Title: How to Catch a Prince
Author: Rachel Hauck
Publishing House/Publication Date: Zondervan/2015
Genres: Christian Fiction; Inspirational Romance
Time Period: Modern Day
Number of Pages: 360
Series: Book #3 in ‘The Royal Wedding Series’ Continue reading
Espressos and angels and the God Blog, oh my! If you enjoy lighthearted stories that hold timeless messages and quirky characters, you are certain to adore the newest story from bestselling Christian author Max Lucado – Miracle at the Higher Grounds Café: A Heavenly Novel. Co-written with Candace Lee and Eric Newman and published by Thomas Nelson in the spring of 2015, Mr. Lucado’s newest release is delightfully unexpected, and humorous in all the right places. Whether or not you enjoy the types of caffeinated beverages served at Higher Grounds Cafe, Continue reading
Be transported back in time to the days of knights and castles, chivalry and honor, as you open the pages of Jody Hedlund’s newest work of fiction… An Uncertain Choice. Published by Zondervan in March of 2015, the novel is Ms. Hedlund’s first story intended for a teen audience, and the first in a three-book series. Additionally, a short-story prequel to the novel is available in e-book format, and reveals the interesting backstory from four years prior. As expressed by the author, the purpose of An Uncertain Choice is to bring medieval romance and adventure to life while imparting wisdom for modern-day readers to incorporate into their own lives and relationships. As an added tool for mothers and other leaders of young women, a carefully designed study guide Continue reading
The winner will be contacted by email after April 12th, 2015. The book will be sent by postal mail shortly after, and (depending on the location) should arrive in time for the opening episode of Season 2 of When Calls the Heart!
Where Trust Lies is the second book in the Return to the Canadian West series, written by Janette Oke and Laurel Oke Logan. (Please read my full review here). It is also a companion story to Hallmark Channel’s delightful original series entitled When Calls the Heart, which premiered in the winter of 2014. A second season is set to air on April 25, 2015.
A treacherous journey across the Atlantic. A story of forgotten love renewed. A ship filled with scheming officials and uncivilized sailors. Do these elements sound like any Amish story you have ever read before? Believe it or not, Suzanne Woods Fisher’s newest novel takes place primarily on board a ship in 1737, when the Amish believers first began crossing the ocean from Europe to begin a new life in America. Published by Revell in 2015, Anna’s Crossing is a gripping saga Continue reading
It’s been released! Finally, the long-awaited book 2 of the Return to the Canadian West series is available for patiently waiting fans. Where Trust Lies is the result of the mother-daughter collaboration by bestselling authors Janette Oke and Laurel Oke Logan, and was published in January of 2015 by Bethany House. Because this book is the sequel in a closely-knit series, it is highly recommended to read book 1, Where Courage Calls, before delving into the continuation of Beth Thatcher’s story. Interestingly, both books are also companion volumes to Hallmark Channel’s original television series, entitled When Calls the Heart. This exceptional program Continue reading
In June of 2015, a new voice in the world of heartfelt, compassionate poetry will be revealed. Her name is Susan Frybort, and her first formal poetry collection is entitled Hope is a Traveler. Published by the small, specialized Canadian publishing company of Enrealment Press, this book contains dozens of unique and emotion-filled poems each with a heartfelt message to us, the readers. As stated by the publisher, “Susan Frybort reminds us of the glory that resides at the heart of everyday living.”
With an easy-flowing, graceful voice, the author shares her views of the world through images Continue reading
As the first book in the new ‘Vices and Virtues of the Old West’ series written by Maggie Brendan, The Trouble with Patience was published early in 2015 by Revell. Although not as vividly real to life as many similar historical novels, it possesses endearing characteristics nonetheless. With an enjoyable setting and interesting storyline, this book is a fast, easy read.
Undecided whether this is the novel for you? Here are 3 reasons to read The Trouble with Patience… (And 2 reasons not to!) Continue reading
‘Champions can come from anywhere’… In the case of the February 2015 release of a feel-good, family sports drama from Walt Disney Pictures and Mayhem Pictures, champions come from ‘McFarland, USA’. Audiences will join a lovable host of characters in the story of an unlikely cross-country team who overcomes arduous circumstances to succeed beyond their dreams. Based on true events, ‘McFarland, USA’ is a PG-rated family drama sprinkled with generous amounts of humor and action, while maintaining an overall sincere, wholehearted mood. Additionally, a soundtrack for the movie debuts an upbeat and catchy original song Continue reading
Imagine you are fast asleep one night when a sound much like a doorbell disturbs your dreams. You jerk to wakefulness, but not because you wonder who could be at the door at this hour… No, you wonder what you will find when go to the source of the ringing, and open the box. This is not just any box – this is the BABY box.
Amazingly, this scenario is precisely what has happened countless times to Pastor Lee Jong-Rak of Seoul, South Korea. You see, Pastor Lee is the founder and operator of an orphanage for unwanted babies, and the very deserving ‘hero’ of a new documentary film entitled The Drop Box, presented by Focus on the Family Canada in March of 2015. In this heart-wrenching tale of courage and compassion, Continue reading
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