The Ladies of Ivy Cottage by Julie Klassen My rating: 5 of 5 stars I’ve been waiting for this installment of Julie Klassen’s “Tales from Ivy Hill” series. And I’m happy to note that there are more to come. I’m already looking forward to the next one. If you like period dramas, the type MasterpieceContinue reading “The Ladies of Ivy Cottage”
Author Archives: Pegg Thomas
A Bouquet of Brides
The Vow
The Vow by Jody Hedlund My rating: 2 of 5 stars I love Jody Hedlund’s stories, and so I picked up this novella knowing it would be a prequel to her novel, “An Uncertain Choice.” These short novellas are popular to entice readers to purchase the longer books. It’s a good marketing strategy plus itContinue reading “The Vow”
Paula Moldenhauer – A Packaged Deal
Paula is back today to tell us about her new release, A Packaged Deal. Welcome back, Paula! Give us a brief summary of the book. A Packaged Deal is the first book in my new Towering Pines contemporary romance series. Here’s the back cover copy: Snuggle next to a fireplace in Towering Pines, the Colorado skiContinue reading “Paula Moldenhauer – A Packaged Deal”
Force of Habit
Force of Habit by James Scott Bell My rating: 4 of 5 stars Some books make you think, some books make you feel, and then there are some books that just make you laugh! This was a delightful romp with plenty of chuckles and grins. Sister J. is not *exactly* the type of nun mostContinue reading “Force of Habit”
The Dreaded Thomas Family Christmas Web Page – 2017 Edition
Here it is folks, the yearly recap in pictures of our pathetically boring lives. Grab a cup of coffee – you’ll need fully-leaded to get through this one – and a cookie or two. Sit back, relax, and try not to fall asleep until the end. It all began with football, LOTS of football, andContinue reading “The Dreaded Thomas Family Christmas Web Page – 2017 Edition”
Author Chat with Paula Moldenhauer
Thank you for coming on the blog today, Paula. Many people know you because of the non-fiction books, devotionals, and articles you’ve written. Your last book, Soul Scents: Flourish, was a deep journey out of emotional, verbal, and spiritual abuse. Tinseled Tidings is a collection of light, inspirational romance. How do you reconcile such differentContinue reading “Author Chat with Paula Moldenhauer”
Newton & Polly
Newton & Polly by Jody Hedlund My rating: 5 of 5 stars How did I miss this book when it released last year?! Waterbrook needs to do a better job of book promotion. I love Jody Hedlund’s stories, and she knocked this one out of the park. Seriously. The way she introduces John Newton andContinue reading “Newton & Polly”
Plot & Structure
Plot & Structure: Techniques and Exercises for Crafting a Plot That Grips Readers from Start to Finish by James Scott Bell My rating: 4 of 5 stars Well worth reading! There’s something in here for every writer – from the struggling beginner to the published author. One never quits learning and improving in this craft.Continue reading “Plot & Structure”
The Message in a Bottle Romance Collection
The Message in a Bottle Romance Collection: Hope Reaches Across the Centuries Through One Single Bottle, Inspiring Five Romances by Joanne Bischof My rating: 4 of 5 stars I picked up a copy of this collection because Jocelyn Green is one of the authors and I *love* her writing. She never disappoints. 🙂 The gistContinue reading “The Message in a Bottle Romance Collection”