I’m glad to be back with you for December! Advent and Christmas are such fantastic times of the year — especially when we really take the time to stop and remember the significance of this season.
I know for me, 2020 being what it’s been, I’m definitely more focused than usual on finding things to be grateful for. There have been blessings this year, even in the midst of Covid, and the one that will always top the list is that Jesus came to earth, born as a baby, so that He could die on the cross for my sin.
What wonderous and amazing love.
Winners this Week
If you’re a winner, you should have received an email from the author in charge of the giveaway. If not, please email us at: prizes at inspyromance dot com.
Sally Bayless’ winner is Trudy!
Shannon Taylor Vannatter’s winner is Deb Galloway!
Sandra and Mary Kennemer were the November gift card winners!
Toni Shiloh’s winner was Kerri Norrod!
Congratulations!
Don’t forget… every comment you make qualifies you to win one of the monthly Amazon card giveaways!
StoryChats @ InspyRomance
It’s here!!
The first episode of the podcast released on Friday. We had so much fun recording this handoff with Jessica Kate and Hannah Davis! There’s lots of fun with favorite reads of 2020 and then a great discussion on love triangles. You don’t want to miss it! Listen to our new weekly show on your favorite podcasting app, through the player on our podcast tab, or watch us on YouTube!
A new episode will drop this coming Friday – this time with just the 3 of us from InspyRomance giving you a little of the IR history and what you can expect going forward on StoryChats.
Wherever you listen or watch, please be sure to hit subscribe so you don’t miss an episode!
Reader Gathering
Did you know Inspy Romance hosts a Christian Romance Reader Gathering group on Facebook? Valerie Comer will be taking over this week. Join us… but don’t forget to answer the questions for admittance!
Last Week on Inspy Romance
On Monday, Shannon Taylor Vannatter talked about books and puzzles.
On Tuesday, Toni Shiloh gave us a very merry bookish Christmas list.
On Wednesday, Jaycee Weaver talked about a month of Christmas books.
On Thursday, Tara Grace Ericson talked about creating a multi-author collaboration.
On Friday, Heather Gray gave us A Day in the Life part 4.
On Saturday, Janet Ferguson gave us a sneak peak at chapter 1 For the Love of Joy.
Next Week on Inspy Romance
Monday: Elizabeth Maddrey
Tuesday: Valerie Bodden
Wednesday: Staci Stallings
Thursday: Marion Ueckermann
Friday: Hallee Bridgeman
Saturday: Jan Thompson
New Releases
December 2020
Cadence of Cranberries (Urban Farm Fresh Romance 10) by Valerie Comer
Forgiven by the Hero (Heroes of Freedom Ridge 6) by Tara Grace Ericson
Pray for Me (Vacation Sweethearts 5) by Jan Thompson
Becoming Us by Jaycee Weaver and one other
November 2020
Mistaking the Cowboy (Blackwater Ranch 3) by Mandi Blake
Love Meant to Be (Abundance 5) by Sally Bayless
A complete list of Inspy Romance books by our authors is always available on our BOOKS tab. Find our audiobooks, our permanently free e-books, and our thank-you gifts for newsletter subscribers there as well!
Elizabeth Maddrey is a semi-reformed computer geek and homeschooling mother of two who lives in the suburbs of Washington D.C. When she isn’t writing, Elizabeth is a voracious consumer of books. She loves to write about Christians who struggle through their lives, dealing with sin and receiving God’s grace on their way to their own romantic happily ever after.
Blessings on this Second Sunday of Advent, Elizabeth. Thank you for an informative blog. While unprecedented times still so much to be thankful for. Happy Holidays.
Thanks, Renate!
Will the Story Chats always be so long? It’s hard for me to take an hour to focus on a conversation.
No, we’re aiming at a half hour for each episode. The next one is about 27 minutes. The week after next is a tad longer (around 40) — but we really are trying to zero in at that 30 minute mark.
Will the StoryChats always follow with a reminder here? I will definitely go check it out. Sounds fun! Thanks.
Yes, that’s the plan! :) I hope you enjoy it (and this first episode is a tad long, but like I said to Lila above, we are aiming at 30 minutes.
I’ve never listened to a podcast in my life…lol! But I am definitely going to check StroryChats out.
I can’t believe another year has almost passed us by, and what a year it has been! It’s been harder for me to find the positive lately, to be honest. Especially when this thing drags on & on. I’m glad I have my husband who is such an encourager & helps me through, second to God, he’s my rock.
Happy SUNday everyone! Glad to have you back for December Elizabeth!
I am new to listening to podcasts myself :)
And yes, it is hard this year for sure. I’m making a constant effort to look for the positive myself.
Oh, wow, what a nice bright spot! I honestly don’t know if I’ve heard from Sally or not! My Mom has been in the hospital since Dec 1, and I finally decided today to read this for the first time since Monday, and at the same time looking at emails. I’d appreciate the prayers of everyone at Inspy as we are trying figure out next steps.
I’ve been following on FB the saga with your poor mom. Praying for sure!
Sally has reached out, so it’s in that email backlog ;) When you reply, it may take her a couple of days as they are starting some busy days at home. Hang in there.
Father, we praise You for Your love for us, expressed in the gift of Your Son, by the power of the Holy Spirit. Thank You for Your mercy and grace that we celebrate during this season. We lift up Trudy and her mom now for Your special mercy in the midst of their trials. Please grant them comfort, wisdom and courage. May Your power be seen in unmistakable ways and may You receive glory and praise. We ask these things in Jesus holy name, Amen.
2020 is almost over. Yes, we can all find things to be thankful for – our daily food alone is a real blessing that many people around the world don’t have, our homes, our loved ones and Praise God, Jesus, who came as our Saviour. Can you just imagine how difficulty Covid life would me, without all of the above. Yes, I want to see more of my family in 2021, I pray I will see more of them, but I will still be thankful for all we have, and have technology to keep in touch with so many people. Blessings to all, Sandra
Indeed
Congratulations to all the winners.Will be praying for your mom Trudy.
Blessings on this second Sunday of Advent.
Thanks! That would be much more manageable. ;)
Congratulations!! May God richly bless you all. Merry Christmas.
Congratulations to the winners.
To you as well!
Merry Christmas!
:)
Congratulations! Blessings throughout this Christmas Season <3