Ginger Garrett's Blog, page 11
November 14, 2009
Have a Blessed Thanksgiving!
I'm finished with my speaking engagements for 2009 and looking forward to a relaxing Thanksgiving.
Okay, that's a bit of a lie.
In truth, I am scrambling to finish writing a young adult novel set here in my own backyard in the North Georgia mountains. As soon as I finish it, I have to go back and edit it, which involves showing it to my critique group and blushing furiously. After they hack it pieces, I'll edit it again and hopefully have it in my agent's hands after Christmas.
I then have to e...
November 2, 2009
Awaken With Joy Conference!
Join me this Saturday for the Awaken with Joy conference in Canton, Georgia at the Northside Hospital Cherokee Conference Center. The conference features Angie Williams, author of Womenn at War, and music from By Design. Tickets are $15 which includes lunch and an entire day of being nurtured, healed and encouraged.
You can learn more at:
October 30, 2009
Happy Birthday, Siri Mitchell!
Today's the birthday of one of my favorite novelists, Siri Mitchell. On my blog roll you'll find a link to her site and see a cover of her newest release, Love's Pursuit. It's a great read for those dreary afternoons when it's raining and cold. It's Siri's birthday but give yourself a present and pick up one of her books.
(I tried to load the cover below, but this WordPress application hates me. No, really.)
October 20, 2009
Highlights from Thursday's Interview
This Thursday, the 22nd, I'll be chatting it up with Atlanta's favorite radio morning show hosts, Kevin & Taylor In the Morning. We're talking about Sunday morning emergencies. If you've got to get everyone out of the house on time and looking good, conditions are ripe for snafus to surface.
Here are a few time-tested tips to help you get out the door for church without losing your testimony:
SUNDAY MORNING EMERGENCIES
Traveling doing media I needed an emergency kit to handle any last minute...
October 6, 2009
As Heard on 104.7 The Fish!
This week on Atlanta's favorite morning radio program, Kevin & Taylor In The Morning, I'm sharing some insider secrets from the beauty industry tthat will save all you recessionistas some big money. Here are my notes from the interview, and don't forget to join me this Sunday at Atlanta's premier consumer lifestyle expo, The Passion Drive Life show. For more info and tix, visit www.passiondrivenlife.com
I'll be there Sunday at 3pm and my live shows are filled with laughter, encouragement...
September 22, 2009
The Passion Driven Life
Are you ready to dream big? Make plans now to attend the Passion Driven Life expo in Atlanta on October 10-11:
PASSION DRIVEN Life is the ultimate consumer lifestyle show designed to ignite your life's passions. Whether it's finding that career you love, learning on how to build better relationships, tasting the finest wines, finding that dream getaway or just simply uncovering the secrets of creating the most delicious gourmet foods, we know that you will discover your passion and enjoy our...
September 9, 2009
September Giveaway
To celebrate the release of In The Arms of Immortals, I'm giving five copies away this week. If you've signed up to receive my newsletter, and your snail mail address is included, you're already entered to win. If you haven't signed up, here's the scoop:
I will be sending the newsletter once a month starting in September, and including highlights and tips from my radio interviews from the popular Beauty Secrets of the Bible book. I despise SPAM, so you'll never, ever catch me letting anyone...
September 2, 2009
How to Behave At A Book Signing
My friend Kimberly Stuart posted a video tutorial on her blog today for her fans, and I nearly fell out of my chair laughing:
http://kimberlystuart.blogspot.com/2009/08/book-signings-video-tutorial.html
If you've never read Kimberly's books, she's sassy, real, and absolutely hyserical. Her new release, Stretch Marks, made me laugh and think. Promise me you'll pick up a copy and snuggle up under the covers as the weather turns cooler. It's a perfect book for hibernating, preferably with a nice b...
August 20, 2009
Where to Find Emu Oil
You can get a great deal on emu oil from one of my favorite companies, iHerb.com at this link:
http://www.iherb.com/Kalaya-Calandri-Emu-Essentials-Emu-Oil-4-fl-oz/14434?at=0
It's about $15 for 4 ounces, which is a good deal and will last you quite a while. Also, check out the post below for info on Kimberly Clo's new DVD and how you can win a free copy!
August 18, 2009
Win Kimberly Clo's New DVD!
On 104.7 The Fish in Atlanta, this week I'm featuring some great (read: inexpensive) tips for all you recessionistas.
One of my favorite new products is a DVD from Kimberly Clo as part of the "Now You Know How" series. Kimberly, hairstylist to the stars, shows us mere mortals how to achieve that fabulously fresh-from-the-salon look, using only a blow dryer, a brush, and your favorite styling product. Now You Know How…To Blow Dry Your Hair will teach you the secrets to beautiful hair by...
