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Finding Joy

If you’re looking for a book to curl up with on a Sunday afternoon, then check out this new release by Melanie D. Snitker!

New Release: Finding Joy by Melanie D. Snitker

[image error] Sometimes, what looks like a dead end, is really a new beginning.

A horrific accident changed everything for Parker Wilson. Unable to find solid footing in his disrupted life, he returns to his family’s ranch, a place he thought he’d left behind for good. The scars on his face are a daily reminder of all he’s lost, yet his mom still insists he needs to stop hiding and live his life again. The beautiful new employee she hires is the last thing he needs, despite his mom’s best intentions, and he’ll do whatever it takes to make the girl quit and regain the peace and quiet he prefers.

Nothing short of desperation would force Chelsea Blake to work on a local cattle ranch. But if she’s going to avoid her parents’ judgment when they arrive in three weeks, she must turn the temporary job into a permanent one. Between dodging mud, feeding longhorn cattle, and dealing with a handsome boss who keeps giving her the cold shoulder, staying gainfully employed is proving to be a challenge. Chelsea may not be cut out for ranch life, but her determination to succeed is stronger than Parker’s efforts at forcing her to leave.

Unprepared to discover all they have in common, if they set aside their initial dislike, they just might find joy beyond measure.

Finding Joy is only $0.99 now through February 19th

[image error]Check out the entire Love’s Compass Series and experience the stories of faith, love, and family.

[image error]About the Author:

[image error]Melanie D. Snitker has enjoyed writing for as long as she can remember. She started out writing episodes of cartoon shows that she wanted to see as a child and her love of writing grew from there. She and her husband live in Texas with their two children who keep their lives full of adventure, and two dogs who add a dash of mischief to the family dynamics. In her spare time, Melanie enjoys photography, reading, crochet, baking, archery, target shooting, learning about essential oils, and hanging out with family and friends.

Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Melanie-D.-Snitker/e/B00MGOUYRW

Puppy Dog Tales, A Romantic Comedy

Hi, all! Today I’d like to share with you a wonderful new release by author Liwen Y. Ho called Puppy Dog Tales, A Romantic Comedy. Sounds like the perfect book to cozy up with on a wintry afternoon, especially if you’re a fan of romance, comedy, and dogs!

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TAGLINE
It’s Valentine’s Day blues for animal hater Melvin Lai when his world collides with animal

lover, Vivian Chu.

BLURB
An animal hater and an animal lover’s paths collide the week leading up to Valentine’s

Day.

Melvin Lai inherited the last thing he ever wanted from his favorite uncle: a cocker spaniel. Now he’s on the verge of losing his home to the unruly puppy and, much to his surprise, his heart when he meets Dr. Chu, Sparkle’s vet.

Vivian Chu loves caring for her furry friends, so she can’t fathom how anyone could think poorly of her new patient, especially his owner. To her, first impressions are everything, and the one Melvin left has her feeling disheartened and bruised—quite literally.

With a pair of matchmaking mothers and unexpected animal escapades, they encounter more trouble than they can handle. He longs to make her his valentine; she can’t wait to escape him. Can Melvin and Vivian pull together to find common ground?

EXCERPT

Melvin took a seat on one of the chairs by the wall while Josie weighed Sparkle. He started to wonder if this place was magical. The dog who’d turned his home—not to mention, his life—upside down now seemed like a different animal. He obeyed the receptionist’s command to stay the moment she said it and waited patiently while she jotted down his numbers. Was he pulling some kind of Jekyll and Hyde trick? Melvin shut his eyes and opened them again, half-expecting and hoping Sparkle would return to his monstrous self. But there he was, being the world’s most behaved dog. Crazy animal.

“Did you say something?”

He didn’t realize he’d spoken his thoughts out loud until he saw Josie staring at him. “No, uh, I’m just filling out this form.”

Sparkle chose that moment to bark as if he wanted to expose Melvin’s lie. He let loose a long, low growl before barking again.

He hated to admit it. The dog was crazy, but he was smart, too. Shaking his head, Melvin redirected his attention to the clipboard. He answered the questions to the best of his knowledge and returned the form to the front desk.

“Right this way.” Josie led him and the dog down the hall and into the first open room. She carried Sparkle onto the exam table, unhooked his leash from the collar and set it aside. “Dr. Chu will be with you soon,” she announced before closing the door on her way out.

“Great. It’s just you and me again.” He gave Sparkle a stern glare as he took a seat on a metal chair. “I wouldn’t try anything funny if I were you.”

Sparkle rested his head on the table and wagged his tail.

Seeing that the dog didn’t pose an immediate threat, Melvin took his eyes off of him to check out the exam room. It was similar to the ones at the hospital where he worked, except there were posters of puppies and kittens on the walls. And instead of sterile white walls, the ones surrounding him were a light purple color. The smell was also less antiseptic and a bit musty, like wet socks with a hint of something that reminded him of breakfast food—was it oatmeal? He took shallow breaths and wished he didn’t have such a keen sense of smell. It was one of the drawbacks of being a doctor, but at least the hospital was fully-ventilated and he worked with a mask on.

The door opened and a different scent filled his nostrils. Dr. Chu entered, bringing in with her a welcoming, sweet floral fragrance. He hadn’t noticed the perfume before, but now with her standing only two feet away, he was noticing a lot of things. The curves of her petite body, her long lashes, the perfectly groomed brow that was raised disapprovingly … oh no, was he in trouble again?

REVIEWS

“Rom com? Check. Adorable pup? Check. I took this funny, sweet, uplifting novella on a road trip and it made the time pass so pleasantly. I love this author’s sensitive handling of character growth. I highly recommend this for anyone who loves sweet romantic comedies, and animals!” ~ Amazon Reviewer

“I recommend this story AND this author when you want something light, fun, and well-written.” ~ Amazon Reviewer

PURCHASE LINK

Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Puppy-Dog-Tales-Romantic-Comedy-ebook/dp/B01MRT775K

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BIO

Liwen Y. Ho works as a chauffeur and referee by day (AKA being a stay at home mom) and a romance writer by night. She also enjoys writing about real-life matters, such as marriage, parenting and faith because truth can be as strange and entertaining as fiction. Her work has appeared in various online publications, including LiteraryMama.com and MomLifeToday.com, and she is a regular contributor at StartMarriageRight.com. In her pre-author life, she received a Masters degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Western Seminary, and she loves makeovers of all kinds, especially those of the heart and mind. She lives in the San Francisco Bay Area with her techie husband and their two children, and blogs about her adventures as a recovering perfectionist at http://www.2square2behip.com.

CONTACT INFO

Blog: http://www.2square2behip.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/2square2behip

Twitter: @2square2behip

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIIA6ogIdNS0QNETHGZdEKg

Grab your copy today!

Book Promotion Tip

Hello, everyone!

Recently, I came across a book promotion opportunity at LitRing that I thought I’d share with all of you. The people who run the website have kindly invited authors to submit their books for FREE until 12/31/16. They offer several categories, including romance and Christian. Check them out here: http://www.litring.com/authors/

While you’re at it, you may want to check out Book of the Day .org. They also allow authors to add their books to the website for free. You can find them at: http://bookoftheday.org/add-book/

Shades of Rose Media offers author spotlights free of charge. Here’s the link to their submission form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe312VOU8ziDi_RQPMT8zN96ik0LHc9in3YSLGlFREz44l73Q/viewform

Happy Promoting!

 

 

Patricia Kiyono

Hi, everyone! Today, I’d like to welcome author Patricia Kiyono to Romantic Tales.

Thank you, Cherry, for inviting me to your lovely blog! I am so excited about the release of Three French Inns, my newest Christmas romance. I had a lot of fun writing about Peter and Caroline, even though I ran into a lot of frustrating problems trying to work out the plot and find resources about that time period. I was surprised that there is so little information about non-noble people living in rural areas of France just after the Revolution. But I’m so glad I kept going, and thanks to friends who helped me brainstorm, other acquaintances with expertise in that time period, and a looming deadline, the book was completed in time for the holiday!

[image error] Wonderful! The cover is beautiful, and the blurb intriguing…

Peter Brown joined His Majesty’s Army in the fight against Napoleon, but when he was wounded, a lovely French woman tended him. She was a recent widow, and they were on opposing sides of the war, so they went their separate ways. But he never forgot his “bel ange” — his beautiful angel.

Caroline Bouchard Duval marched with her husband in Napoleon’s army, eager to leave her sleepy village and see the world. But after being widowed, she returned to her childhood home in the French Alps. When a bloody traveler enters her father’s inn, she recognizes him immediately. Could this man give her another chance to fulfill her dreams?

I’d like to thank Patricia for sharing a little bit about her story with us. To learn more about her, and where to pick up a copy of her latest release, please take a moment to read her author bio.

[image error]During her first career, Patricia Kiyono taught elementary music, computer classes, elementary classrooms, and junior high social studies. She now teaches music education at the university level.

She lives in southwest Michigan with her husband, not far from her children and grandchildren. Current interests, aside from writing, include sewing, crocheting, scrapbooking, and music. A love of travel and an interest in faraway people inspires her to create stories about different cultures.

Buy links: Three French Inns is available at Amazon, Barnes and Noble, Smashwords, All-Romance ebooks, and Kobo.

Author Links: Patricia Kiyono can be found at her website and blog, and on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Pinterest.

Thanks for dropping by!

 

Facebook Hop

The Eskape Press authors invite you to celebrate the holidays by visiting our Facebook Author Pages for chatting, fun, and giveaways!

Participating Authors:

Cherry Christensen: https://www.facebook.com/Cherry-Christensen-Author-1427146804175227/

Patricia Kiyono: https://www.facebook.com/Patricia-Kiyono-149294485148710/

Mysti Parker: https://www.facebook.com/RomanceforEveryReader/

Kay Springsteen: https://www.facebook.com/KaySpringsteen/

Joselyn Vaughn: https://www.facebook.com/authorJoselynVaughn/

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https://www.facebook.com/events/684733268361032/

 

Christian Book Promotion Websites

Hello, everyone! ‘Tis the season for a little reading and relaxation. So, if you’re an author like me, you don’t want to waste precious time searching the internet for places to promote your faith-based books. In an effort to help, I’ve compiled a list of websites to get you off from the computer faster, and back into your favorite chair curled up with a good read.

There are options to suit every budget. I’ve used the following websites, and have been pleased with the results and their professionalism. Note: Ereader Obsession is FREE!

Christian Women Reader’s Club: http://cwwriters.com/readers/for-authors/submit-your-book/

Ereader Obsession: http://www.ereaderobsession.com/submit/

Faithful Reads: http://faithfulreads.com/authors/

Fiverr Gigs:

https://www.fiverr.com/mariia08/promote-your-christian-book-or-service-in-my-christian-website

https://www.fiverr.com/hosannahighest/feature-your-christian-book-in-the-sidebar-of-my-high-traffic-site

https://www.fiverr.com/ljmarsh/list-your-christian-ebook-on-my-high-traffic-site

The Vessel Project: http://vesselproject.com/advertise/

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I haven’t used these websites for promotions yet, but they look interesting.

Christian Kindle News: http://christiankindlenews.com/submit-free-christian-ebook-deal/

Cross Reads: http://crossreads.com/advertising-options/

eBook Christian: http://www.ebookchristian.com/

Gospel ebooks: http://gospelebooks.net/advertise

Wishing you a Merry Christmas, and much success in your writing career!

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Summer Reading Program

Hello, everyone! I’m excited to pass along some information about a fantastic Summer Reading Program that R M Alexander has put together. It’s a wonderful opportunity for readers to discover new authors. Plus, you’ll have a chance to win an Amazon Gift Card!

http://sweetsummerreading.wix.com/summerreadingblast

How It Works

You love to read and what better time than during the summer under a tree, on a chair in the yard, or next to the beach?

This summer, meet some great authors. Find new books. Earn points and win.

Choose a Book

Just choose a book from any genre. Download and print the list to keep track of the books you read, whether you left a review and the order number. Then choose the next book.

Read as Many as You Want…

The more you read, the better chance you have to win. You also have a chance to interact with the authors and other readers on Facebook as you talk about the program, the books or just meet new friends.

… And Have a Chance to Win

The authors have put together a prize you won’t want to miss.

1st Place winner: $100 Amazon Gift Card

2nd Place winner: $20 Amazon Gift Card

On September 15th, email your list of books along with the order numbers. On September 25th, the winners will be announced here http://sweetsummerreading.wix.com/summerreadingblast and https://www.facebook.com/groups/270661416643899/

And don’t forget to stop by R M’s Facebook page and give it a like. https://www.facebook.com/rmalexanderauthor/

Happy Reading!

Author Tamie Dearen

Get your romance fix!

Do you love that “ahhhh” feeling you get when you read a sweet romance? Especially when you get to that inevitable happy ending?

Tamie Dearen’s romantic comedy series, The Best Girls, can satisfy that craving. And the first book of the series, Her Best Match, is currently free. But beware…. it’s addicting!

The limited-time price-reduction for Her Best Match is already in effect, in preparation for March 13, the day of the big sale and the release of A Rose in Bloom, a serial romantic comedy. Unlike anything you’ve ever read before, A Rose in Bloom was written and published in small parts, week-by-week, on Tamie Dearen’s blog, to the simultaneous delight and frustration of her devoted readers. Now, for the first time, the complete serial romance will be available to read as a novella.

Blurb:

Feisty, stubborn, and bored with life in Texas, Anne Best is about to get more than she bargained for.

The lovely widow heads off to the Big Apple for a job interview, expecting no more than a few days adventure in New York City, only to find herself with a new job working for the most infuriating man she’s ever met.

Billionaire Steven Gherring is one of New York’s Most Eligible Bachelors, and he has every intention of staying that way. But Gram has other ideas. She’s on a not-so-secret campaign to find a wife for her grandson.

As fearless as she is clumsy, Anne tackles every challenge (including her new boss) enthusiastically, with two lone exceptions… public speaking and recognizing her own feelings. Passions rise along with hemlines as Gram joins forces with Anne, a veteran matchmaker, to find the perfect match for Steven.

Get Her Best Match free on Amazon, Nook, iTunes, and Kobo!

Own the entire Best Girls Series for $9!

New Release–Preorder Now!

Blurb:

Elyssa Rose has delicate flowers in her hands and a muscular guy on her mind.

The talented owner of A Rose in Bloom is determined to make a success of her floral business. And she doesn’t want or need a man’s help or interference! But trouble shows up in the form of her handsome, but antagonistic, neighbor, Jaxon McCall, a gym owner whose sole purpose is to buy her building from her.

Jaxon McCall once had his eye on Elyssa’s building, but now he can’t take his eyes off her.

Magnetic attraction draws them together, even as their stubborn personalities drive them apart.

A Rose in Bloom is now available for pre-order on Amazon, with a March 13 release date!

BIO

Tamie Dearen lives with her very romantic husband of thirty-three years. She has two beautiful daughters, two amazing son-in-laws, and one awesome grandson. She plays piano, flute, harmonica, keyboards, and guitar, and loves composing and art. And she hates housework. She has been a dentist in private practice for thirty years. She stays busy playing on her church’s praise team and leading a weekly Bible study. In her spare time, she writes books.

Tamie specializes in writing “clean’ books without excessive violence, offensive language, or explicit sex. She has published a Romantic Comedy series called The Best Girls, which includes a free novella and four full-length novels, and recently published her first Christian Romance, Noelle’s Golden Christmas. She has also published the two books in a Young Adult Fantasy series, Alora: The Wander-Jewel, and Alora: The Portal. To combine her love of music with her writing, Tamie composed the background music for the Alora Series video trailer and a Christmas song, which is linked in the back of Noelle’s Golden Christmas. Her latest book, A Rose in Bloom, a romantic comedy serial story, is available for pre-order and will be released March 13.

Tamie met her husband as a freshman in college when she acted out of character on a whim. One night in the library lobby, she spied a cute guy with his first name written on the back of his shirt. She called out his name. When he approached to talk to her, she pretended that she’d met him before, asking about his classes and how he liked college. To her surprise and delight, he also pretended that he knew her, but of course he didn’t know her name. They continued this false relationship for two months. Each time they saw each other, an event that occurred three times per week at the cafeteria, he would pretend he knew her. Meanwhile, all of Tamie’s friends were careful not to reveal her name to him. When he finally admitted his ignorance of her name, he was astonished to learn the truth. And the rest is history.

Find Tamie Dearen on social media.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TamieDearen/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/TamieDearen Website: http://tamiedearen.com

 

Cover Wars

Hey, everyone!

Secret Angel is in the running for book cover of the week at Author Shout! Vote here: http://authorshout.com/cover-wars/

Secret Angel

Season’s Greetings! I’m excited to share with you that my second book was recently released by Eskape Press. Reviewers have commented about the story, saying it’s, “A cute Christian Christmas romance” and “… this would make a great Hallmark Christmas movie.”

‘Tis the season for a little mystery under the mistletoe.

Doctoral student Hannah Wagganer entertains dreams of teaching at a large university and leaving her hometown of Glen Arbor behind. That is until Jasper Morgan, the new mail carrier, arrives in town. Not only does he set Hannah’s heart a flutter, but he has an instant bond with her cat, Jingles.

Preparing for the church candlelight Christmas Eve service and running the family store, Hannah continues to bump into Jasper—and the prying eyes of the locals who suspect there’s more going on than business as usual.

Blessings and suspicions abound when an anonymous donor pays to have the church furnace repaired, and other locals suddenly find solutions to their problems. Is it coincidental, or the work of a secret angel?

Now available at:

Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Secret-Angel-Cherry-Christensen-ebook/dp/B018UN0JR2/

B&N: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/books/1123057482?ean=2940157758448

Kobo: https://store.kobobooks.com/en-ca/ebook/secret-angel

Smashwords: https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/597590

Merry Christmas!