Black 'n' Gold Girl's Book Spot

It's not everyday that you get to follow an author on their journey from wannabe writer to published novelist and beyond so it's pretty cool to follow along with Keli Gwyn as she travels the path to publication and beyond via her blog. When I first started following other bloggers who read and reviewed Christian fiction I never thought I'd get to meet so many cool authors and Keli definitely qualifies as a "cool" author. I've told her over and over again that I'm probably almost as excited about A Bride Opens Shop in El Dorado, California , as she is so I'm thrilled to have her as a guest to give us the latest scoop on her book and what's happening in her life. So sit back, relax, and feel free to say hi to Keli in the comments section as I'm sure she'll be stopping by. ...and now here's Keli! ~ Hi Keli! Since a lot of people might not know you as a published author can you please tell us a bit about yourself?   Thanks for hosti...

I'm so happy to have the opportunity to introduce you to one of my favorite new Christian fiction writers, Dani Pettrey. Dani's debut novel, Submerged (Book 1 in the Alaskan Courage series) is definitely making my list of great books I read in 2012. I thought since I accidentally got an extra copy I'd also offer a giveaway! If you read the interview and the cover blurb and you're interested in the book feel free to enter the giveaway! Remember to read the rules first to see if you're eligible to enter. Submerged (Alaskan Courage, Book 1)  by Dani Pettrey Copyright 2012 Bethany House Publishers ISBN: 9780764209826 About the book:  A sabotaged plane. Two dead deep-water divers. One single clue.  Bailey Craig vowed never to set foot in Yancey, Alaska, again. She has a past, and a reputation--and Yancey's a town that doesn't forget. She's returned only to bury a loved one killed in the plane crash, but then dark evidence emerges and Bail...

You guys are probably used to seeing me feature author interviews on this blog on occasion, well I'm so happy to say that one of my dear blogging buddies who just so happens to be an almost published author ( her debut with Barbour releases this summer) is featuring lil' ol' me on her blog! How cool is that?! I hope you guys can stop by and chat with us today and if you're not a follower I hope you subscribe to Keli's wonderful blog. If you don't have time to comment today I at least hope you will check out this little bit about her book and give Keli a holler sometime soon, you won't be sorry. ;-) Keli Gwyn's Blog A Bride Opens Shop in El Dorado, California by Keli Gwyn Barbour Books 2012 ISBN: 9781616265830 PRE-ORDER FROM AMAZON (As of 3-18-12 it's $5.35 which is dirt cheap and more than 50% off the cover price! I'm sure that price won't last long so double check before you order!) About the book: An ever-resourceful widow, Elenora ...

Thank you all once again for participating in my blog party last week,it was a huge hit! As promised I have Ramona K. Cecil author of A Bride's Sweet Surprise in Sauers, Indiana , as well as other inspirational romances through Barbour Publishers here with us today. Please take a few minutes to check out my interview with her and to leave a comment to be entered to win a copy of Bride's Sweet Surpise.... Since you're new to my blog could you please tell us a bit about yourself? :-) I live in southern Indiana with Jim, my husband of 39 years. We have two grown daughters and three grandchildren. I've been writing creatively most of my life. I consider myself first a poet. I've had about ninety verses of poetry published on Christian gift items by a leading company in that market. My first book published was published in 2006. A historical romance novel, it won the publisher's inspirational contest. My next three books, all historical romances were published in...

If you want to learn a little bit more about me and visit a great site that features Christian Fiction books visit CLASH OF THE TITLES today. Myself along with fellow blogger, Julie Arduini are featured guests today. Leave a comment there if you are so inclined, we'd love to hear from you! "Meet Julie Arduini and Renee Chaw"

Hey everyone! I'm a guest @ Tracy's blog, Tracy's Treasure of Books today! Stop by and check out her great site and say hi!

I had the pleasure of reading and reviewing author Linda Yezak's Christian romance earlier this month and it was a blast! I would love for you to share this fun reading experience so I'm giving you the opportunity to win a signed copy of Give the Lady a Ride! First please join me in welcoming Linda as she tells us a little bit about herself and her writing... ************ Please tell the readers a little bit about yourself. I’m a plain ol’ housewife with a bit of an imagination and a few hours a day I can devote to writing. Everything interests me, which makes researching my projects my favorite part of the writing process. Give the Lady A Ride is about bull-riding among many other things, how much research did you have to do and I think the million dollar question is have you ever ridden a bull? Let me answer the second part first–No. But that doesn’t mean I wouldn’t have tried back when I was younger. That bit I have in the book about women riding bulls is true, and back wh...

Hannah is a great gal and one of my very first blogger friends, she wrote the answers for this interview while she was sick! Her furry friends are sooo adorable and I hope you think so too! Please be sure to visit Hannah's terrific blog, Project Journal! What was your first pet? Our very first p et…brings back fantastic memories : ) Mom and Dad surprised my sister, Alicia, and I with a dog for Christmas one year! Yes, it was a little early a week or so before I think, but it was such a surprise!! Her name was Molly Belle Star lol! She was a 5 year old Cocker Spaniel puppy, black and white with the cutest lil tail you've ever seen! Oh we loved our babygirl so much. We got her from a retired minister who's kids were making him move to be closer with them. It was just him and Molly and he used to feed her half of his sandwich every single day at lunch! LOL! We had to break her from her begging habits lol….Right after we got Molly, our grandparent's heard some meowing that...

Hey everybody, as you know I'm a HUGE fan of Christian historical fiction and I absolutely love the community site that Margaret of Creative Madness Mama has created called Christian Historical Fiction . Not only do we talk books and new releases but there is always something bookish going on. Right now there is an interview featuring author Jill Marie Landis along with a giveaway of her latest release, Heart of Lies, second in the Irish Angel series. Please tell your friends about this giveaway because the more who enter means more giveaways in the future!!! CLICK HERE to read the interview with Jill and to enter to win!

Throughout my journey as reader, reviewer and blogger I've met a lot of great people. Some of them you've already met if you've been visiting each site on the Seasons of Love party/blog hop this week. They are all prolific bloggers and great friends. I've also been blessed enough to meet some great authors who have also become friends, including Laura Frantz, author of The Frontiersman's Daughter , Courting Morrow Little and the upcoming book, The Colonel's Lady. I don't know how she does it but in between her family, and writing books she also maintains a great website with interesting posts on everything from history to writing and devotions. I think if you visit her site you'll be a follower for life! Without further ado here's Laura Frantz! Interview with author Laura Frantz 1. )What is your favorite romance story? besides your own of course. ;-) I t mu st be the writer in me but the first thing I think of are romantic literary couples. :-) Thi...

Hannah @ Project Journal interviewed me about my favorite things of the holiday season. If you stop by be sure to enter my giveaway there ! Please visit Hannah's blog today and all month long for great guest/author interviews and giveaways.

To help Casey @ Writing for Christ celebrate her one year Blog Birthday I along with five other blogger friends were interviewed! Please be sure to stop by and visit and wish Casey a happy blog birthday and enter to win the book giveaways! She is celebrating all week so be sure to visit past posts (Nov. 14-16) and her posts to come all the way through November 21st!

Nightingale by Susan May Warren Copyright 2010 Summerside Press 320 pages ISBN: 978-1-60936-025-2 Fiction/General/Romance About the book: Esther Lange doesn’t love her fiancé—she’s trapped in an engagement after a mistaken night of passion. Still, she grieves him when he’s lost in battle, the letters sent to her by the medic at his side giving her a strange comfort, so much that she strikes up a correspondence with Peter Hess, an Iowa farmboy. Or is he? Peter Hess is not who he seems. Indeed, he’s hiding a secret, something that could cost them both their lives, especially when the past comes back to life. A bittersweet love song of the home front war between duty and the heart...a battle where only one will survive. My Review: The Brothers in Arms collection had me right from the start with Sons of Thunder and this book, although very different has captured me as well. Where the faith message was not as overt in Sons of Thunder , Nightingale does not shy away. As for action there is...

I recently had the privilege to interview a new author, Holly Weiss! Since she's just released her first novel, Crestmont I thought it would be fun to introduce her to you. If you have any questions for Holly feel free to email her at hollysing43(at)gmail(dot)com and put my name in the subject line so she knows you have a question about this post. Also I'm offering a giveaway of a signed copy of Crestmont. PLEASE read after the interview for the rules. Without further ado here's Holly Weiss ! R: How did you get started writing? H: First of all, thank you so much for inviting me to interview on your blog. I’m honored to be here. I’ve always enjoyed writing, but was not serious about it until 2006. I sang professionally for thirty-five years. My main means of creative expression was through song. But five years ago, I contracted Post-Polio Syndrome, a late-life extension of the polio I had as a child. The increased weakness and fatigue put an end to my singing career. God l...

I didn't realize how much I loved Medical dramas (other than Grey's Anatomy) until I read Candace Calvert's Mercy Hospital series! If you're looking for fast paced stories with terrific romance her books are it. When thinking up ideas for my birthday week I wanted to include different types of Christian fiction everyday Monday was suspense, Tuesday was Edgy Christian romance, so I thought to get you through hump day I'd go with more drama, which is never boring right? Terrific author and friend Candace has offered a giveaway of her latest release, Code Triage the final book in the Mercy Hospital series to one lucky reader! I read an early copy of this book and let me tell you it's the best yet, you won't be disappointed. If you'd like to "meet" Candace check out some of her favorite Q&A's from past interviews and feel free to leave a comment and tell her hi! Be sure to read the rules at the bottom of this post to see if you're elig...

Check out Bitten By Books today! They're featuring YA Fiction author Cassandra Clare, with her latest release, Clockwork Angel !

How cool is this? I've been interviewed by fellow blogger and friend, Amber @ Seasons of Humility ! She's celebrating the release of the latest Disney/Pixar film Toy Story 3 with a Toy Story themed week filled with fun interviews and giveaways! Yesterday she interviewed Christian romance author, Cerella Sechrist and today she has posted an interview featuring none other than your favorite Black 'n Gold Girl...ME!!! Check out what I had to say HERE . Visit her beautiful blog and become a follower today!

A few weeks ago I was lucky enough to meet another great new friend, author of the soon to be released Love Finds You in Hershey, Pennsylvania, Cerella D. Sechrist. Before I even got to know Cerella and read her book she volunteered to do a special interview AND offer a terrific giveaway, for you, my lucky readers! I hope you get to know a little bit more about my new friend Cerella and her delicious debut novel, Love Finds You in Hershey, Pennsylvania! RC: Hi Cerella could you tell us a little bit about yourself? CS: Here's the dating ad version: I'm thirty years old, single, I love pug puppies and the rain… (LOL!) Additionally, I live in southern Pennsylvania - I'm only an hour's drive from Hershey, where my book takes place. I work for my dad's small construction business, as his office manager, and I'm currently taking classes in holistic health. Love Finds You in Hershey, Pennsylvania is my debut novel. RC: How long did it take you to get your first book pu...