I remember all too well the challenges that my family faced when my dad’s National Guard unit was called to active duty for Operation Desert Storm. I was 16 when my dad got activated — two days before Thanksgiving. But I was 17 when he returned right around Easter. I didn’t recognize my dad — might have had something to …
World War II blog tour through eyes of Abigail Turner
Thanks for swinging by for a stop in the blog tour in honor of the launch of WWII, when Germany invaded Poland. Be sure to read to the end for the questions you’ll need to be entered in the grand prize of eight books plus a separate giveaway for a copy of my WWII novel Shadowed by Grace. For my …
WWII Anniversary Tour
Welcome to the WWII 75th Anniversary Blog Tour! I’m so glad you’ve joined us! Eight authors of Christian World War II novels are commemorating the war that started on September 1, 1939, when Germany invaded Poland. Thank you for joining us as we remember this day. Eight of your favorite WWII novelists have banded together to share to highlight this day which still impacts the world. …
Meet Drew & Madeline: Character Interview & Giveaway
Today I’m delighted to do something a little fun and different. Instead of interviewing an author, I have the immense pleasure of introuding you to some of my favorite novel characters. They aren’t my characters, but I sure wish they were. Drew and Madeline make Julianna Deering’s Drew Farthering series such fun! I love a good mystery. I love a …
Free Episode of Adventures in Odyssey
I’m really excited that those of us in the OAC are getting to hear the newest saga from Adventures in Odyssey before anyone else! And you are invited to hear the first episode from this album!!!! There are several story arcs within it. My kids are enthralled with all things Odyssey. It’s not unusal to have three kids listening to …
D-Day 70th Anniversary Tour: the Monuments Men
Welcome to the D-Day 70th Anniversary Blog Tour! I’m so glad you’ve joined us! Ten authors of Christian World War II novels are commemorating the brave men who stormed the beaches of Normandy on June 6, 1944. Thank you for joining us as we remember their heroism and sacrifice. Our novels illuminate different aspects of the war—from the Holocaust to …
D-Day 70th Anniversary Blog Tour
D-Day 70th Anniversary Blog Tour June 2-13, 2014 Welcome to the D-Day 70th Anniversary Blog Tour! Ten authors of Christian World War II novels are commemorating the brave men who stormed the beaches of Normandy on June 6, 1944. Thank you for joining us as we remember their heroism and sacrifice. Our novels illuminate different aspects of the war—from the …
Classic Movies Review: Book and Movie giveaway
Today it’s my pleasure to introduce you to my friend Melissa Tagg and her debut novel Made to Last. I had the pleasure of reading and endorsing this fun book. Melissa’s here today to talk about some of her classic movies, some of my favorites! Here’s Melissa: I might like classic movies a little more than the average person. And by …
Review: the Scent of Rain
Daphne Sweeten left Paris―and a job she loved―to marry the man of her dreams in the U.S. But when he stands her up on their wedding day, she’s left reeling and senseless. Literally. She’s been trained as a perfume creator and now her sense of smell has disappeared along with her fiancé. She has to figure out why her nose isn’t …
Mackinac Island Blog Tour & Giveaway: Day 5
Mackinac Island. It’s a magical place that allows you to step back in time from the moment you first step off the ferry. Join us this week for a tour of the island, now and then, with authors Cara Putman and Melanie Dobson. Comment at each stop for a chance to win a copy of one of their books set …