Good morning, Fillies!
I’m thrilled to be with you. I’m going to take you on a tour of Aspen Creek, Colorado, today. So grab your sunglasses and a bottle of water. Off we go!
Book one of a brand new, six-book series launches on May 26th. The Sheriff’s Secret Past introduces the town of Aspen Creek. I’ve lived in a lot of places, but my time in Colorado was the longest stretch in one place (18 years), and I’m excited to return.
Aspen Creek is in southern Colorado, a mere four hours from the New Mexico border. It’s in the San Louis Valley, near the Rio Grande River. Located on the edge of the San Juan Mountains, the altitude is 7883. Remember, Denver is known as the Mile-High City at 5280 feet.
A delightful town full of quirky characters, Aspen Creek, is the cowboy version of Stars Hollow where the Gilmore Girls live. BTW, you can grab your own map on my website (HERE) and tour each shop on the aspen-lined streets.
There’s always room for new shops, and I’m thinking about a boot shop in town for a future book.
What do you know about cowboy boots? I thought a boot was a boot. Not true.
Here’s a list of varieties:
- Traditional/Western. Tall shafts, angled half-inch heels.
- Ropers. Lower square heel, shorter shaft. These are designed to protect the ankle.
- Buckaroo. Fancier with a higher heel and intricate stitching. Tall shaft to protect in tall brush.
- Western Work Boots. Rubber sole, reinforced steel toe box. Rounded toe shape.
- Packers. Lace up rugged work boots used by cowboys riding pack mules and horses in mountainous terrain.
- Cowgirl boots. No different than men’s except in women’s sizes and preferred colors.
- Booties. Short without a long shaft.
- Dress boots. Intricate stitching and embroidery.
Now all I need is a name for the shop. What are your thoughts?
In honor of my new shop, I’m giving away a cowboy boot mug along with a print or ecopy of The Sheriff’s Secret Past to one reader who comments today. US only.
I’ll also throw in five (5) boot stickers to an additional five readers. US and International.
Now, let me introduce you to The Sheriff’s Secret Past.
To give his family the perfect future…
He must face his past
There are only two things on Sheriff Chase Everett’s mind: his upcoming reelection, and adopting his sweet niece after his sister’s death. The last thing he needs to worry about is the new editor of the local newspaper digging into his past. Newcomer Emily Taylor is eager for a juicy scoop for the Aspen Creek Journal, and the handsome sheriff is the perfect subject. But Chase has a dark secret that he’s desperate to hide. He needs to keep his distance from the feisty journalist, which should be easy, until a dog and a little girl bring them together…
Did you know that you can read the entire chapter one HERE?
Here’s where you can grab your own copy
Barnes & Noble https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-sheriffs-secret-past-tina-radcliffe/1148152406?
Kobo https://www.kobo.com/us/en/ebook/the-sheriff-s-secret-past
And more fun! Book 2 already has a cover. A K-9 Christmas Blessing.
Thanks for spending time with me. I’ll be scouring your comments to find the perfect name for Aspen Creek’s new boot shop.
Be sure to sign up for my monthly newsletter, as I’ll announce the name chosen THERE.
Publishers Weekly bestselling author Tina Radcliffe is an American Christian Fiction Writers Honor Roll member. She is also a five-time nominee for the ACFW Carol Award and a four-time ACFW Mentor of the Year finalist. Besides her novel-length fiction for Love Inspired, Tina has sold over three dozen short stories to Woman’s World Magazine. A former registered nurse and library cataloger, Tina is a frequent workshop presenter. She currently resides in Arizona, where she writes fun, heartwarming romance.
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