I’m thrilled to have John W. Howell here today to celebrate his latest release, “Detour on the Eternal Road.” It’s the third book in a series I’m a big fan of and here’s my review: LINK
I’m excited that you offered to host a stop on the tour to launch my next book, Denise. You have had a busy year and especially with the launch of Sounds in the Silence and at Christmas time Miracles and Ghosts. I have read both and can say they are excellent. (A huge thank you, John!) I am so grateful to be here and thank you very much. Without any more delay here is the blurb.
Blurb
Sam and James are dragged into another strange assignment when a couple of souls on The Eternal Road drop off the radar. Archangel Michael gives them specific orders to resolve the issue and get Billy Ray Chitwood, the national race car champion, and Dale Earnhardt, his guide, back on the task of finding Billy’s Eternal Home.
Finally, meeting up with Billy Ray and Dale, the foursome finds themselves in the future where World War III has devastated the country. The team discovers the cause of the start of the war and vows to mitigate that circumstance and save the world from devastation. They encounter their old nemesis, Lucifer, who has in mind trading preventing the war in exchange for Sam accepting his offer to be his queen.
Since Lucifer’s offer is a non-starter, Sam and James must overcome Lucifer’s interference and work to change the course of history, or humankind is doomed.
Excerpt
“So, it looks like Wyatt will take you home. At least that’s what he said.”
“I don’t want to be no bother given that his brothers is shot up.”
“They’ll be fine. Small wounds. Them rustlers weren’t good shots.”
“What happened to them?”
“We killed ’em.”
The old man looks at Doc with eyes open much wider. “Y-you killed ’em?”
“Yup. Them damned rustlers, or as some would say, cowboys, had it coming. Stood there as arrogant as all get out and then started shooting.”
“Like you say, they weren’t great shots.”
“I’ll say. Virgil, Morgan, Wyatt, and I shot maybe once to their three. My shotgun was an equalizer, for sure.”
Wyatt comes over to the table, and his frown makes him look as if he only has one eyebrow. He leans on his fists, knuckles down. “Doc, you need to see the doctor.”
“I’m sittin’ here waiting.”
“You need to come over to him. He’s got all his equipment strung out on the bar. Now, no foolin’ around. You come with me.”
Doc heaves a big sigh and rises out of the chair. The sweat on his forehead broadcasts the difficulty of the maneuver.
Wyatt takes Doc’s good arm. “Look at you. You can hardly stand, and you’re sittin’ here drinkin’ whiskey.”
Doc coughs a couple of times. “Sittin’ here takes no effort, Wyatt. Now, if you leave me be.”
“Like hell, I will. You need attention, and you will get it if I have to drag you over there.” Wyatt’s attention turns to the old man. “You sit here. I’ll be right back.”
The old man nods, and Wyatt drags Doc over to see the doctor. After a few minutes of supervising the doctor’s action, Wyatt steps back from what has become a makeshift infirmary. He returns to the table. “Mind if I have a drink?”
The old man waves Wyatt into a chair. “Please, help yourself, but you’ll need a glass.” Wyatt scoffs and puts the bottle to his lips. He takes a long pull and uses his sleeve as a napkin. “Doc always has the best whiskey.”
The old man nods. “This is good stuff.”
“So, old man. We need to get you home.”
“Please, Wyatt. I don’t want to be any trouble.”
Wyatt smiles. “Those guys today were trouble. You won’t be any, I assure you. By my reckoning, you won’t be able to sit a horse. Am I correct?”
Trailer Link https://animoto.com/play/0Z6vyFwQqrAZjjVAlciipw
Bio
John is an award-winning author who after an extensive business career began writing full time in 2012. His specialty is thriller fiction novels, but John also writes poetry and short stories. He has written Seven other books that are on Amazon in paperback and Kindle editions.
John lives in Lakeway, Texas with his wife and their spoiled rescue pets.
Author links
Blog Fiction Favorites, http://johnwhowell.com/
Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/john.howell.98229241
Twitter –https://www.twitter.com/HowellWave
Goodreads –https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/7751796.John_W_Howell
Amazon Author’s page –https://www.amazon.com/author/johnwhowell
BookBub – https://www.bookbub.com/profile/john-w-howell
BlueSky – @johnhowellauthor.bsky.social
Buy Links
Universal paper https://mybook.to/Detour-Paper
Universal ebook https://mybook.to/Detour-Eebook
Thank you for hosting me today, Denise. I loved your review and appreciate that you not only liked the story but took the time to let others know as well. I am also grateful for your help in spreading the word on Detour on the Eternal Road. 😁
Thrilled to be a part of your book release, John:) I will share my book new next month to keep the momentum going on your great story!
Thank you so much again.
This book is a lot of fun and it is filled with intriguing mysteries. I am coming towards the end of the book. This is a great book promotion post.
I’m so glad you are enjoying the story, Thomas. I am grateful to Denise for having me here today. Thank you for your supportive comments. 😁
It is an intriguing mystery, well said, Thomas. Happy reading, and thanks for stopping by 🙂
Congratulations to John on his fab new book! It’s great to see it getting so much love! Thanks for sharing, Denise. Best wishes to you both 🤗💗
Thank you, Harmony. Your best wishes are very special. 🤗
Hi Harmony 🙂 It is a book that deserves that love, and I’m happy to be a part of it. Xo
John’s latest book is next on my reading list, and I can’t wait to start!
You have a good read ahead! Happy reading 🙂
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I hope you enjoy it Jaye. I appreciate your support today. Thank you.
I know I will, John…
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Congratulations on your new release, John! Thanks for sharing, Denise!
Yvette M Calleiro 🙂
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Thank you, Yvette. I’m very glad to be with Denise today. All the best to you as well. 😁
Happy to share it, Yvette:) It’s a good one! Xo
Another great stop for this book. Thanks for being part of the blog tour, Denise. I agree with your review.
Thank you, Darlene. It is a terrific stop and I’m so glad you are here too. 😊
It is a fun tour that I’m happy to be a part of it, Darlene. Definitely a good read 🙂
Thank you for including your blog on John’s book tour. I enjoy his writing and I love that other authors, like yourself, have given good reviews for this latest adventure!
Thank you, GP. Denise’s review put a big smile on my face and I appreciate it very much. Thanks for your support as well.
You always have it, John!
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I was honored to be a part of the tour and release 🙂 It definitely deserves the praise it is getting!
The book description is compelling. Great excerpt, too!
Thank you, Priscilla. I’m glad you like the description and I appreciate the support to the tour.
It’s a good one, Priscilla 🙂 I have thoroughly enjoyed this series.
Congratulations, John! I wish you all the best on your latest journey on the Eternal Road. Bravo!! Thank you, Denise, for spreading the word. ☺️
Thank you, Gwen. Your supportive words are appreciated very much. 😁
I am happy to be a part of getting the word out there on this good read, Gwen 🙂 xo
Congrats on the review, John – and thanks for hosting, Denise!
Thank you Teri. The review brought smiles and the hosting gratitude. 😁
Thrilled to be hosting for this entertaining story, Teri 🙂
It’s wonderful that you contributed to the blog tour for John’s fantastic book, Denise.
I so agree with you, Tim. Thank you for adding your words of encouragement. 😁
I was honored to be a part of it, Timothy:) It’s a great read.
John is one of my favorite people and I love his posts and books. Thanks for the lovely review, Denise!
Mine too, Noelle 🙂 I am happy to be able to share the word and share my review too!
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Aw, what a sweet thing to say, Noelle. Thank you so much for the lovely comment. I loved Denise’s review.
Thanks for hosting, John. Great to read another extract.
I am happy to have John here today to share his good news, Esther 🙂 It’s a good one!
Thank you, Esther. Denise is a great host. I’m glad your are enjoying the extracts.
Thanks for hosting John, Denise. I’ve go my copy, and I just watched (for the umpteenth time) ‘Gunfight at the OK Corral’ on Saturday. I think I’m ready to start reading. I read the beta copy, and I enjoyed that very much.
Happy to be a part of this tour, Dan 🙂 You have a good read ahead. Seen that one a couple times myself, good choice before reading.
Thank you for the beta read, Dan. The latest version is all cleaned up and I hope you enjoy it.Great idea to watch that movie too. 😊
I know I’ll enjoy it, John.
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I’m happy for all the attention John is getting for his new book. He seems like the kind of guy it would be fun to shoot the bull with over a beer (before catching one of his famous Ubers.)😊
Shooting bull over beers is one of my favorite things to do, Pete. Thank you for the compliment. Thanks for the visit too. 😊
It is well deserved attention, Pete 🙂 He does seem like the right guy to do that with.
John has a unique voice that stands out from the noise. Just finished the book, the review, posted, ready for my visit on the blog tour!
I agree, Jacqui 🙂 It is very unique and stands out from others, which makes for good reading. See you at your stop!
Wow. Thank you so much, Jacqui. I have not seen the review yet but will go looking. I appreciate your support. 😊
A great review, Denise, and it certainly intrigued me (more than I was already intrigued). Congrats to John on a wonderful tour stop and the new book, which is next on my Kindle. Thanks for hosting!
Thank you, Diana 🙂 It is an intriguing read and a great choice for your next read! Xo
Thank you for the good wishes and support, Diana. 😁
Denise,
I love all of the books in the “Detour” series.
Thanks for highlighting John’s work on your fab blog!
Also, I do get your newsletter, so I thought I was subscribed to your blog. Maybe I was, and it fell away. Seems to happen on WP! Well, I am again.
Have a fab week!
Hi Resa 🙂 I am a fan of the Detour series and am so happy to be a part of this tour. Thank you! I’ve had the very same issues with WP unsubscribing me from sites I want to follow. It’s frustrating. I appreciate the refollow and do the same. Have a fabulous week too! Xo
So nice to see you here, Resa. Thanks for the continued support of the Eternal Road series. OX
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Marvelous! Thanks for celebrating John’s new book, Denise. Hugs to you both.
It is a great book to celebrate, Teagan 🙂 Hugs right back to you xo
Thanks for the encouraging words, Teagan. Hugs
I am about halfway through this new book and loving it! Thank you for hosting today, Denise. Congratulations to you, John! You’ve penned another wonderful story.
It’s fantastic read with a nice twist. Happy reading, Jan. Xo
Thank you for your opinion on the story Jan. I’m so happy you like it so fart and I hope you like the ending as well. 😊
Another great tour stop for John! Sharing to help spread the word.
Thank you so much, Liz. 😊
You’re welcome, John.
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Always appreciate the share, Liz!
My pleasure, Denise!
Many thanks for hosting the book tour for John. He’s a favorite writer of ours and I especially enjoyed this book.
Thrilled to be hosting John 🙂 This was a really good one, I agree!
Thank you so much, Monika. 😊
Such a joy to see the celebration of another amazing achievement, John! Cheers to you and many thanks, Denise, for sharing the wonderful news!
I love celebrating all the achievements in our writing community, especially with such a great story.
Thank you, Natalie. Such nice words.
An interesting image, Denise.
Thanks, Robbie!
Denise,
It’s wonderful to see John’s book here. It is fabulous, as are the first 2.
“The Eternal Road” is The Prodigious Road.
Drive on!
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I completely agree with you, I love this series, Resa. It certainly is! Xo
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Thank you, Resa. I enjoyed the visit with you earlier and like the idea of the Eternal road being a called The Prodigious Road