20 Mar Super Exciting News for Readers
I am super excited to announce that I have a story in the new anthology “Charleston Light: Stories Inspired by Sullivan’s Island Lighthouse”. The book contains eight novellas written by authors who belong to the South Carolina Lowcountry Chapter of the American Christian Fiction Writers (ACFW).
The inspiration for each unique story in this anthology came from the Charleston Light lighthouse on Sullivan’s Island. My husband (Alan) and I attend church on the island and enjoy learning the history of the island and the people. The writer’s group toured the Charleston Light lighthouse area and agreed this would be great material for stories.
My story is “Second Time Lighthouse Love”.
After two years, widow Lana Pierce continues to grieve the loss of her beloved husband Stan. When the older woman finds a mysterious notebook left on their favorite bench, she wonders if this could be a secret message intended for her. Is another “forever love” possible?
One of the extra special ideas came when the writers discussed how proceeds from sales of the book should be handled. As a group, the decision was made to donate all proceeds to SOUL (Sanctuary of Unborn Life). Dianne Miley, a chapter member of our group, and anthology contributor, is the Founder of SOUL. This faith-based non-profit group provides support, mentoring, and housing assistance for local pregnant and new mothers in need. More information about SOUL can be found on their website. www.sanctuaryofunbornlife.org
Now for more exciting news. I am putting together a launch team for the book. Would you please consider being part of this launch team? There are several ways to help.
Read my short novella for free and write a review and post it on Amazon, Goodreads, and Bookbub. Hopefully, you will enjoy the story and want to purchase the entire book.
Pre-order the anthology ebook. The ebook is $2.99 on Amazon now. The normal price is $4.99, which is still a good deal.
Share this Preorder on your social media. Tell your family, friends, and yes, strangers, about the book.
If you decide to be on my launch team, please read the story by April 14th. All reviews should be posted by April 17th. Amazon will not allow reviews until April 14th.
If you are interested and available to read my novella, please email me at ahenderson312@gmail.com. I’ll be happy to send you a free pdf of my story.
Perhaps you would like to purchase the ebook without being on the launch team. Here’s the link to pre-order.
Have a blessed day and look for lighthouses,
Melissa Henderson aka Mimi
Barbara Harper
Posted at 18:41h, 20 MarchCongratulations, Melissa! I love the Charleston area, and have visited many times, though not to the lighthouse.
Melissa G. Henderson
Posted at 19:56h, 20 MarchThank you Barbara. This is truly a very unique area. Have a blessed week! 🙂
Kimberly Rose Johnson
Posted at 22:42h, 20 MarchCongratulations on your upcoming release! I look forward to reading it.
Melissa G. Henderson
Posted at 12:44h, 21 MarchThank you so much. 🙂 Have a blessed week!
Leigh DeLozier
Posted at 09:04h, 21 MarchCongratulations! That’s wonderful news!
Melissa G. Henderson
Posted at 12:44h, 21 MarchThank you. I’m very excited about this anthology. Have a blessed week! 🙂
Jill Weatherholt
Posted at 15:57h, 21 MarchCongratulations, Melissa!❤️
Melissa G. Henderson
Posted at 16:12h, 21 MarchThank you so much Jill. This is a fun project. Have a blessed week! 🙂
Melinda Viergever Inman
Posted at 18:42h, 21 MarchThis looks so intriguing! I’m guessing you’ll have many sales in your region given your excellent writing as well as the other writers’ addition. Thank you for sharing with us, Melissa.
Melissa G. Henderson
Posted at 22:03h, 21 MarchThank you Melinda. Your encouragement is truly a blessing. 🙂 Have a blessed week!
Katherine Pasour
Posted at 13:15h, 22 MarchCongratulations! Sounds like a wonderful book and I look forward to reading. Emailing you.
Melissa G. Henderson
Posted at 23:11h, 22 MarchThank you so much Katherine. I appreciate your encouragement. Have a blessed week! 🙂
Jessica Brodie
Posted at 17:55h, 22 MarchCongratulations! Your story sounds really good, and I love that the book proceeds will support such a great cause. I’ll be on your launch team! Emailing you now. 🙂
Melissa G. Henderson
Posted at 23:12h, 22 MarchThank you so much dear friend. I appreciate your help and encouragement. Have a blessed week! 🙂
JD Wininger
Posted at 01:39h, 23 MarchI’ve seen the lighthouse once, but I want to help in every way possible my friend. Rolling up my sleeves.
Melissa G. Henderson
Posted at 11:54h, 23 MarchThank you dear friend. Send me your email and I’ll send you my story. 🙂 Have a blessed day! 🙂
Lynn J Simpson
Posted at 17:54h, 23 MarchCongratulations Melissa! It sounds like a wonderful project to be involved in.
Melissa G. Henderson
Posted at 18:09h, 23 MarchThank you Lynn. I’m super duper excited about the project. Have a blessed week! 🙂