Author: jeannemeeks

I write mysteries. I also bike long distances, quilt, backpack, canoe, and play tennis, golf, and pickleball, Now that I've retired, I live a fun-filled life.

The Handmaiden’s Tale – A review

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This distopian tale is an unsatisfying story. I feel as though I’ve been preached to, without a solution offered or any redemption possible. Society’s downfall is brought about by the excesses of modern living in America: nuclear waste, consumerism, freedoms, literacy, contraceptive use by the white population, insecticides, abortion issues, biological hazards, and Playboy bunnies. … Continue reading The Handmaiden’s Tale – A review

How To Format a TOC

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Five years ago, I figured out the maze of formatting a linked Table of Contents for ebook publication. Since then, I've had to refer to my post each time I format a new e-novel.  So, I’m reposting the information as I prepare to publish Killer Serve - A Tennis Team Mystery as a Kindle book. I … Continue reading How To Format a TOC

A Book Cover is Born

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Official Unveiling You are the first to see the cover design for my up-coming novel, Killer Serve, the second in the Tennis Team Mystery series.  Don't you love it?? The novel will be available in Kindle and paperback on Amazon July 27, 2017, but in the meantime I’m celebrating this milestone. The cover for Killer … Continue reading A Book Cover is Born

Review: The Shoemaker’s Wife

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The Shoemaker's Wife by Adriana Triogi If you’re of Italian descent, you’ll love The Shoemaker’s Wife. If your ancestors came over as immigrants, you’ll enjoy the story. If you love opera, you’ll get a thrill. If none of the above, you’ll still learn a lot. This historical novel, based somewhat on the author’s own family, … Continue reading Review: The Shoemaker’s Wife

Day 5 – Epic Bike Adventure

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Annawan to the Mississippi River  -  34 miles Our last day on the Grand Illinois Trail was supposed to be easier. We left our heavy saddlebags at the hotel and planned to pick them up as we drove back. We didn't even get out of Best Western's parking lot...and Dot got a flat. Luckily, a gas station was next … Continue reading Day 5 – Epic Bike Adventure