Monday, November 24

@GoddessFish Book Tour: An Amish Christmas Quilt Anthology


An Amish Christmas Quilt

Christmas Anthology
Charlotte Hubbard, Kelly Long and Jennifer Beckstrand

Genre: Amish/Inspirational romance
Publisher: Kensington
Date of Publication: October 28, 2014
Number of pages: 288



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A Willow Ridge Christmas Pageant

Seth Brenneman didn’t expect his holiday would include rescuing pregnant young Mary Kaffman and her two children…or having unexpected feelings for the still-grieving widow. But when they must play the leads in an impromptu live Nativity pageant to help his Amish community, will their roles reveal their hearts—and work a miracle for a lifetime?

A Perfect Amish Christmas

Anna and Felty Helmuth’s grandson, Gideon, plans to spend Christmas on a beach in sunny Mexico. But Anna is quite sure he’d rather be with them, snowshoeing, ice fishing—falling in love. And she knows the perfect girl. Not only is Dottie Schrock an excellent quilter and baker, she’s having a party. There’s just one complication—Gideon is not invited. Dottie has her reasons, but Anna trusts that the spirit of Christmas—and true love-will change her mind, and her future …

A Christmas On Ice Mountain

Matthew Beider and Laurel Lapp's secret wish to marry is a gift their feuding fathers definitely won't accept. And trying to settle their dats' long-standing quarrel is making their holiday anything but merry. Can rediscovering the joys and friendships of Christmas past finally turn their families' futures bright?
Excerpt: 
A Willow Ridge Christmas Pageant

“Are we ready? I think our Nativity’s going to be a huge success, with such a heavenly little angel and a regal king,” Rebecca said as she grinned at each of the kids. “And how’s our main attraction?”

Emmanuel, cradled in Mary’s arms, wiggled when Rebecca smiled down at him.

“He’s been fed and changed, so he’s ready,” Mary replied. She smiled at the little parade walking up the Hooleys’ lane. “And here come our shepherds and the other wise men and angels. Everybody looks really gut, Rebecca. We couldn’t have done this without your help.”

As Rebecca murmured something in reply, Mary lost track of it. A tall, broad-shouldered man in a flowing brick-red tunic was striding up the lane toward her, and while she couldn’t see his eyes, she sensed Seth was looking right at her... just as she was gazing at him. Thank you for this night, Lord, as we celebrate the birth of Your son and the beginning of our new life in Willow Ridge, Mary prayed quickly. Help me be your faithful handmaiden, as the Virgin Mary was so long ago.

“Let’s hope this works the way I envisioned it,” Rebecca said as other folks began to gather from around town.

Mary turned just in time to see a star-shaped balloon rise into the air, on a long ribbon tied to the light post—and when Rebecca turned on the second lantern, which was aimed skyward, the star glowed and sparkled. Miriam, Ben, Bishop Tom, and the Zook family all let out a delighted oh!

“Folks will be able to see that from quite a ways off!” Tom said. His face shone with boyish wonder as he gazed raptly at the shimmering star above them.
Giveaway: 

The authors will be awarding a $25 Amazon GC to a randomly drawn winner via rafflecopter during the tour.





Author Bios:

Jennifer Beckstrand:


Jennifer Beckstrand is the bestselling author of The Matchmakers of Huckleberry Hill series and the Forever After in Apple Lake series, set in two Amish communities in beautiful Wisconsin. She has always been drawn to the strong faith and the enduring family ties of the Plain people and loves writing about the antics of Anna and Felty Helmuth, the two scheming Amish grandparents who try to help their grandchildren find suitable mates in Huckleberry Hill. Who would ever suspect two elderly Amish folks of mischief?

Jennifer has a degree in mathematics, which comes in handy when one of her six children needs help with algebra. After twenty-five years of being a chauffeur, cook, maid, and nurse, she embarked on a writing career. Jennifer is a member of Romance Writers of America and is represented by Mary Sue Seymour of The Seymour Agency.

She and her husband have been married for thirty years, and she has four daughters, two sons, and two adorable grandsons, whom she spoils rotten.

To connect with the author online:

Website | Blog | Facebook | Twitter | Goodreads



Charlotte Hubbard:


Many moons ago—like, in 1983 while I was still a school librarian—I sold my first story to True Story magazine. This launched me into writing about seventy of those “true confessions” stories over the years, and I’ve been a slave to my overactive imagination ever since. My stories invariably take on a life of their own, different from the way I’ve proposed them: I love it when unforeseen characters and plot twists come along, because they keep me guessing right along with my readers!

I love touring historic homes, trying new recipes, crocheting, and playing with my border collie Ramona—although it’s humbling, having a dog smarter than I am! I’m an ordained Presbyterian deacon, and I devote a lot of time to singing in my church choir and to practicing/performing with our percussion ensemble. I’m celebrating more than thirty-five years with my husband, who—bless him—has never once suggested I get a real job!


To connect with the author online:

Website | Facebook | Goodreads



Kelly Long:



Kelly Long was born and raised in North Central Pennsylvania. There was an Amish hitching post at the small grocery store in her town. She loves to write Amish romance and is the author of novel, Sarah's Garden, the novella Amish Christmas Expanded Edition with some other great Amish authors, Amish Love with Beth Wiseman and Kathy Fuller, and Lilly's Wedding Quilt--the sequel to Sarah's Garden. She lives in Atlanta with her husband and children.


To connect with the author online:

Website | Blog | Facebook | Twitter | Goodreads


33 comments:

  1. this anthology sounds sweet :) Thanks for sharing!

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    1. Erin, it's nice to see you here today! Thanks for stopping by!

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    2. Erin, it is very sweet and very romantic. Hope you love it.

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  2. Thanks so much for featuring our book on your site today!

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    1. Yes! Thanks for hosting us on your site today.

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  3. I enjoyed reading about Kelly.

    wfnren(at)aol(dot)com

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    1. And we're glad you stopped by to do that, Wendy! Thanks!

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    2. Thanks, Wendy. We're glad you found us today.

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  4. Rita, thanks so much for faithfully following our tour.

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  5. While I don't quilt, I love color, fabric and reading about quilts and I like Amish fiction. Thanks for contest.

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    1. And thanks for stopping by, GMCT! I don't quilt, either, but I do love color and I sew and crochet!

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    2. I'm not a true quilter, but I can make patchwork quilts and baby blankets. I love going in to a fabric store and seeing all the possibilities.

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  6. I am an avid quilter and I adore Amish fiction..... could there be a better pairing??? I love Kelly and Jennifer's work, but am not familiar with Charlotte's... so this is a perfect opportunity to get to know her works. Thanks for the blog today!

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    1. Donna, I'm so glad you stopped by! Our anthology was designed to introduce readers to new writers, and it's doing it's job!

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    2. Donna,
      My sister is an amazing quilter. I love seeing what she can put together. I can do nine-patch and basic squares, but I'm nowhere near as good as my sis. Thanks for stopping by today.

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  7. I enjoyed the intro to a new book. Cover picture makes it look interesting. Thank you for giveaway.

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    1. You're welcome, Phyllis--thanks for spending your time with us!

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    2. Thanks, Phyllis. Our publisher does such a great job with their covers.

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  8. I like the Excerpt, And I am a quilter. would enjoy reading this ;)

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    1. We're glad you've found our book, Deanna!

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    2. Deanna, I love that so many people still like to quilt. It seems like it's becoming a lost art. Hope you enjoy!

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  9. I have enjoyed learning about the book. Thanks for sharing it.
    psiu@ live.com

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  10. Sounds like a great read after reading your book. I would love it!

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    1. Thanks for taking the time to visit with us, Vickie!

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    2. Vickie, if you like romance, Christmas, Amish, or quilting, I think you will enjoy this book. It's hard to go wrong when you put those four things together.

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  11. I love the picture on the book. I would love a wagon or sleigh ride in he snow. I love Amish stories.

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