Wednesday, May 1, 2013

"A Path Less Traveled" Free for Kindle May 7-11, 2013

Hey everyone! Still patiently (and not-so-patiently) waiting for internet service to arrive at our new home. Until then, I continue to make a quick run through my e-mail at McDonald's every few days.

I did want to make you aware that A Path Less Traveled (book 2 in the Miller's Creek novels; rated 4.5 stars at Amazon with 81 reviews) will be free for Kindle May 7-11, 2013.

Here's the book description for those of you who might be interested:

Grief paints a celebration with shades of gray...

Trish James is tired of being rescued. When a spooked horse claims her husband's life, she’s determined to blaze a path for herself and her traumatized son without outside help. But will that mean leaving the place etched on her heart?

Andy Tyler has had to struggle for everything, and starting a new law practice in Miller's Creek, Texas is no different. Though prepared for business challenges, he's not prepared for falling in love--especially with yet another woman who will probably abandon him for her career.

Will Andy and Trish be able to see past their limited human understanding to take a path less traveled?
 

Please share the information with those you know who might be interested. You can also share it on your Facebook or Twitter page using the buttons below the post.

Wishing you all many blessings!

Friday, April 19, 2013

Temporarily Offline

Hey everyone,

Sorry for the absence of recent posts. Hubby and I are relocating to another state, and our new home currently has no internet service. :( To get online we have to drive a half hour to McDonald's and then we have only limited time to spend. We've been told that the latest date we'll have internet service is May 22nd, so please pray that the date is moved up!

Once we have internet service, I'll be back to posting devotions, free Kindle e-books, craft of writing posts and frugal Friday posts.

Cyber-Hugs!

Monday, April 15, 2013

"Pilgrimage of Promise" Book Launch Party (& Kindle Giveaway!)

Broken promises, enduring love...

A dusty stack of unopened love letters forces Bo and Mona Beth Miller to revisit a part of their past they’d rather leave buried–especially in the face of death. Only as they retrace history will they learn the truth about the shattered promise that threatens to come between them. But can their relationship endure the deception and sabotage they unearth, or will the experience compel them to trust more fully in the promises that never fail?

7:00 p.m.  - Welcome, friends! Before we get started, let me express that my thoughts and prayers are with those across our country who have been affected by the bombings today at the Boston Marathon. I'm sure we were all horrified and saddened by the news.

On a brighter note, I'm so glad you could join the book launch for Pilgrimage of Promise. Hope you're ready for some fun!

Not sure what an online book launch party is all about? Well, it serves many functions--to get the word out about Pilgrimage of Promise, allow you to voice questions or comments about the Miller's Creek novels, and also to have a great time and make new friends.

If I sound a little loopy tonight, it's because of all the events I've had going on in my life over the past few weeks. We packed up our belongings last week, closed on our house in Arkansas this morning, and are en route to New Mexico where my hubby will start a new job. (So my end of this party is taking place from a hotel room in the Texas panhandle!!!) To make matters even more interesting, I totaled our second vehicle last week...stupid deer...so we've been dealing with the insurance hullabaloo and only having one vehicle on top of the move.

Okay, enough about me. Please introduce yourselves, chat it up, or ask questions in the comment section below. If you're not sure how to comment, scroll to the bottom of this post and click the word "comment." A screen with a text box will pop up. Click inside the box and start typing. When you're finished, it will ask you to choose an identity. If you don't have Google or OpenID account, choose either "Name/URL" (no need to put an URL) or "Anonymous." (If you use the Anonymous button, be sure to identify yourself in the comment, so we'll know who we're talking with.) Next click the orange button which says "Publish Your Comment" and you're done!

NOTE: You may want to click on the title of this post so that all the comments show up at the end. From there you can simply refresh your page to see the conversation! Please e-mail me at catbry1@yahoo.com if you have any trouble leaving a comment during the party. I want everyone to have a good time! =)

Here are a few pointers:
  • Tip #1: I'll add to this post every quarter hour (7:15, 7:30, 7:45, 8:00, etc. CST), so refresh your page often to get info on games and prizes and keep up with the comments. (I'm guessing all computers are the same when it comes to refreshing, so if you don't know how to do this, find the place at the top of your browser window where the URL address is located. Mine has a gray arrow in a semi- circle at the far right. When I click that it refreshes the screen.) Please be patient with me if I get behind, but I'll try my hardest to stay on top of things.
  • Tip #2: If you've already read Pilgrimage of Promise feel free to share your opinion of the story, but be careful not to spoil the story for those who haven't read it yet.
  • Tip #3: Have fun!!! I want YOU to have a great time! (If you can't be here the entire evening, that's okay. You're welcome to leave and come back again if you have the time!)
PRIZES: Everyone who leaves a comment below will be entered in the drawings for prizes. Be sure to leave a way for us to contact you if you're the winner (e-mail address, Facebook, etc.), and you must do this before 9 p.m. (CST). Please share the contest with friends. The more the merrier! (While the eBook giveaways are open to anyone, because of high shipping costs, the print giveaways are for US/Canada only.) To keep it fair, all prize winners will be chosen at www.Random.org. Throughout the evening there will be other opportunities for you to get your name in the hat more often, which will increase your chances to win one (or more!) of the following:
  • Grand Prize - Kindle eReader (Winner announced at 8:45 p.m. CST tonight)
  • Promise Gift Basket - includes Promises and Blessings Daily calendar, magnetic note pads, a "Rejoice in the Lord" plaque, a French Vanilla candle, an over-sized mug with Mark 9:23 on the side, cowgirl coat hook, and packet of three kitchen towels. (Value: $25) (Winner announced 8:45 p.m. CST tonight)
  • $25 Amazon Gift Card - (Winner announced at 8:45 p.m. CST tonight)
  • Print copies of Miller's Creek novels (Winners chosen and announced at 7:30, 8:00 and 8:30; once you win a print copy you are not eligible to win another print copy or eBook version, though you will still be entered for the Kindle and gift basket--just trying to spread the prizes around!)
  • Free eBook versions of Pilgrimage of Promise (Winners chosen and announced at 7:15, 7:45, and 8:15; once you win an eBook copy you are not eligible to win another eBook version or print copy, though you will still be entered for the Kindle, gift basket, and Amazon gift card) SPECIAL NOTE FOR THOSE WITHOUT E-READERS: If you win an eBook tonight but don’t own a Kindle, Nook, iPad, or other reading device, no need to worry! Amazon has free apps you can download to make it possible to read on your tablet, computer, or phone. Here’s the link - http://www.amazon.com/gp/feature.html/ref=kcp_ipad_mkt_lnd?docId=1000493771
Here's a tentative schedule for tonight (CST):
  • 7:00 p.m. - Introductions, tips, prize list, tentative schedule, and extra chances to get your name in the hat.
  • 7:15 p.m. - Special Thanks chat, Texas Roads revisited chat, Kindle apps, more chances for prizes, and first eBook winner announced!
  • 7:30 p.m. - Meet the Characters chat, more chances for prizes, and first print book winner announced! CYBERSPACE SCAVENGER HUNT!! (My favorite part of the evening--in case you couldn't tell...)
  • 7:45 p.m. - The story (and message) behind the story chat, A Path Less Traveled revisited chat, more chances for prizes, and second eBook winner announced! 
  • 8:00 p.m. - The Way of Grace chat, more chances for prizes, and second print book winner announced!
  • 8:15 p.m. - Next in the Miller's Creek series chat, more chances for prizes, and third eBook winner announced!
  • 8:30 p.m. - Other giveaways, more chances for prizes, and third print book winner announced!
  • 8:45 p.m. - Scavenger Hunt winner announced, Amazon gift card winner announced, Promise Gift Basket winner announced, Kindle winner announced, and evening wrap-up!
Any questions or comments? If so, write them in the comments below!

EXTRA CHANCE AT PRIZES #1Share this party (times, location, prizes, etc.) INCLUDING the page link via e-mail, Facebook, Twitter, etc.--then let us know in the comments that you completed the task by listing where you shared the info. (You'll get an extra chance for each place you share the details of the party.)

EXTRA CHANCE AT PRIZES #2: Introduce yourself in the comments section and tell how we first met (in person, online, at church, new friend, etc.).

EXTRA CHANCE AT PRIZES #3: Sign the launch party guestbook by clicking the image link below. (To return to the party after signing, just hit your "back" arrow button in the top of your browser.)

Guestbook  

P.S. If you arrive late, please jump right in! You can do all the extra chance items as you have time. The final drawings won't be made until 8:45 p.m. CST!

Oh, and just so you know, there is a Goodreads.com giveaway for three print copies of Pilgrimage of Promise going on from April 15-May 15, 2013. Click below for more details (and share via e-mail, Facebook status update, or Twitter for another entry in the giveaways--just don't forget to let me know in the comments below.)


Goodreads Book Giveaway

Pilgrimage of Promise by Cathy Bryant

Pilgrimage of Promise

by Cathy Bryant

Giveaway ends May 15, 2013.
See the giveaway details at Goodreads.
Enter to win
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7:15 p.m. – Please allow me to say a word of thanks to those who’ve been instrumental in getting Pilgrimage of Promise into publication. Above all, I must first give thanks and praise to the Lord. He is the One I write for, and it is only by His grace that I have the ability to come up with these stories and get them down on paper.

I also want to thank my awesome hubby Travis, who has read the story many times to give his advice. (I’m so blessed!) He’s helping out tonight by adding each entry on a spreadsheet, and then we’ll use Random.org to select the winners.

Next, I want to say thanks to my mom. She’s my biggest cheerleader, one of the inspirations for Mama Beth, and my book distributor in the small Texas town I grew up in. =) She reads every word of all my stories and gives really awesome advice. Love you, Mom!

And last, but certainly not least, I want to introduce my other beta readers. These folks volunteer their time to check for story issues, misspellings, grammatical errors, and punctuation mistakes. I could not do what I do without their special help. So a HUGE “thank you” from the bottom of my heart to: Barbie Bray, Jimmie Croker, and Sherlee Grinstead.

Just a quick chat about the book that kicked off the Miller's Creek Novels. Texas Roads will always hold a special place in my heart. As the story unfolded on the page, I fell in love with Miller’s Creek and its cast of quirky characters. Who doesn’t want to live in Miller’s Creek with Mama Beth, Coot, J.C., and even the town grouch, Otis Thacker? ;)

In case you haven’t read the story yet, here’s a little bit about the book:

One secret kept, another uncovered . . .
Dani Davis just wants a place to call home. With quaint country charm, quirky residents, and loads of business potential, Miller’s Creek seems like the perfect place to start over . . . except for the cowboy who gives her a ride into town. Then malicious rumors and a devastating secret propel her down a road she never expected to travel.

Now for extra chances to win the Kindle, gift basket, Amazon gift card, and free books!

EXTRA CHANCE AT PRIZES #4: If you’ve read any of the Miller’s Creek books and enjoyed them, please take a minute to “Like” them in the following places for an extra chance for each “like”—and don’t forget to let us know in the comments so we can add your name to the list again! And if you don’t mind, hop on over to my author Facebook page and Amazon page and “like” those as well.

Texas Roads - https://www.facebook.com/TexasRoads
A Path Less Traveled - https://www.facebook.com/pages/A-Path-Less-Traveled/310172142347765
The Way of Grace - https://www.facebook.com/TheWayOfGracebook3
Pilgrimage of Promise - https://www.facebook.com/PilgrimageOfPromise
Cathy’s author page on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Cathy.Bryant.Author
Cathy’s author page on Amazon - http://www.amazon.com/-/e/B002SKQCDO

EXTRA CHANCE AT PRIZES #5:
For those who’ve read Texas Roads, tell us your favorite scene, character, or part of the book (without giving away crucial information that would spoil the story for others) in the comments section below.

EXTRA CHANCE AT PRIZES #6:
Texas Roads is free for Kindle all week (April 15-19) at Amazon. So for this extra chance share the following link via e-mail, Facebook (as your status update), or Twitter to let everyone know about Texas Roads’ free week, then let me know in the comments:
Texas Roads (Christian romance; 4.5 stars) #FREE for Kindle April 15-19 at http://www.amazon.com/Texas-Roads-Millers-Creek-ebook/dp/B00480OH1G/ref=sr_1_1_bnp_1_kin?ie=UTF8&qid=1364600051&sr=8-1&keywords=texas+roads
WINNER: Our first eBook winner of Pilgrimage of Promise is:  Kandy S. Congrats! Send me an e-mail at catbry1@yahoo.com with WINNER in the subject line, so I can send you the link for your free download.

Next Up at 7:30 – Meet the characters of Pilgrimage of Promise and more chances to win the Kindle, Amazon gift card, or gift basket!

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7:30 p.m. – Meet the Characters from Pilgrimage of Promise...

I almost feel a little silly introducing you to two characters you’ve known since book 1, but I’ll do it anyway for you to meet the young Mama Beth and Bo (and just in case there are any newcomers to the folks of Miller’s Creek with us tonight).

Our Heroine: I picture actress Amanda Seyfried as the young Mama Beth Adams. Hmmm…maybe I should call her Mona Beth, since she doesn’t get the name Mama Beth until late in the story. Anyway, she’s the classic country girl, pretty and sweet, and tough as nails. For the older version of Mama Beth, I still choose actress Judi Dench (without the British accent, of course).

Our Hero:  Actor James Marsden fits the bill for young Bo Miller. Handsome, popular, and the heir to the Miller ranch, Mona Beth is determined to bring him down a few pegs. And for the older version of Bo, who else but James Garner?

EXTRA CHANCE AT PRIZES #7:
Pilgrimage of Promise is available in several different e-book formats at Smashwords, but this is for a limited time only since the e-book will eventually be made exclusive to Amazon. So for an extra name in the hat for the drawings, please share the following information either via e-mail, Facebook (as your status update), or Twitter, then head back over here and let me know in the comments:
Pilgrimage of Promise (Christian romance, #AMillersCreekNovel 4) is available in various e-book formats for a limited time at http://www.smashwords.com/books/view/298639
EXTRA CHANCE AT PRIZES #8 - #12: Time for the Cyberspace Scavenger Hunt!! (The winners will receive five extra chances for the Kindle, gift basket, and book giveaways.)

Here are the basics:
  • This is a little different than the last book launch party. Rather than having the clues in different places, all the clues are given below, but you’ll have to visit different places in cyberspace to find the answers.
  • By the time you finish, you should have a list of five different answers. Don’t post your answers here. Instead send them to me IN ONE E-MAIL with SCAVENGER HUNT in the subject line at catbry1@yahoo.com in this format: 1. Answer to first clue 2. Answer to second clue 3. Answer to third clue 4. Answer to fourth clue 5. Answer to fifth clue 
  • Be sure you read the questions carefully. You get an extra chance for each one you get correct in the drawing for the Kindle, Amazon gift card, gift basket, and book giveaways.
  • You have one hour to finish. If I haven’t received your e-mail by 8:30 p.m. CST you won’t receive the five extra chances. (Sorry about the time limit, but we must enforce it to allow Hubby time to enter the names for the drawing.)
  • Don’t forget to check in here every fifteen minutes to see if your name was drawn in the book giveaways. I will still be adding new information (and more chances for prizes) every fifteen minutes.
  • If you have any questions, just type it in the comments below. If a lot of people get hung up in one place, I’ll try to give hints.

CLUE/QUESTION #1: Visit CatBryant.com and click “About Cathy” to see where I’ll soon be moving. (Or read above.)
CLUE/QUESTION #2: For your next clue/question, visit http://www.amazon.com/-/e/B002SKQCDO (my author page on Amazon) to see how many books I’ve either authored or co-authored. Watch out, one of them is not a book.
CLUE/QUESTION #3: Visit http://www.amazon.com/Texas-Roads-Millers-Creek-ebook/dp/B00480OH1G/ref=sr_1_1_title_1_kin?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1364602391&sr=1-1&keywords=texas+roads (Texas Roads’ Kindle edition page) and click on the thumbnail pictures right below the book cover until you find the picture of me standing near a street sign. What does the sign say?
CLUE/QUESTION #4: Visit http://www.amazon.com/Traveled-Millers-Creek-Novel-ebook/dp/B0048EK14O/ref=pd_sim_b_1 (A Path Less Traveled’s Kindle edition page) and click on the book cover. A new screen will pop up that allows you to look inside the book. Scroll down until you find the theme verses for the book. Give the scripture reference (Example: John 3:16).
CLUE/QUESTION #5: Visit http://www.amazon.com/Grace-Millers-Creek-Novels-ebook/dp/B009H7TIFU/ref=pd_sim_kstore_1 (The Way of Grace’s Kindle edition page) and scroll down until you find the Customer Review section. How many stars does it have? (Example: 4.2 out of 5 stars).

WINNER: The first print copy winner of Texas Roads is Marissa Morgan! Congrats! (Marissa is a former student that I miss very, very much! Please send an e-mail to catbry1@yahoo.com and put “Winner” in the subject line…and don’t forget to include your mailing address! =)

Next up at 7:45 – Time to chat about the story behind the story and revisit A Path Traveled…and more chances to win!

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7:45 p.m. – First let’s chat about the story (and message) behind Pilgrimage of Promise. After I wrote Texas Roads, I had several readers ask about Mama Beth’s story. I knew it was a story that needed to be told,but I wasn’t sure how it would fit in with the other stories brewing in my brain. After The Way of Grace took so long to write, I knew I needed to jump onto another story ASAP. I was afraid if I waited to get started on a new novel, I'd never do it. Sort of the "when you fall off a horse get back on it and ride" idea. Mama Beth’s story seemed like the logical choice.

As for the message behind the story, all of my stories have a spiritual theme that comes from my personal experience—a spiritual nugget of truth that God has given me. The most profound spiritual truth I’ve experienced lately came through a series of five moves in an eight-month period. (And here I am moving again!!!)

Through each of those moves I learned that even when life is scary and uncertain, God is unchanging and faithful. He always keeps His promises. I needn’t fear or worry. God is with me, and there is no place I can go where He is not. I pray that no matter what the future may bring for each of us, we will all reach the place on this earthly pilgrimage where we fully realize the sure foundation we have in Christ.

Now let’s revisit A Path Less Traveled, book two in the Miller’s Creek novels. I never could have imagined how the message of trusting God to direct our paths would play out in my life in the two years following the release of this novel. God used the message in this book to teach me to trust Him more!

Here’s the book blurb for those of you who haven’t yet read the story:

Grief paints a celebration with shades of gray . . .
Trish James is tired of being rescued. When a spooked horse claims her husband’s life, she’s determined to blaze a path for herself and her traumatized son without outside help. But will that mean leaving the place etched on her heart?

EXTRA CHANCE AT PRIZES #13:   
My favorite portions of the book involved Little Bo. Leave it to the kid to steal the show! Without spoiling the story for others, tell us your favorite scene or character from A Path Less Traveled.

EXTRA CHANCE AT PRIZES #14:
Just for fun I created a Miller’s Creek survey. It’s completely anonymous, so surf on over to this link: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/8TBTPXY. After you’ve completed the survey, don’t forget to let me know you participated in the survey in the comments section below.

WINNER: The next Pilgrimage of Promise e-book winner is: Robin B! Robin is one of my sweet Facebook friends! Robin, send an e-mail with the word WINNER in the subject line to catbry1@yahoo.com. That way I can send you instructions on how to download your ebook.

Next up at 8:00 - We'll revisit The Way of Grace...did I really just write that a few months ago?...it seems like years!! Whew!  We'll also have more chances to win those prizes, and I'll announce the winner of the second print copy of Pilgrimage of Promise.

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8:00 p.m. - Hope you're all enjoying the cyberspace scavenger hunt! I'm enjoying cracking open those e-mails to see your answers and hear about your escapades! Makes me smile! =)

Now on to our book chat. Of all the books I've written, The Way of Grace was by far the most difficult. I just felt like the topic of grace was too important to mess up. I studied my Bible and asked for guidance from some trusted friends to get their input and advice. (Also during the course of writing the story we went through that series of moves that left me panting for breath!) Anyway, the book did eventually get written, and I've been moved by comments of readers and reviewers who say the book helped them get a better grasp on grace.

For those of you who haven't read the book, here's the description:

In pursuit of justice, in need of grace . . .

A justice-seeking perfectionist pursues her dream of a perfect life in her hometown of Miller’s Creek, Texas. Sidetracked by a desire to be a prosecuting attorney, Grace Soldano launches into uncharted waters, making herself over to please her boss and mentor. Then a disheveled free spirit turns her perfectly ordered world upside down, challenging the concept of personal goodness. A fall from perfection leaves Grace teetering between vengeance and grace, caught in a deadly crossfire that leaves her dreams in a heap of ashes. Can she learn to joyfully accept the life God has given her–far from perfect–but completely immersed in His grace?

EXTRA CHANCE AT PRIZES #15: 
For those of you who have read The Way of Grace, what's your favorite part of the story (without spoiling it for those who haven't read the book yet)? If you haven't read the book yet, share your thoughts or favorite verse about grace in the comments.

EXTRA CHANCE AT PRIZES #16: 
In the comments tell us which Miller's Creek book cover is your favorite and why.

WINNER: The winner of the second print copy of A Path Less Traveled is: Shary! Yay! Send an e-mail (with the word WINNER in the subject line) to catbry1@yahoo.com. Be sure to include your mailing address so I can have your book sent to you! =)

Next up at 8:15 - I'll let you know what's coming up next in the Miller's Creek novels, give you more chances to win those prizes, and announce the next e-book winner

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I'm very excited about book five in the Miller's Creek novels. It's entitled A Bridge Unbroken and tells the story of a young woman who has been so hurt by past life events that she struggles with forgiving others, accepting God's forgiveness, and reaching a place where she can trust God and others. I can only speak for myself here, but I think most of us struggle at times with forgiveness. And sometimes we have a harder time forgiving ourselves than we do other people!

Here's the tentative book blurb:

Dakota Kelly refuses to trust anyone ever again. Bound by chains of unforgiveness, she locks herself away on her grandfather’s farm until an accident puts her under the watchful care of Chance Johnson. Can Dakota risk a broken heart to gain a bridge unbroken?

Can't wait to delve into Dakota's story! (But it might be a while since we're moving again...) =/

EXTRA CHANCE AT PRIZES #17: 
You'll have to send me an e-mail for this next chance (catbry1@yahoo.com and put NAMES in the subject line), and it will require some research. (Please don't post your answers in the comments since that will give it away.) What does the name "Dakota" mean? What does the surname "Kelly" mean? (HINT: You may have to go on to the original Irish name for Kelly to discover its meaning.) I'll give an extra chance for each name meaning you get right in your e-mail.
 
WINNER: The next Pilgrimage of Promise e-book winner is: Sherlee! Congratulations, sweet friend! Please send me an e-mail with the word WINNER in the subject line to catbry1@yahoo.com. I'll send you the scoop on how to get your e-book!

Next up at 8:30 - Be sure to get your scavenger hunt answers to me by 8:30 so we'll have a chance to tally the answers to give you extra chances. Also, we'll start wrapping things up and I'll announce the third print book winner.

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8:30 p.m. - Okay, peoples, if you haven't already done so, please send your answers to the scavenger hunt questions now (catbry1@yahoo.com). If you don't have all the answers yet, go ahead an send what you have. Remember: you get an extra chance for each question you answer correctly.

Since the spiritual theme of the next book is forgiveness, I thought I'd share a few quotes I've already come across in my research.

“To be a Christian means to forgive the inexcusable because God has forgiven the inexcusable in you.”
― C.S. Lewis

“To err is human, to forgive, divine.” ― Alexander Pope

“Forgiveness is the fragrance that the violet sheds on the heel that has crushed it.” ― Mark Twain

“Forgiveness is not an occasional act, it is a constant attitude.” ― Martin Luther King Jr.

“Forgiveness has nothing to do with absolving a criminal of his crime. It has everything to do with relieving oneself of the burden of being a victim--letting go of the pain and transforming oneself from victim to survivor.” ― C.R. Strahan

“I think that if God forgives us we must forgive ourselves. Otherwise, it is almost like setting up ourselves as a higher tribunal than Him.” ― C.S. Lewis

“Throughout life people will make you mad, disrespect you and treat you bad. Let God deal with the things they do, cause hate in your heart will consume you too.” ― Will Smith

“Forgiveness is an act of the will, and the will can function regardless of the temperature of the heart.” ― Corrie ten Boom

EXTRA CHANCE AT PRIZES #18: 
I'd love to hear what you have to say about the topic of forgiveness. What does it mean to you? Does forgiveness excuse the wrong behavior of others? Share your thoughts and favorite verses on forgiveness in the comments below.

WINNER: The winner of the print copy of The Way of Grace is: Donna! Woot! Please send me an e-mail with WINNER in the subject line (catbry1@yahoo.com). Don't forget to include your mailing address!

Next up at 8:45 - I'll announce the winners of the Promise gift basket, the $25 Amazon gift card, and the Kindle!

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8:45 p.m. - Doing the Snoopy dance! I L.O.V.E. announcing the prize winners! (The only thing I don't like is that I don't have a big prize for everyone. Hopefully you all had fun with the process!) 

Before I announce the winners, let me express my gratitude to you all for making this special night so much fun. I can't think of any place I'd rather be than with all of you. (Of course I wouldn't object if we were all together in person...on a flour-soft sandy beach...overlooking turquoise waters...oh yeah, the prizes!)

Okay, here goes...drum roll, please!

The winner of the Promise gift basket is: Kandy! Yay! Please send an e-mail to me (catbry1@yahoo.com) and put the words PROMISE GIFT BASKET WINNER in the subject line. Don't forget to include your mailing address. (Since we're in the middle of a move, it might take a few days for me to get your basket sent out, but I will get it done!!!) =)

The winner of the $25 Amazon gift card is: Sherlee! Woo-hoo! Send an e-mail to catbry1@yahoo.com with the word GIFT CARD WINNER in the subject line. I'll have the card sent to you electronically, so keep an eye out for it in your e-mail. (And check your spam folder, too...yikes!)

And last, but not least, the winner of the Kindle is: Shary!!! Congratulations! Send me an e-mail with KINDLE WINNER in the subject line. I'll need your mailing address.

Thanks again for all the fun everyone! Cyber Hugs!!!!

Free Christian Kindle Books for April 15, 2013

Want a way to read all these great Kindle freebies without purchasing a Kindle? Check out this post that tells you how. All the books listed here are free at the time of posting, but these free e-books change to pay status very quickly. Always check to make sure the books are free before you click to buy. Also, I want to offer readers only the most highly rated books, so all books listed are at least 4 out of 5 stars with at least 5 reviews. Just so you know, I have not read all these books, so I can't testify to their content or scriptural accuracy (though I try to be discerning about which books I share on WordVessel). Happy reading!

 Texas Roads 
by Cathy Bryant

Romance: City gal Dani Davis just wants a place to call home. With quirky residents, quaint country charm, and loads of business potential, Miller's Creek Texas seems like the perfect place to start over . . . except for the cowboy who gives her a ride into town. Dani secretly finances renovations to downtown Miller’s Creek, but malicious rumors force her to choose between keeping her involvement a secret and the home for which she’s always longed. Then a devastating discovery propels her down a road she never expected to travel. Steve Miller is determined to rescue his dying hometown. When vandals jeopardize the renovation, he can’t help but suspect Dani, whose strange behavior has become fodder for local gossips. Can Steve and Dani call a truce for a higher cause, and in the process help Dani recognize the true meaning of home?

4.5 stars with 117 reviews

Free? Click HERE to see.

The Stone of Destiny
by Jim Ware

Young Adult Fiction: Morgan Izaak is obsessed with his father’s ancient books about the legendary Philosopher’s Stone; he’s even got a little alchemy lab set up in the church tower next door. And when Morgan and his best friend, Eny, find out about another mysterious stone that may be hidden in their own town—the Irish Stone of Destiny, called Lia Fail—he’s determined to find it because he thinks it’s the last hope for someone he holds dear. But Morgan’s not the only one looking for the Stone, and by the time the two middle schoolers realize there’s trouble afoot, Morgan has betrayed their friendship, strange creatures are loose in the land, and the Stone is lost … perhaps forever. Can Morgan find a way to help those he loves?

4.2 stars with 10 reviews

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Heart's Crossing 
by Marianne Evans

Romance: “How do you feel about God, Collin?”
“I don’t.”

Collin Edwards, a former parishioner at Woodland Church of Christ, has renounced God without apology, his faith drained away in the face of a tragic loss. Daveny Montgomery cares deeply about her relationship with God and the community of Woodland. But lately she's been in a rut, longing for something to reignite her spiritual enthusiasm. Can Daveny trust in Collin’s fledgling return to faith? And can Collin ever accept the fact that while he turned his back on God, God never turned his back on him?

4.9 stars with 22 reviews

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Discovering Hope 
by Chautona Havig

Romance: What do Brigadoon, saris, epic laser tag games, and Jesus have in common? Hope. She’s a Christian with a passion for life and a fascination with Jay’s heritage. He’s an Indian with a fledgling interest in learning about the Hope within Hope.

4.6 stars with 121 reviews

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Keeper of My Heart 
by Therese M. Travis

Romance: A bitter heiress refuses to trust man or God...until a faithful veterinarian challenges her beliefs. Determined to keep her heart safe from betrayal, Rebecca denies both God and the man who calls to her, certain his love can never be true enough to bring her back to her faith and a future with him. Adam is equally entranced, but Rebecca's denial of faith proves a deterrent to pursuing a relationship with her. But now that Rebecca has taken a job in Adam's animal clinic, an attraction that neither one believes can work begins to grow.

4.7 stars with 11 reviews

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Sunday, April 14, 2013

Goodreads Giveaway For Three Print Copies of PILGRIMAGE OF PROMISE

Just wanted to let you all know that there's a giveaway through Goodreads.com for three print copies of Pilgrimage of Promise. The giveaway starts on April 15, 2013 and runs through May 15, 2013. You can click the box below for more information.

Goodreads Book Giveaway

Pilgrimage of Promise by Cathy Bryant

Pilgrimage of Promise

by Cathy Bryant

Giveaway ends May 15, 2013.
See the giveaway details at Goodreads.
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Friday, April 12, 2013

Kindle Giveaway!

Hi friends! I'm super-excited about the upcoming book launch party for the latest Miller's Creek novel, Pilgrimage of Promise. (Only two more days!)

I'm in the middle of a move at the writing of this post--across four states!!! So I won't be posting over the next few days, but should be at a hotel with internet access in time for the party on Monday night.

There will be lots of fun and games and some great giveaways, so I hope you can join the party. The giveaways include e-book and print copies of the Miller's Creek novels, a $25 Amazon gift card, a promise-themed gift basket, and a Kindle!

I can hardly wait for the fun to begin!

Cyber Hugs!

Wednesday, April 10, 2013

Free Christian Kindle Books for April 10, 2013

Want a way to read all these great Kindle freebies without purchasing a Kindle? Check out this post that tells you how. All the books listed here are free at the time of posting, but these free e-books change to pay status very quickly. Always check to make sure the books are free before you click to buy. Also, I want to offer readers only the most highly rated books, so all books listed are at least 4 out of 5 stars with at least 5 reviews. Just so you know, I have not read all these books, so I can't testify to their content or scriptural accuracy (though I try to be discerning about which books I share on WordVessel). Happy reading!

Saving Hope 
by Margaret Daley

Romance: hen a teenager goes missing from the Beacon of Hope School, Texas Ranger Wyatt Sheridan and school director Kate Winslow are forced into a dangerous struggle against a human
trafficking organization. But the battle brings dire consequences as Wyatt's daughter is terrorized and Kate is kidnapped. Now it's personal, and Wyatt finds both his faith and investigative skills challenged as he fights to discover the mastermind behind the ring before evil destroys everyone he loves.

4.6 stars with 66 reviews

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The Heart's Journey 
by Barbara Cameron

Amish fiction: Naomi knows she should be excited about her upcoming wedding but she remains unmoved. Not only are her feelings for her fiance lackluster but she believes he may see her more as a servant than a partner.And he's so controlling. Is it too late
to back out of the marriage? While praying for God's guidance, Naomi takes a break from her duties as a quilter and travels with her grandmother to Pinecraft, Florida. Along the way Naomi finds herself becoming attracted to Nick, their Englisch driver and friend, and the two begin to fall in love. The journey soon becomes one in which Naomi explores her most secret dream for love. But can she veer off the "safe" path she'd envisioned for her life to marry Nick?
 
4.6 stars with 32 reviews
 
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