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A Face In The Clouds
A Woodland Church Bonus Story
Has Released To Amazing Reader Reviews:
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Will a quest for the truth lead him to a miracle...
and the love of a lifetime? Edit Text

Readers Share Their Enjoyment
of Marianne's Faith Affirming Fiction...

 Absolutely amazing. I cannot say enough about A Face In The Clouds. Everyone needs to read it. Five stars. I'd award it six stars if that was an option!
Mary Manners

Every word of this story is delivered with powerful impact. Do yourself a favor and do not miss A Face In The Clouds!
Delia Latham

Evans does it again. Grabbing the attention right from the start, it doesn't let up until you turn the last page. Paul's struggles with what is seen vs unseen is something everyone can empathize with.
Clare Revell

I couldn't put the book down! And the ending? Oh so sweet. If you want another great read by Marianne Evans, you won't be disappointed.
Dora Hiers

03/15/2011

~~~ ~~~ ~~~ AWARD NEWS ~~~ ~~~ ~~~

Hearts Surrender
Christian Small Publishers Association
Book of the Year Nominee - Fiction Category

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Hearts Crossing
Gayle Wilson Award of Excellence
Finalist, Best Novella of 2010
Southern Magic Chapter (Birmingham, AL) of RWA

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Don’t forget—Hearts Communion and Hearts Key, books 3 and 4 of the Woodland Series will be coming to you soon from White Rose Publishing.
Stay tuned for release dates and further information!
 
 
Woodland Church...nourishing faith, nurturing love
 
 
 
 

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Hearts Crossing
 
'What a wonderful story of faith and love. We all wish to believe in miracles and hate when life throws a wrench into our plans. Sometimes we do not see the overall picture, but God does. Ms Evans shares her stories with a touch so gentle that you are immersed in a world of wonder and cannot help but enjoy. This reader is ready for another sampling of Ms Evans' work.'
 
5 Cups
Matilda, Coffee Time Romance
 
 
 
Hearts Surrender
 
'Kiara Jordan and Ken Lucerne struggle with feelings and self doubts that many of us can readily relate to. Each come to the relationship with burdens and beliefs forged in previous relationships and life experiences, making their growth and the power of God’s guidance and love even more vivid and powerful. Hearts Surrender goes beyond mere happy endings, leaving the reader inspired and grateful for God’s love in all our lives. I can’t wait for the next Woodland book to be published!'
 
5 Clovers / Recommended Read
Crystal, Kwips & Kritiques
 
 

08/27/10

HEARTS SURRENDER RELEASE INFORMATION
AND VIDEO TRAILER

COVER ART FOR
HEARTS COMMUNION AND HEARTS KEY
BOOKS 3 AND 4 OF THE WOODLAND SERIES

In conjunction with the release of Hearts Surrender on September 3rd,
a video trailer is available for viewing in the 'Video Book Trailers' section of the site.

Advance reviews are coming in, and reaction is leaving Marianne more excited than ever to share
Ken and Kiara's love story with those who have awaited this sequel to
Hearts Crossing.

Sherry Kuhn at Loves to Read Novels says:

Hearts Surrender was a beautiful and endearing love story! One I could not put down and won't soon forget! It played out like a beautiful song that starts off soft and quiet and ends in a perfect crescendo! The chemistry between Kiara and Ken was absolute magic. I loved watching them grow through the whole story.

Lisa Lickel at The Book Club Network says:

Hearts Surrender is a well-done romantic read with real questions and satisfying answers. I enjoyed Evans’s great phrases such as “cd-skip conversation” and the precious observation that Kiara makes: “No man has ever forced me to look so long, and so hard, at who I am, and who I want to become.” Readers of gentle inspiring romances will thoroughly enjoy the author’s clear settings and well-rounded characters, as well as be intrigued by the first book in the series. A hint at the third book will cause a line up to wait for its release.

Those next releases are coming soon.
Here is the cover art from White Rose Publishing for
Hearts Communion and Hearts Key:


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07/08/10

HEARTS SURRENDER AND THE WOODLAND SERIES ...
IT'S OFFICAL!!!

Today Marianne signed contracts for The Woodland Series, coming to you soon from White Rose Publishing!

Editor Nicola Martinez contracted Hearts Surrender shortly after the publication of Hearts Crossing. At that time, Marianne sent her information about two more books she had underway - Hearts Communion and Hearts Key.
A short time later, Marianne received word that White Rose 
would publish The Woodland Series.

Following up with characters you meet in Hearts Crossing, Hearts Surrender is book 2 of the series, though Marianne promises,
each story stands on its own just beautifully. 

5/24/10

Marianne was recently hosted by Biggby Coffee in Madison Heights
for a Hearts Crossing booksigning event. 

Marianne says:

'I can't tell you how nervous, and excited I was about this signing event! As a writer, nothing brings greater satisfaction that having the opportunity to meet the people who read your books. That understood, though, you don't want to be sitting there all alone, that's for sure!

Biggby Coffee could not have possibly been more gracious and accommodating.  The Saturday morning event took place at a large, front table of the shop.
There were a couple give aways, some sweet-treats and fresh flowers -
and best of all, a steady stream of friends, family and fans made their way inside for some conversation, writing updates, and great coffee.

Daniel Bora, who heads up the Biggby Coffee Shop in Madison Heights, has my everlasting patronage, and I'm eager to have another event at his shop!'



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03/28/2010 

HEARTS CROSSING REVIEWS & PURCHASING

Limited print editions of Hearts Crossing
are available for purchase via this website for $6.00 per copy.

Contact us via the Guest Book link below if you're interested in a copy. We will connect with you from there
about payment options.

Meantime, remember, you can always visit White Rose Publishing to order your electronic edition today, and have it to read, and enjoy, instantly!

PURCHASE HEARTS CROSSING HERE

Marianne wants to share the
enthusiastic reviews that keep coming in for Hearts Crossing!

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Packs a lot of power!     Nights and Weekends Reviews

A Night Owl Reviews TOP PICK!     Night Owl Reviews

4 1/2Clovers!   Kwips and Kritiques Reviews

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5 Stars

Heart's Crossing was a wonderful read! Collin's story
was fantastic!! The characters were very compelling. Her story held me
from beginning to end. This was, to me, a true love story!!
Judy Cox

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5 Stars


I love what Marianne did with the story, as well as with the characters. I was quickly swept away with Collin’s story. The story was well written with a wonderful story line.  I hope…there will be a continuance. There could be quite a series in the making. Hearts Crossing is a wonderful, heart warming story.

Kim Morris

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5 Stars


Marianne's prose is a delight to read in itself, but the story is equally compelling. It is a pure and honest story about love, doubt, trust and faith which really touches the heart.  A highly recommended read.
Megan Johns

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5 Stars
 

You will find yourself drawn into Davney and Collin's story by Marianne's realistic, complex characters and their heart-tugging journey. Trust, faith and an unconditional friendship intertwine to lead two people to love.

Lisa Drummond


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4 Stars

I love the way Ms. Evans incorporated everything abou tthe cover
and the bare-bones synopsis WEhite Rose Publishing provided for this contest
into the actual story.
A wonderful read.
Pamela S. Thibodeaux

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02/14/2010 

There's A Lot to Report On!

In honor of Valentine's Day, Marianne gave away a print copy of Hearts Crossing
to Sherry Kuhn, a member of her Facebook Fan page.

Congratulations, Sherry! We hope you enjoy your signed copy!


01/29/2010 
Hearts Crossing Contest Winners Announced

Congratulations to

Judy Cox
&
Tracey D

We hope you enjoy your copies of Hearts Crossing!

To everyone - thank you for stopping by.

For more, please visit White Rose Publishing to order your copy today!

Purchase Hearts Crossing

01/22/2010 
Hearts Crossing is Set for Release
One Week From Today!
Enter Marianne's Contest to Win a Copy

It's the easiest thing ever ...
All you have to do is sign the guestbook!
You might want to offer a comment on the trailer
(seen below!)
or give an opinion on the excerpt 
(you can find it in the "Releases" section!)

Then, on January 29th - the "birthday" of
Hearts Crossing - Marianne is 
choosing TWO winners who will receive
a free copy of this inspirational novella.
 
Daveny & Collin's story is all about the healing, and
redemptive power of faith in God - which blooms when combined with the love of two extraordinary people.

We hope you enjoy Hearts Crossing.
For more, please visit 
www.whiterosepublishing.com

12/26/2009 
Hearts Crossing

On December 21st, Marianne was awarded 
a book contract with White Rose Publishing as the result of winning a writing contest sponsored by the publisher.

Hearts Crossing is Marianne's first venture into the genre of inspirational romance, and her novella is scheduled for release on January 29, 2010.

The cover art can be seen below.  
Also, a story blurb and excerpt can be found in the "Releases" section of this site.  Please enjoy this heartwarming, award-winning romance about the redemptive, life-changing power of FAITH!
 


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04/18/2009 
Cover Art - With This Kiss



Just a few days ago The Wild Rose Press furnished Marianne with what you see below - the absolutely gorgeous cover for her late 2009 release, With This Kiss

Let her know what you think of it...she's thrilled, and eager for a release date which is yet to be determined by her editor.

Coming soon?  A trailer! Watch for a video promo of
 With This Kiss
sometime in the next few weeks.
 
(and don't forget - there's an excerpt from this heart-stealing Chirstmas story in the "Releases" section of the site)

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03/28/2009 
Marianne has launched the "W.I.P. IT" section of the website!


Want to know what Marianne is working on next? Check out the newly developed "WIP IT" section of the site. Let her know what you think by leaving a comment in her guestbook.

Expect a release date for With This Kiss from The Wild Rose Press to be provided shortly. We're about ready to enter the editing process, and Marianne is tremendously excited to be working with this powerful, up and coming publisher of all things romantic!

(Remember - there's an excerpt posted under the "Releases" section of the site for you to check out)

03/10/2009 
Marianne Evans has joined the Wild Rose Press family


Her novella, With This Kiss will be a late 2009 release under their Champagne Rosebud imprint. (Yes, this news is so "new" that there isn't an exact release date yet Please come back for more details as they come in. Updates will be posted here promptly)

With This Kiss is, in succinct terms, the story of love as a "thunderbolt" - an undeniable pull toward someone who helps you turn a corner on your entire way of life.

Set in New York and East Rutherford New Jersey, it's a novella full of Italian family fun, tender-hearted love and a hero and heroine who make their way to one another despite daunting obsticles. 

Look for it soon!