Celebrate Lit Blog Tour: Drandar and the Quest For Redemption by Terri Hellard-Brown

 

Book: Drandar and the Quest for Redemption (Book 2)

Author: Terrie Hellard-Brown

Genre: Middle School Fantasy Chapter Book

Release Date: June 15, 2026

What do you do with an enemy who tried to destroy you?

Drandar didn’t expect to find the answer in a dungeon.

Seaton the knight betrayed the king, hunted Drandar, and lost. Now he’s locked up and miserable — and somehow, Drandar can’t stop thinking about him. When Drandar was ready to give up, Seraphina and the fairy believed in him anyway. Maybe Seaton needs the same thing.

The king has a different idea. He’s sending both of them on a quest to find the kingdom’s greatest treasure. Together. Whether they like it or not.

The problem? Drandar isn’t sure he trusts Seaton. And the quest is harder than either of them expected.

Drandar and the Quest for Redemption is a story about second chances, unlikely friendships, and discovering that the greatest treasure isn’t always what you went looking for.

 

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Children's Chapter Books are interesting genre and format. Drandar and the Quest for Redemption by Terrie Hellard-Brown and Illustrated by Rachelle Brown is Book 2 in the Drandar the Dragon Book series. 

I began reading this book and it grabbed my attention immediately. The main characters are Drandar the Dragon and Seaton the Knight. Drandar and Seaton are enemies and don't like one another. They are sent on a Quest by the King to find the GREATEST Treasure. The King was very intentional in sending both of them on this quest as he felt it would help both Drandar and Seaton overcome their own struggles. The many adventures they went on were sweet and heartwarming, especially seeing the growth in their own lives and toward one another. The book is one that shows that God will guide and direct our paths and how to love our enemies . I HIGHLY recommend this book for Middle School Kids and up. VERY Valuable lessons throughout the book. WONDERFUL BOOK!

 

Terrie Hellard-Brown is an award-winning author, speaker, and missionary with over thirty years of experience as a teacher and homeschool mom. That time at the classroom and kitchen table convinced her of something she writes into every story: every child’s journey matters, and no one is too far gone for redemption.

Terrie works with families — especially mixed-needs families (those raising both neurodivergent and neurotypical children) — to disciple their kids and build a peace-filled home culture. She hosts two podcasts focused on equipping parents to raise the next generation to follow Christ with their whole hearts.

She holds a BA in sociology and psychology, an MA in education, and is currently pursuing her DMin.

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Forgiveness, redemption, purpose, trust, truth – these are so important for children to grasp early. Those are the motivation and foundation behind the Drandar the Dragon series.

Drandar and the Quest for Redemption is the second book in the Drandar the Dragon series of chapter books. It picks up where book one ended, but it also can stand alone on its own as long as readers begin with the understanding that Drandar is a knight in a Medieval, fantasy kingdom.

I began writing these stories for my daughter who is autistic because I saw such potential in her and God’s blessing in her life, yet I watched her struggle with doubt and fear. (She is also the illustrator for the series which is exciting for both of us).

Simple Harvest Reads, September 3 (Author Interview)

Debbie’s Dusty Deliberations, September 3

Texas Book-aholic, September 4

Vicky Sluiter, September 5

Happily Managing a Household of Boys, September 6

Mrs. Ryan Moser’s Book and Movie Reviews, September 7

Library Lady’s Kid Lit, September 8

Fiction Book Lover, September 9 (Author Interview)

Locks, Hooks and Books, September 10

The Bookish Ledger, September 11 (Author Interview)

The Bookish Pilgrim, September 11

Artistic Nobody, September 12

Guild Master, September 13

Books, Books, & More Books, September 14 (Author Interview)

Holly’s Book Corner, September 15

Blogging With Carol, September 16

To celebrate her tour, Terrie is giving away the grand prize of a $50 Amazon Gift Card and a copy of the book!!

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Celebrate Lit Blog Tour: Winter's Dawn by Morgan L. Busse

Book: Winter’s Dawn (The Nordic Wars Book 3)

Author: Morgan L. Busse

Release Date: August 11, 2026

Genre: Viking fantasy (adult)

Fearless. Defender. Shield Maiden.

Brighid returns to the Nordic forces. But she is not alone. Her newfound companion accompanies her, along with Kaeden, the Eldaran Truthsayer. Together, they approach the battlefield, powered by a unique bond forged since their first encounter.

Yet a dark and menacing presence grows within Brighid’s mind. Her connection to death has returned, and this time, there is no oath to numb the terror. Will she be able to fight and protect her people while sensing the reaper of life?

Kaeden’s recent conflict with one of the Shadonae has left scars across both his body and soul. Still, he is determined to finish what he has started and free both the Nordic people and the world of this great evil. To do so, he may have to sacrifice everything to reach the one who has bound the Nordic people to this deadly war.

Kaeden will need Brighid’s help. But when he reveals the truth behind the dreams they have shared, Brighid must make a choice that could change not only her future but the fate of her people: accept the bond between them or let it fade―and lose him along with it.

 

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Christian Fiction is a great genre that I enjoy. Winter's Dawn by Morgan L. Busse is the latest in this genre that I have read. It is Book 3 in the Nordic War Series. I have been enjoying this series since the first book. 

WOW, this book starts out very intriguing and captures my attention immediately.  Brighid and Kaeden are the 2 main characters of the book.  Brighid has been having some thoughts of death and it is really bothering her. She has come so far in ridding her mind of these thoughts, she is wanting to clear her mind so she can protect her people. Kaeden is fighting battles of his one, physical battles. He has scars both on his body and in his soul. I really LOVE that Brighid and Kaeden are focused on bringing the LIGHT of God's Word to the DARKNESS of the Evil that surrounds them. Decisions needed to be made and the strength they both showed in making the decision best for them was AMAZING.  I HIGHLY recommend this book to those who enjoy Christian Fiction Fantasy. GREAT BOOK!

Morgan L. Busse is a writer by day and a mother by night. She is the author of the FOLLOWER OF THE WORD series, THE SOUL CHRONICLES, and THE RAVENWOOD SAGA. She is a three-time Christy Award finalist and winner of both the INSPY and the Carol Award for best in Christian speculative fiction. During her spare time she enjoys playing games, taking long walks, and dreaming about her next novel.

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What we do today will determine the ending to our story.” -Gurmund, Winter’s Dawn

 

Legacy. I don’t think many people think about legacy. At least not until they start facing the end of their lives. So, what is legacy? One definition I found is something handed down from one generation to the next. I like this definition because it can be so many things. It can be wisdom, stewardship, an example of a life lived with integrity, leaving the world a better place, peace, and even hope. Perhaps another way to say it is legacy is living with the future of the next generation in mind.

The quote up above is from the last book in my Viking-inspired fantasy series, The Nordic Wars. In Winter’s Dawn, the leaders of the Nordic people are facing two impossible choices, both that will most likely cost their nation everything. Then the end comes. Discouraged, Brighid feels all hope is lost. But Gurmund reminds her that even if they lose everything, and their people cease to be no more, it still mattered how they finished.

They would leave hope and light for the next generation.

This is how I want to live. I once told my husband that I don’t think we will ever know the legacy we leave behind, because it will be spoken about after we are gone. But the choices I make today and the life I live, will determine the ending I leave behind for others to read. I want that ending to be full of hope and light so that when the next generation faces darkness, they will remember they are not alone and those who went before them.

The Lofty Pages, August 27

To Everything There Is A Season, August 28

Artistic Nobody, August 29 (Author Interview)

Guild Master, August 30 (Author Interview)

Lily’s Corner, August 31

Texas Book-aholic, September 1

Fiction Book Lover, September 2 (Author Interview)

The Bookish Ledger, September 3 (Author Interview)

Tell Tale Book Reviews, September 4

Wishful Endings, September 4

Debbie’s Dusty Deliberations, September 5 (Spotlight)

Happily Managing a Household of Boys, September 5

For the Love of Literature, September 6 (Author Interview)

Devoted Steps, September 7

Labor Not in Vain, September 8

Simple Harvest Reads, September 9 (Guest Review from Mindy)

To celebrate her tour, Morgan is giving away the grand prize of a $50 Amazon Gift Card and a copy of the book!!

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: The Song of Our Heart by Kathy Dye

Welcome to the Blog Tour for The Song of Our Heart by Kathy Dye, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

Title: The Song of Our Heart: Remembering God's Faithfulness Through Every Season 
Author: Kathy Dye 
Publisher: Westbow Press 
Release Date: April 9, 2026 
Genre: Bible Study

Life doesn’t always sound like we expect. Disappointments come, relationships fracture, health fails, and dreams fade. In these moments, we need something—Someone—to be the steady song of our hearts.  

The Song of Our Heart presents a five-week Bible study journey through Psalm 71. It provides a way to discover how to make God your song through every season of life—not just the easy ones, but especially the hard ones. This isn’t about superficial positivity or pretending everything is fine. It’s about honest faith that clings to God when life is messy. Through daily readings, reflection questions, and practical application, you’ll explore what it means to find God as your refuge when you’re overwhelmed, your hope when circumstances look bleak, and your praise even when you don’t feel like singing. Each week focuses on a specific aspect of making God your song: 

Week 1: God Is Our Song 
Week 2: A Life Led by God 
Week 3: God as Our Refuge 
Week 4: God as Our Hope
Week 5: God as Our Praise 

Whether you’re in a season of joy or walking through shadows, this study will help you rediscover that God isn’t just with you—He is your song. And when He becomes your song, you’ll be able to build a legacy of faith that sings long after you’re gone. 

Christian Bible Studies are an important part of my Daily Life. The Song of Our Heart by Kathy Dye is the most recent Bible Study that I have read and studied. 

I really feel encouraged by Bible Study books, especially those that have a theme to the Study. The Song of Our Heart is based on Psalm 71 and trusting God through the many seasons of Life. The Bible Study focuses on that God is with us and can bring us through the Good times and through the Hard times of Life. I know I go through the "ups and downs" of Life and tend to lean and trust on God through the Hard times, although God is also our Strength in the Good times also. I really LOVE that the author encourages the reader that during the HARD times in life, that we must fully Trust in God's Plan and he will lead us through the Struggles of Life. I know I tend get discouraged and worried in the HARD times and this Bible Study and Devotionals shows that God's plan will bring us through the discouragement and into Encouragement by TRUSTING God. 

I really LOVE the layout of this Bible Study, It is a 5 Week Study with Daily Readings, Reflection Questions, and Practical Application. The Study is very thought provoking. I really LOVE the SONG method, as it helps us to Praise God through the "storms" rather than being discouraged by the Storms of LIFE. 

I HIGHLY recommend this Bible Study to anyone who needs some Encouragement and is looking for a Bible Study Devotional. AMAZING Bible Study!

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Kathy Dye resides in Evansville, Indiana, with her husband Sid. A retired elementary teacher turned Christian author and speaker, Kathy has taught women's Bible studies for over 40 years. She is the author of A Song in Her Heart, the Kit Kat Camp series, and the newly released Bible study The Song of Our Heart—a five-week journey through Psalm 71 helping women make God the song of their hearts through every season of life. Her commitment is to equip mothers and women to build a legacy of faith across generations.

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

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(2) winners will each receive a print copy of The Song of Our Heart and a $10 Amazon gift card!

Full tour schedule linked below. The giveaway begins at midnight September 1, 2026 and will last through 11:59 PM EST on September 8, 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: The Reluctant Healer of Halifax by Terrie Todd

 

Book: The Reluctant Healer of Halifax

Author: Terrie Todd

Genre: Christian Historical Fiction

Release Date: August, 2026

Her Family, Her Home, Her Future—All Leveled in One Thunderous Explosion

When life seems weighed down by challenges, there are always pillars of enduring hope and love to be discovered.

Three days ago, Pearline Campbell’s family was whole, and Oliver Hamilton still loved her. But upon returning to Halifax disfigured and shellshocked, Oliver ended their relationship. Then came Thursday, December 6, 1917, when the Halifax harbor was leveled by a tremendous explosion. . .and Pearline fears nothing will ever be whole again. Her parents are dead, her brother is missing, and her sister refuses to speak. Pearline must fortify herself to open her home to needy orphans, including an unidentified baby. Where can she find the strength for each new day as misery grips the city?

 

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Christian Historical Fiction is a favorite genre to read. The Reluctant Healer of Halifax by Terrie Todd is Book 6 in the Enduring Hope series. The series is written by various Authors and can be read as Stand Alone Books. I have read the first 3 books in the series and have enjoyed the series.

WOW, I can honestly say this storyline had me captivated from the very first chapter. The setting is 1917 in Halifax, Nova Scotia. The main characters are Pearline Campbell and Oliver Hamiliton.  Oliver and Pearline have had a relationship for a long while, even enduring the time while Oliver was serving in War. Oliver returns from War a Wounded Solider and he decides to end the relationship with Pearline. Pearline is devastated, yet determined to go on. Life really takes a turn for Pearline, on December 6, 1917, when there is an MASSIVE explosion on the Halifax Harbor.  Pearline learns that her parents died, her brother is missing due to the explosion and her sister has become silent. Oliver and Pearline join forces to help the Community through this tragedy and all that lies ahead for them. Pearline is determined to open her home to others, especially children without parents.  Oliver and Pearline realize that they can endure all that has transpired and Oliver has a change of heart in regards to Pearline. The reconciliation and growth in their relationship while caring for others was outstanding. The book is one of Tragedy, Growth, LOVE, Faith and putting others before ourselves. The Historical research done by the Author is outstanding.  I would recommend this book to those who enjoy Christian Historical Fiction. WONDERFUL BOOK!

 

Terrie Todd is a Canadian author of nine historical and split-time novels and one nonfiction book. Her work has earned numerous Word Awards from The Word Guild, the 2018 Janette Oke Award from Inscribe Christian Writers Fellowship, and the 2022 Braun Book Award. She is also a Carol Award Finalist. From 2010-2024, she wrote a weekly “Faith and Humor” column for her hometown newspaper, and since 2021, a monthly column for the Heroes, Heroines, and History blog. Terrie lives with her husband, Jon, in Portage la Prairie, Manitoba, where they raised their three children. They are grandparents to five boys.

 

 

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It wasn’t until I was interviewing a friend for a newspaper column that the Halifax Explosion of 1917 began to interest me. My friend, Gene, had gone blind from macular degeneration, and I wanted to write a series of columns about what it was like for him to lose his sight and now live with blindness. One of the books Gene mentioned as having inspired him was the true story of Eric Davidson. At the time of the explosion, Eric was a toddler, playing with his toy car on a windowsill in his Halifax home. The glass exploded, permanently blinding Eric. The north end of Halifax was destroyed, and roughly two thousand residents died. Nine thousand more were wounded, including hundreds blinded or partially blinded by flying glass. The mass blinding helped birth the Canadian National Institute for the Blind (CNIB). Eric’s daughter, Marilyn Davidson Elliott, wrote the book The Blind Mechanic about her father.

I found Eric’s story fascinating. When given the opportunity to try for a spot in Barbour’s series of books about historical disasters, I decided to write one about the Halifax explosion. The more I researched, the more I wondered why we didn’t learn about this in school, and the harder it was to imagine the devastation that the city and its people survived. This was during a world war and only five years after being highly involved in the recovery of the Titanic’s victims and survivors, a disaster that helped prepare them for this one. Story after story, many revealing the incredible determination of the stalwart people of Nova Scotia and the Bostonians who came to their aid, moved me to tears. It was difficult to choose which experiences to borrow for my characters. I was thrilled to visit Halifax in 2025, a once-in-a-lifetime trip.

Naturally, the book includes some blind and partially blind characters. I so appreciate the input from my two blind beta readers, Alexandra Banwell and Leanne Merren. One of my favorite things to do with each book I launch is to choose a charity to which I give a portion of the proceeds from my local book launch. For this book, I’ve chosen the CNIB’s Guide Dog program.

Although my book never became a part of that series, Barbour decided it would be a good fit for their “Enduring Hope” series. The rest is, literally, history. I’m thrilled to be part of this series and have enjoyed the first five immensely. I hope you read them all!

Babbling Becky L’s Book Impressions, August 26

Devoted Steps, August 26

Debbie’s Dusty Deliberations, August 27

Texas Book-aholic, August 28

Pause for Tales, August 29

For Him and My Family, August 29

Life on Chickadee Lane, August 30

Truth and Grace Homeschool Academy, August 31

Happily Managing a Household of Boys, September 1

Books You Can Feel Good About, September 2

Connie’s History Classroom, September 3

Cover Lover Book Review, September 4

Sydney Schmied Books, September 5

Mary Hake, September 5

Blossoms and Blessings , September 6

The Bookish Pilgrim, September 7

Devoted to Hope, September 7

Holly’s Book Corner, September 8

To celebrate her tour, Terrie is giving away the grand prize of a $25 Amazon e-Gift Card and a print copy of the book!!

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: Taken Without a Trace by Hope Welborn

Welcome to the Blog Tour for Taken Without a Trace by Hope Welborn, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

Title: Taken Without a Trace 
Author: Hope Welborn 
Publisher: Love Inspired Suspense 
Release Date: August 25, 2026 
Genre: Romantic Suspense

A missing person case…  

or a deadly cover-up? 

Georgia Special Agent Cash Brenner gets an anonymous tip on a cold case that’s haunted him for years—but following the lead has him walking into a deadly ambush. He’s saved by his ex, private investigator Maya Reid, who is on a mission to find her missing sister. As eerie similarities between their investigations emerge and Cash grapples with memory loss from the attack, they must put their rocky past aside to find answers. With danger lurking at every turn, Cash and Maya need to act quickly to solve the case and locate Maya’s sister—or risk losing everything they hold dear.  

From Love Inspired Suspense: Courage. Danger. Faith.  

Christian Suspense Romance is a favorite Genre of mine. Taken Without a Trace by Hope Welborn is the most recent book that I have read in this genre. 

WOW, this book captured my attention from the very beginning and I could not stop reading. The main characters are Cash Brenner, a Special Agent in Georgia and Maya Reid, a private investigator. Cash is trying to close in on solving a cold case, after receiving a new lead. Maya Reid has been trying to locate her missing sister, someone whom she hasn't ever met as an adult. Danger lurks for both Cash and Maya and they are both running out of time to solve their cases. Cash and Maya decide to help each other, even though Maya wasn't  too sure about joining forces with Cash. Maya hasn't gotten over being hurt by Cash a couple years ago when he ended their relationship. I really LOVE that they both realize that what happened in the past needs to be set aside for the safety of others and themselves. The growth in both Maya and Cash as they begin to solve the cases at hand and protect one another from danger is very heartwarming. The many twists and turns really kept my interest to continue reading. The book is one of Courage, Forgiveness, Faith and Family. I HIGHLY recommend this book to anyone who loves Christian Suspense and Romance. GREAT BOOK!

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Award-winning author Hope Welborn writes spine-tingling suspense, sprinkled with romance, and saturated with faith. By day, she masquerades as a digital content marketing technology specialist, and by night, she stays up too late putting words on the page. Hope is also co-owner and design/technology manager for Spark Flash Fiction and a member of the Suspense Squad. She has two indie published works, and her next novel will release from Love Inspired Suspense in August 2026. She is represented by Tamela Hancock Murray of the Steve Laube Agency.

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

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(1) winner will receive a signed paperback copy of Taken Without a Trace, a copy of both Hidden and Trail of Danger (also by Hope Welborn), and a $15 Amazon gift card!

Full tour schedule linked below. The giveaway begins at midnight August 24, 2026 and will last through 11:59 PM EST on August 31, 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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