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UPDATE:  Retribution of Sins (SMVS, #6) 

8/13/2015

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Hey, dolls!  I know I've owed you this update for some time now, but I really didn't know what to tell you, so I just didn't address it until I was in a better place. 

In order to do that, I have to start from the beginning....

First off, I'm a very private person.  Incredibly private.  It's not easy for me to talk about my personal life or my struggles.  It's giving me anxiety just typing this, but I owe you, so I'm going to be completely honest today... 

Ready?  Here goes...  *deep breath*

I've just been through the hardest 9 months of my entire life.  Seriously...and I've been through some shit, y'all. 
On December 4th, 2014, I found out I had Endometrial Cancer.  It scared the socks off me, to be completely honest.  I cried, called my family who were 4 hours away, and leaned heavily on them and God for comfort.
December 7th, one day after mine and my husband's 11 year anniversary, I asked for a divorce.  The story is long and painful...filled with many ups and downs, but nevertheless, a massive amount of love, joy, compassion, understanding, and patience.  After 11 years, I realized our journey had ended and that I could go no further. It happens...but Kenny will always have a special place in my heart, because he gave me back something that a very cruel and heartless man who came before him took away.  I will always love him for that and he will always be incredibly special to me.
December 15th, I moved back to Austin, Texas to be closer to my family and to seek treatment.  I found an amazing doctor here who did my surgery, a complete hysterectomy, on February 10th, and I started my road to recovery.  I was very lucky that we caught the cells early enough and no further treatment was needed. 
All the while, I went through this, I was dealing with losing my best friend (my husband) and trying to find my feet, because I hadn't been alone in 14 years.  That was NOT easy...  It still isn't, but I have some awesome friends and amazing family members who have carried me through, wiped my tears, and told me to buck up, buttercup.  Sitting here, looking back, I'm damn lucky to have the people in my life that I do.  Couldn't have gotten through this without them, that's for damn sure.
July 9th, our divorce was finalized.  It was a bad day for me.  I walked into that courthouse alone, and left a mess.  I'm a stubborn chick who tries her hardest to stuff the pain she's feeling so far deep down inside herself, that even she can't see it any more.  It worked for a while...until it didn't.  I'm finally grieving...finally saying goodbye to someone who was my everything.  We don't talk to each other anymore.  I don't know if that makes it easier or harder...  Either way, it's for the best.  I needed a clean break, and he respected me enough to try to give me one.

So, here I am now...August 13, 2015.
I have my 6 month checkup with my doctor at the end of the month.  Fingers crossed everything is okay.  I'm trying to write again, as much as I can.  The funny thing about having my world completely turned inside out, is that my muse went silent.  I lost most of my drive to write...my passion.  It's been lonely and frustrating not having access to Skye, Archer, Hagan, Trey, and Jameson on a regular basis.  Skye's world really is my happy place.
As things calm down and I slowly carve out my own path as a single entity now, they'll speak to me again.  I know they will.  They visit in short bursts, but it isn't for long.  I'm doing everything I can to coax them out more.  Working out seems to help.  Maybe I should try booze...  I worked for Hemingway, right?  Naw...carbs are more my speed.  #ChubbyChicksUnite!  Kidding...mostly.  I'm trying to get healthy.  Slow process, but I'm doing it.  50 pounds down...holla!  ;)

What do I want each of you to get out of this blog update?
That I hear you...I know you are waiting for the next book and I WILL get it out to you before the year ends.  Believe me...it's agony for me, too.  I want each and every one of you to know that I appreciate you, adore you, and sincerely thank you for being patient with me.  I need to learn how to be more open...if I had been sooner, you'd all have known what was going on.  For that, I'm deeply sorry.  You deserved answers and I checked out.  Honestly, I was so overwhelmed.  There were days I didn't think I'd survive the heartache.  But, you can't keep this redhead down...

Subscribe to my newsletter and check back with my blog.  I'm half way done with book 6 and as soon as I'm a bit closer to the end, I'll give everyone a release date.  I don't want to pick one now only to miss it, further disappointing you.  I refuse to give you crap wrapped neatly in an awesome cover (I seriously love the cover to RoS! It might be my favorite), so I'm taking it day by day.  I'm a work in progress...but I AM working on it.

Thank you for your time and your ear.
I love and appreciate each of you, truly.
Jenn

P.S. This is a picture taken at Orlando Indie Bookfest on August 1st, 2015.  I had all my friends and Facebook admins together and it was an amazingly happy day.  Jax (standing behind me) flew in from Scotland just for the weekend.  She surprised us at our hotel that morning, and I cried.  I've been friends with her for over 3 years and I finally got to meet her.  Ashley, the gorgeous blond, helped keep the trip a secret from V and I.  Best day ever...  <3
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22 Comments
jenny
8/12/2015 08:57:45 pm

Hi Jenny take a breath and take your time try reading your books to get you in the mood l frankly love and can't wait for number 6 but l prefer to know that your health is the up and up first take it easy and don't drink regards from a Aussie chick jenny

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Cherie
8/12/2015 09:13:44 pm

I have loved your Skye series and await patiently for number six. Congratulations on finding the strength to share your story with us that had to be hard to write and I commend you for it. I wish you health and happiness in the future.

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Debbie Milam link
8/12/2015 11:07:26 pm

Thank You for your honesty! I have been waiting along with many others for this 6th book. Please know you have my sympathy for all that you have gone through! Please, please, please do not be like Amy Bartol & take 3 years to complete the last book in a series while writing another complete set! I think we deserve more respect than that as readers! Wishing you a speedy recovery both mentally and physically!

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JLM
8/13/2015 01:11:55 pm

Lol! I promise, Debbie! I'm working on it now. It is my only writing project.

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Brandy Dorsch
8/12/2015 11:27:19 pm

First, love you hard. I understand it all. The cancer journey, feeling lost, broken and your muse going silent. It's been my life for over two years. The words will come (at least I keep telling myself that)and we will all be here. I've been a fan of yours and Skye from the beginning, and I'll be here till the end. It's all about Archer. :) love you, girl

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Crystal
8/12/2015 11:34:39 pm

So sorry to hear what you have been going through. Will keep you in my prayers. I fell in love with your books. You take your time. I will get the book when you get it out. :)

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Dicey Grenor link
8/13/2015 01:00:56 am

What a great photo! Glad you had an amazing time and got to meet your friend.

Regarding your hardships--your inner strength is shining through, hon. I hope your muse comes back fierce and your next book will be your best yet.

Hugs, kisses, and lots of love!

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Amanda
8/13/2015 01:13:01 am

Take care of yourself first, you are important, not only because you're a wonderful author, but because you matter.

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Dawn Bettin
8/13/2015 01:18:35 am

So sorry to hear all the trials you had to go through this year. I'm sure it was devistating. But, from the sounds of it, you're a strong woman and will come out of this even stronger. God bless.

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Lynda Hughey
8/13/2015 06:48:51 am

I am so sorry for all you have had to endure. I will gladly wait for your stories while you gain strength physically and mentally. They are worth waiting for. Your family and friends will help you through this so keep them close.

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Cindy
8/30/2015 10:15:08 am

Sending you immense positive energies and Good JuJu!
While , Ilove Skye and the whole gang. .. I will wait patiently.
YOU, my dear , be well ! Take iteasy and be GOOD TO YOURSELF!
Thank you for your gifts of Skye's"world" & story .. I am very grateful for you and your work.
Blessings!
Cindy Mallinger

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denise
8/31/2015 10:31:28 am

can you email when your #6 is ready to buy?

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JLM
8/31/2015 11:07:25 am

Hi, Denise!

I'll be sending out a newsletter to all my subscribers when Retribution of Sins (SMVS, #6) is available for pre-order AND when it is live. As long as you are signed up to receive my newsletter, you will get notification. Thank you for patiently waiting! <3 Jenn

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Shan
9/1/2015 07:05:42 am

I commend you on your honesty. I am so sorry for all you have been through this year. You are not alone! I patiently await the next installation on your amazing book series! Sending healing vibes your way!

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Charlott
11/7/2015 06:45:54 pm

Readers are a greedy lot, particularly when finding a book series that speaks to us. This morning, I read my first Skye Morrison book and have been punching the kindle 'buy' button as gluttonously as possible as I read from the end of one book to the beginning of the next. I found this page as I began to read book 4. Thank you for sharing the Morrison world with us, but/and much as I would like to have books 6+ sitting on my kindle right now, it will wait. Everything will wait for you. Your update has touched me as much as your books. I can not say I understand all that you are feeling and have experienced because no one truly can, but I can say I have experienced some similar things. I had a mammogram on a Thursday in late 2005 followed by an immediate sonogram. Needle biopsy the next morning culminating in a 5pm phone delivering the dx and by Monday I was in a surgeon's office. By January I was undergoing radiation and chemotherapy. No one is ever ready for that kind of news and the tsunami of emotions it brings. The 'sea change' you are experiencing now will continue. I wish you God's speed on your journey, and God's grace. I hope you have more good days than bad ones. Strive ever to be kind to yourself. Blessings to you and your family.

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Larry
1/9/2016 11:32:06 am

Happy New Year! Is it possible to get a hint on how close we are to release?

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Pamela Gonzales
3/24/2016 12:41:18 pm

I know it's hard. Put know this God control your life.
And your alive and your strong woman. I lost my husband in 2007, Lost my car in 2008 and lost my house in 2009, Then 2010 Lost my job let me go. Like I said God control everything. I love your books so please let's finish the 6th book

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Faith
4/6/2016 06:51:29 am

Just found your series and am in LOVE with your characters. Looking forward to book 6. Take care of yourself.
Blessings

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Tawana Black link
5/1/2016 05:09:35 pm

Okay, so I've read books 1-5.5 of the Skye Morrison Vampire Series in like 4 or 5 days....Needless to say I'm anxiously awaiting book 6!! I SERIOUSLY CAN'T GET ENOUGH OF THIS SERIES!!! I really hope it comes out soon.....

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michael minkler
9/20/2016 08:14:45 pm

JL start listening to music in 528hz it's pretty much god's love !!!

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Megan Collins
10/21/2016 12:30:54 am

Hi, i can honestly say I'm a new fan. My family might not care much for you, but I adore u and loved your story so far. I need you to finish it or two me how to find it if you have. I read everything in less then a week(I've neglected my family). And it was amazing! I need more please find your muse. And send out an email to us amazon readers. Peace and be well

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Yuuki
9/18/2017 04:03:07 pm

Hi Love,
Thought I'd drop in and tell you that you are loved. I've been missing you along with Skye and company. You got me through the roughest time of my life. Thank you for introducing me to Skye. She had become my heroine in so many ways. Let me know if you are ever in San Antonio.

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