Pam Crooks's Blog, page 205

Congrats to Shanna’s Winner

Congratulations to Sharon Sparks! She is today’s winner! And a big thank you to all who shared their favorite summer treats (yum!) as well as so many lovely memories!

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Strawberry Shortcake

Growing up, we always had an abundance of strawberries during the summer months. My mom made strawberry shortcake at least once a week. Now, I know everyone has their own take on what “shortcake” should mean. Some people like to use biscuits. Others a sponge cake. Some might go for angel food cake. For me, ... Read more

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Where Did Those Old Phrases Originate?

If you’ve ever read any of my books, you know I use a lot of common phrases. Some I grew up with, having heard my parents or other relatives say so I tend to use them because they’re as natural as breathing. I think they add a lot of flavor to my stories. I sure ... Read more

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Life without Cows

My Cowboy retired. He did it a year ago, January 1st, 2020. A year that will live in infamy. We have BIG PLANS. Travel. See the kids. Oh, who knows what all. And then Covid And he sat and he sat all that long, long cold year. Looking at cattle that weren’t his, oh dear. ... Read more

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Caryl McAdoo Has a Winner!

Thank you for visiting, Miss Caryl! We had a great time with you. Now for the random drawing……. And the Winner is………… JOYE I. Yippee! Huge congrats, Joye! Watch for Miss Caryl’s email and check your Spam if you don’t see it. For all things western, keep your eyes on Petticoats and Pistols!

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OREGON FEVER / The Great Migration of 1843 & Giveaway

Oregon fever had gripped the county for years. Lewis and Clark accounts started it then others fueled the flames with claims of fertile soil and a temperate climate. Books were written and Congressmen and Senators proposed legislation offering free land in Oregon that finally passed in 1850. But a fly called The Rockies flew into ... Read more

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Winnie’s Winner

A big thank you to everyone who stopped by to tell me about their train adventures on Monday. The winners of their chaice of any of my backlist books are: February Jones Linda Klager Congratulations to both of you. Just check out my list of books (https://www.winniegriggs.com/booklist... ), then contact me via my website with ... Read more

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Pam’s Winner!

   . . . is Julie Butler!   Thanks to all who joined me for National Apple Pie Day – cowboy style!   Julie, I’ll contact you for your ebook copy of UNTAMED COWBOY!   (Winner chosen by random.org)

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A Cowboy is an Appetite Ridin’ a Horse – by Pam Crooks

Almost all of my western romances revolve around cattle or cattle drives, one way or another.  Having grown up in western Nebraska, cattle were everywhere, a common sight along the interstate or highway.  Roll down the car window and get a whiff?  Ah, we used to say.  Smell that money. But cattle need cowboys.  And ... Read more

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Winner! Winner! For Karen Kay’s Paperback Copy of THE ANGEL AND THE WARRIOR

Howdy! My husband and I held a drawing and the winner of the Paperback Copy of THE ANGEL AND THE WARRIOR is: Misty Hobson Congratulations Misty!  I will need a physical address from you to send the book to.  Please write to me at karenkay(dot)author(at)startmail(dot)com.  Again, Congratulations! Thank you from the bottom of my heart ... Read more

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