Friday, January 2, 2015

10 1/2 Sketches by Susan Harris



10½ Sketches
Insights On Being Successful Right Where You Are



Book description - The author's personal anecdotes and reliance on God in finding success

In 10 1/2 Sketches: Insights Into Being Successful Right Where You Are, Susan Harris nudges you to examine the gift you already have. Your life. Each of us has experiences that have fallen flat or soared higher than anticipated, and no one can take our experiences from us. Either way the pendulum swings, we can take away lessons: reinforce the good or change direction of the flat, look at or overlook the flaws.
Susan shows how one can turn pitfalls into triumphs and gains into greater gains through anecdotes from her own life. Hers is a life well lived, examined, and dependent on God. She is confident that you can be successful right where you are because success lies within you.


Contents:

Chapter 1 - How Not to Kidnap a Cat
Chapter 2 - Excellence or Perfection?
Chapter 3 - Family Dues
Chapter 4 - A Word to the Wise
Chapter 5 - The Bestsellers' Principles
Chapter 6 - Petunia Power
Chapter 7 - Moving that Dream
Chapter 8 - For the Love of Mauve
Chapter 9 - I'm Feeling Susie-cidal
Chapter 10 - Promote Yourself



 Author Bio:
ABOUT: Susan Harris is a speaker and former teacher, and the author of Remarkably Ordinary: 20 Reflections on Living Intentionally Right Where You Are, Golden Apples in Silver Settings, Little Copper Pennies and Little Copper Pennies for Kids. Her first submission to Chicken Soup for the Soul is published inChicken Soup for the Soul: The Cat Did What? edition as Smokey's Lockout, and was released August 19, 2014. Remarkably Ordinary was released in print on November 1, 2014. Her new picture book, Alphabet on The Farm was released on December 1, 2014. Susan was born in exotic Trinidad but now lives on the Saskatchewan prairies with her husband, daughter and the unpredictable cats.

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Thursday, January 1, 2015

Alphabet on the Farm by Susan Harris

 Alphabet on the Farm
by Susan Harris



Alphabet on The Farm is a picture book for ages 2-6 (or for adults who love the small farm). It is dedicated "For children who have experienced the delights of a farm. For those who have not, I bring the farm to you."  It uses letters of the alphabet to introduce words relating to the farm.

Book Description:
Have you tasted milk? Do you know where the foods you eat come from? If you guessed a farm you are correct.  Farms are exciting places where crops are grown and animals are raised. You can find trucks and tractors, cherries and berries, wheat and oats, kittens and cows, fields and trees and a whole lot more on the farm. 
Have you visited a farm or lived on one? If yes, this book will preserve that special memory, and if you have not visited one, this book will bring the farm to you.



Author Bio:
Susan Harris is a former teacher and the author of Little Copper Pennies for Kids, Little Copper Pennies (for older people), Golden Apples in Silver Settings and Remarkably Ordinary: 20 Reflections on Living Intentionally Right Where You Are. She lives on the prairies of Saskatchewan with her family, and loves making up stories, travelling, and taking pictures of the lush scenery. She got the idea for this book while playing with her kitten, Smokey, who was born on the farm.




Available from Borealis Press in Canada, www.borealispress.com
Chapter/Indigo/Coles bookstores http://www.chapters.indigo.ca/books/alphabet-on-the-farm/9780888875778
and from the author www.susanharris.ca
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Wednesday, December 31, 2014

Thoughts on This Year by Cherime MacFarlane


Dear Gentle Readers,
Today's post is by the talented and interesting Cherime MacFarlane, author and adventuress. This woman has done it all, and with gusto. Her joy of life and deep capacity for love shine through in all her work. And now, Cherime...

"This has been an eventful year. The highlight of the entire year was the month long vacation I took in July. I know it won't appeal to everyone, but driving 3,398 miles one way from Wasilla to Las Vegas for the writer's conference there was an amazing trip. Going home I drove west on the Yellowhead Highway in Canada to Prince Rupert and caught the Alaska Marine Highway back to Haines. From there I drove home. It was just me, my little truck, text to speech on my Kindle and hot, hot music.



I got a lot of pictures and determined that one of my favorite drives in the whole world, the Cassiar Highway from the Alcan down to the Yellowhead was still one amazing drive.

Through it all I did manage to publish several books, The Templars Treasure which finds Lori and Hamish MacGrough celebrating their 28th wedding anniversary in fine chaotic MacGrough style in the glen. The children are all grown up and giving Hamish fits. The Twisted Laird the next one dealing with the MacGroughs, tells how the clan lost the glen after Culloden. I am including a jpeg of the cover. This one is scheduled to be released near the end of the year. Maybe on my birthday, now there is a thought.






On another front, the Copper River Romance series, Deirdre of the Sorrows takes the reader into the shadow world of three children, two of which have a common father. An alcoholic, the father and stepfather, abuses the children and initiates a tragedy that changes the lives of the young adults in major ways. 


I really to wish to thank all the readers out there who have embraced these children of mine. In the years to come, I hope you continue to dip into the indie author pool for entertainment. Come on in, the water's fine."
                                  -  Cherime MacFarlane

Tuesday, December 30, 2014

Favorite Holiday Cocktail Recipes

Good Morning Gentle Readers,

Today I have for you the favorite holiday cocktail recipes for your holiday parties.  These are from FREE-N-FUN Christmas, a part of the Oriental Trading Co.  This site holds a plethora of ideas on decorating, homemade gifts for crafters of all ages, and recipes. If you are not familiar with this site, you still have time to acquaint yourself.

My personal favorite cocktail is the Peach Bellini.  I first had one in Venice long ago.  I don't know how THEY made it, but I use equal parts Prosecco and peach juice.  I have used white grape juice when I couldn't find peach juice.  Frozen grapes make good ice cubes in this version.  Try one.

Have a wonderful day!
Hugs,
Carol


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Monday, December 29, 2014

The Christmas Wreath by Angela Ford


The Christmas Wreath
by Angela Ford


Dear Gentle Readers,
I know there were many Christmas stories out there this year.  But this one, The Christmas Wreath, deserves a look.  Four young women get together and buy a tree farm and in the process, save the town.  Each girl has her own store and this one is Annie's.
Have a great day.  Do something for YOU today.
Hugs,
Carol


Angela Ford


    Amazon Buy Link:
    http://www.amazon.com/Christmas-Wreath-Forever-Book-ebook/dp/B00P8BNH9M/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1419827207&sr=1-1&keywords=the+christmas+wreath+by+angela+ford

Sunday, December 28, 2014

Angela Ford's Favorite Christmas Activity


My Most Memorable Christmas Activity


by Angela Ford                                                    



My most memorable Christmas activity began when my daughter turned three years old and I took her to the Nutcracker. My little ballerina wanted to see 'real ballerinas' - her exact words. I remember asking her after the show if it had been everything magical she'd expected. She said 'yes but they didn't talk'. For Christmas that year I got her a VHS of Barbie Nutcracker. She still has it fourteen years later! 



And yes, for the past fourteen years we have seen the ballet every Christmas season. A treasured tradition we continue!





My Christmas Romance this year is called The Christmas Wreath. A sweet love story enjoyable for all ages. Love may hide but it's never lost.The magic of Christmas unites two hearts together forever. 

Cover, Me & Teaser & Book Trailer attached for The Christmas Wreath :)
Also added a pic of our Christmas Cookbook put out this year :)
And The Christmas Wreath is part of the Forever Christmas series (Book 3) - added pic for you...but they are all stand alone reads. http://www.amazon.com/Forever-Christmas-Reflections-Wreath-Kisses-ebook/dp/B00PKQ4E7Y/

Here are my social media links & universal buy links...one global link takes each reader into their own Amazon country.
Romantic Escapes – Angela Ford – Website/Blog http://www.angelafordauthor.com
Amazon Universal Links for Angela Ford Books
Forbidden (Closure’s sequel) - http://getbook.at/Amazon-Forbidden
The Christmas Wreath - http://mybook.to/ChristmasWreath-AngelaFord