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Thursday, July 20, 2017

Amber Schamel, Christian Historical Fiction


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DAWN OF LIBERTY
by Amber Schamel


Amber Schamel writes riveting stories that bring
Amber Schamel
HIStory to life. She has a passion for travel, history, books and her Savior. This combination results in what her readers call "historical fiction at its finest." Her title, Dawn of Liberty, was awarded the 2017 CSPA Book of the Year award in Historical Fiction. She lives in Colorado and spends half her time volunteering in the Ozarks. Visit her online and download a FREE story by subscribing to her Newsletter!
Welcome, Amber. What is your favorite dessert? If you don’t like sweets. What is your favorite meal?
I love ice cream. It’s a family weakness. Chocolate comes next. Have you ever had chocolate covered coffee beans? I declare! Love those things.

 How do people react when they find out you write?
Hahaha. I wish I could capture the look on their face. They’re usually surprised. Sometimes doubtful. I’m still pretty young, and I look even younger, so when you’re looking at me going, ‘she’s gotta be...what? Sixteen?’ and then hear I write books. Priceless. 

 Very similar to the reaction I get when I tell them I’m 26. They almost don’t believe me. But, hey, I found eternal life when I was 16 and I haven’t aged since. ;)

 Do you type or write by hand? Computer? Typewriter? Legal pad?
I have a beautiful typewriter that a friend gave me, but I rarely use it for writing stories. I use it for letters. 

 When it comes to my stories, it’s usually on my faithful laptop who I affectionately call “Qwerty.” If I get stuck, sometimes I’ll pull out the old fashioned notebook to get the creative juices flowing again.

 Lighting Round:
Vacation: Beach or Mountains? Mountains. Unless you can get both. Ever seen Seattle?

 Y’all or You Guys? Both. Because I spend a lot of time in AR and CO, so I end up with both. LOL. 

 Biscuits or Dinner Roll? Yes, please. ;) 

 Spring, summer, winter, or fall? Fall. 

 Laptop or Desktop? Laptop!

 Mug or teacup? Mug. Teacups are too tiny for this gal.

 Please tell us a little about your novel, Dawn of Liberty. 
I’m super excited because this title won the 2017 CSPA Book of the year award in April. 

 Liberty comes with a price. Can a fledgling
nation bear the cost?

 British forces advance upon a struggling colonial army. The time of decision has come. Declare independence, or give up the fight. The weight of a nation rests on Samuel Adams' shoulders as he joins the delegates of the Second Continental Congress. Can he raise the cause of Liberty above the fear of the King's wrath in the hearts of his countrymen?

 Three riveting short stories follow Samuel Adams as he struggles through the events surrounding the Declaration of Independence and evokes the Dawn of Liberty.

 Where can readers find you online?
My newsletter first off. That’s where you’ll get the best stuff including a FREE story for signing up. But you’ll find me almost everywhere. I love to chat with readers and make new friends.
Website
Blog - Stitches Thru Time 
Blog - Heroes, Heroines & History
Blog - Amber's HIStory blog    
Facebook
Twitter
Pinterest
Goodreads
Amazon

 Where can readers purchase Dawn of Liberty?
Amazon
Barnes and Noble
Smashwords
Abe Books

You should also be able to order it from your favorite library or bookstore.

 Any parting comment? 
Thank you so much for hosting me, Jo! It’s so fun to stop by your place and chat with you guys.  :) Now I’d love to hear from ya’ll!

 What is one thing that surprises most people about you? Or something not everyone would know?

Amber, thanks for visiting with my readers and me. Amber is offering an eBook copy of Dawn of Liberty to one commenter to this blog post.

 Commenters, to enter the book drawing please leave your comment on this post through July 25, 2017 and remember to leave your email address so I can contact you if you’re the winner.
The winner of last Thursday’s blog post for a copy of Mermaid's Song by Darlene Franklin is Anne. I’ll email you. Thanks all for commenting. Watch for more book giveaways.

 Till next time … keep on smiling. 

My latest book has released – Unraveled, a novella. Here is the cover, and you can read more about the book here. You can read the first chapter of the book on my website.




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  1. Amber SchamelJuly 20, 2017 at 8:51 AM

    Thanks so much for hosting me, Jo! I'm excited to visit with your readers today.

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  2. LoriJuly 20, 2017 at 11:58 AM

    what a fun interview. people used to say that about my age also, I totally get it. Now that my hair is white, I often get, did you go white early? haha. I love history and this sounds wonderful. thanks for sharing.
    quilting dash lady at Comcast dot net

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    1. Jo HuddlestonJuly 20, 2017 at 2:03 PM

      Lori, glad you enjoyed the interview with Amber. Thanks for commenting.

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    2. Amber SchamelJuly 20, 2017 at 2:04 PM

      Hi Lori!
      So nice you stopped by today! I guess I will appreciate the young comments later.
      Did you get my email?

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  3. Ann EllisonJuly 20, 2017 at 1:52 PM

    Fun interview and sounds like a good book. One thing about me is that I was on a Jewish dance team quite a few years ago. It was really fun learning the dances.

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    1. Jo HuddlestonJuly 20, 2017 at 2:04 PM

      Ann, glad you enjoyed the interview with Amber. Thanks for leaving your comment.

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    2. Amber SchamelJuly 20, 2017 at 2:05 PM

      Jewish dance is so much fun! A great work-out too. I have some messianic friends that taught us. :)

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  4. MHJuly 21, 2017 at 7:00 AM

    Thanks for the nice interview. Would love to read her book. I've heard so much about the author but haven't had the opportunity to read her books yet.

    mindyhoungATmsnDOTcom

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    1. MHJuly 21, 2017 at 7:00 AM

      Oh, and I'm a follower.

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    2. Amber SchamelJuly 21, 2017 at 11:10 AM

      Hi Mindy! Thanks for stopping by. I hope you get a chance to read Dawn of Liberty. :)
      If you'd like to sample my writing, you can get a free story by subscribing to my newsletter.
      http://www.amberschamel.com/newsletter-signup.html

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    3. Jo HuddlestonJuly 21, 2017 at 5:59 PM

      Mindy, you're welcome. I appreciate you following my blog, and thanks for commenting.

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  5. AnonymousJuly 21, 2017 at 11:50 AM

    fun interview! Shelia sheliarha64(at)yahoo(dot)com

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    1. Jo HuddlestonJuly 21, 2017 at 6:00 PM

      Shelia, glad you enjoyed the interview with Amber. Thanks for commenting.

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  6. PaulaJuly 21, 2017 at 1:43 PM

    I love history and this seems very interesting! Thanks. paulams49ATsbcglobalDOTnet

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    1. Jo HuddlestonJuly 21, 2017 at 6:00 PM

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    2. Jo HuddlestonJuly 21, 2017 at 6:02 PM

      Paula, thanks for stopping by and leaving your comment.

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    3. Amber SchamelJuly 22, 2017 at 5:15 PM

      Hello Paula!
      Thanks for dropping in. It's always fun to meet other lovers of history. :)

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    4. PaulaJuly 23, 2017 at 10:37 PM

      I am a follower!

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  7. debra lindquistJuly 21, 2017 at 4:03 PM

    What an interesting interview. Your book sounds really good - would love to read it.
    debralindquist1ATgmailDOTcom

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    1. Jo HuddlestonJuly 21, 2017 at 6:03 PM

      Debra, glad you enjoyed the interview with Amber. Thanks for commenting.

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    2. Amber SchamelJuly 22, 2017 at 5:16 PM

      Hi Debra!
      Jo asks some fun questions, doesn't she? :D
      I'm pleased you stopped by to say hello. I hope you get a chance to read Sam's story.

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  8. Karen HadleyJuly 21, 2017 at 5:33 PM

    I enjoy this time in history.karenskrayons@gmail.com

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    1. Jo HuddlestonJuly 21, 2017 at 6:03 PM

      Karen, thanks for coming by and leaving your comment.

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    2. Amber SchamelJuly 22, 2017 at 5:18 PM

      Hello Karen!
      Oh, I do too! There are so many good stories and heroes during the Revolutionary War period.
      Thanks for stopping by! Best wishes in the giveaway.

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  9. bestwineforlast godsgirlJuly 21, 2017 at 6:16 PM

    Sounds like an interesting book! bestwineforlastAToutlookDOTcom

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    1. Amber SchamelJuly 22, 2017 at 5:19 PM

      Thank you! I hope you get a chance to read it. Thanks for coming by.

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    2. Jo HuddlestonJuly 22, 2017 at 9:08 PM

      Thanks for stopping by and leaving your comment

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  10. Donna McCoyJuly 21, 2017 at 8:23 PM

    I would love to be a winner of the book DAWN OF LIBERTY by Amber Schamel. I love books about historical events and this is right up my alley. I have my fingers crossed. Bless you for the giveaway.

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    1. Amber SchamelJuly 22, 2017 at 5:20 PM

      Hello, Donna! I'm so glad to meet you here on Jo's blog. As a history lover myself, I love books that feature historical events too. I think you will really enjoy Sam's story. I hope you get a chance to read it.

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    2. Jo HuddlestonJuly 22, 2017 at 9:09 PM

      Donna, thanks for coming by to comment.

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  11. WritePathwayJuly 22, 2017 at 11:11 AM

    Sounds like a great book for someone like me who loves historical novels. Thank you for sharing so many good books with us, Jo. I'm a long time follower.annknowles03(at)aol(dot)com

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    1. Amber SchamelJuly 22, 2017 at 5:21 PM

      Yes, ma'am! I've even heard tales of a few folks who usually don't like history enjoying the book. It's all a part of my conspiracy to make everyone in the world love history as much as I do. ;)

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    2. Jo HuddlestonJuly 22, 2017 at 9:10 PM

      Ann, you're welcome. Thanks for following my blog and for commenting!

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  12. Sally DJuly 23, 2017 at 8:50 AM

    I love the interview. Oh to look so young again! Historical fiction is my favorite. Thanks Jo for the blog. sallydav45(at)gmail(dot)com

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    1. Amber SchamelJuly 24, 2017 at 10:42 AM

      Hello, Sally! Thanks for stopping by. Historical fiction is the best. :)

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    2. Jo HuddlestonJuly 24, 2017 at 11:16 AM

      Sally, you're welcome. Thanks for coming by to leave your comment.

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  13. SonjaJuly 30, 2017 at 9:28 PM

    So the question was, one was one thing that surprises people about you. I would have to say that it's the fact that I am an immigrant from East Germany and came as refugees from behind the iron curtain. The book sounds great would love to read it! sonja dot nishimoto at gmail dot com

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    1. Amber SchamelJuly 31, 2017 at 9:42 AM

      Wow, that is fascinating, Sonja! I would love to hear some of your stories.

      Thanks for stopping by!

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