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Getting to know Virginia Smith

Virginia Smith is an author, speaker and devoted scuba diver 🙂 She has touched a cord with many readers with her genuine and loveable character, Mayla. You can read Mayla’s story in Just As I Am and the newly released, Sincerely, Mayla. Available now from Kregel.

Now enjoy some fun facts from Virgina:~

If you could have chosen your own name , what would it be?

I’ve actually thought about that lately. When my first book came out, I went to the bookstore and saw it waaaayyyy down toward the end of the Christian fiction shelves. I …

My Book Club

My dear internet buddy, Cee Cee from Book Splurge and I had fun doing an interview about the Book Club I coordinate at my church.

Do drop by Cee Cee’s blog and check out what we get up to down under! You can learn about some of the amazing books we have discussed, authors we have chatted to and much more.

And for my wonderful RBC Book Club members, Cee Cee is running a giveaway just for you and will send a copy of our July selection, What Lies Within to the winner! How’s that for kindness?

Thanks so much, …

Interview with John B Olson ~ Part 2 and US/Canadian Giveaway

Former biochemist, now full time author, John Olson, continues to share about his life, his love of literature and an insight into his thriller, Shade.

If you missed Part 1 of our interview, click here.

Thanks for those of you who left comments on Part 1 of John’s interview – it was much appreciated.

Now, back to John:~

Personal

Do you read much yourself? If so, some favourites, please?

I’m actually illiterate, but I love to sit and look at the pictures. My favourite picture books include: Pride and Prejudice, The Lord of the Rings, …

Book Trailer for Marlo Schalesky’s, Beyond the Night

Here is a book trailer worth watching!

Marlo Schalesky’s Beyond the Night is an amazing story which I will be reviewing shortly. If you think the trailer is powerful, just wait until you get your hands on the story. RBC girls ~ It is definitely up for book club selection!

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Blog Tour for A Whisper of Freedom btyTricia Goyer

I love the study of history!

I majored in European history in one of my Uni degrees, fascinated by different cultures, unique events and the politics of governments in the past. I have a special interest in the World Wars but I never studied the Spanish Civil War. Now I don’t need to as I get two of my great loves in one series – history and fiction – I couldn’t ask for more!!

Tricia’s meticulous attention to detail and fascinating characters create a series that will engage, educate and excite you!

Don’t miss A Valley of Betrayal, A …

Winners of the Great Aussie Giveaway!

My daughters and I had a lot of fun pulling names out of the hat for this contest! As there were 8 books and 8 people entered we decided to give each of you one book so no one missed out – your names were pulled out as follows:~

One Step Over the Border ~ Heather

Auralia’s Colors ~ Jaana

Homeland Insecurity ~ Fiona

Speak Through the Wind ~ Jen

Every Secret Thing ~ Ausjenny

Over Her Head ~ ad

Captives & Kings ~ izitjo

Blood Evidence ~ Nolene

I really hope you enjoy these books! Please contact me to …