Times of Our Lives: The Newsletter

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Happy January!

Happy New Year!

Time for resolutions and great times! It's wonderful to connect with you again! I hope you're doing well and staying healthy. As always, thank you for your incredible support and for joining me on these reading adventures. Please share this newsletter with fellow readers to help spread the word!

I've been working hard on adding my red-letter-edits onto the official document, and guess what? It's complete! This edition of T.O.O.L.: The Newsletter is packed with updates! We'll dive into highlights from Times of Our Lives, some Behind the Curtain insights, a few prize-winning games, and more.

Please be advised: This newsletter contains spoilers for the Times of Our Lives series.

Keep reading for all the details and more!

Discover highlights from Into the Void, Part Three of Times of Our Lives!

But beware, spoilers lurk within! If you're waiting to begin the series, come back to this section after you've finished.

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⚫ Chapter 3

Jasmine dreams of her past, and then gets some surprising news.

🟪 Chapter 4

Elias helps Kendrick to safety, a new romance flickers alive, and a villain rises from Vanessa's ashes.

🔷Chapter 5

Vanessa meets Marinette and makes up with her mom.

Purchase The Lies Told in the Dark and Journey to the Past NOW! Into the Void coming soon!!!

I am so PUMPED for the new year! In 2026, we will be getting down to the nitty-gritty!

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MY GOALS

1. Formatting, formatting, formatting. 🙃. (The secret art of making pages look pretty!)

2. Copyrights galore. 🤪. (Protecting the world of Times of Our Lives!)

3. Maybe I am getting ahead of myself, but audiobooks..? 😉.

There are so many other goals as an author, but those may just be my top three!

STAY TUNED: Discover more in upcoming editions of Times of Our Lives: The Newsletter.

Welcome to GUESS THE QUOTE!!!

The Rules:

1. I will write a quote below...
2. You fill out the Google Form (The Button Below) with who you think said it...
3. Wait until the next edition of Times of Our Lives: The Newsletter for the answer...
4. If you answered correctly, you will be mailed specialized The Lies Told in the Dark OR Journey to the Past bookmarks for you and your friends!

"Looking a bit dazed, he told me, "I feel... free."

CHAROLETTE

Was that easy for you? There were only two obvious answers, right? 🙃.

Calling all bookworms! 📢 Get ready for a Caldera Raffles Extravaganza! 🎉

Join me, Dina Galarza Mapes, Author, on Facebook for your chance to snag a PAPERBACK copy of "The Lies Told in the Dark" OR "Journey to the Past" for just $5! That's a steal! 🤑

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SOME DETAILS HAVE CHANGED, PLEASE READ CAREFULLY!

Date: Saturday, January 17, 2026

Time: 2:15 PM EST (Eastern Standard Time) sharp! Don't be late. ⏰

Place: My Facebook Page: Dina Galarza Mapes, Author

How to Play (The Final Draw):

1. Entry Deadline: Complete your entry form and purchase your tickets right up until the last minute! The final cutoff for entries is 2:00 PM EST on the day of the draw.

2. Tune In: Visit my page on January 17th at 2:15 PM EST to join the live event.

3. Winner Announcement: BAM! We'll announce the lucky winner live at 2:15 PM EST. Easy peasy! 😉

P.S. You can buy as many entries as you want! The more entries, the higher your chances of winning. 😉

✨ So, what are you waiting for? Mark your calendars, set your reminders, and get ready for an afternoon of fun and fabulous bookish prizes! ✨

We always say that there is inspiration in everything! Through a conversation, a certain smell in the air, a small moment, anything! Here is a little inspiration to get you through the month.

In our last edition, you unjumbled the November thankful jumble! You lucky ducks!

Enjoy this New Year, New Author January Word Jumble!

Unjumble the words below to reveal our message!

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📚Here are the answers to our December Jumble!

Happy

Holidays

To

All

And

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Good

Night

Tune in next time for the September Jumble in the next edition of TOOL: The Newsletter.

This section is dedicated to congratulating and showcasing interesting individuals and groups who run their own businesses. I love showcasing small business owners! If you are interested in getting a shout-out, please email me anytime or CLICK HERE!

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• Recently, I had the pleasure of being a beta-reader for Jack Calder’s brand new series, The Veil Saga: The Keeper of the Veil, and I can honestly tell you that he is a literary genius! The way he weaves between fact and fantasy is legendary. Aside from being a brilliant writer, Jack is a true light in the author community. Visit Jack’s Website Here.

• Forward Revival Movement (FRM collective) was founded by Malerie Baker, a career coach with a background in supporting diverse groups, including students at community colleges and adults with intellectual disabilities. Their mission is to empower opportunity seekers to move forward with clarity and confidence. They provide affordable, inclusive, and personalized career coaching to early-career, mid-career, and transitioning professionals. Visit their website today!

Keep up the fabulous work!

Love, Dina

P.S. I wouldn't have been able to start this newsletter journey without the help of Malerie Baker, Career Coach.

I would not have been able to edit Times of Our Lives: Journey to the Past without the help of Victoria Sheeley, Author.

Check out our three previous editions below!

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Edition #12

Edition #13

Edition #14

Don't forget to get your copy of The Lies Told in the Dark and Journey to the Past.

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Thank you for catching up with me through Times of Our Lives: The Newsletter. I love to share updates with you and hope they bring a smile to your face.

If you have any news to share or want to chat, please reach out—I’d love to hear from you! Stay well and take care, everyone. I can’t wait for the next edition of Times of Our Lives: The Newsletter!

With love,

Dina Galarza Mapes, Author

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