Today is the official release of my friend (and birthday buddy!) Jody Hedlund's debut novel, THE PREACHER'S BRIDE. It's historical Christian romance (Bethany House), and it's wonderfully written with a strong and relevant message--STAND UP FOR WHAT YOU BELIEVE.`
This is the first of Jody's three-book contract from Bethany House, and it's only the beginning of her success!
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Go to any major bookstore (or visit Amazon) and buy your copy today. I know I'll treasure mine.
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Also released today is Christine Fonseca's EMOTIONAL INTENSITY IN GIFTED STUDENTS. I'll be buying it not just as a writer friend and supporter, but as the mom of a gifted child. What an important resource this will be! Christine is an expert, a warm soul, and a champion of gifted kids everywhere.`
For anyone who bristles at the term "gifted"--because aren't all children special?--know that I do, too. I use it sparingly, especially with my daughter, but it's the term recognized by educators and organizations in our country. It's a term used for children who may excel wonderfully in some areas but not all, and whose minds need creative and alternative methods of learning. Emotional Intensity is a spot-on topic to cover, and I was thrilled when news of Christine's book came out, because it's something my husband and I deal with in our daughter. (And it's something my husband has to deal with in me. Poor guy...)
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So there you have it, both a fiction and non-fiction title to seek. Aren't they both just beautiful covers? Go! Buy! Read!
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Also, regarding that QUERY CALL I mentioned... I've a friend who is soon launching the first issue of his brand new high school sports-themed magazine, and is looking for future content! He'd like articles with general content, ie. Is Cheerleading a Sport?; Drugs in High School Sports; Injuries in Our Players, etc... If you're interested in writing for this upstart, contact me for more info, and I can put you in touch with the publisher. Send an inquiry e-mail to jannawritesATyahooDOTcom. Thanks!
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And last, but maybe not least, I've a book review and author feature up at ROSE & THORN LITERARY JOURNAL blog. Check it out!
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And have a fantastic weekend.
Jody's book is wonderful! It's one of my new favorites. :)
ReplyDeleteHave a great weekend!
Blessings,
Karen
Some great books to read! Can't wait to read Christine's. :)
ReplyDeleteGreat books! Thanks for the link info and happy weekend to you!!! :O)
ReplyDeleteI love that you flipped Jody's book facing out!
ReplyDeleteI'll have to check all these things out.
Loved Preacher's Bride.
~ Wendy
I didn't want Jody's book to end! It's amazing!
ReplyDeleteThe non-fiction book you discuss looks very interesting. I might have to check that one out.
Have a great weekend!
I can't wait to red Jody's book. My TBR list is soooooooo long though. I need more hours.
ReplyDeleteHi! I've been reading your blog for many months now...so I thought I'd finally say hello and thank you for providing thoughtful posts for me to read while sitting in the car-line waiting for my kids. I can't wait to check out your friend's new book...it looks wonderful. Have a blessed weekend! :) ~Christie
ReplyDeleteJanna, congrats on your blog post-I'll go check it out! The books look great-that is always so exciting.
ReplyDeleteThose gals are amazing. I just know their books are going to be every bit as amazing as they are.
ReplyDeleteAnd it's great to "meet" you, Sara. Congrats on the book review!
*Janna--sorry I got your name wrong! :(
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for the shout out!
ReplyDeleteI'm going to look for these books. They sound great Janna :) Have a wonderful weekend.
ReplyDeletethank you for the wonderful book
ReplyDeletereviews. they both sound intriguing.
as a Christian, i tend to shy away
from Christian fiction, because it
tends to be so bad. i will trust your
review though and check it out.
Did I mention I just got Jody's book and started it today?? yay!
ReplyDeleteSo happy for both your friends' books. I'm reading Jody's now, and it's one of the best I've read in a long time. She is indeed gifted. I wonder if she's also emotionally intense? Wish I'd had that book when my kids were younger.
ReplyDeleteThank you! I can think of people/uses for both books!
ReplyDeleteThat is GREAT about Jody's book.
ReplyDeleteThanks for keeping us up to date, sweet Janna.
Patt
I can't wait to read Jody's book...I have it here and I'm finishing up another book before I start it.
ReplyDeleteI've been waiting eagerly for Jody's book. And so glad to hear about Christine's. Wish I'd had it when I was teaching. Off to see what you've been up to for R&T.
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