Dear friends and Readers, as the Victorian Christmas of 2021 draws nearer,
I want to take this moment to send my thanks for the goodwill and holiday
cheer we here in Myrtle’s world have felt from all corners of the globe
this year.
This has been a year beyond what I could have imagined when I first began
writing about my twelve-year-old Victorian sleuth and her opinionated cat,
and I am amazed and astonished by the reception my (not so) fictional alter
ego has received.
From awards and accolades, to the fellow authors I’ve had the chance to
chat with on panels and virtual visits this year, to the notes from fans,
to the support of librarians and booksellers who are out there every day
putting wonderful books into the hands of kids (young and old) looking for
that next great read… 2021 has been an author’s dream come true.
Real life Gilded Slipper lilies!
The Stansberry Pie made by Alysha Welliver from Best of Books in Edmond, OK!
A cosplaying Author Auntie fantasy brought to life: my niece Irene dressed
as Myrtle for Halloween! (Twin sister Tavie is a Dementor.)
Myrtle’s first in-person event: Planet Comicon Kansas City in August! (Note
baby Elora Danan from “Willow” waiting to get her book signed.)
Impressive stacks of books
Riding high from Myrtle excitement in my 1890s cycling togs!
The arrival of a certain Auspicious Personage
A Holiday Tableau to celebrate the release of *Cold-Blooded Myrtle*
Here’s wishing you and yours a very festive holiday season, a bright and
promising new year, and happy reading!
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