Building Castles in the Sand
Click “Read More” to find out what’s next after Marley’s Curse and to peek into the early stages of my writing process as I begin The Toyshop’s Secret, the next Dickens Station Treasure Hunt Mystery. (Read More …)
Author: Donald Jay
Donald Jay writes cozy mystery, adventure, romance, and inspirational stories suitable for all audiences. Don brings to life eclectic and engaging characters who whisk readers off to enchanting places, challenge them with unusual puzzles and cleverly hidden clues, and inspire them to dream.
Formerly a magician, Don is also a woodworker, painter, and toymaker. His wife, Linda, says, “It’s like being married to Santa himself.” He grew up in the snowy winters of the West Virginia mountains and loves the spiritual roots, rich traditions, and festive decorations that spark the magic of Christmas. So, he often sets his stories during the Christmas season.
Don is a Virginia Tech graduate, a former first responder, and a retired hotel executive who now turns his lively imagination to entertaining readers of all ages.
Marley’s Curse Launch Week Wrap-up
Wrapping up a highly successful Launch Week. Click “Read More” for final steps, thoughts, and thank-yous. (Read More …)
Marley’s Curse Launch Day!
Happy Christmas In July 2023! Please join me in celebrating the book launch of Marley’s Curse, A Dickens Station Treasure Hunt Mystery. Over two years in the making, and now, finally, a reality. Click “Read More” for the book description and the links. (Read More …)
Taking a Break from the Blog This Week
DC and I are taking a break from the blog this week. We’re resting up for the big launch day coming for Marley’s Curse on July 25th. We hope you’re having a great summer. (Read More …)
Marley’s Curse is Now Available for Preorder
The eBook version of Marley’s Curse is now available on Amazon for preorder. Click “Read More” for the link. (Read More …)
Dickens Station’s First Independence Day
Click “Read More” to discover what “special items” Merritt Otto Dickens, a transplanted Britisher, ordered for the very first Independence Day celebration in Dickens Station, Vermont, in 1894. (Read More …)
Marley’s Curse Cover Reveal
Revealing the meaning behind the cover for Marley’s Curse, A Dickens Station Treasure Hunt Mystery coming on July 25, 2023. (Read More …)
Cast the Character Game – Old Joe
It’s time, once again, to play our game called “Cast the Character.” Place yourself in the director role and tell me or show me who you would cast to play Old Joe when Dickens Station is made into a blockbuster movie or television series. Who is your nominee, real or fictional, contemporary or historical, to play this destined-to-become-iconic role? (Read More …)
The Toyshop’s Secret Wins Top Ten Honors
Click “Read More” for details. (Read More …)
Marley’s Curse Launch Date Announcement
This is the formal announcement of plans to launch Marley’s Curse, A Dickens Station Treasure Hunt Mystery, on July 25, 2023, just in time for Christmas in July. Click “Read More” for details. (Read More …)