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I Have A Launch Date

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Now let’s get to the news you’ve all been waiting for—My book release.

Under Penalty of Death will launch on January 29, 2024

I’m so excited.
I must say, this has been a ride. I wasn’t expecting all the ups and down when I signed up with Elk Lake Publishing LLC.
Traditional publishing differs greatly from self-publishing.… Read More I Have A Launch Date

Author Interview

Tuesday Talks – Interview with Kelly Goshorn

Today we have the honor of speaking with Kelly Goshorn. Kelly won a Pelican Group contract for her debut novel, A Love Restored. I’m excited to learn about it and her book.Hello Kelly, tell us a little about yourself and how you were raised.    Hi Kristena, Thank you for having me on your blog. I… Read More Tuesday Talks – Interview with Kelly GoshornRead More Tuesday Talks – Interview with Kelly Goshorn

Fiction Friday

Friday Fiction – It’s Just Not Right – Flash Fiction

1945 was a great year to be an eight-year-old boy in rural Indiana. School had just let out and my big bro was headin’ home. Tommy and Mag’s families weren’t as lucky as ours. The war had snatched their brothers. I felt plum sorry for them… but maybe not as sorry as I shoulda. Momma had… Read More Friday Fiction – It’s Just Not Right – Flash FictionRead More Friday Fiction – It’s Just Not Right – Flash Fiction