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Character Spotlight: Debra Clopton’s Tru & Maggie

Meet a cowboy and a columnist in

Debra Clopton’s

contemporary romance

Betting on Hope

Thomas Nelson

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The Story

One clutzy advice columnist.

One champion cowboy.

And an entire small town rooting for love.

Advice columnist Maggie Hope never dreamed she’d be shaking hands with champion horse trainer Tru Monahan over a high-stakes bet, especially one that involves horses. And saddles. And everything else a city girl like Maggie feels uncomfortable around. But after filling in for a coworker and interviewing the handsome cowboy, she finds herself doing just that. Anything to save her advice column.

Despite Maggie’s two left …

Coming in late 2015 from Bethany House

Fun times ahead! I love these times of the year when it feels I spend more time stalking Amazon than sleeping 🙂 I’m delighted to share with you Bethany House’s offerings for the months September to December. No one will ever accuse Bethany House of not having striking covers from the beautiful gowns, pops of colour, and author themed cover styling. That said…grizzle alert…I feel like I’ve seen most of these all before. Sigh. I’m desperate for Christian publishers to release covers that don’t scream “Christian Fiction”. I get that it is tough designing covers. There’s a whole group of …

Olivia Newport: The Historical Bug…and a giveaway

Author Olivia Newport has a special place in my heart! She was one of the fabulous DEBS who launched their writing careers on my blog 3 years ago. What a whirlwind ride Olivia has had since that time, releasing eight novels and a serialisation, with more to come. I’m delighted Olivia is sharing on my blog once again ~ enjoy her feature post and be sure to enter the giveaway below.

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When I grow up, I want to be one of those writers who are so secure that they never look at online reviews.

I’m not there yet. …

Bookish Question of the Week

It’s that time of the week, again!

I recently wrote a feature article for writers, about my thoughts on reader engagement. I believe having an appealing, up to date website, focusing on one social media platform and doing it well, and respecting and nurturing readers are all important aspects of engaging readers. But I’d love to know your thoughts, dear reader friends!

What do you expect from the writers whose books you love reading. Obviously, an enthralling book is a must, but then what are your expectations in this world of social media, where we have access to authors like …

Dani Pettrey: Discover more…and a signed giveaway

Discover more about

Dani Pettrey

and her romantic suspense

Sabotaged

Bethany House

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A book character that sticks in my mind is… Why?

Elizabeth Bennett because she’s so witty and memorable.

The last book that made me cry was…

Crossing Oceans by Gina Holmes. I balled.

The last book that made me laugh out loud was…

Short-Straw Bride by Karen Witemeyer. All of Karen’s novels make me laugh.

I’m completely immersed in their storytelling, whenever I read a book by…

Lisa Wingate. She knows how to draw readers right in.

The first person who encouraged me to pursue my …

Character Spotlight: Tamara Tilley’s Joanna & T.J.

Meet two police officers in

Tamara Tilley’s

romantic suspense

Badge of Respect

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The Story

In order to catch a serial killer targeting prostitutes, Detective Joanna Anderson will have to put her skills as a cop, steadfast faith, and wavering heart to the ultimate test.

After filing charges against her ex-partner for excessive force, Police Officer Joanna Anderson becomes an outcast among the rank and file. When promoted to detective to fill a quota, she has to prove to an all-male team of detectives she is qualified and deserving of the promotion.

Being partnered with T. J. Owens-the precinct playboy-makes …