Wednesday, March 2, 2022

What a “Journey” it’s been. We’re near the end of that road. Sometimes it was sunny, other times dark. I have heartfelt gratitude for everyone who has been with me. I’m glad you’re part of the Journeys of “Dead of Winter.” There’s still one more to go.

The Penultimate Journey Is Here!
Dead of Winter: Journey 13, The Harbor
I never intended to do much writing when I decided to convert this epic novel into an Amazon series of monthly novelettes. It was already plenty long. Now the total is more than 1,140 pages and 248,700 words. Plus, nearly all of the concluding Journey 14 will be new material.
Anyway, Journey 13 gave me the opportunity to highlight some of the characters who haven’t gotten as much attention. The prologue features Tahira, the older member of the Society of Deae Matres. Gethin, the horse whisperer, gets another part. Also, the goddesses get further developed.
As most of you know, I call the installments “journeys,” because the characters travel across the complex world I built, experiencing new cultures and meeting new people. For those who weren’t around for the beginning of Dead of Winter, this post tells the story of Winter’s Nightmare — or Why It Took 10 Years for me to publish the epic.
Here’s the Blurb
A great battle begins. Action abounds as many threads are drawn together. Arawn has amassed overwhelming legions of the dead. Another unexpected but powerful foe comes into the battle. All of Emlyn’s companions and friends are in grave danger as they face insurmountable odds. Two goddesses could even the odds, but gods and goddesses are known to be unreliable. Will they help? Or will they do more harm than good?
Meanwhile the goal of the Society of Deae Matres is to re-create the Binding to again trap Arawn and any other nightwalkers in the Realm of the Dead. Yet, what about Boabhan and Lucetius? Boabhan is at least half nightwalker. Lucetius, her son, was conceived when Arawn violated her while attempting to turn her. Will they be trapped in a new Binding along with their worst enemy? This is revealed in Journey 13.
Come, be a part of the Journeys of Dead of Winter.
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Dead of Winter — All the Journeys
Universal Purchase Links
Journey 13, The Harbor
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Paperback: relinks.me/B09TN1F58B
Journey 12, Goddesses
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Paperback: relinks.me/B09NTTZ9J8
Journey 11, the Sumelazon Escarpment
Kindle: relinks.me/B09M7Q19XT
Paperback: relinks.me/B09M4QWDYK
Journey 10, Pergesca
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Paperback: relinks.me/B09J7GFWYV
Journey 9, Doors of Attunement
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Paperback: relinks.me/B09F1BB9RW
Journey 8, The Lost Library
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Paperback: relinks.me/B09C34XR7P
Journey 7, Revenant Pass
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Journey 6, The Fluting Fell
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Journey 5, Llyn Pistyll Falls
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Paperback: relinks.me/B0942KC471
Journey 4, The Old Road
Kindle: relinks.me/B092G5LB7R
Paperback: relinks.me/B092M51Y88
Journey 3, the Fever Field
Kindle: elinks.me/B08XTNZ9M8
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Journey 2, Penllyn
Kindle: relinks.me/B08VMNSF97
Paperback: relinks.me/B08VLMR2KD
Kobo: https://www.kobo.com/us/en/ebook/dead-of-winter-journey-2-penllyn
Journey 1, Forlorn Peak
Kindle: relinks.me/B08RBBVRGX
Paperback: relinks.me/B08R7RH4F5
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Wishing you an easy coast down the other side of this midweek hump. I love to hear from you, so friendly comments are encouraged. Hugs on the wing!
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Congratulations, Teagan – you are a phenomenon. Toni x
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You are so kind, Toni. Thank you. Hugs on the wing!
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Congratulations, Teagan, for this exciting journey you share with us. Your creative mind continues to amaze me, and I’m sure others feel the same. 🙂 I’m behind on reading, but I’ll catch up. Wishing you all the best! 💕🌻
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Thank you kindly, Lauren. Stay safe and well. Hugs on the wing.
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I can’t believe you’re nearing the end, and I haven’t even started the journey yet. I’ll get there – and I also won’t have to wait each month for a new installment. Have a great weekend, Teagan – hugs to you and Crystal!
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Thanks, Teri. Hugs to you and Bond. 🐱 Have a wonderful weekend.
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How exciting, Teagan! So, Journey 14 is the last one.
At the risk of sounding a tad shallow, the book covers could be a book on their own…. like a coffee table book.
Congratulations!
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Resa, you gave me a huge smile. I put so much thought and work into each cover, that also means a lot to me. Wow… a coffee table book… This one has at least 8 different images in the overall collage, not to mention the text. Happy weekend. Hugs on the wing.
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{{{hugs}}} Coffee table book!
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Congratulations, Tegan! Thank you, that you are telling not too much, as i am still at the first third of the path. I have to hurry up. Big hugs, Michael
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Hi Michael. No need to hurry. Take your time to enjoy. Yes, it’s very hard to promote the installments without giving “spoilers.” Someone asked if I would do a recap guest post, and I don’t think I can.
It’s very windy here today. Sustained winds 25 to 35 miles per hour, and gusts of 50. Crystal and I are hanging on tight.
Hugs on the wing.
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Reblogged this on NEW BLOG HERE >> https:/BOOKS.ESLARN-NET.DE.
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Many thanks for reblogging, my friend. ❤
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AAHHH! ! ! We have one more chapter! ! Thank you for posting the picture of the ROAD and HARBOR, Thank you for all the work you have and are putting into this story! !
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Hi, Ms. Frances. Yes, #13 is finally here. Then #14 will be the conclusion. I admit that I’m a little intimidated about writing the new ending. The fact that I wasn’t satisfied with the original ending was one (of several) reason why this epic sat on my shelf for a decade before I did anything with it. Heartfelt thanks for all your encouragement. Hugs on the wing!
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Congratulations, Teagan! I can’t believe this journey is almost over. I’ve grabbed #13 and can’t wait to dive into it. This is an epic tale!
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I hope you love #13, Jan. It’s hard to believe that more than a year has passed. Or that the new ending has been waiting a decade for me to write it. Yet the characters never stopped being real to me. Hugs on the wing!
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I CAN’T WAIT TO READ JOURNEY 13! For the past three weeks I’ve been unable to download books onto my Kindle (long story, but at least I’ve been able to read books that had already been downloaded and waiting for me to get to), The plan is to get this problem fixed by the weekend, I have Teagan’s 13 to look forward to. Hooray!
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Ugh… I hate technical problems like that. I was beside myself when my “Echo spot” (an Alexa variation) went out for a few days.
Thank you, Pam. Your encouragement means a lot to me. I’m happy you are part of these Journeys. Hugs on the wing!
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I’ve enjoyed the Journeys so much!!
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Congrats, Teagan 🙂 I rushed out and picked up my copy xo
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Denise, I’m blessed that you are part of these Journeys. Thank you so much. Hugs on the wing.
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🙂 xo
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Congratulations, Teagan.Best wishes.I am amazed at the size of the series. Well done.
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Thank you kindly, John. The size was one of the reasons why it sat on the shelf for a decade. The prospect of editing all that in one go was too daunting. Stay safe and well. Big hugs.
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You’ve done a genius solution, Teagan. 😁
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Congrats, Teagan. This sounds like a wonderful journey. All the very best.
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You are so kind, Kamal — heartfelt thanks. ❤ I hope you're having a wonderful week. Hugs on the wing.
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You are always welcome dear Teagan. Yes all is good. Hugs and love to you too 😊🤗🤗🤗🤗
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Many congrats, Teasan. I started Journey 12 last night and should finish it today, so your timing is impeccable! Wow, that’s a lot of words! You’re coming up to the finish line. 🙂 🙂 Hugs.
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That’s wonderful, Diana. Thanks so much. I hope you love #12. Ha-ha. I’m glad the timing worked out. I know you like to read in pairs. I admit that I’m intimidated about the new ending. Hopefully it comes together quickly. Hugs on the wing!
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I finished 12 today and can’t believe there are only two journey’s left. I’ll probably read the last two together. 🙂
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Wonderful, Teagan. Congratulations. Can’t wait to read it. Happy hugs hopping your way.
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I appreciate all your support, Pat. Stay safe and well. Hugs on the wing!
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Congratulations, Teagan. I have bought a copy and now have four to catch up. I am behind with reading because it’s so busy at this time of year, but I will get there.
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You are so kind, Robbie — thank you. That’s the good thing about books — they aren’t going anywhere. I’m grateful to the time you give my stories. Try not to work too hard. Hugs on the wing!
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Hugs, Teagan.
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I’m excited to read this one, Teagan. I’ve got my copy.:-)
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Thanks so much, Priscilla. I hope you love it. Thanks for being part of the Journeys. Hugs on the wing!
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This sounds like a wonderful Journey, Teagan. My copy is on its way!
This has been so much work, I feel like I’ve been part of something very special. Hugs!
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You’re a gem, Dan — and you’ve certainly been a special part of the Journeys. 🙂 I appreciate all your support. I hope you love #13. Hugs on the wing!
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I’m getting excited, Teagan. You have brought us through some amazing Journeys. I can’t wait to read this one.
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Reblogged this on Just Olga and commented:
Great news! Teagan Geneviene has published Journey 13, The Harbor of her serial Dead of Winter. It is so close to the end! I can’t wait to read it. Can you?
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Olga you are a treasure of support. Heartfelt thanks for reblogging and sharing across social media. ❤
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Congratulation, Teagan! I’m off to share and to get mine!
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Reblogged this on Chris The Story Reading Ape's Blog and commented:
Available NOW
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Woot! Dear Ape, you are a treasure. Huge thanks for sharing from your tree house. Hugs on the wing!
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My pleasure, Teagan, plus, I’ve already got my copy on kindle 🦍🤗❤️❤️🤗🦍
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You are so very kind — thank you. ❤
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That’s like a Russian novel. That is a lot of pages. I love the graphics.
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I had to divide up the main manuscript because it kept stalling Word. Thanks about the cover. Hugs on the wing.
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