Friday, July 17, 2026

Celebrate Lit Blog Tour: Quest of Fire: The Unending Light by Brett Armstrong

Book: Quest of Fire: The Unending Light

Author: Brett Armstrong

Genre: Christian, High Fantasy

Release Date: December 30, 2025

War has consumed the Lowlands in both Jason and Anargen’s eras. Each teen struggles to keep true to the Quest as the armies led by the dark powers of the Lowlands edge closer to victory.

A secret buried in Ordumair can guarantee that evil Monarch Ilyron destroys the Tower of Light Anargen has striven to defend. And Jason’s brother, Dorian, has found an equally powerful weapon in the mysterious land of Jhi. The ancient threat of dragons returning to the Lowlands threatens to plunge the Lowlands into ruin.

Losses that leave both teens grieving deeply and an ever-diminishing list of allies means they must be willing to give everything to rescue their world from the looming desolation. But they must face the truth that it is still far too little to win, unless they can hold on till the King’s Day arrives.

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Christian Fantasy has become a genre that has become intriguing to me. The Unending Light by Brett Armstrong is Book 7 in the Quest of Fire series. I have read a few books in this series and I was excited to read this book.

WOW, I dove right into this book and could not stop reading. Jason and Anargren are back in this book and the battles continue, although they are now in a situation where they must rescue the Lowlands. Secrets might be revealed that would wreck their Quest, so Dorian, Jason's Brother, steps in to make sure the weapon he knows about keeps the Lowlands safe from destruction. I really LOVE that they are really striving to keep the "end in sight" and focusing on winning the battles they have faced throughout the series. I really love that Faith and Fantasy really work well in these books.. Brett Armstrong is a WONDERFUL author and I have now grown to really enjoy Christian Fantasy books. I am sad this series is ending, I am looking forward to reading future books by this author! I think those who enjoy Christian Fantasy would enjoy this book! AMAZING BOOK!

Brett Armstrong has been exploring other worlds as a writer since age nine. Years later, he still writes, but now invites others along on his excursions. He’s shown readers haunting, deep historical fiction (Destitutio Quod Remissio), scary-real dystopian sci-fi (Tomorrow’s Edge series), and dark, sweeping epic fantasy (Quest of Fire saga). Every story is a journey of discovery and an attempt to be a brush in the Master Artist’s hand. Through dark, despair, light, joy, and everything in between, the end is always meant to leave his fellow literary explorers with wonder and hope. Always busy with a new story, he also enjoys drawing, gardening, and spending time with his wife and son.

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Quest of Fire is a story told across seven books that took twenty years of dreaming and drafting. A story about the High King, who is a reflection of the King of Kings and the great story He has composed in which we are all taking part. Our God is described as “a consuming fire”*, a fire that also refines us and is shaping us into His likeness. My hope with the Quest of Fire series is that after reading it that fire has caught and blazes in the reader’s heart and gives them the courage to stand firm. Because Quest of Fire is filled with moments in which a vast, terrible darkness seems certain to crush a small group bravely bearing up that light, and they must choose to stand firm no matter the cost. The final entry in the series, The Unending Light, picks up that theme and sees it to its harrowing end with epic battles fought across a world built with rich, immersive detail. Heart warming and rending moments take place that just as much as the dramatic and sweeping conflicts force the protagonists to face the dark and choose whether they will remain in the light and see the Quest of Fire to the end or turn back and flee like so many others around them. So my hope is that others will read and join in the Quest of Fire, because even though it is fraught and hope is fragile, there is one truth that both the protagonists of The Unending Light and we need cling to: “the darkness has not overcome the Light.”** This story, like the great story, is about Him.

* Hebrews 12:29

** John 1:5

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For the Love of Literature, July 18 (Author Interview)
Lily’s Corner, July 19
Tell Tale Book Reviews, July 20 (Author Interview)
Blossoms and Blessings, July 21 (Author Interview)
Guild Master, July 22
Locks, Hooks and Books, July 22

To celebrate his tour, Brett is giving away the grand prize of a $50 Amazon gift card, an eBook copy of The Unending Light, exclusive digital map poster, and series theme music!!

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Thursday, July 16, 2026

JustRead Tours Blog Tour: Moms of the Bible: Life-Changing Lessons from the Fearless, Flawed, and Faithful by Rhonda Stoppe

Moms of the Bible JustRead Blog Tour

Welcome to the Blog Tour for Moms of the Bible by Rhonda Stoppe, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

Title: Moms of the Bible: Life-Changing Lessons from the Fearless, Flawed, and Faithful
Author: Rhonda Stoppe
Publisher: Harvest House Publishers
Release Date: March 10, 2026
Genre: Christian Non-Fiction/Parenting

Biblical Encouragement for Everyday Motherhood

Have you ever whispered to yourself, I’ll be a better mom tomorrow…but tomorrow never comes? Maybe you’re comparing yourself to other moms and feel you aren’t measuring up. But don’t lose hope. Just as moms in Scripture learned from life’s ups and downs, with God’s help, you can become the mom you long to be.

Moms of the Bible explores timeless life lessons from Bible moms of all types, revealing how their stories of failure, faith, and hope can help you fulfill your own calling with confidence. From the redeemed Rehab to the horrible Herodias, each story unveils eye-opening insights and powerful applications that can help you as you seek to raise up children who impact their generation with fearless faith.

Author Rhonda Stoppe engages you with the warmth and wisdom of a trusted friend who’s been there herself. For mothers of all ages and stages―including step, adoptive, foster, and grandmothers raising their grandkids―this uplifting look at the moms of Scripture will empower you to influence the culture in profound ways through your sacred ministry of motherhood.

Motherhood can and is a Beautiful and AMAZING part of life. Motherhood can also be challenging through the many phases of Motherhood and Parenting. I was blessed to read a new book recently on Biblical Motherhood. Moms of the Bible: Life-Changing Lessons from the Fearless, Flawed, and Faithful by Rhonda Stoppe is the most recent book that I read for encouragement and insight.

Motherhood is a "job" that never ends, no matter the age of your children. Motherhood therefore goes through many phases and stages and over the years Motherhood can see growth, happiness, disappointments, setbacks and many challenges. I can honestly say that this book really opened my eyes to so much about Motherhood and the "Moms of the Bible". Moms tend to look to the Circle of Moms in our lives for guidance and help in the different stages of parenting, very rarely do we look to the Bible and how Moms of the Bible overcame and achieved growth in Motherhood.

Moms of the Bible by Rhonda Stoppe takes the reader through the many stories of how God can give guidance and encouragement through the Biblical stories of Eve, Mary, Esther, Rebekah, Rahab, Naomi, Hannah and other Moms of the Bible. The book is divided into three parts: Fearless Moms, Flawed Moms, and Faithful Moms. I really LOVE how the book shows that even Mom's of the Bible had to rely on God to help them become the Mom God intended them to be. The Personal Stories by Rhonda are very encouraging and enlightening. I really LOVE that each chapter focuses on a Mom of the Bible and their story of Motherhood, including the flaws, fears and how their faith helped their journey. The QR Code at the end of each chapter takes the reader to a video of the author giving more advice and encouragement. A Biblically sound book with Scripture references and more.

Our sons are 24, 23, and 21 and they all still live at home. The "Young Adult" time of Motherhood definitely comes with a different set of Challenges, yet God will guide me through those and enable me to help our Sons. Motherhood is definitely a journey that never ends and with God's help and guidance Mother's can go through the Flaws, Fears and Triumphs of Motherhood! I HIGHLY recommend this book to all Mom's, in all stages of Motherhood! AMAZING BOOK!

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Rhonda Stoppe is a biblically sound speaker and host of the award-winning podcast Old Ladies Know Stuff. A trusted voice in the Christian living community, she is the best-selling author of 7 popular books and a frequent guest on Dr. James Dobson’s Family Talk and Focus on the Family. Rhonda has been joyfully married to her pastor-husband, Steve, for 45 years. They have 4 children and 15 grandchildren. Connect with Rhonda at NoRegretsWoman.com.

(1) winner will receive a $25 Amazon gift card!

Full tour schedule linked below. The giveaway begins at midnight July 14, 2026 and will last through 11:59 PM EST on July 21, 2026. Winners will be notified within 2 weeks of close of the giveaway and given 48 hours to respond or risk forfeiture of prize. US only. Void where prohibited by law or logistics.

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Monday, July 13, 2026

JustRead Tours Blog Tour: Ribbons of Guilt by Laura Thomas

Ribbons of Guilt JustRead Blog Tour

Welcome to the Blog Tour for Ribbons of Guilt by Laura Thomas, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

Title: Ribbons of Guilt
Series: Bite of Betrayal #3
Author: Laura Thomas
Publisher: Mountain Brook Ink
Release Date: July 5, 2026
Genre: Christian Romantic Suspense

A marriage in crisis. A betrayer in the wings. A life at stake.

Harriet Duval has it all—a handsome French husband, a delightful young daughter, a successful career as a professional ballerina behind her, and a beautiful future in a charming village in the English countryside. Even her beloved sisters can’t see the painful truth she hides beneath her perfect mask…

Successful businessman Leo Duval is at a breaking point physically, emotionally, and spiritually as he is forced to harbor secrets in Paris while his marriage in England dissolves before his very eyes.

The magnetic pull of Harriet’s old dancing life and the shocking murder of a Swan Lake ballerina causes her to question everything: faith, future, family. When the killer begins targeting the Duval family, Leo and Harriet’s vulnerable marriage is tested by an unimaginable traumatic event. Will the guilt they carry divide them when they need each other most?

Christian Suspense Romance is a favorite genre of mine to read. Ribbons of Guilt by Laura Thomas is Book 3 in the Bites of Betrayal series. I have been anxiously awaiting this release as I have read the first 2 in this series.

WOW, I was immediately engrossed in the storyline. The main characters of this book are Harriet Duval and Leo Duval. Harriet gave up a career as a Ballerina to tend to the affairs of her home, marriage and daughter Lucy. Her husband, Leo, is a French Businessman, who has been able to provide a wonderful Home for the family in the English Countryside. The Duval family seems happy and a "perfect family life", although Harriet and Leo are struggling in their marriage. Harriet's sister are not even aware that her marriage isn't as happy as it should be. Leo is in Paris and he is going through the emotions of knowing his marriage is failing and wondering what he can do to revive it. Harriet is devastated when she learns of the murder of a Ballerina friend of hers. The trials and struggles for Harriet and Leo are revealed and changes begin. I really LOVE that Harriet and Leo realize that God has not been the center of their marriage and that has led to secrets and other decisions that were tearing them apart. I was happy to see the couple begin to work on their marriage and the exciting changes that happened. The book is filled with Mystery, Suspense, Reconciliation and Faith. I HIGHLY recommend this book to anyone who enjoys Christian Mystery Romance. WONDERFUL BOOK!

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A multi-award-winning Christian author, Laura Thomas writes heartwarming encouragement for your soul—especially in her numerous romantic suspense novels, Christmas novellas, teen fiction and children’s books, as well as her non-fiction writing.

Laura is a certified writing coach, a book-loving chocoholic mom and nanny, and is married to her high school sweetheart. Originally from the UK, they now live the empty nest life in Kelowna, British Columbia, with their French bulldog!

Connect with Laura by visiting laurathomasauthor.com to follow her on social media and subscribe to email newsletter updates.

(1) winner will receive a $50 Amazon gift card and an ebook copy of Captured in Frame!

Full tour schedule linked below. The giveaway begins at midnight July 13, 2026 and will last through 11:59 PM EST on July 20, 2026. Winners will be notified within 2 weeks of close of the giveaway and given 48 hours to respond or risk forfeiture of prize. US/CAN only. Void where prohibited by law or logistics.

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Saturday, July 11, 2026

Celebrate Lit Blog Tour: For This VERY Purpose by EJ Ashmore

Book: FOR THIS VERY PURPOSE

Author: EJ Ashmore

Genre: Biblical Fiction/young adult

Release Date: October 15, 2025

Sixteen-year-old Eliza has accepted life as a Hebrew slave in Egypt, never to be seen, heard, or loved. After all, she has it good, working alongside her sister for the wealthy Ameneten family. Though unworthy of love, she is free to love others, and she loves her master’s oldest son, Seti (unbeknownst to him).

Only when Moses returns to the land of Egypt to free his people is she emboldened to pray to the ancient God her mother used to speak of, and she prays for the love of Seti, but only if he first rejects his gods and falls for the Hebrew God.

As the God of gods hardens Pharaoh’s heart, He softens Seti’s and pursues him with a love Seti has never known, while also shining His face on Eliza who learns she is indeed worthy of love.

This is the Exodus as told from both Eliza and Seti as a love story between God and His people, God and Seti, and Seti and Eliza.

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Biblical Fiction is a genre that I enjoy reading. For This Very Purpose by EJ Ashmore is the most recent book in this genre that I have read. It is Book 1 in the Wilderness Series.

I will admit that it took me 2 chapters to really understand the storyline. I was engrossed in the book once the storyline clicked with me. The main characters in this book are Eliza and Seti. Eliza is a 16 year old Hebrew slave in Egypt. Eliza and her sister have been working for a Wealthy Family and Seti is the oldest son of the Family. Eliza feels that she is not worthy of LOVE or even to be seen. She though has seen Seti and she has feelings for him, although he doesn't know this. Seti is Egyptian and in an Apprentice for being a Priest. Eliza and Seti are about to experience changes when God sends Moses to Egypt and it is the time of the 10 Plagues and pre-Exodus. Seti begins to question the Priesthood and instead begins to look toward following Eliza and her God. Seti begins to notice Eliza in a way that Eliza has noticed Seti, with adoration and love. I really LOVE how the Author really brings Biblical History to life in this Fictional Story. The book is one of Faith, Trust, Finding Worth in God and Romance. I HIGHLY recommend this book to anyone who enjoys Biblical Fiction. GREAT BOOK!

EJ Ashmore, a mother, wife, and a nurse, only wrote for fun as a teenager. Once babies and college got in the way, she stopped, but she also no longer wanted to write unless it was for God. When her son was 15 and trying to grapple with why God would harden Pharaoh’s heart, then punish him, she took to writing again. Best to show him rather than explain it. But then Joel Richardson’s SINAI TO ZION came out, and she fell in love with how the whole exodus and wilderness scenario was God’s love story- from pursuit, winning the love of the people, to betrothal, complete with a wedding supper which has yet to happen. It’s a literal play-by-play of the ancient Jewish wedding customs, but so is Christianity. Not only that, but human marriage was designed to reflect God’s desired relationship with His people.

This became EJ’s passion: to demonstrate this in a story for young people, as is to reach the average teenager who feels unworthy of God’s (or anybody’s) love.

FOR THIS VERY PURPOSE comes from Exodus 9:16 and is EJ’s debut novel.

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When Lisa Phillip’s son was 15 and trying to grapple with why God would harden Pharaoh’s heart, then punish him for it, she took to writing. Best to show him rather than explain it. But then Joel Richardson’s SINAI TO ZION came out, and she fell in love with how the whole exodus and wilderness scenario was God’s love story—from pursuit, winning the love of the people, to betrothal, complete with a wedding supper which has yet to happen. It’s a literal play-by-play of the ancient Jewish wedding customs, but so is Christianity. Not only that, but human marriage was designed to reflect God’s desired relationship with His people.

This became Lisa’s passion: to demonstrate this in a story for young people, as is to reach the average teenager who feels unworthy of God’s (or anybody’s) love.

FOR THIS VERY PURPOSE comes from Exodus 9:16 and is Lisa’s debut novel. Since there is already a well-known author by the name of Lisa Phillips, a pen name was chosen.