Deception Books Make Great Gifts

Yesterday was Native American Heritage Day! I messed up and failed to acknowledge it. Such an important history and contribution the Indigenous people have made to our world. I attempted to share some of the culture in “The Spirit Tree Deceptions”.
The books make great gifts. You will learn a little bit about the Indigenous people while reading an exciting mystery!
All four Deceptions books are on sale now through December 15th.
CONTACT ME FOR THE DISCOUNT in the comments below. I’ll have Amazon send it directly to you.
50% of sales go to a local non-profit The DEB project helping those in need.
“The Spirit Tree Deceptions” is also available at the Museum of Native American History in Bentonville. It’s an amazing museum of artifacts, culture, and Native American art!

Leaders With Wisdom

Some of my posts are part of my daily musings. Since I don’t have a “Work in Progress” at the moment, I will be posting some of these musings.

11/19/24
Heather Cox Richardson, a noted columnist and historian,  in “Letters From an American” wrote this week about the Civil War aftermath at Gettysburg where more than 7000 were killed in the battle. She reminded her readers of Abraham Lincoln’s brief but powerful speech commemorating the battle and dedicating the land to those who had fallen while so valiantly fighting to save their country in the belief that “all men are created equal”.

Her words got me to thinking about Lincoln and his navigation through that time in America. Lincoln was a self-taught but well-educated man, grounded with what some might say ‘the wisdom of Solomon’. He held serious beliefs and convictions about what constituted a great nation. At the time of his Gettysburg Address, our nation was divided and in danger of losing all that our forefathers had fought for almost one hundred years previously (“Four score and Seven years ago”.)

Sleepless nights. Shaken beliefs. Anger as well as a deep sadness. All must have consumed Lincoln. Yet, he spoke that day of the strength of those convictions upon which our nation was founded. He confirmed the belief that we were a union of equality. Brave men had fought, and many had died to uphold that declaration.

I wonder what President Lincoln would say about the state of our Union today. Our recent presidential election has presented us by electoral college vote with a man whose weak ethics and loose morals have been publicly exposed and shared by the man himself in a bold, unflinching boast of self-righteousness.

He vows to rewrite the Constitution and restructure our democracy creating not a democracy, but an oligarchy. His power brooks no argument, allows no denial of his wishes, or even questions about his edicts. He has refused to sign the  required transition agreements. He has warned of retribution against any who dare speak against him.

“Lock them up”. “Gather the dangerous criminal immigrants and their families and send them back.” “Shut down the media.” “Send in the troops to enforce all new laws.”
I wonder what Honest Abe would say? Can such a nation long endure?

Gail

 

Wishing Springs Arts Festival

The Wishing Springs Arts Festival is complete and I had a wonderful time. The event was well-organized and well-attended. Thanks to everyone who stopped by my booth and visited. I always enjoy visiting with new readers about the background and research I do for each of my Deception books, and especially the newest book in the series, “The Spirit Tree Deceptions.” Hope you enjoy the reads!
Gail

PEO CX Book Club with Spirit Tree Deceptions

My latest novel “The Spirit Tree Deceptions” was the book chosen for PEO CX book club discussion this month. We met Wednesday, and I so appreciated that these women honored me by listening to me babble about my writing process. These sisters are very special to me. Thank you so much.
L-R: Kathy Goodrich, Elaine Corwin, Kathy DuBois, Rosie Floyd, EddieLou Taylor, me, Joyce Boyles, Sharry McGuire, Cathy Woodburn, and Annie Drake.

Don’t Forget Your Friends

Need a last minute gift for a book-lover friend? Don’t forget SIGNED copies of each of the Deception books and the Little Dee7 book at the following local businesses near you.

At Mockingbird Coffee, Jane, MO

 

 

 

 

 

At Grumpy’s Peace, Love, and Coffee, in Gravette, AR,

Also at MONAH (Museum of Native American History) Bentonville, AR

 

Books now available at Mockingbird Coffee

Along with the spring daffodils, my books are popping up all over!
Have you been over to Mockingbird Coffee in Jane, MO? Stop by for a cup of coffee and a treat. And while you’re there…
CHECK OUT THE DISPLAY AT MOCKINGBIRD COFFEE IN JANE, MO. (Just past the Booneslick Lodge.) You’ll find my children’s books, “Little Dee 7” (and a bell to play) and “The Spirit Tree Deceptions” mystery books. Signed copies available at the Mockingbird Coffee Shop. Stop by soon before the books disappear!