"ɢʀᴀᴛɪᴛᴜᴅᴇ ᴍᴀᴋᴇs sᴇɴsᴇ ᴏғ ᴏᴜʀ ᴘᴀsᴛ, ʙʀɪɴɢs ᴘᴇᴀᴄᴇ ғᴏʀ ᴛᴏᴅᴀʏ, ᴀɴᴅ ᴄʀᴇᴀᴛᴇs ᴀ ᴠɪsɪᴏɴ ғᴏʀ ᴛᴏᴍᴏʀʀᴏᴡ." – ᴍᴇʟᴏᴅʏ ʙᴇᴀᴛᴛɪᴇ

Thankful for You: My Family, Friends, Fans, and Followers

As the year draws to a close, I want to pause and express my deepest gratitude to all of you who have supported me on this journey by buying, reading and reviewing my short story collection. Your encouragement, thoughtful reviews, and genuine love for my work have meant the world to me. Every interaction reminds me why I write—to connect with hearts like yours.

Listen to Scarlet Yearnings on Audible!

Exciting news! Scarlet Yearnings: Stories of Love and Desire is now available as an audiobook. Immerse yourself in the stories with the captivating narration that brings each tale to life. Whether you’re commuting, relaxing at home, or on the go, you can now enjoy the heartfelt and diverse stories wherever you are.

🎧 Get your copy here: Scarlet Yearnings on Audible.

Please share your reviews and thoughts on Scarlet Yearnings. Your feedback can help others discover its magic! 🌺

Book Talk Rescheduled: January 11, 2025

Mark your calendars! The Scarlet Yearnings Book Talk ~ 𝓣𝓱𝓮 𝓢𝓬𝓪𝓻𝓵𝓮𝓽 𝓛𝓸𝓾𝓷𝓰𝓮 ~ has a new date: January 11, 2025. I’m thrilled to share that Medusa Peacock, an incredible fiction writer, will host and ask me everything about Scarlet Yearnings—from my writing to my indie-publishing journey. Tickets are free but limited—secure yours now to join this exclusive event! CLICK HERE.

Advanced Reader Collaboration Opportunity: Chapter I of Book II

The next installment of Scarlet Yearnings is well underway, and I’m offering my Scarlet Yearnings Collective members an exclusive sneak peek of Chapter I. Don’t miss this chance to get an early taste of The Other Side of Love and Desire. Trisha's story is dramatically expanded from her father's point of view. CLICK HERE.

Did You Check Out the Blog Posts?

Have you explored the latest blog posts on my website yet? Dive into reflections on storytelling, love, and life, plus get exclusive updates about upcoming projects and events.

Visit www.scarletibisjames.com/blog and catch up on what you’ve missed!

Don’t forget to Join The Collective while you’re there to get alerts for new posts and updates in the future. Let’s keep the connection strong! 🌺

Recent Reviews—Is Yours In The Fan Reel?

The reviews for Scarlet Yearnings have been overwhelmingly positive, and each one warms my heart. If you’ve read the book, your thoughts would mean so much to me and other potential readers. Share your review on Amazon, Goodreads, or your favorite platform—it makes a difference!

Available for the Holidays: Autographed Copies

Looking for a thoughtful, unique gift this holiday season? Autographed copies of Scarlet Yearnings are available for purchase! Share the love and joy of these stories with someone special. Head over to www.scarletibisjames.com/shop to order.

Win a Free "Scarlet Book Box"

I’m excited to announce a holiday giveaway! One lucky US-based winner will receive a Scarlet Book Box packed with Scarlet Yearnings-themed bookmarks, candles, journals and other surprises. Here’s how to enter:

1. Follow me on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and YouTube.

2. Comment "I'm a fan of Scarlet Yearnings" on at least one of my posts on your favorite platform.

3. Share a post about Scarlet Yearnings and tag me between now and December 31.

   
   

4. Extra credit: Follow my author page on GoodReads and Amazon for an additional entry.

   
   

   *•.¸♡ 𝐓ɦ𝖾 ω𝗂𐓣𐓣𝖾𝗋 ω𝗂ᥣᥣ ᑲ𝖾 α𐓣𐓣ⱺυ𐓣𝖼𝖾ᑯ 𝗂𐓣 𝖾α𝗋ᥣ𝗒 𝐉α𐓣υα𝗋𝗒! ♡¸.•*

Thanks Again & Love for 2025

To my Scarlet Yearnings Collective: Thank you for making this year unforgettable. May your holidays be filled with joy, and may 2025 bring us closer to our dreams. Love always,

🌺 Scarlet Ibis James 🌺