Monday, February 1, 2016
CHAPPY'S WEIGHT LOSS SOLUTION by CHAPLIN DICK PHELPS
The author has a great passion for weight loss and in helping firefighters who struggle with their weight. It is a short book packed with many helpful tips and a website to help encourage those who want to eat healthy and live healthy. "Shame may be the single most common experience of those dealing with food issues." For some that statement is so true and also very painful. Many of us try different weight loss programs with little results. Sometimes we reach our goal, only to regain all the lost pounds a few months later.
The author encourages firefighters not to live in shame but to take control of their health. I loved how he shared his own experience with weight loss and how he found a program that worked for him. The book is geared toward firefighters, but I'm sure any of us could apply his useful tools to help us with our desire to lose weight. He gives us several plans that could be helpful in losing weight. The author also shared how faith can play a big role in your attitude and help you through the struggles you may face as you find a solution for a healthy lifestyle. At the end of the book he has included some very helpful resources and insights that are included in his website. This is a great tool to start your way to a healthy lifestyle and the author's dedication is very encouraging. I liked that this The book is very uplifting and the author is very dedicated to helping firefighters as they find a weight loss plan that will work for them.
I received a copy of this book from The BookClub Network for an honest review.
The author encourages firefighters not to live in shame but to take control of their health. I loved how he shared his own experience with weight loss and how he found a program that worked for him. The book is geared toward firefighters, but I'm sure any of us could apply his useful tools to help us with our desire to lose weight. He gives us several plans that could be helpful in losing weight. The author also shared how faith can play a big role in your attitude and help you through the struggles you may face as you find a solution for a healthy lifestyle. At the end of the book he has included some very helpful resources and insights that are included in his website. This is a great tool to start your way to a healthy lifestyle and the author's dedication is very encouraging. I liked that this The book is very uplifting and the author is very dedicated to helping firefighters as they find a weight loss plan that will work for them.
I received a copy of this book from The BookClub Network for an honest review.
Sunday, January 31, 2016
Pennies from Burger Heaven ~ ~ Blog Tour* & Giveaway
Pennies from Burger Heaven
by Marcy McKay
Genre: Literary Suspense
Publisher: SkipJack Publishing
Date of Publication: December 28, 2015
# of pages: 340
Eleven-year-old Copper Daniels is homeless and alone. She spends her nights sleeping beneath the cemetery’s Warrior Angel statue for protection, and
her days battling the mean streets of Remington, Texas, hell-bent on discovering what happened the night her Mama disappeared. While Copper and
her rag-tag group of friends find danger at every corner, two horrors are certain:
her Mama’s really missing and someone’s after Copper, too.
In the tradition of The Lovely Bones and Room, Pennies from Burger Heaven
tells a dark story through the eyes of a child. With
wit and wisdom, Copper Daniels will steal your heart,then break it in two.
Awards for Pennies from Burger Heaven:
*Winner – Writers’ League of Texas: Best Mainstream Novel
*Winner – Frontiers in Writing: Best Mainstream Novel
*Winner – Frontiers in Writing: Best of Show
Praise for Pennies from Burger Heaven
“Against the gritty backdrop of an inner-city ghetto rises the unforgettable voice of
eleven-year-old Copper ‘Penny’ Daniels, offering poignant and heartbreaking insights
into the horrors and trials of homeless life on the streets, finding heaven where you l
east expect it, and help in those you never thought to ask.”
– A.G. Howard, New York Times Bestselling Author of the Splintered Series
“At once disturbing and exhilarating, heartbreaking and heartwarming, Pennies is the
– A.G. Howard, New York Times Bestselling Author of the Splintered Series
“At once disturbing and exhilarating, heartbreaking and heartwarming, Pennies is the
story of an undying love between a mother and daughter. It grabs you by the
heartstrings from the start and won’t let you go, even after you’ve read the last word.”
– Ken Oder, author of The Closing and Old Wounds to the Heart
“Debut novelist McKay infuses Pennies from Burger Heaven with wit, charm and
moxie, so much so that the achingly beautifulness of Copper Daniels’ life sneaks up
on you. All of this wrapped around a mystery that is fast-paced and rife with tension,
with a satisfying series of twists. Can’t wait for the next Burger Heavennovel.”
– Pamela Fagan Hutchins, author of the Katie & Annalise mystery series
Copper Daniels is just eleven years old and living on the streets with her mom.
Everyday is a struggle to eat and survive. They try to find places to get free food and
a place to sleep, but it seems to be getting harder to do. Copper is a very tough young
girl with grit and determination. When her mom turns up missing , Copper must
depend on the few friends she has to find shelter and help her look for her mom.
Marcy McKay knew she wanted to write stories the
moment she read about Oompa Loompas in the
fourth grade. She’s an award-winning short-story
author and copywriter, as well as a freelance journalist.
Her work has appeared in Writer’s Digest, Accent West,
Roots & Wings, The Write Practice, Write to Done,
– Pamela Fagan Hutchins, author of the Katie & Annalise mystery series
Everyday is a struggle to eat and survive. They try to find places to get free food and
a place to sleep, but it seems to be getting harder to do. Copper is a very tough young
girl with grit and determination. When her mom turns up missing , Copper must
depend on the few friends she has to find shelter and help her look for her mom.
I found it very intriguing to read the different names the author uses for the group
of people Copper has contact with. It was a bit hard to understand at first , then I
realized this is part of a language that Copper uses on the street to identify different
people. It was somewhat slang terms that are often referred to as stereo typical ,
which for some could be found offensive. She must now try to solve the mystery
of her mom's disappearance and try to stay one step ahead of someone who is out
to hurt her.
of people Copper has contact with. It was a bit hard to understand at first , then I
realized this is part of a language that Copper uses on the street to identify different
people. It was somewhat slang terms that are often referred to as stereo typical ,
which for some could be found offensive. She must now try to solve the mystery
of her mom's disappearance and try to stay one step ahead of someone who is out
to hurt her.
The story is written with such realism that you can visualize Copper walking the
streets at night looking for shelter. The author holds nothing make and I found myself
so engrossed in the story, I couldn't put it down. There are times in the book that the
vivid details were hard to read, but I appreciate the darkness and evils that plagued
Copper as she raced to save her mom.
The book is a heart pounding story of Copper as she relies on street smarts to
survive in a world where she is abandoned by those she thought would never
leave her. The ending is powerful and reminds me of good vs evil as the story
leaves you in the edge of your seat.
streets at night looking for shelter. The author holds nothing make and I found myself
so engrossed in the story, I couldn't put it down. There are times in the book that the
vivid details were hard to read, but I appreciate the darkness and evils that plagued
Copper as she raced to save her mom.
The book is a heart pounding story of Copper as she relies on street smarts to
survive in a world where she is abandoned by those she thought would never
leave her. The ending is powerful and reminds me of good vs evil as the story
leaves you in the edge of your seat.
I received a copy of this book from Lone Star Book Blog Tours for an honest review.
moment she read about Oompa Loompas in the
fourth grade. She’s an award-winning short-story
author and copywriter, as well as a freelance journalist.
Her work has appeared in Writer’s Digest, Accent West,
Roots & Wings, The Write Practice, Write to Done,
and Positive Writer and Jane Friedman. Marcy
lives in Texas with her husband and two teens, who all
still like her…most of the time. McKay is a member of the
lives in Texas with her husband and two teens, who all
still like her…most of the time. McKay is a member of the
Writers’ League of Texas and the Texas High Plains Writers.
3 WINNERS WILL WIN THEIR CHOICE OF AN eBOOK OR PRINT COPY OF PENNIES FROM BURGER HEAVEN.
Check out these other great blog stops on the tour!
1/18 My Book Fix Blog -- Review
1/19 Hall Ways -- Promo
1/20 The Page Unbound -- Author Interview
1/21 bookishjessp -- Guest Post
1/22 Because This is My Life Y'all -- Review
1/23 The Crazy Booksellers -- Promo
1/24 All for the Love of the Word -- Author Interview
1/25 Books and Broomsticks -- Guest Post
1/26 Blogging for the Love of Authors and Their Books -- Promo
1/27 Missus Gonzo -- Review
1/28 The Librarian Talks -- Guest Post
1/29 Belle Whittington on Tumblr -- Author Interview
1/30 Book Crazy Gals -- Promo
1/31 Secret Asian Girl -- Review
2/1 Texas Book-aholic -- Review
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Taylor Cabot an ER nurse, has recently lost her husband in a tragic accident. She feels guilt because they argued the night of the accident. As the third anniversary of his death is coming up, she decides that it is time to move on, to live again and perhaps let a man back into her life. Has she truly let go? Has she been through all the steps of grieving?
Seth Donovan is a crisis chaplain and was friends with Taylor at one time. He worries that she is not moving on and wants to help her out. They find themselves working together when a terrible accident occurs at a kite festival. A plane is out of control and is barreling down on the crowd. Taylor rushes down to help and together with Seth they begin to help the people. Seth is very dedicated to his faith and the author writes his character as a caring person who is not preachy but does share his faith with gentle and kinds words .
Later at the hospital, they have to deliver hard news to someone who just lost their loved one. Taylor and Seth work very well together on the crisis team. They both have a comforting tone and are able to speak to the victim's family and assure them they are there to help with whatever is needed. It must be a very emotionally draining job to deliver heartbreaking news.
The characters are well versed in medical language and helps the story flow with precision. The author delivers a fast past action packed story with details that are precise and believable as they race to save patients. Her attention to detail is always seen in each of her books, and brings the medical field to the forefront with her gifted knowledge of a hospital. It ls like watching a scene from the show "ER" where orders are being given, nurses are rushing around and the action is swift and fast
.
When a car accident occurs several members of the hospital staff are involved. As the investigation begins, the question arises that it could have been a deliberate act. Who was out to hurt someone that day? This is where the real mystery begins. Several characters lives will be forever changed as the investigation takes a suspicious turn toward someone on staff?
I especially liked Sloane. She was a complicated woman with a secret that could hurt several people. She had a guilty conscious about something and her character was very well developed with an attitude of hardness and hate toward others. The author showed her vulnerable side and gave us insight to the pain that stays with guilt overtakes your life. The story is about a crisis team that works together to comfort others and along the way help each other. It is not easy to let go of a loved one and the book draws on that with compassion and a beautifully written story. Once again the author has delivered a superb story with mystery, hurting people and a touch of romance. Not everything is easy to overcome . Sometimes all you can do is go STEP BY STEP.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from Tyndale Blog Network for an honest review.
Seth Donovan is a crisis chaplain and was friends with Taylor at one time. He worries that she is not moving on and wants to help her out. They find themselves working together when a terrible accident occurs at a kite festival. A plane is out of control and is barreling down on the crowd. Taylor rushes down to help and together with Seth they begin to help the people. Seth is very dedicated to his faith and the author writes his character as a caring person who is not preachy but does share his faith with gentle and kinds words .
Later at the hospital, they have to deliver hard news to someone who just lost their loved one. Taylor and Seth work very well together on the crisis team. They both have a comforting tone and are able to speak to the victim's family and assure them they are there to help with whatever is needed. It must be a very emotionally draining job to deliver heartbreaking news.
The characters are well versed in medical language and helps the story flow with precision. The author delivers a fast past action packed story with details that are precise and believable as they race to save patients. Her attention to detail is always seen in each of her books, and brings the medical field to the forefront with her gifted knowledge of a hospital. It ls like watching a scene from the show "ER" where orders are being given, nurses are rushing around and the action is swift and fast
.
When a car accident occurs several members of the hospital staff are involved. As the investigation begins, the question arises that it could have been a deliberate act. Who was out to hurt someone that day? This is where the real mystery begins. Several characters lives will be forever changed as the investigation takes a suspicious turn toward someone on staff?
I especially liked Sloane. She was a complicated woman with a secret that could hurt several people. She had a guilty conscious about something and her character was very well developed with an attitude of hardness and hate toward others. The author showed her vulnerable side and gave us insight to the pain that stays with guilt overtakes your life. The story is about a crisis team that works together to comfort others and along the way help each other. It is not easy to let go of a loved one and the book draws on that with compassion and a beautifully written story. Once again the author has delivered a superb story with mystery, hurting people and a touch of romance. Not everything is easy to overcome . Sometimes all you can do is go STEP BY STEP.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from Tyndale Blog Network for an honest review.
AUTHOR Q & A
http://mediacenter.tyndale.com/downloads/press_kits/StepbyStepQA.pdfFriday, January 29, 2016
LOVE SO DIVINE by JoANN DURGIN
Heather is a beautiful woman who is a ballerina and comes from a very wealthy family. She is a very determined outspoken person who has aspirations to become a marketing director someday. She does have some things from her childhood that have plagued her few awhile. It has hampered her ability to have a relationship with anyone and she knows that she needs to let the past go.
Chase is a strikingly handsome man who is a youth pastor. He has a deep commitment to his faith and is always available when a young person needs help. His relationship with his dad is strained at times due to his past bad choices, but Chase is always there to help him. His past is heartbreaking and he still blames himself for not being able to help his friend when she needed it the most.
What happens when a wealthy young woman and a youth pastor meet at a wedding? They come from different backgrounds, but does God have a plan for them?
I have read several of the authors' books, but this one is the most beautiful story of faith, forgiveness and love I have ever read. The characters are written with flaws that the author uses to bring them closer to God and to show their vulnerability . We all want to be accepted and loved, but what if we had things from the past that keep us guarded around others? Can Heather find a way to forgive her father and finally break the chains that have held her captive in bitterness and mistrust? Will Chase be able to reach the kids that are walking through a troubled time and steer them to the One who saves?
I loved how the author wrote about the attraction between Heather and Chase without rushing it. The story was so well written I couldn't put it down. It draws on your emotions and guides you with scriptures toward a story that will stay with you forever. This is a love story not just between two people, but also with God as the author's words delicately dance across the pages. I highly recommend this book to anyone who likes a clean faith filled romance that shares about forgiveness and accepting others.
"It's how we respond to our circumstances that make all the difference."
Chase is a strikingly handsome man who is a youth pastor. He has a deep commitment to his faith and is always available when a young person needs help. His relationship with his dad is strained at times due to his past bad choices, but Chase is always there to help him. His past is heartbreaking and he still blames himself for not being able to help his friend when she needed it the most.
What happens when a wealthy young woman and a youth pastor meet at a wedding? They come from different backgrounds, but does God have a plan for them?
I have read several of the authors' books, but this one is the most beautiful story of faith, forgiveness and love I have ever read. The characters are written with flaws that the author uses to bring them closer to God and to show their vulnerability . We all want to be accepted and loved, but what if we had things from the past that keep us guarded around others? Can Heather find a way to forgive her father and finally break the chains that have held her captive in bitterness and mistrust? Will Chase be able to reach the kids that are walking through a troubled time and steer them to the One who saves?
I loved how the author wrote about the attraction between Heather and Chase without rushing it. The story was so well written I couldn't put it down. It draws on your emotions and guides you with scriptures toward a story that will stay with you forever. This is a love story not just between two people, but also with God as the author's words delicately dance across the pages. I highly recommend this book to anyone who likes a clean faith filled romance that shares about forgiveness and accepting others.
"It's how we respond to our circumstances that make all the difference."
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