Epic Book Launch: The Road to Chidarra by Keith B. Perrin

About the Book

Book: The Road to Chidarra
Author: Keith B. Perrin
Release Date: December 14, 2016

The Road to Chidarra, is a Christian fantasy novel based in an age when men worshipped at the altar of their cruel masters the gods, and feared the monsters and strange beings who plagued their lands with malice and terror. The cries of the people are heard, and a stranger is sent from afar to guide, protect, and bring peace to the lands. This however, comes at great cost, for the dark powers do not give in so easily, and the struggle for freedom as always, is paved with blood and sacrifice.

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Book Excerpt

The figure rested for a few seconds, picked up the lantern, and slowly walked through the dark and damp crevice. Strange markings and symbols were visible but faded on the floor and walls by the dulling light of the lantern. Deeper and deeper, he went in the mountain before coming to a room that the lantern barely illuminates. More dust and grime covered symbols, and writings are seen on the walls, with carvings of strange beasts and faces of men from long ago. Putting the lantern up to the wall, the light reveals faded wall paintings of ancient kingdoms and battles that have now been forgotten, along with otherworldly creatures that would seem to be of one’s fantasy or dreams, if not nightmare, as if to issue a warning for those who come across them. The figure wipes away dust and grime from the paintings with his hand to see a scratched, tarnished mural that showed a fierce giant battling a lone warrior and celestial beings dwelling among the stars. The air became rank, and the figure decided to move on, looking for another path until he spied dust-covered stairs carved out of rock, spiraling upward.

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All Excerpts

Excerpt One: https://coverloverbookreview.blogspot.com/2024/08/the-road-to-chidarra.html

Excerpt Two: https://lakesidelivingsite.wordpress.com/2024/08/07/the-road-to-chidarra-by-keith-b-perrin-epic-book-launch/

Excerpt Three: https://moments-of-beauty.blogspot.com/2024/08/epic-book-launch-road-to-chidarra.html

Excerpt Four: https://www.guildmaster97.com/posts/the-road-to-chidarra-epic-book-launch-excerpt/

Excerpt Five: https://www.amoderndayfairytale.net/2024/08/the-road-to-chidarra-epic-book-launch.html

Excerpt Six: https://blossomsandblessings.blogspot.com/2024/08/road-to-chidarra-by-keith-b-perrin-epic.html

Excerpt Seven: https://www.artistwriterandstudentohmy.com/posts/the-road-to-chidarra-epic-book-launch/

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About the Author

Keith Perrin is a Christian Author who loves to tell biblical truths in an entertaining imaginative way, without compromising the reality of the scriptures, which will inspire people to discover the Bible and The Lord Jesus Christ for themselves. Growing up he watched tons of super hero cartons, Saturday afternoon science fiction and monster movies, plus reading marvel comics. His day dreaming and wild imagination would have him experience all sorts of adventures. Soon he would put those adventures to paper, drawing and writing stories of all sorts. By far his biggest inspiration was reading the bible and bible stories at a young age that drew him closer in his relationship with this awesome God who worked might miracles and showed redemption and forgiveness to the flawed people in those stories. Flawed people just like himself. Keith’s calling is to love God, share the Gospel to all who would hear and use his talents to to produce fruit for the Kingdom of God!

Epic Book Launch: The Luck of the Draw by Kate Darroch

About the Book

Book: The Luck of the Draw

Author: Kate Darroch

Genre: Humorous British Detective Story

Release Date: August 9, 2024

Hunt’s back in court – as the defendant! Why is our suave hero in hot water? Can his friend and colleague Genie-Penny save him yet again? Will she want to? Or is Hunt playing a deep double game? Find out in The Luck of the Draw.

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Book Excerpt

My use of her real name signals that the fun and games are over.

She puts her teacup down on its saucer, carefully, and swivels in my direction. She even stops typing. Whatever this is about, it’s serious.

“Sir NAME has an assignment for you, Hunt.”

Gina sees that I have opened my mouth to refuse, and hurries on, “Don’t bother saying that you won’t do it, Hunt. You know you’ll do whatever John asks you to do.”

Ask? John never asked me to do anything in his life. He orders, and I obey. Like everyone else in the known universe.

“So quit playing around.”

Gina turns back to her screen and starts typing again.

I could demur, but I won’t. Because she’s right. The reason I’m back in the IT department is that John came to Upper Shrewsbury for the express purpose of hauling me out of my local, The Bird in Nest (where I had been quietly enjoying a G&T when he appeared) and putting me to work. Nobody says ‘No’ to John. Not if they want to keep the use of their fingers.

Our Operations Controller rushes on, “It’s two weeks in Las Vegas, Hunt. Well, maybe a bit longer. You know you’ll have a wonderful time there.”

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All Excerpts:

Excerpt One: https://www.artistwriterandstudentohmy.com/posts/the-luck-of-the-draw-epic-book-launch/

Excerpt Two: https://coverloverbookreview.blogspot.com/2024/07/the-luck-of-draw.html

Excerpt Three: https://lakesidelivingsite.wordpress.com/2024/07/16/the-luck-of-the-draw-epic-book-launch/

Excerpt Four: https://moments-of-beauty.blogspot.com/2024/07/epic-book-launch-luck-of-draw.html

Excerpt Five: https://www.guildmaster97.com/posts/the-luck-of-the-draw-epic-book-launch/

Excerpt Six: https://www.fictionbooklover.com/posts/the-luck-of-the-draw-epic-book-launch/

Excerpt Seven: https://www.amoderndayfairytale.net/2024/07/the-luck-of-draw-epic-book-launch.html

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About the Author

Twice Indie Spotlighted by Publishers Weekly; the 2022 and 2024 winner of the Incipere Award for Christian Fiction, 2022 winner of the Readers Favorite Gold Medal for Humor, and of many mystery book awards, Kate hopes that her readers will enjoy her Màiri Maguire Cozy Mysteries.

Kate also writes Sweets by The Sea, a series of Second Chance for Lasting Love novels that combine the themes of forgiveness, redemption and recovery, set in sleepy Welcombe Bay on the gorgeous Devon coastline. Kate’s readers say these love stories are even sweeter than her Cozies. Thanksgiving in Welcombe Bay, the first book in the series, took First Place in the 2024 Incipere Awards for Christian Fiction and Clean Women’s Fiction; and in the Pencraft Christian Fiction Awards.

Yet it is when writing the Huntingdon Hart Investigates series that Kate has the most fun. Hunt’s story has not been accorded any accolades, but he takes that in his stride – a prophet is never appreciated at home. Although, as Hunt modestly points out, he’s not a prophet, just a genius! A smidgin of prescience, together with skills honed by his earlier service in MI5 and MI6, make Hunt a force to be reckoned with. But not in the eyes of his beloved, the divine Sophia, twenty years his senior and younger than spring, who refuses to take Hunt’s pursuit of her seriously.

Epic Book Launch: Collision Course by Millie Inman

About the Book

Book Title: Collision Course
Author Name: Millie Inman
Genre: Historical Fiction
Release Date: October 19, 2023

The shocking death of the popular Prince of Wales launches his young heir from innocent childhood into a roiling caldron of political jealousy and intrigue. Set in all the glory of mid-eighteenth century England, the child prince is urgently prepared for his estranged grandfather’s throne. Under the wing of his godly tutor-advisor, the youth staggers through an escalating minefield of hazards.

Juxtaposed with the prince’s story, is the life of a down-and-out firebrand statesman considering retirement from public service, including the House of Commons because he’s under the king’s fervent disfavor. As rumors of coup d’etat swirl around the prince, an alliance between the youth and the flagging Member of Parliament (MP) secures hope of a safe ascension. The alliance also catapults the prince’s gentle advisor and the seasoned statesman MP into the two most powerful men in Great Britain. One controls the next king. The other controls Parliament. Then, in the face of escalating war, a shocking twist changes everything.

Collision Course shatters clichés as it treks through England’s finest gardens and dines with kings and statesmen, all the while peering into the universal nature of the human soul and the heartbeat of corrupted constitutional government. This is the true, untold story of alliance, ambition, betrayal, loss, and recovery that set the world stage for the American Revolution.

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Book Excerpt

George sprang up. “The doctors said yesterday Papa had improved!” He bolted out the side door. Tears blurred his vision as he raced across the garden path under a pewter-gray dawn. Chilled March wind tore at his shirttail, biting his midriff and ears. Motion slowed, and sound grew distant. Surely this was only a nightmare! He was only vaguely aware Edward and the stooped old reverend galloped somewhere behind him like a panicked rear guard.

As he lunged up the kitchen steps, Edward’s wailing closed in, tugging him from the ragged dream. The door flung open and several teary servants fell in with the miserable entourage. The room was darker than usual. Colder. The young prince paused, catching his breath while his eyes adjusted. He shivered. The fire had burned low. In the dim light, Mama sat at the table before the hearth with her head buried in her arms. A forlorn lady-in-waiting wept softly nearby.

“Say it isn’t true, Mama!” he gasped, racing to her. She looked up dazedly. He saw her eyes, often red with allergies, swollen to slits. Fear squeezed him, forcing a gasp. She attempted a brave demeanor, stood to greet her sons, and smoothed her skirts over the forming lump in her stomach. Ignoring her delicate condition, George threw himself against her, weeping bitterly.

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All Excerpts

Excerpt One: http://kid-lit.library-lady.blog/epic-book-launch-and-excerpt-collision-course/

Excerpt Two: https://storiesbygina.com/2024/06/30/collision-course-epic-book-launch-with-celebrate-lit-publicity/

Excerpt Three: https://www.guildmaster97.com/posts/collision-course-epic-book-launch-and-excerpt/

Excerpt Four: https://www.fictionbooklover.com/posts/collision-course-epic-book-launch/

Excerpt Five: https://www.artistwriterandstudentohmy.com/posts/collision-course-epic-book-launch/

Excerpt Six: https://moments-of-beauty.blogspot.com/2024/06/epic-book-launch-collision-course-by.html

Excerpt Seven: http://www.simpleharvestreads.com/posts/collision-course-epic-book-launch/

Epic Book Launch: The End Begins by Sara Davison

About the Book

Book Title: The End Begins
Author Name: Sara Davison
Genre: Dystopian Romantic Suspense
Release Date: July 15, 2024

Which of them is the prisoner and which one is free?

Bookstore owner Meryn O'Reilly and Army Captain Jesse Christensen are on opposite sides of a battle. After a series of terrorist attacks in 2053, martial law has been declared in Canada and the military has taken over. When a radical Christian group claims responsibility, Jesse and his platoon are sent to Meryn's city to keep an eye on the Christians and ensure they are not stepping outside the confines of the law.

Fiery and quick-tempered, Meryn chafes under the curfew and other restrictions to her freedom. Jesse is equally amused, intrigued, and terrified by her spirit, knowing she could end up in prison if she shows defiance to the wrong soldier, namely Lieutenant Gallagher.

Jesse watches out for Meryn when possible, although she wants nothing to do with him. His worst fears are realized when she commits a crime he cannot protect her from. Now they both face an uncertain future and the very real threat of losing everything, including their lives.

With time running out, Jesse works feverishly to convince the authorities to show leniency—and to convince Meryn that love can overcome any barrier that lies between them.

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Book Excerpt

After the terrorist attack on the Toronto Stock Exchange in 2034, the Vancouver subway system in 2045, and the numerous cyber-attacks over the past two decades that had temporarily crippled the economy and life in general, the Canadian government had upped the military budget by billions and granted the armed forces much more far-reaching powers than they’d had in the country’s history.

For almost a decade now, since that last massive attack in ’45, the increased military presence had prevented any other large-scale strikes and lowered the crime rates in all the major cities in the country. It helped when the citizens—even those as young as Isaiah and his friends—respected the authority the armed forces now wielded.

The sound of haunting music drifted on the air behind him, and Jesse glanced across the street. A large mosque stood on the other side of the road, its rounded dome gleaming in the sunlight. Men streamed into the building, following the call to prayer playing over a speaker system, the words in Arabic.

A car had slowed behind his jeep and the driver was edging out a little, obviously tempted to maneuver her silver IONIQ around it, even though it was illegal to pass in a school zone.

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All Excerpts

Excerpt One: https://coverloverbookreview.blogspot.com/2024/06/the-end-begins.html

Excerpt Two: https://lakesidelivingsite.wordpress.com/2024/06/26/the-end-begins-epic-book-launch/

Excerpt Three: https://musingsbymaureen.blogspot.com/2024/06/celebrate-lit-presents-end-begins.html

Excerpt Four: https://moments-of-beauty.blogspot.com/2024/06/epic-book-launch-end-begins-by-sara.html

Excerpt Five: https://blossomsandblessings.blogspot.com/2024/06/the-end-begins-by-sara-davison-epic.html

Excerpt Six: https://www.artistwriterandstudentohmy.com/posts/the-end-begins-epic-book-launch/

Excerpt Seven: https://www.amoderndayfairytale.net/2024/06/the-end-begins-epic-book-launch.html

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About the Author

Sara Davison is the author of The Night Guardians, The Rose Tattoo, two sparrows for a penny, and In the Shadows series, as well as the standalone, The Watcher. A finalist for more than a dozen national writing awards, including the Christy Award, Davison is a Cascade, Word, and two-time Carol Award winner for romantic suspense. She lives in Ontario with her husband, Michael. Like every good Canadian, she loves coffee, hockey, poutine, and apologizing for no particular reason. Get to know Sara better and subscribe to her short, monthly newsletter at www.saradavison.org.

Epic Book Launch: Scandals and Mercies by Kathleen Rouser

About the Book

Book Title: Scandals and Mercies

Author Name: Kathleen Rouser

Genre: Christian Historical Romance

Release Date: April 23, 2024

He’s a reporter determined to uncover the truth, but the secrets he finds could crush her family—and their second chance at love.

Taken from her family’s farm to be raised by her wealthy aunt and uncle, Nora Armstrong has accepted that not only will she never realize her dream of becoming a teacher, she’d also rather be a spinster than submit to her cruel aunt’s society selection of a suitable husband. The one man who caught her eye betrayed her best friend. And she’s got enough on her hands, hiding her sister’s shameful secret from her aunt.

When the local home for unwed mothers burns down, the arson investigation brings big-city reporter James Cooper back to Stone Creek—and back into Nora’s life. James also has a meddling aunt who raises more questions than she answers about his past. Not to mention, he can’t figure out why Nora constantly rebuffs him. When his reporting casts aspersions on the local church and lays the blame for the fire and a series of robberies at the wrong feet, he risks losing his new position at the paper.

As they seek to unravel the town’s mystery, rescue endangered mothers and children, and navigate their own family secrets forced to light, James and Nora increasingly turn to each other for help. But can they overcome James’s lack of faith and the disapproval of Nora’s guardians to find a second chance at love?

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Book Excerpt

“Come on, Cooper, we need more hands,” Reverend Ian McCormick yelled. Soot streaked the minister’s face and white shirt. His nostrils flared. His expression dared James to take part in the rescue efforts.

“Right.” He ground his teeth. Helping put out the fire was, no doubt, the most important task. But did anyone in this sleepy town understand the importance of a reporter getting the news to its citizens as well? He removed his coat, throwing it onto the back of a wagon, and rolled up his sleeves.

“Let’s go. We need relief in the bucket brigade.” Ian turned to his wife. “Sophie, we have someone to take your place. The women need you.”

The bright blaze silhouetted a line of men from town. They pumped water from the well into buckets, passing them along toward the fire and doing their best to help beat back the flames. He took the spot Sophie left empty, taking a sloshing bucket from the local carpenter, Mack Frost, who already appeared weary. How long had they been working?

Smoke rose in an ominous cloud. When they tamped it in one place, the bright orange flames ate up the wood in another.

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All Excerpts

Excerpt One: https://coverloverbookreview.blogspot.com/2024/05/scandals-and-mercies.html

Excerpt Two: https://lakesidelivingsite.wordpress.com/2024/05/23/scandals-and-mercies-epic-book-launch/

Excerpt Three: https://musingsbymaureen.blogspot.com/2024/05/celebrate-lit-presents-scandals-and_20.html

Excerpt Four: https://moments-of-beauty.blogspot.com/2024/05/epic-book-launch-scandals-and-mercies.html

Excerpt Five: https://www.artistwriterandstudentohmy.com/posts/scandals-and-mercies-epic-book-launch/

Excerpt Six: http://www.simpleharvestreads.com/posts/scandals-and-mercies-epic-book-launch/

Excerpt Seven: https://www.fictionbooklover.com/posts/scandals-and-mercies-epic-book-launch/

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About the Author

Kathleen Rouser is a multi-published, award-winning author of historical and contemporary Christian romance. She is a longtime member of American Christian Fiction Writers and a member of Faith, Hope and Love Christian Writers. She resides in southeast Michigan, a location which she often uses in her novels, with her hero and husband of forty-some years and two sweet cats who found a home in their empty nest.

Epic Book Launch: To Speak His Name by Tara Johnson

About the Book

Book Title: To Speak His Name
Author: Tara Johnson
Genre: Historical Romance
Release Date: March 4, 2024

Avalina is a woman trapped in silence. Stolen from her home in Ireland and sold as a slave to a Barbados plantation owner, the trauma of her past has left her mute, wrapped in a prison of loneliness and isolation amid an island of beauty. Though she longs to be free from the cruelty of her overseer, her heart yearns for a greater freedom…something just beyond her grasp.

Josiah Holland has been born into a South Carolina slave-holding family but all it takes is one trip to the island of Barbados to open his eyes to the ugly cruelty that abounds beyond the confines of his plantation. With the aid of fiery abolitionist Benjamin McGee, Josiah forges a new future, fighting the very ideals he was once a part of.

When Avalina and Josiah’s lives entwine, will their spark engulf them in destruction, or ignite a revolution?

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Book Excerpt

Swallowing the dread settling like a noose around my throat, I hurried out the door, ignoring the bustle of servants and the scents of the midday meal preparations. I tossed the cold ashes onto the heap outside the pig pen, barely hearing their grunts as they rooted in the mud. Heat warmed my shoulders and danced across my cheeks. I raised my face to the sun, longing for … what? Something elusive. Something I had no words to describe.

“Ah, there she is. The Red Bird of Paradise.”

My smile grew at the mention of my old nickname. Dear Matias. His white teeth flashed and he stopped next to the sty, taking a moment to wipe his stained shirtsleeve against his sweaty forehead. Gray peppered his springy curls.

“It’ll be a hot one today, eh, Red Bird?”

I nodded and smiled at the old nickname. Matias had called me Red Bird of Paradise ever since I had been brought to the island, declaring that my red hair reminded him of the tropical bloom. Only Molly and Master Cyrene remembered my real name. To everyone else, I was that girl.

I didn’t mind being invisible. Invisible was safe.

revolution?

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All Excerpts

Excerpt One: https://lakesidelivingsite.wordpress.com/2024/04/04/to-speak-his-name-epic-book-launch/

Excerpt Two: https://musingsbymaureen.blogspot.com/2024/04/celebrate-lit-presents-epic-book-launch.html

Excerpt Three: https://coverloverbookreview.blogspot.com/2024/04/to-speak-his-name.html

Excerpt Four: https://www.artistwriterandstudentohmy.com/posts/to-speak-his-name-epic-book-launch/

Excerpt Five: https://www.guildmaster97.com/posts/to-speak-his-name-epic-book-launch/

Excerpt Six: https://moments-of-beauty.blogspot.com/2024/04/epic-book-launch-to-speak-his-name-by.html

Excerpt Seven: https://www.fictionbooklover.com/posts/to-speak-his-name-epic-book-launch/

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About the Author

Tara Johnson is an author and speaker, and loves to write stories that help people break free from the lies they believe about themselves.

Tara’s debut novel Engraved on the Heart (Tyndale) earned a starred review from Publishers Weekly, and was a finalist in the Carol and Christy awards. Tara has been published by Tyndale House, Annie’s, and Guideposts. In addition to being published in a variety of digital and print magazines, she is a certified body language expert and has been on radio, television and podcasts. She is a history nerd, especially the Civil War, and adores making people laugh. She, her husband, and children live in Arkansas.

Epic Book Launch: Tangled Secrets by S.F. Baumgartner

About the Book

Book Title: Tangled Secrets
Author: S.F. Baumgartner
Genre: Christian Suspense Thriller
Release Date: April 29, 2024

Two women. One targeted by an unknown enemy. One being accused of murder. Will they overcome their obstacles?

The twenty-five-year-old schoolteacher Grace Benson is living a quiet life until she receives a threatening note. Her life turns upside down when the FBI becomes involved.

The middle-aged wedding planner Sheila Mitchell comes home to find her husband dead before she’s knocked out. When she comes to, the murder weapon’s in her hand.

Will Grace survive? And will Sheila’s ex-husband, an FBI agent, clear her name? Who is targeting these women?

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Book Excerpt

The drive home was less than ten minutes, but a pair of headlights had stayed behind her since she left the parking lot. She turned into her apartment complex. The headlights stuck with her. Heart pounding, she remembered reading a post on social media about situations like this. Instead of parking, she turned back around, headed to the closest police station, entered the lot, and honked.

An officer came out. “Ma’am, is there a problem?”

“Yeah, a car is following me.” She twisted in her seat to point it out, but it was, of course, gone.

He looked to where she pointed. “Stay here, ma’am.”

He walked to the curb, checked up and down the street, and came back. “Sorry, ma’am. I don’t see any car out there stopping or acting suspicious.”

The officer offered to escort her back to her apartment building. She accepted the offer. She knew the car was there. Or perhaps it was simply traveling in the same direction? But why follow her to her apartment complex? Then again, why would anyone follow her?

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All Excerpts

Excerpt One: https://coverloverbookreview.blogspot.com/2024/04/tangled-secrets.html

Excerpt Two: https://lakesidelivingsite.wordpress.com/2024/04/08/tangled-secrets-epic-book-launch/

Excerpt Three: https://musingsbymaureen.blogspot.com/2024/04/celebrate-lit-presents-tangled-secrets.html

Excerpt Four: https://moments-of-beauty.blogspot.com/2024/04/epic-book-launch-tangled-secrets-by-sf.html

Excerpt Five: https://www.artistwriterandstudentohmy.com/posts/tangled-secrets-epic-book-launch/

Excerpt Six: https://www.guildmaster97.com/posts/tangled-secrets-epic-book-launch/

Excerpt Seven: https://www.fictionbooklover.com/posts/tangled-secrets-epic-book-launch/

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About the Author

S.F. Baumgartner is a Christian suspense thriller author. She graduated from the University of Hawaii and the University of Cincinnati. When not writing, she enjoys spending time with her cats, staying active, and binge-watching crime TV shows. She lives in Ohio with her family.

Epic Book Launch: Secrets of the Wildflowers by Sarah Talbert

About the Book

Book Title: Secrets of the Wildflowers
Author Name: Sarah Talbert
Genre: Christian historical fiction
Release Date: April 30, 2024

In the heart of ancient Ur, where the gods cast shadows and tradition weaves the fabric of life, Secrets of the Wildflowers unfolds the captivating tale of Miu, a spirited young woman determined to bloom amid the constraints of her culture, family, and the ancient deities that hold sway.

When tragedy strikes, and her beloved brother becomes a sacrifice to the gods, Miu embarks on a courageous journey to break free from the shackles of societal expectations and unearth her true purpose. Inspired by the resilient wildflowers that thrive against all odds, Miu is driven to forge her own path and create a name for herself.

As Miu navigates running her own tavern, friendship with an unlikely courier, and supporting an abandoned child, she finds herself crossing paths with Abram, a figure of significance from the Bible. In their encounters, Abram imparts profound wisdom, revealing that, like the wildflowers, Miu is created to be unique. Yet, he guides her to embrace the very boundaries that enable her to flourish.

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Book Excerpt

“Father, it’s time to order more hammers from the blacksmith,” she’d yell. Or, “Father, have we set aside the funds for the new shipment of lapis lazuli?”

And he’d watched her skills closely. She also kept watch over the employees to ensure no one was stealing from Badak, and she knew when to smile at an unhappy customer.

Though most girls Miu’s age were married by now and taking orders from their husbands, Miu lived at home with her father, mother, brother, and sister. She was a master accountant in her father’s jewelry business, a skill her father bragged to all his friends about. And because she didn’t find numbers difficult, it infuriated her that accounting was the reason her stingy father sent her to school in the first place.

Exhaustion and frustration crept in whenever he asked her to do anything. She dreamed of having her own business where she could keep track of the accounting for herself. Could she own a business where the numbers and accounting gave her the control to say who was hired when and what shipments would be sent off where? She had ideas and lots of them.

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All Excerpts

Excerpt One: http://kid-lit.library-lady.blog/epic-book-launch-and-excerpt-secrets-of-the-wildflowers/

Excerpt Two: https://blossomsandblessings.blogspot.com/2024/04/secrets-of-wildflowers-by-sarah-talbert.html

Excerpt Three: https://moments-of-beauty.blogspot.com/2024/03/epic-book-launch-secrets-of-wildflowers.html

Excerpt Four: https://carolkeen.blogspot.com/2024/04/secrets-of-wildflowers-epic-book-launch.html

Excerpt Five: https://storiesbygina.com/2024/04/11/secrets-of-the-wildflowers-epic-book-launch-with-celebrate-lit-publicity/

Excerpt Six: https://www.artistwriterandstudentohmy.com/posts/secrets-of-the-wildflowers-epic-book-launch/

Excerpt Seven: https://coverloverbookreview.blogspot.com/2024/03/secrets-of-wildflowers.html

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About the Author

Sarah Talbert is an enthusiastic storyteller who loves to explore the complexities of faith. She uses her creative writing to inspire others in their own spiritual journey.

Sarah has a deep passion for making God famous. By using her gifts as a Christian Historical Fiction author and blogger, Sarah shares powerful stories that honor the beauty of humanity while pointing readers toward a deeper relationship with Jesus.

Sarah loves fostering community through discipleship, hospitality, and practical evangelism. She also runs her own copywriting business, focusing on giving other businesses opportunities for their voice to be heard.

Epic Book Launch: The Last Disciple: Exile in Ephesus

About the Book

Book Title: The Last Disciple: Exile in Ephesus
Author Name: Kurt Brouwer
Genre: Christian Historical Fiction
Release Date: March 15, 2024

He awoke jailed in squalor…
Would he complete his final mission?
Or would he fail to record the story only he could tell?

The epic saga of the Last Disciple continues in this captivating Christian historical novel from Kurt Brouwer.

After surviving imprisonment, John faces his greatest challenge–exile in the distant city of Ephesus. Struggling with grief and despair over the destruction of Jerusalem, John doubts his ability to complete the mission entrusted to him by Mary—to write the true gospel account of Christ’s life.

But in Ephesus, John finds unexpected allies—Timothy, Priscilla, and Tychicus, who share his passion for spreading the message of God’s love.

As John shares the good news of Jesus, he makes dangerous enemies, including the influential high priest, Alexander Cosmo, who will stop at nothing to suppress the growing Christian faith. Amid opposition from without and internal divisions from within the early church, John must contend with those pressuring believers to adopt Jewish law and compromise the radical teachings of Christ.

When tragedy strikes those close to him, can John’s fragile hope be rekindled? Will he finally show the world all the signs, miracles, and events he witnessed on his journey with Jesus?

Don’t miss this page-turning story of faith, courage, and love.

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Book Excerpt

He remembered his shock and anger when the emperor’s son arrested him. He growled as he saw yet again that smirking, leering face mocking him. Remembered being bound in chains and marched off.

John suspected he’d been beaten at some point, for every rasping breath hurt, but he remembered little. Only disjointed images and mostly questions, nothing but unanswered questions. What happened to Bartholomew and Emmaus? Why had the emperor’s son arrested him? Why had General Titus and Queen Berenice left without him?

With those fruitless thoughts running through his mind, he slipped into a dull, restless slumber. After a time, he started out of a feverish sleep at the loud clanging of metal doors, followed by a sharp, inhuman scream. All sound around John ceased. He heard one more whimpering cry and, after that, nothing other than the breathing of many men and the gibbering of hungry rats.

John lay there, knowing nothing would come of fighting the cold iron chains. His head hurt and he could not seem to think, at least not in any sequence or order. He remembered the man who’d spoken earlier. He raised his head. “Eh, my friend. Dozed off. Any water here?”

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All Excerpts

Excerpt One: https://blossomsandblessings.blogspot.com/2024/02/the-last-disciple-exile-in-ephesus-by.html

Excerpt Two: https://moments-of-beauty.blogspot.com/2024/02/epic-book-launch-last-disciple-exile-in.html

Excerpt Three: https://carolkeen.blogspot.com/2024/02/the-last-disciple-exile-in-ephesus-epic.html

Excerpt Four: https://storiesbygina.com/2024/02/29/the-last-disciple-exile-in-ephesus-epic-book-launch-with-celebrate-lit-publicity/

Excerpt Five: https://coverloverbookreview.blogspot.com/2024/02/the-last-disciple-exile-in-ephesus.html

Excerpt Six: https://www.artistwriterandstudentohmy.com/posts/the-last-disciple-exile-in-ephesus-book-excerpt/

Excerpt Seven: https://www.guildmaster97.com/posts/the-last-disciple-exile-in-ephesus-epic-book-launch/

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About the Author

Kurt is a Christian and a member of a vibrant Christian church on the Big Island of Hawaii. He also loves to write. In addition to all the usual temptations writers face, Kurt has to fight off the lure of beautiful beaches, pounding surf, great weather, and lush golf courses. Can you imagine? Despite those temptations, he writes The Last Disciple series of Christian historical novels and he regularly writes blog posts at KurtBrouwer.com.

A few years ago Kurt did a study for his church on the Apostle John. That little project got him hooked on the man who started out life as a fisherman and then became the last disciple of Christ. The more Kurt learned about John, the more he wanted to know.

If you’ve ever been obsessed by anything, you’ll understand that he couldn’t stop researching the life of John and all those around him. And the result of all that research is:

The Last Disciple Series

The Last Disciple is a series of Christian novels based on the Bible and Christian history. The first in the series: The Last Disciple: Crisis in Jerusalem, begins in the year 62 AD. In it, you walk with John through the streets of Jerusalem. See how he faces multiple crises and comes to understand what it is to stand alone and lean only on the Lord. This book, The Last Disciple: Exile in Ephesus is the third in the series, with two more books planned. Kurt is now writing the fourth book, The Last Disciple: Gospel of John.

Epic Book Launch: What Color is God’s Love? by Xochitl Dixon

About the Book

Book Title: What Color is God’s Love?
Author Name: Xochitl Dixon
Genre: Children’s Picture Book
Release Date: March 19, 2024


All the colors displayed in this world that God made—
every glorious, fabulous, beautiful shade—
show how good God is and will always be.
But what is the color of love? Come and see!


In What Color is God’s Love?, a little girl and her service dog join their diverse friends through a whirlwind of adventures. As they celebrate the spectacular spectrum of colors God designed, each color invites readers to explore their God-given emotions and becomes a reminder of God’s unchanging character.

While encouraging children to acknowledge God’s constant presence with every turn of the age, What Color is God’s Love? also empowers children, with and without disabilities, to play, work, and serve God together, by simply letting the colors of His love shine through them.

With each turn of the page, the focus shifts to a specific color—orange, yellow, blue, green, pink, black, white, gray, brown, red, purple. Each lyrical rhyme invites readers to engage with God through empowering and faith-building truth-statements that incite worship and encourage a lifestyle of loving God and neighbors.

What Color is God’s Love? is now available for pre-ordering wherever books are sold.

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Q&A with the Author

Q: Your logo and the cover of What Color is God’s Love? share an interesting flower. What is the name of that flower and what is its significance?

Xochitl: The flower on my logo and on the top corners of What Color is God’s Love? is called a Passion Flower. Darshika Varma surprised me and added the Passion Flower on the cover and in the book on the purple page. I mentioned it when we were in our first conversation. I didn’t ask her to add the flower. She added my heart to the illustrations, by listening to me and caring about what was important to me. You can feel her love and my love in this book.

I chose the Passion Flower as a part of my logo to symbolize a passion for Christ. You can find out why it’s my favorite flower, how God used and uses it to deepen my faith, and how the Passion Flower got its name, if you visit my website at www.xedixon.com and look under “The Passion Flower” page. It’s all about Jesus!


Q: What do you want kids to take away from your book?

Xochitl: For parents: I want kids to feel safe processing emotions in the constant presence of God, while using colors to remember biblical truth that affirms His unchanging character and His unconditional love flowing for them and through them.

For kids: God understands us and is always with us, using all the colors He made to remind us who He is, as He fills us with love so we can love others . . . together.

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All Interviews

Q&A 1: https://www.artistwriterandstudentohmy.com/posts/what-color-is-gods-love-author-qa/

Q&A 2: https://www.guildmaster97.com/posts/what-color-is-gods-love-epic-book-launch/

Q&A 3: https://moments-of-beauty.blogspot.com/2024/02/epic-book-launch-what-color-is-gods.html

Q&A 4: http://kid-lit.library-lady.blog/epic-book-launch-and-interview-what-color-is-gods-love-xochitl-dixon/

Q&A 5: https://lakesidelivingsite.wordpress.com/2024/02/18/what-color-is-gods-love-epic-book-launch/

Q&A 6: https://www.amoderndayfairytale.net/2024/02/what-color-is-gods-love-epic-book-launch.html

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About the Author

Xochitl (So-Cheel) Dixon, contributing writer for Our Daily Bread and God Hears Her, is the author of Waiting for God: Trusting Daily in God’s Plan and Pace. She loves Jesus and people, as she crosses cultural, generational, and international lines with encouraging and sound biblical teaching. Celebrating diversity and inclusion, she advocates for disability awareness with her beautifully diverse family and her service dog, Callie. Her first children’s picture book, Different Like Me, now available in Spanish, is a 2021 ECPA Christian Book Award Children’s Book Finalist. In March 2024, Xochitl’s second picture book, What Color is God’s Love?, is releasing with WaterBrook. She connects with readers at www.xedixon.com.

Epic Book Launch: A Storm of Doubts by JPC Allen

About the Book

Book Title: A Storm of Doubts

Author Name: JPC Allen

Genre: YA Cozy Mystery

Release Date: March 1, 2024

Her dad said nothing could hurt their relationship. But what if he isn’t her dad?

Summer gets off to a rocky start for twenty-year-old Rae Riley when the ex-wife of family friend Jason Carlisle claims their youngest child isn’t his and Rae’s con man uncle Troy returns to Marlin County, Ohio. Rae is already at odds with her father, Sheriff Walter “Mal” Malinowski, over her desire to help people in trouble. When she extends that help to Troy and Jason’s ex-wife, Ashley, she and Mal clash even more.

Then Ashley disappears, and Jason and his brother Rick are the main suspects. As Rae and her aunt Carrie, a private investigator hired to protect Jason’s kids, work to discover what really happened to Ashley, Rae wrestles with Troy’s insinuations that she may be calling the wrong Malinowski “Dad.”

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Book Excerpt

"How about a race to shore?"

As an answer, I dove off the platform.

Christ beat me, of course, and waited for me when I stood in the shallows.

"You can't hound us because we're in public." That was Rick Carlisle.

Chris and I turned to his voice.

Rick faced a man and woman near the concession stand, pure fury pulling his narrow, bearded face thinner.

"We're not hounding you." The man was tall with finely sculpted pecs and abs—so fine they looked inflated, as if he worked out for a hobby rather than worked hard for a living. His hair was cut so short it appeared painted on his skull. "Ashley wanted to see her kids. Public areas are the only places we can do that."

"Rick," Jason called, holding Sylvie as Alli and Richard towels into a canvas bag. "Let's just go." His voice sounded strained, like he was fighting a deep pain in his gut.

"We can't run every time they show up" Rick glared at the couple.

The woman—Ashley—stood huddled in a bright teal jacket as if the breeze blowing over the beach chilled her. She lifted her hand and waved, but I wasn't sure at whom.

"Looks like trouble," Chris whispered, and then he strode over to Jason.

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All Excerpts

Excerpt One: http://kid-lit.library-lady.blog/epic-book-launch-and-excerpt-a-storm-of-doubts-young-adult/

Excerpt Two: https://blossomsandblessings.blogspot.com/2024/02/a-storm-of-doubts-by-jpc-allen-epic.html

Excerpt Three: https://moments-of-beauty.blogspot.com/2024/02/epic-book-launch-storm-of-doubts-by-jpc.html

Excerpt Four: https://carolkeen.blogspot.com/2024/02/a-storm-of-doubts-epic-book-launch.html

Excerpt Five: https://storiesbygina.com/2024/02/12/a-storm-of-doubts-epic-book-launch-with-celebrate-lit-publicity/

Excerpt Six: https://www.artistwriterandstudentohmy.com/posts/a-storm-of-doubts-epic-book-launch/

Excerpt Seven: https://coverloverbookreview.blogspot.com/2024/02/a-storm-of-doubts.html

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About the Author

JPC Allen started her writing career in second grade with an homage to Scooby Doo. She’s been tracking down mysteries ever since. Her Christmas mystery “A Rose from the Ashes” was the first Rae Riley mystery and a Selah-finalist at the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference in 2020. Her first Rae Riley novel, A Shadow on the Snow, released in 2021. Online, she offer tips and prompts to ignite the creative spark in every kind of writer. She also leads workshops for tweens, teens and adults, encouraging them to discover the adventure of writing. Coming from a long line of Mountaineers, she’s a life-long Buckeye.

Epic Book Launch: Call to Embrace by Maryann Landers

About the Book:

Book Title: Call to Embrace

Author Name: Maryann Landers

Genre: Christian Women’s Fiction

Release Date: November 1, 2023

She’s detached in a stormy marriage because of both of their unfaithfulness. Now she faces the aftermath of her compromise with an unwanted pregnancy. Will fleeing bring her the freedom she yearns for?

Emily Corentin wants to escape the jagged edges of her brokenness. She believes the only option she has is to take her young daughter, leave her husband, and end the unintended pregnancy with an abortion. But her plans take an unexpected turn when the homeless shelter she finds is not the type of help she wanted. She’d buried religion years ago with the death of her Gran. Any God-fearing place will only confirm how much God abandoned her.

An offer from a shelter volunteer may be the lifeline she and her daughter need, but Emily only sees it as a means to an end. The unlikely friendship that follows, draws her closer to the answers she may have carried with her all along. But rash decisions bring new challenges that drag her further into a sea of helplessness.

When all hope is lost in despair will she be washed away by the patterns of her past? Or will she answer the call to embrace the mercy of the cross and in turn bring reconciliation to her marriage?

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Book Excerpt

I'd spent most of the night packing a few items into my backpack and forming a diminutive plan. Eric's blasting words had confirmed my choice to meet with Heather, an old friend from Prince of Wales, who had agreed to help me with Destiny without asking questions. Conveniently, she had no contact with Eric, so I wouldn’t have to worry about anything getting back to him. I would drop Destiny off with her, find a clinic to help me, and then file for divorce.

All Destiny and I needed to do was walk down the road a couple of miles. It was more than a little farther, as I'd led Destiny to believe, but it was our only hope for the day.

I picked up Destiny and carried her close to me as we neared a large flow of water from a melting snow pile. Winter in Anchorage seemed to last forever. I hadn’t expected the harshness it brought compared to the maritime climate of Southeast Alaska. Even though Anchorage was a coastal city, it still had temperatures well below freezing, and at one point, they'd dipped below zero Fahrenheit, which had been a new and bitter experience for me.

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Links to all Excerpts:

Excerpt One: http://kid-lit.library-lady.blog/epic-book-launch-and-excerpt-call-to-embrace/

Excerpt Two: https://blossomsandblessings.blogspot.com/2023/12/call-to-embrace-by-maryann-landers-epic.html

Excerpt Three: https://moments-of-beauty.blogspot.com/2023/12/epic-book-launch-call-to-embrace-by.html

Excerpt Four: https://carolkeen.blogspot.com/2023/12/a-call-to-embrace-book-blast.html

Excerpt Five: https://storiesbygina.wordpress.com/2023/12/27/call-to-embrace-epic-book-launch/

Excerpt Six: https://www.guildmaster97.com/posts/call-to-embrace-epic-book-launch-excerpt/

Excerpt Seven: https://www.artistwriterandstudentohmy.com/posts/call-to-embace-epic-book-launch/

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About the Author

Alaskan based author Maryann Landers writes women’s faith filled fiction based on true stories of extraordinary women of her magnificent state. She loves to showcase the unique north and give her readers a little taste of rustic Alaska.

While writing in her log home in the woods she is also looking forward to her next adventure with her Alaskan husband, juggling mom tasks such as crafting homemade meals from moose and caribou meat, building DIY projects from scrap wood piles and guiding her teens in their homeschooling.

To learn about her inspiration to write Alaskan based stories read her blog at www.mary-ann-landers.com.

Her first novel in the Alaskan Women of Caliber Series; Alaskan Calibration released June 2021.

Epic Book Launch: Building Character Through Picture Books

About the Book:

Book Title: Building Character Through Picture Books

Author Name: Terrie Hellard-Brown

Genre: Devotional

Release Date: May 27, 2023

Bring the Bible into bedtime. After reading the picture book together, families can read the short devotion, discuss compelling questions (questions for younger and older children provided), and end with prayer together as the children prepare to sleep. The book includes 25 devotions matched with 25 popular and classical picture books. Each devotion includes a section for parents to go further in the discussion or to add an activity to continue the conversation the following day.

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Book Excerpt

Because by Mo Willems

“In row C, seat 14—sat the girl with the uncle’s ticket. She heard the beautiful music written by the man named Franz—and it changed her.”

We should think about each other to see how we can encourage each other to show love and do good works. (Hebrews 10:24, ERV)

All of you together are the body of Christ.

Each one of you is a part of that body.

(1 Corinthians 12:27, ERV)

The Story: In this story a little girl winds up going to a symphony with her aunt because her uncle has a cold and can’t use his ticket. Each person in the story has an important role to play for all the “Becauses” to happen.

What would happen if someone did not do what they were supposed to do—what would happen if the helpers did not prepare the music hall? What would happen if the ushers didn’t open the doors? What would happen if the musicians didn’t practice? Each person has a job and a purpose in that job.

God works life out so that each person’s purpose helps to bring about His purposes. We each have a part in His plan. We each have a job to do. Someday we will see the “Because” in God’s plan too.

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All Excerpts

Excerpt One: https://travelerswife4life.com/building-character-through-picture-books/

Excerpt Two: http://kid-lit.library-lady.blog/epic-book-launch-and-excerpt-building-character-through-picture-books-devotional/

Excerpt Three: https://blossomsandblessings.blogspot.com/2023/09/building-character-through-picture.html

Excerpt Four: https://moments-of-beauty.blogspot.com/2023/09/epic-book-launch-building-character.html

Excerpt Five: https://carolkeen.blogspot.com/2023/09/building-character-through-picture.html

Excerpt Six: https://www.amoderndayfairytale.net/2023/09/building-character-through-picture.html

Excerpt Seven: https://storiesbygina.wordpress.com/2023/09/14/building-character-through-picture-books-book-launch-with-celebrate-lit/

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About the Author

Terrie Hellard-Brown uses her experiences as a mother of four (three on the autism spectrum), 35+ years in ministry (15 in Taiwan), and 35 years teaching to speak to the hearts of readers. She writes and speaks to empower children and adults to embrace everyday discipleship every day. She teaches workshops and writes devotional books, children’s stories, and Christian education materials.

Her podcast, Books that Spark, reviews children’s books that spark imagination, emotion, questions, and discussion leading to teachable moments with our kids.

Her blog discusses living as a disciple of Christ while discipling our children. She challenges us to step out of our comfort zones to walk by faith in obedience to Christ and to use the nooks and crannies of life to disciple our children.

Epic Book Launch: The Air I Breathe by Karen Baney

About the Book:

Book: The Air I Breathe
Author: Karen Baney
Genre: Contemporary Christian Romance
Release date: August 15, 2023

Single mom, starting over. Christian Contemporary Romance. One moment of weakness changed everything.

When life throws Kelly Sutton a curve ball, she packs up everything she owns to move to Arizona to be closer to her daughter’s dad. Starting over in a new town stresses Kelly and triggers panic attacks—something she thought she was over. When a panic attack comes on and the only person she knows in town can’t help her, his roommate comes to her rescue. Will Kelly find her footing again in this new town?

Matt Dixon has too much on his plate. He works as a financial analyst during the day while he goes to seminary at night. He also juggles an internship with his church to fulfill his dream of becoming a youth pastor. When he comes to the aid of his roommate’s ex, he never expects his life to go off the rails. Will he choose love for a woman over his dream?

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Book Excerpt

“Her father, Kyle Jacobs, may pick her up sometimes. And possibly her aunt, Marcy Schaefer.” Kelly pulled up the contacts on her phone and jotted down their numbers.

“If anyone else needs to fill in, you or her father will need to notify us ahead of time.”

“Understood.”

The woman gave her a copy of the paperwork, which Kelly crammed into her large everyday canvas purse. She thanked her, then hugged Alana tightly. The sweet, un- mistakable bubblegum scent of her body wash lingered.

“I’ll be back at three. Or your daddy will pick you up at five if I can’t make it.”

“Love you, Mommy.”

“Love you, sweetie.”

Kelly waved as a worker introduced Alana to the other six-year-olds. Then she strode out to the parking lot and climbed into her car. Letting out a loud sigh, she rested her head on the steering wheel.

What had she been thinking, uprooting her life to move to Chandler, Arizona? It certainly seemed to make sense when Kyle suggested it a few weeks ago during a visit with Alana.

Yeah, that whole thing still felt weird. Her baby’s daddy, Kyle, had finally stepped up to be a father about a year ago after he found Jesus.

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Links to Other Excerpts

Excerpt One: https://travelerswife4life.com/the-air-i-breathe-by-karen-baney/

Excerpt Two: https://janemouttet.wordpress.com/2023/07/27/epic-book-launch-the-air-i-breathe-christian-romance/

Excerpt Three: https://blossomsandblessings.blogspot.com/2023/07/the-air-i-breathe-epic-book-launch.html

Excerpt Four: https://moments-of-beauty.blogspot.com/2023/07/epic-book-launch-air-i-breathe-by-karen.html

Excerpt Five: https://carolkeen.blogspot.com/2023/07/the-air-i-breathe-by-karen-baney-epic.html

Excerpt Six: https://www.amoderndayfairytale.net/2023/07/the-air-i-breathe-epic-book-launch.html

Excerpt Seven: https://storiesbygina.wordpress.com/2023/07/27/the-air-i-breathe-book-launch-with-celebrate-lit/

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About the Author

Karen Baney is passionate about writing stories full of flawed characters. She enjoys weaving together stories of second chances, redemption, and overcoming personal trials. As a transplant to Arizona in the late 1990s, she loves researching the state’s history and finding ways to seamlessly incorporate real history and real settings into her novels. In addition to writing and speaking, Karen works as a Software Development Manager for a Christian ministry.

Her faith plays an important role both in her life and in her writing. Karen and her husband, Jim, make their home in Gilbert, Arizona, with their two dogs, Bella and Daisy. Both Jim and Karen are active at Rock Point Church in Queen Creek, Arizona. Visit Karen on the web at: www.karenbaney.com.

Epic Book Launch: Lone Star Sweetheart

About the Book

Book: Lone Star Sweetheart
Author: Shannon Sue Dunlap
Genre: Inspirational Romcom
Release date: May 23, 2023

Katherine Bruno is the shrew of Sweetheart, Texas. Her passionate, unfiltered temper clashes with the gentle pace of her tiny hometown. When she’s drafted to help the mayor’s wife who wants to run in the local election against her own husband, she meets big city political consultant Ryan Park, and cue the fireworks! The handsome campaign manager gets under her skin in a big way, but fraternizing with the enemy is off-limits.

Katherine must battle her lack of experience, campaign sabotage, and her growing feelings for Ryan as she strives to succeed. His unprejudiced acceptance of her strong-willed character beckons her heart, but his rejection of God is an insurmountable barrier. Will Ryan return to his faith and stay with her in Sweetheart or leave when the election ends?

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Book Excerpt

Dressed in a tailored white button-down shirt and black dress pants, his lean frame stretched a head taller than the other men. Jet black hair combed in a professional side part. Dark eyes that sparkled—whether from amusement or disdain, she wasn’t sure. And a serene expression showing no embarrassment at being gossiped about by strangers.

He drew a hand from the pocket of his slacks and held it out. “Let me introduce myself. Ryan Park. I prefer baseball over basketball. Eat way too much red meat and tend to be a little OCD about my office space. I'm the hotshot consultant. Although, I'm not sure I deserve the distinction. We'll see how good a job I do.”

The men cleared their throats in an awkward chorus. Feet shuffled as they shook his hand, one by one, their gazes not quite meeting his.

“No offense meant,” Willy mumbled as he tugged on his belt buckle.

“None taken.” The newcomer waved away the apology. “I'd be curious too.”

Curious couldn't begin to describe Katherine's emotions. She stared with her mouth open like a kid finding the deep-fried bubblegum stand at the state fair. Her feet moved forward without asking permission. She dashed to the group and stuck her hand out, the coffee cup still clasped in her other.

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All Lone Star Sweetheart Excerpts

Excerpt One: https://guildmaster97.wordpress.com/2023/05/07/lone-star-sweetheart-epic-book-launch-excerpt/

Excerpt Two: http://montanamade.weebly.com/tell-tale-book-reviews/epic-book-launch-lone-star-sweetheart-by-shannon-sue-dunlap

Excerpt Three: https://www.artistwriterandstudentohmy.com/posts/lone-star-sweetheart-book-excerpt/

Excerpt Four: https://wp.me/p7qp1R-pYg

Excerpt Five: https://moments-of-beauty.blogspot.com/2023/04/epic-book-launch-lone-star-sweetheart.html

Excerpt Six: https://splashesofjoy.wordpress.com/2023/04/14/lone-star-sweetheart-epic-book-launch/

Excerpt Seven: http://www.simpleharvestreads.com/posts/lone-star-sweetheart-book-excerpt/

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About the Author

Shannon Sue Dunlap lives in the lone star state of Texas. She’s a die-hard fan of happy endings and believe there’s a Heavenly Father who’s designed one for each of us. Inspiration comes from everywhere—including worldwide travels, her adorable music students, and the fun and flirty Korean dramas she enjoys watching.

Even in the hard times, there’s humor to be found, and Shannon tries to infuse every story with moments that bring a good chuckle or an all-out belly laugh. One of her greatest hopes is that readers recognize themselves in her books. We’re all such a fabulous mix of flaws and greatness, and everyone is the hero or heroine in their own life story.

She holds an M.A. in Journalism from Regent University and has published three romances under the pen name Shannon Kent. You can connect with her at www.shannonsuedunlap.com, and if you sign up for her newsletter, you’ll receive a free copy of her romcom novella Flower Boy Tour Guide.

Epic Book Launch: Small Town Danger

About the Author

Book: Small Town Danger

Authors: Mary Alford, Liz Bradford, June Foster, Therese Heckenkamp, Cynthia Hickey, Gina Holder, Edie James, Ann Malley, Carol Nemeth and Colleen Snyder

Genre: Christian Romantic Suspense

Release date: April 13, 2023

More than lives are in danger when small town tranquility meets heart pounding suspense in this collection of ten brand-new novels from some of the genre's most explosive romantic suspense authors!

Join Mary Alford, Liz Bradford, June Foster, Therese Heckenkamp, Cynthia Hickey, Gina Holder, Edie James, Ann Malley, Carol Nemeth and Colleen Snyder as mystery, suspense, and faith combine to keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end.

Sins of the Past – A Hope Island Securities Book by Mary Alford
Ten years earlier, Janine put him away for murder. Now Bennett’s back in her life with a challenge—help me find the real killer.

Swept Away - Tracking Danger Book Two - A Search and Rescue Novel by Liz Bradford
When a SAR mission ends with a murder, Josh and Chloe must fight rising tensions before they get swept away.

Danger in Cranberry Cove by June Foster
When Julie Wilder joins local lawyer Lucas Ethridge in uncovering clues of who murdered their high school friend on the beach fifteen years before, phone calls from their deceased classmate are unnerving. After incriminating evidence turns up, can Lucas and Julie discover the killer's identity or will they suffer the same fate as their friend?

Escaping Illusions – A Frozen Footprints Book by Therese Heckenkamp
All she wants is a new beginning, but a man famous for deception is the last person she should trust.

A Place to Hide by Cynthia Hickey
Is there nowhere to hide? Will Marley and Dirk escape a fan who always seems to be one step ahead of them?

Handmade Mayhem - Addie Masters Mysteries Book 1 by Gina Holder
“Who Knew DIY Could Be So Deadly.”

Hidden Sins - A Redemption Creek Romantic Suspense by Edie James
Redemption Creek, where sometimes justice needs a helping hand.

Debt of Honor by Ann Malley
Where's the honor in loving your best friend's wife? Or keeping the secrets that may get her and her baby killed?

Death Goes to School by J. Carol Nemeth
The rewarding profession of teaching: it could get you killed.

Twisted by Colleen Snyder
She’s eighteen. A visitor to a tornado-stricken town in need of help. Half of the residents think she’s a saint. While the other wants her dead.

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Small Town Danger Excerpt #4

She waved to a couple of the local fisherman heading out for their catches of the day and hit play on her phone. Soon, her favorite playlist blasted through the earbuds.

The chill in the air was exhilarating. She picked up speed and made sure her friend wasn’t overly taxed.

Most of the shops lining Main Street, which was called the boardwalk, were still closed at this time of the morning except for the Hopeful Coffeeshop. One of Janine’s favorite treats after running was a caramel latte. The owner loved Bailey and kept a supply of dog treats and a bowl for water behind the counter especially for the pug.

As Janine passed by the coffeeshop, the smell of fresh baked sweets was hard to resist. She’d stop by on the way home and maybe buy a Hopeful cinnamon roll, the coffee shop's flagship pastry.

Her favorite Christian song came up on the rotation. Janine pushed forward, empowered by the song’s strong faith message. She’d started jogging in college and had loved the feeling of freedom it gave her.

As one song turned into another, Janine reached the pier.

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Links to Other Excerpts:

Excerpt One: https://travelerswife4life.com/small-town-danger/
Excerpt Two: https://janemouttet.wordpress.com/2023/04/06/epic-book-launch-excerpt-small-town-danger-christian-romantic-suspense/
Excerpt Three: https://blossomsandblessings.blogspot.com/2023/03/small-town-danger-by-mary-alford-liz.html
Excerpt Four: https://moments-of-beauty.blogspot.com/2023/03/epic-book-launch-small-town-danger.html
Excerpt Five: https://carolkeen.blogspot.com/2023/04/small-town-danger-epic-book-launch.html
Excerpt Six: https://www.amoderndayfairytale.net/2023/04/small-town-danger-epic-book-launch.html
Excerpt Seven: https://storiesbygina.wordpress.com/2023/04/06/small-town-danger-epic-book-launch-with-celebrate-lit/

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About the Author

Mary Alford grew up in a small Texas town famous for, well not much of anything really. Being the baby of the family and quite a bit younger than her two brothers and her sister, Mary had plenty of time to entertain herself. Making up stories seemed to come naturally to her.

As a preteen, Mary discovered Phyllis Whitney and Victoria Holt and knew instinctively that was what she wanted to do with her over-active imagination.

She wrote her first novel as a teen, (it’s tucked away somewhere never to see the light of day), but never really pursued her writing career seriously until a few years later, when she wrote her first inspirational romantic suspense and was hooked.

Today, Mary lives in Texas with her husband and loves to create characters who face dangerous situations with faith on their side.

Mary is very active online and would love to connect with readers on Facebook, Twitter, or any of the social media platforms listed at maryalford.net.