Phyllis Babrove's Blog, page 22
February 1, 2018
Giveaways
My 3 giveaways will end soon. Don't forget to sign up to win a copy of them.
"When Shadows Linger"
"Envelopes of Hope"
"My Name is Rebecca: A Novelette"
"When Shadows Linger"
"Envelopes of Hope"
"My Name is Rebecca: A Novelette"
January 27, 2018
Giveaway Surprise
Enter my giveaways to win a copy of my books--"Envelopes of Hope," "When Shadows Linger," and "My Name is Rebecca: A Novelette." Each book will include a surprise bookmark.
January 20, 2018
Excerpt from "When Shadows Linger"
"When Shadows Linger" is the story of a young widow, Maggie, and her emotional struggle for a new life. Jason is her late husband.
Lying in bed, Maggie drifted off into a light sleep, dreaming of her wedding day. She had finished dressing and was looking at herself in the mirror. Thinking that she had applied just the right amount of make up and that her hair looked perfect, Maggie turned away. As she did so, something stopped her and she turned back. Standing next to her was Jason and she could see him clearly.
“I came to you today because it’s a special day for you and I want you to be happy, Maggie. I remember how wonderful our wedding was. It was the beginning of a wonderful life for both of us. I don’t expect you to forget our love and don’t want you to. But put our love in a special little corner of your heart and I will always be with you. Be happy with Ben. He seems to be a wonderful person and loves you very much. He’ll take care of you and make you happy for the rest of your lives. I’ll be watching over you but won’t be coming anymore. I’ll always be in that special little corner of your heart where just you and I exist.”
When she wiped away the tears and looked into the mirror, Maggie saw only her own image. Jason was no longer there. As Maggie opened her eyes, she looked around the room. The clock next to the bed said that it was ten-thirty. What a dream, she thought to herself. It was so real that she swore she could still feel Jason’s presence. Sitting up, Maggie saw something on the pillow next to hers’. She picked it up and held it in the palm of her hand. It was a sprig of pink lily of the valley. “Oh Jason,” she whispered. “You really were here.”
Lying in bed, Maggie drifted off into a light sleep, dreaming of her wedding day. She had finished dressing and was looking at herself in the mirror. Thinking that she had applied just the right amount of make up and that her hair looked perfect, Maggie turned away. As she did so, something stopped her and she turned back. Standing next to her was Jason and she could see him clearly.
“I came to you today because it’s a special day for you and I want you to be happy, Maggie. I remember how wonderful our wedding was. It was the beginning of a wonderful life for both of us. I don’t expect you to forget our love and don’t want you to. But put our love in a special little corner of your heart and I will always be with you. Be happy with Ben. He seems to be a wonderful person and loves you very much. He’ll take care of you and make you happy for the rest of your lives. I’ll be watching over you but won’t be coming anymore. I’ll always be in that special little corner of your heart where just you and I exist.”
When she wiped away the tears and looked into the mirror, Maggie saw only her own image. Jason was no longer there. As Maggie opened her eyes, she looked around the room. The clock next to the bed said that it was ten-thirty. What a dream, she thought to herself. It was so real that she swore she could still feel Jason’s presence. Sitting up, Maggie saw something on the pillow next to hers’. She picked it up and held it in the palm of her hand. It was a sprig of pink lily of the valley. “Oh Jason,” she whispered. “You really were here.”
January 19, 2018
Thank You
I want to thank everyone who takes the time to enter one of my giveaways. I wish there could be more winners. I also want to thank those who take the time to leave a review of the book for other readers. I appreciate that very much as I know how busy everyone is.
All 3 of my books are available on Amazon in both e-book and paperback formats.
Thank you again.
Phyllis
All 3 of my books are available on Amazon in both e-book and paperback formats.
Thank you again.
Phyllis
January 9, 2018
A Trio of Giveaways
All three of my books are available to win on the giveaways. "Envelopes of Hope," "When Shadows Linger," and "My Name is Rebecca: A Novelette."
Sign up now. they are also available on Amazon in both paperback and e-book formats.
Sign up now. they are also available on Amazon in both paperback and e-book formats.
January 6, 2018
Giveaway
Win one of 5 copies of my new book, "My Name is Rebecca: A Novelette."
This is the story of a man and his sons who left their home in Russia in the early 1900s to escape religious persecution. Accompany them on their journey to America.
"My Name is Rebecca: A Novelette" is historical fiction. But it is a story that is similar to those of us whose families came to America in search of a better life. It is a story about the importance of family and traditions.
I wrote this novelette as a tribute to families like mine. Included are some of the stories that I heard while growing up. Follow me on my website to learn what those stories were.
mirikalblog.com
Phyllis
This is the story of a man and his sons who left their home in Russia in the early 1900s to escape religious persecution. Accompany them on their journey to America.
"My Name is Rebecca: A Novelette" is historical fiction. But it is a story that is similar to those of us whose families came to America in search of a better life. It is a story about the importance of family and traditions.
I wrote this novelette as a tribute to families like mine. Included are some of the stories that I heard while growing up. Follow me on my website to learn what those stories were.
mirikalblog.com
Phyllis
January 2, 2018
New Year & New Giveaways
Happy New Year! I hope everyone had a wonderful holiday season and will have a great 2018.
Watch for my new giveaways that start Thursday and on January 9th.
Phyllis
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Watch for my new giveaways that start Thursday and on January 9th.
Phyllis
mirikalblog.com
December 21, 2017
Happy Holidays!
I want to wish everyone a wonderful holiday season and Happy 2018.
It has been an exciting year for me. I have been busy with my writing and especially with my promoting.
I am grateful to those who entered my giveaways and hope that they enjoy my books.
I just published my new novelette on Amazon, "My Name is Rebecca: A Novelette." Watch for a giveaway soon.
And an added note--to those who have taken the time to leave a review of my books, thank you for doing that.
Best wishes.
Phyllis
It has been an exciting year for me. I have been busy with my writing and especially with my promoting.
I am grateful to those who entered my giveaways and hope that they enjoy my books.
I just published my new novelette on Amazon, "My Name is Rebecca: A Novelette." Watch for a giveaway soon.
And an added note--to those who have taken the time to leave a review of my books, thank you for doing that.
Best wishes.
Phyllis
December 7, 2017
Coming in 2018
I have been busy completing my next two projects and working on the second novel in the series following "When Shadows Linger." To those of you won a copy in the giveaways and/or added it to your bookshelf to read, I'm hoping to have the second one completed in the next few months.
On January 9th I will publish my second novelette and I think you will like it. Just to give you a hint, it's based on the story of my family coming to this country in the early 1900s, a story that many of us can relate to. So, stay tuned for news about the giveaway and more details.
And while I'm posting this, I have to mention "Envelopes of Hope." As I've mentioned before, the story was inspired by someone in my family who thanked me for not giving up on her. I'm not sure whether or not I revealed that the person is my daughter. I am beyond proud to report that she has been on the right track for almost 21 months. There is a lot to her story and recovery. Maybe a sequel would be a thought? Tell me what you think, either here or on my blog. mirikalblog.com
Take care and have fun getting ready for the holidays.
Phyllis
On January 9th I will publish my second novelette and I think you will like it. Just to give you a hint, it's based on the story of my family coming to this country in the early 1900s, a story that many of us can relate to. So, stay tuned for news about the giveaway and more details.
And while I'm posting this, I have to mention "Envelopes of Hope." As I've mentioned before, the story was inspired by someone in my family who thanked me for not giving up on her. I'm not sure whether or not I revealed that the person is my daughter. I am beyond proud to report that she has been on the right track for almost 21 months. There is a lot to her story and recovery. Maybe a sequel would be a thought? Tell me what you think, either here or on my blog. mirikalblog.com
Take care and have fun getting ready for the holidays.
Phyllis
December 3, 2017
Thank You
I want to thank the many people who entered my giveaways this year. As a new author, it has meant a lot to me. And congratulations to those who won.
I also want to thank those who took the time to do a review. I know that everyone is busy these days and I appreciate it when you take the time to let others (and me) know what you think.
Happy Holidays to everyone! I hope you have a wonderful and healthy 2018.
Phyllis
"Envelopes of Hope" and "When Shadows Linger" are available on Amazon in e-book and paperback formats. Both will make wonderful gifts for the readers on your list. They are about hope, love, family and inspiration. Perfect for the holidays!
Follow me on Facebook and on my blog.
mirikalblog.com
I also want to thank those who took the time to do a review. I know that everyone is busy these days and I appreciate it when you take the time to let others (and me) know what you think.
Happy Holidays to everyone! I hope you have a wonderful and healthy 2018.
Phyllis
"Envelopes of Hope" and "When Shadows Linger" are available on Amazon in e-book and paperback formats. Both will make wonderful gifts for the readers on your list. They are about hope, love, family and inspiration. Perfect for the holidays!
Follow me on Facebook and on my blog.
mirikalblog.com
