Maggie's Strength ~ Kimberly Grist ~ Giveaway

It's Wahoo Wednesday! Please welcome author Kimberly Grist and learn about her New Release– Maggie’s Strength.

 
(There's a giveaway involved, too. Scroll down for details.)

Hi, Kimberly, tell us about this book ... and something about yourself.

 

Hey y’all. I’m so happy to join you here on Whispers in Purple with Peggy to share my newest release. In my first novel Rebecca's Hope, I introduced colorful characters and innovative young women in a western town in the late 19th century. Maggie’s Strength is a continuation of the story about a petite young woman ahead of her time.

She's had a wonderful childhood and enjoyed spending time with her father and five brothers and is happiest working in the smithy with them. A competent cook and housekeeper, as a favor to the local doctor, she moves in to assist his wife who is struggling to recuperate from a bout of pneumonia.

A tomboy at heart, she ignores her mother's pleas to dress more appropriately. Until the son returns. A recent graduate of medical school, although handsome, the young doctor is stoic and obviously put out that his father has hired her to help his mother recuperate. Sparks fly and suddenly for the first time Maggie is concerned more about how she is perceived by others, especially the young doctor? The question is why?

 Maggie draws on unrelenting strength where iron sharpens iron—a lesson straight from the blacksmith’s shop—forging an unexpected result of the romantic kind.

Although most blacksmiths were men, in my new release, Maggie is a pint-sized young woman who enjoys working alongside her father and brothers in the forge. She enjoys adding a bit of whimsy to the practical and useful pieces. While researching her character I was inspired by several hand forged items that in my imagination would have been exactly the types of items our heroine would have crafted. (Peg here ... I found a few to add, Kimberly. Hope you don't mind.)

 About Kimberly:

I’ve enjoyed writing since I was a young girl, however, I began writing my first novel in 2017. Inspired by so many things life has to offer including traumatic events one of which includes our oldest son’s diagnosis of cancer I find it especially gratifying to write a happy ending. “Suffering is, of course, is my least favorite thing. My objective is not to discuss my struggles specifically but to combine a love of history with biblical principles to produce a clean historical Christian romance, that shows how God uses adversity for our good in ways we may never expect.”

Connect with Kimberly:

Facebook:  www.facebook.com/FaithFunandFriends/

Twitter: www.twitter.com/GristKimberly

Amazon Author Page: www.amazon.com/Kimberly-Grist/e/B07H2NTJ71

Website: https://kimberlygrist.com/

About the Giveaway:
Kimberly is offering to give away a copy of Maggie’s Strength to one reader who leaves a comment below. Winner's choice: print (US Only) or eBook Please leave your name and contact information (e.g: you(at)123XYZ(dot)com) so we can let you know if you're the winner. Giveaway ends one week from today on July 24 at Midnight, CDT.  Winner will be drawn on Friday and notified via email. Thanks for entering!

Thanks so much for being my guest today, Kmberly. I like Maggie's spunk.

Rebecca's Hope ~ Kimberly Grist ~ Part II ~ Timeless Thursday ~ Giveaway

Dream Big, Spread Joy 

with Kimberly Grist

I was recently asked an interesting question. What inspires you? Without really giving it thought, I answered jokingly, coffee and chocolate. My husband can attest that I am not a morning person, so it is true the thought of a good cup of joe motivates me when the annoying sound of the alarm clock doesn’t. I probably don’t even need to explain the magnetic force of chocolate.

But what really inspires me is everyday people who overcome obstacles with grace and dignity. My seven-year-old nieces' artwork sums it up nicely, Dream Big, Spread Joy. Although her spelling may not be her strong suit yet, Ali is inspiring, witty, artistic, has an amazing vocabulary and prays so fervently, she causes chills to run up and down my arm. Like many precocious children,  you never know what Ali will say next. She is an exceptional young lady, a force to be reckoned with and I am a better person for knowing her. She is also legally blind. 

In my personal life, I wear so many hats working inside and outside the home. I work hard, try harder and then begin again the next day. Despite my best efforts, sometimes life just stinks. Bad things happen, and I need and want an outlet, an opportunity to relax and escape to a place where obstacles are met and overcome. I want to hear Good News. That is why I wrote Rebecca's Hope.

Rebecca’s Hope:

Raised by her guardian and influenced by the mostly male population of Carrie Town Texas, Rebecca benefited from a forward-thinking, unorthodox education not typical for a young woman in the late Nineteenth century.

As an adult, she is armed with skills that most would covet, yet she lives in a boarding house, works as a waitress and struggles financially. Most single women in the area didn't stay single long. Most, but not her. The one man she had said yes to was dragging his feet. The townspeople all agree she needs a husband. Even the young girls in her Sunday School Class have taken action by writing an ad for the paper.

Wanted: Husband for Rebecca Mueller. **Must be handsome, nice, like children, and live within walking distance of Carrie Town School.

Will her circumstances change and allow her to hold out for true love?

Fans of historical romance set in late 19th-century will enjoy this beautiful story of love and forgiveness. As the unfortunate circumstances of Rebecca's childhood are revealed, we discover a heroine who is both resilient and kind. Rebecca and Sam's love story will have readers rooting for their happy ending.

Combining history, humor, and romance with an emphasis on faith, friends, and good clean fun, Rebecca’s Hope is a delightful tale of courage and reminds us how God uses adversity to strengthen us and draw us closer to Him.

Purchase links:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07H2KDG2Z/

About Kimberly:

I am married to my high school sweetheart, Nelson, who is a pastor in Griffin, Georgia. We have three adult sons, one with Down syndrome, and share a passion for encouraging others with family members who have special needs. I feel called to share experiences both good and bad in an effort to inspire others and offer hope. I tend to be a perfectionist and am forever trying to add or change things to make it better. The unfortunate side of being creative in this respect is not always positive. Often my attempts fail, and my life ends up resembling an old episode, of I Love Lucy.

I've enjoyed writing since I was a young girl; however, I began writing my first novel in 2017. Inspired by so many things life has to offer including traumatic events one of which includes our oldest son's diagnosis of cancer I find it especially gratifying to write a happy ending. "Suffering is, of course, is my least favorite thing. My objective is not to discuss my struggles specifically but to combine a love of history with biblical principles to produce a clean historical Christian romance, that shows how God uses adversity for our good in ways we may never expect."

Connect with Kimberly:

Facebook:  www.facebook.com/FaithFunandFriends/

Twitter: www.twitter.com/GristKimberly

Amazon Author Page: www.amazon.com/Kimberly-Grist/e/B07H2NTJ71

Website: https://kimberlygrist.com/

About the Giveaway:
Kimberly is offering to give away a copy of Rebecca's Hope to one reader who leaves a comment below. Winner's choice: eBook or print (US Only) Please leave your name and contact information (e.g: you(at)123XYZ(sot)com) so we can let you know if you're the winner. Giveaway ends one week from today on January 10 at Midnight, CST.  Winner will be drawn on Friday and notified via email. Thanks for entering!

Lois's Risk ~ Kimberly Grist ~ Part I

Faith, Friends and Good Clean Fun 

with Kimberly Grist

 ^“ He has shown you, O man, what is good; And what does the Lord require of you
But to do justly, To love mercy, And to walk humbly with your God?”

Micah 6:8 New King James Version [NKJV]

I’ve enjoyed writing since I was a young girl, however, I began writing my first novel in 2017. Inspired by so many things life has to offer including traumatic events one of which includes our oldest son’s diagnosis of cancer I find it especially gratifying to write a happy ending. “Suffering is, of course, is my least favorite thing. My objective is not to discuss my struggles specifically but to combine a love of history with biblical principles to produce a clean historical Christian romance, that shows how God uses adversity for our good in ways we may never expect.”

In my first novel Rebecca's Hope, I introduced colorful characters and innovative young women in a western town in the late 19th century. Lois's Risk is a continuation of the tale based on Rebecca's friend and dress shop owner, Lois Weaver.

Like many women of the time, she has been schooled to be proper, lady-like, honest, to clean, sew and cook so at the appropriate age she would marry. As an adult, she surpassed her father's expectations with her skills and beauty only to shatter them when she opens a dress shop. She's worked hard making a success of her business. Now the handsome bank owner has come calling. So why isn't she happy? Moreover, why can't forget about a certain farmer with big brown eyes? Daniel Lawrence, former Texas Ranger, gained immense satisfaction when he purchased his farm and livestock. His new way of life is not only a means to make a living but adds a sense of fulfillment. The only thing lacking is a wife and family. He is just shy of proposing when a family tragedy forces him to open his home to his grieving sister and her niece. How could he bring a new wife home to this? Lois is heartbroken because Daniel is ignoring her. Can she go against the 19th-century rules of how a woman should behave and have the courage to tell Daniel how she feels? Combining history, humor, and romance with an emphasis on faith, friends, and good clean fun, fans of historical romance set in late 19th-century will enjoy Lois's Risk a delightful tale of courage and reminds us how God uses adversity to strengthen us and draw us closer to Him. Lois’s Risk is available to read for free on Kindle Unlimited. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07LDDHVQV
About Kimberly:
I am married to my high school sweetheart, Nelson, who is a pastor in Griffin, Georgia. We have three adult sons, one with Down syndrome, and share a passion for encouraging others with family members who have special needs. I feel called to share experiences both good and bad in an effort to inspire others and offer hope. I tend to be a perfectionist and am forever trying to add or change things to make it better. The unfortunate side of being creative in this respect is not always positive. Often my attempts fail, and my life ends up resembling an old episode, of I Love Lucy.

I believe you should come away refreshed and inspired after reading a book. In my personal life, I wear so many hats working inside and outside the home. I work hard, try harder and then begin again the next day. Despite my best efforts, sometimes life just stinks. Bad things happen. I need and want an outlet, an opportunity to relax and escape to a place where obstacles are met and overcome. I want to hear Good News. My stories are written to remind us how God uses adversity to strengthen us and draw us closer to Him. 

Connect with Kimberly:

Facebook:  www.facebook.com/FaithFunandFriends/   

Twitter: www.twitter.com/GristKimberly    

Amazon Author Page: www.amazon.com/Kimberly-Grist/e/B07H2NTJ71   

Website: https://kimberlygrist.com/