Our hostesses Mary and Mac, both have new releases, so Mary decided to take us all for a trip to New York to celebrate, and so, because it's Thanksgiving this weekend, we're partying on Wednesday this week instead of our usual Friday Roast - but we'll be open for comments for the rest of the week.
Happy Thanksgiving everyone, and we hope you enjoy our Release Party for Mary and Mac
“Come on ladies,
you are so slow, I want to get to the top so you can see. Hurray up Mac, thank goodness Patsy reminded
you to come. No, I am not insinuating you’re addlepated, just a bit, well,
forgetful. You did remember to wear clothes?”
Mary chuckles and ducks at Mac’s
swing. “ I know there are a lot of steps, but it’s amazing up there.” Mary
urges the hostesses to climb the many stairs of the Statue of Liberty, in New
York harbor. “Luckily it’s clear today. We should be able to see for miles. “I
still don’t have a clue why we’re here.
“What has this
statue got to do with your book?” Lyn points out. Huffing and puffing, the
girls make their way up to the head of the huge gift from France.
“Well, my story involves immigrants and their families. They are the ones who made our country what it is today. Besides, it’s cool up here.” Mary leads her buddies up to the crown on the top of the huge figurine. “Now just look at that.”
“Well, my story involves immigrants and their families. They are the ones who made our country what it is today. Besides, it’s cool up here.” Mary leads her buddies up to the crown on the top of the huge figurine. “Now just look at that.”
“It’s downright fantastic.” Patsy flexes her Popeye,
biceps and grins. “It’s… it’s, unbelievable.” Lyn exclaims. “This thing is
huge.” The girls lock arms as they view
the water and the tons of boats coming and going.
“Yup, all but one of my grandparents came over and this was the first sight they saw. My Polish grandmother told me she felt awe and a thrill came over her. After the long, trying, voyage on a ship where she felt so scared and lost. The sight of the golden torch thrilled her. She knew that her life would change, and hoped they would have more food then they’d had for a long time. She hoped she wouldn’t have to wait on any more lines for two day old bread. Her parents promised her a better life and they’d taken the ultimate step. They left Poland because things were awful them, to find opportunity, and the hope and excitement she felt gave her a thrill.” Mary sighs “Gosh, I miss her. She loved me unconditionally. And she was the one person who always did.”
“Yup, all but one of my grandparents came over and this was the first sight they saw. My Polish grandmother told me she felt awe and a thrill came over her. After the long, trying, voyage on a ship where she felt so scared and lost. The sight of the golden torch thrilled her. She knew that her life would change, and hoped they would have more food then they’d had for a long time. She hoped she wouldn’t have to wait on any more lines for two day old bread. Her parents promised her a better life and they’d taken the ultimate step. They left Poland because things were awful them, to find opportunity, and the hope and excitement she felt gave her a thrill.” Mary sighs “Gosh, I miss her. She loved me unconditionally. And she was the one person who always did.”
“Anyhow, think
about all the people who came here. They read the welcome, they felt the
patriotism, and they were finally home.” Mary points to the Empire State
Building. “People came here to find what they didn’t have elsewhere.”
Lyn scans the view all around her. “Can we go to the park? I hear there are horses and we can take a carriage to see parts of the city.”
Lyn scans the view all around her. “Can we go to the park? I hear there are horses and we can take a carriage to see parts of the city.”
“Sure, and then
we can try the cool stuff they sell at those cart things. From hot dogs, gyros,
and roasted chestnuts, to sweet Italian Ices, they got it all,” Patsy smiles.
“I want to see the museums and the art galleries, and oh, oh…pizza! Nobody makes it better than New Yorkers.” Mac smiles, and starts to drool.
“Mmmmmm. I’d like a garbage pie!”
“I want to see the museums and the art galleries, and oh, oh…pizza! Nobody makes it better than New Yorkers.” Mac smiles, and starts to drool.
“Mmmmmm. I’d like a garbage pie!”
“It’s not made
of garbage Lyn, “Mary chuckles. “It just has everything on it. I’ll tell them
no anchovies for you.” Lyn twirls a lock of red curls between her fingers. “I
still don’t get why we’re here.”
“I think I
know.” Patsy grins and points to her head. “Just use your noddle. It’s because
the Hero is from Scotland.”
“AAHHHHH,” they
all get it now.
Then Mac spots the cake Oliver's baked for them with her cover on it, along with Mary. "Oh look,I'd almost forgotten my book came out this week as well!"
Then Mac spots the cake Oliver's baked for them with her cover on it, along with Mary. "Oh look,I'd almost forgotten my book came out this week as well!"
The hostesses shake their heads and grin. “I’m just glad that I had relatives who took a
chance and came here.” Mary goes on, and gathers her friends in a group hug.
“Makes me
homesick for Wales,” Lyn sighs. “I’m gonna take you all there so you can get
the feel of the place. But, I won’t soon forget this experience. We live in a
wonderful world. Now if we can get the men to stop with the war stuff, we’d
have a perfect place for all of us to live in.”
So, we dedicate
this post to the whole world. To freedom!
And a little bit of romance, no matter when or where it happens. You
just never know!
BURNED INTO TIME
Congratulations on your new releases, Mary and Mac
BURNED INTO TIME
A horrific car accident, a Celtic ring and destiny, send a young
woman on a journey to the past. In a desperate search for her lost sister, she
follows the instructions left her in a bank vault from a hundred years
ago.
Little did she know the ring would save her life and change it
in ways she could never imagine. Does she have the strength to live through her
nightmare and find her destiny?
Can she face her sister now that things have changed so
drastically? Only time will tell…
THE BILLIONAIRE'S CON
Meggy Calhoun has too much on her plate to explore the shocking
revelations in her birth mother’s letter. The success of Boston’s hottest new
restaurant rests squarely on her shoulders, and her fascination with her hunky
new tenant promises to take up all of her free time.
Trevor
Bryce Christos would do anything to protect the woman who raised him; including
seducing a beautiful con artist disguised as a chef, and bent on cashing in on
his family’s wealth.
Under the microscope of small town
interest, Meggy’s and Trevor’s opposing agendas soon have the townsfolk choosing
sides, and betting on who will be the first to surrender the field, and their
heart
Available at:http://www.stillmomentspublishing.com/p/ebook-store.html
and Amazon
***GIVEAWAY***
To win a copy of Mary's book, all you have to do is just leave a comment and your e-mail address.
Contest ends on Sunday and everyone who comments is eligible.
Mac is also holding a contest with a copy of her book and a Gift Cert as prizes - visit her blog BEFORE 5 PM, 21ST NOVEMBER to enter:
http://mackenziecrowne.com/wp/release-day-open-house-multiple-book-and-10-amazon-gc-giveaway/
Contest ends on Sunday and everyone who comments is eligible.
Mac is also holding a contest with a copy of her book and a Gift Cert as prizes - visit her blog BEFORE 5 PM, 21ST NOVEMBER to enter:
http://mackenziecrowne.com/wp/release-day-open-house-multiple-book-and-10-amazon-gc-giveaway/
Good morning all.
ReplyDeleteGosh, a trifecta of pleasure. A new release, one of my favorite cities, AND time with three awesome chickies. It just doesn't get better than that!
Bells and whistles congrats on Burned Into Time, Mary. The blurb gave me chills. It sounds like an incredible adventure!
Hi Mac
ReplyDeleteIt's my first visit to New York, what an amazing city!
I've read Mary's book and it's a fantastic story. Congratulations on the release of 'The Billionaire's Con'. Can't wait to read it, sounds like a brilliant read too!
Looking forward to reading your new book Mac! Good luck and thanks Lyn!
ReplyDeleteHave a great Thanksgiving!!
Hey Ladies, the food looks terrific and congratulations on the releases! WAHOOOOO!
ReplyDeleteI could really go some garbage pie now. Never heard of it before, but YUM!!
ReplyDeleteAmazing stories.
marypres(AT)gmail(DOT)com
What an inspiring post - I was gripped with the excitement of seeing The Statue of Liberty and the New York skyline through the eyes of those arriving in America to start a new life - all those hopes and dreams and possibilities!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations Ladies on your book launches and wishing you a great roasting of success!
Janice xx
PS. I was delighted to win last weeks's draw for Paula Martins new release 'Her Only Option' and can't wait to read it. xx
Congratulations Mary and Mac! *waves to Patsy* hello sister hostess!
ReplyDeleteHi Mary and Janice, thanks so much for stopping by. Glad you enjoyed the post.
Well darn it I missed the party. Should of read the email better. Had turkey dinner on the brain. LOL Both of your books sound wonderful. Look at all the wonderful I missed too.
ReplyDeleteSue B
Hi Sue - you haven't actually missed the party, we're keeping it going until Sunday being as it's Thanksgiving weekend, and as you see there's masses of food if you're not too full of turkey!
ReplyDeleteLOL I am always hungry. I would love to see both New York and Wales. I have so many places I would love to see.
ReplyDeleteSue B
katsrus(at)gmail(dot)com
Oh me too - I'd love to see the Grand Canyon and the pyramids!
ReplyDeleteThis New Yorker was impressed by the virtual tour of NYC! This blog is one of my favorites to visit.
ReplyDeleteBurned Into Time hooked me from the start. I hope I win a copy if not I'll just have to buy one to make good and sure my TBR list remains impossibly long to get through.
Thanks for all the comments. I love NY!
ReplyDeleteHi Howard, thanks for stopping by and for your kind comments.Glad you enjoyed our virtual tour!
ReplyDeleteHi Howard, thanks for stopping by and for your kind comments.Glad you enjoyed our virtual tour!
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