New Books … Brain Candy for December 2024

Stuff from Ann’s Brain…

Happy December!

How many Christmas movies do you think I can watch until my brain turns into sticky toffee pudding? I just might find out this holiday season.

Random life events happening here:

Our cat, Loki, had to have a bunch of his teeth pulled. Now he will probably gnaw us to death in our sleep.

Our daughter wrote an essay for Government on James Monroe, and one of things he’s known for is being President during a time in US history called the “Era of Good Feelings.” I’d like to live through a time called the “Era of Free Cake & Candy.” Or maybe the “Era of Fresh Baked Bread for All.”

My knees sometimes ache a little now when my legs get cold under my desk. This must be the reason why retiring in Phoenix or Tucson is so popular instead of up here in the mountains. But I’m still not ready to move south and take up residence one block from the sun for half of the year. Those Phoenicians are crazy tough.

Speaking of bread, Sam has been perfecting his sourdough bread recipe. Holy moly this man has my number! I just want to cuddle up on the couch with him and a whole loaf of his sourdough rosemary bread slathered in butter, maybe even use the bread as an edible pillow to nuzzle and nibble on while watching holiday movies until my brain morphs into that sticky toffee pudding.

Onto this month’s lowdown …

There is a lot of good news in store for you below:

Cops & Clobbers in Deadwood is AVAILABLE in ebook & print

HARDCOVER version of Nearly Departed in Deadwood is AVAILABLE

Last chance to sign up to be a Deadwood Deputy (& win fun prizes)

2025 Traveling with Ann Calendars BUY links

A FREE ebook from Dakota Cassidy

A chance to win a “Proof” version of Violet’s latest print book

And Peanut Butter Blossoms cookie recipe in time for the holidays!

Thank you for your kindness and friendship throughout 2024!

Ann

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Hang onto your hats… “Yet another great book! So many laugh out loud moments.” ~E. Boudreaux (Deadwood Mystery Series)  Violet Parker has big troubles these days—the ticking kind. To duck the Grim Reaper, she needs to get her hands on eighty-plus rare, mystical clocks locked up tight by a thick-headed detective. The solution? Highjack the truckload of ticking time bombs out from under Johnny Law’s nose… You can buy the ebook and/or print book from my online store OR at your favorite book retailer! Find buy links on Ann Charles Website Violet and her friends are back! “And she’s done it again—AWESOME book, Ann! Absolutely loved it!!! ~D. Herzog (Book 14) …But no caper ever goes according to plan. What starts out as a game of clocks and robbers twists and turns into a chaos of cops and clobbers. Will Violet beat the detective in time? Or will she spend Valentine’s Day behind bars? Grab this rowdy clock caper and escape from the holiday havoc! (Audiobook in Spring 2025) Pre-Order and autographed print book from Ann’s store.

 

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AVAILABLE NOW! Nearly Departed in Deadwood: HARDCOVER Collector’s Edition Grab the perfect gift for yourself or someone you really, REALLY like! For the first time, Nearly Departed in Deadwood is available as a hardback book. “The first time I came to Deadwood, I got shot in the ass.” ~Violet Parker The award-winning story has been polished to a fine shine. Plus, there’s a bonus “deleted scene” to enjoy at the end. You’re going to love the gorgeous new hardback cover! This book is for sale through my online store (where I can autograph it for you and throw in some fun swag) with a delivery date of mid-January. You can also purchase it through the usual book retail locations, including some international stores, too. Pre-Order from Ann’s Online Store today!

 

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LAST CHANCE to join Ann’s promo team until the next book! I need your help getting through the noise of the holidays to let other Violet fans (and maybe some new ones, too) know about my newest book. If you have a spare minute this month and want to help me, sign up to be a Deadwood Deputy. THERE ARE PRIZES TO BE WON! How do you sign up? Send an email to DeadwoodDeputy@gmail.com with your name and mailing address (CC Deputy in the Subject line); or send a message with your info via my website. Detailed instructions on ways to help will be emailed within a day or so after we receive your email. The last day to sign up is December 15, 2024. ***If you’ve already shared on social media or left a book review or dropped fliers about this release from an airplane, let me know!*** EMAIL Ann to join her Deadwood Deputies

 

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2025 Traveling with Ann Calendar Votes have been tallied and we’ve made new 2025 desk and wall calendars for those of you who enjoy my photography. You can either buy the 2025 AC Desk Calendar from my online store, or head over to Zazzle to grab a 2025 AC Wall Calendar. AC Zazzle 2025 Desk Calendar: $17 (includes shipping–but not the cat) Buy the 2025 AC Desk Calendar

 

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Author Star Spotlight for December 2024 Dakota Cassidy USA Today Bestselling author Dakota Cassidy lives for a good laugh in her life and in her writing. She writes humorous cozy mysteries along with both paranormal and contemporary romance. Her goals are simple: banish the color yellow forever, create world peace via hot rollers and Aqua Net, and nab every tiara in the land by competing in the Miss USA, Miss Universe, and Miss World pageants. And of course, write really funny, romantic, mysterious books! Dakota lives in Texas with her dogs and her husband, who puts the heroes in her books to shame. She loves, loves, loves to connect with readers, so visit her on Facebook Dakota Cassidy’s Website

 

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This month’s recipe: Peanut Butter Blossoms Another recipe from the Ann Charles MOON THE COOK cookbook, with recipes compiled by Mark and Michelle Davis. Enjoy this family-favorite cookie recipe from Mark Davis. YUMMMMM! More recipes available in my past monthly newsletters… This cookbook sold out in 2020, but now you have access to some of the great recipes via my monthly newsletters. Monthly Newsletters

 

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Wrap Up 

And on the writing front …

More books in all series coming your way as fast as I can write them, fingers and brain willing. You keep reading and I’ll keep writing, cold knees and all.

Happy Holidays to you and your family!
Ann