Title: Say All the Unspoken Things by John Sowers.
Pages: 237
Genres: nonfiction, Christian
Publisher: Thomas Nelson (Feb. 1st., 2022)
Summary
From the author: “Many of us go through life with words and feelings stranded in our hearts. Words we deeply feel but never say. Sometimes we never have the chance. We don’t always get to say goodbye. We don’t always know when will be our last hug, high five, smile, laugh or ‘I love you.’ All we have is today, now, and what we do in this one, shining moment.”
Say All the Unspoken Things is about living, speaking and loving from our deep hearts. Written as personal letters from a father to his daughters, it covers topics such as: bravery, wonder, beauty, kindness, romance, and God’s patient love. This book will help us find our stranded words, speak more freely and move away from a distracted and shallow life.
*I received a free copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own!*
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Title: Practically Divine by Becca Stevens
Pages: 224
Genres: Nonfiction, Spirituality, Christian
Publisher: Harper Horizon (Sept. 14, 2021)
Summary:
There is no secret formula to experiencing the sacred in our lives–it just takes practice and practicality.
No matter where we are—on a walk in the woods, in a sacred building, or in a dusty refugee camp—signs of love abound. When we allow ourselves to embrace both ordinary and extraordinary experiences, we can feel the divine anywhere.
You’re invited to search this path with Becca Stevens, as she explores what it means to be practically divine. Woven throughout the narrative strands are poetry and rants, as well as ruminations on her mother’s wit and wisdom—and the passion she instilled in Becca for creating something from nothing.
Embracing the practically divine compels us to do something, anything, to share in the feast of love together. When we start from wherever we are, we can recognize the potential for humor, wonder, and freedom.
Experience is nine-tenths of love.
Standing in a geranium field, smelling dark soil fertilized by rabbit poop is different from reading about the healing properties of geraniums. Walking beside a woman in a refugee camp as she covers her baby’s face from the dry, red dust is different than imagining how hard it is for moms in camps.
Our senses transform information into holy compassion. When we open our hearts to it, we can experience the divine anywhere – like sacred breadcrumbs marking our path. This path is filled with humor, humility, and honesty.
*I received a free copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own!*
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Yesterday was Dewey’s 24 Hour Readathon! With this readathon, I never know if I’m going to do well or end up hardly reading anything, lol. This time around, however, I’m happy to say that I actually got a ton of reading done! 🎉
First, I finally finished There’s Someone in Your House! This was such a fast-paced and spooky read.
After that, I listened to (and finished) Slasher Girls and Monster Boys while I crocheted for a bit and ran some errands.
Then in the evening, I read the entirety of Pumpkin Heads. This was a reread and I ended up enjoying it just as much as I did the first time!
Finally, I started reading The Cottage of Pumpkin and Vine. I started this one after midnight, so I didn’t get very far before I got too tired, lol but so far I’m enjoying it!
So, overall, I had a great reading day! I enjoyed everything I read and finally kicked myself out of the reading slump that has been haunting me all October! 👻
If you participated, tell me how you did in the comments!
Hi! So last night I decided to take part in Dewey’s 24 Hour readathon, which is today! I’m sure a lot of you are already familiar with this readathon, but just in case you don’t know, basically the goal is to read as much as you can from 8 AM est, today, to 8 AM est, tomorrow.
I’ve participated in this readathon a couple of times before and have always had so much fun. So, even though I have some errands to run today, I decided to jump in at the last minute and participate!
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It’s hard to believe we are already halfway through October! October is always one of my favorite months. From the changing leaves to the cozy clothing to the spooky books, there’s so much to love! The fall months also always remind me of change and new beginnings.
This also had me thinking about my blog. I’ve been kind of quiet on here this summer but I thought I’d update you all on how I’ve been and what to look forward to! ☺️
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Title: Live on Purpose: 100 Devotionsfor l Letting Go of Fear and Following God by Sadie Robertson Huff
Pages: 208
Genres: Nonfiction, Christian living, inspirational
Publisher: Thomas Nelson (Sept. 28th, 2021)
Summary:
Learn how to celebrate every moment in life while living enthusiastically and following your God-given passions with New York Times bestselling author Sadie Robertson’s devotional Live on Purpose. Teens and young adults willl reach new depths of faith as they discover how to live life to the fullest with Sadie’s 100 meaningful devotions.
Live on Purpose takes the life-changing themes from Sadie’s bestselling books Live Fearless and Live and helps you apply those truths through Scripture, prayer, and her passionate message to live well.
In each entry, Sadie shares her personal journey with God and gives youpractical tools for . . .
Overcoming fear and living with confidence
Living without limitations by setting aside fear, anxiety, and comparison
Authentically celebrating every moment in life
Replacing temporary highs with the promises of God
Dreaming big and living like it’s on purpose!
Live on Purpose is a valuable message for anyone eager to make a difference in the world and is a perfect gift for a graduation, a birthday celebration, the holidays, or a faith anniversary. This book will help you discover that when you follow your God-given passions, nothing can stop you from living your most enthusiastic, purposeful life.
*I received a free copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own!*
For anyone looking for a new devotional, I highly recommend Live on Purpose! With scripturally sound advice in every devotional, this is the perfect book for anyone working towards living out their God-given purpose.
I especially think girls in their teens and 20’s would love this one! Sadie Robertson writes in such a way that is fun, authentic, and relatable. Itreally feels like you’re talking to a friend while reading this one. Each devotional is short, but each one also has such inspiring and l encouraging nuggets of truth. This book works perfectly as a 1-a day, daily devotional or one could easily read it through as a regular book.
I’ve always enjoyed Sadie’s books, and Live on Purpose is no different. This is one I definitely plan on rereading!
Welcome to the Takeover Tour for A Bible Study Journal for Women by Barbour staff, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!
I am so honored to be a part of celebrating the release of this beautiful Bible Journal! This is such a high-quality journal. It has already been so beneficial for me during my own Bible study time. 🙂
ABOUT THE BOOK
Title: A Bible Study Journal for Women
Author: Barbour staff
Publisher: Barbour
Release Date: June 1, 2021
Genre: Christian, devotional, journal
You want more from your time alone with scripture. . .A Bible Study Journal for Women provides helpful instruction and ample space for you to jot down your reflections. Based on the million-copy bestseller How to Study the Bible, this journal describes the types, tools, and techniques of exploring God’s Word. And it allows you to share your thoughts and feelings along the way, creating a treasured record of your own walk with God. A Bible Study Journal for Women is presented in a beautiful package featuring • a flexible textured binding • two-color interior printing • stained page edges • a ribbon marker Here are everyday Bible helps for everyday spiritual growth.
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(1) winner will receive a print copy of A Bible Study Journal for Women and a $15 Amazon gift card!
Be sure to check out each stop on the tour for more chances to win. Full tour schedule linked below. Giveaway began at midnight June 28, 2021 and lasts through 11:59 PM EST on July 5, 2021. Winner will be notified within 2 weeks of close of the giveaway and given 48 hours to respond or risk forfeiture of prize. US only. Void where prohibited by law or logistics.
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Title: Castle of Refuge (The Dericott Tales #2) by Melanie Dickerson
Pages: 336
Genres: YA, Historical Fiction, Retellings, Christian Fiction
Publisher: Thomas Nelson (June 1st, 2021)
Summary:
Audrey is a viscount’s daughter who has suffered her sister Maris’s cruel, jealous behavior all her life. An act of malice led their father to send Maris to a convent, but Audrey was still left with scars. Three years later, Audrey’s father is determined to marry off his damaged daughter, and Maris is returning. Desperate, Audrey sneaks away.
However, life outside her home is dangerous, and she soon finds herself attacked, injured, and in dire straits. She is taken in at Dericott Castle to be nursed back to health. While there, she decides to keep her identity a secret and work as a servant in the castle. But she doesn’t count on falling in love with the young and handsome Lord Dericott, who lost his arm several months earlier.
Meanwhile, Edwin—Lord Dericott—is curious about the new, well-educated servant’s identity. When the man Audrey’s father wanted her to marry comes looking for her, each must make a life-changing decision about what to believe and whether or not love is truly worth trusting.
In this Ugly Duckling retelling, New York Times bestselling author Melanie Dickerson brilliantly crafts a high-stakes, encouraging tale about the power of love.
*I received a free e-copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own. A huge thank you to the author and publisher!*
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Hey everyone! I am so excited to be a part of Harlequin Trade Publishing’s summer blog tour! I have a couple different stops this summer, but for today’s stop I have an excerpt for the latest Sarah Morgan novel, The Summer Seekers!
I am currently in the middle of reading this one and so far, I am loving it!! With summer just around the corner, now is the time to pick this book up!
Get swept into a summer of sunshine, soul-searching and shameless matchmaking with this delightfully bighearted road-trip adventure by USA TODAY bestselling author Sarah Morgan!
Kathleen is eighty years old. After she has a run-in with an intruder, her daughter wants her to move into a residential home. But she’s not having any of it. What she craves—what she needs—is adventure.
Liza is drowning in the daily stress of family life. The last thing she needs is her mother jetting off on a wild holiday, making Liza long for a solo summer of her own.
Martha is having a quarter-life crisis. Unemployed, unloved and uninspired, she just can’t get her life together. But she knows something has to change.
When Martha sees Kathleen’s advertisement for a driver and companion to share an epic road trip across America with, she decides this job might be the answer to her prayers. She’s not the world’s best driver, but anything has to be better than living with her parents. And traveling with a stranger? No problem. Anyway, how much trouble can one eighty-year-old woman be?
As these women embark on the journey of a lifetime, they all discover it’s never too late to start over…
Publisher: HQN Books
THE SUMMER SEEKERS
Author: Sarah Morgan
ISBN: 9781335180926
Publication Date: 5/18/2021
Available for purchase at:
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Welcome to the blog tour for Hooked On You by Kathleen Fuller, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours! Today I’ll be sharing my thoughts on the book as well as sharing how you can enter to win a copy of the book for yourself! 🎉
Title: Hooked On You (Maple Falls #1) by Kathleen Fuller
Pages: 320
Genres: Contemporary Romance, Christian Fiction
Publisher: Thomas Nelson (May 11th, 2021)
Summary:
She never wanted to come back. He never wants to leave. The town of Maple Falls has plans for them both.
Riley McAllister is living the dream in New York City . . . if the dream means being a struggling mixed-media artist, part-time food delivery driver, and having a carefully curated social media to hide all of the above. She refuses to admit defeat and move back to small-town Maple Falls, but when her grandmother breaks her leg sliding into third base during a softball game (she was safe, by the way), Riley reluctantly agrees to go home and help the woman who raised her—while secretly hoping she can convince Mimi to sell her house and yarn shop and move in with a good friend. Then Riley can return to her new life in NYC, on her own and for good.
But Mimi has her own plans, which include setting Riley up with local baseball star Hayden Price, who returned to Maple Falls after an injury ended his major league career. Now he works at his father’s hardware store, coaches the church softball team, and worries about the declining town. It’s not the life he dreamed of having.
With a little meddling and a lot of kindness from the town, Hayden and Riley find themselves unexpectedly falling for each other as they discover the true meaning of home.
Welcome to Maple Falls, where everyone knows your name and your business.
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*I received a free e-copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own. A huge thank you to the author and publisher!*
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