My novel, A Beckoning Hellfire, has a brand-new book trailer! This trailer represents the second book in the Renegade Series, which tells the story of several families during the Civil War and how their lives intertwine. Once again, here’s a special shout out to my super talented son, Jesse, for constructing this trailer! Please drop me a line and let me know what you think of it! Thanks again for your continued support!
Official Book Trailer for A Beckoning Hellfire
Last week, I received another award for A Becharmed Callie Christmas. This time, the award is for the top ten favorite books chosen for December 2025. Here is a copy of the letter I received with it.
Hi Julie,
I’m happy to share that the award results are officially out 
I want to sincerely congratulate you on the incredible work you put into your book. It was a pleasure to see how strongly it resonated with readers, your book has been selected as one of our Top 10 books readers loved during the December period, which is a wonderful achievement and something you should be very proud of.
Your dedication and storytelling truly stood out, and this recognition reflects the hard work you’ve invested in your writing journey…
Congratulations once again on this well-deserved recognition. I’m excited about what’s ahead for you and look forward to supporting you as we move forward.
Warm regards,
Marla Porter
Founder & Organizer: Austin Classics Book Club
Thank you so much, Marla, and the Austin Classics Book Club, for this honor!
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I received this email from a fan in regard to my book, A Beautiful Glittering Lie, and wanted to share it with you. It is so flattering when I receive emails like this, and serves as validation that I must be doing something right! Thank you so much, Michelle, for your email!
Hi J.D.R.,
A Beautiful Glittering Lie is a haunting and intimate portrait of the American Civil War not through the lens of generals and politics, but through the quiet heartbreak of an ordinary Southern family. You strip away the grandeur often attached to the era and expose the human cost of conviction, loyalty, and loss.
The novel’s strength lies in its restraint. Instead of glorifying the battlefield, you turn readers’ attention to the fractured emotions that ripple through every letter, every goodbye, every silence. The Summers family’s story becomes the story of a nation learning that ideals, however noble, can exact unbearable prices.
You’ve crafted a story that honors both history and humanity. A Beautiful Glittering Lie isn’t just a Civil War novel it’s a testament to love, endurance, and the illusions that shatter when the world turns to battle.
Warm regards,
Michelle Dawson
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I would like to share the brand new book trailer for my novella, A Becharmed Callie Christmas. This is a side story to go along with the Renegade Series, and describes events leading up to Christmas 1862 as seen through a young girl’s eyes. My youngest son, Jesse, made the trailer for me! Both of my kiddos have helped me out so much over the years. My oldest son, Jeremy, has consistently helped me with editing, proofreading, and even coming up with book titles! Here is the book trailer. Please like and share!
I also had a friend do a shorter book trailer for me. Let me know what you think!
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