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Iola Goulton

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Iola Goulton is the empty-nest mother of two who lives with her husband in the sunny Bay of Plenty, New Zealand, and writes contemporary Christian romance with a Kiwi connection. She works part-time for a local company, wrangling spreadsheets by day and words by night. Find Iola at iolagoulton.com.

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Iola Iola said: " I’m always intrigued to know how people (especially adults) decide to become a Christian. I’m equally intrigued to understand why Christians, in this age of doubt and deconstruction, maintain their belief in Jesus. I’m intrigued, but many of the argu ...more "

 
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If All Else Sails by Emma St. Clair
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Josie is a school nurse who wants to buy a house, so when her brother asks her to help nurse his client and best friend, ice hockey player Wyatt, during the summer break, she is open to the suggestion … once she’s recovered from being arrested detain ...more
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The Collector of Burned Books by Roseanna M. White
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One of the things I love about great historical fiction is the power it has to shine a light on our own time. The Collector of Burned Books is an exemplary example of this principle, illustrating the importance of critical thinking, of being able to ...more
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First Nations Version Psalms and Proverbs by Terry M. Wildman
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I recently agreed to review the books of Psalms and Proverbs in the newly published First Nations Version of the Bible (in this context, First Nations being the first inhabitants of what is now the USA and Canada).

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The Atlas of Untold Stories by Sara Brunsvold
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The Atlas of Untold Stories is classic women’s fiction, the story of three women – on a (literal and symbolic) journey to discover their true selves, rediscover their relationships, and share their secrets.

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Why I'm Still a Christian by Justin Brierley
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The Women of Oak Ridge by Michelle Shocklee
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The Women of Oak Ridge is a compelling dual-timeline story set in the once-secret town of Oak Ridge. Yes, it’s a real-life place, and that adds to the intrigue and tension.

It’s 1979, and Laurel Willett has just arrived in the small Tennessee town of
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Through Each Tomorrow by Gabrielle Meyer
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Through Each Tomorrow is the sixth book in Gabrielle Meyer’s Timeless series, and reading it drove me to do something I haven’t done in years: re-read the entire series as soon as I’d finished reading it.

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Hearts in Circulation by Sarah Monzon
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Hearts in Circulation is the second book in Sarah Monzon’s Checking Out Love series, based in a library in the small town of Little Creek in the foothills of southeastern Tennessee. The first story, An Overdue Match, was the romance between Evangelin ...more
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Frank Herbert
“I must not fear. Fear is the mind-killer. Fear is the little-death that brings total obliteration. I will face my fear. I will permit it to pass over me and through me. And when it has gone past I will turn the inner eye to see its path. Where the fear has gone there will be nothing. Only I will remain.”
Frank Herbert, Dune

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“If you don't have time to read, you don't have the time (or the tools) to write. Simple as that.”
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“The road to hell is paved with adverbs.”
Stephen King, On Writing: A Memoir of the Craft

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“If you liked being a teenager, there's something really wrong with you.”
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message 8: by Christy (last edited Oct 28, 2015 01:30PM)

Christy Thanks Iola for accepting my friend request!!


message 7: by Rissi

Rissi Hi, Iola! Thanks so much for the friend request. It's wonderful to meet you. :)

We're thrilled you were able to join us as a judge. Thanks so much for your participation and willingness to join the fun. I know what you mean about it being hard. There are so many great reads. :)


message 6: by Rose

Rose Thanks for adding me, Iola. Pride and Prejudice is one of my favorites as well. Glad to connect with you. :)


message 5: by Iola

Iola Anna wrote: "Thanks for accepting my friend request. Its nice to meet like minded people!"

And thank you for actually answering my challenge question. I've been getting a lot of spam requests lately, which is why I added it.

I'll look forward to seeing your reviews etc.


English Thanks for accepting my friend request. Its nice to meet like minded people!


message 3: by Iola

Iola Jennifer - thank you for the offer, but postage to New Zealand is more than you need to be paying. Besides, one of the reasons I got a Kindle is to save on shelf space! God Bless you too.


Jennifer Spinola Hi, Iola! Can you please send me your address as soon as possible so I can send you a print copy of my second book (if you'd like one)? God bless you!


Jennifer Spinola Iola, thanks so much for posting your wonderful review on Amazon! My book just released yesterday, and it was such a joy to open Amazon and find all the kind words and stars you'd given me. Thank you much for making my release day a great one!


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