Lis Wiehl – EYES OF JUSTICE

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I’ve so been looking forward to this installment of the TRIPLE THREAT novels–even though it’s the fourth (I’d only expected three): Eyes of Justice (A Triple Threat Novel) by Lis Wiehl (with April Henry). Ronie’s FAST-ROPE REVIEW! I am a long-time LIS WIEHL fan, and EYES OF JUSTICE is no different. With compelling plots ripped right out of the headlines and characters I’ve grown to love, EYES OF JUSTICE was both compelling and shattering to read. Wiehl/Henry goes where few authors tend to venture–into the realm of killing off a main character. It’s a challenging and risky step, and one some readers don’t take kindly to. However, the death of one of the Triple Threat was handled very well and …

Meet Aspen & Talon (sort of)…

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I am so tickled!! Earlier this week I heard from the amazing Ashley Schrock, who has designed all my covers. She was asking about harnesses and patches for Talon’s cover. I was so excited doing the research to help her figure out what was best to use. Today, I got this email from her–along with photo: Hey Ronie, Got some more cool stuff for you. 🙂 The designer sent over an outtake from the photo shoot today for Talon. She said the dog was very friendly and liked to roll in the dirt, so they played together a bit in-between takes. Happy Easter! Ashley What do you think? Is this Lab happy or what? 😀 And what a beautiful model! …

7 Hours & Whole Pieces

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COMING MAY 2012!!It’s hard to believe the release of the 7 Hours anthology from Tyndale House Publishers is only a month away. Later this month, I’ll share the links for purchasing the novellas. Be ready! Each novella will be only $2.99!! In each installment of 7 Hours, a character is visited by the enigmatic Thomas Constant, who makes a heart-stopping statement: ”You are about to die. But you may choose from one of three options: Live seven more hours, travel back in time and relive seven hours, or accept the inevitable and die now.” 7 Hours anthology includes acclaimed authors Mike Dellosso, Rene Gutteridge, Robin Parrish, Tom Pawlik, Travis Thrasher, and James Andrew Wilson! Check out the 7Hours landing page www.7hoursbooks.com! …

Congrats to the RITA Finalists!

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Many congratulations to all the RITA finalists!! Below are listed the INSPIRATIONAL finalists! WAY TO GO!!! BEST INSPIRATIONAL ROMANCE 1.   Katie’s Way by Marta Perry (Berkley Publishing Group; Ellen Edwards, editor) 2.  The Measure of Katie Calloway by Serena Miller (Revell; Vicki Crumpton, editor) 3.  My Foolish Heart by Susan May Warren (Tyndale House Publishers; Karen Watson, editor) 4.  Deadly Pursuit by Irene Hannon (Revell; Jennifer Leep, editor) 5.  Love on the Line by Deeanne Gist (Bethany House Publishers; David Long and Julie Klassen, editors) 6. Save the Date by Jenny B. Jones (Thomas Nelson; Natalie Hanemann and Jamie Chavez, editors) 7.  The Ladies’ Room by Carolyn Brown (Avalon Books; Lia Brown, editor) 8. The Christmas Child by Linda Goodnight …

Lynette Eason Endorses TRINITY!

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Y’all, I am beside myself. Lynette Eason, author of amazing romantic suspense titles, including her recent release, WHEN THE SMOKE CLEARS, has offered this fantastic endorsement of TRINITY: Military War Dog!! “Ronie Kendig strikes gold with book one in her new series! Gritty, honest characters that grab your heart and don’t let go. Heath, Jia and Trinity make an exceptional team. The suspense rocks, the romance sizzles and the danger escalates at a rapid pace. Ronie’s accurate and in the headlines portrayal make will make you get on your knees and thank God for people who are willing to put their lives on the line to fight terrorism. This is a book you won’t want to put down until you …

“Fan Art” Trinity cover

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So I got the kewlest Facebook message this week from Cory Clubb. He’s been really cool on FB and I’ve enjoyed getting to know him a bit and have LOVED seeing his amazing skillz in graphic design. Cory said that the cover for Trinity, in his mind, didn’t really capture the essence of the story, so…he made his own. What do you think? Is that not RAWKIN?!?! I was so stoked and impressed that I actually asked Barbour if it was too late to use Cory’s concept/layout for the cover. Alas, their version of the cover (see below) has already been set up for catalog, etc., and Talon’s is already in progress (Beowulf too), so we’re too late. But I …

Colleen Coble’s Blue Moon Promise

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…once in a blue moon   BLUE MOON PROMISE   by Colleen Coble   About the book: Book #1 in the Under Texas Stars series A love like Lucy and Nate’s only comes along once in a blue moon . . . Lucy Marsh’s worldly resources are running out, but she’s fiercely determined to care for her younger brother and sister. When she discovers that their father’s recent death was no accident, Lucy is eager to leave town. She accepts a proxy marriage she believes will provide safe refuge. But trouble follows her to Texas where her new husband is surprised to suddenly have a wife and children to care for. Nate Stanton always hoped he’d marry someday, but running …

Sergeant Rex!

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In my ongoing research (really, does it ever end?) regarding miltiary working/war dogs, a friend (waving at Kate Burnett) showed me a book I hadn’t heard about yet: Sergeant Rex: The Unbreakable Bond Between a Marine and His Military Working Dog. The handsome guy on the front lured me into buying it straight away. And let me tell you, this has been one of the best books on military working dogs–from a “active” standpoint. Sure, you can read textbook-style tomes or books that read more like instruction manuals, which will give you the gist of the story. Or you can read SERGEANT REX–-feel the heat, the torturous fear of walking IED Alley, sense the ominous presence of danger in the …

Babbie Mason’s EMBRACED BY GOD

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Welcome to Rapid-Fire Fiction’s  Fast-Rope Review of Babbie Mason’s EMBRACED BY GOD: Celebrating Who and Whose You Are. I know. You’re surprise. I don’t normally review non-fiction here unless it’s military- or research-related to my writing. But this is a real treat! About the book: Have you ever wondered, “Does God really love me? Do I really matter to him?” HE LOVES YOU. As a matter of fact, God loves you just as much as he loves His own Son. In the pages of this heartwarming, thoughtful and life-affirming 21-day journey, award-winning gospel singer, songwriter, and teacher Babbie Mason reminds you, when you know you are loved by God and that you are in His eternal plan, you’ll never again …