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May 2017 New Releases

May 2017 New Releases from ACFW Authors

More in-depth descriptions of these books can be found on the ACFW Fiction Finder website.

Contemporary Romance:

Amish Brides by Jennifer Beckstrand, Molly Jebber, Amy Lillard — Under bright blue skies, wedding bells ring–fulfilling sweet dreams, impossible wishes, and joyous new beginnings among these three new stories. (Contemporary Romance from Kensington Publishers)

Sprouts of Love by Valerie Comer — An overzealous community garden manager delivers more than the food bank manager can handle. Can love sprout amid the tsunami of vegetables? (Contemporary Romance, Independently Published)

Summer Dreams by Delia Latham — God’s love…reflected in the waters of the Pacific, and in the eyes of a young couple who walk its moonstone shores. (Contemporary Romance from White Rose Publishing [Pelican])

Right Where We Belong by Deborah Raney, Melissa Tagg, Courtney Walsh — Three sweet stories of small-town romance by three tried-and-true authors. Whether in a quaint home bakery in Langhorne, Missouri, a cozy boho coffee shop in Maple Valley, Iowa, or a charming lakeside cottage in Sweethaven, Michigan, love grows best in small towns just like this! (Contemporary Romance, Independently Published)

A Spring of Weddings by Toni Shiloh and Melissa Wardwell — Two Spring wedding novellas, “A Proxy Wedding,” and “Hope Beyond Savannah.” (Contemporary Romance from Celebrate Lit Publishing)

True to You by Becky Wade — Former Navy SEAL John Lawson hires genealogist Nora Bradford to help him to uncover the identity of his birth mother. As they work side-by-side, this pair of opposites begins to suspect that they just might be a perfect match. (Contemporary Romance from Bethany House [Baker] Publishing)

Cozy Mystery:  What the Bishop Saw by Vannetta Chapman — A fire blazes out of control in the San Luis Valley of Colorado, leaving an elderly, Amish bachelor dead. Bishop Henry Lapp rushes to the scene, and he learns the fire was no accident. When the police point the finger at a suspect Henry knows is innocent, the bishop must decide whether or not to use his mysterious, God-given gift—one he’s tried desperately to ignore all these years—to try and set the record straight. (Contemporary Romance from Harvest House Publishers)

General Contemporary:

A Season to Dance by Patricia Beal — The heart wrenching love story of a small town professional ballerina who dreams of dancing at the Met in New York, of the two men who love her and of the forbidden kiss that changed everything. (General Contemporary from Lighthouse Publishing of the Carolinas)

Looking Glass Lies by Varina Denman — A poignant and relatable novel, Looking Glass Lies captures the war women wage against themselves, and the struggle to see beauty reflected in a mirror not distorted by society’s unrelenting expectations. (General Contemporary from Waterfall Press)

Historical:

Blind Ambition by Carol Ashby — What began as a bored man’s decision to try a different road turns into an emotional and spiritual quest that changes the direction of his entire life. (Historical from Cerrillo Press)

Wings of the Wind by Connilyn Cossette — A broken and bitter Canaanite woman dresses as a man to fight against the invading Hebrews, never expecting that she would live to be captured and married to one of her enemies, and certainly not to find love and healing among the very people who killed her family. (Biblical/Historical from Bethany House [Baker] Publishing)

Historical Romance:

The Secret Admirer Romance Collection by Amanda Barratt, Lorraine Beatty, Molly Noble Bull, Anita Mae Draper, CJ Dunham, Jennifer Uhlarik, Becca Whitham, Kathleen Y’Barbo, Penny Zeller — Shy expressions of love lead to nine historical romances. Declaring one’s love can be hard–even risky–especially when faced with some of life’s greatest challenges. (Historical Romance from Barbour Publishing)

The Noble Servant by Melanie Dickerson — She lost everything to an evil conspiracy . . . but that loss may just give her all she ever wanted. (Historical Romance from HarperCollins Christian Publishing)

My Heart Belongs in Ruby City, Idaho: Rebecca’s Plight by Susanne Dietze — It’s a mail-order disorder when newlyweds realize they’ve married the wrong partners with similar names. An annulment seems in order–and fast. But when the legalities take longer than expected, Rebecca Rice wonders if Tad Fordham wasn’t the right husband for her all along. . . . (Historical Romance from Barbour Publishing)

A Love So True by Melissa Jagears — They begin with the best of intentions, but soon the complications pile up and Evelyn and David’s dreams look more unattainable every day. When the revelation of a long-held secret creates a seemingly insurmountable rift between them, can they trust God still has a good plan for them despite all that is stacked against them? (Historical Romance from Bethany House [Baker] Publishing)

Road to Harmony by Sherry Kyle — When Jonas returns to Harmony, Elena’s heart is torn between her secret love, and the storeowner her parents hope she marries. (Historical Romance, Independently Published)

Hills of Nevermore by Janalyn Voigt — Can a young widow hide her secret shame from the Irish preacher bent on helping her survive? (Historical Romance from Mountain Brook Ink)

Romantic Suspense:

Fatal Mistake by Susan Sleeman — Each day could be her last…but not if he can help it. An FBI agent must protect the woman who can identify a terrorist bomber in bestselling author Susan Sleeman’s riveting romantic suspense novel. (Romantic Suspense from Faith Words [Hachette])

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Introducing Debut Author Regina Rudd Merrick!

Debut Author Regina Rudd Merrick

***Book Giveaway***

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There’s little more exciting that celebrating with friends’ successes on this road to publication, so I’m heels-over-head excited for my talented friend, Regina Merrick!!!  I met Regina several years ago when the Inkspirational Messages blog began, and we’ve been in each other’s cheering section ever since.

Before you get to know Regina with her Either/Or answers, here’s the blurb for her excellent debut novel, CAROLINA DREAM, a Southern Breeze Series ~

Sarah Crawford wants more from life than to attend the wedding of her ex-fiancée. An unexpected inheritance in South Carolina comes at the perfect time, just as Sarah is willing to use any excuse to get out of town.

When she meets potential business partner Jared Benton and discovers that a house is part of the inheritance, she is sure than God has been preparing her for this time through a recurring dream. But will a dream about an antebellum mansion, many rooms to be explored, and a man with dark brown eyes give her the confidence to take a leap of faith, leaving friends, family, and her job behind?

Regina’s Either/Or

Loud or Quiet – Quiet, unless I’m listening to music, and then I want the music loud and everyone else quiet! Lol!

Milk chocolate or Dark chocolate – BOTH. Milk, semi-sweet, dark, intense, chocolate with coffee beans . . . you get the idea. The spectrum of chocolate is my friend!

(Oh, absolutely! All chocolate is good!)

City or Country – Country, definitely. I grew up on a gravel road in a rural community. Now I live smack-dab in the middle of the city. OK, so the city only has 3,000 people in it . . .

Coming Home Series ~ New eBook Prices!

Coming Home Series ~ New eBook Prices!

It’s hard to believe, but it’s now been three years since my debut novel, CHAIN OF MERCY (Coming Home Series book #1), released to the public! And it’s been nearly two years since HUNGRY FOR HOME (Coming Home Series finale) came out. As the novels are no longer new, I figured it’s time for a permanent ebook price reduction. So, you can now purchase PIECES OF GRANITE (Coming Home Series prequel) for only 99¢ at your favorite ebook retailer, and the remaining three books in the series are only $3.99 each!

And, as always, you can purchase the Coming Home Series 4-in-1 Box Set for only $9.99, which is a savings of $2.97 over purchasing the books separately. (Kindle only)

For more information on each of my books, check out my Books tab:  http://brendaandersonbooks.com/books/

Find the purchase links below:

PIECES OF GRANITE ~

Kindle | Nook | iTunes | Kobo | Other

CHAIN OF MERCY

Kindle | Nook | iTunes | Kobo | Other

MEMORY BOX SECRETS

Kindle | Nook | iTunes | Kobo | Other

HUNGRY FOR HOME

Kindle | Nook | iTunes | Kobo | Other

COMING HOME SERIES Box Set: 4 in 1 Special Edition

Kindle

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WINNING OVER THE COWBOY – New Release Spotlight

~Winning Over the Cowboy book giveaway~

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Once again, Shannon Taylor Vannatter’s back to introduce her latest release, WINNING OVER THE COWBOY, another cowboy romance that’ll certainly make your romance-reading heart go pitter-patter.

Happy Book Birthday, Carolina Dream!

Happy Book Birthday, Carolina Dream!

Little is more exciting than watching friends’ dreams come true, and that happened yesterday when Regina R. Merrick’s debut, CAROLINA DREAM, celebrated its birth day! It’s already downloaded on my Kindle and I’ll be ordering the paperback to be displayed on my Friends shelf at home. It will be a beautiful addition!

Here’s the back cover blurb:

Sarah Crawford wants more from life than to attend the wedding of her ex-fiancée. An unexpected inheritance in South Carolina comes at the perfect time, just as Sarah is willing to use any excuse to get out of town.

When she meets potential business partner Jared Benton and discovers that a house is part of the inheritance, she is sure that God has been preparing her for this time through a recurring dream. But will a dream about an antebellum mansion, many rooms to be explored, and a man with dark brown eyes give her the confidence to take a leap of faith, leaving friends, family, and her job behind?

Now I know you want to get this book ASAP, so here are the purchase links:

Kindle | Paperback

Stacy in touch with Regina:

| Facebook | Twitter | | Pinterest

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ACFW April 2017 New Releases

April 2017 New Releases

More in-depth descriptions of these books can be found on the ACFW Fiction Finder website.

Contemporary Romance:Sandpiper Cove by Irene Hannon — When a police chief and an ex-con join forces to keep a young man from falling into a life of crime, sparks fly. Given their backgrounds, it’s not a promising match—but in Hope Harbor, anything is possible. (Contemporary Romance from Revell [Baker])

Oh Baby by Delia Latham — Dawni Manors seeks peace in Angel Falls, Texas. What she finds is a cowboy, an abandoned infant, and emotional chaos. If the Heart’s Haven angels really are there, what in the world are they thinking? (Contemporary Romance from White Rose Publishing [Pelican])

General:A Fragile Hope by Cynthia Ruchti — Where does a relationship expert turn when his wife leaves him and carries a tiny heartbeat with her? (General from Abingdon Press)

Waiting for Butterflies by Karen Sargent — When tragedy strikes, Maggie discovers a mother’s love never ends–not even when her life does. Longing for her family after her sudden death, she becomes a lingering spirit and returns home where she helplessly witnesses her family’s downward spiral in the aftermath of her passing. Her husband is haunted by past mistakes and struggles to redeem himself. Her teenage daughter silently drowns in her own guilt, secretly believing she caused her mother’s death. Only her five-year-old, full of innocence, can sense her presence. Although limited by her family’s grief and lack of faith, Maggie is determined to keep a sacred promise and save her family before her second chance runs out. (General from Walrus Publishing [Amphorae Publishing Group])

Mystery:

Sunset in Old Savannah by Mary Ellis — When a philandering husband turns up dead, two crack detectives find more suspects than moss-draped oaks in charming old Savannah, including a scheming business partner, a resentful mistress, and a ne’er-do-well brother. (Mystery from Harvest House Publishers)

Historical:

Above Rubies by Keely Brooke Keith — In 1863, young teacher Olivia Owens establishes the first school in the remote settlement of Good Springs while finding love. (Historical, Independently Published)

Historical Romance:

A Rose So Fair by Myra Johnson — Caleb Wieland would give anything to win farm girl Rose Linwood’s heart, but Rose’s stubborn independence is proving as thorny as the flower for which she’s named. (Historical Romance, Independently Published)

Under the Same Sky by Cynthia Roemer — In 1854 Illinois, Becky Hollister wants nothing more than to live out her days on the prairie, building a life for herself alongside her future husband. But when a tornado rips through her parents’ farm, killing her mother and sister, she must leave the only home she’s ever known and the man she’s begun to love to accompany her injured father to St. Louis.

Catapulted into a world of unknowns, Becky finds solace in corresponding with Matthew Brody, the handsome pastor back home. But when word comes that he is all but engaged to someone else, she must call upon her faith to decipher her future. (Historical Romance from Mantle Rock Publishing)

The Pony Express Romance Collection by Barbara Tifft Blakey, Mary Davis, Darlene Franklin, Cynthia Hickey, Maureen Lang, Debby Lee, Donna Schlachter, Connie Stevens and Pegg Thomas — Nine historical romances revive the brief era of the Pony Express. Join the race from Missouri, across the plains and mountains to California and back again as brave Pony Express riders and their supporters along the route work to get mail across country in just ten days. It is an outstanding task in the years 1860 to 1861, and only a few are up to the job. Faced with challenges of terrain, weather, hostile natives, sickness, and more, can these adventurous pioneers hold fast, and can they also find lasting love in the midst of daily trials? (Historical Romance from Barbour Publishing)

Romantic Suspense:

Plain Target by Dana R. Lynn — Horse trainer Jess McGrath only wants to clear her disgraced brother’s name, but enemies keep coming out of the woodwork and danger only gets closer. Jess soon learns that no place is safe—and no one can be trusted…except for the last white knight she’d ever expect to ride to her rescue. Paramedic Seth Travis was the boy behind her high school humiliation, but he’s also the man keeping her alive. When they find sanctuary in the Amish community, can they uncover answers in time to stop a killer—and resolve their past in time to build a future together? (Romantic Suspense from Love Inspired [Harlequin])

Dangerous Testimony by Dana Mentink — Four weeks before she’s set to testify at a gang murder trial, someone is determined to make sure that Candace Gallagher Andrews never takes the stand. When nowhere is safe for the private investigator or her little girl, Candace turns to the only person she can trust—longtime friend and former navy SEAL Marco Quidel. For Marco, protecting Candace is not just another duty. As the trial date nears and the killer stalks ever closer, Marco knows fear for the first time—the fear of losing Candace and her daughter. But while Marco begins seeing Candace as more than just a friend, her late husband’s memory is never far from her mind. So he must keep Candace alive—and not get emotionally involved—long enough to put away a killer. (Romantic Suspense from Love Inspired [Harlequin])

Deep Extraction by DiAnn Mills — Special Agent Tori Templeton is determined to find who killed her best friend’s husband. Tori finds an unexpected ally in the newest member of the task force, recently reinstated Deputy US Marshal Cole Jeffers. As Tori and Cole dig deeper into Nathan’s personal and business affairs, they uncover more than they bargained for. And the closer they get to finding the real killer?and to each other?the more intent someone is on silencing them for good. (Romantic Suspense from Tyndale House)

 

Final Verdict by Jessica R. Patch — When Aurora Daniels becomes the target of someone seeking their own twisted justice, Sheriff Beckett Marsh is the only one who can rescue her. As a public defender, Aurora has angered plenty of people in town—and in her past. And while Beckett constantly clashes with the feisty lawyer professionally, it’s his duty to protect and serve. Guarding her 24/7 is now his sole assignment. He may not have been able to save his fiancée from a dangerous felon, but he’ll do whatever it takes to keep Aurora alive. Even if working with her to catch and convict this ruthless killer puts his heart in the crosshairs. (Romantic Suspense from Love Inspired [Harlequin])

Guardian by Terri Reed — When a fellow FBI agent is kidnapped and a protected witness vanishes, Leo Gallagher will stop at nothing to find them both. So when he discovers a link between the case and a single mother in Wyoming, Leo and his trusty K-9 partner rush to question Alicia Duncan. Could she be the key to locating the missing persons? Not if a killer has anything to say about it. Someone is determined to keep Alicia from talking, so Leo and his chocolate Lab must keep her and her little boy safe on their family ranch. With danger lurking around every corner, Leo must work overtime to not lose another person who’s important to him. (Romantic Suspense from Love Inspired [Harlequin])

Witch by Denise Weimer — Having restored Michael Johnson’s ancestors’ house and apothecary shop and begun applying the lessons of family and forgiveness unearthed from the past, Jennifer Rushmore expects to complete her first preservation job with the simple relocation of a log home. But as her crew reconstructs the 1787 cabin, home to the first Dunham doctor, attacks on those involved throw suspicion on neighbors and friends alike. And while Jennifer has trusted God and Michael with the pain of her past, it appears Michael’s been keeping his own secrets. Will she use a dream job offer from Savannah as an escape, or will a haunting tale from a Colonial diary convince her to rely on the faithfulness of his love? (Romantic Suspense from Canterbury House Publishing)

Speculative Romance/Fantasy:The Fairetellings Series (Books 1 through 3) by Kristen Reed — Discover a trio of enchanting novellas inspired by three beloved fairy tales: Cinderella, Snow White, and Beauty and the Beast. (Speculative Romance/Fantasy, Independently Published)

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ABOVE RUBIES ~ New Release from Keely Brooke Keith

Congratulations to Keely Brooke Keith on the release of ABOVE RUBIES, book 2 in her excellent Uncharted Beginnings series!  (Purchase here). Here’s the back cover blurb:

It’s 1863, and schoolteacher Olivia Owens believes education should be a top priority in the newly established settlement of Good Springs. Between planning lessons and helping out on her family’s homestead, Olivia doesn’t have time for Gabriel McIntosh’s charming advances. When the council denies her request to build a schoolhouse, Olivia must challenge their ruling and teach private lessons—all while hiding frequent bouts of word blindness (dyslexia). If the council knew the new teacher couldn’t always read, they wouldn’t allow Olivia to teach anymore.

As a carpenter, Gabe McIntosh is working hard to help build the settlement of Good Springs, and once his land is granted, he begins constructing his own house. When Olivia discovers he plans to share it with her, she guards her heart from him. But Gabe is determined to win her affection and figure out what she’s hiding.

If you haven’t read Aboard Providence, book 1 in the Uncharted Beginnings series, you can download it right now for only 99¢ at Amazon.

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PLANTING HOPE Cover Reveal

PLANTING HOPE Cover Reveal

Once again, George at Think Cap Design Studios has crafted a perfect cover! My street team is telling me it’s their favorite yet, which is amazing as my covers always get WoW ratings.

CAPTURING BEAUTY at Clash of the Titles

Vote for CAPTURING BEAUTY at Clash of the Titles

Hi All!

Capturing Beauty is waging war over at Clash of the Titles! Competition is fierce, soI’d love your vote for favorite book!

Go here to vote: http://www.clashofthetitles.com/2017/03/vote-on-these-springtime-reads.html

 

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World Down Syndrome Day 2017

World Down Syndrome Day 2017

Little breaks my heart more than to hear stories about fetuses diagnosed with Down Syndrome being aborted. It’s reported that in Iceland, 100% of those diagnosed will be aborted, and Denmark is heading in that direction. In this US, an estimated 92% of DS diagnoses lead to abortion (read here). Do these countries realize what beauty they are missing out on? Why is this genocide acceptable in our supposedly *tolerant* world that denounces hate? Is there anything more hateful than the extermination of a group of people?

The reason most often quoted for the high rate of abortion is cost. Medical care can be astronomical, and the home care isn’t always easy for parents. (But seriously, have you ever heard anyone say parenting is easy?)

Nowadays, people with Down Syndrome go to college. They not only hold down jobs, but also own businesses. They own their own homes. They get married. Life expectancy is nearly 60 years. They read, write, sing, play sports. Tell me, how are they different from you and me?

No, a person with Down Syndrome is not always happy, but everyone I know with DS has a joy most of us long for. Think about that worker with DS at Wendy’s, happy to be cleaning the tables. Ask yourself, “Would I be wearing that same smile?”

They are people to be celebrated, not terminated, and it’s up to us to speak out against this atrocity. Today’s a good day to start.

Fiction with characters with Down Syndrome:

Pieces of Granite

(Coming Home Series prequel)

Brenda S. Anderson

FREE on ebook: https://books2read.com/u/bo6EZR

A couple learns their unborn baby has Down Syndrome, and it drives a wedge in their once-strong marriage.

Third Strand of the Cord

Catherine Richmond

Purchase link: books2read.com/u/3LrQR0

A single mom struggles with raising her child alone, but is helped by an overbearing karate instructor.

Twilight Christmas

Carolina Coast Novels #3

by Normandie Fischer

Purchase link: books2read.com/u/b5OPv7

Two orphans. One barn. And a community in need of miracles.

Shades of Morning

by Marlo Schalesky

Purchase link: books2read.com/u/m2XjRr

A woman becomes guardian of her sister’s 15-year-old son with Down syndrome.

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