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I Love You, Mom: Author Chat, Book Review & Giveaway
When most people think of Valentine’s Day, they think of romantic love. While the love between a husband and wife should absolutely be celebrated, Valentine’s Day provides an opportunity to express love to the other people God has placed in our lives as well. Today, I’m thrilled to share about Blythe Daniel’s and Helen McIntosh’s new book called I Love You, Mom. This mother-daughter duo penned beautiful affirmations of love and expressions of encouragement for the moms in our lives. Please join me today in welcoming them to the blog for a special interview! Author Chat with Blythe Daniel & Helen McIntosh Q: What inspired you to write this book…
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How Readers Can Participate in Release Day Preparation
Hello, my favorite readers! I know many of us just finished taking down our Christmas decorations and don’t even want to think about pulling them out again in ten months, but yes, I’m going to talk about December today. The good news is that no trees or tinsel are involved. December 5, 2022 is the scheduled release day for Take My Hand, the first book in my new romantic suspense series. In case you missed this book announcement, you can read about the story here. Today, I want to share with you some pre-release projects I have in the works and ways that you can participate. #1: A New Free…
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Author Chat with Julie Lavender on Her Book, Children’s Bible Stories for Bedtime
I am so excited to welcome my friend Julie Lavender back to the blog! Last year, she shared about her book, 365 Ways to Love Your Child, and today, she’s talking about her new book to help children discover God’s love for them through Bible bedtime stories. If you have a child ages 4-8, this book would be a perfect way to start off the New Year in God’s Word. When did you first realize you wanted to be a writer? Julie: I don’t have one of those fun stories like so many of my writer friends, the ones who knew from the time they were a little kid that…
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Merry Christmas Multi-Author Giveaway
Merry Christmas, Readers and Friends! I have loved getting to spend another year with you on the blog and am so thankful for you and your support. As my last post of 2021, I want to share a special giveaway with you. I have partnered with Celebrate Lit Publicity to do a giveaway where you can win a $500 Amazon gift card or over 45+ books, including an e-book copy of The Revisionary. The giveaway is going on now through December 18. Enter the giveaway here: https://promosimple.com/ps/13033/2021-merry-christmas-readers Wishing you and yours a blessed Christmas! ~ Kristen
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2021 Gift Ideas for Book Lovers
So many books, so little time! Am I the only one pinching myself that 2021 is coming to a close? I don’t think so. Last year, I recapped some of my favorite reads of the year, and I’d like to continue that tradition. Here are my top reads for 2021, and maybe you’ll find the perfect gift for the book lover in your life among them. If I featured the book or author on the blog, I’m hyperlinking back to that post so you can learn more if you’re interested. Speculative Fiction This year offered some outstanding new releases in speculative fiction, including the first book in a new duology…
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Author Chat with Alyssa Roat & Hope Bolinger on Their New Release, Picture Imperfect
Have you ever met someone who has accomplished so much in such a short time? That description comes to mind with Alyssa Roat and Hope Bolinger. This dynamic duo has co-authored several books and written individually as well. Although I haven’t had the privilege of meeting them in person, I’ve been following their writing journey for a few years. It’s my absolute delight to introduce Alyssa and Hope today as they talk about their new contemporary romance, Picture Imperfect. Welcome to the blog! What is one random fact about yourselves that not many people know? Hope: I once swam with sharks in Ecuador. They’re quite docile around there. It’s the…
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Author Chat with Mark Wainwright & Giveaway for Middle-Grade Readers
Just because school is in session doesn’t mean our students shouldn’t read anything but textbooks. As a teacher, I believe that providing young adults with exemplary extra-curricular reading sets them up for success as life-long learners. For my friends with middle-grade readers, this post is for you! I’m grateful to know author Mark Wainwright and be able to recommend his new book, Trapped in a Hot Air Balloon. Keep reading to learn more about Mark, why the young readers in your home might love this story, and how to enter to win a copy. Would you share what inspired you to write this story or how this project began? My…
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The Growing Season: Giveaway and Book Review
Happy October, friends! I am so pleased to welcome this delightful month with a new book and giveaway you won’t want to miss. I had the pleasure of meeting author Sarah Philpott a few years back at the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writer’s Conference when both our books won Selah awards. Now, Sarah has a new release called The Growing Season, a compilation of “down-on-the-farm devotions” for each month of the year. Each devotion reflects biblical truth presented in the growing seasons of farm life, experienced through her eyes. Read on to learn more about The Growing Season and how you can enter to win your own copy. About The…
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Author Chat with DiAnn Mills on her New Release, Trace of Doubt
Today’s guest is not only an award-winning novelist several times over, but she is also a godly mentor who has invested in writers (including me) at conferences. It is my absolute pleasure to introduce DiAnn Mills, who joins us today to share about her new romantic suspense novel, Trace of Doubt. Q: I’m so excited to talk about your new novel Trace of Doubt. Would you share what inspired you to write this story or how this story began? The idea of sacrificial love intrigued me. How high or low would a person venture to protect someone they loved? The what-if nestled in my heart and mind. Add suspense and…
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Book Blitz & Giveaway for Tempest by C. J. Campbell
Speculative fiction and fantasy readers, this one is for you. C. J. Campbell hails from beautiful Ireland, and I don’t know another author better equipped to spin an epic fantasy involving Irish mythology. Today, I’m excited to take part in a blog blitz for Tempest and share a giveaway with you! Read on to learn more about this story, its gifted author, my personal review, and the giveaway opportunity. About Tempest To unearth the truth, she must embrace the legend within.For eighteen-year-old Lexi, freedom is a luxury. She’s spent her life evading capture for a genetic gift that feels more like a curse. Her bulletproof immunity and monstrous disfigurement is of…
