Where to Begin?

I've debated and hemmed for weeks on what to write. Everyday I get notice of another person signing up for the posts at this website and I'm speechless. I've received emails from some of you offering condolences on the loss of our nephew, others encouraging me to keep writing, and more just sharing they enjoyed my work. Thank you, one and all.

To be honest, this all feels like a dream come true. Sure, sales may not last and people who don't like the sex may trash the books, but hey, I've learned I can't please everyone. If I keep writing what I like, which is apparently what a lot of you like as well, then I should be okay.

Thank You

I can't say it anymore eloquently than those two words, and yet they don't seem to be adequate. Can they convey the joy I feel when readers take a chance on the work of an unknown author? Do they imply the wealth of gratitude I have for them sharing my work with others? I'm not sure.

Simply put: If it wasn't for you and your support in my work there would be no point in writing.

I'm not your typical author. I don't write because there are voices in my head and I just have to get the story out. I don't spend hours on my craft because I have nothing better to do. I'm limited with what I can do while I'm undergoing medical treatment and if I can keep this career going strong then I'll continue even when I'm healthy.

My husband and I have joked that I need to build a "seethe" of my own. A large family of readers who enjoy my work and like to use the Internet to tell everyone about a book they've read. Would you like to join my seethe? I promise, only the vampires will bite ;-)

Speaking of vampires—lots of people have asked about Vivian's past. I had intended book four would cover her and Rafe's past (and maybe it still will), but right now I'm debating on just releasing the short stories on the Internet for free. Smart readers like yourself, who have come to my website, will be the ones "in the know".

If you'd like to read the first installment, taking us back to Vivian's time as a young Irish woman, then please click here for the beginning. I'm currently hard at work on book three, Big Game, and will keep you all posted on its completion and release date.

A few die-hard fans have asked for V V Inn merchandise. Like a bloodcoffee mug or t-shirts. I think it sounds like fun and if I do it, I'll set it up here on the site and donate profits to fighting Lyme Disease (one of the diseases I'm afflicted with). I don't anticipate there will be lots of profits, but any little bit will help the cause.

Wishing you all a terrific end of the summer!
~ C.J.