Dear Readers,
I never begrudge July its place. I like the hot-sidewalk days of melted ice cream, bright afternoons, and gloriously warm evening walks. But before we step fully into the month, allow me to turn around and lift my hat to June. In my part of the world, June was achingly perfect—a mix of green leaves, soft golden light, slight breeze, warmth, and rainy afternoons—I will think of it for many years to come. June, please return just as you were this year. We were all in love with you.
The main purpose of my monthly newsletter (which I call The Bookshelf) is to update you on how my writing is going and how certain projects are moving along. Many of you know that my current series is called The Unselected Journals of Emma M. Lion. This series is an absolute riot to write and a favorite with readers. The seventh volume is coming out at the end of this summer. Speaking of…I promised to announce the release date in this newsletter. Shall I do so no…