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Box Number 2 Giveaway

Hi Friends,

I'm doing some Spring cleaning on my book shelves.  I need to make room for new books and am making myself get rid of some books.  You are the lucky recipients!  Here is a random set of books that I have decided to pass on and share with you!

RULES FOR ENTERING:

a. Post a comment to the posts of the books you'd like to win. List which books you would like to be entered for.  You can enter for as many of the books as you would like.

b. Enter on or before April 10. Winners will be drawn on April 11. Claim your prize, if you win, within 10 days of being notified or I will redraw. (In other words, let me know you want the book and where it should be sent, should you find out your name was drawn.

c. Check back for the next giveaway!

By the way, I have read and enjoyed all these books and I hope you will too! The books are:

1. The Fall of Candy Corn by Debbie Viguie

Description:

Halloween time at The Zone means monsters, mazes, and plenty of candy corn. Candace is shy about telling friends at church that she's working as a maze monster. However, when she discovers her youth group has planned an outing to the park, her embarrassment quickly turns to stage fright!
Will Candace survive the shift from cotton candy to candy corn? Fall is in the air, and without completely knowing why, Candace Thompson has signed up to continue what was supposed to be a short-term summer job at the local theme park. Working with Kurt doesn't hurt, but a surprising kink involving her youth group, as well as the shock of an unexpected setback, threaten to be more painful. Candace's autumn holds as many surprises as her summer as her rousing romp through the seasons continues.

2. Lying on Sunday by Sharon Souza

Description:

When your husband dies of a heart attack in another woman's bed---and then posthumously files for divorce---you've got two choices: crumble in despair or set off to find a new life. Abbie Torrington does both! Will the love of family and friends be enough to keep her strong in the days ahead?

3. The Oak Leaves by Maureen Lang

Description:

A beautiful young son, a devoted husband, a successful life; Talie Ingram has it all. When Talie comes across the journal of a nineteenth century ancestor, though, it seems as though the perfect life her family has lead may come to an end.

Written in the journal are tales of the family being cursed with feebleminded offspring. Talie decides to ignore the journal, burying it back to the recesses of the past. However, when her son begins showing sign of developmental delay, Talie must reexamine the legacy that she has passed onto her son, and make peace with the unborn child that she is carrying.  

4. The Ultimate Gift by Rene Gutteridge

Description:

Spoiled Jason Stevens expects to inherit millions when his wealthy grandfather dies. Instead, the will requires him to complete 12 monthly tasks before receiving a dime. Can he rise to meet this beyond-the-grave challenge? Follow Jason on a yearlong journey that leads him to the last thing he ever expected! (this is for the book, not the DVD)

5. Unpretty by Sharon Carter Rogers

Description:

When a madman detonates a bomb in a West Virginia art gallery, Hummingbird Collins is the only witness. Now he's stalking her. Teaming up with Detective Buck Barnes, she learns that this criminal is the leader of a sadistic cult seeking to rid the world of "unpretty" things. Will Hummingbird be his next victim?

6. The Summer the Wind Whispered My Name by Don Locke

Description:

In the summer of 1960, life's idyllic for 8-year-old paperboy Davy Connors. But when a new family moves to the neighborhood, racial prejudice ignites---even threatening Davy's relationship with his father. A riveting story of family, friendship, and the fears that divide.

7. The Way of Women by Lauraine Snelling

Description:

On the verge of Mt. St. Helens’ historic eruption, three women must face the mountain: two to search for their missing husbands; the third, to rediscover her life…

After a local mountain becomes a deadly and imminent threat, three strikingly different women become linked in a desperate mission.

Children’s author Katherine Sommers is searching for her depressed husband, David, and their son Brian, camping together on Mt. St. Helens’ tumultuous north slope. Mellie Sedor seeks her husband, Daniel, who has taken a logging job to pay for their daughter’s chemotherapy. Fashion photographer Jen Stockton joins Cowlitz County Sheriff Frank McKenzie, himself the victim of a brutal loss, in his quest to evacuate the awakening volcano.

Jen came to the mountain in an effort to recover the peace she experienced as a child. Instead, she finds destruction and heroism, tragedy and friendship.

When women work together, they can face even the unthinkable.

8. The Wedding Caper and Gone with the Groom by Janice A. Thompson

Description:

When a $25,000 night deposit mysteriously disappears from the Clark County Savings and Loan, Annie Peterson, has reason to be concerned and to assume the role of amateur sleuth. Her husband's job at the bank makes him a potential suspect, but knowing him to be a godly man, she can't imagine it. Then again, there is that matter of the weddings to factor in. Twin daughters Brandi and Candy have just received proposals and two weddings are pending. Sure, Warren occasionally jokes about robbing the bank to pay for the ceremonies, but Annie knows him better than that. . .doesn't she?

Gone with the Groom description:

The best laid plans of brides and men go awry when Annie Peterson's future son-in-law Scott disappears. Have pre-wedding jitters caused Brandi's fianci to take flight, or are more sinister forces at work? Surely Annie can solve the riddle. But who could be behind this apparent kidnapping caper? Maybe the drug company Scott works for has hidden motives. Perhaps it's the handiwork of Otis, Scott's deceitful dad. But then again it could be the shady wedding photographer, or the "political enemies" of Scott's mother. Will Annie solve the mystery and recover the missing groom, or will she suffer "regrets only"?

9. The Month of Summer by Lisa Wingate

Description:

Rebecca Macklin returns home when her aging father is found wandering the streets alone and his wife becomes ill. When Hanna Beth Parker hears of her estranged stepdaughter's arrival, she realizes that the last person she'd ever ask for help is the only one she can count on. A story of betrayal---and forgiveness!

10. Sinner by Ted Dekker

Description:

Sinner is the story of Marsuvees Black, a force of raw evil who speaks with wicked persuasion that is far more destructive than swords or guns. Beware all who stand in his way. It's also the story of Billy Rediger and Darcy Lange, two unsuspecting survivors of a research project gone bad, who discover that they are perhaps the two most powerful souls in the land. Listen to them or pay a terrible price.

11. The Shack by William Young

 

 

 

Description:

"Mack" Philips took his three children on a family camping trip while his wife visited her sister. Just as they were about to leave the campsite, the two older kids decided to take a last canoe ride before heading home. As their canoe overturned, and Mack went to help them, his back was turned and the unspeakable happened. Mack's youngest daughter,Missy, was abducted by a known child predator. After a massive search, evidence of Missy showed up at an abandoned cabin. Although they never found her body, everyone knew the worst had happened. For the next four years "a great sadness" fell over Mack and his family, until a note from God showed up in his mailbox. What happens next will move you to a greater understanding of God's unfailing love for us all.

12. Too Good to be True by Trish Perry

Description:

Brokenhearted Rennie Young meets handsome Truman "Tru" Sayers after fainting at a super store. Despite their unromantic start, true love could be in the future. But can Ren trust her heart and God again?

13. Fancy Pants by Cathy Marie Hake

Description:

Breaking her arranged engagement, Lady Sydney Hathwell contacts a relative in Texas for a change of scenery. Confused by her name, Uncle Fuller invites his "nephew" to his ranch. When Sydney arrives in appropriate disguise, boss Tim Creighton determines to turn this "mincing fop" into a man! What happens when her true identity is revealed?

14. The Perfect Life by Robin Lee Hatcher

Description:

Katherine has a perfect life. Brad is an affectionate and caring husband. They are active in their church, both serving in leadership positions. Katherine bakes, ministers, serves, leads a Bible study, sings. They have it all.Then a corporate scandal leads to Brad's arrest. Reporters dig into every aspect of their private lives, digging up the smallest of details and hidden secrets. Brad loses his job, and their finances are ruined.As they struggle to piece together their once-perfect life, Katherine wonders: can their marriage survive Brad's breach of trust?

15. Splitting Harriet by Tamara Leigh

Description:

Once upon a time, I was a rebel. And I have the tattoo to prove it.Then there was the spiked hair-the shade of which changed monthly-"colorful" language that can't be found in your everyday sixteen-count crayon box, a pack-a-day habit, less-than-modest wardrobe, and an obsession with guitar-trashing, drum-bashing music.Did I mention I'm also a preacher's kid? That's right. And like the prodigal son after whom I modeled myself, I finally saw the error of my ways and returned to the fold.

Good luck and thanks for entering!

RULES FOR ENTERING:

a. Post a comment to the posts of the books you'd like to win. List which books you would like to be entered for.  You can enter for as many of the books as you would like.

b. Enter on or before April 10. Winners will be drawn on April 11. Claim your prize, if you win, within 10 days of being notified or I will redraw. (In other words, let me know you want the book and where it should be sent, should you find out your name was drawn.

c. Check back for the next giveaway!

By the way, I have read and enjoyed all these books and I hope you will too! The books are:

1. The Fall of Candy Corn by Debbie Viguie

Description:

Halloween time at The Zone means monsters, mazes, and plenty of candy corn. Candace is shy about telling friends at church that she's working as a maze monster. However, when she discovers her youth group has planned an outing to the park, her embarrassment quickly turns to stage fright!
Will Candace survive the shift from cotton candy to candy corn? Fall is in the air, and without completely knowing why, Candace Thompson has signed up to continue what was supposed to be a short-term summer job at the local theme park. Working with Kurt doesn't hurt, but a surprising kink involving her youth group, as well as the shock of an unexpected setback, threaten to be more painful. Candace's autumn holds as many surprises as her summer as her rousing romp through the seasons continues.

2. Lying on Sunday by Sharon Souza

Description:

When your husband dies of a heart attack in another woman's bed---and then posthumously files for divorce---you've got two choices: crumble in despair or set off to find a new life. Abbie Torrington does both! Will the love of family and friends be enough to keep her strong in the days ahead?

3. The Oak Leaves by Maureen Lang

Description:

A beautiful young son, a devoted husband, a successful life; Talie Ingram has it all. When Talie comes across the journal of a nineteenth century ancestor, though, it seems as though the perfect life her family has lead may come to an end.

4. The Ultimate Gift by Rene Gutteridge

Description:

Spoiled Jason Stevens expects to inherit millions when his wealthy grandfather dies. Instead, the will requires him to complete 12 monthly tasks before receiving a dime. Can he rise to meet this beyond-the-grave challenge? Follow Jason on a yearlong journey that leads him to the last thing he ever expected! (this is for the book, not the DVD)

5. Unpretty by Sharon Carter Rogers

Description:

When a madman detonates a bomb in a West Virginia art gallery, Hummingbird Collins is the only witness. Now he's stalking her. Teaming up with Detective Buck Barnes, she learns that this criminal is the leader of a sadistic cult seeking to rid the world of "unpretty" things. Will Hummingbird be his next victim?

6. The Summer the Wind Whispered My Name by Don Locke

Description:

In the summer of 1960, life's idyllic for 8-year-old paperboy Davy Connors. But when a new family moves to the neighborhood, racial prejudice ignites---even threatening Davy's relationship with his father. A riveting story of family, friendship, and the fears that divide.

7. The Way of Women by Lauraine Snelling

Description:

8. The Wedding Caper and Gone with the Groom by Janice A. Thompson

Description:

When a $25,000 night deposit mysteriously disappears from the Clark County Savings and Loan, Annie Peterson, has reason to be concerned and to assume the role of amateur sleuth. Her husband's job at the bank makes him a potential suspect, but knowing him to be a godly man, she can't imagine it. Then again, there is that matter of the weddings to factor in. Twin daughters Brandi and Candy have just received proposals and two weddings are pending. Sure, Warren occasionally jokes about robbing the bank to pay for the ceremonies, but Annie knows him better than that. . .doesn't she?

Gone with the Groom description:

The best laid plans of brides and men go awry when Annie Peterson's future son-in-law Scott disappears. Have pre-wedding jitters caused Brandi's fianci to take flight, or are more sinister forces at work? Surely Annie can solve the riddle. But who could be behind this apparent kidnapping caper? Maybe the drug company Scott works for has hidden motives. Perhaps it's the handiwork of Otis, Scott's deceitful dad. But then again it could be the shady wedding photographer, or the "political enemies" of Scott's mother. Will Annie solve the mystery and recover the missing groom, or will she suffer "regrets only"?

9. The Month of Summer by Lisa Wingate

Description:

Rebecca Macklin returns home when her aging father is found wandering the streets alone and his wife becomes ill. When Hanna Beth Parker hears of her estranged stepdaughter's arrival, she realizes that the last person she'd ever ask for help is the only one she can count on. A story of betrayal---and forgiveness!

10. Sinner by Ted Dekker

Description:

Sinner is the story of Marsuvees Black, a force of raw evil who speaks with wicked persuasion that is far more destructive than swords or guns. Beware all who stand in his way. It's also the story of Billy Rediger and Darcy Lange, two unsuspecting survivors of a research project gone bad, who discover that they are perhaps the two most powerful souls in the land. Listen to them or pay a terrible price.

11. The Shack by William Young

 

 

 

Description:

"Mack" Philips took his three children on a family camping trip while his wife visited her sister. Just as they were about to leave the campsite, the two older kids decided to take a last canoe ride before heading home. As their canoe overturned, and Mack went to help them, his back was turned and the unspeakable happened. Mack's youngest daughter,Missy, was abducted by a known child predator. After a massive search, evidence of Missy showed up at an abandoned cabin. Although they never found her body, everyone knew the worst had happened. For the next four years "a great sadness" fell over Mack and his family, until a note from God showed up in his mailbox. What happens next will move you to a greater understanding of God's unfailing love for us all.

12. Too Good to be True by Trish Perry

Description:

Brokenhearted Rennie Young meets handsome Truman "Tru" Sayers after fainting at a super store. Despite their unromantic start, true love could be in the future. But can Ren trust her heart and God again?

13. Fancy Pants by Cathy Marie Hake

Description:

Breaking her arranged engagement, Lady Sydney Hathwell contacts a relative in Texas for a change of scenery. Confused by her name, Uncle Fuller invites his "nephew" to his ranch. When Sydney arrives in appropriate disguise, boss Tim Creighton determines to turn this "mincing fop" into a man! What happens when her true identity is revealed?

14. The Perfect Life by Robin Lee Hatcher

Description:

Katherine has a perfect life. Brad is an affectionate and caring husband. They are active in their church, both serving in leadership positions. Katherine bakes, ministers, serves, leads a Bible study, sings. They have it all.Then a corporate scandal leads to Brad's arrest. Reporters dig into every aspect of their private lives, digging up the smallest of details and hidden secrets. Brad loses his job, and their finances are ruined.As they struggle to piece together their once-perfect life, Katherine wonders: can their marriage survive Brad's breach of trust?

15. Splitting Harriet by Tamara Leigh

CFBA Blog Tour of "The Real Enemy"

This week, the
Christian Fiction Blog Alliance
is introducing
The Real Enemy
David C. Cook (March 2009)
by
Kathy Herman

ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

Suspense novelist Kathy Herman is very much at home in the Christian book industry, having worked five years on staff at the Christian Booksellers Association (CBA) in Colorado Springs, Colorado, and eleven years at Better Books Christian Center in Tyler, Texas, as product buyer/manager for the children’s department, and eventually as director of human resources.

She has conducted numerous educational seminars on children’s books at CBA Conventions in the U.S. and Canada, served a preliminary judge for the Gold Medallion Book Awards of the Evangelical Christian Publishers Association , and worked as an independent product/marketing consultant to the CBA market.

Since her first novel, Tested by Fire, debuted in 2001 as a CBA national bestseller, she's added thirteen more titles to her credit, including another bestseller, All Things Hidden.

Kathy's husband Paul is her best friend and most ardent supporter and manages the LifeWay Christian Store in Tyler, Texas. They have three grown children, five adorable grandkids, a cat named Samantha—and an ongoing fascination with hummingbirds. They also enjoy world travel, deep sea fishing, stargazing, and bird watching and sometimes incorporate all these hobbies into one big adventure.

ABOUT THE BOOK

Brill Jessup just became the first female police chief in Sophie Trace, Tennessee, and is riding on the credentials of a stellar eighteen-year career on the Memphis police force. She may be a pro at finding clues, but she tends to ignore the obvious in her personal life. And she would rather work than deal with the bitterness she feels about her husband Kurt's infidelity. Kurt, is weighed down by her unrelenting anger as he struggles to let God redeem the stupidest mistake he ever made. He is genuinely contrite and making every effort to show his commitment to Brill. But she hides behind her badge and her bitterness, deciding that moving her family away from Memphis is the only change she needs to make. So why can't Brill get over this anger?

Before she ever has time to unpack her boxes, people start disappearing. Lots of them. Seven people in seven days To complicate matters, a local legend has many residents believing that the cause is unearthly─tied to the “red shadows,” or spirits of the departed Cherokee who once inhabited the land.

While Brill draws on all of her experience and instinct to solve the case, she must confront an enemy that threatens everything she holds dear─one that cannot be stopped with a badge and a gun. She is forced to confront the real enemy.

If you would like to read the first chapter of The Real Enemy, go HERE