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  • Beyond December Pre-order Available Now

    Michael Ehret, author of the novella “Big Love,” is set to publish his full-length novel “Beyond December” on November 5, 2024. Pre-ordering in Kindle and print versions is now available!

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  • Beyond December, Excerpt #8

    Beyond December, Excerpt #8

    In early November, my debut novel, “Beyond December,” will release. The story follows Zakary Cooper, a small-town newspaper editor grappling with his wife’s untimely death and haunting visions of her. As he confronts his past, Zak must navigate love, loss, and the possibility of moving on.

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  • Beyond December, Excerpt #7

    Beyond December, Excerpt #7

    In November, my debut novel, Beyond December, will release from Scrivenings Press. Here is the seventh snippet from the novel, leading up to the launch on November 5, 2024. The story revolves around Zak, grappling with his late wife’s presence, and Jenny, a newcomer with a mysterious connection.

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  • Beyond December, Excerpt #6

    Beyond December, Excerpt #6

    In early November, my debut novel, Beyond December, will release from Scrivenings Press. The story follows newspaper editor Zak Cooper, who experiences visions of his deceased wife, Kay, prompting questions about bereavement hallucinations. As he grapples with his grief, new connections emerge, challenging his perception of love and loss.

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  • 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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  • Bereavement Hallucinations: What Are They?

    After the death of loved ones, I sometimes “saw” them, still, around town. I later learned that mourning-induced hallucinations are not rare. Inspired by these personal experiences, I wrote the novel, “Beyond December,” exploring the impact of loss and the blurred lines between reality and hallucination. The novel follows Zak, who grapples with intense bereavement…

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