Thanks so much for sharing our birthday month with us!
We had a blast and hope you did too!
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The winner of the BIG BIRTHDAY GIVEAWAY, A Fire with Alexa is....
SHERRI SHACKELFORD!!!
And a final birthday picture. This from Patti Jo Moore's cats!
SHERRI SHACKELFORD!!!
And a final birthday picture. This from Patti Jo Moore's cats!
If you are not familiar with our giveaway rules, take a minute to read them here. It keeps us all happy! All winners should send their name, address, and phone number to claim prizes. Send to Seekers@Seekerville.net
Please note that December 29th, 2017 our email address changes to seekerville2@gmail.com. Update your address books!
The final winner of a $50 Amazon gift card is Jill Weatherholt.
Monday: "10 Reasons Readers Rave About Seekerville," with Keli Gwyn and reader friends of Seekerville. Thank you, Keli! Winners of a Seeker notebook and a print copy of Their Mistletoe Matchmakers are: Jeanine, DKStevens and Cindy Regnier.
Winners of Their Mistletoe Matchmakers ebook are: Tammie, Arletta and Susan P.
Winner of the Origami Owl locket is Sherida Stewart.
Plus Seekerville wants to thank all the readers who participated in this post. Trixi Oberembt, Tracey Hagwood, Jenny Blake, Caryl Kane, Connie Saunders, Dawn Leonard, Heidi Robbins, and Kav Rees, please email us so we can give you a surprise giveaway!
Tuesday: Today we shared, "10 Ways to Balance Your Writing Life" with guest Jill Kemerer. Phyllis Wheeler is the winner of one signed True Large Print copy of The Rancher’s Mistletoe Bride, and CatMom is the winner of an ecopy! Winner of a writerly mug is Heidi McCahan. Thank you, Jill!
Wednesday: Sarah Bolme, Director of Christian Small Publishers Association (CSPA), was our special guest today, with a very informative post, "Three Things to Do Before You Publish a Book." Annie Rightler is the winner of an Amazon gift card.
Thursday: Sherri Shackelford returned to Seekerville with her usual charm and humor. Her post was called "Plotting a Novel with Two Protagonists." Cynthia Herron, Bettie Boswell and Marcia are winners of Mail-Order Christmas Baby. Thank you, Sherri!
Monday: Mary Connealy is your hostess.
Tuesday: Seekerville is delighted to welcome Krista Phillips with her post, "God's Spot On Timing." Krista is generously giving away one copy of The Engagement Plot .
Wednesday: Julie Lessman is your hostess.
Thursday: Bring your mittens and knitted hats as Ruth Logan Herne releases her first Amazon Waterfall women's fiction novel. "Welcome to Wishing Bridge," is a beautiful story of three women whose lives intersected as teens and come together twelve years later. Ruthy will be chatting about how to win reader's hearts and bless their souls through real-life type fiction. She's got an audio copy of "Welcome to Wishing Bridge" to give away, and she's pretty sure it's the best audio recording she's ever listened to, so naturally she wants you to win it!
Friday: The Best of the Archives featuring a classic post from our ten years of blogging. Comments are closed on Fridays to catch up on reading and writing.
Thanks for being part of the journey.
October brought us to ten years,
and we hit three million unique page views.
We couldn't have done it without you!
Thanks for the link love!
The Christian Indie Awards. Nominations are open through November 15th. (CSPA)
A Story About Piracy (Maggie Stiefvater)
5 Lessons From Getting My Twitter Account Suspended (Christian Editing Services)
The Key to Rediscovering Your Enthusiasm For Your Story (Thinking Through Our Fingers)
Amazon's Hall of Spinning Knives (David Gaughran)
Engage the Five Senses to Boost Your Writing (The Write Conversation)
Stealing Intellectual Property (Kristine Kathryn Rusch)
24 US Children's Book Publishers Accepting Manuscripts Directly From Writers (Publishing and Other Forms of Insanity)
How to Write a Synopsis for a Novel (Nathan Bransford)
How to win a RITA…or two…or three (Seriously Write)
That's it. Have a great reading and writing weekend.
This is one very interesting Weekend Edition....
ReplyDeleteCongrats to the winners named so far! I hope you love your gifts.... and I kind of love that the SUSPENSE GOES ON!
Here on the pumpkin farm, things are winding down outside... which means The Ruthinator gets her writing time back until next May.... and she's celebrating with a Diet Mt. Dew! :) What could ever be bad about that????
Oh, I love Diet Mt. Dew, but try to limit it. :(
DeleteIt's replacing my coffee habit. And 300 empty calories/day. :) When I discovered I loved it... and that it's caffeine rich... Switch up time!
DeleteAnd a note... "AND WE COULDN'T HAVE DONE IT WITHOUT YOU".... There's so much truth in that statement that it stands alone.
ReplyDeleteGod bless you guys for all you've done for ten years of blogging. It's been fun and I hope you've learned as much from me as I've learned from you.
"There is no try. There is only do or do not!"
As we come to the end of this year, keep Yoda's wisdom somewhere close by... Smart, he is. :)
Yay. I'm a winner. Every day that I read Seekerville I'm a winner who is enlightened and encouraged. Thank you ladies for freely sharing your wisdom and experience. Thanks to whoever shared the link about children's books, since that is one of my interests. Have a great weekend everyone and try to do something great.
ReplyDeleteThat's great, Bettie! I started my writing career with children's stories and was a member of the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators for many years. After my daughters grew up and I didn't have them around for story ideas (and they gave me plenty!), that's when I transitioned to writing romance and women's fiction.
DeleteBettie, that's such a sweet thing to say. We're glad you're here!
DeleteCongratulations to all of the winners! Three million page reviews...WOW! Enjoy the weekend everyone.
ReplyDeleteAmazing, isn't it, Jill! I was blown away.
DeleteCongrats to all of the winners. What a great month October was for all of us. Seekerville is a blessing for which I'm thankful. Thanks for all you do!
ReplyDeleteJackie, we're thankful for you!
DeleteCongratulations to all of this weeks winners!
ReplyDeleteI'm loving the links this weekend.
Thanks, again, for a fun filled month!
Rose, I'm really looking forward to clicking all those links. Some interesting articles!
DeleteSweet! Thank you for the "surprise" prize! It was an honor to be a part of Keli's post.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations to all the winners!
HAPPY WEEKEND!
Caryl, we were so touched by y'all's post! So fun.
DeleteHappy weekend, Seekerville!
ReplyDeletePatti Jo, you are the most thoughtfulest. I loved seeing that picture with your kitties. :)
Congratulations to the winners!
Tina, what a great WE! I've read two of the articles, and they were so helpful. Especially the one about getting kicked off of Twitter. Wow. I have some revamping/checking to do on my own account. I hope to read more later this weekend.
I hope you all have a wonderful Saturday!
Jeanne, I, too, loved that kitty photo! So cute!
DeleteAnd RUTHY, I guess I missed that you delved into Women's Fiction. I'm looking forward to reading your book!!!
ReplyDeleteThree MILLION? WOW. Thank you to the many friends of Seekerville for making that amazing milestone possible!!!!
ReplyDeleteCan you believe it's November? And less than 3 weeks until Thanksgiving?!
Don't remind me, Glynna! Because that means Christmas is only 4 weeks later!
DeleteI truly think I blinked and October was gone. How can time pass so quickly?!
DeleteI actually ordered a few Christmas presents this past week. Gotta love online shopping!
Excellent WE as always, Miss T!
ReplyDeleteWhat an AWESOME birthday month Seekerville had---BEST site ever and you all throw the BEST parties ever!!
CONGRATS to all the winners! I'm excited to win an ecopy of Jill's book---YIPPY!! :) Thank you!!
Cannot wait to read Ruthy's WISHING BRIDGE book--- When I first saw a snowy picture she posted and saw that title, I was hooked then! :)
Jeanne T., thank you for the kind comment! My kitties are always happy to pose for CatMom's camera. ;)
I hope everyone is having a safe, delightful weekend. The trees in my backyard have just started turning, and they are beautiful!! (Especially the hickory---my very favorite with their gorgeous golden leaves!)
Hugs, Patti Jo
We have lots of hickories in our yard, too, Patti Jo, plus a bazillion other trees! Project Guy can attest to that as he's been bagging leaves for a month already!
DeleteIt's been gorgeous here in Georgia, hasn't it Patti Jo!
DeleteI loved your kitty photo. :) Thank them for us!
I love hickory nuts. They're hard to get into but they're even sweeter than pecans... such a good nut!
DeleteOur leaves here were/are not happy. The longish warmth messed them up so the leaves aren't turning brilliant colors. They started, then everything warmed up and they stopped, caught mid-cycle... and then they started turning brownish and falling. Not just on one kind of tree, on many, so it's an odd fall here. My maples STILL HAVE GREEN LEAVES. It's 11/5. This isn't the norm, usually I'm raking (great exercise!!!) acres of leaves out of my yard by mid-October.
Nope. Patti Jo, I love your visual of the hickory. It made me smile!!!
Winners, 3 million views, Welcome to Wishing Bridge...that's a lot of happy in one post! Hope everyone's weekend is blessed!
ReplyDeleteHope yours is too, Karen!
DeleteCongrats to all the winners! October was such a busy and fun month; thanks to you "administrators" who kept it going here! And I like the way Bettie B. commented: "Thank you ladies for freely sharing your wisdom and experience." I learn a lot here!
ReplyDeleteHappy Weekend to all!
Jackie, we love learning right along with you! I love all the guest posts and love learning from the other Seeker ladies. :)
DeleteGood morning, Seekerville! Getting ready to start our usual Saturday morning chores around here. It was a good writing week, though, including some promising work brainstorming a story idea. Can't wait to get back to it on Monday—but you can be sure my mind will be actively working behind the scenes until then!
ReplyDeleteGreat week √ Great month √
ReplyDeleteGreat posts √ Great fellowship √
Can't ask for more BUT I am SOooo looking forward to year #11.
Thank you & Blessings!
Connie, so cute! Love the checks. :)
DeleteCongrats to all the winners. The trees are finally getting some color.
ReplyDeleteWilani, I'm loving the reds here this year. But my favorites are the orange/gold. It's just beautiful in some areas right now!
DeleteBest Anniversary Month Ever!
ReplyDeleteThanks Tina and all the Seekers. Love the idea of having "10 things" as a featured theme. Upping this number every year makes for ever more informative posts. Keep this up and things may have to change from 'Seekers' to 'Finders'!
Vince, it was fun wasn't it! But it's kind of hard to come up with 10 things for a post sometimes! :)
DeleteI should clarify. It can be difficult to come up with 10 teaching items. It's NOT hard to come up with 10 fun, celebratory things. :)
DeleteVince, you're welcome. I think most of us enjoy putting together these celebrations and having fun... but the most important thing is how much fun it is with all of you! And I got to celebrate two book releases, one at the beginning, one at the end, so I'm happy dancing in Western New York. Although it's pouring rain and we've gotten about 7 inches of rain already this week. The farm guy I live with is NOT AMUSED.
Delete"Shocking Cover!"
ReplyDeleteDid you see the cover of "The Engagement Plot"? I think Krista Phillips may have transformed the start of the HEA into the Black Moment -- all in one shocking visual! All you Indie authors need to see this cover. Talk about 'the same, only different'!!!
That's a cover that asks a lot of questions! Wow! How many covers ask even one question?
Can't wait to ask Krista some questions of my own.
It's a great cover! It'll be fun to have her here to answer your questions, Vince.
DeleteHi Ruth:
ReplyDeleteRequest…if you can do it, please post a link to a sample of your audio book on Thursday. If it's the best, I'd love to hear it ASAP.
I just love your blurbs. And while I know you don't stand in need of any introductions, I appreciate it when you do. :0)
Vince, I don't know if I can do that... I mean I can record part of it, but I don't think I can share it if Brilliance hasn't offered a blurb... but I'll check on Monday. If they're fine with it, I'll put my Ruthy-techno-power-hat on and we'll do it!
DeleteIt's just rare to get an actor or actress that doesn't overdo the voices... and that might be my personal opinion only, maybe being the author makes me more sensitive to it.
I don't know.
But I will check it out, my friend!
Happy Weekend Seekerville. Enjoy the day. 3 million page views. wooo hooo!!!
ReplyDeleteCelebrating with you, Tina!
DeleteThank you Seekerville for a fabulous birthday celebration....and congratulations on all the views!
ReplyDeletePatti Jo’s kitties make an adorable birthday greeting. Fun!
Congratulations to all the winners.....me included! Thank you for Keli’s perfect necklace celebrating family. I love it!
Thanks for the WE and the links. Looking forward to next week and all the exciting news! Blessings to all of Seekerville!
Sherida, I'm jealous of you winning the necklace! ;)
DeleteSeriously, I hope you enjoy it. Keli was so sweet to offer it as a giveaway!
Yes, Missy! I’m grateful for Seekerville and Keli’s generosity!
DeleteThanks so much for gifting me with an ebook! I look forward to many more years of reading this blog.
ReplyDeleteArletta, we're so glad you're here!
DeleteCongratulations to all the winners and what a great lineup for next week.
ReplyDeleteAnd... all those links. I want to read every one of them but they'll have to wait until I meet my word count!
Pam, I usually save them for later, too. I'm giving myself permission to read them tonight! :)
DeleteCongrats to all the winners and to Seekerville for being the best writer/reader group online!
ReplyDeleteThank you all for your friendship!
Tracey, you're so sweet! Thank you for hanging out with us here and for your friendship!
DeleteHappy Weekend, everyone. Hope everyone is finding time to relax and unwind.
ReplyDeleteSandy, once I finish reading the article links, I plan to read! I can't wait. :)
DeleteThank you, Tina, for a great WE. I had so much fun in October!
ReplyDeleteI'm cat-sitting this month so CatMom's kitties made my day.
Congratulations to all the winners and almost-winners!
Blessings,
Marcia
Marcia, enjoy the cat sitting! You're a good friend to do that for someone. I know how much better my vacations are when I know my fur babies are well cared for.
DeleteI hope everyone is having a wonderful weekend!! Congrats to the winners! We really enjoyed our birthday month.
ReplyDeleteA little sad that the October birthday month is gone...where did it go...went by so fast! But what a fabulous time I had from the great posts to the birthday videos (I even braved one...I figure if Julie Lessman can do it, anyone can!!), to the FOOOD!! I don't diet but boy after all those treats, I'll have to stay away from sugar for the rest of the year...haha! That is until all the Christmas cookies come out...OY!
ReplyDeleteCongrats to the winner and thanks for the surprise package for all the participants of Keli's post. That was such fun to be asked by her to come up with all the different ways we love Seekerville. They say great minds think alike, and reading what we all had to say, I'd have to agree! Thanks to Tina for allowing Keli somewhat free reign on that, you have a generous heart my dear!
Looking forward to another week with you all! Blessed SONday tomorrow and don't forget to turn your clocks back tonight....one extra hour of sleep, whoohooo!
Trixi, you're my kind of girl... but let the holiday festivities and pumpkin pie begin! Raising a glass of eggnog to you!!!!
DeleteCongrats to the winners!
ReplyDeleteThe leaves are beautiful in GA! Although we've had rain so I doubt they will last long. And today is so warm!
Have a lovely Sunday! Remembering all of you in prayer! Hugs!
Ack! Oh my gosh...thank you so much! Fifty dollars can buy so many books!
ReplyDeleteThank you Seekerville!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Congratulations, Jill!!! Have fun shopping!!!
DeleteHi SEEKERVILLE...
ReplyDeleteI'm late... but better late than never!!!!!! Squeeee!!!!! I'm thrilled to win Sherri's book, Mail-Order Christmas Baby! :) Thank you.
I was in the Branson area celebrating my alma mater's homecoming! (Yes, we won the BB game!)
CONGRATS to all winners! SHERRI, you will LOVE your Fire. :) And JILL... THAT $$$$$ will buy lots of books!
It was a fabulous BD celebration in Seekerville. What fun!!! And the November line-up looks great, too.
Thanks for the memories and memories to be made!
Three MILLION views?
ReplyDeleteJust wawzah!!!
It is a real testament to the quality of posts here and the hard work you Seekers, and Villagers, put in.
Congratulations to all the winners of prizes and readers of the posts. So. Much. To. Celebrate!
Thank you, Seekerville! <3 youse guys!!! Ok - that doesn't sound right coming out of my keyboard. Needs to be <3 y'all!!! Yeah... That's better!
;)
Anyone attending the ECPA conference and Christy Awards gala, besides ME ME ME?!?!
Hope to meet up if so. Let me know by email - may (at) may the k9 spy (dot) com
Would be great to connect!
Huge congratulations to our winners, especially of the grand prizes!!
ReplyDeletePatti Jo, thank your kitties for their lovely birthday greetings!
Great line up ahead!
I'm blown away by 3 MILLION page views!! Thanks to all of those who support our Village!!
It's storming here. Lots of rain. Makes me grateful that we stayed dry at our football game yesterday.
We remembered to set our clocks back last night so arrived at church at the right time.
Janet
Just finished reading through the links. So much info. Thank you!
ReplyDeleteCongrats to all the winners! And oh my gosh ... three million page views ... more testament to what a wonderful place Seekerville is :-)
Hope everyone has enjoyed the weekend.
Nancy C
Congratulations to all the winners! And a huge congratulations to Seekerville for 10 years, and three million page views!! It was a wonderful birthday celebration!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations to all the winners! And congratulations to Seekerville for hitting the three million page views mark.
ReplyDeleteYour birthday month was such fun and I'm looking forward to sharing year eleven with you guys.
Wonderful links, I'm a little partial to the Seriously Write link with Irene Hannon.
Tina, as always you outdid yourself.