Nicholas Dettmann

"A Life Worth Dreaming About" reviews

“Captivating!”

--- Linda

“Inspiring!”

--- Scott B.

“A feel good book.“

--- Hannah F.

“I like the easy, accessible style.”

--- Julia Forster, author of “Shadow Jumper”

“Extremely intriguing.”

--- Lisa Lickel, author of five novels, including “The Map Quilt”

“Good straight forward storytelling and the hook at the end of Chapter 1 works well, when we think the excitement is over. ... The writing is quite good.”

--- Tod Schneider, author of “The Lost Wink”

“It was an enjoyable read. Once I got into it, it kept my interest to see where it was going.”

--- Jill Badzinski, former editor West Bend (Wis.) Daily News

“I like the story. Carl reminds me of Patrick Bateman in ‘American Psycho.’ They are both loners and have a fondness for expensive clothes. I like the description in the first chapters of his interaction, or rather lack of it with his colleagues. I think it's good.”

--- Maria Gibbons, author of “Past, Present, Future?”

Monday, August 27, 2012

Updates

I've scheduled a signing for noon-2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 8, at Martha Merrell's Books and Gifts (231 W. Main St., Waukesha, Wis.). I will be there during downtown Waukesha's Art Fair. Come on by and get your copy of "A Life Worth Dreaming About," as featured on WTMJ-TV's "The Morning Blend."

Also, an update to the Edgerton Book Festival website has a list of the featured authors, including myself. The festival is Saturday, Sept. 29, at Edgerton High School in Edgerton, Wis.

Edgerton Book Festival - Featured authors

Lastly, I've sent in a request to be added to the Twin Cities Book Festival on Saturday, Oct. 13. I will update once I have an update.

Thank you all for your support!

Friday, August 24, 2012

Pictures from appearance on WTMJ-Ch. 4's "The Morning Blend"

Apperance on WTMJ-TV's "The Morning Blend"

Wednesday, August 22, 2012

Set your DVR's!

I have been invited to be a guest on "The Morning Blend," a TV show on WTMJ (Channel 4) in Milwaukee.

I will be on this Friday (Aug. 24) to promote my novel, "A Life Worth Dreaming About."

Tune in and tell your friends!!

The Morning Blend on WTMJ Channel 4-Milwaukee

This weekend

I have two appearances where I will be selling copies of my novel, "A Life Worth Dreaming About," and signing copies as well.

Saturday, Aug. 25: Riverwalk Arts & Crafts Fair, West Bend, Wis.
Sunday, Aug. 26: Wade House, Greenbush, Wis. Wade House

Monday, August 13, 2012

Thank you and some news

I wanted to say thank to those who came out at my recent signings and said hello. Meeting you was a lot of fun and I hope those who purchased my novel enjoy it. Please let me know what you think of it. That's one of the best ways to support a local and independent author.

My next signing will take place Saturday, Aug. 25, at the West Bend Community Memorial Library during one of West Bend's largest annual festivals, The Riverwalk Arts & Crafts Fair and Germanfest. I will be there selling and signing my novel, "A Life Worth Dreaming About." The fair will go from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. I hope to see you there.

A news announcement, my book is now on shelves outside of Wisconsin!

Seminary Co-Op Bookstore in downtown Chicago has picked up my novel. Pick up your copy today! Here is a link to its website: Seminary Co-Operative Books

Saturday, August 4, 2012

Appearance galore

On Thursday night, I began a busy stretch of book signings and discussions with an appearance at The Reader's Loft in Green Bay.

On Saturday, I'm at Apple Blossom Books in downtown Oshkosh during the city's monthly "Gallery Walk Show." I will be at the store from 6-9 p.m.

On Sunday, I'm at Salem Ev. Lutheran Church in Milwaukee for its annual "Author's Avenue" event. I will be there from 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

On Friday, Aug. 10, I will be at Martha Merrell's Books in downtown Waukesha during the weekly "Freeman Friday Night Live" event. I will be there from 6-9 p.m.

On Saturday, Aug. 11, I will be at Bookfinders in Stevens Point from 5:30-7 p.m.

I hope you can make it out to one of these events!

Friday, July 27, 2012

New stores pick up "A Life Worth Dreaming About"

Two stores recently picked up my novel, "A Life Worth Dreaming About."

Faith & Giggles, 42 N. Main St., Hartford, Wis.
Next Chapter Bookshop, 10976 N. Port Washington Road, Mequon, Wis.

Stop by either store today and get your copy of "A Life Worth Dreaming About."

Signings will take place at both stores in the near future.

Wednesday, July 11, 2012

Mark your calendars

Mark your calendars folks.

I have been invited to take part in two major book festivals coming up later this year.

The first will be the 7th Annual Sterling North Film & Book Festival. It is Friday, Sept. 28, and Saturday, Sept. 29, at Edgerton High School in Edgerton, Wis.

The second will be the Wisconsin Book Festival in Madison, November 7-11. I will join author Dan Manoyan, who recently released a book profiling University of Wisconsin football legend Alan Ameche. The book is entitled, "Alan Ameche: The Story of The Horse."

I'm working on the exact details of both festivals, so stay tuned as I will post more information as it becomes available.

Here are links to both festivals:

7th Annual Sterling North Film & Book Festival

Wisconsin Book Festival

Tuesday, July 10, 2012

In Two Weeks

I will be at Kewaskum Library to discuss my novel "A Life Worth Dreaming About."

Tuesday, July 24. 6 p.m.

Hope to see you there.

Saturday, July 7, 2012

New link added

Read my discussion in The Next Best Book Blog: Indie Spotlight.

http://thenextbestbookblog.blogspot.com/2012/07/indie-spotlight-nick-dettman.html

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What's being said about "A Life Worth Dreaming About"

“The book was amazing. I couldn’t put it down.” - Mellisa G.

“I read the novel cover to cover in just 24 hours. I could not stop. I can’t remember the last time I did that. In fact, I am sure I never have. At first I thought the extensive detail was too much, but as I kept reading, the extra detail painted such a clear picture of who Carl was and who he became after his experience.” - Peter P.

"I just loved the book. I had a hard time putting it down. I can't wait for the next book." - Charlotte S.

“I thought it was easy to read, very descriptive; made me want to keep reading. I didn’t want to put it down.” — Liz J.

“It was really enjoyable. I usually take a long time to read books, but this one kept me going and looking forward to coming back. I don’t follow many authors, only one in fact, but now I have a new one to follow!” - Kim S.

“I liked it a lot, hoping the next is a continuation; I think there could be. I look forward to reading the next. … It got to a point where I had a hard time putting it down cause I wanted to know what happened next. So all in all a good read!!” – Robyn B.

"Really loved it. At 72, I wish I could undo a few things, too. Every person's dream I guess." - Tom M.

"A great read!" - Linda M.

Professional Reviews

ForeWord Clarion: "In 'A Life Worth Dreaming About,' Nicholas Dettmann sets forth an appealing, if not unfamiliar, scenario. Through some sort of 'divine intervention,' a man is allowed to go back in time and 'fix' some of the mistakes he has made, thus correcting the path of his life and making him a better person for it all. Dettmann’s main character, Carl, is granted this intriguing opportunity. … Those who enjoy Dickens’s 'A Christmas Carol' or Capra’s 'It’s a Wonderful Life,' will be rooting for Carl to make good on this amazing gift. Dettmann’s story has real potential, and his flair for detail is impressive.”

BlueInk Review: “A Life Worth Dreaming About” is a valiant effort by author Nicholas Dettmann to update “A Christmas Carol” for modern times. Carl, our present-day Scrooge, loves money beyond all else. He’s selfish, mean-spirited and misogynistic. … Dettmann gets points for his clear enthusiasm in writing the story and clever idea.”

Stores stocking "A Life Worth Dreaming About"

A Room Of One's Own Bookstore

315 W. Gorham St., Madison, WI

Apple Blossom Bookstore

200E City Center, Oshkosh, WI

Books & Company

Whitman Park Shopping Center

1039 Summit Ave., Oconomowoc, WI

Book World

85 S. Main St., Fond du Lac, WI

Faith & Giggles

42 N. Main St., Hartford, WI

Fireside Books and Gifts

1331 W. Paradise Drive, West Bend, WI

Four Seasons Craft Mall

1323 W. Main St., Sun Prairie, WI

Martha Merrell’s Books and Café

231 W. Main St., Waukesha, WI

People's Books Cooperative

804 E. Center St., Milwaukee, WI

Seminary Co-Operative Bookstore

5757 South University Avenue, Chicago, IL

The Bookstore

Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets

1203 Lighthouse Place

Michigan City, IN

The Little Read Book

7603 W. State St., Wauwatosa, WI

The Reader's Loft

2069 Central Ct. #44, Green Bay, WI