{"id":5330,"date":"2025-12-08T18:23:57","date_gmt":"2025-12-08T23:23:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ceceliadowdy.com\/blog\/?p=5330"},"modified":"2025-12-08T18:23:58","modified_gmt":"2025-12-08T23:23:58","slug":"12-8-2025-newsletter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/ceceliadowdy.com\/blog\/2025\/12\/12-8-2025-newsletter\/","title":{"rendered":"12-8-2025 Newsletter"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Hello lovely readers!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Blind Date With A Book – Don’t Forget!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

I wanted to again mention my\u00a0Blind Date With A Book<\/a>! For one low price you receive one gift-wrapped full-length novel OR two of my novellas – my choice! Books are gift-wrapped! FREE SHIPPING! Makes a great stocking stuffer or as a gift for a friend! Order now to ensure delivery by Christmas!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Blind Date With A Book<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A FREE Special Christmas Treat – Technical Difficulties!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Advent Calendar Webpage mentioned in last week’s newsletter had technical difficulties! Apologies! The site is now working so, remember to follow these instructions to receive your FREE historical eBooks! I’m including the details again:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do you remember those big paper advent calendars from when you were a kid? The ones where you’d open a little door each day and find a surprise inside?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I’m so excited to share something special with you this December.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This year, I’m thrilled to be part of a Christian Historical Romance Advent Calendar<\/strong> with some of my fellow author friends\u2014and YOU get the presents!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Every day from December 1st through Christmas Eve, we’re giving away a free Christian historical romance ebook. That’s 24 free books to celebrate the season!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here’s how it works:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u25cf Bookmark the advent calendar webpage<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u25cf Visit each day to claim your free book<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u25cf But don’t wait\u2014each book is only free for 24 hours!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You’ll find heartwarming stories of faith, hope, and happily-ever-afters from authors you love (including me!) and maybe discover some new favorites too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And here’s the best part:<\/strong> If you know a friend who loves Christian romance, share this with them! The more readers who join the fun, the merrier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ready to start celebrating? Head over to the advent calendar webpage<\/a> and grab today’s free book!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Snow & Christmas Tree Lighting!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

We had some snow! I was shocked that these flowers were alive amidst the cold!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Video of snowfall.<\/a>\u200b<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We attended our local Christmas Tree Lighting! Here’s a few pics!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Cookies!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

I received an Advent Calendar from a friend as an early Christmas gift – shortbread, one of my favorites! I also baked cookies! Delicious!!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Christmas Shopping!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Christmas shopping for your loved ones? Consider my\u00a0Christmas Romance Book Bundle<\/a>! I recently sold out of the Christmas Bundle and have just restocked! These are sweet enjoyable wholesome stories that can be enjoyed all year! Order now to ensure delivery by Christmas!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Blacksmith’s Bride<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

I’m so excited about the reviews for The Blacksmith’s Bride<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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This novel has interesting characters, including a flawed and confused heroine. The historical details felt natural and accurate. It was interesting reading about the ordinary life of black families facing many of the same problems as white people, but with the added burden of racism affecting almost every decision they make. The way people come together to help one another is heartwarming, and I think also an accurate portrayal of community life. After reading this book, I look forward to reading the first in the series, The Baker’s Bride. I enjoyed this book and recommend it. It is a standalone and HEA.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Thanks so much for your encouragement and support! <\/strong>If you’ve read, and enjoyed, The Blacksmith’s Bride then please leave a review on Amazon<\/a> Goodreads<\/a> or social media!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Writing Services<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

As a reminder, I offer writing-related services. I work with writers who may need help with their fiction. Interested in working with me? Details here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Events<\/strong><\/a>\u200b<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I currently have events in the works. Once my plans are finalized, I will update you with details!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our Country!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Remember to keep our country in prayer as all\/some of these changes take place! At times, our country does not run smoothly! Also, remember to pray for all that are suffering in our nation! Be sure to check on your friends and loved ones to be sure they are okay!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enjoy your day!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Butterscotch Bliss!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re reading this newsletter on my blog then you\u2019re probably not signed up for my mailing list<\/a>! When you sign up, you\u2019ll receive BUTTERSCOTCH BLISS, a free e-book!  After you sign up for my email list<\/a>, a download link will be provided to you for your FREE eBook!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Raquel\u2019s father died when she was a baby \u2013 that\u2019s what she thought\u2026<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

She receives a mysterious phone call \u2013 stating her father is alive and in hospice. He must see her before he dies. Why has her mother lied to her for all these years about her father\u2019s \u201cdeath\u201d?<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

She must rely on Patrick, her ex, to help her to make the trip to see her father during a massive snowstorm. Patrick has his own set of problems \u2013 he never told Raquel the real reason why he abandoned her three years ago.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019ve read, and enjoyed BUTTERSCOTCH BLISS<\/a>, consider leaving a short, sweet review on AMAZON <\/a>and social media! As mentioned, currently, the eBook version is available for FREE when you join my mailing list<\/a>. The paperback version<\/a> is available on Amazon and other sales channels!<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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