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September 11, 2016
September 5, 2016
Western Author Janet Chester Bly Offers Down Squash Blossom Road Giveaway
Author Janet Chester Bly is my guest today. She has a new book and a giveaway of her new book Down Squash Blossom Road. Here’s Janet:
Greetings, Lyn:
Thank you so much for the opportunity of a feature on your blog! My giveaway will be copy of Down S
quash Blossom Road, either paperback (USA only) or PDF for digital reader. The actual release on Amazon is today!
my heroine
Twenty-five year old, redhead Reba Mae Cahill helps her widowed grandmother with her ranch in the small town of Road’s End, Idaho. But there’s a lot of work and only temporary helpers. Reba wants a rancher husband, a man to one day help her take over the Cahill Ranch. However, she also determined not to have children of her own because of the insanity in her genes. For instance, in Down Squash Blossom Road, she’s on a mission to rescue her estranged mother, Hanna Jo, from a Reno mental institute.
her mother’s demand
When she arrives in Reno to pick up her mother, Hanna Jo issues a demand and refuses to return to Idaho. They head to California instead. On the road Reba must dig deep to find the courage to forge a relationship with her mom while dealing with abandonment issues. Hanna Jo left her as a three-year-old in Road’s End and she hadn’t heard from her since. Despite emotional undercurrents, Reba attempts to get along with her mom, build a relationship, mend fences, if possible. And coax Hanna Jo to return to Road’s End to save the family ranch.
puts her boot down
Finally, Reba slams her boot firmly down: come back with me or face the consequences a return to the mental institute. Tenacity is in her name. Is there a rancher out that that will measure up?–Janet
BLURB:
What Secret Lies Down Squash Blossom Road? Cowgirl Reba Cahill’s schedule is full.
Save the family ranch.
Free her mom from a mental institute.
Take another road trip.
Solve a murder … and a kidnapping.
Plus, evade a stalker.
Can she also squeeze in romance?
Reba Cahill thought she could focus on the duties of the ranch, to help out her widowed grandmother. But a crippled Champ Runcie returns to Road’s End in a wheelchair and seeks revenge for the accident that put him there. Meanwhile, a letter from her estranged mom forces her and Grandma Pearl back on the road: I can leave now. Come get me. Love, Mom
When they arrive in Reno, her mother issues a demand and refuses to return to Idaho. They head west instead. In California, Reba’s friend Ginny’s marriage is on the rocks. The family business is threatened. And squabbles turn deadly.
Reba digs deep to find the courage to forge a relationship with her mom and escape a crazed man’s obsession. She also faces an uncertain future even as a horse trainer offers her a new horse to replace Johnny Poe … and maybe more.
Thanks so much for being my guest, Janet. In order to be entered into the drawing the giveaway. Please answer this QUESTION: Do you think enough is being done for the mentally ill in the US today?–Lyn
For more online:
Find out more at www.BlyBooks.com
Facebook Pages: https://www.facebook.com/janetchesterbly and https://www.facebook.com/BlyBooks/
Twitter handle: @BlyBooks
Follow Amazon Author Page for new releases: www.amazon.com/author/stephenbly
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Western Author Janet Chester Bly Offers Down Spuash Blossom Road Giveaway
Author Janet Chester Bly is my guest today. She has a new book and a giveaway of her new book Down Squash Blossom Road. Here’s Janet:
Greetings, Lyn:
Thank you so much for the opportunity of a feature on your blog! My giveaway will be copy of Down S
quash Blossom Road, either paperback (USA only) or PDF for digital reader. The actual release on Amazon is today!
my heroine
Twenty-five year old, redhead Reba Mae Cahill helps her widowed grandmother with her ranch in the small town of Road’s End, Idaho. But there’s a lot of work and only temporary helpers. Reba wants a rancher husband, a man to one day help her take over the Cahill Ranch. However, she also determined not to have children of her own because of the insanity in her genes. For instance, in Down Squash Blossom Road, she’s on a mission to rescue her estranged mother, Hanna Jo, from a Reno mental institute.
her mother’s demand
When she arrives in Reno to pick up her mother, Hanna Jo issues a demand and refuses to return to Idaho. They head to California instead. On the road Reba must dig deep to find the courage to forge a relationship with her mom while dealing with abandonment issues. Hanna Jo left her as a three-year-old in Road’s End and she hadn’t heard from her since. Despite emotional undercurrents, Reba attempts to get along with her mom, build a relationship, mend fences, if possible. And coax Hanna Jo to return to Road’s End to save the family ranch.
puts her boot down
Finally, Reba slams her boot firmly down: come back with me or face the consequences a return to the mental institute. Tenacity is in her name. Is there a rancher out that that will measure up?–Janet
BLURB:
What Secret Lies Down Squash Blossom Road? Cowgirl Reba Cahill’s schedule is full.
Save the family ranch.
Free her mom from a mental institute.
Take another road trip.
Solve a murder … and a kidnapping.
Plus, evade a stalker.
Can she also squeeze in romance?
Reba Cahill thought she could focus on the duties of the ranch, to help out her widowed grandmother. But a crippled Champ Runcie returns to Road’s End in a wheelchair and seeks revenge for the accident that put him there. Meanwhile, a letter from her estranged mom forces her and Grandma Pearl back on the road: I can leave now. Come get me. Love, Mom
When they arrive in Reno, her mother issues a demand and refuses to return to Idaho. They head west instead. In California, Reba’s friend Ginny’s marriage is on the rocks. The family business is threatened. And squabbles turn deadly.
Reba digs deep to find the courage to forge a relationship with her mom and escape a crazed man’s obsession. She also faces an uncertain future even as a horse trainer offers her a new horse to replace Johnny Poe … and maybe more.
Thanks so much for being my guest, Janet. In order to be entered into the drawing the giveaway. Please answer this QUESTION: Do you think enough is being done for the mentally ill in the US today?–Lyn
For more online:
Find out more at www.BlyBooks.com
Facebook Pages: https://www.facebook.com/janetchesterbly and https://www.facebook.com/BlyBooks/
Twitter handle: @BlyBooks
Follow Amazon Author Page for new releases: www.amazon.com/author/stephenbly
Sign up for Almost Monthly Bly Books News: http://www.blybooks.com/contact/stephen-bly-books-newslett
To purchase, click image below.
booksbylyncote.com.
August 27, 2016
August 17, 2016
Don’t Miss the Party!
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August 15, 2016
Changes Coming Here
I started this blog in November of 2008. My theme has always been STRONG WOMEN, BRAVE STORIES. To do this I’ve invited authors to tell us their stories of strong women in their stories and stories from their own lives and from the their family history. I’ve truly enjoyed these stories and I know that many readers have.
But I think the time for a change is here. I’m going to take a bit of a break from blogging in August and write up some new content. My theme will not change but I think I will approach it from a different angle.
I will still invite a few favorite authors to guest and post reviews of books I’ve enjoyed but I want to give you more stories of extraordinary women in history, more of what they said and accomplished and also I want to share more of what I’ve written and what I’m writing.
So watch for the upcoming Grand Re-Opening of this blog about Strong Women and their Brave Stories–Lyn
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August 7, 2016
Author Josie Riviera & Lady Patience Blackwell
Author Josie Riviera is my guest today and she writes REGENCY ROMANCE–one of my favorites! Here’s Josie and be sure to read to the part about a free ebook.
Lady Patience Blakwell,
the heroine in Seeking Patience, my Regency Inspirational romance, shows great courage and strength throughout the novel, although she is only twenty years old. She’s a widowed countess who suffered terrible abuse at her late husband’s hands, as well as at the hands of a cruel cousin, which left her with a burn scar on her cheek. Now she’s living in near poverty, a petite woman who looks frail on the outside, but isn’t afraid of confronting uncomfortable situations head-on.
capable manager
She capably manages her dower house in near poverty, along with only a few faithful servants. Although her late husband’s heir uses threats to keep her from demanding her rightful inheritance, she fights these threats by taking matters into her own hands and seeking legal counsel.
Her faith keeps her strong … until the day a bold, handsome, and severely injured Romany (Gypsy) man collapses in her hall.
even stronger
Then she becomes even stronger, tending to his wounds, hiding him in her home, risking her life for him when she’s confronted and threatened by a brutal Romany (Gypsy) leader.
As she tends to the hero, she embraces his language and traditions. In the Regency period, the English looked down on the Rom (Gypsies.) Nonetheless, Lady Patience cares for everyone, regardless of their cultural background or circumstances. She gives her scant provisions freely to feed the hero’s tribe. Although Gypsies were considered thieves, it is her simple faith that captures his love.
But then a secret from Lady Patience’s past emerges, and her faith is tested. She confronts the secret with an open, accepting heart. However, the hero’s freedom means everything to him, and the heroine’s secret could shatter his heart.
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Author Josie Rivera & Lady Patience Blackwell
Author Josie Rivera is my guest today and she writes REGENCY ROMANCE–one of my favorites! Here’s Josie and be sure to read to the part about a free ebook.
Lady Patience Blakwell,
the heroine in Seeking Patience, my Regency Inspirational romance, shows great courage and strength throughout the novel, although she is only twenty years old. She’s a widowed countess who suffered terrible abuse at her late husband’s hands, as well as at the hands of a cruel cousin, which left her with a burn scar on her cheek. Now she’s living in near poverty, a petite woman who looks frail on the outside, but isn’t afraid of confronting uncomfortable situations head-on.
capable manager
She capably manages her dower house in near poverty, along with only a few faithful servants. Although her late husband’s heir uses threats to keep her from demanding her rightful inheritance, she fights these threats by taking matters into her own hands and seeking legal counsel.
Her faith keeps her strong … until the day a bold, handsome, and severely injured Romany (Gypsy) man collapses in her hall.
even stronger
Then she becomes even stronger, tending to his wounds, hiding him in her home, risking her life for him when she’s confronted and threatened by a brutal Romany (Gypsy) leader.
As she tends to the hero, she embraces his language and traditions. In the Regency period, the English looked down on the Rom (Gypsies.) Nonetheless, Lady Patience cares for everyone, regardless of their cultural background or circumstances. She gives her scant provisions freely to feed the hero’s tribe. Although Gypsies were considered thieves, it is her simple faith that captures his love.
But then a secret from Lady Patience’s past emerges, and her faith is tested. She confronts the secret with an open, accepting heart. However, the hero’s freedom means everything to him, and the heroine’s secret could shatter his heart.
To purchase, clickbooksbylyncote.com.
July 31, 2016
Inspirational Romance Summer Sweepstakes! August 1-8 2016!
Well, here you go. Some fun and some prizes:
All Participating Authors – Aug 2016 – Inspirational Romance Sweepstakes
Carolyne Aarsen
Christy Barritt
Debra Clopton
Valerie Comer
Lyn Cote
Margaret Daley
Juliette Duncan
Lynette Eason
Danica Favorite
Suzanne Woods Fisher
Lily George
Jean C. Gordon
Louise M.Gouge
Winnie Griggs
Leann Harris
Rachel Hauck
Kristen Heitzmann
Liz Isaacson
Jessica Keller
Tamara Leigh
Elizabeth Ludwig
Tracey Lyons
Autumn Macarthur
Julianne MacLean
Barbara McMahon
Judith Miller
Jessica Nelson
Cate Nolan
Allie Pleiter
Tina Radcliffe
Naomi Rawlings
Terri Reed
Martha Rogers
Laura Scott
Virginia Smith
Melissa Tagg
Jan Thompson
Missy Tippens
Carrie Turansky
MaryLu Tyndall
Beth Vogt
Becky Wade
Susan May Warren
Lacy Williams
Kathleen Y’Barbo
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July 24, 2016
Authors Michelle Stimpson & Shundria Riddick Ask: Is He Ready?
Authors Michelle Stimpson and Shundrea Riddick are my guests today. Though Michelle writes Christian romance, this is a non-ficiton title. But I think a great one not only for young woman. Here’s Michelle and Shundria’s checklist for:
Is He Ready to be a Husband?
In ministry to women, I’ve been blessed to meet several Christian sisters who profess to know Him and be actively seeking God but are still unsure of what a godly man looks like. Let me be clear: No man is perfect. Some men are wolves in sheep’s clothing, but I believe that many more just need an opportunity to grow as people and in their relationship with God before they are ready to marry.
To that effect, let me share advice that MANY women have shared with me—clues that he is either is not a godly man or is not ready to be married to one of God’s precious daughters at this time. While we are not in a position to judge a person’s salvation, it is possible to see the “fruit” of the Spirit as clearly outlined in Galatians 5:22. Each of the characteristics below could easily be classified under one or more of these traits.
Let me forewarn you: The tone of the advice is strong because the women who shared the tidbits were adamant in their discussions. Here goes!
How does he talk about people? Does he routinely discuss how silly other people are? Does he speak ill of family members and people who are supposed to be his friends? Is he the only smart person in his version of what happened at work? The love of God is manifest in our love for one another. A man who makes a habit of belittling and fault-finding has not yet realized God’s love for him and is still full of pride. Eventually, his accusatory finger will turn to point at you.
Contrarily, a man who speaks life and goodness into and about others will readily prophesy God’s goodness over every aspect of your marriage. When tough times come, he will speak edifying words that build you both!
Does he routinely lead you or tempt you into sin? A man who is sincerely concerned about your spiritual well-being does not want you to compromise your faith. The love of God does not lead us away from His desires for us. If he’s leading you wrong now, what makes you think he’ll lead you right later?
A husband who loves the Lord seeks to obey Him (John 14:23-24). A wife who trusts in the Lord alongside a husband who honors God can rest in the fact that even when she’s not 100% sure of where her husband is leading, she can trust that God will honor her husband’s decision and her obedience.
Does he initiate conversations about God? Jesus? The Holy Spirit? It would be impossible for your man to know God intimately and not mention Him in conversation with someone else he’s bringing into the inner circle (i.e. you). When the old man dies, the new life is lived through Christ (Galatians 2:20). If the “new man” is silent, this is a red flag.
Why is this important? The man is the head of the household (1 Corinthians 11:3). A man who actively seeks God for guidance will find it (Matthew 7:7). What a blessing it will be to know that your husband is consulting the Master about your marriage!
If he has children already, is he an active part of their lives? A man who does not support his children in every way possible has a character problem; he is not exhibiting the character of God. Such a man is not ready to be married to you or be the godly father you want for your children. Also, don’t fall for the, “I don’t have a lot of time,” excuse, either. If he’s had enough free time to pursue you, he had time to try to keep in touch with his children.
If it’s “in him” to do right by his children and remain respectful to the mother of his child(ren), he understands what it means to hold up his end of an obligation.
Could he support you both financially? A man isn’t ready to be married until he can adequately provide for a wife and possible children. Even if you two decide on a two-income household, the question is still could he provide the basic needs if necessary? God didn’t give Adam a wife until he had a job. Who are we to think we know better than Him?
Do your future husband a favor: Allow him the time he needs to develop the confidence of knowing that he is capable of being a good provider. An able-bodied man who knows he can support his wife and children by the grace of God has fulfilled one of his God-given roles (1 Timothy 5:8). My personal advice to newly married couples is to try not to create a lifestyle that requires two full-time salaries.
How’s his temper? Does he call you outside of your name, curse at you or become almost scary when he’s angry? Is he easily agitated and impatient? These are major red flags. A man whose temper flares easily has a minefield of underlying issues that he needs to deal with before he can even begin to love you like Christ loved the church. He’s not ready to marry anyone, let alone you.
A patient husband can bring peace into an otherwise volatile situation. His calm presence alone de-escalates disagreements and keeps drama out from under your roof. Whether he is patiently teaching your son to tie his shoes or choosing to make a funny comment instead of arguing, his even temper will bless your household for years to come.
What about joy? Is he grumpy? Does he have a good time in the company of friends or family? Does he enjoy a hobby or is he still searching for what makes him happy? A man who is trying to find out what makes him “happy” is not ready to be married because he has yet to realize the Fountain of Life within him. Beware especially if he says you are the source of joy in his life. This is a problem because the joy of the Lord is supposed to be his strength, not you (Nehemiah 8:10). Resist the urge to be his all-in-all. It may be flattering, but you don’t want that burden for life.
A man who is filled with the joy of the Lord may not walk around whistling and smiling all the time, but he can face each day with hope, knowing that Christ will prevail regardless of circumstances. He can roll with the punches in your marriage because his joy is secure in God.
Does he forgive easily? Does he hold a grudge against his father? Does he bring up offenses from the past that he should have released a long time ago? Does he think everyone is out to get him? Is he the type who cuts people off forever when they get on his bad side? Forgiveness is a major factor in any successful marriage. Spouses have to forgive one another on a regular basis and be able to give one another the benefit of the doubt. If the man you’re dating does not know how to forgive, he will build up resentment toward the imperfect, “real” version of you in a short while. He is not ready until he has received forgiveness and gives it freely.
A husband who forgives easily will be your treasure from now until death do you part. After all, he has to put up with you, right? Because he understands how easily Christ forgave him, your husband shares that same heart for you. He will speak the truth in love in an effort to restore whatever the enemy is trying to steal from your marriage.
How well does he communicate? Men and women communicate differently, so this can be a tricky one. But here’s a pretty good test: When you two have a disagreement, is he able to patiently listen to your point of view and is he eager to resolve problems—or at least agree to disagree? A spouse who don’t communicate often has unspoken expectations that you could never fulfill and/or harbors undeclared resentments that you won’t even have the opportunity to rectify until he explodes in destructive communication.
The good news here is that, with effort, your husband can learn how to communicate the goodness in his heart. A wife who knows what her husband desires (and vice versa) is in a much better position to give him what he wants.
Is he generous? Is he a giving person or does he have an “every man for himself” mentality? The Bible tells us that God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten son (John 3:16). A generous, unselfish man who mimics his Heavenly Father will also be a giver. Does he faithfully support the ministries that feed believers through financial means? Generosity can even be see in little things like leaving tips at a meal or a quick donation to kids selling cookies outside the grocery store. Also, consider how he spends his time. Is it all used up on him and his interests/endeavors or does he share his time with those who are in no position to reward him? (Spending time with you doesn’t count because that’s mutually beneficial.) A selfish man is not ready to put his wife and family above his own desires.
A generous heart goes a long way in a marriage! A generous person approaches finances, time, goals, and even sex with a considerate mindset. Quite frankly, wives tell me that it’s just flat-out easier to lavish love on a man who so freely gives of himself.
The bottom line for a godly husband can be summed up in this question: Does he resemble your Heavenly Father? If you don’t see any fruit, it’s probably because there is no root or the root hasn’t grown deep yet. No one will ever love you like your Heavenly Father, but you should at least see some of His characteristics flowing through the man you intend to marry.
Along this same line, if you’re attracted to a man who doesn’t show any fruit, you’re not ready to enter a covenant, either, because no woman of God who understands her value in Christ would sign up to be with someone so far from her Father’s heart. Don’t make excuses for him or for yourself.
Seek God about your future spouse. Just today, I was talking to a newlywed who said to me, “God didn’t say no—so I took that as a ‘yes’.” Ask God to let you know if this person is His best for you and be willing to walk away if the answer is “no.”
Finally, know that a real man of God doesn’t want anything less than a real woman of God. If you have been leading him into temptation, cursing him out, and paying his bills, it’s no wonder you are with someone who’s so out of line. This is the blind leading the blind! Come out of darkness. BE the godly person you want to marry. Surrender to Christ and let His light shine in you. It will repel the ones who are not for you and attract one who is.
THE AUTHORS
Shundria Riddick
Shundria Riddick is a speaker and licensed professional counselor who shares a message of hope and freedom in Christ.
A graduate of Amberton University, Shundria holds a Master’s Degree in Counseling. As a counselor, she loves to connect with individuals and seeks to guide them with Biblical Truth. This desire to walk beside those who are experiencing difficult seasons in their lives has given her a phenomenal ability to disarm any audience. Her passion is to help others grasp the unshakable love of Christ, let go of frustration that comes from trying to live out one’s own plans and experience the beauty of embracing His will.
Like many women, she has a career, an advanced education, and is a successful wife and mother of three school-aged children. And like the typical woman she has juggled all of these things while dealing with the emotional and mental battles of life’s daily issues. God has graciously given her the opportunity to share with women, singles, girls and married couples as they seek to live out their victory in Christ.
Shundria is a wife to her best friend Chris and mother to three wonderful children: Joshua, Elyana and Noah. Visit her online at booksbylyncote.com.
