Cover Reveal: Dreaming Of A Scottish Summer by Julie Shackman

Novel Kicks are helping to reveal the cover for Dreaming Of A Scottish Summer, the upcoming novel by Julie Shackman and book 12 in the Scottish Escapes series. 

Brooke never intended to return to her native Scotland. That is until she’s offered a job with legendary literary agent, Levi Hudson, who just happens to represent her favourite author, Petra Swan.

Petra’s books helped her find hope again after her heart was broken, and Brooke will do anything to meet her. Even if it means working with the formidable Levi.

Not only is he grumpy, he’s also infuriatingly handsome. Yet as his frosty exterior slowly begins to melt, Brooke realises that moving back to the highlands might be the best decision she’s ever made…

I do love a good cover reveal and this is no exception. So, now we know a bit about Dreaming Of A Scottish Summer, it’s time to see the cover. Are you ready? 

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Ta-dah. What do you think? Personally, I love it. It makes me want to jump right in. Julie’s book covers are always so beautiful and whimsical looking. It’s also a reminder that summer will be back again before we know it.

So, when is Dreaming Of A Scottish Summer available? It’s due for release on 31^st January 2027 so it’s something to look forward to as we face the post Christmas and New Year slump. It is available to pre-order now though via Amazon UK, Amazon US, Barnes & Noble and Waterstones. You could also try your local bookshop.

About Julie Shackman –

Julie Shackman is a former journalist from Scotland, who has always wanted to write feel-good romance. As well as being an author, Julie also writes verses and captions for greetings card companies.

Julie admits to having an obsession with stationery and handbags. She has two sons and an adopted Romanian rescue pup, Cooper.

Dreaming of a Scottish Summer is Julie’s sixteenth novel.

Say hello to Julie via her website, Instagram, Facebook, X and TikTok. 

Dreaming of a Scottish Summer is book 12 in the Scottish Escapes series and is due to be released by One More Chapter on 31^st January 2027. 

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I'm Laura. I started Novel Kicks back in 2009 as I wanted a place to discuss books and writing - two loves of my life. As someone who has anxiety, these two things give me, and I am sure countless others, a much needed escape.
There is a monthly book club, writing exercises, prompts, reviews, author interviews, competitions and guest posts. I cover many genres and I hope there is something for everyone.
I grew up by the sea in Dorset and currently live in Poole with my husband, Chris and three cats. I love writing and have a BA (Hons) in Creative Writing from Falmouth University. I am writing my first book. If only I could stop pressing delete. Chris has threatened to stop it from working. Haha.
I have always loved creative writing since I was in first school and would very much like to meet my teacher, Miss Sayers, to say thank you for all the encouragement she gave me then.
When not writing, I love reading, cats, Disney, singing (I can't sing but this doesn't stop me,) and falling into a good TV show or film. If I could step into any fictional world, it would be amongst the characters in ABC's Once Upon a Time.
I love reading many genres and discovering new authors.