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New Release!

2013-04-03T20:26:21Z

NOW AVAILABLE - ANYWHERE THAT BOOKS ARE SOLD!

"This sweet story with a hint of mystery is touching and emotional. Humor sprinkled throughout balances the occasional seriousness. The development of the love story is paced perfectly so that the reader gets a real sense of the characters."
             ROMANTIC TIMES MAGAZINE

"Forget Paris or New York City---Smithville, Texas is the town to visit if you want to add some drama to your life. The filming location for several Hollywood hits, it's also the setting of Beth Wiseman's new novel, The House that Love Built."
             BOOKPAGE

"Carol Award Winner and Best-selling Author Beth Wiseman is back..."
             USA TODAY

ABOUT THE BOOK:

Brooke has only loved one man, her late husband. Owen’s rebuilding after a painful divorce. Can a mysterious house bring them together for a second chance at love?

In the charming town of Smithville, Texas, Brooke Holloway is raising two young children on her own, supporting them by running the family hardware store. The last thing on her mind is falling in love. But she’s intrigued when a stranger moves to town and buys the old Hadley mansion. She’s always heard that house holds a secret—maybe even a treasure—and she can’t wait to see inside. When she meets the new owner and they spend time together, she can’t deny the attraction. Could God be giving her another chance at happiness? Or is she betraying her late husband’s love by even thinking that way?

Owen Saunders bought the Hadley place for one reason—to spite his cheating ex-wife. She’d always wanted to restore an old house in Smithville. Now he’s going to do it without her. But if anything needs restoration, it is Owen’s heart. Then he meets Brooke and her kids and finds himself tempted by love. But can he bring himself to trust a woman again?

Throw an eccentric uncle into the mix, along with the town's teenage troublemaker, and even a finicky cat--and one thing becomes obvious: God is bringing them all together for a reason.

CLICK HERE TO SEE EARLY REVIEWS. ALL 5-STAR REVIEWS!

Happy Wednesday!
Beth

MEET LILY AND WIN A BOOK!

2012-09-30T16:32:07Z

I am so happy to share with you a guest blog post from my friend Suzanne Woods Fisher. Suzanne and I got to chat for a bit at the recent ACFW conference. She is the sweetest gal! I'll be featured on her radio program in November. More details on that in a future post.

Please enjoy this guest post from Suzanne Woods Fisher and enter to win a copy of Life with Lily! I have three to give away.

“Put the swing where the children want it. The grass will grow back.”Amish proverb

I’ve often heard that there is no better childhood than an Amish one. Mary Ann Kinsinger had such a childhood. She was raised in a happy Old Order Amish home in western Pennsylvania. A born storyteller, Mary Ann started a blog, A Joyful Chaos, as a way to capture the joy of her childhood.

A Joyful Chaos quickly gained a following among those who want to know more about the Amish. Here was a blog of a woman who had recently left the Amish church, but without bitterness or rancor. Just the opposite. Mary Ann’s blog captures what readers are looking for in Amish fiction books: charming family memories, a caring community, a collection of fun, quirky characters, all cast in a rural setting. And yet it’s real! All true.

One day, I e-mailed to ask if she was thinking of writing a book. “No,” she wrote back, “but I might be interested in collaborating.”

Fast forward a year or two. My friendship with Mary Ann continued to grow. So did her blog’s presence: A Joyful Chaos was receiving over 30,000 hits a month. It caught a mention in The New York Times. Mary Ann started a Facebook page. Remember, this was a woman who had stopped her formal schooling at eighth grade! But her education never stopped.

The time seemed right. We submitted a fiction series proposal for children, ages 8-12, to my publisher, Revell Books, inspired by Mary Ann’s childhood. Revell said “Yes!”

The Lily books are more than just another good children’s series—they’re a little slice of America, a peek into the world of a happy Amish family, fun and foibles. I have a hunch that children of all ages, 5-95, will quickly grow attached to Lily. But do you know what has surprised me the most about writing these books? Lily’s parents, Rachel and Daniel Lapp. Based on Mary Ann’s own parents, this young couple is the quintessence of wisdom and maturity. In Book 1, you’ll read a nail biting story when a difficult neighbor insists the property lines are incorrect and aims a shotgun at Lily’s father. Papa responds by…oh…I won’t spoil it. I’ll let you find out for yourself.

Life with Lily, book 1 in ‘The Adventures of Lily Lapp’ series, releases on October 1st and will be available wherever books are sold. Lily has a website, www.adventuresoflilylapp.com, that will be interactive for children: coloring pages can be downloaded, ask Lily a question, get recipes from her family, information about Lily’s parents and brothers and friends.

Mary Ann Kinsinger can be found at her blog: www.AJoyfulChaos.blogspot.com. She lives in the country in western Pennsylvania, not far from where she grew up. And she loves to hear from readers!

Suzanne Woods Fisher is a writer of bestselling fiction and non-fiction. She is the host of Amish Wisdom, a weekly radio program on toginet.com, and writes a bi-monthly column for Christian Post, called “Plain Talk about the Amish.” Suzanne enjoys connecting with readers and can be found on-line at www.suzannewoodsfisher.com.

Three book give-away contest form at this link: http://www.rafflecopter.com/rafl/display/f1ea7c13/

Land of Canaan series -- Special Discounts

2012-08-28T15:06:00Z

Happy Tuesday, Everyone!

In a few weeks, book #3 in the Land of Canaan series--His Love Endures Forever--will be releasing. It's available for pre-order anywhere that books are sold.

BUT, if you haven't had an opportunity to read the first two books in the series, I wanted to let you know that Amazon is selling book #1--Seek Me With All Your Heart--for $1.93 (Kindle version). Book #2--The Wonder of Your Love--is selling for $2.81 (Kindle version). This is a great way to get people started on the series for little investment. And no -- Nook isn't discounting like this right now. I have no idea how long these discounted prices will last, but just wanted to pass along the info. So, if you know any Kindle users who you think might be interested in starting the series, please pass the links along.

http://www.amazon.com/Seek-Heart-Canaan-Novel-ebook/dp/B0047O2BDE/ref=sr_1_3?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1346165678&sr=1-3&keywords=beth+wiseman

http://www.amazon.com/Wonder-Your-Canaan-Novel-ebook/dp/B005JT8Q9E/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1346165678&sr=1-1&keywords=beth+wiseman

Where is Beth Wiseman?

2012-08-22T18:37:53Z

Guest Post by Janet Murphy

Dear Readers,

Beth asked me to tell you she is still alive, but buried in edits. Beth has a full length novel (The House That Love Built*) and a novella (in An Amish Kitchen**) coming out soon, and her editor and production team need her undivided attention this week.

So here's my attempt at filling in for Beth by way of a guest post on her blog:

"Hope for the best and prepare for the worst" was written by Thomas Norton an English poet and politician (1532-1584).

Ignatius of Loyola wrote something similar, which I prefer: "Pray as if everything depended on God and act as if everything depended on oneself."

I have a tendency to worry. A lot. I imagine all the things that can possibly go wrong with all sorts of scenarios, especially those involving my family members. These two pieces of advice above, help me to overcome the worry and fear I contend with.

I often think to myself, “What’s the worst that could happen?” And then I go about figuring out how best to handle the answer to that question. Sometimes the answer is just plain old preparation. Having several jugs of extra water on hand in case the well pump goes out, candles handy if the power goes out, a family meeting place if there are communication problems, and liberally applying insect repellent when going outdoors in the early mornings and evenings are just a few of the examples that come to mind as I write this.

To paraphrase a quote by Lin Yutang: Peace of mind is that mental condition in which you have prepared for the worst. I hope you never have to deal with "the worst," but best to have a back-up plan, just in case.

Do you have an example of how you achieve peace of mind through preparation?

-- Janet

* Pre-order here http://www.amazon.com/The-House-that-Love-Built/dp/1595548890/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1345660350&sr=8-2&keywords=the+house+that+love+built

** Pre-order here http://www.amazon.com/Amish-Kitchen-Beth-Wiseman/dp/1401685676/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1345660426&sr=1-1&keywords=an+amish+kitchen

His Love Endures Forever -- Read the First Chapter!

2012-07-31T11:46:44Z

An unplanned pregnancy. An absent father.

Can love really endure all things?

Danielle Kent is anything but Amish. Just her luck to fall in love with an Amish guy. Now she’s 18, pregnant, and hopeful that the child’s Amish father—Matthew Lapp—will do the right thing and marry her. She knows Matthew plans to leave his Colorado settlement for a life in the Englisch world. But that plan never included a baby.

When Matthew walks away from her and their unborn child, she has nowhere to turn. Her unlikely friendship with Levi offers some comfort—yet they have so little in common. This wasn’t the plan she had for her life, and she’s never felt so alone. She doesn’t want to be pregnant. Doesn’t want to be Amish. Doesn’t want to trust God.

And yet…God has plans beyond what her mind can imagine…loving plans to show a lost young woman that His love never goes away but endures forever.

CLICK HERE TO READ THE FIRST CHAPTER!

Available for pre-order anywhere that books are sold

Coming October 2012

Did You Know July is National Ice Cream Month?

2012-07-25T18:00:11Z

Yum! I LOVE ice cream, even though I rarely eat it. Perhaps, in light of National Ice Cream Month...we should all indulge?

I wandered off on this tangent because this interesting article popped up in my inbox today:

http://www.yourdailyjournal.com/view/full_story/19489980/article-Sizzling-summer-boosts-ice-cream%E2%80%99s-popularity

I'm a chocolate girl! What's your favorite?

Have a great rest of the week. Try to stay cool. Have some ice cream! I am hoping to type THE END on The House that Love Built SOON!

Blessings,

Beth

His Love Endures Forever ARC Winner

2012-07-13T21:40:13Z

Thanks to everyone who submitted such warm and wonderful comments here this last week. I've been busy writing my next contemporary novel, The House That Love Built, and need all the encouragement I can get. (Deadlines are NOT my friends! LOL)

I only received four Advance Reader Copies (ARCs) of His Love Endures Forever, so I can only offer one, but I promise, when the finished copies are ready for shipping, I'll have more and there WILL be more giveaways. Stay tuned to this blog and my Facebook page, so you'll be sure to get in on them. But now, on to the real news: Jennifer Maynard, I hope you are reading this and jumping up and down right now. You are the winner!

Now, back to The House That Love Built...... for me.

Hope you all have a great weekend.

Blessings,

Beth

Book Giveaway -- ARC for His Love Endures Forever

2012-07-09T15:21:29Z

Hi Everyone and Happy Monday!

I've been busy finishing up my latest contemporary--The House that Love Built. Here's a bit about it:

Brooke has only loved one man.
Owen’s heart is filled with bitterness.
Can a mysterious house bring them together for a second chance at love?

In the small town of Smithville, Texas, Brooke Holloway is raising six-year-old Meghan and ten-year-old Spencer on her own two years after her husband's death. Being a single-mom and running the family’s local hardware store keeps her busy. While Meghan longs for a daddy, Spencer has threatened to run away if Brooke even goes out on a date. But the last thing on Brooke’s mind is falling in love. When a stranger moves to town and buys a house with a mysterious past, Brooke can’t contain her curiosity. As she spends time with the new owner, she wonders if maybe God is giving her another chance at happiness.

Owen Saunders fled the big city to start over in a small, rural town famous for baking the world’s largest gingerbread man. Then he bought an old house to restore—for all the wrong reasons. If anything needs restoration, it is Owen’s heart in the aftermath of his failed marriage. With little hope and lost faith, Owen is tempted by happiness when he meets Brooke, but his heart remains sealed shut.

As they learn more about Owen’s house, one thing becomes obvious to both of them: God has put them together for a reason.

AVAILABLE FOR PRE-ORDER HERE.

AND -- as promised -- I'm going to give away one Advance Reader Copy (ARC) of His Love Endures Forever! This is book #3 in the Land of Canaan series, and it releases in September! One winner will be chosen from comments that are left ON THIS BLOG ONLY. So, if you are reading this on Amish Hearts, Facebook, or anywhere else...please leave a comment here for your chance to win. Please consider subscribing! Winner will be announced here this Friday! Good luck!

An unplanned pregnancy. An absent father. Can love really endure all things?

Danielle Kent is anything but Amish. Just her luck to fall in love with an Amish guy.

Now she’s 18, pregnant, and hopeful that the child’s Amish father—Matthew Lapp—will do the right thing and marry her. She knows Matthew plans to leave his Colorado settlement for a life in the Englisch world. But that plan never included a baby.

When Matthew walks away from her and their unborn child, she has nowhere to turn. Her unlikely friendship with Levi offers some comfort--yet they have little in common. He’s Amish, she’s not. She doesn’t want to be pregnant. Doesn’t want to be Amish. Doesn’t want to trust God.

And yet.God has plans beyond what her mind can imagine . . . loving plans to show a lost young woman that His love never goes away but endures forever.

Hope you all have a great week!
Beth

Oh my! It's Hot!

2012-06-29T16:11:57Z

My friend Diana and I walk every morning at 7 a.m. We've been walking 3.2 miles down my country road. It's a great walk down to the historic bridge, with trees arching above providing plenty of shade. This morning, we really pushed ourselves and went 5 miles. We have to start early because it's SO hot, even in the shade.

I just received a few advanced reader copies of His Love Endures Forever (book #3 in the Land of Canaan series). I'll be giving one away next week. Until then...Happy Friday, and have a great weekend!

Beth

Could this be Layla, Darlene’s neighbor?

2012-06-22T15:12:53Z

What do you think? Could this be Layla in Need You Now?

Photo credit: NICHOLAS DRANEY/Standard-Examiner

Huge brown eyes, long blonde hair, long sleeved shirt tucked into jeans. A possibly mid-forties cowgirl that “could have walked straight off the set of any western movie.” Beautiful, tall, graceful.

More about Layla from Chapter One:

She gave her horse a little kick in the flank, then eased through a gate that divided her acreage from Brad and Darlene’s. She closed it behind her from atop her horse and headed toward the large house on top of the sloping hillside. Coming from town, the spacious estate was fully visible from the road and her youngest daughter called it the ‘mansion on the hill.’ The rest of the family took to calling it that too. In comparison to their rundown farmhouse, Darlene supposed it was a mansion. Both homes were probably built in the late 1800s, but Layla’s was completely restored, at least on the outside, with fresh yellow paint and white trim. A split-rail, cedar fence also surrounded the yard, and toward the back of the property, a bright red barn lit up the hayfield not far from a good-sized pond. A massive iron gate—that stayed closed most of the time—welcomed visitors down a long, winding driveway. And there were lots of livestock—mostly Longhorns and horses. If the wind was blowing just right, sometimes Darlene could hear faint music coming from the house.

What do you think? If, and that’s a huge if, they were to make a movie of Need You Now, would Layla look like this model? Which actress would you cast to play her role?

THE VOTES ARE IN! 7 New Stories Coming!

2012-05-23T21:08:00Z

Thanks to all of you who participated in the recent survey, helping me to decide which characters you would like to know more about from my Daughters of the Promise series and Land of Canaan series. The votes have been tallied, and here are the stories I will be writing in the future:

What secret has Bishop Ebersol been keeping from everyone in the community? (Daughters of the Promise series)

Finally married, Linda and Stephen are unable to conceive. Will they turn to modern medicine for help? Or is adoption an option? (Plain Paradise)

Precocious Betsy, with her above-average IQ, is all grown up. Will the plain ways of the Amish be enough for her? (Land of Canaan series)

The love story of Jonas and Irma Rose. (Daughters of the Promise series)

Why are Miriam and Saul forced to move back to Lancaster County? (Plain Proposal)

How does Kade’s past threaten to destroy his new life with Sadie? (Plain Promise)

Jacob is married to Beth Ann, who “wears the pants in the family.” Sparks fly when Jacob claims head of his household.

The way it will work -- I'll finish a story, it will go through editing and proofing, then my publisher will offer it digitally online. Once all the stories are complete, they will all appear in the paperback version. I don't have exact digital publications dates, but I will keep you informed and let you know when each story is available for download. And if you aren't a fan of Kindle, Nook, etc...no worries...the stories will be in paperback too.

This should be lots of fun. I'm not sure which order I'll write them in. The characters will let me know. Right now, jonas and Irma Rose are screaming pretty loud to be heard.

Peace and blessings everyone!
Beth

Vote for the stories I will write!

2012-05-03T17:56:30Z

Hi Everyone!

I am going to be writing some short stories about some of the characters in my Daughters of the Promise series and my Land of Canaan series. I am SOOO excited about this! Here's how it will work. Each time I finish a story, it will get edited, then it will be available digitally in all formats. Once all the stories are done, they will be available in a paperback edition.

BUT, I want to write the stories you want to hear! Amish Living is running a survey so that readers can choose which characters/storylines they would like to hear. So, please go to www.amishliving.com to vote. On the right sidebar, you'll see "Hey Fans of Beth Wiseman, we want your opinion." Click there, then follow the instructions.

I can't wait to hear what you choose! I'll be starting on them very soon.

Happy Thursday!
Beth

May Book Signings!

2012-04-30T16:18:41Z

Hi Everyone!

I have three book signings coming up in May, so I hope to see some of you! I'll be signing copies of Need You Now -- my first contemporary novel not based in an Amish Community. This story takes place about nine miles from my house in the quaint little town of Round Top in Texas!

Here's a bit about the story, and the schedule of book signings follows:

“A ground-breaking contemporary marriage story by best-selling author Beth Wiseman that will stay on your heart long after you’ve finished it.” --Kelly Long, best-selling author of The Arms of Love

When big-city life threatens the safety of one of their children, Brad and Darlene Henderson move with their three teenagers from Houston to the tiny town of Round Top, Texas.

Adjusting to small-town life is difficult for the kids, especially fifteen-year-old Grace who is coping in a dangerous way.

Married life hasn't always been bliss, but their strong faith has carried them through the difficult times. When Darlene takes a job outside the home for the first time in their marriage, the domestic tension rises.

While working with special needs children at her new job, the widowed father of one of Darlene’s students starts paying more attention to her than is appropriate. Problem is, she feels like someone is listening to her for the first time in a long time.

If Darlene ever needed God . . . it’s now.

Experience a family’s triumphant defeat over lies, betrayal, and loss while still clinging to the One who matters most.

MAY BOOK SIGNINGS:

Saturday, May 5 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. -- Fayetteville, Texas. http://artsforruraltexas.org/artwalk

Saturday, May 12 from 1 to 3 p.m. -- Columbus, Texas -- Calico Hens, 1419 Milam Street. 979-732-8348.

Saturday, May 19 from 1 to 3 p.m. -- Austin, Texas -- Lifeway Christian Store, 10515 North Mopac Expressway, Suite C320. 512-342-7933.

Hope you all have a great week!
Beth

Giving Away 100 ebooks & 10 paperbacks--Need You Now

2012-04-20T12:59:32Z

Happy Friday!

I'm having a Facebook Live Chat Party on Monday, April 23 at 8 p.m. Central Time. We're going to be discussing my latest release--Need You Now.

AND -- my publisher is going to be giving away 100 free downloads of Need You Now and 10 paperbacks!

I hope to "see" you there. Here's the link to RSVP. https://www.facebook.com/pages/Fans-of-Beth-Wiseman/47576397539#!/events/223194044447132/ (Must be logged into F

Learn more about my first non-Amish contemporary at my NEW website -- www.bethwiseman.com. Please sign the Guestbook!

Have a great weekend!
Beth

A Perfect Plan - Discussion Question

2012-04-16T21:46:34Z

From my story A Perfect Plan, in the novella collection An Amish Wedding by me, Kathleen Fuller, and Kelly Long.

Rachel writes letters to both Priscilla and Chester; letters that hit on exactly what they are both feeling prior to the wedding. Do you think God is speaking to Priscilla and Chester through Rachel? Has this ever happened to you or to someone you know?

Can anyone tell me why I chose to include an image of a pink Amish dress in today's blog?

Thanks for participating! I love to hear from my readers.
I hope you have a wonderful week.

Beth

A Perfect Plan

2012-04-09T11:59:13Z

I'd like to start something new here on my blog this week and see how you like it. I'm going to offer up the discussion questions from my novels and novellas, one at a time, one each week. Then, through your comments, you'll have the opportunity to share with all of us your thoughts about the characters and your own personal experiences. It will be like a book club group, for those of us who don't have access to or time for an actual book club meeting. Participate if you'd like, or just enjoy reading other's posts. Warning! If you haven't read the book we're discussing, you many encounter some spoilers here.

My first question is from my story, A Perfect Plan, in An Amish Wedding. This is a collection of three Amish novellas by me, Kathleen Fuller and Kelly Long, published in 2011 by Thomas Nelson, Inc.

Priscilla wants to have a perfect wedding day, but she loses sight of what's really important. How might things have been different if she hadn't let worry creep into her heart?

Hope you all had a blessed and peaceful Easter weekend.
Beth

Reader Comment for Need You Now

2012-03-23T21:48:58Z

My latest novel that is shipping this week is entitled Need You Now. It is my first non-Amish, full-length novel. It is a stand alone story, not part of a series.

One of my readers posted this on her blog -- "I have read many Amish fiction books by Beth Wiseman, and I was excited to read this latest novel of hers which is a totally different style. I found this book to be a refreshing and exciting change and absolutely loved the story." She goes on to say that she hopes I write more contemporary fiction.

What do you think? Right now, the plan is to alternate between Amish fiction and contemporary fiction.

CONTEMPORARY?

OR

AMISH?

OR BOTH??

I hope you have a fabulous weekend full of peace and blessings.

Beth

Please Vote Today!

2012-01-31T17:04:18Z

The Wonder of Your Love is competing in "Clash of the Titles" -- and due to a tie, the contest has been extended for today only!

Please go to this link and cast your vote! Not saying you have to vote for The Wonder of Your Love, LOL.

http://www.clashofthetitles.com/2012/01/beauty-of-amish.html

Blessings for a great day!
Beth

TWO Important Announcements!

2012-01-27T14:59:16Z

First of all -- congratulations to the winner of Colleen Coble's book, Lonestar Angel -- ANGELA! The winner was chosen randomly. Angela, please email your address to author@bethwiseman.net. Enjoy!

Second -- TODAY ONLY, you can get a copy of book #1 in my Land of Canaan series--Seek Me With All Your Heart--for $3.99. This Women of Faith Book of the Year is the NOOK Daily Find at Barnes & Noble! Check it out! And please tell your friends who might not have tried one of my books yet.

http://www.barnesandnoble.com/u/ebook-nook-daily-find-bargain-deal/379003102

Happy Friday! And blessings for a great weekend!
Beth

Beth Wiseman Interviews Colleen Coble

2012-01-24T22:34:48Z

Hi Everyone!

I’m excited to have fellow Christian author Colleen Coble visiting my blog today. I’ve read several of Colleen’s books and can attest to the fact that she is a wonderful author, but on a personal note, she is also a dear and loving person. So! Welcome, Colleen!

I'm excited to be here with you, Beth! I love your newest book, Need You Now. I just finished the advance reader copy and I couldn't put it down.

Awe, thanks so much! For those few readers who might not have heard of you or your books, can you tell us a little bit about you personally, why you write Christian fiction, and who or what inspires you?

I have two grown kids and a three-year-old granddaughter who is the light of my life. I've been married to the same great guy for forty years. I love being able to show the hope God gives to us in my books. I love writing. It was a lifelong dream and I'm constantly amazed at where God has taken me with my career. My books are all romantic mysteries. People have asked why I have mystery and suspense in my books, and I think it's because I have such a strong streak of justice. I look around the world and see all the injustice. I can't do anything about that but I can make sure the villain is caught in my books!

I love that! I’ve heard you say in an interview that Lonestar Angel is a favorite of yours. Can you tell us about the book and why it holds a special place in your heart?

The Lonestar books are all marriage of convenience stories. Lonestar Angel is a little different twist on that because Eden and Clay were married once. Then their infant daughter died in a kidnapping attempt gone wrong and they divorced. Eden moved on with her life. Five years later Clay shows up and tells her he never signed the divorce papers. But even more earth-shattering is his announcement that their daughter Brianna is still alive. Eden goes with Clay to try to figure out which of five little girls is their daughter. Along the way they have to learn what love really is and they start to make the choice to love every day. And of course they plunge into a dangerous situation as well.

While most authors will tell you that there are no ‘typical’ days, how do you like for your day to play out on average?

With coffee! I have to start off with freshly ground beans of the strong stuff in a big mug. Then I take care of business emails before plunging into my writing. I try to get at least 2000 words written a day when I'm putting down the rough draft. I keep at it until my goal is met for the day.

I need my coffee too! What can readers expect from you in the future?

I'm excited about a new series that is launching in a couple of weeks. The first book in the historical Under Texas Stars series is Blue Moon Promise. It's a marriage of convenience story set in 1870s Texas that I think my readers are going to love. It's a very personal book too. Lucy is dealing with the same lack of control issues I faced this year when my husband was diagnosed with prostate cancer and my best friend Diann Hunt discovered that her ovarian cancer had come back. I wanted to DO SOMETHING. To fix it. But Lucy and I both had to realize that control is just an illusion. God is the one who has our life and death in his hands.

That sounds great! You are so right. God is in control, even though it's hard sometimes to 'let go and let God'. Where can readers find you online?

My website is www.colleencoble.com and I'm always chatting on Facebook and Twitter. I blog with four other close friends at www.GirlsWriteOut.blogspot.com.

Thank you, Colleen! And for my readers, a special offer: comment on this blog post to be eligible to win a copy of Lonestar Angel. And let me know if you’ve ever read any of Colleen’s books before! I will choose a winner on Friday. Good luck!

Peace,
Beth