Daughters of Jared by H.B. Moore – Countdown to Summer 2012

 Posted by  Countdown to Summer, Special Features
Jun 192012
 


Heather B. Moore is the 2 time Best of State and 2 time Whitney Award Winning author for her historical fiction. Her latest novel is Daughters of Jared. She also wrote the non-fiction inspirational titles, Women of the Book of Mormon, and co-authored Christ’s Gifts to Women with Angela Eschler.

Visit Heather: WEBSITE | BLOG | TWITTER | Fans of H.B. Moore on Facebook

LDSWBR: Do you find it easier or more difficult to write during the summertime? Why?

HEATHER: It’s much harder for me to write in the summer with all four kids home, coming and going. I’ve only actively written one book during a summer (AMMON) because of the deadline. But I have been known to try and finish a book in May, then I’m fine to do editing during the summer since it can be done more sporadically.

LDSWBR: Would you rather be in the pool or next to the pool?

HEATHER: NEXT to the pool for sure. Unless it’s just too darn hot. With my youngest child now eight, I get to enjoy a bit of luxury. Not that I don’t enjoy playing in the pool with my kids, but I really really don’t like getting splashed in the face.

LDSWBR: Ice cream or slushie? What flavor?

HEATHER: Slushie–because something in my head tells me that they have less calories. Yet, the other voice in my head says that ice cream is probably, more technically, healthier. So it probably boils down to what mood I’m in!

LDSWBR: Thanks, Heather!

Daughters of Jared by H.B. Moore
Available in paperback or for Kindle on AMAZON

Naiva, daughter of the dethroned King Jared II, lives in the shadow of her privileged elder sister, Asherah. But when Asherah develops a secret plot to return their father to the throne, Naiva’s resentment turns to fear. Thwarting the scheme becomes more complicated when Naiva discovers that Akish, the first man who has shown interest in her, is an integral part of the plan.

Asherah traps Akish in a ploy to make him marry her, breaking Naiva’s heart and leaving her feeling more alone than ever. Somehow Naiva must find the strength to stand against the encroaching evil in the kingdom and a sister who will stop at nothing to become queen. When Akish’s wickedness escalates and threatens to destroy the bonds of sisterhood, Naiva must decide between protecting her sister and honoring her new belief in the true God—a forbidden belief that could cost her life.

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To enter the LDSWBR Countdown to Summer 2012, leave a thoughtful comment below.

Be sure to comment on each Countdown to Summer 2012 post for more chances to win. Please click through to the website as only comments submitted directly on this post will be accepted.

Prizes include a $25 Amazon gift card and the author-donated books listed below. This is raffle-style drawing where all entries throughout the contest period are entered into the same “hat” for all prizes. US only. 18 years and older please. See all contest rules and restrictions HERE.

If you don’t already follow LDSWBR through email, Facebook or Twitter (those cute little book buttons on the sidebar) you may want to consider doing so during the contest so you don’t miss any posts or chances to enter the drawing. Following LDSWBR is not required but it is nice to know that our book reviews are useful to other readers. :)

If one of our LDSWBR reviews has ever helped you find a book you enjoyed, perhaps you would consider helping us spread the word about the LDSWBR Countdown to Summer 2012. A link posted to your friends and family either in email or on your favorite social network would be so greatly appreciated. Thanks!

Book prizes donated by the authors include:

Reality Check by Karen Tuft

Cold Justice by Kathi Oram Peterson

Journey to the Fringe by Kelli Nielsen

Dangerous Favor by Joyce DiPastena (choice of print, Kindle or Nook)

Twitterpated by Melanie Jacobson

Of Grace and Chocolate by Krista Lynne Jensen

 

 

 

Reality Check by Karen Tuft – Countdown to Summer 2012

 Posted by  Countdown to Summer, Special Features
Jun 182012
 

It’s time for the LDSWBR Countdown to Summer 2012!

Actually, it’s a little late, since the first day of summer is only days away, but that’s not going to stop us from featuring a ton of authors and their books. We’re just going to extend the countdown beyond the first day of summer to the end of June.

We will announce the winners of the $25 Amazon gift card and books donated by their authors on July 5, 2012, so all entries into the drawing must be received by July 3, 2012 before 12:00 midnight Mountain time. Book prizes can only be shipped within the United States. Participants must be 18 years or older. See all rules and restrictions on the Countdown to Summer 2012 page HERE.

See below for details on how to enter!

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Karen Tuft was born with a healthy dose of curiosity about pretty much everything, so as a child she taught herself to read and play the piano. She studied composition at BYU then graduated from the University of Utah in music theory as a member of Phi Kappa Phi and Pi Kappa Lambda honor societies. In addition to being an author, Karen is a wife, mother, pianist, composer, and arranger. She has spent countless hours backstage and in orchestra pits for theater productions. She also has a 75 percent success rate when it comes to matchmaking and is a big believer in happy endings. Among her varied interests, she likes to figure out what makes people tick, wander through museums, and travel, whether by car, plane, or paperback.

Visit Karen on Facebook and her blogs HERE and HERE.

LDSWBR: Do you find it easier or more difficult to write during the summertime? Why?

KAREN: I always think it’s going to be easier to write in the summer, when I’m not helping my kids with school papers or running to the next high school band or choir concert. But then summer hits and our schedules go a little nuts—in a good way. So, really, I’m just exchanging one type of chaos for another. Makes things pretty much the same year round, I guess.

LDSWBR: Would you rather be in the pool or next to the pool?

KAREN: I am definitely next the the pool. I swim like a rock. (As a result I made sure that all of my kids learned to swim. I wanted them able to rescue me in case of a water emergency.) I sit next to the pool and get sunburned and have fun watching them having fun.

LDSWBR: Ice cream or slushie? What flavor?

KAREN: I scream you scream we all scream, et cetera. Ice cream for sure. And the flavor can be anything as long as it includes chocolate in a major way.

LDSWBR: Thank you, Karen. Enjoy your summer!

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Reality Check by Karen Tuft

AMAZON | DESERET BOOK | SEAGULL BOOK

After college graduation, Lucy Kendrick heads home with big plans for work, travel, and relishing her freedom—which means no romantic entanglements. But her two best friends have other ideas. Lucy is seriously steamed when she realizes they’ve signed her up to be a contestant on the reality dating show Soulmates, but she decides not to renege and soon finds herself in Los Angeles—a small-town Mormon girl vying for the love of millionaire bachelor Ethan Glass. At first this cute, smart, fun young woman, who would rather pray than party, bewilders Ethan. But his interest and admiration grow with every encounter. However, the conniving associate producer is determined to stir up some made-for-TV drama and takes strides to make this reality television show anything but real. When the show finally airs, Lucy has been recast as someone she unquestionably is not. Lucy is left humiliated in front of the world, and Ethan is left wondering who the Lucy is that he was falling in love with. Will the duplicities that have created this humiliation ever come to light? And will the truth emerge too late for the would-be soulmates?

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To enter the LDSWBR Countdown to Summer 2012, leave a thoughtful comment below.

Be sure to comment on each Countdown to Summer 2012 post for more chances to win.

Prizes include a $25 Amazon gift card and the author-donated books listed below. This is raffle-style drawing where all entries throughout the contest period are entered into the same “hat” for all prizes. US only. 18 years and older please. See all contest rules and restrictions HERE.

If you don’t already follow LDSWBR through email, Facebook or Twitter (those cute little book buttons on the sidebar) you may want to consider doing so during the contest so you don’t miss any posts or chances to enter the drawing. Following LDSWBR is not required but it is nice to know that our book reviews are useful to other readers. :)

If one of our LDSWBR reviews has ever helped you find a book you enjoyed, perhaps you would consider helping us spread the word about the LDSWBR Countdown to Summer 2012. A link posted to your friends and family either in email or on your favorite social network would be so greatly appreciated. Thanks!

Book prizes donated by the authors include:

Reality Check by Karen Tuft

Cold Justice by Kathi Oram Peterson

Journey to the Fringe by Kelli Nielsen

Dangerous Favor by Joyce DiPastena (choice of print, Kindle or Nook)

Twitterpated by Melanie Jacobson

Of Grace and Chocolate by Krista Lynne Jensen

 

Winners of the Countdown to Summer 2011 Contest

 Posted by  Countdown to Summer, Special Features
Jun 252011
 

Countdown to Summer 2011 contest winners!


The Countdown to Summer 2011 had an amazing 262 entries by 36 participants. Mindy and I had fun drawing the names of each winner via random.org. Because this is a raffle-style drawing, more entries means more chances to win.

LDSWBR would like to thank everyone who participated in the Countdown to Summer 2011, including the authors. We appreciate each and every one of you.

Without further ado, we present the winners of the Countdown to Summer 2011 contest!

  • The Upside of Down by Rebecca Talley – Lolawid (for following Josi Kilpack’s blog)
  • Gifted by Karey White – Melody A. (for posting on her blog)
  • Bumpy Landings by Donald J. Carey – Bonnie Harris (for following Stephanie Humphreys on Twitter)
  • Captive Heart by Michele Paige Holmes – Bethany (for her comment on the “BLOODBORNE by Gregg Luke” post)
  • The Perfect Fit by Michele Ashman Bell – Julie Coulter Bellon (for following Sarah M. Eden on Twitter)
  • River Whispers by Kathi Oram Perterson – Teresa (for her comment on the “Shades of Gray by Rachel Ann Nunes” post)
  • Hazzardous Universe by Julie Wright & Kevin Wasden – Bethany (for following Stephanie Humphreys on Facebook)
  • Hearts Through Time by Marie Higgins – Julie Coulter Bellon (for posting about the Countdown on Facebook)
  • Double Deceit by Stephanie Humphreys – Gayle Humpherys (for her comment on the “Dearly Departed by Tristi Pinkston” post)
  • The List by Melanie Jacobson – Julie C. (for her comment on “The Perfect Fit by Michele Ashman Bell” post)
  • The Forgotten Locket by Lisa Mangum – Camille Holt (for her comment on “The Perfect Fit by Michele Ashman Bell” post)
  • The Kiss of a Stranger by Sarah M. Eden – Lolawid (for her comment on the “BLOODBORNE by Gregg Luke” post)
  • Blackberry Crumble by Josi S. Kilpack – Cindy Wiser (for following LDSWBR on Facebook)
  • **Bonus Prize** An autographed copy of BLOODBORNE by Gregg Luke (released August 2011) – Lolawid (for her comment on the “Captive Heart by Michele Paige Holmes” post
And the moment you’ve all been waiting for…

the winner of the $50 Amazon gift card goes to–

Lolawid!!


Congratulations to all the winners!

If you are one of our winners, please send an email to ldswbr (at) gmail (dot) com with your mailing address so you can claim your prize.

Have a great summer and KEEP READING!


Less than 72 hours and Lisa Mangum’s The Golden Spiral

 Posted by  Book News, Countdown to Summer, News, Special Features
Jun 222011
 

Summer is finally here!

I’m not just talking about the official “First Day of Summer” that we’ve been counting down to on the LDSWBR blog. I’m talking about the sun! I think I saw the number 90 on the forecast for this week, too.

Speaking (reading?) of the Countdown to Summer 2011– there are less than three days left to enter to win one of 14 great summer reads as well as the $50 Amazon Gift Card up for grabs.

The fastest and easiest way to get the most entries is to comment on each Countdown to Summer 2011 author post. We have really great authors presenting really great books so go check it out, leave a comment and who knows- maybe you’ll be one of our lucky winners!

And speaking (ok, reading) of great books, The Golden Spiral by Lisa Mangum is now available in paperback!

That’s right. Book 2 in Lisa’s highly-enjoyable The Hourglass Door series has been released in paperback and is available for purchase from Deseret Book, Amazon, and Barnes and Noble.

In May of this year, The Golden Spiral was awarded the Silver Medal for the Benjamin Franklin Award and is currently a finalist for the ForeWord Review’s 2010 YA Book of the Year Award.

Congratulations, Lisa!

Lisa also donated a hardcover copy of Book 3 in The Hourglass Door trilogy, The Forgotten Locket, as a prize in our Countdown to Summer 2011 contest. Thanks, Lisa!

So go comment right now. The LDSWBR Countdown to Summer 2011 contest ends Friday, June 24, 2011 at Midnight MDT!

Gifted by Karey White – Countdown to Summer 2011

 Posted by  Countdown to Summer, Special Features
Jun 012011
 

20 days until summer!

LDS Women’s Book Review is excited to kick off our Countdown to Summer 2011. We can’t wait to introduce you to several talented authors with some amazing summer reads. You could win a $50 Amazon gift card as well as several books donated by the authors. See details below!

Karey White was born in Provo, Utah. As the oldest of eleven children, her life has been full of useful and often ridiculous experiences. She attended Ricks College and Brigham Young University.

She endures housework; enjoys traveling, reading, and baking treats; and loves spending time with family and friends. She lives in Cedar Hills, Utah, with her husband, Travis, and their four wonderful children. She is currently working on her next book. Find out more about Karey at kareywhite.blogspot.com.

Learn more about Gifted by Karey White on the Gifted website and on Facebook. Follow Karey White on Twitter: @kareylwhite

LDSWBR: If you had an entire day to read (on the beach, at the lake, by the pool, etc.), what book(s) or genre would you reach for first?

KAREY: A clean romance.

LDSWBR: What book(s) do you look forward to reading the most this summer?

KAREY: Jane’s Fame: How Jane Austen Conquered the World, by Claire Harmon; Our Culture, What’s Left of It, by Theodore Dalrymple; Water for Elephants, by Sarah Gruen

LDSWBR: How would you describe the perfect summer day?

KAREY: Floating in the Lazy River for a few hours, reading for a few hours and eating a toasted BLT and Rocky Road milkshake. Oh, and a nice movie in a cool theater would be nice. I’d like to do all of these things with my family.

LDSWBR: Thank you, Karey. Have a great summer and enjoy the Lazy River!

Gifted by Karey White (Cedar Fort, Inc; February 2011) is available for purchase on the Gifted website, Amazon, Deseret Book, Barnes & Noble, and cedarfort.com.

Do you enjoy relaxing in the Lazy River? Where is your favorite Lazy River located?

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***Countdown to Summer 2011 Contest***

LDSWBR will hold a drawing on June 25, 2011 for a $50 Amazon gift card, as well as a variety of books being offered by some of the LDS authors featured in the Countdown. This will be a raffle-type drawing, so more entries means more chances to win. There are several ways to enter the Countdown to Summer 2011 contest. See details below.

Book prizes generously donated by the authors:

  • The Upside of Down by Rebecca Talley
  • Gifted by Karey White
  • Bumpy Landings by Donald J. Carey
  • Captive Heart by Michele Paige Holmes
  • The Perfect Fit by  Michele Ashman Bell
  • River Whispers by Kathi Oram Perterson
  • Hazzardous Universe by Julie Wright & Kevin Wasden
  • Hearts Through Time by Marie Higgins
  • Double Deceit by Stephanie Humphreys
  • The List by Melanie Jacobson
  • The Forgotten Locket by Lisa Mangum
  • The Kiss of a Stranger by Sarah H. Eden
  • Blackberry Crumble by Josi S. Kilpack
  • **Bonus Prize** An autographed copy of BLOODBORNE by Gregg Luke (released August 2011)

Do ANY of the following to enter:

  • Post a thoughtful comment on the Countdown to Summer 2011 author posts. Comments can be added on any of the author posts anytime during the contest period (June 1, 2011 through June 24, 2011). Only one comment per person per Countdown to Summer author post will be entered into the drawing. Feel free to comment more than once per post if you’d like, but only one comment will be accepted as an entry.
  • Send LDSWBR an email to ldswbr AT gmail DOT com telling us which of the following you have completed. If you already do these things, email us and let us know. Each item gets you 1 entry.
  1. Follow LDS Women’s Book Review on Facebook
  2. Follow @LDSWBR on Twitter
  3. Subscribe to LDSWBR by email (see top right sidebar on website)
  4. Follow LDSWBR with Google Friend Connect (right sidebar beneath “Follow LDSWBR”)
  • On each Countdown to Summer author post, leave a comment telling us which of the following you completed or already do. Each item gets you 1 entry.
  1. Follow the author’s blog (if they have one)
  2. Follow the author on Twitter (if they tweet)
  3. Follow the author on Facebook (if they have a Facebook page)
  • Tweet this message each day. One entry per day. Just copy and paste into your twitter message window to send it (LDSWBR needs to be able to see the tweet): LDSWBR Countdown to Summer 2011 – Enter to win a $50 Amazon gift card & great summer reads! http://bit.ly/kZ5jXw @ldswbr
  • Blog about this contest on your blog then send us the link to your specific blog post. You can find the Countdown graphic badge/button to include in your blog post here. (5 entries)
  • Post the following on your Facebook page (3 entries) then send us an email (ldswbr AT gmail DOT com) telling us that you did: LDSWBR Countdown to Summer 2011 – Enter to win a $50 Amazon gift card & great summer reads! http://bit.ly/kZ5jXw

Here are the rules:

  • Contest ends at 12:00 Midnight MDT on June 24, 2011.
  • Drawing winners will have until 12:00 Midnight MDT on July 2, 2011 to claim their prize. After that time, another name will be drawn to receive the prize.
  • Book prizes can only be shipped within the contiguous United States.
  • LDSWBR reserves the right to decide what determines a “thoughtful” comment.

Let’s keep counting down to summer with some great reads!


LDSWBR Countdown to Summer 2010 Contest

 Posted by  Countdown to Christmas, Special Features
Jun 012010
 

It’s countdown time again!


Some of you may remember our Countdown to Christmas 2009 last year. It was so much fun that we’ve decided to do another countdown for summer!

From June 1 through June 21 on the LDSWBR Blog we will be highlighting different authors and their books that were published, or will be published, between January 1 and July 31 of this year. You are sure to discover several great books to add to your summer reading list.

Just like the last countdown, we will be holding a contest as well. Read on to find out how you can be entered into the drawing for a $25 Amazon gift card, a 3 chapter/30 page critique by author Nichole Giles, and one of 11 awesome books donated by the authors participating in our countdown.

***Countdown to Summer 2010 Contest***

LDSWBR will hold a drawing on June 26, 2010 for a $25 Amazon Gift Card, as well as a variety of books being offered by some of the LDS authors that will be featured on the blog.

Book prizes generously donated by the authors:
  • Abish: Daughter of God by K.C. Grant
  • TRAPPED by Ronda Gibb Hinrichsen
  • The Road Show by Braden Bell
  • Awakening Avery by Laurie Lewis
  • Courting Miss Lancaster by Sarah M. Eden
  • Summer in Paris by Michele Ashman Bell
  • Hometown Girl by Michele Ashman Bell
  • Alma the Younger by Heather (H.B.) Moore
  • Queen in Exile OR The Guise of a Gentleman by Donna Hatch (winner’s choice)
  • The Silence of God by Gale Sears (book or audio- winner’s choice)
  • Dangerous Connections by Julie Coulter Bellon
  • Critique of three chapters (up to 30 pages) from Nichole Giles
How to enter:
  • Post a thoughtful comment on the Countdown to Summer 2010 author posts. Comments can be added on any of the author posts anytime during the contest period (June 1, 2010 through June 21, 2010). Only one comment per person per “Countdown to Summer” author post will be entered into the drawing. Feel free to comment more than once per post if you’d like, but only one comment will be accepted as an entry.
  • Follow us on Twitter: @LDSWBR – then send us a direct message to let us know you want to be entered in the Countdown to Summer 2010 Contest. If you are already a follower you need to send us a direct message telling us you want to be included in the contest.
  • Tweet about that day’s author post using the tweet message included in each author post. Send an email to ldswbr at gmail dot com with the link to your tweet. Only one tweet per day counts so no need to harass your friends :). LDSWBR must be able to see the tweet in order for you to get an entry into the contest.
  • Tweet this message each day (one entry per day). Just copy and paste into your twitter message window to send it: LDSWBR Countdown to Summer 2010 at http://ldswbr.blogspot.com! Enter to win a $25 Amazon Gift Card & some great books! @ldswbr #ldswbr2010
  • Follow LDSWBR on Facebook, then send an email to ldswbr at gmail dot com that you’d like to be entered into the Countdown to Summer 2010 Contest. If you already follow LDSWBR on Facebook, send us an email to let us know you’d like to be included in the contest.
  • Blog about this contest on your blog in a post that includes the link to the LDSWBR blog, then send us the link to your specific blog post.

Here are the rules:

  • LDSWBR reserves the right to decide what determines a “thoughtful” comment.
  • Contest ends at 12:00 Midnight MDT on June 25, 2010. Drawing winners will have until 12:00 Midnight MDT on July 3, 2010 to claim their prize. After that time, another name will be drawn to receive the prize.
  • Book prizes can only be shipped within the contiguous United States.
Please join us in counting down to summer with some great reads!


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