Beth Wiseman's Blog, page 11
May 31, 2016
Beth recommends: Cleo, The Cat Who Mended a Family by Helen Brown
I’ve been busy judging writing contests, so I haven’t been reading for leisure much lately. But I love sharing about good books, so I dug around until I found a favorite that I could pass along to you. Cleo, The Cat Who Mended a Family by Helen Brown is still memorable to me after reading it several years ago. There’s a big black cat on the cover, but you don’t have to be a cat lover to enjoy this story, which is rich in heart, wisdom, wit, and healing. Check out the synopsis and see if this is for you. I really enjoyed it. And if you are a cat or pet lover, it will be an even more endearing story.
The scoop on Message in a Bottle + Giveaway!
What have I been working on? Blog posts! Lots of blog posts coming this month and next. If you’d like to learn more about me and my upcoming release, Message In A Bottle, check out one—or all—of the sites listed below. Each Surf’s Up novella takes readers to a different beach, where romance and mystery swirl and collide into a fun read for any season.
Much thanks to these lovely authors who have granted me guest appearances:
June 8 – http://sarahruut.com/
June 14 – http://kathyharrisbooks.com/blog/
June 17 – http://gailpallotta.blogspot.com/
June 19 – http://www.publishersmarketplace.com/members/booksnreviews/
June 28 – https://allbettsareoff.wordpress.com/ (of interest to authors)
June 29 – http://seriouslywrite.blogspot.com/
June 30 – https://allbettsareoff.wordpress.com/ (of interest to readers)
July 4 – http://junefoster.com/?page_id=855
July 11 – http://lenanelsondooley.blogspot.com/
Whew!
On July 1st, I will send a digital copy of Message In A Bottle to five randomly selected readers who submit comments to this blog post. And, if you go to the above guest blog posts, you’ll find there are more opportunities to win a digital copy. Good luck!
Congrats to April and May giveaway winners
The answer to April’s trivia question is: #2. Hyam’s Beach on the eastern shore of Australia, which has the whitest sand in the world!
Contest winners are… (drumroll, please)
Theresa N. and Brenda V.
Congratulations!! You both win a signed copy of A Tide Worth Turning! My apologies for the tardiness of this announcement.
May
May trivia contest: In the book Rooted In Love by Beth Wiseman, Rosemary is living with her widowed father, Wayne Lantz.
Charlotte L. and Alisha W.
If you’re a winner, please send your mailing address to author@BethWiseman.com. I’ll send your signed copies right away. Congratulations!!
May 4, 2016
Trivia giveaway!
We’re giving away two copies of An Amish Year! For a chance to win one of two signed copies, post the answer to this trivia question in the comments below.
In the novella Rooted In Love by Beth Wiseman, Rosemary is living with her widowed father. What is the father’s name?
And the answer to last month’s trivia question is… Hyamn’s Beach on the eastern shore of Australia, which has the whitest sand in the world. Congratulations to the winners!
Signed paperbacks on sale
Signed copies of An Amish Miracle are on sale for $7.99 (while supply lasts)!
While you’re there, browse around to see specials on more of Beth’s signed books: https://gumroad.com/bethwiseman
Beth Recommends: Richard Paul Evans
Each month I try to recommend a book I’ve recently read. Since I’ve been trying to read the same book for about 2 months now and haven’t made much progress, this month, I’d like to recommend an author.
Richard Paul Evans has been a favorite of mine for years. And he has too many books I have loved to choose just one. Here is his Amazon author page—check out his titles. He is a gifted author!
Message In A Bottle now available for pre-order
I’m so thankful to readers for the positive feedback that I received about A Tide Worth Turning. I’ve decided to continue with this theme — ‘Surf’s Up’ novellas. Each short story will take place at a beach. I don’t want to say where A Message In A Bottle takes place, but I’ll give you a hint: ALOHA!
March 31, 2016
Win one of two signed copies of A Tide Worth Turning
Enter for your chance to win one of 2 signed copies of A Tide Worth Turning by Beth Wiseman if you correctly answer:
Which of the following 7 colorful beaches do the characters in A Tide Worth Turning visit?
1. Punalu’u (Black Sand Beach), Hawaii: Another beach boasting jet black sand, the sand here was formed when molten lava from two nearby active volcanoes (Mauna Loa and Kilauea) flowed into the water, cooled, and broke into fragments that washed ashore.
2. Hyams beach, New South Wales, Australia: This beach holds the Guinness World Record for the whitest sand in the world making it a definite must-visit spot.
3. Pfeiffer Beach, California: The interesting thing about this beach is the violet and dark purple colours from manganese garnet crystals that have washed down from the surrounding rocks.
4. Red Sands Shore, Prince Edward Island, Canada: As the name suggests, half of Prince Edward Island’s coastline features red sand. Definitely a great backdrop for that Instagram selfie.
5. Muriwai Beach, Auckland, New Zealand: Ever wanted to see what a black beach looks like? Then head on to Muriwai beach where the sand is black and sparkly. It is also home to New Zealand’s largest colony of Gannet birds.
6. Porto Ferro, Sardinia, Italy: This sand is a mix of orange limestone, crushed shells, and volcanic deposits to make for a nice orange hue, contrasting starkly with the blue waters.
7. Pink Sands Beach, Harbour Islands, Bahamas: Another beach boasting jet black sand, the sand here was formed when molten lava from two nearby active volcanoes (Mauna Loa and Kilauea) flowed into the water, cooled, and broke into fragments that washed ashore.
Leave your answer in the comments below! Winners will be determined by Random.org from all correct answers posted here.
Beth’s current work-in-progress
Beth’s current work-in-progress is a yet untitled novella for the collection An Amish Home, with 3 other immensely talented Amish Romance authors: Amy Clipston, Ruth Reid, and Kathleen Fuller.
And then, I move on to writing Book #3 in the Amish Secrets series. And of course, there’s editing, more editing, and promotional interviews for my recently completed books. A writer’s life is never dull.
New novella collection! An Amish Harvest is now available for pre-order
Beth’s latest work, a novella collection called An Amish Harvest, is coming out on August 16, 2016! It includes four novellas by Beth Wiseman, Kathleen Fuller, Amy Clipston, and Vannetta Chapman. Pre-order your copy today!
An Amish Harvest$8.99 ebook, $15.99 paperback
Authors: Vannetta Chapman, Kathleen Fuller, Beth Wiseman, Amy Clipston
Genre: Amish Fiction
Length: Novella collection
Publication Year: August 16, 2016
ASIN: 052911853X
Faith, hope, and love remain forever in season in this collection of four richly absorbing novellas set amidst the wonder of an Amish autumn.
Overview
Under the Harvest Moon by Beth WisemanWhen Naomi Dienner is suddenly widowed, she never expects to find love again . . . until she meets Brock Mulligan, an English family friend hired at harvest time. As a sinister presence begins to threaten Naomi, Brock seeks to prove himself trustworthy while struggling with growing feelings for Naomi and her children. Will God open Naomi’s heart—and give Brock his own second chance at love?
Love and Buggy Rides by Amy Clipston
Janie Lantz is a cashier at Lancaster Souvenirs and Buggy Rides, where Jonathan Stoltfuz is a buggy driver. A frightening accident brings Janie and Jonathan together in a blossoming friendship, yet daunting obstacles stand between them and something deeper. Can love kindle into flames that burn away fear and regret—and lead them to a life together?
Mischief in the Autumn Air by Vannetta Chapman
When items start going above market value at his auction house, Eli Wittmer is first thrilled, and then puzzled. But when the house is broken into, Eli and his new bookkeeper, Martha Beiler track down a trail of clues. Will they solve the mystery before the fall festival ends—and discover an unexpected new love?
A Quiet Love by Kathleen Fuller
Dinah Hochstetler, quiet and bookish, longs for marriage but hides in her shyness. Amos Mullett, a simple farmer, knows he’s different but aches for a loving wife. As Dinah and Amos navigate a budding romance, will the power of love—and the blessing of God—be enough to overcome their doubters?
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