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WOW! THERE WEW SO MANY BOOKS I READ IN 2019 WHICH WERE TREMENDOUSLY WELL-WRITTEN STORIES, I COULN'T POSSIBLY LIST THEM ALL!! In addition to this dilemma, there were many I didn't get to (a couple I read this month) , that are equally as enjoyable!
What I have done is center on three of many! These awesome authors have agreed to send the LUCKY U.S./Can. WINNER a copy of the highlighted book! I also have listed a few other which earned a 4 or 5 Stars rating by me.
This first Young Adult book was a gripping tale of a feasible, peculiar life-style after the world, as we know it, drastically changed. Ie was "mind-blowing" that one could actually realize this could happen! A fresh take on a dystopian storyline, The Undoing is a page-turner with unforgettable characters and an intriguing plot that will keep you hooked from beginning to end. 
THE UNDOING: A Young Adult Dystopian Scifi Novel (Book 1 of The Undoing Trilogy) by Desserae Shepston
344 pages | Published February 25th 2019 SYNOPSIS: Rebecca stared hard into the darkness, barely able to make out the outline of the mountain from the light of the moon. She thought about what was behind that mountain. She knew who lived out that way. That was ranchland, worked by the parents of a boy she went to school with. He was a year older than her. Daniel Morgan. She didn't know him other than to recognize him in passing in the halls. He was one to notice. Jet black hair. Green eyes. Gentle smile. Tall and lean and just so perfectly muscular from helping on the ranch. But. He was off-limits. He was of a different social Tier, and those lines could not be crossed. Council was quite clear on this... Rebecca glanced at her watch. It felt like she'd been waiting for much more than the three minutes that had passed since she first came to the window. 1:59 a.m. Her eyes shifted back to the darkness and the ghost of a mountain in the distance, just as a change started to occur. Jonathan was right... Purchase on Amazon: 
About Desserae K Shepston:
Desserae K Shepston was born in Montana, but spent her formative years in Champaign, Illinois. She blames her birth place on her affinity for mountain environments. She has lived in Chicago, Garmisch, Germany, Austin, and now, everywhere North America. Desserae received her undergraduate degree at the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign. She holds two Masters and a PhD from Texas State University. She left the stationary life and career behind for a life on the road in a 1993 RV, traveling North America with her best friend and four cats, and living her passion for travel and an outdoor life. She wrote her first book, Travel Cats: tips for beginning an rv journey with your feline family after working through the kinks of RV living with cats herself. Her children's book, The Adventures of Gatsby the Travel Cat in Mesa Verde was also inspired by her travels and her most adventuresome cat, really named Gatsby, who seems to have been born for road life. Desserae has also written a Young Adult Sci-Fi Dystopian novel, The Undoing. This book did not come from her travels, but was born purely from her imagination and a love of YA and Dystopian literature. Facebook | Amazon Author Page | Twitter | Instagram
This second Young Adult novel, is mostly Fantasy! This is an amazing account addressing the strength, compassion and intelligence of one remarkable young woman. Lira must defy the leaders and trust her own instincts. She finds within herself strengths she never knew existed. 
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Beasts of the Frozen Sun (Frozen Sun Saga #1) by Jill Criswell Publication date: August 6th 2019 Genres: Fantasy, Young Adult Synopsis: Burn brightly. Love fiercely. For all else is dust. Every child of Glasnith learns the last words of Aillira, the god-gifted mortal whose doomed love affair sparked a war of gods and men, and Lira of clan Stone knows the story better than most. As a descendant of Aillira and god-gifted in her own right, she has the power to read people’s souls, to see someone’s true essence with only a touch of her hand. When a golden-haired warrior washes up on the shores of her homeland–one of the fearful marauders from the land of the Frozen Sun–Lira helps the wounded man instead of turning him in. After reading his soul, she realizes Reyker is different than his brethren who attack the coasts of Glasnith. He confides in her that he’s been cursed with what his people call battle-madness, forced to fight for the warlord known as the Dragon, a powerful tyrant determined to reignite the ancient war that Aillira started. As Lira and Reyker form a bond forbidden by both their clans, the wrath of the Dragon falls upon them and all of Glasnith, and Lira finds herself facing the same tragic fate as her ancestor. The battle for Lira’s life, for Reyker’s soul, and for their peoples’ freedom has only just begun. Goodreads | ~ Purchase: Amazon | B&N | iBooks | 
AUTHOR BIO:
Jill Criswell is a writer of Young Adult Historical Fantasy. She was born and raised in the swamps of northeastern Florida. She earned degrees in English and Psychology and an MFA in Creative Writing from the University of Central Florida. Her greatest passion, besides reading and writing, is traveling the world; she's visited fifty countries across six continents, falling in love with places like Iceland, Namibia, and Cambodia. She works as a university English teacher and lives in South Carolina, near the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, with her husband and daughter (who is named after a volcano in Iceland). Author links: Website | Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | Goodreads |
Speaking of Feasibility...! This author has based his novel on some actual events. His writings are substantiated by his profession and degrees! I love his "thriller" novels, because they can easily occur!... Perhaps the are without our knowledge! Read on fo better understanding..
Synopsis:
Professor Mitch Pine knows all too well the history of epidemics, so the startling new information he’s discovered has him racing to the Centers for Disease Control in Atlanta. Mitch has uncovered a startling pattern: dramatic environmental changes always occurred prior to devastating outbreaks, and current climate change may be such a catalyst. But before his plane lands, Mitch’s journey takes a terrifying turn. He is intercepted by a woman who represents a dangerous faction whose interest in Mitch’s research opposes his mission to save lives. To secure Mitch’s cooperation, his research assistant is being held hostage. With so many lives on the line, Mitch embarks on a turbulent trip around the world, uncovering pieces of the puzzle until he ultimately holds the key to prevent—or precipitate—global devastation. Unless he can find a way to stop the lunatics behind his abduction, a plague the likes of which the world has never known will be unleashed. Buy Links: Amazon | Deseret Bookstore | 
ABOUT the Author:
Born in Bakersfield, California. He spent seven months at BYU on a cinematography scholarship, but that didn’t pan out (pun intended). He returned to Santa Barbara and after two years at a research center, he realized an education was the only way to avoid a dead-end career. Over the next four years, he attended Santa Barbara City College, UC Santa Barbara, and BYU majoring in Biological Sciences. He then attended the University of Utah College of Pharmacy, graduating in 1990, practicing as a pharmacist in Northern California for six months before moving to Logan, Utah in 1991. He is currently the Director of Pharmacy for the Cache Valley Community Health Center in Logan. Throughout his life, he has loved writing. He began his literary career writing and illustrating short stories. His success came with cartoons published in Skin Diver Magazine, the Oceanographic Letter, and several in the New Era. It wasn’t until he graduated from college that he began to write seriously. His preferred reading genre is science-based thrillers, particularly the works of Robin Cook, Tom Clancy, and Michael Crichton. But I enjoy reading just about anything I get my hands on, fiction and nonfiction, including many LDS authors. His literary claim to fame is being a finalist for a Whitney Award in 2008 for Do No Harm, in 2009 for Altered State, in 2010 for Blink Of An Eye, in 2011 for Bloodborne, and in 2012 for Deadly Undertakings Goodreads |
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Rula Sinara The Marine's Return (From Kenya, with Love #6) Anita Stansfield The House of Stone and Ivy; The Emerald Heart of Courtenay Beth Carpenter An Alaskan Proposal (Northern Lights #4) Sherri Shackelford No Safe Place Brynn Chapman Here Walk the Dead (The Boneseeker Chronicles #2) Lee Tobin McClain Low Country Hero Sherilyn Decker INNOCENCE LOST Ron Coury Tenacity: True Life Story Pam Jenoff The Lost Girls of Paris Tara Randel His Honor, Her Family (Meet Me at the Altar #2) Joseph Pillitteri Courage Between Love and Death Jolina Petersheim How the Light Gets In Joanna Barker Miss Adeline's Match Paige Edwards Catherine's Intrigue Traci Hunter Abramson ALL 3 Books in the Guardian Series Holly Chessman AMPLIFY: How to Grow Your Reputation ... Joannr Bischof Daughters of Northern Shores (Blackbird Mountain #2) Kacey McCallister When Life Gets You Down, Rise Up Dr. Len Kravitz HIIT Your Limit: High-Intensity Interval Training ... Robert Tucker The Revolutionist Hank Smith Living the Parables Catherine Lanigan Hers to Protect (Shores of Indian Lake #11) Home for Christmas (Shores of Indian Lake #12) Rhonda Gibb Hinrichsen Finding Anne de Bourgh Jennifer Moore Charlotte's Promise Elyse Douglas Daring Summer E. James Harrison Wrong Place, Wrong Time Sejal Badani The Storyteller's Secret Barbara Casey Velvalee Dickinson: The "Doll Woman" Spy Jessica Kate Love and Other Mistakes Claire McEwen Reunited with the Cowboy(Heroes of Shelter Creek #1) Elizabeth McKenna The Great Jewel Robbery: A Front Page Mystery Book 1 Jen Geigle Johnson A Lady's Maid by Janet W. Ferguson The Art of Rivers (Coastal Hearts #3) Jennifer Faye Her Christmas Pregnancy Surprise Ron DeFore Growing up in Disneyland Rand Bishop TREK: My Peace Pilgrimage in Search of a Kinder America Carol Ross Keeping Her Close Cathy McDavid The Cowboy's Christmas Baby (The Sweetheart Ranch #3) Sylvia Hornback Jeanne: A journey from abandonment and abuse to... Gaye Frances Willard Every Knee Shall Bow- A Christmas Collection -by Farah Oomerbhoy ALL the Firedrake Books! Christy Hayes Maybe It's You Anneka Walker Love in Disguise Dr. Bruce Betts Astronomy for Kids Sherry Ellis Bubba and Squirt's Big Dig to China Sunny May ALL the From Wild to Mild Series Walter Foster, Je. Books ALL his Children's Books ,,, THESE ARE JUST A FEW! These don't even include the fun 3 & Four Stars rated books! Nor ALL the Author's Books I;ve read before this year! THERE ARE SO MANY WONDERFUL, TALENTED AUTHORS! 
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Welcoming in the "Roaring 20's"!
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In this Hop, in ADDITION to MY Giveaways, there is also a TOUR-WIDE GIVEAWAY! This giveaway is for the HIGHLY RECOMMENDED, Non-Fiction, 'Millennial Samurai' by George J. Chanos. A "must Read" book for all individuals 16 years of age and older. In this Giveaway, there will be the choice of One PRINT (U.S. Only) or a Gifted Kindle (U.S. or Canada, Only) of the book, for 3 Winners! This giveaway ends February 22, 2020, midnight pacific time. Entries are accepted via Rafflecopter only. The Rafflecopter link for that one, is at the end of this posting! 
For this stop, I have THREE TERRIFIC BOOKS for one LUCKY U.S./Can. individual to WIN! These Authors, Publicists, and Publishers are all so generous! I do appreciate their willingness to provide a PRINT Copy of each of their books! FIRST, Newly released this month, is this uplifting new adult novel! Defiantly uplifting, Twenty is a warm and unforgettable novel—a reminder that hope finds a way to bloom, if we let it. 
Twenty by Debra Landwehr Engle
Paperback, 240 pages Expected publication: January 28th 2020 by Kensington ISBN: 1496723570 (ISBN13: 9781496723574) Synopsis: “ Along with naming me Marguerite after her favorite daisy, Mama gave me three things: Red hair that hasn’t faded. A love of nature. And a belief that somewhere between heaven and earth there is magic.” At age fifty-five, Meg’s life is too filled with loss for her to remember what magic feels like. When her daughter died, Meg’s marriage withered too. After her divorce, she found purpose in nursing her ailing mother. Now alone again, Meg has a yard brimming with plants that are wilting in the scorching Iowa summer—and a bone-deep feeling that she’s through with living. Meg has something else too: a bottle of mysterious pills, given to her years ago by an empathetic doctor. He promised that they would offer her mother a quick, painless death in exactly twenty days. Though her mother never needed them, Meg does. But a strange thing happens after Meg swallows the little green pearls . . . Now that she’s decided to leave this world, Meg is rediscovering the joy in it. She sheds everything she no longer needs—possessions, regrets, guilt—and reconnects with those she cares for. Finally confronting the depth of her grief, she’s learning that love runs deeper still. But is it too late to choose to stay? 
ABOUT the AUTHOR:
Debra Engle has been a storyteller all her life and has served as a publisher, editor, and writing mentor. She is the author of four non-fiction books, including the #1 bestselling The Only Little Prayer You Need (featuring a foreword by the Dalai Lama), Let Your Spirit Guides Speak and Be the Light that You Are. Deb has mentored hundreds of authors around the globe and helped many bring their books to completion. She and her husband Bob live in Madison County, Iowa, known for its famed covered bridges. Debra's links: Website | Twitter | Facebook | LinkedIn |
THIS NEXT BOOK, older YAs will find this equally interesting, along with the Adult population. It released in November of 2019, I just read/reviewed it this month! It's, as the promo staes, DA VINCI CODE meets TOMB RAIDER in this award-winning thriller that #1 NYT bestselling author James Rollins called, 'A book that defines "page-turner." 
Spain 1057: During a thunderous battle, the first King of Aragon wrestles Alexander the Great's priceless Egyptian weapon from the Moors, but finds it holds a terrifying and mysterious power. Nearly a thousand years later, on a fog-shrouded Napa Valley morning, gunshots and the sound of breaking glass rip through the silence. Maddy Marshall, an app designer with special martial-arts abilities, and her twin brother, Will Argones, quickly run toward the sound. Horrified, they discover a sniper has cut down two members of their family. Before the pool of blood on the living room floor is dry, their father sends the twins on a dangerous quest to recover Alexander's ancient weapon. Joined by a broad-shouldered friend who harbors a secret alliance with VanOps, an ultra-black covert agency, they soon discover the lethal sniper is from Russia. They follow time-worn clues from a medieval Spanish castle to a lost warren under the streets of Jerusalem, racing to unlock the secrets that will lead them to an arcane power—before a hostile state seizes the power and cripples the United States. To survive, they must go undercover and off-grid. No place is safe, a wrong move means death, and even a simple phone call is off limits. Because now, the sniper has his sights set on them. Amazon | Kobo | B & N | 
About Avanti Centrae:
International award-winning author who blends intrigue, history, science, and mystery into nonstop action thrillers. VanOps: The Lost Power took home a Genre Grand Prize at the Chanticleer International Book Awards, and an honorable mention at the Hollywood Book Festival. http://www.avanticentrae.com - First six chapters FREE! Sign up for special offers, giveaways and learn when the audio book is available!! Website | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | 
There is a New "Roaring 2020's" Children's Book That is Perfect for Upcoming Valentine's Day!
I Feel Loved (Series: My First Emotions )
This is a cute board book that helps little ones learn, explore & express emotions. Perfect for Valentine’s Day Features:
WebsiteINTRODUCING CLEVER PUBLISHING! Focusing on Pre-school and Edutainment, with a wide range of innovative formats with modern teaching techniques. Kids program includes products for all ages including box sets; board books; puzzle books; learning flash cards; interactive coloring, activity, and word play formats; and boards games for the entire family. Our dream team - more than 100 employees worldwide - have a comprehensive understanding and knowledge of children's books. With this expertise, we present products that are fun, entertaining, and vibrant. We are modern and educational and strive to always emphasize the importance of first experiences. We connect to the needs of busy parents and aim to enrich the time spent with their children. OUR MISSION IS TO CREATE A WONDERFUL WORLD OF BOOKS AND IDEAS FOR CHILDREN AND THEIR PARENTS! Website | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | Linkedin 
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Just Wait While I Enlighten You on What We Are Offering to ONE Lucky U.S./Can. Winner on My Site!! The First is a Young Child's Book, Offered By the Wonderful People at Clever Publishing! (Read on and I will tell you more)
Merry Mazes for the Holidays: Level 2 (Clever Mazes) by Clever Publishing, Inna Anikeeva (Illustrator)
Kids love to read, touch, and play while learning, so our program includes products for all ages including box sets; board books; puzzle books; learning flash cards; interactive coloring, activity, and word play formats; and boards games for the entire family. Our dream team - more than 100 employees worldwide - have a comprehensive understanding and knowledge of children's books. With this expertise, we present products that are fun, entertaining, and vibrant.
Kids love to read, touch, and play while learning, so our program includes products for all ages including box sets; board books; puzzle books; learning flash cards; interactive coloring, activity, and word play formats; and boards games for the entire family. Our dream team - more than 100 employees worldwide - have a comprehensive understanding and knowledge of children's books. With this expertise, we present products that are fun, entertaining, and vibrant.
We are modern and educational and strive to always emphasize the importance of first experiences. We connect to the needs of busy parents and aim to enrich the time spent with their children. Our goal is to make children - as well as their parents – happy! Follow links: Goodreads | Website | Twitter | Amazon (Holiday)
Do You Hate "Getting Into" a Book, Then Have to Wait Months or a Year or More for the Next one in the Series to come Out? Well I Have a REAL TREAT for You! This Author/Publisher is Offering Print Copies of the FIRST THREE Books in This Series!!
THE LAST NAMSARA (Iskari Series) by Kristen Ciccarelli Paperback: 448 pages | ISBN-10: 0062567993 | ISBN-13: 978-0062567994
Asha conquers each dragon and brings its head to the king, but no kill can free her from the shackles that await at home: her betrothal to the cruel commandant, a man who holds the truth about her nature in his palm. When she’s offered the chance to gain her freedom in exchange for the life of the most powerful dragon in Firgaard, she finds that there may be more truth to the ancient stories than she ever could have expected. With the help of a secret friend—a slave boy from her betrothed’s household—Asha must shed the layers of her Iskari bondage and open her heart to love, light, and a truth that has been kept from her. But Links: Amazon | 
THE CAGED QUEEN (Iskari series(Book #2) Kristen Ciccarelli
Publisher: HarperTeen (September 25, 2018) | Hardcover: 400 pages
Once there were two sisters born with a bond so strong that when they were angry, mirrors shattered, and when they were happy, flowers bloomed. Roa and Essie called it the hum, and it forged them together—until a terrible accident took Essie’s life and trapped her decaying soul in this world. Dax—the heir to Firgaard’s throne—was responsible for the accident. Roa swore to hate him forever. But eight years later he came begging for her help, determined to dethrone his father under whose oppressive reign Roa’s people suffered. Roa made Dax a deal: She’d give him the army he needed if he made her queen. Because only as queen could she save her people from Firgaard’s oppressive rule. Together, they won the war. But now Dax is proving to be an untrustworthy king, and Roa is struggling to stay ahead in Firgaard's treacherous political class. When an opportunit arises to vanquish this enemy and rescue her beloved sister, Roa must seize it. During the Relinquishing, when the spirits of the dead are said to return, she will have one chance to reclaim her sister for good. All she has to do is kill the king. Buy Link:AMAZON | 
THE SKY WEAVER (Iskari series (Book #3) Kristen Ciccarelli
At the end of one world, there always lies another. Safire, a soldier, knows her role in this world is to serve the King of Firgaard—helping to maintain the peace in her oft-troubled nation. Eris, a deadly pirate, has no such conviction. Known as the Death Dancer for her ability to evade even the most determined of pursuers, she possesses a superhuman power to move between worlds. When one can roam from dimension to dimension, can one ever be home? Can love and loyalty truly exist? Now Safire and Eris—sworn enemies—find themselves on a common mission: to find Asha, the last Namsara. From the port city of Darmoor to the fabled faraway Star Isles, their search and their stories become woven ever more tightly together as they discover the uncertain fate they’re hurtling towards may just be a shared one. In this world—and the next. Buy Links: Amazon | 
ABOUT the AUTHOR:
Kristen Ciccarelli is an internationally bestselling author of fantasy fiction. Her first novel, The Last Namsara, debuted on the UK’s Children & YA chart, was named one of Indigo’s Best Books for Teens, and has been translated into 12 languages. Before writing books for a living, Kristen was an artisanal baker, an indie bookseller, and a ceramic artist. She resides in a blustery seaside cove on Newfoundland's Northern Peninsula with her blacksmith and her rescue dog. Amazon Page | Website | 
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For my Blog's Giveaway I have FOUR OUTSTANDING CHILDREN"S BOOKS! The first three are directed at an elementary age/middle grade audience, but trust me....This is a series the whole family will enjoy!!
The fourth book is an adorably, entertaining storybook, ideal for entertaining young children - pre-school or early elementary age! Perfect for Storytime while parents are shopping or just to aid in the child's Holiday excitement!
Read what others have said about the talented writer, Sunny Weber, and her three books in the Wild to Mild series!
"Sunny Weber takes readers on a remarkable journey between two worlds as we follow the puppy, Kaya, struggle to live and grow with a family of coyotes, and then experience returning to her role as a dog living with people. In addition to exciting adventures, challenges, and drama experienced by Kaya, we also learn about the differences between the animals, and their very different relationships to people.
As a biologist that works with coyotes and dogs, I appreciate the creative way Sunny distinguishes the two animals in such an engaging story. Highly recommended for young readers interested in dogs, coyotes, and the world through their eyes." Stanley D. Gehrt, Professor of Wildlife Ecology, Extension Wildlife Specialist School of Environment and Natural Resources, Ohio State University
Although each book can easily be read as a "stand alone", the Author had GENEROUSLY offered to send all three books to the ONE LUCKY U.S./Can. Winner!
Book Details:
From Wild to Mild: A Dog in Two Worlds by Sunny Weber Category: Middle-Grade Fiction (Ages 8-12), 196 pages Genre: animals/pets | Content Rating: G Publisher: Pups & Purrs Press | Release date: August 23, 2019 Book Description: Eight-week-old Australian Shepherd Kaya is kidnapped by a nasty coyote to be food for his mate and puppies. Instead, the loving mother raises Kaya with her own pups. But as hard as she tries, Kaya can’t completely fit in—she can’t kill prey or stay awake for night hunts. Why can’t she make herself a true coyote? Constantly criticized by her coyote father, Kaya finds support in her new mother and siblings. She also figures out how to contribute through teamwork with her brother and sister. Trapped by a dog rescue, Kaya re-enters the human world and learns the differences between how dogs and coyotes live. When freed to roam again, does she return to her forest freedom—or remain with her farm family? Can Kaya forever straddle between the Wild and the Mild? Buy the Book: Amazon.com | Add to Goodreads 
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Hurricane Dog: A Tale of Betrayal, Redemption & Change by Sunny Weber Category: Middle-Grade Fiction (Ages 8-12), 221 pages Genre: animals/pets | Content Rating: G Publisher: Pups & Purrs Press | Release date: Aug 8, 2019 Book Description: Pit bull mix Gator and puppy mill survivor Magnolia are abandoned during a Louisiana hurricane. They suffer dehydration and starvation after rescuers take their people to safety but leave the pets behind. Saved from their flooded house, Gator and Magnolia recover but remain homeless. Nobody wants a pit bull. Gator’s resentment festers into intense hatred for Gavin, the boy who left them to die. He vows to never trust again. Transported to Colorado with other refugee pets, Gator and Magnolia face the uncertainty of a new life. Eventually they are fostered by a kind woman who seems mysteriously familiar. Both dogs relax in their new lives until upheaval again throws them into chaos. Overwhelmed by trauma, Gator and Magnolia cling to one another through change after change. Will they be separated? Will Gator forgive the Great Betrayal and love again? What will happen to pets and their people in the next natural disaster? Can Gavin change the rules of rescue? Will Gavin and Gator reunite? Buy the Book: Amazon.com | Add to Goodreads 
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The Dog at the Gate: How a Throwaway Dog Becomes Special by Sunny Weber Category: Middle-Grade Fiction (Ages 8-12), 246 pages Genre: animals/pets | Content Rating: G Publisher: Pups & Purrs Press | Release date: Oct 6, 2017 BOOK DESCRIPTION: Can a dog like Max go from years without a bath to unconditional love and acceptance? Or will his new family abandon him again? Puppy Max doesn’t have the easiest start in life. He faces hunger, living alone outside, a vicious dog next door, and menacing raccoons. Just when he thinks it can’t get any worse, he is abandoned at an animal shelter. Max is rescued and fostered in a home complete with canine companions - Miles, a benevolent fellow Australian Shepherd, and cantankerous, bossy little Muffin. He also lives with three cats, two parakeets, and one incredible mistress. Fans of classics like Black Beauty, Thomasina, and Beautiful Joe, which feature redemptive bonds between animals and people, will find The Dog at the Gate: How a Throwaway Dog Becomes Special offers a touching tale of love and triumph. Buy the Book: Amazon.com | Add to Goodreads
“The Dog at the Gate will help teach children to be kind to animals and learn that they have feelings.” - Temple Grandin, PhD - CO State University, Professor of Animal Science --Author of Bright Not Broken: Gifted Kids, ADHD, and Autism “This touching narrative, with its colorful characters and humane messaging. . .conveys a resonant message of empathy for mistreated and abandoned animals.” - Kirkus Reviews 
Meet the Author:
Sunny Weber has over 25 years of experience in animal welfare advocacy. She is a professional humane educator and believes compelling storytelling reflects her passion for seeing the world through the eyes of the animals she teaches about. Real stories are Sunny’s key to making deep impressions on young minds, for the future of animal welfare lies in sensitive people who will have the power to alter the negative impacts of previous generations and bring about positive change for all inhabitants of our planet. Sunny has developed educational programs regarding compassion, respect, and care of domestic and wild animals. She writes extensively on animal issues in fiction, non-fiction, and blogs. Sunny lives in Colorado with dogs and cats. Their yard is a Certified Backyard Habitat for birds, squirrels, rabbits, pollinators, and any other creature with fur or feathers who wanders in. Connect with the author: Website ~ Twitter ~ Facebook ~ Linked-In
Last, but certainly not the least, This is a delightful hard cover, lift-the-flap book for pre-school and early elementary age children. I have found Clever Publishing to be a quality, entertaining children's book publishing company. They have graciously agreed to provide this educational, fun book to ONE Lucky U.S./Can. Winner!
Happy Holliday, Pirates by Tatyana Koval
Book blurb: A special treasure for young readers who love to play as they read, this interactive lift-the-flap book features a crew of unexpectedly endearing pirate characters sure to entertain children and parents alike! ABOUT the AUTHOR: Tatyana Koval studied Economics at Moscow State Academy of Water Transport but later on in life discovered her true calling as a poet. Her first book of poems for children was published in 2006, and in 2017 she is an esteeming author of more than 300 books. Tatyana is one of the judges in the International 'Young poem readers' competition. She now lives and works in Moscow, Russia. Buy link: Amazon Links: Website | Facebook | Instagram
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I am truly grateful for so many blessings in my life! In spite of all the "issues" we have had these past three or four years, our blessings outweigh the negative. When I look around in public, watch the news, and listen to others, my problems do not seem as overwhelming as I often feel they are. I am SO GTAYEFUL to all of you who support my site. Words cannot express the humble gratitude I feel for each of you. For my stop, ONE LUCKY U.S./Can. WINNER will receive a wonderfully Illustrated hardcopy book of 'Songs of America' by Jon Meacham & Tim McGraw! 
Songs of America: Patriotism, Protest, and the Music That Made a Nation by Jon Meacham, Tim McGraw
289 pages | Published June 11th 2019 by Random House SYNOPSIS: A celebration of America and the music that inspired people and illuminated eras, from the Revolutionary War to the present, by Pulitzer Prize winner Jon Meacham and Grammy winner Tim McGraw. From "The Star Spangled Banner" to "Born in the U.S.A.," Jon Meacham and Tim McGraw take us on a journey through the eras and the music that helped to shape a nation. Meacham writes a celebration of the history and songs of the eras, and McGraw reflects on these songs as an artist and performer. Beginning with the battle hymns of the Revolution, and taking us through songs from the defining events of the Civil War, the two World Wars, the Great Depression, the Civil Rights movement, the Vietnam War, into the twenty-first century, Meacham and McGraw explore the songs that defined generations and the cultural and political climates that made them. The songs of America remind us where we've been, who we are—and what we can be.
Jon Meacham is a Pulitzer Prize-winning biographer. The author of the New York Times bestsellers Thomas Jefferson: The Art of Power, American Lion: Andrew Jackson in the White House, Franklin and Winston, and Destiny and Power: The American Odyssey of George Herbert Walker Bush, he is a distinguished visiting professor at Vanderbilt University, a contributing writer for The New York Times Book Review, and a fellow of the Society of American Historians. Meacham lives in Nashville with his wife and children.
Tim McGraw’s unparalleled career includes 43 number one radio singles, 16 number one albums and countless industry awards and accolades. His unique chart achievements include having three singles in the Top 20 of the radio charts on multiple occasions, as well as having two singles spend over 10 weeks at number one. His last solo project spawned one of the biggest hit singles of all-time, “Humble and Kind,” whose message continues to impact fans around the world including a Spanish version sung by McGraw. He has routinely been cited as one of the biggest touring artists in the history of country music. His latest single, “Thought About You” was the feature televised performance on the NFL Tailgate Party for Super Bowl LIII.
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For my STOP, I am offering 1 Children's Book; 1 YA Book & 1 Adult book to ONE Lucky WINNER!
Clever Publishng is generously furnishing this Children's Christmas Book (or another if preferred) This is a simple but FUN board book for toddlers.
Busy Christmas (Clever Wheels) Board book – October 15, 2019 by Clever Publishing , Rachael McLean (Illustrator)
About the Author
Clever Publishing was founded in 2010 with the purpose of changing children's lives for the better. We create a world full of fascinating experiences for families through our books, games, sets, and series. Focusing on Pre-school and Edutainment, we've developed a wide range of innovative formats with modern teaching techniques. Kids love to read, touch, and play while learning, so our program includes products for all ages including box sets; board books; puzzle books; learning flash cards; interactive coloring, activity, and word play formats; and boards games for the entire family. Our dream team - more than 100 employees worldwide - have a comprehensive understanding and knowledge of children's books. With this expertise, we present products that are fun, entertaining, and vibrant. We are modern and educational and strive to always emphasize the importance of first experiences. We connect to the needs of busy parents and aim to enrich the time spent with their children. Our goal is to make children - as well as their parents – happy! WEBSITE | Amazon Store Page | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | Linkedin Rachael McLean is a children's illustrator living in a lovely coastal town in Australia. Her illustrations can be found worldwide in beautiful kid's books and on pretty products, wall art, greeting cards, editorials and websites. Her work has been featured on popular design blogs such as Print and Pattern, Inside Out and Apartment Therapy, and in printed publications such as Uppercase, Babiekins and Frankie Magazine.
This is a wonderfully entertaining novel I recently read and posted on my blog. This is an adult book, but will be appealing to Young Adults, too! The author has graciously agreed to provide the lucky WINNER a FREE print copy!
Death Takes a Holiday at Pemberley: A Pride & Prejudice Romantic Fantasy by Kelly Miller
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Kelly Miller discovered her love of writing late in life, but has completed six full length novels. Her first published novel is "Death Takes a Holiday at Pemberley." Look for her second book from Meryton Press in early 2020, "Mr. Darcy's Perfect Match." Ms. Miller lives in Silicon Valley with her husband, daughter, and many pets. Amazon Author Page |Facebook | Goodreads | Website |
This is a Young Adult book which Adults will find entertaining, too! The Publicist has willingly agreed to send the WINNER a print copy. A thrilling tale of Greek Myths descending upon London Town. Read this wildly imaginative Paranormal Academy book! 
Myth Management: A Supernatural Academy Novel
by Alex Musson (Author), David Bussell (Editor)
BATTLE THE MONSTERS ~ SAVE THE WORLD ~ FILE THE PAPERWORK. For hundreds of years, the noble British bureaucracy of Myth Management has maintained the delicate balance between the human and mythological worlds – a thin tweed line between civilisation and chaos. Today, Emily Peasbridge—lanky, bookish and accident-prone—begins her academy internship at their HQ; a sprawling building wedged between dimensions. Here she must administrate creatures of myth and legend, match wits with ancient gods, and battle institutionalised sexism. But when an old enemy rises and mythical creatures begin infiltrating the human realm, it’s up to the academy's newest recruits to help them face their greatest challenge. So, keep calm, stiffen those upper lips, and put the kettle on, because you’re about to witness... mything in action! Buy Link: AMAZON 
Author bio:
Alex Musson was founder, editor, publisher, designer and lead writer on the cult British comedy magazine, Mustard – "Brilliantly funny!" BBC, "First class original humorous writing." Guardian, "Naughty, observant and very, very funny... made me laugh out loud on the tube." Daily Telegraph, "A dash of something special” Michael Palin. He was a stand-up comedian in London until children and the need to earn a living arrived at the same time; he is an information architect and enjoys producing user-friendly websites. Amazon Author Page | 
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 Thank you BookHounds.net for this Giveaway Hop! Below is a new YA Book, ideal for Halloween entertainment, anytime of the year!  Brayden's Darkness (Darkness Series Book 1)by S.L. Abbott 298 pages | Published August 1st 2019 by Boggs Publishing Book Details: Darkness... Evren has always been shy and kept to herself, but on the night of the bonfire, she does something unexpected. She sneaks out of her grandmother's cottage and runs straight into the dark forest. Uncontrollable Power... Cason finds her first. With his handsome appearance and confident demeanor, he is quick to catch her attention. A Deadly Secret... Then Brayden steps out of the shadows. With his mysterious eyes and devilish charm He is impossible for Evren to ignore. One Unbreakable Attraction... Evren quickly learns that the world around her is not as safe as she once thought. As she fights for her life, she questions who she can trust. Can she learn the truth before it’s too late? … Or will her affections lead to something even more dangerous…  About S L Abbott: S.L. Abbott was born and raised in Southern California, where still she currently lives with her husband and son. Although her son keeps her on her toes, she loves finding spare time to read. A few of her favorite books include: The Mortal Instrument Series by Cassandra Clare, Wicked Lovely by Melissa Marr, and Hush Hush by Becca Fitzpatrick. Amazon Page |  These Following books are not new releases but deserves a visit from potential readers. This first Adult series gets quite "steamy" so be aware before buying.  The Last True Vampire Collection: The Last True Vampire, The Warrior Vampire, The Dark Vampire by Kate Baxter Kindle Edition, 944 pages Published December 5th 2017 by Headline Eternal ***Warning, this gets quite "steamy". BOOK DETAILS: Enter the world of The Last True Vampire - deeply sensual, intensely emotional, and bursting with heart-stopping action. Perfect for fans of Bella Forrest, J.R. Ward, Nalini Singh, Lara Adrian and Larissa Ione. Centuries ago, the vampire race was almost destroyed. Now, salvation rests upon one - the last true vampire. He is the last of his race. King of the vampires. Michael Aristov roams the nightclubs of LA after dark, haunted by his past and driven by hunger. The sole Ancient One to survive the slayers' obliteration, only he can resurrect the vampire race. But he's unable to reclaim his world without the woman who can return his soul... Claire Thompson is mortal, yet her intoxicating blood draws Michael like a moth to the flame. Sassy and seductive, only she can satisfy his insatiable cravings, their first fiery kiss igniting an irrevocable passion. With the future of the vampire race now at stake, Claire has the power to seal Michael's fate - forever. The vicious war against the ancient race of the vampires continues in The Warrior Vampire . For hundreds of years, Ronan Daly has hungered to be turned into a vampire. Now his time has come he's ready to serve his king and resurrect the vampire race to glory. Naya Morales is no ordinary mortal, but part of a secret tribe dedicated to hunting down stolen magic. One fateful night, she's led to Ronan - a thief set to change the course of her fate for ever. The grave threat to the tortured race of vampires is greater than ever in The Dark Vampire. For centuries, Jenner has been plagued by the shadows of his past. Now, a newly-turned vampire, he stalks the night like a wild predator, unable to satisfy his insatiable desires. Until a beautiful vampire sets his soul on fire... Bria is pure innocence, hidden her whole life from a merciless enemy determined to hunt her down. When things become perilous, safety comes in the form of a fearsome bodyguard - Jenner. One fateful night, Bria is saved by her vampire protector and a blazing connection is sparked. But surrendering to the powerful call of passion means breaking free from the shackles of their pasts. And with the war against the slayers more savage than ever, they must fight to survive. For the vampire race depends on it. Craving more heart-pounding action and sensuality? The Last True Vampire series continues in The Untamed Vampire, The Lost Vampire and The Wicked Vampire.  ABOUT the AUTHOR: Kate Baxter is a die-hard romantic with a thing for Shakespeare. She lives in the great northwest where she hides away to write about all things fanged, furry, and undead. http://facebook.com/AuthorKateBaxter  This is a FUN "scary" book for Middle Grade and Young Adult.  The Spirit Trap Paperback – December 11, 2015by Veryan Williams-Wynn (Author)
When her grandmother's ashes along with a family portrait arrive at her home in England, fourteen-year-old Tatiana finds herself being tormented by supernatural forces. To free herself from the increasingly persistent hauntings, she has to find and release the ghost of an ancestor caught up in the terror of the French Revolution. With the aid of her cousin, Marcus, she sets out on a mission, which leads them through the dramas of present-day life in Paris and the frightening upheavals of Revolutionary France.  ABOUT the AUTHOR: My childhood, spent travelling the world in the wake of my military father, led to a somewhat eclectic and multinational education. This included a teutonic governess without a word of English, two years in a Lycée, a whole year up a mountain in Italy without school, two years at a blissful all girls school in Alexandria, Virginia USA before finally taking a strange assortment of GCSE’s with army NCO’s in Malta. Secretarial school in Singapore, taught mainly in Mandarin, which somehow I managed to pass. Then worked for a while as a model, before turning to a more exciting job flying light aircraft. I then married, took up shooting, hunting, sport parachuting and somewhere along the way managed to have four wonderful children before getting divorced. For many years I worked as a sensitive at the college of Psychic Studies in London and as a transpersonal psychology counsellor specialising in the interface between the psychic and the psychotic. I now write stories and work as an audio describer at the Theatre Royal Plymouth. I live on the edge of Dartmoor surrounded by sheep, highland cattle and Bluebell woods.  Finally, "little ones find enough in life "scary" so we will stick to a "Magical Jungle" book!  Brayden's Magical Jungle (Brayden's Magical Journey Series, #1) by Anita A. Caruso (Goodreads Author) Paperback, 34 pages | Published July 10th 2015 by Sdp Publishing ISBN: 0996434518 (ISBN13: 9780996434515) SYNOPSIS: Six-year-old Brayden loves playing with his stuffed animals. He dreams of living in the jungle with his animal friends. One day, Brayden finds a pair of green sunglasses while playing outside, and quickly discovers they are no ordinary sunglasses. As he puts them on, he is transported to a magical jungle! Author Anita A. Caruso takes young readers to the depths of a tropical land where adventure and excitement of the wild awaits! Brayden's Magical Jungle is the first in a series of Brayden's Magical Journey books with the promise of many more adventures to come. Watch for the second book, Brayden's Magical Carousel Horse, as Brayden rides on his playroom carousel horse and-with help from his magic glasses-finds himself on a real horse in the center of a three-ring circus!  About Anita A. Caruso: I was an Interior decorator for over 45 years Wrote articles on decorating for Cape Cod Digest magazine Was a member of Business and Professional Women's Club and was a finalist for Woman of the Year in 1975. Founded Investments Unlimited of Cape Cod in 1986 Member of the Cape Cod Writer's Center Named VIP Woman of the Year. 2013-2014, by the national Association of Professional Women, for outstanding dedication to my profession and the achievement of women I have a weekly writing group, Been meeting for 13 years. I'm a mother, grandmother and great grandmother. My Brayden's Magical Journey Books: "Brayden's Magical Jungle", "Brayden's Magical Carousel Horse", and "Brayden's Magical Jungle" won the 2018 Purple Dragonfly award in the picture books 5 and younger category. However Brayden is 6 years old in the book and it does go up to reader's age 7. The 4th book, "Brayden's Magical Pirate Ship Adventure" is at the publisher's now
 
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This first book is a YA Fantasy/Suspense novel.
Beasts of the Frozen Sun (Frozen Sun Saga #1)by Jill Criswell
Hardcover, 368 pages | Published August 6th 2019 by Blackstone ISBN{ 1982556277 (ISBN13: 9781982556273) SYNOPSIS: Every child of Glasnith learns the last words of Aillira, the god-gifted mortal whose doomed love affair sparked a war of gods and men, and Lira of clan Stone knows the story better than most. As a descendant of Aillira and god-gifted in her own right, she has the power to read people's souls, to see someone's true essence with only a touch of her hand. When a golden-haired warrior washes up on the shores of her homeland--one of the fearful marauders from the land of the Frozen Sun--Lira helps the wounded man instead of turning him in. After reading his soul, she realizes Reyker is different than his brethren who attack the coasts of Glasnith. He confides in her that he's been cursed with what his people call battle-madness, forced to fight for the warlord known as the Dragon, a powerful tyrant determined to reignite the ancient war that Aillira started. As Lira and Reyker form a bond forbidden by both their clans, the wrath of the Dragon falls upon them and all of Glasnith, and Lira finds herself facing the same tragic fate as her ancestor. The battle for Lira's life, for Reyker's soul, and for their peoples' freedom has only just begun.
Suspenseful Adult Author, Dave Edlund recently finished his Fifth book of the Peter Savage series!
Sleep can be an unsettling time for "little ones"!
Storytime: Little Chick and the Secret of Sleepby Malachy Doyle, Gill McLean (Illustrator
Hardcover, 24 pages | Published January 7th 2012 by QEB Publishing ISBN: 1609922328 (ISBN13: 9781609922320 SYNOPSIS: "What's the secret of sleep?" wonders a wide-awake Little Chick. With the bright moon by her side she sets sail on a journey of discovery, making many new friends along the way. Can they help her find the secret to a good night's sleep? A series of enchanting storybooks guaranteed to become firm family favorites at bedtime. Written by imaginative, award-winning children's authors. High-frequency words, patterned language, and rhyme. Charming, colorful illustrations make these storybooks appealing and collectable, and bring out the humour and warmth of each tale. Each book includes supporting notes for parents and teachers.
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For this Giveaway Hop, ONE LUCKY U.S./Can. WINNER wil receive his/her own Print copy of the Two Books Below! I, also, want to thank Author, Deserae Shepston, and The Adams Group for donating the books below. The first book is a Y/A Dystopian novel young adults and adults, alike, are sure to enjoy. "PRAISE!" A fresh take on a dystopian storyline, The Undoing is a page-turner with unforgettable characters and an intriguing plot that will keep you hooked from beginning to end. 
About Desserae K ShepstonDesserae K Shepston was born in Montana, but spent her formative years in Champaign, Illinois. She blames her birth place on her affinity for mountain environments. She has lived in Chicago, Garmisch, Germany, Austin, and now, everywhere North America.
Desserae received her undergraduate degree at the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign. She holds two Masters and a PhD from Texas State University. She left the stationary life and career behind for a life on the road in a 1993 RV, traveling North America with her best friend and four cats, and living her passion for travel and an outdoor life. She wrote her first book, Travel Cats: tips for beginning an rv journey with your feline family after working through the kinks of RV living with cats herself. Her children's book, The Adventures of Gatsby the Travel Cat in Mesa Verde was also inspired by her travels and her most adventuresome cat, really named Gatsby, who seems to have been born for road life. Desserae has also written a Young Adult Sci-Fi Dystopian novel, The Undoing. This book did not come from her travels, but was born purely from her imagination and a love of YA and Dystopian literature. Desserae Shepston'sAmazon Author Page 
The second book is a true story on one boy's experience with "bullying". 
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Book Title: Cowboy Joel and the Wild Wild West Category: Children | Release date: June 4, 2019 Available for review in: Hardcover | Page: 48 Content Rating: G SYNOPSIS: Cowboy Joel and Blackbeard find themselves face to face with El Maton, the most feared desperado in the West. When El Maton mocks him for the way he looks, Joel must confront his biggest fear; a tongue-slingin’ with the outlaw. Can Blackbeard convince Joel to do it? Will Joel find the courage? Note to Mom and Dad: Cowboy Joel will teach your child that it’s not always about punching the bully. It’s about being confident in who God made them to be, and using those truths to fight the battle in their mind 
Joel Gagnon's real-life story of being bullied made national news. Now, he's helping teach kids how to deal with their own "El Matons."
About the Gagnon family:
The Gagnon family is an atypical, hodgepodge mix of humanity. The entire family enjoyed writing this book, with each one contributing their own input. Every child in the family has their own special story, and every one faces their own unique challenges. Stacey, the mom of this bunch, also has a blog called Ransom for Israel. She presents an honest assessment of the orphan crisis and the desperate need for families willing to adopt. After the adoption of their youngest daughter, the Gagnons started a non-profit called Lost Sparrows. Lost Sparrows is dedicated to improving the lives of orphans and those with special needs through education, proper medical care, and adoption. Their current focus is in areas of Eastern Europe and Bulgaria. Follow the Authors: | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram 
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Featuring awesome books, PLUS, I am offering a $15. Amazon Gift Card to one Lucky International Winner!  First of all, I'd like to thank BookHounds.net for putting this Giveaway Hop together. It takes a lot of work and patience! I have read some outstanding books involving "Love in Bloom" lately. I highly recommend them. The 1st two are a great read for Young Adults and Adults, too. These are both outstanding authors and these books are among the best they have written.  Paperback: 218 pages | ISBN-10: 1524409332 | ISBN-13: 978-1524409333 Publisher: Covenant Communications (May 1, 2019)
 About Jennifer Moore: Jennifer Moore is a passionate reader and writer of all things romance due to the need to balance the rest of her world that includes a perpetually traveling husband and four active sons, who create heaps of laundry that is anything but romantic. Jennifer has a B.A. in Linguistics from the University of Utah and is a Guitar Hero champion. She lives in northern Utah with her family, but most of the time wishes she was aboard a British frigate during the age of sail. Amazon Author's page |  Finding Anne de Bourgh by Ronda Gibb Hinrichsen Paperback, 263 pages | ISBN13 9781524408336 Published May 1st 2019 by Covenant Communications SYNOPSIS: As heiress of Rosings Park, Anne de Bourgh’s health is of utmost importance to her mother, Lady Catherine de Bourgh. Thus, following the shock of a recent fire at Rosings Park, the young woman is spirited away to Brighton to take the cure. While her domineering mother is bent on healing her daughter’s sickly constitution to secure her a suitable match, Anne herself is far more concerned with sketching the flora and fauna of the lovely sea town. It is in pursuit of artistic inspiration among the flowers that Anne becomes acquainted with Mr. Owen Talbot, a charming man with whom Anne feels an immediate connection, notwithstanding their differing stations. But despite their growing esteem for one another, the couple faces an insurmountable problem: Lady Catherine has set her sights on a rich, well-connected man for her daughter, and Mr. Talbot is simply too common. With their love in jeopardy, the couple soon faces far graver problems. There has been a murder in Brighton, and Anne is innocently drawn into an amateur investigation that ultimately traces its roots to her own family. With a frightening foreshadowing regarding the de Bourghs, Anne begins to question whom she can truly trust.  About Ronda Gibb Hinrichsen: Award-winning author, Ronda Hinrichsen (also writing as Kathleen Marks) and her family own a small farm located between the beautiful Rocky Mountains and the Great Salt Lake where she regularly sees eagles, hawks, owls, and ducks. Lots of ducks. She is the author of independently and traditionally published non-fiction, romantic suspense and speculative books as well as numerous magazine articles and stories for children and Young Adults. Amazon Author Page | This last one is for the "Younger Crowd" with the things their "Love in Bloom" entails. This is a very cute, teaching series.  Alycat and the Friendship Friday (Alycat, #3)by Alysson Foti Bourque Hardcover, 38 pages | ISBN 1684019036 (ISBN13: 9781684019038) Published October 23rd 2018 by Mascot Books SYNOPSIS: It’s finally Friday, and Alycat is excited to go on a field trip with her friends. But when she doesn’t have anyone to sit with on the bus, Alycat feels left out. Can she use her creativity and imagination to help everyone feel included? Alycat and the Friendship Friday will teach readers that making new friends isn’t as scary as you might think.  ABOUT the AUTHOR: Alysson Foti Bourque is the multiple award-winning author of the Rhyme or Reason Travel series, and the Alycat series. Alysson received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Elementary Education from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, and a law degree from Southern University Law Center in Baton Rouge. After practicing law for six years, Alysson traded in writing trial briefs for writing children’s books. She believes there is an Alycat in all of us, encouraging our imaginations to guide us to new opportunities and adventures. Alysson has won 3 Mom’s Choice Awards for the Alycat series, a Benjamin Franklin Digital Award for her book, Alycat and the Thursday Dessert Day, and Best Book Award Finalist for Alycat and the Monday Blues. Author's Amazon Page |  GIVEAWAY DETAILS: ONE LUCKY WINNER WILL RECEIVE A $15. AMAZON GIFT CARD! Click on the Rafflecopter link below to enter! RAFFLECOPTER GIVEAWAY! Be sure to "Hop" over and enter these other fabulous site's Giveaways!
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Discover the inner systems of a dinosaur, one layer at a time!
Examine the fascinating body of a Triceratops, one layer at a time, with See Inside the Dinosaur. The innovative and interactive 3-D format allows kids to discover the inner workings of a dinosaur’s body with a transparent model that includes removable bones and organs. The detailed text and full-color illustrations in the 48-page book provide readers with an up-close look at how different types of dinosaurs survived in the prehistoric world. Also included is a stand-up cardboard model that provides the reader with a complete overview of a dinosaur’s body.
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Michael Bright is a writer and wildlife filmmaker. He has been an award-winning producer with the BBC Natural History Unit in Bristol, England, and has written nearly 80 books, over half for children. General titles include Sharks (Smithsonian Institution), Animal Language (Cornell University Press), Wild Caribbean (Yale University Press), Andes to Amazon: Wild South America (BBC), Beasts of the Field (Robson), Man-eaters (Robson), Natural History and Weather (Barron’s Pocket Fact Books), Where Land Meets the Sea (Reader’s Digest) and 100 Years of Wildlife (BBC). Children’s titles include: the Endangered and Extinct Animals series, Awesome series, Survival series, World About Us series and Project Wildlife series for Franklin Watts; titles in the Nature Watch series for Southwater/Lorenz, and Looking into Nature’s Secrets (Reader’s Digest). He has been a consultant editor and contributing writer on The Wildlife Year and Exploring the Secrets of Nature (Reader’s Digest), DK Animal Encyclopedia (Dorling Kindersley) and specialist consultant on Animal Top Ten series and Spot the Difference series (Heinemann). He was consultant editor and a contributing writer on 1001 Natural Wonders (Barron’s Educational), and a consultant for 3D Explorers: Rain Forest. Michael lives in Bristol, UK. 
This Fun Book Series,below, is for Middle Grade Aged female Students. It is a book in a fantasy setting, yet very informative... Generously donated by the P3 Agency and the Author.
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“The Maagy Series is the quintessential fantasy book series that focuses on the maturation of young girls to adult women. Princess Maagy begins as a spoiled, privileged brat who learns valuable lessons through wonderous adventures and the wisdom of those around her. Throughout each book, Maagy takes more steps toward her destiny and develops into an extraordinary young woman and warrior who will one day take on the mantle of queen. Following Maagy through these tumultuous stages offers perspective and guidance that young adults can relate to and enjoy. The Maagy Series provides an opportunity for readers to explore a new world, while also watching a character transform before their very eyes. This series captures the imagination and is perfect for readers of any age!” Buy Links: Just Maagy Book Website | Amazon| Barnes and Noble 
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Virginia Burton Stringer, is a critically acclaimed playwright and author of The Maagy Series. Ginny, as she is called by friends and family, grew up in Mathews, Virginia spending most of her childhood on her grandparent’s farm on the North River. Her days were filled with freedom to roam the acreage and interaction with the many animals including horses, cattle, chickens, and pigs (thus, the character Miss Trinny McBride!). Grandpa Kris and Grandma Polly are based on her grandparents, Robert S. Burton, Sr. and Bertha Miller Burton. Ginny attended Virginia Commonwealth University majoring in dramatic art. She enjoyed a brief career as a professional actor then turned to directing and eventually teaching high school drama. The idea for a novel series about an impetuous princess came to Ginny when she found herself with an “empty nest”. Virginia and husband Bill have a son and two daughters, as well as a grandson and two granddaughters. Her inspiration for her fiery Princess Maagy came from watching her little girls grow up and face the many struggles of adolescence. At the same time, son David was coping with two fiery princesses of his own. She began to reflect on the journey of her daughters, as well as her own journey into womanhood in a way that she had not before, and thus, Princess Maagy was born. The Maagy Series portrays a stubborn and somewhat unruly child growing into a strong, self-reliant woman as have her daughters. Her granddaughters are on the same path. “Our little princesses do become warriors. I want young girls to feel empowered by the changes in their minds and bodies as those turbulent hormones rage and drive them toward a new awakening in adulthood. I want them to know it’s okay to make mistakes, to be stubborn and determined, to negotiate for better things, and to set firm boundaries of their choosing. All young women are warriors in their own right.” FACEBOOK | Author Information | Instagram 
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The Enchanted Hour: The Miraculous Power of Reading Aloud in the Age of Distraction by Meghan Cox Gurdon
304 pages | Published January 15th 2019 by Harper A Wall Street Journal writer’s conversation-changing look at how reading aloud makes adults and children smarter, happier, healthier, more successful and more closely attached, even as technology pulls in the other direction. A miraculous alchemy occurs when one person reads to another, transforming the simple stuff of a book, a voice, and a bit of time into complex and powerful fuel for the heart, brain, and imagination. Grounded in the latest neuroscience and behavioral research, and drawing widely from literature, The Enchanted Hour explains the dazzling cognitive and social-emotional benefits that await children, whatever their class, nationality or family background. But it’s not just about bedtime stories for little kids: Reading aloud consoles, uplifts and invigorates at every age, deepening the intellectual lives and emotional well-being of teenagers and adults, too. Meghan Cox Gurdon argues that this ancient practice is a fast-working antidote to the fractured attention spans, atomized families and unfulfilling ephemera of the tech era, helping to replenish what our devices are leaching away. For everyone, reading aloud engages the mind in complex narratives; for children, it’s an irreplaceable gift that builds vocabulary, fosters imagination, and kindles a lifelong appreciation of language, stories and pictures. Bringing together the latest scientific research, practical tips, and reading recommendations, The Enchanted Hour will both charm and galvanize, inspiring readers to share this invaluable, life-altering tradition with the people they love most.
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About Meghan Cox Gurdon:
MEGHAN COX GURDON is an essayist, book critic, and former foreign correspondent who has been the Wall Street Journal's children's book reviewer since 2005. Her work has appeared widely, in publications such as the Washington Examiner, the Daily Telegraph, the Christian Science Monitor, the Washington Post, the San Francisco Chronicle, and National Review. A graduate of Bowdoin College, she lives in Bethesda, Maryland, with her husband, Hugo Gurdon, and their five children. Amazon Author Page | 
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Love Match by Jo Noelle
Can two people learn to trust again to make their marriage of convenience into a love match? With university behind him, Lord Gerard Morrow the Earl of Norham, is preparing for a grand tour to the future with a fellow time traveler. His first night home, he receives a summons from his father the Duke of Kyloe to come to Scotland or their family will be ruined. Lady Layla Colvin was roused from her sleep to marry the duke’s son as part of settling a gambling debt. Everything she looked forward to vanished with the words “I will.” She will never have a come-out, or a suitor, or a wedding dress—and apparently not a husband either. Two years later when Gerard walks back into her life, she runs the other way. How can she trust a man who abandoned her immediately after the vows were said? 
Gerard Morrow
No good news ever comes after midnight nor in a torrential rainstorm. Yet there Gerard Morrow, Earl Norham, stood in his long shirt and his mother in her wrapper, looking anything but a duchess, as their butler, Davies, accepted two letters from a rider. He waved the rider on to the kitchen door to get a hot cup of tea and await the family’s reply. Davies’ candle guttered from the breeze of closing the door, and the small group moved farther into the Great House. The butler lit two more candles and turned with the letters in hand, extending one to the Duchess Kyloe and the other to Gerard. “For you, Your Grace. And My Lord.” The notes were damp from the rain and Gerard’s mother held it with shaking hands before handing it to her son. “You read it.” She shoved the letter to Gerard and waited, muttering, “That man. Love him. I do, but he better not have gotten himself into trouble. Or worse. What’s worse though? Dead—that’s what. Oh, Gerard tell me he’s not dead.” His mother’s French accent deepened when she was anxious, and at this moment it was thick as clafoutis. There was no signature, but the stamp of the Duke of Kyloe in the wax from his father’s signet ring told him who it was from. Gerard read the note aloud to her, “Do not worry, my dearest Shamay. I’ll be home in a few days. It will all be settled then.” Gerard handed her the letter though she’d never learned to read—English or her native French. He knew things must be was bad. His father had only penned three sentences to try to reassure her. His mother stood beside him, her hands clutched to her chest. “What of the other letter?” she asked. Earl Norham separated the seal and unfolded the letter. His eyes scanned it quickly, without reading it aloud to his mother. Gerard, Do not read this to your mother. It is for your eyes—your ears only. Come to Scotland, now. Your future, your very life and mine depend upon your speed. Directions to Colvin Keep just over the border past Coldstream were included at the bottom of the letter. The Duchess’s hands grasped Gerard’s forearm, and her eyes pleaded to know what it said. “Father wants me to come where he is.” Gerard hoped that his voice sounded nonchalant. But something must have tipped off his mother. “Your Father needs you. Hurry. Change.” She pushed him toward the staircase. He had been home less than six hours and three of those had been in sleep, having traveled home today from university. His mind whirled, half irritation and half disbelief before he turned up the stairs. His father should have been here to welcome him instead of stirring up some kind of trouble for himself across the border. “Davies, send word to the stables to ready a good horse.” Within minutes, Gerard was dressed, draped in an oil coat, and on his horse, riding through November rain toward Scotland. Wind blew against his cheek and rain pelted his back. At least he wasn’t facing into the storm. What in the devil’s name is Father up to now?Gerard had been worried for a year now, too much gambling and drinking in public rooms. Mother tried to keep Father at home to lessen the whispers that inevitably started. Northumberland didsn’t have real society, but his reputation was tarnishing nevertheless. Gossip traveled even to him at Cambridge though London was several day’s travel. His horse trotted along the dark road, and his mind whirled about his future. Gerard just hoped that he could have a grand tour before everything fell completely apart—a year. He’d even be satisfied with six months before he had to come back to take over the responsibilities his father should be shouldering. From what he’d seen of the house in the short while he’d been there, it needed care. Upkeep and repairs lagged behind need. It seemed as if there were fewer servants than before, and the road was sorely unkempt. How much had his father lost? He sucked in a cold breath. Apparently, enough to cripple the estate. Four months then, if he couldn’t have a year. He could visit France and Spain. He’d save Italy for a trip in the future. It took several hours to get to Colvin Keep. Gerard’s eyes burned for want of sleep, and his legs were strained and weak from several days in the saddle prior to this fast flight over the border when he left his horse with the groom. The sun was turning the cloud-covered eastern sky a milky gray. Before Gerard could mount the stairs, the Duke of Kyloe burst through the front door. Relief tempered the worries Gerard had ridden with the last twenty miles. He looked over his father from head to toe. His health seemed good, no injuries, no illness. He didn’t even appear to be in his cups. He must have been sitting near a window, watching for his son’s arrival and quickly ushered him to the house. “Well done. The note arrived in good time, as did you,” his father said, pulling him out of his coat as the butler began to remove it. There was a cry upstairs before it was muffled behind a slammed door. It surprised Gerard more than startling him. The sound was more one of excitement than fear or pain. He supposed it could be insanity, but he hoped not. “Come now, I’ve a brandy for you and someone important to introduce you to.” His father lead him away. The house was quite awake as he walked through to a back parlor. Several maids rushed past with arms full, and there were candles burning all along the way. His father’s host must take country hours to the extreme for there to be so much commotion before sun up. When they entered the room a large man was sitting in a chair near the fire, otherwise, they were alone. His father cleared his voice loudly and said, “Charles, please allow me to introduce my son and heir, Lord Norham, Gerard Morrow. Gerard, this is the Marquess of Roxburgh.” The men exchanged greetings, then Gerard’s father commented to their host, “I haven’t spoken to him about our agreement yet, so if we could have a minute before meeting you in the chapel.” His voice trailed off with obvious expectation. “Good then, I’ll leave you to it.” Charles nodded, downed his drink, and left, leaving Gerard alone with his father. He stopped at the doorway, pulling a watch from his pocket. “This business must be concluded within the hour, or honoring our original arrangement will be expected.” Then he closed the door behind him. “The chapel?” Gerard looked toward his father. “And what agreement? Your letter made it sound like life and death. What have you done?” A scowl pulled on his lips. “You’ll want this,” he said, handing Gerard a glass of brandy. Gerard set the glass aside without taking a taste. “Out with it.” “I attended a card party of sorts at the seat of Lord Hume of Berwick. I was doing well, so I didn’t see trouble in allowing the stakes to rise.” “How much?” Gerard interrupted. He didn’t need to hear the details just the total of their losses. “Well, there’s an easy solution to it all.” “How much did you wager? Or should I say lose?” Gerard folded his arms. His father gazed out the window as his hand resting on the back of a chair trembled. Without looking at his son, he replied, “All of it. And more.” Several long moments passed before he turned toward his son and said, “We are ruined.” Gerard picked up the glass of brandy, downing it in one gulp. “Tell me I heard you wrong.” He slumped into the nearest seat. “You will still own the family seat at Norham Castle, pile of rocks that it be, and the land when it is passed to you, but you will likely still be paying off my debt into your own old age. I have lost more than I have or can even reasonably get if I were I to sell everything of value and double rents on the land for decades to come. Upon my death, I will leave you the title, the responsibilities, and abject poverty to go with it.” Gerard was silent for a long moment trying to calm down. He had to breathe slowly through his nose to maintain his composure. “Father, do I even want to know why we are meeting the marquess in the chapel?” Duke Kyloe sat heavily on a couch, dropping his head into his hands. “It’s the only way out. You’ve not heard him wrong. The marquess has made a generous offer—if you marry his daughter tonight, in moments really, the debt is dissolved.” Gerard shot to his feet as a cold flame passed through him. He backed away from his father. “I will not. I do no consent. I’m but twenty-three. Why would you tell a man I would marry his daughter in the middle of the night?” His father had truly wagered beyond all reason and sold Gerard’s life for the flip of a few cards. He wanted to run. To leave and never look back. Father had clearly lost his mind. He paced around, back and forth, trying to sort it out in his mind. “I leave in two days for my tour, it’s planned and arranged. James Cottrell is coming—he’s meeting me tomorrow at home.” “There’s plenty of time for all that, you’ll see.” The old duke shook his head. “It’s not up to you. I’m afraid, the bargain has been struck and accep—.” Gerard cut him off, “Father, no. You realize that we are already spread too thin as it is, since last time. What will you tell Mother?” He stepped closer to Gerard. “I’ll tell her nothing of this. You’ll marry this night and free me of all my debt to Charles, and by extension you too, or we will never recover.” If he gambled away what Gerard suspected he had, then it was true that Gerard would be heir of nothing but debt. Everything was lost. He raked his hands through his hair and continued his path, pacing the floor. Gerard owned nothing outside of the estate and only then upon inheritance. If it were only him, Gerard might allow his father to crumble beneath debt in his old age. But it would affect his mother greatly. I can’t put Maman though that.His shoulders slumped. Annoyance and sorrow twined together in his gut. He was defeated before this conversation began. “There really is no choice then. I’ll agree.” “Of course you will. There is a dowry, but it will not be transferred until you two are living agreeably together.” “Good. Then you can’t gamble away anything further while I’m gone. And I’m still going on my grand tour.” Not as grand as he’d hoped. Already he was calculating how long he could really be gone before his father was back up to no good at some Lord’s card table. “You’ll be a married man now, so behave yourself.” “Are you serious? I’m the only person in this conversation right now with integrity. I don’t think you need lecture me. A there are no worries there. I’m going with James.” “He hardly removes my worry,” his father replied. “You’ve known each other since you were on leading strings. And his reputation is worse than mine.” “Ha!” Gerard doubted that. “Nonetheless, he’s coming, and he’ll keep me straight.” “See that he does. We’ve never had a Duke of Kyloe that wasn’t madly in love with his wife.” “Please, you’ve already ensured that I’ll fail on that account. I’m marrying someone I’ve don’t know—never even seen.” “Marriage is easy. Apply yourself to her happiness, and you’ll both have it.” Marriage was easy? He wondered how easy all of this was for his mother. He wouldn’t have to worry about making this sham of a marriage work at the moment—that can come later—much, much later. Gerard wasn’t even going to be home. “I’m leaving after the ceremony and going on my tour the next day.” Gerard knew he had to travel from London on the full moon. “There was no other agreement beyond the marriage contract and settlement. You’re free to do so, and she will live at home with her parents for a time.” His father turned to leave the room, but Gerard caught his arm. “What’s her name?” “I hadn’t asked. We’ll hear it at the ceremony. At any rate, it will be Lady Morrow moments from now.” He drank the last of his cup and walked Gerard to the chapel to await his bride. 
Author Jo Noelle
Jo Noelle is a Colorado native but lived in several mountain states–Idaho, Utah, and California. She has two adult children and three small kids. She teaches teachers and students about reading and writing, grows freakishly large tomatoes, enjoys cooking (especially desserts,) builds furniture, sews beautiful dresses, and likes to go hiking in the nearby mountains. Oh, and by the way, she’s two people–a mother/daughter writing team. We write dessert romances–satisfyingly sweet, and you’ll want more. Website | Facebook | Twitter | Amazon | Goodreads | 
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$25 Amazon Gift Code or $25 in PayPal Cash Ends 2/7/19 Open only to those who can legally enter, receive and use an Amazon.com Gift Code or Paypal Cash. Winning Entry will be verified prior to prize being awarded. No purchase necessary. You must be 18 or older to enter or have your parent enter for you. The winner will be chosen by Rafflecopter and announced here as well as emailed and will have 48 hours to respond or a new winner may be chosen. This giveaway is in no way associated with Facebook, Twitter, Amazon, BookBub, Instagram, Rafflecopter or any other entity unless otherwise specified. The number of eligible entries received determines the odds of winning. This giveaway was organized by Kathy from I Am A Reader & Clean Wholesome Romance and is sponsored by the author. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED BY LAW. 
The Glamorous Life of a Mediocre Housewife by Crissy Sharp
Lotty Brooks’ days consist of avoiding thoughts of her failing marriage, changing diapers, and trying not to eat chocolate brioche for breakfast and lunch. However, everything changes when her perfect, lakeside Montana neighborhood begins bustling with crime and she seems to be the target. Jason Brooks wants to know what happened to the woman he married. Lotty’s a mere shell of her former self. When she becomes the focal point of neighborhood threats, and the town seems to question her innocence, he must decide how well he knows his wife. As Jason and Lotty try to get to the bottom of the threats and find those responsible, they’ll need to remember what they once loved about each other. Otherwise, they may lose everything and everyone they care about. 
“Had me caught up in the story and mystery of it very quickly. It’s been a long time since I found a book that was hard to put down, but this one was that way!”–Laura L.
“Fabulous, funny! Emotions and suspense abound!” –Julie C “This book kept me on the edge of my seat! I did not want to put it down and snuck in a few pages while at work (shhh don’t tell my boss!). This mystery/suspense novel has everything you could want – intrigue, a mystery to solve, romance, and even a scheming mother.” –StoreyBook Reviews 
It was his hideous cheval mirror that provoked Lotty. The pompous owls carved into the edges sneered at the bedroom as if they knew her and Jason’s marriage was falling apart. The crack in the top corner reminded her of everything that had gone wrong between them. She normally steered clear of the monstrosity, but today it caught her eye and she stopped right in front of it. Smack dab in the middle where she could see every stupid owl.
Somehow Jason’s mirror highlighted all her imperfections. Maybe it was the way he saw her now. She closed her eyes so she couldn’t see the stranger with slumped shoulders and tired eyes. She tried to think of herself as the confident, young mother she’d been, but the image dissolved before it ever came into view. Gone were the skinny jeans and heels. Now it was yoga pants and a muffin top. The bright-eyed Lotty Brooks was a distant memory. She missed the excited version of herself, the one who loved her husband and felt loved in return. The woman she’d become was a sad shell of her former self. Lotty turned away with a sigh and shoved the last bite of her breakfast pastry into her mouth, letting the gooey deliciousness numb her sadness. Who needed skinny jeans and heels in a world where chocolate brioche masqueraded as breakfast? Maybe she should resign herself to a life in pants with stretchy waistbands. She picked up Jason’s jacket from where he’d left it on the floor. Jason. Maybe what she needed to resign herself to was a life without him, but the thought tore at her heart It was his hideous cheval mirror that provoked Lotty. The pompous owls carved into the edges sneered at the bedroom as if they knew her and Jason’s marriage was falling apart. The crack in the top corner reminded her of everything that had gone wrong between them. She normally steered clear of the monstrosity, but today it caught her eye and she stopped right in front of it. Smack dab in the middle where she could see every stupid owl. Somehow Jason’s mirror highlighted all her imperfections. Maybe it was the way he saw her now. She closed her eyes so she couldn’t see the stranger with slumped shoulders and tired eyes. She tried to think of herself as the confident, young mother she’d been, but the image dissolved before it ever came into view. Gone were the skinny jeans and heels. Now it was yoga pants and a muffin top. The bright-eyed Lotty Brooks was a distant memory. She missed the excited version of herself, the one who loved her husband and felt loved in return. The woman she’d become was a sad shell of her former self. Lotty turned away with a sigh and shoved the last bite of her breakfast pastry into her mouth, letting the gooey deliciousness numb her sadness. Who needed skinny jeans and heels in a world where chocolate brioche masqueraded as breakfast? Maybe she should resign herself to a life in pants with stretchy waistbands. She picked up Jason’s jacket from where he’d left it on the floor. Jason. Maybe what she needed to resign herself to was a life without him, but the thought tore at her heart It was his hideous cheval mirror that provoked Lotty. The pompous owls carved into the edges sneered at the bedroom as if they knew her and Jason’s marriage was falling apart. The crack in the top corner reminded her of everything that had gone wrong between them. She normally steered clear of the monstrosity, but today it caught her eye and she stopped right in front of it. Smack dab in the middle where she could see every stupid owl. Somehow Jason’s mirror highlighted all her imperfections. Maybe it was the way he saw her now. She closed her eyes so she couldn’t see the stranger with slumped shoulders and tired eyes. She tried to think of herself as the confident, young mother she’d been, but the image dissolved before it ever came into view. Gone were the skinny jeans and heels. Now it was yoga pants and a muffin top. The bright-eyed Lotty Brooks was a distant memory. She missed the excited version of herself, the one who loved her husband and felt loved in return. The woman she’d become was a sad shell of her former self. Lotty turned away with a sigh and shoved the last bite of her breakfast pastry into her mouth, letting the gooey deliciousness numb her sadness. Who needed skinny jeans and heels in a world where chocolate brioche masqueraded as breakfast? Maybe she should resign herself to a life in pants with stretchy waistbands. She picked up Jason’s jacket from where he’d left it on the floor. Jason. Maybe what she needed to resign herself to was a life without him, but the thought tore at her heart It was his hideous cheval mirror that provoked Lotty. The pompous owls carved into the edges sneered at the bedroom as if they knew her and Jason’s marriage was falling apart. The crack in the top corner reminded her of everything that had gone wrong between them. She normally steered clear of the monstrosity, but today it caught her eye and she stopped right in front of it. Smack dab in the middle where she could see every stupid owl. Somehow Jason’s mirror highlighted all her imperfections. Maybe it was the way he saw her now. She closed her eyes so she couldn’t see the stranger with slumped shoulders and tired eyes. She tried to think of herself as the confident, young mother she’d been, but the image dissolved before it ever came into view. Gone were the skinny jeans and heels. Now it was yoga pants and a muffin top. The bright-eyed Lotty Brooks was a distant memory. She missed the excited version of herself, the one who loved her husband and felt loved in return. The woman she’d become was a sad shell of her former self. Lotty turned away with a sigh and shoved the last bite of her breakfast pastry into her mouth, letting the gooey deliciousness numb her sadness. Who needed skinny jeans and heels in a world where chocolate brioche masqueraded as breakfast? Maybe she should resign herself to a life in pants with stretchy waistbands. She picked up Jason’s jacket from where he’d left it on the floor. Jason. Maybe what she needed to resign herself to was a life without him, but the thought tore at her heart 
Author Crissy Sharp
Crissy Sharp has a special knack for avoiding cooking and cleaning so she can focus the hobbies she truly enjoys, like writing and running. Though she’ll always be a Montana girl at heart, she also loves Tennessee, where she currently lives with her husband and three children. Website | Amazon | Facebook | 
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$25 Amazon Gift Code or $25 in PayPal Cash Ends 2/6/19 Open only to those who can legally enter, receive and use an Amazon.com Gift Code or Paypal Cash. Winning Entry will be verified prior to prize being awarded. No purchase necessary. You must be 18 or older to enter or have your parent enter for you. The winner will be chosen by Rafflecopter and announced here as well as emailed and will have 48 hours to respond or a new winner may be chosen. This giveaway is in no way associated with Facebook, Twitter, Amazon, BookBub, Instagram, Rafflecopter or any other entity unless otherwise specified. The number of eligible entries received determines the odds of winning. This giveaway was organized by Kathy from I Am A Reader & Clean Wholesome Romance and is sponsored by the author. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED BY LAW. 
The Sweetest Spark by Liwen Y. Ho
He’s a fun-loving ice cream shop owner looking for more than a fling. She’s a straight-laced food critic too scared for love. Little did they know how much a foolish kiss would trigger an avalanche of emotions too great to contain. Colin Spark may not have the best track record when it comes to his career choices, but he’s loved the same woman since he was thirteen. His only obstacle to winning her heart is proving he’s ready to settle down—an impossible task now that his store is going out of business. Since her sister’s passing, Candy Connelly has survived by being in control and protecting her heart. There’s only one man she’s let her guard down with, but his unreliable past shakes her confidence in his future. Colin won’t give up pursuing his passion; Candy won’t give in to her attraction. That is until an accident brings all their unspoken issues to the surface and forces them to listen to their hearts. Will this incident be the spark that drives them apart for good or gives them their sweetest taste of romance yet? 
“I loved the chemistry and banter between Candy and Collin. Their escapades and experiences drew me into the story and their love and forgiveness stayed with me long after the last page.”
“Colin really is the sweetest Spark! He and Candy had such beautiful character arcs as they grew to trust God and each other more. The romance was tender and the Christian elements gentle and poignant. I found I could actually identify with parts of both of their personalities, and that make me cheer for each of them even more. The push-and-pull of their relationship was the richest of any Liwen Ho book I’ve read yet, and I’m already a fan. She just keeps getting better!” “The Sweetest Spark is a book where the characters just walk right into your heart-well, by book 3 of the Spark Brothers, you are invested in these lovable and fun people – uh… CHARACTERS (Characters in a book, NOT real people-yes, I know! Really!) Colin and Candy are wonderful characters BECAUSE of their issues that they work through… and discover that everything works when they work together. Isn’t that something that we would all benefit from learning!!! I am looking forward to the rest of the series!” 
Candy followed Abby as they headed back to their table, her heels clicking against the wooden floor, until a tall figure stepped in front of her. One whiff of the man’s musky cologne confirmed Colin’s presence, as did the warmth radiating from his body. Candy would’ve liked to wrap herself up in it, especially in this cold winter weather. Instead, she stepped back, careful not to make contact with the man who had a way of worming his way into her heart. “Excuse me,” she stated, trying to side step her way around him.
“Candy, can we talk?” Colin stood firmly, crossing his arms as if he meant business. “Please?” “Colin, that’s not a good idea.” Candy peered around him to look for Abby and see if she’d help her out of this situation. No luck though; her friend was long gone. So much for counting on her friend’s nosiness. She crossed her arms and peered up into Colin’s pleading eyes, then immediately dropped her gaze. It was best not to look directly into his eyes. That’s how she’d found herself letting down her guard around him. “I thought I made it clear; there’s no future for us. We’re too different. It would never work.” He stepped close, leaning his head down next to hers. His voice was husky when he spoke. “If that’s the case, I want you to tell it to me straight. Look me in the eyes and say there’s no future for us. Then I’ll let you go on your way and never bother you again.” “What? What difference does it make how I say it?” Candy turned her head to the side, away from his face. She stared at the intricate pattern of the tiles on the wall, anywhere but his eyes. For some people, sugar was their weakness; for her, it was Colin. 
Author Liwen Y. Ho
Liwen Y. Ho works as a chauffeur and referee by day (AKA being a stay at home mom) and an author by night. She writes sweet and inspirational contemporary romance infused with heart, humor, and a taste of home (her Asian roots). In her pre-author life, she received a Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Western Seminary, and she loves makeovers of all kinds, especially those of the heart and mind. She lives in the San Francisco Bay Area with her techie husband and their two children. Website | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Goodreads | Amazon Page | Newsletter | 
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$25 Amazon Gift Code or $25 in PayPal Cash Ends 2/5/19 Open only to those who can legally enter, receive and use an Amazon.com Gift Code or Paypal Cash. Winning Entry will be verified prior to prize being awarded. No purchase necessary. You must be 18 or older to enter or have your parent enter for you. The winner will be chosen by Rafflecopter and announced here as well as emailed and will have 48 hours to respond or a new winner may be chosen. This giveaway is in no way associated with Facebook, Twitter, Amazon, BookBub, Instagram, Rafflecopter or any other entity unless otherwise specified. The number of eligible entries received determines the odds of winning. This giveaway was organized by Kathy from I Am A Reader & Clean Wholesome Romance and is sponsored by the author. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED BY LAW. 
Forever Yours Clean Romance Event!
January 2019 During the month of January, we will be featuring 12 fabulous Authors who write clean romance! There will be $400 worth of Giveaways plus great deals on books! You are invited to join the fun, learn about these great authors & find your next favorite book! There will be FREE ebooks, awesome sales & great giveaways! Check out this great list of featured authors who are sponsoring this event!Jennie Goutet Liwen Y. Ho Crissy Sharp Jo Noelle Laurie Winter Sophia Summers Stephanie Fowers Lorin Grace Ranee S. ClarkRebecca Connolly Reina M. Williams Jess Heileman Never miss a giveaway, freebie or sale by signing up for Clean Wholesome Romance’s Reader Newsletter! Are you a blogger or reader who would be willing to post about this event on your blog or social media? Sign up here. Are you an author who writes clean romance? Learn more about CWR upcoming events here, or Sign up for my Author Newsletter.
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