Kisses, Kids and
Bundles of Joy: 7 Christian Winter Romances
Box Set Blurb
Snuggle up with seven brand new, never before published Christian winter romances from bestselling and award-winning authors. Kisses and kids abound in this collection of novellas that will warm your heart all winter long.
One Winter Kiss - Lindi Peterson - Deena Ross travels to Ohio to try and sway her grandfather from making a big mistake, a mistake his neighbor Andrew has been encouraging. When a winter storm hits, and Deena is forced to stay with Andrew and his young son, Evan, Deena's vision of love is tested and she might lose her heart in one winter kiss.
Snuggle up with seven brand new, never before published Christian winter romances from bestselling and award-winning authors. Kisses and kids abound in this collection of novellas that will warm your heart all winter long.
One Winter Kiss - Lindi Peterson - Deena Ross travels to Ohio to try and sway her grandfather from making a big mistake, a mistake his neighbor Andrew has been encouraging. When a winter storm hits, and Deena is forced to stay with Andrew and his young son, Evan, Deena's vision of love is tested and she might lose her heart in one winter kiss.
Childish Ways - Jenn Faulk - Kevin Peterson, a teacher at a small town elementary school, is unexpectedly reunited with Lisa Walker, a girl who spent most of their childhood tormenting and bullying him, when she comes back to town where she helps organize a winter carnival to benefit her niece's school. Lisa has no idea who he is, though, and as they work alongside one another and Kevin sees how much she has changed, he begins to question whether or not he can really trust her and let her into his life.
The Baby & the Bachelor - Cindy K. Green - Playboy bachelor, Alec, discovers a baby on his doorstep only days away from being appointed to a political office, prompting him to appeal his assistant, Jane, for help. Misunderstandings and accusations from the press abound, leading Alec to wonder, even if he were prepared for a ready-made family, could sweet, church-going Jane ever find it in her heart to marry a sinner like him?
For Tracy - Trisha Grace - One phone call led to Sarah Carter becoming the guardian of her favorite student, Tracy, while waiting for Tracy’s Uncle Keith to show up. But Sarah has no idea Uncle Keith was Keith Sutton, Hollywood’s most eligible bachelor, and doesn’t realize how much trouble she is heading for.
Tropical Kiss Or Miss - Liwen Y. Ho - Therapist Olivia Chan can’t wait to escape it all—a failed marriage, a struggling practice, and her son’s recent health scare. The Hawaiian getaway she planned, however, gets rained on—quite literally—by a tropical storm and the unexpected arrival of her estranged husband Matthew, who’s determined to win her back.
To Gain a Mommy - Tanya Eavenson - When Hope Michaels decides to face her past, she unknowingly purchases the house across the street from her former fiancé—the man her twin sister married, then widowed. Fire Captain Carl McGuire can put out any flame, except for the one Hope sparks within him—some things never change.
Foolish Heart - Cindy Flores Martinez - Judy and Graham have feelings for each other, but they won’t admit it. After all, she lives in America and he lives in Scotland with his daughter, Mairi, who he could never leave to be with the woman he loves.
Review:
Normally
when I read a box set I end up with a story I really love, one I’m not that
keen on or don’t finish reading. This one is an exception. It contains 7
amazing stories that made me smile, laugh and cry. One even got a cheer at the
ending. Definitely a set to curl up with as the winter nights get colder and
longer.
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1) How does your faith play into your writing?
Trisha Grace: Jesus loves you regardless of who you are or
what you’ve done. That’s the message behind my books. I’m blessed to be planted
in a church where my pastor preaches the grace message, reminding me each week
that I’m loved and blessed despite of my flaws and sins. And that’s the same
message I hope my readers will get when they read my book.
2) Why do you write the kind of books you do?
Jenn Faulk: I write Christian chick lit and romance, and
my intention with every book is to point readers to Christ and His sufficiency.
I think there’s great biblical truth that can be communicated through a love
story about two normal, believable, imperfect people who need and find redemption
in Christ as they deal with relationships and real life issues. It’s my hope
that someone would read my book and enjoy the story while they’re also being
encouraged and challenged to know Christ better, love Him more deeply, and
serve Him more fully.
3) What advice would you give to a beginning writer?
Liwen Y. Ho: Writing is a solitary exercise, but it should
not be done alone! For beginning writers, I’d recommend joining a writer’s
group, whether online or in person. The best thing you can do is to share your
work with other writers and get their feedback. And read, read, read! Read
books in the genre(s) you want to write and discover what you like/dislike
about certain stories. Read about writing techniques and how to create
characters that come to life and how to keep a story flowing from beginning to
end. Then do what you love to do the most—write! And don’t forget to have fun
while doing it!
4) What’s on your reading list?
Lindi Peterson: My reading list lately has been amazing. Over
the summer I read Rita winner Kristi Ann Hunter’s A Noble Masquerade. Awesome
book. Then I read The Forgotten Room by Karen White, Beatriz Williams and
Lauren Willig. I couldn’t put this book down. Three different generations whose
stories intertwined. Loved it. I read a cool short story, A Spoonful of Spice
by Liwen Ho. Right now I’m reading The Idea of Love by Patti Callahan Henry,
one of my favorite authors. I have so many books on my TRB pile. What a good
problem to have, right?
5) How do you celebrate the release of a new
story?
Tanya Eavenson: Growing up my
parents would celebrate special occasions by taking the family out to Red
Lobster. Fast forward twenty years, my wonderful husband takes me out to
celebrate a new release. Can you guess where? Yep! Red Lobster. Love that man!
6) What do you like to snack on while writing
a story?
Cindy Flores Martinez: I love this question because I can just
picture it in my mind, casually reaching over and grabbing a snack while
writing. I’m sure every writer would tell you that there isn’t time to stop
when you’re in the middle of writing, especially if you’re working on an
important scene. Sometimes I find myself feeling weak because I’ve skipped a
meal. And just in case that happens, I always have fruit or a granola bar
nearby that I can reach for. But that’s only if I am absolutely about to lose
consciousness.
7) What type of research do you enjoy doing
for your stories?
Cindy K. Green: I love research! I’m a trained historian so
research is exciting to me. In fact, when I am stuck on a project whether plot
or otherwise, research is one of the best ways to get out of a bit of writer’s
block or it just inspires me to write period. I write both contemporary and
historical novels. Of course, every story includes some research. I had to
research golf & golf courses, as well as, how a company goes through the
process of going public for one contemporary novel. But the historical ones are
the ones I love to research most. I’ve been working on a historical western series
for the last few years. It has been such a joy learning more about old Carson
City, Nevada; the 1870’s clothing and hats; and everything else relating to the
period of the booming silver mines in the area of the Comstock Lode. My father
lives in that area, and he is a terrific resource for background information.
Would You Rather
1) Would you rather drink coffee or tea?
Cindy K. Green: This is an easy one for me. I am a total tea
drinker. (In fact, I am one of those odd ones who actually hates coffee!) If
you came to my house, I would have a myriad of different types of teas to
choose from, and I would serve it to you in a proper cup and saucer (no mugs
please). My favorite is green tea with a bend of acai and blueberry.
2) Would you rather live on the east coast or
on the west coast of the US?
Lindi Peterson: I love this question because I’m on the east
coast, in Georgia, while my brother and his family live in Seattle, the city I
call my favorite city in America. I’ve spent a few weeks in Seattle over the
years, but never for an extended period of time. If you’ve never been you must
go! The green is different in Seattle. It’s hard to explain, but it’s how I see
it. The city itself is amazing, Lake Washington and the surrounding area is
beautiful. Seattle is my west coast experience and I’ve said for years if the
rest of my family would move there with me I’d go in a heartbeat. But they
won’t, and I’m kind of partial to living with my husband, so I’m staying on the
east coast. Don’t get me wrong, it’s beautiful here, too. We have coastline and
mountains within a short driving distance. So my east coast body wants to live
on the west coast, but that may simply be a case of the grass is always greener
on the other side. (No pun intended on the green thing!)
3) Would you rather have a castle in Scotland
or a countryside villa in Italy?
Trisha Grace: This is a tough one! I love historical
romance, so a castle in Scotland would be a dream come true. But I have a soft
spot for Italy, too. It’s a beautiful country, and I went there for my
honeymoon. If I really have to choose, I’ll rather have a . . . castle in
Scotland. As beautiful as a countryside villa in lovely Italy would be, I’ve
never been to Scotland. For a city girl, a castle is something I’ve only ever
seen in movies and pictures. So yeah, castle in Scotland it is!
4) Would you rather watch a football game or
baseball game?
Jenn Faulk: Honestly, I would much prefer to watch a
basketball game over football or baseball either one! But if given a choice
between the two in this question, I would pick football, mainly because
baseball moves sooooo slowly. I went to a MLB game with my husband a couple of
months ago (he got me there by promising me a lot of trips to the concession
stand), and we made it all the way to the fifth inning with NO home runs! I
told him, “If this was an NBA game, we’d be up seventy points by now.” (See why
I prefer basketball?) Football is the same! I like seeing action on the field,
not everyone just standing around, ha ha!
5) Would you rather vacation on the beach or
in the mountains?
Cindy Flores Martinez: I’m fortunate to live close enough to the
beach and the mountains that I can visit both places. But if I had to choose
only one of them to vacation at, it would have to be the beach. Although the
mountains are beautiful, there’s just something about being by the ocean that’s
much more exhilarating for me. I also find that the mountains are a bit more
isolated compared to most beach towns, which is awkward for this suburb girl
who is used to being around a lot of people.
6) Would you rather go horseback riding or
whitewater rafting?
Tanya Eavenson: I love horses so horseback riding for sure! My
husband and kids are another story. They go whitewater rafting every year in
Georgia. I rather stay dry! =)
7) Would you rather live in Hawaii or Alaska?
Liwen Y. Ho: Definitely, without a doubt, in a
heartbeat—Hawaii! I am a beach girl and the beaches of Hawaii are
breathtakingly beautiful. I love Hawaii so much that I made the island of Oahu
the setting for my story, Tropical Kiss Or Miss. I wouldn’t mind visiting
Alaska though; I have an aunt who’s lived there for over thirty years.
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