Laurie Coombs’ ‘Letters from My Father’s Murderer’ Kindle Fire Giveaway

Can God heal the deepest wounds and redeem what seems unredeemable? Laurie Coombs experiences God's transforming and redemptive power in her new book, Letters from My Father's Murderer. When her father was murdered, Laurie Coombs and her family sought justice―and found it. Yet, despite the swift punishment of the killer, Laurie found herself increasingly full of pain, bitterness, and anger she couldn’t control. It was the call to love and forgive her father’s murderer that set her, the murderer, and several other inmates on the journey that would truly change their lives forever.

Join Laurie in celebrating the release of Letters from My Father's Murderer by entering to win a Kindle Fire!

 

One grand prize winner will receive:

• A Kindle Fire HD 6
• A copy of Letters from My Father's Murderer

Enter today by clicking the icon below. But hurry, the giveaway ends on July 20th. The winner will be announced July 21st on Laurie's site.

Spectacular! Two Roads Home: A Chicory Inn Novel (Book 2) By: Deborah Raney

This was so a spectacular book to read! I was captured from the very beginning. There are so many twists, turns, and unexpected things that happen throughout this book. Deborah Raney delivers some of her best writing works yet. She brought the characters to life for me in this wonderful story. A story of faith, love, devotion and acceptance. The trials of everyday life marriage and raising a family. Dealing with unexpected things that seem to come from nowhere. This book is an excellent read I highly recommend this book! 5 stars! https://www.facebook.com/groups/61073266770/

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Refreshing and Delightful! A Wish on Gardenia Street by: Shelley Shepard Gray

Refreshing and Delightful! A Wish on Gardenia Street by: Shelley Shepard Gray An Amish Brides of Pinecraft Novella that is sure to delight. This was such a wonderfully refreshing story that will surely capture your heart as it did mine. The characters and the places are so well described in the story that I feel as if I was there with them. I could picture their Amish dresses and their flipflops. I was practically tasting the Key Lime Pie at Yoder’s. I so loved this story. I am looking forward to the next book in the The Pinecraft Brides series. Be sure to pre-order your copy of the book today! 5 stars!!

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Karen Barnett’s ‘Beyond the Ashes’ 5-Book Giveaway

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A must read book! Heart’s Made Whole, By: Jody Hedlund

Book description: 1865 Windmill Point, Michigan Can She Forgive the Hurting Man Who Costs Her the Role She Loves? After her father’s death, Caroline Taylor has grown confident running the Windmill Point Lighthouse. But in 1865 Michigan, women aren’t supposed to have such roles, so it’s only a matter of time before the lighthouse inspector appoints a new keeper–even though Caroline has nowhere else to go and no other job available to her. Ryan Chambers is a Civil War veteran still haunted by the horrors of battle. He’s secured the position of lighthouse keeper mostly for the isolation–the chance to hide from his past is appealing. He’s not expecting the current keeper to be a feisty and beautiful woman who’s angry with him for taking her job and for his inability to properly run the light. When his failings endanger others, he and Caroline realize he’s in no shape to run the lighthouse, but he’s unwilling to let anyone close enough to help. Caroline feels drawn to this wounded soul, but with both of them relying on that single position, can they look past their loss to a future filled with hope…and possibly love? “With painterly prose that never skimps on wit and verve, Hedlund gives us vivid characters, inventive plot twists, fascinating historical detail and heartfelt faith journeys….Lovers of inspirational fiction won’t want to miss this sparkling gem of a novel.” -RT Book Reviews Top Pick My review: This book stole my heart right from the very beginning. Wonderful characters that I fell in love with. The description of the place was wonderful. I could visualize the lighthouse and feel the wind coming in off of the water it was so well described. Caroline has such determination, tension, heartache, pain, and love trying to make it on her own and raise her younger siblings. Learning to overcome challenges in life and trusting someone that you just met. This is a must read book! Be sure to order your copy today. 5 stars!

The Inn at Ocean’s Edge, By: Colleen Coble (Sunset Cove Novel)

Wow,this is such a riveting and spectacular book that will surely keep you glued to your seat while you read it! This is the best book yet that I have read by Colleen Coble! She sure does know how to tell a story that is so emotionally gripping. It is so well told that you feel as though you are a part of the story. You are there with the characters experiencing what they are going through. There were so many twists and turns, fast paced,that there was never a chance for a dull moment! Colleen Coble will leave you guessing right up until the very end. If you love romance and suspense style books then you are going to love this book. It was so good that I didn’t want to put it down. I read it in a day. So make sure you grab your glass of sweet tea and kick back while you enjoy this gripping story. Just when you think that you have the story figured out something happens and changes who you thought it was. I was hooked from the very beginning! I highly recommend this book The Inn at Ocean’s Edge by Colleen Coble. Be sure to get your copy of the book today. Remember it also makes a great gift. 5 stars! Claire’s visit to a luxury hotel in Maine awakens repressed memories, threatening all she holds dear. In 1989, Claire Dellamare disappeared from her own fourth birthday party at the Hotel Tourmaline on the island of Folly Shoals, Maine. She showed up a year later at the same hotel, with a note pinned to her dress but no explanation. Nobody knows where Claire spent that year—and until now, Claire didn’t even know she had ever been missing. But when Claire returns to the Hotel Tourmaline for a business meeting with her CEO father, disturbing memories begin to surface . . . despite her parents’ best efforts to keep them forgotten. Luke Rocco lost his mother under equally mysterious circumstances—at the same time Claire disappeared. After a chance encounter reveals the unlikely link between them, Claire and Luke set out together to uncover the truth about what happened that fateful year. With flashbacks swimming just beneath her consciousness and a murderer threatening her safety, Claire’s very life depends on unscrambling her past . . . even if her family refuses to acknowledge it. Someone-maybe everyone-is hiding something from Claire Dellamare, and it will cost her everything to drag the truth out into the light.

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The testing of Faith, Love & Trust. "Her Brother's Keeper" (An Amish Secrets Novel Book 1), By: Beth Wiseman

Wow this was a truly amazing book! I felt as though I had falling into the story. It was as if I was in the room with the characters when a scene was unfolding. I could practically taste and smell the food especially the warm buttered bread. I was on the edge of my seat, I didn't want to put this book down! Be prepared to laugh, cry. Make sure you grab your drink and some tissues while you enjoy getting swept away with the wonderful characters in this story of faith, hope, love, deception, acceptance and moving forward with life. I am so looking forward to the next book in this series. Be sure to pre-order your copy of the book today. 5 stars! http://www.amazon.com/Brothers-Keeper-Amish-Secrets-Novel-ebook/dp/B00QL9LERW/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1434771118&sr=1-1&keywords=her+brother%27s+keeper

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Lorie’s Heart, By: Amy Lillard

Amy has done it yet again. She has written another book that is bound to be a hit! I was drawn into the story right from the start. The story line and the characters are so refreshing. I so love this unique spin on Amish fiction. Characters that grab hold of you and don’t want to let go of you. I so love the determination of some of these characters. There is laughter, tears, heartache, pain, love and understanding all rolled into one beautifully written Amish Christian fiction story. I am so looking forward to the next book in this series. Be cure to pre-order your copy of Lorie’s Heart today! 5 stars!

Summer's List, By: Anita Higman

Wow, A truly touching book. I love this type of story. It was unique and different from any that I have read. I truly enjoyed that about the book. This story makes me want to start my own bucket list to one day accomplish. You never know what will happen in life or what you will find. Be sure to get your copy of Summer's List today. 5 stars! http://www.amazon.com/Summers-List-Anita-Higman-ebook/dp/B00PI111LS/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1434464262&sr=1-1&keywords=summer%27s+list

Deborah Raney’s ‘Two Roads Home’ 5-Book Giveaway

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Let’s All Welcome Sandi Rog author of “Out of The Ashes”

Sandi Rog is an international and award-winning author of The Master’s Wall, Yahshua’s Bridge, and Walks Alone. Also a mother of four, she lived in Holland for thirteen years and now lives in Colorado with her husband, children, a cat, and too many spiders. Cheryl, thank you so much for having me on your blog. It’s an honor to be here! My latest release is my first book since battling cancer. OUT OF THE ASHES is what I call a “light historical romance.” My previous books are very “deep.” Not that this one isn’t, but it’s shorter, won’t make you cry in the middle of the story, and has a happy-ending. I needed to write something “light” because I just came out of a major battle with cancer, nearly losing my life twice, and I just needed to write something that was fun and would make me (and others) smile. Cancer was a rough ride, but there were many blessings that God showered upon us in my recovery, not just physical healing, but healing in my marriage and for our entire family in unimaginable ways. So . . . I’m grateful to God for allowing me to write OUT OF THE ASHES. I honestly feel like I just stepped out of the ashes of cancer, into a life showered with blessings. I wasn’t sure if I’d ever be able to write again because of “chemo-brain.” It’s a side-affect of chemo/radiation, a foggy forgetfulness that seems to take over and makes it difficult to concentrate, and it can last years after the treatments. It’s all because of God and His tender mercies that I’m still here and able to write. If any of you happened to be one of the thousands who prayed me through cancer, I thank you from the bottom of my heart. Really, there are no words to express my gratitude.

 What is OUT OF THE ASHES about? A stranger. A kiss. A shotgun wedding.

 NATHANIEL WARD, wealthy entrepreneur, needs a wife. But he’s not interested in the preening, high-society women who are offered to him on a silver platter. He wants one woman, and one woman alone: the girl who gave him all the money in her reticule years ago when the Great Chicago Fire left him destitute. He sets out to find this woman and discovers she’s unattached. There’s only one problem, a shotgun wedding may be able to bind them, but will he ever be able to win her heart?

 AMELIA E. TAYLOR blows a kiss to a street rat. Little did she know, years later that kiss would follow her to Green Pines, Colorado. When a handsome stranger arrives in her hometown, she guards her heart from the stirrings this man ignites. Despite society’s disapproval of spinsterhood, she is determined not to marry, having witnessed first-hand the lack of love and horrors that accompany marriage. But will a shotgun wedding reveal blessings that arise out of the ashes?

 The following is a teaser take from the opening chapter of OUT OF THE ASHES: 

Chapter One Green Pines, Colorado, 1882 Gun smoke burned Amelia’s eyes and her ears still rang. She blinked the tears from her lashes. “Do you, Nathaniel Ward,” the preacher scowled, “take Amelia Taylor to be your lawfully wedded wife?” Amelia’s father cocked his rifle and aimed it at the reluctant groom. “I do,” Nathaniel said, his voice firm and unwavering. Despite her father’s threats, Nathaniel’s very presence exuded power, his raised chin, broad shoulders and wide chest unflinching against the barrel of the rifle. Amelia didn’t dare look up at him. What must he be thinking? How many women had hoped to get him this far, and now, here she stood where most women dreamed of standing—shotgun wedding, or not. If only she could melt into the parlor’s wooden floor like the candle burning in the nearby lamp. Or disappear like the smoke. Disappear into nothingness, with no remnant left of her existence. “Do you, Amelia Taylor, take Nathaniel Ward to be your lawfully wedded husband?” The preacher’s words rushed over Amelia like a gush of foul air. She stood paralyzed, unable to speak. She’d vowed never to marry. How would she bear this cross? She’d seen enough loveless marriages in her life to know it wasn’t worth the heartache, despite the shame of spinsterhood. And now, to be forced on a man? What miseries awaited her? Abuse? Neglect? Slavery? Any man in his right mind would despise her for the rest of his days. It would be impossible—unthinkable—to procure his affection … his love. The minister, still in his nightclothes, cleared his throat. His wife, holding up the lantern, glowered from behind him. Amelia swallowed, darting a glance at her terrifying father. With a snarl, he narrowed his eyes at Nathaniel and pressed closer with his rifle. Would he put another hole in the preacher’s wall? Or Nathaniel’s chest? “Amelia, girl.” Her father’s voice sent a shudder down her spine as it echoed through the quiet house. “You know, I always keep my word.” He’d threatened to kill Nathaniel if she refused to be his wife. “I do,” she said, her voice small and trembling, quite the opposite of the man next to her. The horror, the shame. How did her life come to this? “I now pronounce you man and wife.” The minister slammed his Bible shut and pointed it at her father. “Now get out!” Shadows clouded Amelia’s vision, and her legs wobbled like those of a newborn calf. Her knees buckled, but rather than landing on the hard floor, she found herself caught in Nathaniel’s strong arms. Now her husband.

 Here’s where you can find OUT OF THE ASHES (the print version is due to release near the end of the month of June):

 Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Out-Ashes-Chicago-Fire-Book-ebook/dp/B00Z23J312/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1433804413&sr=8-1&keywords=out+of+the+ashes+by+rog

 B&N: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/out-of-the-ashes-sandi-rog/1122082598?ean=2940151392174

 Here’s where you can find Sandi Rog online:

http://www.sandirog.blogspot.com/

http://www.sandirog.com/

http://www.beatcancerwithb17.blogspot.com

http://www.thelordslady2.blogspot.com

https://www.facebook.com/sandi.rog


  Thank you to Sandi Rog for being on my blog for sharing with us. I am so looking forward to reading your book Out of The Ashes. May you continue to write many more books yet to come in the future! Blessings

Colleen Coble’s Melt into Summer Giveaway and ‘A Heart’s Betrayal’ Blog Tour

Emmie finds shelter in the arms of a soldier in Fort Laramie, Wyoming, but will her big secret drive them apart? Find out in book four, A Heart's Betrayal, of Colleen Coble's A Journey of the Heart series. Suddenly displaced, powerless, and ashamed, Emmie can’t stay in Wabash, Indiana. She makes a hopeful start for Fort Laramie to find her friend Sarah Montgomery and a new beginning. But when she arrives, she discovers she’s pregnant—and without a husband. The new start she’d hoped for slips from her fingers.

Melt into summer with a new giveaway from Colleen: four books (books one–four in Colleen's A Journey of the Heart series) and coffee to pair with your new book!

 

One grand prize winner will receive:

• A copy of A Heart's Betrayal
• A box of Colleen's favorite chocolate truffles from DeBrand Fine Chocolates
• A copy of A Heart's Disguise
• A copy of A Heart's Obsession
• A copy of A Heart's Danger

Enter today by clicking the icon below. But hurry, the giveaway ends on June 31th. Winner will be announced July 1st on Colleen's website.

Hutterite Diaries, By: Linda Maendel

This book tells what it is like to live the life of a Hutterite. They are plain and simple community similar in ways to the Amish and Mennonites yet so different also. I didn’t realize what a difference there was until I read this book. An interesting way of living to me. Love the insight on their day to day lifestyles. 4 stars http://www.amazon.com/Hutterite-Diaries-Prairie-Community-Plainspoken/dp/0836199464/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1432511776&sr=8-1&keywords=Hutterite+Diaries

It’s whats on the INSIDE that matters! Change of Heart, By: Molly Jebber

This book is Amish fiction with a twist.Such a unique cast of characters. You will fall in love with some and hate others. A wonderful story of love, acceptance, patience, kindness, and always there to lend a hand. Will love conquer all or will they walk away from each other? Be sure to pre-order your copy of the book today. http://www.amazon.com/Change-Heart-Molly-Jebber-ebook/dp/B00ONTR6NS/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&sr=8-10&qid=1433818811

Simply to die for! Murder Freshly Baked (An Amish Village Mystery Book 3), By: Vannetta Chapman

If you love a good Mystery & Amish fiction then you are going to love Murder Freshly Baked, By: Vannetta Chapman. It is a refreshing book so well written that it will grab the attention of the reader right from the very start.This is a book that is not only exciting but also spine-tingling. She grabbed my attention right from the start with this marvelous Amish Mystery. There is such a wonderful array of characters in this captivating story. This is so much mystery, heartache, pain, regret, love, faith and devotion rolled into this true work of art. This book is a marvelous combination of Amish/Mystery all rolled into one spectacular story. I loved getting to read about beloved Middlebury, Indiana and the captivating characters that I have come to know and love. I can practically picture the quaint Amish village and the wonderful people there. Be sure to get your copy of this book today. 5 stars! http://www.amazon.com/Murder-Freshly-Baked-Village-Mystery-ebook/dp/B00PFBNZQU/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1432007369&sr=1-1&keywords=murder+freshly+baked http://vannettachapman.com/ https://www.facebook.com/VannettaChapmanBooks

There is always hope! "as water gone by" By' Cynthia Ruchti

There is always hope! “as water gone by” By’ Cynthia Ruchti Cynthia Ruchti has penned yet another book filled with hope. A book that touched on a topic that is so moving. You can practically feel the emotions of the characters and see the cottage. It makes you want to go for a walk on an island beach. I love the strength and determination that Emmalyn has in this truly wonderful story. A story of heartache, longing, love, devotion and second chances. Be sure to get your copy of this book today. http://www.amazon.com/As-Waters-Gone-Cynthia-Ruchti-ebook/dp/B00PCOQ698/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1433528820&sr=1-1&keywords=as+waters+gone+by&pebp=1433528828096&perid=0GC452YGM61NH3JZ7QP2 https://www.facebook.com/CynthiaRuchtiReaderPage?fref=ts

Jody Hedlund’s ‘Hearts Made Whole’ Prize Pack Giveaway and Facebook Party

Don't miss Jody Hedlund's new book, Hearts Made Whole, a story of loss, forgiveness, hope, and true love set in 1865 Michigan. When Ryan's failings endanger others, he and Caroline realize he’s in no shape to run the lighthouse, but he’s unwilling to let anyone close enough to help. Can Caroline forgive the hurting man who costs her the role she loves?

Celebrate the release of Hearts Made Whole by entering to win an Afternoon at the Beach prize pack and RSVPing to Jody's June 23rd author chat party!

 

One grand prize winner will receive:

• A copy of Hearts Made Whole
• A picnic basket set
• A beach bag
• Flip flops
• A beach towel

One second-place winner will receive:

• A copy of Hearts Made Whole
• A lighthouse journal

One third-place winner will receive:

• A copy of Hearts Made Whole
• A lighthouse necklace

 

Enter today by clicking the icon below. But hurry, the giveaway ends on June 23rd.Winner will be announced June 23rd at Jody's Facebook party. RSVP here!

“Gotta have faith.” Until the Harvest (Appalachian Blessings Book #2) By: Sarah Loudin Thomas

This was a truly touching book. There was so much heartache, pain, determination, love and devotion going on in this truly wonderful story. It is a moderate paced book. Giving you the chance to read and enjoy this story. There was some super natural in this story. I did enjoy the deep down underlying faith throughout the book. A good read. 4 stars http://www.amazon.com/Until-Harvest-Appalachian-Blessings-Book-ebook/dp/B00QMSCO3U/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1433212941&sr=1-1&keywords=until+the+harvest http://sarahloudinthomas.com/ https://www.facebook.com/SarahLoudinThomas

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Thrilling New Read from Richard Mabry | ‘Fatal Trauma’ and the Perfect Prescription Giveaway

Can Mark find out who the shooter is before he becomes the next victim? You won't want to miss the suspense in Richard Mabry's new book, Fatal Trauma. Facing an adversary whose desires are dark and efforts are ruthless, Mark finds himself under suspicion as a killer, yet still a potential victim. When he turns to his high school sweetheart, attorney Gwen Woodruff, for help, Kelly helplessly looks on, as she hides her own feelings for the good doctor.

Richard is celebrating the release of Fatal Trauma by giving away The Perfect Prescription Prize Pack!

 

One grand prize winner will receive:

• A $25 cash card
• A copy of Fatal Trauma
• A bag of coffee (because caffeine can cure a lot)
• A medical-inspired coffee mug
• Syringe pens
• A box of medical-inspired cookies (because sugar can cure what caffeine doesn't)

Enter today by clicking the icon below. But hurry, the giveaway ends on June 20th. The winner will be announced June 22nd on Richard's blog.

Join Odyssey Adventure Club for a Summer Challenge and Movie Ticket Giveaway

 

Summer . . . a time that kids pine for during the school year and parents may anticipate with something akin to dread. Fearing refrains of “I’m bored” or hours spent on the couch playing video games can make moms and dads nervous about the long, hot months stretching before their family. Focus on the Family’s Odyssey Adventure Club offers an answer, encouraging parents and kids to embrace faith and fun with the Take the Plunge Adventures in Odyssey Clubhouse magazine’s Summer Challenge.

Take the Plunge

The Take the Plunge challenge features:

• Master Mind Monday — commit God’s Word to memory
• Ways to Play Wednesday — spend active time with your family
• Faith Sharing Friday — share God’s love with others

The Take the Plunge challenge helps families memorize at least five verses, engage in five activities together and share their faith with five people before the school doors swing open again. Those who sign up will receive an 11-week plan with suggested verses to memorize, activity ideas (such as visiting a war memorial) and ways to witness (such as passing out popsicles at the park with an invitation to your church), making this challenge the perfect tool for parents who want summer to be a time of spiritual and social stimulation for their kids.

"Research tells us that the more senses we involve when teaching children a principle, the more likely it is to stick,” Plugged In editor and Adventures in Odyssey podcast host Bob Smithouser says. “Bible memorization by itself is great, but it becomes even more powerful when put into action. Know it. Share it. Live it.”

Families who sign up to take part in the challenge at www.whitsend.org/summer will have access to weekly verses to memorize, ideas for family fun and suggestions for service projects that allow a family to share their faith. Additionally, anyone who signs up to participate in the Take the Plunge challenge will receive a free scene from the latest Adventures in Odyssey album, as well as a free story from the book Strange Journey Back.

A Bonus Contest

From June 1–5, tell us in 30 words or less how you are going to take the plunge to deepen your faith this summer for a chance to win a family four-pack of tickets to the theatrical release of Beyond The Mask June 5th weekend and free access to the Odyssey Adventure Club all summer long (June, July, August—total $85 prize value)!

Send your entry to contests@whitsend.org. Two winners will be chosen to win each day June 1-5 and announced on the Adventures in Odyssey Facebook Page.

Entries will be chosen based on creativity and writing skill. Rules are available at whitsend.org.

Jennifer Beckstrand

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