Old Fashioned Novel And Devotional Review + Prize Pack #Giveaway 7/10 US/CAN #OLDFASHIONEDMOVIE #FLYBY

A few weeks back, I wrote a review for the Old Fashioned movie and said that I will be doing a giveaway for a prize pack which includes the Old Fashioned DVD, Old Fashioned Novel and the Old Fashioned Devotional. Well, I'm excited to share with you my review of the Old Fashioned Novel and Old Fashioned Devotional and read on below to enter the giveaway! :) You can also read my review of the Old Fashioned movie HERE.

About the devotional:

Softcover; 222 pages 

Contrary to popular opinion, being "old fashioned" doesn't mean you're dull or unromantic.  In fact, a true old fashioned relationship can be more exciting and romantic than anything you've ever experienced!  So what does it mean to do things the old fashioned way?  Sure, it means opening doors, holding out chairs, and taking things slow.  But a true old fashioned romance goes much, much deeper than that.  Inspired by the motion picture Old Fashioned, this book will show you how to reclaim the lost art of romance by introducing you to romantic love as God intended it.  Regardless of your past mistakes, where you've been, what you've done, or where you are now, you can find and create a love that will last a lifetime!  As you work your way through this forty-day journey of inspiring readings and questions for reflection, you'll discover all the unique and amazing benefits of doing things the old fashioned way.  And before you know it, you'll be well on your way to creating a love story for the ages. 

About the novelization:  

Softcover; 303 pages 

Turning his back on his reckless lifestyle, former frat boy Clay Walsh has settled down to turn an antique shop in a small Midwestern college town....and to purse lofty and outdated theories on love and romance.  But when Amber Hewson, a free-spirited woman with a gypsy soul, rents the apartment above his shop, Clay can't help being attracted to her spontaneous and passionate embrace of life.  Amber also finds herself surprisingly drawn to Clay, but his ideas about relationships are unusual to say the least, and they bring to light her own deep wounds and fears about love.  They say opposites attract, but can Clay and Amber move beyond their differences and their pasts to attempt an "old fashioned" courtship?

MY REVIEW:

The Old Fashioned Novel is a great read for all singles as well as married people because it has a nice, clean, romantic story which for me is really nice. This novel was set in modern times but depicts an old fashioned way of dating. The characters are really likeable and I like how innocent this novel is and yet, it teaches lots of things which includes forgiveness both for others and for ones self, redemption and true love.

Clay Walsh has done something in the past that made him change his whole views about dating and relationships. When Amber Hewson arrived in their town and rented the room above his shop, he was attracted to her instantly but Amber's views are a bit different. She also has been hurt in the past but that didn't stop her from expressing her feelings more vocally as compared to Clay. I love how they resolved their differences in such a mature way and even though this is a clean and innocent love story, it still brought butterflies to my stomach.

The Old Fashioned Devotional is a great read and although I'm already married, I had fun reading it with hubby. It is a 40-day reflection/journal which is a nice read specially to people who are single. The journal is a bit old fashioned, and many would not agree with it but I think it's a nice read to widen one's knowledge and views on certain things. At the end of each daily journal, there is a reflection part where I can answer questions about dating and relationships and truly reflect on what I feel inside. I also like the short prayer at the end of each daily journal.

Visit Old Fashioned on their social media sites:

Official Website - http://www.oldfashionedmovie.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OldFashionedMovie

Twitter: @OldFashionedVow

Trailer:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ptxW2lhzbVQ&feature=youtu.be

Official Website to Purchase: http://pureflix.christianbook.com/old-fashioned/pd/033610?event=DVDs||

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Jack Staples And The City Of Shadows By Mark Batterson And Joel N. Clark Book Review + #Giveaway 6/15 US

ABOUT THE BOOK:

Jack and Alexia find themselves even deeper in the battle between the Author and Accuser. Though beginning to discover what it means to be the chosen ones, they each face a harrowing test. For Jack it is a question of trust, and for Alexia, a question of loyalty.But when Alexia is captured and with Jack seeking the Forbidden Garden, the prophecy that they will both destroy and save the world seems far from coming true.

It's powerful allegorical fantasy that combines the spirit of C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien with the flavor of today's most popular Y.A. fiction.

Product Details

Book - Paperback Trade
ISBN: 0781411084  
ISBN-13: 9780781411080
Item #: 129512
Case Quantity: 24
Publication Date: January 1, 2015

ABOUT THE AUTHORS:

Mark Batterson is the lead pastor of National Community Church in Washington, DC, one of the most innovative and influential churches in America. He is a national speaker and New York Time bestselling author of The Circle Maker. http://bit.ly/JackStaplesRoT has more about Jack Staples and the Ring of Time. Discover more about Jack Staples and the City of Shadows at http://bit.ly/JackStaplesCoS.

 Joel N. Clark is the author of Awake: The Book You Can Watch and co-founder of Atlas District Pictures and Switchvert. Clark has written and directed mulitple documentaries, commercials and short films. He and his wife, Megan, and their daughter, Juno, reside in Washington, DC.
 
MY REVIEW:

I started reading young and by the time I was in highschool, I can finish reading 2 novels in 1 day. I loved reading books when I was younger and I'd like it if my daughters would love reading books as much as I did. When I received the Jack Staples and the City of Shadows, I know that my daughters are too young to read it, they're 4 and 6, but I read it to them. I read them 1 to 2 chapters every night until we finished reading the book.

The book Jack Staples and the City of Shadows has a very nice story and is age appropriate. I like that my daughters were so intent on listening to me when I read them this book. This took us to an adventure every night and my daughters loved the action and characters in the book. I haven't read the first book in this Trilogy yet but it's easy to follow the story just by reading this second book.

I love how this book is filled with action and adventure and taught my daughters about friendship, faith and being brave. My daughters also were able to understand what's good and bad from this book. This book is for children ages 8 to 12 but can be read to younger children as well.

You can purchase the book Jack Staples and the City of Shadows on David C Cook's Website.

David C Cook is a nonprofit organization dedicated to publishing and distributing leadership and discipleship resources to help Christians all over the world grow in their faith and pass it on to the next generation. We call this "DiscipleShaping". We were established in 1875 by David Caleb Cook in Chicago, IL. Since that time, we have published numerous bestselling books from The Picture Bible to Crazy Love by Francis Chan, developed over ten lines of Sunday school curriculum, and published many of today's most popular praise and worship songs through our music division, Kingsway.

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The Montana Gallagher Trilogy Ebook By MK McClintock Review

Escape to the old west with three classic novels of family, adventure, and love from the Montana Gallagher collection.
One man could not destroy them. Another could not tear them apart. They fought for their family, their love, and their legacy . . . and they survived.

GALLAGHER'S PRIDE
She was a on a quest of discovery. He was on a quest for revenge. Together they would discover a second chance. Brenna Cameron travels from Scotland after losing someone she loves in search of family she didn't know existed. Alone now in the world, Brenna makes an arduous journey, following the trail of discovery to Briarwood, Montana. Here she meets Ethan Gallagher, and the rest of the Gallagher clan. Only with their help is she able to discover lost family, heal old wounds and embark on a treacherous confrontation with a man who destroyed her family.

GALLAGHER'S HOPE
She sought a new beginning. He sought what he didn't know was missing. Together they would discover hope in unlikely places. Isabelle Rousseau must escape New Orleans and the memory of her family's tragic loss. With her younger brother in tow, she accepts a position as the new schoolteacher in Briarwood, Montana. Desperate to keep what's left of her family together, Isabelle joins her life with a stranger only to discover that trust and hope go hand in hand.

GALLAGHER'S CHOICE
He finally had a family to call his own. She now knew what it meant to risk it all. Together they had a chance to find peace at last. Eliza Gallagher is tough, resilient, and rides a horse like she was born in the saddle. All necessary qualities for someone who runs a cattle ranch. She had more to avenge than any of them and she was counting on those skills to finally find the justice they all sought -- until she realized it could cost her everything and everyone she loved. Ramsey Hunter finally knew what it was to have a family and what it took to keep that family together. He knew coming back wouldn't be easy, but he never imagined what he would have to risk to keep it. Eliza got him home; now Ramsey has to do whatever it takes to save her life and help bring peace to Hawk's Peak.

FROM THE AUTHOR:

Dearest Reader,

The Montana Gallaghers are dear to me, and if I were to choose a place in time to live, it would be with them in the nineteenth-century. I first moved to a small mountain town in Montana over fifteen years ago. Before that, I lived on a small twenty-acre ranch in Colorado. I grew up with horses, going so far as to walk around on all fours with them in the pasture, and then riding bareback while playing cowboys and Indians with my siblings. The Gallaghers' stories stem from a lifetime of love for life in the mountains and on the open plains.

Of course, one can't actually know what it would have been like to live during the 1800's, but we can rely on research and the experts to guide us by providing valuable information, answering questions, and checking our facts. Sometimes the history falls short of expectations. Facts we know to be right today may have been different back then; from the way people spoke to what they called everyday items. For every hour spent writing, an author is likely spending at least two on research. I write historical fiction because it transports me to another time and place, allowing me to imagine and live a way of life that no longer exists.

A reader's time is valuable, and with so many books from which to choose, I want to thank each of you for giving my stories a chance because I love to share them with you.
 
MY REVIEW:

Ever since I was in high school, I've loved reading romance novels. I definitely inherited my mom's love for reading novels. I am a fast reader and can finish one entire 300+ page novels in one sitting when I was younger. Now that I have my own family, reading an entire novel takes longer because I only squeeze it during my free times. That is, if I start reading it at night and found the book interesting. That's what happened with the Montana Gallagher Trilogy. As soon as I read the first chapter, I couldn't seem to put the book down.

I love trilogies and novels which has a separate story for each family member. I've read a lot of these genre of novels and I love that the story continues with each family member. The Montana Gallagher Trilogy is about the 3 Gallagher siblings who found love in unusual and at the same time romantic circumstances. My favorite among the three would have to be Gallagher's Pride, which is the story of Ethan Gallagher and Brenna Cameron. The other 2 are well written as well and each book brought me to laughter, tears and sometimes fear of what will happen to the protagonists. Of course, each book is filled with romance which left me with that feel-good, tingling feeling. I am a romantic at heart so I appreciate the first-attraction/love-at-first-sight feel of these books.

The Montana Gallagher Trilogy is a must read for those who love Historical Romance/Historical Western Romance with a bit of suspense because I definitely loved it. Each book was very well written that I was transported back in time. The characters are very easy to love and I like how unique the story is in each book in the trilogy.

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Disclosure of Material Connection: I received a sample for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I tried personally and believe will be good for my readers. No other form of compensation was received. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising." 

Whatever Wanda! Book By Christy Ziglar Review + Giveaway 4/14 US/CAN

ABOUT THE BOOK:

Wanda is in serious need of an attitude adjustment! She doesn’t want to accompany her family to the Rubber Duck Days Festival, and once there, she won’t participate in any of the events or join in with her friends. Soon Wanda receives some helpful advice and learns that:

“Sometimes you have to believe something will be great before it actually is. Being positive is a choice that makes everything better, not to mention, a whole lot more fun!”

About the author:
Christy Ziglar, financial planner, mother of twins, and niece of legendary motivator and the world’s original optimist, Zig Ziglar, is bringing the same timeless wisdom and ageless advice to an entirely new, younger audience through her Shine Bright Kids picture book series. Christy, her husband, and their twins live in Atlanta, Georgia.

About the illustrator:
Paige Billin-Frye lives with her husband in Washington, D.C., where she gardens and grows food in her city yard. She has illustrated numerous children’s books and works in a studio over a neighborhood hardware store. Coincidentally, Paige has amassed a collection of rubber duckies of all sizes across the years.

MY REVIEW:

My daughters sometimes act up when they don't like something. They would pout and stomp their feet and I would immediately talk to them and most times, a time out. So when I received the Whatever Wanda! Book, I looked forward to showing it to them.

My daughters, who are 4 and 6, were so excited as soon as they saw the Whatever Wanda! Book.I let my 6 year old daughter read it to me and her sister and she read it with no problems. The story was simple to understand and I love the moral at the end of the story.

My 4 year old daughter loved the illustrations in the Whatever Wanda! Book because they're so colorful and nice. I like how the book taught my daughters how to be stay positive, happy and thankful in the things that they do.

After my 6 year old daughter finished reading the book to me and her sister, I asked them what they learned about the book. My 6 year old daughter told me that she shouldn't act up and should find something fun in everything that she does. My 4 year old daughter told me not to say "Whatever" all the time.

I like the Whatever Wanda! Book and I love how the author, Christy Ziglar, made the book interesting and a fun read.

You can find the other titles of the Shine Bright Kids series HERE (Whatever Wanda will be available April 1st)

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The Berenstain Bears' Please & Thank You Book Review + Giveaway 3/12 US/CAN

About the book:

20 pages / Ages 2+

I believe good manners should be taught to children because it will be a huge plus in their personality when they grow up. With the Berenstain Bears' Please & Thank You book, it teaches toddlers and kids 3 words which are very important to say every time ask for something and what to say after they get what they asked for.

My 2 daughters, who are 3 and 6, sometimes forget to say these 3 words and for me, there is still time to instill in them good manners. When I read the book to them, my 3 year old daughter looked at the pictures while my 6 year old daughter read with me.

The Berenstain Bears' Please & Thank You book have wonderful and colorful illustrations. It is a board book so my 3 year old daughter can flip the pages on her own.

I read the book to them and my 3 year old daughter was fast to fill in the blanks when I asked her what she should say in every scenario in the book which needs the words "Please, Thank You and You're Welcome". This is a nice book to read for toddlers because it's simple to understand and direct to the point.

I love how this book reminded my daughters how to have good manners and the proper words to say when they ask for something, when they get what they asked for and what to say if somebody says Thank You to them.

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Wicka: The Chronicles Of Elizabeth Blake By Christy Deveaux Review

ABOUT THE BOOK:

While mourning the loss of a mother figure, Elizabeth Blake, a smart but socially introverted seventeen-year-old girl from Ann Arbor, Michigan, enrolls in an international school in the south of France to finish her final year of high school. Here she meets her true love, finds out that she is a witch from an ancient family, and discovers that her life is in danger. 

Meanwhile, the Elders—the most powerful coven of witches in the world—have been tracking Elizabeth since her birth. According to an ancient legend, a battle led by “One barely born existing to lead” will cause the downfall of the Elders. Fearing that Elizabeth is the heir to this legend, the Elders try to destroy her before she can fulfill the prophecy.

With the help of her new friends, Elizabeth must travel to Greece to try and prove to the Elders that she is not a threat and to ask for their permission to exist in peace.

With the prospect of having to leave each other once the school year ends and return to their homes on opposite sides of the world, Elizabeth and her new love have to find a way to stay together. However, a rival love interest discovers their plan and causes the Elders to act against Elizabeth. As time runs out, Elizabeth must learn to use the powers she possesses to protect herself and the people she loves most.

MY REVIEW:

I've always loved paranormal and fantasy romance books and I've read quite a number of books in this genre. So, when I heard about the book, Wicka: The Chronicles of Elizabeth Blake, I was quite excited to read the novel.

The book, Wicka: The Chronicles of Elizabeth Blake is a nice read for young adults or teens who love paranormal and fantasy romance books. I loved getting to know each character and the story is very interesting. It is fast paced and, as a fast reader, I finished the book in just a few hours.

The first few paragraphs of the book caught my attention and I wasn't able to put the book down. The story is captivating and I just had to see what will happen next on each chapter. I like how light and innocent this book is and how age-appropriate it is for young adults. I also like how this book has a combination of romance, humor, action and a bit of drama.

I loved how this novel brought me to a place where witches exist. Each character is interesting and I loved how Christy brought life to each character. The main protagonist, Elizabeth, is a smart and interesting girl and I like how she was portrayed. I love how she and William both fell in love at first sight and how their relationship developed throughout the story.

I was kind of sad when I reached the last page of the book because it really left me hanging. This has a wonderful story and I can't wait for the next book!

Visit Christy Deveaux website HERE.

Disclosure of Material Connection: I received a sample for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I tried personally and believe will be good for my readers. No other form of compensation was received. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising." 

THE SONG - Awaken Love Couple's Devotional Book Review + Giveaway 12/12 US/CAN

ABOUT THE BOOK:

The Song Couple’s Devotional is a 6-week book for couples that can help awaken love in their marriage. With daily relationship insights and prayer points drawn from the Song of Solomon, this devotional will help couples grow in their relationship with God and one another. 

Inspired by the Song of Solomon, The Song is both a full-length movie and resource for churches to explore God’s plan for relationships, love and marriage.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

Kyle Idleman is the Teaching Pastor at Southeast Christian Church in Louisville, Kentucky, the fourth-largest church in America. Author of the award-winning and bestselling book, not a fan., and presenter of eight of City on a Hill’s curriculum series, he regularly speaks at conferences and events around the world. Kyle and his wife DesiRae have four children.

MY REVIEW:

I would be lying if I say my marriage is perfect. No fights, no misunderstandings and just pure happiness like in fairy tales. Our marriage is far from perfect and we have fights and misunderstandings but we talk everything through.

When I received the book: The Song: Awaken Love Couple's Devotional Book, I knew I would want to read it with him. Every chapter is short but the reflections and discussions after each chapter is what took longer. This book helped us to let our relationship with God and with each other grow.

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Growing Up Social By Gary Chapman and Arlene Pellicane Book Review + Giveaway 11/22 US/CAN

ABOUT THE BOOK:

-Softcover

-209 pages

-Parent Resources

-Discussion Guides for every chapter (perfect for a bible study!)

Is technology bringing your family closer together or driving you farther apart?

Children today are no longer playing hide-and-seek outside or curling up with a good book—instead they’ve been introduced to a world of constant digital entertainment through television, video games, and mobile devices. And while technology has the potential to add value to our lives and families, it can also erode a sense of togetherness and hinder a child’s emotional and social development.

In Growing Up Social, Gary Chapman and Arlene Pellicane will empower you with the necessary tools to make positive changes…starting today. Through stories, wit, and wisdom, you’ll discover how to take back your home from an over dependence on screens. Plus, you’ll learn to teach the five A+ skills that every healthy child needs to master: affection, appreciation, anger management, apology, and attention.

•Equip your child to be relationally rich in a digital world

•Replace mindless screen time with meaningful family time

•Establish simple boundaries that make a huge difference

•Discover what’s working for families that have become screen savvy

•Learn healthy ways to occupy your child while you get things done

Now is the time to equip your child to live with screen time, not for screen time. No phone, tablet, or gaming device can teach your child how to have healthy relationships—only you can.

ABOUT THE AUTHORS:

GARY CHAPMAN

Gary Chapman- author, speaker, and counselor—has a passion for people and for helping them form lasting relationships. He is the bestselling author of The 5 Love Languages series and the director of Marriage and Family Life Consultants, Inc. Gary travels the world presenting seminars, and his radio programs air on more than 400 stations. For more information, visit 5lovelanguages.com.

ARLENE PELLICANE

Arelene Pellicane- is a speaker and author of 31 Days to Becoming a Happy Wife and 31 Days to a Happy Husband. She has been featured on The Today Show, The 700 Club, and Family Life Today and formerly served as the associate producer for Turning Point Television with Dr. David Jeremiah. Arlene lives in Southern California with her husband, James, and their three children. Find out more at ArlenePellicane.com.

MY REVIEW:

Reading the book, Growing Up Social by Gary Chapman and Arlene Pellicane made me re-think about how my daughters are growing up. There are a lot of key points in the book which made me think how technology is affecting my daughters.

For example, my 6 year old daughter loves watching game plays and playing games in the computer. I noticed how she's now easily angered. I believe that the game plays she's watching and the games she's playing is affecting how she acts and how she controls her anger. The Growing Up Social Book made me confirm to myself what I'm already aware of and made me more strict in what my 6 year old daughter watches.

Another point in the book was teaching kids appreciation. My daughters like to say I want this and I want that when we're out. My hubby, is a bit stricter than me, and when my daughters get two things they wanted to buy, he'll let them decide which one they like more and he lets them return the other thing/s they got. I, on the other hand, let my daughters get what they want as long as the price is reasonable or if the items are on sale (if hubby isn't there because if he is, he wouldn't allow that). I knew deep inside that they shouldn't be getting everything they want but there's this conflict that I want them to be happy too. After reading the book, I immediately thought how hubby handles buying toys for my daughters. I think what he's doing is more suitable so that my daughters would learn appreciation. 

There are a lot more key points in the book which are very helpful in raising my daughters in this increasing technology age. I loved reading the book and each of the chapter of the book made me re-think and reflect on how I can raise my daughters detached from their gadgets and more into what's important.. Enjoying family time, their personalities and how they interact with other people as they grow up.

Watch the trailer of the book above. 

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A Lifelong Love By Gary Thomas Book Review + Giveaway 11/14 US/CAN

ABOUT THE BOOK:

Hardcover / 316 Pages 

Discover how to live out a sacred marriage. You believe your marriage has eternal purposes. you long for it to reach beyond your home and encourage others. But what does it look like to have a spiritually intentional relationship in the midst of dirty dishes, work deadlines, and car pools? In Sacred Marriage, Gary Thomas showed us that God designed marriage to make us holy more than to make us happy. Now, in A Lifelong Love, Thomas gives us the practical tools to craft our marriages into inspiring relationships that breathe spiritual life to others. Whatever season of marriage you are in, A Lifelong Love gives your the practical help you need to infuse your marriage with a spiritual passion that will not only change you but will change the world around you.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

Gary Thomas is writer-in-residence at Second Baptist Church in Houston, a frequent guest on Focus on the Family and FamilyLife Today radio, and a popular speaker. His award-winning books, including The Sacred Search, have been translated into over a dozen languages and together have sold more than a million copies worldwide. Thomas and his wife have been married thirty years and have three children.




MY REVIEW:

When we were little, we watched all the Disney Princess movies and I grew up thinking of finding my prince charming and having happily ever afters. As I grew up, my parents always argue and I realized that it wasn't always the case. My parents' separation was the ultimate proof for me that not all marriages are meant to last forever. My mom fought to keep the marriage and to save it but, as with her case, more than 2 decades of patience isn't enough to wait for my dad to change. He left and started a family of his own, leaving us with our mom. We are very thankful for our mom because without her, we wouldn't be who we are now.

I now have my own family, a husband and 2 daughters, and in my experience, marriage is learning to give and receive. It wouldn't work with 1 party only giving and 1 party only receiving. Gary Thomas' A Lifelong Love has a lot of short stories about different people's marriages. I can relate to some of the stories and I love the reflection at the end of each chapter.

A Lifelong Love made me re-think and reflect on how me and hubby can make our marriage work and last. This is a great book for those planning to get married and to those who are married. It's not just staying together but it's about being there for your wife/husband, setting your priorities straight and a lot more.

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