Kim McMahill

People often ask how much of the content in my adventure novels is based on real life. Well, it depends on the story. Other than a visit many years ago to the Sphinx and the Giza pyramids in Egypt, there is very little in Shrouded in Secrets that resembles places I’ve been or things I’ve done, so it required a lot of research. The story is an over-the-top action-adventure romantic thriller that takes readers on a high-stakes race around the globe to stop a group of deadly terrorists searching for thirteen mythical relics capable of epic destruction. It was a challenging book to write and involved a cork board, note cards, photos, maps, timelines, and lots of pushpins. Almost all of my other stories contain settings from places I’ve been and/or embellished adventures I’ve experienced. I thought it might be fun to share a little bit about how much reality is included in each of my novels, so please check back often for more behind-the-scenes information. https://www.amazon.com/Shroude...

In 2026 the fall or autumnal equinox arrives in the Northern Hemisphere on Tuesday, September 22. The autumnal equinox is an astronomical event that marks the start of fall. This occurs in the Northern Hemisphere when the sun crosses the equator while traveling from north to south. After the sun crosses the equator, days become shorter than nights. This shortening of days continues until the winter solstice, after which the days start to grow longer once again.  Most of us probably don’t think much about why fall is occurring, but rather focus on what it brings. The brilliant orange, yellow, and red colors of leaves on trees and shrubs are highly anticipated. Life seems to slow down as we enjoy cooler temperatures, the enticing aroma of cinnamon in apple cider, and celebrating quintessential fall holidays of Halloween and Thanksgiving. Whatever your favorite fall activities, enjoy!

FREE to Read! Now included in Kindle Unlimited, Refuge from the World (The Beartooth Chronicles, Book 1).  When nature turns against them, survival means facing the cold—and the darkest dangers of humanity. Taut with suspense and driven by unbreakable bonds, The Beartooth Chronicles are powerful stories of survival, love, and the fight to create a future worth living for. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CW1HL6RK/

In 2026, the National Park Service is waiving entrance fees eight times. All Nati onal Park Service sites that charge an entrance fee will offer free admission to everyone* (other fees, including timed entry or reservation fees, may apply) . Five have already passed. The next free day will be on September 17, 2026 in celebration of Constitution Day. The remaining dates are listed below. For more information visit https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/fee-free-parks.htm   October 27 : Theodore Roosevelt's birthday November 11:  Veterans Day *Beginning in 2026, free entrance on these days will be for US citizens and residents only. Nonresidents will pay the regular entrance fee and any applicable nonresident fees.

  I can’t believe September is already here. Where has summer gone? I know the first day of fall isn’t until September 22 this year, but once school is back in session and college sports are in full swing, it feels officially fall. Weather wise, this was a crazy summer. Temperatures went from cold to hot and the smoke from wildfires in the west was heavy at times. My garden did okay, but I think it was as confused by the wild temperature swings as I was. I’ve definitely had better production.     WRITING I’m pleased that the first novel in The Beartooth Chronicles, Refuge from the World , is now included in Kindle Unlimited. If you have a KU membership, now’s the time to get started on the series for free. Most of my other novels are also free with Kindle Unlimited, and my two Risky Research micro-reads are always free to download for everyone. WANDERINGS August was a smoky month in the west which limited some outdoor fun, but we did get out to play golf on a few ...