Split by Chains, Bound by Blood Is Coming Soon Copyright Updates Ellis McClure and Shop Launch in the Works

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By Robin R. Foster, Genealogist & Author

A powerful story is getting closer to readers.

Split by Chains, Bound by Blood: The Story of David and Lucy Nelms is moving toward release, and there is real excitement growing behind the scenes. This book has been a labor of care, memory, patience, and purpose. Now, the pieces that turn a manuscript into a finished book are coming together, one important step at a time.

The release is not here just yet, but the work is active. Copyright details are being handled, store preparations are underway, and Just Robin’s Bookstore is being shaped into the place where readers will be able to purchase the book once it becomes available.

Close-up view of a finished manuscript resting beside an old family keepsake — The story of David and Lucy Nelms is moving closer to publication.

The book is moving through an important copyright stage

Before a book is released, there are quiet but necessary steps that protect the work and prepare it for readers. That is where this project stands now.

The copyright process is currently part of the active release preparation.

Ellis McClure has been a key source of support

One of the brightest parts of this process has been the support of Ellis McClure.

Ellis has played an important role in helping move the store launch forward. His support has helped bring structure to the setup process, especially as Just Robin’s Bookstore prepares for its Shopify opening. From helping with the practical side of getting the store ready to supporting the larger vision behind the book launch, Ellis has been part of the momentum that is carrying this project into its next chapter.

Launching a store is more than putting a product online. It means making sure readers know where to go, what to expect, and how to purchase the book when the time comes. Ellis McClure’s role in that work has been meaningful, and his support deserves to be recognized.

A release like this takes trust, steady effort, and people willing to help bring the vision to life. Ellis has been part of that foundation.

Just Robin’s Bookstore is getting ready on Shopify

The online home for the book is also taking shape. Just Robin’s Bookstore is being prepared on Shopify so readers will have a clear place to purchase the book once it becomes available.

When the listing goes live, readers will be able to visit Just Robin’s Bookstore on Shopify to find Split by Chains, Bound by Blood: The Story of David and Lucy Nelms and complete their purchase.

The store page is open when you visit. Ellis even has more products posted for sale: Just Robin's Products

Wide-angle view of a small reading nook with a wrapped book package on a wooden chair — Just Robin’s Bookstore is being prepared by Ellis McClure as the home for the upcoming release.

Why this release matters

This is not just another title being added to a shelf. The story of David and Lucy Nelms carries emotional weight. The title itself points to separation, family bonds, endurance, and the lasting pull of blood ties through painful circumstances.

That is why the release is being handled with such care. Stories like this ask readers to slow down. They invite people to remember, reflect, and honor lives that deserve to be known.

The upcoming release of Split by Chains, Bound by Blood is also a reminder that family history can become more than private memory. When shaped into a book, it can reach people who may see parts of their own questions, history, and hope within its pages.

What readers can expect next

More updates will follow as the copyright work, store setup, and final publication steps continue.

The next major milestones will likely include:

Confirmation that the copyright preparation has been completed
Store launch updates for Just Robin’s Bookstore
Information about availability
Purchase details once the book listing is live
Additional announcements tied to the release

For now, the best news is simple. The book is coming. The store is being prepared. The release path is becoming clearer.

Overhead view of a single book wrapped in brown paper with a handwritten title tag — The upcoming release is being prepared with care and anticipation.

The wait is part of the journey, and this journey is getting closer to the moment readers have been waiting for. Keep an eye on Just Robin’s Bookstore, because Split by Chains, Bound by Blood: The Story of David and Lucy Nelms is on its way.

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