Inspired by . . . serial novels

Hello, friends, Jonathan Graham here, stepping in for June today.

It seems it happens every year, the holidays are upon us before we’ve fully recovered from summer. Pilgrims and pumpkins are whisked off the shelves, replaced with Rudolph the reindeer and laughing Santas before we’ve even had the chance to honor the meaning of the moment.

My thoughts always turn to Dickens this time of year. I’ve watched A Christmas Carol every year since as long as I can remember. And every time I see it, I’m encouraged to honor the spirit of Christmas throughout the year.

 

 

 

Those of you familiar with Dickens probably know that every one of his novels was published serially--that is, the novels appeared not all at once, but in parts or installments, over a space of time. There were various reasons for this, one of them being that the cost to purchase a complete novel was well above what most people could afford in those days, while each installment cost only a shilling. Much as changed in the literary world over the last 150  years.

With the invention of electronic readers the cost of the texts has gone down, and with it the need for large spaces in which to house the books that fulfill {some of} our insatiable appetite for the written word. Personally, there are still some texts that I want, no need, to hold in my hands and smell the ink, but I also have a vast electronic library that continues to grow.

There is no shortage of books, even good books. What I find to be in short supply of, as I’m sure most of you do as well . . .

. . . is time.

It is with all this in mind that we have decided to release June’s next book as a serial novel.

No Tomorrow will be released in six, time-manageable installments, over the course of the next four to six months. The first installment is available now for pre-order , and releases this Sunday! Just in time to wrap up your holiday weekend with cup of tea and a new book!

 

 

 With Thanksgiving upon us, June and I are counting our blessings. I know I speak for her when I say, one of our biggest blessings is all of YOU!  Your readership and support is of great encouragement and inspiration.

Thank you!

Jonathan

 

 

 

Sharing inspiration here:

Playdates with God, Testimony Tuesday, #TellHisStory,

Thought Provoking Thursday, Grace & Truth, Weekend Whispers,

Inspire Me Monday, RaRa Link Up, Intentional Tuesday,

#WordswithWinter, Titus 2 Tuesday, Thoughtful Thursdays,

Encourage Me Monday, Wholehearted Wednesday,

Women with Intention Wednesdays, Word Filled Wednesday,

#GiveMeGrace, Still Saturday

Inspired by . . . June

Hello there, Inspired by . . . readers! Jonathan Graham here. I've high jacked June's blog to make a couple of announcements and brag a bit on June, since I know she won't do that herself!

The big news this week is that Heart's Desire is now available on Kindle!

 

Don't have Kindle? No worries, Amazon offers a Free Kindle Reading App for smartphones, tablets and PC's. Or you can read books instantly in your browser. Just go to Amazon.com for more information or to access the free downloads.

 

 

For those of you in Texas, June is going to be at the Patrick Heath Public Library in Boerne, Texas on Saturday, March 1st between 10am-2pm. The library is hosting it's first Local Author Book Expo in the Community Room. The event will showcase the talent and diversity of local authors. Hope to see you there!

 

Now if you'll allow me to brag on June a little.

We're so thankful for the ladies that have come along side of us in helping to promote her work. These ladies have posted reviews of the books and, in some cases, sponsored giveaways of June's books.  I know June has thanked you all personally. She really does appreciate each one of you.

Here's a review of Starflower that was recently posted on Brooke's blog:

 

"More than anything, I enjoyed the scripture that saturated this book. In almost every circumstance, the characters turned to God and His Word for help. Starflower was written with great sensitivity toward the Holy Spirit and things of God."

 

"I mentioned earlier the intelligence with which Starflower was written. It is a murder mystery/Christian romance. Both the romance and the mystery balanced each other fully, neither one drowning the other out. It takes skill to do that. Also, it made me think, trying to guess who the villain could be."

Read the full Starflower review here: Brookes Book Blog

 

As always, you can learn more about June and read excerpts from her books on her website: junecaedmon.com

 

 

We're recently added a new Paypal purchasing feature that allows you to buy signed copies directly from June's website. She offers personalization and gift wrapping, too!

 

Finally, June's working hard on the re-release of her novel, No Tomorrow, and is hoping to have it available by early April. Here's a snippet to whet your appetite:

 

 

When she reached the beach, Petra threw aside her sandals and sank her toes deep into the sand. Seeing there were low clouds on the horizon, she leaned back on her elbows, anticipating a spectacular sunset. The air was cool and the sand was still warm from baking under the sun all day. The breezes hinted at the island’s secrets as they flitted by, coating her skin with a fine mist from the sea. With a sigh, she closed her eyes, enjoying the last kiss of the sun before it descended into the ocean.

This was the real reason she had come to the Islands. She would just have to find a way to enjoy the romance of Hawaii in spite of the frogs she may have to kiss along the way.

Well, that's the update from here! I'd better get this posted before June finds me and makes me re write everything!

 

Happy reading!

Jonathan