Wednesday, November 30, 2011

Book Spotlight - Second Chance Brides by Vickie McDonough

Second Chance Brides (Texas Boardinghouse series, #2)
Second Chance Brides by Vickie McDonough

From Goodreads.com:
Fans of The Anonymous Bride, will feel for Shannon O'Neil and Leah Bennett who are stranded in Lookout, Texas, without husbands or future plans. Thankfully, the marshal has ordered the rascally Corbett brothers to pay for the women's lodging at the boardinghouse, but will the brothers' idea of hosting Saturday socials really bring these women the kind of loves they long for? Will Shannon choose to marry just for security? Will Leah reject love when the challenges mount

Tuesday, November 29, 2011

Precisely Terminated Book Trailer

book Spotlight - The Christmas Brides by Linda Lael Miller

The Christmas Brides
The Christmas Brides by Linda Lael Miller

From Goodreads.com
Celebrate the holidays with these heartwarming family classics in one keepsake collection from New York Times bestselling author Linda Lael Miller
A McKettrick Christmas
Lizzie McKettrick is on a homebound train with a Christmas Eve surprise for her family—a special young man, Whitley Carson. He might seem a little too interested in the McKettrick money, but Lizzie's certain Whitley cares for her deep down. But fate has a surprise for Lizzie—Dr. Morgan Shane. When their train is stranded by a massive avalanche on Christmas Eve the handsome doctor takes charge—with Lizzie by his side. Time's running out for the passengers. But with faith, hard work and some unexpected help, it just might be a joyous McKettrick family Christmas after all….
A Creed Country Christmas
In the Montana wilderness of 1910, Lincoln Creed is up against more than rustlers, wolves and winter storms. His young daughter, Gracie, has needs beyond the beans and bacon he can barely cook. The widowed rancher must find Gracie a suitable governess who won't set her sights on him. Disowned for her refusal to marry, the young schoolteacher Juliana Mitchell seems like a perfect fit in the Creed home. As she gets to know Lincoln and Gracie, Juliana suddenly doesn't feel so strongly against marriage after all. In the season of miracles, Providence just might find a way to bring these souls together in a wonderful Christmas blessing.

Monday, November 28, 2011

It's Monday What Are You Reading?

It's Monday What are You Reading? is hosted by Sheila over at Book Journey.  Head on over and check out what every one else is reading.

Last week didn't turn out as well as I wanted but I did have a wonderful Thanksgiving.   Hope everyone else did as well.

Last Week On the Blog

Book Review of
The House of Hope: A Story of God's Love and Provision for the Abandoned Orphans of China
The House of Hope by Elizabeth Gifford

First Chapter Peaks of












Live Reflectively
and













Live Abundantly
by Lenya Heitzig and Penny Rose

(for some reason this posted behind a few of the earlier posts)

Book Spotlight of
A Prairie Christmas Collection: 9 Historical Christmas Romances from America's Great Plains
A Prairie Christmas Collection

Book Spotlight of
A Log Cabin Christmas: 9 Nine Romances of American Pioneer Christmases
A Log Cabin Christmas


This week on the Blog

Book Spotlight of
Highland Sanctuary
Highland Sanctuary by Jennifer Hudson Taylor
(this should have been a review but I never received the book)

Book Spotlight of
The Christmas Brides
The Christmas Brides by Linda Lael Miller

Book Spotlight of
Second Chance Brides (Texas Boardinghouse series, #2)
Second Chance Brides by Vickie McDonough

First Chapter Peak of
The 365 Most Important Bible Passages for You: Daily Readings and Meditations on Experiencing God's Richest Blessings in Your Life
The 365 Most Important Bible Passages for You

First Chapter Peak of
Light Under the House
Light Under the House by Aaron L & Donna Dawson

Audio of the week (sorry I have been dropping the ball on this recently)
Unwrapping Christmas
Unwrapping Christmas by Lori Copeland

Book Spotlight
Sharpshooter in Petticoats (Sophie's Daughters, #3)
Sharpshooter in Petticoats by Mary Connealy

Currently Reading
House of Secrets
House of Secrets by Tracie Peterson

Kindle
The Puppy That Came for Christmas: How a Dog Brought One Family the Gift of Joy
The Puppy that Came for Christmas by Megan Rix

Audio
Thunder of Heaven (The End Series, #2)
Thunder of Heaven by Tim LaHaye and Craig Parshall

The Christmas Wedding
The Christmas Wedding by James Patterson and Richard DiLallo

What's on Your reading Horizon?

BookSpotlight - Highland Sanctuary by Jennifer Hudson Taylor



Highland Sanctuary by Jennifer Hudson Taylor


A Sanctuary of Secrets . . .
Gavin MacKenzie, a chieftain heir who is hired to restore the ancient
Castle of Braigh, discovers a hidden village of outcasts who have created their own private sanctuary from the world. Among them is Serena Boyd, a mysterious and comely lass, who captures Gavin's heart in spite of harboring a deadly past that could destroy her future.

The villagers happen to be keeping an intriguing secret as well, and when a fierce enemy launches an attack against them, greed leads to bitter betrayal. Then, as Gavin prepares a defense, the villagers unite in a bold act of faith, showing how God's love is more powerful than any human force on earth.

Go Here to find out how to order, read the first chapter and watch the trailer.

 

Wednesday, November 23, 2011

Book Spotlight - A Prairie Christmas Collection

A Prairie Christmas Collection: 9 Historical Christmas Romances from America's Great Plains
A Prairie Christmas Collection

From Goodreads.com:


Experience Christmas on the historical American Great Plains as retold by nine different multi-published authors, including Tracie Peterson and Deborah Raney. Follow pioneers, immigrants, and orphans through their adventures, heartaches, challenges, victories, and romances. You are sure to find more than one favorite among the nine holiday romances in this unique collection to warm your heart and inspire your faith.

Tuesday, November 22, 2011

First Chapter Peaks of Live Reflectively and Live Abundantly by Lenya Heitzig and Penny Rose

It is time for a FIRST Wild Card Tour book review! If you wish to join the FIRST blog alliance, just click the button. We are a group of reviewers who tour Christian books. A Wild Card post includes a brief bio of the author and a full chapter from each book toured. The reason it is called a FIRST Wild Card Tour is that you never know if the book will be fiction, non~fiction, for young, or for old...or for somewhere in between! Enjoy your free peek into the book!

You never know when I might play a wild card on you!


Today's Wild Card authors are:


and the books:


Live Reflectively: Lessons from the Watershed Moments of Moses

David C. Cook (November 1, 2011)

and

Live Abundantly: A Study in the Book of Ephesians

David C. Cook; 2 edition (November 1, 2011)

***Special thanks to Audra Jennings, Senior Media Specialist, The B&B Media Group for sending me a review copy.***

ABOUT THE AUTHOR:



Lenya Heitzig is an award-winning author and popular Bible teacher. She and her husband founded Calvary Church of Albuquerque—one of the fastest-growing churches worldwide. She is the author of Holy Moments: Recognizing God’s Fingerprints on Your Life and also contributed to the best-selling New Women’s Devotional Bible. Heitzig serves as Executive Director of She Ministries of Albuquerque, overseeing weekly Bible studies and yearly retreats. She and her husband Skip live in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Penny Rose is the award-winning author of numerous books. Penny thrives on teaching at conferences and retreats nationwide. She lives in Albuquerque, New Mexico, with her husband, Kerry, a pastor at Calvary of Albuquerque.

Visit the authors' website.

SHORT BOOK DESCRIPTION:

The Fresh Life series was created for women who crave a profound experience of God’s Word without an overwhelming time commitment. Bible teachers Lenya Heitzig and Penny Rose challenge readers to dig deep into Scripture by using a directed study method that only requires twenty minutes a day. With a fresh approach to studying Scripture that gives newcomers as well as seasoned students deep insight into God’s Word, the latest two additions in the series explore the life of Moses and the riches in the book of Ephesians.

Live Reflectively: Lessons from the Watershed Moments of Moses (Heitzig) is an engaging Bible study on the life of Moses. He was saved from death on the Nile and raised as an Egyptian prince. He met his wife at a Midianite well, witnessed the birth of a nation as the Red Sea parted and watched water gush from a rock with one touch of his rod. He died overlooking the Jordan River. Through viewing the water moments of Moses’ life, readers will be encouraged to consider the moments in their own lives that shape who they are and who they are becoming.

Live Abundantly: A Study in the Book of Ephesians (Heitzig and Rose) challenges readers to dig deep into the book of Ephesians to find the spiritual treasure God has for them. The book of Ephesians is God’s “last will and testament” that bequeaths his spiritual treasures to His beloved children. Covering topics such as living in God’s will and receiving peace no matter the circumstances, it reveals the magnitude of every Christian’s inheritance—a gift “exceedingly abundantly above” what you could ever ask for.

The Fresh Life series teaches readers to:
· Lift up...a prayer
· Look at…God’s Word (answering questions concerning what the passage says)
· Learn about…what the passage means (sidebars define words and profice background information)
· Live out…what they have learned (personalizing the text and learning how it can impact their daily life)
· Listen to…quotes from well-known figures to build on the truths uncovered in Scripture

Readers will develop a deeper intimacy with the Lord and walk away feeling inspired to move forward in their walks of faith. Live Abundantly and Live Reflectively continue the rich biblical tradition of the Fresh Life series. They offer wisdom that will leave readers encouraged in their present situations and hopeful for the spiritual journey ahead.

Product Details:

Live Reflectively: Lessons from the Watershed Moments of Moses

List Price: $17.99
Paperback: 288 pages
Publisher: David C. Cook (November 1, 2011)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0781405939
ISBN-13: 978-0781405935

Product Details:

Live Abundantly: A Study in the Book of Ephesians

List Price: $17.99
Paperback: 304 pages
Publisher: David C. Cook; 2 edition (November 1, 2011)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1434703304
ISBN-13: 978-1434703309

AND NOW...THE FIRST CHAPTER (Click on images to expand):


Live Reflectively: Lessons from the Watershed Moments of Moses

































Live Abundantly: A Study in the Book of Ephesians (Click on images to expand)