 Greetings to all of you, I hope you’re all doing well as we come to the end of summer, at least for those living in cooler places than Orlando. We’re still happy in our new home and city after a year since moving to Florida. In July, we adopted a sweet dog, Chloe, a rescue Pyrenees who’s about four years old. She’s certainly an added pleasure to life when she’s not trying to run away again, but that’s another novel. I’d like to tell you about a two-day, 99-cent price deal on Back of the Yard for Kindle, which will run today and tomorrow, Sept. 15 and 16. I’m sure you’ll enjoy the story of Betty O’Leary and her family as they struggle to overcome the Great Depression, family tragedy, mental illness, and their realization that love, hope, and family can heal most wounds. I just received word that the book is a finalist in the 2022 Readers’ Favorite Book Award Contest, which is its fourth book award. Yay! Hope you enjoy the book, and/or any other reading you’re doing right now. Sending warm (or cooler) wishes to you! Happy reading, Meg  “Born in 1944 on south side of Chicago into an Irish Catholic family I related to this story so much. Got pulled right into this family's story. Brought back so many memories of life back then. Thank you for writing this story. It is a time capsule.” —Patricia R., Amazon reader
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 Greetings to all of you, I hope you’re doing well, although these times are still unsettling. After months of planning, we finally moved from Houston to Orlando in late July. It’s great to be near our daughter and family, but I really miss my book club friends in Houston. I hope to find a group here. We’re also still dealing with moving issues like damaged furniture and a missing sofa. Oh, well, it’ll pass! I’m dropping a line to tell you that Back of the Yard will be free for Kindle from today through Sunday, September 26. I’m sure you can relate to the characters and themes in this family tale of the Great Depression. All the best to you, and happy reading. Meg  Set in the south Chicago neighborhood of Sinclair’s The Jungle, Betty O’Leary grows up during the Depression, struggling to scrape by in this harsh, foul-smelling, yet compassionate area. The youngest in her Irish Catholic family, Betty is overshadowed by her pretty older sister, and when tragedy threatens to shatter her world, Betty is sent away to stay with relatives.
As grief and loss take its toll on family members, Betty eventually meets Phil, who offers hope for long-awaited happiness. But secrets begin to unravel, and depression gradually descends on Betty. Is a family history of asylums and madness the cause? And unlike her disturbed mother, will she ever find peace and fulfillment? “Being from Chicago and Irish made this book somewhat relatable. The author did a good job describing time and place.” —Jeanne B., Amazon review Hi, Everyone, I hope you are doing well during this time, and I think we can all finally see an end in sight to the pandemic. Meanwhile, only two weeks until June 3rd when my new book, Back of the Yard is released. So I'm offering you a free sample of the book so you can meet Betty O'Leary and begin her journey through the Great Depression and into the 1950s. Click the link below. Early reviewers say, "...a beautifully written story with vivid imagery, characters that come off the page, and a narrator that could pass for a chat with an old friend." "A story of struggle, compassion, and the determination to overcome life's obstacles. The reader is cheering for Betty through every step of her journey. A must-read book." "The first chapter had me hooked because there was so much I could relate to personally. The timing, dynamic and language come together here to build suspense and a compelling desire to read on. What is going to happen? Where are we heading here?" Not that I'm old, but I recall roller skating with the wheels clamped on my shoes, hopscotch on the sidewalk, and my cousin's grandma had a collection of dishes that actually came in flour sacks! For those of you who'd like to write a review or quick blurb on Amazon and/or Goodreads on June 3rd or after, I'll send a reminder right before with a direct link to the page. Thanks so much for reading this, and I hope you all stay safe and in good health. Happy reading, Meg  Set in the south Chicago neighborhood of Sinclair’s The Jungle, Betty O’Leary grows up during the Depression, struggling to scrape by in this harsh, foul-smelling, yet compassionate area. The youngest in her Irish Catholic family, Betty is overshadowed by her pretty older sister, and when tragedy threatens to shatter her world, Betty is sent away to stay with relatives.
As grief and loss take its toll on family members, Betty eventually meets Phil, who offers hope for long-awaited happiness. But secrets begin to unravel, and depression gradually descends on Betty. Is a family history of asylums and madness the cause? And unlike her disturbed mother, will she ever find peace and fulfillment? The story gives voice to those struggling with emotional pain and shows how families can heal with love, courage, and promise. It tells of a neighborhood reflecting America’s cultural changes and how one’s childhood is forever present.  Greetings to all of you, Once again, I hope you have been keeping safe and healthy in these uncertain times. I'm happy to offer you a $.99 deal for A Letter from Munich on Kindle. This will run from today, June 11, through Saturday, June 13. My thanks to all of you who have read the book already and posted a review on Amazon and/or Goodreads. Reviews mean so much, and I truly appreciate your time. My next book will feature Jack Bailey's Aunt Betty as she grows up during the Depression era in south Chicago. It's taking more time than I'd like, but it's a worthwhile project. I hope you enjoy your summer reading, and please stay safe. My best to you, Meg  “A Letter from Munich is touching, frightening, and revealing...” —Author's Reading “...thoroughly engrossing as Jack Bailey searches for meaning by way of memories...against the backdrop of the Third Reich and war from the perspective of ordinary German citizens like Ariana...” —Midwest Book Review “There are family skeletons and secrets. It is a powerful novel.” —Amazon Reader Review |
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