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Hello Reader, It's crazy to think that the U.S. is celebrating 250 years, while other countries have been around for thousands. In the grand scheme of things, the U.S. is still a baby. Are you celebrating? How so? I'm not typically a holiday person. Ask my kids. I've battled for years with feeling like my kids weren't getting the magic they deserved. Some moms pull out all the stops---Valentine's Day, Saint Patrick's Day, 100th Day of the School Year---but that wasn't me. First off, who has time to plan all those magical activities, and secondly, who could afford holiday decor for every holiday? Plus, where would I store it? Thankfully, I was blessed with a husband who always took the time to create some sort of magic. If you were one of those moms who created magic for every passing holiday, I salute you. I wish I were more like you, and I bet my kids do, too. But 250 years... that's a big deal. So in celebration of this huge milestone, I am offering you an equally huge savings on all my audiobooks. If you purchase through Edy's Bookshop (https://www.payhip.com/edhackettauthor), you'll save 50%-75% off the regular price. For this week only, you can get any audiobook for just $2.50! It gets sent through Bookfunnel, which is a great service with an excellent audiobook app. Your audio choices are: The Havoc in My Head: a medical drama wrapped in family A Match Made in Ireland: a study abroad closed-door romance A Trip Down Memory Lane: a 4-hour listen about a snowstorm, a wedding, and a road trip with your ex. I know last month I deliberately put out in the world that my next novel was a sequel to A Match Made in Ireland....and I did get as far as creating a mock book cover to keep me inspired, but that's as far as I got. I love making mock covers. It solidifies the tone and feel of the story I want to create. This looks fun, doesn't it? I know it will be, and I know it will be written, but not just yet. The ideas still have to marinate and brew. Instead, I dove into Irish Mythology, and am creating a story about leprechauns, changelings, and fairies. It's out of my wheelhouse, but it's one of those things that has to be done. It has to get off my heart and onto the paper. I'm not quite sure if I'll ever publish it, but it's been really fun to tackle a new genre. Think of women's fiction with magic. Lastly, I want to introduce you to fellow author, Raquel Drosos. Like a Mom is for all the women out there who found their partner, moved in, and took on the inadvertent role of step-mom. It realistically portrays the challenges and everyday moments of joy in motherhood and family, especially when those roles evolve in untraditional ways. I hope you have a wonderful start to July! If you're in the midst of a heatwave, please find a cool place to relax with a good book (or audiobook!). Keep Reading! Edy.
P.S.--If you're a fan of cozy fantasy (which is really like women's fiction with magic), please reply to this email and send me your favorite authors or books. I'm trying to get familiar with the genre and don't quite know where to start! Also, if you love holidays, I would love to know your favorite holiday tradition. If it's easy to maintain, I'd love to hear it! |