>Just wanted to alert you, dear ones, that Relz Reviews has a heart-warming review and giveaway of Chasing Lilacs going on until June 13. Rel is an amazingly sweet reviewer from Australia who champions Christian fiction. I’m honored to be on her terrific site. Here’s the link and while you’re there, check out some of her other reviews and character …
>My Friend – Christina Berry – is a Christy Finalist . . .
>so I’m giving away a copy of her book!! I featured this book back in September when it first came out. Congrats to Christina for being a Christy Finalist in the Debut Book Category. You can find a list of the other finalists here. I know many of the authors and their work. What an esteemed list of authors. You …
>THREE THINGS
>A drumroll please. The winner of Sarah Sundin’s fabulous WWII novel, A Distant Melody, is . . . Koala Bear Writer! Congratulations and thanks to those who entered. A teaser: If you love late nineteenth century historicals, especially those set in Texas, I have a treat for you. Vickie McDonough, a seasoned author with many novellas and HeartSong Presents novels …
>SARAH SUNDIN’S NETFLIX AND NOSTALGIA CONTEST
>Please welcome my friend and debut author extraordinaire, Sarah Sundin. She’s become something of a phenomenon in the blogosphere with five-star reviews popping up everywhere. Authentic. Detailed. Delightful. These are just some of the words used to describe A Distant Melody. To celebrate, Sarah is hosting a social sharing promotion! Click the icon below to enter this fab-o contest. Tell …
>Valentine Winner and A Special Announcement
> CONGRATULATIONS ! ! Erica Vetsch is the winner of Myra Johnson’s new book, Romance by the Book, and . . . drumroll, please . . . a box of Godiva chocolates.Thanks to all who left comments about your favorite romantic movie. I didn’t chime in, but one of my favorites is HELLO DOLLY! Why, you ask? It’s the movie …
>ROMANCE, A NEW BOOK, and A SWEET GIVEAWAY
>Some great news today. I’ve invited my friend, critique partner, and romance aficionado, Myra Johnson, to visit the cafe and tell us about her new book. Hint: It’s very timely and if you read all the way to the end, we also have a very sweet deal for you. Welcome, Myra. Hi, Carla! Thanks for inviting me to join you …
>’TIS THE SEASON
>Christmas always seems to sneak up on me. It’s not like I haven’t seen the decorations out in the store since Halloween or noticed how fat our daily newspaper has become with ads for the best bargains of the year. I have noticed and have chosen to shut myself off from the world. Hid behind my computer screen and surfed …
>WHAT THE BAYOU SAW by Patti Lacy up on CFBA Along with Review and Giveaway
> This week, theChristian Fiction Blog Allianceis introducing What The Bayou SawKregel Publications (March 24, 2009)byPatti LacyABOUT THE AUTHOR: Though Patti’s only been writing since 2005, she thinks her latest profession of capturing stories on paper (or computer files) will stick awhile. The Still, Small Voice encouraged Patti to write after a brave Irish friend shared memories of betrayal and …
>Something Worth Noting
>A couple of brief things: Thanks for all the comments on the Coffee Cup Bible Study series! I forgot to mention that Cheryl Barker’s name was drawn last Friday. Her name has been sent to the tour coordinator, and she will be eligible for the grand prize tote bag with all the yummy books and coffee. Congratulations! ANOTHER GIVEAWAY opportunity: …
>COFFEE CUP BIBLE SERIES – Enter for a Giveaway
>(Dallas Texas) – The coffee industry is one of the leading industries in America. Specialty coffee houses provide cozy intimate spaces to read, study and visit. That’s exactly what Sandra Glahn had in mind when she wrote her Coffee Cup Series Bible studies. Recently added to her already existing studies are Kona with Jonah and Frappe’ with Philippians. These Bible …