Thank you to all who entered in the two book giveaways! It is a genuine blessing to support authors that I know have written books that will be a blessing to all who read.  

So, without further ado, I would like to announce the winners! 

Faith from GoldintheClouds blog has won Cheryl Smith's book (Homespun Devotions Volume III).

Martha Jane Orlando from Meditations of My Heart has won Kathy's book Torn Robe: Choices! 

Please email me with your mailing addresses, and I will get these books on their way to you! 

August skylines!

Late August skies and horizons after we took a ride out into the mountains.

We hiked a short distance and found some more huckleberry bushes.

There are a few huckleberries still hanging on the bushes, and we enjoyed picking a few more for the freezer.

Did you realize that August is the one month out of the year - for the United States at least - that has no national holiday? It has no special connotation associated with it, unlike other months. February is the month of Love, July is the month of Patriotism, October is the month of Pumpkins, November is the month of Thanksgiving, and December is the month of Christmas.  Poor August! No special holiday for this month. Speaking for myself, I think August is a month of preparation.  

I'm thrilled to announce that I have another giveaway for you, my readers - and this time there will be two books given away to TWO blessed winners! Let me introduce these wonderful authors to you, and all you will have to do is leave a comment below which book you'd like to receive, or both! Yes, you can enter for both if you'd like! 

KATHY M. QUINN

Please meet my dear friend, Kathy Quinn! Kathy has been writing for many years and has become a friend of mine through an online Christian writing group. She recently started a new blog where she has been introducing her book series, The Torn Robes including the setting for her book as well as introducing the back story of the characters.  

Here is Kathy's introduction to herself and her books!

Hello, everyone! I'm K.M. Quinn, award-winning writer of the Torn Robes Book Series.

As a wife, mother, and grandmother, I truly enjoy spending time with my family and staying active. Whether it's horseback riding, boating, or simply taking a walk, I love being outdoors. I’m also an avid researcher with a passion for history, learning, and exploring new things. Born and raised on the East Coast, I have a deep love for the ocean, which is reflected in my books, set along the beautiful beaches I cherish.

I'm thrilled to celebrate my journey as an author with you!

I began writing my first novel, “Torn Robes: Choices, “while juggling a career in the corporate world and raising a family.

For many years, "Torn Robes: Choices" was my constant companion. It became a labor of love, fueled by a passion that God placed in my soul long ago. My personal experiences with God's guidance and direction inspire me to share His unconditional love and constant forgiveness through life's tough times and challenges.

The second book in the series, "Torn Robes: Reckoning," looks at the impact of poor choices and highlights the transformative power of God’s love. 

I’m currently working on the third book, "Torn Robes: The King's Highway," and can’t wait to share it with you! 

To celebrate this journey, Marilyn is hosting a book giveaway! If you love stories that explore the beauty of imperfection and the strength of the human spirit, I’d love to send you a signed copy of Torn Robes: Choices. The characters in my stories, whether they are school board members, parents, or students, are all ordinary people with many imperfections. Through their imperfections, they demonstrate uniqueness and courage. I have journeyed with each one of them for quite some time and developed a fervent attachment to them, just as I hope you will.

My hope is that with each page, you will laugh at their humor, scoff at their sarcasm, feel the depth of their sorrow, and embrace their hope. Please remain steadfast during their moments of confusion and immerse yourself in the miracle of God’s love!

To get the inside scoop I've started a biweekly blog, "Torn Robes: A Journey Through the Characters and the Town." In this blog, I dive into the development of both the characters and the town, weaving in personal stories from my life that have shaped their narratives. I'd love you to join me on this adventure!

For more information, or if you'd like to drop me a line, please visit my website at: www.kmquinn44.com .

Wishing you abundant blessings, always, K.M. Quinn.

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I hope that you will welcome Kathy to our blogging community and drop by to say hello at her blog!   www.kmquinn44.com  You will be blessed by reading her book, as her characters are relatable in their struggles and faith journeys. 

CHERYL E. SMITH

I also want to present to you another book just released by a dear friend whom many of you may know, as I have hosted giveaways for her two previous books in the Homespun Devotions collection.  My dear friend, Cheryl Smith has just published her third book in the Homespun Devotion series, and this is one you don't want to miss! It is packed with special devotions written from her heart, and also included in this book are some of her very favorite recipes! If you haven't met Cheryl before, you can find her blogging at www.homespundevotions.com