In the U.S., it’s soon time for Thanksgiving, aka, “Turkey Day.” Personally, I’m partial to the stuffing, though I enjoy the main course and all the other trimmings, too. November always feels like a short month to me with Christmas looming around the corner.
No complaints though because Christmas is my favorite holiday. Not only do I enjoy December 25th and Christmas Eve, but I love the entire month of December. It’s like one long holiday with all the merriment, festivities, and spirit of goodwill that leads up to that very special day. I’m a Christmas sap.
So it stands to reason I’d eventually get around to writing a Christmas story.
Those who know me also know there are two things (other than writing) I’m passionate about: folklore and cats. When it came time to dream up a Christmas story, I decided to weave both elements into the tale. The result is FOOD FOR POE, a short Christmas novella that is also a tale of sweet romance, twined with the paranormal, and even a wee smidgen of horror (just a smidge, I promise!).
Take a look:
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When a blizzard strands Quinn Easterly at a handsome stranger’s house on Christmas Eve, she doesn’t realize her newly adopted cat, Poe, is the catalyst responsible for bringing them together.
Breck Lansing gave up on relationships after his wife, unable to cope with their daughter’s illness, left him. But the pretty blonde he rescues from a snowstorm has him rethinking his stance—especially when Quinn’s arrival coincides with a dramatic change in Sophie’s health.
Unfortunately, that change also attracts something only whispered about in folklore. Together, Quinn and Breck must defeat a sinister creature intent on claiming the ultimate payment.
Warning: A clever black cat, Christmas magic and paranormal trouble
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I’m happy to announce that FOOD FOR POE has just released. In celebration of the holidays, you can grab a copy for $.99 at Amazon. If you don’t have a Kindle, you can download a FREE Kindle Reading App for your PC, MAC, iPad, iPhone, Android or tablet here.
Merry Pre-Christmas and Happy Holidays!
Mae Clair Bio
Mae Clair opened a Pandora’s Box of characters when she was a child and never looked back. Her father, an artist who tinkered with writing, encouraged her to create make-believe worlds by spinning tales of far-off places on summer nights beneath the stars.
Mae loves creating character-driven fiction in settings that vary from contemporary to mythical. Wherever her pen takes her, she flavors her stories with mystery and romance. Married to her high school sweetheart, she lives in Pennsylvania and is passionate about cryptozoology, old photographs, a good Maine lobster tail and cats.
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Sounds like my kind of story. Grabbing a copy as soon as I post this. Good luck on the new release.
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Thank you. You’re wonderful! 🙂 And I already saw your review on Amazon. I’m thrilled you enjoyed the story *happy dance*
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The book sounds awesome, Mae. And I absolutely loved, loved, LOVED the newsletter.
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Hi, Sue. Thanks so much. The book was a lot of fun to write (really an odd mix of genres) and I had a blast with the newsletter. My feline side came out, LOL!
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Congrats! This sounds like a lovely story. I love to see how the paranormal is woven into stories.
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Hi, Susan. *waving* Thank you. My paranormal elements in this one are a wee bit odd, LOL, but I got to play off my love of folklore (and a bit of making things up as I go! 🙂
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Can’t wait to dive in to your new story.
Best of luck with this release, Mae.
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Hi, Emma. Thanks so much. I hope you enjoy the story. It’s was a fun holiday story to write!
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I’m like you. It’s mostly about the stuffing (or dressing if it’s not in the bird, LOL).
You know I picked up my copy as soon as I knew it was released. 🙂 I know I’m going to love this story. How can you beat Christmas, cats, and paranormal, right?
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Woo-hoo! Thanks, Lauralynn.I’m so glad you’re looking forward to reading Poe with its Christmas, cats (or cat) and paranormal.
And hey for the stuffing/dressing! 🙂 my mom was the same way. I think that’s where I get it from!
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My mom hates stuffing. LOL
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LOL! Okay, you get yours from somewhere else then 🙂
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I’m liking the cover and looking forward to Thanksgiving dinner.
sherry @ fundinmental
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Hi, Sherry. Thanks for giving Poe a looksee (I designed that cover myself, so I’m delighted to hear you like it). And yep, I’m looking forward to Turkey Day with all those yummy dishes, too! 🙂
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I love the premise of the story, Mae. There is nothing quite like a black cat to add a dash of magic to a holiday story. I’m looking forward to reading this one.
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Yay! Thanks, Daisy. I’m delighted to hear you’re looking forward to the read and meeting Poe. He definitely worked his magic on me when I was writing this one 🙂
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I got my copy folks! 😉
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Woot! Thanks, Kev! You’re awesome!!
And a big hello to Aragorn and Ricco, too! 🙂
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Reblogged this on Kev's Great Indie Authors and commented:
Don’t miss Mae’s Christmas Holiday Novella!
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Thank you so much!! I knew your blog spots were filled for the year so I didn’t want to ask and impose. You are such a gentleman! THANK YOU!! 🙂
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Oh, I always leave room for a squeeze. 😀
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Looking forward to the Christmas tail… I mean tale.
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LOL! I love that, Stanalei 🙂
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Congrats on the new release Mae!
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Thank you, Jessi. New releases are always fun!
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I’m thrilled for you and for us readers who love reading your stories.
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Aww, thanks, Flossie. This one really was wonderful to write because of the holiday theme and, of course, my love for cats. Give a hug to Marigold for me 🙂
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Very late to the party! Love the blurb and am heading to Amazon…
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The party is still happening, Debbie, LOL. So glad to have you pop in. I hope you enjoy the story. It’s a short little thing but sweet and romantic. And I grew so fond of Poe while writing it 🙂
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Reblogged this on Ace Sales & Authors News and commented:
Nice Novella 🌟
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Thank you so much for the reblog. That’s awesome! 🙂
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All the best with the novella, Mae. That’s just right as a cover – should sell well!
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Thanks, Fred. And I’m glad you like the cover. I designed it myself and was kind of partial to the color blends
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Reblogged this on theowlladyblog.
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Thanks so much for the reblog! 🙂
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I am loving the story Food for Poe! Congrats, Mae!
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Hi, Flossie. So glad you’re enjoying it. I really enjoyed doing a holiday story!
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