Ponderings …

And now, O Israel, what does the Lord your God ask of you but to fear the Lord your God, to walk in all his ways, to love him, to serve the Lord your God with all your HEART and with all your soul. Deuteronomy 10:12 Am I serving God to the fullest if I do not ensure that my …

A Christmas Smorgasbord of Novels, Part Four

And finally, one last post spotlighting novels that would make excellent gifts. Below you’ll find Women’s Fiction, Legal Fiction, and Romance. Women’s Fiction LOST AND FOUND by Ginny Yttrup – Last year Ginny Yttrup proved her literary talent with her debut award-winning novel, Words. Her follow-up Lost and Found, about a woman who feels inadequate and allows others to control …

A Christmas Smorgasbord of Novels, Part Three

It’s now December, and Christmas is a mere three weeks away. If you’re still looking for that perfect gift for the reader on your list, one of the titles below should certainly be a perfect match for them. But if not, be sure to stop by this Thursday, December 6 for Christmas Smorgasbord of Novels, Part Four. YA / Supernatural …

A Christmas Smorgasbord of Novels, Part Two

Hopefully, in Part One you found a title or two that satisfied your taste. And today I’m offering a taste of more excellent novels from even more genres. Make sure you stop by next Tuesday, December 4, for additional recommendations. Romance: MY STUBBORN HEART by Becky Wade – Not your typical romance. I love the authentic characters in this novel! …

A Christmas Smorgasbord of Novels, Part One

(I’m giving away one copy of the Maj (Ret) Jeff Struecker/Alton Gansky novel, Hide and Seek. It’s a perfect gift for that special man in your life, or for the woman who loves a military/Special Ops thriller. For contest information, see below) In my opinion, there’s no gift tastier than a book. Is there a better way to send your friends or …

With All Your Heart

“Love the Lord your God with all your HEART and with all your soul and with all your strength.”     Deuteronomy 6:5 Obeying that passage isn’t as easy as it sounds. That verse is telling me to put God in first place in all situations. It’s telling me to look up instead of inward, and then He’ll take care of the …

Happy Thanksgiving!

Yes, I know Thanksgiving is a week away, but let’s face it, I’m not going to be blogging on Thanksgiving Day, and, chances are, you’re not going to be reading blogs. I know I won’t be. As a matter of fact, I plan on taking a blogging break next week so I can focus on more important things, like family. …

Captivating Covers

I was so excited to see the new cover for When Love Calls, the first book in a new series from my good friend, Lorna Seilstad. Talk about a captivating cover! The colors pop. I love the details on the dress and hat. And those eyes tell a story, don’t they? That got me wondering what others covers of upcoming …