Showing posts with label 3 Month Tour. Show all posts
Showing posts with label 3 Month Tour. Show all posts

Monday, September 9, 2019

3 Month tour winner!

I don't usually go the old-fashioned route with drawing giveaway winners because...
Well, for today anyway, I'm at school and can't very well write up a few dozen slips to draw (and... the only container I have is my water jug; no thanks!).

So, thanks to a handy-dandy online generator, names were entered and drawn!

Congratulations, Kassie! I can't wait to share my stories with you!



Monday, September 2, 2019

Tales of Faith Giveaway | 3 Month Tour Conclusion



In conclusion to the 3 Month Tour, I'm giving away a complete Tales of Faith paperback series (U.S. addresses only, sorry)!!

But before I get to that, I did draw the winners for last week's release tour. Congratulations to...
P. Knapp for the paperback series!!
Lissa L. for the eBook series!!
I'll be emailing both of you. :D

Now for this giveaway...

To enter, it's going to take some serious blog-hopping, so I'll warn you: be prepared. ;)

How this works
- Visit a 3 Month Tour post.

- Comment.

- Check the box for the blog/month you commented on this form.

- Repeat.

- Bonus: share this blog post.

The more blogs you comment on, the more entries you have.
GIVEAWAY ENDS SEPTEMBER 7, 2019.

BLOG POSTS
JUNE POSTS (feating Befriending the Beast)



JULY POSTS (featuring The Secret Slipper)



AUGUST POSTS (featuring Protecting the Poor)



Saturday, August 24, 2019

Behind the Cover | Blog Tour Stop at Honey Rock Hills


Designing book covers is probably one of my top favorite things to do when publishing a book (well, that and actually writing the story and formatting it and getting to share it... ;)). Today, I'm talking about some behind-the-scenes in designing covers for the Tales of Faith series. This includes a glimpse at some of the covers and ideas that didn't make it. Visit Honey Rock Hills to see what all went on behind the designs!

Friday, August 23, 2019

Review | Blog Tour Stop at Faith Blum, Author


Early reviews are such a blessing for me! Especially when they come from other authors. Today, Faith Blum reviewed "Protecting the Poor" over at her blog!

Her unique spin on the classic tale was well written when memorable characters.
Read the full review here.

Thursday, August 22, 2019

Monday, August 19, 2019

Excerpt | Blog Tour Stop at Drop in the Ocean


Who remembers Barat from "The Secret Slipper?" Well, he's back in "Protecting the Poor" in full force and today I'm sharing an excerpt of the first scene between him and Dumphey. It begins...

“Ah, there you are, my good lad.” Barat’s tone belied his congenial words.

For the rest of the excerpt, hop over to Drop in the Ocean blog!




Saturday, August 17, 2019

Writing Retellings | Blog Stop at Tangled Up in Writing


I've already shared some rewriting tips in today's count-down post... but I go into a little more detail on Tangled Up in Writing Blog. What did I do specifically in writing my retelling of Robin Hood? How did I get the specific ideas for all three in the Tales of Faith trilogy? Read the article here.



Friday, August 16, 2019

An Early Review! | Blog Stop at Maidens for Modesty


One of my first reviews for "Protecting the Poor" is up!! For me as an author, I always have a bit of apprehension when a book is about to release. Did the readers glean the message I was striving to share? Did I just butcher something completely? Did enough of my Amanda-isms get edited out? (inside joke between me and Mom, my main editor)

And then I read a review like this one, and I almost want to cry. God is so good. The message was relayed and a valuable lesson seen clearly by the reader. Praise the Lord!!!

One thing I have always loved about Amanda’s books is that they are unapologetically Christian in nature, and this is no exception. The way biblical themes are woven into the very essence of the story is delightful, and watching the characters grow more like Christ throughout the story is precious! I loved how the characters each had their own individual struggle and sought to overcome it with the help of the Lord. The way that Dumphey and Noel and their friends learn truths about forgiveness, vengeance, and fear was beautifully shared!
Read her full review here.


Sneak Peek | Blog Tour Stop at A.M. Heath's blog


Do you want to read a little more of "Protecting the Poor" before it releases? Sneak-peek over at A.M. Heath's blog!!


Remember, you can order a signed paperback copy here!


Thursday, August 15, 2019

Historical Names--or Not | Blog Tour Stop at We've Got Pockets


Dumphey, Betin, Stephan, Arther, Patey, Dickie, Noel, Feroci, Barat, Lydda, Zuzene… I was going to look into each of these names and share some history behind them. Then, I decided to try to find definitions. Yeah. Turns out, I didn't choose very historically accurate names--or names that have a given meaning to them at all. So I'm asking: what would you define these names as? Read the full post and list of undefined names over on We've Got Pockets blog.


Monday, August 12, 2019

Robin Hood and History | Blog Stop at Blossoms and Blessings


How Much of Robin Hood is History?
As a kid, I thought Robin Hood was a historical figure. Well… then I grew up. And got much wiser. And crushed my childhood fantasies...

View the rest of my thoughts on Blossoms and Blessings.



Thursday, August 8, 2019

Review and Giveaway | Blog Stop at Author Abigail Harris


Author Abigail Harris reviewed all three of the Tales of Faith books AND has a giveaway for all three eBooks on her blog! This is the first ever giveaway for "Protecting the Poor" -- and there are many more to come! :D

Visit her blog (and enter the giveaway!) HERE.

Wednesday, August 7, 2019

Occupations in Abtshire | 3 Month Tour Post at Wildflower Acres


“Protecting the Poor” is all about the villagers in Abtshire. Every individual was occupied in some way or another. This not only fits the history, it fits the turmoil of Abtshire very well.

To find out a little more about the occupations I feature in Abtshire and the history behind them, visit Wildflower Acres blog. 



What medieval occupation do you know about? Have you ever read a book where it was featured?


Saturday, August 3, 2019

On History and Friendship | 3-Month Tour Posts at Tangled Up in Writing and Honey Rock Hills


With being on vacation, I'm falling behind in sharing my 3-month tour bloggers! But the last two July posts were pretty unique. 



First, the historical post about WHY "The Secret Slipper" HAD to be historical. Have you ever considered why a certain idea HAS to be in a certain era? It's really fascinating to think about!! I'd love to hear your spin-offs of why _______ story had to be told in ________ era.
You can read the full article HERE.



Another belated July 3-month-tour post. One of the things I love including in my books is friendship. Strong friends. Godly friends. Those that encourage ME to be a better friend. As I got to thinking about the friendships I portrayed in my books, I realized that the reason I can portray them is because I've experienced them. I've had some friends stick with me through some pretty tough situations--friends who have encouraged me in my walk with God, uplifted me, rebuked me, prayed for me, and unconditionally loved me. If you have a friend like that, thank them today for being a godly friend!
Read the article HERE.




Thursday, August 1, 2019

It's Release Month! | Final month of the 3-month tour



It’s release month!! 

Wow… this day has come about a year and three brutal rewrites later than I had hoped (okay, okay, creative license here on the description). The twosome is finally becoming a threesome--and I am finally able to tuck a completed series under my belt!


I have to give another huge shout-out to the lovely ladies joining me for a huge 3-month tour celebrating the release of "Protecting the Poor" as well as the two books that came before it. 


These blogs will all have another special post this month--this time, featuring the book we've all been waiting for! So be sure to keep up on my blog or just sign up for their blogs to see what comes up! I'll be giving sneak-peeks, sharing historical tidbits (which will probably have some sneak-peeks as well) and host several giveaways!

Have you added "Protecting the Poor" to your Goodreads' list yet?

What are you looking forward to this month?



Thursday, July 25, 2019

Review and Interview | Tour Stop at Singing Librarian Books


Review and interview over with Singing Librarian Books today! I loved the questions she asked! Do you want to know what I took away from writing each book in this series? What my current WIP is? What top 5 books are currently on my TBR pile? My favorite summer activies? Read the interview here.




Wednesday, July 24, 2019

Adding Angst | Blot Tour Stop at Faith Blum Author


Ever read a book where you are just as torn apart as the character? Yeah. That’s what angst is.


 In “The Secret Slipper,” the biggest lesson I learned was about upping the stakes—intensifying the angst. I want my readers to feel it with my characters. But I usually fall flat in my first attempt (courtesy of my personal lack of emotion) and have to edit to add it. For me, it’s an ever-learning process of upping angst.     

Join me today over at Faith's blog for my thoughts on adding angst to your story.




Friday, July 19, 2019

Interview | Blog Tour Stop at We've Got Pockets


Today I'm over at We've Got Pockets with a very fun and different interview! What details do I slip into my books that no one really knows about but me? What honor would I choose for my book? Which book am I most proud of? Find my answers for these and more over at Esther's blog here.



Thursday, July 18, 2019

Excerpt from "The Secret Slipper" | Blog Tour Stop at A.M. Heath


Last week, you got to read the prologue at Wildflower Acres. This week, author A.M. Heaht is sharing another excerpt from "The Secret Slipper" over on her blog. Spoiler: it's a scene with Lia and "Protecting the Poor's" own MC, Dumphey! Read it here.


Tuesday, July 16, 2019

What's in a Dress? | Blog Tour Stop at Drop in the Ocean



Lia buried her hands in the folds of Geva’s gown, the soft linen not calming her at all. She made sure her steps were slow and even, making her appear the careful lass Bioti claimed her to be. Had she not spent the last hour transitioning from filthy rags to this pale green gown, she would have doubted that she was the same lass mucking the stalls this morn. She lifted her eyes, taking in every embroidered flower that decorated the deep gray silk of Lady Yzebel’s gown. The beauty of elegance stopped as she looked at the lady’s face.


What’s in a dress? Today, we might not be able to look at a stranger and automatically assume their position, financial status, and wellbeing, but in the medieval era, dress was all about those very things.

Last week, I discussed weaving historical elements into fantasy (ish) fiction over at Author Abigail Harris’ blog—particularly village life in reality vs. fantasy and my mix of both. Today, I'm over at Drop in the Ocean discussing medieval clothing. Read the full article here.




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