• Interview With Actor Garrett Black, “Bottled With Love” & “Easter Under Wraps”

    By Ruth on April 13, 2019
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    If you have been following Hallmark and my interviews for any length of time, you probably are well aware of the fact that I adore interviewing the supporting cast of Hallmark movies almost as much and sometimes more than the leads of the movies. I relish the chance to highlight those in the background who are also an integral part […]
  • Interview With Actor Andrew Walker, “Bottled With Love”

    By Ruth on April 12, 2019
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    Hallmark seems to have the corner on the market in regards to handsome, charming, talented leading men, and there is no doubt that Andrew Walker fits quite effortlessly into this group. He was one of the first actors I ever had the pleasure of interviewing, and his support, encouragement, and confidence in my skills is something that has always brought […]
  • “The Promise Of Us” by Jamie Beck Book Tour/Giveaway

    By Ruth on April 12, 2019
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    Interview with Author Jamie Beck   1. Can you give readers a quick snapshot of your newest novel The Promise of Us.  At its heart, this book is based on some favorite romance tropes (best friend’s older brother, unrequited crush, second chance-ish) although the circumstances are unusual. Basically, Logan returns to town to help his sister recover and, in his desire […]
  • Interview With Actress Kate Drummond, “Secrets In A Small Town”

    By Ruth on April 11, 2019
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    Without a doubt, I was a massive fan of the Flower Shop Mysteries films that starred Brennan Elliott and Brooke Shields. Even though this series is no longer making new episodes, one of the most important takeaways from that series was my introduction to the wonderful world of Kate Drummond. I first interviewed her a few years ago, and even […]
  • Interview With Actress Kayla Hutton, “One Winter Proposal”

    By Ruth on April 11, 2019
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    During the month of January, the Hallmark Channel (along with the W Network up in Canada) air movies (both premieres and repeat showings) that are a part of the Winterfest celebration. It’s the perfect way to bridge the gap between Christmas and Valentine’s Day. This year, Hallmark mounted a sequel to the very popular 2018 film, One Winter Weekend, starring […]
  • Celebrate Lit Book Tours: “Delilah” By Fay Lamb Book Tour/Giveaway

    By Ruth on April 10, 2019
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    About the Book Book: Delilah Author: Fay Lamb Genre: Contemporary Romance Release Date: September, 2018 They’ve sparred for years, but now they’re both headed for a knockout. Newly elected judge, John M. Turner, tries his best to soothe the hard feelings of former Circuit Judge Delilah James, the woman he bested in the election by only a narrow margin, but […]
  • Silver Dagger Tours: “Dying On Edisto” Book Tour/Giveaway

    By Ruth on April 10, 2019
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    Dying on Edisto The Edisto Island Mysteries Book 5 by C. Hope Clark Genre: Cozy Mystery   One death. Two detectives. And unexpected backup.     A Callie Morgan and Carolina Slade crossover! (A standalone mystery)   When a renowned—and now dead—travel blogger washes ashore on the banks of Indigo Plantation, Police Chief Callie Morgan of Edisto Beach agrees to […]
  • “If God Is For Us” by Trillia J. Newbell Bible Study Book Review/Giveaway (Ends 4/18) U.S.

    By Ruth on April 9, 2019
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    What would change if you really understood all that God has done and is doing for you? We may know in our heads that God is for us, that there’s great hope in his relationship with us and salvation for us, but sometimes these truths can be hard to believe in the midst of exhaustion, busyness, and a world of […]
  • The Benefits of School Choice and Prekindergarten

    By Ruth on April 8, 2019
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    Read my disclosure policy to understand how I work with companies and individuals.  For families with children, education before kindergarten is an important issue. Studies have shown how a quality preschool curriculum can set children on the pathway to success, and some states like Florida have adopted statewide initiatives. VPK Tampa is the Tampa, Florida based program that allows children […]
  • Interview With Actor Steve Belford

    By Ruth on April 7, 2019
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    One of Hallmark’s record thirty-eight Christmas movies in 2018–Pride, Prejudice, and Mistletoe–introduced me to an actor whom I had seen previously but didn’t realize it at the time. Steve Belford made his Christmas movie debut as Parker Fitzwilliam in this popular Christmas film that starred Lacey Chabert and Brendan Penny. Recently, it worked out to do a quick interview with […]