MARIA'S MUSINGS
Have you noticed that I decided to get more personal on my Facebook Author Page? If you're not following me, I'm crushed (kidding!). It's a great place for us to interact and get to know each other.
Regardless, I posted a few fun facts about myself. One was my favorite food. Did you guess what it is? Take a second to take a gander...
It's shrimp! đ¤ I love shrimp in various waysâscampi, Cajun Alfredo, Boom Boom, but it doesn't love me. Shrimp causes inflammation in my body. As a result, I don't eat it as often as I would like. The sacrifices we make in the name of health, am I right?!
The second personal item I mentioned is one of my favorite songs. What do you think it is? Take a guess... đ¤
I'll tell you the answer in an upcoming newsletter. In the meantime, leave your guess in the comments.
Let me know in the comments if you guessed my favorite food correctly, and tell me your favorite food.
Upcoming newsletters will have even more fantastic opportunities coming your way. Be sure to open your email to find out what's in store.
Coming up! I have more surprises regarding my new release, Not Again Morgan's Story, so stick with me. You don't want to miss this!
GIFT WITH 99 cents PRE-ORDER!
Exciting news! Not Again Morgan's Story is on pre-order for only 99 cents, and you will receive a Not Again magnet, featuring its original cover with proof of purchase! Pre-order a digital version now for special savings before the price goes up and later receive the magnet in the mail. On release day, you will receive an email verifying your purchase, and the ebook will go into your eReader. Simply forward your email confirmation of the pre-order receipt to verify purchase to authormariathenriksen@gmail.com, and the magnet will be mailed after release day. There are a limited supply of magnets, so order now. Once the magnets are gone, that's it. First come, first serve. Contiguous US only.
Pre-order Not Again Morgan's Story HERE!

â¨NOT AGAIN, THE EPIC SAGAâ¨
Not Again, Book 1 - Published on Amazon
Not Again The Fallout, Book 2 - Published on Amazon
Not Again Morgan's Story, Book 3 - Upcoming Release
Not Again Amy's Story, Book 4
Not Again Val's Story (Part 1), Book 5
Not Again Val's Story (Part 2), Book 6

UPCOMING RELEASE!
Not Again Morganâs Story is planned to be released on March 5. To say that I'm excited for the world to read this next installment is an understatement.
Not Again Morganâs Story
Not Again Morganâs Story, the third novel of the Not Again series, masterfully combines both sweet and edgy elements in this Christian college romance set in 1989 that revolves around games of deceit, lacrosse, and betrayal.Â
Morgan is on top of the world when her life comes crashing down. Everything is at risk, including her life. Will Morgan have what it takes to make game-changing moves? Or, will it be the final game over for her?
Find out if she has the survival instincts to be a winner in this enthralling, romantic suspense game called life.Â
Not Again, healing hearts one page at a time.
Pre-order Not Again Morgan's Story HERE!

IT'S NOT TOO LATE TO JOIN US!
Even though I sent out the advanced reader copies to my review team, it's not too late for you to get in on the action of receiving a free book!
How awesome would it be if you were able to help someone because you read a book? Many readers have said that Not Again should be read by everyone. "It was a fantastic read. I think everyone should read it," said an Amazon Reviewer. You may not have experienced trauma, but chances are you know someone who has. Not Again may equip you as it has me to help others.
My four upcoming releases present the gospel in powerful and unique ways. This is your opportunity to take part in the Great Commission. I'm looking for reviewers who will post on Amazon and your choice of social media platforms about my upcoming releases. You will have a month to read an advanced copy of books four through six in exchange for an honest review to be posted on or soon after the release date. There's plenty of time to be part of the launch team for Not Again Morgan's Story, book 3!
Here's what one ARC Reviewer had to say, "I would highly recommend this book to everyone! It had love, heartache, family, friends, and faith. I loved the Bible Trivia Game. The music was from when I went to college. The Bible verses were great and helped me with my faith. Great story."
Let's start a spiritual revolution! Should you desire to join me in healing hearts one post at a time, consider being a member of my launch team. If you are on Facebook, kindly send me a PM to apply. Outside of Facebook, please send me an email to: authormariathenriksen@gmail.com.
It's best to read the first two books before reading the rest.
Not Again is the first published book in the Not Again series. Click HERE to get your copy. The sequel, Not Again The Fallout, is the next book that has been released in the series. Click HERE to get your copy.
Pre-order Not Again Morgan's Story HERE for only 99 cents!
Make a difference. Join the revolution!
ROMANCE MONTH
Dating Excerpts
Blog Hop!
February is Romance Month.
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What better time to show that special someone how much you care?
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Iâve partnered with some author friends to share romantic and creative date night ideas from our novels! And yes, that means you get a sneak peek of the book.
Each author tags the next author in rotation on social media. I will provide updates on my Facebook Author Page. Click HEREÂ to follow me on my Maria T. Henriksen FB Page.
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Be sure to check out their websites for more insight on their writing and sign up for their blogs so you can read their dating excerpts for this festive blog hop. You may find a new favorite author.
This is our schedule:
We launched the Romance Month Dating Excerpts Blog Hop with the creator, Aminata Coote.
Wednesday, February 5, 2025 Aminata CooteÂ
FB Page: @aminatacoote
Click HEREÂ for Aminata's Dating Excerpt Blog Post
Thursday, February 6, 2025 R. F. WhongÂ
Click HERE for Ruth's Dating Excerpt Blog Post
Saturday, February 8, 2025 Corilyn Holloway https://corilynholloway.substack.com/
FB Page: @corilynholloway
Click HERE for Corilyn's Dating Excerpt Blog Post
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Monday, February 10, 2025 Julie Coulter BellonÂ
FB Page: @authorjuliecoulterbellon
Click HERE for Julie's Dating Excerpt Blog Post
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Tuesday, February 11, 2025 Angela Ruth Strong
Click HERE for Angela's Dating Excerpt Blog Post
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Friday, February 14, 2025 Heather WoodÂ
FB Page: heather.wood.authorÂ
Saturday, February 15, 2025 Amy WalshÂ
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Tuesday, February 18, 2025 Mishael Austin WittyÂ
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Wednesday, February 19, 2025 Maria T. HenriksenÂ
FB Page: @mariathenriksen
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Thursday, February 20, 2025 April KidwellÂ
FB Page: @aprilkidwellauthorÂ
Friday, February 21, 2025 Temperance JohnsonÂ
FB Page: @temperancejohnson
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Join us as we share date night ideas to try this month.
CONTACT INFORMATION
I hope you'll join me in my quest to share what God laid on my heart! My launch team wouldn't be complete without you.
Follow the Romance Month Date Excerpt Blog Hop for your reading pleasure. đ
Permission to forward this newsletter is granted and highly encouraged. Let's join forces to promote healing hearts đ one post at a time.
Here are all my links in one place for your convenience: linktr.ee/AuthorMaria

I knew your favorite food. You told me not to guess since I knew it. Mine is crab legs