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2022 Wrap-Up

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During the holiday excitement and a new book release, I plum ran out of time to share the online sources that featured Dress Shop Miracles. I hope you take the time to check out these wonderful sites, my book, and the others listed.:

Shirley Corder, author and reviewer, gave Dress Shop Miracles a lovely thumbs up at Write to Inspire. Check it out now!

You can find Dress Shop Miracles (and Kiss Under the Lemon Tree) in the Book Catalog 2022 Winter Collection with other books for your choosing.

Terri Lynn Flowers at Character Café (founded by Amy Walsh) interviewed my protagonist, Molly, in Dress Shop Miracles. It’s a fun read as Terri and Molly chat over apple cider tea and nutmeg ginger apple snaps. There’s even a recipe for ginger snaps!

Walking on Mustard Seeds (founded my Michele Marie Weisman) held an e-book giveaway for Dress Shop Miracles. How cool is that? Although the drawing is closed, please take a moment to check out this website.

FEATURED THIS MONTH:

Kiss Under the Lemon Tree is now featured in Your Author Hub offering articles, devotionals, resources, and, of course, books! The genre list includes nonfiction, inspirational, fiction (where you’ll find Kiss Under the Lemon Tree), kid’s books, journals, and planners.

Thank you for the gift of reading my e-books and allowing me to get to know you on my social media pages. If you wrote an Amazon review, my heart is deeply touched more than you could possible know. If you haven’t read them yet, I hope you’ll dash over to Amazon to get your copy now.

Much love to you and yours.

I hope your New Year is filled with wonder, health, laughter, and adventure. If you haven’t already, please join me and the fun conversations on my social media pages here.  

The Promise

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In December 2021, I wrote a short story called The Promise. Last month, I submitted it to the CCU | online Colorado Christian University Short Story Contest Challenge.

And guess what?

I won!

The prizes included a critique of the submitted work and autographed books by 21-time New York Times Bestselling Author Jerry B. Jenkins, a CCU water bottle, journal, tote bag, and a heavyweight sweatshirt blanket!

Besides these wonderful prizes, I had a delightful experience with CCU staff member, Tera Jewell, Digital Marketing Specialist, College of Adult and Graduate Studies.

Tera was so gracious through the pre-launch process and asked if I wanted my original or critiqued story published on CCU’s blog; if I wanted any additional changes made to the critiques, was the image to accompany my story okay; if I wouldn’t mind a slight publication delay because of website updates? Wow, I was blown away. Writers usually don’t have a say once a story is accepted for publication.

If Tera is an example of CCU’s service priorities, and I was applying for college, this would be my college choice.

In case you’re wondering if I had any additional changes to Jerry’s critiques, the answer is who would change critiques by a bestselling author of over 200 books in multiple genres, some adapted into a movie?!

BOOKISH FUN and GIVEAWAYS

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I’ll be at this fun event both days at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. If you miss my time slots, don’t worry, just type my name in the group’s search bar for my posts. Winners will be announced on Monday.

Please Note: This is a private group, so hop on over NOW, ask to join, and then answer a couple of simple questions. I think you’ll like it so much you’ll want to stay long after the party. It’s a fun group. Can’t wait to see you!

Four Book Launch Tactics

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I’m honored to be interviewed by Laura Christianson on her Professional Writer Podcast, Episode 51. She is experienced at helping writers create a polished online presence. You can listen to it here. A bonus infographic is included: 7 Steps to Plan an Ebook Launch.

If you’re interested in Laura’s services they can be found here.

A SPECIAL Valentine’s Gift for YOU!

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Do you adore FOREVER LOVE stories?

Sonny Pace would like to tell you his. How he realized the best thing to hold on to in life was Addie. How unforeseen problems and jumping to conclusions broke his heart.

Does his story sound familiar? It does for many of us.

Kick-off this Valentine’s Day with Sonny as he shares his and Addie’s FOREVER-LOVE story that inspires HOPE.

For a very limited time,

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We’re celebrating Kiss under the Lemon Tree’s six-month birthday…and my birthday which includes the number six but that’s all I’m revealing.

Celebrate with me. Treat yourself, and your friends and family in time for Christmas. Most importantly, be safe.

Set in 1954, Sonny realizes the best thing to hold on to in life is his realtor’s attractive granddaughter. But Addie has problems even she isn’t aware of, which turns their lives upside down.

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Giveaways!

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Author Rachel Skatvold is celebrating her book release, Vivian’s Morning Star, at Brides of Pelican Rapids Facebook group. I will be there with other authors in support and to offer prizes.

The party is on Wednesday, June 22, 2 – 5 p.m. (CST).
I will be posting at 4:45 (CST) – 2:45 California. I look forward to seeing you there.

 

Note: This is a private group, so hop on over NOW and ask to join.

 

READER ALERT: Facebook ‘Book Party’ this Weekend!

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Mark your calendar! Set your alarm!

I will be at Inspirational Reads and Authors Facebook group on Sunday, June 28, at 11 am EST (8 am PST – California).

Come see what I have to offer you in the way of fun and two giveaways during my one-hour session.

Please Note: This is a private FB group, so hop on over NOW, ask to join, and then answer a couple of simple questions. I think you’ll like it so much you’ll want to stay long after the party. It’s a fun group.

Can’t wait to see you on Sunday!

Don’t Miss It!

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I haven’t loved a male protagonist as much as the one in Kiss Under The Lemon Tree, and I’m thrilled to offer you the Kindle Pre-order at $0.99 USD only.

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