Creativity

  • Finding Light in Dark Times

    Let’s look at the balance between melancholy and hope in life, and in writing. Inspired by Dean Koontz’s advice to maintain a light tone, the author infuses humor and hope into the upcoming novel, “Beyond December,” despite its themes of death and personal challenges.

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  • So, It’s Official Now

    So, It’s Official Now

    I’m excited to share images of me signing the contract for “Beyond December,” my first novel. Look for it November 5, 2024, from Scrivenings Press.

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  • Beyond December, Excerpt #5

    In early November, my debut novel, Beyond December, will release. The story follows Zak Cooper, a newspaper editor, grappling with the death of his wife, Kay, as he experiences possible hallucinations of her presence. The book explores themes of love, loss, and moving on.

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  • Beyond December, Excerpt #4

    Beyond December, Excerpt #4

    In November, Michael Ehret’s debut novel, Beyond December, will be released. The story follows Zak, who sees his deceased wife, Kay, raising questions about his sanity, love, and moving forward in life. Excerpt snippets will be shared weekly.

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  • Beyond December, Excerpt #3

    Beyond December, Excerpt #3

    In early November, the debut novel “Beyond December” by Michael Ehret will release. The story follows Zak Cooper, who is grappling with the loss of his wife, and introduces Jenny Miller, who seeks refuge for her and her daughter. Weekly excerpts will be shared leading up to the release on November 5, 2024.

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  • Beyond December, Excerpt #2

    Beyond December, Excerpt #2

    A debut novel, “Beyond December,” by Michael Ehret, explores love and loss as Zak Cooper grapples with seeing his deceased wife around town. What is happening? It releases on November 5, 2024.

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  • Something New on the Horizon

    Something New on the Horizon

    In the coming novel, Beyond December, by author Michael Ehret, Zak Cooper’s experiences with his deceased wife lead to questions about love, loss, and the possibility of moving forward. Marriage is for life, but love lives on.

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  • Who Is Berly Charles?

    Who is Berly Charles? The heroine of my novella, “Big Love.” Here’s an insight into her motivations.

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  • What do I mean by “Big Love”?

    What is this “Big Love” my character is looking for? I let her tell you in her own words.

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  • A Great Idea for Using Tiny Houses!

    See a great video featuring a tiny house community for veterans in Kansas City. Something similar happens in my novella “Big Love,” which also focuses on a similar charity build and contemporary romance, in a humorous way.

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