So, I’m scheduling all the Booking Through Thursday posts for December and got a little ahead of myself. If you saw a post come through for December 3rd, no, we haven’t time-traveled. It’s still October, thankfully.
Serves me right for clicking through a little too quickly.
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What house would you pass by no matter how late (or early) it was? House of Usher? Manderley? Hill House? I’m sure there are others we should avoid. Let us know where not to go this week.
What fictional house would you absolutely not spend the night in?
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What everyone should be doing on Sunday:
This is only their morning nap, too. They have some serious afternoon napping to look forward to.
This past week, I wrapped up adding all the longhand edits into the manuscript. Am I done editing? No. No, I am not.
The next round is more surgical. There are things I want to change, elements that need linking, and small things to add that will play out in book three.
But this coming week, I’m taking a bit of a break. I’ll be making notes in the morning, but we’re due for some lovely weather, so I’m going to give my brain a rest and get all the outdoor stuff done.
Otherwise, it will somehow become November, and I’ll be outside, pulling in the hoses and birdbaths during a wintry mix.
I’ll probably read a lot, too, and maybe binge-watch a few things. But mostly, I’m hoping to be kind to future-me and get all the autumn clean-up done.
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Did you ever start a book not expecting to be scared and then all at once you’re double-checking the locks and peering beneath the bed? Did you put on a brave face? Or did you opt out at that point?
Let us know what books we should (or perhaps shouldn’t) try.
What book scared you more than you expected it to?
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But there was one in the backyard this week! It was down by the pond, and while I tried to get a photo, it wasn’t happening. All I got for my efforts was an orange blur.
Still, I haven’t seen a fox in the backyard for years (granted, I may simply be missing them), so it was nice that this one stopped for a visit.
Autumn and October have officially arrived:
In writing news, I’ve made it through the longhand edits! The last 200 pages or so are waiting patiently for me to start keying them into the manuscript.
After that, I’ll need to comb through the manuscript, adding here, deleting there. Looking for the crutch words and phrases I’ve used or overused. I know I’ve said aplomb far too many times (or, rather, Henry has). My characters do far too much eye-rolling (to be fair, it’s warranted).
I even started work on the cover. Here’s a peek:
So, The Marigold Miracle is starting to feel like a real book.
I am, however, taking the rest of the day off. It’s lovely out, and while I may not venture far from home, I am going to enjoy this unseasonably warm weather.
Welcome to Booking Through Thursday, a weekly bookish meme about books and reading for everyone who loves both. Booking Through Thursday was first hosted by Deb. With permission, I’ve restarted it in 2026.
Do you have a favorite genre that’s off the beaten path?
Maybe it’s nonfiction about a particular time in history. Perhaps books for a craft or hobby. Maybe it’s hopepunk or bizarro fiction. Whatever you love, let us know (and maybe recommend a book or two).
What’s a favorite genre that others might not read?
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Here it is. The Bookshop @ Writing Wrongs, my online bookstore.
Feel free to visit. If you spot a typo or a broken link, drop me a note in the comments here. I’d appreciate it. I was going fast and furious with all the connections, uploads, and whatnot.
BookFunnel handles delivery of both the ebook and the audio (you can listen to the audio in their app or in a web browser).
And if you’re in a shopping mood, feel free to use the coupon NOWOPEN at checkout for 25% off. (Good until October 31st.)
I’m both extremely charged up after yesterday and extremely tired. Somehow, both these feelings can coexist without any contradiction.
I enjoyed myself far more than I expected. I’m not only a committed introvert, but I’m also pretty shy. But I love talking about writing, and I love talking about books, and I got to do both yesterday. My table location in one of the room’s corners was a bonus for me. I felt quite comfortable there.
Some takeaways:
Some pictures:
My author table setup—one small issue. The author packet said tablecloths were provided, but the festival had to switch venues, and, well, no tablecloths. Next time I’ll know to pack one. On the plus side, this gave me a chance to see what other authors use before I buy anything.
Me (obviously) at my table (also obviously)
Me with Kate DiCamillo with the signed collector’s edition of The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane for my daughter. I’m hoping this is a fair exchange for the sweater.
Welcome to Booking Through Thursday, a weekly bookish meme about books and reading for everyone who loves both. Booking Through Thursday was first hosted by Deb. With permission, I’ve restarted it in 2026.
Do you read a certain type of book in October? Does autumn change your reading habits? Or do you simply go with what’s become available on your library waitlist?
What’s your October reading vibe? Cozy, creepy, gothic, magical, or something else?
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For those who like to plan ahead, here are the October 2026 Booking Through Thursday prompts:
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