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1968: A Year with Annabelle
1968 is a standalone novella within the Nelsonville Novella series!
1968 was the year where everything changed for Annabelle Everly.
It was the year she had to prove to the world that she could be more than a housewife and a mother. With that, we watch her learn to find her voice and show the world who she was always destined to be.
This Nelsonville Novella takes place from 1968-1969 with Annabelle Everly, or you might know her better as Gram! See what happens during this life altering year for her and how it shaped her to be the woman Nelsonville knows today.
This is the first book of the Nelsonville Novellas. More stories of characters we already know and love will continue to be published alongside the Nelsonville Novels! This is just another way to continue to dive deeper into the world of Nelsonville.
Content Warnings:
-Alcohol use (socially)
-Light profanity
-Death of a parent
1968 was the year where everything changed for Annabelle Everly.
It was the year she had to prove to the world that she could be more than a housewife and a mother. With that, we watch her learn to find her voice and show the world who she was always destined to be.
This Nelsonville Novella takes place from 1968-1969 with Annabelle Everly, or you might know her better as Gram! See what happens during this life altering year for her and how it shaped her to be the woman Nelsonville knows today.
This is the first book of the Nelsonville Novellas. More stories of characters we already know and love will continue to be published alongside the Nelsonville Novels! This is just another way to continue to dive deeper into the world of Nelsonville.
Content Warnings:
-Alcohol use (socially)
-Light profanity
-Death of a parent
92 pages, Kindle Edition
First published November 30, 2023
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About the author
Kristina Carmela
8 books18 followersHI- I’m Kristina, the author of the Nelsonville series!
Stories and characters are always swirling around in my head. For the first time, I had the courage to take my favorite character of them all and write her story! Everything flowed from that one moment of bravery.
Being creative has always come natural to me. I’ve always gravitated toward creating or challenging myself with making something new. It probably all started as a kid who loved to write songs. I had no musical talent at all, but song writing was a unique way to express what was happening in my busy mind. Over the years, I have taught myself to sew, paint and probably tackle every kind of DIY project imaginable. But writing a book has always been the one thing that scared me!
Writing my first book gave me such a sense of accomplishment and joy! Sometimes I still can’t believe that I’ve written and published several books. But writing the Nelsonville series has given me not only a new found confidence, but in so many ways, it’s healed me. I owe a lot to the characters and the stories that I have only begun to tell.
When I’m not writing or now thinking of new stories to write, I enjoy spending my time with my dog Goob, my family and friends. I love animals more than humans usually, so you can often find me at the Bronx Zoo or finding people's dogs to pet. I love exploring new places and having new adventures with my favorite people. Experiences make the best memories which is why I’m often looking for something new to enjoy! I’m a classic Leo who loves dreams and numbers. I have an irrational fear of ceiling fans and the monkeys from the Wizard of Oz still give me the heebie jeebies.
Stories and characters are always swirling around in my head. For the first time, I had the courage to take my favorite character of them all and write her story! Everything flowed from that one moment of bravery.
Being creative has always come natural to me. I’ve always gravitated toward creating or challenging myself with making something new. It probably all started as a kid who loved to write songs. I had no musical talent at all, but song writing was a unique way to express what was happening in my busy mind. Over the years, I have taught myself to sew, paint and probably tackle every kind of DIY project imaginable. But writing a book has always been the one thing that scared me!
Writing my first book gave me such a sense of accomplishment and joy! Sometimes I still can’t believe that I’ve written and published several books. But writing the Nelsonville series has given me not only a new found confidence, but in so many ways, it’s healed me. I owe a lot to the characters and the stories that I have only begun to tell.
When I’m not writing or now thinking of new stories to write, I enjoy spending my time with my dog Goob, my family and friends. I love animals more than humans usually, so you can often find me at the Bronx Zoo or finding people's dogs to pet. I love exploring new places and having new adventures with my favorite people. Experiences make the best memories which is why I’m often looking for something new to enjoy! I’m a classic Leo who loves dreams and numbers. I have an irrational fear of ceiling fans and the monkeys from the Wizard of Oz still give me the heebie jeebies.
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August 22, 2024
This was a lovely cozy novella about a young woman finding herself. It’s not my usual type of read but I loved the friendships and family vibes. I kind of wish it was told in present tense but I understand it’s a prequel story and that Annabelle is looking back on her past. I just would’ve loved to feel totally immersed in the different era and to see it through her eyes as it was unfolding. That said, I enjoyed Annabelle’s character, particularly how she stood on her own two feet and made her life her own. I recommend this one and I would love to read more about Nelsonville when I get a chance!
April 24, 2024
Are you looking for 90 odd pages of cuteness? Well, this is it. Such a sweet and inspiring story in the Nelsonville world.
This is Annabelle's backstory, well, a year of her younger life at least. We learn some more about her family, what she wants from life, how she inherits Dell's, meets her husband and most importantly, finds her voice.
My recommendation is reading This Time Around and So It Goes first, perhaps even Violet Wildflowers. Get to know Annabella as Gram first and you'll love this book ten times more knowing its her!
Not much to say other than this was a quick, sweet and cosy read. I love Nelsonville! Kristina has set out such a fantastic world and backstory!
This is Annabelle's backstory, well, a year of her younger life at least. We learn some more about her family, what she wants from life, how she inherits Dell's, meets her husband and most importantly, finds her voice.
My recommendation is reading This Time Around and So It Goes first, perhaps even Violet Wildflowers. Get to know Annabella as Gram first and you'll love this book ten times more knowing its her!
Not much to say other than this was a quick, sweet and cosy read. I love Nelsonville! Kristina has set out such a fantastic world and backstory!
August 12, 2024
Great introduction to the small town charms of Nelsonville and it's tight family bonds.
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