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February 6, 2026

Peek into the new novel, “Nine Months”

(Isstories Editorial):- Los Angeles, California Feb 5, 2026 (Issuewire.com) – Debut author Elena Marie announces the release of her contemporary romance novel, “Nine Months,” arriving February 11th. Set within New York City’s most elite circles, “Nine Months” is a high-heat billionaire romance that explores the fallout of a marriage of convenience that sparks unexpected intimacy and an emotional reckoning against a backdrop of secrets and lies.

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“Nine Months” follows Ethan Castille, a billionaire bachelor devoted to legacy, control, and emotional distance. Francesca Jordanno has spent her life living up to others’ expectations–until one reckless night with the notorious heir binds their futures in ways neither could have anticipated. What begins as irrepressible chemistry turns into a marriage of convenience that fosters undeniable attraction and exposes vulnerabilities neither is prepared to face. The first installment in The Castille Chronicles, “Nine Months” delivers a slow-burn, high-heat romance that grips readers from the first page to the last.

“I enjoy writing about how love can find you where you are, even when you don’t plan for it or believe you don’t want it. I also set out to tell a story that demonstrates the strength of personal agency along with the magic of finding your soulmate. Contrary to popular opinion, the two are not mutually exclusive,” says Elena Marie. “I’ve personally lived with these characters for a long time, and I hope readers fall in love with them as much as I have.”

“Nine Months” is available for purchase via paperback, e-book, or Kindle Unlimited on February 11th on Amazon. A native of the San Francisco Bay Area, Elena Marie will be featured on the podcast “Meet Me in Napa” on February 13th and will host her first public signing at Vin En Noir in Napa, CA, on March 14th from 1:30pm – 3:00pm.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

With a B.A. in Communications and Creative Writing, Elena Marie built a successful career as a media executive who has returned to her long-held passion for writing romance. A proud California native, she resides in Los Angeles with her husband and two cats, continuing to dream up stories about love in its many beautiful forms. Visit elenamariewrites.com for more information.