Devyn Quinn's Blog, page 4
December 14, 2021
Closing out the year~
Dear Readers,
As we walk into December 2021, I’m looking back on the last year and feeling so thankful about all that has happened since December 2020.
This time last year, I’d soon learn that Harlequin was buying my manuscript, which would be The Cowboy’s Amish Haven. When the offer came in, I was stunned to say the least. I was also terrified. I’d been away from publishing since 2021, and now here I was, about to embark on a new career in a new genre in which I was to debut as an unproven author. I wavered for days over whether or not to accept the contract. Yes, I’d wanted one and yes, I wrote the book with the intent of selling it to a publisher. But was I ready to go back into the demanding world of rewriting, editing, more rewriting and other pressing deadlines required to get a book onto the market? I wasn’t sure. I hovered on the brink of tucking in my tail and running away. I tried to tell myself an offer would be enough, that I had proven I could see a book in Inspirational fiction. Fortunately my fabulous agent was there to hold my hand through all the doubts, and I settled on accepting the contract. Was it easy? I won’t lie. It wasn’t. There were times when I was frustrated as I wound my way through the edits. Why did I miss this detail? How did I miss adding that one? Another typo??? Grrr.
I hammered myself unmercifully, questioning my ability to write a decent sentence…
But I got through it.
Time passed and release day rolled around. It was then I got the best news of my life. Not only were great reviews starting to trickle in, but the book had made the Publishers Weekly Bestseller list! I was over the moon with joy. All the hard work, angest, doubt and fear drizzled away and I knew then I had accomplished what I’d set out to do. I’d rebooted my career! Moreover, my agent old two more books in a new series! In that time, I finished FInding Her Amish Home and am waiting on edits. I’ve also turned over the proposal for Healing the Amish Widow’s Heart (title tentative) and am waiting to hear from my editor on its status.
So 2021 was quite a year. I’ve been so blessed to find a new path as a writer, one I intend to continue walking for many years. I am thankful for the many new friends and reads I have been in contact with, along with the people who support and advise me in my career. Without them, I wouldn’t have gotten this far. And glory to God, who has watched over me, allowing me to survive my near fatal accident in August 2020. I am truly humbled.
To close, I will wish you all a joyous holiday season. I won’t post against until 2022, but I can’t wait to see what the new year brings. I hope you’ll all be here to share the journey.
Sending love and light,
Devyn
December 7, 2021
Blog Tour & Giveaway
Dear Readers,
Join me on my first blog tour and giveaway for The Cowboy’s Amish Haven, which will run December 7th through December 11th. It’s the first time I’ve had a chance to get out and promote the book, and I’m inviting you all to join in for a chance to win some great prizes and learn a bit about the book (and the author, LOL)
There are prizes, including a new Kindle! So come on over and join in on the fun!
Click on the images, or go here to join the tour!
December 5, 2021
December 2021~
Dear Readers,
Just popping in to wish you all happy holidays. I’m here. I’ve just been busy writing and getting ready for the edit of my next Harlequin LI book, Finding her Amish Home (writing as Pamela Desmond Wright). The book is slated for a July 2022 release and is on Amazon now. Can’t wait to see the cover. Meanwhile, work on my 3rd LI book continues.
I’ll be checking again for the new year.
Wishing you all a joyous holiday season!
Devyn
July 18, 2021
May 19, 2021
May 2021 update~
Dear Readers,
Well, spring came, and with it we are getting some delayed April showers. Instead of being out on my motorcycle, I’ve been behind the computer, working on new books…
So what will happen with those? I’m pleased to announce I have signed with Harlequin for more Amish Love Inspired books in a new series,Humble Blessings. At this time, I don’t have any release dates, but I am crossing my fingers the first book, Her Amish Blessing (title tentative) will be out sometime in 2022.
Lots of things are going on behind the scenes, including plans for some giveaways! Books, swag and other goodies will be up for grabs as The Cowboy’s Amish Haven comes closer to release. You can join me at www.pameladesmondwright.com for all the latest on my LI titles. 
Keep on reading!
Devyn
May 2, 2021
Cover Reveal & new release news!
Dear Readers,
Yes, it is true. I do have a new book coming out later this year. My Harlequin Love Inspired title, The Cowboy’s Amish Haven will be out 8/21!
April 15, 2021
April 14, 2021
March 5, 2021
March 2020 Update~
Dear Readers,
It’s five days into March, so I am a little late with this update. To say things have been busy would be an understatement. First, copy edits for The Cowboy’s Amish Haven came in, and I was busy fixing and returning the file. And then the great Texas freeze hit. I was lucky enough to be on the edge of the state that wasn’t affected by the outages. And while we managed to keep heat and electric, I lost water for 4 days and a few pipes burst in the cold, so getting all that repaired took some time. All in all, I am grateful we got through it will as little damage as we did, though I will be quaking a bit when I open the propane bill.
As for February, it wasn’t the best month. In the wake of my accident, I find I am still struggling with depression. I just can’t seem to pull everything back to normal. I am hoping this phase will pass, as I should be working on a new book now that my Love Inspired Debut is heading toward the finish line and will be released in late August. Don’t get me wrong. I have a lot of blessings in my life and I am thankful every day I have a home, a job and the ability to get by in this world when others are struggling. I do my best to help where I can when I see the need. But sometimes I just can’t shake that dark cloud in my head and it often gets the better of me. I’m trying, though, and hope that March will bring brighter, warmer days as we head toward spring.
That’s about all to tell. Hoping you all stay well and warm. And keep on reading!
Cheers,
Devyn
February 27, 2021
Darkness Descending Update~
Dear Readers~
Just a quick note to let you all know the rights to Darkness Descending have been returned to me. I will be re-formatting and re-uploading the file for print and eBook shortly.
Thanks for your patience. I will also post an update for March, letting you all know what’s been going on with my other pen name, Pamela Desmond Wright, and my forthcoming Harlequin title, The Cowboy’s Amish Haven.
Cheers,
Devyn
