. After signing NDAs, she has worked on 21 romance novels for various clients and six nonfiction titles on subjects ranging from parenting to healthcare. She has two brilliant, handsome young men in her life who are getting ready to leave the nest. They are not allowed to read her books, nor are they interested.

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Felony Melanie and the Prank War

The Teenage Adventures of Felony Melanie

Based on characters from the movie
Sweet Home Alabama

You met her in the movie Sweet Home Alabama. Now see what Melanie Smooter was like before she became hot fashion designer Melanie Carmichael.

In high school, Melanie Smooter is known as Felony Melanie, the teenage troublemaker of Pigeon Creek, Alabama. Aching to escape the boredom of small-town life, her restlessness sparks many reckless adventures. Her boyfriend, Jake, is always by her side – and the local sheriff is usually close behind.

This week, everyone in town is looking forward to the big football game against Greenville, Pigeon Creek’s hated rivals. Jake is more excited than most – as the new quarterback, he’s poised for stardom. But the lead up to the game becomes as exciting as the game itself when pranksters from Greenville steal Pigeon Creek’s pig mascot. Then Jake’s playbook goes missing, which could get him kicked off the team. Could the pranksters have stolen it as well? Melanie, Jake, and their friends embark on an undercover mission to recover the stolen mascot and find Jake’s playbook before the team is disgraced in front of the whole town.

Visit the Amazon series page for Felony Melanie: Sweet Home Alabama romantic comedy novels. Book 3 will be available at other e-book retailers and in print soon. Meanwhile, find book 1 at all retailers.

Head back in time to the early 1990s for this laugh out loud rom com based on one of the best rom com movies of all time. Readers love the series:

“If you liked the movie Sweet Home Alabama, you’ll love the books that tell the stories leading up to the movie.” – Roger F.

“The author did a great job of capturing the characters we know and love from the movie. Great read!” – SMM

“Fun loving, laugh out loud read!!!!” – Christina D.

“It’s a hoot reading about the teenage adventures of Melanie’s that she was teased about in the movie. A must read for Sweet Home Alabama fans.” – Kerri W.

“This is a book that you can’t put down. It’s filled with action, well-drawn fun characters, and Southern charm. Guaranteed!” – Suzanne B.

“Laugh out loud funny with high school hi-jinx.” – Reading For Relaxation

“Here goes Melanie again. Up to her usual antics and taking her friends with her. She is such a joy to read about. I would recommend this to anybody who likes fun and adventure and lots of laughter.” – Carolyn V.

Visit the Amazon series page for Felony Melanie: Sweet Home Alabama romantic comedy novels. Book 3 will be available at other e-book retailers and in print soon. Meanwhile, find book 1 at all retailers.

Douglas J. Eboch is a screenwriter and author who wrote the original screenplay to the movie Sweet Home Alabama starring Reese Witherspoon. His sister is the author of over 100 books under the names Kris Bock, M.M. Eboch and Chris Eboch.

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Kris Bock writes novels of romance, mystery, and suspense. Her Furrever Friends Sweet Romance series features the employees and customers at a cat café. Watch as they fall in love with each other and shelter cats. Get a free 10,000-word story set in the world of the Furrever Friends cat café when you sign up for the Kris Bock newsletter. You’ll also get a printable copy of the recipes mentioned in the cat café novels, plus fun content about cats, announcements of new books, sales, and more. Visit the Furrever Friends Sweet Romance series page on Amazon US or Amazon UK.

Kris also writes mystery and suspense novels. In the Accidental Detective series, a witty journalist solves mysteries in Arizona and tackles the challenges of turning fifty. This humorous series starts with Something Shady at Sunshine Haven. 

If you love romantic suspense by Mary Stewart or Barbara Michaels, try Kris Bock’s stories of treasure hunting, archaeology, and intrigue in the Southwest. Learn more at www.krisbock.com or visit Kris Bock’s Amazon US page or Amazon UK page. (For other countries click here.)

Plus Kris is writing a series with her brother, scriptwriter Douglas J Eboch, who wrote the original screenplay for the movie Sweet Home Alabama. The Felony Melanie series follows the crazy antics of Melanie, Jake, and their friends a decade before the events of the movie. Sign up for the romantic comedy newsletter to get a short story preview, or find the books at Amazon US or All E-book retailers.

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