The Peterson Patter - November 2024


The Peterson Patter

November 2024

Hey there, everyone!

I need to start with an apology. My goal is to send out a newsletter every month, but I’ve failed miserably this year, and I’m sorry about that. I hope to do better in 2025.

I have a few things to tell you about in this issue:

1. A new multi-author series that I’m participating in.

2. More details about my book in the above mentioned series (plus the opportunity to receive an ARC ebook!).

3. Book plans for next year.

4. Signings I’m attending in 2025.

Once Upon a Holiday Story - Series Announcement

8 authors

8 happily ever afters

This holiday season spend time cuddling up with the multi-author series Once Upon a Holiday Story. Eight gorgeous stories by eight talented authors. By the time you finish you'll be smiling for days.

Preorder the entire series here:
https://mybook.to/OUAHS2

About the series:

Once Upon a Holiday Story is a multi-author series. Each book can be read as a standalone and in any order. What links these books together is The Hook’s Book Nook Traveling Library, a library on wheels owned by two old ladies in love.

The covers are designed by the talented Kelley York of Sleepy Fox Studio.

Here’s the release schedule:

Once Upon a Second Chance by Davidson King (November 15th)

Once Upon a Mistletoe Kiss by Sammi Cee (November 19th)

Once Upon a Holiday Vacation by Annabella Michaels (November 22nd)

Once Upon a Lullaby Lane by K. York ( November 26th)

Once Upon a Christmas Con by Skylar M. Cates ( November 29th)

Once Upon a Christmas Song by Mary Calmes ( December 3rd)

Once Upon a Yuletide Romance by R.J. Peterson (December 6th)

Once Upon a Goth Dog Solstice by R.L. Merrill (December 10th)

What an amazing way to spend the holiday season!!!!!


Once Upon a Yuletide Romance

My contribution to the aforementioned series is Once Upon a Yuletide Romance. It takes place in my Hawthorne Bluff universe and features Billy Hargrove, who works at Bradly House B&B.

BLURB:

Calculus is kicking Will Hargrove’s butt. When fellow student Tom Dawson suggests they study together, both hope it will improve their grades in the college class. Spending time together leads to more than just a passing grade, and a tentative romance blooms, however Tom’s negative feelings about relationships—thanks to his mom’s attitude about her failed marriage—keeps most of his feelings at bay.

One thing leads to another and soon the men are willing to admit their true feelings, but can Tom get past his mother’s influence and open himself up to a full relationship? The annual Yuletide festival is the perfect occasion to spend time together, connect and enjoy everything the holiday festival has to offer.

This holiday story is set in the small town of Hawthorne Bluff and features strangers to lovers, commitment fears, and a happily ever after.

Once Upon a Yuletide Romance is a part of the multi-author series Once Upon a Holiday Story. Each book can be read as a standalone and in any order. What links these books together is The Hook’s Book Nook Traveling Library, a library on wheels owned by two old ladies in love.

You can pre-orderOnce Upon a Yuletide Romance here:
https://mybook.to/OUAYR

If you’re interested in joining my ARC team for this book, just click on the link below and fill out the form. You’re not guaranteed a copy; it will depend on how many people actually sign up.

https://forms.gle/o5u7EmF5hyqEP9G17

My Plans for Next Year

While everything is always subject to change, here are the books I’m planning on releasing next year:

Footprint on My Heart (working title)

This will be something new for me - a paranormal-ish romantic suspense-type story. It was inspired by a writing prompt during a writer’s retreat I attended in August. I wrote ~600 words during a ‘free writing’ session and was encouraged to keep on going. The story features a widower, the ghost of his dead husband, and a medium who tries to help the spirit move on. Anticipated release is Spring 2025.

Catching Courtland - Hawthorne Bluff, book 3

Finn & Ash’s brother Court is up next. He’s a lieutenant in the Hawthorne Bluff Fire Department and one of his new hires has his eye set on Court. Will Court finally break down and let himself be wooed? Only time will tell.

Title Redacted (Holiday Project)

I’m part of a Holiday Anthology for 2025 and for that, I’ll be writing a new story in my SEAsons of Love universe. Yep, we’ll head back on the Ocean Voyager for a week-long Christmas cruise where a new couple will find love. And don’t worry, bar waiter Gabe, bartender Nik and all the guys from the previous stories will be on board to help the new guys find their HEA.

This will be the last story in this series and once the anthology commitment is over, I’ll be preparing a box set release of all 5 stories, including a paperback version!

Signings I’m attending in 2025

I’m currently committed to 3 events in 2025 and I’m planning on adding a 4th (once I’m confirmed!).

If all goes according to plan, I’ll be adding GRL on October 10-11 in Scottsdale, AZ to the list!

That's it for this month, my friends! Until next time, stay well and keep reading!

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