Featured Author Interview: Julie Klassen

Julie Klassen is an American author of inspirational Regency romance novels. She is the winner of several Christy Awards and a Midwest Book Award.

Julie worked in publishing for sixteen years (first in advertising, then as a fiction editor) and now writes full time. Three of her books, The Maid of Fairbourne Hall, The Girl in the Gatehouse, and The Silent Governess have won the Christy Award for Historical Romance. The Maid of Fairbourne Hall and The Girl in the Gatehouse also won a Midwest Book Award and The Silent Governess was a finalist in Romance Writers of America's RITA awards.

Julie graduated from the University of Illinois and enjoys travel, research, BBC period dramas, long hikes, short naps, and coffee with friends. Julie and her husband have two sons and live near St. Paul, Minnesota.

The following is a December 2013 interview with Julie.

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ENTER THE GIVEAWAY
AT THE END OF THE INTERVIEW

Be in to win a copy of
The Dancing Master
by Julie Klassen

One print copy and one Kindle copy to be won

Contest open to entrants worldwide.

Contest runs from 20 December -  3 January NZDT

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December New Releases in Category Fiction

New Releases in Category Fiction for December 2013 include titles from Love Inspired, Love Inspired Suspense, Love Inspired Historical, and Heartsong Presents. 

The following blog post is a title listing with descriptions of each release.

PLUS! ENTER THE GIVEAWAY

Be in to win a copy of one of the following:
Christmas Cover-Up by Lynette Eason
Wilderness Peril by Elizabeth Goddard
The Lady's Hero by Carolyn R. Scheidies
The Professor's Heart by Laurie Alice Eakes
Home at Last by Anita Higman
Return of the Cowboy Doctor by Lacy Williams
Her Holiday Hero by Margaret Daley
The Lawman's Holiday Wish by Ruth Logan Herne


Simply comment at the end of the blog post on which titles you would love to read the most and you can enter the Rafflecopter draw. Contest entries close Tuesday December 31 NZDT.

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Featured Debut Novelist: Michael K. Reynolds

Michael K. Reynolds is the author of a series of Irish historical novels, and has more than two decades of experience in crafting fiction, non-fiction, journalism, copywriting and documentary production. 

Michael is the writer and producer of an Emmy and Telly award-winning series of documentaries, and has extensive experience in all levels of branding, web development, social media, public relations and advertising. He also has wide experience as a speaker and on-air personality and has been interviewed on a variety of newspapers, radio stations and television networks throughout the nation. He is active in marketplace, marriage, small group and men’s ministries as a leader and speaker. 

Michael earned his B.A. in Creative Writing from the University of California, San Diego and lives in Reno with his wife and three children.

The following is a December 2013 interview with Michael.

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ENTER THE GIVEAWAY 
AT THE END OF THE INTERVIEW

Be in to win a copy of 
Flight of the Earls, In Golden Splendor, or Songs of the Shenandoah
by Michael K. Reynolds

Two copies to be won - winner's choice - 1 USA winner, 1 international
Contest open to entrants worldwide.
Contest runs from 13-26 December NZDT

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A Closer Look: Quilts of Love Series

Quilts tell stories of love and loss, hope and faith, tradition and new beginnings. The Quilts of Love series focuses on the women who quilted all of these things into their family history. Featuring contemporary and historical romances as well as women's fiction and the occasional light mystery, you will be drawn into the endearing characters of this series and be touched by their stories.

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PLUS! ENTER THE GIVEAWAY

Comment on which titles are your favourites and be in to win a copy of one of the following:

The Christmas Quilt by Vannetta Chapman
Aloha Rose by Lisa Carter
Tempest's Course by Lynette Sowell

3 print copies of each to be won
Contest open to entrants in the USA only.
Contest runs from 9 - 15 December NZDT

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Featured Author Interview: Beth Wiseman

Beth Wiseman is the best-selling author of the Daughters of the Promise series and the Land of Canaan series.  Her books have held spots on the ECPA (Evangelical Christian Publishers Association) Bestseller List and the CBA (Christian Book Association) Bestseller List. 

She was a recipient of the prestigious Carol Award in 2011 and 2013, three-time winner of the Inspirational Readers Choice Award, INSPY Award winner, and recipient of the coveted HOLT Medallion.  Her first book in the Land of Canaan series--Seek Me With All Your Heart—was selected as the 2011 Women of Faith Book of the Year.  Beth is contracted with HarperCollins Christian Publishing into the year 2015, and she has completed twelve novels and seven novellas to date.

Beth has a deep affection for the Amish and their simpler way of life, and while she plans to continue writing Amish love stories, she is also branching out into other areas.

The following is a December 2013 interview with Beth.

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ENTER THE GIVEAWAY
AT THE END OF THE INTERVIEW

Be in to win a copy of
Plain Peace or An Amish Miracle 
by Beth Wiseman

One print copy of each to be won

Contest open to entrants in the USA only.

Contest runs from 6-19 December NZDT

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December New Releases in Christian Fiction

New Releases in Christian Fiction for December 2013 include all new releases from Tracie Peterson, Mary Connealy, Kathleen Y'Barbo, Gilbert Morris, Lynette Sowell, Ruth Reid and Sarah E. Ladd among many others.

Choose your December favourites and be in to win a new release title from one of these authors (with thanks to Abingdon Press & Thomas Nelson Publishers):

• Lynette Sowell
• Dorothy Love
• Sarah E. Ladd
• Ruth Reid
• Erin Healy
• Beth Wiseman, Ruth Reid & Mary Ellis
• William Sirls
• Suzanne Field
• Neta Jackson

See the end of the blog post for contest entry details. Contests end 15 December 2013 NZDT.

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Featured Debut Novelist: Lisa Carter

Lisa Carter is a writer, teacher, speaker and musician whose articles have appeared in FamilyFun, Thriving Family, MomSense and Christian Parenting Today. 

Carolina Reckoning, her debut novel, released in August 2013, but she was always the child who made up epic tales involving prairie schooners or interplanetary voyages for the neighborhood kids to re-enact during summer vacation.

Aloha Rose, part of the Quilts of Love series, released in November 2013, with her next novel Beneath a Navajo Moon following in March, 2014.

The following is a November 2013 interview with Lisa.

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ENTER THE GIVEAWAY 
AT THE END OF THE INTERVIEW

Be in to win a copy of 
Carolina Reckoning
by Lisa Carter

One print copy to be won

Contest open to entrants in the USA only.

Contest runs from 29 November - 12 December NZDT

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Featured Author Interview: James L. Rubart

James L. Rubart is the best-selling and Christy award winning author of, ROOMS, BOOK OF DAYS, THE CHAIR, SOUL’S GATE, and MEMORY’S DOOR. 

During the day he runs Barefoot Marketing which helps businesses and authors make more coin of the realm. In his free time he dirt bikes, hikes, golfs, takes photos, and occasionally does sleight of hand. No, he doesn’t sleep much. He lives with his amazing wife and teenage sons in the Pacific Northwest and still thinks he’s young enough to water ski like a madman.

The following is a November 2013 interview with James.

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ENTER THE GIVEAWAY 
AT THE END OF THE INTERVIEW

Be in to win a set of 
Soul's Gate and Memory's Door 
by James L. Rubart

One set to be won

Contest open to entrants in the USA only.

Contest runs from 22 November - 5 December NZDT

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November New Releases in Category Fiction

New Releases in Category Fiction for November 2013 include titles from Love Inspired, Love Inspired Suspense, Love Inspired Historical, and Heartsong Presents. 

The following blog post is a title listing with descriptions of each release.

PLUS! ENTER THE GIVEAWAYS

Be in to win a copy of one of the following:
The Doctor's Bride by Patty Smith Hall
Texas K-9 Unit Christmas by Shirlee McCoy & Terri Reed
Sleigh Bell Sweethearts by Teri Wilson
Rodeo Queen by Shannon Taylor Vannatter
Finally a Bride by Renee Ryan
Simply comment at the end of the blog post on which titles you would love to read the most and you can enter the Rafflecopter draws.
Contest entries close Saturday November 30 NZDT.

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Featured Debut Novelist: Lori Benton

Lori Benton was born and raised east of the Appalachian Mountains, surrounded by early American and family history going back to the 1600s. She is the author of Burning Sky, A Novel of the American Frontier. 

Lori's novels transport readers to the 18th century, where she brings to life the Colonial and early Federal periods of American history, creating a melting pot of characters drawn from both sides of a turbulent and shifting frontier, brought together in the bonds of God's transforming grace.

When she isn’t writing, reading, or researching 18th century history, Lori enjoys exploring the mountains with her husband – often scouring the brush for huckleberries, which overflow the freezer and find their way into her signature huckleberry lemon pound cake.

The following is a November 2013 interview with Lori. 

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ENTER THE GIVEAWAY 
AT THE END OF THE INTERVIEW

Be in to win a copy of 
Burning Sky 
by Lori Benton

One print copy to be won

Contest open to entrants in the USA only.

Contest runs from 15-28 November NZDT

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Featured Author Interview: Carrie Turansky

Carrie Turansky is the award-winning author of several inspirational romance novels and novellas, including the Edwardian Brides series. 

She has been a winner of the ACFW Carol Award, the International Digital Award, and the Crystal Globe Award. Carrie has been writing 1999, and has published several articles, short stories, devotions, and essays. Writing fiction, however, is her passion, and she’s thankful for the creative ideas and characters God has put into her mind and heart.

When she’s not writing Carrie enjoys spending time with her family, working outside in her flower gardens, cooking healthy meals for family and friends, or walking around the lake near her home.

The following is a November 2013 interview with Carrie.

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ENTER THE GIVEAWAY 
AT THE END OF THE INTERVIEW
Be in to win a copy of 
The Governess of Highland Hall (USA - print copy) or Surrendered Hearts (International - digital copy)
by Carrie Turansky

One copy of each to be won

Contest open to entrants worldwide.

Contest runs from 8-21 November NZDT

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November New Releases in Christian Fiction

New Releases in Christian Fiction for November 2013 include all new releases from MaryLu Tyndall, Steven James, Davis Bunn, Beth Wiseman and Christa Parrish among many others. 

Choose your November favourites and be in to win a new release title from one of these authors:
Murray Pura 
MaryLu Tyndall
Lisa Carter
Anita Higman
Jennifer Hudson Taylor
Kelly Eileen Hake
Kelly Eileen Hake, Tracey Bateman & Cathy Marie Hake
Wanda E. Brunstetter

See the end of the blog post for contest entry details. 
Contests end 15 November 2013 NZDT.

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Featured Author Interview: Dan Walsh

Dan Walsh is the award-winning author of several books, including The Discovery and The Reunion. A member of American Christian Fiction Writers, Dan served as a pastor for 25 years.

Dan writes contemporary and historical novels, mostly love stories and family-life dramas. He's been called “the Nicholas Sparks of Christian Fiction,” and often compared to Richard Paul Evans. His goal, whether writing historical or contemporary novels, is to create an entertaining and inspirational experience for his readers. He wants them to thoroughly enjoy themselves, while exploring together some of the themes in life that matter most.

Dan lives with his wife Cindi in the Daytona Beach area, where he's busy researching and writing his next novel.

The following is an October 2013 interview with Dan.

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ENTER THE GIVEAWAY 
AT THE END OF THE INTERVIEW

Be in to win a copy of 
The Dance or The Promise
by Dan Walsh & Gary Smalley

Three print copies to be won

Contest open to entrants in the USA, Canada, Australia and NZ only.

Contest runs from 25 October - 7 November NZDT

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October New Releases in Category Fiction

New Releases in Category Fiction for October 2013 include titles from Love Inspired, Love Inspired Suspense, Love Inspired Historical, and Heartsong Presents. 

The following blog post is a title listing with descriptions of each release.

PLUS!
ENTER THE GIVEAWAYS

Comment at the end of the blog post on which titles you would love to read the most and you can enter the Rafflecopter draws for a copy of Thread of Suspicion by Susan Sleeman, A Family for Christmas by Winnie Griggs, The Secret Princess by Rachelle McCalla, Taming the Rancher by Rhonda Gibson, or Big Sky Bachelor by Lesley Ann McDaniel.  

Contest entries close Thursday October 31 NZDT.

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Featured Debut Novelist: Keli Gwyn

Keli Gwyn writes stories that transport readers to the 1800s, where she brings historic towns to life, peoples them with colorful characters, and adds a hint of humor. 

A California native, Keli lives in the Gold Rush-era town of Placerville at the foot of the majestic Sierra Nevada Mountains. Her debut novel, A Bride Opens Shop in El Dorado, California, set in the heart of the Gold Country is currently available at all major booksellers.

When Keli’s fingers aren’t hovering over the keyboard of her newfangled laptop, she enjoys strolling past stately Victorian houses in her historic town, burying her nose in reference books as she unearths interesting facts to include in her stories, and interacting with other romance readers. Her favorite places to visit are her fictional worlds, historical museums, and the Coach Factory Outlet Store. Yes, she loves a fine purse.

The following is an October 2013 interview with Keli.

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ENTER THE GIVEAWAY 
AT THE END OF THE INTERVIEW
Be in to win a copy of either 
A Bride Opens Shop in El Dorado, California by Keli Gwyn
or Golden State Brides*
by Keli Gwyn & Erica Vetsch

Two copies - one print (USA) and one digital (international) - to be won

Contest open to entrants worldwide.

Contest runs from 18-31 October NZDT

*NB: Golden State Brides is a 2-in-1 title that includes A Bride Opens Shop in El Dorado California by Keli Gwyn as well as A Bride Sews with Love in Needles, California by Erica Vetsch

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