Book 3 of the Southern Hearts Series, Tackling the Fields, will likely release early so that it will be available at the Lemuria Signing, August 13th, and the Mississippi Book Festival in August. I must warn you, though, that this is a story I didn’t want to write, but felt called to tackle. The loss of the dream, the loss of innocence, and life’s other unfair struggles can challenge our faith—can make us captive to fear and disappointment. The sensitive topics in this story seemed particularly sad, but relevant in our society. Trust me, I didn’t prefer to research acquaintance/date rape or human trafficking, but both are going on all too often in communities both small and large. There are a number of organizations set up to help victims of these crimes if you feel a calling to help. Also, the story is about football. In the South, we love football. In writing this book, I’m not trying to make a statement for or against the sport. My husband and son loved playing the game. After my son suffered a torn ACL, torn shoulder labrum, and four surgeries, he could no longer participate in the game he loved. He mourned the loss of the brotherhood of his team. I saw the popular pastime differently from his eyes. For young men, I believe it is a bond between friends for a common goal. Though the character in this book is totally fictional, I’m dedicating this book to my son, Luke. Some who read this story may have had something terrible that happened in their past or may know someone who has. God is able to set free the captives, set you free from the bonds that hold you. My prayer is that you find comfort in that truth. P.S. I promise that book 4 will be lighter. For example, there's a hairless cat named Mr. Darcy. Happenings
I'm on a blog tour that offers prizes this week. ($50 Amazon gift card, $25 Amazon gift card, signed copy of books...) The winner may as well be you. Enter here if you want. http://www.celebratelit.com/going-up-south-celebration-tour/ Just scroll down until you see me. I'll also be in Starkville, Laurel, and Mendenhall in the next week or two, and I don't know many people in those places. If you live nearby, come say hello, or if you know someone who lives nearby, ask them to come say hello. :) Jul 16, 2016 11:00 AM Starkville, MS Book Mart Jul 18, 2016 5:00 PM MENDENHALL, MS Mendenhall Public Library Jul 23, 2016 2:00 PM Laurel, MS Jitters Coffeehouse and Bookstore Aug 13, 2016 1:00 PM Jackson, Mississippi Lemuria Books Aug 20, 2016 JACKSON, MS Mississippi Book Festival
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Jackie Layton
7/14/2016 03:09:02 am
Jitters Coffee House and Bookstore? What a great name!
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J
7/14/2016 05:58:41 am
Thank you, Jackie! You've been such a blessing and encourager! I've never been to Jitters, so I'm looking forward to it!
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Janet Ferguson
7/14/2016 09:12:52 am
Not sure how I managed to comment as J. But it is actually me!
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Melissa
7/14/2016 06:07:16 am
I want to read this story. Thank you for sharing about the story.
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Janet Ferguson
7/14/2016 09:12:01 am
Thank you, Melissa! It won't be long now!
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Lisa cantrell
7/14/2016 06:28:31 am
I am so proud of you and can't wait to see you at lemuria!
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Janet Ferguson
7/14/2016 09:13:51 am
Thank you, Lisa! You've been an encourager all along, too! Glad you are coming to Lemuria!
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Kaliey
7/15/2017 01:33:19 pm
Will you have Grant & Em story as well as B story ? I hope so...
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Janet Ferguson
7/15/2017 04:06:40 pm
Hi Kailey! I'm getting quite a few request for their story. It is brewing in my mind, and I hope to write it in the future. Where I feel led to take the story is tricky, so I'm writing some other stories first, praying about it. Thank you for asking!
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