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Don't miss Thursday's show. The wonderful Judy Christie will be guest hosting again (thanks Judy!). Her guest this week is MaryBeth Whalen. They will be talking about how we compare ourselves to others and by doing so complicate our lives. Should be a fascinating and personal look at how we can make our lives simpler by being content. MaryBeth's fiction book, She Makes It Look Easy (David Cook) has just released and she'll be sharing some insights inspired by that book as well as chatting with Judy about cutting back financially and learning to live within our means.

For a chance to win a copy of She Makes It Look Easy and Judy Christie's latest book, Rally Round Green, just leave a comment on this post. Winner will be notified next week via email

More about She Makes It Look Easy

She Makes It Look Easy is a novel for every woman who has looked at another woman's life and thought I want what she has.

Ariel Baxter has moved into the neighborhood of her dreams-and the chaos of raising three children moved with her. Then she meets her neighbor, Justine Miller. Justine ushers Ariel into a world of clutter-free houses, fresh-baked bread, homemade crafts, neighborhood playdates, and organization techniques designed to make marriage better and parenting manageable. Soon Ariel realizes there is hope for peace, friendship, and clean kitchen counters. But when rumors start to circulate about Justine's real home life, Ariel must choose whether to believe the best about the friend she admires or consider the possibility that "perfection" isn't always what it seems to be.

More about MaryBeth:

I am an NC native and love living in the south! I have been married for nineteen years to Curt and have six children ranging in age from teen to TK. Things are never dull around here! Additionally, I write for Proverbs 31 Ministries, direct She Reads, and write novels. My first novel, The Mailbox, came out in June of 2010 and my second, She Makes It Look Easy, comes out in June of 2011.

For more about MaryBeth, visit www.marybethwhalen.com.

About the co-host - Judy Christie:

Judy Christie is an author and consultant who lives in Northwest Louisiana. She writes inspirational fiction and nonfiction. Her popular Green series chronicles the goings-on in the small Louisiana town of Green and is part of Abindgon Press’s new inspirational fiction line. The third book in the Green series, The Glory of Green, released Spring 2011. It follows Gone to Green, her first novel, published in 2009, and Goodness Gracious Green, which came out in 2010. Judy is also the author of the popular Hurry Less, Worry Lessnonfiction series, published by Abingdon Press: Hurry Less, Worry Less for Families; Hurry Less, Worry Less at Work; Hurry Less, Worry Less: 10 Strategies for Living the Life You Long For; Hurry Less, Worry Less at Christmastime. Judy was a journalist for many years and is a frequent speaker at retreats and workshops. She works with clients around the country on how to slow down and enjoy each day more and how to set and meet goals. Please visit Judy's website for more, www.judychristie.com.

Look for Judy's latest book, Rally Round Green.

"A tender tale filled with community, friendship, and love. Judy Christie creates characters you'll want to know and places you'll want to be. Don't miss your chance to rally round with the Gang from Green!" -- Lisa Wingate, National Bestselling Author of Larkspur Cove and Dandelion Summer

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Patsy says: Would love to win this! Sounds great! plhouston(at)bellsouth(dot)net

Posted on: 07-28-2011 @ 8:35 am EST
Judy B says: She Makes It Look Easy sounds like a great read! I'd love to win a copy. Blessings! judyjohn2004[at]yahoo[dot]com

Posted on: 07-28-2011 @ 1:58 pm EST
apple blossom says: I have she makes it look so easy but would love to win Rally Round Green book ABreading4fun [at] gmail [dot] com

Posted on: 07-28-2011 @ 4:21 pm EST
Ammie ODonnell says: The more we think we need to slow down, the more it seems we have to do! I would love to find the secret of slowing down! We have three children, 19, 17, and 13. I feel like we run all the time, but never have a minute to spend together. I feel like I am missing my kids grow up. I am excited about this book!

Posted on: 07-28-2011 @ 5:07 pm EST
Ammie says: If forgot to put my contact info...sorry...odonnellma2@aol.com

Posted on: 07-28-2011 @ 5:08 pm EST
Ann says: Please enter into the contest. I love Amish stuff no matter what it is books or pictures or recipes! amhengst@verizon.net

Posted on: 07-28-2011 @ 9:01 pm EST
Name Carolyn Jefferson says: Comment I'd like to win this book. God Bless carolynj63@att.net

Posted on: 07-29-2011 @ 9:21 am EST
karenk says: would LOVE to read MaryBeths novel...thanks for the chance :) karenk/kmkuka@yahoo.com

Posted on: 07-30-2011 @ 11:52 am EST
Name Sandi says: CommentI would love a chance to win, but any comment I give doesn't take, smile.

Posted on: 07-31-2011 @ 9:57 am EST
Sandi says: So, now I'm a liar...that worked for the first time, hugs.

Posted on: 07-31-2011 @ 9:58 am EST

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The Keeper -- Avaialble NOW!

Book 1 in the Stoney Ridge Seasons series

"The Stoney Ridge Season starts off with characters who are trying to make the right choices, but sometimes with unexpected results. Fisher always brings freshness to her Amish novels. The Amish culture is interesting to read and learn about, but there is also a message: God has plans and those plans may vary greatly from the plans you have." -Romantic Times, 4 Stars

Julia Lapp has planned on marrying Paul Fisher since she was a girl. Now twenty-one, she looks forward to their wedding with giddy anticipation. When Paul tells her he wants to postpone the wedding--again--she knows who is to blame. Perpetual bachelor and spreader of cold feet, Roman Troyer, the Bee Man.

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Can Julia secure the future she's always dreamed of? Or does God have something else in mind?

Full of the plot twists and surprises her fans love, The Keeper is the first in a new series by bestselling author Suzanne Woods Fisher. Through touching family relationships and trials of the heart, Fisher's vivid characters grapple with yielding to God's will when it doesn't match their own.

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In Amish Values for Your Family, bestselling author Suzanne Woods Fisher shows how you can adopt the wisdom of the Amish when it comes to family matters. In this inspiring and practical book readers will find charming true stories interlaced with solid, biblical advice about parenting, marriage, and all aspects of family life. As readers get an intimate glimpse into the everyday lives of real Amish families, they will learn to prioritize what's truly important, simplify decision-making, slow down as a family, safeguard time together, and let go when the time comes.

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