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July Author Newsletter

7/3/2014

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June's Winners!

Before we go too far, here are the winners of last month's giveaways:


“In the Shadow of Sinai” – Maxie Anderson*

“The Note” – Linda Kish*

“Bees in the Butterfly Garden” – Patti H.*

* means that the winners have responded and claimed their prize.

Life Stuff:

First of all, Happy Fourth of July! (Okay, it's a bit early, but it's close enough.) As I get ready to celebrate my first Independence Day as a military spouse, I have discovered a new appreciation for our servicemen and women and their families. Without them, we wouldn’t have the freedoms that we enjoy on a daily basis.

Another type of freedom comes to my mind today, and that is the freedom that Jesus gives us. Being a follower of Jesus requires a willing and obedient heart. That’s it. In exchange, He gives us freedom from judgment, sin, fear, worry, unforgiveness, hatred, and everything else that trips us up. However, that freedom is only ours if we accept it. Wouldn't it be silly to choose to live our lives enslaved when we could be free? Then why do we do that in our spiritual lives?  

My prayer for you today is that you will follow God’s leading in your life, accept His freedom, and celebrate both the freedom of our country as well as the freedom of your heart. Now, bring on the fireworks!

God bless you all and have a safe and fun holiday!

Writing Stuff:

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Last month, I finished the outlining and storyboarding of my Rio story. (Jumping up and down with excitement!)

That leads us into July, which just so happens to be the month that Camp NaNoWriMo is taking place. For those of you who don’t know, NaNoWriMo stands for National Novel Writing Month, which is held in November every year, where thousands of participants write a novel in a month. Camp NaNoWriMo is the summer version, and it fits in with my plans perfectly.

So, by the end of the month, I plan to have the whole thing written. Wish me luck!

Writers, what are you working on this month? Is anyone here participating in Camp NaNoWriMo, too?



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Reading Stuff:

Last month, I read:

And right now I'm reading:
What are you reading this month? Do you have any recommendations?

Prayer Request Stuff:

Here are this month’s prayer requests. Thank you all so much for your diligent prayers.

Praises:

My family’s bus was in the shop for the last few weeks, but the repairs weren't expensive and they are getting it back this weekend!

My sister’s wedding went off without a hitch last month.



Heidi P. has been healing from her surgery without any complications. 

New Requests:

My dad, Paul – His medications are causing very low blood pressure. Please pray that this issue gets resolved quickly.

My sister-in-law, Autumn – she is pregnant and was admitted to the ER last week for passing out at work. Please pray that she and the baby will be healthy.

My family – Please pray for safety as they travel and minister.

Lisa Morris – a lady in my Bible study group who is in the hospital due to dizzy spells. Please pray for her health and wisdom for the doctors.

My husband, Ryan – He is sick with a cold this week. Please pray for his swift recovery.

Me – Please pray that I can overcome procrastination, distractions, and obstacles that block my writing process and that I will get this book finished by the deadline.



Reader Requests:

Maxie Anderson’s brother – cancer in three places on his face. Please pray for healing.

Connie Saunders – issues with her hip and back, and she is caring for her young grandchild. Please pray for healing and stamina for her.

Question of the Month (QOTM):

I like to learn about my newsletter readers and your likes, dislikes, expectations, etc., so I am asking a question each month. I want to give you what you want, and what better way than to ask you? So here goes:
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Giveaway Time!

Again, I'm giving away 3 books this month, but I'm changing things up a little bit. Instead of posting all the giveaways at the same time, I am giving away one book at a time and posting another giveaway every 9-10 days. We’ll see how it goes! 


The first giveaway should be live when this post goes live, so good luck, happy reading, and thanks again for visiting my blog!
13 Comments
Blanche Henry
7/3/2014 04:33:52 am

Love stories make me happy!

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Anna Weaver Hurtt
7/3/2014 07:14:50 am

Same here, Blanche. :) Thanks for visiting!

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Maxie Anderson
7/4/2014 04:18:21 pm

Hi Anne. Love reading your post. Waiting to see what the books are. Do love book give-aways. Can't just buy books whenever I want one.
Maxie

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Anna Weaver Hurtt link
7/7/2014 03:48:03 am

Hi Maxie! Thanks again for stopping by! In the blog post below this one, the first giveaway of the month is listed. :)

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Rita Navarre
7/7/2014 12:06:36 am

romance books!

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Anna Weaver Hurtt
7/7/2014 03:49:47 am

I love romances too, Rita. Thanks for visiting!

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Wendy Newcomb link
7/13/2014 08:17:24 am

I like novellas and novels

wfnren(at)aol(dot)com

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Danie
7/13/2014 10:58:40 pm

I would love to read this book.

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Anna Weaver Hurtt
7/13/2014 11:45:20 pm

Thanks for stopping by, Danie! Good luck! :)

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Stephanie Menez
7/14/2014 05:49:39 am

I love to Read. Thanks for the giveaways.

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Pat Gorman
7/14/2014 08:03:21 am

Hi Anna,
I love Novel - length stories with rich characters which can be re-visited as a series! Thanks for writing!

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Maxie Anderson
7/14/2014 11:59:19 am

Hi Anna. I would love to win your book. I love Christian Romances and Historicals. I love clean books. Please add my name to this drawing.
Really, any size will do. Maxie

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Tina
7/23/2014 01:25:59 am

I love novels, especially if they are a part of a series because I don't like when a story ends.

Blessings!

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