Heather (H.B.) Moore – Countdown to Christmas 2009

 Posted by  Countdown to Christmas, Special Features
Dec 042009
 
21 Days until Christmas!

Heather (H.B.) Moore has published seven books, including the four-part Out of Jerusalem series. Her most recent releases include Alma, sequel to her novel Abinadi, and All is Bright: A Collection of True Christmas Stories. Her next book, Alma the Younger, is planned for a tentative Fall 2010 release. Heather is also working on Women of the Book of Mormon, with a tentative release sometime in 2010.

Heather’s books may be purchased at www.deseretbook.com, www.seagullbook.com, or in LDS bookstores.

More about Heather: Heather Moore is the award-winning author of the historical series, Out of Jerusalem, and writes under the pen name H.B. Moore. The next series begins with Abinadi, which won both the 2008 Whitney for Best Historical and the 2009 Best of State in Literary Arts; its sequel Alma was recently released by Covenant Communications. Heather graduated from Brigham Young University with a major in Fashion Merchandising and minor in Business Management—which has nothing to do with writing novels. But at least she can balance a mean checkbook and color-coordinate her kids’ school clothes. Heather loves to hear from readers at: www.hbmoore.com or if you’re an aspiring writer, she also manages the editing company: www.precisioneditinggroup.com.

Visit Heather on her blog: My Writer’s Lair


LDSWBR: Heather, what favorite Holiday traditions do you and your family participate in every year? Will you be starting any new traditions this year?

HEATHER: Christmas Eve is my favorite time of the Christmas season. We have a crab dinner with my family and re-enact the Christmas story, in one form or another. My dad reads the story of Christ’s birth out of the Book of Luke to the grandchildren. This year my parents are in Jerusalem, so we’ll have to carry on the tradition with our own little family.

LDSWBR: What books are on your Christmas wish list?

HEATHER: I deserve a lump of coal—I’ve already purchased or borrowed the books on my wish list. I’m impatient! For a list of clean books I’ve read this year, check out my blog post: Whitney Nominations and 2 more reviews.

LDSWBR: What books do you plan on purchasing/have you purchased as gifts for loved ones this Christmas?

HEATHER: The Christmas List, by Richard Paul Evans; Farworld 2: Land Keep, by J. Scott Savage; My Fair Godmother, by Janette Rallison

LDSWBR: Thanks for sharing your traditions with us, Heather.


Does anyone else eat seafood for Christmas Eve dinner? Do you have a favorite seafood recipe?

Don’t forget to nominate your favorite 2009 books by LDS authors for Whitney Awards by December 31! Can’t remember what you read? Visit the LDS Publisher blog for a list of books published by LDS authors in 2009.



***Countdown to Christmas Contest***


LDSWBR will hold a drawing on Christmas Day for a $25 eGift Card from Deseret Book, as well as a variety of books being offered by some of the LDS authors that will be featured on the blog. Simply post a thoughtful comment on the Countdown to Christmas author posts to enter. Here are the rules:

  • LDSWBR reserves the right to decide what determines a “thoughtful” comment.
  • Only one comment per person per “Countdown to Christmas” author post will be entered into the drawing. This allows the potential for 24 entries per person at the end of the contest. Feel free to comment more than once per post if you’d like, but only one comment will be accepted as an entry.
  • Contest ends at 12:00 Midnight MST on December 24, 2009. Drawing winners will have until 12:00 Midnight MST on December 31, 2009 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.

Books that have been generously donated by the author for drawing prizes:

  • Loyalty’s Web by Joyce DiPastena
  • Hidden Branch by G.G. Vandagriff
  • Altared Plans by Rebecca Talley
  • A Modest Proposal by Michele Ashman Bell (includes a bonus copy of Michele’s Christmas booklet, A Candle in the Window)
  • Her Good Name by Josi Kilpack
  • MISSING by Ronda Gibb Hinrichsen
  • Famous Family Nights by Anne Bradshaw
  • Love Letters of Joseph and Emma (autographed copy) by Angela Eschler
  • Family Home Evening Adventures by Rebecca Irvine
  • Counting the Cost by Liz Adair
  • Shudder by Jennie Hansen
  • Mormon Mishaps and Mischief by D.N. Giles & C.L. Beck
  • Dawn’s Early Light by Laurie (L.C.) Lewis
  • The Fairy Thorn (brand new release!) by Dorothy Keddington

Thank you so much!

Annette Lyon and Heather Moore – Episode 35

 Posted by  Book Reviews, Shanda's Reviews
Aug 122009
 

Sheila and I spent a pleasant afternoon with authors Annette Lyon & Heather Moore recording Episode 35 of the LDSWBR podcast. Annette’s most recent novel, Tower of Strength, was released this past spring. Heather’s newest book, Alma, a continuation of her previous book, Abinadi, will be released this fall. Annette & Heather are two of the sweetest ladies you’ll ever meet. While Heather is dark-haired and quiet and Annette is blonde and bit more outspoken, their friendship is apparent in the way the support and encourage each other.

During the podcast, we spoke about the different experiences they’ve had researching their historical novels. Heather and Annette are both thorough in their research as well as sincere about telling an inspiring, uplifting story.

Heather Moore spent several years in the Holy Land, and was baptized in the Red Sea. Her book, Alma, tells the story of one of the wicked priests of King Noah after his conversion, covering the gathering of believers at the Waters of Mormon and beyond, and what events may have transpired during that time. I was thrilled to be asked to read and review Alma. As much as I liked Abinadi, I enjoyed Alma even more. Heather tells the story of Raquel and Maia, as well as Alma and Helam, in such a personal and unforgettable way that it was quite easy to imagine myself there. I can’t wait to see what Heather has in store for the future.

When Annette Lyon wrote her first Temple novel, House on the Hill, she had no idea it was only the first in a series. Tower of Strength, book four of the Temple Series, is set during the construction of the Manti temple. Tabitha and Samuel have both suffered difficult losses. As a single parent far from family, Tabitha has had to be strong to take care of herself and her son, Will. Samuel arrives in Manti from London and accepts work in a stable full of unpleasant and unfamiliar tasks involving cleaning up after farm animals. His frustration and loneliness lead him to question why he needed to come to Zion at all, especially after losing the one person he wanted to be with in Zion. You can watch a trailer for Tower of Strength here.

Annette also recently released a wonderful resource- There, Their, They’re: A No-Tears Guide to Grammar From the Word Nerd, available through Amazon, Lyfe Books, and Create Space.

Tower of Strength and Alma come highly recommended from LDSWBR. Thanks to Heather and Annette for all the hard work and research, as well as the good conversation! Listen to Episode 35 and enjoy!

Happy Reading!

Episode 35- Interview with Authors Annette Lyon and Heather (H.B.) Moore

 Posted by  2009 Podcasts, Podcasts
Jul 092009
 
Podcast for July 9, 2009
Episode 35

Authors Annette Lyon and Heather Moore delighted us with their presence in Episode 35!  These two talented women have published several novels and have more on the way.  Don’t miss this episode!

[podcast]http://www.ldswomensbookreview.com/shows/2009-07-09/ldswbr_episode35_07-09-09.mp3[/podcast]

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