Who Made You a Princess by Shelley Adina

This week, the
Christian Fiction Blog Alliance
is introducing
Who Made You a Princess
FaithWords (May 13, 2009)
by
Shelley Adina


ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

Award-winning author Shelley Adina wrote her first teen novel when she was 13. It was rejected by the literary publisher to whom she sent it, but he did say she knew how to tell a story. That was enough to keep her going through the rest of her adolescence, a career, a move to another country, a B.A. in Literature, an M.A. in Writing Popular Fiction, and countless manuscript pages.

Shelley is a world traveler and pop culture junkie with an incurable addiction to designer handbags. She writes books about fun and faith--with a side of glamour. Between books, Shelley loves traveling, playing the piano and Celtic harp, watching movies, and making period costumes.

The All About Us book series has its own home over on the Hachette website. Stop by and see what the five fabulous girls at Spencer Acadenmy are up to! Series Website.

Her other books in this series includes book one, It's All About Us, oook Two, The Fruit of my Lipstick, and book three, Be Strong & Curvaceous. This present book is book four.


ABOUT THE BOOK

Shani Hanna returns to SpencerAcademy for her senior year after an amazing summer spent with her friends Lissa, Gillian, and Carly. But the best part about summer was meeting Danyel Johnstone. Danyel is cute, smart, cool, and super nice. All Shani has to do is get him to see her as more than just one of the gang.

But when the girls return to school, they find a new addition to the distinguished student body: Prince Rashid al Amir of Yasir, an oil-rich desert kingdom in the Middle East. Prince Rashid moved to California to prepare for an eventual MBA at Stanford...and to romance his future wife: Shani Hanna!

It turns out, Shani's family and the prince's go back for generations, entwined in tradition, obligation, and family honor. In each generation, members of the two families have expanded their business interests through arranged marriage. Will Shani put aside her feelings for Danyel to pursue her family's wishes? Or will God answer her prayers for an intervention?

If you would like to read the first chapter of Who Made You a Princess , go HERE

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The book link is: http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0446179620

Author's picture is:
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<div align="center"><a href="http://photos1.blogger.com/blogger/5500/1432/1600/CFBAreviewer_gif.0.gif"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="http://photos1.blogger.com/blogger/5500/1432/320/CFBAreviewer_gif.0.gif" border="0" /></a></div><br /><center><span style="font-size:130%;">This week, the</span></center><br /><center><a href="http://www.christianfictionblogalliance.com/"><span style="font-size:100%;">Christian Fiction Blog Alliance</span></a></center><br /><center><span style="font-size:100%;">is introducing</span></center><br /><center><span style="font-size:130%;color:#993300;"> <a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0446179620">Who Made You a Princess </a></span></center><br /><center>FaithWords (May 13, 2009) </center><br /><center>by</center><br /><center><span style="font-size:130%;color:#006600;"><a href="http://www.shelleyadina.com/">Shelley Adina</a></span></center><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-size:100%;color:#ff6600;">ABOUT THE AUTHOR:</span><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDbRus62uwA-KlAVwV1QKFk5j17y4A4A4iYDKwgtGEYalLjt-tx39RX6xtm0Uih61hJsJEtm13HWBs8T-ctHxNBqzgaLQ_mLLMFl-EBqZQE2rENSEUoJ5jTB1HGPfU-MT8khhx/s1600-h/ShelleyAdina.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 205px; height: 278px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDbRus62uwA-KlAVwV1QKFk5j17y4A4A4iYDKwgtGEYalLjt-tx39RX6xtm0Uih61hJsJEtm13HWBs8T-ctHxNBqzgaLQ_mLLMFl-EBqZQE2rENSEUoJ5jTB1HGPfU-MT8khhx/s320/ShelleyAdina.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5357751734032891250" /></a>Award-winning author Shelley Adina wrote her first teen novel when she was 13. It was rejected by the literary publisher to whom she sent it, but he did say she knew how to tell a story. That was enough to keep her going through the rest of her adolescence, a career, a move to another country, a B.A. in Literature, an M.A. in Writing Popular Fiction, and countless manuscript pages.<br /><br />Shelley is a world traveler and pop culture junkie with an incurable addiction to designer handbags. She writes books about fun and faith--with a side of glamour. Between books, Shelley loves traveling, playing the piano and Celtic harp, watching movies, and making period costumes. <br /><br />The <i>All About Us</i> book series has its own home over on the Hachette website. Stop by and see what the five fabulous girls at Spencer Acadenmy are up to! <a href="http://www.allaboutusbooks.net/site.php">Series Website</a>.<br /><br />Her other books in this series includes book one, <a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0446177989">It's All About Us</a>, oook Two, <a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0446177970">The Fruit of my Lipstick</a>, and book three, <a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0446177997">Be Strong & Curvaceous</a>. This present book is book four.<br /><br /><br /><strong><span style="font-size:100%;color:#ffcc00;">ABOUT THE BOOK</span></strong><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrsDWwfL_hv32jVUr4O6XcEmsW40v2GFEK1vJt81fyTfzCJW7XKQNTQtc5LnccCGl5eL-VKFvGNmNUhFCdRfLTzAlas3GIw7l1R6zcE3kgcerTIU9J13y3htPhoeJzwA5_Uc2a/s1600-h/whomadeyouaprincess.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 156px; height: 239px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrsDWwfL_hv32jVUr4O6XcEmsW40v2GFEK1vJt81fyTfzCJW7XKQNTQtc5LnccCGl5eL-VKFvGNmNUhFCdRfLTzAlas3GIw7l1R6zcE3kgcerTIU9J13y3htPhoeJzwA5_Uc2a/s320/whomadeyouaprincess.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5357754813207898626" /></a>Shani Hanna returns to SpencerAcademy for her senior year after an amazing summer spent with her friends Lissa, Gillian, and Carly. But the best part about summer was meeting Danyel Johnstone. Danyel is cute, smart, cool, and super nice. All Shani has to do is get him to see her as more than just one of the gang.<br /><br />But when the girls return to school, they find a new addition to the distinguished student body: Prince Rashid al Amir of Yasir, an oil-rich desert kingdom in the Middle East. Prince Rashid moved to California to prepare for an eventual MBA at Stanford...and to romance his future wife: Shani Hanna!<br /><br />It turns out, Shani's family and the prince's go back for generations, entwined in tradition, obligation, and family honor. In each generation, members of the two families have expanded their business interests through arranged marriage. Will Shani put aside her feelings for Danyel to pursue her family's wishes? Or will God answer her prayers for an intervention? <br /><br />If you would like to read the first chapter of <a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0446179620">Who Made You a Princess </a>, go <a href="http://thestorybeginnings.blogspot.com/2009/07/who-made-you-princess-chapter-1.html">HERE</a>

Shelley can be reached through the Contact link on her Website

Come and visit with those participating in this tour:

Abi at lighter side
Amy at My Life
Andie at Radiant Light
April at Projecting A
Barbara at Victoria Hill Farm
Becky at Savvy Mom
Bonnie at Bonnie Writes
Carla at Carla's Writing Café
CeeCee at Book Splurge
Cheri at Kudzu and Koolaid
Dave at The Plot Thickens
Deanna at Deannna's Corner
Deborah at Country At Heart
Debra at Soul Reflections
Delia at Gatorskunkz And Mudcats
Gina at Upon Reflection
Heidi at Reviews By Heidi
Janis at The Nearsighted Bookworm
Jendi at Jendi's Journal
Jenn at One House Schoolroom Reviews
Jenny at Jenny B. Jones
Jill at Christian Work At Home Moms
Kate at A Simple Walk
Katie at Christian Novels
Kelly at A Disciple's Steps
Kim at Rainy Day Diamonds
Kristi at Stamped With Grace
Laura at Laura William's Musings
Allie at A Little Bit Of Sunlight
Linda at Mocha With Linda
Linda at Reading For His Glory
Lori at Noggin Bits
Michelle at Edgy Inspirational Author
Patricia at Readin N Writin With Patricia
Pattie at FreshBrewedWriter
Pepper at Great Christian Fiction
Rulan at Fiction Showcase
Ryan at loves to read
Sabrina at Hijinks From The Heartland
Takiela at Beauty 4 Ashes
Tracy at Pix-N-Pens
Vanessa at Ramblings of A Texas Housewife
Vicki at Vicki Tiede
Victoria at Overlooked Orchid

Fatal Illusions by Adam Blumer

This week, the
Christian Fiction Blog Alliance
is introducing
Fatal Illusions
Kregel Publications (March 5, 2009)
by
Adam Blumer


ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

Adam Blumer lives in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula with his wife, Kim, and his daughters, Laura and Julia.

He works full-time as a freelance writer and editor. A print journalism graduate of Bob Jones University (Greenville, SC), he served in editorial roles for fourteen years at Northland Baptist Bible College (Dunbar, WI) and Awana Clubs International Headquarters (Streamwood, IL).

He has published numerous short stories and articles. Fatal Illusions released by Kregel Publications (Grand Rapids, MI) is his first novel.



ABOUT THE BOOK

An amateur magician, an unassuming family . . . a fatal illusion Haydon Owens wants to be the next Houdini. He has been practicing his craft and has already made four women disappear. All it took was a bit of rope and his two bare hands.

The Thayer family has come to the north woods of Newberry, Michigan, looking for refuge, a peaceful sanctuary from a shattered past. But they are not alone. Little do they know that they are about to become part of Haydon's next act. Time is running out and already the killer has spotted his next victim. Who will escape alive?

If you would like to read the first chapter of Fatal Illusions, go HERE

“Fatal Illusions is an engaging, fast-paced read with a captivating storyline that grabs you from page one and doesn't let go. Highly recommended!”--Mark Mynheir, homicide detective and author of The Night Watchman

“An awesome ride!”--Rosey Dow, Christy Award winning author of Reaping the Whirlwind

“Adam Blumer tells a fast-paced story that weaves together a serial killer, a physically wounded pastor and his spiritually wounded wife. The twists and turns will keep readers guessing.”--Rick Acker, author of Blood Brothers

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The code for this post is:
<div align="center"><a href="http://photos1.blogger.com/blogger/5500/1432/1600/CFBAreviewer_gif.0.gif"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="http://photos1.blogger.com/blogger/5500/1432/320/CFBAreviewer_gif.0.gif" border="0" /></a></div><br /><center><span style="font-size:130%;">This week, the</span></center><br /><center><a href="http://www.christianfictionblogalliance.com/"><span style="font-size:100%;">Christian Fiction Blog Alliance</span></a></center><br /><center><span style="font-size:100%;">is introducing</span></center><br /><center><span style="font-size:130%;color:#993300;"> <a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0825420989">Fatal Illusions</a></span></center><br /><center>Kregel Publications (March 5, 2009) </center><br /><center>by</center><br /><center><span style="font-size:130%;color:#006600;"><a href="http://www.adamblumerbooks.com/">Adam Blumer</a></span></center><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-size:100%;color:#ff6600;">ABOUT THE AUTHOR:</span><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-KfKoMC2gvF-p_rFALFhzFrRQoKM3tbcWPjfU6ILXU2cFVGbQKjaciUGnc-LgxpeOpOgfsiPY7EvcMF5iZxf0yeOxmrZWhwzoTeM5RZrHMprdaGqJiNl6VEKwBHOQFZNoncyS/s1600-h/adam_sepia.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 133px; height: 154px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-KfKoMC2gvF-p_rFALFhzFrRQoKM3tbcWPjfU6ILXU2cFVGbQKjaciUGnc-LgxpeOpOgfsiPY7EvcMF5iZxf0yeOxmrZWhwzoTeM5RZrHMprdaGqJiNl6VEKwBHOQFZNoncyS/s320/adam_sepia.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5355151572614883314" /></a>Adam Blumer lives in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula with his wife, Kim, and his daughters, Laura and Julia. <br /><br />He works full-time as a freelance writer and editor. A print journalism graduate of Bob Jones University (Greenville, SC), he served in editorial roles for fourteen years at Northland Baptist Bible College (Dunbar, WI) and Awana Clubs International Headquarters (Streamwood, IL). <br /><br />He has published numerous short stories and articles. Fatal Illusions released by Kregel Publications (Grand Rapids, MI) is his first novel.<br /><br /><br /><br /><strong><span style="font-size:100%;color:#ffcc00;">ABOUT THE BOOK</span></strong><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrGL1M1pU84xYhLIZPWS7YCA4bxhwyZ4j2Cb2nM3i6pcjk4uTNkzznVgdkP4zL_ONiqFRM8D_OvJVmCuhMcsy0E0iQDj1BKvE9ClxyblhWVIWZ8cy4tWvqTw1RMcf40G7djgLt/s1600-h/fatalillusion.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 207px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrGL1M1pU84xYhLIZPWS7YCA4bxhwyZ4j2Cb2nM3i6pcjk4uTNkzznVgdkP4zL_ONiqFRM8D_OvJVmCuhMcsy0E0iQDj1BKvE9ClxyblhWVIWZ8cy4tWvqTw1RMcf40G7djgLt/s320/fatalillusion.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5355150155895622402" /></a>An amateur magician, an unassuming family . . . a fatal illusion Haydon Owens wants to be the next Houdini. He has been practicing his craft and has already made four women disappear. All it took was a bit of rope and his two bare hands. <br /><br />The Thayer family has come to the north woods of Newberry, Michigan, looking for refuge, a peaceful sanctuary from a shattered past. But they are not alone. Little do they know that they are about to become part of Haydon's next act. Time is running out and already the killer has spotted his next victim. Who will escape alive? <br /><br />If you would like to read the first chapter of <a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0825420989">Fatal Illusions</a>, go <a href="http://thestorybeginnings.blogspot.com/2009/04/fatal-illusions-prologue.html">HERE</a><br /><br /><blockquote>“Fatal Illusions is an engaging, fast-paced read with a captivating storyline that grabs you from page one and doesn't let go. Highly recommended!”--Mark Mynheir, homicide detective and author of <i>The Night Watchman</i></blockquote><br /><blockquote>“An awesome ride!”--Rosey Dow, Christy Award winning author of <i>Reaping the Whirlwind</i></blockquote><br /><blockquote>“Adam Blumer tells a fast-paced story that weaves together a serial killer, a physically wounded pastor and his spiritually wounded wife. The twists and turns will keep readers guessing.”--Rick Acker, author of <i>Blood Brothers</i></blockquote><br /><br />

Adam can be reached through the Contact link on her Website

Come and visit with those posting for this tour:

Andie at Radiant Light
April at Projecting A
Bonnie at Bonnie Writes
Caleb at Reviews Plus+
Camy at Camy Tang
Cara at the law, books, and life
CeeCee at Book Splurge
Dave at The Plot Thickens
Debra at Soul Reflections
Delia at Gatorskunkz And Mudcats
E.J at Sword and Pen
Ernie at Writing: My Adventures In Words
Janis at The Nearsighted Bookworm
Jill at Christian Work At Home Moms
Jim B. at The Bedford Review
Kelly at A Disciple's Steps
Kristi at Stamped With Grace
Kristinia at Loving Heart Mommy
Laura at Laura William's Musings
Linda at Mocha With Linda
Marjorie at The Writer's Tool
Michelle at Edgy Inspirational Author
Michelle at Michelle's Great Blogs
Nicole at Into The Fire
Rulan at Fiction Showcase
Sally at Welcome To Sally Bradley.com
Sean at Bookmark Cafe
Stacy at Vader's Mom
Takiela at Beauty 4 Ashes
Todd at A Place Called Fiction
Tracy at Pix-N-Pens
Vanessa at Ramblings of A Texas Housewife
Nessie at Illuminating Fiction
Kim at Window To My World

Exposure by Brandilyn Collins

This week, the
Christian Fiction Blog Alliance
is introducing
Exposure
Zondervan (June 1, 2009)
by
Brandilyn Collins


ABOUT THE AUTHOR:



Brandilyn Collins is an award-winning and best-selling novelist known for her trademark Seatbelt Suspense®. These harrowing crime thrillers have earned her the tagline "Don't forget to b r e a t h e . . ."® Brandilyn's first book, A Question of Innocence, was a true crime published by Avon in 1995. Its promotion landed her on local and national TV and radio, including the Phil Donahue and Leeza talk shows. Brandilyn is also known for her distinctive book on fiction-writing techniques, Getting Into Character: Seven Secrets a Novelist Can Learn From Actors (John Wiley & Sons). She is now working on her 20th book.

In addition to Exposure, Brandilyn’s other latest release is Always Watching, first in The Rayne Tour series—young adult suspense co-written with her daughter, Amberly. The Rayne Tour series features Shaley O’Connor, daughter of a rock star, who just may have it all—until murder crashes her world.





ABOUT THE BOOK

When your worst fear comes true.

Someone is watching Kaycee Raye. But who will believe her? Everyone
knows she’s a little crazy. Kaycee’s popular syndicated newspaper
column pokes fun at her own paranoia and multiple fears. The police in
her small town are well aware she makes money writing of her
experiences. Worse yet, she has no proof of the threats. Pictures of a
dead man mysteriously appear in her home—then vanish before police
arrive. Multisensory images flood Kaycee’s mind. Where is all this
coming from?

Maybe she is going over the edge.

High action and psychological suspense collide in this story of terror,
twists, and desperate faith. The startling questions surrounding Kaycee
pile high. Her descent to answers may prove more than she can survive.


To read the first chapter, go HERE.

“More twists and turns than a Coney Island roller coaster! Highly recommended.” ~CBA Retailers

“Mesmerizing mystery…authentic characters…a fast-paced, twisting tale of desperate choices.” ~TitleTrakk

“Brandilyn Collins is a master of suspense, and Exposure is her best book yet!” ~Dianne Burnett, Christianbook.com

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<div align="center"><a href="http://photos1.blogger.com/blogger/5500/1432/1600/CFBAreviewer_gif.0.gif"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="http://photos1.blogger.com/blogger/5500/1432/320/CFBAreviewer_gif.0.gif" border="0" /></a></div><br /><center><span style="font-size:130%;">This week, the</span></center><br /><center><a href="http://www.christianfictionblogalliance.com/"><span style="font-size:100%;">Christian Fiction Blog Alliance</span></a></center><br /><center><span style="font-size:100%;">is introducing</span></center><br /><center><span style="font-size:130%;color:#993300;"> <a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0310276438">Exposure</a></span></center><br /><center>Zondervan (June 1, 2009)</center><br /><center>by</center><br /><center><span style="font-size:130%;color:#006600;"><a href="http://www.brandilyncollins.com/index.html">Brandilyn Collins</a></span></center><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-size:100%;color:#ff6600;">ABOUT THE AUTHOR:</span><br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJfwCEs-cZYR-G_E97lR0ZFP0upn4gptHwBN3Uq3PyihU-FRfVv0LxsRmMCfoRy5PITN86HNVkbH409kORhJXXNhb6rvvEAnOFuZ1kQY8lsu64kvYJ75-Q5M45zhjm1n_NEYiZ/s1600-h/Photo1cropweb.JPG"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 216px; height: 228px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJfwCEs-cZYR-G_E97lR0ZFP0upn4gptHwBN3Uq3PyihU-FRfVv0LxsRmMCfoRy5PITN86HNVkbH409kORhJXXNhb6rvvEAnOFuZ1kQY8lsu64kvYJ75-Q5M45zhjm1n_NEYiZ/s320/Photo1cropweb.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5353303171094501858" /></a><br />Brandilyn Collins is an award-winning and best-selling novelist known for her trademark Seatbelt Suspense®. These harrowing crime thrillers have earned her the tagline "Don't forget to b r e a t h e . . ."® Brandilyn's first book, <i>A Question of Innocence</i>, was a true crime published by Avon in 1995. Its promotion landed her on local and national TV and radio, including the <i>Phil Donahue</i> and <i>Leeza</i> talk shows. Brandilyn is also known for her distinctive book on fiction-writing techniques, <i>Getting Into Character: Seven Secrets a Novelist Can Learn From Actors</i> (John Wiley & Sons). She is now working on her 20th book. <br /><br />In addition to <a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0310276438">Exposure</a>, Brandilyn’s other latest release is <a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0310715393">Always Watching</a>, first in The Rayne Tour series—young adult suspense co-written with her daughter, Amberly. The Rayne Tour series features Shaley O’Connor, daughter of a rock star, who just may have it all—until murder crashes her world.<br /><br /><br /><br /><strong><span style="font-size:100%;color:#ffcc00;">ABOUT THE BOOK</span></strong><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgF_swXZG67A1Em6uhNC0bTwZ_aqL9TFV4NwlFdlt3uxnFatJ56HMbkJ2duKP5V_u_ROHCHrFvqX9XqdZTCttu8r36wRO_tR6jxPw6vCb9UYYZONLm7N8bqIjhQEg1xVrYxLD-k/s1600-h/Exposureweb.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 207px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgF_swXZG67A1Em6uhNC0bTwZ_aqL9TFV4NwlFdlt3uxnFatJ56HMbkJ2duKP5V_u_ROHCHrFvqX9XqdZTCttu8r36wRO_tR6jxPw6vCb9UYYZONLm7N8bqIjhQEg1xVrYxLD-k/s320/Exposureweb.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5353303498138191858" /></a><strong>When your worst fear comes true.</strong><br /><br />Someone is watching Kaycee Raye. But who will believe her? Everyone <br />knows she’s a little crazy. Kaycee’s popular syndicated newspaper <br />column pokes fun at her own paranoia and multiple fears. The police in <br />her small town are well aware she makes money writing of her <br />experiences. Worse yet, she has no proof of the threats. Pictures of a <br />dead man mysteriously appear in her home—then vanish before police <br />arrive. Multisensory images flood Kaycee’s mind. Where is all this <br />coming from?<br /><br />Maybe she is going over the edge.<br /><br />High action and psychological suspense collide in this story of terror, <br />twists, and desperate faith. The startling questions surrounding Kaycee <br />pile high. Her descent to answers may prove more than she can survive.<br /><br /> <br />To read the first chapter, go <a href="http://www.brandilyncollins.com/books/excerpts/exposure.html">HERE</a>.<br /><br /> <blockquote>“More twists and turns than a Coney Island roller coaster! Highly recommended.” ~CBA Retailers</blockquote><br /> <blockquote>“Mesmerizing mystery…authentic characters…a fast-paced, twisting tale of desperate choices.” ~TitleTrakk</blockquote><br /><blockquote>“Brandilyn Collins is a master of suspense, and Exposure is her best book yet!” ~Dianne Burnett, Christianbook.com</blockquote>

Brandilyn can be reached through the Contact link on her Website

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Love's Pursuit by Siri Mitchell

This week, the
Christian Fiction Blog Alliance
is introducing
Love's Pursuit
Bethany House (June 1, 2009)
by
Siri Mitchell


ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

Siri Mitchell graduated from the University of Washington with a business degree and worked in various levels of government. As a military spouse, she has lived all over the world, including in Paris and Tokyo. Siri enjoys observing and learning from different cultures. She is fluent in French and loves sushi.

But she is also a member of a strange breed of people called novelists. When they’re listening to a sermon and taking notes, chances are, they’ve just had a great idea for a plot or a dialogue. If they nod in response to a really profound statement, they’re probably thinking, “Yes. Right. That’s exactly what my character needs to hear.” When they edit their manuscripts, they laugh at the funny parts. And cry at the sad parts. Sometimes they even talk to their characters.

Siri wrote 4 books and accumulated 153 rejections before signing with a publisher. In the process, she saw the bottoms of more pints of Ben & Jerry’s than she cares to admit. At various times she has vowed never to write another word again. Ever. She has gone on writing strikes and even stooped to threatening her manuscripts with the shredder.

A Constant Heart was her sixth novel. Two of her novels, Chateau of Echoes and The Cubicle Next Door were Christy Award finalists. She has been called one of the clearest, most original voices in the CBA.


ABOUT THE BOOK

In the small Puritan community of Stoneybrooke, Massachusetts, Susannah Phillips stands out both for her character and beauty. She wants only a simple life but soon finds herself pursued by the town's wealthiest bachelor and by a roguish military captain sent to protect them. One is not what he seems and one is more than he seems.

In trying to discover true love's path, Susannah is helped by the most unlikely of allies, a wounded woman who lives invisible and ignored in their town. As the depth, passion, and sacrifice of love is revealed to Susannah, she begins to question the rules and regulations of her childhood faith. In a community where grace is unknown, what price will she pay for embracing love?

If you would like to read the first chapter of Love's Pursuit, go HERE



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<div align="center"><a href="http://photos1.blogger.com/blogger/5500/1432/1600/CFBAreviewer_gif.0.gif"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="http://photos1.blogger.com/blogger/5500/1432/320/CFBAreviewer_gif.0.gif" border="0" /></a></div><br /><center><span style="font-size:130%;">This week, the</span></center><br /><center><a href="http://www.christianfictionblogalliance.com/"><span style="font-size:100%;">Christian Fiction Blog Alliance</span></a></center><br /><center><span style="font-size:100%;">is introducing</span></center><br /><center><span style="font-size:130%;color:#993300;"> <a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0764204327">Love's Pursuit</a></span></center><br /><center>Bethany House (June 1, 2009)</center><br /><center>by</center><br /><center><span style="font-size:130%;color:#006600;"><a href="http://www.sirimitchell.com/">Siri Mitchell</a></span></center><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-size:100%;color:#ff6600;">ABOUT THE AUTHOR:</span><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoJs0e9CE5MdOwRif6wnrHSvzyo-nXat93zW4odH7jAa8TIBXz-TJUS8ApbJweGOZlw3S-zYgcsqf1z7przY-tYMqwPoBHozKk09gWVSYBpvOE5Keygi5LE9EA3GRlovnmv-aV/s1600-h/SiriMitchell.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 223px; height: 301px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoJs0e9CE5MdOwRif6wnrHSvzyo-nXat93zW4odH7jAa8TIBXz-TJUS8ApbJweGOZlw3S-zYgcsqf1z7przY-tYMqwPoBHozKk09gWVSYBpvOE5Keygi5LE9EA3GRlovnmv-aV/s320/SiriMitchell.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5352551850425216642" /></a>Siri Mitchell graduated from the University of Washington with a business degree and worked in various levels of government. As a military spouse, she has lived all over the world, including in Paris and Tokyo. Siri enjoys observing and learning from different cultures. She is fluent in French and loves sushi. <br /><br />But she is also a member of a strange breed of people called <i>novelists</i>. When they’re listening to a sermon and taking notes, chances are, they’ve just had a great idea for a plot or a dialogue. If they nod in response to a really profound statement, they’re probably thinking, “Yes. Right. That’s exactly what my character needs to hear.” When they edit their manuscripts, they laugh at the funny parts. And cry at the sad parts. Sometimes they even talk to their characters. <br /><br />Siri wrote 4 books and accumulated 153 rejections before signing with a publisher. In the process, she saw the bottoms of more pints of Ben & Jerry’s than she cares to admit. At various times she has vowed never to write another word again. Ever. She has gone on writing strikes and even stooped to threatening her manuscripts with the shredder. <br /><br /><a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0764204319">A Constant Heart</a> was her sixth novel. Two of her novels, <a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1576839141">Chateau of Echoes</a> and <a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0736917586">The Cubicle Next Door</a> were Christy Award finalists. She has been called one of the clearest, most original voices in the CBA.<br /><br /><br /><strong><span style="font-size:100%;color:#ffcc00;">ABOUT THE BOOK</span></strong><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEF4ugHOitwYlFtSpkWb8Emp0wzrAhIPruOWs86rUaZN3tUWBzn3MwmZg_SN_YNh9KE_AFFk23_IZg0dGF2VuwN73Isd5f5dfQuSQUKeZJsc6YVGHq6Gc_uVJUlyxVpiY-HE_U/s1600-h/love'spursuit.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 304px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEF4ugHOitwYlFtSpkWb8Emp0wzrAhIPruOWs86rUaZN3tUWBzn3MwmZg_SN_YNh9KE_AFFk23_IZg0dGF2VuwN73Isd5f5dfQuSQUKeZJsc6YVGHq6Gc_uVJUlyxVpiY-HE_U/s320/love'spursuit.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5352552387642644370" /></a>In the small Puritan community of Stoneybrooke, Massachusetts, Susannah Phillips stands out both for her character and beauty. She wants only a simple life but soon finds herself pursued by the town's wealthiest bachelor and by a roguish military captain sent to protect them. One is not what he seems and one is more than he seems. <br /><br />In trying to discover true love's path, Susannah is helped by the most unlikely of allies, a wounded woman who lives invisible and ignored in their town. As the depth, passion, and sacrifice of love is revealed to Susannah, she begins to question the rules and regulations of her childhood faith. In a community where grace is unknown, what price will she pay for embracing love? <br /><br />If you would like to read the first chapter of <a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0764204327">Love's Pursuit</a>, go <a href="http://thestorybeginnings.blogspot.com/2009/06/loves-pursuit-chapter-1.html">HERE</a>

Siri can be reached through the Contact link on her Website

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Brandy at Brandy Bruce
Brittanie at A Book Lover
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Debra at Soul Reflections
Delia at Gatorskunkz And Mudcats
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Elaina at Restore
Georgiana at Georgiana D
Gina at Upon Reflection
Janis at The Nearsighted Bookworm
Janna at Cornhusker Academy
Jendi at Jendi's Journal
Jenn at One House Schoolroom Reviews
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Kelly at A Disciple's Steps
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Sunny at That Book Addiction
Takiela at Beauty 4 Ashes
Tara at Tara's View Of The World
Tricia at It's Real Life
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Shepherd's Fall by Wanda Dyson

This week, the
Christian Fiction Blog Alliance
is introducing
Shepherd's Fall
WaterBrook Press (April 14, 2009)
by
Wanda Dyson


ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

Wanda Dyson lives with her severely autistic teenager on a busy farm with horses, chickens, dogs, cats, rabbits, and the occasional fox, deer, groundhog, and snake. She could seriously live without the snakes, but that's life in the country.

After writing three critically acclaimed suspense novels, she was asked to write the true story of Tina Zahn (Why I Jumped), which was featured on Oprah. Readers characterize her books as "riviting" and "Packed with twists and turns."

Wanda serves on the board of several writers conferences across the country including the Colorado Christian Writers Conference, and the Greater Philadelphia Christian Writers Conference.

Wanda has finished the second in this series called Shepherd's Run,that will come out in 2010. And she's hard at work on the third and final installment of the Prodigal Recovery Series - Marti's story -- tentatively called Shepherd's Quest.





ABOUT THE BOOK


Bounty hunter Nick Shepherd is fearless when it comes to chasing down criminals. It's his difficult ex-wife, rebellious teenage daughter, and dysfunctional siblings that keep him awake at night. In charge of the family business, the Prodigal Recovery Agency, he thinks of himself as a shepherd of sorts. When his "flock" is out of his control, nick's well-ordered universe falls into chaos.

Prodigal Recovery's search for Zeena, a prostitute on the run, leads to a faulty arrest, complicating Nick's business. He is thrown together with Zeena's twin, the beautiful Annie, and the two find themselves on a desperate search. The stakes significantly increase when Nick's daughter is kidnapped. Now, to save someone he loves, Nick must risk everything.but will it be enough

If you would like to read a Prologue excerpt from Shepherd's Fall, go HERE




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<div align="center"><a href="http://photos1.blogger.com/blogger/5500/1432/1600/CFBAreviewer_gif.0.gif"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="http://photos1.blogger.com/blogger/5500/1432/320/CFBAreviewer_gif.0.gif" border="0" /></a></div><br /><center><span style="font-size:130%;">This week, the</span></center><br /><center><a href="http://www.christianfictionblogalliance.com/"><span style="font-size:100%;">Christian Fiction Blog Alliance</span></a></center><br /><center><span style="font-size:100%;">is introducing</span></center><br /><center><span style="font-size:130%;color:#993300;"> <a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1400074738">Shepherd's Fall</a></span></center><br /><center>WaterBrook Press (April 14, 2009)</center><br /><center>by</center><br /><center><span style="font-size:130%;color:#006600;"><a href="http://www.wandadyson.com/">Wanda Dyson</a></span></center><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-size:100%;color:#ff6600;">ABOUT THE AUTHOR:</span><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCG4x5hIiri5G3y4WMwNv2ZEocE_TJgt5OzGQO_k-5F0EUt8mP3Xay2cdQ3XpbLup9YCHxP-Jad4HM3ED-iJJJ6_wofGQM3cOStEPFuQ0XJyK2bXpkzHcYd0upXRX_xtBgcJ9y/s1600-h/wanda.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 214px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCG4x5hIiri5G3y4WMwNv2ZEocE_TJgt5OzGQO_k-5F0EUt8mP3Xay2cdQ3XpbLup9YCHxP-Jad4HM3ED-iJJJ6_wofGQM3cOStEPFuQ0XJyK2bXpkzHcYd0upXRX_xtBgcJ9y/s320/wanda.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5350710594550435698" /></a>Wanda Dyson lives with her severely autistic teenager on a busy farm with horses, chickens, dogs, cats, rabbits, and the occasional fox, deer, groundhog, and snake. She could seriously live without the snakes, but that's life in the country.<br /><br />After writing three critically acclaimed suspense novels, she was asked to write the true story of Tina Zahn (<em>Why I Jumped</em>), which was featured on <em>Oprah</em>. Readers characterize her books as "riviting" and "Packed with twists and turns."<br /><br />Wanda serves on the board of several writers conferences across the country including the Colorado Christian Writers Conference, and the Greater Philadelphia Christian Writers Conference.<br /><br />Wanda has finished the second in this series called <em>Shepherd's Run</em>,that will come out in 2010. And she's hard at work on the third and final installment of the Prodigal Recovery Series - Marti's story -- tentatively called Shepherd's Quest. <br /><br /><br /><strong><span style="font-size:100%;color:#ffcc00;">ABOUT THE BOOK</span></strong><br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyxWdTvaFXD3paTn5_pcW-dZofzA_HmZt5LD2ZUe3mvqHQGOP_aBkPtep52SgRog7TLXK5Kg4coQcgxbXVvWHoZFtkx6WenUSmIWxe2rmktfOV5ZGwuCEUHkx5HGqWRbazX9Nd/s1600-h/shepherd's+fall.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 209px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyxWdTvaFXD3paTn5_pcW-dZofzA_HmZt5LD2ZUe3mvqHQGOP_aBkPtep52SgRog7TLXK5Kg4coQcgxbXVvWHoZFtkx6WenUSmIWxe2rmktfOV5ZGwuCEUHkx5HGqWRbazX9Nd/s320/shepherd's+fall.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5350710951011422466" /></a>Bounty hunter Nick Shepherd is fearless when it comes to chasing down criminals. It's his difficult ex-wife, rebellious teenage daughter, and dysfunctional siblings that keep him awake at night. In charge of the family business, the Prodigal Recovery Agency, he thinks of himself as a shepherd of sorts. When his "flock" is out of his control, Nick's well-ordered universe falls into chaos.<br /><br />Prodigal Recovery's search for Zeena, a prostitute on the run, leads to a faulty arrest, complicating Nick's business. He is thrown together with Zeena's twin, the beautiful Annie, and the two find themselves on a desperate search. The stakes significantly increase when Nick's daughter is kidnapped. Now, to save someone he loves, Nick must risk everything.but will it be enough<br /><br />If you would like to read a Prologue excerpt from <a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1400074738">Shepherd's Fall</a>, go <a href="http://thestorybeginnings.blogspot.com/2009/06/shepherds-fall-prologue-excerpt.html">HERE</a>

WAnda can be reached through the Contact link on her Website

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Caleb at Reviews Plus+
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Carolyn at Serenity
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Dawn at Book Junkie Confessions
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Debra at Soul Reflections
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Ernie at Writing: My Adventures In Words
Gina at Upon Reflection
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Janis at The Nearsighted Bookworm
Janna at Cornhusker Academy
Jill at Christian Work At Home Moms
Jill at Artistic Blogger
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Kelly at A Disciple's Steps
Kim at Window To My World
Kristinia at Loving Heart Mommy
Kristy at I Need To Read
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Laura at Laura William's Musings
Allie at A Little Bit Of Sunlight
Linda at Reading For His Glory
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Marjorie at The Writer's Tool
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The Firstborn by Conlan Brown

This week, the
Christian Fiction Blog Alliance
is introducing
The Firstborn
Realms (May 5, 2009)
by
Conlan Brown


ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

Born in 1984, Conlan Brown was functionally illiterate until the fifth grade, when he learned how to read and write, as well as a love of story, from his grandmother. Conlan went on to start college at the age of sixteen, and now holds a Master's degree in Communication, which taught him the academic principles needed to write Firstborn.

Conlan lives on Colorado's Front Range where he is working on his next book. He enjoys video editing, film scores, and developing high octane, thought provoking fiction that turns pages and excites the senses.









ABOUT THE BOOK

Three supernatural gifts. Two thousand years of division. One moment of truth.

Hannah's head hung, long brown hair in her eyes. Her face felt pasty with cold and fatigue and pain. Arms behind her back, she sat in a chair, wrists and ankles tied to the wooden frame, chair legs bolted to the floor. A cold car. A gun. Horror. Pain. Grief. Screaming. A windshield blistering with holes. Darkness.

It all came over her like a flood. A pouring out of pictures in her mind. But then there was one more thing. Not an image, but a feeling--that half a continent away someone else had felt it all happening too.

The Firstborn, those gifted with Foresight, Hindsight, and Insight at the time of Christ's death are divided between themselves. And when an Islamic holy man is murdered outside of his mosque it becomes apparent that one of the Firstborn was to blame. Now, with the threat of a terrorist attack on an unspeakable target the Firstborn are spiraling out of control. Leaders are dying, members are being kidnapped, and unity is being forced. Three heroes, differently gifted and divided must work together to thwart those who would go too far.

Their breakneck race against time plunges them into a world of danger and through a gauntlet across the United States. From the Riverwalk of San Antonio, where Devin Bathurst, John Temple, and Hannah Rice must protect one another from assassination, to the gritty streets of Washington DC, a paramilitary compound in Pennsylvania, and ultimately back to our nation's capital, the Firstborn must unite to prevent an impending atrocity from becoming reality.

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If you would like to read the first chapter excerpt of The Firstborn, go HERE



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<div align="center"><a href="http://photos1.blogger.com/blogger/5500/1432/1600/CFBAreviewer_gif.0.gif"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="http://photos1.blogger.com/blogger/5500/1432/320/CFBAreviewer_gif.0.gif" border="0" /></a></div><br /><center><span style="font-size:130%;">This week, the</span></center><br /><center><a href="http://www.christianfictionblogalliance.com/"><span style="font-size:100%;">Christian Fiction Blog Alliance</span></a></center><br /><center><span style="font-size:100%;">is introducing</span></center><br /><center><span style="font-size:130%;color:#993300;"> <a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1599796074">The Firstborn</a></span></center><br /><center>Realms (May 5, 2009)</center><br /><center>by</center><br /><center><span style="font-size:130%;color:#006600;"><a href="http://www.conlanbrown.com/">Conlan Brown</a></span></center><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-size:100%;color:#ff6600;">ABOUT THE AUTHOR:</span><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvcoRKofXU2JTGVSfs1alIaDFMpwAWrUXh6Z1ivezSJv4PtkbXnWc_UBiZvHLW3hENuCarSlDAKPjVXd1X0qWkFt1xr1PBCsqm4fOBLI_o1SuE-G6xNQhZlH2nQ_JRjBvToX81/s1600-h/ConlanBrown.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 243px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvcoRKofXU2JTGVSfs1alIaDFMpwAWrUXh6Z1ivezSJv4PtkbXnWc_UBiZvHLW3hENuCarSlDAKPjVXd1X0qWkFt1xr1PBCsqm4fOBLI_o1SuE-G6xNQhZlH2nQ_JRjBvToX81/s320/ConlanBrown.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5349963122945021474" /></a>Born in 1984, Conlan Brown was functionally illiterate until the fifth grade, when he learned how to read and write, as well as a love of story, from his grandmother. Conlan went on to start college at the age of sixteen, and now holds a Master's degree in Communication, which taught him the academic principles needed to write Firstborn.<br /><br />Conlan lives on Colorado's Front Range where he is working on his next book. He enjoys video editing, film scores, and developing high octane, thought provoking fiction that turns pages and excites the senses.<br /><br /><br /><strong><span style="font-size:100%;color:#ffcc00;">ABOUT THE BOOK</span></strong><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguDL5BkkwdkXxxmDMHpVEMbXmKL4pA096zYUFutjgx_HFwwUBLBa6UN1YcWA93vsLJ0JgYDwqPDd6n0gem3zd6-ChIWUccPXYI2FjrNXKHngHMdfelycPdBnww3rOJr6-FM-Ek/s1600-h/the+firstborn.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 214px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguDL5BkkwdkXxxmDMHpVEMbXmKL4pA096zYUFutjgx_HFwwUBLBa6UN1YcWA93vsLJ0JgYDwqPDd6n0gem3zd6-ChIWUccPXYI2FjrNXKHngHMdfelycPdBnww3rOJr6-FM-Ek/s320/the+firstborn.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5349966096647126306" /></a><strong>Three supernatural gifts. Two thousand years of division. One moment of truth.</strong> <br /><br />Hannah's head hung, long brown hair in her eyes. Her face felt pasty with cold and fatigue and pain. Arms behind her back, she sat in a chair, wrists and ankles tied to the wooden frame, chair legs bolted to the floor. <em>A cold car. A gun. Horror. Pain. Grief. Screaming. A windshield blistering with holes. Darkness. </em><br /><br />It all came over her like a flood. A pouring out of pictures in her mind. But then there was one more thing. Not an image, but a feeling--that half a continent away someone else had felt it all happening too. <br /><br />The Firstborn, those gifted with Foresight, Hindsight, and Insight at the time of Christ's death are divided between themselves. And when an Islamic holy man is murdered outside of his mosque it becomes apparent that one of the Firstborn was to blame. Now, with the threat of a terrorist attack on an unspeakable target the Firstborn are spiraling out of control. Leaders are dying, members are being kidnapped, and unity is being forced. Three heroes, differently gifted and divided must work together to thwart those who would go too far.<br /><br />Their breakneck race against time plunges them into a world of danger and through a gauntlet across the United States. From the Riverwalk of San Antonio, where Devin Bathurst, John Temple, and Hannah Rice must protect one another from assassination, to the gritty streets of Washington DC, a paramilitary compound in Pennsylvania, and ultimately back to our nation's capital, the Firstborn must unite to prevent an impending atrocity from becoming reality.<br /><br /><center>Watch The Trailer</center><br /><br /><object width="320" height="265"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/zwYPiQDnYu8&hl=en&fs=1&rel=0"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/zwYPiQDnYu8&hl=en&fs=1&rel=0" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="320" height="265"></embed></object><br /><br />If you would like to read the first chapter excerpt of <a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1599796074">The Firstborn</a>, go <a href="http://thestorybeginnings.blogspot.com/2009/06/firstborn-chapter-1.html">HERE</a>

Conlan can be reached through his Blog

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Adam at Northwoods Blumer
Andie at Radiant Light
Angela at God Uses Broken Vessels
April at Projecting A
Bonnie at Bonnie Writes
Brandilyn at Forensics and Faith
Caleb at Reviews Plus+
Carol at Blogging With Carol
CeeCee at Book Splurge
Christa at Fairfield Corner Academy
Christy at Christy's Book Blog
Dave at The Plot Thickens
Debra at Soul Reflections
Delia at Gatorskunkz And Mudcats
Dineen at Kittens Come From Eggs
E.J at Sword and Pen
Gretchen at Inspire Me
Janis at The Nearsighted Bookworm
Jason at Spoiled For The Ordinary
Jill at Christian Work At Home Moms
Jim B. at The Bedford Review
Karen at disturbing the universe:reviews and rants
Kelly at A Disciple's Steps
Kim at Window To My World
Kristi at Stamped With Grace
Kristinia at Loving Heart Mommy
LaShaunda at See Ya On The Net
Laura at Laura William's Musings
Allie at A Little Bit Of Sunlight
Linda at Reading For His Glory
Lori at Noggin Bits
Marjorie at The Writer's Tool
Michelle at Edgy Inspirational Author
Michelle at Just A Minute
Michelle at Michelle's Great Blogs
Pam at Daysong Reflections
Pepper at Great Christian Fiction
Rel at Relz Reviewz
Rulan at Fiction Showcase
Susan at New Every Morning
Takiela at Beauty 4 Ashes
Tara at Tara's View Of The World
Vanessa at Ramblings of A Texas Housewife
Vicki at Vicki Tiede

A Bride In The Bargain by Deeanne Gist

This week, the
Christian Fiction Blog Alliance
is introducing
A Bride In The Bargain
Bethany House (June 1, 2009)
by
Deeanne Gist


ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

Deeanne Gist, the bestselling author of A Bride Most Begrudging and The Measure of a Lady, has a background in education and journalism. Her credits include People magazine, Parents, and Parenting. With a line of parenting products called "I Did It!® Productions" and a degree from Texas A&M, she continues her writing and speaking. She and her family live in Houston, Texas.

Since the debut of those novels, her very original, very fun romances have rocketed up the bestseller lists and captured readers everywhere. Add to this two consecutive Christy Awards, two RITA nominations, rave reviews, and a growing loyal fan base, and you’ve got one recipe for success.










ABOUT THE BOOK

The Wedding Is All Planned...
Someone Just Needs to Tell the Bride
In 1860s Seattle, redwoods were plentiful but women scarce. Yet a man with a wife could secure 640 acres of timberland for free.

Joe Denton doesn't have a wife, though. His died before she could follow him to Seattle and now the local judge is threatening to take away his claim. In desperation, he buys himself a Mercer bride--one of the eastern widows and orphans brought to the Territory by entrepreneur Asa Mercer.

Anna Ivey's journey west with Mercer is an escape from the aftermath of the Civil War. She signed on to become a cook--not a bride. When she's handed over to Denton, her stubborn refusal to wed jeopardizes his land. With only a few months before he loses all he holds dear, can he convince this provoking, but beguiling, easterner to become his lawfully wedded wife?

If you would like to read the first chapter of A Bride In The Bargain, go HERE


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<div align="center"><a href="http://photos1.blogger.com/blogger/5500/1432/1600/CFBAreviewer_gif.0.gif"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="http://photos1.blogger.com/blogger/5500/1432/320/CFBAreviewer_gif.0.gif" border="0" /></a></div><br /><center><span style="font-size:130%;">This week, the</span></center><br /><center><a href="http://www.christianfictionblogalliance.com/"><span style="font-size:100%;">Christian Fiction Blog Alliance</span></a></center><br /><center><span style="font-size:100%;">is introducing</span></center><br /><center><span style="font-size:130%;color:#993300;"> <a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0764204076">A Bride In The Bargain</a></span></center><br /><center>Bethany House (June 1, 2009) </center><br /><center>by</center><br /><center><span style="font-size:130%;color:#006600;"><a href="http://www.deeannegist.com/">Deeanne Gist</a></span></center><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-size:100%;color:#ff6600;">ABOUT THE AUTHOR:</span><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0LOQXGZMFTwFsI2lV-TcVK4Ac9VSkZ5Is8bbaUtYfP6MHAQK1LQJHc_Re7dLXo95IpwjeJuo8CCUmYqsltQXWT5fncoV5TGEiKMN3IXV2bmujPSfZG7sRXh99zp05TaA2F_UL/s1600-h/deeanne.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 241px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0LOQXGZMFTwFsI2lV-TcVK4Ac9VSkZ5Is8bbaUtYfP6MHAQK1LQJHc_Re7dLXo95IpwjeJuo8CCUmYqsltQXWT5fncoV5TGEiKMN3IXV2bmujPSfZG7sRXh99zp05TaA2F_UL/s320/deeanne.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5348115564674061410" /></a>Deeanne Gist, the bestselling author of <a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0764200720">A Bride Most Begrudging</a> and <a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0764200739">The Measure of a Lady</a>, has a background in education and journalism. Her credits include People magazine, Parents, and Parenting. With a line of parenting products called "I Did It!® Productions" and a degree from Texas A&M, she continues her writing and speaking. She and her family live in Houston, Texas. <br /><br />Since the debut of those novels, her very original, very fun romances have rocketed up the bestseller lists and captured readers everywhere. Add to this two consecutive Christy Awards, two RITA nominations, rave reviews, and a growing loyal fan base, and you’ve got one recipe for success.<br /><br /><br /><br /><strong><span style="font-size:100%;color:#ffcc00;">ABOUT THE BOOK</span></strong><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTgJjGrB-8dYiZCCx9p-X3vtYON4Vl1rdSNOl-6I2xb9I7Bb2YrZqWwcJ05N39YnDy8MrV8viO9XqWvEofbonR335VBewXCoNIbRTWC-ClWIeBBJ8dv7kYps3YZbABDrLawHbM/s1600-h/a+bride+in+the+bargain.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 208px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTgJjGrB-8dYiZCCx9p-X3vtYON4Vl1rdSNOl-6I2xb9I7Bb2YrZqWwcJ05N39YnDy8MrV8viO9XqWvEofbonR335VBewXCoNIbRTWC-ClWIeBBJ8dv7kYps3YZbABDrLawHbM/s320/a+bride+in+the+bargain.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5348111891512831010" /></a><strong>The Wedding Is All Planned...<br />Someone Just Needs to Tell the Bride</strong><br />In 1860s Seattle, redwoods were plentiful but women scarce. Yet a man with a wife could secure 640 acres of timberland for free.<br /><br />Joe Denton doesn't have a wife, though. His died before she could follow him to Seattle and now the local judge is threatening to take away his claim. In desperation, he buys himself a Mercer bride--one of the eastern widows and orphans brought to the Territory by entrepreneur Asa Mercer.<br /><br />Anna Ivey's journey west with Mercer is an escape from the aftermath of the Civil War. She signed on to become a cook--not a bride. When she's handed over to Denton, her stubborn refusal to wed jeopardizes his land. With only a few months before he loses all he holds dear, can he convince this provoking, but beguiling, easterner to become his lawfully wedded wife?<br /><br />If you would like to read the first chapter of <a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0764204076">A Bride In The Bargain</a>, go <a href="http://thestorybeginnings.blogspot.com/2009/06/bride-in-bargain-chapter-1.html">HERE</a>

Deeanne can be reached through the Contact link on her Website

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