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Finally, it’s RELEASE WEEK for The Rumble and the Glory! I’m jumping up and down excited about it too! I love so many things about this new world, and these new characters, and all these new twisted problems I’ve dreamed up for them. This is book one of MANY.
I refuse to say how many books I will write in this series.
Not because I’m being difficult but because I think I might keep writing in this series forever. It’s a very big world and I’ve hardly scratched the surface yet. I’ve always hated that trilogies are the ‘norm’ is book writing. Of course, there are lots of authors out there who write never-ending series. Me included if you count The Company.
It’s just, we get a lot of pushback from readers if we keep going like that. They just start bitching and moaning about “how we just want readers to spend more money”. If you’re reading this you’re probably one of my long-time fans and that certainly doesn’t apply to you because most of you beg me to keep going. Every week I get comments about random secondary characters that I said I would write a story for… and they just got left behind because readers wanted the new shiny stuff more.
But this time, I’m sticking to my guns. I’m not going to end it. Sacred Trinity will stay open forever. It’s just a great world and I have so many ideas, I want to keep it going.
Now – that doesn’t mean I will only write this series and nothing else. I’ve got way too many ideas to stick to one series, no matter how big the world is. And I probably won’t rapid-release future books inside a trilogy. I picture future books all being standalones. And I think I will put out 1 or 2 a year.
So yeah, that’s the plan for these people and these towns.
A long, twisted, never-ending story.
I hope you enjoy The Rumble and the Glory. I hope you fall in love with these small West Virginia towns, and I hope that Collin, Lowyn. Amon, Rosie, Clover, and Riggs will weasel their way into your hearts the same way that Rook, Ronin, Ford, Ashleigh, Spencer, and Veronica did.
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Collin Creed is a killer. But he’s Lowyn’s killer. And after a twelve-year separation, she wants him back.
Deep in the hills of West Virginia, three small towns have found a way to flourish in the face of extreme poverty. Disciple runs a side-show tent revival that brings in millions of dollars a year. Bishop flaunts traditional ways in the vein of Colonial Williamsburg, luring weary city people to the slow-living lifestyle. And Revenant offers them an experience of sin filled with tattooed bikers and live-music dive bars.
It’s a sacred trinity that worships the almighty dollar and everyone plays their role like a well-trained Broadway actor.
But these hills have secrets, and so do the people.
Twelve years ago, when he was just eighteen and dreaming of a future with his high school sweetheart, Collin Creed learned something about himself. Something so disturbing he left Disciple to join the Marines and didn’t once look back. But all that came to a screeching halt with the congressional hearings, forcing Collin to return home and rebuild his black-ops empire brick by brick.
Lowyn McBride’s heart broke when Collin shut her out and left town without an explanation just as they were getting ready to start their adult lives together. The death of her mother the following year was a make-or-break moment and Lowyn rose to the occasion, giving up her university education to parent her younger sister while building an empire of her own as a specialty antiques dealer.
Anger and desire, guilt and shame—the return of the enigmatic Collin Creed ignites the town and sparks an explosion of emotions inside Lowyn. But he’s not the only one with a secret in his past. Lowyn has always played the good girl to Collin’s bad-boy reputation. But it turns out—she’s just like everyone else up in these hills—not as wholesome and pure as she looks.
The Rumble and the Glory is a cinematic and spicy small-town secret, second-chance romance wrapped up in a cloak of mystery and suspense. It honors the themes of found family, redemptive anti-hero, and is filled with bigger-than-life, morally-grey characters against a backdrop of deceit and deception.
TROPES:
Small Town Secrets
Touch Her and Die
He Falls First
Enemies to Lovers
Morally Grey
Found Family
Second Chance
Childhood Sweethearts
Anti-Hero
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JA Huss is a scientist, New York Times Bestseller, USA Today Bestseller, and a cowgirl who rides English. Five of her books were optioned for TV/film, several of her audiobooks have been nominated for the Audie and SOVA Awards, and she was a RITA Finalist in 2019. She has been an indie author in both fiction and non-fiction for seventeen years and lives on a ranch in Colorado with her family, horses, dogs, goats, donkeys, and chickens.
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Being an unpaid caregiver for both my parents I will be up to enjoying me time in warmth and sun
Hopefully I Win
I’m not going away until November but my sister is coming to see me in August and we have plans with grandchildren and redesigning my garden. Will be reading every night still, I’m actually listening to Mr Romantic as I type this
Will be having a family reunion at a lake. We only get an opportunity once a year to meet since they usually have their own plans for the holidays. So when summer comes along we all get together and have a cookout.
As a retired nurse, I am working part time at my favorite hobby, a local book store. I love to read a lot and listen when I’m doing other things, ie chores, walking, etc. I have been waiting for this next release of my most favorite author. I also live 1 mile from good old west Virginia, so this series will be extra special.
I am currently looking for a job and learning a ton of new skills to try to add to my resume. Until then I am a stay at home mom reading as much as I can! Congratulations on the new release. I love this cover!
Looking forward to the Rumble and the Glory! Until then, my summer looks like wonderful days at the cottage and looking for that perfect sunrise – every day is better than the last!
This summer I’m planning to recover from carpal tunnel surgery and get my carpet pulled so we can get new floors
Working to pay off my daughters college. 2 more years to go.
In addition to listening to The Rumble and The Glory, and other relistens of The Company books, I’ll be taking short trips around my state this summer. We have 140+ lighthouses around Michigan and I’d like to visit as many as possible. I also like to spend time with my granddaughters while they are out of school. I can’t wait to hear about your moving adventures. That’s quite an undertaking. Good luck with everything. I hope it all goes well.
Since my son’s deployment is over and he’s retiring from the Navy next year, my husband and I will be spending a lot of time with him and his family!
I’m working towards retirement the end of the year but I’m wanting a tattoo sleeve of flowers tied to my family here and gone… so decisions need to be made. Responsible or impulsive.
I so enjoy your books and look forward to each one. Congratulations on your big move!
This summer my mother in law is a camp host at Milford state park lake and we go out every weekend to fish and relax with the kids it’s great and so beautiful out there. Thank you so much for the chance at your giveaway and I hope all goes well with moving I’m sure it will be an adventure lol
Spending time with the kids
We just moved 2 months ago so I’m trying to set up my library room. It’s not big enough for all my books, and unpacking anything with a toddler is always fun..lol
Wow how crazy is that to move an entire farm I hate moving in general so my hats off to you! Well so far I got a couple of concerts to go to looking forward to them. My hubby got me and a friend ticket to go to see Chippendales cause they were coming to town on my birthday so that’s going to be fun!!! And last but not least going to book signing event in Seattle hopefully I’ll do better this year last time I went to it was after my brain tumor surgery and made it to about 5 of the author’s I wanted to meet and was like nope got to go so had to call hubby to come help me back to car. Good luck on moving and hope it goes great!!!
All 3 of my kids ha e been i terviewing for new jobs that would elevate their careers … and all 3 got the jobs. I’m enjoying my time off work painting, selling books from my classroom, preparing goodies to giveaway at a workshop Im presenting at for new teachers, and Im spending time with friends. And Im reading of course.
Hey Julie,
Looking forward to driving into this new world your building. My plans are to be hanging out with my Bestie as we read and talk about these book’s on the beach.
My son is in basic training for the Army National Guard. He graduates July 26. So I am not doing a whole lot besides waiting for his phone call every Sunday and working.
I really don’t have much planned this year. But I do plan on enjoying the good weather.
I have so much stuff to clear out because we’re getting new carpeting next month.
I love your stories, Julie, and I can’t wait to dive into this new series!
Camping and going to the races and fair is pretty much how I am spending my summer
Enjoying my teacher summer vacation by spending quality time with my husband and son. Lots of swimming and movie dates.
My husband and I and our kids have been playing alot of putt putt by the beach and doing lots of home projects together
I am trying to clean and organize this summer as much as possible. My goal is to declutter a bit, especially closets and my garage which has become a catch all. Good luck with your move!
I am working in my classroom for most of the summer.
I will be taking some time off to relax at home.
Just enjoying my summer and watching good TV.
I am celebrating a bunch of birthdays, including mine, making time to do some cool things with the kids, and bbqing on our new grill!!!
No huge plans. Im just keeping up with my fitness and physical therapy for my acl reconstruction. Only 6 months to before I reach 1 year.
I am working working working.. and also trying to finish up getting my sleeves finished cuz my tattoo is awesome
My 16 year old daughter is flying from the UK to the States on the 3rd July to stay with our family…by herself. I am feeling a bit anxious although I know my responsible, confident girl will be fine. A friend at work pointed out my husband is no Liam Neeson and that I should make sure Chloe watches Taken so she understands the danger.
Thanks so much for the chance..I cannot wait for you to twist my mind all up as I immerse myself in this new world. X
Not entering.
I’m not doing anything this summer. It’s too hot lol
We have a summer filled with putting the final touches on the race car. Next year it’s going the quarter mile. Congratulations on your new series!! I absolutely LOVE on going sets.
This summer I’ll be reading the Rumble and the Glory! Also heading to Northern Ireland for a holiday, and working on Christmas inspiration for the company I work for.
Well, besides working I am enjoying time with my gra. We live walking the trails, going to parks, etc.
This summer I’ll be taking my daughter to London for some work experience in media with a tv company.
I am taking care of my father who has Altzheimer’s, so I be spending the Summer reading in any spare time I have.
I hope your move goes well. I’m taking a small family vacation to San Diego and then dealing with possible breast cancer. I’m giving myself the vacation first before I deal with any treatment, etc…
I don’t have any plans yet and my daughter breaks up from school soon
We will definitely spend some time with horses
Good luck with the move
I’ll be spending my summer at home getting lost in other peoples lives as I plough through my tbr pile of books. Bliss!
The artwork on your stuff looks incredible.
As for my plans this summer: I’m hoping to enjoy some peaceful days tanning on the beach.
My plans this summer: I just started a new job, so I’ll be working. I also hope to spend some time at the pool! Thanks for the chance, and I look forward to the new book and world!
My plans for this summer are simple spending more time with my family, travel a little be and read more books
that’s my goal for this summer
Hi Julie, I’m just going to be 100% honest with you when I say my summer has been, well, not the best. My hubby and I are just in this working rut and our family needs a break. In July we have a trip to Ichetucknee Springs, which I cannot wait for. It is desperately needed let me tell ya. Just thinking about it relieves some of my stress. It’s a place that truly soothes my soul. Any spring really. Maybe I was a manatee in a past life, lol. So while my summer has been lackluster and full of work, there is some silver lining up ahead
My plans for the summer are family time and 3 concerts. We may also visit the beach.
I’m just spending time with family right now.
I will be catching up on my TBR list at our summer cottage by a lake here in Finland.
hi…i plan on spending some time with my new grandson..and my other 3 grandchildren…just going to enjoy my summer
Hanging out with hubby, staying out of the heat and hopefully lots of reading.
Thank you for the chance and hope your move goes well.
Other than working, Lately, I have been enjoying the beautiful, Bay Area summer nights. Reading and listening to books while my brother BBQ’s.
So far this summer I have volunteered at different events so I can see people. My husband is not a big traveler so I have jointed a couple of senior groups and go on trips with them. I also have a big garden that I love to spend time in. I also love to spend time with my 8 grandchildren although they live a ways away so I don’t see them too often.
Not much this summer but the end of August we are going to Iceland.
This summer I’m reading, spending time with my 4yr old granddaughter and doing some volunteer work. Retired now. Will be 72 in late July, and this old gal loves your books!! Can’t wait to see the new farm!
First, let me say wow what a big endeavor you’re taking on with that move. Lots of luck and much happiness. Me, I will be spending the month of July in California babysitting my little grand puppy while my son takes off with his wife for Europe lucky guy. Then I am going back to New York and with my other son and grandchildren going on a cruise to Bermuda. So I guess I’m kind of lucky too. Enjoy your summer.
This summer I’m enjoying my time off from being a 6th grade Math teacher. With 5 children at home, my life never stops but, I’ve read so many books and I continuously invite my friends and family to jump on Julie’s books. I’m currently re-reading books (SexPert) waiting (not so patiently) for the release this week!
Between camping, floating on the river, cooking out with friends and family. Also doing a few projects around d the house. I am supporting my friend who just found put he has cancer. Been friends for over 30 years.
Hi! I’m currently healing from a surgery I had two months ago. My body is rejecting the stitches that SHOULD be dissolving. So my incision has opened up over an inch long and pretty deep. It’s frustrating and painful but I’m just trying to get through it. I was hoping to actually enjoy a summer but I guess it’s not meant to be.
I’m not doing much this summer. A BeachBoys concert with my sisters in July. Otherwise a few day rides on the Harleys. Just hanging around the house.
It’s a summer of concerts and comedians. A beach trip in the fall would be great if we ever get organized and decided a location. The heat has been keeping me inside too much. A week of 90° weather is tortuous.
A summer filled with caring for an angry father recovering from heart surgery and an increasingly dependent disabled husband.
After melting in this week’s crazy heat, my goal for the rest of this summer is to re-solidify! I’m also on track to finish my MBA in August!
hiking
I am watching my grandchildren 40+ hours a week. But, this week, week are going to the San Diego County Fair.
Taking one day at a time.
This summer is full of summer camps and gardening. Much love!
I haven’t been up to much so far this summer besides working. I am actually leaving tomorrow for a girls getaway for several days. Can’t wait!
It’s Hot-Hot-Hot down here in Atlanta, so I’m staying home a trying to stay cool. I’m going on vacation in August when the kids go back to school. But that just gives me more time to read!
I am going on a Mediterranean Cruise with my family. It has been a dream vacation of mine to always go to Italy and Greece and now we are finally taking this amazing trip to celebrate all of the wonderful life events in my families lives of this past year. I am so excited!
I’m working. I’m trying to get my garden into shape and training the dog I adopted last month.
So excited to read this! This summer has been busy with gardening, camping, fishing and swimming. Along with all that other normal stuff like work.
Looking forward to both my grandsons coming up for a visit with their dad this Summer, they’re hoping to get here around July 4th. Planning a picnic or a BBQ.
So excited to start a new JA Huss series! This summer I will be working from home per usual but taking short trips to the lake for quick getaways. Thanks for the chance to win this awesome prize!
We are baling hay and straw as usual, planning my daughters baby shower and enjoying our current granddaughter and grandson. Hopefully sneaking in a trip to the beach also. Good luck with your move!
This summer I’m just working so I can get closer to retirement. I’m also going to be spending time hanging out at the pool and relaxing. Just boring stuff
We are baling hay and straw as usual, planning my daughters baby shower and enjoying our current granddaughter and grandson. Hopefully sneaking in a trip to the beach also. Good luck with your move! Loving this new world.
I am packing up to take a roadtrip half way across the US for month long visit to see my best friend of 30+ years. This will be the first time that I am driving solo instead of flying down to see her.
I will be enjoying my grandchildren this summer. Number 8 is due on July 5th🩷
Spending my summer with my kids by the pool!
I have a contract on my house and am retiring to 8 acres. I bought a fixer upper and now I will have land. The first thing I’m going to get is a goat.
Spending the summer hiking and traveling with my husband and son.
Hanging with the grandson at the pool. He wants to swim everyday. Reading. And maybe a little dirt track racing.
My two sisters and I are hoping to get over to visit our eldest sister in richland WA as she not fit to travel to us.
Good luck with your move, I live in rural Ireland and we have lots of animals too.
This summer I’m working on my M.S. – only 2 classes left! I regret to report that stats has not gotten any better in the 15 years since I last took it during undergrad.
I’ll be traveling to Spain to visit my brother and his family who live there now.
Swimming with granddaughters, reading and enjoying food
A summer filled with beauty, adventure and fun. Spending time with my grandchildren who give me hope, and enjoyment and happiness. Precious time which I cherish.
Lots of reading and just relaxing.
I plan to do a lot of reading and working on my craft projects.
Wow, moving your ranch?! That’s a big adventure, can’t wait to hear more about that! I’ve had a tough year, caring for my Mama & this week I move her into Memory Care. It’s bittersweet because I’m so grateful to have found a wonderful place that specializes in what she needs & to have had the foresight 25 years ago to purchase long term care insurance for her so we can afford this crazy expensive care but, it’s painfully humbling to realize you cannot provide the care someone you love so much needs. Next month I’m headed to Mexico for a week with my hubby & 2 teenagers & I cannot express how much I need that break away. Can’t wait to enjoy this new trilogy on the beach with a cocktail in hand
good luck on your move!
I just made a quick trip up to Reno, NV to visit my son who was there for a few days, we went to Virginia City – such a cool little town! Lots of mines! We also drove into Tahoe so now I can officially say after 27 years of living in Nevada that I’ve been to the Reno/Tahoe area! The rest of the summer is up in the air – probably will make a few trips to CA to visit my mother in law who just turned 94. Lots of staying inside and reading since it’s SO hot! Oh, we’re installing new flooring this year so it’s the perfect time to clean out all those closets and clean up all the clutter and get rid of stuff we don’t use or need.
My plans for this summer are to work on revisions and get The Last O’Clery Witch ready for publication with my publishing team. I also plan lots of beach and forest time between work, book stuff, and everyday life.
Spending time with family and reading as many books as time will allow.
I plan to spend as much time as I can with my grandkids at the lake. Here’s hoping for great lake weather.
Spending time with my grandkids.
We are going to the coast of Galveston for a few days and then trying to stay cool after that.
Summer plans include no plans. We have nothing planned and likely won’t be going anywhere. Staycation. Work. Sleep. Repeat.
I’m trying to get caught up in my wildlife photo processing while it is blazing hot out there
I plan to babysit my grandchildren as often as possible.
I was lucky enough to start summer off with a little vaca to see friends and family in western Virginia ,North Carolina ( love the NC mountains!) ending in Myrtle Beach… the accents we heard were very much like those heard in the audio preview of Rumble and Glory.. so excited for the release!.. anyway
It was a road trip which I loved.
The rest of summer will be spent looking for job, doing some self help stuff and babysitting grand daughters who I’ve nicknamed itchy and scratchy because they often refuse to get along! (they’re 4&6)I love them but they are a
handful.
Hope you get to have some summer fun too !
I’m working on my yard this summer. Still cleaning up after the hurricane from 2 years ago. I enjoy the work but it takes some time. Lots of damage to trees. I think a vacation is in order when I’m done!
I’m not up to anything exciting, that’s for sure, LOL. I’m still trying to get my bathroom back in order after having a busted pipe and a flood last year. It’s usable, but really needs to be re-painted and parts of the tile work need some touch-up. Also I’ll be getting my car back from the Collision Garage after being hit by someone in May…they’re finally finishing rebuilding it! YAY! It’s old with little mileage and I just love it…hope it runs okay for awhile longer! In between house work, yard work and general life stuff, I’m reading…my absolutely favorite thing to do! Hope you enjoy your busy Summer and your move goes well!
I am trying to have a relaxing summer!
My daughter moved back home after her college graduation. We are learning to live together and have some fun too!
I’m having a pretty relaxing summer so far. No big plans other than visiting family in MN at some point & then heading to WI Dells to hit the water parks for vacation with the kids!
Working and spending weekends at the cabin with family and friends.
Hoping to read more books and spend time at our cabin on Orcas Island, WA.
Morning walks early every morning. Since it’s going to be hot every afternoon till September will be staying doors in the afternoon watching movies and reading books.
I’m reading the Sacred Trinity trilogy on Patreon this summer. I’ve never had the experience of reading one chapter a day. Frankly, I didn’t think I’d like having to wait a day for the next chapter to be released, but I’m loving it! I think it’s because of how real the characters and the settings feel to me. I’d love to attend the Revival in Disciple! That would be a fun summer (or anytime) vacation. Other than reading I don’t really have any summer plans other than trying to stay cool. These temperatures are way too hot for me.
This summer has been very nice so far. I’m retired so not too many plans at this time. I was able to go to the beach with a friend for 5 days, i’ve been doing stuff around the house. Had thyroid cancer surgery, it was benign! I love spending time with my friends, cooking for my husband and reading lots of books!!
Reading, going to the movies, spending time with family, and working.
Reading, visiting family, and dog shows.
Congratulations on the release and good luck with your move. Hope it’s to a beautiful new place.
My adventures this summer are to entertain my grandson with pool time, camping out, hikes, kayaking and the beach. Hope it’s a good one for him.
That sounds like a truly amazing move. Wishing you all the luck. And may I say just wowww what an amazing gift to receive from you thank you so very much for the opportunity to have this wonderful prize!
birthday this month (50) so we got the kids together for a vacation and it was amazing! On to the next year ahead! Hoping warm days and relaxing vibes between work for the summer!
I had a pretty big
I have a puppy, so I am taking time to fix things she destroys and trying to do some training too… getting in some reading also!
I’m going to be working, and spending as MUCH time as possible with my two girls exploring and playing outside. They’re going on vacation with my parents soon, so I get two weeks of me time. I will spend that reading.
We have a wedding in Florida next week and a trip to the Pacific Northwest in August. Otherwise, we’ll be hanging out in our backyard!
I plan to work on my family tree and continue finding family to add to it, and trying to stay cool.
I am planning a visit to Verginia City, NV.
I’m planning visit family in Denver and spend a lot of time relaxing at the pool.
This summer I am reading a lot of books, doing crafts, volunteering, and spending time with family.
Doing some camping and family visits.
My summer will mainly be hanging out at the creek with my kids and reading.
So, this summer I am working (like always…2 years and a month from retirement, yay!!), hanging with my sexy hubs and awesome family AND enjoying JA Huss masterpieces!! Loving the new world! So far, Amon and Rosie are my favorites!!
I’ll be spending a lot of time at the lake with my nieces and nephews.
We just got back from Austin, TX (we live in KS). Our youngest got married there (they actually live in Denver). It was a beautiful wedding. The rest of the summer we are remodeling our kitchen…fun times lol
We are having a quiet summer this year. We went to a comic book convention for the weekend at the beginning of June for 2 days but other than that we really have no plans. Maybe we’ll check around our province to see if there is somewhere close to go for a day or two.
Just reading and working this summer. I am excited for your next 3 releases so close together!! Thanks for the chance.
This summer I’ve just been trying to keep my kids busy- going to the pool, library, parks. Good luck with moving! <3
So happy to be on summer break from work. Mostly chilling out and taking a breather. Excited to head to Steamboat Springs, CO for a few days of fun in the mountains. Good Luck with your move but sad you won’t be my Colorado neighbor anymore. Can’t wait to see pictures of the new farm.
We finally were able to take our kids to Disney after a long time of saving! It was a great and extremely exhausting experience to say the least! But happy we did it. We are now just trying o enjoy what’s left of summer before the kiddo go back to school.
Hi I guys this summer is a busy one. We’re getting our daughter ready for Uni our son to college and two surgeries are coming my way
but they are very much needed. I’m sooooooooo nervous about Mimi going to uni I’ll miss her so much 
have a wonderful summer guys
Just doing some work on the house and yard as well as hoping to get away somewhere cool for a bit
Thanks for the opportunity!🩷I am planing on camping and going to Las Vegas.
I’m enjoying retirement after 30+ years of teaching. Step #1-20: get to work on my TBR pile! <3
I really want to do a deep cleaning and re-organizing of my house. Not very exciting, I know. LOL I’m excited for your move and looking forward to more about it!
My summer involves lots of little trips (took my mom to CO in May, my brothers birthday in July in CO, Pink in concert in August and then a stopover in Chicago to see a BFF). While home I’m gardening (tomatoes, all kinds of peppers, garlic, lettuces and spinach, radishes, carrots, beets, peas, beans, zucchini, cucumbers, lemon cucumbers, spaghetti squash and herbs (cilantro, basil, mint, sage, thyme, rosemary, chives) and trying to get a lot of reading in. Your farm was beautiful but I’m excited to see where you and the animals end up
I’m planning a vacation to Branson mo. I’m also looking at getting a new car earlier than I was hoping to but the AC went out in my current car.
We’re just enjoying the sunshine and playing outside. I’ve been reading a lot and taking care of my kids. I’m hoping we will get a vacation this summer.
I’m embarrassed of myself after reading all these comments of people doing cool sh*t this summer, but I’m literally just reading and chilling with the cats
LMAO…
(Congrats on the new release and thanks for the chance to win!)
My summer will be spent at home lol
I’ll be taking a day trip to the ocean with my daughter and grandkids. Making jewelry and crafts the rest of the time. Oh and having my grandson over for sleepovers. Good luck on your move!
We going into our winter so not best time in the year but hope to go on a getaway for long weekend and make time to catch up on my reading and socialising with friends & family.
I’m getting ready for my first non-business plane trip in over a decade to Boston for a signing.
I’m going to Scotland (mostly to be in a cool green place). Vegas is just too hot this summer!
I’m also thinking of being a stocker and googling places 1000 miles from CO.
Working….
Trying to avoid the heat
best wishes on the move, sounds like quite the adventure, myself this summer is going to be quiet, staying home, doing a few repairs and reno to the house, working in my gardening, and just enjoying the weather
This summer we are driving our RV to Alaska and Canada (from Kentucky). We left mid-may and are in Alaska now! Canda was so vast and beautiful. Alaska is surrounded by mountains, many snow topped. It’s all so beautiful!!
I live in Australia so it’s winter here. I’m trying to get healthy and I go to aqua aerobics three times a week I have waterproof earbuds and I have just finished The Company while I do my aqua aerobics.
This Summer will be a bit subdued.
I lost my Mum in January and it has devestated me so I haven’t made any plans for Summer,Nothing feels the same anymore and I am not motivated to do anything.
So I will just take Summer one day at a time and see what happens.
Thankyou so much for the chance.
Have a great Summer everyone.
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Hi Julie and friends! I’m camping, and teaching summer school in between making some serious progress on my TBR stack.
Sending you lots of great energy for your big life change, J!
-A
I am dealing with some health problems/tests this summer.
I’m celebrating me this summer! My divorce was finalized right before Mothers Day, the house sold, and we moved into the cutest house – its a rental – I’m just not ready to buy and I’m so thrilled that I don’t have to worry about any repairs! My oldest is home for the summer – her first year not working or in class and my youngest has the best friend group this year. We’ll head up north to visit my Aunt and Uncle for a day and if we are lucky – we may squeeze in a quick beach trip to California.
We have just finished our very long, hot summer so now it’s time to get out the blankets to be cozy while wreaking a good book or lighting the campfire when we are out camping and enjoying our travels,
*reading not wrecking! Haha bloody autocorrect!
*reading not wrecking! Haha bloody autocorrect!
It’s to hot here in Virginia for me right now. It’s been in the 90’s and I can’t take the heat anymore. I’ll be organizing my sewing/crafting room and playing with my furbabies. Excited to hear where your moving to and looking forward to the new books coming out and any secondary peoples stories from other already written books! I have an idea where you might be moving to….wonder if I’m close.
Take care 
Continue to be bedbound with a serious spinal condition and experiencing pain much of the time. Have a spinal biopsy scheduled in 2 days to determine if there is an infection eroding vertebrae which may result in extensive, invasive surgery.
I thought Rook & Ronin et al was my absolute favorite of your many worlds but this one is moving right up there! I love the character development & their interactions. Thank you so much for bringing us into a new & wonderful world.
This summer is all about the grandkids and travel ball. I’ve got one playing softball, and one playing baseball. I’m going to spend as much time with them as I can before work (my next show) starts back up in August. I don’t envy you having to move. But I’m sure you will love it once you get settled in. Looking forward to the new books!!!
Nothing fun. Just work, sleep, and repeat. Summer mode and third shift doesn’t give alot of room for fun things with the kids.
The Rumble and the Glory sounds exactly like my kind of book. Congrats, your stories are always the best. I’m on the look for a new job and getting a bit stressed as I haven’t found anything yet. Doing lots of reading to take my mind off of everything.
Went to the beach, getting ready for travel hockey (hockey season never ends), going to Lake Norman, and taking our kids to Cedar point for the first time.
This summer we are tending a huge vegetable garden that we grew from seed. So far, the garden is growing well, although currently we are battling a worm infestation on our broccoli.
This summer I’m on a quest to not only be among the top 1% of Audible listeners or Kindle Unlimited readers, but to be in the top TEN PEOPLE! I’m killin’ it!
Weekdays: Work, home, work, home, etc. Saturdays: Groceries, grandsons, exhaustion. Sundays: Weekly prep tasks, try to rest/recharge (ha!).
Rinse, repeat, ad nauseam.
I am going to continue to lose weight and exercise. Thank you so much for this opportunity. God bless!
I’m looking forward to seeing Janet Jackson live in concert!
No matter what I do, I don’t think it compares to what you are doing…but, I am recovering from surgery, so I will be staycationing. No problem, because I love hanging around the house.
sherry @ fundinmental
suffering through a complete deck and screened in porch rebuild. With the lovely disappearing contractor every few days.. lol
I hope to be able to read a lot of books and spend some time at the beach this summer! Thanks so much for the opportunity and Happy Release Week!
We are putting a pool in for me & grandkids to play in this summer !
I recently moved to live with my late father’s in the country in Georgia. I needed to get away from an abusive relationship. I’m safe and have started some intensive counseling.
I have no summer plans other than a few weekends in the White Mountains to escape the Arizona heat.
Work, work and more work. So freaking boring
This is a fantastic book. I’m looking forward to the continuation of the series!
No plans for summer…work, swimming and reading a ton of books!
Hanging out at the beach. Going horseback riding there next week. Good luck with your move.
I hope you are enjoying your summer! I have been doing a lot organizing so far. Got a few summer concerts to go to!
I’m looking forward to reading a lot of books and spending some time at the beach this summer! Thanks so much for the opportunity and Happy Release Week!
I am going to swim in our small pool! I also have several deep cleaning projects around the house.
No big summer plans this year. I just hosted a murder mystery dinner with my family and then went to a karaoke bar. That was such a great Saturday! Now, nothing. Haha, I will enjoy the free time! I don’t normally have much free time so I plan on relaxing at home with my husband and floating on the creek in our backyard
I’m going to Comic Con & The Erie County Fair this summer
I am having eye surgery. I am going to enjoy time with my kids and grandkids.. I will continue to read just as much as I possibly can.
Going to beer events, rocking to music and more sweeps!
I’m going to see new places
I am adjusting to Tennessee and starting a garden.
Nothing really exciting just trying to eat healthier and continue decluttering.
No set plans for us this summer but I hope to tackle a few home improvements. I look forward to many sunny and warm days this summer that I can enjoy in our backyard just taking in nature and all she has to offer.
My plans for this summer definitely changed on May 11, 2024 when I somehow fell walking across a hospital lobby. I had no time to react. Landed on my left shoulder, etc. Have a fractured humeral head and a crack in another bone so “Sling life” is my life for a while. Thankfully no surgery needed. Healing everyday so physical therapy will be next. Good luck, Julie, on your move and getting your new place set up.
I have two weeks of in July so I’ll be going to the beach! Other than that doing some reading & spending time by the pool!
Congrats on the new book it sounds amazing!! xo
First of all congratulations on your new release !! As for my summer it just ended. I was diagnosed with Inclusion Body Myositis and MS. I can’t handle the heat for sure so staying inside and waiting for treatment to start up.
Taking a leap of faith and leaving my job of 20 years so I can spend time with my grandbabies.Not sure how will support myself but life pathways only change when we turn a new turn!
This summer I will be working my butt off and training to take over as manager of my department
it’s stressful, but also so so exciting! 
I’m reading more and trying to spend more time outdoors being active
We’re staying in Michigan this summer but will be heading to the Upper Peninsula for somentime away. And hopefully, I will get to the yard projects I didn’t get to last summer duento a broken wrist that required surgery.
I’m loving this book so far! My kids and house plants are keeping me busy this summer. Camps, soccer and baseball are time consuming.
I get the summer off with my little people so we are doing alllll the things!
Counting down the days to my first grandkid!
Big changes require courage. I am excited for you.
This summer, I will glue my self together back again, went through the had moment and need to recover need to soon up some sun. I will be listening to your books!!!
Small day trips, the zoo, tattoo convention and time reading/trying to relax
I’m not doing to much besides listening to my audiobooks, getting in the pool and going camping in thr RV. Oh, and getting to go to the Justin Timberlake concert next week with my sister. I can’t wait! Have a great summer
I love kayaking and even more so when my grand babies come for a visit. My eldest grandson is 14 and he loves to go fishing on the kayak and more often than not brings home something for dinner. We are hoping to travel more now we are retired and have a big trip organised for Canada and Alaska next year. I don’t go anywhere without my kindle so will make sure all your books are on so I’ll have plenty of reading material. Good luck on the move and hope your animal family travel safely and well too.
Sadly, I am a middle manager in the retail world and will be soensing the entire summer working. The only light I have at the end of the tunnel are the books I read and planning a Cmas vacation, hopefully with Spelunk Me as a vacation read.
I am doing the usual, working. Not enough money to do anything else! The good news is I am able to listen to my audio books all day while I work, so I look forward to this new book, and much more relistening to you other worlds
I’m excited for what’s coming. I will say I am going to miss the Ranch, but we will have a new one to what grow. I’m loving this new series and you giving us the photos to see what you envision, it makes it so real. In August I’m going to go visit family see my papa’s grave for the first time and meet some new family members I’ve never met yet.
Enjoying our pool, relaxing with family and friends and simply loving my favorite season.
Good luck with the move. Should be interesting to say the least!
Thanks xx
Always ready for anything you write
Enjoying the heat, lots of concerts, and an otaku convention in August.
Taking vacation from work and going to a couple book signing events.
I have had surgery on my cataracts, woo hoo, best thing I’ve ever done, I don’t have to wear glasses anymore. We’ve also been spending time with our grandsons. They’re 15 and 18 so we are taking advantage of their time while they are still interested in a couple of old people.
Also, I’m so excited for your new world.
Trying to stay cool in a hot house. Our ac has died. And I’m not a summer type of person
Made a small trip to Atlanta with the kids. We’ll be making small trips around our home in Charleston SC. Planning a move back to Oklahoma; so we’ll be busy with that.
This summer I will be helping my elderly father move back to SC. I will also be reading alot and going to the gym.
Getting ready to have my son’s high school graduation open house on Saturday. Have a camping trip planned for late summer. Mostly just working and hanging around home. Happy release day and, thanks for the opportunity!
This is my surgery summer. It sucks getting old but I’m not giving up! I have cataracts and that surgery was put on hold because I need another surgery first. I’ve been chatting with Marie a lot! Love her
And she always has good advice. The new stuff that came up sent me to the ER Sunday and it’s not something I want to share. Ask Marie. Where are you moving to? Can’t wait to hear about that adventure!
Plan to spend as much time as possible at the beach and soke up some sun. Hooray for long summer days!
Yay for a new series and ya for not doing the standard 3 book thing.
If this series is anywhere near the level of angst and grit as Creeping Beautiful, then I want them all now. 
I will be meeting a new great-granddaughter in a few days. She is so beautfuil! And I will be attending her parents wedding in August. So my Summer is filled with new family. And I get another great-gradaughter by marrige with this wedding. She is an adorable little 5 year old from here mom’s 1 st marriage. happy Gran here. Plus my latest new grandaghter should be walking by the wedding so that should be a trip.
I am mostly going to be working on decluttering my house to prepare it to sell next year. As I have a new puppy I’m training to be an LGD, I have no plans for travel, other than a couple of short day trips to visit friends.
We have decided to have a pretty lazy summer. My son has workouts for school athletics Monday through Thursday so there is taking him to that but otherwise I’m hanging out by the pool and catching up on my never-ending TBR.!
I am planning a staycation this summer. Unplug and read for a week.
. I am loving the Patreon. Thank you
Going to or hosting some parties mostly. Took a vacation at the beginning of May, so no vacations, but maybe some long weekends! Enjoy your summer!!
Hi summer people. I am managing sons legal issues, daughters care, sisters wedding and trying to keep the yard looking nice instead of a jungle. Too much rain. I want to see Julies new home!!!
Work. Work and more work. I need a life. A good book and a beach sounds amazing. Hopefully, I can do that in the fall.
I don’t have any specific plans for summer other than catching sunrises on the beach, spending time outdoors, lots of reading and lots of get togethers with friends!
I am working, reading and relaxing at the pool.
We’re going to our local farm markets and having daytime adventures with our pre-k kid. We’re also recovering from the death of our ancient cat, so keeping buys helps.
I am traveling with my niece for a NAM pageant!
Guess my post didn’t go thru — we’re checking out farmers markets, museums, and other adventures to keep us busy. One of our ancient cats died, so it’s been a little rough.
Spending time with my daughter and hopefully catching up on some reading!!!
Just got back from vacation, visiting my mom in FL, so things are getting back to norm. Last summer we did a HUGE remodel on our house…yay! This summer it is just small things like finishing siding and trim and getting the grass to grow back…that type of stuff. So excited to hear more about where you are going and what you are up to!
You are going to have a wild summer! I’m hoping my summer will be quiet and I’ll figure out how to have more control over my time. I’m also looking forward to warmer weather and maybe enjoying the lake. I hope everyone has a great summer, whatever you do!
I work full-time with an additional part-time job on the side. I absolutely love what I do for work but I try to balance it out with being a mom. I hope to enjoy many adventures with my son this summer and explore the outdoors. I have been doing a TON of reading and trying to see friends as often as I can.
My cousin is building her own sprint car racing team. She will be the first woman owned team to run in Knoxville, Iowa. Obviously she is the one with the money. I’m the one that is her sounding board and will be helping wherever I can. We debut next weekend. It will come as a surprise to many including her ex husband (race car driver). We’ve been talking about this since she divorced him over a year ago and it’s finally happening.
Book signing and camping at the beginning of June. Rest of family currently on a mission trip in southeastern TN. Heading to San Diego in July. Then kids start back up with fall sports and activities
Nothing planned this summer except adding solar panels to our home and taking our Jeep out on some trails. Counting down the days until our Caribbean cruise in September.
Happy Summer Julie!!
Just got back from a short NOLA vacation with the hubs. I went right back to work. Having my sister here in Houston for a couple weeks. Just lots of working going on.
My husband and I will be married for 53 years in august – We are going to try to go back to the same place we went on our honeymoon
I have been reading a lot this summer and learning to bake. Also, I am inviting a new puppy into my home this summer. His name is Hershey!
This summer I am going to repaint my living room walls. Also, journaling more and reading a lot!
Just came back from Greece went there for vacation so now I have to go back to work
but in September I’m going for a week to Edinburgh Scotland for the #rare event over there.
I’m so stoked for that. Meeting my favorite authors and new to me authors but also meeting my
book friends.
Reading your new books julie with a glass of wine and sitting in my newly renovated garden. Thats my only plan for this summer. Xx
I am working and trying to help my 92 year old father. He seems to be failing more each week. It takes a lot of time and energy out of me. I hope someone is around to help me in my old age.
I’ll be working and trying to navigate and help my husband get through his cancer treatments. He is on his second round of chemo. Hopefully this works and he starts to feel better. We have a 9 year old daughter and she needs her daddy.
Nothing much no money to do much beach is about all
I will be trimming hedges, cutting grass and tending my gardens. My 96 year old mother is developing dementia and since she lives alone I am her sole caregiver. I hope to spend time with my grandkids as well since school is over. Books are my escape from life’s responsibilities so it would be nice to receive your gift box to start reading your new world of characters. Have a great summer and good luck on the move.
My daughter is off to college which means I’m finally going to get some reading time!!! Hoping to catch up on your Sick series as I haven’t been able to get back to them. Good luck with your move! Would love to hear about how you are moving your animals! Thanks for all your books!!!
I have just retired (due to Ill health) and am going to spend time with family and friends making memories to last a lifetime.
Congratulations on the new release, Julie!
I have no specific plans for the summer yet. However, I will be staying in the house with the a/c on, especially if we have more days over 100°.
I’m staying out of the heat as much as possible and catching up on some great books
It’s so hot in the summer in India. So I tried to stay in and read as much as possible.
I am officially back to work from maternity leave. So of course I’m already planning vacations. We have decided to do a bunch of mini vacations instead of one big one. So we are going to the zoo, aquarium, water Park, the science center in our state, and the local beach. Just trying to spread the fun out and spend as much time with my boys as possible!
This summer I plan to read and try too stay cool
For the most part, we are having a lazy summer. We had been planning since last September to go to NOLA for Dark Star, then that was canceled. I cried HARD. The only reason we were going was so that I could meet you, Julie. We are still going to NOLA at the same time and we might attend the “Making lemonade from lemons” party. Hopefully, I can still meet some narrators and authors while there. I am hoping that you, Julie, will still be going to NOLA too. If so, is love to buy you a drink, a coffee, or something and thank you for all of your books and caring for your readers.! Have a great summer and good luck with your move! Xoxo
hopefully get more house maintenance done and work on the car to keep it running.
Lots going on this summer. I just packed out from Ghana in West Africa and I’m planning to spend mid July to mid September back home between Atlanta, Orlando, Beaufort, Wilmington, Anderson and DC, then off to Pakistan. All of this with 9 suitcases, my dog, husband and son in tow. It will be interesting but I can’t wait to be back home and by now I’m used to the drill. In my spare time and will be enjoying all your incoming books. My heart will be full.
My friend retired in the winter, and we plan to a lot of patio drinking and eating.
this summer will be pretty low key, we will be doing a lot of swimming, going to the movies, there is a pottery paint place the kids love, and probably a few day trips out of town
I will be spending lots of time at the beach with my niece!
Gardening…and more gardening.
Congratulations on the new release. The covers alone are worth the venture into the new world.
This summer I’ll be practicing my photography at the nearby horse shows. They draw a big crowd so lots of pretty ponies to take pictures of. I’ll also be spoiling my two horses with bathing and grooming sessions.
I’m spending a few days in Venice then a week cruise around the Mediterranean after that work, work and try to keep up with year one as a mature student doing a project management degree
I live in the desert of hot, hot Arizona so this summer I plan to spend a month at the beaches in cool San Diego. I am lucky that I have a sister wo lives there and we can visit at the same time.
Heading to Colorado for the very first time and getting my first tattoo in Denver! Also started some narration coaching. I have modest radio and theater experience but after years of people telling meI have a good voice for acting, I decided to get a mentor and learn the basics. Of course your books will be my travel companions all summer!
I haven’t decided what to do with my time off this summer yet. I have every Friday off until Labor Day plus a full week in August. I’m sure it will involve a lot of reading!
Trying to determine what I want to do as the next chapter of my life!!!
I will ALWAYS read your books no matter if you finish a series or not. This summer I’ll be watching our home continue being built which I’m excited about. Hopefully, weather permitting, it should be done by October. Happy moving! I can’t wait to see your new farm!
Nothing really planned for the summer but we’re thinking of going to Washington to visit my in-laws in September
I’m celebrating many birthdays this summer.
I’m doing a lot of travel this summer.
Planning on celebrating my daughter’s 18th birthday in July, then she’s off to college in the fall! My husband and myself will be empty nesters!
Going back to our favorite vacation place, south of France
Last minute caregiver for my mother with dementia in a different state. Getting ready to take her to her home country and interview dementia nurses. And of course listening to romance audio books.
I’m so excited to go to the OneRepublic concert grand opening the new Colorado Springs amphitheater!! And, of course(!!), reading some brand new books from authors that I LOVE! Hey, Julie!
It’s the busy season at work, so I’m going to be dispatching concrete trucks from dark to dusk 5 days a week, and reading to relax in my off time.
Hading to Hawaii for the first time with the hubby for our 25th anniversary. I moved from the northeast to southwest so it’s much closer than flying from NY. Yay!
Good luck with the move!! My family moved to a new state one month ago. So, we are still unpacking and getting settled. It’s not been an especially fun summer, but exciting in its own way!!
Since I can’t travel like I usually do. I am just relaxing. Though I’m not sure what to do with myself since I am hardly ever home in the summer except to do laundry and leave again
This summer I am spending quality time with my family. We are going swimming a lot and going on little family outings. I am a teacher so I am trying to make the most of what little time I have before school starts and I am too busy running around like a chicken with my head cut off lol.
I’m so excited to go to the OneRepublic concert grand opening the new Colorado Springs amphitheater!! And, of course(!!), reading some brand new books from authors that I LOVE! Hey, Julie!
I’m not personally going anywhere but I am house and dog sitting my brother in the beginning of July and in August I’m house and dog sitting for my grandparents so they can go to their 50th school reunion.
Thank you for the chance
I am taking a trip to TN to surprise my parents. I haven’t seen them in 4 years and what better way to see them with a surprise. My daughter will be going with me. I’ll be celebrating my birthday on the 20th of July. Doing family stuff with our daughter until she starts school again as a Senior in high school! Oh my! Thank you for the chance!
I’m just staying home this summer. I don’t have any vacation plans. I will just try to relax at home and avoid the heat as much as possible. I hope your big move across the country goes well. If you’re moving the animals in the heat, that will be really tough for them and you.
I don’t have any international travel plans this summer, but I will be visiting family in Austin depending on the weather. I have a great-nephew I have yet to meet, and I am super excited to squeeze him! I mean it’s already hot as all get out so that might change to Spring next year LOL
My summer is full of reading books and planning my daughters wedding.
Will be going to or trailer which is 5 hours away. It isvin a secluded firest, quiet and peaceful almost every other week. We gave been up once already fir 4 days. I finally caught a fish there.
My mother and I are going on a girls trip to Pennsylvania in mid July. We have never been to the east coast, so this will be an exciting new experience for both of us.
Oh my…what a heatwave this summer! I’m enjoying my days inside quite a bit because of the heat! But I’m spending time with my kids who are adults. Trying to keep my shrubbery and flowers alive with evening watering. I get full sun from early morning until 4 pm or so., but then the mosquitos start coming out and they love me.
Hope everything going smoothly in your move across country. I’m very excited for your new stories to come out! Take care of yourself. 
As many water parks as possible for the kids and definitely the beach! We haven’t seen family in over seven years, so definitely making visits
Trying to avoid any excessive heat, hopefully being outside some with the pups. May be heading to Maine in the fall. Looking forward to that.
We just got back from some time in Vegas. It was hot AF there, but it was away from home, and that’s what I really needed. I’m super excited about the books you’re putting out now!!
Working, working, working – with listening to audible books during every spare minute. A little travelling (some for work) and enjoying the Rocky Mountains, where if you go high enough (in altitude) you can escape the heat
Vacation now with 5 grandchildren
Love it . Relaxing
Gardening, canning and enjoying my family. Have an early Fall trip planned but just hanging out in my home area now.
Going to a small, local Burn in upstate New York, and socializing with new friends I made in the neighborhood; volunteering every Tuesday for a local food distribution and working with a local food pantry. I love retirement!!
Reading too many books, preferably outside, in the shade, with a drink in my hand.
Remodeling the kitchen in our townhouse
I will be reading and working on my book blog. Researching on how to make more money online, so I can exit the United States
No plans this summer besides working as much as possible. Which means audio books all day, everyday
Just working and Rhinestone “blinging” ~ Ohh, maybe I should do your book cover! I haven’t done a book yet!
(IG:PoppiiDesigns)
I’m the boring side, I’m working on decluttering and giving things away to friends and donation centers. It’s going to feel great when it’s done! On the fun side, I’m looking forward to beach days, road trips, and camping! I hope you have a great Summer!
This Summer… working in the sun and playing in the sun!
Taking the family to five National Parks before Summer’s done!
Good times!
This summer we are doing a few projects in our house and saving for a family vacation to Tennessee in October
In am loving having early access to this wonderful series! As for this summer, my daughters and I are going around New Bern NC and taking pictures of all of the bear statues they have. They are all done by local artists and can be found not only in town but throughout the county. There are dozens of them!
. I am including the website for the bears below.
Reading books and relaxing before the new school year!
Trying to de-hoard my house but it’s hard and I atupidly procrastinated and now the weather is hot.
No plans. Just work and taking care of my health. I’m loving all your recent covers
. Good luck with your move!!!
I’m walking, walking and walking. I live in England and have not been able to see my kids and grandkids in the States since right before Covid due to health reasons. But I finally had a heart procedure and we’ve added new inhalers so I am buying us tickets for September. Thus the walking. I need to lose weight. Airplane seats are damn small, and I am not, damn small that is. So walking it is! Thanks Julie, the box and items are brilliant!
Just planned a short trip to Vegas.
I started the summer by tearing 2 ligaments in my ankle, so yeah, summer isn’t shaping up the way I planned, BUT I leave for London in a week for a trip I’ve had planned since November and I end that trip with a day at Wimbledon (huge tennis fan) so I’m not gonna let slow gimpy walking get me down!
The name of game this summer is work, work, and more work. Two jobs and getting my son ready to enter college pretty much fills it up. I’m already stressing at how little time there is! I need a summer break. LOL
My only highlight of the Summer will be our long awaited trip to Jamaica the end of August. We can not wait to escape from real life for 10 days!
I’m cleaning the garden area. Then I’ll do some small repairs around the house. I have health issues, so I’m staying close to home. Then I may do some reading, that’s my way of relaxing.
Traveling in the US and reading JA Huss books. Finally reading the Junco series and loving it!
Just spending time with family. We had hard time the last couple weeks.
Just spending time with family at the pool and lake.
I am spending my summer taking our 16-year old son to follow-up appointments and immune IV infusion treatments after a scary six-day stay at Children’s Hospital Detroit for internal bleeding. We were lucky to get a diagnosis of Ulcerative Colitis, and auto-immune disorder, and a great treatment plan to rebuild his immunity instead of putting him on steroids for 6-months. As scary as the situation was for us, we were blessed to be at a great hospital with amazing doctors, nurses, and staff. These appointment will give me lots of time to read and listen to Julie’s books. We know things could have been so much worse, so we are all trying to see the blessings we have every day.
BTW last year his twin brother spent his year at Children’s Hospital for pre-tests to get a Pulmonary Valve replacement last October 2023. His second heart surgery since his open heart surgery at 8-weeks old. So we look for the small blessings every day.
I really don’t have any solid plans for the summer. Mainly just more catchup work around the house and trying to get things finished i’ve had to keep putting off because of the constant attack on my body from chronic illness and the affect it’s having on my mental health. My focus is to try and be kinder to myself about the situation, and just do what i can to push myself through this. And just hope the fall months will bring some answers and much needed relief. Congrats on your release though. Can’t wait to read it. And good luck with your move.
Nothing planned for the summer, but looking forward to getting back to reading again and taking a much needed vacation this winter.
Sadly not a lot of anything for the remainder of the summer. Just got back from California for a long weekend
Visiting area libraries to get library cards to save space and money
Traveling around the US and judging barbecue
My husband died in March. I am still trying to process the sadness and my life moving forward. Sometimes I don’t feel like doing a thing. I talk to friends, make myself do chores and think about what to do in the future.
I will be chilling at my house with the kids. It will be another staycation for us.
Reading, spending time with my husband, and grandchildren. Family reunion in early August. 50th high school reunion in September.
I’m also reading/listening to a buffet of books!
This summer I will go to the Shaker Nature Center and walk on the boardwalk over Doan Creek. One time I spied a grey heron who slowly moved behind a skinny tree. He hid his head, but the rest of his body was showing. The animals and birds check on me as I watch them.
My family has a lot of summer birthdays, so there will be a lot of celebrating and cake!
I’ve been working alot of overtime so far this year, running errands for a friend in a nursing home, had a huge family yardsale, growing tomatoes and stuff to can soon and loving my family. I need a vacation soon!! Lol
We just got back from a family vacation, we had a lot of fun at the beach
No travel this year, but we set up a pool , so looking forward to the
Julie, good luck with the move! This summer I’ll be working. Taking a week off of work this summer but have yet to plan anything, definitely going to have to remedy that. My youngest is off to camp for a week and is getting ready to head out in a few minutes. My oldest two are both working full time. So it’s a weird feeling, finding this new found freedom of time, when it hasn’t existed in so long. I’m going to go start planning, hope you have a great summer!
Spending weekends at the lake, meanwhile remodeling my kitchen
Well this summer I get to meet a guy that I have been talking to for almost 3 months to and I think is the one me. He makes me happy and that’s what matters.
I will be working most of it. I help take care of my dad as well while my mom is at work. My husband and I would love to get the opportunity to go camping and enjoy nature. We haven’t been able to do that in several years because of our schedules.
Mostly working, but getting in a break to visit with family and help my mom while she’s recovering from a fall. Hopefully a few day trips with the husband and kiddos too.
Mostly working, but getting in a break to visit with family and help my mom while she’s recovering from a fall. Hopefully a few day trips with the husband and kiddos too.
Working to clear 24 years of clutter from my overfilled house. Time to lighten the load.
Just arrived home from a two week vacation in Istanbul.
No specific plans. Just enjoying the warm weather.
Unfortunately, I have to have surgery on my knee. Rehab will take at least 2 months, taking me into September. I can’t go before surgery as I can’t walk for long periods due to increased pain. Hopefully we may be able to do something in September. We will see. Everyone else enjoy your summer. Sorry JA that you will be packing and moving over the summer. Sounds like a lot of work. If I could I’d come and help, but alas I cant.
HAPPY SUMMER!!!!!
As the main caregiver for my youngest grand-children, my personal time is limited to when they take naps. However, all of us will be going to TN mid-July for the other 2 grandkid’s joint b-day party. So that will be our little mini vacation this year. We are not planning anything until our 38th anniversary in late October! Wishing you a safe and uneventful move with all of your animals!
Congrats Renee! you’re my winner! Please respond to the email I sent!
This summer I plan on lots of swimming!! For the past 5 summers I haven’t really been able to do much with my kids. I was always busy working. But recently I was let go from work because the business I worked for was closing its doors. So this summer I get to spent everyday swimming or doing activities with my 3 beautiful kids and more READING! Lol
I’m working all summer. Taking care of sick people in California’s busiest ER. Enjoying fun, sun and grandbabies on my days off.
My son is a senior in high school and plays baseball in the spring, summer and fall so we’re traveling around most weekends for his summer tournaments.
So far just working but hoping to be able to take some days off here and there to have some fun!
I’m renovating my kitchen, dining and my daughter’s room. I’m also changing the flooring in my living room so suffice it to say that my house is a holy mess. I go on vacation with the family in two weeks and I’m so looking forward to it! I need to step away from this holy mess for a minute and I’m looking forward to it. We’re going on a cruise
. Have a lovely summer Julie!
I will be working most of the summer but I visited my son and plan to go to Florida to visit my parents.
I just got home from 3 days in Louisville Kentucky, knockout bookbash book signing, absolutely great time and proceeds go to charity and this is a military dog charity, Jennifer Madden is a founder of the group, and my sister and oldest niece will be visiting over 4th of July and I have to work and won’t be able to see much of them but my kids and grandkids will so that’s a plus, thank you for the opportunity
Heavy duty gardening. I’m in a new job, and not allowed to take vacation first 90 days…. Taking care of parents, who have moved closer into an assisted living, but are still in a single-family home. Hanging with the grandkids.
Loving this series!! <3
Lots of gardening, tearing down my garage and putting up a fence. I can’t wait to have a beautiful backyard I can enjoy!
My oldest daughter turns 16 this summer!! And she has had a hell of a past few years. I’m so proud of how far she has come battling her PTSD and her wish this summer is to go to Sea World in a “poofy” dress, so that is what we will do. My youngest daughter is turning 13 a few days before that and she wants a big water party, western themed, at our house with a water slide. So we’re making that happen too
Throw my birthday in there somewhere and it’s a grand celebration weekend (we’re packing it all into one weekend to fit in with my husband’s work schedule). Should be a bit of stress with a lot of fun!
Lots going on. I have family holidays, fundraising with my daughter for her volunteering at a school in Kenya and Jury Service
Well, trying to spend my summer trying to not go too crazy
Between work, traveling out of state for work as well, my youngest son’s sports and camps, both my twins work and have started college. I am just trying to squeeze in some memories between all that and needing to fix a dozen or so things around my house (yuck…).
This summer I am working on our big garden we put in this year. We are looking forward to the fresh vegetables and we will be canning the extras for this winter
I’ll be working. Haven’t had a vacation in years
No big plans this summer as my hubbys work is going to be crazy but we are planning on going to the Ren. Fair at some point and camping.
This summer going out more with my mom going down to the lake. She was getting cancer treatment last summer didn’t do much. Also got some time to plant my flower garden this year. Thank you for the great giveaway and Happy Summer!
I’m planning for a vacation. Hopefully a cruise.
I’m thrilled to see a release week giveaway accompanying the launch. It’s a fantastic way to engage readers and build anticipation. Looking forward to diving into this new series!