Hi,
My
name is L. B. Joyce. I am the author of the series, Twelve Months, Twelve Love
Stories. So far, there are 6 books in the series with A January to Remember,
the latest published in December of 2019.
name is L. B. Joyce. I am the author of the series, Twelve Months, Twelve Love
Stories. So far, there are 6 books in the series with A January to Remember,
the latest published in December of 2019.
I
am a freelance artist by day, with Christmas ornaments my specialty, and a
writer by night. I also participated in quite a few recipe contests over the
years. (a finalist in the Pillsbury Bake-Off 2008, 2010 and 2012, Betty Crocker
and Nestles, to name a few.) I2527ve lived in the Northeast suburbs of Cleveland,
Ohio, for my entire life. For the past thirty years or so, I2527ve lived in the
city of Chagrin Falls.
am a freelance artist by day, with Christmas ornaments my specialty, and a
writer by night. I also participated in quite a few recipe contests over the
years. (a finalist in the Pillsbury Bake-Off 2008, 2010 and 2012, Betty Crocker
and Nestles, to name a few.) I2527ve lived in the Northeast suburbs of Cleveland,
Ohio, for my entire life. For the past thirty years or so, I2527ve lived in the
city of Chagrin Falls.
One
can2527t help but imagine Chagrin Falls as the perfect little town for the set of
a romance movie. For those of you who2527ve had the chance to visit, you know what
I2527m talking about. For those of you who haven2527t, you should make it a point to
stop by and spend a day with us. I know you2527d love the small-town atmosphere.
And yes, as indicated in the name, there actually is a falls. As a matter of
fact, there are two – one is natural, the other man made. I2527m surprised the
Hallmark channel hasn2527t found us yet.
can2527t help but imagine Chagrin Falls as the perfect little town for the set of
a romance movie. For those of you who2527ve had the chance to visit, you know what
I2527m talking about. For those of you who haven2527t, you should make it a point to
stop by and spend a day with us. I know you2527d love the small-town atmosphere.
And yes, as indicated in the name, there actually is a falls. As a matter of
fact, there are two – one is natural, the other man made. I2527m surprised the
Hallmark channel hasn2527t found us yet.
So,
even though the first book of the series (A Million Decembers) was set in
Chicago, this changed when Kevin, the brother of one of the main characters in
that story gets a call to play baseball for Cleveland2527s professional baseball
team. From that point on, all the stories have taken place in the Cleveland
area. And this is where I intend to keep them. Since all of the characters have
become so close and their numbers have grown, each with their own distinct and
lovable personalities, I couldn2527t possibly shake up their lives and move them
somewhere else. This would be unthinkable.
even though the first book of the series (A Million Decembers) was set in
Chicago, this changed when Kevin, the brother of one of the main characters in
that story gets a call to play baseball for Cleveland2527s professional baseball
team. From that point on, all the stories have taken place in the Cleveland
area. And this is where I intend to keep them. Since all of the characters have
become so close and their numbers have grown, each with their own distinct and
lovable personalities, I couldn2527t possibly shake up their lives and move them
somewhere else. This would be unthinkable.
When
I first started working on A Million Decembers, a process that took me over two
years to finish, I had no intention of turning it into a series. Nope, I was
going to write one book, get it out of my system and leave it at that. But when
the few people I let read my manuscript suggested I keep the story going, I
thought, why not? Believe me, I more than questioned that decision in the very
beginning. What had made me think I2527d be able to write twelve books? Was I out
of my mind? But here I am, ready to start on book seven and still going strong.
I first started working on A Million Decembers, a process that took me over two
years to finish, I had no intention of turning it into a series. Nope, I was
going to write one book, get it out of my system and leave it at that. But when
the few people I let read my manuscript suggested I keep the story going, I
thought, why not? Believe me, I more than questioned that decision in the very
beginning. What had made me think I2527d be able to write twelve books? Was I out
of my mind? But here I am, ready to start on book seven and still going strong.
A
January to Remember is probably my favorite of what I2527ve
January to Remember is probably my favorite of what I2527ve
written
so far. But then I think this about every book when I finish it, something I2527m
sure most authors will agree. The process of leaving behind the characters you2527ve
nurtured for so long, to jump right in to the next story, can be hard. Really
hard. This is why I love writing a series. The characters never really leave,
popping up, here and there, to help carry on the stories that follow.
so far. But then I think this about every book when I finish it, something I2527m
sure most authors will agree. The process of leaving behind the characters you2527ve
nurtured for so long, to jump right in to the next story, can be hard. Really
hard. This is why I love writing a series. The characters never really leave,
popping up, here and there, to help carry on the stories that follow.
Chester,
who makes an appearance in the second book, For the Love of July,
who makes an appearance in the second book, For the Love of July,
is
the one character who2527s been my inspiration in writing this series. He2527d
the one character who2527s been my inspiration in writing this series. He2527d
probably
be very pleased to hear this since he really didn2527t come across as a
be very pleased to hear this since he really didn2527t come across as a
good
guy in the beginning. Since then, he2527s made an appearance in almost every new
story, always encouraged by Sophie, the love of his life and the woman he
claims changed his life. If a situation starts
to get out of hand or there2527s a problem to be solved, he2527s right there to set
things straight. But more importantly, he2527s proof that love can conquer all. He
also good at bringing humor into the mix, since most of the time, he just
doesn2527t get it. But don2527t worry, Sophie is always there to guide him.
guy in the beginning. Since then, he2527s made an appearance in almost every new
story, always encouraged by Sophie, the love of his life and the woman he
claims changed his life. If a situation starts
to get out of hand or there2527s a problem to be solved, he2527s right there to set
things straight. But more importantly, he2527s proof that love can conquer all. He
also good at bringing humor into the mix, since most of the time, he just
doesn2527t get it. But don2527t worry, Sophie is always there to guide him.
Humor
is something I2527ve made sure to include in my writing. After all, one can2527t be
serious all of the time. Especially when it comes to falling in love. A little
humor can get you through the worst of times. Ask Chester, he2527ll agree.
is something I2527ve made sure to include in my writing. After all, one can2527t be
serious all of the time. Especially when it comes to falling in love. A little
humor can get you through the worst of times. Ask Chester, he2527ll agree.
I
love writing in the romance genre because I love the happy ending that is always
a mainstay of each story. I don2527t know about you, but when I read a book or
watch a movie, I want the satisfaction of knowing everything turns out well in
the end. And with the huge following the romance genre draws, it appears I2527m
not the only one who feels this way. If you stop to think of all the movies
made over the years, you2527ll be hard pressed not to find a romance of some kind
worked into the story line. There are also so many sub-genres in the romance category,
enough to fit everyone2527s own personal taste. It2527s great to have so many
choices.
love writing in the romance genre because I love the happy ending that is always
a mainstay of each story. I don2527t know about you, but when I read a book or
watch a movie, I want the satisfaction of knowing everything turns out well in
the end. And with the huge following the romance genre draws, it appears I2527m
not the only one who feels this way. If you stop to think of all the movies
made over the years, you2527ll be hard pressed not to find a romance of some kind
worked into the story line. There are also so many sub-genres in the romance category,
enough to fit everyone2527s own personal taste. It2527s great to have so many
choices.
I
have only been on this journey for the past five years and I2527m still happily
writing, possibly now more than before. And, yes, there are times I sit in
front of my computer, my mind having gone completely blank. Or I read over what
I2527ve written, wondering why I ever thought I could call myself a writer. But
after taking a short break, maybe a long walk or time spent on my current art
project, I2527m ready to jump back in.
have only been on this journey for the past five years and I2527m still happily
writing, possibly now more than before. And, yes, there are times I sit in
front of my computer, my mind having gone completely blank. Or I read over what
I2527ve written, wondering why I ever thought I could call myself a writer. But
after taking a short break, maybe a long walk or time spent on my current art
project, I2527m ready to jump back in.
So…
to anyone who2527s thinking about writing a book, I say go for it. Most of us tend
to spend too much time self-doubting ourselves, getting hung up on too many
little details instead of enjoying what we2527ve accomplished.
to anyone who2527s thinking about writing a book, I say go for it. Most of us tend
to spend too much time self-doubting ourselves, getting hung up on too many
little details instead of enjoying what we2527ve accomplished.
So,
take that leap like I did. Sit down and start writing. And when you2527re not
writing, read everything you can about writing, publishing and marketing.
Connect with other authors and learn from what they have to say. Remember your goal is not to become famous,
only to bring out what you maybe didn2527t know you had inside, just waiting to
come out.
take that leap like I did. Sit down and start writing. And when you2527re not
writing, read everything you can about writing, publishing and marketing.
Connect with other authors and learn from what they have to say. Remember your goal is not to become famous,
only to bring out what you maybe didn2527t know you had inside, just waiting to
come out.
One
last thing, whenever I tell someone I2527m a writer (as you can probably tell, I2527m
still having a hard time referring to myself as an author), the most common
response is they2527ve always thought of writing a book, too. If you can relate to
this, then stop thinking.
last thing, whenever I tell someone I2527m a writer (as you can probably tell, I2527m
still having a hard time referring to myself as an author), the most common
response is they2527ve always thought of writing a book, too. If you can relate to
this, then stop thinking.
Just
do it.
do it.
Take
care and happy reading,
care and happy reading,
Linda
A
January to Remember – Twelve Months, Twelve Love Stories – Book 6
January to Remember – Twelve Months, Twelve Love Stories – Book 6
Blurb
It2527s
been said third time2527s a charm and Hannah Michaels was only hours
been said third time2527s a charm and Hannah Michaels was only hours
away
from making this happen. After a misunderstanding, an unexpected departure and
too much time lost before and after, she was more than ready. The first real
date Sean had promised was about to happen.
from making this happen. After a misunderstanding, an unexpected departure and
too much time lost before and after, she was more than ready. The first real
date Sean had promised was about to happen.
But
then she did something so incredibly stupid. While out for a run, she stepped
out in front of a speeding motorcycle. Sailing head-first into a parked car,
she was suddenly left with no recollection of the last two years of her life. Unfortunately,
Sean fell into this void.
then she did something so incredibly stupid. While out for a run, she stepped
out in front of a speeding motorcycle. Sailing head-first into a parked car,
she was suddenly left with no recollection of the last two years of her life. Unfortunately,
Sean fell into this void.
Even
though Sean Young had been next in line to take over his family2527s cattle ranch
in Australia, baseball had always been his first love. His goal to play
professionally was realized when an offer by Cleveland had him leaving the
ranch and his family behind to fulfill this dream.
though Sean Young had been next in line to take over his family2527s cattle ranch
in Australia, baseball had always been his first love. His goal to play
professionally was realized when an offer by Cleveland had him leaving the
ranch and his family behind to fulfill this dream.
Never
did he expect to take one look at Hannah and have her steal his heart. Nor,
after returning from an unexpected trip home due to a family emergency, did he
think he2527d have to start all over again, proving the love they2527d shared before
her memory loss was still the real thing.
did he expect to take one look at Hannah and have her steal his heart. Nor,
after returning from an unexpected trip home due to a family emergency, did he
think he2527d have to start all over again, proving the love they2527d shared before
her memory loss was still the real thing.
Will
this third time become that promised charm? Will Sean2527s persistence pay off?
this third time become that promised charm? Will Sean2527s persistence pay off?
Another
captivating addition to this series, A January to Remember is a love story you
won2527t want to end. A true romance at its best.
captivating addition to this series, A January to Remember is a love story you
won2527t want to end. A true romance at its best.
See
why so many romance novel enthusiasts are hooked on this series and the cast of
characters. True romance at its best, get caught up in their stories. Find out
who will be the next to fall in love.
why so many romance novel enthusiasts are hooked on this series and the cast of
characters. True romance at its best, get caught up in their stories. Find out
who will be the next to fall in love.
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