Big News, Bookworms! My Store Is OPEN!
So something super exciting happened this week, and I had to pop in and tell you all about it before I explode into confetti.
I finally launched my own store on my website! That’s right — Roger’s little bookstore corner of the internet is officially OPEN FOR BUSINESS. You can now grab all my books directly from rogerhyttinen.com without having to go through a dozen clicks or wander the digital aisles of that big nameless river site. 😏
Right now, I’ve got ebooks, paperbacks, and (drumroll please)… large print paperbacks available! I’ve heard from a bunch of folks who love and need that extra bit of accessibility, and I wanted to make sure you were taken care of.
Thinking about adding hardcovers, too. Not gonna lie — I’m kind of tempted. There’s something sexy about a matte hardcover on a haunted detective story or an urban fantasy shifter romance, right? But I’m still on the fence. If enough of you raise your hand and yell, “YES, PLEASE GIVE ME A HARDCOVER,” I’ll take the plunge. (Poltergeists and grumpy wolf shifters deserve to be immortalized in hardback, don’t you think?)
Also: each sale through my site means more royalties go directly to me, which helps me keep the lights on, pay for coffee, and continue spinning queer ghost tales, 1930s speakeasy mysteries, and shifter romances with entirely too much pining.
Anyway, just wanted to share the news with you lovely people who’ve supported me from day one. I’ve got some special goodies and exclusive bundles coming soon just for folks who buy through the site. So if you’re into that kind of thing… keep your eyes peeled.
Some Things I Thought Were Worth Sharing
An article that my author friends may find helpful: The Difference Between a Task and a Goal When Plotting http://blog.janicehardy.com/2020/08/the-difference-between-task-and-goal.html
A compelling little article about the crumbling of US News Media: 38 years in the media industry, and I never thought the U.S. media would crumble like this https://www.advocate.com/voices/media-crumbles-under-trump-attacks
I’m looking forward to this coming out: Kit Connor and Joe Locke Bid Emotional Farewell as ‘Heartstopper Forever’ Wraps Filminggay https://gayety.com/kit-connor-and-joe-locke-bid-emotional-farewell-to-heartstopper
My writer friends may find this of value: Just Write: Why Now’s the Time to Begin Again https://writersinthestormblog.com/2025/08/i-used-to-dream-about-doing-this-why-you-should-start-writing-again/
My author friends may find this podcast episode of value, entitled: “Successful Social Media without Virality” https://www.draft2digital.com/blog/author-favorite-ebook-distributor-partners-with-leading-ebook-subscription-service/
This looks like a film I may have to check out: Former boxer Kieron Moore is playing a queer camboy in “dangerous & brave” drama ‘Blue Film’ https://www.queerty.com/former-boxer-kieron-moore-is-playing-a-queer-camboy-in-dangerous-brave-drama-blue-film-20250725/
Fans of Tom Daley (I’m a huge fan!) may enjoy this: Tom Daley’s Top Knitting Moments That We Honestly Can’t Forget About https://gayety.com/tom-daleys-top-knitting-moments
Compelling little article for my writer friends: Am I the Literary Asshole For Prioritizing My Writing Over the People in My Life? https://lithub.com/am-i-the-literary-asshole-for-prioritizing-my-writing-over-the-people-in-my-life/
My author friends may find this of value: Why Your Amazon Book Page Isn’t Converting — and How to Fix It http://blog.janicehardy.com/2025/08/why-your-amazon-book-page-isnt.html
Fun images of a guy and his dog as they explore abandoned places: https://www.boredpanda.com/furbex-abandoned-places-dog-photography-alice-van-kempen-msn/
My writer friends may be interested in this podcast episode with Johnny B Truant: Escape the Self-Publishing Rat Race with Johnny B. Truant https://www.draft2digital.com/blog/escape-the-self-publishing-rat-race-with-johnny-b-truant-ep236/
My author friends may find this article on using iteration of interest: Writer Fuel: How to Use Iteration in Your Writing https://diymfa.com/writing/how-to-use-iteration-in-your-writing/
This just came to my attention — I’ll definitely have to check it out on YouTube (available now – just search for ‘The Nature of Us’) https://www.queerty.com/watch-feel-the-rush-of-young-love-in-the-tender-indie-romance-series-the-nature-of-us-20250725/
This one sounds too intriguing not to watch: Jacob Elordi and ‘Saltburn’ director reunite for “hyper-sexualized” & “BDSM-tinged” ‘Wuthering Heights’ https://www.queerty.com/jacob-elordi-and-saltburn-director-reunite-for-hyper-sexualized-tinged-wuthering-heights-20250807/
Fans of LGBT cinema may find this article about ‘Enzo’ of interest: A rebellious teen & his older crush explore their desire in ‘Enzo’ https://www.queerty.com/watch-a-rebellious-teen-his-older-crush-explore-their-desire-in-enzo-20250808/
Did you hear about the new Jimmy Stewart biopic coming out (11/26)? It’s starring KJ Apa as Steward https://www.instagram.com/p/DNDzqNhu9-M/