Giveaway and Spotlight: The Sound of Violet (10th Anniversary Edition) by Allen Wolf

Welcome to the Blog Tour for The Sound of Violet (10th Anniversary Edition) by Allen Wolf, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

About the Book

Title: The Sound of Violet (10th Anniversary Edition)
Author: Allen Wolf 
Publisher: Morning Star Publishing 
Release Date: November 11, 2025 
Genre: Contemporary Christian Romance

He longs for love; she fears it. 

Shawn dreams of finding a lifelong relationship, but only finds frustration—until he meets Violet, a beautiful, mysterious woman who sees past his autism to the man within. From the moment their eyes first lock, something sparks. 

But behind Violet's quiet smile lies a world of pain. Trapped in a life of exploitation, she's learned that closeness brings danger. 

Yet, something about Shawn feels different. Safe. Real. Worth risking everything. 

As their bond deepens, they must defy impossible odds and find the courage to fight for each other, no matter the cost. Because only love has the power to heal their deepest wounds and break them free from their past. 

This inspirational contemporary romance—now a motion picture— returns as a newly revised 10th Anniversary Edition, with expanded storytelling and greater emotional depth.  

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About the Author

Allen Wolf is an award-winning storyteller who creates novels, films, and games. His debut novel, The Sound of Violet, inspired him to write, direct, and produce its movie adaptation, continuing a filmmaking career that began with the worldwide release of his thriller, In My Sleep, which garnered multiple film festival awards. A graduate of NYU’s film school, he hosts the popular Navigating Hollywood podcast, where he and his guests offer an insider's perspective on the entertainment industry. The award-winning games he created, including You’re Pulling My Leg!, have been enjoyed by hundreds of thousands of players worldwide. Allen lives in Los Angeles with his wife and two children, who inspire his creativity.

Connect with Allen by visiting thesoundofviolet.com to follow him on social media or subscribe to email newsletter updates.

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Excerpt

On A Date From Chapter 8

A gentle smile lit Shawn’s face. “I could never go to auditions. Or act. For anything. You’re very brave.”

She smirked, bitterness rising. “Or crazy.” It amazed her that he still believed her story, but she appreciated her precious moments of being treated like anyone else before she had to raise her walls again and lose that brief taste of normalcy.

He looked into her eyes. “You’re a different wavelength."

Violet tilted her head. “What do you mean?”

Shawn paused, studying her with careful attention. “There are colors we can’t see. Beauty that’s outside our visible spectrum. There’s a lot about you that’s not visible to me yet. But I can tell it’s going to be . . . beautiful.”

Violet’s composure began to slip, but she gathered it back like armor, years of practice helping her maintain control. She wasn’t used to hearing kind words that didn’t come with strings attached, or weren’t weapons disguised as compliments. Long ago, she’d learned not to trust what people said, but something in Shawn’s voice made her want to believe him.

“Can we try the hug again?” she asked, taking a tentative step forward. He pulled back. “What if I hug you gently?” She tried to put her arms around him, but he stepped away and looked down at the sidewalk. She waited a moment, patient. “Can you give me a hug?”

He looked up, uncertainty written across his face. Scooting a little closer to Violet, he carefully put his arms around her, creating a circle that held her without touching.

She had never experienced someone being so close without making contact. It felt more intimate than any embrace she’d known.

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Tour Giveaway

(3) winners will each receive a signed copy of The Sound of Violet (10th Anniversary Edition), a Blu-Ray or DVD of The Sound of Violet movie, the movie soundtrack CD, and $10 Amazon Gift Card!

Full tour schedule linked below. The giveaway begins at midnight November 12, 2025 and will last through 11:59 PM EST on November 19, 2025. Winners will be notified within 2 weeks of close of the giveaway and given 48 hours to respond or risk forfeiture of prize. US only. Void where prohibited by law or logistics.

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Giveaway and Review: A Match Made at Christmas by: Amy R. Anguish, Sarah Anne Crouch, Lori DeJong, and Heather Greer

Welcome to the Blog Tour for A Match Made at Christmas by Amy R. Anguish, Sarah Anne Crouch, Lori DeJong, and Heather Greer, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

About the Book

Title: A Match Made at Christmas 
Author: Amy R. Anguish, Sarah Anne Crouch, Lori DeJong, and Heather Greer 
Publisher: Scrivenings Press 
Release Date: October 1, 2024 
Genre: Contemporary Christian Romance Novella Collection

A-parent-ly Christmas (by Amy R Anguish) 

Noel and Joy Davidson didn’t mean to separate, but a job promotion and educational opportunities were too much for their marriage to withstand. Now, it’s Christmas and their son Andy wants them together. Between his mischief, an unexpected snowstorm, and the holiday spirit, they’re remembering why they first wanted to be together. But which one will give up their dream for the other?  

A Match of her Own (by Sarah Anne Crouch) 

Victoria Wood is torn between elation and devastation now that her sister is married and gone. When she realizes her sister’s best friend is alone and best-friend-less on Christmas, she knows just what to do. Set her up with a boyfriend! But pesky Jared Knight keeps getting in the way. Jared can’t date Victoria—she’s too immature—but he can’t convince his heart to move on. How will he keep Victoria from ruining everyone’s love lives? When will she realize her perfect match is closer than she thinks? 

Jingle Bell Matchmakers (by Lori DeJong) 

When country music star Aubrey Mayfield is lured home after years away, she’s bewildered when she and ex-fiance-now-widowed-dad Cody Lansdale keep finding themselves in the same place at the same time. As they become reacquainted, however, old feelings stir. Aubrey’s at a crossroads in her career and is contemplating a change. But when a chance at headlining her own tour takes her back to Nashville, Cody realizes her dreams may once again come between them. Unless God, with a little help from the Jingle Bell Committee, has a better plan.  

The Santa Setup (by Heather Greer) 

Turning friendship into love takes magic. Good thing Nicholas Eckert and Julie Clarke work at Christmas Wonderland. The attraction brims with holiday magic, not to mention four teenage elves determined that Mr. and Mrs. Claus stop playing a couple and become one. The teens will need more than mistletoe to pair up these two. Julie is seeing someone, and Nick won’t risk their friendship for possible love. Only the elven employees’ outrageous antics stand a chance of setting up Santa in time for Christmas.  

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About the Authors

Amy R Anguish grew up a preacher’s kid, and in spite of having lived in seven different states that are all south of the Mason Dixon line, she is not a football fan. Currently, she resides in Tennessee with her husband, daughter, and son, and usually a bossy cat or two. Amy has an English degree from Freed-Hardeman University that she intends to use to glorify God, and she wants her stories to show that while Christians face real struggles, it can still work out for good. Connect with Amy by visiting abitofanguish.weebly.com to follow her on social media or subscribe to email newsletter updates.

Sarah Anne Crouch lives in Arkansas with her husband, three children, and thousands of books. She always wanted to be an author, but spent some time as a teacher, earned a degree in library science, and makes feeble attempts to corral her small children as a stay-at-home mom. Sarah loves reading books, recipes, piano music, and emails from readers. Connect with Sarah by visiting sarahannecrouch.wordpress.com to follow her on social media or subscribe to email newsletter updates.

 

Lori DeJong (pronounced DeeYung) is a contemporary Christian romance author who enjoys penning stories full of grace and the redemptive power of God’s love that inspire others to hope regardless of circumstance, find joy in the moment, and grow in their faith. Born and raised in Phoenix, Arizona, Lori arrived in Texas in 2005 and dug those roots right in. She currently resides in beautiful Georgetown, north of Austin, with her husband of three decades. Connect with Lori by visiting loridejongwrites.com to follow her on social media or subscribe to email newsletter updates.

Heather Greer loves growing in her relationship with God and helping others do the same. While she’s served in ministries dealing with toddlers through adults, her focus is on encouraging and challenging teen and adult believers to go further in their faith. She is blessed to be able to use her God-given passion for writing to do this, both in her books and blog. Heather is a pastor’s kid from southern Illinois. While she never intended to marry a pastor, she became a pastor’s wife when her husband answered the call to preach five years into their marriage. Now that three of her four kids have flown the nest, Heather enjoys more time for reading and writing and writing about reading. And when she’s not doing any of those things, you’ll probably find her in the kitchen baking for her friends and family. Connect with Heather by visiting heathergreer.com to follow her on social media or subscribe to email newsletter updates.

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Review

A Match Made at Christmas is the cutest Christmas anthology that I have read. If you love a good matchmaking romance, then this is the anthology for you. From the very first page, I was swept into the pages.

A-Parent-ly Christmas starts with the married couple, Noel and Joy, who are separated due to career and school choices. Their son Andy plays matchmaker using his inhaler to get his parents back together.

A Match of Her Own is a retold story of Emma. This story was cute, and you could see the parallels to the original story. This friends-to-more romance was great.

Jingle Bell Matchmakers may be my favorite out of the anthology, but I loved all the stories. When country singer Aubrey comes back to town and finds her grandma is not on her deathbed, things start to seem fishy. All of a sudden, she is put into situations with her ex-fiancé, Cody. With the matchmaking mothers and the jingle bell committee, it is hard to resist their matchmaking schemes. This second-chance romance is perfection.

The Santa Setup is the cutest Hallmark-esque story. The Christmas Wonderland setting makes for a cute story. With the main characters playing Santa and Mrs. Claus, it is the perfect Christmas story. This friends-to-more romance was cute.

*I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book, which I received from the author. A positive review was not required. All views expressed are only my honest opinion.

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Tour Giveaway

(1) winner will receive a $40 Amazon gift card and a signed copy of A Match Made at Christmas!

Full tour schedule linked below. The giveaway begins at midnight November 11, 2025 and will last through 11:59 PM EST on November 18, 2025. Winners will be notified within 2 weeks of close of the giveaway and given 48 hours to respond or risk forfeiture of prize. US only. Void where prohibited by law or logistics.

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Season of Faith by Sara Jane Jacobs

Seasons of Faith is the third book in The Seasons series, and it was bittersweet to finish the series. Sara Jane Jacobs has created this beautiful story full of love, hope, grief, emotions, PTSD, family, and so much more. I was fully immersed in Nathan’s Mountain and enjoyed every moment.

Lisa Lynn Sandlin was the narrator, and she truly brought this book to life. Not sure how she does it, but every book she narrates is a true work of art. Who needs TV when you can listen to an audiobook narrated by Lisa?

This story deals with some hard, real-life issues. Tyler gets medically discharged from the Navy after a crash, bringing his dreams crashing down with it. He is dealing with some injuries and PTSD. Amanda is dealing with some trauma from the kidnapping insistent from the previous book. Watching them draw closer and work together to overcome the struggles was perfect. I loved watching the family dynamics in this book, and watching everyone come together in the hard times. Watching the family mend the broken bonds and grow stronger in the hard. It was the perfect ending to this series.

This friends-to-more, second-chance romance was sweet and kisses only. Amanda and Tyler got the happily ever after they both deserved after everything they overcame.

Sara Jane Jacobs did an amazing job of intertwining faith throughout the story.

*I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book, which I received from the author. A positive review was not required. All views expressed are only my honest opinion.

Giveaway and Review: His Boss's Little Sister By: Danielle Grandinetti

Welcome to the Blog + Review Tour for His Boss's Little Sister by Danielle Grandinetti, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

About the Book

Title: His Boss's Little Sister 
Series: Apron Strings Tea Tales 
Author: Danielle Grandinetti 
Publisher: Hearth Spot Press 
Release Date: November 18, 2025 
Genre: Historical Romantic Suspense

Broken hearts, underground smuggling, and a meddling family ... one Wisconsin Teehaus offers a love of more than sweet treats. 

November 1931---Needing a new start, Samantha Martins escapes the happily-ever-afters of her hometown to take a waitressing position at a German Tea House. But all is not as it appears beneath the pretty trappings. When she discovers illegal oleomargarine on the premises, which could shut down the cafe, and thus cost her job, she goes searching for the source. 

Samantha's old beau, Kyle Docherty, returns to Crow's Nest a changed man, both inside and out. An apology burning in his heart, he finds she's left home. However, with trouble on her trail, Samantha's brother hires Kyle to be her bodyguard. But will she even speak to him? And if not, will she at least allow him to protect her, even without the arm he lost in a logging accident? 

When the breadcrumbs lead them into a trap, putting Kyle's life in danger, Samantha faces an impossible choice: listen to Kyle and run for help, or stay a captive and outwit a criminal. If only the ticking bomb were on their side.  

A touch of fairy tale, a spoonful of history, and a teacup of hope. 

His Boss's Little Sister is a stand-alone novella in the Apron Strings Tea Tale multi-author series, and a 1930s historical romance retelling of Hansel and Gretel. 

Fans of the Harbored in Crow’s Nest series will enjoy revisiting familiar characters and discovering the HEA of the hero's little sister from Confessions to a Stranger.

PURCHASE LINKS: Goodreads | DanielleGrandinetti.com | Amazon | BookBub

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About the Author

Danielle Grandinetti is an award-winning inspirational romance author fueled by tea, books, and the creative beauty of nature. Her stories combine romance, mystery, and suspense against the backdrop of the 1930s to tell the tale of finding home and hope in hard times. With a master’s in communication and culture and a passion for intercultural communication, storytelling has been her heartbeat for as long as she can remember. Married to her hero, Danielle is a second-generation Italian-American, a dairy farmer’s granddaughter, and a boy mom from Chicagoland who now lives along Lake Michigan’s Wisconsin shoreline.

Connect with Danielle by visiting daniellegrandinetti.com to follow her on social media and subscribe to email updates.

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Review

His Boss’s Little Sister is set in Crow’s Nest, overlaps with Danielle Grandinetti’s other series, and is part of the multiauthor series Apron Strings Tea Tales. This can be read as a standalone, though it adds to the Harbored at Crow’s Nest series. This is a nod to the Hansel and Gretel story, done in a cute way that portrays Danielle Grandinetti’s style so well.

I loved this story and learned about the history of margarine/oleo in a unique way. I had never heard of this before, so it was fun. The history between Sam and Kyle was sweet. They were met with some obstacles to overcome, but they were able to figure things out in the nick of time.

This second-chance romance was sweet and perfect, with only kisses.

Danielle Grandinetti did a great job of intertwining faith throughout the novel.

*I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book, which I received from the author. A positive review was not required. All views expressed are only my honest opinion.

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Tour Giveaway

(2) winners will each receive a paperback copy of Confessions to a Stranger & Escape with the Prodigal!

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Their Burden to Bear by Heather Tabers

Their Burden to Bear completely blew me away. This is the first book I have read written by Heather Tabers, and I am so excited to read more books written by her. The story pulled me in from the start, and I could not put it down. Elsie and Phillip both have their own burdens to bear. Elsie feels shackled to her father. Having promised her mother to take care of her father. When her sister dies during childbirth, she promises to take care of her nephew. Left with so much to take care of and a father who doesn’t seem to care about her. Reading about what she went through made me tear up. It made me so sad. Phillip is a WWI veteran with his own secrets. As the story goes along, his secrets are revealed. If you love historical fiction, this is the book for you. This story is rich in history. I loved learning about these soldiers who were body bearers for the Unknown Soldier. The author’s note gave some great details, and I loved the bonus content that was included with the book. This marriage of convenience romance is kisses only. Heather Tabers did a great job of intertwining faith throughout the novel. *I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book, which I received from the author. A positive review was not required. All views expressed are only my honest opinion.

Giveaway and Spotlight: Mistletoe and Malice by: Lori DeJong

Welcome to the Blog Tour for Mistletoe and Malice by Lori DeJong, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

About the Book

Title: Mistletoe and Malice 
Series: Guarded Hearts Series #1 
Author: Lori DeJong 
Publisher: Scrivenings Press 
Release Date: October 21, 2025 
Genre: Romantic Suspense

He’s sworn to protect her life … but guarding his heart may be his biggest challenge. 

After barely escaping an attempted abduction, Houston attorney Riley Hudson is forced to accept her wealthy father's demand for private security. The last thing she wants is a bodyguard—especially one as maddeningly arrogant, bossy … and handsome as Colton Blankenship. Yet as the threat against her escalates, she begins to rely not only on his skills, but his steadfast presence. 

Colton isn’t thrilled about giving up his hard-earned holiday vacation to protect a spoiled heiress. But he soon learns Riley is nothing like he expected. Fierce, independent, and unwavering in her faith, she’s everything he thought he’d left behind after tragedy shattered his own beliefs. As the unknown threat circles closer, the tension between them ignites into something deeper ... and far more perilous. 

When a second attempt on Riley’s life nearly succeeds, Colton faces a terrifying truth. Protecting her means risking more than just his life. Haunted by a past he can't outrun, and a faith he’s all but lost, he must decide if he can trust God again ... before he loses Riley—and his heart—for good.  

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About the Author

Lori DeJong is a contemporary Christian romance author who enjoys penning stories full of grace and the redemptive power of God’s love that inspire others to hope regardless of circumstance, find joy in the moment, and grow in their faith. She resides in Georgetown, Texas, with her husband and two fur-babies, with a daughter and son-in-love in DFW. Lori's debut novel, Love's True Calling, was the 2022 winner of the ACFW Genesis Award for Romance, a double finalist in the 2024 Selah Awards, and was named the 2023 Scrivenings Press Contemporary Book of the Year. Love’s True Home, Book 2 of the True Calling Series, was a 2025 Selah finalist. Love’s True Measure released in June. Lori's Christmas novella, Jingle Bell Matchmakers, a part of A Match Made at Christmas novella collection, was named a 2025 ACFW Carol Award finalist.

Connect with Lori by visiting loridejongwrites.com to follow her on social media or subscribe to email newsletter updates.

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Excerpt

So far, it was as awful as she’d imagined it would be.

While her parents’ driver from Petersen sat at the back of the church, her shadows, as she’d taken to calling them, had stationed themselves at various points around the sanctuary. And if that weren’t embarrassing enough, Mr. Blankenship walked her all the way in, his head swiveling as if someone might spring out of their seat at any second and carry her away.

She put her hand to her forehead. She understood they were doing their job. She just hated being the job.

She opened her eyes and found Mr. Blankenship standing in the aisle between the wall and the pew, his eyes panning back and forth across the congregation.

“Aren’t you going to sit?” she asked in a stage whisper.

He glanced at her and resumed his scan. “Not standard protocol.”

“I don’t care. You’re embarrassing me to death. Sit down.”

With a frown, he gave her another glance but continued to stand there, like one of those motionless guards at Buckingham Palace. She smiled a little inside, picturing him with one of those oversized bearskin hats on his head.

“Do you seriously think anybody would try something with you right next to me? Please. Can you sit?”

With a sigh, he finally moved into the pew next to her.

“Much better. You almost look normal.” As normal as he could with the obvious earpiece and his ever-watchful, cold-as-ice glower.

The corner of his mouth hitched upward ever so slightly.

Maybe there was some thaw under there, after all.

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Tour Giveaway

(1) winner will receive a $50 Amazon gift card, a signed copy of Mistletoe and Malice, and a signed copy of A Match Made at Christmas novella collection (released in Oct 2024)!

Full tour schedule linked below. The giveaway begins at midnight November 3, 2025 and will last through 11:59 PM EST on November 10, 2025. Winners will be notified within 2 weeks of close of the giveaway and given 48 hours to respond or risk forfeiture of prize. US only. Void where prohibited by law or logistics.

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Still Waters by Patricia Johns

Still Waters is the second book I have read written by Patricia Johns, and it did not disappoint. It is book two in The Amish of Shepherd’s Hill series, and it could be read as a standalone, but we get to revisit characters from the first book. This book follows two different Amish characters: Beth Peachy and Danny Lapp, who have been friends for years. Beth is trying to learn more about her family history, but her Mammi (grandma) is being very closed about the past, while also dealing with Dementia. Beth is helping her Mammi as they get ready to move her in with Beth’s mom. Danny is dealing with his own family secrets when he discovers his brother, who has left the faith, has started talking about the Amish faith and twisting the truth on social media. I enjoyed the pacing of the book and trying to figure out the family secret. I loved getting to check in with Tabitha and see her doing her veterinarian work as an Amish woman. She is having a hard time relating to the Amish woman, having returned after divorcing her husband. She is starting to find her place within the community, but is also having to face some hard aspects of being divorced. Patricia Johns did a great job intertwining faith throughout the book. *I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book, which I received from the author. A positive review was not required. All views expressed are only my honest opinion.