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A GIFT FOREVER!

11/29/2023

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This is one of my favorite books I have ever written. The first edition was THE CHRISTMAS of 1957!  Then it was reissued with Whimsical Publications and titled A CHRISTMAS GIFT! I self-published it again so I could have more control over the pricing. The wonderful cover designer said that A GIFT FOREVER was the best title. I revised and added some text to this last edition. Some of the story is based on my life, so it is considered creative nonfiction! 

It is a wonderful story to read during the Christmas season or can be read year-round. If you haven't read it, I hope you will. 

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Justin Reeves is a man who has it all: a good job, a loving wife and children who are the center of his universe. Justin also has a secret he's hidden from everyone his entire life. Quite innocently his small daughter, Debby, stumbles upon his secret and is shocked by what she finds. She confronts her father with the awful truth. Justin is touched by her concern and offer of help. His own mother never cared about him.

Throughout the story, Debby is warm-hearted, yet a bit mischievous. She's also honest and sincere. Debby's father's determination to overcome a challenge is inspiring, but the story also involves the entire Reeves family. Debby’s oldest sister, Gail has a second chance at love, but will she take it? Does Carl possess the conviction to change the course of his life? Will Kathy overcome the handicap of polio?


Justin and Debby together embark upon a journey which takes him from the darkness of shame into the light of victory. When he finally accomplishes what he wanted his whole life, Justin reaches out to his family in a special way on Christmas Day. His gift to his wife, three daughters and son impacts them all for a lifetime.

Drawing from true events in her own childhood, author Diane Craver captivates the reader from page one to a stunning climax which will touch your heart and effect your life forever in this must-read story of love's triumph over adversity.

“...truly an inspiring story for readers, young and old alike.” ~~Coffee Time Romance

“A wonderful story that will really touch your heart. I highly recommend it.” ~~Seriouslyreviewed.blogspot.com


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Book Winner!

11/28/2023

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Congratulations to Doris Lankford for winning my book newsletter contest! She will receive a print copy of THE AMISH MOTHER'S SECRET!
https://www.amazon.com/Amish-Mothers-Secret.../dp/B0BMNZJLLS
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Elena's 10th Birthday

11/16/2023

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Yesterday was our granddaughter Elena's Birthday!!!! We celebrated on Sat. and had wings, salad, and chips. My daughter-in-law made her beautiful birthday cake! She is beautiful and sweet! 
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National Author's Day!

11/1/2023

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I had forgotten about there being a national author's day! Lisa and Carol posted it on Facebook and tagged me! I told my hubby this afternoon about what today is and he said, "That's why I took you out to breakfast this morning. We went to Bob Evan's and my french toast with the apple topping was delicious! 
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New Review for An Unexpected Gift!

10/13/2023

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From reviewer: Diane Pramberger
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Recommended and rated this book
5 stars
When I see a Diane Craver book coming out, my heart skips because I know it will be a WINNER and this one did not disappoint.I could not put this down!!! Every time I said one more chapter, I couldn’t stop and I just had to know what was going on! “An Unexpected Gift” is the second book in The Amish Adoption series. Jenna and her husband are trying for a baby. She meets Isabella, who just lost her fiancée in an accident and is pregnant. Isabella is not sure if she should keep her baby or not. I was guessing what would happen until the end! I like how Diane brought back all of the other characters from her first story. There were two secondary stories with Lindsay and Phoebe. They were also wonderful. I can’t wait for the next book to come out! I am guessing that it will focus on Amy, the third sister.

It's available in ebook and paperback! 
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Rosanna's Gift!

10/12/2023

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I am so glad I read Rosanna's Gift. The characters are well-written. Rosanna Mast is a remarkable and loving young woman. As midwives, Rosanna and her mother Sarah took care of Jane as she gave birth to a beautiful baby girl.  Jane (probably not her real name) didn't even name her newborn, so Rosanna named her Mollie. Sarah and Rosanna are shocked when Jane has legal papers with Rosanna listed as the mother. Jane isn't Amish but she wants Mollie to be raised by the single Amish young woman. Rosanna impressed me throughout the book as she took on the responsibility of raising another mother's baby. Rosanna's best friend, Emma, added humor to the story with her efforts to get Rosanna to continue to attend youth get-togethers. Rosanna's romantic interest is Henry Zook and he is unworthy of her. I rooted for Paul Hertzler to become important to Rosanna. He has all the qualities that Henry seems to lack. When the aunt wishes to adopt Mollie, there are funny moments with her attempts to "mother" baby Mollie. Rosanna's faith during her journey as a young mother touched my heart. I highly recommend Rosanna's Gift as an outstanding book to read.

To purchase a copy of ROSANNA'S GIFT, click on the above book cover to go to Amazon! It is available in Kindle Unlimited or you can purchase a copy! 
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Dreams of Plain Daughters - 4 book series  - free on KU!

10/9/2023

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I decided it was time to take these ebooks off the other market sites. The ebooks are available for free if you have a Kindle Unlimited subscription! If you don't, you can still purchase each book for $3.99. The paperback editions are also available on the market sites, such as Barnes & Noble. 

BUY HERE
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Last 4 Blog Stops of my CL Blog Tour!

9/18/2023

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For a chance to win a $25 Gift Card to Amazon and a print copy of The Amish Mother's Secret, visit the remaining posts of my tour! You can still go back to the earlier ones and comment on them too! 

​Click on the following blog posts! 


For Him and My Family, September 19

Cover Lover Book Review, September 20

JESUS in the EVERYDAY, September 21

Books I’ve Read, September 22

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Craft Show - Saturday!!!!

9/15/2023

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I'll be selling my new releases - The Amish Mother's Secret and An Unexpected Gift, Books 1 and 2 of the  Amish Adoption Series! 

My self-published books will be available - Dreams of Plain Daughters Series and The Bishop Daughter's Series! I have some non-Amish books too! 

And don't forget about my Celebrate Lit Blog Tour - links are listed in the previous blog post! The giveaway for the winner of the tour is a $25 Amazon gift card and a print copy of The Amish Mother's Secret! 

​Today I'm here! 
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Celebrate Blog Tour - Blog Stops and Dates listed!

8/30/2023

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I hope you visit the blogs during my Celebrate Lit tour! I am giving away an Amazon $25 Gift Card plus a paperback copy of The Amish Mother's Secret! I don't pick the winner and will be given the winner name's after the tour ends! 

Blog Stops

Debbie’s Dusty Deliberations, September 9
Texas Book-aholic, September 10
Mary Hake, September 10
Lighthouse Academy Blog, September 11 (Guest Review from Marilyn Ridgway)
Locks, Hooks and Books, September 12
Connie’s History Classroom, September 13
Abba’s Prayer Warrior Princess, September 14
Splashes of Joy, September 14
Bizwings Book Blog, September 15
Happily Managing a Household of Boys, September 16
The Book Club Network, September 17
Truth and Grace Homeschool Academy, September 18
Vicky Sluiter, September 18
For Him and My Family, September 19
Cover Lover Book Review, September 20
JESUS in the EVERYDAY, September 21
Books I’ve Read, September 22

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    I write Amish fiction, Christian fiction, Historical Christian fiction, Contemporary Romances, and Chick-Lit Mystery. I am a wife, mother, and grandmother. I have 6 wonderful children and 6 adorable grandchildren. I give thanks to God for being a cancer survivor!

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