Sandra Ardoin and Free Books!

During the Nome, Alaska gold rush of 1900, a man with a tragic past sends for a sober-minded bride to help him raise his young nephews, but he receives a cheery and adventuresome woman who tests his determination to hold her at arm’s length.

Before we meet today's author, I want to announce that the winner of the free copy of The Sleuth's Dilemma, by Kimberly Rose Johnson, is:

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Congratulations! We'll get your book right out to you. I encourage readers to keep commenting and/or subscribe at right (above my list of books) in order to learn about new releases! U.S. subscribers are entered in the drawings a second time when they comment.

And now let's meet novelist Sandra Ardoin, author of the historical romance, A Love Most Worthy (Independently Published by Sandra Ardoin, February 2019).

As an author of heartwarming and award-winning historical romance, Sandra Ardoin engages readers with page-turning stories of love and faith. Her novel A Reluctant Melody won the 2016 Grace Award, and she’s been both encouraged and humbled by the responses to it and her novella, The Yuletide Angel. A Love Most Worthy is her third published book and is available in e-book on Amazon.

Rarely out of reach of a good read, Sandra is also an armchair sports enthusiast, country music listener, and seldom says no to eating out.

Please tell us one random thing we might not know about you.

When I was young and single, my motto was “Love me, love my horse,” because, hey, you didn’t get one without the other. I won’t mention how long I stayed single.

Well, I hope you stuck to your guns. Or, at least to your horse. I assume a good horse-loving man can be hard to find.

Please tell us a bit more about the plot of A Love Most Worthy.

Hallie Russell believes life should be lived to the fullest. For that reason, she sails to the gold rush town of Nome, Alaska to take her cousin’s place as the mail-order bride of a respected shopkeeper. But when her aloof husband’s wedding-night announcement rocks her plans for their marriage, Hallie sees her desire for a family to call her own vanish as quickly as the dreams of hopeful miners.

Tragedy led Rance Preston to repent of his rowdy ways and open a general store for the miners in Nome. He’s content in his bachelorhood, but his two orphaned nephews deserve a proper and serious-minded mother. Duped once by a vivacious female, he’s determined to never again let his heart overrule his head…until the high spirits of his new bride threaten his resolve.

When a misunderstanding comes to light, will they allow the gale force winds of insecurity to destroy what they each need most?

What is it about your lead characters that will make your readers care about them?

Hallie is spirited and embraces adventure, however, all she really wants is to be a cherished part of a family. Rance’s attitude reinforces the belief instilled by her father that she’s of no more value than the cook stove.

For Rance’s part, his past won’t allow him to trust his own judgment, and he won’t risk the safety of his nephews—again.

Who is one of your favorite fictional characters?

The one who sticks out to me is Bane from Elizabeth Camden’s Against the Tide. He’s a dangerous and mysterious prankster. I love that whenever he’s near Lydia’s desk, somehow, things get moved around. It drives the OCD heroine crazy.

What a fun personality conflict. 

What is the last novel you read that you would recommend?

I recently finished Nancy Mehl’s new novel, Mind Games. It’s different from the typical “romantic suspense” and had me guessing the whole way, taking various twists and turns. I’ve read a number of her books and, in my opinion, this is the best.

What are you working on now?

Right now, I’m working on a historical romance Christmas novella. I’m also developing a plan to release it in the fall as the prequel to a series of three additional novels.

Where else can readers find you online?

I hang out on my website at www.sandraardoin.com as well as on Facebook, Twitter, Goodreads, and Pinterest. Be sure to follow me on BookBub to get my new release alerts and my reading recommendations.

Readers, I also recommend that you become part of the Love and Faith in Fiction newsletter community to keep up to date on what I’m working on, along with fun tidbits and specials.

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Finally, what question would you like to ask my readers?

For discussion purposes, have you ever passed over a book because a hero or heroine had a name that really turned you off? How important are names to you when it comes to your interest in the character and the overall impression you have of him/her? (Sorry. That’s two questions.)

Thank you so much for having me on your blog today, Trish. What great questions! Readers, I look forward to interacting with you here today and other places online in the future. If you’re attending the Christian Fiction Reader’s Retreat in April, be sure to locate me and say hello.

Thank you, Sandra, for visiting and telling us about yourself and your book. Readers, Sandra has offered to give away a free e-copy of her novel. To enter, leave a comment and your email below in answer to Sandra's question, above. "Please enter me" won't get you entered. Remember that U.S. subscribers are entered an additional time in each drawing. The drawing is done by email, so leave your email address, like so: trish[at]trishperry[dot]com. 

Only United States residents are eligible for the drawing, but anyone can subscribe to the blog posts via the GDPA-compliant Feedblitz box above my list of books, at right.

Also readers, I'd love it if you'd connect with me on Facebook. Just click on my name at the right of today's post title.

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Annoying legal disclaimer: drawings void where prohibited; open only to U.S. residents; the odds of winning depend upon the number of participants. See full disclaimer, GDPA notice, and my Disclosure of Material Connection HERE

Kimberly Rose Johnson and Free Books!

Someone is threatening a high school English teacher, and Nancy Daley is determined to find out who is behind the threats.

Before we meet today's author, I want to announce that the winner of the free copy of my romantic comedy novel, Too Good to Be True, is:

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Congratulations! I'll get your book right out to you. I encourage readers to keep commenting and/or subscribe at right (above my list of books) in order to learn about new releases! U.S. subscribers are entered in the drawings a second time when they comment.

And now let's meet novelist Kimberly Rose Johnson, author of the romantic mystery novel, The Sleuth’s Dilemma (Mountain Brook Ink, February 2019).

Award winning author Kimberly Rose Johnson married her college sweetheart and lives in the Pacific Northwest. From a young child Kimberly has been an avid reader. That love of reading fostered a creative mind and led to her passion for writing. She especially loves romance and writes contemporary romance that warms the heart and feeds the soul.

Kimberly holds a degree in Behavioral Science from Northwest University in Kirkland, Washington, and is a member of American Christian Fiction Writers.

Please tell us one random thing we might not know about you.

At age ten I knocked myself out by doing a death drop on the bars at school.

Ah, the joys of being a "tom-boy." I remember the face plant I did in the process of learning the death drop. We're lucky we didn't break our faces, aren't we?

Please tell us a bit more about the plot of The Sleuth's Dilemma.

Anna loves her job as a high school English teacher until everything goes sideways. The one bright spot in her life is Titus Gains, the school counselor, who is there for her at every turn.

Titus’ boss complicates his ordered world when she tasks him with running a meeting that changes everything. How had he not noticed Anna earlier? Someone is out to destroy her, and he can’t let that happen.

As the head of the English department, part of Luke Harms’ job is to make sure everything runs smoothly. Things went haywire when Anna was put in charge of the big writing contest. Entries are missing, Anna appears to be in danger, and her job is on the line. Luke is investigating and wants to make things right for this woman he’s starting to care about.

Can a trio of school officials along with Nancy Daley, the town sleuth, stop the saboteur before it’s too late? And will Anna choose the right man, or lose them both?

Plenty of intrigue in that one!

What is it about Nancy Daley that will make your readers care about her?

Nancy loves a good mystery, and she loves to help the people in her life. Sometimes that means doing crazy things, which put her in harms way. She also is the town’s librarian and loves books so much so that she takes on some of the vocabulary from whichever book she is reading.

What is the last novel you read that you would recommend?

Believe it or not Trish, I just finished reading one of your books. Together by Design captivated me from the opening line. I don’t usually read books fast, but I did with this one.

I'm flattered, Kimberly! I'm so glad you enjoyed Elena's story. She certainly has her hands full.

What are you working on now?

I am currently writing the final book in the Librarian Sleuth Series. It’s set to release in November of 2019.

We'll definitely have to have you back to feature it.

Where else can readers find you online?

You can access all my social media outlets and subscribe to my newsletter from the homepage of my website. kimberlyrjohnson.com. I recently joined Instagram so that link is not there. My handle is kimberlyrosejohnsonauthor.

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Finally, what question would you like to ask my readers?

Have you ever solved a real life mystery? If so please tell us about it.

Ooo, I like that one!

Thank you, Kimberly, for visiting and telling us about yourself and your book. Readers, Kimberly has offered to give away a free e-copy of her novel. To enter, leave a comment and your email below in answer to Kimberly's question, above. "Please enter me" won't get you entered. Remember that U.S. subscribers are entered an additional time in each drawing. The drawing is done by email, so leave your email address, like so: trish[at]trishperry[dot]com. 

Only United States residents are eligible for the drawing, but anyone can subscribe to the blog posts via the GDPA-compliant Feedblitz box above my list of books, at right.

Also readers, I'd love it if you'd connect with me on Facebook. Just click on my name at the right of today's post title.

Remember, if you'd like information on additional new releases, check out Christian Book Heaven, an email newsletter for Christian book deals in whatever genres you select. You can subscribe here: ChristianBookHeaven

Annoying legal disclaimer: drawings void where prohibited; open only to U.S. residents; the odds of winning depend upon the number of participants. See full disclaimer, GDPA notice, and my Disclosure of Material Connection HERE

Too Good to Be True Book Give-Away!

Could he really be as perfect as he seems?

Today I want to celebrate the recent release of the e-book version of my romantic comedy novel, Too Good to Be True, by giving away a copy. But first, I want to announce that the winner of the free copy of Mending Fences, by Suzanne Fisher, is:

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Congratulations! I'll email you for your snail mail address, and (assuming you're a U.S. resident) we'll get your book right out to you. I encourage readers to keep commenting and/or subscribe at right (above my list of books) in order to learn about new releases! U.S. subscribers are entered in the drawings a second time when they comment.

And now let me share with you the write-up on this week's feature, Too Good to Be True:

Trish Perry, author of the charming novel The Guy I’m Not Dating, follows up with a contemporary, humorous tale of how love and life unfold in surprising ways.

Rennie Young, heroine of Too Good to Be True, meets the gallant Truman Sayers after she faints in the boys’ department of the local super store. Despite this unromantic introduction, Tru Sayers, a handsome young labor–and–delivery nurse, seems like a gift from God. But a recent divorce and other life disappointments cause Ren to question whether she can trust her heart and God.

This clever novel encourages readers to lean on God’s leading and to be open to life after the hurt—even when it seems too good to be true.

The e-book can be purchased online via the following link:



Soon I'll be releasing the e-book version of the book that follows Too Good to Be True, titled Beach Dreams. I'll do a give-away of that book, as well, so do watch for that! The book focuses on the romantic relationship that develops between two of the characters who were pivotal in the stories of The Guy I'm Not Dating and Too Good to Be True, Tiffany LeBoeuf (former bad girl) and Jeremy Beckett (funny, romantic Brit). The write-up:

Tiffany LeBoeuf recently lost her mother to cancer. Still grieving, Tiffany seeks rest for her body and soul at a cozy beach house in San Diego. A scheduling mix–up causes a double booking, and Tiffany ends up sharing the house with a woman named Eve. When Eve’s boyfriend, Jeremy, arrives to surprise Eve, he’s surprised to see Tiffany as well. He settles in at the beach house next door, and what happens after that surprises them all.

A fun, contemporary romance about how God uses even our mistakes to bring about His divine purposes. Beach Dreams is the perfect get–away read.

If you'd like to be entered in the drawing for Too Good to Be True, answer the following question. What are you thoughts these days about romantic comedy novels? Do you enjoy the break from more serious reads, or do you find yourself only choosing novels that are completely serious in nature?

As I mentioned above, I plan to give away a free e-copy of Too Good to Be True. To enter, leave a comment and your email below in answer to my question, above. "Please enter me" won't get you entered. Remember that U.S. subscribers are entered an additional time in each drawing. The drawing is done by email, so leave your email address, like so: trish[at]trishperry[dot]com. 

Only United States residents are eligible for the drawing, but anyone can subscribe to the blog posts via the GDPA-compliant Feedblitz box above my list of books, at right.

Also readers, I'd love it if you'd connect with me on Facebook. Just click on my name at the right of today's post title.

Remember, if you'd like information on additional new releases, check out Christian Book Heaven, an email newsletter for Christian book deals in whatever genres you select. You can subscribe here: ChristianBookHeaven

Annoying legal disclaimer: drawings void where prohibited; open only to U.S. residents; the odds of winning depend upon the number of participants. See full disclaimer, GDPA notice, and my Disclosure of Material Connection HERE

Suzanne Fisher and Free Books!

In Mending Fences, Luke Schrock is back in Stoney Ridge from a stint in rehab (or two or three), hoping for a quick fix with those he hurt…until he discovers that making true amends is much more than a quick fix.

Before we meet today's author, I want to announce that the winner of the free copy of The Other Neighbor, by Gail Sattler, is:

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Congratulations! We'll get your book right out to you. I encourage readers to keep commenting and/or subscribe at right (above my list of books) in order to learn about new releases! U.S. subscribers are entered in the drawings a second time when they comment.

And now let's meet novelist Suzanne Fisher, author of the contemporary romance novel, Mending Fences, Revell Books, releasing February 5, 2019.

Carol award winner Suzanne Woods Fisher writes stories that take you to places you’ve never visited—with characters that seem like old friends. But most of all, her books give you something to think about long after you’ve finished reading them.

With over one million copies of her books sold worldwide, Suzanne is the best-selling author of more than thirty books, ranging from non-fiction books, to children’s books, to novels.

She lives with her very big family in northern California.

Please tell us one random thing we might not know about you.

I play tennis. A lot! I just love the game—for exercise, for sport, mostly for fun. A much elderly woman (who beat me, as I recall) gave me this advice about tennis: “Never stop.”

My daughter and son-in-law are addicted to playing. It keeps them in great shape.

Please tell us a bit more about the plot of Mending Fences.

In the last year, Luke Schrock has been in and out of rehab three times, but now he’s back to stay. He’s returning to the Amish community of Stoney Ridge to seek forgiveness, one by one, from those he’s hurt through his behavior. In a way, for the Amish, that’s the easy part. The Amish community forgives him, but they don’t trust him. Especially Izzy Miller, a girl who’s savvy to a guy like Luke Schrock.

But Deacon Amos Lapp and Bishop David Stoltzfus insist that Luke not stop there. He must also ask each person how his harmful behavior affected them. That’s where things get sticky. Not a comfortable assignment! And yet it has remarkable, life changing consequences—for Luke and for others.

What is it about Luke that will make your readers care about him?

Luke Schrock is the most exasperating, impossible person in the little Amish church in Stoney Ridge. Handsome, charming, irascible, clueless. All that, but even more frustrating…he’s hard to stay mad at.

Who is one of your favorite fictional characters?

Atticus Finch in To Kill a Mockingbird. Such a noble man!

Oh, yes. Loved him in the book, and loved how Gregory Peck portrayed him in the film.

What is the last novel you read that you would recommend?

Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine by Gail Honeyman. It’s a curious tale of healing, with many moments of redemption.

What are you working on now?

On a Summer Tide, book 1 in the ‘Three Sisters Island’ series—releasing in mid April. You might be surprised to learn that it’s neither Quaker nor Amish. But it is a charming community, set on a remote island in Maine. The town is in great decline and a retired dad has bought it, named it for his three daughters, with hopes to bring his scattered family back together.

Sounds great. We'll have to have you back after it releases.

Where else can readers find you online?

I love to hear from readers and try to respond within 24 hours. Here’s my website: www.suzannewoodsfisher.com. Facebook and Instagram are good, too. My handle on instagram: suzannewoodsfisher

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Finally, what question would you like to ask my readers?

Think of the last library book you put on hold. Why did you want to check it out? What drew you to it that made it worth the wait?

And thank you, readers of Trish Perry, for taking the time to learn about an author who might be new to you! I appreciate it more than you might think.

Thank you, Suzanne, for visiting and telling us about yourself and your book. Readers, Suzanne has offered to give away free copy of her novel. To enter, leave a comment and your email below in answer to Suzanne's question, above. "Please enter me" won't get you entered. Remember that U.S. subscribers are entered an additional time in each drawing. The drawing is done by email, so leave your email address, like so: trish[at]trishperry[dot]com. 

Only United States residents are eligible for the drawing, but anyone can subscribe to the blog posts via the GDPA-compliant Feedblitz box above my list of books, at right.

Also readers, I'd love it if you'd connect with me on Facebook. Just click on my name at the right of today's post title.

Remember, if you'd like information on additional new releases, check out Christian Book Heaven, an email newsletter for Christian book deals in whatever genres you select. You can subscribe here: ChristianBookHeaven

Annoying legal disclaimer: drawings void where prohibited; open only to U.S. residents; the odds of winning depend upon the number of participants. See full disclaimer, GDPA notice, and my Disclosure of Material Connection HERE