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55 Contemporary Christian Romance Books – No strings attached

Have you been reading more, in this time of social distancing?  I hope you are.  Social media is full of panic and forebodings. Even Christians, with our faith in a God who loves and protects us, can be alarmed by the news. We need words of encouragement, uplifting stories to brighten our days. Right now, many Christian authors are offering their Kindle books free, just to bless readers in this time of uncertainty.  Take this opportunity to fill up your e-reader with good books that glorify God. Most of these books will only be free for a few days, so be sure to check the price before you order them! I scanned the listings and reviews to make sure they Read More

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ACFW Christian Fiction ~ New Releases ~ March 2020

March 2020 New Releases Do you enjoy Christian Fiction?  Check out these new books from American Christian Fiction Writers  (ACFW) members!  More in-depth descriptions of these ACFW Christian Fiction books can be found at   Fiction Finder –   a searchable website for the best in ACFW Christian Fiction of every genre. Contemporary Romance: Love & Liberty by Elsie Davis — A New Hampshire firefighter and an Audubon Society member go head to head when his work involving controlled forest fires threatens a rumored eagle nest. (Contemporary Romance from Sweet Promise Press) Formula for a Perfect Life by Christy Hayes — College senior Kayla Cummings’ dreams are crushed by an unplanned pregnancy after a one-night stand with her secret crush. When she Read More

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We Love Our Readers! A Celebrate Lit Giveaway Event

Don’t miss this opportunity to win one of two great prizes: a $100 Amazon gift card or a 42-book library of Christian fiction and nonfiction.  My book, Baggage Claim, is included in the second annual We Love Our Readers Giveaway Event with a collection that includes some of my personal favorite authors! The giveaway ends on February 16th, so don’t delay! Click on the image to enter the giveaway.   We Love Our Readers     Marriage Matters by Cheri Swalwell Mud River Weddings by Emily Yager Trouble in the Ruins by C.L. Smith Maybe Now by Dionne Grace When Valleys Bloom Again by Pat Jeanne Davis These Are the Days of My Life by Deb Haggerty Experiencing God’s Love in Read More

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ACFW Christian Fiction ~ New Releases ~ Feb 2020

February 2020 New Releases Do you enjoy Christian Fiction?  Check out these new books from American Christian Fiction Writers  (ACFW) members!  More in-depth descriptions of these ACFW Christian Fiction books can be found at   Fiction Finder –   a searchable website for the best in ACFW Christian Fiction of every genre. Contemporary Romance: Hands of Grace by Brenda S. Anderson — She’s always looked for love in the wrong places. He wants nothing to do with love. (Contemporary Romance, Independently Published) Desert Willow by Patricia Beal — A stubborn ballerina and a charming young officer are brought together by an old woman’s dying wish and last love letter. (Contemporary Romance from Lighthouse Publishing of the Carolinas) A Gift to Cherish by Read More

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ACFW Christian Fiction ~ New Releases ~ Jan 2020

January 2020 New Releases Do you enjoy ACFW Christian Fiction?  Check out Fiction Finder – a searchable website for the best in ACFW Christian Fiction of every genre. More in-depth descriptions of these ACFW Christian Fiction books can be found on the ACFW Fiction Finder. Contemporary Romance A Rancher to Trust by Laurel Blount — After an embarrassing failure, a prodigal retreats to a secluded cabin in backwoods Missouri where he encounters an intriguing young woman and an old guitar. When the message in the music touches his heart, will he make it home in time for Christmas? (Contemporary Romance from Love Inspired (Harlequin)) Star Rising by Janet W. Ferguson — Star Youngblood tries to protect her employer, Mrs. Priscilla Read More

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Is There a Quilter on Your Christmas List?

I’ve enjoyed writing the traditions of my own Swedish heritage into my Glory Quilts books. My fictional Anderson family are descendants of immigrant farmers in central Minnesota – just like my own family! Throughout the series, Great-aunt Violet – spinster, quilter, and genealogist – chronicles the family history in a series of quilts. There’s plenty of laughter and fun and romance in these books, along with a multi-generational mystery that dates back to before World War II. And romance, too, of course! To make it even better, there are QUILTS!  In each of the Glory Quilts books, the heroine and Aunt Violet make a quilt together. Those quilts are featured on the cover of the books, and you can get Read More

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ACFW Christian Fiction ~ New Releases ~ Dec 2019

December 2019 New Releases Do you enjoy ACFW Christian Fiction?  Check out Fiction Finder – a searchable website for the best in ACFW Christian Fiction of every genre. More in-depth descriptions of these ACFW Christian Fiction books can be found on the ACFW Fiction Finder   Contemporary Romance Stranded for the Holidays by Lisa Carter — Running away led her right where she belonged. A new mom for Christmas? She’s everything they’ve wished for. Runaway bride AnnaBeth Cummings needs shelter for the holidays when a blizzard leaves her stranded, and rancher Jonas Stone’s happy to help. But his son’s been wishing for a mommy for Christmas, and town matchmakers are convinced Annabeth and Jonas are perfect for each other. As Read More

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Smoke Screen by Terri Blackstock – a review

Smoke Screen ~ A New Story from a Favorite Author! I heard a writing teacher say once that it’s much harder to write a truly good character than to write a flawed one. She said that readers would dislike the “perfect” people. I thought I’d feel that way about the hero of Smoke Screen. After Nate nobly saved an entire family (and their dog) from their burning home, then worried more about his team than about his own injuries, he was looking a little too good to be true. Ho hum. But then the the author did her trademark thing: she made his life messy. She gave him a very complicated family. She gave him a bad reputation.  Now, he Read More

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ACFW Christian Fiction ~ New Releases ~ Oct 2019

October 2019 New Releases Do you enjoy ACFW Christian Fiction?  Check out Fiction Finder – a searchable website for the best in ACFW Christian Fiction of every genre. More in-depth descriptions of these ACFW Christian Fiction books can be found on the ACFW Fiction Finder website. Biblical Fiction: Lioness: Mahlah’s Journey by Barbara M. Britton — To keep her orphaned sisters together, Mahlah must seek what has never been granted to girls, an inheritance of God’s Promised Land. (Biblical from Harbourlight Books [Pelican]) Contemporary Romance: Hiding from Christmas by Alice K. Arenz — No matter how hard she tries, Maddie Kelley can’t seem to fit in at Ornamental, a company founded by her great grandfather and his best friend. Now, Read More

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ACFW Christian Fiction ~ New Releases ~ Sept 2019

September 2019 New Releases Do you enjoy ACFW Christian Fiction?  Check out Fiction Finder – a searchable website for the best in ACFW Christian Fiction of every genre. More in-depth descriptions of these ACFW Christian Fiction books can be found on the ACFW Fiction Finder website. Contemporary Romance: Reunited in the Rockies by Mindy Obenhaus — For widow Kayla Bradshaw, restoring a historic Colorado hotel means a better life for her and her soon-to-arrive baby. But she needs construction help from Jude Stephens, the love she lost through a misunderstanding. Working with Kayla, the police officer finds himself forgiving her—and longing to rebuild her shattered confidence. But can they trust each other enough to forge a future together? (Contemporary Romance Read More

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