I ran across this delightful recipe on Pinterest and knew that I had to give it a try. You'll find the author of this recipe, originally titled Downtown Abbey's Earl Grey Shortbread Cookies, and the story behind it here. Earl Grey Shortbread Cookies: There are few roll out cookie recipes easier than this one! I… Continue reading Fiction Diner Recipe: Earl Grey Shortbread Cookies
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Book Review: Mail Order Surprise by Lucy Thompson
Colorado, 1881. Lydia Walsh is on the run. The quiet rancher she marries and expected to find safety and protection with turns out to have three siblings, next to nothing to live on, and is a crack shot who may or may not be one of the states best cattle rustlers. Beau Harding wants to… Continue reading Book Review: Mail Order Surprise by Lucy Thompson
Book Review: The Kindness Challenge by Shaunti Feldhahn
One month to a great relationship…with anyone! Think of your toughest relationship. Think of a relationship that is good but could be great. Think of a group of people that drives you nuts. You want to show more kindness and generosity, but sometimes you’re just tired, stretched, and frustrated. Besides, would small actions make that… Continue reading Book Review: The Kindness Challenge by Shaunti Feldhahn
Fiction Diner Recipe: Smoked Sausage and Black-eyed Pea Soup
Get ready to warm up with this dish I found on a recent Pinterest search. You can read the original post here on Aunt Bee's recipes. Smoked Sausage and Black-eyed Pea Soup: This was like heaven on a spoon. Seriously! Now, I've come to understand that not everyone appreciates the flavor of black-eyed peas. I… Continue reading Fiction Diner Recipe: Smoked Sausage and Black-eyed Pea Soup
Book Review: Brides by Mail Series
I had the pleasure of reading a short series this month and I thought I'd put all three reviews in one post for you. I don't think the series was listed as a novella but they were on the short side for a novel. I suppose they fell between categories which made for fun quick… Continue reading Book Review: Brides by Mail Series
Contest and Giveaway: Williams Cranberry Cake Recipe Search
As a fiction author, I have the tendency to make stuff up. People are normally grateful when I do. In fact, I even get paid for it. 😉 But sometimes making stuff up can come back to bite you in the rear. And this is one of those times. In my novel, my Union hero,… Continue reading Contest and Giveaway: Williams Cranberry Cake Recipe Search
Book Review: Murder for the Time Being by Joanie Bruce
“You’ll pay for this. I’ll get you both.” Computer expert Lexi Wynn is frightened. Someone is after her, but she doesn’t know why. Is it because of her past or because she was thrust into a deadly bank robbery and might identify the ones responsible? Escaping a failed kidnapping attempt and not sure who to… Continue reading Book Review: Murder for the Time Being by Joanie Bruce
Fiction Diner Recipe: Chili Spaghetti
The story is, I had leftover chili and wanted to try something different. I remembered seeing spaghetti noodles topped with chili and cheese in various places. Sounded strange...but it was something new to try so I gave it a whirl. Chili Spaghetti: I found it to be an interesting twist to two classic staples. I… Continue reading Fiction Diner Recipe: Chili Spaghetti
Book Review: Devotions for Easter
Prepare your heart and mind to celebrate the risen Savior. It’s time for fresh spring blossoms, colored eggs, special recipes, and family gatherings. This year, with each tradition, small celebration, and new story, take the time to stop and discover the ways Jesus is showing His love for you. In remembering His Easter story—the greatest… Continue reading Book Review: Devotions for Easter
Spotlighting My Most Read Author of 2016: Lynn Austin
Lynn Austin has long since been my personal favorite author so I was honored to have read so many of her novels in a single year. I didn't set out to purposely read more from her this year so it was a special treat to realize that of the 80+ books I had read in… Continue reading Spotlighting My Most Read Author of 2016: Lynn Austin
