Author: Prickle Forrest Chronicles by Chrissy Hartmann

PRICKLE FORREST CHRONICLES

Chrissy Hartmann

June 2022

Hello Pricklers,

Woohoo! Its summer… maybe?

Hmm? Here in this neck of the woods the weather has been whacky. But then again, that’s not too strange for Ohio weather. We did manage to get a very nasty storm front to blow through about three weeks ago. The community is still cleaning up from it. In all reality, the county has now been designated as a national disaster. Trees down everywhere. Electricity out all over the place. As of last week, the last few outages have been corrected. Thank goodness too because now the heat waves are rolling in. Time to crank the air conditioner and sit back and read.

The Canal Town Book Fest back on May 28th turned out to be quite a fun event. Got to meet lots of readers and new fans. Even did some networking. And because of this, got invited to the 2nd annual Coshocton book fair hosted by the Write-On Writers Guild on Saturday, October 15th from 9 am to 3 pm. Looking forward to it. Will definitely have to get a new table cloth made for it. Found that the original table cloth for the book fair is a little off center with the graphics on it so need to make a new one. But that won’t be any problem with my designer… as long as she has an 8 foot table to pattern it after. LOL! Did also get to squeeze in the Wayne County Saddle Club for one evening. That was fun and the horses and riders were fabulous. There was one rascal that even got away from its rider. Oops! Will try to get pics next time.

Almost done with the second novel. With the down time from work, have plenty of time to finish it. Shouldn’t take much longer. Keep your fingers crossed though. Am thinking about a name change for it though. So don’t be surprised if you see the second book come out with another name other than Whiskey Coffee.

Okay, Pricklers, just curious to know, do you prefer paperback or digital books? Or how about audio books? If you’d like to drop me a line and let me know what you think, send it to chrissyhartmann

I love both, but find myself listening more to books than reading them right now. Probably because multi-tasking effort on my part. Read a really great novel the other day by Eloisa James who happens to be a favorite of mine. Is called The Wallflower

Loved it!

One last thing…if you’ve finished reading Rescuing Whiskey’s Salvation, would you go on to Good Reads or Amazon and leave a review? If you do, I’d be happy to send you a book mark. Just let me know you wrote the review by E-mail and include your address to me at chrissyhartmann.

Talk soon…!!

Stay prickly!

Chrissy Hartmann

Author

www.chrissyhartmann.com

chrissyhartmann

Don’t miss out on Chrissys debut novel now available on digital and paperback…

RESCUING WHISKEY’S SALVATION

What could possibly bring a cosmetic heiress and a land developing cowboy together, yet at the same time… destroy them? A “dead” uncle? A closed shelter? Maybe an unruly Troupe of clowns? Or all three?

Only one way to find out…

Amazon

https://www.amazon.com/dp/1737928817?ref_=pe_3052080_397514860

Google Play

https://play.google.com/store/books/details?id=8nlOEAAAQBAJ

Books 2 Read

https://books2read.com/Rescuing-Whiskeys-Salvation

Chrissy Hartmann

Prickle Forrest LLC 2022©

PRICKLE FORREST NEWSLETTER

May 2022

Chrissy Hartmann

Hello Pricklers!

Goodbye May!

Now on to June and summer. Woohoo!

But first a little about May 2022.

Joined about 35+ authors to participate in the Canal Town Book Fest sponsored by the Dover Public Library that they held on May 28th. The event went well, but in the opinion here at the Prickle Forrest Chronicles, it would have probably been more successful, if they had it at the library and not mixed in with the rest of the Canal Town Festival. But live and learn.

Did manage to talk briefly to author Julie Anne Lindsey there who was the special speaker on Friday night to open the Dover Public Library’s event.

Lots of great authors from all different genres. Check out Dover Public Library’s Facebook page for pictures, bios, and more details of the event.

https://www.facebook.com › DoverLibrary

And for you Pricklers, an update on the next book coming out in the Whiskey Salvation series is going to be a novella, CHERISHING WHISKEY’S SALVATION. This short comes from Charlie Stockton’s point of view. Gives the reader a dad and husband’s perspective on just what one will do to save the cherished relationships he has with his wife and daughter when he’s pushed into taking a behind the scenes role in rescuing Whiskey’s Salvation. Cherishing Whiskey’s Salvation is scheduled to release in the fall of 2022. In the meantime, if you haven’t picked up a copy of the first book in the series, a limited edition of autographed copies of RESCUING WHISKEY’S SALVATION were on sale Saturday May 28th at the book fest for $10. We are extending the sale for a few more days, so if you missed us there, send an E-mail to Chrissyhartmann requesting one and once we get your payment info we’ll have one in the mail for you soon, real soon. Standard shipping rates will apply, but we don’t ship out of the USA unless you purchase from Amazon and unfortunately those copies are not autographed.

Remember only a limited amount available. But if you miss this now, you can get one closer to the release of Cherishing Whiskey’s Salvation.

For more details check out our website:

https://www.chrissyhartmann.com/books

if you are on Pintrist, then you’ll be happy to know Chrissy Hartmann is on there now too. Look for her @USAWriter355 (Chrissy Hartmann. Also found a very helpful marketing website there.

. If you want some excellent tips on writing, publishing, and marketing check out Mixtus Media (mixtusmedia.com(. and they have an awesome podcast called Mixtus Media that’s definitely worth listening too.

Finally, until we can figure out how to convert our picture files back to JPG, we are unable to post any due to the incompatible format they have been switched to for some unknown reason.

Goosie and Gander plus we here at the Prickle Forrest Chronicles hope you had a blessed Memorial Day weekend. Remember…Where We Go 1, We Go All.

Christina Hartmann-Benchoff

Hello Pricklers,

Big-big thanks to those who showed up at the Orrville Public Library book signing event, March 19th. Over 200 reading fans showed up to meet their favorite Ohio authors. Great time and a well done job by the Orrville Public Library, especially Corrie Yoder and her team.

Looking forward to the next one.

Events like these are wonderful to meet new and old fans, readers, and other authors. Plus a special meet and greet came from Kimberly Crislip Payne who is the new Executive Director of the Buckeye Book Fair.

If you enjoyed this event, then please mark on your calendar to attend the 35th anniversary of the Buckeye Book Fair on November 5th at Greystone Event Center here in Wooster from 9:30 am to 4 pm. Lots of wonderful authors to talk to and get their latest book. And best of all, your purchase will help the Ohio literacy programs they sponsor. For more info check out their website at

https://www.buckeyebookfair.org

As for the current WIP, it looks like the publish date for the novella for the Whiskey Salvation Series, Whiskey Coffee is planned for late summer of 2022. Only two more chapters to write, edit, and design the book cover. So no free time here for the next few months.

Also, we here at the Prickle Forrest Chronicles appreciate your participation in signing up for the newsletter at Orrville Public Library and would like to announce the winner of our signup. The winner(s) is….

Lori B and Tencha S.

We will notify you with a personal E-mail from the author of your winning. So please look for it. Should be coming soon.

Your copy of the novella, Whiskey Coffee will be one of the first we mail out once published. Hope you enjoy it. Had lots of fun writing it. Please leave a review on Good Reads for

RESCUING WHISKEY’S SALVATION

And

WHISKEY COFFEE

when you have time.

https://goodreads.com/chrissy-hartmann

For those of you who didn’t win, Whiskey Coffee will be available for presale at $8.99 and then on release date it will return to its regular price of $10.99 . Presale date will be announced in June’s Prickle Forrest Chronicle. But if you’d like an autographed copy you can order one by contacting us at

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As we all know, Easter arrives in the spring. This year in April. Yay! Goosie and Gander loved it. Here are two photos they thought you’d enjoy.

Enjoy the spring!

Chrissy Hartmann

Don’t miss out on Chrissy’s debut novel…

RESCUING WHISKEY’S SALVATION

What could possibly bring a cosmetic heiress and a land developing cowboy together, yet at the same time… destroy them? A “dead” uncle? A closed shelter? Maybe an unruly Troupe of clowns? Or all three?

Only one way to find out…

Amazon

https://www.amazon.com/dp/1737928817?ref_=pe_3052080_397514860

Google Play

https://play.google.com/store/books/details?id=8nlOEAAAQBAJBooks 2 Read

Books 2 Read

https://books2read.com/Rescuing-Whiskeys-Salvation

Autographed copies of paperbacks and digital book covers can be purchased by sending your request to us at

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Prickle Forrest LLC April2022©

PRICKLE FORREST CHRONICLES

By Chrissy Hartmann

March 2022

Hello Pricklers!

Excitement is stirring here in this neck of the woods. Doing a book signing on Saturday, March 19th. Orrville Public Library will host a book signing for local authors. And yes, this Prickler will be one of the local authors. Woohoo! Woohoo!

Not only will there be autographed copies of Rescuing Whiskey’s Salvation, but going to have aluminum bookmarks and autograph book cover post cards. If we can get a few Rescuing Whiskey’s Salvation magnets and shot glasses made in time to be available then more the merrier.

Melissa from Creative X Studio on Etsy made all the merch plus a few special book cover shirts for the event. You should check her store, she can custom design what you need.

Hopefully, if you live locally, you’ll be able to attend the event. There will be lots of great writers. So come out and say “Hi!” and purchase a few books. You’ll love what’s available.

If you can’t make it for the book signing, then send an E-mail with what you’d like. We now have square available and we can easily ship a special order out for you,

especially if you want an autograph item or some of the merch. More details on the website is coming soon.

Authors Max W. Fischer and Darrell Newton will be attending. This Prickler loves their books too! And if you’re not interested in romance, try their books… YA history and Sci-Fi. Again love the books!

The bookshelf is bursting with a lot of wonderful books for the spring. Just itching to get out on the deck to read. At the moment, the current read deals with copywriting. Yes, that’s correct, copywriting. If one doesn’t become a copywriter after reading all the books picked on the subject matter it will at least help teach one how to tighten their pros and make every word count.

Starting off with…

Kickass Copywriting in 10 Easy Steps

By Susan M. Gunelius

Don’t forget about the very entertaining novel below.

RESCUING WHISKEY’S SALVATION.

If you love intelligent cowboys, quirky Antiquers, stubborn heiress’s than this book is for you. And don’t forget about the ornery Troupe of Clowns.

RESCUING WHISKEY’S SALVATION

Available on digital and in paperback.

As Albert Einstein once said… Creativity is intelligence having fun.

And guess what?

That’s right…

This Prickler intends to have fun. Woohoo!

Here’s hoping all you Pricklers enjoy the spring!

Chrissy Hartmann

chrissyhartmann

https://www.chrissyhartmann.com

Don’t miss out on Chrissys debut novel now available on digital and paperback…

RESCUING WHISKEY’S SALVATION

What could possibly bring a cosmetic heiress and a land developing cowboy together, yet at the same time… destroy them? A “dead” uncle? A closed shelter? Maybe an unruly Troupe of clowns? Or all three?

Only one way to find out…

Amazon

https://www.amazon.com/dp/1737928817?ref_=pe_3052080_397514860

Google Play

https://play.google.com/store/books/details?id=8nlOEAAAQBAJBooks 2 Read

Books 2 Read

https://books2read.com/Rescuing-Whiskeys-Salvation

Chrissy Hartmann

Prickle Forrest LLC March2022©

Hello Pricklers,

It’s official, my website is up thanks to Lori Soard at PromoWarriors.

Now you can subscribe to the Prickle Forrest Chronicles there where you won’t mess a post as it will come directly to your email inbox you’ll get lots more info on what’s going on in Chrissy Hartmann’s writing life. So check her out at

https://www.chrissyhartmann.com

Prickle Forrest is also now using Square, so if you would like an autographed copy of Rescuing Whiskey Salvation or an autographed book cover postcard for the digital version, please contact Chrissy through her website to purchase one.

Aluminum bookmarks, coasters, shot glasses, and other such gifts will be available to purchase soon. Watch for pictures to be updated on the website for these items. Again, subscribe here and you’ll get more news. Thanks!

PRICKLE FORREST CHRONICLES UPDATE
March 2022
By Chrissy Hartmann

Hello Pricklers,

The newsletter is going through some changes. It may or may not be posted to the WordPress website any more. This decision has not been finalized. But if you don’t want to miss a copy of it, then please go and sign up for it at:

https://www.ChrissyHartmann.com

The newsletter will be updating the Prickler fans on publication status, craft tips, and there will even be some giveaways.

The newsletter will not be available on the blog after March 2022, but the Prickle Forrest blog will remain in place. So if you are subscribed to the WordPress blog then stay tuned there also.

If you bought a digital copy of
RESCUING WHISKEY’S SALVATION

And would love to have an autographed novel card, then don’t hesitate to contact Chrissy through the E-mail portal on the website to request one. Directions on who to send a self-addressed stamped envelope (postcard size) will be sent out.

The official March Newsletter will be sent later this month.

Thanks!

Chrissy Hartmann

http://www.chrissyhartmann.com
chrissyhartmann@sssnet.com

Don’t miss out on Chrissys debut novel now available on digital and paperback…
RESCUING WHISKEY’S SALVATION

What could possibly bring a cosmetic heiress and a land developing cowboy together, yet at the same time… destroy them? A “dead” uncle? A closed shelter? Maybe an unruly Troupe of clowns? Or all three?
Only one way to find out…

Amazon
https://www.amazon.com/dp/1737928817?ref_=pe_3052080_397514860 Google Play
https://play.google.com/store/books/details?id=8nlOEAAAQBAJ
Books 2 Read
https://books2read.com/Rescuing-Whiskeys-Salvation

Prickle Forrest LLC
March2022(c)

Hello Pricklers,

It’s February… and love is in the air. Woohoo! Woohoo!
Are you reading any good romances? If not, there’s a fabulous one below you could pick up. Hint! Hint!

This month working hard on getting the Whiskey Salvation novella done. Almost done with the manuscript. Hope to have it finished by March then edited… then published sometime in April. Might start up an ARC (Advanced Reader Copy) team. So if you’d be interested for the Whiskey Series don’t hesitate to drop me a line. ChrissyHartmann@sssnet.com
Only qualification is I’d prefer those who have already read the first book,

RESCUING WHISKEY’S SALVATION

With the snow and the freezing cold temps, doing some catch up reading on all the craft books purchased in 2021 and a few now in 2022. Really love the book
Writing Vivid Settings: Professional Techniques for Fiction Authors (Craft Book 10)
Author: Rayne Hall.

Hopefully, the techniques taught here are seen in all the Whiskey Salvation series books.
If you’re a novice writer and want something good for the craft I suggest you put this one on your shelves. It’s a keeper.

Finally, a little coincidental fact about February…
In this part of the Prickle Forrest its mating season for Skunks. Wonder if the Warner Brothers creators of Pepé Le Pew knew this?

Until next time… stay prickley… And have a love-filled Valentine’s Day!

Chrissy Hartmann

Don’t miss out on Chrissys debut novel now available on digital and paperback…
RESCUING WHISKEY’S SALVATION

What could possibly bring a cosmetic heiress and a land developing cowboy together, yet at the same time… destroy them? A “dead” uncle? A closed shelter? Maybe an unruly Troupe of clowns? Or all three?
Only one way to find out…

Amazon
https://www.amazon.com/dp/1737928817?ref_=pe_3052080_397514860 Google Play
https://play.google.com/store/books/details?id=8nlOEAAAQBAJ
Books 2 Read
https://www.books2read.com/Rescuing-Whiskeys-Salvation

https://www.ChrissyHartmann.com
ChrissyHartmann@sssnet.com
Prickle Forrest LLC February2022©

PRICKLE FORREST CHRONICLES

Chrissy Hartmann
January 2022

Happy New Year!
Welcome subscribers old and new! Changing the format up a bit. This year our fowl friends, Goosie and Gander have decided they want some time off. So on special occasions they will fly in for an update. Plus merchandise giveaways in the form of bookmarks, ornaments, t-shirts, autographed copies of the latest novel, etc. are now available through special events and contests. Just follow the Prickle Forrest Chronicles for your chance to win. Unfortunately, though these are only available to USA residents, but we hope to expand the eligibility as the list of followers do.
And never fear, the PRICKLE FORREST CHRONICLES plans to change up each newsletter. So subscribe at
https://www.ChrissyHartmann.com/contact
to keep up-to-date with Chrissy Hartmann and the PRICKLE FORREST CHRONICLES.

Thanks and enjoy the read!

The WIP…
The work In Progress) is keeping this author jumping. Actually jumping back and forth between the sequel to RESCUING WHISKEY’S SALVATION and a novella. Took chapters that got axed from RWS and made their own little story. The sequel is at the start of Act II finally. Love writing that they are in Bermuda. Definitely need to see about going there to launch the book, which hopefully will be next fall. Keep your fingers crossed! The novella should be out sometime in April 2022. It stars none other than, Charlie Stockton.

UPCOMING EVENTS…
Hoping to take a few classes at the Lawson Writing Academy. Lots of good stuff there. Margie’s a fantastic instructor. Maybe someday can do her one on one workshop. Would love to go to Denver and write with her. Check out her stuff at https://www.lwa.com/

March 18th local book signing. And guess what local author got asked to participate?
Will be autographing RESCUING WHISKEY’S SALVATION books on Saturday, march 19th from 11 am to 2 pm with other local authors at the Orrville Public Library. Bring your copy or better yet, purchase one there.

PRICKLE TIME…
Whether good or bad, a book should always give you prickles. Hard spikey ones or soft touchable ones. And this review got a four star soft prickle review. And yes, that is good! In fact great!

Title: Everlong
Author: R (Rachelle) Raeta

Recently won an autographed copy curtesy of the Picky Bookworm and new Indie author R. Raeta’s novel EVERLONG. And let’s just say
“Wow! Wow! Wow!”
Her storytelling of a classic boy meets girl romance came across refreshing and the paranormal aspect of it did not hurt it either. Loved her short snappy /punchy sentences with powerful verbs intermixed with those long ones. Loved how she wrote it in present tense first person point of view. Felt as if I stood right next to them listening into the conversations. Loved how Lilly started out unsure of herself until Sam came along to build her up.
Gave it a four soft prickly review only because did not like the ending. Not in the way you think though. To be frank its Lily and Sam’s story, it should have ended there. Lets just say the ending would be more effective with a short and straight to the point ending. Kept waiting for maybe something revealing at the end. Maybe a surprise? Maybe a twist? Something. Did not need the filler. Something. Just Lilly and Sam.
All in all, I loved it and highly recommend this book to romance, paranormal readers… and to anyone who wants a fantastic book to read. But grab a box of tissues to have on hand, you will need them!

THE CONTEST…
Just sign up for the Prickle Forrest Chronicles newsletter at https://www.chrissyhartmann.com/contact
for your chance to win one of the two aluminum RESCUING WHISKEY’S SALVATION bookmarks by January 31, 2022.

*Only subscribers residing in the USA are eligible to win.

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BOOK AVAILABILITY…

What could possibly bring a cosmetic heiress and a land developing cowboy together, yet at the same time… Destroy them? A “dead” uncle? A closed down shelter? Maybe an unruly troupe of clowns? Or all three? Only one way to find out…
Rescuing Whiskey’s Salvation

Amazon
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Chrissy Hartmann
Prickle Forrest LLC 23January2022 (c)

PRICKLE FORREST CHRONICLES
By Chrissy Hartmann
December 2021

It’s that time of the year again. When the door’s opened, cold rushes in. Christmas Gifts purchased. Sunlight fades to a sparkling dust of diamonds across the sky. Twinkle lights glow red and green. Carols sung. And the snow’s settled in for the long haul.
What? Wait! No snow?
Oh sure maybe a flake or two, but nothing rooted to the ground yet. Heck, the ground’s probably not even frozen. Hey Mother Nature! Put that broom away and call Jack Frost and Frosty. They are missing in action. Snow’s needed now. Right now. No one wants the stuff showing up in April! So bring it on, but slowly, please. Don’t go hog-wild with any blizzards. Just a Little bit. Maybe an inch or two. You know, enough to call off school once or twice. Enough to tackle the stacks of books by the fireplace that needs read with a good hot cup of coffee. Plus, don’t forget about writing. And yes, these are only a few good reasons to cozy up next to the fire… especially with lots of hot-hot coffee.
So let the flakes fly. Remember that ground hog calls how much longer winter will last and with no snow now, it doesn’t look good for spring. Plus, Frosty needs a little help.
So let it snow! Let it snow! Let it snow!
Happy Holidays!

THE TOP FIVE
1. Holiday cheer. Hug someone. Hug someone now!
2. Christmas Trees and snowmen. Just love them!
3. Christmas Hope. Look at Christmas 1776.
4. Silver. Silver. Silver! And yes gold too!
5. Christmas cookies. Yummy!

WIP IT… WIP IT GOOD…
Okay, finally got back to working on book 2 of the Whiskey Salvation series. Yay! And about time too!
Can authors forget their writing style? Hmm?
But needless to say, RESCUING WHISKEY’S SALVATION is now posted to Amazon in kindle and paperback, Google playbooks, Apple, and Barnes and noble as digital and maybe paperback too, and don’t forget about Nook. Woohoo! Next series will consider Draft 2 digital also. Love it!
The Muses caught me on a high note after all the notifications of publishing and did convince this author an in-between book should be published. So book 1.5 hopefully to arrive this spring. Need to write four chapters and a few minor scenes. Oh Boy! Working on that now. Check the website out for more details or follow the social media links below.

QUERYING…
This will be the last time you see this category. Not planning to query any novels, but possibly the short stories. But, if that happens, will post a special Chronicle announcing its progress. Did come up with two more story ideas for the short story book. That might give the book twenty-two or twenty-three short stories. About 40+K words. There will be two stories in it that have one writing contests. Speaking of contests, the chronicle will be changing somewhat in 2022 and a contest will be added periodically to the chronicle, but only subscribers to the Prickle Forrest Chronicles newsletter will be able to participate. So sign up at http://www.chrissyhartmann.com/contact

THE CRAFT
This month’s writing tip…
If you self-publish, find others in your genre who have done it and ask them questions about it. Will save you time so you need not dig through all kinds of files on the internet about it. Decide if you want to be your own publisher or go as sole proprietor or as an LLC. Then gather all tax info for either way. Get your ISBN in order and filled out. Have your book cover ready for digital and paperback formats. Get your finances in order. And make sure you read up on what type of files are needed for the book cover and the book contents. PDF? Docx? Another format? And figure out a marketing plan. Books don’t always sell themselves. Get a review for it too. Those help lots.

THE HOLIDAYS:
First celebrated Winnie’s 12th birthday on the 6th. She loved all the treats she got. Some gourmet some not so much. But she loved them. Yummy! Although one can tell by her reaction as you go out the door, she’s still not thrilled that she’s retired. Breaks the heart to have to leave her behind. She’s definitely missed when going out. But for her safety, the time had come and this way she’ll be around a lot longer.
Christmas blew in too quickly. Not much time to prepare. Will remember next time not to launch a book in November without being prepared first. Did manage to get the shopping done. And okay, maybe two days before and spent wrapping gifts on the 23rd and 24th, but smiled doing it. Love to wrap gifts in newspaper. Don’t like wrapping paper anymore. If you got the funny papers AKA Sunday comic section, it’s fun for the kids too. Big bows are a plus to. Although managed to forget those this year. But luckily the guys didn’t mind. Now Punkin, that’s a different story. Will admit though, don’t think she like the new Christmas tree. The lights built into it made it hum. Would be nice if it played a Christmas song when they were turned on. Only bad thing about Christmas this year, no snow. Bummer! Not usual for Ohio. Usually we have at least a few inches on the ground by now. None this holiday. Even Boxing Day a disappointment. Rain. Looking forward to New Year’s Eve. Maybe snow then, Hmm? Might host a party this New Year’s Eve. Will update in 2022.

THE BOOKSHELF:
1. Catch the Unicorn: Demystifying Book Marketing for Fiction Authors by Denis Caron
2. Jingle All the Way by Debbie Macomber
3. How to Write Short Kindle Books Romance (Book 1) by Nina Harrington 4. A Kiss in the Snow by Susan Mallery
5. The Christmas Wedding Guest by Susan Mallery

SEASONAL FAVORITES:
SEASON: Winter. Brrr!
SPORTS: Still football. But beginning to wonder why. Browns? OSU? Come on guys!
COLOR: Black and Dark Brown. Thinking of leather, right?
CAUSE: The Seeing Eye Ruff! Ruff!
SONG: Truly Madly Deeply by Savage Garden The louder the better! FOOD: Salmon with sweet potatoes. Yummy!
HOT DRINK: Apple cider with Minglewood cinnamon whiskey. Wow! FLOWER: Roses…preferably fire and ice roses. Beautiful!

DID YOU KNOW…
Dexcom G6 is a fabulous continuous glucose monitor. No more finger pricks. This is almost like having the pancreas working on its own again. Provides a lot of freedom. One quick look at the iPhone app to see the blood sugar and you’re good to go. And if you want to dress your CGM up why not try an overlay patch from Expression Med?
Lots of great designs. Puppy paws, flowers, flags, shamrocks, etc. Check them out with the link below and get $5 off your firsts order. Hopefully you’ll love them too.
**Dexcom G6 is upgrading soon… more info to come.

PRICKLERS OF THE MONTH…
* The Resident. Bring back 45.
* Virus variants. IF they are real.
* Mandates. Remember only bodies of legislature can make laws. Mandates are not laws.
* No snow.
* Inflation. Shortages. Fear tactics. Crimes against humanity.

THEY SAID…
This month’s quote is by
George Washington – December 25, 1776

Victory or death

HOMETOWN UPDATE…
* Maynard’s and Meir coming soon.
* WCS going back to masks until the end of the year. Seriously? * Utilities everywhere have increased.
* Hospitals if full, only because sections closed down because they let go of unjabbed healthcare workers. And if full, it’s the jabbed who are filling them.
* Clay Clark coming to Canton in February.

INQUISITIVE MINDS…
The Muses want to know… Do you prefer…
Real Christmas trees or fake ones?

Please leave your comment below. Thanks!

GOOSING OFF…
Goosie & Gander
Our geese friends celebrated Winnie’s birthday, but when they figured out nothing to eat but dog treats they headed for other entertainment. They did however manage to show up to help celebrate Christmas. Maybe a bit much but they were happy to bring some cheer for such a snowless holiday. Even Santa liked their spirit. They say his exact words were “Ho! Ho! Ho! Nice!” Merry Christmas!

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Prickle Forrest Chronicles
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PRICKLE FORREST CHRONICLES
By Chrissy Hartmann
November 2021

Wow! The beautiful fall colors make the cold weather settling in more bearable. The pumpkins continue to guard the porch. The anticipation of Thanksgiving dinner makes the bellies grumble with all the ads for the big feast. But with a few pumpkin doughnuts all is forgiven. Noticed Mr. Scarecrow doesn’t look too happy, not especially with the couple of days Jack Frost decided to show up with Frosty. And guess who’s not thrilled about their appearance? Yep, that’s correct, Mother Nature. Rumor says she’s banished them away until December. So grab a plate of food, a book, and settle in for a good read. Falls about to end with a cold winter ready to take over. Enjoy!
“And have a fabulous Thanksgiving!”

THE TOP FIVE
1. Thanksgiving holiday. Family, friends, and food. What could be better? 2. Fall colors. Red, orange, gold, brown. Gods perfection!
3. Rescuing Whiskey’s Salvation published to Kindle. Woohoo! 4. The Eagle Scout Project started. Double Woohoo!!
5. Wooster High School football to the playoffs.. God willing!

WIP IT… WIP IT GOOD…
Last month, lost the file to publish to KDP. Had to recreate it. Second round version much, much better. Digital preorder on KDP started the 5th. Author proof not coming until the 10th, the day before paperback version to go live. But got notice that proof coming the 7th. Woohoo! Hopefully everything will look fantastic so don’t have to postpone the paperback release. Indi groups on FB very helpful. Old writer friends are a blessing. Thanks Darrell! Thanks Max! Next step… publish to Google, Apple, and Barnes and Noble. Yeah baby! Going to do a promo contest in December. Trivia questions to win a free copy of book 2. Probably will give 5 away signed. Good idea, right?
Check it out:

Rescuing Whiskey’s Salvation: Hartmann, Chrissy, Hagman, Angelica: 9781737928812: Amazon.com: Books

QUERYING…
Not happening for Whiskey Salvation series. Maybe the For Love Series. Maybe. Don’t hold your breath though. Really like this Indi stuff, now that first novel loaded into KDP. Hoping Google and Apple just as easy. Probably not though. Wouldn’t have that good luck. LOL!

THE CRAFT
This month’s writing tip…
Backup everything! Get rid of junk stuff so if it’s necessary to traverse through all your old files to find the one you need, its better organized. A definite time saver.
Portable USB drives and external USB drives work wonders! Just do it!

THE HOLIDAYS:
Election day rolled across the country in a definite red-wave style. Lots of DemoRats out, and MAGA republicans in. Woohoo! Veterans day celebrated in patriotic silence and appreciation. Hoping to Pick up a few vets dinners this Turkey Day. Wish could do more to help them out.
Thanksgiving with the family. Lots of food. Actually going to have too much food, not enough hours, and too little of take-home containers. But the stuffed mushrooms are always a big hit. Never have leftovers. Bummer! To end it off, only 33 days until Christmas! Get your shopping done soon. Who knows if anything will be on the racks and shelves the closer it gets.

THE BOOKSHELF:
1. Nuremberg Diary by G. M. Gilbert
2. Holiday: A Christmas Salsa by Sharon Miller Hunter
3. Rescuing Whiskey’s Salvation by Chrissy Hartmann

Rescuing Whiskey’s Salvation: Hartmann, Chrissy, Hagman, Angelica: 9781737928812: Amazon.com: Books

SEASONAL FAVORITES:
SEASON: Fall! Almost over. Ugh!
SPORTS: Still football. Buckeyes doing well. Browns, remains to be seen. Don’t think this will turn into a super bowl year. Boohoo!
COLOR: Dark Brown. No other colors need apply.
CAUSE: The Seeing Eye Bark! Bark!
SONG: Truly Madly Deeply by Savage Garden Love it!
FOOD: Sweet potatoes. A classic yummy!
HOT DRINK: Coffee with pumpkin cream and a shot of Minglewoods cinnamon whisky.
FLOWER: Orange and white daisies and orange roses…better yet…both!

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PRICKLERS…
* governments relentless effort to mandate masks and jab.
* Supply shortages brought on by federal government regulations. * Time change… fall back.
* Businesses needing help. America wake up! Get back to work. * Selfish writers. Need anything else be said?
* Brandon’s infrastructure bill. Only 9% going toward infrastructure, if that!

THEY SAID…
Helen Keller
“The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched – they must be felt with the heart.”

HOMETOWN UPDATE…
* Lots of new building in town. A warehouse type building going out by the industrial parkway possibly by Frito Lay. Subway putting in a stand-alone store at Winkler and Cleveland. New baseball fields at Miller Fields. * Buckeye Book Fair started Saturday, November 6th 9:30 am to 4 pm. A huge success! Next one, Saturday, November 5, 2022. Woohoo!
* Life Scout from Troop 65 building a new hut for Salvation Army bell ringers.
* Wooster City Schools Thanksgiving break starts Wednesday, November 24th. * Village Catering doing Thanksgiving dinners again for pickup out of Greystone. Needed to call by the 19th to order. Delicious!

INQUISITIVE MINDS…
The Muses want to know… Do you prefer
Stuffing or mashed potatoes?
Please leave a comment. Thanks!

GOOSING OFF…
Goosie & Gander
Even though this is not a favorite month for Goosie and Gander, they do like to celebrate the colors and the leaves. Plus since Gander and Goosie both served in the Navy they like to sport their attire to celebrate Veteran’s day with their Patriots. Stay tuned for next month… They love celebrating Christmas…

HAPPY THANKSGIVING!

FIND ME…

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Rescuing Whiskey’s Salvation
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