This took a long time coming. Not only the writing of the novel which began at the beginning of Covid but also the revisions, editing and cover design.
I am grateful for the wonderful job which Anneli Purchase did on the diligent editing of the book.
The cover design was done professionally and patiently by Anita Carroll.
Both e-books for KDP and Smashwords as well as the KDP paperback version will be available on April 6.
In the meantime, here’s a bit about the novel:
Three university friends, Holly in the early stages of Alzheimer’s, Kim, a law student seeking justice and Amelia a part-time pole dancer.
When Amelia is found strangled, Holly takes it upon herself to investigate the murder while she becomes prime suspect.
The clue to the murder lies in Holly’s note book of the investigation along with Vincent Van Gogh postcards left not only at the scene of Amelia’s murder but also next to the bodies of two other murders.
Carol Balawyder 
Congratulations! This book sounds great and the cover is amazing. Well done.
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Thanks, Darlene! ❤
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Congratulations, Carol! The cover is beautiful and reflects the story. And the story itself sounds intriguing and suspenseful. A fascinating melding of mystery, psychology, and more!
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Thanks, Margot. I’m happy to hear that you find the cover reflects the story. There are very subtle stars which are in Van Gogh’s Starry Night.
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This is one of the few books I know of that deals with Alzheimer’s so thoroughly and sympathetically, while at the time time keeping the reader hooked from page to page, right to the end.
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Thanks, Anneli. You played such an important role in bringing this book to life!
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I like to think I helped but 99.99999999% of the credit goes to you. Well done.
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How exciting! Celebrating your every success.
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Thank you, Annette. I am so grateful for your generous words. ❤
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Hahaha. I just read this over again and saw that I wrote “time time” instead of “same time.” Oops! Not good for an editor, but I assure you I was more careful with your book. Yikes.
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Congratulations, Carol! I’m so intrigued by the tagline. I look forward to reading it! xo
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Indeed! I just finished reading a book about four elderly friends who all have to deal in some way with loss, with dementia, and together they solve … murders!
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Oh, I am very interested in the title of this book. Thanks for commenting. ❤
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Thanks, Jill. I hope you will enjoy it and find it inspiring in some way. ❤
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Congratulations! That sounds like an intriguing book and the cover is beautiful.
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Ah, thank you Thomas. The cover designer, Anita Carroll, and I worked very hard in trying to match the cover with the story. There are some subtle stars in the cover which reflect the stars in Van Gogh’s Starry Night, which is an important clue to the murders.
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Congratulations. Well done.
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Thanks, Michael. That’s so kind of you to say. 🙂
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You’re welcome. You deserve it.
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Looking forward to reading this intriguing book with the stunning cover!
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Thanks, Ursula! Hope the contents delivers on the cover.
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Great story, and I really do like the cover. As my second book is fast nearing completion, and if Anneli and Anita are willing, I would love to employ their skills in heling me with mine.
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You can contact Anneli from my link on this post. She’s a very conscientious editor. When you’re ready to find a cover let me know and I’ll give Anita’s e-mail or Anneli can as well. But I suggest that you’re all finished with your editing before dealing with your cover. Many changes could occur especially page number which will affect the book cover dimensions. BTW What is the title of your first book?
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I’m so glad Anneli Purchase did an amazing job on the editing of the novel! The cover design was also great! I can’t wait to read the book!
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Thanks, Sarah. I hope that you’ll enjoy the book.
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Congratulations, Carol! I’m sure this will be another great read by you. It sounds intriguing.
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Thank you so much, Jennifer, for your kind and encouraging words. So greatly appreciated. ❤
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Can’t wait to read it. I hope the marketing isn’t as hard as getting your manuscript ready for print. I like the different backgrounds of the main characters. Good luck.
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Thanks, Jack. You’re right marketing is always the difficult part. Sometimes the best route is word of mouth. 🙂 What have you been up to?
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Ooh, congrats Carol. Sounds very Dan Brown-ish, and the cover is stunning! I look forward to reading! ❤ xx
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Thanks, Debby. The cover took a lot of back and forth between myself and the designer. Browsing though book covers…telling her I like the lettering on one, the photo on another, the mistiness on another. The little stars are a reflection of the stars in Van Gogh’s Starry Night, which is part of the clue to the murders. ❤
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I love the whole concept of the cover. It was the lilac mistiness that struck me first. Gorgeous! xx
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Thanks, Debby. This mistiness is meant to evoke the mistiness of Alzheimer’s. So glad you like the cover! xxx
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I love it! ❤
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Congrats, Carol. The cover is absolutely gorgeous. I’ve also used Anneli for editing and she’s a champ. Enjoy the new book glow!
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Thanks, Diana. Anneli is truly a meticulous and professional editor.
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The cover is great, Carol! Congrats on the book 💗
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Thanks, Christy. I’m sure that Anita, the designer will be pleased to hear this. ❤
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I was wondering when your new book would be coming out. What an intiguing plot, (but of course yours always are.) Love the Cover! I wish you every success my friend and will do my utmost to help you promote it. ❤
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Thank you, Ellie. It took a long time not only writing the book but also the editing and cover design. Now comes the hard part, as you well know – marking it! ❤
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Congratulations, Carol! I love the cover and I’m looking forward to reading your new book. ❤
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Thank you, Ana. I hope you’ll like the book as well as the cover ❤
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Thank you for sharing!.. like the cover, looking forward to reading the book… wishing you much success in having your dreams come true!.. 🙂
Until we meet again….
May love and laughter light your days,
and warm your heart and home.
May good and faithful friends be yours,
wherever you may roam.
May peace and plenty bless your world
with joy that long endures.
May all life’s passing seasons
bring the best to you and yours!
(Irish Saying)
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Thank you, Dutch for your kind wishes and I hope that you’ll enjoy the book. Hope you’re having a wonderful weekend.
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I’d love to hear more information about where to purchase ths book. 🙂 It sounds like it’d make for an interesting read.
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Thank you so much for your interest. The Lilac Notebook is available on Amazon and Smashwords, Kobo and Barnes&Noble. Hope this helps you. 🙂
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