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July 6, 2014
Book Monday: Am Reading
Hey everyone!
Unfortunately, I don't have a book review for you today. I am, however, going to have a book-related post for you on Friday, so you can look forward to that.
Right now I am reading Caught in the Middle by Regina Jennings.
What are you reading?
Unfortunately, I don't have a book review for you today. I am, however, going to have a book-related post for you on Friday, so you can look forward to that.
Right now I am reading Caught in the Middle by Regina Jennings.
What are you reading?
July 3, 2014
Catch Up Friday: This Week
Hey everyone!This week was a pretty uneventful week for me--which is nice for a change! I did, however, start work on my third novel in Swept to Sea's trilogy, and have announced it's working title: "Tossed Together." What do you think of my new title?
I have been making character profiles so I have all of my characters' information in one easy place. I've been using this book to help me along the way as I do at the beginning of each book!
July 2, 2014
Music Thursday: A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder
The Tony Awards are always my favorite awards show of the entire year. It's just the best! So, I have decided to share one of my favorite performances during this year's show. I have never seen this musical or really known much about it until the Tonys, but this song was pretty entertaining! Here is "I've Decided to Marry You" from A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder.
July 1, 2014
Bible Verse Wednesday: His Unfailing Love
The Lord delights in those who fear him,who put their hope in his unfailing love.Psalm 147:11
June 29, 2014
Book Monday: Notes on Swept to Sea
I didn't get a chance to write a review for you today because all of last week I was reading my own Swept to Sea.Now, I know that could sound weird. Why would I be reading my own book? Well, I was reading it to take notes. See, I don't want to mess anything up in the sequel! So, I went through the entire book and took notes on the characteristics and traits and statements of the main characters in the next book, Ivy and Gage.
Today I will give you some of the notes I took! I thought it would be fun for you to see how I'm doing this.
Ivy cares about Rutger's status as earl.is the "mother" of the triolikes to weigh possibilities before actingface turns red when she liesvery prone to seasicknesshas reoccurring nightmares
Gage
uses slang like "cap'n."always has something to be joyful forreliablelikes to jokelikes to talksometimes feels like an idiot around womenThese are just some notes I took. If you have read Swept to Sea, what did you think of these characters?
June 26, 2014
Catch Up Friday: Signed Copies of Swept to Sea Are Available and I Am Expanding My Street Team!
Hey everyone! I am super excited to tell you that I am now offering signed copies of Swept to Sea.
These will cost $18...this includes shipping, handling, and envelope cost.
I am really excited for this! To learn more about this, click the tab at the top of this page or look here.
Second, I am expanding my street team and I want you to join!
What will you do?
As a member of my street team, you will be asked to do (at least) three of these things every six months: write a review of my book, share reviews of my book, write a blog post related to my book, interview me on a blog, share statuses, create statuses, talk to friends about my book, or hand out postcards. These are just some suggestions. There are many more things you could do.
What will you get in return?
You get to be a member of my elite team, "Heather's Book Lubbers." You will get to read some things before anybody else does, be the first to know new things related to my writing, and be part of a fun community. Also, those who complete their three tasks after six months will be entered to win a prize. Some of these include: a signed paperback of Swept to Sea, gift cards, or other books.
How do you join?
Comment here or email me at heathermanningauthor@gmail.com ! I would love for more people to join.
These will cost $18...this includes shipping, handling, and envelope cost.
I am really excited for this! To learn more about this, click the tab at the top of this page or look here.
Second, I am expanding my street team and I want you to join!
What will you do?
As a member of my street team, you will be asked to do (at least) three of these things every six months: write a review of my book, share reviews of my book, write a blog post related to my book, interview me on a blog, share statuses, create statuses, talk to friends about my book, or hand out postcards. These are just some suggestions. There are many more things you could do.
What will you get in return?
You get to be a member of my elite team, "Heather's Book Lubbers." You will get to read some things before anybody else does, be the first to know new things related to my writing, and be part of a fun community. Also, those who complete their three tasks after six months will be entered to win a prize. Some of these include: a signed paperback of Swept to Sea, gift cards, or other books.
How do you join?
Comment here or email me at heathermanningauthor@gmail.com ! I would love for more people to join.
Music Thursday: Friendship
Hey everyone! Happy Thursday!
Here is the song "Friendship" from Anything Goes. Did you know Mickey Mouse has sung this song before?
June 24, 2014
Bible Verse Wednesday: He Saved Us
He saved us, not because of righteous things we had done, but because of his mercy. He saved us through the washing of rebirth and renewal by the Holy Spirit.Titus 3:5
June 23, 2014
My Kansas City Live Interview
Hey everyone!
I was interviewed on Kansas City Live this morning, a local TV show. I had an absolutely amazing time. I'll write more about it in Friday's post, but until then, here is the video.
I was interviewed on Kansas City Live this morning, a local TV show. I had an absolutely amazing time. I'll write more about it in Friday's post, but until then, here is the video.
June 22, 2014
Book Monday: Meant to Be Mine
Hey everyone! Today I am going to be on TV! I'm so excited. :D
Anyway, I have a review for you of Meant to Be Mine by Becky Wade. I had the privilege of attending a class led by Becky via Skype a few weeks ago at my local ACFW chapter.
Here's a little about the book:
"Ty Porter has always been irresistible to Celia Park. All through high school--irresistible. When their paths cross again after college--still irresistible. This time, though, Ty seems to feel exactly the same way about Celia. Their whirlwind romance deposits them at a street-corner Las Vegas wedding chapel.
The next morning they wake to a marriage certificate and a dose of cold reality. Celia's ready to be Ty's wife, but Ty's not ready to be her husband. He's a professional bull rider, he lives on the road, and he's long planned to settle down with the hometown girl he's known since childhood.
Five and a half years pass. Celia's buried her dreams so that she can afford to raise her daughter. Ty's achieved all of his goals. Or thought he had, until he looks again into the eyes of the woman he couldn't forget and into the face of the child he never knew he had.
How much will Ty sacrifice to win back Celia's trust and prove to her that their spontaneous marriage can still become the love of a lifetime?"
My Thoughts:The Idea:Okay if you know me, you know I don't read contemporary. But Becky Wade writes contemporary, and because I love this story so much, I plan to read all her others!I really loved this. Ty and Celia have been married for five and a half years, and they haven't seen each other in as long. Celia has hidden their daughter from Ty and fully intends to never see him again, but Ty has plans to fix their marriage.
The Characters:I really loved the characters! They were so well done. Celia is a single mother, working hard to make a comfortable life for her daughter. She long ago gave up her dreams of owning a bakery/ coffee house. She was spunky and very relatable. Ty has seen much success as a bull rider. But when he finds out about his long-lost daughter, he is determined to become the father he has never been.
The Plot:This plot definitely kept moving! This book is actually pretty long, but it kept me reading and it never felt long as I was reading.
The Setting:It was set in Oregon and Texas, and I really loved the feel of the small Texas town the second half was set in. Loved it.
Overall:A very good read!
About the Author:Becky Wade is a graduate of Baylor University. As a newlywed, she lived for three years in a home overlooking the turquoise waters of the Caribbean, as well as in Australia, before returning to the States. A mom of three young children, Becky and her family now live in Dallas, Texas. Learn more at www.beckywade.com.
Anyway, I have a review for you of Meant to Be Mine by Becky Wade. I had the privilege of attending a class led by Becky via Skype a few weeks ago at my local ACFW chapter.
Here's a little about the book:
"Ty Porter has always been irresistible to Celia Park. All through high school--irresistible. When their paths cross again after college--still irresistible. This time, though, Ty seems to feel exactly the same way about Celia. Their whirlwind romance deposits them at a street-corner Las Vegas wedding chapel.
The next morning they wake to a marriage certificate and a dose of cold reality. Celia's ready to be Ty's wife, but Ty's not ready to be her husband. He's a professional bull rider, he lives on the road, and he's long planned to settle down with the hometown girl he's known since childhood.
Five and a half years pass. Celia's buried her dreams so that she can afford to raise her daughter. Ty's achieved all of his goals. Or thought he had, until he looks again into the eyes of the woman he couldn't forget and into the face of the child he never knew he had.
How much will Ty sacrifice to win back Celia's trust and prove to her that their spontaneous marriage can still become the love of a lifetime?"
My Thoughts:The Idea:Okay if you know me, you know I don't read contemporary. But Becky Wade writes contemporary, and because I love this story so much, I plan to read all her others!I really loved this. Ty and Celia have been married for five and a half years, and they haven't seen each other in as long. Celia has hidden their daughter from Ty and fully intends to never see him again, but Ty has plans to fix their marriage.
The Characters:I really loved the characters! They were so well done. Celia is a single mother, working hard to make a comfortable life for her daughter. She long ago gave up her dreams of owning a bakery/ coffee house. She was spunky and very relatable. Ty has seen much success as a bull rider. But when he finds out about his long-lost daughter, he is determined to become the father he has never been.
The Plot:This plot definitely kept moving! This book is actually pretty long, but it kept me reading and it never felt long as I was reading.
The Setting:It was set in Oregon and Texas, and I really loved the feel of the small Texas town the second half was set in. Loved it.
Overall:A very good read!
About the Author:Becky Wade is a graduate of Baylor University. As a newlywed, she lived for three years in a home overlooking the turquoise waters of the Caribbean, as well as in Australia, before returning to the States. A mom of three young children, Becky and her family now live in Dallas, Texas. Learn more at www.beckywade.com.
