Kim McMahill

I’m pleased to announce the latest release from Amazon best-selling author, Buffy Andrews. Ella’s Rain is an inspirational story about love and loss and finding the power to overcome grief. Please continue reading for more on the must-read novel, and to learn more about the author. My dearest Ella, I wish we would have had more time together, but we both know that we don't always get what we want... Ella is consumed by grief when her Grandma Dorothy dies. Left with Grandma's ashes in an alabaster urn, Ella dreams of rubbing it like a magic lamp and Grandma suddenly appearing. But it's only a dream. To protect herself from experiencing this kind of heartache ever again, Ella pulls away from Trey, the love of her life. Better to leave him than to lose him, she thinks. Slowly Ella learns to live again as she reads the letters Grandma left behind one for every day of the coming year. My dearest Ella, I can't believe that I'm writing the last note you will ev

Death Valley National Park is the hottest, driest, and lowest national park in our National Park System.   Despite its inhospitable appearance, the rugged terrain supports a host of wildlife, which isn’t all that easy to spot in such an immense area. So, we focused on the interesting geological features and colorful landscape.   There is something inherently beautiful in its simplicity and the vast open spaces.   For more information visit http://www.nps.gov/deva

I am pleased to introduce author, Renee Blare, and her recently released romantic suspense novel, Beast of Stratton .   The book is now available on Amazon , Barnes & Noble, and your favorite online retailers (Kindle and NOOK only $.99). To learn more about Renee and her new release, please continue reading.   Beast of Stratton He appears the beast, but she sees his heart... Architect Aimee Hart, determined to locate her father, infiltrates Miles Stratton’s engineering firm as a secretary. Her presence wrenches the shaggy, wounded man from his penthouse, and the quest begins. Betrayed by his best friend, Miles would rather hide than help, especially from the man's daughter. But something's not right. Someone’s trying to destroy Stratton Industrial. A decorated war veteran, he's defended his own before and the Beast of Stratton can do it again. Even with the enemy at his side.   EXCERPT : Copyright 2015 © Renee Blare   He’d vanished.  She’d called h

While cruising up the Rio Frio River in Costa Rica, we motored past this group of cows standing belly-deep in the river. Maybe the cows are large enough where they have no predators, but I interpreted their calm demeanor to indicate this section of the river to be relatively crocodile-free.

Epic eBook Awards 2014 winner, Carlene Havel, has released a new book, Baxter Road Miracle . Carlene writes Christian-themed romances and historical novels. She has lived in Turkey, Republic of the Philippines, and numerous US states. After a career in human resources and software development, she began writing in 2005. Read on f or a sneak peak at Baxter Road Miracle and links to her other award winning work, read on. Can faith move mountains? The Youngbloods are about to find out.  Henry Youngblood is determined to plant a new church in Buffalo Creek, despite seemingly insurmountable obstacles. Meanwhile, his pregnant wife worries about paying the bills. One daughter dreams of a college education she cannot afford, and the other wants nothing more than popularity. It will take a miracle for the Youngblood family’s dreams to come true. OTHER BOOKS BY CHARLENE HAVEL The Scarlet Cord (co-wrote with Sharon Faucheux) Daughter of the King (co-wrote with Sharon Faucheux)

  Join eFiction Finds on March 17th from 1:00-10:00 p.m. ET for their Lucky Reader Event Facebook Party. There will be prizes, authors, and lots of 99 cent eBook deals!   I’ll be hosting from 6:00-7:00 p.m. ET, and I’ll be giving away an ebook copy of Shrouded In Secrets. To join in the fun, sign up at https://www.facebook.com/events/1559820214287119

Cartagena, Columbia was established in 1533 by the Spanish explorer Madrileño Don Pedro de Heredia.   The “Old City” is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Much of the original city walls, constructed to protect its citizens from pirates, are still intact.   The wall encircles narrow winding streets lined with colorful Spanish Colonial architecture. Restaurants, performers, and artisans selling their wares create an exciting atmosphere to explore in this amazing part of Cartagena

I would like to introduce contemporary and historical romance author, Karen Cogan. Her new release, Prisoner of the Pearls , is available now. Please continue reading for a quick blurb and a little more about this very prolific author. I intended to list her other work, but when I searched for Karen on Amazon, there were more books than I imagined, so I hope you’ll check them out for yourself. BLURB: Though Debra is saddened by the death of her beloved aunt, she treasures the historic home in Galveston, Texas the dear woman left to her. Also, bequeathed, are a string of flawless pearls and a note warning her to never wear them. Unable to resist, Debra fastens them around her neck. She never dreams of the history behind the pearls, or the power they will have over her life. Will she solve their mystery, or wear them to her death? ABOUT THE AUTHOR:  A native of Houston, TX, Karen spent her early years enjoying life along the Gulf Coast.   After high school, she attended Tex

A journey through the Panama Canal is an amazing experience. It is one of the greatest manmade wonders of the world. Opened in 1914, the 51-mile canal cuts across Panama.   The canal shortened the sailing distance between New York and San Francisco by over 7,000 miles, linking the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, forever changing world commerce.   More than a million ships have traveled through the intricate lock system, which consists of three sets of locks, Gatun, Pedro Miguel, and Miraflores locks, which rise and lower ships and boats of all sizes from one ocean, across land to the other ocean.   Much of what you see along the canal is industrial, but no less interesting. The magnitude of the accomplishment is simply awe-inspiring. There is also some beautiful jungle scenery and wildlife to view. We saw many birds, a few crocodiles on the Atlantic side, and a small group of coati during this amazing experience.

I am pleased to introduce a great author and amazing woman, Julie B. Cosgrove. Julie is a freelance writer, professional speaker and published author. She is a member of Advanced Writers & Speakers Association, American Christian Fiction Writers, North Texas Christian Writers, The Christians Writers Group Two, and Christian Writers Fellowship International. She represents Women at Risk International, a Christian missionary group who sponsor safe houses for women and children snatched from human trafficking and slavery in thirteen countries and is actively involved in Prayer For Freedom, a nonprofit anti-trafficking ministry. As a speaker, Julie has achieved the highest level of communication award, the Advance Communication Gold, in Toastmasters International. She has led quiet days, workshops and retreats as well as spoken to many women’s and church groups throughout Texas, Louisiana and Florida, and in Indianapolis. Julie writes regularly for several Christian w