Kim McMahill

I’m thrilled to be a part of N. N. Light’s Book Heaven’s Summertime Books Bookish Event. The event is open internationally and runs from June 25 – July 4, 2024 (my book, Refuge from the World, will be featured at 9:00 a.m. EST on June 26). Check out all books and enter the giveaway to win a $30 Amazon gift card. Sign up through Rafflecopter below or on the event site. The winner will be drawn on July 5. https://www.nnlightsbookheaven.com/summertime-books-bookish-event a Rafflecopter giveaway

The Beartooth Chronicles follows the story of Ashley McPhee, who arrived in Beartooth with her mom, Sara, when she was three years old, and Caleb Solomon, who arrived about the same time. They have been best friend ever since, but as the story begins, their relationship enters a new phase as they navigate the challenges of adulthood. The Beartooth Chronicles is a story of survival in a crumbling world, but unlike many dystopian novels, the series is not about fighting against the government. The series focuses on the residents of a small, isolated community who work together to find solutions to each new challenge the community faces. Though insulated from many of the problems threating the survival of humanity, their future is far from secure. They are determined to hold on to what they’ve built and will fight to protect their community and each other from outside threats, both human and animal predators. Series Blurb: In a world plagued by natural and human disasters, a sm...

When I first met my husband many, many, many years ago, he taught me how to shoot a recurve bow. I enjoyed the sport, but never mastered it to the degree necessary for hunting wild game, though I have witnessed this a number of times. He also makes his own arrows which is an enjoyable activity. I hope my experience with archery helps make those scenes in the novels of The Beartooth Chronicles more believable.  You can begin the adventure with Refuge from the World (The Beartooth Chronicles, Book 1). It is available in ebook and print from most major online booksellers. Order your ebook from Amazon at https://amzn.to/3wwE9ZV or in paperback at https://amzn.to/49CiTki , or find buy links to other online booksellers in the Beartooth Chronicles’ page on this blog.  

Hello Summer! Some days we’re there, some days we aren’t, but we’re close enough to my favorite season to celebrate. I just planted my garden, and the grapes, raspberries, and strawberries are showing robust signs of life. The lawn and trees are green, and the birds have returned from their wintering grounds. Many roads in my neck of the woods close over the winter, but now that the Beartooth Highway and the roads into Yellowstone are finally open, I feel a sense of freedom. WRITING NOTES AND NEWS Refuge from the World (The Beartooth Chronicles, Book 1) was released on March 19. I’ve been busy promoting it, and it’s been so exciting sharing this first book in the series with everyone. Everything is all set for the release of the next novel in the series, Above the Abyss (The Beartooth Chronicles, Book 2) . It will be released June 18, 2024, and the ebook can be preordered NOW from your favorite online book seller or here on Amazon  https://www.amazon.com/Above-Abyss-Beartooth-...

Stratospheric Aerosol Injection or SAI is a solar geo-engineering process where sulfur aerosols are introduced into the stratosphere about twenty-five miles above the earth's surface. The aerosols would then, theoretically, combine with water particles and reflect more sunlight than usual back into space cooling the planet. The effects of SAI wane over time and would have to be repeated over large areas for decade to make the results permanent. SAI is one more threat to the survival of the residents of Beartooth. Discover why in Refuge from the World (The Beartooth Chronicles, Book 1). It is available in ebook and print from most major online booksellers. Order your ebook from Amazon at https://amzn.to/3wwE9ZV or in paperback at https://amzn.to/49CiTki , or find buy links to other online booksellers in the Beartooth Chronicles’ page on this blog.     

I’ve always been fascinated with honey bees. They play a huge role in pollination and produce some truly remarkable products. Wax has been used in many products including candles, soap, beauty products, and furniture polish to name a few. Honey is not only a delicious treat, but raw honey also has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties and has been used to treat burns and improve wound healing. There are 20,000 different types of bees in the world. But only one kind makes honey. In a hive, only the queen lays eggs, and male worker-bees mate with the queen. Female worker-bees produce honey from pollen and nectar that they collect from plants while pollinating, and then store the honey in honeycombs made of wax inside their nest. It is this honey that apiculturists collect. Read how apiculture plays a vital role in the survival of Beartooth in Refuge from the World (The Beartooth Chronicles, Book 1). It is available in ebook and print from most major online booksellers. Ord...

NEW SERIES! Refuge from the World (The Beartooth Chronicles, Book 1). Embark on an unforgettable journey with Ashley and Caleb in Refuge from the World, an epic story of survival, courage, love, and finding hope in the midst of environmental disasters and humanity on the brink of collapse. Book 2, Above the Abyss, coming summer 2024. Download from you favorite online book seller or from Amazon here https://amzn.to/3wwE9ZV EXCERPT Caleb put his arm around Ashley and pulled her close. She laid her head on his shoulder and stared out at the lake. They sat like this sometimes, not as much as they used to, and she missed this too. She loved the feel of his arm around her and the warmth of his body next to hers, but never read too much into the gesture. Today, especially, she was in no hurry to break the connection. “Are you going to the community meeting tonight?” he asked, finally breaking the silence. “Yes. I keep getting these unsettling feelings, and I hope to find out if it’s j...