I am thrilled to welcome my longtime friend, John W. Howell to my blog today to talk about his newest release in the Eternal Road Series!
Thank you so much, Jan for hosting a stop on the tour for my latest book. You have been very busy. Your launch of the last book in the Bargainer series, A Noble Bargain. has received terrific reviews and outstanding awards. Congratulations! I am grateful that you are helping spread the word about Detour on the Eternal Road.
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:
“Sadly, sir, you’re spot on.” The old man looks at the table.
“Okay, then we’ll need a wagon.”
“How much does it cost to hire a wagon?”
“We don’t need to hire one. I have one. Also, I think it will take something like three hours to get to your place. With the wagon and all, no need to rush once we get going. It’s getting on to 4:15, and we won’t have enough daylight to make it. You okay with staying at the hotel?”
The old man gives his stubble a scratch. “I don’t rightly have the cost of a room.”
“Don’t worry about that. We’ll get the city to pay for it. They owe me now.”
“Well then, I won’t say no.”
“Good. We’ll get you set up and then discuss when to leave.” Wyatt turns and looks toward the door. “Here comes the sheriff. He’ll give us a voucher for the room.”
The sheriff comes in fast and sure with a mission to accomplish. He strides up to Wyatt and says, “Wyatt Earp, you’re under arrest for murder.”
Wyatt’s eyebrows quiver. “Murder, you say? Who did I murder?”
“You know damn well you and your brothers and Doc Holliday gunned down the McLaury brothers and Billy Clanton.”
“I know no such thing, Johnny. Them boys was going to be arrested for stealin’ mules and instead started shooting. We shot back in self-defense.”
“I heard it differently. Don’t call me Johnny. It’s Sheriff Behan to you.”
“No matter what you heard, sheriff, I’ll not be put under arrest by you or anyone else. There’re witnesses to the fact those boys shot first. Besides, you were the one who told me they weren’t armed. That’s on you.”
“Yeah, okay, Wyatt. We’ll see how this turns out. I’ll leave you on your own recognizance.”
“You can leave me on anything you like, just so we’re clear. Don’t process any paperwork regarding an arrest. I don’t cotton much to false arrests if you get my drift.”
The sheriff says no more but gives Wyatt a stink eye as he turns and marches out of the saloon.
Wyatt looks down at the old man. “How about we get you settled into the hotel?”
The old man rises slowly. “I don’t suppose the sheriff will give that voucher you mentioned?”
“Now you let me worry about that. The important part is you get a good night’s sleep, and we get an early start tomorrow.” Wyatt excuses himself for a moment and goes over to talk to Virgil, Morgan, and Doc Holliday. He explains that he intends to take care of the old man and he’ll be right back. All three assure Wyatt they’ll be fine, so he returns.
The old man nods, and Wyatt walks with him out of the saloon, across the street, and into the Grand Hotel. Wyatt explains to the desk clerk that the old man is a guest of the city and that the sheriff should get the bill. The clerk doesn’t argue and asks the old man to sign in. The old man frowns and looks at Wyatt. “Here, let me sign him in under my name. That way the sheriff will know it’s legitimate. After looking at Wyatt’s signature, the clerk smiles and hands him a key. “Okay, old man, let’s you and I take a look at this here room.”
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
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
Hi Jan, thanks for hosting John! I enjoyed his first two books, so I’m sure this one will be another ‘can’t-put-it-down’ read. Congrats to John!
I just finished it last night, Lauren, and I can assure you it will be another that will hold your attention. 🙂 Thank you for visiting!
Great to hear, Jan! I look forward to diving in! 🙂
I’m catching up a little on John’s tour, Jan. How fun to find him here. I’ve had to stop reading the excerpts since I’m getting close to cracking the spine and want to enjoy the “ride” as it unfolds. Thanks so much for hosting our friend, and Congrats to John!
Thank you for visiting, Diana. I finished this book last night and it the perfect John Howell twist at the end. I know you will enjoy it.
Oooh. I’m 1/2 way through Nicholas Rossis book and then jumping into John’s.
So many great books to read! Sometimes I wish I could do nothing but read for a solid week.
LOL Me too. It would be nice to catch up a bit. New Releases almost fill my reading schedule.
You’ve chosen some great excerpts along the tour, John – thanks for hosting, Jan!
Thank you, Teri. Jan is a great host for sure. Lovely to see you here.
I agree, Teri. The excerpts have been compelling. Thank you for stopping by!
We enjoyed John’s latest book and think he’s a terrific writer. Thank you for hosting a stop on this whirlwind book tour.
I agree with you 100%! John is a super talented writer and it’s my pleasure to host today. Thank you for visiting!
Thank you for jumping on the whirlwind to be here too, Monika. 😁
How can you not be drawn in by this excerpt? Another great stop. Thanks for hosting, Jan xo
Thank you, Denise. I love your support.😁
I agree, Denise. It is a compelling excerpt. Thank you so much for visiting!
Hi Jan and John,
Love you both share a love for the road in your books and both of you are wonderful authors. Great stop here today sharing more to love about John’s book. Cheers to many new roads of success! 💓
Thank you, Cindy. I can definitely feel the love. I like your comment about the road and your success wishes. 🤗
Oh, thank you so much for your lovely comment, Cindy. Appreciate you stopping by!
Jan, thank you for hosting John. I’m so excited for him and his new baby 🙂
Thank you, Marie. I will admit having a new book is exciting. 😁
Great to see John on your site, Jan. Thank you for hosting.
Jan is a terrific host. Thanks for the visit, Esther.
It is my pleasure to host John today, Esther. Thank you so much for visiting!
Best of luck to John on this book launch. Love the trailer.
Thank you, Jacqui. Loved your review on Bookbub.
Thank you for your support, Jacqui!
Billy Ray Chitwood and Dale Earnhardt—you never know who might show up on along The Eternal Road.
Thank you, Pete. You are quite right. You never know who will show up. 😊
So true, Pete. Thank you for stopping by to support John today!
This blog tour for John’s captivating book is fantastic, and it’s wonderful that you contributed to it, Jan. The excerpts have all been fascinating, and the book trailer is cool.
Thank you, Tim. I’m glad you are enjoying the tour. I’m very thankful for Jan’s help and your encouragement.
Thank you, Tim. It’s my pleasure to host John today. I agree about the excerpts and book trailer.
Another wonderful excerpt.
Thank you, Craig. I appreciate the support.
I agree, Craig. Thanks so much for stopping in to support John!
Thank you for helping John on his book tour. The support of the author community is inspiring.
I agree with your statement about support, GP. I am grateful that Jan and the others volunteered to help spread the word. Thanks for your support as well.
If I don’t support you, who am I going to banter with?
Love the banter for sure. 😊
It is my pleasure, GP. By lifting others, we lift ourselves. It’s a beautiful thing. Thank you for joining in!
Thanks for hosting for John’s new book, Jan! It definitely sounds interesting.
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Thank you for the kind words and the support, Yvette. 😊
I am reading it now, Yvette, and I can promise it’s a great read! Thanks for visiting and supporting John.
Wyatt Earp, I love it! The excerpt is great, and the book trailer is cool.
Thank you, Priscilla. So glad you liked both. Thanks for sharing that today. 😊
I agree, Priscilla. Thank you so much for stopping by to support John!
That excerpt will make anyone want to read more. Greta to see John and his latest book here, Jan.
Thank you, Darlene. I love what you said and your support.
I agree, Darlene. It is a compelling excerpt. Thank you so much for stopping by and supporting John!
Hi Jan, it’s great to see John featured here with his new book.
Thank you, Robbie. It is also great to see you here as well. 😁
Thank you for stopping by to support, Robbie!
It is a fun and quirky detective story with a lot of interesting surprises
Thank you, Thomas. I like that description of the story. 😁
That’s an interesting summation, Thomas. Thank you for stopping by to support John!
Thank you for hosting me today, Jan. The post is beautiful and it is so nice to be with you. I certainly appreciate your help in spreading the word about Detour on the Eternal Road. 😊
I am happy to help spread the word about your new book, John. My review will be coming soon!! Hope you sell a bunch!
Thank you, Jan. 😊