On Saturday, August 31 from 1-4 pm, acclaimed romance author and blogger, Jennifer Vido, will be at the McIntosh Book Shoppe for a book event. Vido will discuss her recent release Serenity by the Sea, which was released on July 31. This is Vido’s second book in her award–winning Gull Island series and eagerly awaited follow-up to her 2023 debut novel of the series, Serenity by the Sea,which won the prestigious Best First Book award from the New Jersey Romance Writers Golden Leaf Contest.
The Gull Island series captivates readers with Vido’s sweet romances set in the charming Lowcountry. In 2024, Vido’s talent garnered accolades, with Baltimore Magazine readers naming her Best Local Author in their annual Best of Baltimore poll, while the Baltimore Sun acknowledged her with an Honorable Mention in their Best of 2024 Author Category. In recognition of her literary achievements, Baltimore Magazine honored Jennifer as a finalist for Best Local Author in their 2023 Best of Baltimore Readers’ Poll.
In addition to her success with the Gull Island series, Jennifer is the creative mind behind the Piper O’Donnell Social Lite Mystery series. As a longtime member of the Romance Writers of America, she seamlessly explores the cozy mystery genre in these engaging stories. Her passion for books extends to her role as a blogger, where she shares insights on bestselling releases in her weekly Jen’s Jewels column on FreshFiction.com, conducting captivating interviews with fellow authors. Vido continues to make her mark on the romance genre and the Baltimore literary scene.
About Serenity by the Sea
Celebrity designer Hailey Maybank escapes to Gull Island to reinvent herself after a high-profile divorce, lending her expertise on a renovation project. Working with the boss’s son comes with complications, but will she risk her professional reputation for a chance at love?
Will Purdey vies for a partnership in the family business by showcasing his design skills on the firm’s latest project. Partnering with a famous designer who has a tarnished reputation can ruin his plans, but will his growing attraction for the colorful artist allow him to complete the job?
New York Times bestselling author Kristy Woodson Harvey says, “Jennifer Vido’s heartwarming tale unfolds on Gull Island, a Lowcountry haven of summer love. Serenity by the Sea, the second book in the series, immerses readers in Southern charm, eagerly anticipating the next delightful installment! A sweet romance capturing the allure of love!”
