New video trailer for An Unlikely Arrangement!


Retirement has found me with a new hobby, producing video trailers for my friends and their books. Who knew it would be so much fun? Anyone who has Windows Movie Maker or anything similar, depending on the brand you have, can do this. It really gives me pleasure to hear the excitement of the author when they view my amateur attempts. Yes, I am only a novice at this. Something fun to do on the side when I am not writing. Of course, I have the sequel to write on AN UNLIKELY ARRANGEMENT . That is coming along nicely. And I have another romantic comedy in the works, also.
It's nice to know I can channel my creativity in other areas as well.
Anyway, I couldn't resist making a new video my book. I am going to share it with you and I hope you like it! Now I can get on with my writing!

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I hope you all check out the wonderful website The Authors Show. It's a great place for writers to get their work in front of a large audience. My interview will be broadcast on Feb. 2nd. I hope you will tune in! Cheers!


http://ping.fm/ITljL

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FUN TIME AT BOOKS & JAVA!


To me, one of the joys of writing a book and having it published is the time you get to spend meeting the public. If people come to a book signing or a book festival, you can be sure they are there because they love to read.
Today, five authors got to do just that. Meet Ann Everett, author of Laid Out and Candle Lit, Don Martinez, author of The Advance Guard and Dinetah Dragon, Jeannie Barber, co-author of Scent of Double Deception and Lynn Hobbs, author of Sin, Secrets and Salvation, and, of course, me, Patty Wiseman, author of An Unlikely Arrangement., Oh, I am the one on the far left. LOL! We had a large support group today and so many well wishers and truly interested people.
If you are a reader, then you would have appreciated the diversity represented at this signing. We had something for everyone. A cozy armchair, historical romantic mystery, a humorous murder mystery with a spicy romance, a couple of fantasy novels, a contemporary romantic mystery, and a Christian Fiction. So you see, something for everyone.
I love to be around writers for the simple reason you find such interesting imaginations and personalities. Perfect fodder to help you drive forward your working novel. The ideas that flow in a circle like that, the comraderie and support is a valuable tool. Besides, it is so much fun!!
I urge everyone to support their local authors and when you do, you will find the most interesting people in the world.
I hope you watch for our next event and join us!!

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WINNER!!!!



AND THE WINNER IS.....WHIT GENTRY!




I hosted a contest for the title to the sequel to An Unlikely Arrangement and we have a winner.
The working title for the sequel is now 'An Unlikely Beginning'. Congratulations to Whit Gentry. He has won a $25 gift card to Amazon!
If you read An Unlikely Arrangement and you were stunned by the end, you will find the answers in the sequel. I have posted an excerpt in the previous post, so scroll back down and read it. I will be posting more in the future.
The sequel opens in the cemetery with Ruth and Peter standing in front of the casket, but who is in there?
If you like cozy armchair mysteries with a touch of romance, you will love this series. Thanks to Whit Gentry and his entry!!

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TITLE SEARCH CONTEST!






I am trying something new today. My Facebook Fan Page giveaway was such a huge success, I am going to try another type of promotion. This one will require a bit more interaction, although no purchase is necessary to win. So many of you have asked me for the sequel to An Unlikely Arrangement, and I am proud to let you know it is coming along nicely. Writing the second book is easier, as I know the characters very well. Although the book itself is practically writing itself, I am stuck on a title for this one. So...I am coming to my fans for some creative input. If you read the first book, you know about the ending. If you haven't read the book, well...maybe it would help you with this contest. Just sayin'... Can you see my big smile?


For an added incentive, I am posting the first paragraph of the second book. Yes, only the first paragraph. The fun part? If I receive 100 entries, I will post more!


Oh, I hear rumblings... What is the prize? Well, all I am going to say right now is an Amazon gift certificate is involved. The amount? I will reveal that after I receive 100 entries. This contest is going to run through January 15, 2012. So you have plenty of time to think of the best title. And it will give you time to read the first book if you haven't already.


I love to interact with my Fans and Followers, Friends and Family. No one is excluded. This is your opportunity to have hands on creative input in my next book! If your title is chosen your name will be listed in the credits! I have enlisted a panel of judges to pick the best title. I will not have final say. I will reveal the names of the judges after I have 100 entries.


If you love contests and you love creativity, jump on board. To enter, you must do two things. Follow my blog here on my website and send me a message with the title you select. The second thing is to join my Facebook Fan Page and post the title you have chosen. I am requiring this so others can see what has been submitted and not duplicate for a better chance to win. If you already belong to my Fan Page you can post the title on my wall, but you MUST join my blog on this site, also. If you already belong to the blog, just send me the message with the title.


To recap: #1 Follow my blog, leave a message with title.



#2 Join my Facebook Page and post the title on my wall. Do not post the title on my personal page. It will not be accepted.



If you already belong to either or both, post the title only, I will see you on my list!



You can purchase my book An Unlikely Arrangement directly on this website. Plus, if you purchase it now you can save 30% by typing in the code SFMQF7R2 when you 'add to cart'. It is available on Createspace, Amazon, Kindle, Barnes and Noble, and Nook. Kindle and Nook versions are available for $2.99. Just click on the hi lighted links. I will also send you an autographed copy if you will contact me in a private message. Just send me a check!



NOW FOR THE EXCERPT:


The snow fell silently, softly, covering the dead grass and dusting the grave stones in the antiquated cemetery on the edge of town. Winter decided to creep into the quiet necropolis as if to remind its temporary occupants who remained in charge. Ruth Squire's heels sank into the lifeless sod, and she felt Peter's hand grip her elbow a bit tighter. She wanted to cry, tried to force herself...almost willed the tears to spring to her eyes, but when she blinked, the rough sandpaper she called eyelids dissolved any thread of emotion.



Because I am offering more for this contest, I am requiring a little more. Please take the opportunity to show me your creativity and your support! I am so excited to find my new title!
























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EARLY BLACK FRIDAY SALE!



EVERYONE LOVES A SALE! I KNOW I DO. AT THE SAME TIME I WANT TO REMEMBER THE REASON FOR THE SEASON. I AM THANKFUL FOR SO MANY THINGS IN MY LIFE, MY HUSBAND, MY CHILDREN, MY GRANDCHILDREN, MY FAMILY. THE BLESSINGS IN MY LIFE DO NOT GO UNAPPRECIATED, FOR I KNOW IT COULD HAVE MUCH DIFFERENT. SO THIS SEASON I AM CELEBRATING SOMETHING I NEVER THOUGHT I WOULD GET TO DO, FINALLY. MY BOOK. IT WAS RELEASED IN AUGUST AND IS DOING WELL, WITH MANY GOOD REVIEWS. AS WE APPROACH BLACK FRIDAY, I AM PLEASED TO ANNOUNCE BECAUSE I AM THANKFUL FOR MY READERS AND MY FANS, MY BOOK IS ON SALE ON NOOK FOR $2.99. IT WILL BE ON KINDLE IN A DAY OR SO FOR THAT PRICE ALSO.


PLEASE CLICK ON THE LINK AND ENJOY!


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LET THE SALE BEGIN!




IT'S HERE! A BIG SALE! JUST PUT THE CODE IN WHEN YOU ADD TO CART AND SAVE 30%! CODE - SFMQF7R2.

GET A JUMP ON A GREAT CHRISTMAS GIFT!






https://www.createspace.com/3585346

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