The scent, the smell, the feel of a new book never gets old for me. And this month is the official release date for my new book with Love Inspired. My very first Love Inspired and my first in the Amish genre. A Love for Lizzie was this germ of an idea and then over the months it grew into a full fledged story. Writing this book was not without it's trials and tribulations. And I guess, looking back, I have this same experience with all of the books I've written. The difference this time around is the fact that I'm with a new to me publisher and a new to me genre.
I've enjoyed researching and embracing the Amish culture. I'm learning the ropes at my publishing house. I think the old part of this was the discipline of writing the novel; sitting at my desk every day and producing words! The new has been meeting so many new readers. Readers who love Love Inspired books, and readers who love the Amish genre. And of course seeing the germ of an idea, turn into a sold book! I absolutely love when the book arrives. I love opening that box and taking out the first book, which I always sign and give to my husband. I really get a kick out of seeing the book on the store shelves. And, as I've said, I've done this before, but holding A Love for Lizzie in my hands was like seeing my book for the first time. Yes, it's old hat, but the feeling bursting inside of me were those of being a debut author all over again.
I'd like to take this time to thank each and every one of you who take the time to visit this blog. And I'd like to thank you for making this old-time author feel new again!
Wishing you all the best of summer!
Tracey
Harlequin Love Inspired July 2019
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"Readers will be rooting for Lizzie in Tracey Lyons’ newest offering, A Love for Lizzie! Tracey has a terrific way of creating multidimensional characters who are both likable and compelling. I’m already looking forward to Tracey Lyons’ next book!" ~NYT and USA Today bestselling author Shelley Shepard Gray
Childhood friends joined by a painful past…Can love blossom between them?
After her father falls ill, Lizzie Miller and her family desperately need help to keep the farm going during harvesttime. Neighbor Paul Burkholder is eager to lend a hand—and to court Lizzie. But Paul has a secret that he fears could push Lizzie away. Can they finally heal from a tragedy in their pasts…and open their hearts to each other?
Copyright © 2019 by Harlequin Enterprises Limited
Cover copy text used by arrangement with Harlequin Enterprises Limited.
Cover copy text used by arrangement with Harlequin Enterprises Limited.
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Congrats on the release of your Amish Love Inspired story!!!
ReplyDeleteI agree, Tracey. LI readers are the best! The very best!
I hope Lizzie and Paul can get together. Something tells me there will be a wedding after the harvest! Fingers crossed! :)
I second what Debby said, indeed, the Love Inspired readers are wonderful and make you and your work feel welcome. A Love for Lizzie sounds exciting, and I can't wait to read.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on your release, Tracey. It's so exciting to see our babies released into the wild. I enjoyed your post. Blessings.
ReplyDeleteWe’re glad you’re here. Congratulations on the book!
ReplyDeleteCongrats, Tracey. Don't you just love to watch how a tiny seed of an idea sprouts into a full story. It's an amazing creation process. Thanks for sharing your thoughts. So glad to have you here and at LI.
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