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Midsummer Adventures ~ Hello June!

Quote of the Day: “To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment.”  Ralph Waldo Emerson

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The summer months are particularly enjoyable when you enjoy outdoor sports and adventures.  June is one of my favorite months for it’s not too scorching hot for a picnic and other outside gatherings with family and friends.

I just returned from FL where my family celebrated a milestone of one of our members. It was a happy occasion and a chance to visit the beautiful beaches in the area. I hope you’re enjoying the sunny weather and all the deliciously fresh produce and offerings of the season.

These are the holidays coming up this month. Enjoy!

June 2018 Holiday Calendar

June 17 – Father’s Day

June 18 – International Picnic Day

June 21 – Summer Solstice (midsummer)

Latest Writing News

I’ve gone rogue and will be announcing a new book release this month in a fascinating genre that’s built on my educational background and practical experience. Reviewers: Do you want to be on my launch team? If so, let me know and an advance copy will be yours.

Where to Find My Novels

Check at your favorite online bookstores and corner bookshops. Click the direct link to begin reading on Amazon. Happy reading!


The Long Road Home: Romantic Murder Mystery


Cross-Ties: Historical Fiction Passages

I’ll be writing and sharing on social media. Hope to see you there, too! Carolyn Bowen

Social Media Hangouts!

These are a few of my social media hangouts! Drop by and say hello!

Goodreads

Twitter

Google Plus

Facebook

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Let’s Celebrate – Summer Reading

Quote of the Day: “And so with the sunshine and the great bursts of leaves growing on the trees, just as things grow in fast movies, I had that familiar conviction that life was beginning over again with the summer.” F. Scott Fitzgerald, The Great Gatsby

Wow! Summer is in full swing and July 4th celebrations are right around the corner. What are your holiday plans?

Blogging, The Writing Life, Carolyn Bowen Author

Blogging, The Writing Life, Carolyn Bowen AuthorThe Long Road Home, Mystery-Thriller – Goodreads giveaway has just ended and I want to thank everyone for your interest in my mystery novel. The lucky winners will be receiving their books shortly. Happy reading!

Reviewers Wanted: Get added to my reviewers’ list and be the first to know about new releases and other fun events.

Carolyn M. Bowen Author, The Writing LifeIf you like to read and review books, please let me know and I’ll provide a Kindle version (Cross-Ties and/or The Long Road Home) for your reading enjoyment.

Books, Carolyn M. Bowen, bloggingAttn: Book Clubs – I am hosting a book club giveaway for The Long Road Home a mystery-thriller. There will be ten (10) novels available to be mailed to the Chairperson of the group for distribution to members. How to enter: Follow my blog (latest writing news) and tell me about your book club (Name & City) in the comments section. The most entries per book club will be the winner. In the case of a tie, we’ll go for a sudden-death finish.

I am so excited about the reviews for my novels. Thank you for taking the time to read and comment (nice) about The Long Road Home and Cross-Ties a historical fiction adventure. You make my writing life more interesting.

Wishing you a splendid summer 2017! Warm regards, Carolyn Bowen

Hope to see you on social media this summer! – These are a few of my favorite hangouts!

Say hello here…

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Facebook

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Summer Reading Begins In June

Quote of the Day: “Good friends, good books, and a sleepy conscience: this is the ideal life.” Mark Twain

Summer Reading

The month of June has started off with a bang! I’m so glad to have wonderful fans and supporters. You make my days brighter. Thank you!

The Writing Life, Cross-Ties NovelI love the new article from The Owl Branch Blog about Cross-Ties novel, my historical fiction book. Take a look here!

If you haven’t read it yet, you’re in for some surprises if you enjoy multicultural family sagas with a strong female character (rebel). You can find it online in paperback or Kindle, NOOK  or at your favorite bookstore.

The Long Road Home, Carolyn M. Bowen, AuthorThere’s been a lot of activity surrounding my latest mystery, The Long Road Home. Some days I visualize the demand for the novel if placed on a graph, much like an irregular heartbeat mimicking my own.

The Goodreads Giveaway for The Long Road Home is open until June 18th. Enter now for a chance to win a signed copy of this international mystery with a romantic twist. If you’ve already entered, thank you!

Can’t wait for your copy – Here are a few of the places you can purchase the novel to read now. Barnes and Noble, Amazon, and createspace.

Looking for Reader/Reviewers

If you’re interested in reviewing either of my books, drop me a line and I’ll gift a Kindle version for you. Remember you can download a FREE copy with Amazon Prime (Kindle Unlimited).

More Good News

Annual BooksGoSocial Best Book of the Year Prize Contest 

I’ve entered The Long Road Home by Carolyn Bowen into this book of the year contest. I’d appreciate your vote and super comments about my mystery-thriller. (Smiles)  Vote here! Thank you!

I just received a song to match my book from the singer-songwriter recording artist and former The VOICE (NBC) contestant, Dr. Paul. I am honored in his interest of The Long Road Home. Here’s the song, let me know what you think.

I love my readers and am glad to connect on social media where I do a lot of hangin’ out. If you’ll send me a photo showing my book in your reading space, I’ll publish it on my Facebook page and give you credit. Think about it!

Say hello here…

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Google+
Facebook

Love picture ideas? Me, too.  Pinners Follow Here! 

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Until next time, enjoy your day. Carolyn Bowen

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It’s A New Day: The Writing Life

Hello June, CMBowenAuthor, The Writing LifeQuote of the Day: “It is the month of June, The month of leaves and roses, When pleasant sights salute the eyes and pleasant scents the noses.”  Nathaniel Parker Willis

We welcome the month of June as we say farewell to Spring. It’s going to be a wonderful month, you just wait and see.

Carolyn Bowen Author, Cross-Ties Novel, The Long Road Home, The Writing LifeI want to share with you the latest news about what’s happening in my writing life. But first, let me thank my wonderful readers for sharing my books with their family, friends and social media contacts. Your support is greatly appreciated.

Readers and Reviewers Wanted

On that note, if you enjoy reading and reviewing mystery-thrillers, crime fiction or romantic suspense and would like a free Kindle version of The Long Road Home.  Please let me know. I’ll gift you with a copy.

Here’s one of my favorite reviews (5 Stars) by The Owl Branch blog. Thank you!

The Long Road Home, Carolyn M. Bowen, AuthorAnnual BooksGoSocial Best Book of the Year Prize Contest 

I’ve entered The Long Road Home by Carolyn Bowen into this book of the year contest. I’d appreciate your vote and super comments about my mystery-thriller. (Smiles)  Vote here! Thank you!

Books, Carolyn M. BowenGoodreads Giveaway – Enter for a chance to WIN a signed copy of The Long Road Home by Carolyn Bowen Giveaway ends June 18, 2017.  Enter here: The giveaway details at Goodreads.

Keep informed about the latest writing news. Follow my blog for the latest giveaways and contests.

Where to Find My Books

Amazon – Barnes and Noble – Createspace and your favorite bookstores.

Let’s have a meet/greet on social media. You’ll find me hangin’ out on my favorite sites.  Thanks, Carolyn Bowen

Twitter
Goodreads
Google+
Facebook

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