Excerpt from 'Falling for the Cowboy Doc' by Cari Lynn Webb

Howdy Bookworms!

Being a born-and-raised Texan I am a sucker for anything and everything Texas, which is why I am so excited to feature an excerpt from a novel from the Three Springs, Texas series today!

Don't forget to scroll all the way to the bottom and enter the amazing giveaway from JustRead Tours and enjoy the excerpt!

Welcome to the Blog + Review Tour for Falling for the Cowboy Doc by Cari Lynn Webb, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

About the Book

Title: Falling for the Cowboy Doc
Series: Three Springs, Texas #4
Author: Cari Lynn Webb
Publisher: Harlequin Heartwarming
Release Date: June 27, 2023
Genre: Contemporary Romance (Clean)

Can the rodeo cowgirl…  

Win his love? 

Professional roper Maggie Orr needs to secure a national sponsorship. And orthopedic surgeon Grant Sloan could derail her plans. Falling for the cowboy doctor is a distraction she can’t afford… Plus their careers are taking them in opposite directions. But from picnics to stargazing, Grant is reminding Maggie that there’s more to life than winning in the arena. Can they rewrite their dreams to include each other?

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Book Review of 'Charting the Course' by Leslea Wahl

All Aboard Bookworms!

It's been awhile since I've read a good YA and today I've got the perfect quick, summer read and all the action happens aboard a picturesque cruise ship!  I've never had the opportunity to go on a cruise myself but my mom has been on several and says they're a lot of fun.  After hearing some of the horror stories that have happened on cruise ships over the years I'm not sure if I'll ever set foot on one, but that's what's so great about books, I can have the experience and enjoy it all I want in my imagination.

Welcome to the Blog Tour for Charting the Course by Leslea Wahl, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

About the Book

Title: Charting the Course
Series: Finding Faith series
Author: Leslea Wahl
Publisher: Vinspire Publishing
Release Date: June 27, 2023
Genre: YA Christian Adventure

Stuck on a ship with her estranged father for this high school reunion – not a merry way to spend the holidays. But could an onboard mystery and a cute boy be the course correction Liz needs? 

Set amid the beauty of the Caribbean islands, Charting the Course delves into the topics of fractured families, generational high-school dramas, taking responsibility for your actions, and focusing on faith to keep us anchored. The twists and turns in this high-seas adventure will keep the reader bracing for the next wave of intrigue.

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Book Review of 'Adventure's Invitation' by Cheri Swalwell

Happy Saturday Bookworms!

Summer is in full swing and I just found out I'm going to be having company come and stay with me for a few weeks in July!  I try to stay on top of my house cleaning but I've been fighting yet another illness these past few weeks, so I see some marathon cleaning in my future!  Do you have a cleaning schedule or do you wait and clean everything all in one fell swoop?  Let me know in the comments.

While I procrastinate on house cleaning I thought I'd share a book review by another author that is new to me.  I love finding new talent so today invite you to read my thoughts on Adventure's Invitation.

Welcome to the Reviewer Tour for Adventure's Invitation by Cheri Swalwell, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

About the Book

Title: Adventure's Invitation

Series: The Redemption of Green Pines #1

Author: Cheri Swalwell

Publisher: Independently Published

Release Date: August 6, 2020

Genre: Contemporary Christian Fiction

Families stick together. That’s what they do.

It’s no secret that Holly has a crush on Mitch, her older brother’s best friend. A church mission trip offers the chance to add adventure to summer vacation, and the added bonus to finally date the young man of her dreams.

But early into the mission, a senseless tragedy rocks Holly’s carefully laid plans. Now she faces a future that’s bleaker than she ever could have imagined. Although members of her community blame her for the incident, it’s the support of her family that helps her through the rough times.

When God gives Holly the opportunity for a new adventure outside her comfort zone, she has to choose—stay close to her family or trust that her Heavenly Father’s plans will lead to new friends, a new purpose and, perhaps, a new love.

Adventure’s Invitation is the first book in the heartwarming Redemption of Green Pines series. If you enjoy reading faith-based stories in wholesome small towns where God turns messes into miracles, then get your copy and escape into the story today!

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Book Review of 'Dedicated to the One I Love' by Beth K. Vogt

Hello Bookworms!

Happy Thursday!  Today, I am back with another book review!!  Anything to take my mind of this insane heat, am I right?  For those of you that are enduring these hellish temperatures with me my prayers are with you.  I have several family members that do not have central air, so temperatures that feel like their in the 120's is something that can get real serious real quick, so if that's you please stay safe, stay cool, and stay hydrated!

I'd love to know how the weather is in your neck of the woods (I am secretly a weather nerd) so leave a comment down below and let me know!  Now onto my thoughts on my favorite summer read so far this year!

Welcome to the Blog Tour for Dedicated to the One I Love by Beth K. Vogt, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

About the Book

Title: Dedicated to the One I Love 
Author: Beth K. Vogt
Publisher: White Glove
Release Date: June 20, 2023
Genre: Contemporary Romance

She doesn’t believe in love anymore. He doesn’t either.  

They’re perfect for each other. 

Beloved romance novelist Kylie Franklin walked away from her pen-name career as bestselling and award-winning Veronica Hollins the day her husband died. Her loyal readers are eager for the final book in her sensational series. But Kylie’s given up on love, both fictional and in real life. Behind her back, Kylie’s agent contrives a way to get her writing again. 

Joe Edwards has made a name for himself with his popular military suspense novels under the pen name Tate Merrick. Yet he can’t quite break onto the bestseller list. What his books need, his publisher suggests, is some romance. Joe flat refuses. However, his publisher is determined and hires Veronica Hollins to save the day—and his career. 

Veronica and Tate quickly realize they’re Kylie and Joe, good friends who connected online via a popular word game and their mutual love of trivia. Surely they can wrangle their alter egos into this literary collaboration. But as the deadline looms, their differences threaten the romance developing off the page.  

From a Christy Award-winning author comes this charming mash-up of hidden identities, literary tug of war, and falling in love when you least expect it.

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Book Review of 'Blue Ridge Mountain Escape' by Loretta Eidson

Happy Tuesday Bookworms!!

Summer is in full force here in Texas and thus ushers my least favorite season.  When I was a kid summer was my favorite, but as an adult I enjoy the cooler weather so much more, so fall can't get here quick enough!

Speaking of heat, today's novel highlights something that many parts of the country has already started battling: wildfires.  So, go grab something cool and yummy to drink and enjoy my take on this latest Love Inspired read.

Welcome to the Blog Tour for Blue Ridge Mountain Escape by Loretta Eidson, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

About the Book

Title: Blue Ridge Mountain Escape
Series: Mountain Rescue
Author: Loretta Eidson
Publisher: Love Inspired / Inspirational Mountain Rescue Collection
Release Date: June 27, 2023
Genre: Christian Romantic Suspense

The firefighter rescued her once…  

But can they outrun the dangers? 

A peaceful vacation is what Haley Gordon needs to put her troubles behind her. Instead, she finds herself fighting for her life against a raging forest fire. Forest Service firefighter Kendall Simpson vows to protect Haley—although he has questions about her story. But with the firestorm out of control and news of escaped convicts on the mountain, can Haley and Kendall trust each other enough to survive?

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Spotlight on ACFW Storyfest 2023

Happy Friday Bookworms!

Today is a special day because today I am featuring all of the information about one of the best reader events of the year: ACFW Storyfest!! *cue the confetti*

Welcome to the Takeover Blitz for ACFW Storyfest, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

You are Invited

ACFW Storyfest 

August 24-26, 2023 

Hyatt Regency at the Arch, St. Louis

When hundreds of authors gather for their annual ACFW conference in August, readers are invited to participate in their own event on the same premises. Storyfest will present a full program of meet & greet or meals with authors, casual conversation, games, panels, swag bags of story-related treasures, and the opportunity to hear from the heart of readers’ favorite authors.

Per reader requests, the ACFW Storyfest team is also including reader-only workshops to help answer reader questions and gain reader feedback. The ACFW bookstore will also be open to readers. Last year’s attendees recommend bringing extra luggage for the book and swag haul.

Learn More about ACFW Storyfest 2023

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Book Review of 'Operation Find a Guy' by Amy R. Anguish

Happy Tuesday Bookworms!

I hope everyone is having a great start to the summer!  I have one kiddo in summer school, so I haven't had an official start yet, but I am eagerly anticipating a change of pace.  

I also want to give a special shoutout to my mother today!  Happy Birthday Mom!  I love you and hope you have an amazing day! 

Speaking of birthdays, today I am excited to share my thoughts on a novel that is celebrating it's book birthday today!  So, grab a cup of coffee and keep scrolling to read about this cute contemporary romance, as well as enter a giveaway from JustRead Tours!

Welcome to the Blog Tour for Operation Find a Guy by Amy R. Anguish, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

About the Book

Title: Operation Find a Guy
Series: Roadtrip Romance #3
Author: Amy Anguish
Publisher: Scrivenings Press
Release Date: June 13, 2023
Genre: Contemporary Christian Romance

Skye Jones has one goal for the summer—keep her father from taking away her convertible. That’s the only reason she’s agreed to work at her sister’s bridal shop in Boulder, Colorado. It will buy her some time to figure out if there’s a non-boring job out there. Why else would she have anything to do with weddings when she has no interest in marriage? 

Benjamin Smith can’t quite figure out how he ended up a groomsman in two different weddings over the summer, but with his sister and a cousin both getting married, he’s spending a lot of time at Happily Ever After events. Falling for a blonde with no dreams of settling down wasn’t in his five-year plan, but the more he sees Skye, the more he wants to figure her out. But all she sees him as is a boring attorney and her complete opposite. 

Romance was supposed to be for Skye’s friends. But Colorado might hold more than she knew she was looking for.

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Book Review of 'Finding You' by Tanya Eavenson

Happy Tuesday Bookworms!

Anyone else's summer feel crazier than when school is in session?  I feel like I can't get caught up to save my life, and am behind on every single thing at the moment, but I had to take time out today to share a sweet romance that can easily be read in one sitting.  I don't know about you but sometimes a girl just needs a quick escape!

Welcome to the Reviewer Tour for Finding You by Tanya Eavenson, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

About the Book

Title: Finding You

Series: Whispers in Wyoming #35

Author: Tanya Eavenson

Publisher: All Roads Publishing

Release Date: March 21, 2023

Genre: Christian Western Romance

Can a Texas man wrangle the cowgirl who made him believe in second chances? Or will the wilds of Wyoming keep them apart?

Dallas Campbell expects her seasonal position as a dinner theater entertainer in Wyoming to end within weeks, but when she's given a full-time offer, she accepts. Still struggling with the loss of her husband and child, she's determined to forge a new future, sell her Texas home, and leave the past behind.

Gabe Langston has been a widower for two years and needs a new start with his daughter. He finds the perfect home with a history as big and wide as Texas and located near a ranch that will board his horses. Boxes hidden in his attic point to the ranch and the home’s mysterious prior owner, so he reaches out to her in Wyoming.

Dallas returns to Texas to investigate the contents in the hidden boxes. She plans to stay with her aunt for a few days and then head back to Wyoming. What she doesn't count on is a handsome cowboy and his sweet daughter interfering with those plans.

Determined to help Dallas work though her past, Gabe buckles in for what is sure to be a tough job. He’s up for the challenge, but can he convince the woman he’s falling for to extend her stay, permanently? Or will her new life in Wyoming keep them apart?

Finding You is a heartwarming, small-town Christian contemporary western romance and part of the Whispers in Wyoming series. All books in the series are standalone and can be read in any order.

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Book Review of 'The Heart of Holiday' by Michele Paige Holmes

Happy Thursday Bookworms!

I am so sorry I've been MIA this week but it's the end of the school year which means schedules are insane and I have been doing the bare minimum when it comes to my reviews.  I am really trying to be better about staying on a schedule, something that has always been a struggle for me, and when there is a transition time the struggle is even worse, so I apologize.

Today I am excited to be sharing the review for last week's First Line Friday post, so enjoy and have a blessed first day of summer!! ☀️

Series: Holiday Harbor: Book 3

Publisher: Mirror Press

Release Date: May 23, 2023

Genre: Clean Contemporary Romance

Sometimes the best-laid plans are turned completely upside down

Welcome to the small town of Holiday, Alabama, population 765. In Holiday everyone knows their neighbors—and their business . . .

Caroline Whittaker has loving, supportive parents, she’s embarking on a promising career as a cardiac surgeon—her lifelong dream—and her boyfriend is about to propose. Nothing could be farther from her radar than a visit to Holiday, Alabama, population 767.

Tired of living in his father and brother’s shadows, Charlie Armstrong has moved from his hometown and is living the bachelor life, indulging in his love of sports and putting all of his resources and passion into his “boys,” the high school football team he coaches. He doesn’t see a reason to ever move home again—until a stranger beats him to it and an odd series of events leads him straight there, to his father’s house in the heart of Holiday, with some of the town’s quirkiest residents settled in for an extended stay as well.

Charlie has long since given up figuring any of them out, but the new woman in town is another matter. She’s a mystery worth solving, and he’ll do whatever it takes to unravel Carol’s secrets, help her heal, and prove that he’s as good at love as the rest of his family.

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