When you leave a comment on THIS post by 6 p.m. CT Sunday, June 16, 2013 you'll be entered in the DRAWING for a copy of the book mentioned below. If you mention in your comment that you’re a follower (see in the left column “Join This Site” and “Follow by Email”), I’ll add your name a second time in the drawing. You must be eighteen, have a U.S. mailing address, void where prohibited. You can read details about my book giveaways at Disclaimers.
Hope from the Past by Joi Copeland
Our
guest blogger today is Joi Copeland who is married, has three boys, and is
living the dream in Denver, Colorado. Joi loves being a wife and mom and also
enjoys spending time with friends over a good cup of coffee or tea. She's been
a Christian for over twenty years and is the author of Hope for Tomorrow and Hope
for the Journey. Joi has graciously given me a copy of her new novel, which one of the commenters will win.
JO: Please tell us a little about yourself.
JOI: I've been married for 14 years to a wonderful man and have three boys. We've lived in Denver for almost 5 years now, and I love it!
JO: What fun or unique things can you tell us about yourself that we don’t know?
JOI:
I
had an extra thumb on my right hand when I was born. My parents had it cut off,
but it was so rare at that time that the doctor put it in his medical books.
JO:
Please describe yourself with three words.
JOI:
Funny,
Christian, introvert
JO:
What do you enjoy doing when you’re not writing?
JOI:
Reading,
drinking coffee, spending time with family and friends.
JO:
How did you become involved in writing?
JOI:
I've
always loved writing. When I was younger, I wrote stories all of the time. My
family sat me down one day in 2008 and told me it was time for me to write. I
went to bed a few nights later and woke up with my first novel in my head, Hope for Tomorrow.
JO: Where do you write? Do you have a dedicated office or a corner
or nook in a room?
JOI: I normally sit in the corner of my couch with my
laptop or go to Starbucks. :)
JO:
Do you always know the
title of your books before you write them?
JOI: Nope. Sometimes it takes me a while.
JO:
Please tell us about Hope from the Past.
JOI: My newest title is Hope from the Past. It's
the third and final book in my Hope series. Arthur Hendrickson is running from
his past while Steven Sorenson plans his future, and his dad, Jake, just wants
to treasure each moment with his wife before the inevitable happens. Three men,
three lives, three stories combined into one.
JO:
What
takeaway value do you hope your readers receive after reading this book?
JOI: Hope. That's
what I desire for this series.
JO:
Where
did you get the idea for your book?
JOI: My father was
in Vietnam. This book is dedicated to him.
JO:
Did
you have to do any research for this book?
JOI: A little bit.
I had the opportunity of doing research for Emily's cancer and my dad's time in
Vietnam.
JO:
How
long have you been writing? When did you sell your first book?
JOI: I've been
writing since 2008. My first book was contracted in 2010. :)
JO:
What advice would you give
to writers who have been writing a few years but still haven’t interested an
agent or publisher in their novel?
JOI: Don't give up! God has a plan and a purpose.
JO:
What
are you working on now?
JOI: I'm working
on When Mercy Found Me and Sunshine in Spring. When Mercy
Found Me deals with a woman who will never get married and the struggles
she has. Sunshine in Spring is the sequel to Christmas Rayne.
It's a novella.
JO:
What advice would you give
to writers just starting out?
JOI: Join a critique group! They are so vital.
JO:
Please tell our readers
where they can get your book.
JOI: You can get any of my books on Amazon.com.
JO: Please tell our readers where they can find you online.
JO: Thanks for visiting with my readers today. And
thank you for giving me a copy of your new book, which one of the commenters to
this post will win in a drawing.
Remember: leave a comment on THIS post by 6 p.m. CT Sunday, June 16, 2013 and you'll be entered in the drawing for a copy of Hope from the Past by Joi Copeland. You must be eighteen, have a U.S. mailing address, void where prohibited. Please, please remember to leave your email address so that should you be the winner I can get in touch with you for your mailing address. I’ll announce the winner in Monday’s blog.
Till next time … keep on smiling.
Great interview. Enjoyed getting to know Joi better. pat at ptbradley dot com
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DeletePat, thanks for reading and leaving your comment. Good luck in the book drawing.
DeleteGreat interview! Your books sound awesome! emerald_barnes(at)yahoo(dot)com
ReplyDeleteEmerald, glad you enjoyed the interview. Thanks for leaving your comment. Good luck in the book drawing.
DeleteThanks, Emerald! I like your name. :) Matter of fact, I believe I used it in Hope for Today. :)
DeleteGreat interview would love to read Joi's book.
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Diana, glad you enjoyed the interview. Thanks for reading and leaving your comment. Good luck in the book drawing.
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DeleteGood to read interview and get to know her better and please pick me to win the book, never read her books before, i am a follower and i will like and share
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Shirley, thanks for coming by and leaving your comment. Glad you enjoyed the interview. Good luck in the book drawing.
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Deletethanks for the opportunity to get to know this author and her books
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Kim, glad you enjoyed the interview. Thanks for stopping by and leaving your comment. Good luck in the book drawing.
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DeleteI would love win a copy of this book. angelachesnut246@gmail.com
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DeleteI would love to win a copy of this book. Keeping fingers and toes crossed. Love to read. Bgauthier49@live.com.
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DeleteGood luck in the drawing! :) Thanks for reading!
DeleteI enjoy reading books about the Vietnam War; there is so much conflict to resolve. Thanks for having the giveaway. I also follow by email.
ReplyDeleteharnessrose(at)yahoo(dot)com
Hi Rose! My dad was in Vietnam, and it is so sad to see the pain he still goes through. Breaks my heart. Thanks for stopping by! :)
DeleteRose, you're welcome. Thanks for reading and commenting. I appreciate you following my blog. Good luck in the book drawing.
DeleteJoi Copeland is a new author for me. I will have to check on her books. Wonderful interview! I enjoy learning about new authors and their books. Thank you for sharing with us.
ReplyDeleteBarbara Thompson
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Hi Barbara! Thanks for stopping by and reading the interview. :) It was fun to do. :)
DeleteBarbara, glad you enjoyed the interview and also found a new author. Thanks for reading and commenting. Good luck in the book drawing.
DeleteI am a follower and I would love to win this book. I have a question for Joi, is she related to Lori Copeland?
ReplyDeleteajwbear@yahoo.com
Hi! No, I am not related to Lori Copeland, but I love her writing! I think I've read almost every book she's written! :) Thanks for asking!
DeleteGlad you came by and left a comment. Thanks so much for following my blog. Good luck in the book drawing.
DeleteJoi,your book sounds very interesting! love to win it! I'm a follower! sheliarha64@yahoo.com Shelia Hall
ReplyDeleteThank you! Hopefully you'll still enjoy it after you read it! :)
DeleteShelia, thanks for following my blog. Glad you stopped by and left your comment. Good luck in the book drawing.
DeleteThanks for the chance to read this wonderful novel...I'm a follower, too :)
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Thanks, Karen! I appreciate you taking the time to stop by!
DeleteKaren, thanks for reading and leaving your comment. So glad you're a follower of my blog. Good luck in the book drawing.
DeleteI love meeting authors like this. kathae at jacobfam dot net
ReplyDeleteThanks, Kathae! I love doing interviews! It's so much fun! :)
DeleteGlad you enjoyed the interview. Thanks for stopping by and leaving your comment. Good luck in the book drawing.
DeleteHey Everyone! Thanks so much for stopping by and leaving comments! If you have any questions, don't hesistate to ask! :) You can always email me at booksbyjoiatcopelandclandotcome, too. :)
ReplyDeleteI would really enjoy this book. The interview was very interesting too.
ReplyDeleteI am a follower.
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DeleteThanks for liking the interview. :) It's always special when someone says they enjoyed it! :)
DeleteI'm so glad to get to know Joi better.
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Jackie
joyfuljelatgmail(dot)com
Jackie, you're welcome. Glad you enjoyed the interview with Joi. Thanks for reading and leaving your comment. Good luck in the book drawing.
DeleteHi Jackie! Thanks for stopping b y! :) I'm sure you'll get to know me quite well in the near future! :)
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ReplyDeleteVeronica, you're welcome. Glad you enjoyed reading about Joi's book. I appreciate you following my blog. Thanks for commenting. Good luck in the book drawing.
DeleteHey Veronica, Thanks for stopping by! :) I appreciate it! :) Good luck! :)
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