MARCH 20th ANNOUNCEMENT: Congratulations LYS RINEHART! You are the GRAND PRIZE winner of the $25 Amazon gift card!
“Time Search’s” book launch and 20-Stop Blog Tour has been such a wonderful experience! I want to thank everyone who has supported me by reading and reviewing my books, sharing my posts, participating in “Time Search’s” blog tour, commenting on the tour’s articles, entering the contest, and spreading the word about my novels! I couldn’t have done this without you! I also want to thank my blog-tour hostesses–working with you has been fantastic!
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Dear Friends, I’m constantly amazed by the wonderful mercy of God! Years ago, when I was ill and in quarantine, I never would’ve believed that the stories I wrote to distract myself from pain would end up being published! But here I am, announcing the publication of my third book, Time Search! Time Search continues the adventures of the TEMCO team in The Time Counselor Chronicles. It was published on Friday, January 13, 2017 by Prism Book Group!
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20-STOP BLOG TOUR FOR TIME SEARCH!
I have wonderful news about Time Search’s book launch!! From January 13-March 14, 2017, information about Time Search will be featured in a 20-Stop Blog Tour! The blog articles will be found on different websites, and they will cover a variety of themes! Some of the blogs will include interviews of me which will span all sorts topics such as my love life, my writing journey, my most embarrassing moments, my favorite books, etc. Other articles will include a recipe exchange, imaginative interviews of my characters, reviews of Time Search, and opportunities to win books and a variety of prizes! NOTE: The giveaways have closed. The winners have been announced.
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GRAND PRIZE ALERT! WOW! A $25 AMAZON GIFT CARD!!!
During each stop of the blog tour, I will include the phrase “DANELE’S MYSTERY WORD” in the body of the article or in the article’s comment section. If you find all 20 mystery words, you may enter a drawing for a $25 Amazon gift card! NOTE: The giveaway has closed. The winner has been announced.
GRAND PRIZE INSTRUCTIONS: On March 14-19, 2017, you may scroll down to the bottom of this article’s comment section. You will find a box that says, “Leave a reply.” In the reply box, please give me your name, e-mail address, and a list of the 20 mystery words you have found during the tour. (Don’t forget to press the “Post Comment” button.) Within 24 hours, you will find a congratulation message addressed to you in the comment section. This message will confirm that you’ve been entered into the drawing. The winner will be picked randomly from those who report the correct mystery words. The contest ends on March 19, 2017. The winner will be announced on March 20, 2017. NOTE: The giveaway has closed. The winner has been announced.
NOTE: This article is PRIZE CENTRAL—please refer to it for updates about the blog tour and contest.
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ITINERARY FOR TIME SEARCH’S 20-STOP BLOG TOUR!!! JANUARY 13–MARCH 14, 2017
GET READY FOR FUN AND A CHANCE TO WIN PRIZES!!!!
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BLOG STOP #1—Jan. 13, 2017
Website: Living Our Faith Out Loud
Host: Lisa Lickel
Subject: Book Review—Read Lisa’s review of Time Search!
Link: http://livingourfaithoutloud.blogspot.com/2017/01/time-search-new-from-danele-rotharmel.html
1st Mystery Word: Revealed!
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BLOG STOP #2—Jan. 14, 2017
Website: Chavel Books
Host: Carlene Havel
Subject: A discussion about the Cinderella aspect of Time Search! Plus a never-before-seen excerpt from the book! (It’s one of my favorite scenes!)
Link: http://chavelbooks.com/time-search-is-here/
2nd Mystery Word: Revealed!
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BLOG STOP #3—Jan. 15, 2017
Website: Monthly Smiles
Host: Mary Ball
Subject: An article I’ve written about new beginnings and New Year’s resolutions. Plus information about all three of my books: Time Tsunami, Time Trap, and Time Search!
Link: http://www.marylball.com/blog-monthly-smiles/new-beginnings-by-author-danele-rotharmel
3rd Mystery Word: Revealed!
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BLOG STOP #4—Jan. 18, 2017
Website: The Diamond Mine of Christian Fiction
Host: Nancy Bolton
Subject: Author interview–a discussion about my writing process and how I deal with writer’s block, etc! In addition, an excerpt from “Time Search” will be shared!
PRIZE ALERT! An autographed paperback copy of Time Search is being offered! Visit Nancy’s article for details. NOTE: The paperback giveaway has closed. The winner has been announced.
Link: https://diamondsinfiction.blogspot.com/2017/01/interview-and-giveaway-with-author.html
4th Mystery Word: Revealed!
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BLOG STOP #5—Jan. 19, 2017
Website: Robinsnest212
Host: Robin Mason
Subject: Author interview–an in depth discussion about my personal and professional life. If you want to know who I am, this article will give you a good idea! Information about Time Search is also shared–including part of the first chapter!
PRIZE ALERT! A rose coffee cup prize package is being offered! Visit Robin’s article for details. NOTE: The rose coffee cup giveaway has closed. The winner has been announced.
5th Mystery Word: Revealed!
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BLOG STOP #6—Jan. 24, 2017
Website: Soulfully Romantic
Host: Toni Shiloh
Subject: Author interview–why I chose to write about time travel, what type of research I do, my favorite childhood book, my favorite author, and a discussion about the technical side of “The Time Counselor Chronicles.”
Link: http://tonishiloh.weebly.com/blog/interview-with-danele-j-rotharmel
6th Mystery Word: Revealed!
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BLOG STOP #7—Jan. 27, 2017
Website: Truth to Shine
Host: Cherrilynn Bisbano
Subject: Author interview–what I love the most about being an author, why I didn’t tell anyone that I was writing for so many years, and discussion about what I hope my readers will take away from my books!
Link: http://truthtoshine.blogspot.com/2017/01/guest-blogger-danele-j-rotharmels.html?spref=fb
7th Mystery Word: Revealed!
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BLOG STOP #8—Jan. 30, 2017
Website: Gay N. Lewis
Host: Gay Lewis
Subject: Author interview—information about my travels, what I do for fun, and a discussion about Crystal and Drake! Plus, I share a secret! Shhhhh!
Link: http://gaynlewis.blogspot.com/2017/01/time-travel-lets-go.html
8th Mystery Word: Revealed!
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BLOG STOP #9—Jan. 31, 2017
Website: Living Our Faith Out Loud
Host: Lisa Lickel
Subject: A character interview of Drake Procerus! Don’t miss what Time Search’s notorious villain has to say!
Link: http://livingourfaithoutloud.blogspot.com/2017/01/meet-villainous-drake-from-time-search.html
9th Mystery Word: Revealed!
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BLOG STOP #10—Feb. 1, 2017
Website: Peering Through Life’s Window
Host: Gail Pallota
Subject: Author interview–insight into how a bad case of cabin fever led me to write Time Search, information about my character, Angelina Ableman, and a discussion about how faith influences my writing. In addition, I will be sharing a special Scripture verse and a recipe from my great-grandmother!
PRIZE ALERT! A lovely sunflower & butterfly prize package is being offered! Visit Gail’s article for details. NOTE: The sunflower & butterfly giveaway has closed. The winner has been announced.
Link: http://gailpallotta.blogspot.com/2017/02/looking-out-window-danele-rotharmel.html
10th Mystery Word: Revealed!
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BLOG STOP #11—Feb. 2, 2017
Website: Uncovering the Unthinkable
Host: Deborah Piccurelli
Subject: Author interview–a discussion about many things, including what I love about “Time Search,” why I write about time travel, why I have glossaries in my books, my struggle with amnesia, my history with Bible Quiz, and why I memorize Scripture. In this interview, I also share some fun trivia facts about my latest book!
PRIZE ALERT! A lovely pink & yellow rose prize package is being offered! Visit Deb’s article for details! NOTE: The pink & yellow rose giveaway has closed. The winner has been announced.
Link: http://www.deborahmpiccurelli.com/article_archive_02_01_17.php
11th Mystery Word = FORGIVENESS.
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BLOG STOP #12—Feb. 6, 2017
Website: Passing on a Godly Legacy
Host: Paula Mowery
Subject: Author interview–a discussion about several things including Crystal’s Cinderella moment, the theme of forgiveness in Time Search, and my idea of the perfect writing location.
Link: http://paulamowery.blogspot.com/2017/02/time-search-by-danele-rotharmel.html
12th Mystery Word: Revealed!
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BLOG STOP #13—Feb. 14, 2017
Website: Living Our Faith Out Loud
Host: Lisa Lickel
Subject: Character interview of Vice President Andrew Hamilton! Here’s your chance to gain insight into one of Time Search’s heroes. During this interview, Andrew describes his dream girl. Can Lisa Lickel steer him toward Angelina Ableman?
Link: http://livingourfaithoutloud.blogspot.com/2017/02/meet-vp-hamilton-from-danele-rotharmels.html
13th Mystery Word: Revealed!
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BLOG STOP #14—Feb. 16, 2017
Website: Victoria Pitts-Caine
Host: Vicki Caine
Subject: Author interview–a discussion about the European travel aspect of Time Search and why I created Angelina Ableman! Vicki also shares information about Time Search.
Link: http://victoriapitts-caine.blogspot.com/2017/02/danele-rotharmeltime-search.html
14th Mystery Word: Revealed!
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BLOG STOP #15—Feb. 20-21, 2017
Website: Gracious Woman
Host: Susan Karsten
Subject: A two-part adventure! 1st post=Susan’s review of Time Search. 2nd post=Author interview–a discussion about many things, including my favorite books and authors, where I would go if I could time travel, my hobbies, and my favorite foods. Information about Time Search will also be given!
1st Link–Susan’s review of Time Search: https://graciouswoman.wordpress.com/2017/02/20/time-search-by-danele-rothermel/
2nd Link–Interview conducted by Susan: https://graciouswoman.wordpress.com/2017/02/21/an-interview-with-danele-rotharmel-author-of-the-time-counselor-chronicles-series/
15th Mystery Word: Revealed!
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BLOG STOP #16—Feb. 28, 2017
Website: The Tuesday Prude
Host: Anita Klumpers
Subject: Author interview–a discussion about many things, including my brush with death, where I would go if I could time travel, and my character Crystal Stuart! Anita will also give more information about Time Search!
Link: https://thetuesdayprude.com/2017/02/28/a-bakers-dozen-minus-one-questions-for-danele/
16th Mystery Word: Revealed!
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BLOG STOP #17—March 3, 2017
Website: Almost an Author
Subject: In this article, I discuss my writing journey and give tips for new authors!
Link: http://www.almostanauthor.com/write-enjoyment-danele-j-rotharmel/
17th Mystery Word = ACTION.
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BLOG STOP #18—March 7, 2017
Website: Author Brooke Williams
Host: Brooke Williams
Subject: Author interview–a discussion about the clues and puzzles contained in my books and information about Time Search!
Link: http://www.authorbrookewilliams.com/blog/time-searchreviewdetailsguest-post-and-more
18th Mystery Word: Revealed!
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BLOG STOP #19—March 10, 2017
Website: Sharon McGregor
Host: Sharon McGregor
Subject: Author interview–a discussion about many things, including my struggle with amnesia and writer’s block, my characters, and the future of my book series. An excerpt from “Time Search” is also included!
Link: http://www.sharonmcgregor.com/blog/time-search
19th Mystery Word = PHOEBE.
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BLOG STOP #20—March 14, 2017
Website: Living Our Faith Out Loud
Host: Lisa Lickel
Subject: Get ready for a funny interview with Crystal Stuart! Character interviews are such a blast. Learn what Crystal thinks about Marc and Drake, and get updates about the TEMCO team!
Link: http://livingourfaithoutloud.blogspot.com/2017/03/welcome-back-crystal-from-time.html?spref=fb
20th Mystery Word: Revealed!
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SPECIAL BLOG TOUR NOTE: From January 13-March 20, information about Time Search’s blog tour and the grand prize will be continually updated in this article. Check back here for the latest news and updates!!!
MARCH 20th ANNOUNCEMENT: The giveaway has closed. The winner has been announced.
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BONUS STOPS: Mystery words will not be given at the following stops–they are simply for your reading pleasure. They contain additional interviews, lovely reviews, and other fun information!
BONUS STOP #1: A Baker’s Perspective / Jessica Baker https://abakersperspective.wordpress.com/2017/02/25/time-search-review-and-author-interview/
BONUS STOP #2: Blogging with Carol / Carol E. Keen http://carolkeen.blogspot.com/2017/02/time-search-by-danele-rotharmel-book-3.html
BONUS STOP #3: The World Can Wait / Clare Revell Time Tsunami http://telscha.blogspot.com/2017/02/time-tsunamithe-time-counselor.html?spref=fb
BONUS STOP #4: The World Can Wait / Clare Revell Time Trap http://telscha.blogspot.com/2017/02/time-trapthe-time-counselor-chronicles.html
BONUS STOP #5: The World Can Wait / Clare Revell Time Search http://telscha.blogspot.com/2017/03/time-searchthe-time-counselor.html
BONUS STOP #6: Diana’s Tea Time Reviews / Diana Montgomery http://dianasbookit.blogspot.com/2017/03/the-time-counselor-chronicles-series-by.html?spref=fb
BONUS STOP #7: A Reader’s Brain / Katie Fowler http://areadersbrain.blogspot.com/2017/04/time-search-by-danele-rotharmel.html
BONUS STOP #8: Petra’s Pen / Petra Creasy Creasy http://www.petraspen.com/been-reading/
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WHO IS DANELE ROTHARMEL???
For those of you who are just discovering my books and my blog, please allow me to introduce myself! I’m Danele Rotharmel, and I’m the author of The Time Counselor Chronicles. Writing my books was an act of pure joy, and I hope my readers enjoy them just as much as I do. If you would like to learn more about me, please feel free to follow these links!
A Description of My Writing Journey
Crocus in the Snow–An Article Close to My Heart
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WHAT IS DRAGONFLYDANELE???
I began my blog, dragonflydanele.wordpress.com as a way to express the spiritual lessons I’ve learned down through the years—especially the lessons I learned during my illness and quarantine. I usually post a new blog article every Thursday morning. If you would like to learn more about what my blog means to me, or how it is reaching the nations, please follow this link: When Dreams Delay.
As a special treat, here are links to some of my most popular blog articles! I hope you enjoy!
Things Aren’t Always What They Seem
NOTE: If you would like to read more of my articles, please feel free to visit my Article Index.
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TIME SEARCH’S BACK COVER BLURB:
In the wake of a recent wave of violence, TEMCO employees are left reeling. While some of the staff are put into hiding, others are left behind to discover the true identity of the mysterious nemesis who is determined to destroy them all. While Crystal, Marc, and Zeke search for clues to unravel the mystery of his real name, their enemy is lurking in the shadows searching for TEMCO’s missing leaders. It’s a race against the clock! And as the hours and seconds tick away, it’s anyone’s guess whose search will be completed first. It’s a classic battle of good versus evil, and the stakes couldn’t be higher!
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EXCERPT FROM TIME SEARCH:
Taking a deep breath, Crystal entered Drake’s apartment with Marc and Agent Ruthford. Her mind kept flashing back to that horrible moment when she’d regained consciousness and realized she was locked inside a burning building.
“We’ve already searched the premises,” Agent Ruthford said, walking to the center of the room. “We didn’t find anything.”
Attempting to forget that Drake had tried to burn her alive, Crystal replied, “We’re searching for different things. I’m sure Drake left us clues to his identity. With his ego, he would’ve thought it amusing.”
Studying her surroundings, she shuddered. Although at first glance, Drake’s home was like many other student apartments—something was a little off. It was as if she could feel an undertone of evil oozing from the walls.
Marc came and stood by her side. “What’s bothering you?”
“Everything,” she said. “It’s all an act. Drake owns everything in this place, but nothing is reflecting him. He’s deliberately picked out every piece of furniture to bolster his fake identity.”
“You notice something else, don’t you?” Marc said.
She nodded. Walking across the room, she studied the framed photographs on the bookshelves. “He doesn’t know any of these people. They aren’t interacting with him.” Moving to the fireplace, she studied the picture of Drake on the mantle. “This is the only real picture in the room.”
Leaning closer, she took in each detail. In the picture, Drake was smiling and holding a red flag in one hand and pointing to the ground with the other. He was dressed all in yellow. Crystal gasped.
Marc was immediately at her side. “What is it?”
“Something awful,” she whispered, feeling a chill running down her back. She forced herself to point at the red flag. “For ancient Romans, a red flag was a signal for battle.” She pointed at Drake’s yellow clothes. “In medieval Spain, executioners wore yellow. Drake’s telling us that he’s coming for battle and that he’s going to be the executioner.”
Marc’s eyes filled with comprehension. “Drake isn’t just searching for a Wave Trapper. He wants to kill people.” He hesitated. “But we knew that, didn’t we?”
An uncontrollable shiver ran through her body. “There are many ways to die. The Spanish Inquisition was known for its cruelty and torture. Drake’s telling us that Phoebe wasn’t a fluke. He’s planning on being brutal.” She turned to Agent Ruthford. “Has this picture been moved?”
He shook his head.
Turning back to the photograph, she studied Drake’s body position. It looked as if his finger was pointing toward the carpet. Studying the angle, Crystal fell to her knees and gave the carpet a tug. A six-inch square came up in her hands. Lines from the poem “Revenge” were written on the floorboards.
Marc took a picture of the disturbing verse. “The meaning seems clear enough.”
“Yes.” Crystal shuddered, clenching and unclenching her fists. “Drake thinks we deserve to suffer.” Turning, she approached a table that held a wilted flower arrangement. “Amaranthus caudatus, rosemary, and star of Bethlehem,” she murmured, fingering a wilted blossom.
“Is that important?” Marc asked.
Nodding, Crystal pointed at the drooping red plumes cascading down the vase. “Amaranthus caudatus is commonly called love lies bleeding. In the language of flowers, it represents hopelessness. The purple spears are rosemary. Rosemary represents remembrance.”
“What about these flowers?” Marc asked, nudging a wilted, white blossom.
Crystal picked one up. “Star of Bethlehem represents reconciliation. The flowers show we’re on the right track. When he steals a Wave Trapper, Drake’s going to reconnect with his old love.”
Seeing nothing further, she entered Drake’s bedroom. It was neat, tidy, and very masculine. Hugging her arms across her chest, she stood in the middle of the floor and looked around. Again, everything seemed normal, but something felt off.
“What do you see?” Marc asked gently.
“It’s what I don’t see,” she replied. “This room is twelve inches shorter than the living room.”
Moving to the northern wall, she spotted a blotch of ink. Her mind recoiled in horror. Springing back, she stuttered, “T-this is a false wall. Drake’s hiding something behind it.”
“I think you’re right about the dimensions of the room,” Agent Ruthford said. “I’ll have my team check it out.”
As Agent Ruthford contacted his agents, Marc touched her arm. Crystal jumped nearly out of her skin.
“What’s wrong?” he asked. “You look like you’ve seen a ghost.”
“Can’t you feel the evil in this room?” she replied. “It’s oppressive.”
Marc looked around. “Everything looks normal to me.”
“Everything is a lie.” Running her hands over her arms, she whispered in a voice full of horror, “I don’t want to be here when that wall comes down.”
“Why? What do you think is behind there?” he asked.
“Nothing good.” She pointed at the tiny, black stain on the wall. “That says it all.”
Kneeling down, Marc studied the blotch. “It seems like an ordinary stain to me.”
“It’s not ‘ordinary’ at all,” she replied. “Look closer. It’s a black half-circle with one short line and one long line dangling down. It’s the ancient Egyptian symbol for Amenta. It was used to represent where the Egyptians buried their dead.”
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PURCHASING LINKS FOR TIME SEARCH—EBOOK & PAPERBACK VERSIONS:
Amazon Kindle eBook–Available Now!
Amazon Paperback–Available Now!
Barnes & Noble Nook eBook–Available Now!!
Barnes & Noble Paperback: Coming Soon!
Paperback Ordering Through Stores: Coming Soon!
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A SPECIAL THANK YOU!!! Thank you so much for sharing in the joy of my book launch! I want to thank each of you for your encouragement and support! I hope you enjoyed visiting my blog, and I also hope that you really enjoy my books! Have a wonderful day! –Danele
enjoyed coaching Bible Quiz, and I could almost hear the laughter of my quiz kids as they cooked their hotdogs. My lips twisted. Coaching was something else I had been forced to give up. As I looked at the blackened ring left behind from the last bonfire, I realized that the logs that had been circling the fire pit were all helter-skelter. Rather than being in a neat, orderly ring, they were turned in every direction, and some of them had been rolled several feet away. Anger boiled inside me. Maybe I couldn’t go to church or a restaurant, but I could certainly put those stupid logs back in order.
The bull turned his back on me and continued attacking the log. Quickly, I backed away and made it to the electric fence. Hopping over it, I ran through the field. When I got to a place of relative safety, I turned and looked back at the lake. In the distance, I could see the bull continuing to attack the logs around the fire pit. He slung them around, sending them rolling. He tossed some of them in the air, others he kicked all the way into the lake.
I finished my first book, Time Tsunami, and promptly wrote Time Trap. I didn’t stop there. I spent anywhere from 8-18 hours at my computer penning my novels. Soon I completed Time Search, Time Awakening, Time Inferno, and Time Nightmare.
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