Dear Reader,
It’s time for the “Dog Days” of summer. I always thought they were called that because the dogs would look for shade and pant their way through the month. But that’s not correct. The term actually started over a thousand years ago when the Greeks discovered Sirius known as The Dog Star. Sirius appears in the night sky in August, hence “Dog Days.” Who knew? The Greeks I suppose.
Talk about a hot summer! The heat, the rain, the flooding. If you see four men riding on horses (Red, Black, Pale, White) hitch up your pants and run like the wind! But seriously, there is a lot of energy swirling around us. My heart goes out to anyone who has been impacted by the wrath of mother nature, and human dastardly deeds.
Do you ever feel like you are in the spin cycle of the washing machine? Hang on, my friends. Think good, calm, cool thoughts. People can be bursts of energy, so let’s focus it on good stuff. I know it can be difficult to find good stuff when you’re dealing with a boatload of chaos, loss, stress, and strife. You name it. But there is always something to smile about. Sometimes you have to look in the most unlikely places. Where? Your friends — I know you’ve got at least one or two — your pets, your family. I try to look at life like I’m watching television. If I don’t like what’s on, I change the channel until I find something amusing, engaging, or entertaining. I suppose that’s why people have hobbies. They are a distraction and hopefully satisfying. Me? I enjoy diddling in the garden when it’s not 100ᴼ. I think I’m giving up on vegetables. But the biggest joy is my pets. (Don’t tell my kids, or the grandkids. LOL.)
On to some book news! I am very pleased to announce that THE WILD SIDE is #7 on The NEW YORK TIMES Best Seller List! My deepest appreciation to my fans!
I’m also very excited to announce a new series which will begin on August 26 with the publication of SMUGGLER’S COVE, a new hardcover set in the summer at the Jersey Shore, but it will not be anything like that dreadful reality show. Dang if those nincompoops didn’t give such a beautiful area such a horrible reputation. Trust me. SMUGGLER’S COVE is rich in history, wrapped in a mystery, with enough people to champion, and a few to despise. 😉
I am also thrilled to tell you that WOMENS WORLD will be featuring an interview with me and a few tidbits of SMUGGLER’S COVE. The magazine is scheduled to be on the shelves and on-line August 25th. So keep an eye out when you’re at the grocery store.
GOOD READS is also doing a promotion for SMUGGLER’S COVE and SANTA’S HOLIDAY SPECTACULAR. They are giving away 100 copies of each of them so check my FB page for more details.
My contest for this month are signed copies! First prize – Smugglers Cove and No Way Out – New trade paperback edition. Second & Third Prize – Smugglers Cove.
All the best,
Fern