tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3139112422565969072.post8468413084285136922..comments2024-03-19T18:17:56.821-04:00Comments on Colonial Quills: Fiction Sampler: Courting Morrow Little by Laura FrantzCarrie Fancett Pagelshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09096954464239963966noreply@blogger.comBlogger26125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3139112422565969072.post-60242583646698327222011-05-30T08:54:26.762-04:002011-05-30T08:54:26.762-04:00And the winner is - Joan Hochstetler. Joan, the bo...And the winner is - Joan Hochstetler. Joan, the book and your quill should go out later this week. Blessings!Carrie Fancett Pagelshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09096954464239963966noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3139112422565969072.post-57173936445401695932011-05-26T10:01:12.755-04:002011-05-26T10:01:12.755-04:00Carissa,
So happy to see you here! And I'd so ...Carissa,<br />So happy to see you here! And I'd so love to meet you offline in future:) That thought sure blesses me. I really miss the characters in CML and wish I could read the book fresh from a reader's perspective. So honored to have this prologue posted - but more honored by your precious comments!!Laura Frantzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07067252948999879024noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3139112422565969072.post-67269149551133312272011-05-25T17:36:45.681-04:002011-05-25T17:36:45.681-04:00After reading this post, it makes me want to read ...After reading this post, it makes me want to read CML again, but I loaned it to my to read so I am going to have to wait. Looking forward to The Colonel's lady. I am going to try to make it to the book signing Laura is having in Kentucky, if I can get off from work.Carissahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02161144492587350634noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3139112422565969072.post-64402044540535647342011-05-25T10:57:15.712-04:002011-05-25T10:57:15.712-04:00Oh, wonderful to wake up and see some of you battl...Oh, wonderful to wake up and see some of you battled Blogger and won:) <br /><br />Lori, Thanks so much for buying another copy of CML - and for loaning it to a friend. That means a great deal! I hope the second reading is even better than the first:)<br /><br />Diana and Carla, I'll always link you two with Carrie in my mind as you 3 were reading CML at a very difficult, emotional time. It Laura Frantzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07067252948999879024noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3139112422565969072.post-77345808168171264992011-05-24T22:36:05.256-04:002011-05-24T22:36:05.256-04:00CML is also one of my all time favorite books. It ...CML is also one of my all time favorite books. It ministered to me during my Dad's passing as well. My Mom and I sat in his hospital room, she will The Frontiersman's Daughter, and I will Courting Morrow Little with the blessing of being carried away into another time and place...a sweet respit.Carla Gadehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01793809172905144101noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3139112422565969072.post-10800427162215828312011-05-24T21:41:37.113-04:002011-05-24T21:41:37.113-04:00I agree with everyone else on here; Courting Morro...I agree with everyone else on here; Courting Morrow Little was one of my all-time favorite books and is a definite must read! They say you can't judge a book by its cover and normally that's true, but everything from the beautiful cover to the words inside were phenomenal! This book was full of excitement and realistic characters...and, ooh, that Red Shirt! LOL<br /><br />This book Diana Flowershttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17127629740742628849noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3139112422565969072.post-3479570030550155842011-05-24T19:46:54.498-04:002011-05-24T19:46:54.498-04:00Reading this prologue makes me want to read CML al...Reading this prologue makes me want to read CML all over again. I gave my copy away to a friend on bed rest during pregnancy. So... I ordered a new copy today. I'm looking forward to it as much as the first time.Lori Bentonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04714197239425827339noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3139112422565969072.post-33424534965711913882011-05-24T12:56:26.547-04:002011-05-24T12:56:26.547-04:00Apologies to those who haven't been able to le...Apologies to those who haven't been able to leave comments via Blogger. Bless you for your patience! I've tried to respond to dear Stacie and others but have been blocked. Here's praying this goes through. Thanks so much for being a part of CQ!Laura Frantzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07067252948999879024noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3139112422565969072.post-74060359237728384802011-05-24T12:53:26.857-04:002011-05-24T12:53:26.857-04:00This comment has been removed by the author.Laura Frantzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07067252948999879024noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3139112422565969072.post-54626412131495677602011-05-24T12:30:47.553-04:002011-05-24T12:30:47.553-04:00Signing on from IE. We have Laura again on Friday...Signing on from IE. We have Laura again on Friday, too! This time she has an article with tips for historical writers. We have a giveaway this week for Laura, too!Carrie Fancett Pagelshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09096954464239963966noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3139112422565969072.post-19236931128760417912011-05-24T11:54:00.952-04:002011-05-24T11:54:00.952-04:00I heard from Jennifer that her comment would not p...I heard from Jennifer that her comment would not post, so I am here to see what happens on Chrome.Carrie Fancett Pagelshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09096954464239963966noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3139112422565969072.post-77618809221405633882011-05-24T11:49:09.429-04:002011-05-24T11:49:09.429-04:00So glad to see you all here enjoying this excerpt ...So glad to see you all here enjoying this excerpt from this fabulous book. Make sure you read Chapter One if you haven't yet. And you could win a copy of Courting Morrow Little - come back Friday!Carla Gadehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01793809172905144101noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3139112422565969072.post-83533461546269139982011-05-23T22:26:01.399-04:002011-05-23T22:26:01.399-04:00What!! I thought we were getting a chapter of The...What!! I thought we were getting a chapter of The Colonel's Lady!! Hmph, Guess I will wait til August 1st!! LOL<br /><br />Just as well, Courting Morrow was what introduced me to Laura. I am so thankful for it. I love her writing and her heart for her readers. <br /><br />You are the best Laura. So glad you are a contributor to this wonderful site!!<br /><br />StacieStacieHope365https://www.blogger.com/profile/04592909947937100535noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3139112422565969072.post-43844101003108140072011-05-23T21:18:35.821-04:002011-05-23T21:18:35.821-04:00Would much rather hang together, LOL!Would much rather hang together, LOL!Carrie Fancett Pagelshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09096954464239963966noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3139112422565969072.post-88277490817825010972011-05-23T20:55:09.483-04:002011-05-23T20:55:09.483-04:00Carla and Carrie, So glad the Lord brought us toge...Carla and Carrie, So glad the Lord brought us together. As I say, we authors have to hang together (or we'll all hang separately, as the colonial saying goes:).<br /><br />Pegg, So happy you want to read my books! Please stop back by on Friday as one is given away. Glad to meet you here!<br /><br />Joan, I feel the very same about your writing. That's why your books are on my keeper shelfLaura Frantzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07067252948999879024noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3139112422565969072.post-51350886989545458672011-05-23T20:53:00.000-04:002011-05-23T20:53:00.000-04:00Michelle, You've been on my mind today and it ...Michelle, You've been on my mind today and it blesses me abundantly that you've popped up here!! Your gracious words are so needed and tucked away in my sunshine folder, as one author calls it, to take out on less than sunny days:) All of you mean so much. Thanking Him for each of you.Laura Frantzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07067252948999879024noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3139112422565969072.post-21082402219389485492011-05-23T19:19:31.856-04:002011-05-23T19:19:31.856-04:00Well, I've read The Frontiersman's Daughte...Well, I've read The Frontiersman's Daughter, and now I HAVE to read this one too. Beautiful writing, Laura! You really put the reader into the scene.J. M. Hochstetlerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07291602346312967152noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3139112422565969072.post-30582065246865501452011-05-23T18:36:11.618-04:002011-05-23T18:36:11.618-04:00Wow, powerful stuff. I haven't read either of...Wow, powerful stuff. I haven't read either of Laura's books, but she's on my radar now. :)Pegg Thomashttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17113756304449398701noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3139112422565969072.post-53373233340917575812011-05-23T18:11:05.364-04:002011-05-23T18:11:05.364-04:00Laura Frantz is an amazing writer! So glad we cou...Laura Frantz is an amazing writer! So glad we could post this excerpt here. I agree with one of the FB posters that it is not enough - one HAS to read Courting Morrow Little, it is an excellent book and the whole thing has to be read! Thanks for allowing this to be shared.Carrie Fancett Pagelshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09096954464239963966noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3139112422565969072.post-35175947599153803102011-05-23T17:07:01.037-04:002011-05-23T17:07:01.037-04:00I agree with Julie's assessment entirely. Laur...I agree with Julie's assessment entirely. Laura's ability to engage and enthrall the reader is amazing!Carla Gadehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01793809172905144101noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3139112422565969072.post-19881032114659991492011-05-23T13:20:33.938-04:002011-05-23T13:20:33.938-04:00Hi Laura! A JOYful epilogue! I can hardly stand ...Hi Laura! A JOYful epilogue! I can hardly stand the wait. ;-)<br /><br />Have a blessed day!Michellehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06111576612128164411noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3139112422565969072.post-23288164189007307932011-05-23T13:17:07.590-04:002011-05-23T13:17:07.590-04:00I've read The Frontiersman's Daughter and ...I've read The Frontiersman's Daughter and Courting Morrow Little, and without doubt, they are two of THE BEST books I've ever read. This sample scene speaks to the exceptional quality of Laura's writing. God has blessed Laura with the ability to pen stories that captivate, and in turn, God has certainly given each one of us a gift. <br /><br />Anxiously awaiting the arrival of Michellehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06111576612128164411noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3139112422565969072.post-72984388791115570392011-05-23T13:12:59.688-04:002011-05-23T13:12:59.688-04:00Oh, so blessed by your gracious words, ladies!! I ...Oh, so blessed by your gracious words, ladies!! I was thinking how dark an opening/prologue it is - would you believe I actually lightened it before handing it to my editor? But there's really no sanitizing this history. I commend those of you who kept on reading and am thankful for lighter moments in the following pages. I'm not sure if I'll ever do a prologue again but wrote an Laura Frantzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07067252948999879024noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3139112422565969072.post-78812671018956894132011-05-23T12:48:20.895-04:002011-05-23T12:48:20.895-04:00I so enjoyed CML and love having it on my Kindle! ...I so enjoyed CML and love having it on my Kindle! Thanks for reminding me about this great story.Reneehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06177523368064618185noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3139112422565969072.post-49024235952010193212011-05-23T11:48:02.727-04:002011-05-23T11:48:02.727-04:00Wonderful! I've read Courting Morrow Little, a...Wonderful! I've read Courting Morrow Little, and found it exactly as Julie Lessman said--character-driven literary fiction that you will not be able to put down. The details of living in colonial times, and the characters' relationships--good and bad-- really resonated. I was hooked with that first terrible scene of the Indian attack; but I was even more hooked by the child's humanityPat Iacuzzihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11983141590663751303noreply@blogger.com