It is my honor to host a pair of exceptionally gifted authors on The Indie Spot today. Please welcome Mae Clair and Staci Troilo.
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Beem, thank you so much for hosting me today. I’m delighted to be here with you and your readers to share The Haunting of Chatham Hollow. I co-authored this novel with Staci Troilo, and thoroughly enjoyed the experience. It was amazing to work with a co-author, especially someone as talented as Staci. She and I found we work great together, so who knows—maybe another down the road.
For now, we hope others will enjoy our supernatural mystery which includes dual timelines, ghostly happenings, a town curse, murder, and rumors of buried gold. During our short promo tour, you’ll meet several characters who populate the book. Today, I’d like to introduce sisters Irene Chatham and Dorinda Orrman from the 1888 timeline. Spiritualism is a key thread in the book, so Staci and I thought we’d have each character sit down with a medium as a way of introduction.
Let’s listen in.
SPIRTUALIST: Welcome ladies. I understand you’re both avid followers of the Spiritualist movement.
IRENE CHATHAM: Avid may be too strong a word, but we both certainly enjoy exploring the possibilities an accredited medium brings.
DORINDA ORRMAN: Are you going to do a reading for us?
SPIRTUALIST: If you’d like. But I thought perhaps we could chat first. I understand you’ve already had several sessions.
IRENE: Indeed. I introduced Dorinda to both Victor Rowe and Benedict Fletcher.
DORINDA: Not that I wasn’t already acquainted with the practice of spiritualism. It tends to have a more robust following at home.
SPIRTUALIST: (raising an eyebrow) Then you’re not from these parts?
DORINDA: New York City.
SPIRTUALIST: I imagine Chatham Hollow feels… quaint.
IRENE: (in a low, disgruntled voice) Which she constantly reminds me of.
DORINDA: (turning a sharp gaze on her sister) Did you say something, Irene?
IRENE: Just that I know you miss New York.
DORINDA: True. My girls do, too.
SPIRTUALIST: Girls?
DORINDA: My daughters, Elayne and Shelley. Elayne is the main reason we’re here. It’s a rather embarrassing situation, but I think the change has been good for her. (abruptly sitting straighter) But we needn’t discuss such unpleasantries. Irene has certainly made my visit intriguing. I was most taken with the dinner gathering she held, inviting both Mr. Rowe and Mr. Fletcher.
IRENE: Of course, I would host something upscale, dear. I am the first lady of Chatham Hollow—the mayor’s wife.
DORINDA (in a low, disgruntled voice) A position you seem inordinately taken with.
IRENE: (turning a sharp gaze on her sister) Did you say something, Dorinda?
DORINDA: Just that I know how pleased you were with the way that evening turned out. (shifts her attention to the spiritualist) Mr. Fletcher summoned our dear departed mother to speak with Irene. Afterward, Mr. Rowe—well, it was simply amazing what he did.
SPIRTUALIST: I’m intrigued. What exactly did he do?
DORINDA: An automatic writing in which he channeled my husband, Harold, deceased for the last six years. The words “green valise” were penned over and over.
SPIRTUALIST: What does that mean?
DORINDA: I’m sorry. Even thinking about it makes me weep. (growing teary-eyed and standing). Perhaps we should do this another time.
SPIRTUALIST: But I wanted to ask you about the Founder’s Day séance.
DORINDA: I wasn’t even there. I had to return to New York, but from what I’ve heard… (she shoots a glance at Irene). I think that séance will be something people in Chatham Hollow talk about for centuries to come.
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BLURB:
One founding father.
One deathbed curse.
A town haunted for generations.
Ward Chatham, founder of Chatham Hollow, is infamous for two things—hidden treasure and a curse upon anyone bold enough to seek it. Since his passing in 1793, no one has discovered his riches, though his legend has only grown stronger.
In 1888, charlatan Benedict Fletcher holds a séance to determine the location of Chatham’s fortune. It’s all a hoax so he can search for the gold, but he doesn’t count on two things—Victor Rowe, a true spiritualist who sees through his ruse, and Chatham’s ghost wreaking havoc on the town.
More than a century later, the citizens of the Hollow gather for the annual Founder’s Day celebration. A paranormal research team intends to film a special at Chatham Manor, where the original séance will be reenacted. Reporter and skeptic Aiden Hale resents being assigned the story, but even he can’t deny the sudden outbreak of strange happenings. When he sets out to discover who or what is threatening the Hollow—supernatural or not— his investigation uncovers decades-old conflicts, bitter rivalries, and ruthless murders.
This time, solving the mystery isn’t about meeting his deadline. It’s about not ending up dead.
Thanks again for hosting me today, Beem. It was a pleasure to drop by—along with my unnamed spiritualist and Irene and Dorinda. (Please excuse the sisters. They love each other but experience their share of friction). I invite your readers to pick up a copy of The Haunting of Chatham Hollow at the link below. Staci and I both appreciate the support and wish everyone happy reading!
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HI Beem, thanks for sharing this intriguing character dialogue. This book sounds like a excellent story and a great co-operative writing effort.
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Hi, Robbie. Thanks for visiting and dropping by to check out the interview with the sisters. Staci and I had a wonderful time co-authoring this book!
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Thank you for stopping by and showing your support, Robbie. Much appreciation.
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I’m half way through reading this amazing story… and having trouble putting it down to even think of doing anything else!
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Oh, wow! Staci and I couldn’t ask for a better comment than that. Thank you so much! I’m glad we’re keeping you entertained. 🙂❤️
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You definitely are, Mae…
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That sounds like an endorsement to me! Thanks for visiting.
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You’re right Beem, it is an endorsement…
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Thanks for sharing, Beem. Congratulations to Mae and Staci! I look forward to reading their new release.
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Thanks, Jill. I’m excited you’re intrigued. Staci and I so appreciate the well wishes!
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Thank you for showing your support, Jill. Much appreciation.
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Thank you, Beem, for hosting today. I’m midway through the book and enjoying it very much. My heartfelt congratulations to Mae and Staci! ❤️
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I’m so glad to hear you’re enjoying the tale, Gwen. Thank you for adding your recommendation and well wishes! ❤️
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Thank you for the visit, Gwen. Your comment sounds like an endorsement.
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Interesting characters, but I expected nothing less from Mae and Staci.
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Aww, thanks, Craig! 🤗
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Thanks for the visit, Craig. I am looking forward to reading this book.
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Me too.
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Beem, thank you so much for hosting me today. Staci and I are delighted to be making the rounds with our new release, and appreciate the opportunity to share The Haunting of Chatham Hollow with your readers!
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It’s truly my pleasure, Mae. I have enjoyed other books by you and Staci. I expect this one will be exceptional. I look forward to reading it.
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Another great post and character dialogue! I loved this read! Huge congratulations to Mae and Staci. Thanks for sharing, Beem 💕🙂
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Thank you for taking the time to stop by, Harmony. Much appreciation.
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Thanks so much, Harmony. Staci and I both so appreciate all your support. We’re delighted you enjoyed the novel so much! 💕🤗
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Thank you for hosting Mae today, Beem. We’re both appreciative of any chance to share our work with others.
Mae, excellent interview. Those sisters sure know how to dominate the page!
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My pleasure, Staci. This new book sounds entertaining. I look forward to reading it.
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LOL! They definitely demand their share of attention, don’t they? 😂
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What happened at the seance???!!! I’m so excited to start reading this – perfect for this time of year. Thanks for hosting, Beem!
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Thanks for stopping by, Teri. Yes indeed! It’s the perfect time of the year for a story like this one!
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Heehee. I’m glad you’re curiosity piqued, Teri. I’m glad you’re looking forward to the read! 🙂
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I love these character conversations. Thanks for hosting today, Beem.
Wishing Mae and Staci all the best on this wonderful book!
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Thank you, Joan. Glad to see your comment here today.
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So glad you’ve been enjoying the tour, Joan. Thanks so much for following along as we roll out our characters. And I’m thrilled you enjoyed the book!
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Congrats to Mae and Staci. Thanks for sharing, Beem.
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Thank you for the visit, Stevie. I am grateful.
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You’re welcome, Beem.
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Thank you for the well wishes, Stevie!
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It is interesting to get to know the characters through an interview. Well done Staci and Mae. Thanks to Beem for hosting
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Thanks for stopping by, John. I enjoy a good character interview.
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I’m glad you enjoyed the character interview, John. I’ve had a lot of fun writing them for this tour. Thanks so much for visiting today!
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Sounds like a great read! Best wishes to these authors.
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Thanks, Joe!
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Thanks so much, Joe. We appreciate all well wishes!
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I love a good spooky story. Congratulations to Mae and Staci on this new release.
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Thanks for the visit, Mark.
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We aim to please, with a good spooky story, Mark.
Thank you for visiting and for the well wishes!
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Irene and Dorinda sound like a fun pair… for the reader anyway. I think they’d rather not live in the same small town!
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Thanks for the visit, Priscilla.
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LOL! They weren’t without their prickly moments, Priscilla!
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What a great way to introduce the book. I’ve never met with a medium, but it is tempting.
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Thanks for stopping by, Jacqui.
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Glad you’re enjoying the tour, Jacqui. Thanks so much for following along.
And would you believe I’ve never met with a medium either? Shocking, I know! 😂
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Thanks for hosting Staci and Mae, Beem! Great post, great excerpt, and up NEXT in my TBR pile! I’m very much looking forward to this one, and this post is one of the reasons why!
Mae & Staci, here’s hoping this one will fly like an eagle, and result in oodles and oodles of sales! 🤗💖🤗
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Glad to hear that, Marcia. Thank you for visiting.
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Oooh, what great well wishes, Marcia. Fingers crossed for all those oodles 😂
And I hope you enjoy the book when it surfaces. I’m excited to think it’s up next on your TBR. Thank you! 🤗❤️
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I love this. Thanks for posting, Beem.
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Hi, Kymber. I’m delighted you enjoyed the post.
Thanks so much for visiting.
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Thanks for the visit, Kymber!
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My pleasure!
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This is excellent! It shows the somewhat bitter rivalry between the two sisters. I enjoyed each of their characters in the story but didn’t have much tolerance for Dorinda’s belittling. 🙂 Another great look at this fabulous story! Congratulations, Mae and Staci. Thank you, Beem, for hosting!
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Jan, I had such fun writing these character posts and allowing the personalities of the sisters to shine through in this one. They were both quite gone on themselves–especially Dorinda—weren’t they? LOL!
Staci and I are so glad you enjoyed our tale!
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Always happy to find your comments here, Jan. Thanks a bunch for showing your support.
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I just finished reading the 1888 seance scene with Fletcher. Wow! Ward Chatham makes for one scary ghost! I’m really enjoying the book. I’d have it finished by now if I could stay awake a little longer at night:)
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Heehee. Judi, I’m just thrilled you’re engrossed in the book, and I know Staci is too. And that scene was one of my favorite to write. Glad to know it brought a few goosebumps! 🙂
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Thank you for stopping by and showing your support, Judi.
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Irene and Dorinda are great characters. I enjoy their sometimes contentious relationship, but also feel for both of them, for different reasons. The book is the best thing about heading up to bed. Congrats to Staci and Mae, and thanks for hosting, Beem.
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Aww, what a great compliment. Thank you so much, Diana. I’m so glad you’re enjoying it—and the sisters!
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Thank you for stopping by, Diana.
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What a fun exchange between the sisters 🙂 Another great post and read. Thanks for hosting, Bee m.
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Thanks, Denise. I really enjoyed writing this interview. All the characters have been fun to explore this way.
Thanks so much for all your support!
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Thanks for showing up and supporting, Denise.
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I’m enjoying this book so much and find it interesting that I could ‘hear’ your voices in the script. I thought Mae wrote the 1888 parts and this seems true going by today’s post, so well done!
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Thanks for sharing your endorsement of this book, Jacquie.
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Thanks so much, Jacquie. I love that you’re enjoying the book!!
I do have a passion for writing the 1800s in fiction. I had so much fun with my sections and I know Staci did with hers!
Thanks for sharing your thoughts! ❤️
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Loved the book. And I can just imagine Irene and Dorinda sitting there with the spiritualist doing that interview.
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Thank you for stopping by, Michele.
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LOL! I’m so glad. Thanks so much for adding your endorsement for The Haunting of Chatham Hollow, Michele!
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Beem, thanks for highlighting this delicious sounding book and for all your great writing. Mae, I can’t wait to dig in. Those two sisters contrast so beautifully, and I love the spiritualist aspect of the story.
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Thank you for stopping by and adding a bit of sunshine to the day, Flossie. Take care.
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Can’t wait to read my copy! Two great authors conspiring and crafting a chilling tale! Thanks for sharing, Beem.
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Thanks for the visit, Mark.
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