A WORTHY PURSUIT - Karen Witemeyer - One Free Book

Welcome back. Karen. How did you come up with the idea for this story?

There is usually a single spark that gets a book idea started. For A Worthy Pursuit, that spark was the idea of incorporating gifted children—child prodigies, each having a gift in a different field. And the one who doesn't consider himself gifted ends up being the one who saves the day, proving he is, in fact, remarkable.

I also wanted to play with the idea of opposites attracting. So I chose a refined, educated headmistress who doesn't trust men and paired her with a man of action and intrigue who practically walks off the pages of a dime novel. Charlotte has to learn to trust the man who was sent to destroy her in order to protect the children in her care, and Stone must dig deep to unearth the patience it will take to win the heart of the plucky woman he comes to admire.

If you were planning a party with Christian authors of contemporary fiction, what six people would you invite and why?

Well, parties are always so much more fun when you are with people you know, so for my contemporary fiction party I'm going to invite some of my closest author friends – Becky Wade, Dani Pettrey, Lisa Wingate, and Kellie Coates Gilbert. Then I would also include a couple ladies who I know would keep things lively – Rachel Hauck and Susan May Warren.

I’d love to peek into that party. That’s a group of some of my favorite people. Now let’s do that for a party for Christian authors of historical fiction, what six people would you invite and why?

Again I would go with my closest friends. Regina Jennings and I recently roomed together at the RT Booklovers Convention and had a fabulous time. She even got me line dancing at one of the sessions. Ha! In addition to Regina I would invite Mary Connealy – always a hoot to have around. Jody Hedlund – Jody and I started out at Bethany House together and have shared many facets of our publishing journey. Kristi Hunter – she's about to debut her first book with Bethany House. She and I met at the last ACFW conference and really hit it off. Next, I would invite Lorna Seilstad, another great buddy. And finally the irrepressible Jen Turano. There's going to be a lot of laughing at this gathering.

That sounds like fun. More of my favorite people. Many times, people (and other authors) think you have it made with so many books published. What is your most difficult problem with writing at this time in your career?

The most difficult part is finding the time to get everything done. I still work a full-time job in addition to writing full-time. I also have 3 teenagers at home. With all the marketing we are asked to do, blog writing, and social media interactions on top of family, church, and work responsibilities, it's hard to find the time needed to write the next project. Yet that is the most important commodity an author has. If you throw together a shoddy book, you're going to lose readers. Besides that, as Christians, we are called to always work as if working for the Lord and not for man. That means creating excellent work, which is something I continually strive to achieve. I write slowly and really have to guard my time. Not an easy task. 

Tell us about the featured book.

Stone Hammond is the best tracker in Texas. He never comes home empty-handed. So when a wealthy railroad investor hires him to find his abducted granddaughter, Stone eagerly accepts.

Charlotte Atherton, former headmistress of Sullivan's Academy for Exceptional Youths, will do anything to keep her charges safe, especially the little girl entrusted to her care after her mother's death. Charlotte promised Lily's mother she'd keep the girl away from her unscrupulous grandfather, and nothing will stop Charlotte from fulfilling that pledge. Not even the handsome bounty hunter with surprisingly honest eyes who comes looking for them.

When the teacher he's after produces documentation that shows she's the little girl's legal guardian, Stone must reevaluate everything he's been led to believe. Is Miss Atherton villain or victim? She acts more like a loving mother than an abductress, and the children in her care clearly adore her.

Then a new danger threatens, and Charlotte is forced to trust the man sent to destroy her. Stone becomes determined to protect what he once sought to tear apart. Besides, he's ready to start a new pursuit: winning Charlotte's heart.

Please give us the first page of the book.

Prologue

February 1891 - Austin, TX

Sullivan's Academy for Exceptional Youths

"I'm closing the school, Miss Atherton, and that's my final word on the subject." Dr. Keith Sullivan closed the attendance ledger on his desk with an ominous snap and pushed to his feet, forcing Charlotte to stand as well. "I've sent wires to all the students' parents, informing them of the closure and offering to reimburse a percentage of the tuition to compensate them for the inconvenience of ending the school term earlier than expected."

A reimbursement of funds? From the man who'd refused to purchase a single new text in the last five years? It was all Charlotte could do to keep her jaw from coming unhinged. There must be another source of income—one large enough to overshadow the loss of tuition. Dr. Sullivan charged exorbitant fees for his exclusive school. Only the most noteworthy students were accepted into the small academy. Unless, of course, a particularly wealthy family sought entree for one of their children. In that case, a well-placed donation seemed to make up for any lack in giftedness. She could only imagine how large a donation would have to be to convince him to close the school entirely.

Backing out of the way as her employer strode around his desk, Charlotte fiddled with the cameo at her neck then marched after him. "What of Stephen Farley? His parents are in Europe. They couldn't possibly collect him before we close the doors. And John Chang is an orphan here on scholarship. He has no place to go."

I am looking forward to reading this one. How can readers find you on the Internet?

The best way to find me is on my website. I have an occasional newsletter that will keep you up-to-date on my newest releases, and everyone who subscribes will be automatically entering in my monthly drawings for 2 Christian Historical Romance Novels. I also love to connect on Facebook and Goodreads. Please find me on the links listed below.

Website: www.karenwitemeyer.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KarenWitemeyersAuthorPage

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Thank you, Karen, for sharing this new book with us. You know how much I love reading your stories. I'm sure my readers do, too.

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TORRENTS OF DESTRUCTION - Robin Caroll - One Free Book

Welcome back, Robin. I know you speak at various conferences and meetings. What do you have coming up?

I’ll be at ICRS, signing copies of my latest Samantha Sanderson book in the Zondervan booth on July 1st at 11:00am. I’ll also be at the ACFW conference in September.

If you were planning a women’s retreat, what would be the theme for it?

Living in His grace. I’m really aware of His grace for us these days. His extraordinary grace in our everyday lives.

Who would you want as speakers and why?

I’m a huge follower of Joyce Meyer because her teaching helps me personally apply Biblical truths into my life.

Where would you hold the retreat and why?

 Oh, on a cruise ship. To the Caribbean.

I’d sign up for that retreat in a minute. Do you read print books or ebooks? Or a combination of the two?

I read both. As I get older, my eyesight is making it a little harder for me to read, so I’m finding I read more often on my Kindle so I can make the font bigger.

That’s an interesting title. How did you come up with it?

Torrents of Destruction was taken straight from the Scripture reference of the book, PSALM 18:4-6. This book was inspired after my husband and his friend, Wade, went on a rafting trip on the Gauley River. Hearing about their adventure and watching their video…well, I knew I had to use it as a setting.

So what is the book about?

As a white water rafting guide, Katie Gallagher must battle the forces of nature on a daily basis. When sabotage becomes apparent on a weekend rafting trip, Katie must determine who she can trust—and who has their own agenda. Hunter Malone has a mission on a business adventure trip on the Gauley River, a mission that didn’t include a spunky guide who could handle the class-five rapids better than he’d ever imagined. But can she handle the truth?

Please give us the first page of the book.

Thunder crashed over the West Virginia sky. Clouds cast eerie shadows, foreboding and ominous. Katie Gallagher quickened her pace down the gravel path. The approaching storm interfered with her determined strides. Shadow, her Blue Heeler and ever-present companion, trotted at her side.

She pushed into the store with Shadow on her heels, headed to the counter, and dropped onto the stool. She flipped to this evening’s appointment log and grabbed a pencil from the holder, rolling it between her thumb and forefinger.

Her elder brother Gabe’s soft smile enhanced his tanned face. “Your group should arrive after seven tonight. Ready?”

Katie’s gaze moved to the bank of windows across the front of the store. Lightning flashed in the bright afternoon sky over the Gauley River. While no rain pelted the area yet, foul weather would arrive soon enough.

Gabe adjusted the display rack of wetsuits a fraction of an inch, then hobbled back to study his handiwork, dragging his walking cast.

She scuffed the toe of her sandal against the tile, letting the shoe slip to the floor. “I still don’t see why Christian can’t take this group. I need to run the projection numbers for next month.”

Seemed like as of late, their younger brother constantly shirked his duties.

“We’ve been over this.” While Gabe didn’t sigh aloud, the implication was clear.

“But you and I aren't the only Gallaghers working Gauley Guides. Dad left the business to all three of us.” She let out an exaggerated breath and tapped her pencil against the cash register. “I hate baby-sitting power executives who think they can tame the river.”

“It’s not like I asked to have my leg broken, Katie. I’d do it if I could.”

And he would. Gabe carried the brunt of the responsibility for the family business. Good thing he had such broad shoulders. Katie didn’t envy his load.

Guilt circled her heart, but the tight knot of irritation wouldn’t let loose of her nerves. She had a stack of bills she needed to figure out how they were going to pay, and she wanted to check out the new equipment they’d just received. Besides, she yearned for some solitude after last weekend’s trip with a group of rowdy college kids. “Christian’s better suited for these guys.”

I can’t wait until my copy arrives to see what happens.How can readers find you on the Internet?

www.robincaroll.com and follow me on facebook: facebook.com/author.robincaroll and twitter: robincaroll

Thank you, Robin, for sharing this book with us. You know that I love your books.

Readers, here’s a link to the book.

http://www.amazon.com/Torrents-Destruction-Robin-Caroll/dp/0692457976/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1435262938&sr=8-1&keywords=Robin+Caroll&pebp=1435262957846&perid=00M5Y63NG2T2AK52YVC2

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THE ATLANTIS DECEPTION - Nick Thacker - 4 Ebooks and 2 Audiobooks

Note to my readers: These books were written by a Christian author for the general. It's possible there may be a few elements in them that are objectionable to you.

Welcome, Nick. Tell us how much of yourself you write into your characters.

A lot. I get this question a lot, too, and I think that’s probably the best way to answer it. I’ve actually never been very good at “characters,” as I tend to be moved more toward plot and leave the characters struggling without me. However, I’ve been specifically on building more believable characters with my most recent books, and to do that I’ve been inserting a little bit of my personality into each of them. I’m not sure I’ve nailed it each time, but it’s fun trying to explore the particular aspects of “me” that gets into each of them.

What is the quirkiest thing you have ever done?

Hmm, wow. I don’t know. Probably more things than I’ll ever admit, though I’m not sure if the question wants me to include “stupidest” things as well… Once story my writer friend Will Flora likes to tell is about the time (in college, obviously) some friends of mine and I tried to hang a poker table from our dorm ceiling on a pulley system that elegantly descended when we wanted to play.

It didn’t… work.

When did you first discover that you were a writer?

I hesitantly gave myself that label only after I finished my first book, The Golden Crystal. It wasn’t any good, hadn’t been edited (or rewritten), and generally lacked focus. I had a hard time believing that something like that could make me a writer.

But I eventually came around to the idea, as I kept blogging and teaching anyone who would listen that “you’re a writer if you write.” That was a good enough definition to give to them, so I realized it needed to be a good enough definition for me as well, or it was a double standard.

Tell us the range of the kinds of books you enjoy reading.

I’m picky, but mostly because I know I only have a limited amount of time to read (I thought having a kid would allow me to read while changing diapers, feeding bottles, and while they slept. I was… wrong.). My favorite authors are James Rollins (shoutout Jim!), Matthew Reilly, Dan Brown, and Jeremy Robinson, as I like that particular blend of history/science fiction, worldwide adventure, and lots of nonstop action.

That said, I’ve been broadening my horizons quite a bit these last few months as I’ve been writing more sci-fi and techno thrillers, so I’ve been reading things like Leviathan Wakes, the Avagadro Corp thrillers, and some other related books that pop up as recommendations at Amazon.

How do you keep your sanity in our run, run, run world?

Margin is extremely important to me, and even though I’m never going to be perfect at keeping a good balance, I’ve gotten a lot better after I’ve started focusing and scheduling it. Seriously – scheduling things like fun, hanging out, and date night sounds like a no-brainer, but so many people just wait for “time.”

I’ll give you a hint: no one has time. You make time. If it’s important, make the time. People ask me all the time how I have time to write. My answer? No one does. I just chose to add it to my schedule late at night and sometimes early in the morning, and I’ve given up some other things I could be doing instead. There’s really no “magic secret” to it!

How do you choose your characters’ names?

Good question! I am terrible with names. Often I use the first name that comes to mind, but sometimes that comes back to bite me. After I finished The Depths and my editor sent it back, she told me the last thing she wanted to change was “all the ‘J’ names.” I had named 90% of my characters a name that started with ‘J.’ She gave me a few alternate ideas (Jason became Mark, Jesse became Reese), and I used Scrivener’s built-in name generator to come up with the rest.

What is the accomplishment that you are most proud of?

I wrote a symphony when I was 17 – I don’t talk about it much because “writing symphonies as a child” rarely comes up in conversation.

If you were an animal, which one would you be, and why?

Probably a tortoise or a sea turtle. Since Finding Nemo is an accurate portrayal of the life of sea turtles, it seems like they have a pretty chill life. Tortoises are just awesome, and I can’t imagine being disappointed if my job was to “have to walk around slowly and sleep and eat a lot” my entire life.

What is your favorite food?

Contrary to my answer above, it’s not grass or flowers. I like steak – medium-rare ribeye with a side of fully-loaded baked potato. And bacon. And carbohydrates.

What is the problem with writing that was your greatest roadblock, and how did you overcome it?

Finishing the book. When I started The Golden Crystal, I got stuck in the middle and had no idea what to do to finish it. I took a multi-month hiatus and read as many books on outlining and planning a novel as I could find. I re-outlined the entire book, and tried to get as granular as possible using Dwight Swain’s “scenes and sequels” method (see Techniques of the Selling Writer), then tried again.

It wasn’t easy, but it was possible. I finished the first book and haven’t stopped since!

Tell us about the featured book.

Amazon Publishing called me out the blue and asked me to write a book in A.G. Riddle’s Atlantis Origins world for the launch of his Kindle Worlds world. He’d had a lot of success with the three-book series, and I was flattered he’d recommended me, so I said yes.

…the catch was that I had to finish the thing in a month. I hadn’t even finished reading Riddle’s second and third books, and I had to write, edit, and design the entire book. Long story short, I finished it and was extremely happy with how it turned out.

It’s been described as “Jurassic Park in space,” which is certainly flattering but hard to live up to. I think it’s fun to read, it’s short, and Kindle Worlds has it priced at $1.99, so it’s easy to get started!

Please give us the first page of the book.

Here’s the first chapter:

The look on the man's face told her everything she needed to know. His eyebrows were creased in a dark, brooding sort of way, and his eyes were glassy. Aware, yet distant all at once, as if he'd just been given a death sentence.

And a death sentence, at least for their research funding, might be exactly what they would receive upon their arrival back home.

“What?” she asked him. “You were in the meeting, and you heard the results.”

“The results?” He shot back. “The results were almost unanimous. Except for a few of those dreadfully incompetent volunteers, we decided this was far too risky.”

“Those ‘incompetent’ volunteers are the reason we’re allowed out here in the first place,” Isis said. She knew she had stretched the truth a little, but she was content with her response. She also knew Mercer couldn’t disagree.

His jaw tensed, then relaxed, an ongoing cycle of teeth-clenching and unclenching that told Isis everything she needed to know.

He knows I’m right, but he still doesn’t like it.

“I still don’t like it,” Mercer said. His voice had dropped now to a conversational level.

She nodded. “I don’t either, Mercer. You of all people should know that. How long have we been doing this?”

The question was meant as rhetorical, but Mercer seemed to be searching for an answer. “In local years?”

She waited.

“Twenty years since I signed on. Same as you.”

A thousand years, at least, on their home world.

“Twenty years. And during those twenty years, how often have I been inclined to do something rash?”

Isis let her shoulders slump, and her voice lost its edge. “Mercer, I do believe there’s scientific value here. We all do.”

She turned to the wall panel next to her and spoke a command. A voice echoed in response through speakers hidden in the walls and ceiling of the massive hallway. “Janus is currently in his quarters. Would you like me to alert him?” Mercer raised an eyebrow.

“No, thank you.” Isis turned back to Mercer. “You should discuss this with him. He’ll be at dinner, but I’d suggest bringing it up after, when you can catch him alone. You don’t want a repeat of this morning.”

Mercer nodded, then turned abruptly and began walking toward his room. Isis watched him for a moment, the broad-shouldered man receding around the slight bend in the hallway.

The hallway, stretching around the massive arc at the center of the ship, housed everything from the crew and scientists’ quarters to the research labs, medical facilities, and engineering and maintenance rooms. It was a giant circle, joining itself back at the front of the vessel at the bridge and main flight deck.

Rax and Galene would be there now, prepping the ship for its return voyage and setting the proper coordinates. Much of the flight was completely automated, thanks to the centralized intelligence of the ship's computer. Takeoff, flight prep, and landing, however, were usually considered good times to "check in" on control status, systems, and any troubleshooting needs the computer would display.

Isis walked toward the flight deck, opposite the direction of Mercer’s room. Her room was adjacent to Janus’, one of the perks of being second-in-command. The rooms shared a floor plan and each was twice the size of the other quarters. All of the rooms on the ship were equally well-appointed, providing their inhabitants with a full suite of entertainment, medical, and research tools for individual needs. They were comfortable, luxurious, and connected into the standardized communications array the ship used.

It was always surprising to Isis how little time they all spent in their rooms. They were certainly communal creatures, evidenced by the fact that almost all research was conducted in the multipurpose labs, meals were consumed in the the dining hallreas, and the preferred style of recreation among the team was an intellectual team game of some sort.

Isis and Janus were different, though. She’d known Janus longer than she’d known the rest of their small team, and his reputation for being a reclusive genius was not altogether untrue. He was much kinder than she’d originally expected, and he wasn’t one to shy away from interaction, but she felt he was happiest alone in his room, his own thoughts and the computer’s AI his only companionship.

Isis too was far more individualistic than her counterparts. Their society was massively social, grown over thousands of years to be networked, organized, and people-centric. Interstellar exploration wasn’t a very crowded line of work, and she found herself in the midst of fewer and fewer crew members and scientists with every departure.

She reached her room and the door immediately slid open, aware of her presence. The lights faded on, gently aligning themselves to her programmed preferences for this time of the day.

The computer spoke with the same soft voice they were all familiar with. “Isis, would you like a preview of tonight’s scheduled activities?”

She shook her head.

The computer read the movement and processed her nonverbal cues. The lights dimmed slightly, and the wall at the corner of the room swiveled inward and revealed her casual wardrobe.

The small closet featured only two options: a casual, two piece outfit of a single gray color, and the field-ready version she was wearing now, with a hardened exterior and light, stretched fabric bottoms. This set was the clothing choice the crew wore most of the time, as it was more versatile for the myriad of tasks a scientist or engineer would need to perform during their working hours.

Isis stripped out of the fieldsuit and dressed in one of the casual sets. She placed the dirty clothes at the bottom of the wardrobe on a bench-like section that would recede into the wall, clean the uniform, and hang it to be worn again.

When she finished, she sat down on the bed in the center of the room.

“I am sensing unusual levels of stress,” the computer said. “A combination of 37 local minutes of REM sleep and three units of Beramin should be enough to —”

Isis waved her hand left to right across her chest and the computer immediately stopped.

“Thank you, but I’m fine,” she said. As someone who usually preferred solitude, it was always surprising to Isis when she felt herself longing for someone to talk with. It might be her nature to seek solace, but it was her species’ nature to seek camaraderie. This internal struggle was one she’d considered her entire life — what were the peculiar genetics that allowed an organism the complexity to battle with itself? To allow one to feel loneliness even in the midst of knowing that being alone was what made it truly happy?

The gene sequences that governed her own unique character began to spill into her mind. She’d memorized the general traits that differentiated her from everyone else long ago, a sort of homage to her passion for genetics.

But quickly the comforting, itemized data turned into a barrage of unwarranted, unexpected emotion.

The confrontation with Mercer, Janus’ quiet retreat to his room, the reaction from the volunteers, all of it. Isis had her own feelings on the matter, but it wasn’t her place to inject her own opinion into the mix. They looked to her for…

For what?

Janus was the team lead and the one most capable of making decisions. But even he turned to her, his second-in-command, for the difficult decisions.

They trusted her.

But did she trust herself?

How can readers find you on the Internet?

I’m easy to find – thankfully, “Nick Thacker” isn’t a common name. Google can get you most places, but I have a personal site (three free books available to download!) at nickthacker.com, a writing/self-publishing blog at writehacked.com, and an Amazon.com author page as well.  

Thank you, Nick, for sharing your work with us.

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Nick said: I’ll not only give away The Atlantis Deception, but I’ll give away The Depths, The Golden Crystal, and The Enigma Strain in ebook format. I can also offer The Depths and The Golden Crystal in professional audiobook format.

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UNLIKELY MERGER - Marji Laine - One free Book

Dear Readers, here’s another collection from Write Intgrity Press. They are always a fun read!

Bio: Marji Laine is a wife and homeschooling mom with teenage twins left in the nest. Having just released her debut novella Grime Beat, she spends her non-writing time transporting to and from volleyball, directing high school classes at a local coop, and leading the children’s music program at her church. From suburban Dallas, she loves to create scintillating suspense with a side of Texas sassy. She invites readers to unravel their inspiration, seeking a deeper knowledge of the Lord’s Great Mystery that invites us all.

Welcome back, Marji. I know that this is a collaboration. How did this story come about?

I love answering that question. This is the third book in a series of stand-alone collaborations. The first, A Dozen Apologies, had a heroine who met with 12 different men. The readers chose the man they liked the best, and he won the girl. The 2nd place guy became the next book star and The Love Boat Bachelor was born. The hero was stuck on a single’s cruise with women constantly surrounding him, but he met a different special lady at each port of call. Again the readers decided on their favorite who ultimately married the hero. The 2nd place gal in that vote was my heroine, Mercy Lacewell. So this is her book, Unlikely Merger.

Did you find it easy to work together on it?

You know, it’s really amazing how it all works together. I got to be on the inside a little more than normal because I needed to help with character continuity. But it amazed me how the authors grasped the concept and characters and did an outstanding job with their individual chapters. And with this book, we offered the chance for a new author to come on board and join us. Out of all the submissions, we actually chose two and those blend perfectly, just like the others. Seamless. If you didn’t know there were 10 authors, you’d never guess it on your own.

I just finished reading The Love Boat Bachelor, and it’s amazing how the stories blend together. How did collaborating with this team impact you?

It’s inspiring to see how each of the authors dug into her chapter. In the book, Mercy visits a number of different businesses on behalf of her father’s company. The authors got to choose the businesses for their chapters and the places. Incredible! The diversity is amazing. And some of the businesses are downright genius!

I can hardly wait to read this new one. What is the hardest thing about writing as a team?

Timing issues. The more people working on a project, the more schedules come into play. Other books were coming out, some authors were traveling or dealing with family issues. Sometimes I have trouble just scheduling lunch with a friend and there are only 2 of us. Compound that to 10 authors and add in editors as well and time becomes a huge issue. But happily, the book cranked off right on schedule!

What are you reading right now?

I’m currently reading Beth Goddard’s latest, Backfire, but by the time you post this, I’ll have reviewed it at the Suspense Sisters review page. My next book might be Margaret Brownley’s Undercover Bride. That sounds like a fun one.

How did you choose your characters’ names?

I really worked hard on Mercy’s name. I searched for a name that meant compassionate and found the name Dara, but I had a bit of a problem with that name because it is so like the heroine in A Dozen Apologies, Mara, who broke the hero’s heart. So my editor suggested Mercy, which also means compassionate. I loved the name!

Would you want to work on another book together?

I always enjoy these collaborations. This time I’m getting to work with several whom I’ve worked with before: Jennifer Hallmark, Fay Lamb, Betty Owens, Phee Paradise, Pat Dyer, and I love working with Tracy Ruckman, editor at Write Integrity Press. I’m also delighted to be working with an online bud, Julie Arduini, and Carole Towriss, who is one of my critique partners. Our other two authors are excellent! Suzy Moore and Rachel Tear. I’m looking forward to getting to know them better. But I’d be thrilled to work with any/all of them again. This is a fun group!

What do you want to tell us about the book?

Well, during Mercy’s Caribbean cruise (The Love Boat Bachelor) she nurses her ailing father who is recuperating from a stroke. But Unlikely Merger finds him better, stronger, and back to working at his office.

No longer needed as her father’s nurse, Mercy Lacewell attempts to step into his shoes at his acquisitions firm. That means travel, engaging strangers, and making final decisions—nothing she feels equipped to do. If her best friend has her way, Mercy will simply marry one of the single, available men she meets, but they overwhelm her. So handsome and kind. And so many. Even if she felt obliged, how could she ever choose?

Should she shove all attraction aside and focus on her father’s business, or is God warming her heart with the possibility of forever?

Please give us the first page of the book.

Lacewell Limited, Denver, Colorado

Mercy Lacewell turned away from her computer’s flat-screen and faced the open doorway of her office. The squeak of her father’s wheelchair in the hallway was unmistakable. He lifted his hand as he rounded the entrance. “Darts or Tiddly-Winks?”

“Huh?” Had she heard him right?

His administrative assistant, Madeline Conroy, gave the door a shove with her foot as she followed him in. “See there, you’re confusing her.” She marched to Mercy’s desk and began setting her files and paperwork aside.

“What are you doing?” Seemed like Mercy never knew what her dad wanted from her nowadays. Taking on the position at Lacewell Limited when Daddy decided to return to work threw her into an unfamiliar environment, but at least Madeline came with the job. The petite lady practically ran the company by herself, and she’d been almost a mother to Mercy.

His blue eyes twinkled. “Thought I might do something for you.”

Oh, dear. The last time he said that, he wanted to go on a cruise to visit his friend in St. Maarten. Enjoyable as it was, she didn’t need another vacation, especially after only a week at her dad’s company. “Okay? What’s on your mind?” She stood. Her bangs flopped over her eyes, and she pushed them back, tucking the longest behind her ear.

He set a folded packet on her desk and scooted aside a penholder. Madeline unfolded the paper and spread it flat.

“A map?” Exactly what she feared. How could she leave again, now, when she was only starting to understand her new position?

“Not a simple map, sugar. All of these yellow marks”—he ran his hand over the map of the United States—”are potential additions to our company’s repertoire.”

So many places. “How do you choose where to go?”

He shrugged. “Going back to my original question. Darts or Tiddly-Winks?”

She rolled her eyes, and he chuckled.

Madeline laid a dime on Denver. “You won’t need to make any of the in-town visits. Your dad can take care of these places.”

Mercy stifled a groan. Not that she didn’t enjoy helping Dad, even during his travel. But she floundered right now, with no sense of direction for her life. And she’d finally experienced some success at this job. At least enough to wrap her mind around her new duties.

“Well?” Dad tilted his head to the side.

“Oh, you want me to choose the destination.” She picked up the dime. This wasn’t her preferred way of making a decision, but her dad had to do the actual evaluating.

“I thought you should.” He folded his hands in his lap. “Since you’re the one who’s going.”

She flinched, and the dime toppled to the smooth carpet. Mercy retrieved it but couldn’t fathom what her father was thinking. She blinked and stared at the coin.

“Sorry.” Madeline straightened the map. “I couldn’t find a Tiddly-Wink, and I didn’t think you’d want to use a dart on your new desk.

“But …” Synapses slowed. Choosing the businesses for investment or purchase was the most crucial task that Dad had done. “I thought Uncle Thomas took care of that.” He had since Dad’s stroke.

“Tom’s retired, sugar. He’s been a great help this last year, but I don’t want to burden him.”

Mercy gave her head a shake. “So you want me to visit all these places?” Put her life on hold again?

Sounds interesting. Where can our readers find you on the Internet?

I’m at MarjiLaine.com and on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, and Goodreads, and they can find me at my Amazon Author page as well.

Thank you, Marji, for sharing this new book with us.

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HUTTERITE DIARIES - Linda Maendel - One Free Book

Dear Readers, there is a lot of interest in the Amish and Mennonites right now. I knew both of these groups came from the historical group Anabaptists. That’s all I knew about. However, I met a couple of women who are German Baptists that also came from the Anabaptists. This book is memoir that gives us a peek into another group—the Hutterites.

Welcome, Linda. What would you like for our readers to know about you personally?

I’ve lived on a Hutterite colony my entire life, and love it! When I’m not working in our school, I enjoy reading, writing, or spending time with my two nephews and niece. During the summer months, I also enjoy gardening. I have one flower garden in front of our house, and I also plant and tend the flowers in the community cemetery.

Tell us about your family.

I have five sisters and one brother, and we all live on the same colony. My mom lives here too. My dad has passed away. While my immediate family is in the same colony, I have a host of uncles, aunts, and cousins in many other colonies all over Manitoba and in South Dakota as well.

Have you written other nonfiction books?

I’ve written a German children’s book, Lindas glücklicher Tag, (Linda’s Happy Day). It’s about a childhood memory when my uncle made me a sled. My sister, Sonia illustrated it.

Do you have any other books in the works right now?

Only in my dreams, at this point. Right now, I think it’s best for me to celebrate Hutterite Diaries, and see how that goes. If it does well, which is what I hope, I may consider writing another one. But at this point, I don’t know what that might be.

What kinds of hobbies and leisure activities do you enjoy?

Besides reading and writing, I sometimes crochet and do a little bit of sewing. In the past I’ve also done some scrapbooking. I enjoy going for long walks, sometimes with a camera to capture some of the beautiful things in nature I happen to see.

Why did you write the featured book?

I love to write and when Herald Press gave me the opportunity to be part of their Plainspoken Series, I grabbed it. There are very few books about Hutterites, written by Hutterites and I firmly believe that should change. For no one can tell our stories like we can. From what I’ve learned since my book got published, there are many people who’ve never heard, or know very little about Hutterites. People seem very interested in our communal way of life, and tell me they’re grateful that I’ve shared my stories with them.

I know my blog readers will be very interested, too. What do you want the reader to take away from the book?

I want readers to get a glimpse of my Christian community. I hope my collection of stories does that; may they come away a little wiser in regards to their knowledge of Hutterites and that they enjoy reading my book.

That’s what all us authors hope that very same thing. Is there anything you’d like to tell my readers about you or your book?

Since Hutterite Diaries has been released, it’s been gratifying to read many reviews, and have many others tell me verbally and via my blog how much they’ve enjoyed it. As much as I enjoyed the writing and revising stages, this part of the journey is definitely an added bonus. My sincere thanks to everyone who’s taken an interest in my book and my Hutterite life, and for taking time to share your thoughts with me.

One of the lovely surprises since my book’s release is the fact that it’s been on a bestseller list for two weeks straight now. June the 3^rd, I had a launch at Grant Park McNally Robinson in Winnipeg, which resulted in Hutterite Diaries making their bestseller list the last two weeks. I knew there would be people interested in my book, but never dreamed of it making it on to any bestseller lists.

Where on the Internet can the readers find you?

Twitter: @HuttWriteVoice and on my blog: http://hutt-writevoice.blogspot.com

Thank you so much for sharing this book with us, Linda.

Readers, here’s a link to the book.

http://www.amazon.com/Hutterite-Diaries-Prairie-Community-Plainspoken/dp/0836199464/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1435195344&sr=8-1&keywords=hutterite+diaries&pebp=1435195353935&perid=1F5ESK1CBYGYPS3HDDPS

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WHERE DID I DISAPPEAR TO?

Dear Readers, I have not abandoned you.

I've had another serious problem with my knee that wasn't replaced. I've missed a week's worth of interviews. I will catch up as quickly as I can. 

Now I will have that knee replaced, hopefully next week. I will work at trying not to miss any more posts. But, if I do, please bear with me.

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EVERY BRIDE NEEDS A GROOM - Janice Thompson - One Free Book

Dear Readers, Janice Thompson is one of my longtime, dear friends. We both live in Texas, but she’s in the Houston area and I’m in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. We’ve spent many special times together, and we’ve prayed each other through a lot of things, both good times and hard times. We started writing for the same publisher over a decade ago. And we’ve grown in our writing skills.

Now she writes romantic comedy. Every Bride Needs a Groom, her latest book, is one of my favorites. I loved, loved, loved the characters, and I’ve been in the places where the book is set. It was so true to the Texas setting. And I laughed so much during this book. I know you will, too.

Only one person can win the free book. If you’re not the one, you need to get your hands on the book somehow. It’s a bright, funny story that will lift you up.

BOOK SYNOPSIS:

Small-town girl Katie Fisher is planning her wedding. Sure, her boyfriend hasn't managed to pop the question just yet, but that doesn't mean she shouldn't enter a contest in Texas Bride magazine to win the dress of her dreams, right? But when her boyfriend breaks up with her and takes a job in another town—the very same day Katie wins her dream dress—her world is turned upside down. Should she claim her prize? And will the hunky former pro-basketball player who runs the swanky Dallas bridal shop—yeah, you read that right—catch on to her humiliation if she does?

Welcome back, Janice. Tell us a little about yourself and your background.

I’m a Christian author from the Houston area. I’ve been writing for about twenty years now and have over 100 books (both fiction and non-fiction). I’m pretty passionate about my family. I have four daughters, four sons-in-law and eight grandchildren (so far). No doubt we’ll have more in the next few years.

How did you become interested in writing?         

My mother is a voracious reader. I grew up going to the library. My dad (who passed away in ’06) loved stories. He wrote screenplays and country-western songs. I believe I got my passion for stories from both of my parents. I started writing in 1994 and my first book was published in 2000. It’s been quite a ride!

What compelled you to write a book on this subject?

The idea for Every Bride Needs a Groom came from my agent, Chip MacGregor. He told me a story about a friend of his who took over his mother’s bridal shop while she was going through cancer treatment. I thought the idea of a man running a bridal shop was clever (especially a reluctant man) but needed a different angle. In my story, Brady James (the hero) is a pro basketball player (Mavericks) and can’t play because he blows out his knee. He ends up at Cosmopolitan Bridal to help his mother, dress designer Nadia James. Along the way he meets (and falls for) the heroine, Katie.

What is the main theme or point that you want readers to understand from reading your book? Are there any other themes present in the book?

The primary theme is that life doesn’t always work out the way you think: sometimes it works out better. There are also several other themes: big town versus small town, homebodies versus road-trippers, and so on.                                                                                                                                                                       

Are there some specific lessons you hope readers will learn and apply to their lives after reading your book?

I hope they learn that people are capable of change, even when they think they’re not. I also hope they learn to laugh as they read this fun-loving story.

What makes your book different than any other books similar to yours that are in circulation today?

Probably the thing that sets most of my books apart from others in the market is the humor. I love to pull from the fun things in life and add comedic bits to my stories to give readers “Calgon, take me away” moments.     

How does the book intertwine with God’s call on your life and how you are currently serving Him?

I’m at an interesting place in my writing journey. I was called to write in the ’90s and have been faithfully responding to that call ever since. That said, things have been moving so fast that it’s hard to keep up. Part of my current “call” is to spend more time taking care of myself and less time racing toward the deadline. That means I’ll probably be cutting back a bit.                                                                                                                                                                              

Do you have a favorite Scripture verse?

Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for ever and ever! Amen. Ephesians 3:20-21 NIV

When you are not writing, what do you like to do? Do you have any hobbies?

I love to bake cakes and cookies. I spend several hours a week designing both. I love the cakes, but the specialty cookies (hand-painted) are my favorite!   

As we close, is there anything else you would like to add?

It is possible to follow your dreams. I’ve had the dream of being a published author for many, many years and trusted God to open the right doors in the right time. He’s done just that! He’s closed quite a few, too, which is always hard, but learning to trust (even in the tough times) has been part of the journey that I wouldn’t trade.

Where can my readers find you on the Internet?

Facebook: JaniceHannaThompson

Website: www.janiceathompson.com

Twitter: booksbyjanice

Thank you, Janice, for sharing this book with us. It's always a joy for me to share your stories with my blog readers.

Readers, here are links to the book. By using one when you order, you help support this blog.
Every Bride Needs a Groom - Christianbook.com
Every Bride Needs a Groom: A Novel (Brides with Style) - Amazon
Every Bride Needs a Groom (Brides with Style Book #1): A Novel - Kindle

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HEARTS MADE WHOLE - Jody Hedlund - One Free Book, Plus More

Bio: Jody Hedlund is a best-selling and award-winning author who loves history and happily-ever-afters. She makes her home in Midland, MI with her husband and five children. When she's not writing another of her page-turning stories, you can usually find her sipping coffee, eating chocolate, and reading.

Welcome, Jody. How do you manage to balance your life as a full time author and mom to five busy children?

It’s definitely not easy to manage my busy household of five children and squeeze in time for writing. But fortunately my husband is very helpful and pitches in to help wherever possible. We really work together as a team to support each other in our pursuits and work.

For example, when he's home he often takes over the household responsibilities, runs kids to activities, and pitches in with homeschooling so that I can have concentrated blocks of time to write.

We've also simplified our home life and outside commitments as much as possible. We expect our children to shoulder responsibilities around the home. And last but certainly not least, I rely upon my mom for lots of help too. She helps homeschool, cook meals, and even runs my kids to activities.

Do you ever get writer's block? How do you work your way past it?

No, fortunately, I rarely get writer’s block. I give myself a daily word count of how much I need to write, and I stick to it as best as I can. Whatever amount I miss one day, I try to make up on another day of that week. Having the daily/weekly goals helps keep me going even when I’m not in the mood.

However, if I ever get into a slump, I put in my earbuds and listen to music. The steady rhythm helps me block out distractions, inspires me, and often evokes strong emotions deep inside me.

Do you do a lot of research for your novels? Do you do it before, in the middle, or after you write your novel.

Since I write historicals, research is an integral part of my writing process. I usually spend anywhere between 4-6 weeks on initial research, reading biographies, getting a feel for the time period, and digging into the meat that will comprise the plot of my book.

Once I start writing the first draft, I have to stop from time to time to do a little more research, particularly if I switch settings within the story. But usually, if I don’t know something, I’ll highlight it and then do more research during my editing phase.

How do you name each character?

The process of coming up with names is quite complicated, and I generally take a lot of elements into consideration. I keep a running list of all the heroes and heroines of my books and try not to duplicate anything too closely to a name I've already used.

I also take into consideration names used doing the time period and the ethnicity of my characters. For example, in my first lighthouse book Love Unexpected, I chose Irish names that were commonly used during the 1800's because both of the main characters had an Irish heritage.

Sometimes I consider symbolism for names. Other times, particularly in my inspired-by stories, I try to pick a name that is similar to the character from history that I'm portraying.

What essential ingredients do you strive for in your novels to ensure an authentic love story emerges?

I always try to incorporate the elements that I like to see in the romances I read. That includes deep emotions that are birthed out of a character's past. I also like to have a relationship that evolves organically throughout the book. I try not to have my characters being antagonistic to one another the whole book and then finally falling in love in the last chapter at the last minute. I want the couple to move from friendship to falling in love gradually and to have a growing attraction (with the sparks flying!) throughout the book.

At the same time, however, I don't like to have the love relationship resolve too early in the book. Readers don't want the "happily-ever-after" moment to come until the end. So while the relationship is developing, it's important to find ways to keep the couple from being fully together until the end.

What stands out in your mind about what has made you grow the most as a writer?
If I had to narrow down one specific thing that has helped the most in my quest for publication, I’d have to say this: My careful, ongoing, and thorough study and practice of writing techniques has been the single most beneficial aspect of my writing career.

In other words, I read writing craft books, studied fiction-writing basics, and then put what I learned into practice. All the studying has been the number one thing to help me in my writing career.

What Scripture verse has inspired you in your writing?

Among many, here’s one I aspire to live by: Whatever your hand finds to do, do it with all your might. (Ecc. 9:10) I believe in working responsibly and hard with the gifts we’ve been given.

What do you do to get away from it all?

READ!! I absolutely love reading! When I find a really good book, I have a hard time tearing myself away from it to get to sleep.

What is your family up to these days?

My husband and I are celebrating 24 years of marriage this summer! Yay! My oldest son is graduating from high school and will be attending a private Christian college in the fall, Cedarville University in Ohio. My twins will be turning 16 during the summer and getting their driver's licenses. Since they are involved in SO many activities, I'm looking forward to them driving themselves places! My youngest two children have completed 4th and 6th grade and in an Adventures In Odyssey phase. I think they've listened to just about every episode that's ever been made!

Tell us about the featured book.

Can she forgive the hurting man who costs her the role she loves?

After her father’s death, Caroline Taylor has grown confident running the Windmill Point Lighthouse. But in 1865 Michigan, women aren’t supposed to have such roles, so it’s only a matter of time before the lighthouse inspector appoints a new keeper–even though Caroline has nowhere else to go and no other job available to her.

Ryan Chambers is a Civil War veteran still haunted by the horrors of battle. He’s secured the position of lighthouse keeper mostly for the isolation–the chance to hide from his past is appealing. He’s not expecting the current keeper to be a feisty and beautiful woman who’s angry with him for taking her job and for his inability to properly run the light. When his failings endanger others, he and Caroline realize he’s in no shape to run the lighthouse, but he’s unwilling to let anyone close enough to help. Caroline feels drawn to this wounded soul, but with both of them relying on that single position, can they look past their loss to a future filled with hope…and possibly love?

Please give us the first page of the book.

Windmill Point Lighthouse

Michigan, May 1865

A distant flash of lightning crisscrossed the darkening skies of the west, followed by the call of a nearby loon. “I don’t think you should set out.” Caroline Taylor clutched her shawl tighter against a cool gust that wrestled with it. “The storm’s coming fast.”

Her father shoved the rowboat across the gravelly shore of Lake St. Clair. “We’ll be fine,” he said over his broad shoulder. “We’ll beat the storm. Besides, I’ve crossed this lake in more storms that I can count.”

The old doctor already waited on a bench inside the cutter, clasping his top hat and fighting with the wind to keep it on his head. “I can’t stay any longer, Caroline,” the doctor said. “I’ve done all I can for your sister.”

How can readers find you on the Internet?

I hang out on Facebook here: Author Jody Hedlund

I also love to chat on Twitter: @JodyHedlund

My home base is at my website: jodyhedlund.com

For lots of fun pictures, follow me on Pinterest: pinterest.com/jodyhedlund

I get personal on Instagram: instagram.com/JodyHedlund/

Or you're welcome to email me at: jodyhedlund@jodyhedlund.com

Jody Hedlund's Afternoon at the Beach Giveaway

Thank you, Jody, for sharing this new book with us, and I know my readers will want to sign up for the giveaway.
Readers, here are links to the book. By using one when you order, you help support this blog. Hearts Made Whole - Christianbook.com
Hearts Made Whole (Beacons of Hope) - Amazon
Hearts Made Whole (Beacons of Hope Book #2) - Kindle

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