Tuesday, December 5, 6 p.m., the Charlevoix Public Library will host my last book talk and book signing of the year. If you’re in the area, it’s a good opportunity to hear how my life experiences played a role in writing my thriller Islands of Deception. I’ll also discuss the publishing process and what goes into getting a book into print.

Since my book was released in April, I am so grateful for the support shown to me by readers across the state. I have thoroughly enjoyed meeting so many of you at book talks and book signings. A big thank you to the bookstores, libraries, and others who hosted these events.

It’s been great to hear how people identified with the characters in the book and want to know what happens next. I’m pleased to report that I finished a rough draft of the sequel last week and it is now in the initial editing phase. There will be a few months of revisions and further editing before the book will be ready to start the publishing process. My hope is that it will hit shelves in the fall of 2024.