I haven't been posting much.... Why? Well, it is almost Christmas. I've got baking to do (red velvet cupcakes - would love to send you some!). I have decided that it would be great if we (The Christian Scroll) took a break. Don't worry! We'll be back on to pick a winner for the Song In The Night giveaway and announce it on the 28th. Just... sometime next week, expect to see new posts. We'll still update our list of December book giveaways and contests every day or so.
I have received new books in the mail to read during the Christmas week. I am especially excited to start flipping through the pages of A Path Less Traveled by Cathy Bryant! I will be busy with my nose squarely in a book or two. Not to mention, giveaways and interviews ahead!
At the end of this post, I wish all of my readers a joyful, fun-filled, and peaceful Christmas. May we all be reminded of what's truly important during this time of year and throughout!
God bless!
~Grace
Showing posts with label Christmas. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Christmas. Show all posts
Tuesday, December 21, 2010
Thursday, December 16, 2010
The Magic of Mistletoe: Book Review
An Appalachian Christmas:
Julia Mayfield’s mission is to bring her young nephew to the small town of Mistletoe so he can stay with his grandparents. When the grandparents don’t exactly throw out the welcome mat, she has no choice but to stay with a motherly woman and her handsome son, David. Things don’t go exactly to plan for Julia. She has no idea how to take care of a little boy and she’s afraid that she’s falling in love. And most of all, she has to find a way to fulfill her dying sister’s wish, or she’ll wind up staying in Mistletoe forever – something that she’s sure won’t ever happen. Will God show Julia what’s missing in her heart?
Once Upon a Christmas Eve:
Holly Goodnight owns a quaint shop in the town of Noel, Missouri – where she sells everything and anything Christmas. Business is doing remarkably well for Holly and she receives a request for an interview on TV. This and being voted the best Christmas shop in America. With all that attention, comes a charming novelist by the name of Van Keaton – who wishes to write Holly’s story and… maybe steal her heart in the process. But what will Holly’s best friend, Owen Quigly, have to say about that?
My Thoughts on Love Finds You Under the Mistletoe:
My interests were piqued to read a book from the Love Finds You series, since I’ve seen them all over the internet in giveaways and reviews. I did eventually receive a copy. So, for the first time, I opened the cover of Love Finds You Under the Mistletoe and found two tender romance stories within. The two stories are not completely separate, but both interlocked through the magic of mistletoe.
The first story is An Appalachian Christmas by Irene Brand. It takes place in the Appalachian Mountains, which is aptly named “Mistletoe” - where mistletoe grows in abundance. The view on the characters and mountains of Mistletoe were probably the best part, because I love history. I find it intriguing the way people dealt with life after the Second World War, and how the people of the Appalachian Mountains lived during that day.
The second story is Once Upon A Christmas Eve by Anita Higman. It takes place in a cozy little town named Noel - pronounced like Joel .Unlike the first story, this is not set in post-war but in modern day. Because of its humor, I have to say that I enjoyed this more than An Appalachian Christmas. And believe it or not, this is tied to the first story. I won’t mention why… You’ll just have to pick up Love Finds You Under the Mistletoe and find out for yourself!
If my review enticed you to read this book before Christmas, make sure you do it with a cup of spiced apple cider or hot chocolate. I recommend it!
Visit Irene Brand’s website: irenebrand.com
Visit Anita Higman’s website: anitahigman.com
God bless!
~Grace
Monday, December 6, 2010
December Book Giveaway: Montana Mistletoe
Four girlfriends make a pact to find true love by their twenty-eighth Christmas. As the deadline looms, each keeps busy with expanding career and each friend experiences faltering Christmas spirit.
Lori is a major struggling to bolster the small town economy; Madison runs a Christmas store and often travels to build up stock; Deanna is the director of tourism on a campaign to put her town on the map; and Kathy is a writer living in California who has lost her small town faith. When romance arrives in Mistletoe, Montana, in unexpected Christmas packages, will each woman be able to accept the gift?
Book Info:
Title: Montana Mistletoe
Authors: Debby Mayne, Lena Nelson Dooley, Lisa Harris, Kim Vogel Sawyer
Format: Paperback
Pages: 352
ISBN: 9781597898201
Publisher: Barbour Publishing
Giveaway Rules:
We're giving Montana Mistletoe away to one bookworm! In order to enter, you must leave a comment with your e-mail address (so that we can contact you if you're the winner). US and Canada only, please. This giveaway starts today and ends on the 14th of this month. A winner will be picked randomly and announced on the 15th. We will contact the winner and notify them by their e-mail address. If the winner doesn't respond within a few days, we will have to pick another. Good luck! =)
God bless!
~Grace
Thursday, November 18, 2010
The Scavenger Hunt
Hello, bookworms and music lovers! *NOTE* Scavenger hunt has ended.
It's finally here... the scavenger hunt! I'm sure all of you noticed it on the What's Ahead page. Obviously, it's no longer there because it's been removed. For those who didn't see, we're partnering up with The Music Scene + to do this very scavenger hunt. What's the prize?...
One winner will receive a copy of this album for completing the scavenger hunt. Pretty neat, right? Have you wanted new Christmas music to listen and sing to? Well... here's your chance! Read on to find out how you can win it.
There are 12 letters scattered in different locations on the web. Mainly, just hang out around The Music Scene + (get your first clue here), CMADDICT, and here. Each clue/image has a letter and the number on it. Figure out clue #1 to clue #2 and so on.
It's finally here... the scavenger hunt! I'm sure all of you noticed it on the What's Ahead page. Obviously, it's no longer there because it's been removed. For those who didn't see, we're partnering up with The Music Scene + to do this very scavenger hunt. What's the prize?...
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| Glory In The Highest (Christmas Songs of Worship) by Chris Tomlin |
One winner will receive a copy of this album for completing the scavenger hunt. Pretty neat, right? Have you wanted new Christmas music to listen and sing to? Well... here's your chance! Read on to find out how you can win it.
What to look for:
There are 12 letters scattered in different locations on the web. Mainly, just hang out around The Music Scene + (get your first clue here), CMADDICT, and here. Each clue/image has a letter and the number on it. Figure out clue #1 to clue #2 and so on.
I've found all the letters. Now what?
You'll need to unscramble them. Think of a... Christmas song when doing this. The first person to get all the letters in their proper place, wins! And the scavenger hunt will end early.
How do I contact someone?
If you have the answer or if you're stuck, leave a comment here on this blog post. You can also leave a comment on The Music Scene + blog. Have questions about this hunt? Send us an e-mail!
When does the scavenger hunt begin and end?
It begins on Friday (November 19th) at 2:00 PM PST (Pacific Time) and ends on Monday (November 22nd) at 2:00 PM PST (Pacific Time). US and Canada only, please. We anticipate seeing you all, tomorrow.
Get your first clue here! Go! Go! Go!
Have fun and go collect those letters!
~Grace
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