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Group for authors of Christian books who would like to interact/network with others, and brainstorm ways to help Christian and secular booksellers with promotional ideas. Booksellers are welcome to participate and offer suggestions on their needs.

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Please help us make this the best place for interaction among Christian authors! Share what you wish someone had told you 5 years ago. And yes, we want to see your book covers, sell sheets, press releases and more to help you and also compare notes. BUT. . . PLEASE help us out by posting it in the CORRECT category. If you post it below (in comments) I will delete it. This forum has great potential if we can stay organized, so help me out by taking a minute to decide the best place to make your post, k? Warm blessings, Lisa

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By finding the best place to post your information here at the CHRISTIAN AUTHOR CONNECTION we can help each other the most! Please take a moment to review some of our categories:

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- Tell us about yourself, your book, your ministry, etc,
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- Great articles to read! Share links to what you have found or written.
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Comment by CBM Christian Book Marketing on April 25, 2013 at 2:27pm

A CBM Christian Book Marketing Author Press Release

No Shame! Only Power- by Val Newton-Knowles
April 9, 2013-No Shame! Only Power - Tired of feeling defeated in your Christian walk?  Christian author Val Newton-Knowles writes to defeated Christians in her new book release, No Shame! Only Power. 
Written to encourage and instruct the Body of Christ to overcome any obstacle of life through the power of Jesus Christ and His Word, this book gives keen insight into the power that is available to us as Christians.  We were not meant to travel this path of life on Earth alone.  God gave us the Holy Spirit, “The Comforter” and “The Helper” to guide us through to eternal life.  If we understand the role of the Holy Spirit in our lives and learn to live guided by the Holy Spirit and the Word, there is no shame, only power!  Come and learn how to defeat every negative thought you have about yourself and your life while learning to overcome through the blood of Jesus Christ.  He has paid it all - all you have to do is accept your part as an active believer.
Val Newton-Knowles knows that life can be more than difficult at times.  But as a believer in Jesus Christ, we have an indescribable and awesome power that we can tap into.  She writes to help others understand their identity in Christ, giving those who have low-self esteem a huge boost by giving practical steps to understanding who they are in Christ.  Her instruction enables a powerful inner transformation through the Word of God and encourages daily communication with God and the Holy Spirit that will lead to nothing less than a victorious walk with Christ. 
This is a highly recommended read for those that are feeling defeated and overwhelmed by life’s circumstances.  Come be refreshed and renewed to fight the good fight of faith again.  There is no shame, only power!   
For further information contact Val Newton-Knowles.  And you may also get your copy of No Shame, Only Power! on Amazon, in Kindle Edition and Barnes and Noble.
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Comment by Jeffrey Allen Davis on April 20, 2013 at 5:08pm

I'm looking for some reviewers with Kindles.  My YA novel, INVASION OF THE NINJA, is set for an "official" release date of 4/22, though it's actually already available here:

http://www.amazon.com/Invasion-Ninja-Adventure-Chronicles-ebook/dp/...

If anybody has a Kindle and would like a free mobi file for review purposes, drop me a line at <jeffreyallendavisATgmail.com>.  Here's the book description:

Jamie and Yoshi are late twentieth century members of the Funakoshi ninja clan who were trained by Yoshi’s uncle, Tanemura Funakoshi. When the Waruiyatsu, a sinister clan with an ancient grudge, attack Jamie’s high school and hold his classmates hostage in an effort to bring Tanemura and his two students into the open, Jamie and his clan sister are forced to attempt a rescue. 

Going along are a close group of friends, each with his own interest in the fighting arts. From Dave, whose muscle-bound frame and love of a good scuffle are overshadowed by his cheerful personality and kind heart, to Buster, whose Bible is his greatest weapon, each of their friends has a loyalty to them and each other that is stronger than the Waruiyatsu can ever fathom.

This is a story of courage, friendship, and faith ....

Comment by Cliff Ball on April 9, 2013 at 4:00pm

New Release: Times of Turmoil: Christian Thriller

In this prequel to Times of Trouble and Times of Trial, we follow how the Evans family gained their riches and eventually their power to influence events in the United States. We see important events that the Evans family gets themselves involved in: such as the return of the Israelites to Israel, the assassination of President Kennedy, the terrorism of 9/11, and eventually events that lead to gun control and other types of government tyranny in the United States.

The novel also follows the Atwood family, starting with the Great-Grandfather of Brian, Charles, as he fights in World War Two and ends up helping liberate Buchenwald shortly near the end of the war. Charles returns to the States and gets married to the love of his life, Betty. Eventually, the family ends up in Delaney, Nebraska, where we watch Aaron, the father of Brian, join the Army to fight the Taliban in Afghanistan after 9/11. Later on, we get to see how Brian and Lynda finally get together and get married.

 

FREE to borrow for Amazon Prime Members or buy it for $4.99. Special $.99 price for book launch. ASIN: B00C9S9W5A

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Comment by CBM Christian Book Marketing on April 4, 2013 at 6:11pm

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CBM Christian Author Press Release
Multi-published Christian author Rebecca Sundberg of Alberta, Canada releases a wonderful new novel, A Call To Love -an encouraging story of giving from a biblical perspective.
Maddy Walker, a widowed young mother, goes on a touching journey with God as He uses her to bless others in their difficulty.  Despite her own temporary struggles and shortcomings, we learn of this young mother who steadily copes with the loss of her husband and the challenge of raising her young daughter alone with the help of God.  But God does something unimaginable with Maddy.  He encourages her to give even when she is barely making ends meet herself.  Although timid and unwilling at first, Maddy follows the Lord's call to reach out and give to others, granting us a special glimpse of her impact through a woman named Isobelle.

 
Author Rebecca Sundberg writes this novel in the spirit of giving and Isaiah 58 that says, "If you are generous with the hungry and start giving yourselves to the down-and-out, your lives will begin to glow in the darkness, your shadowed lives will be bathed in sunlight. I will always show you where to go. I'll give you a full life in the emptiest of places – (Isaiah 58:10-11 The Message).  Caring for others in their deepest needs is what the Christian walk is all about, a must read to reach outside yourself and to see what it means to really live… 
As a creative writer, Rebecca's desire is to be used by God to fulfill His purposes through her life and the gifts that God has so graciously gifted her with. This shines true within the pages of Rebecca's new book release. 
You may contact Rebecca through her author's website at Rebecca Sundberg by using Rebecca's contact page.  Rebecca's new book, A Call To Love is available at Amazon, in Kindle Edition and at other fine online bookstores.
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Comment by CBM Christian Book Marketing on April 4, 2013 at 6:10pm

Title: Faith Of Our Fathers

By: Don Joiner
ISBN#978-1621371632
Review date: March 19, 2013
A CBM Christian Book Review
10.0 out of 10.0 stars
Showcasing over one hundred of the oldest and most historic churches in Georgia, Faith of Our Fathers by author Don Joiner is a full color pictorial history of the remaining churches built before the years of the American Revolution and the end of the Civil War in 1865. 
Respectfully dedicating his work to our forefathers, author Don Joiner, has given brief histories of the churches listed each by county, but also gives insight into the foundation of the Christian religion and Georgia's participation in matters such as the signing of The Declaration of Independence. 
The book also includes a list of the denominations in Georgia before the Civil War ended in 1865.  With excerpts on the historical markers in the state of Georgia, the early Christian footprints in Georgia, the various religious denominations in Georgia and The Great Awakening, one will find this book filled with a plethora of early American history.  This is truly a remarkable read filled with extensive research into such matters of history.
Being a retired school superintendent, the author began as a history teacher.  Since then he has been a school principal, director of elementary school education, assistant superintendent and retired as an independent owner of a real estate appraisal firm.
His knowledge and love for history shine throughout the pages as he enlightens readers on the many sacrifices our fathers made in settling the colonies.  This book is a wonderful and interesting read that is dedicated to authenticity and accuracy. 
Developed by the author through the discovery of the fact that there was not a single publication devoted to, ". . . describing and portraying, the earliest still standing churches in Georgia."  With a highly informative and historical viewpoint, the author gives readers a rich history of not only the state of Georgia, but also a wonderfully well-written, historically correct perspective that intertwines the rich history of Christianity, the Civil War and the foundation of Christianity.  

For more information about the author, the book or more about the history of one of the original thirteen colonies, visit donjoiner.com. You may get your copy of Faith of Our Fathers at Amazon or Barnes & Noble in either a print or ebook edition.

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Comment by CBM Christian Book Marketing on April 4, 2013 at 6:09pm

Title: The Boy Who Walked A Way

By: Nancy Janes
ISBN# 978-147913901
Review Date: March 20, 2013
A Christian Book Review
10.0 out of 10.0 stars
The Boy Who Walked A Way by author Nancy Janes is a delightful and inspiring fantasy novel about a young boy and his discovery of the power of the faith and belief that lies within.  It was the year 2162, the world was in chaos and his country was at war.  Surrounded by violence and conflict, Jal Valhyn is completely alone.  He has lost everything, including his dear loved ones.  But not to worry, he has a visitation by two invisible beings and sets off on a seven-days journey to another place.  A place where there is peace and happiness. 
On this journey, each day is a discovery of life lessons and new friendships.  The boy quickly learns that there is so much more to life than what we can see with our eyes.  He learns to trust in mastering his own inner-self and not being dictated to by life's ever flowing ebb and flow.  He discovers the power of reliance on inner trust and the power of believing.  This is a touching story of a boy on a journey; that all can relate to, for we all have our own journeys to conquer.
Epically written and filled with grand detail into the chaotic world the boy escaped from, this novel comes from the author's love of literary work that expresses the divine, lovely and sometimes chaotic experience of all walks of life.  With the use of descriptive imagery and dialogue, the reader will be pulled in and will want to know what happens next.  This is a deeply touching novel that will touch the innocent child in all of us and encourage us to keep our faith whatever life circumstances may bring. 
For more information visit the author's website at Author Nancy Janes  ......  The Boy Who Walked A Way is available at Amazon, at Barnes and Noble, Goodreads and other fine online bookstores.
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Comment by CBM Christian Book Marketing on April 4, 2013 at 6:06pm

Wake Up the Word:
How to Hold On and Rise Higher When All Hell Breaks Loose

By: Tashion Macon, Ph.D.
ASIN#B00BP465B8
Review Date: April 1, 2013
Christian Book Review
10.0 out of 10.0 stars
Wake Up the Word: How to Hold On and Rise Higher When All Hell Breaks Loose by author, Ph.D. and MBA, Tashion Macon, gives believers in the Body of Christ a practical strategy to proclaiming victory over life’s storms in the faith and authority that Christ has given believers.  Walking victoriously in Christ can become a reality when the biblical principles and strategies given as a step-by-step guide are applied. 
This new series gives readers a seven-day guide to activating and framing positive change into their life by harnessing the power of the Word.  By practically applying principles found in Jesus’ teaching from Matthew 8:24-26 (NIV), the author has simplified this strategy that can be accessed daily.  This powerful teaching and strategy is filled with transforming faith in the power of God and His Word that will assist believers to walk in the authority that Christ has given them.
The book also outlines and helps readers identify the different storms that come into their lives and gives scriptural application on how to understand and learn from these trials.  Displaying how these trials are used by God to refine our faith, the author gives hope and understanding to all that are suffering.  As we activate the Word in our life through faith, this is what will bring positive change.  Learn to frame your world through the Word of God.   
The book is an easy and quick read that will encourage believers to put on the mind of Christ, thus transforming their lives.  Keen interpretation and insight from the Scripture gives the reader a sound biblical perspective that not only works, but offers much needed encouragement and hope to those that are experiencing either a transition or life trial.  This book is an excellent and highly recommended read that ministers God’s absolute transforming power in the lives of His children to rebuild lives.   
You may get your copy of Wake Up the Word: How to Hold On and Rise Higher When All Hell Brea... in Kindle Edition at Amazon.

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Comment by CBM Christian Book Marketing on April 4, 2013 at 6:04pm
Realize the Power of Your Christian Identity is a compelling book that sheds light on who you are as a Christian and gives insight into living a victorious life in Christ.  Unveiling the power of who you are in Christ, author Julie Ngwbi, has written this book to instruct you to walk in the God-given purpose that you were created for.  Many, even Christians, experience identity crisis, not knowing who they are or what they were created for.  You have a rich inheritance in Christ, and you, as a Christian, are the temple of God.  Learn how to fulfill your potential to the fullest as you discover your purpose through this insightful biblical perspective on your identity as a Child of God.
In-depth and formed from personal experience, with rich teaching from Scripture, the author has developed this book to guide others into their destinies. 
As a young child growing up in Zimbabwe, Africa, the author grew up in poverty due to the death of her father at the age of eleven.  She assumed many responsibilities for the family as her mother struggled with different jobs to support the family.  She came to the Lord at a young age and has been transformed into a powerful ambassador for the Lord, ministering life in Christ to others.  The author’s hopes are that you will access the keys to living a purposeful and satisfying life through her book, while developing a deeper intimacy with the Lord as the realization of your purpose comes to fruition.   
Reading this book will transition you into a deeper, meaningful and purpose filled life -leading to victory in Christ in all areas of your life.  Be lifted higher and be encouraged through this thought provoking and inspiring book.
You may get your copy of Realize the Power of Your Christian Identity on Amazon, at the author's website Christian Idenity and at the author's blog.

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Comment by CBM Christian Book Marketing on April 4, 2013 at 6:03pm

Life is an Amazing Song by John Raikkonen is a triumphant life memoir of the author's journey as a young boy brought up in war-torn Finland during the Finnish-Russian War and his eventual experience being brought to America to find a better life. 

His story is unique, breathtaking, heartwarming and heartbreaking at the same time.  The author utilizes descriptive imagery and scenes that give each account life, bringing the reader right into his world.  This is a must-read for those that enjoy true-life stories involving history, drama, while intertwining the workings of Almighty God.  Truly an epic adventure that you will not soon forget!
Although heartbreaking and disturbing at times, the author has added humor into his portrayal of himself as a young boy on many occasions as he gives an account of his rambunctious cousin, Rake, who leads him into finding good "smoke." This unforgettable story of him showing young John how to smoke a shoestring at the tender age of four; well, you will laugh right along with him. 
His journey is spent between years with his grandparents in Finland, then to Sweden, and then opportunity knocked.  He was offered a chance to go to America – and he took it with his family's blessings.  You will learn of his trip on the SS United States and experience first-hand what it was like to be an immigrant landing in New York. 
This is book is a delightful read, one that will keep you interested.  The author keeps the reader's attention by his thoughtful penning of every scene in detail and you will know by the end of the book that every good gift that comes is from God.  Truly an enchanting and delightful journey that gives account of the tragedies and triumphs encountered through war and through a life well-lived.  One might think that this tale should be a movie in the making Lifes Amazing Song
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