Fiction writing

  • 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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  • Top Upcoming Christian Novels You Can’t Miss

    Author Michael Ehret shares his enthusiasm for writing in a successful year, highlighting his novella “Big Love” and upcoming novel “Beyond December.” Additionally, he recommends new releases from authors in the American Christian Fiction Writers organization.

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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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  • 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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  • Beyond December: Excerpt

    Beyond December: Excerpt

    In early November, my debut novel, Beyond December, will release from Scrivenings Press. Before the release date, I will share snippets from the novel because, well, because I’m just so excited about the release I can’t wait to get things out. Beyond December in Kindle and print formats is now available for preorder from Amazon.

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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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  • Should I “Tiny House” My Garage? Vote!

    The other day I read a fascinating post on the blog “Tiny House Talk” about transforming an out building (not an outhouse!) into a tiny house and renting it on Airbnb. See that completed house here. Here’s one of the photos of the “before.” Yech! I think my lead character, Berly Charles, in my novella

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