• May include: A fall-themed display featuring a wooden tray with decorative elements. It includes a candle in a glass holder, an orange pumpkin, and a stack of papers with the title "Prison Letters" and handwritten text.
  • May include: A stack of printed letters with the title "Prison Letters" and the date February 19th, 1878. The letters are on aged paper with handwritten text. A red apple and fall foliage are in the foreground.
  • May include: Several brown paper envelopes with a circular stamp that reads "Prison Letters" are arranged on a wooden surface. The envelopes are surrounded by fall-themed decorations, including leaves, pinecones, and decorative beads.
  • May include: A fall-themed display featuring a wooden tray with decorative elements. It includes a candle in a glass holder, an orange pumpkin, and a stack of papers with the title "Prison Letters" and handwritten text.
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  • May include: A stack of printed letters with the title "Prison Letters" and the date February 19th, 1878. The letters are on aged paper with handwritten text. A red apple and fall foliage are in the foreground.
  • May include: Several brown paper envelopes with a circular stamp that reads "Prison Letters" are arranged on a wooden surface. The envelopes are surrounded by fall-themed decorations, including leaves, pinecones, and decorative beads.
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  • Materials: paper, envelope, stamp

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Six couples. Six possible romances. One overarching fictional story written by Author D.M. (Dedra) Tregaskis.

Embark on a romance and mystery adventure set in 1878 in the American West, told between six couples who may or may not have secrets. Some couples might even be enemies with the potential to become lovers.

What's included:
96 letters total, sent via USPS every week for 8 weeks.

Details:
Free shipping to the United States.
Letters go out on the Tuesday following your purchase.
Each envelope contains twelve carefully crafted letters.
Since these are letters, mailed with stamps, there are no tracking numbers.

FAQ:
Q: Why did you write these letters?
A: While visiting a living history museum in New York, I was reminded that the U.S. Constitution requires a postal service, and my mind began spinning on how I could support this seemingly small part of our Constitution. Since I'm a writer, I knew I needed to tell a story, and what better way than through letters? Of course, I had to include romance (I don't know if I can write an interesting story without including romance!). And since we were "enveloped" in the 1800s at that museum, why not use that as the foundation for these letters?

Q: Can I buy multiple sets and send them as gifts?
A: Absolutely! This is one of the reasons I wrote these letters. Who loves mail the most? Those who don't get out as often. I imagined moms and grandmas getting this for their birthday/Christmas/Mother's Day. Or your introvert friend feeling loved because you were so thoughtful to buy them a gift that keeps giving.

To send to a loved one or friend, tell us the recipient's address and we'll take care of the rest. We can include a note that the letters are a gift from you if you'd like. Just let us know.

Q: What is your next book, and when will it be released?
A: "Next" is hard to define at the moment. I have a YA contemporary romance that I've submitted to agents, but since it is "clean," I've been told it won't sell. I may publish that next. Or I might publish my women's fiction next (though I might try for an agent and publisher as well). I'm halfway done writing it. I might also release Sushi Wars, the sequel to Bake Wars. My health scare this year set me back considerably, but there are many projects in the works.

Q: What kind of research did you do to write these?
A: Tons! I spent more time researching the time period, professions, customs, and words people would have used than I probably did writing the letters. Did I get everything correct? Probably not, but I believe I am close. And I took some artistic license to create the romances (strangers at that time would have been very reserved with their written words).

Q: Why not publish this as a book?
A: I will at some point. For now, Etsy provides more flexibility and higher margin returns. My plan is to use the revenue from Prison Letters to publish my next book(s).

Q: Are there any swear words in the letters or your books?
A: No, (unless you count the one *h word that was used in describing the actual place in Bake Wars).

Q: Do you love your readers?
A: Absolutely! I couldn't be an author without my amazing readers. I'm so grateful for all of you.

©2025 Dedra Tregaskis

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5.0

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Blue Oct 2, 2026

My mom loved this series! She raved on how delightful and heart warming they were!! I hope this author makes more sets!!

Blue Oct 2, 2026

5 out of 5 stars 5 This item

Jenny Dec 23, 2025

I love Dedra's writing and these letters are another shining example of the creativity that is Dedra's brain. Thank you for all that you do my friend.

Jenny Dec 23, 2025

Response from Dedra

I'm so glad you like it. I'm working on another series right now.

5 out of 5 stars 5 This item

Nancy Nov 29, 2025

Beautifully written clean love stories. Letters arrived in my mailbox in a gorgeous envelope each week. It was fun to see all of the various personalities of the characters emerging week by week and seeing each friendship and romance blossom. Highly recommend!

Nancy Nov 29, 2025

Response from Dedra

I'm so glad you liked it!

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Tiffany Nov 24, 2025

Great stories, I loved reading them.

Tiffany Nov 24, 2025

Response from Dedra

I'm so glad you liked Prison Letters.

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May include: A fall-themed display featuring a wooden tray with decorative elements. It includes a candle in a glass holder, an orange pumpkin, and a stack of papers with the title "Prison Letters" and handwritten text.

Six couples. Six possible romances. One overarching fictional story written by Author D.M. (Dedra) Tregaskis.

Embark on a romance and mystery adventure set in 1878 in the American West, told between six couples who may or may not have secrets. Some couples might even be enemies with the potential to become lovers.

What's included:
96 letters total, sent via USPS every week for 8 weeks.

Details:
Free shipping to the United States.
Letters go out on the Tuesday following your purchase.
Each envelope contains twelve carefully crafted letters.
Since these are letters, mailed with stamps, there are no tracking numbers.

FAQ:
Q: Why did you write these letters?
A: While visiting a living history museum in New York, I was reminded that the U.S. Constitution requires a postal service, and my mind began spinning on how I could support this seemingly small part of our Constitution. Since I'm a writer, I knew I needed to tell a story, and what better way than through letters? Of course, I had to include romance (I don't know if I can write an interesting story without including romance!). And since we were "enveloped" in the 1800s at that museum, why not use that as the foundation for these letters?

Q: Can I buy multiple sets and send them as gifts?
A: Absolutely! This is one of the reasons I wrote these letters. Who loves mail the most? Those who don't get out as often. I imagined moms and grandmas getting this for their birthday/Christmas/Mother's Day. Or your introvert friend feeling loved because you were so thoughtful to buy them a gift that keeps giving.

To send to a loved one or friend, tell us the recipient's address and we'll take care of the rest. We can include a note that the letters are a gift from you if you'd like. Just let us know.

Q: What is your next book, and when will it be released?
A: "Next" is hard to define at the moment. I have a YA contemporary romance that I've submitted to agents, but since it is "clean," I've been told it won't sell. I may publish that next. Or I might publish my women's fiction next (though I might try for an agent and publisher as well). I'm halfway done writing it. I might also release Sushi Wars, the sequel to Bake Wars. My health scare this year set me back considerably, but there are many projects in the works.

Q: What kind of research did you do to write these?
A: Tons! I spent more time researching the time period, professions, customs, and words people would have used than I probably did writing the letters. Did I get everything correct? Probably not, but I believe I am close. And I took some artistic license to create the romances (strangers at that time would have been very reserved with their written words).

Q: Why not publish this as a book?
A: I will at some point. For now, Etsy provides more flexibility and higher margin returns. My plan is to use the revenue from Prison Letters to publish my next book(s).

Q: Are there any swear words in the letters or your books?
A: No, (unless you count the one *h word that was used in describing the actual place in Bake Wars).

Q: Do you love your readers?
A: Absolutely! I couldn't be an author without my amazing readers. I'm so grateful for all of you.

©2025 Dedra Tregaskis

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