Mar 4, 2025

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April Iacuzzi


Welcome to... 

 Hope-Inspired Stories 

For those who enjoy stories that uplift and encourage... 

We welcome author Penny Zeller with her upcoming release:

Heart of Courage

...A Christian Historical Romance and next in the 

Hearts of the West Collection 

A happily-ever-after, faith-filled romance 

by award-winning author, 

Penny Zeller.

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A new life awaits her...if she can find the courage.

In the spring of 1885, LilyBeth Engel makes the courageous decision to run from everything she's known. She boards a train and goes as far as her meager funds will take her with her young son in tow. With nothing but the clothes on her back, the baby in her arms, her Bible, and a skill for sewing beautiful dresses, LilyBeth determines to succeed with the Lord's help and dogged determination.

Barrett MacCallum owns one of the largest ranches in Hilltop in the Montana Territory. He also owns several of the businesses on the main street. When a woman asks to rent one of his businesses for her new dress shop, he's amenable, even if it means charging the woman less rent because she's obviously destitute.

When Barrett begins to fall in love with LilyBeth, will she have the courage to allow herself to love again with so much at stake?

Heart of Courage is a faith-filled, tender romance with the reminder that God guides our every step.

Coming March 11, 2025, from the award-winning, bestselling author of the Wyoming Sunrise, Horizon, Hollow Creek, Love Letters from Ellis Creek, and Montana Skies Christian Historical Romance Series.

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Author: Penny Zeller

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Do you enjoy reading Historical novels? What is your favorite kind of book to read? Leave a comment, become a follower--and learn more about Penny's Hearts of the West novella. 

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Prizes from Hope-Inspired Stories!
  • First Place: a $50 Amazon gift card 

  • Second Place: "Farm & Country" Spring Wreath  



"Farm and Country Wreath" ~ by Sarah Lockerby

...and third prize: a copy of Heart of Beauty!

Winners will be announced by mid-March. Open to U.S. residents only.

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Also included in the Hearts of the West Series...by yours truly! Keep those reviews and ratings coming to Amazon. We're all very grateful!


"We have this hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure." Hebrews 6:19


Thank you...and may you all be blessed and inspired!
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44 comments:

  1. Penny ZellerMarch 5, 2025 at 7:32 AM

    Thank you so much for hosting the Heart of Courage giveaway! I'm excited to see who wins!

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  2. Diane EstrellaMarch 8, 2025 at 6:50 AM

    This looks like a good series. I just ordered Patience's book on Amazon. Thank you for featuring this series. Congrats to all the authors!
    dianemestrella at gmail dto com

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    1. Patience O'Brien March 17, 2025 at 7:14 PM

      Hi Diane--Thanks so much for being a follower - and supporting the guest authors here. Much appreciated!

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  3. Madisyn CarlinMarch 9, 2025 at 3:43 PM

    Historical romance is my second favorite genre, although if a book is clean and contains faith, I'm willing to consider trying it. Thank you for hosting this giveaway!

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    1. Patience O'Brien March 17, 2025 at 7:17 PM

      Hi Madisyn--Thank you for stopping in and leaving your comment--best wishes on your future releases.

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  4. Barb DMarch 11, 2025 at 10:43 AM

    Yes, I enjoy historical romance, (clean) with interesting facts about the time period interwoven in the story!

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  5. AnonymousMarch 11, 2025 at 10:44 AM

    I cannot wait to read this book, and I am keeping my hands folded and heart bowed praying for the giveaway!

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  6. jenlynericksonMarch 11, 2025 at 10:46 AM

    Historical fiction is my favorite and YOU are one of my favorite HF authors, Penny Zeller! I love how your interweave faith and love into the tapestry of story! Count me in for the giveaway!

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  7. JoyMarch 11, 2025 at 10:51 AM

    If a book is uplifting and a story of hope with faith included, it is my kind of book! Thank you for doing this giveaway!

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  8. AnonymousMarch 11, 2025 at 10:58 AM

    Thank you for the chance to win such great prizes. The book cover is beautiful.

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  9. pyrolillyMarch 11, 2025 at 11:01 AM

    I love historical romance.

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  10. Marilynn CrelierMarch 11, 2025 at 11:04 AM

    What a special giveaway! The wreath is gorgeous! Thank you for this opportunity to enter! Blessings!

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  11. Roxanne C.March 11, 2025 at 11:07 AM

    What a wonderful story—I need to check out the series as well. This is my absolutely favorite genre, and I am glad to have discovered this blog as well. Thank you for the generous giveaway.

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  12. AnonymousMarch 11, 2025 at 11:19 AM

    I enjoy learning history through a good romance. Heart of Courage sounds fascinating! I love the “run away” angle.

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  13. AnonymousMarch 11, 2025 at 11:32 AM

    Christian Historical fiction.

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  14. Anita YanceyMarch 11, 2025 at 12:10 PM

    I love historical romance if they are clean and really love them if they have a message of faith.

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  15. AmeliaMarch 11, 2025 at 12:33 PM

    I like historical fiction.

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  16. Beth ReimerMarch 11, 2025 at 12:49 PM

    I enjoy reading historical romances

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  17. AnonymousMarch 11, 2025 at 12:58 PM

    I love reading historical novels! I enjoy all kinds of romance reads. I also really appreciate biographies, reference books, photography collections, and memoirs.

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  18. AnonymousMarch 11, 2025 at 1:07 PM

    I don’t usually like romance novels, but I do like historical fiction, so I have found that I like historical romance, especially Christian historical romance. My favorite genre (for the last several years) is fantasy. Thank you for the giveaway. The system wouldn’t let me comment with my Google account.

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  19. AnonymousMarch 11, 2025 at 1:41 PM

    Sounds like a good read! I’m excited about this series :)

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  20. AnonymousMarch 11, 2025 at 1:44 PM

    Yes I enjoy Historical novels, you know when I was growing up , I did not like my History class at all, but Historical authors make it much more exciting for me, I really enjoy it, so a Big Thank you to Historical authors, especially fiction stories . Thank you so much for the chance. ALICIA HANEY. aliciabhaney(at)sbcglobal(dot)net

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  21. Kim in NCMarch 11, 2025 at 1:47 PM

    I just love Penny Zeller. A wonderful giveaway.

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  22. AnonymousMarch 11, 2025 at 2:00 PM

    I love any books by Penny Zeller! Thanks for the giveaway opportunity.
    Gail Hollingsworth
    tumcsec@gmail.com

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  23. Bridgette ShippyMarch 11, 2025 at 2:01 PM

    This book sounds interesting, Thank you for the giveaway opportunity!

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  24. Christy MaurerMarch 11, 2025 at 2:21 PM

    I love Inspirational Historical Romance! I enjoy different eras. Lately I've been reading Regency. Sometimes I'm in the mood for WWII, and other times I want to read about the old west!

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  25. AnonymousMarch 11, 2025 at 2:44 PM

    Looking forward to reading more from Penny. Many blessings.

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  26. AnonymousMarch 11, 2025 at 4:50 PM

    Yes I really enjoy reading historical romance. I enjoy learning how people lived in the past. Heart of courage sounds like a wonderful story!

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  27. Girl with PenMarch 11, 2025 at 5:04 PM

    Thank you for hosting the giveaway. I really enjoy reading historical romances. I love a good love story with some action.

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  28. MelMarch 11, 2025 at 5:33 PM

    Christian historical fiction or Christian suspense.

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  29. Lorraine Groom-AshmoreMarch 11, 2025 at 5:37 PM

    I love historical fiction. It seems like I always learn something whatever the time period I'm reading about.

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  30. Anita KlaboeMarch 11, 2025 at 5:52 PM

    My favorite thing to read is cozy mysteries.

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  31. Miranda SummersetMarch 11, 2025 at 7:05 PM

    I love historical fiction the most.

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  32. Mackenzie HartingMarch 11, 2025 at 7:31 PM

    I love Historical fiction!

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  33. tpl4March 11, 2025 at 7:47 PM

    I guess my favorite is contemporary. But I haven’t read historical in a while, I should

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  34. Shelley BeachyMarch 12, 2025 at 3:23 AM

    Historical fiction is my favorite genre to read. I enjoy all time periods and enjoy the feeling of experiencing another era while reading.

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  35. MorrellMomMarch 12, 2025 at 5:14 AM

    Thanks for the opportunity to participate in these giveaways! 😊

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  36. MindyMarch 12, 2025 at 7:22 AM

    Love historical novels!! I also love a good mystery =D
    Thanks for the chance to win!

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  37. StephMarch 12, 2025 at 4:05 PM

    I love reading historical novels, especially inspirational books. Historical books based off of true events and people are some of my favorites to read.

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  38. AnonymousMarch 13, 2025 at 6:53 AM

    I love historical stories about the west and the Rockies. For some reasons wagon trains intrigue me. Pauline

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  39. WandaMarch 13, 2025 at 3:19 PM

    I love to read Romance - Historical (any time period), Contemporary, Suspense or Mystery. I also like stories with a bit of humor. After all, life can be pretty funny sometimes.

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  40. AnonymousMarch 16, 2025 at 4:18 AM

    I love reading historical novels. Thanks for the giveaway.

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  41. Christi ChirpichMarch 16, 2025 at 7:19 PM

    I love reading historical novels. Also, romantic suspense stories are some of my favorites. Thank you for the opportunity to win. Blessings, Christi Chirpich

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  42. AnonymousMarch 16, 2025 at 10:42 PM

    Historical novels are amongst my favorites. Peeks into the past are always intriguing. Thank you.

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