Wednesday, May 27, 2026

Celebrate Lit Blog Tour: A Wealth Beyond Riches by Vickie McDonough

Book: A Wealth Beyond Riches

Author: Vickie McDonough

Genre: Christian Historical Romance

Release Date: May 12, 2026

She’s searching for a place to belong. He’s haunted by the horrors of war. When danger threatens everything they hold dear, they must trust in God’s plan to find their way home.

Sasha Di Carlo has spent her life in her famous actress mother’s shadow, longing for family and roots. When she learns she has an uncle in Indian Territory, she seizes the chance for a new beginning. Upon arriving at her uncle’s ranch, she finds herself drawn to his quiet carpenter, Jim Conners, even as she struggles to embrace her Creek heritage.

Jim Conners came to Indian Territory hoping to escape the nightmares of his time in the Spanish-American War. Working for kind-hearted Dewey Hummingbird has helped heal his spirit, but Dewey’s beautiful niece stirs long-buried feelings. Just as his discovery of his own Native American ancestry offers the opportunity to build a bridge between them, corrupt oil companies target Dewey’s land. As Sasha and Jim work to protect their loved ones and help struggling oil field widows, they discover that true wealth lies not in riches, but in faith, family, and the courage to love.

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Christian Historical Romance is a favorite genre of mine. A Wealth Beyond Riches by Vickie McDonough is Book 6 in the Windswept Wedding Series. I have been anxiously awaiting this book release.

WOW, the storyline of this book was very emotional from the beginning, in a good way. The main characters are Sasha Di Carlo and Jim Conners. Sasha has spent many years with a yearning to discover her family roots. She has felt disconnected from her mom as her mom is a busy actress. She is now ready to set out to find her Uncle who she learns lives in Indian Territory with the Creek Heritage. Jim Conners works for Dewey Hummingbird, Sasha's Native American Uncle. The 2 meet when Sasha arrives at her uncle's Ranch. Jim has worked hard to heal from the affects of serving in the Spanish American War and upon meeting Sasha, memories that had been buried resurface. I was really engaged in the book as the pair have to team up to battle the Corporate Oil Companies that want Sasha's uncle land. I really LOVE that they gained trust in one another, but also leaned up God to help them through the trials and discover each other. The book is one of seeking and finding out about one's self, Trusting God in all circumstances, Family and LOVE. I HIGHLY recommend this book to anyone who enjoy Christian Historical Romance BEAUTIFUL BOOK!

Vickie McDonough is the CBA, EPCA and Amazon best-selling author of 54 books and novellas. Vickie grew up wanting to marry a rancher, but instead, she married a computer geek who is scared of horses. She now lives out her dreams penning romance stories about ranchers, cowboys, lawmen, and others living in the Old West. Vickie’s books have won numerous awards including the Booksellers Best, OWFI Best Fiction Novel Award, the Inspirational Readers’ Choice awards. When she’s not writing, Vickie enjoys reading, making cards, gardening, and traveling.

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If you read Sooner or Later, you met Jimmy when he was a young boy. He’s now grown and struggling with PTSD after fighting in the war. Oklahoma, at this time, was split in two, with the eastern section being Indian Territory and the western half, the Oklahoma Territory. Jimmy has left his family and taken a job building a house for an older Indian man. But he’s soon in for a big surprise.

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Debbie’s Dusty Deliberations, May 23
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Artistic Nobody, May 25 (Author Interview)
For Him and My Family, May 26
Happily Managing a Household of Boys, May 27
Paula’s Pad of Inspiration, May 28
Guild Master, May 29 (Author Interview)
Books You Can Feel Good About, May 30
Pause for Tales, May 30
Cover Lover Book Review, May 31
Connie’s History Classroom, June 1
Fiction Book Lover, June 2 (Author Interview)

To celebrate her tour, Vickie is giving away the grand prize of a $50 Amazon Gift Card!!

Be sure to comment on the blog stops for extra entries into the giveaway! Click the link below to enter.

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JustRead Tours Blog Tour: Crossbones by C.C. Warrens

Crossbones JustRead Blog + Review Tour

Welcome to the Blog + Review Tour for Crossbones by C.C. Warrens, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

Title: Crossbones
Series: A Holly Novel #6
Author: C.C. Warrens
Publisher: Independently Published
Release Date: May 15th, 2026
Genre: Romantic Suspense

"Sticks and stones will break your bones, if you make me hurt you.”

Some truths are better left buried, but Jace Walker is determined to unearth the skeletons in her family’s closet. Leverage is all she needs to keep her brother alive, and she’s willing to risk everything to save him.

Even her life.
But is she willing to risk the lives of her friends?

Holly and Jordan take on the case, but what should be a simple investigation takes a deadly turn when they stumble onto a murder. Family secrets are the least of their concerns as their path intertwines with a killer intent on remaining hidden.

He doesn’t want to be found.
He doesn’t want to be known.
And anyone who threatens his anonymity dies.

Christian Suspense Romance novels are a favorite. Crossbones by C.C. Warrens is Book 6 in the Holly Series. I have not read the books in this series until now and I am excited to read this book.

The storyline captured my interest immediately. The main characters in this book are Holly and Jordan, They are asked to take on a case that their friend Jace Walker needs assistance with. Jace will do anything to save her brother's life and that is where the case begins. Holly and Jordan are put into danger almost immediately, someone doesn't want they meddling it seems. They are not deterred, matter of fact they seem more determined to help Jace uncover some family secrets. The book is fast paced, full of twists and turns, and kept me on the edge of my chair throughout the book. The book is one of Family Secrets, Friendships, and more. I HIGHLY recommend this book to anyone who enjoy Christian Suspense Romance AMAZING BOOK!

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CC Warrens

Jesus and laughter have brought C.C. Warrens through some very difficult times in life, and she weaves both into every story she writes, creating a world of breath-stealing intensity, laugh-out-loud humor, and a sparkle of hope. Writing has been a slowly blossoming dream inside her for most of her life until one day it spilled out onto the pages that would become her first published book.

If she’s not writing, she’s attempting to bake something—however catastrophic that might be—or she’s enjoying the beauty of the outdoors with her husband. One of the many things she’s learned since she started this journey is that the best way to write a book is to go on a long stroll with her husband. That is when the characters—from their backgrounds to the moments that make them laugh or bubble over with anger—come to life.

Connect with C.C. by visiting ccwarrens.com to follow her on social media and subscribe to email updates.

(1) winner will receive a grand prize of a signed Crossbones paperback with bookmark, sticker, character art card, and a $10 Amazon gift card!

Up to (5) winners will each receive an ebook of Crossbones, delivered via Bookfunnel!

Up to (4) winners will each receive an audiobook download of Crossbones!

Full tour schedule linked below. The giveaway begins at midnight May 25, 2026 and will last through 11:59 PM EST on June 1, 2026. Winner will be notified within 2 weeks of close of the giveaway and given 48 hours to respond or risk forfeiture of prize. US only for grand prize. Void where prohibited by law or logistics.

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Tuesday, May 26, 2026

JustRead Tours Blog Tour: Home No Matter Where by Nancy Naigle

Home No Matter Where JustRead Blog Tour

Welcome to the Blog Tour for Home No Matter Where by Nancy Naigle, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

Title: Home No Matter Where
Series: A Shell Collector Novel #3
Author: Nancy Naigle
Publisher: WaterBrook Press (Penguin Random House)
Release Date: May 5, 2026
Genre: Contemporary Sweet Romance/Women's Fiction

Three generations of women confront their pasts and discover it's never too late for new beginnings in this heartwarming novel of second chances and unconditional love—from the bestselling author of The Shell Collector.

“In Home No Matter Where we travel to beautiful Whelk’s Island, where a close-knit community puts us right at home. Along the way we meet compelling characters caught in realistic storms and learn faith-filled lessons about weathering them.” —Denise Hunter, bestselling author of More Than Friends

Nina is at her wit’s end with her teenage daughter, Kendra. Still dealing with her own wounds of divorce, Nina hopes a change of scenery will help. She and Kendra head to the serene coastal town of Whelk’s Island to spend a restorative summer with Nina’s mother, Rosemary—bringing three generations under one roof for the first time in years. Amid the island’s charm, old wounds begin to heal, and as new friendships bloom—especially with the steady and enigmatic Fisher—light begins to break through the cracks of Nina’s tightly controlled life.

Kendra’s reckless behavior continues but Fisher’s intervention during a critical moment for Kendra sparks a sense of hope in Nina that she thought was lost. Still, change is never easy.

As the women navigate the tides of forgiveness, growing up, and letting go, healing begins and new love brings surprises. While Whelk’s Island may not hold all the answers, it has a way of reminding people that moving forward doesn’t follow a set path—it requires the bravery to start anew.

Women's Fiction is a genre that I enjoy reading. Home No Matter Where by Nancy Naigle is Book 3 in the Shell Collector Series. I feel it could be a stand alone novel, although it is good to read the others in the series also.

The storyline reeled me in from the very beginning. The main characters in this story are Nina and her Daughter Kendra, along with Nina's mom Rosemary. Nina is a newly divorced Single Mom and she is trying to settle into a new life with her daughter Kendra. Kendra is a teenager who is going through the many stages of a divorce and navigate life with having her parents apart. Nina takes Kendra to Whelk's Island, to spend the Summer with her Mom Rosemary. The change of scenery might just be what they both need to get through the changes in their family dynamics. The plan seems to be backfiring when Kendra continues to make decisions that are having negative affects on many around her. Grandma Rosemary tries to guide Kendra and help her through life changes. The storyline gets deep when the 3 generations of women find that they all have some healing to do and they all take some time to heal and grow. The women not only grow individually, there is also growth within the family unit. I really LOVE that the book shows how sometimes as we look at others faults, we begin to see the depth of our own faults and true healing can begin. I HIGHLY recommend this book to anyone who enjoys Christian Women's Fiction. GREAT BOOK!

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ECPA and USA Today bestselling author Nancy Naigle crafts small-town love stories full of heart. She began her contemporary romance series, Adams Grove, while juggling a successful career in finance and life on a seventy-six-acre goat farm. Now happily retired, she devotes her time to writing, antiquing, cooking, and the occasional spa day with friends. Several of Nancy’s novels have been adapted to the television screen, airing on Hallmark Channel and Hallmark Movies & Mysteries. Her novel The Shell Collector was adapted into the first Fox Nation original movie. A native of Virginia Beach, Nancy now calls Franklin, Virginia, home.

Connect with Nancy by visiting nancynaigle.com to follow her on social media and subscribe to email updates. While you're there, spin the wheel and see what your special shell message is!

(1) grand prize winner will receive a Shell Collector Summer Escape Box which includes a Nancy Naigle book tote bag, a shell set + message, coastal candle, beachy bookmark set, lighthouse charm, signed bookplate and a little surprise swag plus copies of Sand Dollar Cove and Dear Santa!

(3) other winners will each receive a Shell Gift Set of a handprinted shell with a message, beautifully printed message card, small drawstring bag, signed bookplate and a bookmark!

Full tour schedule linked below. The giveaway begins at midnight May 26, 2026 and will last through 11:59 PM EST on June 2, 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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Celebrate Lit Blog Tour: Lipstick and GunPoweder by Jane Daly

Book: Lipstick and Gunpowder

Author: Jane Daly

Genre: Romantic Suspense

Release Date: March 10, 2025

Dale Hardy, a disgraced FBI agent, goes undercover at the Double-Bar-G Ranch in Ione, California to gather intel on a suspected opioid-growing operation.
Mark Goodson, who hired Dale to help run the ranch while his brother recovers from an injury, is initially skeptical of her abilities. But when they are both targeted in escalating violence, they must join forces to uncover the truth and save Mark’s niece who has been kidnapped for ransom.
Their past betrayals and broken relationships are put aside as they fight against enemies that threaten their lives and Mark’s ranch.

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Christian Romantic Suspense is a genre that I really enjoy. Lipsticks and Gunpowder by Jane Daly is Book 1 in the Gold Country Series and I recently had the opportunity to read the book.

The storyline had me hooked from the very first pages. The main characters of the book are Dale Hardy and Mark Goodson. Dale has arrived at Double-Bar-G Ranch under the guise that she been hired as a ranch hand. Mark is not happy that a Female has been hired and he is questioning why her. Unbeknownst to Mark, Dale is an FBI agent who is undercover to investigate some happenings on the Ranch. Dale gets suspicious of Mark for a time, that all changes when Dale realizes that Mark and herself are being targeted and she goes into protection mode. I LOVE how Mark and Dale become a team when Mark's niece goes missing and is being held for ransom. The hunt for the niece really brings a lot of suspenseful moments through the story. The many twists and turns and excitement at the end kept me on the edge of my seat. I also love that the story has faith elements. I HIGHLY recommend this book to anyone who enjoys Christian Romance Suspense. GREAT BOOK!

Jane Daly is the author of sixteen books, including two nonfiction works. When she isn’t hunched over her computer, she is on the move – literally. She and her husband of 48 years make their home in Rigsby, their 37-foot motor home. Together they chase sunsets, discover quirky roadside attractions, and take the Gospel to fellow travelers.

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Dale Hardy, a disgraced FBI agent, goes undercover at the Double-Bar-G Ranch in Ione, California to gather intel on a suspected opioid-growing operation.

Mark Goodson, who hired Dale to help run the ranch while his brother recovers from an injury, is initially skeptical of her abilities. But when they are both targeted in escalating violence, they must join forces to uncover the truth and save Mark’s niece who has been kidnapped for ransom.

Their past betrayals and broken relationships are put aside as they fight against enemies that threaten their lives and Mark’s ranch.