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BYWAYS: September Sale [Over the Bridge]

Today’s Free Book. Another day, another reminder that I have a sale underway. Today, you can catch the e-book for Byways Book #3, Over the Bridge: A Zane Johns Adventure for free! GET IT NOW

September 1 – Book #1 was free. Now back to its regularly scheduled 99 cents.
September 2 – Book #2 was free. Now back to regular price, $4.99.
September 3 – Book #3 is free on Amazon!
September 4 – Book #4 will be free.

And for those of you who are Amazon Prime Members, I’ve placed the Byways books in...

ART: Team Hunt [Deuce]

This is what he’d been looking forward to. Seeing Ulrica in action. And in his current role, the view was sublime. Aye, she was twelve. But she was also relentless, resourceful, and ridiculously eager. — excerpted from Deuce

The Galleries of Stone trilogy is complete, but there are plenty of stories left to tell. As time allows, I’m framing a new trilogy that’s full of Meadowsweets, Harrows, and even a Rakefang or two. And short stories are scheduled to make an appearance at regular interval...

BYWAYS: Aboard the Train [FREE]

Quick Reminder! The September Sale continues. Today’s freebie is the e-book for Byways #2, Aboard the Train: A Ewan Johns Adventure. GET IT NOW

September 1 – Book #1 was free. Now back to its regularly scheduled 99 cents.
September 2 – Book #2 is free on Amazon!
September 3 – Book #3 will be free.
September 4 – Book #4 will be free.

Nab your copies! And while you’re at it, tell a parent, teacher, librarian, homeschooling family, and/or adventure-loving friend! Because books without readers...

BYWAYS: September Sale

Free Days! I was one of those bookish kids who couldn’t wait for September and back-to-school time. So to celebrate one of my favorite times of year, I’m kicking off some FREE days for the Byways Books. If you’re still lacking titles, this is your chance to fill in the gaps. And if you have friends who’d love these stories, this is the perfect time to tell them about it. Because … FREE!

Sept 1 – Book #1, On Your Marks is FREE – GET IT NOW
Sept 2 – Book #2, Aboard the Train is FREE
Sept 3 –...

LAST CALL: Nashville Postcards

Hey, y’all! Today’s the last day to take part in my mini-challenge & receive a postcard from Nashville, TN. (Because I fly home later today!) For more information

WAYPOINT LOG: Stamp In

Magic isn’t the only legacy Mr. Ian Johns wants for his bickering sons. The Postmaster hoped the boys would bond during a family trip, but they twist his vacation plans into a race. Ewan, Zane, and Ganix soon find themselves far from home, facing choices that are far from easy. Three routes stretch from coast to coast. The rules: each brother—and his two companions—must check in at post offices along their route. At these waypoints, they stamp in with their personal seal and report their pro...

FREE DAYS: Up the Mountain [Byways #4]

Free Day! Just a quick note to let you know that one of the Byways e-books is currently FREE! This series tells the stories of three brothers who take sibling rivalry to new lengths by racing each other across their homeland. Geared for young readers, the books are full of the sorts of things I enjoy: mythical creatures, quirky folks, kind deeds, loyal friends, and a touch of magic. If you homeschool (like we do), you’ll also appreciate the educational twist. Each book is tied to a state, an...

MAILBAG: Gonzales, Texas

One of the reasons I issued the Byways Hometown Challenge was so I could get a peek at the different corners of the world where readers are from. Every place is special for one reason or another. And many towns have a claim to fame. Lately, my post office box has been bursting with good things. And so today, I’ll show you the lovely pile of postcards sent from Megan in Gonzales, Texas.

Her packet arrived safely tucked into a card with a profusion of pink blossoms which she said would look p...

Deuce, Chapter 20: Hill, Thrill

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Hill, Thrill

Ulrica and her brother danced with exceptional polish, as if trained to the art, yet with obvious enjoyment. All through the evening, Aurelius catered to their whims with extravagant compliments, discreet haggling, and a net bag of melons. Frey’s instructors would doubtless enjoy them, and Aurelius’s pockets were weighted with more coin than he’d carried since … ever.

He’s a dismal haggler. Or a grateful brother. Aurelius strongly suspected the latter but chose to believe th...

TENNESSEE TRIP: Mini-Challenge

Nashville. Once upon a time, I lived roundabout Nashville, Tennessee, and next week I have the chance to go back for a visit. Since travel is one of the best excuses for sending postcards, I’m issuing another mini-challenge. If you’ll review one of CJ’s titles before 8/24/15, I’ll put a little something in your mailbox.

Byways Books

Galleries of Stone

Please do compose an honest review with potential readers in mind. Also, be sure to comment here, letting me know you took part. Have you al...