Sunday, February 7, 2010

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Friday, February 5, 2010

Books In Sync Recognizes & Honors Author J. W. Thompson


Books In Sync Honors J. W. Thompson For Service To His Country In The United States Military.

Author J. W. Thompson Resides In Daytona Beach, FL, USA

Featuring: Mysterious Lady by J. W. Thompson
After a stint in the Marine Corps, T.R. Bare tried to adjust to civilian life, but to do what. He bums down the East Coast doing odd jobs, working on the occasional fishing or dive boat until he comes to the end of the line, Key West.

Here he finds the boat of his dreams and the love of his life. He works hard to salvage the boat and restore it to her natural beauty and while refurbishing her, he discovers her hidden secrets as well as an unsolved murder of the boats former owner in Miami.

Will the secrets reveal themselves as he scours the Caribbean, battles modern day pirates in search for the answers to the mysteries left behind? Are the answers worth his life and the life of the love he finally found? The stakes are high, as he risks everything including the boat that he loves and worked so hard to restore.

Book Details:
ISBN: 1-60610-111-0

Book In Print Price: $29.95

Book Purchase Link:
http://www.freewebs.com/jwthmpsn/

Author’s Website (s) & Blogs:
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http://www.freewebs.com/jwthmpsn/
http://www.new.facebook.com/group.php?gid=69073710111
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gyx913qrGaw

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http://www.booksinsync.com/authordirectory/thompsonjw.html

Submitted by Theodocia McLean
Owner of Books In Sync
Website: http://www.booksinsync.com
Submission Date: February 5, 2010

Thursday, February 4, 2010

Books In Sync Recognizes Mystery Author Susan Whitfield


About The Author:
Susan Whitfield is a native of North Carolina, where she sets her Logan Hunter Mysteries. Genesis Beach is set along the Crystal Coast, Just North of Luck, in the Blue Ridge Mountains, and Hell Swamp along Black River in Pender County. She is currently working on Gator Creek, set in Wilmington. Whitfield has three degrees from East Carolina University: B.S. in English, MAEd in Education, and a doctorate in Educational Leadership. She is married with two sons and has a very spoiled Yellow Lab who keeps her sane.

Member:
North Carolina Writers Network
Authors 'Round The South
Carolina Conspiracy
The Authors Society
Sisters in Crime
Mystery Writers of America

Susan Whitfield, Author of The Logan Hunter Mystery Series:

Featuring: Hell Swamp by Susan Whitfield
Book 3 - The Logan Hunter Mystery Series:

Agent Logan Hunter's cast iron stomach and steeled nerves are put to the test in Hell Swamp, a place where snakes, skulls, and sinister secrets abound. Called back into action from her personal leave to track down a sadistic murderer, Logan traveled to a location in the backwoods of North Carolina, not far from where she grew up. Across Beatty's Bridge, the familiar Greek revival mansion along the Black River now held a crime scene beyond anyone's worst nightmare. A gruesome mess with blood tracked everywhere, and key evidence already obliterated. With the SBI seriously shorthanded Agent Hunter had the daunting task of piecing everything together to find the killer. She questioned a strange assortment of suspects and soon discovered the seemingly harmless victim had numerous enemies. Which one committed the heinous crime? Inching closer to the truth, she dodged increasing danger around every curve as the killer tried to stop her investigation. Even more troubling than the physical attacks, this case brought back Logan's night terrors as she battled Hell Swamp's demons from the past.

Book Details:
Paperback: 196 pages
Publisher: L & L Dreamspell (February 8, 2009)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 160318094X
ISBN-13: 978-1603180948
Genre: Mystery

Print List Price: $15.95
Kindle Edition: $4.79

Purchase Link:
http://www.amazon.com/Hell-Swamp-Susan-Whitfield/dp/160318094X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1240691501&sr=8-1

Other Titles:
Genesis Beach: Book 1 - The Logan Hunter Mystery Series
Just North of Luck: Book 2 - The Logan Hunter Mystery Series

Coming Soon:
Gator Creek: Book 4 – The Logan Hunter Mystery Series

Contact Information:
Author’s Website: www.susanwhitfieldonline.com
Author’s Email: ssn.whitfield@gmail.com

Author Susan Whitfield Author Page On Books In Sync:
http://www.booksinsync.com/authordirectory/whitfieldsusan.html

Submitted by Theodocia McLean
Owner of Books In Sync
Website: http://www.booksinsync.com
Submission Date: February 4, 2010

Wednesday, February 3, 2010

Books In Sync Recognizes Author & Books In Sync Partner Cindy Bauer


Cindy Bauer Has Partnered With Book Sync Bringing Authors Professional & Affordable Books Cover and Promotional Aids (i.e. Book Marks, Business Cards, Etc.)

About The Author:
Author, Reviewer, Interviewer, Writer & Editor

Born and raised in Iowa, Cindy Bauer grew up the youngest of three children. An avid reader since early childhood, she often dreamed of becoming a writer. Cindy graduated from Assumption High School in 1975, married her husband Robert in 1976 and left her dream behind. When her mother became terminally ill, Cindy and her husband relocated to Missouri in 1986 to assist with her care. They decided to stay and make it their home.

Cindy's dream to write was sparked when she began working for a daily newspaper. She published her first novel, Chasing Memories, in 2006 and her second, Shades of Blue, in 2007, both of which were edited by her sister, a former journalism teacher. In early 2008, Cindy severed ties with her publisher. She then rewrote and republished both those novels in 2008.

But editor "sis" is not the only family member involved with Cindy's writing career. Cindy enlisted the assistance of her brother, an artist and lyrics writer, to design the new covers for Shades of Blue, republished November 2008, and Crystal Clear, June 2009.

Besides writing and marketing her own works, Cindy now freelances as a writer and editor, and also reviews for Bookpleasures and New Leaf Press. She recently joined the staff as a volunteer at Visual Arts Junction and contributes articles revolving around writing, publishing and marketing.

"I believe the Lord has chosen me to spread His word through my words and who am I to question His plans for me?" Copyright ©2008 Cindy Bauer

"Dreams can be turned into reality if one has the courage to try. Failure comes only to those who don't." Copyright ©2006 Cindy Bauer

Inspirational Fiction - Good for the Soul!
"The Memory Box Trilogy"

Chasing Memories by Cindy Bauer
First in the Memory Box Trilogy

Steven and Laura Thompson have the ideal marriage, and the birth of Annie only strengthens their bond. Life is perfect, as if they have forever, until everything changes in an instant with one man's careless decision - to drive while intoxicated - and the resulting accident leaves Laura a widow.

Now a single mother, Laura struggles to move on with her life but two years later, an unimaginable tragedy strikes again. While shoveling her elderly neighbor's snowy walk, a careening car slides into her on an icy patch on the street, and leaves Laura with no memory of either Steven or Annie!

Laura grapples to make sense of the missing pieces of her past, living in the present with a daughter she can't remember, a friend she doesn't know but must learn to trust, and a future filled with uncertainties. A beautiful memory box, handcrafted by her elderly neighbor and given to her at Christmas, is filled with precious mementos in the hopes she will one day remember.

As Laura instinctively fights for survival, her eventual surrender to a God of love brings hope, healing and a new wholeness to her shattered life

"And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love." ~~1 Corinthians 13:13 - NIV

Cover Design by Cindy Bauer

Chasing Memories Book Review:
“Chasing Memories is a heart-touching story, with a bittersweet conclusion. This is a touching storyline. I read with anticipation, hoping for a happy finale, but I was left with the feeling of melancholy. Cindy Bauer writes well, creating believable story lines and likable characters. I enjoyed this read quite a bit, and I admired Laura’s strength, despite the hard knocks. Great Read!”
Reviewer: GhostWriter

Details:
ISBN: 978-1-4357-4288-8
Publisher: Lulu.com
Rights Owner: lulu.com
Copyright: © 2008 Cindy Bauer Standard Copyright License
Language: English
Country: United States
Edition: First Edition

PDF Download $5.99

Paperback Book $16.99

Purchase Links:
http://www.cindybauerbooks.com/index.htm
http://stores.lulu.com/cindybaue

Amazon Kindle Purchase Link:
http://www.amazon.com/Chasing-Memories-Memory-Trilogy-ebook/dp/B001VLXHTI/ref=sr_oe_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1247840997&sr=1-1

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Shades of Blue by Cindy Bauer
Second in the Memory Box Trilogy

When Susan Barnes accepted the position at the law firm and moved to Kansas City, leaving her best friend and small hometown behind, she never dreamed she would fall in love and get married. A beautiful handcrafted memory box given to them as a wedding gift becomes her most treasured possession. She's eagerly looking forward to filling the box with years of sentimental mementos, marking their journey through life together.

Tom Watson is a strikingly handsome young attorney with a very promising future. But it isn't long before Susan discovers Tom is not the man she thought she had married. Behind those sparkling gray-blue eyes, lies a secretive side to her new husband and beginning with the birth of little Tommy, she suddenly finds herself on an emotional roller coaster ride, which ultimately costs her an extremely hefty price.

Once a strong Christian woman, now driven to the lowest level possible at the hands of her beloved, Susan summons up the strength to surrender her life into the loving hands of God, once again, for He is their only hope. But will they be able to escape from danger in time?

Don't miss what happens next when all of your favorite characters in Chasing Memories, return in Shades of Blue -- Second in the Memory Box Trilogy!

"We live by faith, not by sight." ~~ II Corinthians 5:7 - NIV

Cover Design by Michael Cassman

Shades Of Blue Book Review:
“This book is fabulous. Shades of Blue picks up where Chasing Memories stopped. All the characters from the first book have returned along with some new ones. Susan Barnes portrays the main character in this book. She goes through some trials and rough times, but manages to overcome the odds by the end of the book. Be prepared to read this book in one sitting as you will not want to put it down once you start it. I give it 5 stars!” Submitted by: Rebecca Albin, Clinton, MO

Details:
ISBN: 978-1-4357-5159-0
Publisher: Lulu.com
Rights Owner: Cindy Bauer
Copyright: © 2008 Cindy Bauer Standard Copyright License
Language: English
Country: United States
Edition: First Edition

PDF Download $5.95

Paperback Book $16.99

Purchase Link:
http://www.lulu.com/content/paperback-book/shades-of-blue---second-in-the-memory-box-trilogy/3356791

Available in soft cover, kindle and download:

Amazon Kindle Purchase Link:
http://www.amazon.com/Shades-Blue-Second-Memory-Trilogy/dp/B001VLXHUM/ref=sr_oe_2_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1247841041&sr=1-2

Author’s Website:
http://www.cindybauerbooks.com/books.htm

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Crystal Clear by Cindy Bauer
Third in the Memory Box Trilogy

Annie Thompson, DVM. She loved her new title and is anxious to get her new veterinary clinic opened up and hang her sign out front. She's been dreaming of this day since she received Max for Christmas when she was a little girl.

But someone is bent on revenge and is making sure Annie's new business doesn't succeed. He, or she, is stalking her and mysterious accidents result in setback after setback, causing Annie to seek refuge at Susan's shelter, New Beginnings. But who could possibly be behind everything? And why?

Annie's mother, Laura, is also a victim of the unknown stalker, making the puzzle even more mysterious. Neither of them can recall any enemies or anyone who would wish them harm. So how are the two connected?

Could it be Jordan Wentworth, Annie's former boyfriend? Is he seeking revenge because she broke off their relationship and went to college?

In this final installment in the Memory Box Trilogy, find out what happens next as the complete story unfolds, revealing the truth as Annie discovers the importance of a loving and merciful God and the value of family in her life when her mother passes her most prized possession, the memory box, on to Annie.

"No eye has seen, no ear has heard, no mind has conceived what God has prepared for those who love him." ~~ I Corinthians 2:9 - NIV

Cover Design by Michael Cassman

Crystal Clear Book Review:
“Crystal Clear is a story wrought with mystery, intrigue, plenty of suspense, and sweet romance. You won't want to miss this final installment in the Memory Box Trilogy. And keep your eyes on Cindy Bauer. She is a fine author who knows how to weave a wonderful story and balance it with biblical truths that will inspire and challenge the reader. The Memory Box Trilogy belongs on every reader's bookshelf.”
Reviewed by Sharlene MacLaren, Author Whitaker House Publishing

Book Details:
ISBN: 978-1-4357-5160-6
Publisher: Lulu.com
Rights Owner: Lulu
Copyright: © 2008 Cindy Bauer Standard Copyright License
Language: English
Country: United States
Edition: First Edition

PDF Download $5.99

Paperback Book $14.99

Print Book Purchase Link:
http://www.lulu.com/content/paperback-book/crystal-clear---third-in-the-memory-box-trilogy/3356929

Coming Soon In Kindle Download:
http://www.amazon.com

Author’s Website:
http://www.cindybauerbooks.com/books.htm

Websites & Blogs:
www.cindybauer.blogspot.com
www.reviewsbycindy.blogspot.com
www.interviewsbycindy.blogspot.com
www.shoutlife.com/cindybauer
http://stores.lulu.com/cindybauer

Contact Email:
cbbooks@socket.net

Please Visit Author Cindy Bauer’s Author’s Page:
http://www.booksinsync.com/authordirectory/bauercindy.html

Interview Done by Theodocia McLean
Owner of Books In Sync
http://www.booksinsync.com
Submission Date: February 3, 2010

Tuesday, February 2, 2010

Books In Sync Recognizes Author Alberta H. Sequeira


Alberta H. Sequeira is a passionate speaker on behalf of the family in crisis with Alcohol and Substance Abuse.

About The Author Alberta H. Sequeira
Alberta Sequeira was born in 1941 in Pocasset, Massachusetts, which is located in the Cape Cod area. She shared her moment of arrival with her twin brother, Albert Gramm, who is now living in Boynton Beach, Florida. Their parents had been expecting the birth of only one child. What an added surprise and thrill for them!

The twins have two other brothers; Joe Gramm, Bill Gramm, and a sister, Leona (Gramm) Waltman. In 1945, they had a younger brother, Walter, who had passed away from Polio when he was eight-years old. His story is in Alberta’s book ‘A Healing Heart’.

Alberta had no intentions of ever writing a book. It wasn't until her father; Albert L. Gramm came down with cancer that she realized that she never took the time to know him.

Albert L. Gramm was born in Worcester, MA on March 27, 1910. He had been one of the commanding officers of the 26th Yankee Division during WWII and a retired One Star Brigadier General. He fought in Europe fighting in the battle of Metz, Lorraine and the Battle of the Bulge, to name a few. God brought him home safe and unharmed. Most of her life Alberta allowed the history of a great man to disappear into the depths of her mind and didn’t know until now that he had more history and experiences for her to explore.

The purpose of writing ‘A Healing Heart’ was to leave my family and future generations the story of Albert L. Gramm’s military service to the United States. She truly believed and still does, that she has a story to share with willing readers.

During her father’s illness and while writing ‘A Healing Heart’; Alberta traveled on a pilgrimage to Medjugorje in Bosnia to find peace and healing. After returning home, she added her experiences to the book. Her father had wanted to make the trip with her, but he was to sick. Alberta made the journey alone in order to pray and find answers to her loss with the death of her husband.

Alberta spent a week in this little, remote village, and witnessed visionaries having apparitions with our Blessed Mother. From the many miracles that had happened in Medjugorje, after returning home, she finished ‘A Healing Heart’. Her life changed forever from this spiritual renewal. She discovered that there were no concrete answers to be found. All she needed for peace was found by giving up all her questions and pain to God.

A Healing Heart’ is a book with many lessons on how we wait too long to learn about our loved ones. This book is for people of all faiths. Alberta hopes that the reader will come to see why forgiveness is so important and how to forgive. She hopes her reader will see the importance of bringing God back into our families. Her concern is that families too often allow materials things to take center stage in our families. Our children far too often are misguided and put on a path that leads to drugs, alcohol, violence and spiritual bankruptcy. Alberta hopes that the reader will come to terms if need be, with their own spirituality and find healing in their own life.

In 1993, Alberta remarried and lives in Rochester, MA with her husband, Al. Together they have five children. They are blessed with ten grandchildren. She belongs to the St. John Neumann Church in East Freetown and had been a Eucharistic Minister and Vice President of the St. John Neumann Couple's Club for two years.

In 2005, Alberta joined a writer's group at Baker Books in Dartmouth, MA. With the members support and encouragement, A Healing Heart was published on November 6, 2006. She is in the process of writing her second book and hopes her readers look forward to it.

On June 19, 2009, her second memoir titled ‘Someone Stop This Merry-Go-Round; An Alcoholic Family in Crisis’ was published by Infinity Publishing. This story is about her fourteen years of marriage to Richard Lopes. Together they had two beautiful daughters; Debbie and Lori. The memoir starts with her teen years, meeting Richie, and their marriage. Slowly her family life starts moving on a never ending merry-go-round of confusion, fear, broken promises, and drinking abuse. No one could stop the progressive spiral of Richie’s into alcoholism. In 1985, at the age of forty-five, he died from this demon.

The sequel to ‘Someone Stop This Merry-Go-Round’ is titled ‘Please God, Not Two; This Killer Called Alcoholism’. Alberta hopes it will be completed sometime this year (2009). It's the continuation of Alberta’s family life as they watched Lori (Lopes) Cahill, going down the same path as her father. On November 22, 2006, Lori died from cirrhosis of the liver at the young age of thirty-nine.

In November of 2007, Alberta did her first private speaking engagement at The Emerson House on the grounds of the Gosnold Rehabilitation Center in Falmouth, Massachusetts. Lori had been a patient there twice. Alberta spoke for an hour to thirty women and teen girls.

In 2008, she spoke at the Lynne House in Wareham, Massachusetts to both men and women.

February 7, 2009, she spoke to 150 women and Father Randall at the Providence Marriott Hotel in Providence, Rhode Island for an hour and fifteen minutes. It was for the Magnificat, which is a Catholic Woman's Ministry. Alberta’s speech was taped, and she sold 26 books of ‘A Healing Heart’.

March 24, 2009, she spoke to the men at the Glanna House in Wareham, MA.

In 2009, she hopes to be able to reach out to the schools, starting in the grammar level up to the colleges, other rehabilitation centers, AA meetings (if allowed), Al-Anon location, businesses and any location willing to hear her story.

Alberta’s relaxation comes from reading when there is spare time, which is not too often. She enjoys gardening, when her energy and health permits. She engages in social events, but her greatest joy is writing to touch the hearts of her readers.

To schedule her for a speaking engagements please email:
memoirs@albertasequeira.com

Featured Book: Someone Stop This Merry-Go-Round by Alberta Sequeira

An Alcoholic Family In Crisis
Enter behind closed doors of a family’s private life of hardships and struggles with alcohol abuse. Witness the constant confusion, disappointments, broken promises and fear. It leaves a trail of heartbreak.

Book Details:
Infinity Publishing (2009)
ISBN 9780741454157
ISBN# 0-7414-5415-7
Book Size: 5.5'' x 8.5''
344 pages
Genre: Memoirs, Self-Help/ Substance Abuse & Addictions / Alcoholism

Print Price: $18.95

Purchase Link:
http://www.buybooksontheweb.com/product.aspx?ISBN=0-7414-5415-7

Available through Amazon or B&N in August 2009

Buy an autographed book using PayPal; No S/H:
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Visit Alberta On Her Books In Sync Author’s Page:
http://www.booksinsync.com/authordirectory/sequeiraalberta.html

To schedule her for a speaking engagements please email:
memoirs@albertasequeira.com

Submitted by Theodocia McLean
Owner of Books In Sync
Website: http://www.booksinsync.com
Submission Date: February 2, 2010

Saturday, January 30, 2010

Books In Sync Recognizes Christian Fiction Author Deirdre Kelley Hall


Published Author Of Peace In The Storm, Deirdre Kelley Hall won awards for some of the articles that she wrote as a newspaper reporter in Southeast Arkansas for three and a half years. She returned to her native home of Houston, Texas where she has been employed as an ASE Certified Automotive Service Manager for the last eight years. Early on she was a single parent raising three loving boys to manhood. She attributes her strength and perseverance, over coming great odds, to her faith in God.

Featuring: Peace In The Storm by Deirdre Kelley Hall
Amy Alexander's life changed in a way she could never have foreseen after her marriage ended. Fear became her companion when her ex-husband began threatening her children in a desperate bid for money to support his drug habit. While fighting emotional battles, Amy and her sons learn their strength is a prayer away. New relationships emerge and old ones are strengthened as they seek Peace in the Storm.

Book Details:
Paperback: 200 pages
Publisher: Author House (May 16, 2005)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1420829807
ISBN-13: 978-1420829808
Genre: Christian Fiction

Print Price: $13.50

Purchase Link:
http://www.amazon.com/Peace-Storm-Deirdre-Kelley/dp/1420829807/ref=sr_1_8?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1249256775&sr=1-8

Also Available At Author House:
http://www.authorhouse.com

Author’s Email:
destiny_719@hotmail.com

Author’s Websites/Blogs:
http://www.myspace.com/cachlyn
http://christianworks.blogspot.com/

Please Visit Deirdre Kelley Hall Author’s Page On Books In Sync:
http://www.booksinsync.com/authordirectory/kelleyhalldeirdre.html

Submitted by Theodocia McLean
Owner of Books In Sync
Website: http://www.booksinsync.com
Submission Date: January 30, 2010

Books In Sync Recognizes Award Winning Author Pamela S. Thibodeaux


Multi-published in romantic fiction and creative non-fiction, her writing has been tagged as, "Inspirational with an Edge!" and reviewed as "steamier and grittier than the typical Christian novel without decreasing the message."

Author Pamela S. Thibodeaux’s Bio:
“Born May 19, 1961, Pamela S Thibodeaux is a housewife, the mother of four children (two by blood and two by marriage) and grandmother of two. She currently resides in her hometown of Iowa, Louisiana (about 15 miles east of Lake Charles) with her husband Terry. Though Pam now works in Lake Charles as a Licensed Sales Producer in the Insurance industry her past work history is as colorful as her writing resume!

Leaving in March of 1978 to marry at sixteen, Pam obtained her GED from Iowa High School in April that same year. At that point-between marrying and having babies- she began her career as a bookkeeper by keeping records for her father’s construction business. Since, she has worked in professions ranging from cashier in fast food restaurants and convenience stores to a full-charge bookkeeper and tax preparer. In 1992 she earned an Associate Degree in Office Occupations, specializing in Computer Applications from Sowella Regional Technical Institute. She is also the Co-founder and a member of the Bayou Writers Group in Lake Charles, Louisiana.

A former member of American Christian Fiction Writers (formerly ACRW), Golden Triangle Writers Guild, Coeur de Louisiane and RWA, Pam won Coeur's 1999 "Diamond In The Rough" as well as their 2000 "Ruby" Award and received her RWA Pro Pin in 2001.

Multi-published in fiction and non-fiction, her writing has been tagged as "Inspirational with an Edge!" and reviewed as "Steamier and grittier than the typical Christian without decreasing the message."

A committed Christian, she firmly believes in God and His promises. God is very real to her and she feels that people today need and want to hear more of His truths wherever they can glean them. Although her writing is Inspirational, she does her best to encourage readers to develop a personal relationship with God.

The deepest desire of her heart is to glorify God and to get His message of faith, trust and forgiveness to a hurting world. Her hope is that all of her stories will touch the lives of everyone who reads them and - in some way - bring them a truer knowledge of God and urge them into a closer walk with Him”.

Featuring: The Inheritance by Pamela S. Thibodeaux
Widowed at age thirty-nine and suffering from empty nest syndrome, Rebecca Sinclair is overshadowed by grief and loneliness. Her husband has been deceased for a year, her oldest child has moved to New York in pursuit of an acting career and her youngest child is attending college in France. Having spent over half of her life as a wife and mother, she has no idea what God has in store for her now. Will an unexpected inheritance in the wine country of New York bring meaning and purpose to her life and give her the courage to love again? US Postal worker Raymond Jacobey has been in love with the little widow since he first set eyes on her. A wanderer searching for the ever-illusive soul mate, Ray has never stayed in one place too long. Raised by self-centered, high-power executives, he's longed for the idyllic life of residing in a cozy house in a small town with the love of his life. Will he gain the heart of the lovely widow or will he lose her to the wine country of New York?

Print Details:
Paperback: 176 pages
Publisher: The Wild Rose Press (March 16, 2009)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1601540558
ISBN-13: 978-1601540553
Genre: Romance Inspirational

Print Price: $10.99

Also Available in Kindle Edition (Kindle Book) $4.80

Print/Kindle Purchase Link:
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/search-handle-url/ref=ntt_athr_dp_sr_1?%5Fencoding=UTF8&search-type=ss&index=books&field-author=Pamela%20S%20Thibodeaux

E-Books Details:
176 Pages

Available Format:
Adobe(pdf)

E-Book Price: $6.00

E-Book Purchase Link:
http://whiterosepublishing.com/store/index.php?main_page=index&manufacturers_id=142

The Inheritance Book Reviews:
This was my first Thibodeaux work; however, it will not be my last! Her approach to writing about everyday life, while struggling to maintain strict Christian standards and values, is a glimpse into reality which we all must face from time to time. I loved this book and could not read it fast enough—then I was sorry to have to leave Becca and Ray. I wholeheartedly recommend this book to anyone! The book does not “sermonize” to the reader; it does, however, present the simple plan of salvation to anyone who is interested. ~ Reviewed by Brenda Talley for ‘The Romance Studio’.

This sweet romance is also a wonderful story about the meaning of family. The hero, Ray, must come to terms with the flawed relationship he had with his parents. Rebecca makes a shocking discovery about her late husband and must make a decision that will have a great impact on her children. The author's gift for description is exceptional and is one of the most enjoyable elements of her style.
~ Reviewed by Kara Lynn Russell, Author of ‘Nick and Noelle’.

Other Books by Pamela S. Thibodeaux’s
Tempered Hearts
Tempered Dreams
Tempered Fire
Tempered Joy
A Hero For Jessica
Cathy's Angel
Choices
Review of Love

Please Visit Author Pamela S. Thibodeaux’s Author’s Page:
http://www.booksinsync.com/authordirectory/thibodeauxpamelas.html

Website:
http://www.pamelathibodeaux.com

Blog:
http://pamswildroseblog.blogspot.com

Email:
pthib-7@centurytel.net
pthib07@yahoo.com
pthib07@hotmail.com

Submitted by Theodocia McLean
Owner of Books In Sync
Website: http://www.booksinsync.com
Submission Date: January 30, 2010

Friday, January 29, 2010

Books In Sync Recognizes Author Dee Marie (BIS Press Release)


Featuring An Arthurian Adventure With The Rebirth Of A Legend

Sons of Avalon: Merlin’s Prophecy by Dee Marie
Chaos ensues as Rome abandons Britain, leaving native Britons alone to defend their shores from the growing Saxon invasion. Set in 5th Century Britain, this retelling of the traditional legends of Merlin, King Arthur, and Avalon, blends a mixture of historical fact with Arthurian fantasy. Refreshingly innovative, the tale spans the mysterious birth of Merlin, climaxing with the conception of Arthur, the legendary future king of Britain. A young Merlin advises three High Kings: to fight through the bedlam, fight for the right to rule, fight to save the future treasure of Britain! Interlacing love, revenge, mystery and murder, with a dash of humor, this coming of age adventure is a guide through the shrouded tales that embrace the Sons of Avalon.

Sons of Avalon: Merlin’s Prophecy has won two major awards. One was the “Teen’s Reads Too” the January 2009, Gold Star Award for Excellence.
http://www.teensreadtoo.com/HallOfFame.html

Second, it was a finalist for the ForeWord Magazine’s Book of the Year for Young Adult Fiction.
http://www.forewordmagazine.com/botya/search2k8.aspx?srchtype=title&srchval=Sons%20of%20Avalon:%20Merlin%27%27s%20Prophecy

Reviews:
"A well-written tale of the magical, dangerous and shocking journey through the mysterious childhood and adolescence of Merlin. The story kept me riveted in anticipation."
Review by Lillian Hawkins, www.gothicblend.com

“Where to begin? Why, at the beginning, of course! Beginning with the birth of Merlin, this novel traces Merlin's youth and his growth into his role as visionary of Britain's destiny, and the complex struggles and events that lead to the conception of King Arthur. Right from the Prologue in this retelling of an ancient legend, you catch a sense of great things to come...a mixture of magic, suspense, and mystery. All the elements for a great escape are right here in this first novel in a planned trilogy...read the full review.”
Review by Renderosity Front Page News, Managing Editor, Nick C. Sorbin

Book Details:
ISBN: 978-0-615-15052-9
Publisher: Conceptual Images Publishing
Rights Owner: Dee Marie
Copyright: © 2008 Dee Marie Standard Copyright License
Language: English
Country: United States
Edition: First Edition

Print Price: $16.95

Download: $5.00

Author’s Website:
http://www.sonsofavalon.com/

Author Dee Marie’s Book (s) are also available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and any online book store.

COMING SOON MORE IN THE SONS OF AVALON SERIES!

Author’s Email:
conceptual@twcny.rr.com

Author Dee Marie’s Author’s Page On Books In Sync:
http://www.booksinsync.com/authordirectory/mariedee.html

Submitted by Theodocia McLean
Owner of Books In Sync
Website: http://www.booksinsync.com
Submission Date: January 29, 2010

Wednesday, January 27, 2010

Books In Sync Recognizes Author Cindy Tuttle


Cindy’s Vision:
My vision is to tell of my gratitude to God and how God is alive today, just as He has been in the past and will be in the future. How God has helped everyone at different points in their life and to be aware of the truth about ourselves, with love and gratitude to God. I welcome you as, Beloved Brothers and Sisters of Jesus. I organize and facilitate one-day retreats. I offer two options. One is called Dancing with God, where we do simple movements to various songs as prayers. We also do meditative prayers, and sharing of our faith. I can adapt this retreat to any season. The second option is Joyful Surrender. In this retreat we focus on 3 stages of growing in faith. We try and look at ourselves truthfully, but with love, and how it can lead to a deeper faith. These are currently one-day retreats, but can easily be expanded to two days.

I have worked with people with severe disabilities for over 30 years. They have taught me much about God and the important things of life. I have a degree in Human Services, and I am certified by the State as an Activity Director. I have been fortunate enough to host a cable television show and have been interviewed on television twice. I will be in a documentary on mental health that will be coming out soon. I have developed (with the help of my spiritual advisor) a way to live a vowed life, which has been blessed by the Catholic Church. Most importantly, I have a joy that cannot be repressed. I seem to have this strong desire to share the joy of God, through many avenues. They include writing, singing, dancing, retreats, and being a lector at Church. Thank you so much for letting me share my journey with you. I am humbled by your support. Thanks be to God!

Joyful Surrender by Cindy Tuttle
I wrote this book with the desire to share my love of God, and to provide some support for others who have the same desire. This book attempts to provide a new and creative way to live a vowed life. This path was helped by prayer, my spiritual director and a doctor in psychiatry. Most importantly, by the people with disabilities I have met along the way. I struggled with the idea of writing a book about myself, wondering if that was self-promotion or ego. I came to realize that my motivation was to tell how wonderful God is and what God has done for me. In the book I mention how I realized I was a beloved daughter of God. I also realized everyone is a beloved son or daughter of God, so I offer this book humbly and with much respect for every reader.

Joyful Surrender Book Review:
Joyful Surrender is a very well written memoir about a woman who spent years of her life in search of fulfilling her Spiritual Quest. Her Quest was one initiated through her own innate desire to commit to God. Cindy Tuttle shares with her readers her Spiritual Journey and what seemed to be an exhausting and almost never ending road to what she felt to be her natural path in her life. This book reaches out to its readers through inspirational and Spiritual focus which offers a new and creative way to live what Cindy Tuttle calls, "A Vowed Life"
Highly recommends, JOYFUL SURRENDER to all educators and people young and old as a true Spiritual resource book and most of all a bright light that will guide you through all of the negative elements that continuously work to blind your Spirituality throughout your life!
Joyful Surrender Review by Womensselfesteem.com

Book Details:
Paperback: 48 pages
Publisher: Publish America
July 28, 2008
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1606103164
ISBN-13: 978-1606103166

Print Price: $16.95

Purchase Link:
http://www.amazon.com/Joyful-Surrender-Cindy-Tuttle/dp/1606103164/ref=pd_bbs_sr_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1220296187&sr=1-1

Website (s):
www.authorsen/cindytuttle.com
www.cindytuttletheauthor.com

E-mail:
cindytuttle08@comcast.net

Please Visit Cindy Tuttle’s Webpage On Books In Sync:
http://www.booksinsync.com/authordirectory/tuttlecindy.html

Submitted by Theodocia McLean
Owner of Books In Sync
Website: http://www.booksinsync.com
Submission Date: January 27, 2010

Tuesday, January 26, 2010

Books In Sync Recognizes Author Linda Fossen


Author Linda M. Fossen Comes To ‘Books In Sync’ As A Survivor Of Childhood Sexual Abuse. She shares with us her experience and her freedom from the oppression as she names her abuser openly in her book.

About The Author:
On the day that I was born my father refused to come to the hospital with my mother because there was a boxing match on television that he had waited all year to see. This was a telling sign of things to come in my life. Whereas the rest of my siblings all seemed able to deal with the emotional absence of my father - I simply could not. I just craved my father’s love and attention and it seemed I would do anything to get it. This longing for my daddy created in me an enormously deep wound that simply would not heal. was to find out later that my father would be missing at all the most important times in my life.

At the age of three my father introduced me to sexual abuse; although at the time, I did not know the meaning of the words, nor could I even spell them. I thought that all little girls played these same games with their fathers. The abuse started out so innocently – first as fondling and then gradually progressed to more perversion and abuse. The abuse started before our family became Christians and sadly was to continue for many years afterwards. My father went on to become a preacher. Being in a preacher’s family, I had no way of telling anyone about the shame that began to gnaw at my heart. I felt so damaged and unworthy and I did not know how to deal with these feelings. I remember as a little girl looking at the pictures of Jesus with children on His knee and wishing so much that I could be one of them. But I thought that Jesus hated me. After all, I had prayed for years for Him to come and rescue me. I heard that He could walk on the water and I just knew that one day He would walk into my bedroom and take me away from the abuse. When that did not happen, I felt completely betrayed by God. I began to stuff my feelings and bury them in the dark recesses of my heart. The abuse finally ended after I was twelve. What once was love for my father turned to hatred and then complete rage.

I spent most of my life trying to love God but always feeling such ambivalence in my heart towards Him. I just could not understand how God had allowed the abuse to continue after I had prayed so many years for it to end. My father used his position of being a preacher to make sure that I kept silent. I just had no means to ever tell my secret and the burden it put on my young heart was very profound. I became an over-achiever, obsessive-compulsive and a very Type-A kind of person. I just could not relax because when I did the memories of my abuse would come flooding over me. I did not want to deal with these memories and kept stuffing my feelings back inside, hoping somehow that I could “run away” from my pain. On the outside, I looked like "the girl who had it all together" but inside I was silently crying. I began to loathe myself and turned to eating disorders, approval addiction and cutting to try to deal with the pain.

It was not until I had a severe neck injury that ended my 23-year career that I slowly came to the end of myself and had to face my abuse or die. There was no other choices. I was completely shattered emotionally, physically, mentally and spiritually. It was then that I began on a journey towards my wholeness and freedom. I am now 50 years old and have found such joy and peace in my life for the very first time. I have forgiven my father and there is not a single cell in my body that hates him anymore.

I never intended to write a book. I became an author quite by “accident”. In the depths of my pain, I began to journal and what came out was not in diary format but in story form. I was puzzled by this but continued to write as a means of finding peace for myself. After I found my freedom, I simply could not keep it to myself. As I began to share my freedom with others, I was appalled to discover that I was not alone. There were so many others that I knew who were still suffering in their silence. I could not keep this freedom to myself. I want to let the whole world know that there is a way out of this pain and His wonderful name is Jesus.

Featuring: Out of the Miry Clay: Freedom From Childhood Sexual Abuse by Linda M. Fossen

"I was three years old and I thought that all little girls played these same games with their fathers. Thus began my introduction to sexual abuse - although at the time, I did not know the meaning of the words, nor could I even spell them. My father sexually abused me for ten years, both before and after he became a preacher. Naturally this completely polluted my concept of God, father, love and trust. This really is a story about the carnage that sexual abuse leaves in the heart of every child. It is my story of being a preacher’s daughter in search of a loving Heavenly Father who would give me the courage to forgive and trust again. A Heavenly Father so unlike my earthly father that the difference would literally baffle me for years."

Details:
199 pages
Book Print Price: $9.95
Book Purchase Link:
http://lindafossen.com/index.php?option=com_wrapper&Itemid=35

Book Review:
"Out of the Miry Clay" is an understatement of what Linda Fossen came out of. This is an enthralling book that opens up the eyes to those around us in need, especially in the church. This book will help uncover many hurts and set people free. It is amazing what God can do, when we let him. This book will help you and others get free from the hurt of the past." JOAN HUNTER, President/Founder of Joan Hunter Ministries; Author of "Healing the Heart and Healing the Whole Man"

"I was so happy to get your book in my hands. I started reading in the car (I never read in the car) and I read it all the way back home - about an hour drive. We got home and I had to keep reading. I read the entire book!! What a ministering tool you have written for those of us with scars from dealing with many guarded emotions and pain. I do understand your heart and was so encouraged and blessed by reading the events of your life and the victory over the horrendous invasion of your mind and body. I pray this book sells millions!! (a reader)

Author’s Webpage On Book In Sync:
http://www.booksinsync.com/authordirectory/fossenlinda.html

Submitted by Theodocia McLean
Owner of Books In Sync
Website: http://www.booksinsync.com
Submission Date: January 26, 2010

Monday, January 25, 2010

Books In Sync Recognizes Romance And Fiction Horror Author Metha Methrom


About The Author:
Author Metha Metharom is 29 year old of age and currently working in a call centre in Brisbane. He has a passion for writing fiction in order to bring his ideas into physical form. He was born in Thailand in 1979 and move over to Australia when he was 8 and this is where he has live ever since.

Featuring:
Love Stone: A Tetralogy of Love by Metha Metharom

Love Stone: A Tetralogy of Love is a collection of four short romantic tales with a fairy tale like twist, each one explore the different type of love that can be found everywhere in all our lives. I hope you enjoy reading these tales as much I enjoy writing them.

Book Details:
Genre: Romance
ISBN: 978-1-4092-1774-9
Publisher: Lulu.com
Rights Owner: Metha Metharom
Copyright: © 2008 Metha Metharom
Standard Copyright License
Language: English
Country: Australia

Paperback Book Print Price $19.95

Purchase Link:
http://stores.lulu.com/mmetharom

Love Stone: A Tetralogy of Love Book Review
"Love Stone" is a collection of short stories based on the theme of Love, and where one can find Love. This book in particular is one of my favorites from Metha Metharom, and really showcases his writing ability.

My favorite short story in "Love Stone" is the story of the Rock Samurai and the Wind Maiden, because when I first read it, I did not immediately associate the story with any other romance novel. Rather, I was thinking about the worth of a human being, and how unique each and every one of us is. The Wind Maiden is the only one who can see something special with the Rock Samurai, and she spends her time molding him into fulfilling his full potential. When we deeply care about someone, whether we are in love with that person, or if they are true friends, we want to help them showcase their best selves, and help them realize the potential they have inside. Such was the beautiful message I got from this really powerful story.

This is a great read for all ages alike.

Reviewed by Raymond Victor Teodo

Other Titles by Metha Metharom:
Alexander Kai: Dark Scythe
Alexander Kai: Death God (The Complete Series)
Alexander Kai: Necromancer
Book from the Heart: Words from the Soul
Inner Light: The Dragon Within
Tales from the Shore
The Crab and the Gull
The Giant Statue and the Mermaid
The Golden Princess and the Dark Knight
The Island and the Sea
The Prospector and the Toucan Lady
The Rock Samurai and the Wind Maiden
The Volcano Deity and the Stone Sprite
Coming Soon: Legend of the Drifter-Genre: Sci-Fi

Author’s Webpage On Book In Sync:
http://www.booksinsync.com/authordirectory/metharommetha.html

Email:
metha.metharom@gmail.com

Submitted by Theodocia McLean
Owner of Books In Sync
Website: http://www.booksinsync.com
Submission Date: January 25, 2010

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