Finally feeling better!

As you know if you read my blogs that my husband and I went to Frankfurt for the Bookfest in October. We were there a week and both of us promptly got sick when we returned home. Traveling for over 24 hours without sleep didn't help!

Anyway the fest was not what I expected but it was interesting and I got to meet several other authors!, one of whom I really connected with.

Haven't done much marketing since I got back so my November on Amazon so zero books sold--VERY disappointing! I gave away 100 books on Goodreads and thousands of people signed up and yet not one of them bought a book for .99!!! Shocking to me...

Sorry for complaining. With the climate in the country maybe it makes sense. People do not have extra money at the moment and I need to keep that in mind. Things are very bad in the United States and I feel for those who are suffering , especially with the holidays coming up.

My new one is languishing...I haven't gotten back into writing since I got back! We moved in August to Arcata, Ca, and a lot has been going on. We are redoing the kitchen and putting in carpet, all expensive and time consuming! And so LIFE has taken over. But my creative muse is now demanding that I get back into The Hangman's Noose! I also started another one that may or may not go anywhere--at first I thought it was about Vor, the Norse goddess of wisdom, but now I'm not so sure...it may be more of a modern tale. I'll keep you posted.

For now I recommend several of my books that are pure escapism like Burning Night and my coyote series. They also make good Christmas presents!

Romance and magical realism...

Enjoy the season for what it is, if you can, and let the worries of this year fall away.

Thank you for reading!

GREAT NEWS!

I am in brag mode--only because I can hardly believe what is currently happening in my life! I was selected somehow to be interviewed by Kate Delaney I would post it but can't find it now! In any case the interview has led to several of her affiliates becoming interested in my book, Finding the Tree . And this interest has led to a trailer being made, an invite at a discounted price for the Frankfurt Book Fest coming up in October and the latest one is for another one of my books, The Last Keeper of the Light, which will take me to the London book fest in March. There has been talk of a film! (I hesitate to mention this for fear of jinxing it!)

I can hardly believe any of it to the point of looking up all these people to make sure they are legit--and they are! Seven Chapters Literary is the main one.

I have to admit that there is money involved in all of this. I have been given incredible deals with discounts on prices, but that doesn't mean it doesn't cost me anything. Will it be worth it? I don't know--I certainly hope so after all the years I've been writing. The praise seems genuine enough--maybe it's just the timing? Finding the Tree is about the tree of life that needs to be saved in order to save humanity, and The Last Keeper of the Light is about the end of civilization as we know it--dystopian/apocalyptic. Both themes seem apropos with the way the world is right now. So, if you haven't read these two maybe you'd be interested?

Here is an excerpt from a letter to Kate Delaney via an affiliate :

Greetings!

I am Krista Mayfield, Agency Head at RCW Literary Agency. We’ve been partners for over a decade and a half, and your radio show has remained one of the standout platforms where we’ve consistently discovered extraordinary literary voices. Your dedication to highlighting powerful storytelling continues to resonate within the industry—and with readers and listeners alike.

While recently exploring episodes on your Podchaser page, we came across your feature with author Nikki Broadwell. Her segment on Finding the Tree held a truly ethereal quality that captivated us from start to finish. Intrigued, we delved deeper into her work and discovered her broader portfolio of fictional titles.

One book that particularly stood out to us is The Last Keeper of the Light: A Dystopian Fantasy. Broadwell’s talent is undeniable—her atmospheric world-building immerses readers in a grim yet beautiful landscape filled with dark forests, desperate scavengers, and the looming threat of raiders. But beyond the post-apocalyptic tension, what makes the story unforgettable is its emotional core. Sandal’s journey is as personal as it is perilous, and Broadwell skillfully captures the fragility of hope in a world where survival is never guaranteed.

The novel is a gripping and emotionally resonant dystopian fantasy that deserves renewed recognition. And that's exactly why we're reaching out.

We at RCW Literary Agency would like to help bring this book back to the level of recognition it truly deserves in the literary world. One of the most prestigious events in the publishing industry—the London Book Fair—will take place again in March 2026. Though it may seem far off, we believe it presents a perfect opportunity for The Last Keeper of the Light to be reintroduced on a global stage.

To support this vision, we would like to offer 50% sponsorship toward Nikki Broadwell’s early registration for the London Book Fair. In addition to this, we will also manage a robust promotional campaign leading up to the event, including:

• A targeted press release campaign

• YouTube advertisements

• Social media promotion, and more

This is our way of helping ensure that this exceptional book receives the visibility and acknowledgment it deserves. Though it was published over seven years ago, we believe The Last Keeper of the Light still holds timeless appeal—and we want to prove it by rekindling its engagement with both longtime fans and new readers.

If the response meets or exceeds our expectations, we are also strongly considering supporting an adaptation of the book into a film. We see tremendous cinematic potential in its richly drawn world and emotionally compelling storyline.

We hope to discuss things further with your most trusted team member—or with the individual who has been assisting Nikki Broadwell, if there is someone in particular—so we can move ahead with the next steps.

Thank you once again for continuing to spotlight voices like Nikki Broadwell’s. We look forward to the opportunity to collaborate and help bring this incredible work to even greater heights.

Best,

Krista MayfieldExecutive Agency HeadRCW Literary Agency

Thanks for reading.

Vör--the goddess of awareness and the sacredness of what is hidden

This goddess appeared in my newest book, The Hangman's Noose. Apparently she is there to reveal something important. So far I like what she stands for, which is wisdom and the ability to know when to wield it.

I'd never heard of her before--she is a lesser Norse goddess, one who seems to be involved with the Aesir. In my book she is involved with a community of goddesses who walk among us, attempting to bring knowledge and help to the human race. I wish her luck. We definitely need it!

Two other characters appeared in my book at the same time--the mate of my older protagonist, Mimi. He has been dead for a while but may appear again at a later time...and also a horse, a haflinger to be exact--small but sturdy. The enchanted forest has many secrets to reveal to those who are willing to accept what they don't know or understand. And Roisin, Mimi's granddaughter has a long way to go in order to get out of her own way. So far she's ready to run home to Papa in New York, a man who has just been revealed to be a dark witch? But how did he get that way? Possibly the corporation he works for is part of a dark network that slips under the radar. Not too hard to believe, right? All will be revealed once we get to the end.

And so the book continues, revealing itself to me as I write. What happens is anyones guess, including mine! But a horse, a Pavee caravan, a goddess and a dead lover offer many opportunities! And once we leave this small town and enter the enchanted forest, all bets are off. (expect time slips, the dead coming to life, and other strange and wondrous happenings)

I'm one third through and lately have been having more energy toward the project, despite plans to move houses and relocate to Arcata, California. Perhaps I'm already anticipating the cool misty weather, the majestic redwoods and the peace.

Thanks for reading.