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Sick Hate Release
Sick Hate Giveaway
Savage Rage of Fallen Gods
Signed Book Order Form
What’s Next!
What’s Next AFTER What’s Next!
What I’m Working on Now
Summer Farm Vids from Instagram
The big news this week is the release of SICK HATE. I’m so excited to release this book into the world – it’s filled with some of my favorite characters and the audiobook is beyond amazing featuring FIVE narrators! Eric Nolan as Eason, Samantha Summers as Irina, Rupert Channing as Maart, Samantha Cook as Beth, and Troy Duran comes back as the voice of Cort and other side characters.
I’m totally in love with it and he’s what everyone’s been saying so far:
This is the second book in the Sick World Series and while it is a standalone story, it should be read after Sick Heart. It’s a very different book than Sick Heart (do what you will with that!)
Irina and Eason are our new couple – this book takes place seven years after Sick Heart so Irina is 20 now and her life has changed in many ways. Much like Sick Heart, Sick Hate is a sweet love story within a background of evil.
You can get it here (Read FREE in Kindle Unlimited if you want)
And you can pick up the BEYOND AMAZING audiobook here.
To further celebrate the release, I have a GREAT GIVEAWAY for you guys. All you have to do to enter is LEAVE A COMMENT BELOW ON THIS BLOG POST.
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ANSWER THIS QUESTION IN THE COMMENTS BELOW:
It’s already the middle of September and this year is just about over.
So tell me something good about your year so far.
My year has been pretty chill. I have written a LOT of words! Now that Sick Hate is out, I still have TWO completely finished books ready for release right now—but I’m holding them until 2024 for a whole list of various reasons, none of them particularly interesting, just business decisions.
My 2023 Releases are:
Blood Lovers
(American Vampires)
The Circle
(With Johnathan McClain)
The Ro Bro
(With Johnathan McClain)
The Savage Rage of Fallen Gods
(Monsters of St. Mark’s Spin-off Series)
Sick Hate
(Sick World)
But honestly, the best thing about my year so far is getting to ride the horse (Moju, if you’re not keeping up on the socials). He’s really coming along as a trail horse and I rode quite a bit this spring and summer. The baby goats in May were a complete delight too! They grew up (as babies do) and went home with my friends/book signing assistants, Tim and Nicole Alexander to live on their farm in Kansas.
The garden got ruined by a huge storm that blew through in June while I was away at Book Bonanza, so that was a disappointment. But whatever. Shit happens, right. The sunflowers made it, the potatoes made it (which we ate! While Tim and Nicole were here picking up goats, actually!) and there is one pumpkin out on the vine still. A bunch of tomatoes actually recovered, but too late. They will never ripen as it is getting cold quick here.
Anyway, that’s my 2023 report so far. How about you? Tell me something good…
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DARK Romantasy
Touch her and die
Spicy Frenemies
He falls first
Only soft for her
Angsty and Heart breaking
Ancient Gods and Monsters
Portal Magic
I never did make a blog post about THE SAVAGE RAGE OF FALLEN GODS so I might as well put all the details here! The audiobook is also AMAZING and features Tad Branson (Johnathan!) and Molly Glenmore. It’s a dual narration, not a duet, but I loved it!
DESCRIPTION
Welcome to Savage Falls, where the men have horns, doors have agendas, and the God of Love will never fall in love. Hate is his soulmate. His soulmate is hate.
Love. When mutual, it’s Heaven on Earth. When one-sided, it can tear you apart.
There is no greater weapon than the heartsick soul. That is the power I wield, for I am the God of Love. No one has power like me. No one can poison a heart and pollute a mind the way I can. That is why the gods kicked me out. That is why they made me fall.
But then a door appears on the side of my hill. The opportunity to ruin kings and destroy gods is mine once more. I can crush the whole wicked world if I can just get back the power I lost.
But this magic of mine requires sacrifice.
And now, I have to decide… am I willing to pay the price?
Savage Rage of Fallen Gods is a story of a broken man. It is a tale of regret, promises, and how revenge can darken a god’s soul. It is a new start of a spinoff series by New York Times bestselling author, JA Huss, writing as KC Cross
NARRATED BY: Tad Branson, Molly Glenmore
I AM HAPPY TO REPORT that the signed book order form will be going up this weekend! I don’t have it ready quite yet, but it will be live on Sunday.
If you’re new to this, it’s just a way to order signed books without having to attend a book signing. PLEASE BE AWARE that IT IS A PRE-ORDER. The order form is open for about 4 weeks. I order all the books at once (it takes about 3-4 weeks to get them in) and then I sign and pack them.
Packing and shipping is a MASSIVE operation. I have written a fuck-ton of books and almost all of them are on this form. Every order has a different combination of books and some people order 30 or 40 books at once. (Oh yes, they really do!) So this packing thing is a BIG, HUGE deal and takes some time.
But hopefully you can expect them to be delivered approximately in early December.
I say “approximately” because let’s face it, the world is crazy. One cannot simply assume it won’t flip out on us and ruin all our plans. But barring some world-wide fuckery, US orders should arrive before Christmas.
I can’t guarantee arrival time for international orders. Every country is different and some are speedy while others are not. But they will be SHIPPED at the same time as the US orders.
Please also be aware that INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING COSTS WILL MAKE YOU CRY. I have no control over that, I’m sorry. I ship flat-rate priority mail only so it’s all tracked and it just costs a fortune.
While you’re waiting for the official form to go live, you can download this checklist here to keep track of which signed books you already have, and which ones you still want.
JUST RIGHT-CLICK THE IMAGE BELOW, SAVE IT, AND THEN PRINT IT OUT OR USE ON YOUR TABLET.
I have two books completed that have not released yet. The first is BLOOD BROTHERS – Book 2 in the American Vampires series. That will probably release in January of 2024.
The second book is a contemporary romance – book 1 of a brand-new trilogy. But I’m holding that one off until I finish books 2 and 3 so i can do a rapid release of all three of them. So that will be in 2024 as well.
The Blood Brothers audiobook is still in final editing but I will have a bunch of teasers for that soon! It should be back to me in about a month.
The new Book 1 audiobook is also 100% complete and I have those final files already. You can expect some cover reveals and audiobook teasers coming soon as well.
My WORK-IN-PROGRESS right now is a dark fantasy. I came up with this story last spring, I think. And I was so intrigued by it that it just kinda took over all the space in my brain. Even though this one is not even finished yet it will probably release after Blood Brothers and BEFORE the new book 1 series.
This is a standalone dark romantasy with some pretty cool twists. I just sent in my request for narrators to give myself a deadline so I know for sure it will be done and on it’s way to audiobook production by November 20th or so.
I will be in Vegas for the 20Books Author Conference from November 5-10. This is not for fans, just authors. And I’m gonna hang out with the #manfriends, Terry Schott and Shawn Inmon. Not really a work-in-progress update, but it will take a week off of writing, so it actually does affect this book I’m writing. I work best on deadlines. I work my very, VERY best on tight deadlines. I don’t know why–and I actually hate the stress of tight deadlines–but this Vegas trip will be the absolute TIGHT DEADLINE to get the book off to my editor before I leave for the trip.
Like the other two books mentioned above, I will have a LOT more to say about this book, the cover, and all the other stuff coming soon!
Another thing I should tell you is that I WILL NOT BE SIGNING AT BOOK BONANZA IN 2024. I’ve done the signing 3x now–all of them were fantastic! But I don’t get a lot of opportunities to walk away from my farm for a week at a time and next year I want to do something new.
So I WILL BE SIGNING AT DARK STAR CON in New Orleans! All the information can be found HERE if you’d like to come out for this first-ever spectacular celebration of authors and AUDIOBOOKS! That’s right, it’s a book signing with audiobooks as the star of the show! I can’t wait – I think it’s going to be AMAZING!
Tickets are on sale now so GO HERE to get all the info!
I haven’t updated the Farm Pics on the website lately because I HAVE BEEN POSTING (almost daily) farm updates over on Instagram. If you want to see all the vids just click HERE and it will take you do my summer highlight reel.
Follow me on INSTAGRAM to see ALL my Farm Updated on the daily!
Well, that’s it for now. I will have more updates on the Signed Book Order Form on SUNDAY!
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341 Responses
A highlight for me this year was being able to spend so much time with friends and family.
I reunited with my German exchange student friend from 40 years ago and we have emailed daily ever since. It warms my heart and is like those 40 years are no obstacle
I became a certified crystal practitioner.
The highlight of my year so far has been starting a business. It has been slow going so far, but it has a lot of potential and I’m determined to make it a success!
I have sewn more clothes this year.
Had a rough year. In May my husband passed away. Before that we adopted a mini dachshund Winston. I’m grateful I have him he has kept me sane
What is good about 2023 is the fact that my husband and I finally realize that we belong back in the Northeast, so we’re hoping to move to New Hampshire before the snow starts falling.
Congrats on Sick Hate! It was amazing. 2023 has been pretty darned good. Some travels and signings (Banff/Cleveland/Louisville).
My year so far has been good and bad. Good is that I get to meet my HS best friend. We haven’t seen each other for 30 years. Bad part is that I got Covid and was sick for more then 2 weeks. But all and all I am bless.
2023 so far for me has been ok. Lost 2 brother in laws back in June and celebrated my son’s 11th birthday the same month. Hubby and I celebrated our 13th wedding anniversary this year while my parents celebrated 41 years of marriage. This month my oldest turned 13. Between school and doctors appointments it’s been a busy year.
My year hasn’t been too bad. The best part was watching my oldest daughter graduate in June and then get accepted to her top choice university and moving her in to start college in August.
2023 for me has been a true mix; lost my best friend in August, then his father died two weeks later, so that’s been tough to deal with. on the positive side, some health issues I’ve been dealing with have improved recently. Very grateful for small things. <3
Something good about my year is that I’ve been back in school since January for a 2nd career (no, school isn’t the 2nd career, technical writing is), and it’s going well. I love it.
Julie, you’re the best to your readers. I have Sick Hate in my Audible library and hopefully soon will be listening. Can’t wait.
OMG 😳. This year has gone by too fast. So, to sum up the best part of 2023. My oldest son made me a nana. I get to spoil a lil granddaughter.
Although I’m 1,700 miles away he sends pics or videos almost every day and we video call once a week.
The highlight of my year was talking my son to his first concert. We went to Nashville so we could see Ed Sheeran at Nissan Stadium. He is literally a one man show. By far the best concert I have ever been to. Getting to share it together was a once in a lifetime opportunity.
2023 has been going great so far. I managed to bag myself a ticked to see Taylor Swift next year as well as The Jonas Brothers. I also got my very first passport at the age of 34.. 🤦🏼♀️😂
Bring on Autumn and Christmas. ❤️❤️
Got a new svu
My youngest son just started high school so the summer was pretty low key, but now fall soccer has started. I love watching him play, and I don’t think we’ll have to travel for the holidays so that will be nice!
My 2023 has been great so far. We spent two months cruising Iceland and Norway, then arrived home to a hurricane headed our way and at the last moment it veered north just enough to miss us…thank goodness!!!
All gave me time to read.
My youngest son got engaged in June! We are over the moon. We also got our deck redone and part of it is screened in. Been trying to get this done for a few years now.
I had my 50th birthday celebration last Saturday and I just had an absolute blast! We danced till 4 in the morning with the closest friends after family members had left and just had really good time! Other than that it’s been a pretty good year otherwise too.
A new granddaughter joined the family this year and my daughter-in-law is in much better health now
2023 has been a pretty good year. My Grands came to visit 3 times, and I went up to them once. Just celebrated My Dads 98th birthday. Love that everyone comes in for 2 weeks from all over the country to celebrate with him. But the BEST news I got this year was finally after 10 years of being in pain and all the Drs saying they could find anything wrong. I had a new Dr tell me my knee replacement was done wrong and the part was too big. And thats why I have been in so much pain.
I love watching the Animals and yourself on the ranch. I hope you get to enjoy them and get some “you” time before the New Year. Love 😍 your books. ❤️❤️❤️
Something good but hasn’t happened yet. My middle daughter is getting married in November. We’ll be flying to New Orleans a month before to help prepare her house for the festivities. Looking forward also to spending Halloween in New Orleans.
I guess the good for this year has been Sick Hate Release!! Books make me happy and that has been my favorite one this year ❤️
The good times for me this year is that my husband and I are still kickin! I’m 68 he’s 65. We get along well both are retired, take care of our 25 cats and just enjoy life. My favorite pastime is reading these awesome dark romance stories!! I have been able to spend time with my older sisters and my girlfriends. So far it’s been a good year!!
My year has been a struggle but we finally got our new cabinets replaced from last years hurricane flood damage! Its a beautiful redone kitchen and im so happy! And my family is going on our 1st vacation in more than 5 years. We are going to Tennessee and stay in a cabin and see so many things in October yay
I have spent lots of time with my grandchildren this year. It has been wonderful!!!
I finished writing a contemporary romance novel I started Aug 2016!
I Stood on the Corner of Winslow, Arizona and I saw the Grand Canyon!
Reunions! Went to my high school reunion. Also met up with my former work colleagues. It was just nice catching up and seeing old friends.
We found out we are going to be grandparents again in February to a little boy this time!!
My husband and I just celebrated 20 years married and our son just started his senior year of high school. If you know our son and his heart journey, this is quite emotional for me.
Well, my year has been a little rough but I have read some great books. I’ve fallen in love with a vampire, tripped around with gods, solved some twisty mysteries, and even been to outer space. Happy days!
It’s been lovely just spending time with family and my husband and I will be celebrating our 25th wedding anniversary in December
My daughter is now working her dream job, just as I retire. Both very happy.
I started my first full time job this year.
The best part of my year is finally getting a correct medical diagnosis and some medication that helps a bit. It’s been years of wrong diagnoses and pain so it’s a really big win for me!
I went to Pittsburgh in July with three friends to see Ed Sheeran. It was an amazing concert, and it was so great to be a part of thousands of people. I missed concerts during the Covid crap. I live in a very rural area, and it was an exciting cultural shock being back in a city. I still haven’t been back to NYC for a couple Broadway plays, but maybe next year. I do love the hills around me, but I need to get out and see different people and scenery.
Spending more time with my family especially my two grandsons. Being able to work from home is an extra bonus.
Well my 4th grandbaby was born in March! I’ve gone camping a few times. And work and audiobooks…
The best part of the year is that I got a new nephew! Since my brother lives close by we’ve been having tons of family time & I love getting to spend time with my nieces/nephew & the rest of my siblings ❤
It’s been a good summer. New to us town, older but ok home, good life, Nice big garden, apple and pear trees, friends, groups. A little downside, returning to work after 2yrs retirement, but will have a 2 yrs back wages for wrongful termination, so will definitely be lemonaid from this lemon!
I finally met my unicorn author JR Ward at Readers On The River last weekend.
I have been beyond blessed this year! I have been able to travel multiple times and marking so many things off my bucket list. I’ve done solo trips, friend trips and even family trips. It has been a year of self discovery and healing.
The only thing I can think of is that the best part of the year so far is that I am getting through it.
Honestly its been a really tough year for me with my health and its an ongoing struggle to keep going.So I am taking things day by day the only thing I look forward to is reading and listening to audiobooks.
Thats kind of sad isn’t it..lol…Looking forward to listening to sick heart eventually.
Thankyou so much for the giveaway. Xxxx
Something good about my year so far is that my hubby booked a trip for us to the Sandals Grenada Resort for February of next year. I’ve never traveled out of the country or had a passport and now I have a passport and will finally get travel out of the country!!!
planted flowers in farden
The best thing about 2023 is that my amazing daughter passed the NCLEX and is an RN. We are so incredibly proud of her and excited for her to start her career. We had a difficult summer with our 16 year old Siamese cat crossing the rainbow bridge, so the passing of the NCLEX was a great way for us to feel a bit better.
Thank you for the opportunity!
I’ve had a lot of self-discovery, inward growth, self-realization, shifts, manifestations, and mind-blowing downloads this year. #hackingintothematrix 🙃
I’m not entering because I don’t really have a good thing to say. I didn’t have anything bad happen. Just nothing good.
But I am writing because I am super excited about the releases next year!! You know I love the vampire world, and a new dark fantasy is right up my alley! And the new trilogy is awesome too!!! I always get excited about new books. Maybe that’s my good thing. I’m the arc helper and I had so many good books this year!!
Something good about this year so far is that I have been lucky to spend the summer months being super busy with my 2 year old! This has allowed me to enjoy the terrible twos and grow my to be read list (kinda, sorta… ok maybe I stayed up a little late and pushed back on keeping house to read a couple of JA Huss/Johnathan McClain books. But I really do have 2 books still to be read!)
Regardless, I have really enjoyed time with my kid and am almost at the finish line of buying a new-to-me mom mobile and I’m super excited for all the reading I have ahead of me and all the roadtrips that will no longer need 2 vehicles!
Overall this has been a pretty good year. I recovered enough from last summer’s vacation injury, and subsequent surgery, to hike with the family in Utah and I got to see some amazing concerts with my very tolerant husband. But I think the best thing this year was finally getting to take my mom from Iowa to visit our daughter at college in Colorado for the first time, even though it’s her senior year now. Between the world shutting down and some big health issues for my mom, she just wasn’t able to travel, and really wanted to see where her first grandchild was living. It meant the world to all of us to make those memories together.
I had commented, but it didn’t show up, so I’m doing it again. 😊 This year has been amazing for my path of self-discovery, self-realization, getting rid of old programs, controlling the ego-mind, manifestation, downloads, and mind-blowing discoveries.
This year has been a tough one. Loved one relapsing many times, mom hospitalized six times, 2 relatives dying within two weeks from each other, I’m just hoping it’s going to get better 🙏🏻
But, I’m optimistic and trying to be positive because life is worth living and enjoying each day is all I can ask for 🫶.
Thank you for this opportunity ❤️
Vacationed with the family this summer. Keeping my grandkids (2 and 4) and taking and picking up the 4 year old from preschool. Lots of grandma time!!
A highlight for me this year was spending time with family.
I finally get to show my kids that hard work pays off and you are never to old to complete school. I’m entering my senior year of college as my oldest is entering his senior year of High School.
I retired last Spring from school secretary of 28 years!
Plenty of reading time but especially love listening on Audible while crafting! Keep bringing the yummy reads!
The best part of my year so far was when my oldest graduated from college. We are so excited to see what her future holds!
All the things we’ve done as a family…and, my husband and I just took a trip to see my DUDES the Kansas City Chiefs play our hometown Lions in KC. My dudes lost but, the Lions win so, it could have been worse and, I cheered for both teams (I can’t NOT cheer for the Lions…I only lost my mind for the Chiefs, though, ha!). It was an amazing experience!
I always enjoy your farm pics/videos so, keep ‘em coming!
The best thing this year, was finding out that my toddler wont lose his eyes, or his sight after getting chemical burns in both eyes. He saw me cleaning the carpets, and snuck into the bathroom later on, and got a totally different bottle of cleaner, and pretty much took a bath in it. He had to be transferred to a special children’s hospital in Florida (we live in Georgia) to get treated because his eyes was so bad. They wanted to fly him down, instead of have us in an ambulance that would take 2 hours to get us there, but the weather wouldnt allow them to fly us down We was told that he could lose his sight, but by some luck, he hasn’t. His eyeballs kept their shape too. The specialist that saw and treated him, said that she didnt understand how things was so good with him and his eyes, she was really expecting something worse. She said more than once that it’s like he won the medical lottery with this. Shes even called several times since seeing him, just to check up on him. I’ve never had a doctor ever call just to check in, and it’s not a nurse calling, it’s the actual doctor. So yeah, that’s the best thing this year.
I love how interactive you are with your fans! This year I have made an effort to take care of myself. Dr appointments, working out regularly and making many changes. I usually pour into my fam and never leave anything for self care. So this year I’m working on me.
I’ve been on several motorcycle rides this year, including iron butt rides. Those are 1000 mile rides done in less than 24 hrs. Fun times. 🏍
‘2023 New Me’ has been my mantra for this year… In 2022 I retired after 42 years service in the federal government, and I moved to ‘Grown Up Summer Camp’ in coastal South Carolina. I have lost 60 lbs since January 2023… I have improved strength and endurance by working with a trainer, doing exercise classes, and dancing – ballroom and Latin dance is my favorite hobby and I am pretty good at it! I have begun to learn watercolor painting… very challenging and as I learn I feel happy because it confirms that I can still learn new things.
As I write this, I am in Milan, Italy. Two days ago I flew across the pond for the first time… today I take the speed train to Florence… later Cinquaterra, finally a few days in Rome where I will do a dance workshop with Italy’s Dancing With The Stars phenom, Umberto, and I will also do a cooking class…
This trip has been so fun so far… and I will return to Europe for Xmas markets in Budapest and Vienna in December… dancing Viennese Waltz in Vienna on that trip!
2023 has become a huge leaping off point to the rest of my life… I have even had some sweet romance and steamy moments of my own this year.
And BTW… I am listening to Sick Hate which released just in time for my trip!
Thank you for asking me to comment, Julie!!
CONGRATS CHERYL! You are the winner. Emailing you now!
I had a chill summer animal/house sitting, visited family in British Columbia and started my new career as a teacher. (my dream since I was 5)
thanks again Julie
Carrie-Lee Ash
I am getting ready to move to Florida after living in the same studio apartment in New York for over twenty years. Buying a house with my sister and it has a pool and a bedroom with a door.
Well it’s been quite a year busy at work and after a leak (not the highlight lol) I had a new kitchen fitted and I love it. Planning to have the family over for Xmas so looking forward to that.
And of course ordering your books.
Many wonderful things have happened so far this year. The1st one that come’s to mind, was in February being able to (almost) surprise my husband for his 60th BIRTHDAY with going on a cruise (getting him a passport tripped me up) with our best friends from Wisconsin. We moved to Apopka, Florida Nov. 2019 to be near my parents, added bonus being able to get to know to my wonderful sister in law (member of our family 5 years now- the right 1 sometimes takes a long time to find) & reconnect with my favorite brother (I only have 1).
June spending time with our son & meeting his girlfriend’s parents. (!)
A future event (Nov 24) is our upcoming 33rd wedding anniversary. Wow! Great question to make me reflect! I need to go back thru my journal & list out my adventures/activities monthly just to have the extra visual impact!
My year has definitely had its ups and downs. I’m pretty thankful that a health scare turned out for the better and things have been looking up. So great greatful for my family!
So far the year has been pretty chill! Got to see family & friends over summer break. Attended a few outdoor concerts! Got the kids back to school & now I’m looking forward to a couple of girls trips in late Oct & Dec!
2024 has taught me how strong my heart and spirit can be, how even when it seemed I couldn’t take anymore there were deeper depths to pull from. It has also given me a renewed appreciation and understanding of how Blessed I am to have the family and friends that surround me, supporting me, loving me. Little things, big things. All so very special and meaningful. Done for no other reason other than they are exceptional people who truly care about others enough to go out of their way to bring joy.💖💖💖💖
The best part of my year so far was getting to get together and spend some quality time with my two cousins who I had not seen in over 4 years.
The best part of my year, was getting the all by the doctors for my cancer, still got to go back for check ups, but they are positive that it should not come back!!! Also getting my puppy. He’s a Whippet named Tommy!
The best thing that’s happened to me so far this year is getting to spend more time with family. Which to be honest, is the best part of every year for me.
I was able to spend the majority of the summer with my family at our cottage (that my husband built) in the Adirondacks – kayaking, swimming, frog hunting, just soaking up nature:)
Life is filled with good things, but one stand out. We took a cruise with our daughter and family. The two year old was not lost but he did beam someone with cars thrown off the balcony.
I have officially started my dog rescue this year and we saved a momma pit bull and her 8 puppies from the euthanasia list! So far 5 of the 8 puppies have found their forever homes!
This year we were able to take our kids to Disney World. It was fun seeing their faces as we took it all in.
Getting to have more family time
So far year 2023 has been challenging and I am doing my best to take one day at a time. The two best things are I discovered amazing powers of essential oils and became a part of JA Huss ARC team. I loved reading and reviewing every book so far. I love how different each story is and how amazing are the characters.
I’ve had quite a rollercoaster year in all aspects. My father passed thanksgiving last year so I’ve spent several months taking care of all the things estate as well as trying to dig out of the sadness. A year ago my husband and I started home renovations and I am finally finishing decorating my new rooms so that has been an exciting plus! We have a new grandbaby, our first boy!! AND I have read all the new Julie books this year! I’m sort of hungover at the moment from finishing Ro Bro at 2:00 in the am. 😆 Loved it, obviously!! I haven’t had a reading marathon in a little bit. Looking forward to starting Sick Hate this week for sure!
i am grateful that my daughter is doing great her sophmore year in college.
My second born son is going back to grad school and is now living on his own in Boston (30 minutes from home). He needed to branch out a bit since the pandemic had him doing college work then his job out of his bedroom for almost 3 years!! I’m grateful.
After five years, between Covid and job changes, we are finally taking a vacation in October. I’m so excited to finally get away for a couple of days.
I went to Tennessee to visit my Grandpa and other family members and later this year I am going to see the Trans-Siberian Orchestra with my parents and siblings.
I retired last year, and it’s been (almost) a year of endless freeeeeedoommm! Was able to take a two-week vacation to the Cayman islands in the spring–so nice not to worry about work piling up while I was gone. Had a wonderful time with my family.
My little one started Kindergarten so it’s been exciting but also bittersweet.
I opened my own business in January and it’s been a ton of work but I really love it.
One of my favorite things about this year is that I found a ton of new authors that I’m really excited to read.
(Thanks for the chance to win!)
I have been working on my health this year. I have lost 60 lbs since I started this weight loss journey the day after thanksgiving 2022. I’ve been exercising regularly 3-4x a week which is something I’ve never done consistently so I’m pretty proud of myself. I have not been in this size since I was probably 14 and I am now 62. I love reading your books! You are definitely my favorite author of all time! Thanks for giving us all something awesome to read!!
A highlight for me was my two week “staycation” in July. I stayed home, and my girls went up to the upper peninsula in Michigan with my family. I’ve never been away from my girls, so I was a little out of whack. But I spent time with friends and had me time for the first time in years. It was wonderful!
I’m happy to be retired & enjoying that retirement. I’m looking forward to Fall & Winter up to & including New Years, but January, February & March in Canada are not so nice!
I got a promotion this year!
This summer I was finally able to go to the beach and swim after three years. Seeing the sea after so long made me so happy!
My sister and nephew moved back to our home town!
– Betül
Best part of my year was being able to spend my Sunday afternoons with my WOMEN! My best friend women friends and cousins having pool days with food and lots of fun supporting and empowering each other!!! In a time when most families no longer keep in touch I couldn’t be more blessed to be able to do it weekly 🩷🩷🩷
I was able to take 2 trips to my mom’s cabin on Orcas Island(San Juan Islands)WA. this summer. It is on the water and very peaceful.
This year has been tough, but I think the highlight wad my daughter coming home for the summer from college and having all 4 kids under 1 roof again. I was able to enjoy my summer with the kids, which really does make me smile! I am looking forward to listening to more of your books as I have saved some to listen to when I have shoulder surgery in 2 weeks.
The best part of my year has been spending my Sundays with my WOMEN!!! Sundays spent by the pool supporting, empowering and just plain fun with my cousins and friends. In a time when most families no longer spend time together we do!!! I can say I am beyond blessed to have so many amazing women in my life 🩷🩷🩷🩷
My 12th grandchild was born and I retired 🥰
I became a first time grandma on September 25th! 🥰🥰
I was able to travel to Italy and Nashville. Both wonderful and fun trips!
This year my family welcomed a new generation. Fourth generation. This is even more special because we almost lost the great grandma of the newborn. She’s fought for the last two years and is winning against a serious health problem.
She’s alive and now she’s a great grandma! This new little addition is the first boy on our side of the family for 42 years. Incredible, right? I may be biased, but he’s the most adorable little guy I’ve ever seen! Always smiling, always.
We thank God for our blessings this year. 🙏❤
The highlight of my year so far is getting to witness my autistic son graduate from high school and my daughter and her husband bye a home all of there own and spending time with my grandson. Life is short and family is everything.
This year I came to the realization that I have and am enough. I never go hungry and have a roof over my head. I may want more but I do not need anything. The realization makes me happier than I have ever been, and has allowed me to give more to others.
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This year we got to spend more time together as a family.
I had a successful year in the garden, grew enough to donate to the food bank !!
thank you for the giveaway opportunity
I became a first time grandmother this year! I have a beautiful grandson named Alexander.
The highlight of this year has to be being able to spend more time with family since my early retirement late last year. I’m able to help in a jam the ways I was not able to in the past. 💙💙
going out w/family/friends
I’ve seen almost all of my cousins this year (I have more than 30 first cousins), some for the first time in over 20 years.
My son graduated from high school! We honestly worried he never would when we were constantly being called from his school to pick him up due to severe ADHD as a youngster, so we are extremely proud!!!!
Well 2023 has been a pretty good year for me so far. My hubs turned 50 and we had a great vacation in Mexico to celebrate with his whole family. My daughter started middle school, which is a big change with taking a bus now. Lots of camping over the summer months which equals lots of family time!
Dec. 11, 2020, I lost my Mom. She was my person. She was a single mother (like me) until I was 5 so we started out just the 2 of us. She married my dad (he adopted me) and we became a family of 3, and then 4 when my brother was born. I’ve never been close to my dad and my brother is almost 15 years younger than me so losing my Mom felt like I was left all alone. I am still not ok 2.5 years later but I’m trying. I moved in to take care of her in 2016 when she was paralyzed due to hospital error and I took care of her pretty much by myself. I moved back to my house across the road a year later but still took care of her. When the cancer got to the point that there was no more hope in 2020, I moved back in. And I took care of her 24/7 until she left. My Dad wanted me to stay because he’d never been alone so I did but I’ve been miserable. Not having her but living in her house and living with a dad that can barely tolerate me and vise versa. This year, last month as a matter of fact, I bought my first house. By myself. I’ve been there a month on the 19th and I finally feel like maybe I’m healing a little. I still miss her every minute of every day and still feel like I can’t breathe a lot of times but I think my house is helping me heal. That’s all she ever wanted for me was to have my own place that I could call home and I have that finally. So all of that to say, I bought my first house and I’m finally healing a little. I also found a community in this little Huss world that makes me smile every day and a writer than I’m unashamedly obsessed with. So 2023 had been a good year ❤️
All the HUGS Tiffany, but also – SO proud of you, woman. Enjoy your new home! You go!
Tiffany, I am so thrilled for you! Last summer my health took a nosedive, costing me my job, and a few months later my home. A close friend took me in and pretty much supported me while I waited on my disability decision. I was approved in March, and started saving. I moved back home and into my dream apartment.
I discovered my love of audiobooks this year! Sick Heart kept my company all the way to Texas. Awesome!
I got a big promotion at work! It was unexpected and very welcome.
I got a raise! And that’s about it, lol. Thank you for the chance.
My 16 yr. old son and I found a new little coffee shop with the best empanadas I have ever tasted! The coffee is actually darn good as well. We now have a standing date once a month to visit.
The s eat part of the year is seeing my son’s hard work and persistence pay off. He was accepted to one of the Military Service Academies for school and is on their varsity swim team too. Fills a moms heart with pride
I am visiting Europe for the first time. Right now I’m in Spain with my friend of 35 years who I never get to see. Then we are headed to Mallorca, Marseilles, Florence, Rome and Capri 🥰🥰
Loving Sick Hate!!!!
My husband retired this year. Now we are free to go anywhere we want and don’t have to worry about getting up early to go work…
My husband and I had a weekend away this past June. It was great to go away for a couple of days.
I left a job I was desperately unhappy at and published the first book of my duet this week!
I live in the hot desert of Arizona where we had over 55 days of triple digit temperatures. Most of them were above 110 degrees. I survived by staying inside and doing a lot of reading.
My nephew got engaged!
I just got a new job and excited to start something new!
Good things so far this year, I rescued 2 beautiful dogs from Greece, I got my daughter into an amazing SEND school after 5 years of fighting my local council and I received a pair of Bluetooth headphones for my birthday so I can listen to my audiobooks while working 😊
Nooo…the best is yet to come! I HATED summer. Can’t wait for fall to get here! Amazing walks with my dog and warm yummy drinks and cuddly couch tv nights etc 🎃
I’m going to tell you about the most recent one, just the last week: I’ve discovered the band Ghost. 😁💜
Scrolling on TikTok.
And the love was instant. 😁💜 (Oh, the feeling of instant love… The way it happened with you! 😁💜)
Their actual masks rememberd me of The Shape of Water – he”s so beautiful! And the love was instant. 😁💜 They sound so good, so, so good! And they are explosive and sweet on the stage.
Love you! 😁💜
2023, has been good so far! I have been unemployed for a few years, during Covid lockdowns and mask wearing, I couldn’t do the masks I have a fear of suffocating and masks made me panic all the time. So now I’m looking for a job again. I admit the last year or so I got content to stay home, when I really should not have. I’m so happy for all the new books coming out!! Thank you Julie!!
This year has been a very trying one. It started off with terrible forest fires in June, followed by flash flooding and over a foot of rain in less than 12 hours. We had non-stop rain in August and as I write this post, hurricaine Lee is on top of us, luckily it has been downsized to a tropical storm giving us high winds and periods of heavy rain. The power has been out now for about 8 hours. I know these are not something positive to post, but it has given me time to appreciate life, be grateful that my family is safe, see how fast our communities come together to help support each other in times of need, and spend time with the people I love just because we can. Life is too short. We need to take advantage of every opportunity we have to be happy, especially when the world around us gives us so many reasons not to.
I discovered hubby is a highly reliable man. I’ve broken my ankle, and for the past two months, he’s been taking care of absolutely everything in the house. And my little boy is very helpful too. I love them both so much
This past year has been a roller coaster ride. I’ve spent it trying to figure out who I am and what my new normal looks like following my husbands suicide. So, it’s been a tough year. But, I’m past the grief and finally able to laugh, smile and enjoy life again. Had a first date in over 20 years! It went well and we both enjoyed reconnecting, as he was a guy I went to high school with 100years ago. The down side is that we live 5 hours apart. Julie, your books kept me sane thru some of the darkest part of the past year. They were my escape! So my year started off really bad and ended up pretty decent! Thank you for being an amazing writer! Literally from the bottom of my heart!!
Honestly, there hasn’t been anything good this year. I ended up having to get acdf spine surgery and it took me down completely. Lost my job my house and my vehicle!!! Then my husband had a heatstroke so here we are lol. Definitely blessed to just wake up every morning.
This year my Son & Daughter-in-law have been sober for a year, they have stepped up to help us care for my their 2 children – which is a huge PRAISE. My youngest son graduated from College. We also had an amazing family reunion this past summer. 2023 has been a pretty deceit year!!!
In July I got to go to Scotland for a 5 day Outlander tour. It was my first (second time if you count Mexico) time out of the US, and it was amazing! It was a once in a lifetime trip, on my teacher’s salary I’ll never be able to afford another like that, but it was so worth it!!
My sister is doing well after her battle with cancer… Things are looking really good… I am so happy!
The best thing about this year is that I get to officiate my granddaughter’s wedding in December.
The best thing about this year is that I get to officiate my granddaughter’s wedding in December.
I’ve been writing a lot, too!
I started a new job 2 weeks ago and I’m loving it!
I’m a SAHM and since my youngest started school this year, I now have half of the day to myself! It hasn’t been like this for nearly 8 years!!! 😭😅
My highlight is usually in August when I get to travel to Puerto Rico to see my grandson which it was but it’s been a year and it felt a bit different this time. They are 3&5. But JetBlue has a big sale (more than 1/2 price) so I’m going at Christmas and my other son is coming too! First time we have all been together since 2018. I think that will be my best memory of the year! Love seeing Mojo!! Sorry a bit long!
I’m dumb and replied to the email that was sent about this giveaway. I’m sorry!!
ANNNYWAYS, My year has been pretty chill as well…well, so far.
I did make it past 350 books read (and counting) so far this year and beat my Goodreads goal. I guess, that’s a plus. I also moved after Christmas of last year, and we finally got our house unpacked and set up how we wanted it
It has been a crazy year of ups and downs. I am glad for the return to concerts and live music. I am blessed to have what I need and do work that I love and have people who support and live me. That is what I am grateful for and a good thing that this year has brought me.
I’ve had a rough year dealing with my illnesses and now some family members, thanks for the chance at your giveaway, reading your books as well as others gives me a wonderful escape
Cant wait to Read!!!
I went on an amazing med cruise with my family. It was amazing. I also got a promotion at work ( I am RAF).
This year my husband retired and now can get social security, our health is stable and I get to see my granddaughter get married. Will be seeing my great grandbaby this month.
Thank you also for this chance
So this year has gone by so fast it’s unreal. A lot of ups and downs. I have a heart condition which I’ve almost died twice last year so it’s made me see things differently now. Just enjoy what’s in front of you and treasure every moment. In February I had heart surgery that’s suppose to fix my heart condition. They are still keeping an eye on me but I feel great and want to stay positive. So that’s one huge thing for me. I wished I enjoyed the beach more this summer. I only went once with my boys. The one thing I am looking forward to is celebrating my son Evan’s 15th birthday on September 24th and my son’s 1st birthday on October 5th. I’m so blessed to have them and I just thank god everyday that I am able to enjoy them and be a mom. Lastly, I’ve been reading your books and other authors I love through audible all year and that has been keeping me sane. Thank you Julie!
I’m happy my daughter is enjoying her freshman year in high school!
still maintaining 45 weight loss
Something good about my year so far is 3 of my Nieces got married this Summer to great Guys and my Nephew turned 21 and my Cat turned 17 not to mention my Dad & Mom both turned 83 and are still with me so that I can spend time with them so I’m very happy and thrilled at all of these things.
Would love to read this book in print
OH I Hope I Win
After the crappy end to last year, and beginning of this year my year if finally looking up. I lost my mom last year and my dad this year and thought I was going to lose my husband. However after extensive doctor appointments, hospital stays and procedures he is doing great. He may eventually have to have a liver transplant, but the doctor thinks that is years down the road. I am one happy lady again. Here’s to the rest of the year being so much better than the beginning.
Moving to Guam!
Three surgeries this year and now I’m done!
My cancer treatments seem to be working and I’m feeling good.
Ao far this year, my life has been pretty hectic. Some great and some not so great. However, the biggest and most exciting news I have is I graduated from Paramedic school the beginning of this year! I’m continuing my health science education to finish off with a masters, but graduating from Paramedic school is a HUGE accomplishment! Paramedic school is very difficult, but so rewarding! So excited to see where my future takes me! Thanks JA Huss for helping me escape my reality when I need to!❤️
The best part of the year for me has been an unexpected promotion at work. This provided the opportunity to go from second shift to first shift, allowing me to spend more time with my family.
The highlight of my year was being able to take a trip to France with my two college aged kids, and one of the highlights of the trip for me was riding in a hot air ballon – something I’ve always wanted to do!
Congrats on the new release, I can’t wait to read it 😊
This year has been a emotional rollercoaster for me, I gave birth to my 9th and final baby in n February. I got laid off from my Job of 5 years and found my self back in college at 36 and starting a whole new career…
I have traveled every month since my birthday in June, and I am leaving Wednesday for my hometown.
so this year have been able to gather with family and friends and also be creative with my art
This year my kids and I finally moved into a house after being in an apartment their entire lives. They are 19 & 20!!!
We lost our best good girl two & a half years ago. My husband finally agreed it was time to let a new pup into our lives, so in June we brought a new girl home. So good to have a dog in our home again.
Happy Release Day/Week! 2023 hasn’t been too terrible of a year. Nothing extraordinary happened to me, but I’ve been fortunate enough to have received a little extra money throughout the year (for various reasons,) which allowed me to really build up my library. Purchased lots of special editions and such. =)
My year has been quiet. Finally cooling off in New Mexico and the monsoons brought more fruit to my tomato and chile plants. Got to love home madw salsa.
This year seems to be travelling at the speed of light and has been pretty crappy health wise. But, what I am so very thankful for is seeing my youngest son going to college. Oh my heart is so very proud and it’s been my best moment yet. Happy release day this sounds fabulous. Thank you so much 💜
Congratulations! Happy Release Day!
This year I got to see my cousin and meet her new baby girl. I haven’t seen her in over 8 years and I was so happy to see them all!
In June, I got to see you and Johnathan and Laura, Nicole and Tim at Book Bonanza, that was the best! This year is flying by way too fast. I can’t think of anything extraordinary that’s happened, both of my boys are in jobs that have them traveling all over the country so it’s fun to live vicariously through them on their travels. I’m so ready for cooler weather! Hopefully in a few more years, the hubby will be retiring and we’re planning to move East, like to Tennesse, North Carolina or Virginia, somewhere in those three states.
This might sound kinda weird, but the best thing that happened this year was my brother getting arrested and subsequently incarcerated. I know, right? He’s not a thief or violent but he has had a long term problem with alcohol and tho he’s never had accidents or anything – dui’s have been numerous. Besides the fact that it costs me $$$$, my biggest concern was that he would injure or kill someone. So after dozens of slaps on the wrist, a judge finally saw fit to lock him up for a couple years. This can only be a good thing for everyone. Anyway, gotta say, I’m loving KC Cross, and Savage Rage of Fallen Gods is the bomb! Kindle says I’ve read for 142 straight days – I read at least one book a day- and this is the best so far. We shall call you Queen Julie.
That my family is together ❤️
Congrats on your new release!
My daughter got her associates degree this year.
Nothing particular stands outs. This week I’ve been listening to Rook and Ronin/The Company again for idk how many times but it’s just as good this times as the very first time! I’m currently listening to Meet Me In The Dark! 🤯
Next week I’m leaving for a cruise with my mom!
I went to my first Comic Con this year.
June 26-30 this year my husband and I celebrated our 20th wedding anniversary in LA Caifornia,
We went to the beach in Santa Monica, Universal Studios and North to Modesto to visit with our best man when we got married. My daughter also graduated HS in june it has been an eventful year!!
I recently got a raise at work which was pretty great news for me!
Congratulations on you new book release. I’m off to listen and check over the farm here in South Australia 5000 acres with 3000 brewing ewes and 130 breeding cow.
My year has gone pretty good so far. I’m enjoying great time with my family.
My 2nd Grandchild, Leo, was born safe & well . She weighed in at just over 4 lbs but at a month old is thriving now.and so adorable.
OMG- I love your audio books. I’m completely obsessed 🤩 I have a very long drive to and from work – your books make me enjoy my drive. Thank you so much!!!
Now that summer is over we are able to enjoy the cooler temps, our year has been a mix of bad and good, but life goes on and I have books to keep me busy and sane, LOL. We are finally going forward with replacing out windows, and they are coming to measure them on Monday to order exact size. I am dreading the work but am looking forward to the new windows. Hope everyone enjoys the rest of the year, it sure flew by.
It’s been a pretty good year. So far the highlight was taking a road-trip to your neck of the woods, Colorado.
Well I have had a few health problems and I am on the mend Hubby is doing good too and it’s nice we have our family near by thank you so much for the awesome giveaway
For the first time in 25 years I worked during the summer. This allowed me to enjoy students in a more relaxed setting. I can’t tell you how much this rejuvenated my desire and love for the field of education.
the highlight of my year was watching my son take a truck he built out of seven trucks when he was 18 and watching him at two fairs run it in transfer pulls. It was the most amazing thing to watch and I’m glad my job allows flexibility so I could alter my hours to go cheer him on.
Good in 2023:
Grandbaby #4 arrived
Mom’s (89 now) heart condition under control.
Our garden performed well. Finally “burnt out” in August. Still getting melons, and have carrots and sweet potatoes to harvest.
Radically ordered vehicle from OH, we are in SC. Thrilled with results.
Some great reading… on book 275 now.
my daughter having a great time already as a sophmore in college
The highlight of my year was spending time with my friend from Norway and her husband during the 4th of July weekend.
So excited to listen to Sick hate! I still need to listen to Savage rage of the fallen gods too… Literally the only 2 books I haven’t listened to yet by Julie. Anxiously waiting for this month’s 2 credits to come in, because these are the books I’m using them for! Love you Julie..I’m forever your fan girl, right beside your other thousands of Shrike Bike Bitches 😘😘😘
Everyone in my life it okay
My youngest started college!
The best part of this year so far was my husband got an offer to take an early retirement from his very stressful job. He’s been so much happier now
My daughter came to visit and we got to play in the mountains. 🙂
A couple of months ago I moved an hour away back to were I am from and it is the best thing to happen this year and in years.
2023 has been super fantastic so far! We are so blessed to have welcomed our 4th grandchild on 4/8/23…we are all about the numbers in our family and ALL our grandchildren have an 8 in their birthdate: 6/18/16, 8/8/17, 11/8/20, plus our newest!
My friends and family are healthy.
It’s riding for me too. I don’t get to go very often but when I do it’s just the best thing ever. Horses make my heart happy 🥰 I love your updates. Thank you for sharing 💗
This year my youngest Graduated high school. Got excepted to the finance program at a University. I got a much-needed surgery and am doing better. This year is passing by so fast.
I got a raise this year, went to Disney World for the first time, and my niece started kindergarten recently 🙂
The highlight of my year has been celebrating one year at my new job and turning 50 on July 4th. I hope to take a vacation soon.
My year has had its ups and downs. I reconnected with an old friend and welcomed my new grand baby!
My husband is almost fully recovered from a stroke.
This year I got my license for the first time in 32 years and have spent a lot of time with my 2 sons
Retired at the end of 2022. So 2023 has been our first year of retirement.
The highlight of my year was having my daughter & granddaughter home after living in Istanbul Turkey for 3 yrs
The best thing about 2023 was my 17 year old grandson survived a horrible car crash when he hit a tree head on.i feel so blessed.
Watching my baby boy, who is a man with his own family adopt his two oldest daughters. One of the very best moments of the year so far!
Can’t wait to read Sick Heart!!
I mean Sick Hate!! 😆
One year cancer free.
Can’t wait to read this, thanks Julie. The highlights of 2023 for me has been watching my daughter do amazing things in her gymnastics class, enjoying it and progressing though levels so quickly and watching my husband win our local bodybuilding competitions and looking forward to watching him at our national competition in a few weeks, he’s been training so hard and it’s amazing to see his hard work pay off.
Four years sober!!
The highlight of my year was a surprise birthday party my eight siblings and I pulled off for our mothers 80th ❤️
a few things I lost like 30 lbs and my great nephew was born this year to of the best things that have come from this year
I finally have a life coach 🙂
The highlight of my year was going to see a Castle on an island.
Something good about this year is that the summer weather was milder than it has been in the past few years since we moved to the PNW, which is good since we (like most residences in this area) don’t have central A/C. According to the forecast, today is the last day of the year for the temperature to be above 75 degrees & I am really hoping that is true. I’m looking forward to getting back to crocheting my bigger projects that were too warm to work on during the summer months.
I moved back to my hometown and get to see my family more. I go walking with one of my sisters everyday and I’ve lost 45 pounds.
The highlights of this year has been the simple pleasures. Reading good books while drinking coffee with my cat curled up on my lap has been priceless.
My 2023 has been filled with watching my grandson getting his 1st brand new car & a job he loves! I’ve reconnected with friends. Celebrating my niece’s pregnancy! Life is good!
Let’s see, this year my garden flopped. But I did manage to keep my new indoor plants alive, which is a major plus since I have no green thumb. Our chickens are thriving and we now have a new rooster named Elvis that just showed up in the yard one morning, the girls all love him. My husband was finally able to get a new truck, which he totally deserved about 5 years ago, he works super hard to make sure we have all we need. So good things for sure! I’ve loved reading and listening to your new releases and I’m looking forward to more!!
Thanks for the chance ti win. I got a 11 week old make Doberman Pinscher. His name is Gio. I am looking forward to training him and having another dog to cuddle with. 🥰😘🤗🤩🤗😎
The highlight of my 2023 has been my grandson. Sebastian was vorn on Dec 12. My husband is retired and does full-time daycare (we call it Jaycare since his nmae is Jay) so I get to see him almost every day!
I started following a keto lifestyle and have lost 82 lbs since January 9th. I’m so proud of myself for sticking with it and making better choices for my health.
It’s been an eventful year so far. Nearly finished my degree while working full time so I am very proud of myself.
Our new garage construction finally was finished this year. Milder winter than normal. We postponed because of Covid. Mistake. Lol. Prices tripled, but at least we don’t have to scrape ice and snow this year. We hope.
The highlight of my year is quitting my second job that was toxic. Another highlight is being alive and living every moment in that moment of time.
The highlights of my year so far was my 18yo starting her first job, my 17yo doing fantastic in his senior year of HS, and my 11yo transferring to the public school close to us and developing some great friendships!
I’m super excited about the 2nd book! The second my audible credit hits I’m listening all day! Hopefully I win the book! Yay! <3
2023 has had (thankfully) a lot of book signings for me to go to … loved loved meeting Julia Quinn this year!!!!
Wow! I’m impressed with your productivity! What fun to have those books to look forward to!
One great thing that happened to me this year is I discovered colorful overalls. I’m filling the pockets with pens and paper for a look I call “author about town.” It’s a new, playful, eccentric style for me, and I am really enjoying it.
2023 has been a wild ride. My partner of 30 + years blew up our life together before the morning coffee was poured on Sunday. He dropped the mask and showed his cheating, gaslighting narcissistic true self. He wanted me to move out so he could move his side piece in. He was definitely an over achiever on this.
He was not only having her sleep over before I could move out, he expected me to let her stay at the house with me while he was working out of town. Me, the landlord and the cops said no. He found Clearance Rack Carrie Underwood on seeking arrangements. The pups and I moved into a cute little 60s ranch with a nice size yard as quick as we could and the change has been magical. Even my house plants are thriving away from all the emotional abuse. It hasn’t been easy, and sometimes it’s lonely, but I finally feel more myself again. Now if I could just find a dating coach
2023 had me ticking off a bucket list holiday to Karigini National Park in Western Australia and it was so good I am doing it all again in 3 years. I also have found out my second grandson is due on Jan 1st. It is a great year.
My summer (and year) has been full of planning and saving for our addition to the house! It is almost complete and I cannot be more excited, even though I am in debt forever lol! We have needed this so badly for our family! It has been an experience for sure. A lot of blood, sweat and tears but I am in love!
I’ve been finally approved for weight loss surgery. After all my health issues the past few years I’m ready to loss this weight and be able to live my life fully again.
This year has been pretty low key,but we had a great family vacation on Lake Winnipesauke(NH) for my nephew’s wedding. We had perfect weather,great food and so much fun!
Getting the chance to hang out with my family.
The best part of 2023 for me was to hear that my husband is in remission. The bad part we know the cancer will come back, we just don’t know when. He has an incurable cancer and the unknown is scary.
A bad thing this year is my family caught covid again and my son is immune deficient due to a kidney transplant so good thing is we are homeschooling now and staying safe so he doesn’t have to get anymore infusions to fight covid again. Thank you so much for the chance at your giveaway and I hope the rest of your year goes great 😊
Went to a P!nk concert, kicked off football season with PSU’s home opener and got to see family I haven’t seen in a while
My husband went to the hospital and then to Rehab for PT and OT to regain his strenght.
He seems to be getting better.
I will be celebrating my 26 anniversary in Dec
Everything sounds great!
The best part of 2023 is that my family is currently happy and healthy. Cheesy, for sure, but life is flying by and so stinking short. I’m just so thankful everyone is doing well. My oldest started high school & my youngest is in his final year of middle school. Such a wonky age, so I’m just so thankful they’re happy.
This has been a rough year for us with the current strike situation, but on the bright side I’ve been home and able to spend time with all my grandkids and watch them play baseball and now soccer.😊
Seeing my daughter step into her own in college. She is thriving!
I’m getting out and walking more and getting in better shape.
After two years I finally found a surgeon who can fix my left wrist from a work accident. My second surgery is the 25th of this month. Yay! Finally getting my sh!t straight.
The best thing to happen this year is my son Ryan’s band Ashes Reign a melodic metal band was signed to a record deal with Affiant Records. He plays the bass guitar, edits all the music and the songs, does the merchandising, websites, and a lot of promotional things for the band. He’s a busy guy. He and the lead singer and song writer Vinnie have been together in the band for about 12 years. The Covid shutdown slowed them down, but they are working hard on their 2nd album right now. You can listen to their music free on Spotify and other music venues. They have a new single that came out this year May 5th called Paint It Thrash a re-imagining of the Rolling Stones Paint It Black. It’s really great. They don’t do cover songs, but they decided to make an exception and do this one song. They made it their own and I think the Stones would agree they rocked it their way and did them proud. Love your stories Julie and enjoy watching you with your family of wonderful animals on Instagram!💜💜💜
I just welcomed my third baby a month ago. I love that my family has grown and i’ve been enjoying all the newborn love!
I took a two week vacation from work and came back to a promotion.🤗
I ticked off one dream from my bucket list and went to opera in Verona, Italy as a part of my summer holiday. The atmosphere there was truly something special.
The most recent good/great thing that’s happened to me this year is that I got to start working on a dedicated library / craft room in my house. Now I can display my beautiful paperbacks instead of having to double / triple line the shelves to fit them all!
Lots of good things this year. I hit an income milestone, found a fabulous healing device which I’ve shared with family and neighbours, got to subscribe to the subscriptions of two of my favourite people in the world (one of which is author Kitty Thomas), wrote a basic draft for the first video I’ll post on my little channel and am itching to work on the two after that, found some earth-shattering (to me) books, one of which is Sick Heart!…And I preordered Sick Hate but haven’t read it yet, but I can’t wait!
I tried my hand at gardening this summer and it went pretty well. I don’t have a lot of outdoor space and I tried buckets and bags on my deck and it worked well. I grew lettuce, cucumbers and sun gold tomatoes and enjoyed quite a few salads. I’m definitely doing this again next year and thinking of adding green beans and peas, we’ll see. Happy Sunday
I’ve had a pretty stressful year. My father is having health issues and it falls on me since my brother lives far awary. The best thing thisyear is that my son has started his first full time job in his degree field and is doing well. That was a long road, and I an thrilled with his progress.
I just finish a project course with distinction. Hurray!
We went on a river cruise in the Netherlands and Belgium in April, and in October we’re going to the hot air balloon festival in New Mexico. In between, I’ve been making my daughter a quilt.
Hi Julie. Same old here work and living with a kid. Who will be turning 16 on the 29th of sept. He is my world and of course my addiction to reading. I did have the opportunity to go Readers on the River signing it’s the only one I go to now a days since it’s close to me. And they won’t be having it next year so that was my excitement for awhile. That’s why I love that you do the order form every year so I can get your books since I won’t be seeing you at signing like I used too. Thank you for all your wonderful stories they keep me going and I love every single signed paper book I owe. Which is just about all of them. Can’t wait to add the new releases you’ve put out.
My best part of this year so far was my 2 surgeons moved my surgery dates up to fuse 10 vertebrae in my neck 3 were broken. I have 10 sets of brackets with 4 screws in each on. I had to wear the screwed into my skull halo home which I didn’t know would happen. My spine surgeon called my orthopedic surgeon and told him to move up my hip replacement surgery to April that I could not wait 6 months in between that I deserved to go to my son’s high school Graduation walking and not in a wheelchair. Drunk drivers and those high on drugs are hurting people everyday and Allstate Auto insurance will keep insuring drunks and DWI people for only $25,000 per accident which was used in my first 6 hours in the ER. Implants of every kind can only be in your body 8-10 years before they much be replaced before or after the fail inside you. I was so happy to fully walk on my son’s Graduation day I cried my eyes out because I tried so hard to do the exercises with my physical and occupational therapists 5 days a week. It was the most awesome sunny beautiful day watching my son walk across the stage!!!
Thank you for this great contest!!!
Last October 2022, I started on journey to lose some weight. I finally got serious about it, and I have lost around 45 pounds. I have been maintaining it since late spring, and I am thrilled that I am able to keep it off and still enjoy eating the foods that I love. I have been keeping track of my eating, exercise and water. Counting my calories has been the biggest help.
It has been a quiet year for me I would say that my husbands shoulder surgery went great and he is on the mend.
Best thing about the year is getting to spend lots of time with 18 month old granddaughter Everly and looking forward to grandson Quentin due in december!
We bought a Ford Bronco, I love it.
Hubby and I spent almost a week on Oregon coast a few weeks ago. Was so beautiful and a much needed respite. Thank you Julie for all you do – you are my favorite author!!
This year I was promoted from Mom to Grandma, when a handsome baby boy arrived August 25th.
This year has had it’s ups and downs for me. One good thing is that my daughter is doing well in Junior of HS and taking some college courses. My husband is doing well after his triple bypass from his heart attack. Hopefully before the year ends, I’ll have something better to add 🙂
This is the first time in 12 years that my chronic pain is much better. It feels like I’m alive for the first time in so long. You appreciate everything some much more in your life when you feel better.
2023 keeps getting better! I have no complaints, the kids are happy and healthy. Well as happy as two teen girls can be, lol. Thanks for the chance.
Finally getting to re-decorate and update my kitchen was definitely a high point for me. Took a lot of time and work but was so worth it!
The best thing about this year is that despite all of the crazy, I have rediscovered my passion for my hobbies! I love to read, draw and write fanfiction. For whatever reason, I feel completely revitalized and I have never felt more creative! It is the best feeling sharing what I love with people who share the same interests and it’s made everything so much brighter in my world. I’m having a ball and I love that it’s rolling away with me! 😃
For my year, I just love spending time with my daughters! They are 19 and 17 so each moment is precious. The oldest started her second year of college and the youngest a senior in high school!! I am blessed!! Thank you for the opportunity!
One good thing about this year so far is that no one in the family has been in the hospital. There hasn’t been much good news for me lately, so the fact that no one in the family has been in the hospital is great. Hoping for better things in the future. Best wishes on the new book release.
I’ve been able to read my paperbacks on my shelf and this makes me happy.
This year has been hard. But a good thing is that all three of my kids are in college, two living on a campus that is an hour away, which is a part of the reason this year is hard. But they are becoming adults, so I guess that’s good. For them at least.
It’s been a chaotic year for sure. I lost my job in July, bought a new house last week and sold our current home yesterday. And we’re getting a new puppers added to our family in October. At least we are on the upswing!
My daughter graduated high school and started cosmetology school, so that’s a wonderful thing that happened this year! I loved Sick Heart, I can’t wait to continue with Sick Hate. I recently finished the misters and the company, I have loved all your books that I’ve read so far!
something good is that ive finally got back to reading after being in a reading slump for a year thanks for the chance
I’ve had an incredibly challenging year so far with death, hospitalization, moving, loss of job, and car accident which actually allowed me to spend a month living with my elderly parents. That is my good thing. They were in a car accident and I was able to help them with all kinds of daily needs so I feel I got to do a little payback for all they have done for me in my life. It was just a scratch on the surface, but I loved it.
I’m 44 yrs old and working on my high-school diploma… ive taken 3 Hi-Set tests and aced them.. taking prep classes now to pass my last 2! Better late than never😍
This has been a big year! We got our first born moved away for college, a tough parent moment; so very proud of her hard work to get into a great school, proud as parents to give her opportunities we didn’t have, but so hard on my Mama heart to say goodbye & leave her there. We are all adjusting & so grateful for technology so we can video chat regularly! Have a great winter on the farm 🤗
We bought a used RV in March of this year and have been traveling with my 80 year old mom to visit family and explore the US! We’ve been having a great time.
It’s so weird to think this year is already getting close to being over! A highlight for me is that I was FINALLY able to set up book shelves in my room (where books are less likely to be damaged by animals and boys). Because of this I’ve been able to start an actual book collection (both signed copies and special editions). THANK YOU so much for Sick Hate (especially the free audio copy) and I can’t wait to devour all the new releases you have coming up!
My sister completed rehab and is doing really well! She’s moved to a new city and has two jobs. I currently have her children but they will be going back with her soon <3
The highlight has been getting a promotion at work.
As we continue to wait for a surgery date for our 15-year’s second heart surgery (waiting on special surgeons’ schedule) we have learned to focus on today and leave the worry aside while we try to stay positive. We cannot change how fast other’s will move or what they will do, but we can change how we react. So as a family we have been enjoying each other’s company, taking long walks, joined a gym together to stay healthy as a family and putting everything into God’s hands. I think in the long run we will remember this year as we bonded with our 15-year old twins.
BTW another amazing book Julie!
It was my first year doing a garden and it worked out wonderful. Now I’m almost done processing everything.
The best part about this year has been the blessings of our good health and being able to keep a roof over our family’s head.
2023 has been a good year so far. I’ve finally accepted that I’m now over 40! (Turned 41 in July). I now have 2 children out of high school and 1 more to go. My youngest started his first garden, the best crop and tastiest were the green beans! My family has been in good health. My husband and I have been working out together, keeping each other accountable…I can’t complain at all! I wish you all the best rest of 2023!!!
The best thing that happened this year is that I finally got my business off the ground. It’s starting small, but going strong and so much fun!
I became a first time grandma in July. Our little guy decided to keep things spicy by showing up four weeks early. Other than being a little low on the birth weight all is well. He’s perfect and I’m obsessed.
Doctors found a health problem in me that’s genetic and runs in my family. Got new treatments for it that are definitely doing something for me and at least one other family member. We’ll see what happens!
I have survived big cross country move. 🙂
The highlight of my year has definitely been watching my son go from basically a potato to learning the concept of a shoe… he turned 1 on Sept 5, and it has been one hell of a thing to watch. It’s crazy how much they learn in just a year’s time!
Pretty bleh year for the most part but have been to a few concerts and that always makes up for a lot of crappiness 🖤
My husband and I have gotten to spend lots of time with our grandson this year. He brings us great joy!
I’ve published my first romantic suspense novel!
I got to go to Greece, which was on my bucket list.
My highlight was that we took our extended family vacation to the beach that we do every other year and there were 26 family members and the littles (6 kids 6 and under) had an absolute blast…and so did I!
I quit my job after 15.5 years and I have a new lease on life. I feel like a weight has lifted off my shoulders.
I got to spend the summer with my nieces and nephews.
Thanks for the chance!
Congratulations on your new release!
With 3/4 of the year being over I’m glad to say I’ve started a new job. My middle child stated her senior year of high school so there’s all the fun that goes along with that. I don’t remember the college application proses being this tedious.
While my 10 year started middle school and his life revolves around football, basketball, and baseball. This mom is glad that practice for all three of those sports all take place on the street behind my house so I’m not driving all over the place for practices and games. The husband was in a bad accident mid summer and it messed up vacation plans, but glad to say after several hospital stays and visits he was finally released to go back to work last week.
Still working on finishing the house. It was totaled in hurricane Ida back in 2021. Just got the kitchen left to do. So the way my year has been going it might be finished by this time in 2025 if I’m lucky.
Hope the rest of the year goes well for everyone.
This year has been great, with lots of things to celebrate but I think the biggest (so far) has been buying my house. I had been wanting to buy a house for many years and it took me a long time to get out of debt and then save up to be able to put a good down payment on it and buy all new everything, and in June that finally happened! I had been looking for over a year and with the market being so high it was nearly impossible to find what I wanted in my price range but then I found a brand new home in my current neighborhood (which I love) with the floor plan that I wanted – which included a formal living room which I made into a library!
2023 has been rough for me. I had anterior lumbar discectomies/disc replacement via abdominal wall. And have ended up with an infection and some complications. It has not been fun.
That is a really difficult question to answer. In terms of something good I think of it as good on my end too because I have been struggling with a loved one who has agoraphobia and panic disorder and this loved one has made tremendous progress and it’s the little steps that bring a smile to my face.
While I try to find good in almost everything, I’m going to say the most recent good news is I’m going to Book Bonanza. I had a blast when I went in 2019.
Something good for this year: This year me and the husband celebrated our 25th year anniversary, we went to Nashville, TN in celebration. My daughter went to several church camps and made tons of new friends. I sell vintage items and I finally got a booth in a very busy and upscale Vintage store, it has been an amazing ride. My husbands business has taken off and I am so very proud of his hustle. I just hope and pray next year is just as great.
I can’t believe how fast this year has gone by!!! It’s hard to enjoy the day to day when life is so busy and hectic. I have two jobs and two beautiful children who keep me on my toes!!! So this year is about them. Trying to slow down and enjoy the little moments as well as the big ones, which is gonna be a surprise to my littles. My husband and I have decided to bite the bullet and save up to take the kids to Disney in May!!! I have never been so I get to live out the dream of experiencing this for the first time with my babies. Hope everyone has a wonderful rest of the year!!!!
The best part of my year was my family’s trip to Mexico. Got to actually meet my reading challenge goals this year. and I created a new office space in my house. It’s so cozy and girlie and has all my favorite Julie swag displayed:)
My year has been hard. We have had many funerals to attend. Also, we had to make the decision to euthanize our beloved pet dog due to kidney failure. But I guess the highlights would be celebrating our 19-year wedding anniversary and first-born granddaughter.
This year has been hard one for me. My mom found out she had cancer. we just found out 6 months later some good news but toke a lot. I can’t wait to read your new book.
My good for this year? My hubby and I both woke up every morning. Some days were better than others, but we’ve faced them together, just as we have for the past 20 years.
Honestly? The best thing to happen this year was finally having the guts to tell my husband I wanted to leave. A huge weight off my shoulders just voicing my thoughts. Your books have helped me get through my toughest times by being able to check out of this world into another cooler world. Thank you!
I discovered you this year. I love them. You worlds are amazing, I love reading them.
Still here.
My year has been a failure as far as making progress on either my TBR pile or my WIPs. Oh well, there’s always next year 🤣🤣🤣
My son is in first grade! I’m happy that he’s only had 1 bad day so far!
My son taught my 2yo daughter how to ride a bike with training wheels! She’s a little beast on it and is fearless!
My house narrowly avoided a 6 foot branch falling onto it during a spring storm. Thankfully it landed in the yard and missed doing any damage.
I learned how to make fried green tomatoes from my elderly neighbor! Soo good!
My husband and I finally were able to purchase the camper we have been saving for! It’s amazing, we love to camp whenever we can but honestly the tent life was getting really bad for my back (getting old is no fun!) So we purchased a pop up a frame that we’ve been eying and have been able to go camping twice with our dog, it’s been fun 😀 Thanks for this opportunity! I love reading everyone’s stories and hearing all about your farm 🙂
After 6+ months of searching, I finally bought a house and on my birthday I had the most amazing girls weekend ever. I’m so excited to see what’s to come.
I had a good surgery results that I’m happy with. Plus I’m all done with Christmas shopping!
The highlight of 2023 so far is that I haven’t stabbed anyone. Yet. There’s still three months left full of opportunities…and temptation!
I am still cancer free, and I found a kitten. I love him!
The best thing about my year so far is that, not only am I a come-back college student at age 55, but I’m doing a good job of it. I’m going full-time and my grades right now for the four classes are 100%, 100%, 97.6%, and 88%. The lowest grade is for environmental biology. Science has never been a strong point for me. My last science class was 40 years ago in 9th grade, earth science. But I was a homeschooling mom for 22 years to two kids who both really love science. I couldn’t help but learn to love it, too. I think I remember getting a C back in school when I was normally an A student in just about everything else. I am so stinking proud of myself! LOL My major is Spanish and my intent is to become a book translator. Esta tarde estaré hablando con mi amiga Elsa Patricia de Colombia. ¡No puedo esperar!
The best thing to happen this yr for me could be pretty boring for others, but it is listening to new audiobooks and finding new authors I like. I live on a dairy farm here in New Zealand so it is very hard to get away and do things. Hubby works the farm but i have a job off farm into so at least that helps. I dont mind as I love being a bit of hermit as I have a few small health issues, plus it is more time for books.
I hoe you read this Julie but I just want to say I love your books and I love how you release them. What do I mean, I love that you release all styles at the same time, written and audio, alot of authors make audio listeners wait. Also I am excited that you are going to do a rapid release, I love to binge series so that will be cool that you will do a whole series that quick 🙂
I’ve read and listened to lots of fantastic books including all of your new ones and reread a few of your other ones!
I GOT A NEW JOB! I will be leaving a toxic workplace that has been messing with my mental health and I can already breathe. Ahhhhh
I beat breast cancer!
The house is still standing, none of my friends lost theirs, and I got to spend several days with my sister when I was on vacation. And I love reading.
Family get togethers. I love them.
The best thing about my year is the health and happiness of my children. And a milestone for my husband and I having bought our first home!!! It’s a fixer upper, and we are steadily chipping away at the to-do’s so we can move in! We are so excited for that day to come. Where we live now isn’t the best, so we are looking forward to the big day to call our new place our home😊
My year has been pretty good, Went to Vegas in June and attended a wedding in NH. Spent 3 days there to celebrate my 31st wedding anniversary with my husband. We also spent 2 days in Boston, eating great food and shopping.
This year has been amazing – starting a nonprofit to benefit kids in foster care, and seeing all my kiddos love school and try to love reading just makes my heart happy.
Finally making the change… moving soon to buy our new house. Hoping to make it a home by end of the year.
We have checked off a lot of to dos, so that always feels good.