 Author Lynne Hartke She walked toward me at the close of my presentation. As I listened to bits of her story, my heart connected to hers in a unique way. We met for lunch. She talked of her love for writing. Taking an intentional step, she started a blog that went international. To say that Lynne Hartke has the God-given gift of written story is like saying Arizona is hot in the summer! Consequently, it gives me joy to introduce you to her first published book, Under a Desert Sky: Redefining Hope, Beauty, and Faith in the Hardest Places. You will be powerfully impacted by what you read. I promise! To win a FREE copy of Under a Desert Sky, leave a comment below. I love these following quotes from Lynne's book. Perhaps they will resonate with you as well.  I need and want to hold this truth close right now: He has not forgotten me! He's not forgotten you, either!  Yes, it is good to be strong in the midst of hardship, pain, and disappointment. But sadly, we can push that strength to extreme when we believe we must do it all alone. Lynne discovered that living this way is "stupid strong." I rather agree. It's not sensible to leave out God and those who love us; we were made for community.  Believing this truth can release you and me from the exhausting "trying too hard to make it all just right" mentality! Ahhhh.  Always striving for more can be exhausting. Yet, accepting our limited reality can be freeing. More will indeed come... When we spend eternity with our Creator, Savior, and Lord. That is my ultimate hope. How about you?  Leave a comment by May 25, 2017, and you will be entered into a drawing to win a FREE copy of Under a Desert Sky!
18 Comments
JC Webb
5/11/2017 04:41:50 pm
I hope you comment and put your name in the drawing to WIN a FREE copy of Under a Desert Sky. You can also purchase Lynne's book from Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/Under-Desert-Sky-Redefining-Hardest/dp/0800727746/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1494546074&sr=8-1 5/12/2017 12:22:42 pm
Would love to receive a copy of Under a Desert Sky. Will be praying for Lynne and the success of her book. Love reading faith stories.
Joan C Webb
5/13/2017 12:49:29 pm
Thank you for sharing, Dana. You are entered to win a free copy of Lynne's new book! Thanks for your prayers.
Glenda Shackelford
5/12/2017 07:42:36 am
Such life, hope and promise is found in Lynne's book Under a Desert Sky. Get a copy for yourself, a friend or someone you encounter that might need a word of hope or encouragement no matter the circumstance. The message of the book is like a refreshing waterfall.
Joan C Webb
5/12/2017 09:08:02 am
Hi Glenda, thanks for your affirming comments about Lynne's book. I agree. And you are now entered into the drawing for a free copy of Under a Desert Sky to give away to someone you care about. :-) Thanks for entering.
Lindy J Combs
5/12/2017 10:31:03 am
Hey, looks like some real nuggets here. I wanna read more. Glad I am in the drawing!
Joan C Webb
5/13/2017 12:50:13 pm
Thanks for your comment, Lindy! You will love this book! You're in the drawing!
Myrllis Aycock
5/13/2017 06:54:11 am
I would love to read this book Joan!
Joan C Webb
5/13/2017 12:51:08 pm
Hi Myrillis! Thanks for entering. I know you'd love reading Lynne's new book. 5/13/2017 08:15:20 am
Oh my, Joan! Just started reading this book on my Kindle. What an incredible writer ;). Three chapters in and I'm already hooked!
Joan C Webb
5/13/2017 12:52:43 pm
Oh, Hi, Tina! So you're 3 chapters in and feeling the pull to keep going. That is cool. I knew you'd like it. I look forward to hearing the stories and parts that have touched you. Now you're entered to win another book that you can give away! :-)
Patty Brock
5/17/2017 01:56:51 pm
Congrats to Your friend, Lynne,on her book!! Special of you to help promote it! Looks like some good words!
Joan C Webb
5/22/2017 07:53:22 am
Yes, Patty, this is a beautifully written and inspiring book. You're entered into the drawing. :-)
Annika Rasmussen
5/19/2017 01:33:36 pm
Sounds like a wonderful book! Thanks for entering me into the contest!
Joan C Webb
5/22/2017 07:54:17 am
You're welcome, Annika. Thanks for commenting! Have a great week.
Sue Wilbur
5/25/2017 09:02:16 am
I have the perfect person to give this to - after I read it, of course!
Joan C Webb
5/25/2017 05:45:55 pm
You're entered into the drawing, Sue! Thanks for stepping by.
Joan C Webb
5/25/2017 07:00:51 pm
I just put all your names into a hat and reached in to draw out a winner. And CONGRATULATIONS to you, Sue Wilbur! You won the signed copy of Under a Desert Sky by Lynne Hartke. I'll be in touch with you about how to mail it to you. Thank you to everyone who commented. I hope you can get and read the book. You will be moved and inspired. Leave a Reply. |
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