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February 20, 2023
Reminder: Lenten Read-Along begins Wednesday
Dear Everyone,
Our Lenten Read-Along will begin this Wednesday, February 22nd. Join me in reading Sister Wendy Beckett’s book “The Art of Lent” for the next forty days. Sister Wendy, an eminent art historian, offers a painting a day, with her reflection and commentary.
I’ll post on Wednesday with a few remarks of my own, and open the comments to you for your reflections. I’ll likely post once per week but may post more often. As ever, you’ll be able to post your own comments and reflections on a daily basis. I’m looking forward to our discussions.
A reminder that all are welcome to join this discussion. Also, I’ll be doing the All Things SR Podcast chatroom on April 1 at 9AM Eastern to talk about this book. You’re welcome to join the chat.
See you Wednesday,
SR
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February 9, 2023
“The Roman” Audiobook on Sale
Dear Everyone,
I’m happy to report that my publisher has placed “The Roman” audiobook on sale for $12.50 US. That’s a 50% price reduction. The sale begins today and runs for a limited time.
“The Roman” is the conclusion of my Florentine Series and is also available as a paperback and an ebook. If you haven’t read this series, which is complete, the first book is “The Raven.” The hero of the series appears in “Gabriel’s Redemption,” and his scenes have already been filmed. I’m looking forward to introducing him to you all.
All the best and thanks for listening,
SR
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January 26, 2023
Lenten Read – Along
Dear Everyone,
Last year, I read NT Wright’s book “Surprised by Hope” during Lent and thoroughly enjoyed it. Reading it was a way to reflect on the Lenten season in anticipation of Easter. I invited you to read along with me and a number of you joined me.
This year, Lent begins on February 22nd and ends April 6th. I’ve chosen to read “The Art of Lent” by Sister Wendy Beckett. Sister Wendy was from South Africa. She studied English at Saint Anne’s College, Oxford, (which you may recall was an important location in “Gabriel’s Redemption”), and she sat for examinations under the supervision of Professor J.R.R. Tolkien. In fact, Tolkien encouraged her to stay on at Oxford and continue her studies, but she chose to live as a contemplative nun.
Sister Wendy was an avid student of art history and eventually became a television presenter for the BBC. Many of you may remember her series on Western art. In “The Art of Lent,” she includes forty paintings, one for each day of Lent, along with her commentary and reflections. This small volume will fit in your pocket, and I think it will offer an interesting journey through art history.
I’m inviting all of you to read along with me. You don’t have to observe Lent in order to read along; I think art speaks to all of us, no matter our beliefs and traditions. Pick up the book and join me by starting with the first painting on Ash Wednesday, February 22nd. We’ll read and reflect on a painting a day for forty days. I’ll post weekly reflections here, and you’ll be able to interact with me on social media. Also, I’ll make a special visit to the “All Things SR” podcast chatroom in order to discuss the readings. The date will be announced.
I’m hoping many of you will join me on this special journey.
All the best and thank you for reading,
SR
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January 18, 2023
“Gabriel’s Redemption” Resumes Filming
Dear Everyone,
I’m pleased to announce that “Gabriel’s Redemption” resumed filming yesterday. I’ve already posted a couple of photos to my Instagram and Facebook pages, but I’ll be sure to continue sharing content as I’m able. Passionflix is also sharing behind the scenes content on their social media.
Please join with me in saying prayers and sending positive thoughts to the cast and crew, that they would be free of injury and illness and that their hard work would be blessed. I’m really looking forward to viewing the final product.
In the meantime, “Gabriel’s Inferno” and “Gabriel’s Rapture” are both available to stream on the Passionflix app. And the DVDs of both films are available in the Passionflix store.
All the best and thank you for reading,
SR
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December 28, 2022
Merry Christmas
Merry Christmas to all those celebrating. Happy Hanukkah. I hope everyone has enjoyed a blessed holiday with their loved ones and friends.
I’m happy to announce that the “Gabriel’s Inferno” DVDs are back in stock in the Passionflix store. The “Gabriel’s Rapture” DVDs are also available.
“Gabriel’s Redemption” will begin filming in January. Stay tuned for more details.
Have a safe week and Happy New Year to all,
SR
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December 14, 2022
“Gabriel’s Inferno” DVDs Sold Out
I am sorry to say that less than a week after their re-stock, the “Gabriel’s Inferno” DVDs are sold out in the Passionflix store. I will find out when they will be back in stock. This has to be some kind of sales record. Thank you.
The “Gabriel’s Rapture” DVDs are still available here. And “Gabriel’s Redemption” is slated to resume filming in January.
In the meantime, I am finishing my latest book. More details to come in 2023. But while you’re waiting, my Florentine Series is available and complete, and there’s also my standalone novel “The Man in the Black Suit.”
Happy Holidays and thank you for your support,
SR
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December 7, 2022
“Gabriel’s Inferno” DVDs Back in Stock
I’m very pleased to report that the “Gabriel’s Inferno” DVDS are back in stock in the Passionflix store. You can find and order the DVDs here. The “Gabriel’s Rapture” DVDs are also available.
“Gabriel’s Redemption” wrapped filming in Europe in November and is slated to resume filming in America in January. I’ll post more details as they become available.
Wishing all of you who celebrate a very Blessed Advent. And I also want to wish a Happy Hanukkah in advance to my Jewish friends.
Thank you for reading,
SR
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November 26, 2022
“The Man in the Black Suit” on sale
Dear Everyone,
I’m happy to announce that the audiobook for “The Man in the Black Suit” is on sale for $6.25 (US) for a limited time. You can find the audiobook here.
The book is a standalone contemporary romance and suspense novel, that I published in 2017. It’s available in paperback and ebook, as well as audiobook.
Happy Thanksgiving to my American friends. I hope everyone has a safe and healthy weekend.
All the best and thanks for reading,
SR
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November 18, 2022
“Gabriel’s Rapture” DVDs Giveaway
Thanks to two generous readers, I’m giving away two sets of “Gabriel’s Rapture” DVDs over on Instagram. Comment on the giveaway post and follow me and Passionflix on Instagram in order to enter. Open internationally. Good Luck!
SR
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November 3, 2022
“Gabriel’s Redemption” Begins Filming
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I’m very happy to report that last week, “Gabriel’s Redemption” began filming on location in Oxford, England. I’ve shared some of the photos behind the scenes on my Instagram, including footage of Magdalen College, who graciously opened their doors for filming.
This week, production moves to Florence, Italy, where Gabriel and Julianne will meet the Prince. I’m looking forward to introducing him to you.
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I’m sorry to say that the “Gabriel’s Inferno” DVDs have sold out in the Passionflix store for the second time. They will be restocked soon and I’ll post an announcement when they’re available again. Thank you for your support. “Gabriel’s Rapture” DVDs are still available.
Thank you for reading and thank you for watching,
SR
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