Gratefulness
The brakes on the goblin railship squeal. The crystal-powered engine rolls into Ka Radiff in the Borderland. I clomp down the stairs to the dusty platform, the first to disembark. It’s the end of the tour through the known world beneath the Veil.
I wait at the bottom of the steps, smiling, grateful, so amazed at your kindness and enthusiasm. From beginning to end, I had a wonderful time. Thank you to all those who traveled with me, hosted the parties along the way, and stopped by to cheer my book on. As you descend to the station, I smile and wish you amazing adventures ahead.
A Winner
As part of hosting my official tour, I offered to draw a name from a hat (plastic container). The winner would receive my very best effort at a book or blog trailer. My husband did the honors. These terrible blurry photos are:
Randy’s hand in the container
Randy opening the crinkled paper
And the winner is:
Miriam Hurdle
I’m so excited to work with Miriam and create a trailer for her book Songs of Heartstrings: Poems of Gratitude and Beatitude. Yay! Congrats to Miriam.
An Autumn Reading Challenge
My kindle overfloweth. One of the surprising results of a book tour is how many books I purchased from hosts and visitors. OMG! A clear consequence of unquenchable book-enthusiasm. Lol. To whittle down my pile, I’m challenging myself to read 60 books this season. No writing, no silly games on my phone, no mindless TV. Just lots of reading on the treadmill while trying not to trip! Wish me luck!
Thanks again to all my tour hosts, to everyone who visited and commented and visited and commented and visited. Lol. I’m so grateful all the readers who picked up a book and to the generous souls who provide the world with reviews. Happy Reading!
Myths of the Mirror 
[…] what? I was the winner. […]
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So happy for you that you had a great time touring your book, Diana – and picking up lots of others on the way! Happy reading! 😀❤
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I did pick up a bunch… thus the reading challenge. 14 down, 36 to go! Lol. I had a wonderful time and was repeatedly reminded of how wonderful our little online community is. ❤ ❤
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Yay Miriam!
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She’s going to post the trailer next week and I’ll reblog. It came out so nice, and she was wonderful to collaborate with. I was delighted to do it for her. The whole blogging community was wonderful, HRR. I couldn’t have been happier with the result.
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Congratulations, Miriam!
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I just finished her trailer and I’m anxious to hear her thoughts. 🙂 Thanks for stopping by, Mark. 🙂 Happy October.
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You as well, Diana!
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Miriam is a lucky woman! 🙂
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Thanks, Betsy. I can’t wait to work on her trailer with her. She was a lovely support too while I was touring which makes it extra special. 🙂 Have a great week, my friend. ❤
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And a happy Monday to you, friend!
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Yes, I’m very lucky and super excited.
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Love this thoughtful post, and congrats to Miriam!
60 books is a LOT of pages read. I hope you have good lighting 😊
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LOL. Well, I’m already behind on my reading, Jacquie, but who knows… I might catch up! Thanks so much for swinging by. I had a fun tour thanks to everyone who stopped by to say cheer me on. Have a lovely week, my friend. Happy Reading!
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Thank you, Jacquie! Diana surprised me with her gracious gesture!
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Loved the post and the initiative. Wish I could have been there…. But alas!
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Thanks so much for stopping by! It was a fun tour and so busy. Have a wonderful week, Shakti. Be well.
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It was a fun tour:) Congrats Miriam!
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Thanks for being one of the fabulous hosts, Denise. I had a great time, but I’m relieved it’s over too. So busy! Have a wonderful weekend and Happy Writing!
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Thank you, Denise! The tour was a blast!
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I’m so excited!!
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Thanks, Chelsea. I’m still waiting for those books! You would think Amazon had to start by cutting down the trees. 🙂 Thanks so much for taking a peek at the tour wrap up and for all your enthusiasm along the way. I hope you’re finding time to write too!
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Someday. Hurry up, Amazon!
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What a wonderful way to close the tour, Diana. I thought I was starting on a new story, loved that it was first person, and then realized what you were doing. Brilliant! And congratulations to Miriam. She is wonderful.
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Lol. Not a new story! Good Lord. I’d have a melt down. Ha ha. Just a way to say thank you to all the wonderful bloggers who helped me out, including you. 🙂 Have a great Sunday, my friend. ❤
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Diana had a wonderful and busy tour. So did you, Jacqui! I couldn’t believe to be the lucky one. Thanks to Diana’s husband! 🙂
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Your steam train prologue was just wonderful, Diana!!
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Thanks, Jennie. Just expressing my sincere gratitude. Everyone was so kind to me on my book tour. Warms the heart to the core. ❤ Happy Weekend, my friend.
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I does warm the heart, and inspire great writing. 🥰
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Yeah, Jennie, the whole world was on board with Diana and her book!
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I could tell. Wonderful!
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That’s brilliant, Diana! Congratulations to Miriam. ❤️
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Thanks for visiting, Colleen, and for the congrats for Miriam. I’m looking forward to collaborating with her on her trailer. As well as to reading my butt off on the treadmill! Which I need to do badly. Lol. Have a wonderful weekend, my friend. ❤
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Thanks, Diana. I’ve been walking almost every day of the week- 2 miles. Plus I’m back on WW which helps keep me in line. I feel so much better. Good for you walking on the treadmill. I did that when we lived in Colorado. It’s a great way to start your day. I bet Miriam is thrilled! ❤️❤️❤️
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A trilogy kept me on my butt for way too long. It feels good to get the lungs and heart going again. 🙂 A bit of Frankenstein happening here. Lol
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LOL! You go girl! 😍❤️
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So happy for you to be walking 2 miles on your treadmill, Colleen. I should walk more. Yes, I’m thrilled to be the winner. ❤ ❤ ❤
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I walk in the neighborhood I live in, Miriam. That way I can connect to nature. ❤️❤️❤️
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That’s wonderful, Colleen. I bruised my toe so I’m waiting for it to get better. I love to walk around the lake in my neighborhood. ❤ ❤
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Oh no! Get well, Miriam. Walking is so good for us. ❤️
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I kicked on a door with full force while walking because I didn’t expect that to be open. ❤
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OH, NO! I hope you heal quickly. You didn’t break it, did you?
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No, Colleen. The bone doesn’t hurt. It’s getting better every day.
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Thank goodness. Take care and heal up. ❤️
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Ouch
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Oh Diana, it was a lovely tour. I give you so much kudos for getting that all organized. I was as delighted as my readers to have you over. And huge congrats to Miriam, she is one lucky gal to have won such a wonderful prize. (Ya, okay, maybe a tad envious, lol). But seriously, I look so forward to seeing what you come up with. Congrats again to both you and Miriam. Hugs xox
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Thanks, Debby. I loved the stop at your place. It was a perfect diversion in the middle of the tour. And my offer still stands to create a trailer for you. I’ll practice on Miriam first though. LOL. It will be loads of fun. Happy Weekend, my friend. ❤ ❤
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LOL you are so funny. I’m looking forward to seeing what you come up with for Miriam. And oh yes, I would be ecstatic to take you up on your generous offer, then pick your brains to learn how you created so I can try on my own. Thank you again. I’ll be in touch LOL ❤ xx
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When we do one, I might log the steps so that I can offer a more detailed post about how to do them. They’re time consuming, but really easy. 🙂
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That would be most appreciateve Diana, thank you 🙂 x
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The tour was lovely, Debby! It goes to say that we have a lovely and supportive community here. Diana had a post on how to do a trailer. I meant to learn how to do it, so it was super thrilled to be the winner. ❤
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I remember Diana posted about it when she made her own trailer. I definitely need a refresher course, so I’m looking forward to her trailer for you – especially since I’ve read your lovely book and can relate to it. ❤ And yes, we have a wonderful community among us! ❤
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I’m looking forward to her creation of the trailer also, Debby. Thank you so much for reading my book. I appreciated your review. ❤
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Hugs ❤
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Wow i did no know about this, it sounds so interesting! Congratulations to Miriam 🙂 I look forward to seeing the trailer that is created. Also, READING on a treadmill?! I am impressed!
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Thanks for stopping by, Lenora. 🙂 I had a wonderful book tour, but phew, glad its over too. Yes, I read while exercising… I figured out how to make my phone read kindle (non-audible) books to me, so I’m really just listening. The monotone voice is awful, but I enjoy so many more books! And trust me, I need the exercise. Lol. Have a great weekend, my friend. ❤
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That’s really clever, need to learn how to do that too. Enjoying books while you exercise sounds like a good compromise for monotonous voices 🙂
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I’m used to the voice now so I don’t notice it and can right into the book. I listen in my car, while gardening. It’s a great way to get through my kindle library. If you look for it, it’s most likely under something in Settings called Accessibility (or similar). It’s a feature designed for visually impaired phone users.
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Thank you, i’ll for sure try and find that setting!
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Thank you so much. I’m so excited to win the prize!
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It’s time to take a breakation and reap the benefits of your labor. Congratulations to Miriam on winning the book trailer. I can’t wait to see how it comes out. ❤
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I can’t wait to see how it comes out too. Lol. This will be the first time making one for someone else. 🙂 And a “breakation?” That cracked me up. Thanks, Vashti.
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Well, here in south Florida we can’t really get away for a real vacation because of Covid, so we take breakations. Ha, ha. I’m sure the trailer will be great. 😉 Have a good one.
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The tour was a blast, Vashti! I followed the train to go around the world. I’m excited about the trailer. Have a wonderful week, my friend! ❤
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I’m happy for you, Miriam! Enjoy the rest of the week, my friend. ❤
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Thanks for stopping by, Vashtil. I’m excited for Miriam’s trailer to makes its debut. Have a great day and Happy Writing!
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It’s always a pleasure, Diana. Enjoy the rest of the week, and Happy Writing to you too!
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It’s very hot here, 103F today. I couldn’t do too much most of the day. I don’t have air condition. ❤
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It was so much fun hosting you, Diana! Congrats to Miriam! And happy reading to you!
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Thanks, Jan. I so appreciate your kindness as a host. Brazos Wind is on my kindle and waiting. I’m going to have so much fun with my reading challenge! Have a great day.
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Thank you, Jan. I was happy to stop by your tour.
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Such a beautiful idea, love this.
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Thank you, Jude. I had a fun tour, and I’m grateful for all the attention it received. Couldn’t have happened without this wonderful community. Have a happy, healthy weekend. 🙂
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It was a wonderful idea, Jude!
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😊
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It was a pleasure to host you, Diana – happy reading! And congrats to Miriam!
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Thanks, Teri. I’m so grateful. It was a busy and fun tour. Now, a bit of collaboration with Miriam and lots of reading ahead. 😀 Have a great weekend.!
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Thank you, Teri. I was happy to stop by your tour and started following you.
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Thanks for following, Miriam!
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I got your news letter, Teri!
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Sorry, I meant I got your posts.
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Time to breathe deep, find your zen, and chill out for a while. At least until the muse tickles again 😉
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I’m still wrapping up details on Book 3, but should be done with that in a few days, Jess. Then… relaxing? I’m going to try! Lol
Thanks so much for helping with my tour and the book(s). I’m looking forward to doing the same for you!
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Glad to hear. If you still want a second (third? Fourth?) pair of eyes on Book III, give me a yell 🙂
Otherwise, revel in the accomplishment!
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I’d love that. I’ll send it along, but no rush, no pressure. Your writing (and health, family, job, and other stuff) always comes first. 🙂
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Hahah, all the other stuff 😁
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I’m happy for Miriam. She is one of the kindest and most supportive bloggers I’ve met. Great job on your Liars and Thieves book tour, Diana. It was fabulous to see your book getting so much attention. It’s no coincidence that you had so many people willing to help.
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Thanks so much for helping with my tour, Pete. This blogging community is something wonderfu,l and you’re right about Miriam. I was just tickled to see her name pop up and look forward to working with her. Have a happy, healthy weekend, my friend.
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Thank you so much for your kind word, Pete! I had so much fun touring Diana’s book and super excited for her. Diana is a great example of being supportive. I agree that it was no coincidence she got a trainful of supporters.
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Welcome home from your whistle stop tour, Diana! And congratulations to Miriam for winning the book trailer! I look foward to seeing what you come up with for Songs of Heartstrings. Happy reading!
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Thanks for stopping by Liz and for being part of the tour. I’m excited to give Miriam’s book trailer a go. Should be fun to collaborate. Have a great weekend and Happy Writing to you!
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You’re welcome, Diana! My husband and I are headed up to the Northeast Kingdom of Vermont to take photos of the site of the camp my dad built. Then Sunday is writing day. Hurray! I hope you have a good weekend as well.
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I lived in Craftsbury for a year – we had snow in August one year! Have a beautiful trip. The leaves up there must be heading into peak. Enjoy! (And bring sweaters – lol)
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It ended up being in the 80s up north! The leaves were at their peak. A lot of red this year.
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Sounds gorgeous!!!
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Thank you very much, Liz! I’m super excited about the trailer. Diana is a master of trailer producer.
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Indeed she is!
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I agree!
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You and Miriam rock, Diana! It sounds like fun was had by all (even Randy!).
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LOL. He went along with it, but he moved too fast. I had to crop out the tv remote and potato chip crumbs. I was happy for Miriam and look forward to creating something for her. Should be fun. Thanks for the visit, my friend. ❤
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It’s a pleasure (always!)! I hope you have a wonderful autumn weekend, Diana.
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You too!
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Thank you so much. Tandy had a magic hand!
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You personify generosity in our blogging community, Diana! Bully for you!
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Goodness, Sean. I feel like the Recipient of generosity! I had a great tour and couldn’t have done that without this community. So many people reblogged, shared, read, and reviewed. I’m paying it back and paying it forward. And its easy to do. Thanks for stopping by and have a great Friday and weekend. 🙂
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What a great poest Diana. Loved hearing your description and seeing your pictures. Congratulations to Miriam and good luck on all of the reading… so cool of you!!! ❤️ cindy
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Oh dear. Another comment in Spam. Thank you so much for visiting and commenting, Cindy. Miriam’s trailer is done and we’ll be sharing it in a couple of weeks. It was pure joy to pull it together for her. Happy Weekend!
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I tell you.. W.P. you are so welcome. Oh I can’t wait to see it and glad you had fun and shis is happy! You have a great weekend too! ❤️
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Congrats to Miriam! Her book trailer is bound to be a lovely as her poetry in Songs of the Heartstrings! ❤ You've had an amazing tour with Liars and Thieves, dear Diana… Congrats to you all around–book and beautiful trailer you designed for it! ❤ xo
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Thanks so much for being a part of the tour, Bette, and for all your kind comments. I’m so looking forward to working on Miriam’s trailer. A fun thing to fiddle with in the evenings. Have a wonderful Friday and weekend!
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You have a wonderful weekend too, Diana! Let me know if you’re getting into book trailers for fun and profit. I would love to have one for Amazing Matilda! Take care, stay safe and well! ❤ xo
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What a sweet comment, Bette. Miriam’s will be the first I’ve done for someone else, and I’m curious to see how the collaborative process goes. I’m not sure what’s ahead for me other than a season of rest and reading. Who knows after that! 🙂 ❤
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Thank you so much, Bette. I’m grateful for your help with Songs of Heartstrings. I know Diana will make it more lovely. ❤ I love the trailer of Liars and Thieves. ❤
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Here’s hoping the series goes on to continued sales with captivated readers!
Is that 60 books in a season meant to be 3 months? 5 books a week?
It’s definitely possible, especially if the telly’s off (such terrible stuff on there, anyway).
Good luck, but I know it will do well.
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Yes. 5 a week. I think I can do that, and if I can’t, oh well. It will still me more than I usually read. 🙂 I’m hoping to double-dip and get some much needed exercise while I read. Thanks so much fore being a part of the tour. Happy Writing!
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Congratulations to Miriam. I’m sure the trailer will be amazing.
You have given yourself quite a challenge. 60 books in a season? Wow. Good luck with it. Chill!
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I’m so excited to make the trailer for Miriam. Though it might cut into my reading challenge. Ha ha. Reading will be fun – like forcing myself to take a daily massage or something. Thanks so much for the visit and Happy Writing!
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I’m almost ready for you, Diana. Thank you so much.
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No rush, Miriam. I did some work on it already. And can’t wait to start pulling it together. I’ll send you an email later today. ❤
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Sure, Diana. It took me longer to pick the music. I’m off to go to a women’s coffee. Will be back in an hour. ❤
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Thank you so much, V.M. I’m so excited for the trailer.
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Congratulations Diana, the tour has been great fun and what a lovely gesture of lucky draw! Congratulations to Miriam, she is an awesome supporter. Happy reading dear friend. You need some relaxation.
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Thanks for the visit, Balroop, and for stopping by along the tour. I’m excited to make a trailer for Miriam. The first that I’ve tried to make for someone else. 🙂 My reading challenge will actually be very relaxing and I’m already enjoying it. Have a wonderful afternoon, my friend. ❤
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I agree with you on all counts, Balroop. Diana must relax for a while after the exciting tour. It was a lovely gesture from Diana. I look forward to her creation of the trailer.
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That’s a great way to do your reading – I’ll have to try it!
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I figured out how to get my cell phone to read to me, Meg. At first, the monotone voice was awful, but I did get used to it. I have so many kindle books that I can listen too while walking (or jogging). Sometimes I’ll even exercise longer to finish a chapter…. and that’s a miracle. Lol. Thanks for the visit and Happy Reading!
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Wow, Diana, that’s great news you got the cell phone to read to you. Perhaps you can give me some tips. My kindle books are spilling.
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I’d be happy to, Miriam. While running errands yesterday, I “read” for 3 hours. 🙂
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That’s great, Diana! I have Google phone. I hope to get it reading to me. 🙂
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You have such a huge heart, Diana. I wish you a fabulous time reading all of those books. Yes, turn off that TV. 😉
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The TV is awful. Last night I watched the news for 15 minutes and couldn’t fall asleep until 2 am. It breaks my heart to see what’s happening to my country. The only good thing about the lack of sleep is that I finished reading another book! Lo.l Thanks for the visit. Be well, my friend.
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Diana, that’s a terrific idea. I can’t wait to see the trailer. Congrats to Miriam — she’s a gem.
The tour was amazing. Kudos, my friend. Hugs on the wing.
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Thanks, Teagan. The tour was fun, but I’m so glad it’s over. Lol. Miriam is a gem for sure and I’m excited about the project. As well as the reading challenge! I hope you have a cooperative internet and beautiful day. ❤
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Haha. It will be a beautiful day at least. Thankfully we haven’t been impacted by the smoke. I’m emailing you in a sec.
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That’s a terrific idea, Teagan. I’m so excited about the trailer.
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A great time was had by all Diana and having read the book I am sure that you have made many readers very happy.. Congratulations to Miriam and looking forward to book two…♥♥
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Thanks so much for helping to spread the word, Sally, and for your lovely review! The tour was loads of fun and now I’m off on a new adventure – pulling together Miriam’s trailer and reading up a storm. Have a lovely day, my friend. Hugs.
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You too Diana… mine heading towards evening so will leave you in charge…xxx♥
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Thank you, Sally. The tour was lovely and fun, so was the book. I stayed up for two nights wanting to finish reading Liars and Thieves. ❤ ❤
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Fantastic read and looking forward to book two soon..♥♥
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Me too, Sally. ❤ ❤
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I’m sorry I wasn’t able to participate in the launch but I’ve read some other friends’ posts and I’m glad it went so well!
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Thanks so much for the visit, and no problem. I had tons of help and had trouble keeping up as it was! Great fun though, and I learned a lot about what works and what doesn’t. Have a great day and keep smiling. 🙂
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I am so pleased that Miriam won, Diana, such a lovely person. I look forward to seeing the video you two create.
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Thanks, Robbie. It’s the first trailer I’ve tried to make for someone else, so I’m curious too! It should be fun. Thanks for all your support and for stopping by today. Happy Writing.
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I think should make a business to produce trailers, Robbie! I’m super excited she’ll do one for me.
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I look forward to seeing it, Miriam.
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I hope your Liars & Thieves soars high, far and wide, Diana. I will get through my TBR hill. Congratulations to lovely Miriam. ❤
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Hi Jane, I just found you in Spam! So sorry for the long delay in replying. Thanks you for the wonderful wish. I know how those TBR hills go. Lol. Happy Reading. ❤
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I am chuckling, Diana, over spam (thank you for rescuing me) and for the image of a TBR hill. Much love flowing to you. ❤
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Congratulations to dear Miriam and to you too dear Diana. All the best of luck for all your books. Thanks for the beautiful review
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Thanks for the visit, Kamal. I’m definitely excited about Miriam’s trailer. This will be my first attempt at making one for someone else. 🙂 And thanks for the luck on my reading challenge! I’ll need it! Have a wonderful day. ❤
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You are always welcome dear Diana. Always there for you. Love and light, Diana 💓💓💓💓
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Thank you, Kamal for your kind words. The tour was fun and lovely. I can hardly wait for Diana’s book 2.
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You are welcome Miriam.
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Kudos on your book tour and successful book launch Diana. And congratulations to Miriam. Enjoy your reading marathon!
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Thanks, Brad. It was so busy! I’m taking a huge breath and getting ready for my reading adventure (with a sprinkling of blogging). Happy Autumn! I hope you enjoy the cooling weather and look forward to your photos and reflections. ❤
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Thanks. 🙏
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Thank you, Brad. I’m happy for Diana’s successful book lunch and the attention given to Diana and her book.
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You’re a gracious host Miriam.
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I appreciated your comment, Brad.
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Yes, please be safe on that treadmill, Diana! I did my poor treadmill in this week. Thankfully, I didn’t fly off when it stopped working. 😦 Thanks for the terrific post! Liars and Thieves deserves great recognition. Congratulations to Miriam!
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Thanks for the lovely comment, Jill. I’m sorry to hear about your treadmill. Oh no. My poor machine has been neglected for months. I’ve been sitting and sitting which is terribly unhealthy, so the reading challenge will be huge for my health and well-being. Have an amazing day and stay tuned for Miriam’s trailer. 🙂 Happy Reading.
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Oh, sorry to hear what happened to your treadmill, Jill. Good thing you were okay. I’m so thrill for the surprised present from Diana.
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What a great post, Diana! I really enjoyed following your tour, and I’m looking forward to reading Liars and Thieves (I’m getting closer on the mountain that is my TBR)!
Congratulations to Miriam. I’m sure her. book trailer will be wonderful.
As for reading 60 books in a single season–WOW! My Goodreads challenge is to read 70 books in an entire year. I’m mind boggled at what you’re undertaking, but I wish you HAPPY READING!
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Thanks, Mae. I don’t know if I’ll make it, but self-imposed challenges do seem to motivate me. I finished McDoogal on the last day of summer so it doesn’t count toward my 60, Darn. But I have Murder They Wrote on the list! Have a great day and Happy Reading.
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I just saw your review for McDoogal on Amazon. Thank you, Diana! I’m honored that my quirky little tale closed out summer for you. And I’m going to be cheering you on with your autumn challenge. It is certainly a great season for curling up inside and reading!
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You’re welcome. I was so looking forward to a quick light read, and it fit the bill. 🙂
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🙂
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I’ll be posting the review on my blog at the end of this month with a few other September reads 🙂
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I’ll be looking forward to all of your reviews!
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I agree with you, Mae. My Goodreads challenge is 50 books this year. Diana’s 60 book in a season is amazing. My daughter is a speed reader. She could read a book a day.
I know the trailer will be wonderful and look very much forward to it.
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Good luck! That’s a lot of books (and from me that’s saying something). Happy reading!
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I don’t know if I’ll make it, Tessa, but I’m going to try. Some of the books I picked up are actually short stories and novellas, so that helps. I might have to throw in a few picture books with the grandson. Lol. Thanks for the visit! Happy Reading!
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Congratulations, Miriam! And congratulations to you too, Diana. The Liars blog tour was a heck of a lot of fun. Only question is…what are you going to do celebrate book 2? -nudge nudge wink wink-
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Book 2 will get a BTW post. Lol. I suppose that’s one downside of releasing them so close together… tour fatigue. 🙂 Plus, now I have all that reading to do! Thanks for the visit and the congrats. Have a great day, my friend. ❤
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Oh…surely we can do a bit better than that? -hugs-
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I’m not sure I have the energy! But I’ll try dress it up a little for you. Lol
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At this point I’m just itching to get my hands on it, but yes, a little something would be nice :p
Oh! How about a new trailer? Those of us on Twitter could tweet about it for you?
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Lol. I have Miriam’s trailer to do. And just picked up a 350 page beta read. And there’s my reading challenge… oops on that one (slaps forehead.) But I’ll think of something fun. 😀
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-giggles- you’d better :p Let me know if there’s anything I can do to help.
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You’re an angel. ❤
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Nah…I have horns, they’re just hidden under my hat! lol
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Haha, nudge from me for book 2 also. Thank you for the congrats.
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lol – High Five! I’m so glad we don’t have to wait a year or more. 🙂
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I know. It’s a good idea to release all 3 of the series at the same period of time. 🙂
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Totally agree. That’s one of the nicest things about being Indie – we can give readers what they want because we’re not tied to antiquated, corporate schedules.
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Exactly, it takes a year to go through the commotion to get one book published.
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I’ve never been traditionally published, but I follow Kristine Katherine Rusch and have learned something about traditional publishing through her. Apparently, Covid-19 has amplified the existing problems, such as long lead times. 😦
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That’s interesting! I’ll tell ya, those traditional publishers make it hard to do business with them.
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You were traditionally published too, weren’t you? Sorry to ask but I’ve only known your work as an Indie.
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I was for my first 6 books. I cancelled all the contracts when they were up and republished as an indie. A decision I’ve never regretted. 😀
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I’m so glad you went Indie. Must have been hard making that decision though. -hugs-
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Not hard at all really. I was desperate to have some control – to improve covers, promote, fix typos – I couldn’t do any of that when a publisher controlled the strings.
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Well, I’m glad you did. I need to be in control too, but I think the creative freedom is important too. I have a friend who’s traditionally published, and she once let slip the her publisher wouldn’t ‘let’ her do something. Can’t remember what it was, but it was part of the /storytelling/. She’s now gone hybrid. Anyway, must go to bed. I have a book waiting. 🙂
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Sweet dreams!
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lol – I simply can’t decide who I like more – Naj or Tallin! And yes, I did sleep well, just not enough. Our clocks ticked over to daylight savings last night. I do not understand why we have to go through this yearly torture. 😦
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Oh, I agree. The time change is so aggravating. I don’t know why we have to do it either. But I’m giggling that you stayed up late. 😀
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Yes, you’re evil. :p I’d like to tell you what I’m up to but that probably counts as a spoiler so just…I feel really sorry for Naj. 😦
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Hee hee. Just you wait!
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lmao – you really /are/ evil! I need my beauty sleep you know. 😉
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Congratulations to the winner and happy reading!
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Thanks so much for the visit, Laurie. I had a lovely tour and look forward to some restful reading time as well as come creative play with Miriam’s trailer. Happy Autumn to you!
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Thank you so much, Laurie.
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Diana, you are great. It was a real pleasure to host you.
Sending love
Gabriela
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Thank you so much, Gabriela, for taking part and sharing your blog. I had a great time and am just basking in the glow now that it’s over. Have a beautiful, happy, healthy day. 🙂 ❤
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May all stars shine upon you Diana ❤️❤️❤️
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