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November 9, 2012
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Please come read my big praise report on www.writergetsreal.blogspot.com today :)
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November 8, 2012
Fall fun
Take this fall fun quiz here: http://www.blogthings.com/whatpumpkin...
My results: (Yeah pretty much....)
PUMPKIN LATTE (mmmmm)
You are energetic and fun loving. You get into the spirit of every season, but fall is definitely your favorite time. You are excited for the change of seasons, and you love the spirit and togetherness it brings. You love to do everything related to fall - whether it's celebrating Halloween and Thanksgiving or going to check out the changing leaves.You truly immerse yourself in the season. You always miss autumn when it's gone, but you make the most of it while it's here.
What'd you get? Yay for Autumn!!!
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My results: (Yeah pretty much....)
PUMPKIN LATTE (mmmmm)
You are energetic and fun loving. You get into the spirit of every season, but fall is definitely your favorite time. You are excited for the change of seasons, and you love the spirit and togetherness it brings. You love to do everything related to fall - whether it's celebrating Halloween and Thanksgiving or going to check out the changing leaves.You truly immerse yourself in the season. You always miss autumn when it's gone, but you make the most of it while it's here.
What'd you get? Yay for Autumn!!!
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November 7, 2012
Another winner from Bethany House
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About Courting Cate: When This Couple Gets to Courting, Sparks Will Fly!In Paradise, Pennsylvania, Cate Miller is known more for her sharp tongue and fiery temper than her striking appearance. Her sweet and flirty sister, Betsy, on the other hand, seems to have attracted most of the bachelors in Lancaster County!But the sisters' wealthy father has made one hard-and-fast rule: older Cate must marry first, before younger Betsy can even start courting. Unfortunately, untamable Cate has driven away every suitor-until Pete Treger comes to town, that is.Prodded by the men of the area, Pete turns his attention to winning Cate's hand. But is his interest true or is there a scheme at play?
Book 1 in The Courtships of Lancaster County series. Link to buy the book: http://ow.ly/eSNfb
Meet Leslie:
Leslie Gould is the co-author, with Mindy Starns Clark, of the #1 bestselling The Amish Midwife and The Amish Nanny. She is also the author of numerous novels, including Garden of Dreams, Beyond the Blue (winner of the Romantic Times Reviewers' Choice for Best Inspirational Novel, 2006), and Scrap Everything. She holds an MFA in creative writing from Portland State University and has taught fiction writing at Multnomah University as an adjunct professor. She resides with her husband and four children in Portland, Oregon. Learn more at www.lesliegould.com.
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Landing page: http://litfusegroup.com/author/LGouldMy review:
This was like an Amish version of the movie 10 Things I Hate About You ;) Remember that teen flick? hehe. Anyway, this was a really fun, insightful read that reveals a lot about a culture many of us still view as a mystery. I admit I haven't been a huge fan of Amish fiction in the past but my thoughts there are changing, especially after novels like this one! :)
Leslie's fresh, realistic writing style, and her whimsical, intriguing dialogue make this a fast read! So give it a try - you won't be disappointed!
**I received this book for free from the publisher in exchange for an honest review **
BUT WAIT - there's more :)
Kindle Fire Giveaway from @LeslieGould! RSVP for Facebook Party {11/20}POST CODE:
A retelling of the Taming of the Shrew! Leslie Gould is celebrating the release of Courting Cate with a fun Kindle Fire Giveaway and a Facebook Author Chat Party (11/20)!
One lucky winner will receive:
A Kindle Fire
Courting Cate by Leslie Gould
Enter today by clicking one of the icons below. But hurry, the giveaway ends on November 19th. Winner will be announced at the "Courting Cate" Author Chat Facebook Party on 11/20 . Connect with Leslie, get a sneak peek of her next book, try your hand at an Amish trivia contest, and chat with readers just like you. There will also be gift certificates, books and a Book Club Prize Pack to be won (10 copies for your book club or small group)!
So grab your copy of Courting Cate and join Leslie on the evening of the November 20th for a chance to connect with Leslie and make some new friends. (If you haven't read the book - don't let that stop you from coming!)
Don't miss a moment of the fun, RSVP today. Tell your friends via FACEBOOK or TWITTER and increase your chances of winning. Hope to see you on the 20th!
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About Courting Cate: When This Couple Gets to Courting, Sparks Will Fly!In Paradise, Pennsylvania, Cate Miller is known more for her sharp tongue and fiery temper than her striking appearance. Her sweet and flirty sister, Betsy, on the other hand, seems to have attracted most of the bachelors in Lancaster County!But the sisters' wealthy father has made one hard-and-fast rule: older Cate must marry first, before younger Betsy can even start courting. Unfortunately, untamable Cate has driven away every suitor-until Pete Treger comes to town, that is.Prodded by the men of the area, Pete turns his attention to winning Cate's hand. But is his interest true or is there a scheme at play?
Book 1 in The Courtships of Lancaster County series. Link to buy the book: http://ow.ly/eSNfb
Meet Leslie:
Leslie Gould is the co-author, with Mindy Starns Clark, of the #1 bestselling The Amish Midwife and The Amish Nanny. She is also the author of numerous novels, including Garden of Dreams, Beyond the Blue (winner of the Romantic Times Reviewers' Choice for Best Inspirational Novel, 2006), and Scrap Everything. She holds an MFA in creative writing from Portland State University and has taught fiction writing at Multnomah University as an adjunct professor. She resides with her husband and four children in Portland, Oregon. Learn more at www.lesliegould.com.
Blog Tour Schedule
Landing page: http://litfusegroup.com/author/LGouldMy review:
This was like an Amish version of the movie 10 Things I Hate About You ;) Remember that teen flick? hehe. Anyway, this was a really fun, insightful read that reveals a lot about a culture many of us still view as a mystery. I admit I haven't been a huge fan of Amish fiction in the past but my thoughts there are changing, especially after novels like this one! :)
Leslie's fresh, realistic writing style, and her whimsical, intriguing dialogue make this a fast read! So give it a try - you won't be disappointed!
**I received this book for free from the publisher in exchange for an honest review **
BUT WAIT - there's more :)
Kindle Fire Giveaway from @LeslieGould! RSVP for Facebook Party {11/20}POST CODE:
A retelling of the Taming of the Shrew! Leslie Gould is celebrating the release of Courting Cate with a fun Kindle Fire Giveaway and a Facebook Author Chat Party (11/20)!
One lucky winner will receive:
A Kindle Fire
Courting Cate by Leslie Gould
Enter today by clicking one of the icons below. But hurry, the giveaway ends on November 19th. Winner will be announced at the "Courting Cate" Author Chat Facebook Party on 11/20 . Connect with Leslie, get a sneak peek of her next book, try your hand at an Amish trivia contest, and chat with readers just like you. There will also be gift certificates, books and a Book Club Prize Pack to be won (10 copies for your book club or small group)!
So grab your copy of Courting Cate and join Leslie on the evening of the November 20th for a chance to connect with Leslie and make some new friends. (If you haven't read the book - don't let that stop you from coming!)
Don't miss a moment of the fun, RSVP today. Tell your friends via FACEBOOK or TWITTER and increase your chances of winning. Hope to see you on the 20th!
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November 6, 2012
A day in the life of...
In case you were wondering...
This is the life of an author - I sit down to finally write today after voting, grocery shopping, preparing a crock pot dinner, and playing outside with Little Miss, and realize I've lost my thumb drive.
After a half hour or more of mass panic, desperate searching, frantic phone calls, name calling (about myself) and Little Miss following me around speaking gloom ("I think its gone forever Mama")
I finally find it in a random pocket of my purse. I look up in glee only to see Little Miss holding a glow-in-the-dark bracelet, purple sparkle gel smeared across forehead and clumped over her lip like a little Hitler mustache, standing atop glowing carpet. "Mama I think there's a leak."
Why yes. I concur.
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This is the life of an author - I sit down to finally write today after voting, grocery shopping, preparing a crock pot dinner, and playing outside with Little Miss, and realize I've lost my thumb drive.
After a half hour or more of mass panic, desperate searching, frantic phone calls, name calling (about myself) and Little Miss following me around speaking gloom ("I think its gone forever Mama")
I finally find it in a random pocket of my purse. I look up in glee only to see Little Miss holding a glow-in-the-dark bracelet, purple sparkle gel smeared across forehead and clumped over her lip like a little Hitler mustache, standing atop glowing carpet. "Mama I think there's a leak."
Why yes. I concur.
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November 5, 2012
A few links to share :)
A few links to share this week:
First of all, I hope you'll visit me WEDNESDAY at Scribble Chicks. http://www.scribblechicks.blogspot.com
Also, my monthly column for Nicole O'Dell's Choose Now ministry is live NOW. View it here: http://nicoleodell.com/betsy-st-amant-on-good-girls/ (The Pressure's Off) I hope this topic is timely not just for teen girls for women everywhere (even men for that matter)
Also, I'll be posting again at GIRLS, GOD AND THE GOOD LIFE on the 10th of November :) http://www.girlsgodgoodlife.blogspot.com
Don't forget my new blog, where my heart's content is going right now, is now launched, alive and well at http://www.writergetsreal.blogspot.com :)
I know this is a lot of content and a lot of links, guys, but hopefully you'll take the time to glimpse the content before dismissing it. In today's busy time and culture, we simply can't read everything that crosses our path. I understand that and have to pick and choose myself. But keep an open mind and heart so that you will view the items God DOES have for you - whether that's mine or someone else's sites.
Blessings on your Monday!
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First of all, I hope you'll visit me WEDNESDAY at Scribble Chicks. http://www.scribblechicks.blogspot.com
Also, my monthly column for Nicole O'Dell's Choose Now ministry is live NOW. View it here: http://nicoleodell.com/betsy-st-amant-on-good-girls/ (The Pressure's Off) I hope this topic is timely not just for teen girls for women everywhere (even men for that matter)
Also, I'll be posting again at GIRLS, GOD AND THE GOOD LIFE on the 10th of November :) http://www.girlsgodgoodlife.blogspot.com
Don't forget my new blog, where my heart's content is going right now, is now launched, alive and well at http://www.writergetsreal.blogspot.com :)
I know this is a lot of content and a lot of links, guys, but hopefully you'll take the time to glimpse the content before dismissing it. In today's busy time and culture, we simply can't read everything that crosses our path. I understand that and have to pick and choose myself. But keep an open mind and heart so that you will view the items God DOES have for you - whether that's mine or someone else's sites.
Blessings on your Monday!
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November 3, 2012
Social media blur
Okay, social media is uh...available. I get that. But what sites do you find the most productive? The most helpful? The most entertaining? (and are your answers to those questions even the same?)
Between Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Google Connect, Instagram, Shoutlife, Myspace (is that even still there? LOL) and blogs and Goodreads and the works, which do you utilize the most and why?
I've narrowed it down myself to Facebook and Twitter (mostly). I've found this more user friendly and quick.
What do you think?
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Between Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Google Connect, Instagram, Shoutlife, Myspace (is that even still there? LOL) and blogs and Goodreads and the works, which do you utilize the most and why?
I've narrowed it down myself to Facebook and Twitter (mostly). I've found this more user friendly and quick.
What do you think?
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November 2, 2012
Tis the season
So today I'm heading to shop. Christmas shop! Woot woot! Who's with me? ;)
No really. There's this awesome fair in Texas that is held once a month where vendors come and bring their homemade (or not) goodies, everything from home decor to snacks to kitchenware to purses and jewelry and wallets to clothing and scarves and wrapping paper and furniture and baby items and...giant corn dogs on a stick!!!!
It's a fried food/shopping lover's paradise. Come on. You know you're jealous ;)
Seriously - on the down side, it's going to be 85 degrees or hotter, and insanely crowded with other corn dog loving shoppers looking for bargains. But hey, I think it's worth the risk. And there's always some homemade salsa that's worth the "are you kidding me" price tag.
Do you have anything like that in your area of town? Have you started Christmas shopping yet? Do you shop online, out of town, or in town?
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No really. There's this awesome fair in Texas that is held once a month where vendors come and bring their homemade (or not) goodies, everything from home decor to snacks to kitchenware to purses and jewelry and wallets to clothing and scarves and wrapping paper and furniture and baby items and...giant corn dogs on a stick!!!!
It's a fried food/shopping lover's paradise. Come on. You know you're jealous ;)
Seriously - on the down side, it's going to be 85 degrees or hotter, and insanely crowded with other corn dog loving shoppers looking for bargains. But hey, I think it's worth the risk. And there's always some homemade salsa that's worth the "are you kidding me" price tag.
Do you have anything like that in your area of town? Have you started Christmas shopping yet? Do you shop online, out of town, or in town?
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November 1, 2012
Update....
Hey friends!
I'm not abandoning this blog, I will still be doing book reviews and sporadic posts and fun quizzes, it just might not be every day as before. I hope you will come subscribe to my new blog as a follower though and keep up with my more indepth, personal posts there. That's where my heart will be.
http://www.writergetsreal.blogspot.com
There's already a lot going on over there including a giveaway! So come sign up for free books and get ready to get real with Jesus :) Partner with me?
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I'm not abandoning this blog, I will still be doing book reviews and sporadic posts and fun quizzes, it just might not be every day as before. I hope you will come subscribe to my new blog as a follower though and keep up with my more indepth, personal posts there. That's where my heart will be.
http://www.writergetsreal.blogspot.com
There's already a lot going on over there including a giveaway! So come sign up for free books and get ready to get real with Jesus :) Partner with me?
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October 31, 2012
Visit me today....
....at SCRIBBLE CHICKS!
www.scribblechicks.blogspot.com
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October 30, 2012
New blog launch
I've launched a new blog!
www.writergetsreal.blogspot.com
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