Curiosity Shop: Kerry Blair, LDS Fiction Novelist

I’m glad your curiosity made you take a peek! One of my favorite places to pass an afternoon is an eclectic little shop in my hometown. The proprietor offers a little bit of everything—from rare and delightful books to sensational lotions, sheet music, and incredible fine art. (I think downtown heaven must have stores like this!) Since I can’t take you there, I hope to bring the experience here by sharing a few of my favorite things.

So come in already! I hope you’ll love the treasures you find here.

BOOK SHOP

Order books from my shop to have them signed and/or personally inscribed—for you or as a gift! All prices include postage, handling and even gift-wrapping if you’d like. If you prefer not to use PayPal, contact me to make other arrangements. Read the first chapter of each novel on the “Books” page!

Order books from my shop to have them personally inscribed—for you or as a gift. Available novels include:

The Heart Has Its Reasons
$14.00

The Heart Has Forever
$14.00

The Heart Only Knows
$14.00

This Just In
$14.00

Ghost of a Chance
$15.00

Of Infinite Worth: Tribute to Motherhood
$5.00

Not Available in Stores!
Until Death Do We Part
Everything you need (except food and people) to host an event that is simply to-die-for! Invite a dozen of your favorite zany characters from Covenant fiction to your home or ward for a party your friends will never forget! (Includes free bonus card game to play at Family Home Evening!)

Electronic version - $5.95

Printed copy - $10.00 (including postage)

Prices include postage. (See my “Books” page for more information and to read a first chapter.)

E- SHOP

One-stop-shop for novels and more! You won’t find a couple of these thrilling, romantic stories anywhere else! As for the out-of-print titles, I’ll deliver them directly to you computer or handheld at a fraction of the cover price. (Imagine! Books you don’t even have to dust!) Check back often as more titles are coming soon.

Epilogue to Closing In - FREE

Grave Secrets
by Marlene Austin
Free Sample

Download the Prologue and first 2 chapters

What the Moon Saw
by Kerry Blair
e-book
Fully expanded version of an old favorite. (Formerly published as Closing In.) New characters, new subplot, new epilogue, and about twenty pages more!
Ebook version
Price: $4.95

Libby James moved to the small, quirky town of Amen, Arizona to spend her life in solitude. But is she hiding from more than an outside world she finds painful and unforgiving? David Rogers thinks so. The dashing young astronaut-turned-CIA-agent has been sent undercover to find out all about this woman who is in reality one of the richest women in the world . . . and a suspected traitor. David quickly learns that Libby isn’t selling microchips to terrorists, and his agenda shifts from trying to prove her guilty to trying to protect the woman he loves from whoever is guilty—and is systematically eliminating everyone who gets in his way.

Kerry Blair tells a tale of love and greed that is far from a children’s fairy tale. With her flair for humor she not only keeps the suspense high, but keeps the reader laughing as well. ~ from a Meridian Magazine review by Jennie Hansen

READ THE FIRST CHAPTER OF “CLOSING IN” ON THE BOOKS PAGE!

Digging Up the Past
by Kerry Blair & Christine Wolfe
E-copy of an out-of-print title!
Ebook version
Price: $5.95

Even though she was once in love with Jayce Macdermott, FBI agent Meredith McKay thought she would never see him again. Now their less-than-happy reunion is taking place in a small Arizona jailhouse where the archeologist stands accused of murder. While Meredith can’t believe that Jayce killed a fellow undercover agent, her list of suspects is as short as the time Jayce may have to live.

Hidden beneath the red clay desert in the ancient, mystical land of the Hopis is a ceremonial kiva—and the answers to the investigation. As Meredith and Jayce dig for clues and edge closer to unearthing the truth, someone is preparing to sacrifice Jayce—quite literally—to protect a profitable scheme. Can Meredith learn the truth in time to save the man she loves?

“As I read, I found myself thoroughly engrossed. Though nothing like Sister Blair’s other books, this one is definitely a keeper…well-written, well-researched, and a delight through and through.” Jennie Hansen, best selling author—from a review

Read the first chapter

Haunt’s Haven
by LizAnne Bayh
Ebook Version
Price: $5.95
Any house that sits empty for sixty years is apt to gather a few ghost stories in its dust.

Dixie Wilford doesn’t believe in ghosts. But as soon as the former school teacher arrives in the tiny town of Cassady Springs -- home of two feuding families and a cafe owner with a startling story -- residents start telling her tales of a ghost who "guards" her century-old, deserted inn. Unfortunately, it is soon apparent that there is more truth than fiction to the stories. While Dixie has the courage to unearth tragic secrets to claim her heritage, it takes a handsome cowboy -- and a lonely rancher -- to prove that her own long-guarded heart may be able to love again.

Read the first two chapters.

Daniel's Mountain
by Christine Wolfe
Price: $3.95

Daniel's Mountain is a story about John Stevenson, a 30-something accountant who climbs mountains in an effort to commune with his dead son one more time. From his home in Arizona, he journeys to Colorado, Alaska and Italy, where he meets guides who offer the pearls of wisdom John will need to "see" his son again. Daniel's Mountain is a life enhancing novel about the power of love, having faith about the afterlife, and accepting a power greater than our own.

Read the first two chapters.

MORE FUN STUFF

Here are a few more of my favorite things!

JOAN’S CONSERVATORY

No matter what you’re looking for—a special number for Relief Society, Young Women, Primary, choir, family history, funerals, or fun—Joan Sowards has written a song for it! This is the place to go for FREE downloads of the most beautiful music you’ll find this side of heaven. And whatever you do, don’t miss the incredibly popular MP3 downloads and music videos! Stop by . . . and bring your friends!

Enter Joan’s music shop here.

Downlaod Some Postman (Love Letters Video) here.

SCENTIMENTS

Here in the lotions & potions section of the Curiosity Shop I recommend a line of products guaranteed to pamper your skin, delight your senses, and soothe your soul. This stuff is like chocolate for your skin. I love it!

Enter the Scentiments emporium here.

URBAN TEXTURE PHOTOGRAPHY BY PETER FIRTH

I could browse through this gallery all day! Come to think of it, I have. Often. This guy has an eye for the whimsical—and wild—and a true gift when it comes to combining light and color and . . . well, I don’t know what sorts of magic go into Peter’s work, I just know I find it absolutely breathtaking. Enter the art gallery here:

http://www.artwanted.com/urbtexture
http://www.portfolio.com/14622.firth
http://www.slcphoto.com/gallery/urbtexture

CUSTOM TIES

Need matching ties in different sizes for a special picture or event? Wish you could find the perfect tie to match your son or husband’s personality? Custom Ties is here to help! All ties are 100% cotton and handmade in Arizona . (You gotta love this lady! I sure do!)

View custom ties here! (http://picasaweb.google.com/primarymary2/CustomTies)

Contact Mary to place an order at customties1@yahoo.com