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Marley’s Curse – RPLA Finalist

Posted on by Donald Jay
The Florida Writers Association has announced that my latest novel, Marley's Curse - A Dickens Station Treasure Hunt Mystery, has been recognized as a finalist in the 2024 Royal Palm Literary Awards Competition.
Christmas Renewal Selected As Florida Writers Association RPLA Finalist

Well, I wasn’t expecting this. The Florida Writers Association has announced that my latest novel, Marley’s Curse – A Dickens Station Treasure Hunt Mystery, has been recognized as a finalist in the 2024 Royal Palm Literary Awards Competition. I don’t know how many finalists are in the mystery novel category because judges score on an extensive rubric. All who exceed a set score on the rubric become finalists. The Florida Writers Association will present an award to the top three finalists in each category at their convention in mid-October.

Marley’s Curse is available on Amazon and Kindle Unlimited at https://www.amazon.com/Marleys-Curse-Dickens-Station-Treasure/dp/B0CCC8L6MP/.

Published by Donald Jay

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.

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6 thoughts on “Marley’s Curse – RPLA Finalist”

  1. Ben Waggoner says:

    Congratulations! Well earned.

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    1. Author Donald Jay
      Donald Jay says:

      Thanks, Ben!

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  2. Dianna says:

    I’m so excited for you Don!!! Well deserved!

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    1. Author Donald Jay
      Donald Jay says:

      Thanks, Dianna!

      Reply
  3. Michael Schlesinger says:

    Fantastic news Donald Jay. Keep us posted on the results. You’re already a winner in my eyes.

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    1. Author Donald Jay
      Donald Jay says:

      Thanks, Michael!

      Reply

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