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Win a Copy of AN AMISH FAMILY REUNION by Mary Ellis
We are celebrating the release of AN AMISH FAMILY REUNION --- in which two young Amish people embark on the lofty and unlikely business venture of writing and illustrating a children’s book --- with a special contest. 75 readers will have the opportunity to each win a copy of Mary Ellis's latest romance novel. The deadline for entries is Friday, March 16th at noon ET.
AN AMISH FAMILY REUNION by Mary Ellis (Romance)
During a rumschpringe visit to Niagara Falls, Phoebe Miller meets Eli Riehl, a young man who charms her --- and everyone else --- with his exceptional storytelling ability. When Phoebe sketches scenes to illustrate one of his tales, Eli encourages her incredible talent, and together they embark on a lofty and unlikely business venture for two young Amish people --- writing and illustrating a children’s book.
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Win a Copy of SIXTY ACRES AND A BRIDE by Regina Jennings
We are celebrating the release of SIXTY ACRES AND A BRIDE --- in which a beautiful young widow returns to her Texas family ranch and must decide to what lengths she will go to save her future --- with a special contest. 50 readers will have the opportunity to each win a copy of this debut novel from Regina Jennings. The deadline for entries is Friday, March 16th at noon ET.
SIXTY ACRES AND A BRIDE by Regina Jennings (Historical Romance)
With nothing to their names, a beautiful young widow and her mother-in-law return to Texas --- only to face a mountain of unpaid debt. Though facing eviction from the family ranch, Rosa falls in love with the countryside. She can’t help but stand out, though, and her beauty captures attention. But when help is offered with unwanted strings attached, to what lengths will she go to save their futures?
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Win a Copy of ACCUSED by Janice Cantore
We are celebrating the release of ACCUSED --- the story of a detective who sets out to defend a troubled youth --- with a special contest. Five readers will have the opportunity to each win a copy of this first installment in Janice Cantore's Pacific Coast Justice series. The deadline for entries is Friday, March 16th at noon ET.
ACCUSED: Pacific Coast Justice #1 by Janice Cantore (Mystery/Romance)
Detective Carly Edwards hates working in juvenile --- where the brass put her after an officer-involved shooting --- and longs to be back on patrol. So when a troubled youth, Londy Atkins, is arrested for the murder of the mayor and Carly is summoned to the crime scene, she's eager for some action. Carly presses Londy for a confession but he swears his innocence, and despite her better judgment, Carly is inclined to believe him. Yet homicide is convinced of his guilt and is determined to convict him.
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WORDS SPOKEN TRUE by Ann H. Gabhart (Historical Romance)Adriane Darcy was practically raised in her father's newspaper offices. She can't imagine life without the clatter of the press and the push to be first to write the news that matters. Their Tribune is the leading paper in Louisville in 1855. Then Blake Garrett, a brash young editor from the North with a controversial new style of reporting, takes over failing competitor the Herald, and the battle for readers gets fierce.
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HEART’S SAFE PASSAGE: The Midwives, Book 2 by Laurie Alice Eakes (Historical Romance)
All Phoebe Lee wants out of life is to practice midwifery in Loudon County, Virginia. But when she refuses to accompany her pregnant sister-in-law to help save her husband from an English prison during the War of 1812, Phoebe finds herself pressed aboard a British privateer crossing the Atlantic under the command of a man with a deadly mission.
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WHEN THE SMOKE CLEARS: Deadly Reunions, Book 1 by Lynette Eason (Historical Romance)
After a brush with death due to equipment failure, smokejumper Alexia Allen is ordered to take time off while the incident is under investigation. She makes a last-minute decision to recuperate at her mother’s home and attend her high school reunion. Yet trouble seems to be following her, and within hours of arriving home she is confronted with murder, arson --- and a handsome detective.
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NOT IN THE HEART by Chris Fabry (Fiction)Truman Wiley used to report news stories from around the world, but now the most troubling headlines are his own. He’s out of work, out of touch with his family, out of his home. But nothing dogs him more than his son’s failing heart. With mounting hospital bills and Truman’s penchant for gambling his savings, the situation seems hopeless...until his estranged wife throws him a lifeline.
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BLUE MOON BAY by Lisa Wingate (Romance)
For Seattle architect Heather Hampton, a trip back to tiny Moses Lake, Texas, is hardly in the plan. Yet because a promotion hinges on the sale of the family farmland, Heather heads to the last place she ever wanted to go. She's determined to return home, signed contract in hand, the next day. But the currents of Moses Lake take visitors on unexpected journeys.
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STILL: Notes on a Mid-Faith Crisis by Lauren F. Winner (Memoir)
In STILL, Lauren Winner describes how experiences of loss and failure unexpectedly slam her into a wall of doubt and spiritual despair. She explores why --- in the midst of the overwhelming anxiety, loneliness and boredom of her deepest questioning about where (or if) God is --- the Christian story still explains who she is better than any other story she’s ever known. Reviewed by Marcia Ford.
SAYING IT WELL: Touching Others with Your Words by Charles R. Swindoll (Christian Life)
Filled with techniques, stories and models that clearly explain the formulas for successful speaking, Charles R. Swindoll teaches readers the foundational principles for how to communicate --- from preparing for a speech, organizing thoughts and filtering out the superfluous to overcoming fears, grabbing the listener's attention, and knowing how and when to stop. Reviewing Michele Howe.
BEYOND MOLASSES CREEK by Nicole Seitz (Fiction)
Having traveled to the ends of the earth as a flight attendant, Ally Green has finally returned to the Lowcountry to bury her father as well as the past. But Vesey Washington is still living across the creek, and theirs is a complicated relationship --- he was once her best friend…and also part of the reason she has stayed away so long. Reviewed by Susan Miura.
A CHANCE IN THE WORLD: An Orphan Boy, a Mysterious Past, and How He Found a Place Called Home by Steve Pemberton (Memoir)
Taken from his mother at age three, Steve is now trapped with a cruel foster family, and he finds his only refuge in books. A fair-complexioned boy with blue eyes, a curly Afro, and a Polish last name, he is determined to unravel the mystery of his origins and find his birth family. Armed with just a single clue, Steve embarks on an extraordinary quest for his identity, only to find that nothing is as it appears. Reviewed by Marcia Ford.
THIS THING OF OURS: How Faith Saved My Mafia Marriage by Cammy Franzese (Memoir)
Cammy Franzese didn't plan to marry one of the most powerful mob bosses in the country. She didn't expect to raise her children alone while Michael served hard time. And she certainly didn't anticipate that he would turn his back on "the life" and become a devout Christian. Now Cammy shares the details of her painful and joyful journey. Reviewed by Marcia Ford.
THE HOUR BEFORE DAWN: The Hawk and the Dove, Book 5 by Penelope Wilcock (Historical Fiction)
Once again, author Penelope Wilcock reaches back through the centuries to the ancient monastery of St. Alcuin. Abbot John is undergoing deep, emotional shock after learning of the rape of his sister and murder of his mother; Father William is discovering his own vulnerability; and there, immersed in the daily routine of simple tasks, the brothers undertake the greatest task of nurturing the grace of God in their souls. Reviewed by Susan Miura.
THE BAKER’S WIFE by Erin Healy (Mystery)
Driving early one morning to the bakery, Audrey Bofinger's car strikes something --- or someone --- at a fog-shrouded intersection. She finds a motor scooter belonging to a local teacher. Blood is everywhere, but there's no trace of a body. Both the scooter and the blood belong to detective Jack Mansfield's wife, and he's certain that Audrey is behind Julie's disappearance. Reviewed by Lynda Schab.
THE SEARCH COMMITTEE by Tim Owens (Fiction)
A mismatched team of seven hit the road in an Econoline church van on a mission to find a new pastor. They don't agree on much other than the stops at Hardee's for coffee and a biscuit. But they stick to the call, trying to slip undetected into worship services across the Southeast --- all in hopes of stealing a preacher for their congregation. Reviewed by Marcia Ford.
ADDISON BLAKELY: Confessions of a PK by Betsy St. Amant (Fiction)
Sixteen-year-old Addison Blakely has tirelessly played the role of PK --- preacher’s kid --- her entire life. But after Wes Keegan revs his motorcycle into town and into her heart, Addison begins to wonder how much of her faith is her own and how much has been handed to her. She isn’t so sure she wants to be the good girl anymore. Reviewed by Lynda Schab.
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