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Scavenger Hunt Stop #32

 

 

Follow the clues for a Chance to Win a Kindle Fire HDX or 30+ novels

Screenshot 2014-10-16 19.38.17Welcome to the Autumn 2014 Scavenger Hunt. You have arrived at Stop #32. The hunt begins at noon (Mountain Time Zone) on October 17, 2014. You may have arrived here before the start which could mean all of the sites aren’t ready quite yet. Once the official start has begun, you should go to Stop #1 and then work your way through the sites, gathering clues and entering bonus giveaways, until you reach the final stop which will also be on the site of Robin Lee Hatcher.

The hunt ends on Sunday, October 19, 2014 at one minute before midnight (Mountain). That means you have all of the weekend to finish it, so take your time. Enjoy reading the exclusive content the authors have prepared for you. You will collect a CLUE IN RED at each stop. Write them down as you go. At the end of the hunt, you will enter the clues into a Rafflecopter form. (The answer will make sense, even if you aren’t familiar with the quote.)

The hunt is open to international entries. The grand prize is a Kindle Fire HDX. Two runners-up will receive a new release from each of the participating authors.

IN CASE YOU FIND A BROKEN LINK…

Robin Lee Hatcher has prepared a “cheat sheet” with direct links to each author’s post in case a site goes down or a link gets broken. We hope there will be no such issues, but just in case, please make note of the URL for the Participating Authors & Stops page so you can check back and be able to complete the hunt.

And now for the Hunt!
For my turn during this Scavenger Hunt, I’m happy to present best-selling author Susan Sleeman, her favorite Christmas memory, and an introduction of her newest book, Silent Night Standoff.

MY FAVORITE CHRISTMAS MEMORY

I have two Christmas books releasing this year so my mind is already on Christmas and the many wonderful memories of Christmas’s past. Our family, like many of you, have traditions we keep each Christmas and we don’t often stray from them.

However, when we were planning a move from Orlando back to Oregon, our oldest daughter thought it a perfect time for a visit so we could all go to Disney World. What could be more fun that taking your four year old grandson to Disney so we gladly agreed.

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We were able to get tickets for the much sought after Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party. The event starts after the park closes for the day and tickets are limited so there is never a line for the rides. Bonus!

The entire park is lit up with amazing colors, there’s a special parade, incredible fireworks, and it even snows on Main Street. Oddly enough, the usual balmy Florida weather took a dive and we were bundled up to keep warm. It felt like snow was really falling from the sky.

 

 

Watching our grandson’s face light up at the fireworks, marvel at the parade was a priceless experience. I’ll especially remember the look of awe when we walked under Cinderella’s castle as it changed colors. Such an amazingly beautiful sight. Don’t you agree?

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So what about you? What is your favorite Christmas memory?

 

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SUSAN SLEEMAN is a best-selling author of inspirational and clean read romantic suspense books. Awards include Thread of Suspicion-2013 Romantic Times Reviewers Choice Best Book Award, No Way Out-2014 Daphne du Maurier Award for Excellence finalist, and The Christmas Witness-2012 Daphne du Maurier Award for Excellence finalist. In addition to writing, Susan also hosts the popular website TheSuspenseZone.com.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Silent Night Standoff
Sleeman_CoverHOSTAGE SITUATION-When armed robbers strike her bank, hostage negotiator Skyler Brennan’s life is on the line. Rescue comes from the last person she thought she could count on the ex-boyfriend who chose his job over their relationship. FBI agent Logan Hunter knows how much is resting on this case. The promotion of his dreams and the safety of the woman he’s never been able to forget. But when an unexpected twist in the case pulls Logan in two separate directions, he’ll have to make an impossible choice. Will he manage to have it all by Christmas a career and love or will he lose them both? First Responders: Brave men and women alert and ready for danger and love.

Silent Night Standoff is available everywhere, including these fine online retailers:

 

Amazon

Christianbook.com

 

 

“Terms and conditions: ONE entry per person. If we find you’ve registered under separate IDs, you’ll be disqualified. Please, be HONEST. Because, you know, Jesus would WANT you to be. If you’re an international winner, your prize will be the equivalent of what we’re offering in the USA in terms of USD$$, based on that day’s exchange rate, and what we can figure out in terms of online options (ex. Apple in Australia, etc.). If the Kindle Fire HDX is more expensive in your country than it is in the USA ($269 USD), we shall give you an Amazon gift card for the equivalent of the USD value. International runners-up winners will receive most of their books via Book Depository, and therefore, they cannot be autographed—sorry. The giveaway is open to those who are ages 15-17 with a parent or guardian’s permission and to those who are 18 and above.”

 

The Scavenger Hunt Skinny

Thanks so much for stopping by my site and participating in the new Christian Fiction Scavenger Hunt. Before you move on to Stop #33, which is Susan Sleeman’s site, to pick up your next clue, be sure to write down this Stop #32 clue: SOME TO BE CHEWED

Also, please note: Many of the authors use Rafflecopter for their giveaways. Rafflecopter requires JavaScript to work. If you can’t see the form, please turn JavaScript on in your browser in order to enter. Rafflecopter sometimes doesn’t work on mobile devices. If you are on a mobile device and can’t see the entry form, then you’ll need to find a computer.

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But Before You Go

And now some info for my own little giveaway! First, let me thank you for participating in this Scavenger Hunt. I know they’re lots of fun, especially with added bonus chances along the way.

For my Giveaway, available only here on my blog, I’ll be awarding one winner my favorite gift, a tear bottle.

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What’s a tear bottle? You might think this looks a bit like a fancy perfume bottle, and of course technically you’d be right. But for a long time, I’ve loved the verse in Psalms that reminds us we’re so precious to God that He keeps track of our tears. (Psalm 56:8) And so, since the Psalmist drew such a lovely image of God putting our tears in a bottle, I want to remind everyone that though we won’t escape tears in this life, we can rest in the knowledge of God’s love for us.

Please enter my contest below. This is in addition to the Scavenger Hunt entries that are collected on Robin’s site!
a Rafflecopter giveaway

 

 

 

Comments

  1. That is just so precious a reminder, thanks for this opportunity to win something like this!

  7. Thank you for being a part of the hunt! The tear bottle would be a lovely reminder that God is collecting our tears in His bottle in Heaven.

  8. Thank you so much for participating in the Scavenger Hunt and for the chance to win this lovely tear bottle!

  9. I love the “tear bottle’ thing as well, so its a perfect gift!! God bless you as you write!!

    • I’m checking on that, Emilee, but I thought you could just enter your email address (to be used only by me, if I send a newsletter in the future, but not shared anywhere).

      • I also would love to win that beautiful reminder of God’s love, but don’t have Facebook.

        • My apologies to everyone who wasn’t able to enter because they don’t use Facebook – I’ve added the option to leave a comment and be included in this raffle, so that should cover those who don’t use Facebook. If I were more technologically savvy I’d have figured this out sooner, but alas, it’s me . . .

  14. As someone whose tear ducts were non functioning until a recent miracle that enables very limited functionality, the idea of God capturing our tears is a fascination to me. He has been selective with the tears He has given me, so I doubt not that He attaches spiritual significance to each one!

  16. I loved learning about you and especially the tear bottle. I went to Psalms 56:8 to read about the Lord catching our tears. It was a wonderful thing to learn.

  19. You are a new-to-me author. Look forward to reading some of your work. The tear bottle is beautiful. I could see it sitting my character Adeline’s dressing tables after her husband dies in an act of revenge for a crime he could not have prevented from happening as the US Ambassador to Spain. Keep writing.

  20. I am meeting some new authors on this scavenger hunt as well as catching up with some “old friends”. Thank you for being part of it.

  22. Enjoying the hunt so far haven’t really found new authors but I am enjoying learning about the ones I know.

  24. There are several new to me authors on this scavenger hunt. I’ve heard of most of them there are quite a few whose books I haven’t read. I’m finding more to put on my “want to read” list though! Thanks for offering this beautiful tear bottle. It’s a lovely reminder of God’s love for us.

  25. Yes, I have discovered a couple of New authors and always discover new books with the authors I know. Thank you for participating in this scavenger hunt.

  27. Yes, I’m finding so many new authors – and rediscovering authors I forgot to follow up on from the last scavenger hunt! 🙂

  28. absolutely found a few more authors but also some i have read in the past but did not know they had a new book out. makes by TBR list even bigger

  29. It is very nice to know that God collects all our tears. It brings me peace to know that while I am suffering and going through difficulties God is taking care of me and that even though things seem impossible for me, I know that because of His power, to Him nothing is impossible. Thanks for the giveaway! 🙂

  32. I have discovered many new authors but most are “old friends” through their books that I have been reading for years. Love the beautiful bottle and that verse you quoted about God keeping our tears in a bottle.

  33. Thank you for being a part of this scavenger hunt. So many new authers i will need to check out. And the tear bottle is beautiful!

  35. I have discovered many new authors on this scavenger hunt. Have never done this before. It has been a fun experience and has also heightened my desire to read more. Thank you for the opportunity to sign up for your Tear Bottle gift. I have shed many tears lately. This would be a wonderful way to remember that we are always loved.

  36. I have ‘met’ many new authors on this tour….I think my library will need more shelves now!

    I LOVE the tear bottle, I needed one when my daughter moved out in August!

  37. I’m finding so many new authors and many new books to put on my want to read list! What a fun way to spend a couple of evenings.

  38. I think one of the reasons I enjoy the scavenger hunts is the chance to discover new authors. I’m also trying to expand away from reading mainly historical romances and this gives me a glimpse at other sub-genres that I might like to read.

  39. Of course I am! Several of my “friends” from last year’s Scavenger Hunt announced this one and I thought I might just sit it out, but no, I couldn’t resist! I love reading about the author’s lives and inspirations!

  40. Thank you so much for participating in the scavenger hunt! I love them because I discover new authors and books!

  41. I love finding all these new authors with such interesting stories. Now I have to find time to read all of their books.

  43. Oh yes. I am discovering so many new authors in this blog hop scavenger hunt. Wow. I have so many books I want to read added to my to read list. I am like a kid in a candy store . This is so much fun. Thank you for the opportunity and your gernerosity in donating items to the scavenger hunt.

  44. Thanks so much for the giveaway!!! I love to read all the new fiction books that are coming out.

  49. I once heard a speaker talk about how God collects our tears so I think the tear bottle is great! And I am loving learning about new authors because of this scavenger hunt!

  52. I have discovered a few new authors that I didn’t know anything about. Most of them this time are writers for Love Inspired which I’ve seen in the store on occasion.

  53. Yes!! I am discovering LOTS of new authors!! It is so much fun!! I have a list of authors whose books I’d like to try out!! Thanks so much!!

  54. Yes, I have found several new authors I have added to my list to try. That bottle is beautiful.

  55. Love your books, Maureen! Haven’t read them all yet, they’re on my list. Thanks for the scavenger hunt. I’m passing on the giveaway, but the tear bottle is a beautiful idea.

  59. Hi Maureen!

    Yes, I am discovering many new authors and you are one of them! I just have to say to that your description of the tear bottle brought tears to my eyes. I’ve been really struggling on and off more than usual for the last year and your words touched me. I like that thought from Psalms.
    Thank you for introducing Susan (she rocks!) and for the bonus giveaway as well. I look forward to reading books written by you.
    Happy Sunday to you and yours!
    ~Mippy/Sabrina 🙂

  60. I have found new authors on this hunt. I am looking forward to getting their books! Thanx for the giveaway. The tear bottle is such a gorgeous reminder of God’s love for us.

  63. There are several “new to me authors” but also some that I’ve heard of, but have never read their books (such as Carrie Turansky) whose books I’ve put on my “to read” list!

    –The Artist Librarian

  64. I’ve added so many wonderful authors to me “to-read” list on Goodreads! I’m happy to be adding yours to that shelf. 🙂

  65. Maureen, I am indeed discovering new authors this year. I was especially intrigued by the premise of The Prayer Box and The Story Keeper by Lisa Wingate. Both those books sound like they’re right up my alley.

    That tear bottle is gorgeous! Would love to win, but I hope whoever wins it enjoys it. 🙂

    Blessings,
    Andrea
    writingtoinspire.blogspot.com

  66. I have enjoyed the scavenger hunt. Thanks for an opportunity to win the tear bottle.

  67. I have discovered many new authors and happy about it. I tend to stay with the same authors so it is a gift to learn of so many more I would enjoy reading.

    Thank You for your giveaway 🙂

  71. thanks so much for the giveaways! am having fun getting to know new authors
    and finding out about great books!

  74. I love scavenger hunts. I love finding new books for my TBR pile!! And new authors to explore. Thank you for your time.

  76. Hi Susan, nearing the end of the hunt and hate to see it end have met so many authors in one spot…love to read and this is a joy to check each site. I love your little tear bottle giveaway, I have a neice that collects items like this and know she would love to have this. Hope I win for her.
    thanks for sharing on the hunt…

  78. Thank you for wonderful prize! I have met a lot of new to me authors and look forward to reading their books!

  79. This hunt has been wonderful. I was just wondering the other day about how I could find out about more Christian authors and this has introduced me to a lot!

  80. I am being introduced to many new authors! Can’t wait to read some of these new authors!

  83. Yes, I am discovering many new authors, which is both good (cause I love reading) and bad (cause I can’t buy every book I find on these hunts)! And I adore your special prize. That verse is special to me as well, and comforting.

  84. I have enjoyed reading about the different authors and I now have more books on my want to read list. 🙂 thanks for sharing about your trip to Disney World with your grandson.

  85. This is a great way to learn about different Christian authors, thank you all for participating! Love the Tear Bottle and how it reminds of the verse! Beautiful…

  86. I have immensely enjoyed this scavenger hunt and learning about so many gifted authors.

  88. YES, my ‘to be read’ pile is going to grow in leaps and bounds after this hunt is done. But of course I can’t wait to start on all these new to me and authors I have already known books. 🙂

  89. Yes, I have discovered new authors through this contest, which is one reason why I love it!

  90. I especially enjoyed learning about Susan Sleeman since she is a Suspense/Romance writer. That is just about my favorite type of Christian fiction to read. (And that is all I read, by the way in the way of fiction. Thank you for this opportunity.

  92. Yes, discovering a few new authors. One really great thing happened with a new genre . . .dystopian. . . sort of syfi in genre. One author, Jill Williamson, explained why she wrote one of her books the way she did and it just made such sense to me. I shy away from those books because I perceived them as scary or over my head. So excited about that new understanding!!! Thank you so much for doing this! This is my third and it is a little long for me to do (Fall Festival Weekend at church/grand opening of our new building at church-sooo great!) this weekend. But just persevering and loving every minute.

  95. Yes I have discovered quite a few new authors and can’t wait to check them out!! Thanks for the chance to win!!

  97. Yes, I am meeting new authors…and my “to read” list is growing!!

    I absolutely love your thoughts on the tear bottle. Reading that Psalm would have never made me think of a bottle. My first thought was a typewritten list! haha I now want to really win this bottle to remind me of that Psalm! (If I don’t win, I think I will have to go out and get myself one!!)

  98. This has been so exciting – my girlfriends and I love to read, and now I have more authors’ works to share!

  100. Yes. I am an Historical Fiction reader primarily ~ fun to see other genres by authors new to me. Thank you for being a part of this scavenger hunt. So fun! Kathleen ~ Lane Hill House

    And… my favorite Christmas memory ~ I woke my older sister up to show her my beautiful short-sleeved light turquoise sweater with the small pearlized buttons and my very first yellow-haired doll. She and her family had traveled long to reach our winter home and… looking back, she had picked them out for me!

  101. Hi Maureen! One of the greatest things about the scavenger hunt is finding new writers! I I did not know about Carolyne Aarsen, Martha Rogers and Missy Tippens before the hunt, but I will definitely be on the lookout for their books in the future. 🙂 Have a Blessed day!

  104. Thank you for this giveaway! I’ve found some new authors and have refreshed some names on my “To Read” list. I’m not sure what my favorite Christmas memory would be; probably just our extended family gatherings in general.

  106. I am so enjoying this opportunity to meet all of the new authors on this scavenger hunt. Really nice to meet you.

  107. I am so excited about this scavenger hunt and all the new authors I am finding! Can’t wait to read some of their books. I love your tear bottle…that is one of my all time favorite verses because of all the tears I’ve shed. God’s assurance that he not only sees them, but remembers and treasures them is something I’ve clung to for a long time.

  110. I have discovered new authors and rediscovered some I had “lost touch’ with. Thank you for participating in this Scavenger Hunt!

  111. What a beautiful giveaway! I am discovering many new interesting authors thanks to this scavenger hunt! 🙂 Thank you!

  112. I worked several years under the direction of the Sisters of The Franciscan Order of Friars of today. They were a great group of people. This has been an exciting scavenger hunt and although my eyes are dimming I have loved every minute of the hunt. Thank you for playing a part og this game.

  113. What a beautiful gift–a tear bottle. Thank you for being a part of the scavenger Hunt. I don’t think I have ever heard of you before. I live on the east coast of Florida and went to the Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party and saw the palace all lit up. Will never forget seeing Disney World at Christmas with all its lights.

  114. Loving this scavenger hunt! This is my first one. I am discovering many new authors. I love the tear bottle. That has always been one of my favorite verses!
    blessings,
    Gay Idle/CaptiveHeart

  117. I love this scavenger hunt! I”ve discovered several new authors and was reminded of others I’ve not followed lately but enjoyed. Thanks for participating and for sharing this amazing prize.

  121. Yes, every time I participate in a scavenger hunt I find new authors to enjoy. Thank you for the tear bottle offer. That has always been one of my favorite verses too.

  124. What a great way to be introduced to new-to-me authors! Also, time to consider expanding my reading genre preferences. Thank you for the giveaway!

  125. Love this scavenger hunt! It is our first one and we are so interested in these authors and can’t wait to delve into these new series.

  129. YES!!! I’ve discovered new authors! And new books 🙂 My goodreads account has been busy! 🙂 Love these hunts!

  132. Having such a good time with the scavenger hunt. Finding new authors that I did know know and looking forward to reading a lot of their novels!

  133. Maureen, yes! I love the Scavenger Hunts because not only do I get to see some of my favorite authors, but I get to meet new ones and find new books to read. Love the idea behind the tear bottle. What a great reminder of how much God loves us. Thank you for your participation in the Scavenger Hunt. 🙂

  135. This is a beautiful gift . I would love to win it. And, yes I met a few new authors. It has been fun.
    Maxie > mac262(at)me(dot)com <

  137. Yes the hunt has many great authors. I’ve a list that keeps getting longer and longer.

  138. What a lovely reminder! As a fairly recent widow, this verse has been very special to me. I look forward to reading your books now I have been introduced to your work.

  143. It’s a beautiful bottle. This is the first time I’ve come across you, and look forward to looking into your books.

  144. I have found several new authors that I can’t wait to devour their books. I love these scavenger hunts. You find so many new books to read and authors to follow.

  145. I most definitely am meeting new authors – like Susan – during this hunt. 🙂 Can’t wait to read the books now.

  146. Beautiful bottle! Yes, I’ve met a few new authors this time but in previous times, lots! 🙂

  147. Thank you for your contribution to the scavenger hunt, Maureen!! I’ve enjoyed learning more about your writing and other new – to me – authors!!

    bonnieroof60(at)yahoo(dot)com

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