Wednesday, September 9, 2026

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I know the calendar officially shows it's summer for a couple more weeks, but for those of us who like to stitch seasonal home decor and party goods for kids to enjoy, it's time to start thinking about the upcoming fall season and autumn holidays!


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Tuesday, September 1, 2026

~ WEDNESDAY MIDDLE-GRADE FEATURE OFF THE RAILS ~

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AUTHOR SUSAN COUNT
 
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Off The Rails - A Wilderness Survival Adventure 

by Susan Count

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About Off The Rails

 

Off The Rails - A Wilderness Survival Adventure  

Middle Grade Fiction    Reading age ‏ : ‎ 8 - 12 years    

2nd in Series  

Setting - Montana     Publisher ‏ : ‎ Hastings Creations Group 

Publication date ‏ : ‎ September 1, 2026

     Print length ‏ : ‎ 204 pages   Paperback ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1952371236

  ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1952371233       

Digital will be available too. 

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After planning a fun experience for a year, two Texas cousins make their first trip to Montana. When their train stalls, the boys leap from it into the white wilderness, beginning a perilous run for their lives.

As a blizzard hits, the boys spend a miserable night trying not to freeze. They struggle along the tracks to find shelter, but a disaster leaves them exposed to the elements and every famished wild creature.

Frustrated by their too-real situation, Davy and Anderson struggle to endure. Instead of vacationers at a wolf sanctuary, they become players in an unplanned survival experience.

Just because your cousin jumps from a train in the wilderness doesn't mean you should too.

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EXCERPT:

One hand on Davy’s back, Anderson pushed him through the door into the next compartment. He rushed to the first window, looking both ways, then bee-lined to an empty row of seats in the rear. Travelers raised their eyes momentarily and returned to their diversions.

Without a word, Anderson pointed into the snow-covered wilderness. He motioned for Davy to follow him. They popped out of the car and stood on the platform connecting to the next car. “I saw something moving in the woods.”

“Strange. Was it red? Pileated Woodpecker’s are red. They live in Montana. Some say they are a sign the forest isn’t healthy because they use big dead trees for their nests. They dig in the bark…”

“Not red and it’s not a bird.” Anderson insisted. “It was on the ground weaving through the trees.”

“A fox maybe. Wouldn’t it be amazing to see a wild fox?”

“That’s what I’m thinkin’ or a wolf.”

“I was hoping to see an Arctic fox while we’re here. I researched it and they don’t live this far south of the tundra. Their snow-white tails are over a foot long and they use them for balance and to keep their noses warm. They find mice and things to eat buried deep in the snow with their super-sonic hearing.”

“Easy on the animal kingdom lessons.” Holding onto the metal grab bars, Anderson moved down the steps. Then from deep in the woods something yelped in pain. “Did you hear that? Something needs help.”

“Whatever it is, it’s wild. You can’t help it. Whatever wants to eat it would eat you too.”

Anderson moved down another step. “How can I stand here and listen to a helpless animal crying in pain?”

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BONUS CONTENT:

I have had the pleasure of featuring four previous posts about this author and her books  on my blog over the past few years. Here are links to those posts:

https://authorjunemccraryjacobs.blogspot.com/2024/11/monday-middle-grade-book-feature.html

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https://authorjunemccraryjacobs.blogspot.com/2022/09/blog-tour-stop-abbys-pony-love.html

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https://authorjunemccraryjacobs.blogspot.com/2020/10/great-escapes-firefly-warriors-club.html

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About Susan Count

Susan Count is a member of the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators, American Christian Fiction Writers, and Texas Association of Authors. She takes studying the craft of writing seriously. Revision is her super-power.

Ms. Count has published Texas Boys Adventures, Dream Horse Adventures, and Dream Pony Riders. All series are for young readers ages 8 – 14.

Susan is a life-long equestrian and owned by a Rocky Mountain Horse that is kind-hearted enough to take her on long, forested trail rides. She says the only thing more fun than riding might be writing adventure stories for children.

Answer to why did I write Off The Rails :

Ten of my novels are horse books for girls. But on the rare occasions that I do an event book table, I’m inevitable asked if I’ve written any books for boys. So, I wrote this two book series (Texas Boys Adventures) because you asked and kept asking. You and my four grandsons. Finding wholesome books that will engage 8- to 12-year-old boys is a parental challenge.

I’m so old school. Let the kids keep their childhood for as long as possible. I believe in protecting their young hearts and minds. Give them adventures where they learn to build friendships and be the hero of their own stories. Capture their interest and then encourage and strengthen them to grow into the arrows they are destined to be.

Social Media Links:  

Website   http://www.susancount.com  

Instagram  https://www.instagram.com/susancountauthor/ 

Facebook  https://www.facebook.com/susancount/  

Pinterest  https://www.pinterest.com/susancount/  

Twitter/X  https://twitter.com/SusanCount  

GoodReads  https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/14771062.Susan_Count 

LinkedIn  https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-count-7bba4427/  

YouTube  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qtHR27qiVUc  

   
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Monday, August 31, 2026

~ TUESDAY DEVOTIONAL FEATURE SONG OF OUR HEART ~

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--  'THE HEART OF OUR SONG'  --

AUTHOR KATHY DYE

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The Song of Our Hearts JustRead Blog Tour

Welcome to the Blog Tour for The Song of Our Heart 

by Kathy Dye, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

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About the Book

The Song of Our Heart

Title:   The Song of Our Heart: Remembering God's Faithfulness Through Every Season 
Author:
   Kathy Dye 
Publisher:
   Westbow Press 
Release Date:
   April 9, 2026 
Genre:
   Bible Study

Life doesn’t always sound like we expect. Disappointments come, relationships fracture, health fails, and dreams fade. In these moments, we need something—Someone—to be the steady song of our hearts.  

The Song of Our Heart presents a five-week Bible study journey through Psalm 71. It provides a way to discover how to make God your song through every season of life—not just the easy ones, but especially the hard ones. This isn’t about superficial positivity or pretending everything is fine. It’s about honest faith that clings to God when life is messy. Through daily readings, reflection questions, and practical application, you’ll explore what it means to find God as your refuge when you’re overwhelmed, your hope when circumstances look bleak, and your praise even when you don’t feel like singing. Each week focuses on a specific aspect of making God your song: 

Week 1: God Is Our Song 
Week 2: A Life Led by God 
Week 3: God as Our Refuge 
Week 4: God as Our Hope
Week 5: God as Our Praise 

Whether you’re in a season of joy or walking through shadows, this study will help you rediscover that God isn’t just with you—He is your song. And when He becomes your song, you’ll be able to build a legacy of faith that sings long after you’re gone. 

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EXCERPT:

From “The Master’s Song”

— The story of Lilly the lamb

Meet Lilly, the wandering lamb every one of us has been.

Did you know that God sings over us? Zephaniah 3:17 says, “The Lord your God is with you, the Mighty Warrior who saves. He will take great delight in you; in His love, He will no longer rebuke you but will rejoice over you with singing.” Yet often, like sheep, we wander away, too caught up in our desires to hear His song.

In a green pasture bordered by gentle hills, there lived a shepherd who knew each of his sheep by name. He was a kind Master who watched over his flock day and night, singing songs of love and protection as he tended them. Among his sheep was a young lamb named Lilly, who, like many young ones, had a habit of wandering.

“Lilly, please come back to the flock,” her mother would call, watching her daughter chase butterflies across the field. “You know how dangerous it is out there.”

But Lilly was too enchanted by the butterfly’s dance to listen. “Oh, Mama, it’s so much fun! Look how it flutters around my head!” she would laugh, bouncing further away.

Each evening, the master would call his sheep home, counting them by name as they passed through the gate. “Hello, Lilly,” he would say with knowing eyes and a gentle smile. “I see you had quite an adventure with that butterfly today. Try not to wander too far—I wouldn’t want to lose you.” 

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REVIEW:

An inspirational Bible Study Devotional that leads readers on an introspective, interactive journey to remember God's faithfulness through every season . . .
 
From the Contents and Preface and other Front Matter in this book, the author's warm, welcoming, and organized manner made this devotional an uplifting learning experience for me.
 
Following the Front Matter, readers begin a five-week thematic study with five devotionals for each week. The scriptures chosen for these weekly themes were meaningful to me and applicable to the theme for the week. Some of the passages were new to me and some were old favorites.
 
Each daily devotional includes an opening prayer, the author's narrative regarding the theme and scripture, and space for readers to write down their own thoughts in the Quiet Reflection and Prayer section. More applicable scriptures are provided. The devotional closes with a few questions in the For Discussion section.
 
The Back Matter includes a heartfelt, encouraging Letter from the Author.
 
I received a copy of this book from the author through JustRead Publicity Tours. All of my thoughts and opinions shared here are completely my own.
 
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About the Author

Kathy Dye

 

Kathy Dye resides in Evansville, Indiana, with her husband Sid. A retired elementary teacher turned Christian author and speaker, Kathy has taught women's Bible studies for over 40 years. She is the author of A Song in Her Heart, the Kit Kat Camp series, and the newly released Bible study The Song of Our Heart—a five-week journey through Psalm 71 helping women make God the song of their hearts through every season of life. Her commitment is to equip mothers and women to build a legacy of faith across generations.

Connect with Kathy by visiting kathydyeauthor.com to follow her on social media and subscribe to email newsletter updates.

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