Summer has started off with a bang for me, in a fantastic way. I wanted to share with you all what my year has been like (the good parts of it!)
I always think when summer rolls around I will have more time. I think this started when my kids were little and I looked forward to not having to get up and make the school run every single morning, and then again in the afternoon. Even though it never happened the way I thought it would, for some crazy reason, I believed it would be that way year after year.
The one thing I did get a little more of in the summer was reading time. At least, it seemed that way. This summer I’ve had several new releases of my own I want to tell you about. Some of these are re-releases in a different format, but others are brand new!
KANE’S DESTINY is the third and final book in the Kane trilogy. It was released a few months ago. Each of these books were released separately (KANE’S REDEMPTION, KANE’S PROMISE, and KANE’S DESTINY) but then we decided to release them all under one cover as KANE’S CHANCE. Why? There are a couple of contests I’d like to enter, but there is no category for these shorter works. With a bit of editing and shaping, the stories were made into one continuous novel.
KANE’S CHANCE was released earlier this month and is available in both print and digital formats.
These “KANE” stories are for all ages, young and old alike. And everyone in the middle. They’re a “coming of age” tale about Will Green, a young boy who is kidnapped by a band of renegade Apaches after his family is killed. The first two books deal with that part of his life, and the last one, KANE’S REDEMPTION, deal with one of his biggest fears—his Bostonian grandfather coming west to claim him and trying to force him to leave Texas and go back East with him.
When KANE’S CHANCE begins, Will is ten years old, and by the end of the book, he’s thirteen. The adventures he has, the changes he goes through, and the inner torment he deals with throughout the stories speak not only of the maturing process every young man must go through, but also, his realization that the deaths of his entire family hinged on the poor judgment of his father. This is not a romance, but I hope you’ll find it to your liking all the same. Here’s the blurb for KANE’S CHANCE:
My name is Will Green and I have to share the story of how I met Jacobi Kane or I’ll bust from holding it in. Apache renegades murdered my family and took me prisoner when I was ten. I never believed I’d live to see another sunrise, but Kane appeared as if from nowhere and fought to save me. Never saw a man so determined before, but I did have to step in and help a bit.
I didn’t know at the time that Kane kept a secret from me, one which might change my high opinion of him. Then he met Laura, and she helped both of us heal in different ways.
Later on, once we settled down on a place of our own, Kane led a band of lawmen in their mission to annihilate the renegades responsible for killing my folks – and Kane’s first wife and children. Laura sent me along after them, just to be sure Kane stayed safe. It turned out to be good planning on her part.
Once I turned thirteen, my own doubts crept in as to whether I actually should be with the Kane family. Then my wealthy grandfather showed up from back East, determined to take me to Boston. Took some doing for me to learn the true meaning of family and just where I belonged. In the end, my grandfather and I faced a fight for our lives and, once more, our survival relied on Jacobi Kane and me. Now, I’ve got a family fortune to deal with – one I never knew about or wanted – one someone else wants bad enough to kill me for.
But I’ve found my place in life, with Kane’s help, and I don’t plan on giving it up anytime soon…
And speaking of romance, I have a brand new western historical romance, GABRIEL’S LAW, available NOW! It’s published through WESTERN TRAIL BLAZER, and if this cover doesn’t make you grab a fan I don’t know what will! That Jimmy Thomas looks hotter every time I see him! Here’s the blurb for it:
When hired gunman Brandon Gabriel is double-crossed, it seems that his luck has run out. But Gabriel has more than luck; he has Allison Taylor, a lost angel from his troubled past who turns up and turns the tables. Old love blooms and new wounds begin to heal as Brandon and Allie tentatively make plans, but danger and self-doubt cast shadows on their hopes. When Allie and her ranch are threatened by an old enemy, long-buried secrets come to light and the stakes have never been higher. Will Brandon discover his chance at happiness in time to fight for it? Can Brandon and Allie confront the past, face down their demons, and forge their dreams into a future?
One thing Brandon doesn’t count on is the fact that Allie has already set a plan in motion that includes bringing orphans to her home—orphans like she and Brandon had been, early in life. Remember Travis Morgan from Fire Eyes? OK, that’s all I’m gonna say!
Christmas in July at WESTERN TRAIL BLAZER will see another of my short stories (Christmas, of course!) released as a “single sell” story for .99. THE WISHING TREE was first released in the VICTORY TALES PRESS A 2012 CHRISTMAS COLLECTON. Now, it’s being offered as a stand alone story, and I’m thrilled. I don’t have the cover for it yet, but will try to share it as soon as I can–I know it will be another good one–Karen M. Nutt is a genius with covers!
Pete Cochran, a war veteran with both visible and invisible scars, is mostly a loner, rather than scare children. Then a special woman with a son walks into his life as he works at his father’s Christmas tree lot – a woman with problems he can’t ignore.
Maria Sanchez and her son Miguel eke out an existence on her part-time earnings, but share an abundance of love, except when terrorized by her drug addict relative. When she meets Pete, she sees him not as a frightening man, but a wounded hero returned from war. Her son seems immediately drawn to the unusual Christmas tree vendor.
Will a special tree – a wishing tree – contain enough magic to fulfill all their Christmas desires?
This is a lovely, heartwarming story that I hope will touch you as it did me.
Now, back to the old west and the WOLF CREEK series with the WESTERN FICTIONEERS! One of the characters I created for the post-Civil War Kansas town of Wolf Creek is Derrick McCain. He was introduced in book 1 of the series, Bloody Trail, (SEE LINK BELOW!)http://www.amazon.com/Wolf-Creek-Bloody-Trail-ebook/dp/B00916VX5A/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1373395806&sr=1-1&keywords=Bloody+Trail+by+Cheryl+Pierson and with the recent release of Wolf Creek Book 5: Showdown at Demon’s Drop, just a few weeks ago, his past comes back to threaten his sister, Kathleen.
By the way, Wolf Creek: Book 1 Bloody Trail is now ON SALE at Amazon for only .99! It is ranked around #40 in the Kindle Best Westerns list presently! I provided the link above.
Here’s the blurb for Wolf Creek Book 5: Showdown at Demon’s Drop:
The brutal Danby gang paid dearly for their raid on Wolf Creek. But some of them escaped, and their new leader Clark Davis is hungry for revenge -on the town, and on the man that he believes betrayed the gang, Derrick McCain. Seminole scout Charley Blackfeather, meanwhile, wants his own revenge on Davis for his actions in the war…at the Centralia Massacre. Blood is going to flow… Appearing as Ford Fargo in this volume: Robert J. Randisi, Bill Crider, L. J. Martin, Wayne Dundee. Cheryl Pierson, and Troy D. Smith.
This edition of Wolf Creek is also ranked in the mid 40’s on the Kindle Best Westerns top 100 list! Here’s the Amazon link for it:
Last but not least, another delicious entrée from the Wolf Creek writers is hot of the presses as of last week! Wolf Creek Book 6 :HELL ON THE PRAIRIE, is different than the others. It’s the first Wolf Creek anthology. I loved this idea because each participant is able to write a short story featuring their character(s) and show a depth to their character they might not be able to convey in a collaborative effort such as the other books before this have been. My story is called IT TAKES A MAN, and of course, Derrick is at the center of this one. And guess what? It, too, is on the Kindle Best Western top 100 charts–last I checked in the mid 30 range! I’m so thrilled to have all three of these Wolf Creek books I contributed to in the top 100 all at once!
Here’s the blurb for my story IT TAKES A MAN:
When Derrick and his mother are ominously summoned to the Cherokee settlement of Briartown, Derrick is determined to set things straight with the man he’s learned is his real father. But once he arrives, he’s distracted by the beautiful cousin, Leah Martin, of his best friend’s wife. Leah is hiding a secret—one that could be the death of her. Once Derrick discovers it, will he walk away? Or will he save her…and possibly himself? IT TAKES A MAN to do what his heart tells him.
Here’s the link for Wolf Creek Book 6: HELL ON THE PRAIRIE.
I sure hope this will provide you with some ideas for some stories you might enjoy over the summer! There’s something here for everyone! For more great reading, please visit my AMAZON AUTHOR PAGE here : http://www.amazon.com/author/cherylpierson
Please be sure to leave a comment before you go–I’m giving away a digital copy of KANE’S CHANCE and also one of WOLF CREEK BOOK 1: BLOODY TRAIL today! Don’t forget to leave your contact information!
A native Oklahoman, I've been influenced by the west all my life. I love to write short stories and novels in the historical western and western romance genres, as well as contemporary romantic suspense! Check my Amazon author page to see my work: http://www.amazon.com/author/cherylpierson
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Congrats on all of these great books.. I have lots of reading to do this summer, and I have just added more to the pile…Good luck with all of these new releases.
Wow! You have been busy!! Congratulations on all the wonderful book releases.
Cheryl, I love your Kane stories! They’re all so good and at times keep me on the edge of my seat. Will is such a great character and it’s neat to watch him grow up. What a brilliant idea to take all three of these stories and combine them into a full length book! I love that idea. Wishing you lots of success with it and also for the contests you want to enter. I know it’ll win. You have such big talent, Filly sister.
What a wonderful collection of books, Cheryl. Heartwarming stories, and I am such a fan of your beautiful style. Adding them to my TBR list.
Good luck in the contests. You’re already a winner!
Kathleen,
Thank you! I know what you mean about the TBR pile. LOL I’m reading Elizabeth Lane’s book right now, Apache Fire. I’m a slow reader, and then we were gone on vacation for a week and I took it with me thinking I’d have a lot of time to read–NOT! I envy people who are fast readers and can read several books a week. Oh well, at least I know I’ve given you something to look forward to! LOL
Cheryl
Thank you Sherri! I know it looks like a LOT of stuff, but you know sometimes, it’s just a matter of when the stars align and they are published. LOL I’ve been really blessed this year with so many releases, and I’m feeling the pressure already for NEXT year. Thanks for coming by!
Cheryl
Linda, I appreciate your kind words about the Kane series. I don’t know where that series came from, but I’m glad it did. It’s different from anything else I’ve ever written, and I’ve had many compliments on it–I was scared to death to put it out there, since it was written in first person. LOL Will intrigues me, too. I think I’m going to HAVE to go on and write about his grown up years at some point. Maybe even do a prequel of some kind about Jacobi Kane. So many ideas, so little time! LOL Thank you for your kind words–you are a dear friend!
Hugs,
Cheryl
Elizabeth,
What a nice compliment! Thank you so much for that–you know I am a huge fan of yours, too, as well as so many of the Fillies here at P&P. I mentioned I am still reading Apache Fire…I. Love. That. Book. The tension is just nonstop and it’s only because I’m such a slow reader that I haven’t finished it yet. I appreciate all your support, and your friendship.
Hugs,
Cheryl
Cheryl, I enjoy all of your books and will be heading over to amazon to purchase a couple of these. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you, Connie! I’m so glad to know you are enjoying my stories! Thanks for coming by today.
Cheryl
Hi Cheryl – What a wonderful collection of books! Thanks for a great summer reading list!
Oh wow you have been one busy lady! I love the sound of all of these books so will have to put them on my list. Thanks for sharing with us today and for the great giveaway.
Hi Char!
Boy, anymore it is so hard to find time to read–I really meant it about things not slowing down. LOL I hope you find some of these to your liking and enjoyment!
Cheryl
Thank you, Quilt Lady! I’m so glad you came by today–I have you entered in the drawing!
Cheryl
Hi Cheryl, sorry to be so late getting here. You know I love your stories. My Kindle is loaded up and I’ll be reading a TON on vacations and planes soon. xo
Tanya! Thank you so much for stopping by. I know you are busy as heck right now. I hope you enjoy your vacations! I just got back from West Virginia. Beautiful out there, but like a rainforest. I’m glad to be back to the “dry” heat. LOL
Hugs to you, dear friend!
Cheryl
I reached into the big ol’ Stetson and drew my winners for the blog today!
SHERRI is the winner of Wolf Creek Book 1:BLOODY TRAIL!!!!
KATHLEEN is the winner of KANE’S CHANCE!!!!!
If you ladies will contact me at fabkat_edit@yahoo.com I will see that you get your prizes! Thanks so much for coming by today and commenting!
Cheryl