Berry Almond Crumble

  Summer temperatures have been out of control this year here in North Carolina! Truly out of control! And for me, when its too hot, I find that I want anything but chocolate to munch on. I know, I KNOW!! You’re probably thinking: Anything but chocolate?! Is this girl for real? *nods* Yes, yes I…

True to You

True to You Written by: Becky Wade Publisher: Bethany House Publishers Month, Year: May, 2017 Amazon | CBD | B+N A brief summary from Becky Wade: After a devastating heartbreak three years ago, genealogist and historical village owner Nora Bradford decided that burying her nose in her work and her books is far safer than romance in the here and now. Unlike…

Behind the Scenes + Giveaway

  About the Book: Behind the Scenes Written by: Jen Turano Publisher: Bethany House Publishers Month, Year: April, 2017 Amazon | CBD | B+N Miss Permilia Griswold may have been given the opportunity of a debut into New York high society, but no one warned her she wasn’t guaranteed to “take.” After spending the last six years banished to the wallflower section…

The One True Love of Alice-Ann

The One True Love of Alice-Ann Written by: Eva Marie Everson Publisher: Tyndale Month, Year: April 1, 2017 Amazon | CBD | B+N A brief summary from Eva Marie Everson: Living in rural Georgia in 1941, sixteen-year-old Alice-Ann has her heart set on her brother’s friend Mack; despite their five-year age gap, Alice-Ann knows she can make Mack see her for the…

Securing the Handyman’s Heart

Securing the Handyman’s Heart Written by: Katie Clark Publisher: Independant Month, Year: February 21, 2017 Amazon | B+N A brief summary from Katie Clark: Local cupcake queen Kayla Dobbs is feeling the heat—just as her bakery is finally taking off, her retired parents start pressuring her to move to Florida. Determined to prove her success, she takes on extra…

Grace and the Preacher

Grace and the Preacher Written by: Kim Vogel Sawyer Publisher: WaterBrook Publishers Month, Year: March 21, 2017 Amazon | CBD | B+N A brief summary from Kim Vogel Sawyer: The Kansas community of Fairland anticipates the arrival of their new minister and in recent months, late in 1882, postmistress Grace Cristler has communicated with Reverend Dille via letters, answering his questions…

Sweet on You (Meddling’ Madeline #1) Blog Tour + Giveaway

Click here to purchase your copy. About the Book: It is my hypothesis that social conventions are created to test our fortitude. Rockland circa 1900 – As the mayor’s daughter, Madeline Brown enjoys a rich social life that many might envy. But a sharp mind with a growing talent for observation leaves Madeline torn between avoiding…

Autumn Muffins

Rainy day + Autumn temps + that cozy feeling caused by hoodies, blankets, and a hot beverage has got me feeling like: I originally made these delights a few weeks ago and they left my home smelling like an apple pumpkin chai. *sigh* It was ahhhmazingggg!! I wish my home could smell like that for…

Hawaiian Barbecue Chicken

After a well-spent evening of pinning away on Pinterest while watching tv, I stumbled across this amazing recipe for Hawaiian Barbecue Chicken. There was only one problem – the recipe called for a grill and I don’t own a grill!! So I came up with a solution using Reynolds Foil + my oven. AND IT WORKED!! I…

Rise & Shine

Rise & Shine Written by: Sandra D. Bricker Publisher: Moody Publishers Month, Year: May, 2014 A brief summary from Moody Publishers: Shannon Malone thought she’d found her happy ending when she married Edmund Ridgeway, but a diving accident on their honeymoon left her in a coma. Waking up to the news that she’s thirty years old would have…