Captain's Log, Stardate 02.25.2010 Hey gang! I'm over at Faithchicks talking about spinning! And before you roll your eyes at me, I really do have a point. :) Camy here! I just recently got into spinning yarn. Yup! As in, sheep wool into yarn. With a drop spindle. I’m going waaaaaaaaay old school! Click here to read the rest of the post!

Captain's Log, Stardate 02.22.2010 A Valentine’s Wish by Betsy St. Amant Unless youth pastor Andy Stewart finds a suitable wife fast, he'll lose his job. Yet the woman of his dreams is his best friend. And Lori Perkins is still smarting over a failed engagement, so he can't just declare his love. His plan: he'll be her secret admirer and woo her anonymously with flowers and chocolates. And then, when romance is on her mind, Andy will confess his Valentine's wish—to spend his life with her. There's just one little problem. Lori seems to think her secret admirer is someone else! Excerpt of chapter one: Unemployed. Single. And out of brownie mix. Lori Perkins tapped her nails against the open pantry door. Canned vegetables and peanut butter crackers were nowhere near sufficient for this kind of low. She rested her forehead against the frame and blew a strand of dark hair out of her eyes. It really wasn't her fault—well, maybe two of the three probl...

Beneath A Southern Sky by Deborah Raney WaterBrook Press First released in 2001, Beneath a Southern Sky, has been reissued with a new cover as part of WaterBrook Press's new value line fiction. Her Second Husband Healed the Sorrow of a Tragic Loss. Her First Has Just Returned from the Dead. Which Man Has the Right to Claim Daria's Heart? After two years of serving as a missionary in a remote area of South America, Daria Camfield has returned to the States to mourn her husband, reportedly killed while providing medical aid to a neighboring Colombian village. One family discovers how God can redeem any tragedy. At first, Daria finds comfort only in the daughter born to her after Nate's tragic death. As she begins to heal, she also finds a listening ear and a tender heart in her new boss, veterinarian Colson Hunter. Determined to move forward with life, Daria ignores the still small voice calling her to wait and accepts Cole's marriage proposal. But after the...

Captain's Log, Stardate 02.18.2010 No, I do not want to meet a Russian girl, nor do I want to be electric in bed. I am probably already taking more prescription meds than is good for me, so your “cheep Rx” does not appeal. I don’t even know what a “pilules” is and I doubt it has to do with me since I think I’m missing a vital body part for that to work. My name is not “Mr. camys_loft” and really, that could be insulting in some countries. I know exactly what I have ordered and I don’t appreciate you telling me about a bogus order notification that will probably only download a virus onto my computer. You are probably ruining the brand-new computers of poor little old ladies. Shame on you. You are a dummy if you think that if I get a message with a subject line of “hello” and the recipient is someone whose email address I don’t recognize, that I will blithely open your message. Even though my last name is “Tang,” if I get a message with Chinese characters in the subjec...

Today's Wild Card author is: Liz Babbs and the book: Celtic Treasure Lion UK; 1 edition (September 1, 2009) ***Special thanks to Cat Hoort of Kregel Publications for sending me a review copy.*** The deep riches of the ancient tradition of Celtic spirituality are unearthed in this illuminating resource. Weaving together the stories and wisdom of the ancient Celts, it explores the contemporary relevance of prayer and solitude, creation and creativity, and community and hospitality as it demonstrates how each of these ancient paths can enrich the future. Other topics include Celtic saints; the God of Creation; and celebrating life. ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Liz Babbs is an award-winning author, performer, broadcaster and retreat leader. She has written many books on the subject of spirituality, including The Celtic Heart, The Pilgrim Heart and Into God’s Presence. Visit the author's website . Visit the book's website . Product Details: List Pri...

Fatal Burn by Roxanne Rustand Someone's after Kris Donaldson, and they don't just want her hurt—they want her ruined. First, an arsonist tries to destroy her cabin, and evidence points to Kris. Then an injured deputy is found at her place…with ballistics proof that he was shot with her rifle. Even Trace Randall, the arson investigator who's helped her before, seems to doubt her now. She has to prove her innocence, but how? Her reputation, her life—and her chance for happiness with Trace—are all on the line. Excerpt of chapter one: Kris Donaldson gripped the unfamiliar set of keys and stared down the winding lane leading to Wind Hill Ranch. It held at least a foot of snow, though far less than the heavy snowpack out in the open areas. Dusk had crawled over the rugged Montana landscape during the long drive from Battle Creek, but she'd been caught up in her disturbing memories and hadn't noticed the fading light. And now, with more snow falling and narrow,...

Captain's Log, Stardate 02.10.2010 Hey guys, So yeah, I've been offline lately. Been busy. Teaching an online class on synopsis writing and working on a new proposal. And no, I can't tell you yet. But every so often I'm on Twitter and Facebook , so be sure to check out my Twitter feed (it's also on the right sidebar) or find me on Facebook. Lately, all I've been tweeting is my shock at finding so many gray hairs all of a sudden...and I don't even have children as my excuse for having so many. Then again, Captain Caffeine says I'm the reason he has so many gray hairs, but I know he's just kidding because he had tons of gray hair when I first met him. Or at least, that's my story and I'm sticking to it.

Today's Wild Card author is: Kim Vogel Sawyer and the book: Katy’s New World (The Katy Lambright Series) Zondervan (February 1, 2010) ***Special thanks to Bridgette Brooks of Zondervan for sending me a review copy.*** Katy has always enjoyed life in her small Mennonite community, but she longs to learn more than her school can offer. After getting approval from her elders, Katy starts her sophomore year at the public high school in town, where she meets new friends and encounters perspectives much different than her own. But as Katy begins to find her way in the outside world, her relationships at home become restrained. Can she find a balance between her two worlds? ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Bestselling, award-winning author Kim Vogel Sawyer wears many hats besides “writer.” As a wife, mother, grandmother, and active participant in her church, her life is happily full. But Kim’s passion lies in writing stories of hope that encourage her readers to place their lives in God...

Groom In Training by Gail Gaymer Martin Second book in the Man's Best Friend Series from Steeple Hill Love Inspired Friends, Four-legged Friends and Love. A widow with a sad past, Steph Wright, finds comfort in her faith and her adorable Border Collie, Fred. When Fred becomes enamored with the neighbor's pedigreed Bouvier, Steph meets Nick. With a broken engagement and a busy job, Nick isn't open to love and romance. But when Nick steps in to defend Steph, long talks ensue during dog walking, and both begin to learn that God has plans for each of them, especially Steph who sees some unexpected "groom-in-training" going on. Endorsements from readers: Had a hard time putting this book down. I highly recommend Groom In Training, and look forward to reading more from Gail Gaymer Martin. Rikki Lee Howland, Reader A delightful story of two hearts discovering where they belong. Jo Huddleston, Reader Bio: Multi-award-winning author, Gail Gaymer Martin wr...