SCAVENGER HUNT STOP #6 – How Stories Get Their Start

 

Christian Fiction Scavenger Hunt Stop #6

 

Welcome to the Christian Fiction Scavenger Hunt! If you’ve just discovered the hunt, be sure to start at Stop #1, and collect the clues through all the stops, in order, so you can enter to win one of our top 5 grand prizes!

  • The hunt BEGINS on 10/21 at noon MST with Stop #1 at LisaTawnBergren.com. 
  • Hunt through our loop using Chrome or Firefox as your browser (not Explorer).
  • There is NO RUSH to complete the hunt—you have all weekend (until Sunday, 10/24 at midnight MST)! So take your time, reading the unique posts along the way; our hope is that you discover new authors/new books and learn new things about them.
  • Submit your entry for the grand prizes by collecting the CLUE on each author’s scavenger hunt post and submitting your answer in the Rafflecopter form at the final stop, back on Lisa’s site. Many authors are offering additional prizes along the way!

 

Hey there and welcome! My name is Kimberley Woodhouse and I’m wife to Jeremy, mom to Josh and Kayla (Ruth and Steven), and Nana to the most adorable baby on the planet. I love all things story and when I’m not writing, you’ll find me reading, at my piano, playing golf with my hubby, or out in my kayak. My latest release (my 27th published book!) is an historical romance—A DEEP DIVIDE

Emma Grace has been running for years. She has nothing… and everything to lose.

 After being kidnapped as a child, Emma Grace has seen firsthand the devastation that greed causes, and she wants nothing to do with it. She sneaks away, planning to stay hidden even if it means always looking over her shoulder. Working as a Harvey Girl at the El Tovar Hotel at the Grand Canyon, she meets Ray Watkins. But someone is after her and she questions all she’s known to be true as her world is turned upside-down.

The Grand Canyon is one of my favorite places. Have you ever been there?

Authors are strange creatures. The creative process is different for each of us. You just never know how a story will spark in our minds. 

A Deep Divide started in mine over twelve years ago. The first spark came after asking the Rangers 500 million questions, I dared to ask, “How many people die in the Canyon each year?” Not that I’m a morbid person, I’m… simply curious. Then I found out there’s actually an entire book written about just that. It’s titled, Death in Grand Canyon. Imagine that. And yes, I bought the book. 😉 

But what really brought the series idea to life was an interpretive sign that gave a bit of history from the 1500s. (Picture below.) 

From there, my brain skittered in a thousand different directions. I wanted to use that somewhere in the Secrets of the Canyon series, and then I also wanted to use the Harvey Girls and the absolutely incredible, historic El Tovar Hotel which is still on the rim of the Canyon today. 

 

So with lots of mystery, history, and a cast of fun characters, the Secrets of the Canyon series was born. When Bethany House Publishers contracted it a decade later, I was overjoyed to get to bring you these stories.

 

Here’s the Stop #6 Basics:

If you’re interested, you can order A Deep Divide on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, CBD,  Baker Book House, or at your local bookstore! 

Clue to Write Down: for a 

Link to Stop #7, the Next Stop on the Loop: Renee Ryan’s site

 

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ADDITIONAL PRIZE!

Wait! Before you go, I’m offering three hardcover books to three entrants (US only  but audiobook links available for International entrants!)—if chosen as a winner, you may choose FOREVER HIDDEN or ENDLESS MERCY in hardcover. All you have to do is sign up to get my e-newsletter/blog (or note that you’re already a subscriber), additional entries for those who comment, follow me as an author on Goodreads, Bookbub, Facebook, Twitter, or on Instagram! 

Rafflecopter form below! 

 

a Rafflecopter giveaway

 

 

Thanks so much for stopping by!!!

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  5. I have read a couple of the Daughters of the Mayflower books and loved them. The Grand Canyon is an amazing demonstration of God’s power, majesty, and beauty. I’ve been there twice in my life and hope to visit it again one day. Thank you for the opportunity to win one of your books!

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  10. Hello! I can’t wait to read your newest release…sounds so intriguing! I have read many of your books and love them all. I was also super excited to see the pics of you and Tracie Peterson together recently. 😀
    No, I have never been to the Grand Canyon as of yet. Sadly.

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  16. I’ve never been to the Grand Canyon, but hopefully someday I can! Also, I’ve read the Heart of Alaska series which I really enjoyed.

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  18. The Grand Canyon is very special to me. I have been many times. It was in the depths of the Canyon here I fell in love with my husband.
    We own “Death in the Grand Canyon”. My great-uncle died in a commercial airlines’ crash over the Grand Canyon (mentioned in the book). His sister, my grandma, grieved his loss deeply and refused to ever board an airplane.
    I am so excited to read “A Deep Divide”! I have read several of your “Bride” stories and have “The Patriot Bride” to pick up from the library today ❤️.
    Thank you for being a part of the scavenger hunt!

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  24. I haven’t been to the Grand Canyon or read any of Kimberley’s books but I have several on my TBR. So many books, so little time!!

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  25. I have not been to the Grand Canyon yet, but it’s one destination I definitely want to go to! I’ve read several of your books Kimberly & just love your writing 🙂

    Thank you for participating in the hunt & for the extra prize giveaway chance!

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  26. Hi, thanks for the chance to win. I have read your books that you co-wrote with Tracie Peterson, I enjoyed them very much. I’m really looking forward to reading your book, I like to read books about the Harvey Girls. I have never been to the Grand Canyon .

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  28. I went to the Grand Canyon when I was 4 years old, so I barely remember anything 😀 Will definitely have to go again in the future!

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  30. I subscribed! I have never been to the Grand canyon but hope to someday. I have never read your books before but now that I found you, I will definitely be reading soon!!

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  34. How interesting! I’ve never been to the Grand Canyon, but I’d love to go. (The number-one place I’d like to go, however, is France!) I have read The Patriot Bride. ‘Twas good! I liked Franklin’s personality; he seemed like a jolly, fun person.

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  39. I have been to the four corners, but not the Grand Canyon and have read The Patriot Bride.
    and what a stunning cover as a bonus!

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  47. Look forward to these scavenger hunts and appreciate the effort it takes by all of you to do this for your readers!!!

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  49. I have not yet had the chance to go to the Grand Canyon. And I have not yet read one of your books, but I would like to!

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  50. I have greatly enjoyed visiting the Grand Canyon – the beautiful views plus the history! I have read several of Kimberly’s books.

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  52. I’ve been to the Grand Canyon and my husband also picked up that book about the deaths at the Grand Canyon. I’ve not yet read your books, but look forward to them soon.

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  53. I haven’t been to the Grand Canyon, but I’m retiring on January 4th, and it’s on my bucket list! I don’t think I’ve read any of your books, but I’m always looking for new authors to try, so I’m excited to find you, and all the others, here at the scavenger hunt. 🙂

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  55. Oh Kimberly. Both the books that you are giving away sound wonderful. I love the Grand Canyon it’s so picturesque it looks artificial. Your other series sound wonderful too. Thank you for the chance.

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  59. I’ve not been further west than Tulsa, OK but would love to see it one day! I’ve not read a book by you yet, Kimberley Woodhouse!

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  61. I have been to the Grand Canyon twice. I have read four of your books. All Things Hidden, Beyond the Silence, The Golden Bride and Race Against Time.

    Have a blessed week.

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  63. How interesting that the El Tovar Hotel still sits at the rim of the Grand Canyon! I read the Heart of Alaska series and thoroughly enjoyed it!

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  64. Yes, I’ve been to the Grand Canyon & Yes I’ve read several of your books. The Mayflower Bride, The Golden Bride, The Patriot Bride, and Bridge of Gold, probably others as well.

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  65. I have never had the opportunity to visit the Grand Canyon, and would love to do that some day. But I have had the opportunity to read Kimberly’s books, and I’ve thoroughly enjoyed them!

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  66. Yes, I’ve been to the Grand Canyon twice. It was lovely. However, I have never read any of Kimberley’s books, nor had I heard of her before this scavenger hunt. I’ll have to check her out.

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  71. I have been to the Grand Canyon; twice. Once with my family when I was a teenager. It was summer; it was hot; I was miserable! I don’t remember much about the trip other than being HOT! The second time was with my family of 6 when our kiddos were little. It was in December. We took a train ride into the Grand Canyon. It was beautiful! Lovely sunset; fun train ride. My kids (some ten years later) still talk about that trip.

    I have yet to read one of Kimberly Woodhouse’s books, but I’m looking forward to the privilege.

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  74. I visited the Grand Canyon about 65 years ago. I would love to visit again. I have some of Kimberly’s books in my TBR pile 🙂

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  76. Yes! I have been to the Grand Canyon. My husband talked me into getting a helicopter ride through the canyon. I was scared half to death, but it was an experience I will never forgot. Flying through the canyon was breathtaking. I haven’t read any of your books yet, but you are on my to-be-read list!

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  81. Yes, I have been to the Grand Canyon and hiked down to a hostile we stayed in and did some hiking when we were down there to the waterfalls. this was about 37 years ago!
    No, i have not read any of your books yet, but would love to!

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  82. Yes, I’ve been to the Grand Canyon> Rode the Grand Canyon Railway. Haven’t read any of Kimberly’s books, but have many on my TBR stack.

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  83. I can’t wait to get a chance to read A Deep Divide! I’m currently reading your The Patriot Bride and it’s the best of the series, so far! 😍

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  84. No, I’ve never been to the Grand Canyon. I can’t wait to get my hands on a copy of A Deep Divide! I’m currently reading your The Patriot Bride and it’s definitely my favorite of The Daughter’s of the Mayflower series so far! 😍

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  85. I went to the Grand Canyon for the first time this past summer. Breathtaking!
    I’ve read and reviewed The Mayflower Bride, The Patriot Bride, The Express Bride, and The Golden Bride. All excellent!

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  88. I “think” I was at the Grand Canyon when I was little, but I honestly don’t remember. I’ve definitely read some of your books, but not nearly all!

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  89. I have been to the Grand Canyon and it’s amazing! I also love reading about the Harvey Girls and El Tovar Hotel- the early history surrounding this is fascinating. I look forward to reading this series!

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  95. I have been to the Grand Canyon. I have read several of Kimberley’s books. The most recent one I read was “The Great Divide” and really enjoyed it. I like the Harvey Girls and have visited some of the former locations of the Harvey Houses, including El Tovar. I am already a newsletter subscriber.

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  98. I have not been to the Grand Canyon despite living in Arizona for a few years. I have not read one of your books! I love that this scavenger hunt is introducing me to new authors. I have added your books to my list. Thank you for doing this!

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  100. The Grand Canyon is on my bucket list of places I want to visit. I have Kimberley’s “The Golden Bride” in paperback, but right now, it’s a case of So Many Books, So Little Time!

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  103. Thank you for writing stories that are close to your heart. Readers can tell that you enjoy what you write and it makes a big difference! I have subscribed and look forward to hearing more!

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  105. I’ve been to 3 out of 4 Grand Canyons –
    “the” Grand Canyon in Arizona,
    Grand Canyon of Yellowstone,
    and Grand Canyon of PA (although it poured down rain most of the time I was at this one)

    The other “Grand Canyon” turns out to be in Hawaii – Waimea Canyon in Kauai’

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  107. I have been to the Grand Canyon! What an amazing testimony of God’s handiwork!
    I have read Kimberly’s books and always enjoy them! I haven”t read this new one yet but am looking forward to it!

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  113. I’ve never been to the Grand Canyon but would love to!
    I’ve read The Mayflower Bride, The Patriot Bride and the Express Bride! Loved them!

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  114. I’ve never been to the Grand Canyon, but I’ve imagined it by looking at pictures. And I have read your books, Kimberly. It’s been a while so I can’t remember which ones. These that take place by the Grand Canyon sound great!

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  115. I haven’t been to the Grand Canyon, but wow what amazing history it must have! My grandmother got to visit it when she took a cross country trip when she was 90…it’s my goal to be half as cool as she was. I’ve read several of your books Kimberley, and every one has been outstanding.

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  116. Hello! I have flown over the Grand Canyon, but have never actually been there.
    I am a “New-to-you” reader, but I am looking forward to reading your wonderful books. Thank you so much for the chance!

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  117. I haven’t been to the Grand Canton but hope to someday! I also haven’t read any of your books yet. That will be changed sooner than the Grand Canyon trip 😉

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  120. I HAVE been to the Grand Canyon! I was 10, but it definitely was memorable! I have not read your books, but I’ve learned a bit about the Harvey Girls recently and would enjoy reading about them!

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  123. I haven’t been to the Grand Canyon, but I hope to visit someday. I haven’t read any of your books, but they look great! I will add you to my TBR authors.

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  124. I had a short visit to the South Rim of the Grand Canyon several years ago. I like reading about the Harvey Girls.
    I think I have read some of your books but I don’t keep good enough records of what I read.

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  125. I have never been to the Grand Canyon, but we are currently planning a vacation there for next year! I can’t wait! I haven’t read any of Kimberley’s books, but I love the sound of A Deep Divide.

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  126. The Grand Canyon is on my bucket list!
    I’ve wanted to go ever since hearing the story, Brighty of the Grand Canyon in the 4th grade
    (which was half a century ago).

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  129. I have not read any of your books yet but I definitely plan on it. They sound very interesting. I signed up for your newsletter. Thank you!

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  130. I cannot wait to read this book! I am still reading the Heart of Alaska series right now and brings me back to my hometown! I really love the research you did on this one, that’s one of my favorite parts of this writing journey. Hope I can read this one!

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  131. It’s long been a dream to see the Grand Canyon, so I will truly enjoy this book. I’ve read several of Kimberley’s books.

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  135. I’ve been to North Rim of the Grand Canyon it is beautiful. I haven’t read any of your books yet but will start reading them now.

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