Several weeks ago after I’d turned in my edits, followed by copy edits, I learned that my second book in my Cold Case series would be available for preorder and that the book would go “live” on May 31, 2022. That day has arrived. Since then, I’ve been working on book three, I’ve written several guest post blogs, and I’ve sat on a few proverbial pins and needles.
Release date doesn’t mean the story is done. On the contrary, it means something far more significant. It means that on this day readers get to decide if the long hours and months that I’ve worked to develop a story have met–or failed–to meet with their approval. That’s a heady challenge for any author.
I can write the book, but ultimately the readers decide. The readers bring their knowledge, their likes and dislikes, and their understanding of the topic. Because it’s their hard-earned money they’ve invested, and once my story is released, my story becomes their book.
Thank you, readers, for giving us authors this opportunity. Storytelling is something I live for. Now it’s your turn to decide if the book has merit. Now on to book three.
Happy reading!
Donnell
Donnell Ann Bell
Donnell Ann Bell gave up her nonfiction career in newspapers and magazines because she was obsessed with the idea she could write a mystery or thriller. An award-winning author, Until Dead, a Cold Case Suspense, is book two in a series, following Black Pearl, which was both a Colorado Book Award and Arizona/New Mexico Book Award finalist. Donnell’s cold case series follow her standalone novels, Buried Agendas, Betrayed, Deadly Recall and the Past Came Hunting, all of which have been Amazon bestsellers. Currently she’s working on book three of her cold case series. www.donnellannbell.com
Wow, time flies, doesn’t it. I remember when you were just starting this one. Best of luck with Until Dead. i’ll have to order a copy
Thank you, Mike. You are an amazingly supportive fellow author. Your writing and books are outstanding. Honored, sir.
No matter how high my TBR stack of books, this one is going on top. Yay! Congratulations, Donnell. I’m sure it’s another winner.
Thank you, Charlene. Wow, be careful. That TBR pile might topple over. Honored, my friend.
Purchased mine for Kindle today!
Thank you so much, Wes. Your expertise is invaluable, and you’re listed in the acknowledgments. Any mistakes are my own!
Congratulations! I can’t wait to read it (I loved Black Pearl.)
Thank you, Ann! And I was such a fan of THE MATCH. I invite you to come blog with me and talk about your very busy life, including your writing! xo