• “The Marriage You’ve Always Wanted” by Gary Chapman Book Giveaway (Ends 2/27) U.S./Canada

    By Ruth on February 13, 2014
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    The Marriage You’ve Always Wanted Book Giveaway Hosted by Pea of Sweetness Sponsored by Dr. Gary Chapman Co-Hosted by Deals of Sweetness You can picture the perfect marriage in your mind, but re-creating it in reality doesn’t come easy. Trusted counselor and relationship expert Dr. Gary Chapman reasons that the most sought-after ingredient in any marriage is true oneness. In […]
  • This Day in History February 13, 1914

    By Ruth on February 13, 2014
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    On this date in 1914, composer Victor Herbert (ever seen Babes in Toyland?  He wrote the music for that.) founded the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers known as ASCAP.  He founded this organization to ensure that royalties were paid and copyrights were protected as it related to the music scene.  Supposedly, the story goes that Victor Herbert was […]
  • Juniper Grove Books: “Trails in the Sand” by P.C. Zick Book Tour/Giveaway (Ends 2/17) WW

    By Ruth on February 12, 2014
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    Title: Trails in the Sand Author: P.C. Zick Published: January 2012 Word Count: 130,000 Genre:  Contemporary Literary Fiction Recommended Age:  15+ Synopsis: Trails in the Sand follows environmental writer Caroline Carlisle as she reports on endangered sea turtles during the Deepwater Horizon oil spill. As she delves into the story, she uncovers secrets about the past that threaten to destroy […]
  • Juniper Grove Books: “Stronger Than the Rest” by Shirleen Davies Guest Post/Giveaway (Ends 2/19) U.S.

    By Ruth on February 12, 2014
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    Title:  Stronger Than the Rest Author:  Shirleen Davies Published:  January 13th, 2014 Word Count:  approx. 68,000 Genre:  Western Historical Romance Content Warning:   Mild Sexual Content Recommended Age:  18+ Synopsis: “Smart, tough, and capable, the MacLarens protect their own no matter the odds. Set against America’s rugged frontier, the stories of the men from Fire Mountain are complex, fast-paced, and a […]
  • Cedar Fort: “Skinny-licious” by Shauna Evans Book Tour/Review

    By Ruth on February 12, 2014
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    Shauna Evans is proud to host a blog tour for her book, Skinny-licious from February 1–28. Eat yourself skinny! Registered nurse and award-winning cook Shauna Evans proves that you don’t need to give up your favorite foods in order to slim down. You can enjoy tasty recipes like Lime and Cilantro Shrimp Skewers, Stuffed Red Peppers, and Cherry Chocolate Cake, all while losing […]
  • Epiphanie Bags Camera Bag Giveaway (Ends 2/26) U.S.

    By Ruth on February 12, 2014
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    Welcome to the Epiphanie Bags Camera Bag Giveaway! (Up to $225 value!) Sponsored by: Epiphanie Bags Hosted by: Savory Savings & Gloriously Green Gal Co-hosted by: Bloggie Away, Contest Patti, Dividing by Zero & Rainy Day Pennies As a seasoned or budding photographer can tell you, hauling the equipment around is one of the hardest things!  You want a bag […]
  • Black Lion Tours: “Redeemed By a Rebel” by Cynthia Woolf Book Blast (Ends 2/14) WW

    By Ruth on February 12, 2014
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      Check Cynthia Woolf’s new book:   Redeemed by a Rebel  (Book 1 in “Destiny in Deadwood Series”) Release Date: January 30, 2014                   Genre: historical western (set in 1876 Deadwood, Dakota Territory.)                                              […]
  • I.O. Tours: “The Shadow Princess” by Mary Hart Perry Cover Reveal

    By Ruth on February 12, 2014
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    BLURB: THE SHADOW PRINCESS, by Mary Hart Perry To catch one of history’s most notorious killers, a princess risks losing her family, her life—and her heart… London, 1888: A year after Queen Victoria’s Golden Jubilee terror mounts in the city’s slums.  A killer has butchered two prostitutes, the crimes brutal even by London’s hardened standards.  Rumors of the murders reach […]
  • “Mr. Ball Makes a To-Do List” by Michael Townsend Book Review

    By Ruth on February 11, 2014
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    Mr. Ball Makes a To-Do List by Michael Townsend My rating: 5 of 5 stars I thoroughly enjoy reading a children’s book once in a while, and this was one sheer joy. First of all, it is more like a graphic novel for little kids, and the artistry is amazing. The story is an absolute riot, and I believe that […]
  • “A Miracle of Hope” by Ruth Reid Book Review

    By Ruth on February 11, 2014
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    {MORE ABOUT A MIRACLE OF HOPE} Book One in the Amish Wonders series. How far can God’s mercy reach? Lindie Wyse is pregnant out of wedlock and thinks an arranged marriage is the only way to preserve her future. Josiah Plank is certain he’ll never love again, but he needs someone to care for his eight-year-old daughter, Hannah. The two take […]