Book 1: Soot and Sweat on Flesh

More book information:

Dedication
Soot and Sweat on Flesh is dedicated to the memory of my grandfather, John J. Callahan,
and to my grandmother, Maria Pomi Conca.
It is also dedicated to my husband, Greg, the love of my life.

Illustrations
Soot and Sweat on Flesh interior illustrations by my brother, Mark Callahan. On the title page is:

Press appearances, book signings, and production history:

SECOND EDITION

September 4, 2006: Happy Labor Day everyone, and I hope you're not laboring too hard! The second edition of Soot and Sweat on Flesh: The First in the Bette Maguire Series is available for sale for only 9.99! See How to Order at left.

August 19, 2006: The second edition of Soot and Sweat on Flesh: The First in the Bette Maguire Series
will be available soon. I re-did the cover (see above) and layout myself, and printed it myself, resulting in a much more satisfactory book. The text has been tightened a bit, but is essentially the same as the first edition. Printing it myself will allow me to sell it at a much more reasonable price and thus a lot more people will be able to read it! I'm very happy! Any questions, please let me know at juliemacshane@yahoo.com.

FIRST EDITION

Jan. 5, 2005: Happy New Year! Thanks Rivier College for placing information on my book in your latest magazine! I graduated from Rivier in Nashua, NH, in 2002 with a masters degree in writing and literature. I had a great experience there and recommend it to others.

Dec. 3, 2004: Soot and Sweat on Flesh makes a great Christmas gift! Ho, Ho, Ho! Thank you Maureen at the PFD for buying 2 copies of the book ... one for you and one for a Christmas present ... you won't be disappointed!

Oct. 3, 2004: Read Chapter 2 of Soot and Sweat on Flesh under FAQ!

August 3, 2004: Author and book noted in Stonehill College's Summer Alumni magazine. See News

July 25, 2004: Book displayed on the ASBPE web site.

July 21, 2004: If you'd like to read a chapter sample of Soot and Sweat on Flesh, go to FAQ & Chapter Samples at left.

July 7, 2004: See News for photos of the real town of Webster, NH!

June 27, 2004: Read about the Special Romantic Friendship between Firefighters Bette and Joe.

June 15, 2004: Character personalities/profiles posted on web site.

June 1, 2004: Astrologic Sun Signs/Birthdays/Traits of Characters!

May 21, 2004: Read about Canton Book Signing in Canton Journal article.

May 18, 2004: New reader comments from local book signing and book group discussion.

April 29, 2004: Canton Citizen newspaper's front page features author, book, & signing. Good job. Thanks Kathy and Beth! Canton book signing went very well. Lots of old friends and family came to hear about my book. I was interviewed by Canton Journal and taped by Canton Cable 8.

April 23, 2004: Author featured in story in Pelham-Windham News newspaper

April 16, 2004: Witnessed firsthand the dedication and speed of our local Pelham Fire Department as they rescued me from a severe bleeding situation and brought me safe and sound to the hospital. They were a pair of nice and funny guys. Thanks to the whole team: Lt. Midgley, Mr. Ryan, and Mr. Farwell.

April 8, 2004: The book signing in Canton was listed in the Canton Citizen, the local weekly that I wrote for back in the late 1980s. Working there was a lot of fun and a great experience. Thanks Deb and Beth!

April 4, 2004: Yesterday, I had a wonderful book signing here at the house with family and friends. Oh, and 1400 Sesame Street monsters...also part of the family. My brother, the illustrator, showed up and displayed his talent with all things art. See photos in News section. Thanks to all who came and supported my efforts!

March 10, 2004: First reader comments posted to the site from readers who have read the whole book. I hope they're all this good. Thanks, readers!
Also, kudos to the reader in Norwell, MA, who bought the book on-line!

Previous updates can be found at end of the News folder.