Thursday, November 12, 2026

Eye of the Beholder Tour & Giveaway

About the Book

Book: Eye of the Beholder

Author: Linda Shenton Matchett

Genre: Christian Historical Romance

Release Date: June 30, 2026

Shunned for his appearance, a disfigured veteran encounters acceptance and love where he least expects it.

Left with physical and emotional scars after the Great War, Hank Drake has been shunned by polite society as the Ugly Duckling. Fine by him. He’d much rather be alone. Until he meets the kind proprietress of a tea stand at New York’s World’s Fair who isn’t repulsed by his appearance. Can he hope for acceptance…or even love?

Grace Sutton has no interest in marrying and is tired of her parent’s snide comments that she’s still single on the eve of her 40th birthday. After she loses her job thanks to budget cuts, she decides it’s time to follow her dream of feeding others. Armed with Mrs. Canfield’s cookbook, she opens a refreshment stand at the World’s Fair unaware how one man will turn her life upside down and upset the apple…er, tea cart.

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About the Author

Linda Shenton Matchett writes happily-ever-after historical Christian fiction about second chances and women who overcome life’s challenges to be better versions of themselves.

A native of Baltimore, Maryland, she was born a stone’s throw from Fort McHenry (of Star-Spangled Banner fame) and has lived in historical places all her life. She is a volunteer docent and archivist at the Wright Museum of WWII. She now lives in central New Hampshire where she explores the history of this great state, immerses herself in the imaginary worlds created by other authors, and drinks copious amounts of tea.

More from Linda

Dear Reader:

Eye of the Beholder is a retelling of Hans Christian Andersen’s fairytale The Ugly Duckling, set during the 1939 New York World’s Fair. The story is part of the Apron Strings series that is tied together by Mrs. Canfield’s Cookery Book. Below is one of my mother’s recipes that is included in the cookbook. Enjoy!

Snickerdoodles

Makes about five dozen cookies

1 Cup shortening (part butter)

1 ½ Cup sugar

2 eggs, well beaten

2 ⅔ Cup AP flour, sifted

2 teaspoons cream of tartar

1 teaspoon baking soda

¼ teaspoon salt

For rolling dough:

2 tablespoons sugar

2 teaspoons cinnamon

Cream together shortening, sugar, and eggs. Sift together flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt, then slowly combine with the creamed mixture. Roll dough into balls the size of small walnuts. Roll dough into sugar and cinnamon mixture. Place on an ungreased baking sheet two inches apart. Bake at 400 degrees for 8-10 minutes. (Cookies will puff up, then flatten out).

MY REVIEW

A big thank you to the author for another beautiful story where Jesus shines. Throughout the book we see how God works in lives to help them overcome struggles. I admired Grace and her courage to seek a friendship out where rejection could happen. Her family seems to think she is old because she has never married. Grace knows God will show her the right person in His timing. Her little quaint set up with tea and other goodies really draws people to her at the fair.

Hank is so sure that everyone points at his scars that he hardly goes out anywhere. He is bitter over the war and how it changed his life. He doesn’t fit in and at times thinks of himself as an ugly duckling. Oh but he will soon learn that not everyone judges him by his outer looks. God sees us and knows our hidden scars as well. I liked how he became friends with Grace. Her faith is strong and I like how she encourages Hank.

I can’t overlook the author’s research about the war and gives readers details that remind us of the devastation many faced. Not only did people struggle financially, but emotionally as lives were lost. Some came back with visible scars but some scars no one can see. I love how this book addresses how we need to focus on God and not allow appearances to turn us away from others. We all have experienced the feeling of not being good enough but in this book you will see how God will heal those insecurities.

I received a copy of this book from Celebrate Lit. The review is my own opinion.

Blog Stops

Texas Book-aholic, November 12

Debbie’s Dusty Deliberations, November 13

Truth and Grace Homeschool Academy, November 14

Books Less Travelled, November 15 (Author Interview)

For Him and My Family, November 16

Leslie’s Library Escape, November 17

Happily Managing a Household of Boys, November 18

Tell Tale Book Reviews, November 19 (Author Interview)

Devoted To Hope, November 20

Mary Hake, November 20

Books You Can Feel Good About, November 21

The Bookish Pilgrim, November 22

Paula’s Pad of Inspiration, November 23 (Author Interview)

Vicky Sluiter, November 24

Holly’s Book Corner, November 24

For the Love of Literature, November 25 (Author Interview)

Giveaway

To celebrate her tour, Linda is giving away the grand prize of a $25 Visa gift card and a signed copy of the book!!

Be sure to comment on the blog stops for extra entries into the giveaway! Click the link below to enter.

https://gleam.io/LBYgX/eye-of-the-beholder-celebration-tour-giveaway

Monday, November 9, 2026

The Wolfschild Tour & Giveaway

About the Book

Book: The Wolfschild and the King

Author: Saraiah Dunmar

Genre: Christian Fantasy

Release Date: January, 2026

By the time Zaera reaches her sixteenth spring, she is longing for the end of her rite of passage. Having survived eight long years among wolves in the wild, she is finally worthy to marry whatever young man is sent to find her and bring her back to her tribe. So when an injury results in rejection by both the suitors and her wolves, she is left crushed, alone, and hopeless—and bitter at the so-called Author-King, the tyrant god who cares nothing for mortals, who has either completely ignored her or deliberately ruined her life.

Then a young foreigner finds her and offers her a place among his people, and Zaera seizes the opportunity to find acceptance and love. But new problems arise. How long will it be before someone she loves is killed or captured in the minotaur raids that take place every summer? Why won’t their king do anything to protect them? What is behind the strange natural phenomena that have begun to erode the balance of nature? And most importantly, will Zaera’s new family reject her when they discover she hates their beloved Author-King?

With a growing rift between her and those she holds dear, and secrets pointing to a crisis greater than anyone could have imagined, Zaera is faced with a choice: take matters into her own hands by fleeing back to the lonely freedom of the wilderness, or follow the path laid out for her by the unseen hand writing the story of her life.

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About the Author

Saraiah Dunmar didn’t set out to be a writer. But the stories in her head had other plans. Inspired by tales that weave faith and fantasy together, she seeks to write stories that serve as a mirror of the truth, rather than merely an escape.

She currently writes books set in the world she made up as a teenager. Like Peter and Susan, she got too old to visit that world herself, but writing about it is the next best thing. Or possibly even better.

Her love of the outdoors, the ocean, animals, music, and other languages and cultures means that there will probably be a fair mix of all of the above in her stories. And she also loves her Lord Jesus Christ, and the great Story He authored as the Creator and Savior of the world. She hopes her stories honor Him and point others to truth.

More from Saraiah

It’s a little daunting to share a story and a world with strangers, especially when that world has been such a part of me for so long!

I began worldbuilding in middle school, and the world of this story took on its present shape when I was probably in high school. Three of the characters in this book—Zaera, Davead, and Aiedelvais—have been around for nearly as long. In the nearly two decades since then, there have been so many changes. The world has changed, the characters have changed (even their names are different)—and I myself have changed!

In the early days, God was not a direct part of the world. He was part of my life of course, but it seemed sacrilegious to have a god figure in my made-up world. Perhaps that was why none of the early story attempts never really stuck. But then I was introduced to several excellent Christian fantasy series, and I was completely captivated at how the blend of faith and fantasy could be used to illustrate Biblical truths and provide a mirror in which to look at our own lives. I wanted to do that, too.

Stories of redemption, surrender, and sacrifice have always moved me. And then one day a concept of this book’s conclusion came to mind. Like a tiny, dormant seed, it stayed with me for several years. That seed eventually became Chapter 28. And when that seed finally sprouted and I realized I had what looked like a viable story concept, I pulled out K. M. Weiland’s guide to outlining novels and decided to give it a shot. Three years later, the book was finished.

I hope you enjoy Zaera’s story! Wherever you are in your journey, I hope it encourages you to look for God’s unseen hand in your own life. For He is truly the best Author of the best stories!

MY REVIEW

An intriguing story that demands attention and gives readers much to look forward to. I like how the author carefully develops her characters so we can understand them better. I liked how Zaera searches for a place to belong. Acceptance and family are at the center of this story. We as readers need to see the yearning Zaera has to make the right decisions.

The story is easy to follow and has a bit of suspense as well as examining what is importantly to you. I can’t imagine being raised among wolves or having a king who cares so little for others. Big decisions will be made and heart searching will find a character making choices that may be extremely difficult.

I received a copy of this book from Celebrate Lit. The review is my own opinion.

Blog Stops

The Lofty Pages, November 5

Simple Harvest Reads, November 6 (Author Interview)

Artistic Nobody, November 7 (Author Interview)

Guild Master, November 8 (Author Interview)

Fiction Book Lover, November 9 (Author Interview)

Texas Book-aholic, November 9

The Bookish Ledger, November 10 (Author Interview)

The Quiet Bookmark, November 11 (Author Interview)

For the Love of Literature, November 12 (Author Interview)

By the Book, November 13

Tell Tale Book Reviews, November 14 (Author Interview)

Blossoms and Blessings, November 15 (Author Interview)

Stories By Gina, November 16 (Author Interview)

Books, Books, & More Books, November 17 (Author Interview)

Debbie’s Dusty Deliberations, November 17

A Modern Day Fairy Tale, November 18 (Author Interview)

Giveaway

To celebrate her tour, Saraiah is giving away the grand prize of a $50 Amazon gift card and a copy of the book!!

Be sure to comment on the blog stops for extra entries into the giveaway! Click the link below to enter.

https://gleam.io/t2cTN/the-wolfschild-and-the-king-celebration-tour-giveaway

Saturday, November 7, 2026

One Day Gone Tour & Giveaway

About the Book

Book: One Day Gone: A Mylas Grey Mystery

Author: Luana Ehrlich

Genre: Christian Mystery

Release Date: October 29, 2019

Mylas Grey is a private investigator but don’t call him a private detective.

That title belongs to his father—not to him.

Mylas is the Chief Investigator for Senator Davis Allen, the chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee. His job is to run background investigations of the President’s judicial nominees.

But then Lizzie, the Senator’s daughter, goes missing from her apartment.

And just like that, Mylas finds himself back in his hometown of Columbia, Missouri.

Discovering why she disappeared isn’t easy . . .

Lizzie has a reputation for doing the unexpected, so it’s possible she left town to be alone for a while, or to conduct research for her college newspaper, or simply to visit with friends.

Staying focused on the investigation isn’t easy . . .

Mylas finds himself getting distracted from the investigation when he meets a beautiful photographer who makes him question his rejection of Christianity.

Identifying a suspect isn’t easy . . .

Did Lizzie’s boyfriend play a role? Is a judge connected to Lizzie’s disappearance? What about Lizzie’s roommate?

So many suspects. So little time.

One Day Gone, Book I in the Mylas Grey Mystery Series, is a clean, suspenseful, fast-paced mystery, involving complex relationships, a fledgling romance, and a man’s search for happiness in all the wrong places.

If you enjoy an engaging, multilayered mystery with a vulnerable, endearing hero, someone who will make you cry one minute and laugh the next, you’ll love this book!

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About the Author

Luana is a USA Today bestselling author, Carol Award finalist, and former missionary to Costa Rica and Venezuela. She developed her passion for mystery novels at an early age, but she didn’t write her own mystery/suspense/thrillers until her husband retired from the ministry.

Now, she writes from an undisclosed location to escape the torture of mundane housework, grocery shopping, and golf stories. However, she’s been known to come out of hiding to visit with her two grandsons or to enjoy a Starbucks caramel macchiato. She and her husband, James, are long‑time residents of Norman, Oklahoma.

More from Luana

Here’s a peek into how an author develops a protagonist for a new series. WARNING: This might be scary to some people.

When I decided to write a mystery series, I knew I wanted the protagonist, Mylas Grey, to be an investigator, but I wasn’t sure what kind. Private? Police? Corporate? All I knew was that I wanted him to be unique in some way. But what way?

At the same time, I was trying to decide where he would work—big city, small town, rural area. Washington, D.C., immediately came to mind, because I could just imagine all the mysteries Mylas might encounter there.

Once I started thinking about Washington, I naturally thought about Congress, congressional aides, journalists, lobbyists, and all the people who move in and out of that world. That led me to wonder if Mylas could work for a senator. After doing some research, I discovered that some senators—particularly those serving on the Judiciary Committee—have investigators on their staffs.

And just like that, the idea was born: Mylas Grey would be the chief investigator for Senator Davis Allen, where one of his responsibilities would be investigating the backgrounds of the President’s judicial nominees.

But that only answered one question.

Who was Mylas Grey? How did he become an investigator? Where was he born? Who were his parents? Was he married? Was he a Christian?

There isn’t enough room here to explain how I answered all those questions—and you should be thankful for that—but I promise the answers are revealed in One Day Gone.

Here’s one hint: Senator Allen sends Mylas back to his hometown to find his missing daughter. While he’s there, Mylas reconnects with his sometimes overbearing but loving family and meets Whitney Engel, a woman who not only helps him solve the case but also helps him discover the One who’s been missing from his life.

MY REVIEW

The story begins with some background information on Mylas our star character. This helps readers get familiar with his talents and passion for his work. We also are introduced to the inner workings of a senator. Mylas impressed me with his quick thinking and willingness to ask the hard questions when investigating.

We have all watched shows where the private investigator pieces together a person’s last whereabouts when they turn up missing. What I liked was how the author kept the story interesting with clues and subtle hints to help readers try to solve the mystery. It’s a good story with no violence and an easy book to read.

I received a copy of this book from Celebrate Lit. The review is my own opinion.

Blog Stops

Book Reviews From An Avid Reader, November 4

Simple Harvest Reads, November 5 (Author Interview)

For Him and My Family, November 5

Debbie’s Dusty Deliberations, November 6

Texas Book-aholic, November 7

Artistic Nobody, November 8 (Author Interview)

Truth and Grace Homeschool Academy, November 9

Happily Managing a Household of Boys, November 10

Guild Master, November 11 (Author Interview)

Devoted To Hope, November 12

Betti Mace, November 13

Fiction Book Lover, November 14 (Author Interview)

The Bookish Ledger, November 15 (Author Interview)

Mary Hake, November 15

Cover Lover Book Review, November 16

Lily’s Corner, November 17

Giveaway

To celebrate her tour, Luana is giving away the grand prize of a $50 Amazon gift card and a signed copy of the book!!

Be sure to comment on the blog stops for extra entries into the giveaway! Click the link below to enter.

https://gleam.io/Y9Q1I/one-day-gone-celebration-tour-giveaway

A Plain Confession Tour & Giveaway

About the Book

Book: A Plain Confession

Author: Suzanne Woods Fisher

Genre: Amish Fiction

Release Date: October 20, 2026

Sam Mustang has come to Stoney Ridge with one purpose–to make amends before his time runs out. An outsider with a past he can’t undo, he finds unexpected companionship in Darcy Delaney, a traveling nurse whose restless spirit is steadied as Sam teaches her and young Gus Troyer the wonder of stargazing.

But the stars aren’t the only things shifting in Stoney Ridge. Dok Stoltzfus is thrust back into the hardest chapter of her life when the child she once fostered returns. His presence stirs complicated questions: Is she now too old to be a mother, and what lies behind the troubling changes she sees in the child?

As those secrets ripple outward, the lives of Sam, Dok, and Gus begin to pull at the same thread. Sam’s search for redemption, Dok’s struggle with calling and family, and Gus’s bond with a vulnerable child collide in ways that test faith, love, and the very meaning of forgiveness.

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About the Author

Suzanne Woods Fisher is a bestselling author, Christy finalist, Carol and Selah winner, and two-time ECPA Book of the Year finalist, with over forty books to her name. She writes contemporary, historical and Amish novels. Suzanne lives in California with her husband, where life (family and friends) provides plenty of grit for the oyster.

More from Suzanne

Dear Reader,

Here’s a fun bit of timing to celebrate A Plain Confession‘s release: in November 2026, just a few weeks after the book comes out, the Leonid meteor shower peaks. It’s one of the most dazzling showers of the year, with fast, bright streaks that show up without warning. No telescope needed. Just a dark patch of sky, a warm jacket, and a willingness to slow down for a while.

If you want to make a night of it, pack some stargazing snacks. Cosmic popcorn, sprinkled with smoked paprika. Shooting star sandwiches, cut with a cookie cutter. Milky Way hot cocoa or Comet apple cider in a thermos. Or go all out with a celestial charcuterie board: moon and star-shaped cheddar bites, chocolate-covered almonds, dried cherries, crackers, the works.

A few tips if you’re new to stargazing:

Find a darker spot. Even stepping away from porch lights helps.
Give your eyes time. Ten minutes without bright screens makes a huge difference.
Look toward the east for the best show.

Then just pause. Let yourself slow down.

That’s the heart of Sam’s story too. Slowing down. Paying attention. Letting small wonders do their quiet work.

I hope A Plain Confession gives you that same sense of wonder. Thanks for joining me on the tour! Happy stargazing!

Suzanne

MY REVIEW

This author is one of my favorites because she knows how to write with passion. Her characters are always well developed and give readers much to be excited about. I like how the story has a bit of intrigue along with decisions that will change several lives.

It would be easy to go into details about the book but I want to do this review a bit differently. Yes the characters are worth mentioning but more importantly are the challenges they face. I easily got lost in the story and was not distracted by anything around me. I was invested in the little boy who needed a home. I wanted the child to be healthy and have a happy family. What the author delivers is emotional and remind us , “ God seldom reveals the big picture, but He does light the path ahead , step by step.”

Stargazing was a welcome addition to the story. As a young child I was always fascinated by the stars. Looking up at the stars gave me comfort. Now I think about the beauty God made and how the stars shine bright. Two characters will form a bond around this subject and open doors to perhaps a new relationship. Beautiful lessons in forgiveness, redemption and trust bring this story full circle.

I received a copy of this book from Celebrate Lit. The review is my own opinion.