WIN! WIN! WIN! Today!

Hi Everyone.

Hop on over to http://www.seekerville.blogspot.com/ for a fun interview and for a chance to win a copy of
A Log Cabin Christmas or Christmas Belles of Georgia.

Hope to see you there.

Until next time...

See ya ~ ~ ~

Debra

AND THE WINNERS ARE....DRUM ROLL PLEASE ~ ~ ~

CONGRATULATIONS TO ROBIN BAYNE AND BELLA ROSE CARLISLE!

Robin won a copy of Christmas Belles of Georgia and Bella won a copy of A Log Cabin Christmas.

Robin and Bella, to collect your prize, please email your address to christianromancewriter [at] gmail [dot]com

As soon as I get them, I will send the books off. Please note: Because you didn't leave your contact information, if I don't hear back from you by August 31st, I will pick new winners.

Thank you everyone who entered to win.

God bless you all.

Until next time...

See ya ~ ~ ~

A LOG CABIN CHRISTMAS AND CHRISTMAS BELLES OF GEORGIA GIVEAWAY!

Experience Christmas through the eyes of adventuresome settlers who relied on log cabins built from trees on their own land to see them through the cruel forces of winter. Discover how rough-hewed shelters become a home in which faith, hope, and love can flourish. Marvel in the blessings of Christmas celebrations without the trappings of modern commercialism where the true meaning of the day shines through. And treasure this exclusive collection of nine Christmas romances penned by some of Christian fiction’s best-selling authors.

Quadruplets adopted at birth receive letters to claim their inheritance—and the family they never knew. Holly feels betrayed by the news, while Carol prays for a loving family. Starr thinks it’s a hoax, and Noelle needs a break from a hopeless situation. But each will receive the gift of love at Christmas.

If you'd like to win a free copy of A Log Cabin Christmas and Christmas Belles of Georgia, leave a comment. However, there is a catch to this drawing. You must be willing to be an influcencer for these awesome books. An influencer is someone who is willing to promote the book, by telling their friends, family, or writing a positive review, etc. If that's you, then leave your name along with your contact information and I will add your name to the drawing.

Good luck!

Until next time...


See ya ~ ~ ~

Whoo hoo! Yippee skippy!

I'm so excited. I got my author copies today. The A Log Cabin Christmas cover and antique looking paper are striking! The Christmas Belles of Georgia cover is beautiful too!

I'm going to have a giveaway for a free copy of each one to someone who is willing to be an influencer for them. Just so you know, an influencer is someone who agrees to promote your book. If that's you, leave a comment, telling me why you would like to read them, or which one you would like to read, and I'll add your name to the drawing.

Thanks for stopping by.

Until next time...

See ya ~ ~ ~

Soul Surfer movie

If you haven't watched the movie Soul Surfer, based on a true story of a shark attack who lived to tell about it, then you've got to see it. I've watched it twice already. So-o-o inspirational and encouraging. Plus, it's a great family movie. No swear words, sex scenes or anything. About time Hollywood got it right. *smiling*

Until next time...

See ya ~ ~ ~

Deb

I'm a Twitterin'! Yippee!

Okay, so don't laugh, but my dear friend Staci Stallings told me how to Twitter. And, I must admit...do I ever feel stupid. It's so easy a child could do it. THANKS, STAC! I luv ya, girl!!!

Until next time...

See ya ~ ~ ~

Debra, who really would rather be known from this moment on as Debi. That is how I spelled my name all through school and up until someone suggested I use Debra on all my books. Debra is how my mother addressed me when I was in trouble. I so prefer Debi. *smiling*

Twitter - ing

Yep, you read it right. Twittering. I signed up for Twitter. And now I just have to figure out how to do it. Since I'm a hands on learner, that's going to be difficult without help. But ... with the grace of God, hopefully He'll be merciful to me and send someone to walk me through the process, cuz the only thing that's twittering right now is me heart just thinking about how to do it. *smiling*

To show you how ignorant I am of the thing, I'm not even sure what my ID is on Twitter. If it's under my name or the nickname I normally use. Sigh. All this technology is hard on the brain. Especially this one. hehe

Well, until next time...

See ya ~ ~ ~

Debra

More additions ~ YAY~

Well, I finally got a few pictures up and also a Contact and Guestbook page.

Now, if I could just get in the habit of blogging. If there is something you'd like to hear about on my blog, please let me know, okay?

God bless you and yours.

Until next time...

See ya ~ ~ ~

Stories to Romance the Heart by author Debra Ullrick
The Unexpected Bride - Sequel is - The Unlikely Wife (Jan 2012)
A Log Cabin Christmas, Christmas Belles of Georgia (Sept 2011)
Dixie Hearts, The Bride Wore Coveralls - Sequel is - Déjà vu Bride
www.DebraUllrick.com

New Website

Well, I've been playing around with website ideas, tried a few hosting companies, and decided I liked my blog the best. So, please bear with me, it is still under construction. I will be adding a contact page, photos, links, and hopefully a guestbook page.

Thanks for stopping by...

Until next time...

See ya ~ ~ ~

Debra

Fireman Dad, by Betsy St. Amant, is a fantastic read. I love macho firemen and Jacob Greene is definitely that and much more. Sparks fly between him and Marissa Hawthorne, enough to ignite a blazing fire. But she keeps her distance from him, and he has no idea why or what is holding her back since she seems to care for him too. His questions are soon answered when he discovers several major obstacles—obstacles that may force him to stop their fiery romance from ever igniting. Want to know what they are? Nope. Not tellin’. Read the book to find out.


Against her better judgment, Marissa takes on client Jacob. Something about him lures her to him and for the first time in years she’s ready to start dating. But when she finds out what he does for a living, she quickly douses the flames of romance between them. Doesn’t matter how good looking and kind hearted he is. One dead fireman was enough.



Will Jacob and his cookie bouquet be able to tear down the fortress wall Marissa has built around her heart? Sorry. Not tellin’. Read the book to find out. It will be money WELL spent.

Thanks for stopping by.

Until next time...

See ya ~ ~ ~

Stories to Romance the Heart by author Debra Ullrick
The Unexpected Bride - Sequel is - The Unlikely Wife (Jan 2012)
A Log Cabin Christmas, Christmas Belles of Georgia (Sept 2011)
Dixie Hearts, The Bride Wore Coveralls - Sequel is - Déjà vu Bride

www.DebraUllrick.com

Well, today is the day after our monsoon weather. When those tornado sirens went off yesterday I thought my heart was going to stop beating.


My beautiful flowers took quite a beating and twigs and branches are now littered throughout my yard, but... my husband and I are safe and God is good. No tornado. Whew!
 
Who would have ever thought I'd go through a monsoon in Colorado? Not I, that's for sure. We just don't have them here in Colorado. Not that I ever remember anyway. This is the first one I've been through. Well, that is not entirely true. We had one last week and it, too, was horrific. The only difference between this one and that one was this time we had hail the size of quarters and one of the tall cement bear statues in my yard got pitted. :-( 

Oh, and I've never seen such lightning like that before either. One strike after another, followed by super loud booms and rattling windows. The only other time I saw lightning like that was when I lived on the ranch in the mountains. Up there, we saw and felt the effect of a large lightning bolt and the boom was immediate. It had struck in the horse lot directly behind our house and killed two of the ranch horses. Scared the liver out of us adn broke our hearts.

I sure hope I don't have to go through anymore of these kind of storms. Not sure my heart can take them. *grin*

Anyway, just wanted to write that God is good and that He kept my family safe.


Thought I would attach a few pictures for you to see.

1. My bear statue. All that white is pits.

2. The hanging basket was full of beautiful blooms.

3. A picture of some of the branches/twigs dotting my yard.

4. That was daisies.

5. Those flowers used to stand up tall and beautiful, but now are droopy and broken.

6. A fun one. Underneath that bush is a little rabbit, sitting up on it's rump and cleaning itself after being drenched by the storm.

Thanks for stopping by.
Unitl next time...
See ya ~ ~ ~

Stories to Romance the Heart by author Debra Ullrick
The Unexpected Bride - Sequel is - The Unlikely Wife (Jan 2012)
A Log Cabin Christmas, Christmas Belles of Georgia (Sept 2011)
Dixie Hearts, The Bride Wore Coveralls - Sequel is - Déjà vu Bride
http://www.debraullrick.com/

MASQUERADE MARRIAGE BY ANNE GREENE - FABULOUS READ!

Welcome to my blog.

Meet Anne Greene, author of, Masquerade Marriage.

ANNE delights in writing about wounded heroes and gutsy heroines. She writes both historical and suspense novels. After falling in love with several countries and their people, Anne set a number of her books in exotic locations. She and her hero husband, Army Special Forces Colonel Larry Greene, have visited twenty-five countries, including three communist countries. A visit to Scotland resulted in her newest book release, Masquerade Marriage, published by White Rose Publishing. When she’s not deployed with her husband, Anne makes her home in McKinney, Texas. Two of her four children live nearby. Tim LaHaye led her to the Lord when she was twenty-one and Chuck Swindoll is her Pastor. In 1990, Anne graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor’s degree in Literary Studies from the University of Texas, Dallas. Her highest hope is that her stories transport the reader to an awesome new world and touch hearts to seek a deeper spiritual relationship with the Lord Jesus. To learn more of Anne and to view pictures from her extensive travel, visit her at AnneGreeneAuthor.com.

Interesting note:
Anne Greene's heritage:

I’m Scotch-Irish on my paternal side and Dutch on my maternal side. However my genealogy goes back to Charlemagne, and from there back to Adam.

Tell us, Anne, how long have you been writing?

Masquerade Marriage is my second published book. I’ve been writing about ten years. Reading was my escape in my growing up years, and I’ve always wanted to be a writer. I graduated from the University of Texas cum laude with a degree in Literary Studies, but worked as a photographer and as a Real Estate Agent before diving in full-time to write. When I joined American Christian Romance Writers, the journey to writing got much easier. I have a wonderful critique group, and because of their annual conference, I’ve met many editors and agents. Finalling in writing contests gave me excellent feedback, plus got me my latest contract with White Rose Publishing. So, I recommend both contests and conferences.

What genre do you write and why?

I write in the Historical, Historical Romance, and Romantic Suspense genres. As a girl, I didn’t like history—until I read my first Historical novel. Then I was hooked. I know many people today don’t enjoy history, and my goal is to open up the glories of the past to them. History was modern life lived with all its heartache, joy, and excitement in a world very different from our own. I bring these different worlds into vivid, living color, and give a painless dose of history along the way. I write Romantic Suspense because I like to see good win over evil with fast action, surprises, and discover who did it and why.

What is the most illuminating thing you discovered in researching Masquerade Marriage?

I loved delving deep into Scottish history. I am both Scotch and English as are so many Americans. I know my American history, but my knowledge of Scottish history was spotty until I began researching for this period. I loved weaving the information I gleaned into the fabric of my story. So many heroic people lived during that tremulous time. I love reading and writing about courage. In fact, a reader can find that theme in every one of my books.

Do you identify with any of your characters?

Absolutely – I have to become one with each of my characters. Just as an actress takes on the character of each person she portrays, so a writer becomes the character in her drama.

Which character was the hardest to get right?

I don’t try to get my characters right. I become the character. She/he tells me what is happening inside and what she plans to do about it, and then I just let her/him do it. That’s what so much fun about writing. I live each journey, each adventure of each character.

What’s the take-away message you want the reader to find in Masquerade Marriage?

That God is in control. No matter how awful the circumstances in a person’s life, God doesn’t let anything happen to you outside of His perfect will.

What advice would you give a new writer just starting out?

Definitely join a writing group like American Christian Fiction Writers and Faith, Hope and Love chapter of Romance Writers of America. They have classes, critique groups, and you get to meet other peculiar people like you are.

What’s the strangest thing you’ve ever eaten?

In China I watched my dear husband eat a roasted Scorpion. In Korea I ate Kimchi, but didn’t eat the silk worm larva. Phew! In Australia, I didn’t eat Kangaroo burgers. In Viet Nam I ate some really good stuff and have no idea what it was.

If you could go anywhere to tomorrow, where would you go?
I’d like to go back to being twenty-one. LOL.


What’s next?
I am working a sequel to Masquerade Marriage, as well as a number of other books. So just keep your eyes open for books written by Anne Greene.Let’s talk about other books you’ve written. I particularly like the sound of your sassy detective, please will you give us some teasers about these books?


My sassy detective is a bit like the Janet Evanovich character, Stephanie Plum, except Holly Gardens is a Christian with a Christian world view, and she has two men deeply in love with her. She rescues both of them, but having been dumped at the altar by a third, is unwilling to risk her heart again. This is a first book in a series of mysteries that she and the two male detectives solve. Each contains the growing tension of which man will ultimately win Holly. Holly’s overriding passion is to be a light in the dark underbelly of society as she solves mysteries. She’s also out to find the culprit who murdered her detective father and painted him as a drug dealer. Each mystery she solves brings her a little closer to finding her father’s killer and taking the detective agency out of the red. The title is Holly Garden, PI, Red Is For Rookie.
I also have several other books you might find interesting on my website, http://www.annegreeneauthor.com/.

My books can be purchased at http://www.WhiteRosePublishing.com


Thank you, Anne.

And now...

Introduction to, Masquerade Marriage.

A SECRET LIST

He was born to a clan of noted warriors and musicians. Yet to protect his loved ones and escape the dark fate of his brothers, he abandons his identity. Hiding from relentless soldiers who want him dead, he vows to protect the woman he loves more than life, more than freedom, more than Scotland. But his presence throws her into.

A VOW HONORED

She weds a stranger to save his life. But do vows make a marriage? When does a marriage become a marriage? What if she holds a different love inside her heart?

A SACRIFICE MADE

Steeling himself against the pain, he condemns himself to a life of heartbreak without her. Wanting her desperately, knowing he can’t have her, he surrenders her and heads alone to certain death. Outlawed, with a price on his head, does she love him enough to give up castle, lands, and family, and risk the agony of surrendering her heart a second time?

EXCERPT FROM MASQUERADE MARRIAGE

Like a determined hero, the fugitive warrior strode through the door at the far end of the tiny stone kirk.

Megan’s eyes widened. Her clenched jaw relaxed. Some of her dread dissolved.

“Impressive.” Molly, Megan’s Irish maid, whispered from where they stood together in the vestibule.

He stopped in front of the hand-carved altar and half-turned toward her. Megan pulled in an uneven breath. This Highlander, wearing formal kilts, was no scrawny lad grown older, nor was he a big, hairy Scot with a bushy beard. The tall, strapping soldier stood with legs braced as if about to do battle.

Her heart skipped. Though she’d known Brody when she wore short skirts, this blond warrior was far more than she expected. Her pulse throbbed in her temples. Doubt niggled her brain. Brody was too tall, too obviously a Highlander. How could she hope to pass him off as a Lowland Laird? He appeared to have too big a chip on his shoulder to let her command him.

Brody’s thick sandy hair swept the collar of his linen shirt. Lace-trimmed cuffs matched the white jabot at his muscular throat. A silver broach clapsed his crimson and black tartan to his wide right shoulder. His Claymore, dirk, and thick sword belt startled her.

Megan suppressed a shudder. The English outlawed kilts. With his dress, Brody spat in the face of the English and further imperiled his life. Why?

His intense sapphire stare blazed a trail across the empty wooden pews toward her. His eyes made her feel dizzy as if she just danced a fast reel with a lively partner.

Molly grinned and handed Megan the bridal flowers.

What had she gotten herself into?


MY REVIEW

My only problem with this book was… I had to put it down when I didn’t want to! *smiling* I wanted to keep reading and reading and reading but deadlines kept me from doing so.

What I really loved about this book was the romantic tension between the hero and heroine. The blood and gore of the war I struggled with but only because I have a weak stomach. However, it is pertinent to the story and war never is a pretty sight.
Brody MacCaulay is a hunky Scotland warrior who is masculinity personified. And Megan MacMurry wasn’t some wimpy heroine who needed rescuing. Not that I have anything against heroines who need rescuing. I just enjoyed that Megan was a strong, fearless woman, who was willing to die for a cause.

What was this cause Megan was willing to die for? And why would she risk not only her life but her families as well? What induced Megan to marry a man she did not love when she was in love with another? Just who was this other gentleman Megan loved? And where was he, and why didn’t she marry him?
Deception abounds. But by whom? And why?
Brody harbors a secret. What is it, and is it a good one or a bad one?
What would cause someone to hide out in cold, damp caves? To travel at night with dangers lurking everywhere?
If you want to know the answers to these questions, then you have to read, Masquerade Marriage, to find out. You won’t be sorry. It’s an excellent read.
Anne Greene is a truly gifted and talented writer. Her attention to detail is exquisite. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and highly recommend it.

Until next time...

See ya~ ~ ~

Debra Ullrick - Award winning author of stories that romance the heart.
The Unexpected Bride, Love Inspired Historical, coming May 2011
A Grand County Christmas/A Log Cabin Christmas, coming September 2011
Loving Stetson/Christmas Belles of Georgia, coming September 2011
The Bride Wore Coveralls, Déjà vu Bride, and Dixie Hearts available now.
(http://www.debraullrick.com/)

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HEAD IN THE CLOUDS by Karen Witemeyer ~ SUPERB!

This fabulous cover says it all! Well, almost.

Karen Witemeyer has done it again. Such a fresh voice in the historical romance market. When I finished reading Karen's first book, A Tailor-Made Bride, I wondered how she was ever going to top that one. Well, I don't have to wonder any more. She did. Head in the Clouds, is a delightful read. It's super duper funny with excellent characters and honeycomb sweet romance. Some real, some imagined. But which is which? I'll never tell.

I will tell you this. The title sure fits heroine extraordinaire, Adelaide Proctor, who really does have her head in the clouds. Most of the time anyway. Until she's either working or needed, that is. Then Adelaide has a way of pulling her focus from out the clouds and back onto earth, especially back onto a certain little girl named Isabella, and a certain English Gentleman named Gideon.

Who are these two people? Just how does Adelaide get tangled up with them anyway? Does a love gone bad have anything to do with their meeting?

Gunshots follow Gideon Westcott around like yapping puppies. How can Gideon protect himself, Isabella, and Adelaide from hidden dangers that keep popping up like weeds in a well-tended garden? After all, someone is determined to see them dead. But who? And why?

AS IF! I'll never tell.

If you want to know, you'll have to buy the book and find out. You won't be sorry. It will be money well spent.
Until next time...

See ya~ ~ ~

Debra Ullrick - Award winning author of stories that romance the heart.
Loving Stetson/Christmas Belles of Georgia, coming soon.
A Grand County Christmas/A Log Cabin Christmas, coming soon.
The Unexpected Bride, Love Inspired Historical, coming May 2011
The Bride Wore Coveralls, Déjà vu Bride, and Dixie Hearts available now.
(http://www.debraullrick.com/) (http://www.christianromancewriter.blogspot.com/)

Love finds You Under the Mistletoe

I really enjoyed these two stories. Both had excellent characters that I loved spending time with and was sad to say goodbye to.


An Appalachian Christmas, by Irene Brand is set around WWII. I'm normally not a fan of novels set in that time era, but I really, really enjoyed this one. Fabulous story about the power of forgiveness.


Once Upon a Christmas Eve, a contemporary novel by Anita Higman is set in a Christmas shop in Noel, Missouri. This story shows how love truly can find you anywhere. In your own backyard or even on a doorstep.



I highly recommend, Love Finds You Under the Mistletoe.

Until next time...

See ya~ ~ ~


Debra Ullrick - Award winning author of stories that romance the heart.
Loving Stetson/Christmas Belles of Georgia, coming soon.
A Grand County Christmas/A Log Cabin Christmas, coming soon.
The Unexpected Bride, Love Inspired Historical, coming May 2011
The Bride Wore Coveralls, Déjà vu Bride, and Dixie Hearts available now.
(http://www.debraullrick.com/) (http://www.christianromancewriter.blogspot.com/)

An Undaunted Hope by Julie Lessman

Wow, this one had more roller coaster rides than a theme park. An Undaunted Love, by Julie Lessman had me turning the pages almost faster than I could read them. As a huge fan of Julie’s stories, I definitely wasn’t disappointed. An Undaunted Love, is as good if not better than her others. Filled with her usual sweet, poetic romance and much, much more.

One thing I loved about, An Undaunted Love, was, just when I thought things were going to go one way, Julie yanked me another direction. When the ride smoothed out a bit, wham! Another quick drop. Then a sharp yank in the opposite direction. Then the ride smoothed out and I took a nice slow journey to the top until… Bam! My stomach slammed into my throat, then just as quickly dipped it into my toes. Several times, I didn’t know if I was coming or going. My stomach and heart took more dips than an ice cream parlor soda jerk.

Hmmm speaking of Soda Jerk. This story has one, but it’s not who you think it is. This man’s passion and kisses are sweeter and better than a loaded hot fudge sundae on a hot summer day. Who is this man? I’ll let you figure it out for yourself.

Katie Rose O’Connor wants to tackle to the world for women’s rights. Her ambitions take her down roads she thought she would never travel. Just when she thinks she has things all figured out, her life takes on another sharp turn of events. None of which fit her well-laid plans. Or do they, and she just doesn’t know it? As if! I’ll never tell. All I can say is, this girl encounters more romance and beaus than a whole book shelf of novels.

And this story isn’t just about Katie, it’s about the whole gang in Julie Lessman’s, The Daughter’s of Boston series, plus a whole lot more. So, if you enjoyed, A Passion Most Pure, A Passion Redeemed, and, A Passion Denied, you will love this one. I sure did.

Until Next time…

See ya ~ ~ ~

Debra Ullrick - Award winning author of stories that romance the heart.
The Unexpected Bride, Love Inspired Historical, coming May 2011
The Bride Wore Coveralls, Déjà vu Bride, and Dixie Hearts available now.
(http://www.debraullrick.com/) (http://www.christianromancewriter.blogspot.com/)



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It's a Giveaway Extravaganza! Kindle Giveaway, Facebook Party and Book Bomb - OH MY!

Visit the Roaring 20’s with Julie Lessman in the Technology and Romance KINDLE Giveaway! Julie’s latest series has just ‘shimmied’ it’s way onto the scene with book 1 in The Winds of Change series, A Hope Undaunted! 

Find out more about the book, Julie here.

Enter The Technology and Romance KINDLE Giveaway!

One Grand Prize winner will receive a KINDLE preloaded with Julie Lessman's latest title. The Prize Pack (valued at over $150.00) includes:

* A brand new KINDLE, with Wi-Fi

* A Hope Undaunted by Julie Lessman

To enter, simply click on the icons below to fill out the entry form and be sure to tell your friends about the contest.

Oh, and enter soon! Winner will be announced on October 7th.

Not only is Julie hosting the fabulous KINDLE giveaway, but also a FACEBOOK  PARTY and a BOOK BOMB!!!

Are you ready for PRIZES GALORE??? Then come to the Facebook Party!

How does a gift certificate and a signed book given away EVERY 10 minutes during an hour-long Facebook party sound? (Yeah, we think it sounds pretty great too!) On October 7th at 5pm PST (6:00 MST, 7:00 CST, & 8:00 EST) Julie is inviting you to attend the A Hope Undaunted Facebook Party! She'll announce the winner of the KINDLE and in addition to the prizes every 10 minutes, she'll also be giving away great prize baskets filled with even more Romance and Technology (Netflix, Starbucks, Amazon.com, Champagne body Lotion, Pearls, & more!)!

BUT WAIT … there’s more (and no, this is not an infomercial … it’s WAY better!).  If you participate in the Book Bomb on October 7th you’ll be entered to win a $50 gift certificate to Amazon.com. All you need to do to participate is buy a copy of A Hope Undaunted on October 7th and send your receipt (just transaction number from store, store name & date) to mailto:amy@litfusegroup.com?subject=I%20bought%20a%20copy%20of%20A%20Hope%20Undaunted%21! Each book purchased equals one entry, buy 10 books get 10 entries!

All this fun begins with Revell’s blog tour SEPTEMBER 19-25, when 122 blogger/reviewers will post reviews about A Hope Undaunted, followed by the Book Bomb and Facebook Party!

So mark your calendars with these important dates:
September 19-25: A Hope Undaunted will be making an appearance on blogs across the country (and beyond!) in Revell's blog tour!

September 20th: The Technology and Romance KINDLE Giveaway launches (contest runs 9/20 - 10/6)

October 7th: Book Bomb Day (where everyone is encouraged to buy the book online at the same time!) and Facebook Party - meet and chat with Julie, win some great prizes & find out who won the KINDLE!

Want to help us spread the word about all this fun and be entered to win a $50 Amazon.com gift certificate?

Share Julie's Giveaway Extravaganza on Facebook, Twitter or your blog and we'll enter your name into our random drawing to win 50 smackers to Amazon.com!

Once you've tweeted, posted on Facebok or added the button to your blog/website - simple email Amy and let her know you helped spread the word. Easy.

Here is a sample post for both Twitter/Facebook:

Tweet This: @JulieLessman is giving away a KINDLE and tons more during her giveaway extravaganza! Details here: http://ow.ly/2Czbn Pls RT

Share on Facebook: Julie Lessman is celebrating her new release, A Hope Undaunted by giving away a KINDLE, having a Book Bomb and a Facebook Party! Prizes Galore - don't miss the fun! http://ow.ly/2Czbn

Or add this button to your blog or website! Simply copy and paste the code in the box into the HTML screen of your blog or website. Then email Amy and let her know you did!

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A TAILOR-MADE BRIDE by Karen Witesmeyer

EXCELLENT, EXCELLENT, EXCELLENT. So, did I mention, A Tailor-Made Bride, was excellent? *smiling*

A Tailor-Made Bride, by Karen Whitemeyer is one of thee best historical novels I’ve ever read. This story catapulted to the top of my favorite historical novel’s list. I loved the characters, the story line, and everything about it. It’s mind-blowing to think that this is Karen’s debut novel. Her storytelling, characterization, and writing skills are that of a seasoned author. I can’t wait to read more from this author. Karen is one gifted, talented lady.

When dressmaker Hannah Richards moves to Coventry Texas, she encounters one handsome, yet gruff male… Mr. Jericho Tucker (J.T.), who takes an instant dislike to her, and she has no idea why. Even more befuddling, the man is constantly doing kind things for her, despite his obvious censure of her and her profession. Whatever his disapproving reasons are, Hannah knows that her heart and motive for coming here are without fault, therefore, she refuses to let him deter her from doing what she came to Coventry to do—create beautiful gowns.

Can Hannah change Mr. Tucker’s mind, not only about her profession, but about herself? Does she even want to?

Something Mr. Tucker’s sister and Hannah do tosses more wood into the already blazing fire. What is it? And why does it cause such a ruckus?

Beautiful women are taboo to Jericho Tucker. Especially Hannah Richards. J.T. wishes the striking dressmaker would go back to where she came from. He despises her type and tries desperately to avoid her. But no matter how hard he tries, she is constantly thrown into his path and his arms. How and why?

Why does Mr. Tucker dislike dressmakers so?

And what does an old man, who hasn’t bathed in forever, have to do with this story?

If you want the answers to these questions, and if you’re looking for an excellent read, then buy yourself a copy of, A Tailor-Made Bride. You won’t be sorry.


Until next time....

See ya~ ~ ~

Debra Ullrick, author of, The Bride Wore Coveralls, Deja Vu Bride, and Dixie Hearts.
Coming in May 2011, The Unexpected Bride -- Steeple Hill Love Inspired Historical

Another winner by Betsy St. Amant!

Rodeo Sweetheart by Betsy St. Amant is quite a ride. But what a ride!

Love it, love it, love it! The long, rocky trail in, Rodeo Sweetheart, is filled with lies, deception, and romance.

But who’s fooling whom? And why?

Will the deceptions ever end?

Samantha Jenson wants to save her family’s ranch. A dude ranch isn’t what she had in mind, but at the present it seems to be the only way to stay out of the red. That is, until a couple of other options come her way. Yep, “Lucy” just might be the answer to Samantha’s unanswered prayers. But is the risk of a life worth saving the family ranch? After all, Samantha’s already lost one loved one.

Late night rendezvous’ in the corrals? More lies and deception? Or what?

Ethan Ames is out to steal something precious away from Samantha. To do that, he has to keep a major secret. What is that secret? And what lengths will Ethan go to, to accomplish this task? Will his plans backfire, or will he end up with something precious stolen from him instead? After all, the price of his deception is a whole lot higher than he anticipated.

Well, I hope I’ve whet your appetite. If you want to discover the answers to these questions, pick up a copy of, Rodeo Sweetheart. You won’t be sorry.

Greenhorns…hold onto your saddle horn. You’re fixin’ to learn some things about…. Did you really think I’d tell you? As if!

Until next time....

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Debra Ullrick - Award winning author.
The Bride Wore Coveralls
Déjà vu Bride, sequel to, The Bride Wore Coveralls, Spirit Light Books
Dixie Hearts, Barbour publishing
http://www.debraullrick.com/
 
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A Valentine's Wish by Betsy St. Amant

A Valentine’s Wish, by Betsy St. Amant is sweet, yummy, and chocolately. Yeppers, you heard me right. Chocolately. Betsy’s unique writer’s voice is fun, adventurous, and delightful.

In, A Valentine’s Wish, Lori Perkins has a secret admirer who showers her with simple, yet profound gifts. Only she doesn't know just how profound those gifts really are. And no matter how hard she tries, she can’t figure out who he is. Whoever he is though, knows a lot about her and smothers her with kisses, kisses, kisses. Real? Chocolate? Both? Or Gators? When she finally discovers her secret admirer’s identity, she’s confused and disappointed. Or is she?
Will the real secret admirer please stand up?

Andy Stewart has to get married. Will he pick just anyone to get Pastor Mike and the rest of the church off of his back? Including a woman who gives him a massive headache? And just why is the church asking him to get married as soon as possible anyway? Will fear hold him back from asking the real love of his life to marry him? Or will he settle for another just to please the flock?

Cupids are showing up everywhere. In the form of a little old lady, a young boy, and a well-meaning starry-eyed teenager. Will Cupids arrow hit its mark and bring two people who are right for each other together? Or will all their arrows miss the mark?

As if! You want to find out? Okay, then buy yourself a copy of Betsy St. Amant’s, A Valentine’s Wish, to discover the answers. You won’t be sorry. Oh, and don’t forget the chocolate.

Until next time....

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Debra Ullrick, author of The Bride Wore Coveralls

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THE BIG 5-OH by Sandra D. Bricker YOWZA! SMOKIN'!

The Big 5-OH is probably Sandra Bricker’s funniest most romantic story yet. Yep. You heard me. I didn’t think she could get any funnier or write a novel with even more romance in it than her other ones. But she’s outdone herself with this one.

Once again, my husband made me stop reading in bed because I laughed so hard I was keeping him awake. I was so bummed since I normally do most of my reading in bed. Then I thought, I can do this. I can control my laughter. I know I can. Well, I was wrong. I couldn’t contain myself. So when hubby gave me that look, I read him one of the scenes that had me guffawing uncontrollably, and the two of us laughed until our laughter sounded as wheezy as Snidely the cartoon dog.

In The Big 5-OH you will meet some of the funniest, coolest, orneriest, interesting characters ever. Take for example…

Olivia Wallace. All her life her birthday ends up with some sort of catastrophe or another. And she doesn’t expect the Big 50 to be any different. When her next door neighbor finally convinces her to take a vacation, to spend her 50th birthday, in Florida, Olivia heads out to Florida, where she meets some really interesting people and pets.

First we’ll start with Jared…aka…Drop-dead-gorgeous, M.D., neighbor extraordinaire.

Next there’s Boofer who has, well, let’s just say a problem that no one would want to subject themselves to. Not on purpose anyway. And the space collar it wears adds even more character to the pet’s many charms. And I won’t even mention the rest of the critters she encounters. Human or otherwise.

And we mustn’t forget the trespassing old man who swims laps in Olivia’s pool at the most ungodliness hour ever no matter how many times she asks him not to.

And…I think I’ll stop there. Read it for yourself to discover the rest of the cast.

Let me leave you with this thought…when I buy a romance book, I want it to be filled with romance. And if it has a good dose of humor in it, that’s even better. Well, this book, The Big 5-OH by Sandra Bricker is loaded with humor and sweet romance throughout the whole novel. So, if you’re looking for a great read, then look no further. The Big 5-OH will not disappoint.

Until next time...

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Debra Ullrick 2nd place winner in the 16th Annual Heartsong Awards Favorite New Author category
The Bride Wore Coveralls, 2nd place winner in the 16th Annual Heartsong Awards Favorite Contemporary Romance category
Déjà vu Bride, the sequel to, The Bride Wore Coveralls, Spirit Light Books
Dixie Hearts, Barbour publishing

(http://www.debraullrick.com/) (http://www.christianromancewriter.blogspot.com/)

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MENU FOR ROMANCE BY KAYE DACUS

Menu for Romance by Kaye Dacus is just as good, if not better than, Stand-in Groom—the first story in the Brides of Bonneterre series. Kaye is an amazingly gifted writer who keeps her readers spell bound, and weaves sweet romance throughout her stories.

Menu for Romance, is one of those stories that you can’t stop reading. It’s a real keeper. In fact, I liked it so much, I’m going to read it again. And I can hardly wait for her next book to come out.

Meredith Guidry is having a one way, secret love affair with Chef Major O’Hara, but only in her dreams. Resolved to marry before the end of the year, Mere gives up her fantasies about marrying Major. When her handsome remodeling contractor, Ward, asks her out on a date, she decides it’s time to start distancing herself from Major, so she goes out with Ward, hoping to find love. And he just might be the man for her…that is…if she can ever stop thinking about Major long enough to get to know Ward. Will she open her heart to Ward? Or will she remain single the rest of her life?

Major O’Hara is in love with Meredith, but because of his position—working for her and her family—he forces himself to keep things on a professional level. Besides he has a heart-wrenching and devastatingly embarrassing secret that would keep him from committing to any woman, let alone the beautiful Meredith Guidry. Plus he knows if Meredith ever discovers his secret, she will never forgive him for deceiving her.

If you like romance, this book is for you.

Great job, Kaye. Keep up the awesome work!

Until next time...

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