Happy Book Birthday!
Posted on: September 3, 2019
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I am so excited! Today is the long-awaited release of the seventh book in the Amanda Travels series. I can hardly believe it has been almost nine years since the birth of my first book, Amanda in Arabia – The Perfume Flask. Since then, Amanda has visited many places. Join me in celebrating book #7!
In Amanda in Holland – Missing in Action, she explores the Netherlands with Leah and falls in love with the country, and an abandoned puppy she names, Joey. While trying to find a home for him, she learns about a missing gardener, tulips that have disappeared and an uncle who didn’t return from the war. Can she find these missing things without putting herself in danger?
Jacqui Murray from Word Dreams has written a fabulous review for Amanda in Holland on her blog. This is part of what she has to say –
The story is told in a conversational voice that will draw all readers in and deftly mixes the cultural details with how Amanda engages in and solves the mystery.
If you haven’t already, you can read the entire review on her blog https://worddreams.wordpress.com/2019/08/09/book-review-amanda-in-holland/
Thank you, Jacqui and everyone who has written reviews, they mean so much to a writer. Thanks to everyone who pre-ordered the book. I hope it has arrived safely. And a huge thanks to everyone who is planning to pick up a copy for themselves or for a gift.
Amanda and I are very excited to hear what everyone of all ages thinks of this adventure.
79 Responses to "Happy Book Birthday!"
September 3, 2019 at 6:28 pm
Wonderful Darlene.. congratulations.. your promotion going out tomorrow with another early review but will use Jacqui’s in a cafe update end of next week.. enjoy the day hugsxx
September 3, 2019 at 9:54 pm
Thank you so much, Sally. Really appreciate your ongoing support.
September 3, 2019 at 6:33 pm
Congratulations Darlene. I’ve enjoyed following along with you and Amanda. Your new book sounds like a lot of fun.
September 3, 2019 at 6:34 pm
I’m not sure why I’m showing up with my family blog – I never did understand WordPress. 🙂 Barbara
September 3, 2019 at 6:37 pm
Congratulations Darlene. Very pretty cover.
September 3, 2019 at 6:37 pm
Congratulations, on the birth of number 7, Darlene. Great achievement 🙂 Go Amanda!
September 3, 2019 at 6:39 pm
Congratulations, Darlene. It should be really popular, it looks like an exciting read.
September 3, 2019 at 6:54 pm
I am a newcomer to your books, Darlene. Seems I have a lot of catching up to do!
September 3, 2019 at 9:57 pm
Thanks. Some armchair travelling and a chance to be a kid again!
September 3, 2019 at 10:00 pm
You ROCK, Darlene! The title SuperMegaWoman certainly applies to you. I’m so proud of you! 🙂
September 3, 2019 at 10:06 pm
Thanks so much, my friend. You have been such a great supporter of me, my books and my blog. Looking forward to your book which should be out soon. Stay safe from the storm. xo
September 3, 2019 at 11:34 pm
Huge congratulations Darlene! It must indeed be so exciting. I will look forward to adding this one to the series for our granddaughter.
September 4, 2019 at 12:20 am
Thanks, Sue. I’ll be back at Shawnessey Library Oct 5 from 2 – 3. Maybe I’ll see you there. There is a small part of the book you may recognize. xo
September 4, 2019 at 5:09 am
Unfortunately we will be leaving Amsterdam that day on our way to Jordan! I would have loved to have seen you again. You have me intrigued so I will need to get a copy to check that out.
September 3, 2019 at 11:57 pm
Bravo to you Darlene! I have a special person in mind who is just about to enter an age when she can begin to experience these books, and I plan to get her the entire set for Christmas!
September 4, 2019 at 1:53 am
Congratulations Darlene! I hope ‘lucky’ book #7 does really well!
September 4, 2019 at 1:56 am
Congratulations, Darlene. I hope it’ll be a huge success!
September 4, 2019 at 3:08 am
Wow – congratulations! Having one book out there is an accomplishment, much less the seventh in a series! I’ll have to check out Amanda!
September 4, 2019 at 3:14 am
I never in my wildest dreams thought I would have written and published 7 books! Thanks.
September 4, 2019 at 5:04 am
It is indeed a happy book birthday, Darlene! Lovely cover and a great review from Jacqui. May this one be Lucky #7 in every way.
September 4, 2019 at 1:34 pm
What a great feeling of pride you must have, Darlene. Well done!
September 4, 2019 at 2:27 pm
Congratulatons, Darlene. This is an awesome accomplishment. I agree that the cover looks great!
September 4, 2019 at 2:35 pm
Congratulations, Darlene. Excited and happy for you!!
September 4, 2019 at 3:47 pm
Way to go Darlene …so very proud of you and all your hard work and passion for writing …look forward to seeing you next month and reading Amanda to my grandson Dylan…..❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
September 4, 2019 at 5:15 pm
I look forward to seeing you too. Thanks for all your support over the years.
September 5, 2019 at 6:09 am
Congratulations!! I am sure the book will be a great success. I will be looking forward to reading it. Is it out on Kindle?
September 5, 2019 at 7:56 am
Thanks, Gilda. Yes, it is available on Kindle. Hope you enjoy it!
September 5, 2019 at 5:27 pm
Congratulations on the Amanda in Holland book! So exciting. Thrilled for you….
Peta
September 6, 2019 at 9:50 pm
Yay Yay Yay! All the covers of your books are wonderful, but I think this one is even the best, most wonderful one so far. You inspire, Darlene. Many many congrats.
September 6, 2019 at 10:06 pm
Thank you, thank you. This cover is my favourite so far. It really depicts the setting well and the paw prints running across the top lets you know there is a doggy in the story. (funny how that happened soon after I got Dot!)
September 7, 2019 at 7:01 am
Dot is truly an inspiration in so many ways. She even inspires ME and I haven’t pet her in person…yet. ❤
September 6, 2019 at 10:28 pm
Hooray! 😀
September 6, 2019 at 10:35 pm
Thanks! Feels like a long time coming. More like an elephant gestation.
September 7, 2019 at 1:21 am
I’m a little late getting here, but congrats on the new release, Darlene – beautiful cover!
September 7, 2019 at 2:00 am
Congratulations, Darlene and what a fabulous review from Jacqui…Amanda is quite a well-travelled young lady now 🙂 x
September 7, 2019 at 2:56 am
That she is! She has a few more places to go to as well. Thanks, Carol.
September 7, 2019 at 2:21 am
Congratulations, Darlene. I have bought my copy.
September 7, 2019 at 2:56 am
Thanks so much, Robbie. I can’t wait to hear what you think of it as I value your opinion.
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September 8, 2019 at 9:55 pm
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September 10, 2019 at 3:52 am
Congratulations! Did you go to Holland for your research? 7 books – well done! -Rebecca
September 10, 2019 at 4:10 am
I did go to Holland to do research. I always make sure I visit the place before I write the book. Thanks, Rebecca.
September 10, 2019 at 4:12 am
What a wonderful series. I think I’ll start with Amanda in Spain. : ) Rebecca
September 16, 2019 at 7:33 am
I love the type of books you write and can’t wait to have time to get to reading some of them! Congratulations on the birthday of this!!! We need more things like this to read for sure. Thank you kindly.
September 16, 2019 at 7:44 am
Thank you so much, Anne, for those kind words. It means a lot to me. xo
October 1, 2019 at 8:19 am
Congrats, Darlene! Hard to believe it’s been 9 years! Carry on, Amanda. 🙂
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September 3, 2019 at 6:18 pm
Congratulations, Darlene. Very exciting to hear of the release of Amanda in Holland!
September 3, 2019 at 9:53 pm
Thanks, Nancy!