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Talk of the Summer
July was a busy month with lots to report about my book Islands of Deception… #1 Book of the Summer at the Bookstore in Frankfort, Michigan The Bookstore in Frankfort Michigan informed me in late July that Islands of Deception is the best-selling book in their store so far this summer. Barbara Reed, co-owner of The Bookstore, commented, “This is…
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More Book Signings in July
A great book signing at The Bookstore in Frankfort on July 4th kicked off a busy month of events: July 14, 5 p.m. – Bay Books, 220 N. Saint Joseph St., Suttons Bay, MI: 2131-944-6809; baybooks.com. Facebook Live author interview followed by a book signing (books available for purchase). July 19, 3 p.m. – Beaver Island District Library, 26400…
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Another Book Signing Tomorrow Night
I’m looking forward to another book signing tomorrow night at Briggs District Library in St. Johns, Michigan, 6:30 p.m. This will be my second presentation on the “Story Behind the Story” of how I came up with the storyline for “Islands of Deception“. The first presentation I gave was at the Darcy Library of Beulah…
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Challenge Accepted
When I retired in August of 2019, Debbie M. Dodd gave me a beautiful journal with the note (pictured below). She added a challenge in the P.S.: “I expect to see at least one book published soon!” It’s taken me a few years, but as of last week I consider the challenge met. Thanks Deb…
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My New Book is One Step Closer to Print
This morning the last edits for my book Islands of Deception went to the publisher. This was the last proofread of the book before it goes to final layout and printing. It is a bit strange to be at this point in the process after writing and editing the manuscript for the last three years.…
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The Ultimate Setting
The sun settles into the horizon, closing out this day. The soothing rhythm of waves gently disperse against the sandy beach. A gentle breeze ruffles my hair. The clouds above begin to glow with fantastic hues of orange. This is what I love about northern Michigan and being close to such beautiful natural settings. It…
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Editing Nearly Complete on my First Crime Novel
I am excited that my first crime novel, Islands of Deception, is nearing the completion of the editing process. After three years of writing and editing, the final manuscript will go to the publisher in early November. This will start the self-publishing journey for me. The book is scheduled for release Spring 2023. The book…
Chris G Thelen, Author 