Welcoming 2019...

The year 2018 went rather slow for me since other issues took first place over my writing and life was full of surprises for my family. In the beginning of 2018, I was evicted from the home I lived in and had to move. Once settled in, my family and I took our first vacation to the beach. Toward the end of the year, God threw us another curve ball and we were informed that my husband's job would end in February 2019. So then, he went into search mode for another job and is currently still there. 

In 2018, I only had one release. However, I plan so much more for 2019 and I pray God will see it through if it's His will. Below you will find a list of my hopes/plans for the following year. As we all know, this could change, but this is what I'm praying for when it comes to my writing. In addition to being a wife, mother, and writer... I am also volunteering at my children's homeschool group. So that is scheduled for three days of the week. I've designated Tuesday's and Thursdays for full writing days and will try to fit it in wherever I can during the remaining parts of the week. On the weekends, I'll be off since those days are dedicated to my children.

You can still keep up to date with me and have more interaction from me in my private group on Facebook. This is where I seem to be the most active.

Okay, enough rambling and onto the upcoming plans for the year...

1. Various vlogs posted each week. 

(I originally planned these for each Wednesday. However, I had a hard time keeping up with that schedule. Therefore, I will TRY a weekly schedule, but that could change. 

2. Finishing writing Fumbled Faith and publish.

This book I've co-authored with a good friend of mine who helped plot out the first half of the book. It has been so much fun working with another person who shares the same love for writing that I have. 

3. Finish writing #loveyoumore and publish.

I would have had this one published by now had I not decided I wasn't happy with the book and the direction it was going. I deleted over half of the manuscript and started over. Remember, Colonia and Tyler's story is partly based upon my relationship with my husband. 😀 

4. Grow my Facebook group.

5. Host several events/giveaways OUTSIDE of my group.

I've hosted most of my giveaways within the group and only those who participated were eligible. However, this year, I want to give back to my readers by opening a few giveaways to the public.

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There we have it. Once my two current works in progress are completed, I'll be announcing plans for more upcoming projects. Until then, stay tuned for my release schedule and event schedule. 

Release Event | Refusing To Sink by Rae-Beth McGee-Buda @raebethmcgee

Book Title:  Refusing To Sink

Author: RaeBeth McGee-Buda

Genre: Christian Contemporary 

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Lily lost her beloved second daughter years ago and was determined to spend every waking moment making memories with Hope and Jax. Christmas was no exception and a favored holiday. However, Lily's faith was shaken and left in pieces when tragedy struck; leaving Hope battered and in a coma. On Christmas Eve after a month of no improvement and Hope's health declining, doctor's suggest taking her off of life support. Lily was devastated and questioned everything she believed in life; including God.
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Twelve years old, Hope enters into a paradise she had heard of so many times in her life. While there, she meets the One who knows all and controls all. She meets some unexpected people while learning of her life's important purpose; to help her mother truly find the love of the Lord.
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Why would he love Lily so much but put her through so much heartache by taking another child away? Why would God give such an important task to such a young girl who had so much to learn about life? Would each of them learn to live with the differences set before them in life?

GRAB YOUR E-COPY TODAY ON AMAZON FOR ONLY $.99!!!

Preorders are OPEN!!!

Hey guys,

I'm excited to announce that Refusing To Sink is available for preorder.
That means you can have it on your Kindle the moment it releases!! How awesome is that?

It's quick and easy. Just follow the link below to preorder your copy today!

Book Description: 

Lily lost her beloved second daughter years ago and was determined to spend every waking moment making memories with Hope and Jax. Christmas was no exception and a favored holiday. However, Lily's faith was shaken and left in pieces when tragedy struck; leaving Hope battered and in a coma. On Christmas Eve after a month of no improvement and Hope's health declining, doctor's suggest taking her off of life support. Lily was devastated and questioned everything she believed in life; including God.
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Twelve years old, Hope enters into a paradise she had heard of so many times in her life. While there, she meets the One who knows all and controls all. She meets some unexpected people while learning of her life's important purpose; to help her mother truly find the love of the Lord.
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Why would he love Lily so much but put her through so much heartache by taking another child away? Why would God give such an important task to such a young girl who had so much to learn about life? Would each of them learn to live with the differences set before them in life?

Click here to preorder!!!

{COVER REVEAL} Refusing To Sink by RaeBeth McGee-Buda

Oh my gosh!! 

The past few weeks have been super crazy but I'm happy to slow

down a bit to enjoy this reveal with you. This upcoming novella

is a short Christian read and is perfect for Christmas. The cover was created

by EmCat Designs and it's absolutely beautiful. 

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COMING December 1st.

Description for Refusing to Sink:

Christmas: a time thought to be full of love, joy, and celebration.

Lily lost her beloved second daughter years ago and was determined to spend every waking moment making memories with Hope and Jax. Christmas was no exception and a favored holiday. However, Lily's faith was shaken and left in pieces when tragedy struck; leaving Hope battered and in a coma. On Christmas Eve after a month of no improvement and Hope's health declining, doctor's suggest taking her off of life support. Lily was devastated and questioned everything she believed in life; including God.

Twelve years old, Hope enters into a paradise she had heard of so many times in her life. While there, she meets the One who knows all and controls all. She meets some unexpected people while learning of her life's important purpose; to help her mother truly find the love of the Lord.

Why would he love Lily so much but put her through so much heartache by taking another child away? Why would God give such an important task to such a young girl who had so much to learn about life? Would each of them learn to live with the differences set before them in life?

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What do you think?

I am super excited about this release and I can't wait until you get to read it. 

Beta readers are welcome to contact me if interested in doing a beta read for me. 

Refusing To Sink Release Information

Hey readers,

Things have been crazy here with writing. I'm in the process of writing FOUR books at one time. 

But I am happy to announce that one of these books will be in your hands OR on your Kindle very soon. 

I've been working on a novella for you and it'll be available on DECEMBER 1ST!!!

Keep reading to find out more about this emotional read coming your way.....

hi (from my daughter)

Anywho...

The cover reveal will be on October 13th. I absolutely love this one and I think 

Emcat Designs did an amazing job once again.  

Here's the description for you to learn a bit more about this new read.

Christmas: a time thought to be full of love, joy, and celebration.

Lily lost her beloved second daughter years ago and was determined to spend every waking moment making memories with Hope and Jax. Christmas was no exception and a favored holiday. However, Lily's faith was shaken and left in pieces when tragedy struck; leaving Hope battered and in a coma. On Christmas Eve after a month of no improvement and Hope's health declining, doctor's suggest taking her off of life support. Lily was devastated and questioned everything she believed in life; including God.

Twelve years old, Hope enters into a paradise she had heard of so many times in her life. While there, she meets the One who knows all and controls all. She meets some unexpected people while learning of her life's important purpose; to help her mother truly find the love of the Lord.

Why would he love Lily so much but put her through so much heartache by taking another child away? Why would God give such an important task to such a young girl who had so much to learn about life? Would each of them learn to live with the differences set before them in life?

There you have it. 

I'm super excited about this one. 

It's a Contemporary Christian read that is packed with emotion!!

Stay tuned for the cover reveal and any other sneak peeks on my Facebook page, Twitter, and Instagram. 💓

Causes and more...

October is a great month. 

Leaves change as Fall arrives.

But most of all...

It's a time to bring awareness!!

Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month

Wave of Light- October 15th. 

This month I remember my angel daughter, Dakota. On May 27, 2013 

my life changed forever when I gave birth to my second child who unfortunately

didn't make it. She was stillborn. Read more about 

her life as I honor her life in 

"Saying Goodbye Without Saying Hello."

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You were not a "lost pregnancy" or a "stillborn" as some have described you. You were not a sad thing that happened to us or a tragic circumstance.

You were a baby, my baby, our baby!
A human being.

AND YOU STILL ARE!!!

Saying Goodbye Without Saying Hello is...

The journey of pregnancy brings hope, joy, and love for the expecting mother. The hope of giving birth to a new life. The joy of feeling this new life growing inside of her. The love that starts with a test that doesn’t ever end. Dreams for the unborn child flood the new mother’s mind, as well as those around her. Each step of the pregnancy is a cherished moment.

The anticipation of meeting her cherished baby builds from the very first month and ends after birth.
This is the story of one mother and how a few words changed her life forever. How a piece of her faded when she heard these words: “There’s no heartbeat.”

When RaeBeth Buda laid in the hospital in labor, she and her husband heard those dreaded words.

What happens when all of those dreams are shattered in a moment’s notice? How does one cope with the loss of their child? This is the story of their journey and of the devastating grief of the loss of her daughter, Dakota Emily Buda.

PURCHASE HERE:
AMAZON: https://goo.gl/ygS5UG

WALMART: https://goo.gl/qG6N8N (paperback)

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October is also Breast Cancer Awareness Month. I and several other authors have come together to offer you this anthology full of stories dedicated to breast cancer. In addition, all proceeds from this book are donated to cancer research. Check out more details below.

When life seems perfect, a storm moves in and rocks our world, turning it upside down. Some are harder to weather than others, but what happens when the worst occurs? Do you give up or do you face it without wavering? 

Ink For Pink is an HEA collection of short breast cancer stories that show the worst possible storm these fabulous characters can face while not giving up hope. 

They didn't have to go through it alone, and neither do you. Ink For Pink, an army united in pink! 

Grab your copy today on Amazon. 

Wrapping up the Summer

Hey readers,

Wow, it has been such a long time. I promise I haven't given up. After my health issues, my family and I took our first family vacation to Myrtle Beach, which was exactly what we needed. So after taking the summer off, I'm back going in full swing. As of today, I am working on a new and updated writing schedule that INCLUDES release dates. Once these are set in stone, I'll make several announcements. 

As usual, if you want to look behind the scenes, feel free to join me in my private group on Facebook! 

It's great to be back and I hope ya'll are ready for some readin'!

Have a wonderful day and I pray everyone has a safe/blessed school year!