Books and Giveaways

New Release: Echoes over Stormy Sea

I’m thrilled to share a piece of good news: This book, previously titled Echoes across the China Sea, was the Scrivenings Press 2024 GetPubbed contest winner in the historical fiction genre.

Watch the video: https://youtu.be/m56iI7QDk4Q

Special Promotion: Before 12/17, you can pre-order the eBook edition for a discounted price of $2.99. Here is the link: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DPGQ6TZP. For each pre-order, I’ll send a free ePUB version to a friend or colleague of your choice at no additional charge. Additionally, I’ll refund your purchase via PayPal or Venmo. Please send me your receipt along with the name and email address of the person you choose.

Next Raffle Event:

As a gesture of gratitude, I’m organizing a raffle where you have the chance to win one of three $50 Amazon gift cards. If you’d like to participate, please take a moment to review the following Q&A section.

Raffle Event Q&A:

1. When is the raffle event?

Answer: The draw is scheduled for 1/28/2025, with three winners listed on my website at www.ruthforchrist.com. I’ll confirm the winners’ email addresses and send out the $50 Amazon gift cards by email before 1/31/2025.

2. What are the odds of winning the raffle?

Answer: Since my reader list is relatively small, the chances of winning a gift card are high.

3. How do I participate in the raffle?

Answer:

• Leave a brief review (a few sentences will do) on Amazon.com and Goodreads.com for Echoes over Stormy Sea.
• Recommend the book to your book clubs.
• Share the book with your online community (e.g., Avid Readers of Christian Fiction on Facebook).
• Ask your local library to order a copy.
• Discuss the book with your friends.

It would be much appreciated if you could kindly send me a note (to ruth@ruthforchrist.com) about your activities (e.g., you’ve posted a review) before 1/27/2025. I’ll add your email to the draw.

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Ruth’s Fiction Books

*on Amazon:

Echoes over Stormy Sea (adventure): https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DPGQ6TZP (paperback: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DPHTQXHC)

Prestige of Hearts (contemporary romance): https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CV4FL3CH

Blazing China (family saga): https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CD9P49HW

Detour to Agape (contemporary romance): https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CD9P29GJ

The Way We Forgive (women’s fiction): https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BQ5LNLNB

Love at the Garden Tomb (contemporary romance): https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B8MK77WK

Center of Enigma (mystery): https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D9R2M134

Essence of Illusion (mystery): https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DFVPKW3N

Non-Fiction Books

*on Amazon:
Wander or not: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CXJ79MWF

Wander or not eBook in Chinese: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CXWH254B

Are Your Health and Finances Linked? (Nonfiction): https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BQ5JXFYY

Health and Finances eBook in Chinese: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CJT5K6DG

Health and Finances paperback with Chinese translation: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CK3MY2YC

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Free article about relationship

Fabrics: 7 Habits to a Better Relationship

F: Fight fair and square

A: Away just the two of you

B: Belong in a small group

R: Respect

I: Intimacy

C: Co-own more experiences, fewer things

S: Something extra

Researchers have done numerous studies in an attempt to figure out what contributes to happiness in a relationship. Still, many people struggle to establish strong bonds with their families. My husband is a retired pastor. We served together at three different churches from 1987 to 2020 and counseled quite a few couples. One question came up often. “We believe in love, but how can we make it last? Tell us your secrets.” After 40+ years of a happy marriage, here are some of my tips.

Try the FABRICS habits and let me know whether they help you.

If you are interested in receiving the full article, please drop Ruth a note.

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Free Christian bookmarks

The bookmarks are embedded in articles (e.g., see “THINK: Your words matter” under Blog – previous articles). Per your request, I’ll pay the shipping fee (US only).

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