August 2023 Writing Challenge Update

I wasn’t sure I was going to finish the shopping book in July. Not only did formatting give me grief, but the rainy season meant my internet was unstable, and uploading the manuscript to Amazon took DAYS! 
Anyway, to celebrate, the ebook version of A Woman’s Survival Guide to Shopping in Rural Mexico: Where to Go to Get the Essentials is FREE August 1-5. The print version is still under review and not live quite yet on Amazon. 


As much as I want to work on herbs some more (the wellness garden book is calling my name), I’m going to spend this month working on another book in La Yacata series. It’s not my best-selling series, but I’m pretty sure I can get this one out in a month, as I have the draft done already. Remember that impressive list of WIP I started the year with?


I am going to do some revisions on The Mexican Apothecary book. I received some constructive criticism which I’m going to use to rethink the book before I move on to the next one in the series. So I won’t totally be deprived of herbs this month! Don’t forget to grab your free book! 

New Release from C.E. Flores

I’m tickled pink, well maybe green, that El boticario mexicano: Remedios herbales tradicionales para el resfriado y la gripe has been released! In celebration, both the English and Spanish ebook versions are FREE for the next few days. 

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Love herbs? Don’t forget about the Exploring Traditional Herbal Remedies in Mexico series.

Millie Flores’ New Book Release!

Meet 5-year-old Lupita. Lupita lives in rural central Mexico y está muy emocionada to share her family’s special events contigo. Today, Lupita and her Abuelita are making a Rosca de Reyes and se están preparando para la llegada de Los Reyes Magos.

Both the Spanish and bilingual versions are FREE for the next few days. Pick up your copy and enjoy! (If you feel so inclined to leave a review, that would be so appreciated!!)

Nonfiction November FREE Books

Did you know that this month is Nonfiction November? The aim is to choose more nonfiction books to add to your reading routine. And guess who’s got a whole slew of non-fiction books? ME! And they are FREE to download this month! Enjoy!


The History of Moroleon for Kids FREE November 5-9.

La Historia de Moroleón para Niños FREE November 9 – 13.


Wascally Wabbits and Zombie Babies FREE November 2-5

La Yacata Revolution FREE November 7-11

Playing Tourist in Mexico FREE November 4 – 8


Women Creating a Life South of the Border

A Day In The Life…

Traditional Mexican Bugambilla Cough Remedy


Who Was I?: Women of the Bible Activity Book FREE November 13 – 17 

Biblical Trivia: Women of the Bible Activity Book FREE November 18- 22


Book Weaving: How to Create a Story Tapestry From Your Blog Threads FREE November 3 -7

Book Hawking: A Beginner’s Guide to Marketing Your Self-Published Book FREE November 22 – 26

Back to School Writing Bundle

Feeling behind in your writing? Need some help but aren’t sure where to find it?

It’s not your fault.

Life just has a way of shoveling your best intentions aside. And when life gets busy, writing gets placed on hold.

Sure, you’d love to be editing your book, writing the next scene, or getting inspired for another story. 

But something always comes up. Especially in the summer.  If you are like me and want to get back into the swing of writing, then you’ll LOVE the FREE Back-to-School for Writers Bundle. 

Here are a couple of fun goodies waiting for you on the other side of this click, thanks to the Back-to-School for Writers Bundle:

  • 21 Days of Writing Inspiration by Emma Dhesi
  • Author Newsletter Email Ideas by Kat Caldwell
  • Tips for Naming Characters Guide by Stacy Juba
  • Is Self-Publishing for You? By C.E. Flores
  • Along with over 30 other amazing gifts covering everything from self-publishing to writing dialogue. 

These FREE resources (30+ from more than 20 experts) will jumpstart your writing so you can get back to your work in progress (WIP) before any more time slips by.
All you have to do is head to the Back To School For Writers Bundle and sign up for as many FREE writing aids as you like.

Free Ebooks for Writers

So who doesn’t love free books? Here’s what we’ve got especially for writers.

Today is the last day to get the FREE ebook from Ultimate Bundles: Writing Wisdoms: 26 Brilliant Tips from Successful, Professional Writers. In it you’ll find the answer to the question:

What is the #1 piece of writing advice you’ve ever received?

If you are dying to know, then hurry and pick up a copy before the offer expires!

Next up, Infostack has a free ebook for writers too! In preparation for the Write Publish Profit 5.0 Super Stack, you can download Your Hero’s Journey: Overcome The Dragons Of Dread, Doubt, And Defeat, And Release Your Creative Power As A Writer.

With a title like that, who can pass this FREE ebook up?

And finally, there are a few more days to enter to win 10 paperback books that belong on every writer’s shelf! The Ultimate Writer giveaway ends on June 6.

Ultimate Writer Giveaway

The team over at Infostack is giving away over $500+ in writing and editing software, coaching, $100 in Infostack credit (good towards their amazing bundles for writers), and more.

Plus, they’re giving away 10 books on writing every author should own, including:

1. The Emotional Craft of Fiction by Donald Maass

2. Story Genius by Lisa Cron

3. On Writing by Stephen King

4. Steering the Craft by Ursula Le Guin

5. Wonderbook by Jeff VanderMeer

6. The War of Art by Steven Pressfield

7. Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert

8. The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron

9. Everybody Writes by Ann Handley

10. The Elements Of Style By William Strunk

The Grand Prize winner gets all 10 books plus $100 in Infostack credit, a 1-On-1 Coaching Call With A Certified Book Profits Accelerator Coach, 1 Year of Access to ProWritingAid Premium, and 1 Year Access to NovelFactory Premium.

The Second Place Winner still gets all 10 books. Not too shabby for a runner-up prize. You know I love books! 

If I were you, I’d head on over and enter today! The Ultimate Writer Giveaway starts May 24 and ends on June 6, with the winners announced on June 7. 

FREE Mother’s Day Coloring Sheets

The talented Claudia Guzes and I have teamed up to bring you something special for Mother’s Day. A set of 4 Mama’s Garden Coloring Sheets for you to download and paint or color!

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Interested in natural remedies? Uncover herbal remedies from traditional Mexican sources for healing and wellness in the Exploring Traditional Herbal Remedies in Mexico series.

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with Books

Today, you get a whole smorgasbord of books to curl up and celebrate Cinco de Mayo. And if that’s not a smorgasbord, I don’t know what is.

Don’t wait–go and download now!

Two of my books are FREE today only too but not listed in the above promotion. So I’ll list their links below.

La Yacata Revolution: How NOT to Buy a Piece of Heaven in Mexico

A to Z Reasons Why La Yacata is the Place to Be in Any Disaster: A Prepper’s Guide to Mexico