Fresh Fiction Blog | Miralee Ferrell | Stepping into New Waters

I started writing in 2005 when the Lord called me to do so, even though I'd never had a prior desire to write. My first two books were published in 2007, then four books in the Love Finds You line, then my current, three-book historical romance series, Love Blossoms in Oregon, with David C Cook. Recently God gave me a new idea, and that idea is carrying me into new and exciting territory.

Last fall I spoke to my current publisher about writing two novellas that would fill in the time gap between my trade novels. BLOWING ON DANDELIONS released last June, WISHING ON BUTTERCUPS this February, and Dreaming on Daisies Oct. 1. All take place in Baker City, Oregon, with the same cast of characters, and I found readers becoming impatient at the distance between books.

Cook was willing to print the novella in eBook only, but I wanted print books for my readers who don't own tablets, so with Cook's blessing, I moved forward alone. In early March, FORGET ME NOT, a 160 page novella, was finished and ready to present to Amazon. It can be read at any point in the series, but fits perfectly between book one and book two, and it released in Kindle March 15. It will be available soon on Nook, and in print format via Amazon.

I'm excited and nervous, both at the same time. Publishers look at sales, and it's never guaranteed that a book will do well, even with a publicist and your book in a store. I'm praying over FORGET ME NOT, my first independent effort, as I do over all my books, that God's favor will shine on it. If all goes well, I plan to write another novella that will release probably a month or so after Christmas.

I'm giving away a print copy of FORGET ME NOT, as well as BLOWING ON DANDELIONS, the first book in the series, so the winner can get a taste for my new series and judge for themselves if I made the right decision!

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WISHING ON BUTTERCUPS Can Love Survive When Secrets Collide?

She'd kept her secrets safely hidden—those from her past, and those in the present. Some things, Beth Roberts knows, a lady simply doesn't share, even in the 1880's West. The townspeople would never understand. No one ever has.

Jeffery Tucker, a handsome young writer, has kept his own secrets. He doesn't have a right to pry into Beth's affairs but finds himself strangely drawn to her and intrigued by the mystery surrounding her.

FORGET ME NOT Can a Lost Love be Redeemed?

Seven years ago, Julia McKenzie rejected the man she loved, wanting to experience more of life. What will Seth think of her, when they encounter one another hundreds of miles from home? Will the man she cared for understand the direction her life has taken and love her in spite of her choices? Pastor Seth Russell has never completely forgotten the girl he once courted. When she shows up in his new home of Baker City, all those feelings return. But why is she sneaking around town late at night? Even more important, will she reject him and break his heart again, or can God heal the breach between them?

Comments

this sounds really good cant wait to read this thanks so much
(Denise Smith 3:08am March 21, 2014)

Thanks so much for a chance to win this book. It sounds like one I would really enjoy!!
(Bonnie Capuano 10:14am March 21, 2014)

Your post was delightful and the giveaway very special.
Thanks for this chance.
(Sharon Berger 10:28am March 21, 2014)

Thanks so much for the chance to win. I enjoyed your blog today.
(Nancy Reynolds 10:38am March 21, 2014)

Both of your books sound wonderful. I enjoy reading historical romance books.
(Kathy Morrison 10:40am March 21, 2014)

I love the titles of your books! I hope to win these!
(Maria Proctor 11:27am March 21, 2014)

I love historical romance! Thanks so much for the chance to win your books!
(Sandy Fielder 12:06pm March 21, 2014)

I tend to think that secrets between lovers is not such a good thing. But, we have to accept the fact that everyone has a past and in that past there are sometimes secrets. If we accept that then I believe love can survive.

Yes, if the lost love was strong enough, I believe it can be redeemed. Why not? We always remember those we loved and sometimes the time is just right to come back together.

I want to say that I find your titles to be fresh and delightful! Thank you so much for this chance to win two very intriguing sounding books.
(Vennie Martinisi 12:49pm March 21, 2014)

Your book covers called to me. As a young girl, living in the country Illinois. Laying on the cool grass, having gotten away from my siblings, daydreaming, blowing off the soft little whisps of the dandelions. Oh yes, my father loved my help in them being spread hither there and yon. LOL
Congratulations on your new endeavor and good luck with it all.
(Lisa Hutson 2:26pm March 21, 2014)

sounds very good, and a good choice on the covers. thanks for the giveaway!
(Barbara Studer 3:36pm March 21, 2014)

What absolutely great sounding books and very beautiful covers! I enjoy reading historical books (fiction and non-fiction), and these books are some I want to read!
(Rich Cook 5:31pm March 21, 2014)

Wonderful giveaway! I love reading historical romance. These make me think of spring and summer looking and the covers. Would so love to read all of these! Great book titles too.
(Linda Luinstra 5:52pm March 21, 2014)

I love the titles to your Novellas, and the story lines sound interesting. It's understandable that you would want to reach a wider audience, and your timing is ripe to do so. I think that more people are searching for religious content nowadays, since the world has been running amok. Nonetheless, I would love to read your books, and I wish you nothing but the best with your endeavor!!
(Peggy Roberson 6:44pm March 21, 2014)

Oh my goodness, I came in from pruning my roses (found 3
dead from gophers and three dead from harsh winter cold,
sigh!) and found all these wonderful comment! Thank you all
for taking the time to read about my new series, and for
your interest in my books. There are a number of names here
I don't recognize, and it's SO nice to meet new readers!
Thank you for the sweet comments about my book covers as
well as the titles and subject matter. I wish everyone of
you could win!!! Blessings,
(Miralee Ferrell 7:52pm March 21, 2014)

I've loved all your books. Thanks for this
giveaway! Bless your heart with the most
sales ever!
(Joy Crandall 8:51pm March 21, 2014)

I'm so excited to read forget Me Not, especially since you told me that readers love it even more than the first two books in the series... which I loved too!
(Heidi Robbins 9:11pm March 21, 2014)

I love this novella idea to bridge the gap between novels! I loved the first
book in the series...
(Patty Hamblin 9:57pm March 21, 2014)

Thank you for the chance to win one of your books.
(Susan Johnson 10:00pm March 21, 2014)

You made the right decision. It's the best way to introduce your books to new readers and especially those who still read from print.
(Kai Wong 10:03pm March 21, 2014)

I love historical novels and novellas. :-) Sorry you lost so
many rose bushes over the winter. :-(
(Glenda Martillotti 10:09pm March 21, 2014)

Hi, Miralee!!

I certainly enjoyed the chat party a few days ago, and
appreciate the copy of "Forget Me Not" I won!! I really like
the subject and message behind each of your books, and would
love to read them all!! Therefore, please consider me in
this giveaway, also - I would love to read "Blowing on
Dandelions", and the copy of "Forget Me Not" could be given
to someone else, or I could give it to a friend of mine!!
Thank you SO much!!

bonnieroof60(at)yahoo(dot)com
(Bonnie Roof 11:10pm March 21, 2014)

Your books sound wonderful, Miralee. Thanks for the chance to win a copy.
(Marcy Shuler 12:01pm March 22, 2014)

Thanks for giving us a chance to win one of your books.
(Shelia Wade 12:27pm March 22, 2014)

Loved Blowing on Dandelions and look forward to reading Wishing on Buttercups. Please include me in your book giveaway.
Thanks in advance..:)
(Beaj Drader 2:15am March 22, 2014)

Sounds like a great read. Look forward to reading it.
(Carol Woodruff 7:34pm March 22, 2014)

I would love to win these books. Thanks for the giveaway.
(Kathleen Beale 8:23pm March 23, 2014)

The descriptions of your book make them look amazing. i'm
looking forward to read them
(Sarah Hansrote 10:36pm March 31, 2014)

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