The Tree of Not-So-Good

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Like finding Easter eggs in each novel, I include unique places the reader probably has not visited, adventures my reader most likely has not experienced, and unique facts about our zany world that were not in our textbooks. In suspense novel, Chasing Sunrise, I take the reader scuba diving along the wall off the coast of St. Croix. Much like an elevator shaft, the majestic formation drops some 3000 feet below the ocean surface. With the island as the setting, I included the historic sugar mills, rum production, the seven flags that flew over St. Croix, World War II sonobuoys,…

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A Chat with Author Joan C. Benson

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Greetings from Sarah Sundin in smoky California! Today I have the joy of interviewing one of our newest CAN members, Joan C. Benson. Joan has written many articles and devotions, as well as material for Sunday school. Today she’s sharing with us about her debut historical novel! Welcome, Joan! And congratulations on your debut novel! Please tell us about the story. His Gift begins at the onset of The Great Depression. A talented young woman aspires to become a professional musician. When her world is destroyed by the Great Crash, she is left to find peace by yielding her gift…

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New Release: Puppy Ciao by Annette O’Hare

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Title:  Puppy Ciao (Max Tales Mysteries Book 1) Author:  Annette O’Hare Genre:  Middle Grade Mystery Publisher: Elk Lake Publishing, Inc. Release Date: August 21, 2020 ISBN-13:  978-1649490438 About the book:  How far would you go to save innocent animals? Would you risk your life? In the small town of Kerrville, Texas, thirteen-year-old Jeannie McKay has a notorious reputation for trying to right the world’s wrongs. When Jeannie and her best friend, Jonathan Wooten, rescue two purebred Weimaraner puppies found drowning in Johnson Creek, she vows to find out who is responsible. With the help of her small band of friends,…

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