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Happy Friday! May 24th long weekend in Canada

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Bonjour

I’m popping by with this special announcement that I don’t want you to miss. I’m working on my Newsletter and should have it off to you soon! 

It looks like we are headed for a rainy long weekend in southern Ontario … perfect for reading!

Go to Patricia Sands’ Author page to find all of these books!

BUT HERE IS THE BIG NEWS! 

Today, I have a great book surprise to share with you…I’ve teamed up with 50+fantastic authors to give away a huge collection of Literary, Historical & Book Club books to 2 lucky winners!

Oh, and did I mention the Grand Prize winner gets a BRAND NEW eReader? 

😁You  can  win  my  novel THE BRIDGE CLUB,  plus  books  from  authors  like STEPHANIE DRAY and PATRICIA FRIEDRICH. Enter the giveaway by clicking here: 

👉https://www.booksweeps.com/giveaway/may-2022/win-a-bundle-of-literary-historical-and-womens-fiction/

GOOD LUCK AND ENJOY!

One winner ~ 14 books ~ ends May 13!

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Multi genre book giveaway! We’re making Mother’s Day last all week!

We’ve got thrillers, paranormal, historical fiction, women’s fiction, and romance both sweet and steamy — because we know moms love to read a variety of books! The lucky winner will receive a bundle of FOURTEEN books (your choice of Kindle or signed physical copy.)

CLICK HERE TO ENTER ~ GOOD LUCK!

US Only. Please note entry gives permission for all participating authors to add you to their email list — you can easily unsubscribe at any time.#bookgiveaway

La Fête des Rois today ~ Cabin Fever Event on Saturday ~ two great reasons to celebrate!

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If you are in France, it’s again time to celebrate  … oui …  bien sûr … more food! Don’t you love it? This time it’s all about a rich, almond cream (frangipane) enveloped by layers of light, flaky pastry (feuilleté).

Another joyful opportunity to bring friends and family around the table to share La Galette des Rois/The Kings’ Cake, takes place on the first Sunday of January or January 6th and recognizes Epiphany, the arrival of the three wise men (Magis). This special pastry’s history can be  traced to Roman times.

During the French Revolution, the name was replaced with ‘Gâteau de l’Égalité’ (equality cake), as the word ‘king’ was a little out of fashion!

It’s so popular, many patisseries make the scrumptious cake through the entire month of January.

The cake is cut in the specific number of slices for the people present, with one extra symbolic slice for the first poor person passing by. The youngest child  (or the most innocent adult, if no children are present, which can result in great hilarity) goes under the table and calls out who will receive each slice to ensure fair distribution. The greatest excitement comes when one person discovers la fève (a lucky charm) hidden in a single slice.

Bon appétit!

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Click here to read an excellent account of the history and traditions of this special fête by my friend, Margo Lestz.

If you are celebrating this day anywhere else in the world where there are French-speakers and Francophiles…. Quebec? N’Awlins? and want to experience this tradition for yourself, check your local bakery for une galette or consider ordering online at websites like this one ~ The French Delights.

You’ll find all the beloved characters of my Love in Provence series enjoying their Galette des Rois today … and all three ebooks are on sale for .99 ( I know!) through January. If you haven’t immersed yourself in this series, now is the time! Or gift them to your friends! This link to The Promise of Provence will take you to all three bestselling novels! Happy reading too!

Join us in Blue Sky Book Chat (Facebook) on Saturday, January 8th, ALL DAY for our Cabin Fever event. Over 50 guest authors from all genres will be with our author team to offer fabulous giveaways …books, swag, chat! Connect with some favourites and meet new authors to you. It’s a party! Apart from entering for individual prizes, one Grand Prize will be randomly awarded from commenters. Check out the graphic below and see which prize you would choose! See you there! On y va! Bonne chance!

Holiday Audiobook Giveaway!

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I’m a big fan of audiobooks … especially when I’m on long walks. And when I’m driving … even if it’s just to the grocery store because I know I can keep listening to my favourite story if only for a few minutes.

Thanks to the exceptional organizational skills of bestselling author Lainey Cameron (also creator of the Best of Women’s Fiction Podcast), here is an opportunity for three people to each win FIVE audiobooks!

It’s easy to enter. Simply click here for the directions. Good luck!

Holiday Audiobook Giveaway!

Your chance to win five audiobooks from the best titles in women’s fiction.

See descriptions below for the books you could win (and for holiday shopping ideas!)

By entering, you agree to receive the email newsletter of the participating authors (you can unsubscribe at any time). Here is the link to enter.

Eligibility & Rules

  • Three winners will win 5 audible audiobooks each (random selection of titles)
  • Giveaway open to residents of US only.
  • Entries open through December 31st 2021, 11.59pm ET

The Books You Could Win!

Each of these authors was featured on The Best of Women’s Fiction podcast as among the best in the genre.

Finalist in 2021 STAR AwardsUntil she discovers the truth of her sister’s death, no one will rest in peace.After Alice Fell “an enthralling, haunting, and harrowing gothic mystery that sweeps the reader into a post–Civil War New England.”
Maxy Awards 2021 Book of the YearIn the aftermath of a fatal texting and driving accident, a mother and daughter must come to terms with the real meaning of forgiveness.Blind Turn. Achterberg’s writing is so acute and deeply felt, this story so urgent and heart-wrenching, that the reader cannot turn away
New York Times Best SellerThree generations. Two chicken shacks. One recipe for disaster.“A charming, hilarious, feel-good story about the kind of bonds and rivalries only sisters can share. Also, a great present for your sister for the holidays!!” (Reese Witherspoon)
“An intriguing tale of long-held family secrets,” The Disharmony of Silence. “Rosen spins an intriguing tale of long-held family secrets, an emotional search for identity, and a painting that may just be the key to untangling the complicated past.”
IAN 2021 Book of the Year, Outstanding Women’s Fiction & 11 other awards“A provocative, edgy page-turner. With whip-sharp prose, the characters are ingeniously crafted.”The Exit Strategy “Strong women faced with timely struggles. Friendship, forgiveness, and moments of heartfelt laughter. You won’t forget these courageous characters.”
Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestselling author Jamie Beck.Two mothers face the consequences of their choices in a gripping novel about friendship, family, and forgiveness. For All She Knows. “Women’s fiction readers and series fans will be pleased with this story of friendship, family, and forgiveness.” 
IAN 2020 Book of the Year (Best First Novel) & 15+ more awardsRising from ashes is hard. Giving up the one you love is harder.Goodbye Orchid. “If you like heart-warming stories of resilience and wounded heroes, then you’ll love this award-winning tale that’s inspired by combat-injured veterans.”
USA TODAY BestsellerA mother’s love vs. a doctor’s oath. A story of family, failure, and second chances.Nowhere Near Goodbye “probes the choices we make – and the choices we regret, and she does it with grace and aplomb”
Gripping, life altering, realistic action fiction. For fans of The River at Night, Rebecca Hodge’s next thrilling read explores how far one woman will go to find her sister.Over The Falls “perfect blend of physical and emotional survival that keeps the pages turning.”
USA Best Book and National Indie Excellence Awards FinalistThe Promise of Provence. “Be prepared to fall in love with Provence! This is a story that will draw you in with its vibrancy in setting and characters. A must read for any woman with a desire for romance and travel.”
Medalist for IPPY & Sarton Women’s Fiction Awards. Finalist for Somerset & Eric Hoffer Grand PrizeQueen of The Owls. “A nuanced, insightful, culturally relevant investigation of one woman’s personal and artistic awakening,”
Finalist in Best Book Awards & Ohio Fiction Writers’ Great Novel Contest“A touching story about love with all the odds against it.” Rewrite the Stars is an honest, moving portrayal of life and love that reminds us how much of our happiness lies within our own grasp.
Eat, Pray, Love meets 50 Shades of Grey Running with Our Eyes Closed. “A book not only for empty-nesters, but for everyone who needs to feel that we are not alone on this journey… this dance…our lives.”
USA TODAY BestsellerEvery secret has its price. What’s Left Untold is a “heartfelt and surprising examination of friendship, honesty, and whether ‘love is love.’”
2021 International Book Awards Finalist “… a story that will haunt you long after you’ve turned the final page.”
When Robins Appear. “Heart-wrenching and engrossing, a family drama you can’t put down.”

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