Hump Day
March 6, 2013 | Filed under: Stuff
It seems apropos to have Pretend Boyfriend Day on Hump Day, doesn’t it? Not only is this guy my pretend boyfriend, but he’s also the hero I’m writing now. IT HAD TO BE YOU comes out in May, with sexy Detective Luke Hanover. One of his best friends is equally sexy badass Ben McDaniel, and in my mind Ben looks a little like this:
Yes, it’s a tough job, I know, searching the internet for people who look like my characters but hey, someone’s got to do it.
Oh and before I go, the 100 winners of the ARCs of IT HAD TO BE YOU have been picked and notified by my publisher. If you didn’t win, don’t despair, there will be another shot at it coming soon.
In fact, I’ll be drawing one name from the comments here because I have — GASP — one ARC left in my possession.
Posted by Jill @ 4:30 am | Make a Comment
Francesca says:
It’s a very hard job, the one you have to do! Tough!
But, hey, if you need help, I could do some research for you! I’m a lab rat, I’m good at researching!!
I really can’t wait for May to arrive, I’m dying to read about Luke: I have a serious thing for sexy cops! Although, Ben seems very promising…
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 4:37 amRobyn Neeley says:
Awe…the dreaded research
Lucky dog indeed! Looking foward to reading It Had to Be You!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 4:43 amCarol O. says:
If you ever need a research assistant…
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 4:50 amLooking forward To It Had To Be You!!!!
Michelle V. says:
If you ever need help with the research you just let me know
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 4:56 amOlivia H says:
I am so excited about It Had To Be You! What a great way to start the summer!!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 5:02 amTracy says:
Jill, you’re such a tease! Happy Hump Day indeed.
Great way to start the day.
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 5:09 amMichelle C. says:
Will gladly do that kind of work for free
!!!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 5:18 amJennifer P. says:
I can’t wait for your next book to come out! I actually bribe myself to use the treadmill by only putting them down there. I am so anxious to read your stories, that I get on the darn thing, and in no time, an hour goes by! Thank you for your wonderful work – it gives us all so much joy and laughter!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 5:28 amshawny jean says:
Does Ben have a beagle? Because that would be adorable!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 5:32 amAly says:
Oh yum!!!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 5:32 amRenee says:
Man, even the puppy is cute!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 5:34 amFran says:
What we have to do for science…
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 5:35 amReadsalot81 says:
Both man and dog get the thumbs up from me
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 5:36 amKathryn S. says:
I’m so looking forward to the next Lucky Harbor books!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 5:40 amAudri Cox says:
What a wonderful way to start Hump Day!!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 5:46 amAnna-Lisa says:
That pic made me smile.
I am really looking forward for the new book in your series. 
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 5:51 amLynn LaFleur says:
Your pretend boyfriend is gorgeous! Love the hair on his chest. *sigh* Looking forward to the new book and to more of your research.
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 5:52 amCris says:
Y’know, I’d almost take the dog over that bloke…
Happy Hump Day, and can’t wait for May to return to Lucky Harbour!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 6:10 amMichelle says:
It’s a dirty job but somebody has to do it. Just wish it was me!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 6:11 amTammy H. says:
May is just so far away!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 6:13 amLeza says:
I can’t wait for this book to come out!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 6:16 amPatoct says:
Love the hunks you post.
And thanks for the giveaway.
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 6:19 amMaryAnne says:
Happy Hump Day to you too.
well, you do and not whiny at all.
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 6:20 amTrolling the web for hunks is a great job. Whenever you get bogged down just let me know cause I’m sitting here ready and eager to apply as your assistant. Did I tell you how gorgeous you look today
Wendy S says:
That’s one lucky dog
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 6:28 amBailey Stewart says:
Why do you think I earned a degree that involves research?
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 6:41 amJennifer says:
Can’t wait to read this book!!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 6:41 amPat B says:
It is a happy hump day if I win this book!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 6:45 amMelissa Hilles says:
I am thinking I need to move to Lucky Harbor to find what I am looking for. LOL Have a wonderful Hump Day.
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 6:49 amTerry K says:
Oh me likey! Here let me write out the scene above for you. Ben gazes up at the ceiling while the adorable beagle jumps up to meet his aquiantance. Although, he feels a little awkward here,this is the first time in her bed. Her mattress is a softer than his, which he would gladly get use to it. Soft, and vulnerable that is what she was to him. Grinning as the puppy edge moved further to inspect him, he introduce himself with a gentle pat to the head. “Hi, I’m Ben.” With questionable eyes the puppy came closer. Unsure how to react. Ben thought instantly of her master, just like the puppy, timid at times, guarded. But last night, finally, finally her protected wall came crashing down like the waves of the sea. He stroked her fur gently, “She’s in the shower, she’ll be out soon.” The puppy scooted over even more relaxing by his side, her paw bearly touching his upper arm. He gaze back up at the ceiling. Then he filled the room with answers to Her unspoken questions from last night. “No, I’m not leaving, you have to trust me. I’m never going to hurt you ever again!”
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 6:55 amMary W says:
I do not hate that picture at all! I wasn’t one of the lucky 100, so perhaps I will win that last ARC you have!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 6:59 amRochelle L says:
Yum. Yum. Where’s his left hand going, by the way?
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 7:00 amcheryl c. says:
Keep on with your research. We love being your research assistants! I think we approve of this one. Next!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 7:00 amMarianne says:
What a cute puppy! Oh wait, is there a man in the picture, too?!?!?!?!?
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 7:12 amkris says:
you are truly dedicated to your job!!!!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 7:15 amAshley says:
Yummy way to start my Hump Day!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 7:20 amKatie says:
And he has a dog? That’s the pretend boyfriend with the mostest. Just sayin’.
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 7:21 amdrey says:
such a horribly difficult job! you should let me help you out. i promise not to drool too horribly on your pretend boyfriends…
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 7:25 amLaura says:
Loving hump day today!!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 7:25 amMartha Eddy says:
Exactly the kind of man I’m attracted to. Dark haired, lightly furred…
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 7:25 amCateS says:
I’m retired and I certainly would be happy to assist you in your search for good looking guys… can we keep it secret from my hubby?
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 7:26 amCarrie says:
I could totally use a pretend boyfriend today, and now I don’t even need to find my own.
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 7:26 amLisa says:
Happy Hump Day!!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 7:27 amAmanda Scott says:
Awesome photo choice.
Keep on writing, keep on writing (Keep swimming theme from finding nemo) keep on writing….
Never owned one of your book – I hope to be one of the lucky winner. Thank you for the chance.
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 7:28 amAngela says:
Good MORNING!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 7:29 amRyan Richeal says:
Woooo pick me! I am home with a sick 3 year (damn stomach bug!) And a new book would brighten my day!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 7:29 amAshley M says:
Your right Jill, its a very hard job. One that you shouldn’t strain yourself with. I’d be more than happy to volunteer my time so that you can keep writing fabulous books. I pick up everyone I can get my hands on. I’m read greedy. The latest I just finished last week is Smart and Sexy. Loved it! Haven’t read a bad book yet. Pick me pick me.
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 7:30 amNancy Huddleston says:
If you ever, ever need help looking for your characters, please let me know. I will help anyway I can. Love your books. Thanks for the laughter, the sighs, and that warm fuzzy feel I get from a good book.
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 7:32 amLes says:
Researching is a tough job! You just hang in there, you’re doing a great job!
PS CANNOT WAIT till May!!!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 7:33 amChristina says:
Pick me Jilly Bean!!!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 7:35 amTammy M. says:
I CAN’T WAIT for the new additions to the Lucky Harbor series! They just get better! Ben looks yummy but of course any of the guys on your Pinterest board are. Everytime you put a new guy up for a past book, I go back and read it. Great pic for hump day!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 7:35 amWhitney says:
Pick me !!!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 7:36 amKaren L says:
Too bad we can’t all be there to help with that research… Looking forward to reading your next one.
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 7:36 amHeather says:
Just got finished reading White Heat and you nearly burned up my Kindle with that one! LOL Love the pic of Ben and can’t wait for May!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 7:36 amDiane Engelhardt says:
That puppy is so cute!!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 7:36 amMichelle says:
So yummy, and the puppy is cute too! Can’t wait for the book.
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 7:38 amKaren says:
You do the best research!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 7:38 amAmy L. says:
Jill, do you ever get sidetracked by research? I don’t think I’ll ever get anything done. You are a very strong individual for getting anything done.
Oh and I guess better luck next time for me
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 7:38 amAmy H says:
I wouldn’t mind your job!!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 7:39 amMary Kay Walsh says:
I look forward every day to see what amusing stories you have for us and, of course, the new hottie you always find!!!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 7:39 amAly P says:
That kind of research… *sigh* I don’t know how you do it
)
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 7:39 amJeanine says:
I wanna trade places with the dog! Congrats to the lucky winners! I was hopeful I was one of them, but I’m not. Darn!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 7:40 amGail Wegener says:
Pick ME!!!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 7:40 amAlyssa says:
That is an amazing picture! LOVE IT!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 7:40 amNorma says:
Tough job you have there.
I just love a furry guy. 
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 7:41 amRosalita says:
Ben looks HOT!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 7:41 amMelissa Horton says:
And Pinterest has so many wonderful pretend boyfriends.
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 7:43 amPennie M says:
Tough job but it does have perks
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 7:43 amDenise B says:
Me, Me, Me! I need to figure out where you find these guys – I want one!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 7:45 amNancy says:
Thanks for sharing the lovely sights and inspirational views!!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 7:47 amPam Stack says:
Lordy.
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 7:48 amAmy P. says:
I love “hump day” – especially with visuals!!
Eagerly waiting for IT HAD TO BE YOU!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 7:49 amDawn Rosser says:
Yummy Yummy Yummy
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 7:49 amKim B. says:
Hmm…thats a tough job. If you ever need an assistant, let me know!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 7:49 amJen D. says:
Research: A dirty job, but someone’s gotta do it. [snicker] This completely made me smile.
Can’t wait for It Had To Be You! I’m keeping my fingers crossed on the drawing….
Thanks, Jill!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 7:52 amJen C says:
Nice! Keep up the good work!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 7:52 amJenny Martin says:
What a nice thought and picture for Hump day!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 7:53 amSandi says:
Dang! I was so sure I would be one of those 100 people! Dang, dang, dang!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 7:54 amJacquie Biggar says:
Gotta love a guy that loves animals!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 7:54 amGetey says:
I’m assuming we’re not limited to one boyfriend? In our imaginations of course…
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 7:55 amjenn says:
he can be my pretend boyfriend anyday
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 7:55 amSharon says:
Pick me – love your stuff! Just bought 2 more books this week for my kindle!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 7:56 amC Philson says:
Tough job but it has to be done – great picture!!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 7:57 amKarise E says:
I for one appreciate all of the research you put into finding the perfect models for your characters! It’s evident in the writing
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 7:58 amNichole M. says:
Now that is a way to start off your day!! Can’t wait for the new books to come out!! Love the Lucky Harbor series!!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 8:00 amTammy W. says:
Yummy guy! Happy Hump Day, indeed!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 8:02 amMichelle says:
Pick me!! Pick me!!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 8:02 amJennifer Northcutt says:
Well shoot…I wasn’t one of the 100 people…now to hope the book shows up at my Walmart
. Happy Wednesday.
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 8:03 amJennifer W says:
Pick me, pick me! I’ll take one ARC, one copy of Ben McDaniel,and one copy of the dog while we’re at it.
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 8:05 amWendy says:
That would be so great! Am so sad I didn’t get invited to the bookaholics. Is that going to be a recurring event, so that more people get the chance to receive a ARC?
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 8:12 amSteffi K says:
I love how the dog is in the picture too but mmm~~ love the inspiration you get when it comes to the guys!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 8:13 amJoanie says:
All I can say is WOW! After looking at his pic I don’t think I need my morning coffee!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 8:14 amLaura says:
Damn! No message in my Inbox about winning the ARC. I keep hitting refresh but it doesn’t seem to matter. lol
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 8:16 amPeggy Johnson says:
Pick me, pick me!!! Pleeeezzzeee!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 8:17 amCheri says:
We love your research findings! Keep up the hard work!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 8:17 amGwen R. says:
Tough tough job you have looking for these sort of photos. I would make this my background pic on my work computer but I think I might get in a little bit of trouble so I will stick with the photo of Ireland. Not as great as this one but you got to follow the rules at work.
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 8:17 amTracy Gilpin says:
Love Pretend Boyfriend day! And if you ever need any help with research, let me know….I’d even try to find the “live” version for you! (Because I’m a hard worker like that!)
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 8:18 amConnie N says:
It’s looking kinda blizzardy here in SLT, Miss Jilly. I have already shoveled this morning. Now I am going to stay in and have a Happy Hump Day.
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 8:25 amJudy S. says:
WOW! Great way to start a grey, rainy Wednesday.
Hoping for that last ARC…
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 8:26 amKimberly G says:
Best. Series. EVER!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 8:27 amCindy B. says:
May seems so far away to wait for the book to be released.
Cute beagle to go with the cute guy!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 8:27 amMissy Emery says:
Happy Hump Day! Shoveling 10 inches of snow this morning really sucked but this pic made me smile! Not only did I have to clear the driveway but had to do the back for my two pups.
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 8:28 amTexas Book Lover says:
Love the pairing of the big badass guy with super cute beagle. I always thought beagles were the cutest little dogs.
But I gotta say I’m super curious…what color are Ben’s eyes? Dark to go with the hair? Light and piercing? Damn now I’m going to be wondering all day…
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 8:29 amChristy says:
I love Pretend Boyfriend Day! Perhaps we should have it more often.
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 8:30 amLee-Ellen says:
Love this picture. Nothing like a guy and his dog!!!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 8:30 amCarol W says:
Yummy!!! can’t wait to read this book!!!!!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 8:31 amJudy S. says:
Jill, can you tell us when the notifications from your publisher went out? I want to check my spam folder – just in case…
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 8:33 amJenny S. says:
Yay, I got an email! But I’m sort of having trouble logging in using the link.
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 8:34 amMelisha B. says:
What a hard job doing all of that research! I’d be only too happy to help research those pictures. All for the sake of helping you with your next character, you understand. Lol
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 8:37 amMaryellen McGrew says:
Jill, kinda always wondered how Alpha Man feels about all the difficult reseaching you have to do to find pictures of your male heroes for your books??? Was watching the You Tube video last night, Must be doing something right by Billy Currington and thought he looked alot like either Jax or Dr. Josh, or even maybe Cameron. MMMM, what do you think? Sure wish I would be that last name you pick for your bookreaders, I usually read a book a day, on disability so not much else I can do everyday!!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 8:37 amAlix says:
This definitely brightened my Wednesday!!! Thanks for sharing
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 8:39 amJoyce Zahariades says:
That would be my dream job; search the net for hot men! Hey someone has to do it right?! Thanks for the pics, I love hump day now!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 8:42 amLala says:
Happy Hump Day!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 8:42 amI’m in the middle of White Heat! Soooo good!
Denise says:
Tough life but yeah you are right someone has to do it. Hope the back is feeling better.
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 8:43 amlisaione says:
An ARC, an ARC – my kingdom for an ARC!
On a serious note, I thinks its the dog that is making us all pant.
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 8:46 amJenM says:
Hmm, just the right amount of cover on the chest. Oh and the dog is adorable also.
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 8:47 amShaleen says:
Very inspiring!!! Thanks for being so hard working! Such Dedication!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 8:50 amHeather E says:
Cannot wait to meet Luke and Ben. I think I’m really going to like Ben. I can tell from his picture, he’s just my kind of guy!
Stay warm today- snowing at my house near Mt. Rose Hwy so I can imagine what it’s like at your house.
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 8:51 amJenn Smith says:
You make Wed so nice!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 8:55 amClarissa Samples says:
Jill, your characters are so HOT! I love looking at this pic. I could look all day long!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 8:56 amMrsD says:
Thanks for going above and beyond for us…think how lonely it would be if you were the only one looking at that eye-candy….
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 8:57 amjennifer vick says:
me me me me me!!!! I totaly love your books and the lucky harbor is my fav!! would love ARC copy
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 9:00 amErika says:
Pick me!!!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 9:01 amLisaA says:
Love your pretend boyfriends!! Oh, and PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE pick me!!! I would be a good bookaholic
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 9:03 amBarbara says:
Can’t wait to read this book!!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 9:03 amD says:
He’s good enough to make you want to go break a law!!! 
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 9:06 amRita Luken says:
I love all the pretending! Isn’t that what we do when we read? Love the all your stories
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 9:12 amLSUReader says:
The things you put yourself through for your readers, Jill. All I can say is thank you.
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 9:13 amFarrah says:
omg this dude is my exact definition of sexy. yummy.
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 9:15 amMarian says:
that picture is adorable
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 9:19 amDonna Michaels says:
Can’t wait to read Luke and thanks for sharing a pic of Ben!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 9:19 amJudy Brown says:
I retired from a research job (Para-Legal) so I could volunteer my help any time.
Love looking at your pics on Pinterest. Have a Great Hump Day!!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 9:20 amLaurie says:
He’s very pretty. Oh and pick me!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 9:21 amJenn says:
I’m so stoked for the next three
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 9:22 amCindy C. says:
Love the idea of pretend boyfriend day. Now May can’t come soon enough. We appreciate all the hard work you’re doing to find characters, btw.
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 9:23 amGmapeony says:
Sexy photo.
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 9:23 amCount me in for the draw.
Stacy H says:
I could have a pretend boyfriend every day of the week
Especiay if they looked like him!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 9:24 amTammy H says:
Can’t wait for the new book. Wish I were home snuggled up on the couch with my blankie, book, hot cocoa, and my man on this very snowy day in Tahoe.
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 9:28 amAmanda A. says:
Lucky doggy!!!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 9:28 amSusan says:
We all appreciate the sacrafices you make for us, Jill. You are very good at your job.
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 9:29 amTere Page says:
I love pretend boyfriend day! So glad you share too.
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 9:32 amteresa c. says:
I love that you have these pictures for us…I started reading my copy of It Had to Be you..this morning and Luke just came into the book and of course my mind shifts right to the picture of Luke that you had posted a while ago…As usual I’m loving the book so far! Thanks again for picking such handsome pretend boyfriends
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 9:36 amMichelle M says:
My iPhone wallpaper is my pretend boyfriend, which I believe I pulled from your Facebook feed! He even made me feel better at my best friend’s wedding, at which I was solo.
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 9:39 ammarie says:
I read your blog first thing in the morning just to get my heart started. THANK YOU
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 9:43 amMzKara says:
We have a snow day today. A new Shalvis read would be awesome on a day like today
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 9:47 amTammy B says:
Yummy pretend boyfriend material.
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 9:59 amI would love love love to get the ARC!
Diane/Anonym2857 says:
I signed up for the ARC thang, but don’t think it ever truly went through, even tho I tried several times… it told me to confirm with the email sent, but then never sent an email. (I tell you this not to whine — at least not much — but to let you know for next time that there may be a glitch in the system)
I think I will like this hero!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 10:03 amKatharine M. says:
I can’t wait for your next book!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 10:03 amRuth Rinehart says:
Such a tough job!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 10:07 amStephanie says:
I would be happy to trade research jobs with you!!! You can take my biology research and I will suffer through yours
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 10:15 amkaren says:
Awwww what a sad sad job you have! You must hate all that research!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 10:29 amCarla A. says:
I want one!!!!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 10:29 amLeanna h says:
I would love to win the Arc for my 36th birthday on Saturday.!!!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 10:32 amSandi in OH says:
Gee, when I worked I couldn’t do internet research except on office supplies. It’s a good thing that I retired. Now I can research anything I want.
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 10:33 amjb says:
well, i am a research assistant in real life…so if you ever need an assistant…i would be happy to step up for you
and what a cute dog.
what is it about men and dogs?
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 10:33 amZ Any Mouse says:
Pick me, pick me! I’ll even trade you a box of Girl Scout cookies, lol.
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 10:36 amCindy H says:
If you need any help..Please let me know, I’d be more than happy to take over that task for you!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 10:38 amRobin B says:
I think you did an excellent job picking a man and his best friend. I wouldn’t mind laying in bed with both of them!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 10:47 amConnie says:
Yea! Pretend Boyfriend Day! Love it. Does that mean we should all post a pic of our pretend boyfriend? Less research for you and will be a gracious way for you to accept all the offers of others doing the research. (Just trying to save you some time. LOL) I’ve been rereading the Lucky Harbor books lately. Can’t wait for Luke – loved the excerpts, thanks! – and Ben.
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 10:52 amAnita H. says:
Can’t wait for the book to come out! I love reading your books and blog, you always bring a smile to my face!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 10:53 ammarie says:
WAIT!!!! I am a dinasour, what the heck is an ARC.
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 10:57 amDO I want one?????????
marie
Quilt Lady says:
I will be happy to help you with your research! After all I don’t have any thing else that I a doing right now. It just seem a shame that you have to take your time to do all your research. This way you will have more time to write.
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 11:23 amGozde says:
hmm….Pretend boyfriend….. Good idea
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 11:26 amTaylor Bellitto says:
I graduated from college last June and I’m still only working part time and I’m essentially a glorified research assistant/ grunt worker/ admin assistant office worker extraordinaire lol love my job
it’s not bad tho and I gotta say tho looking for hot guys online would be a better one haha good day to everyone!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 11:26 amAngie Alexander says:
Oh me PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE!!!!!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 11:32 amDonna M says:
That picture is certainly gaining you a lot of responses!!!
He is really yummy! One of the best you have posted. Many thanks. 
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 11:43 amJudy F says:
THANKS for the present. its my bday today…LOL
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 12:03 pmkp says:
yum…yum
would love to win!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 12:16 pmDanielle W says:
*In the corner crying without my email* Why is the release date so far away?!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 12:19 pmKatie says:
Ooohhhh, I think everyone should have a pretend boyfriend who looks like that!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 12:28 pmLisa Guertin says:
I’m so glad you’re willing to share your hard work and research with us. Thank you!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 12:37 pmwinnie says:
Love how you share your research with us!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 12:43 pmSue G. says:
Thanks for sharing!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 12:53 pmJanieC says:
That pic is too cute.
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 12:59 pmSusan Bruns says:
Pick me! Pick me!
Thanks for the picture. Hunky Dory for sure. 
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 1:09 pmRowena says:
I didn’t even read anything you wrote because I couldn’t look at anything other than the picture. Yummo!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 1:10 pmCindy says:
Darn! Always next time. Pics are always worth looking at- I consider them a win.
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 1:10 pmSuzy Wilson says:
Beautiful man AND a dog lover!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 1:18 pmLinda says:
I like pretend boyfriend day!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 1:22 pmAda says:
Did anyone ever thank you, Jill, for doing all the tough work for us? lol Happy Pretend Boyfriend Day! Happy researching
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 1:54 pmRandi says:
A new book just in time for my birthday. Awesome
Happy Pretend Boyfriend Day!!!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 2:02 pmKimh says:
Hot so adorable
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 2:09 pmthanks for arc
Marcia says:
Yes!!!! XD
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 3:26 pmJessie Foster says:
you can keep the book if I can have the guy and the dog!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 3:29 pmGlittergirl says:
Wow, he’s jaw dropping gorgeous
YUMMMMMMM…
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 3:49 pmPlease pick me for your ARC
Lan N says:
I love your books soo much! i’ve read every single one and you always make me laugh! keep writing jill!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 3:54 pmJamie Kersten says:
Anxious to read Ben’s story! I wouldn’t mind doing that kind of research.
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 3:56 pmMarcy says:
Research away, Jill.
We’ll help by checking out the results anytime you’d like.
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 4:13 pmDebbie says:
It’s a tough job but somebody has to do it! May I say you do a great job. Keep up the great work, I love Pretend Boyfriend Day!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 4:13 pmKaren G. says:
Yes, keep posting those research photos…in case you need additional opinions and all that.
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 4:27 pmBC says:
I love your inspiration and of course, all the hard “research” you do for us.
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 4:38 pmGina Salas says:
You should run an assistant for a day contest. I would love it and others would too.
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 4:45 pmmartha says:
I would love to win a copy. Please consider me! Thank you for all your hard work finding the perfect men for the book and sharing the pictures with us – so we can salivate – oh wait – I mean share your vision when we read the book.
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 4:55 pmStacy S says:
What’s not to love about that picture? Hot man and cute puppy.
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 5:05 pmItalia says:
I gotta ask.. Do you need an assistant?
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 5:05 pmNickie H says:
It never fails every time I read one of your Facebook posts or your blog, I ALWAYS laugh. Even on horrible days like today… Although my boss thinks I am nuts laughing at my computer or phone all the time
I can’t wait for the new book and neither can my mom since I just gave her all your books!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 5:18 pmJennifer P says:
I’ll trade you some sea salt chocolate chip cookies for the book!
Oh, and I’d take the guy, too!!!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 5:19 pmBridget C says:
Lorelei and I are despairing, but glad you still have an ARC to give away
It’s getting more and more difficult to win your ARCs now that you are getting (deservedly) more and more popular. If only you were one of those well-kept secrets…
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 5:20 pmLorelei B. says:
Bridget and I can share
if we win!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 5:27 pmKathy Rando Giannone says:
Drat! No email & no message on facebook. I guess I didn’t win.
It’s ok, I will drag myself through the months to wait until May & console myself with the rest of your reading list. 
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 5:32 pmPatricia Porter says:
I love all your books. Can’t wait for this one.
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 5:37 pmKelly S. says:
Congratulations to the lucky 100! I’m sad as I do believe, I wasn’t one of them.
To Marie, if you come down this low in the comments, an ARC is an Advanced Reader’s Copy or basically a copy of the book prior to it’s final edit/proofing and publication. They may have an extra typo or two than the final copy or a different cover or missing photos if it is a book for kids. Overall, they tend to be nearly exact to the final product.
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 5:41 pmHeidi says:
That picture looks a lot like my dog, too bad he didn’t come with that 6 pack. Thanks for the pic!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 5:43 pmSonya says:
What a perfect way to pass the day! Thanks for sharing!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 5:45 pmHolly says:
Wish I got to do this kind of research at work
I lost track of time staring at the guy’s abs. And the dog is so cute!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 6:05 pmev says:
ONE LEFT!!!! WOOT!!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 6:08 pmJill says:
I am enjoying Pretend Boyfriend Day! And when you get tired of him — can you send him my way?
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 6:16 pmEileen A-W says:
Reasearch is good!!! Keep up the good work, as long as you share it with us. Looking forward to reading your next published book!!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 6:50 pmAlexis Sheehan says:
I wish I saw guys like that on a daily basis. Heck, I’d even take weekly.
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 6:54 pmNicole S says:
Ben is very yummy!
May is too far away. Hope times flies.
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 7:21 pmWendy says:
Ooh, pick me please.
Loved the picture. Can’t wait for May.
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 7:33 pmbecky moe says:
Wait–there was a dog in that picture? Where?
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 7:34 pmJeanette Hamlet says:
Oh I would love the ARC!! I have read and reviewed for authors before but you’re my favorite and I would love to read your ARC!! Many of them!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 7:40 pmLiza says:
I’d love an ARC! Also happy to help with research.
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 7:49 pmPenny says:
Ben has good taste… after all, he has a beagle like I do! (actually, my beagle owns me)
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 7:52 pmI’m looking forward to Beagle Ben
Aimee says:
Looking forward to the next books!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 8:12 pmLori B. says:
Seeing this picture is a great way to end the day! Here’s to great dreams tonight!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 8:21 pmGenevieve says:
Yeah! One more chance
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 8:48 pmajdean says:
oh my god i cant wait to read his book
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 8:51 pmKathleen O says:
I didn’t win this time, but I like what you have sent to console me until next time…
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 9:04 pmMargie says:
So hot!! Love the doggy too. Would love an arc of it had to be you!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 9:20 pmTammy C says:
Oh what a lovely sight to come home to after a hard day at work, but yay the start of my vacation! Can’t wait until May….maybe I’ll get lucky and won’t have to…hint, hint!
Have a great week!
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 9:44 pmErin says:
I just love all of your research Jill!!! Keep up the good work and keep it coming because I just love reading your post! Have a great day:)
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 10:11 pmLinda Henderson says:
I do enjoy your research, you always seem to find the hot men.
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 10:46 pmElise S. says:
I may have accidentally left this page open while I did other things. Thanks for another chance at It Had to be You. Would make an awesome birthday gift to win an ARC.
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 11:12 pmJuhi says:
yum!! atleast your research gives us something to look forward to! :p
Posted on March 6th, 2013 at 11:40 pmand WoO hoo onE more chance!!!! plzz “IT Has To bE me”!!! hahah lookin forward to It Had to be You! maY is so far!
tsuki says:
Great find, thanks for sharing
Posted on March 7th, 2013 at 3:26 amKoren Sutliff says:
Oh sweet baby Jesus – you do beautiful research!
Posted on March 7th, 2013 at 5:56 amnatalies mama says:
hot hot hot.
Posted on March 7th, 2013 at 8:52 ampick me please.
Patsy Treybal says:
Unless I have an email I haven’t seen I’d sure like a second chance…..
Posted on March 7th, 2013 at 9:47 amMelissa Traniello says:
I can’t wait to read It Had to be You because if the main character looks like that, it is bound to be a good read
Posted on March 7th, 2013 at 10:37 amPen Mettert says:
Sounds like a good read.
Posted on March 7th, 2013 at 10:48 amDeb says:
I want! Er, both the ARC and the guy on the bed. My husband would never have to know…
Posted on March 7th, 2013 at 10:57 amLynn says:
I’m so antsy for a Lucky Harbor fix.
Posted on March 7th, 2013 at 11:23 ami*Heart*BigBooks says:
You find. The. Best. pictures. Haha, what I’m really curious about….is what your google search history looks like.
Posted on March 7th, 2013 at 12:21 pmTawnya says:
I’ll take two! Oh, and the puppy too.
Posted on March 7th, 2013 at 2:50 pmCheryl Sanders says:
WOW! He’s perfect! Can’t wait for the next book
Posted on March 7th, 2013 at 3:23 pmAnitaL says:
I look forward to your posts. I check back daily(I try to see what you and your family are up to!!
Posted on March 7th, 2013 at 6:55 pmJessica Brookes says:
I just watched The Lucky One… Zach Efron was totally my pretend BF while I was watching that movie. *sigh*
Posted on March 7th, 2013 at 7:54 pmSue Peace says:
I love your pictures, Jill!!!
Posted on March 8th, 2013 at 12:44 amCassidy says:
Yeah, I bet the research is really hard! Hahahaha
I can’t wait for It Had To Be You! I literally have a countdown in my phone lol
Posted on March 8th, 2013 at 5:06 amJulia -Yen says:
That is a very sexy picture of Ben! Congrats to 100 people who won the ARC of It Had to Be You! And thanks for this post giveaway
Posted on March 8th, 2013 at 11:41 ammickey macdougall says:
well, with 241 comments above me, I don’t have a shot in hell of winning this one, but what the heck! Live on the edge I say and go fo it!!! LOL!!!! Mick
Posted on March 8th, 2013 at 9:24 pmMona K says:
Jill you have one tough job! Please Please send me Mr. Yummy my way…I can’t wait until IT HAD TO BE YOU to come out, but way to long until May…Very good to way to start HUMP DAY! Very lucky Beagle…Congrats to everyone who one…
Posted on March 9th, 2013 at 8:42 amI love Jill’s books… I’ll have some nice dreams of Ben at night…Haha! I’m married but well we can dream right ladies? I agree you do find the best pictures Jill as always. Your the best. LOL!!!!! Mona
Kim says:
Thanks for the giveaway.
Posted on March 9th, 2013 at 2:04 pmAlexis says:
Such a hot looking pretend boyfriend…I love it when authors post pictures of what the characters in the books look like! Keeping my fingers crossed that I get picked for the ARC copy of it had to be you…it’s been such a long crazy week at work…more so the normal…public libraries have such CRAZY partons! And we are next to the courts and the sheriff station! There must have been something in the water or the weather or something….but I could totally use good news saying I won this!!! Fingers and toes crossed!!
Posted on March 9th, 2013 at 6:49 pmJess says:
Darnit! I thought with a 100 people being chosen I was bound to win! Guess my nonwinning luck continues
Please do it again soon, it was the contest I was most hoping to win. Love your books and your sense of humor that always cracks me up here and on fb! 
Posted on March 11th, 2013 at 6:24 amJen A says:
Thanks for the shot at your book
can’t wait to read it.
Posted on March 11th, 2013 at 6:40 amLRMegtom says:
Pick me Please. And ya gotta love those pictures.
Posted on March 11th, 2013 at 8:42 amHeather M says:
Yummy! I can’t wait for the new book to come out. This is one of my favorite series. I was in bed sick for 2 days last week. If it wasn’t for Lucky Harbor and my dog and two cats I would have gone crazy. My husband thanks you also. Since he works out of the house me being home sick usually means he gets nothing done but since I had your books to entertain me it was business as usual for him
Posted on March 11th, 2013 at 9:36 amNika says:
would love to win. cant wait for it to come out.
apparently, time doesnt fly when you are waitin for a jill shalvis book to come out…
Posted on March 11th, 2013 at 10:27 amSigni S. says:
Whoa! Me like! Me like very much! You sure know how to pick ‘em! I think I’d like a job like yours too! Nice benefits!!! The dog is “cute” too!! I love Beagles! We have a Beagle named Lucy!
Posted on March 12th, 2013 at 10:15 amLRmegtom says:
Cannot wait for this book.
Posted on March 13th, 2013 at 8:29 amKYLA WHITLEY says:
Is it too late to enter? Would love a copy. You look marvelous, Ms. Jill.
Posted on March 13th, 2013 at 8:29 am