Welcome to Author Spotlight! Each week will feature a different author. We’ll get the scoop behind their writing life and dish a little. The authors will also be giving away a copy of their latest book. FUN.
The winner from last week’s Author Spotlight with Mary Ellis is Keith Butts! Please email info@suzannewoodsfisher.com with your mailing address!
This week we are featuring Stephanie Reed! To win a copy of her new book, The Bargain (Kregel Publications, 2013) leave a comment on this post.
Share a little bit about yourself. Married with kids? Empty nester? Do you work full-time and write when you can squeeze it in?
My husband and I have two kids, one married, one at home. I ‘retired’ from my Latchkey job when both our kids finished college.
And share something about your writing. What’s your genre(s), your areas of interest . . .
My first two books were YA novels about the Underground Railroad. My new novel The Bargain is what I call Amish/Historical Fiction for women. I’d love to write a cozy mystery, and I have another genre or two I’d like to explore.
How did you get started writing? Did you have a dream of being a published author?
I got started writing because I thought the proceeds would put the kids through college. I’ve always loved reading and wanted to write from a young age.
After you started writing seriously, how long was it before you were published?
Four years.
Aside from a cup of good, strong coffee, what helps you get all of your “brain cylinders” firing so you can write well? Do you have any favorite places and routines when you write? How many hours a day do you spend writing?
Coffee and I are not friends. I like tea. Crossword puzzles get me going. And am I the only one who gets good ideas in the shower?
What has been the biggest help to you in the journey to publication? Writers’ conferences? Writing groups? Your mom as your first draft reader?
Mark 9:23, “If you can believe, all things are possible to him who believes.” This verse keeps me going.
Is the “writer’s life” what you thought it would be?
No. Just when I think I have a realistic view, I get a reality check, like extensive edits or being turned down for a book festival. The writer’s life can be humbling.
What are your biggest distractions?
Daydreaming.
What is the role and importance of an agent?
An agent is your ally in a world where you may not know all the rules. A good agent knows the rules.
What advice would you give to new writers?
Don’t edit while you write your first draft. I’m still working on this one myself.
Pretend I’m a customer at a bookstore looking for a good book. Give me a one or two sentence promo to convince me to buy your book.
What’s The Bargain about? An Amish girl helps an English boy, a shattered survivor of the Kent State Massacre, find real peace in the summer of 1971. Bonus: recipes for Potato Doughnuts and Banana Cream Pie included.
What’s on the book horizon for you?
Books two and three of the Plain City Peace series.
Last question, how can readers find you and your books?
Readers can like my Facebook page, follow me on Twitter, read my Plain and Simple Blog posts, check Goodreads, or visit my website, which will be undergoing some changes.
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My town in NY State has a tiny bit of history with the underground railroad with the families at the Friends Meeting House participating in the railroad. I would enjoy being entered in your drawing for a copy of your book.
Kathleen, I love Underground Railroad stories because people from different backgrounds secretly helped each other and in many cases gave God all the glory. Amen, right? Good luck!
I would greatly appreciate the chance to get acquainted with your writing gifts through this giveaway…thanks for offering it!
You’re very kind, Julie, and I wish you good luck!
I love books that include recipes.
So do I, Felicia! The banana cream pie recipe is from my lovely sister-in-law Myra, and does she ever have what I call ‘the pie gift.’ My publisher tested the recipe and gave it rave reviews. Mmmm. Good luck!
I would love to read this book! babscorbitt@gmail.com
This whole interview was so interesting. I would so love to win this book.
Thank you, Wilani! Suzanne’s questions inspired me. Thanks for coming over to my Facebook page and good luck!
Oh this book sounds so good. I would love to win a copy of The Bargain. And it has a couple of recipes! What more could I ask for?
Blessings!
Judy B
Judy, good luck! I once ate an Amish doughnut that was the size of my head (almost). I bit into it and said, “I’ve been waiting for this my whole life.” It was that good. 🙂
Thanks Stephanie!
Making me drool here! An Amish doughnut sounds wonderful! I’ve been dieting for 2 months now and just thinking of this doughnut makes me want one! 🙂
Oh, no! Hang in there, Judy! 🙂 I read a quote from supermodel Kate Moss: “Nothing ever tastes as good as skinny feels.” Or so I’ve heard!
This sounds wonderful, recipes, Amish, history all rolled into one great read.
It sounds like we have a lot in common, Sonja! Good luck.
I would love to get acquainted with your work. Will have to add you to my “to read” shelf. Always love finding new authors!
Thank you, Donna! I love finding new readers and I don’t take this privilege lightly. Good luck!
So glad to “meet” Stephanie Reed! Thank you for the opportunity to win a copy of THE BARGAIN!
Glad to ‘meet’ you, Britney! Suzanne’s readers are overwhelmingly kind. Good luck!
I loved your interview and would love to win a copy of your new book the bargain.
Suzanne asked me some intriguing questions, Patty! She really made me think. Good luck!
Congratulations, Patty! Hope you enjoy The Bargain.
I would enjoy reading your young adult books and this one re: the Amish & a survivor of the Kent State shootings…I live in OH & have a daughter who attends church in Kent, so this sounds like it would be close to home! Thanks for your candidness re: becoming an author!
Hey Barb, we’re OH neighbors! During research for this book, my husband and I visited the Kent State campus. We were in junior high near Dayton during that era, so we remembered the shocking events, but we were deeply moved by our visit. Also, there’s a huge Amish community near Middlefield and Burton. Good luck!
This book sounds so good. I would love to win it,because I’m sure I’d enjoy reading it.
June, you’re very sweet. Good luck!
Thanks for the interview. I live in Ohio and am old enough to remember the shootings at Kent State. I was a teenager then and remember the press coverage and fear that event invoked. Such a tragic time for all.
I am looking forward to reading your book , it offers a different prospective of this event. I love Amish fiction and will add to my to read list. Thank you for chance to win and also for chance to get to know you and look forward to your series.
Oh, Jackie, ‘tragic time’ is so true. Sounds like reading the stories about the Kent State massacre had a similar effect on you. Thanks for your nice comments and pleased to meet you. Good luck!
would love to win.
Good luck, Angela!
I would love to win this book and meet this new author through her writings. Have a great day!
Sandi, thanks and good luck!
Recipes? 🙂
Thanks for this opportunity
You sound like a woman after my own heart, Loretta! Good luck. 🙂
This is a new Author to me.
Would like to win and read The Bargain.
Thanks for a chance.
Hi, Carolyn, nice to meet you! Good luck!
I would love to win this book. Thanks for the giveaway. Have a great day!
Hello, Debra, you have a great day, too! Good luck!
Please enter me! This sounds really good and I love new recipes 🙂
Get ready to chow down if you win, Wendy! Good luck!
Locally we have 2 stops on the Underground Railroad, so I have significant interest in this subject. I would really enjoy your book, and would love to win a copy!!
How fortunate, Karen! The Underground Railroad will always be near and dear to my heart and I tried to show that in my first two books. Good luck!
Suzanne, thank you for sharing your sweet readers with me. Fan for life!
Loved the interview! I love to learn about authors. I think it helps you understand their writing a little better. Thanks for the fun giveaway!
I feel the same way, Sara. It’s fun to know the backstory. Good luck!
I love books about the Amish, I’d love to win this
Good luck, Debbie!
I’m happy for you, Debbie! Enjoy.
I love when you highlight Authors. It gives the chance to get to know them and the books that they write. I love to read all of everyones books. It gives me a chance to go into my own little world. Keep the great books coming.
Great insight about your own little world, Kim! I feel the same way when I read.
Congratulations, Kim!
I would love to win your book!
Good luck, Pat!
I have so enjoyed your books. You are a wonderful writer. I get so ingrossed I have a hard time putting my book down. I would love more anything to win your book. Keep up the great work. I look forward to reading more of your novels.
I’m humbled, Debbie. You’re sweet. Thank you.
This book sounds like a great read. I know I will realy enjoy it. And I will share this page to my friends and they will enjoy your books as well. Thats so cool your giving one of your book away.
Well, thanks very much, Jennifer! That’s the very best gift you can give to an author. Good luck!
Your interview was very nice, and I would love to win this book, thanks.
Thanks for reading it, Jean! Good luck!
I’ve never read one of your books, but it’s about the Amish and that’s all it takes for me to be interested!! I love the cover – it looks very interesting to me. Thank you for giving us a chance to win this book. Judy F
Haha, Judy, you made me smile! Thanks for commenting about the cover. My publisher Kregel worked very hard to make The Bargain inviting, and I was blown away when I saw it. Good luck!
I haven’t read any of your books. This one sounds like a good read. Hope to win!
Hi, Rita! Thanks for your kind words. Good luck!
Amish fiction is my favorite! I got my MLIS from Kent State in 2001 so I think this book would interesting to me for that reason (among many others). I always like to discover a ‘new’ author. Take care. kristiedonelson(at)gmail(dot)com Thank you.
Congratulations, Kristie! Kent State today is a beautiful campus–we enjoyed ‘meeting’ the black squirrels. 🙂
Thanks Suzanne. A new author and recipes. Yay!!! Would love to read a new book that sounds wonderfully written.
I can’t thank Suzanne enough for sharing all of you with me. She knows some fine, generous people. Good luck, Leann!
Lovely interview. It is always nice to meet a new author. Would love to win a copy of the book. Please accept my entry. Thank you.
Lovely to meet you, Mary Ellen! Good luck!
i can not wait to read this book!
I hope you don’t have to wait, Hope! Good luck!
This book sounds great.I would love to win and read it.Thanks for the chance.I love this post.I am always looking for new authors.Thanks
Thanks, Jackie! Good luck!
I love Amish books & I’ve never read anything that you have written. Would love to read your book & be able to add you to my “favorites” list at the bookstore. That list is what thy order for me by authors’ name. I’ve never been disappointed in any book or author that Suzanne has recommended. She is one of my top 5 authors. I’ve read almost all of her books. Wishing you both a truly blessed week.
I hope I join the list, Pat! Suzanne is incredibly generous to share her space with new authors. I like that she teamed up with Mary Ann Kinsinger for the Lily Lapp books. Thanks and good luck.
Sounds like a wonderful book to read and would love a chance to win. I love the Amish fiction books and even better is history mixed in! May God Bless you as you continue in your writing!
Thanks for the blessing, Lisa! That means a lot. Good luck.
Wow! You are a new author to me and I can’t wait to read your book. I enjoy reading about the Amish especially when there are recipes included 🙂
~Thanks for the chance to win~
Thank you, Michelle! We can always use a little inspiration in the kitchen, huh? Good luck!
It is always interesting to read about the authors! Sounds like another great Amish author. Thanks for the chance to win one of her first books!
Hi, Tammy! Suzanne’s questions made it interesting for sure! Good luck!
Nice interview. I like reading books that incorporate historical facts into the story. Would love to win The Bargain.
Thanks, Johnda, and what a cool name! I love history, too. My dad once pointed out that all the pictures on my walls are of old things. Luckily none of the pictures are of me!
I remember Kent State. I like Amish themed books. Sounds like a winner to me. 🙂
Hi, Pen– sometimes I think everyone has forgotten that horrible day at Kent State. I’m glad you haven’t. Good luck!
I love reading new Amish fiction.This is a great interview.
Thank you, Tammy! Suzanne kept me on my toes! Good luck.
I would love to win a copy of your book. I love reading Amish fiction & am always eager to read something from a new author. May God bless you in your work.
I appreciate the blessing, Connie. Good luck!
Very interesting! My mother-in-law lives in a town that butts up against Kent where Kent St is located…and we have a lady who goes to our church who was teaching in Kent (elementary teacher) at the time of the shooting. Your book is now on my “must read” list!
Wow, Linda! That gave me chills. You should talk with that lady and find out what it was like to live in that town on that day. Thanks for putting me on your list! Good luck.
I would love to read your book
Thank you, Valerie! I hope you get the chance.
Ohhhh your book sounds wonderful good!
Love recipes in books, simple life, Godly content and a good excuse to sit down, put my feet up and enjoy the simple pleasure of a book worth reading!
How sweet, Nat! You made me feel warm and cozy. That’s my kind of day for sure. Good luck!
Love reading Amish books and to win one would be great!
It’s a simple pleasure for sure, Gayle! I hope you win.
Stephanie, So nice to meet you today. I remember the Kent State shooting – we were living in California, but the idea of something like that happening was just so frightening. 40 years later, and so many more shooting in schools — it’s still frightening, but maybe not such a surprise anymore. And that’s a sorry state of affairs for our country.
I like Amish stories, and I will be looking forward to reading this one.
Well said, Donna. A sorry state of affairs, indeed. Kent State made a huge impression on my 12-year-old self. Thanks for your insight, and good luck.
I would love to get to know this author better though this book please enter my name for the drawing please, Thank you Brenda
Good luck, Brenda! I enjoy becoming acquainted with all of you through these snippets of your lives. 🙂
I’m glad to see there is another member of the crossword puzzle club! 😉 I would really love to win a copy of this book. Regardless, I will be reading it! I also ordered a copy for the library that I work at’s collection. My fellow Amish fiction fans will love to find a new author!
Christine! One across: Way to convey gratitude. 8 letters (two words).
I worked in the Dayton Metro Library (Ohio) for many years and I have to say LIBRARIANS ROCK! Good luck!
Stephanie, you are a new author to me, but I enjoyed your interview. Your book sounds fantastic. I love Amish fiction. Looking f to reading your book. Thank you for the opportunity to enter a giveaway. Please enter my name.
Thank you, Barbara! It’s all in the questions and Suzanne asked some good ones. Good luck!
I would love to win a copy of your book! Loved the interview!
I’m happy to hear that, Terri! Good luck!
If I was judging a book by it’s cover, I’d say this one should be my friend! 🙂
The cover says you are BBF’s, Brittany! Thanks and good luck.
Umm, that’s BFF’s! Clearly I am not a child of the 90s.
Sounds like a wonderful book!
That’s good to hear, Debbie! Good luck.
I would love to win your new book, it looks good. Thank you for putting out good clean books to read with a God-filled love story.
Becky, you are very welcome and that’s so good to hear. That’s what I want to do. Good luck.
Hi ,I would just like to say ,I am not a writer but I love to read.I love Amish love stories the best.I like to read about the Amish because I truly believe they are genuine in their walk with the Lord.I don’t believe I’ve read any of your books but I have read mostly Amish ,I am a Christian and would not anything that wasn’t Christian based.I hope I get the chance to win your book,and I hope you do well with your sells as well. blessings to you.
Hello, Linda! Those are good goals and I appreciate your good wishes. I hope you get the chance to read The Bargain.
I like that you have a different story that I have not read so far. I am intrigued and would love to read The Bargain. I will be following you on Facebook and goodreads.
Hello, Jan and thanks for the follows; I’ll look for you! There are so many different stories to tell and so many ways to tell them. I like using my God-given and sanctified imagination. Good luck!
I so love Amish fiction, and I love to read. Thank-you so much for a chance to win this book.
Hi, Susan! Reading is my very favorite thing to do. Good luck!
My daughter loves anything about the underground railroad and she is not ten yet! This book sounds good also, I am not familiar with this author but I liked the verse that she picked to share in her interview!
Angie, my UGRR books were written for kids like your daughter! They are based on the Reverend John Rankin and his family and you can visit his house in Ripley, Ohio. I’m glad you like the Bible verse. Before deciding to write my first book, I fasted, prayed, and then randomly opened the Bible to that verse. I was overwhelmed. 🙂 When I sign books, that verse is included.
I am an empty nester with time on my hands. I would love to read your book! Thank you for the chance and good luck to all! 🙂
Hi, Cindy, it’s a different kind of life, isn’t it? Hope your fledglings fly home to visit. I enjoyed working in an after-school Latchkey program during the college years because I took the separations quite hard and it was good to be around children again. Good luck.
The Kent State killings were horrendous!! I would love to read The Bargain! Thanks for sharing Suzanne & Stephanie!!
Horrendous is the word, Robin. I’m glad the college has managed to survive and flourish. Good luck!
I’d love to read it.
Short and sweet but your comment says it all, Theresa! Good luck.
I haven’t read many Amish books before, but I think it would be cool! Thanks for the opportunity to enter the giveaway!
Short and sweet but your comment says it all, Theresa! Good luck.
Whoops, we must have crossed over responses, Katie! Sorry my response to Theresa showed up here. I hope you get the chance to read The Bargain.
New author to me. I love reading Amish books and would love to read this one. Also looking forward to more of the series. Thank you for the chance to win a copy.
Nice to meet you, Karen! Good luck!
I have not read any of your books, Stephanie, but would love to. I have read many books about the underground railroad and also love Amish stories. Best wishes with all of your writing.
We have some common interests, Phyllis! Thanks for your good wishes and good luck in the drawing.
Kent State was when I was a little girl, so I don’t “remember” it, nor did I learn about it in history. Looking forward to a good story and learning something!
Hi, MBW! I was eleven in May 1970 and I remember watching my first Kentucky Derby on TV the Saturday before the Kent State massacre. The awful pictures pf the shootings were all over the newspapers here in Ohio and it’s pretty hard to forget. Good luck.
I always love learning about new Amish fiction authors. Interviews are very interesting way of getting to know our new authors. Thanks for the chance to win the book!
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I love reading and especially Amish stories, Victorian, Edwardian age that are clean. It’s nice to know that there are authors who write wonderful, “pull-you-in” kind of stories and don’t have to resort to “smut” to make it interesting. My mom loves to read Amish stories, in fact she is the one who got me started. If I won, I would give this book to her. She has done alot for me. Keep writing such wonderful books.
Thank you so much for entering me into your contest.
Rhonda Lovell.
Your mom raised a wonderful daughter, Rhonda! Good luck.
This sounds like a great book to read ….I hope to be able to win this so I can start !!!!Thank You for writing these !!!
You’re very welcome, Judy! Good luck!
I would love to win this book for my church library.
Thanks for the opportunity to do so.
Wow, Suzanne has some very generous readers, Janet! I love libraries and worked in one for many years. Good luck!
This looks like a book I would love to read! I love finding new authors to follow as well! Thank you for this opportunity!
Katie, the pleasure is all mine. Good luck!
I love reading Amish and Historical books, so this one sounds great!
Two genres for the price of one is quite a *bargain*! Good luck, Michelle.
Sounds like a very interesting story! Amish stories are my favorite. Would love to win this book. I have not read any of your books and would love to add you to my list of new authors.
Thank you for adding me to the list, Marilyn! Good luck.
I would love to win “The Bargain” by Stephanie Reed. I have never read her books, but, I am looking forward to starting to read her books. I love finding new authors.
Best of luck to you, Andrea! I love finding new readers.
Loved your comment, Stephanie: “A writer’s life can be humbling. So true!” Thanks for sharing your story with my blog readers! Warmly, Suzanne
Suzanne, I’m touched that you would share The Bargain with your devoted fans. They’re wonderful! May the Lord richly bless you and your generosity for years to come.
What a wonderful post! Thank you for introducing Stephanie Reed and thank you for the chance to win The Bargain.
Thanks for getting to know me, Melanie! Good luck!
Love daydreaming. Stephanie, did you ever tried to look at clouds and see what they look like. Love this game. Always play with my daughter.
That is so sweet, Janna, and your daughter is one lucky young lady. Yes, I daydream about cloud pictures and lots of other things. On my personal Facebook page, I posted a photo of two treetops that I thought looked like a cow and a flying pig. Then I outlined the photo to show what I saw. 🙂 Good luck!
It sound like a good book. I would love to win. I enjoy reading the Amish stories.
I enjoy writing them, Brenda! Good luck!
Two of my favorites, Amish and historical, in one book. I would love to win this.
Like I said above, two for one is a *bargain,* right, Lisa? Good luck.
Can’t wait to read this book. It sounds real good.
Your comment warms my heart because I think you really mean it, Virginia! Good luck!
I love amish fiction and I enjoy getting to know new authors; both through fun interviews like this and getting to know an author by reading (or in my case absorbing) the book.
Haha, Sara! I imagine you curled up on a sofa and rapidly turning pages or clicking your Kindle. Good luck!
This book sounds very interesting! I love finding new authors and Amish based stores are my favorite books to read.
I’m telling you, Marg, all new authors need to read these comments! You are so encouraging. Good luck!
I can’t wait to read this! I love series.
I like series, too, Leigh. I’ve read many good ones and I always thought they would be a cinch to write, but surprise, surprise! It is much more involved that I ever dreamed. If I ever fully figure it out, I may write a book on writing a series. But don’t hold your breath! Good luck.
I enjoyed the interview and look forward to reading this book. Praying I am blessed and win. Have a wonderful day and keep writing for The Lord.
Aw, Lucy. It makes such a difference when someone understands why I write. Hope your prayers are answered with a yes.
Wonderful interview! This book sounds like a delightful read. I would love to win a copy!
Maria, you sound delightful yourself. Good luck!
would luv to win :O) and read the Bargain
Good luck, Sandy!
I would love to win and read your Amish novel, THE BARGAIN, Stephanie.
Amish fiction is one of my favorite genres. I also like cozy mysteries. sharon, CA
I like cozies, too, Sharon! Good luck.
I would love to read this book! I am a stay at home mom to an eight year old boy and a three year old girl. When he is at school and she is napping, I get to indulge myself with a cup of tea and a good book! 🙂
You have the best job in the world, Melissa! Cheers, fellow tea drinker, and enjoy your indulgence. You earned it. Good luck.
Your book sounds interesting to me and I love the bonus of having recipes!
You and me both, Natalie! I collect church cookbooks because the best-tasting food comes from carry-in meals at churches. Good luck!
please enter me in your book contest. i love amish stories. it would be good to read a new authgor
Thanks and good luck, Diane!
I love her books. Can’t wait to read this one. enter me to win, please!
😉 Love you, Kristy! Good luck!
A new author to follow, yay! I’d love to win a copy of The Bargain.
Hello, Amy! Good luck!
I would absolutely love to win a copy of her book I have never read any but will be looking at the library.God Bless and thank you for the chance.
Hello, Emma! The library is a great idea. If they don’t already have The Bargain, you can request that they purchase it. Works for me! Good luck.
I have never read books by this author and would love the chance to start, i am always looking for to add to my collection. Thank you for this chance
Hope you can add it to your collection, Carol! Good luck.
I also do not drink coffee. I love my iced sweet tea!! I enjoyed reading this interview. I haven’t read any of Stephanie’s books yet but hope to soon! I too love to read Amish fiction books and to get the bonus of recipes also would be great. My two favorite things to do are read and bake!!
Hot tea or iced and definitely sweet! Here’s a tip– sometimes I don’t drink all of my perfectly sweetened hot tea in the morning. I put the mug in the refrigerator. At lunch or dinner, I dump the tea in a glass, fill with ice cubes, add a little water, and I have a perfect brew. Good luck!
I would absolutely love to read this book. I’m a huge Amish fiction fan and I remember the Kent State Massacre when I was in high school. Hope one of my libraries orders this book but I would love to have my own for my Amish bookshelf. Thank you for the opportunity. Have a wunderbar day!
It’s a day I’ll never forget, Kay. Did you know that you can request that your library purchase The Bargain? Just give the librarian this number: 978-0825442155. Good luck on winning your own copy!
Would love to read another amish artist book would love to win this book thank
Thank you, Ruth, and good luck!
Sounds like an interesting book. I would love to win it!
I appreciate that, Kathy! Good luck!
Great interview! This is a new author to me and the story sounds great! I will be looking for it.
Thanks, Ola, and who knows? Maybe you’ll find it in your mailbox!
Nice cover! Thank you for doing this interview and for the chance to win The Bargain.
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I love the cover, too, Wendy! Even the Ohio license plate is true to 1971, as I well recall. Good luck!
thanks for the chance to read this novel 😉
You’re welcome, KarenK, and good luck to you!
Love finding new-to-me authors & love Amish fiction. Suzanne is so very helpful in posting info about authors & their books. Would love to win. Thanks for the opportunity. Linda
Suzanne certainly has a big heart and I appreciate her. Good luck, Linda!
Love hearing about new Amish fiction!
Thank you and good luck, Pam!
I love reading Amish books. Will be putting this on my wish list. Thank you for the opportunity to win a copy of your book. Have a blessed day.
I like hearing that, Kevlin! Good luck in the drawing.
Would love the chance to add this to my collection. I especially love series books!
Good luck, Teresa! I’ve read lots of series and now I know they’re a lot easier to read than to write. Good luck!
I would really love to win your book. I love to read. I always enjoy finding new authors and/or books to read. I have really gotten into the Amish books after reading a couple of my friends books. 🙂
We have something in common, Rebecca, because I love to read, also. Good luck!
Stephanie Reed, I love discovering NEW FAVORITE authors! Your book sounds awesome! Would love to be a winner. Thanks for the opportunity to enter the contest. God bless you as you continue your writing.
Hi, Mary! Thanks for the blessing, that is so good to hear. Good luck!
What a beautiful cover. Would very much love to win so I can read.
Thank you, Bonnie! I commented earlier that Kregel blew me away with this cover. Guess whose covers I told them I liked? Suzanne’s! Specifically I loved the muted, matched colors of The Choice, but they’re all beautiful. http://thefrugalgirls.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/The-Choice-Suzanne-Woods-Fisher.jpg
Another Book to put on my Wish List and To Read Book List… I would love to win this book in the Giveaway…New Author for me…
Hello, Jean! Thanks for your vote of confidence and good luck in the drawing.
November 22nd will be my 39th wedding anniversary with three grown children and one absolutely delightful granddaughter who is 5 years old. I LOVE BOOKS, LOVE TO READ, but there was only ever one book I clearly saw myself writing, and last Christmas, I saw all of its contents and 20 years it had taken me to put into words thrown into a garbage truck ~ talk about a humbling experience that turned out to be more therapy than for others to relate to. I was reminded in that moment, as I always believe, NOTHING HAPPENS BY COICIDENCE… and maybe winning a copy of The Bargain will prove it again 🙂 BLESSINGS!
Wow, Karen. First, early happy anniversary and congrats on the fine family. As for twenty years of dreams and hard work trashed, wow. You are a brave woman. Blessings to you as well.