Wikepedia definition: Three-peat is a term used primarily in American sports to refer to winning three consecutive championships. The term, a portmanteau of the words three and repeat, originated with the Los Angeles Lakers of the National Basketball Association, during their unsuccessful campaign for a third consecutive championship during the 1988–89 season. The term is a registered trademark owned by Pat Riley, the Lakers’ head coach from 1981–1990.
Okay, so after reading this definition, maybe three peat isn’t the right phrase to describe us. But it’s the one that comes to my mind when I think of the three of us.
In 2013, Varina Denman, Jill Kemerer, and I were finalists in the romance category of the ACFW Genesis contest for unpublished writers.
We met at the conference, and Varina (left) told Jill K. (middle) and I that her husband had started referring to us as The Jills. And so the term was coined. Since that time, the three of us have received our first book contracts.
This, in itself, is pretty amazing. Even better, our books have all come out within three months of each other. Our stories of how we got to this point, our books, even our contracts are different, but we have this great moment in common. So, congratulations to us on our first books! May there be many more. I’m thankful to have met these women, and I’m so excited to watch their careers flourish!
In celebration, we’re giving away copies of our books! One winner will receive all three!
Small-To
wn Bachelor by Jill Kemerer—April, 2015. Small-town girl meets big-city guy… they may have a growing attraction, but do their lives fit together? {An absolutely delightful romance. Sweet. Fun. Witty.} You can read more about Small-Town Bachelor by clicking on the cover.
Jaded by Varina Denman—March, 2015. Jaded is a love story, not only between a man and woman, but also between the church and the lost. {I love this! I know so, so many who have been hurt by the church.} You can read more about Jaded by clicking on the cover.
Falling for Texas by yours truly–February, 2015. About a Colorado girl who unwilling falls for a Texas guy.
There are numerous ways to enter to win below!
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Jill!! Today has been full of wonderful surprises, and YOU are one of them!! I’m so thankful we met. And I’m so happy for Varina, too!! It’s amazing that God had a plan for each of us at this time. He’s so good! Thank you, my friend!!
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I’m so thankful to have met you! <3
Jill, what a fun post! So much has happened since that night in 2013, I hardly feel like the same person. What a crazy/busy/exciting industry we’ve jumped into. And one of the best parts is meeting writer friends like you and “the other Jill.” Thanks for bringing back some great memories, and for hosting my little book here. Love you!
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I completely agree about the changes! So crazy. Just think how much we’ve all learned… at least I have! 🙂 Congratulations to you!
Hi Varina! It’s so exciting seeing Jaded online!! Congratulations!!
Thanks,Jill! It all still seems UNBELIEVABLE. I bet you guys feel the same way. 🙂
How exciting! Congratulations to you all!! Thank you for sharing this fantastic giveaway.
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Thanks, Britney!!
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Thank you! 🙂
Thanks for your support, Britney!
Ladies congrats on your releases! How fun and exciting for you. Thank you for this wonderful giveaway.
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Thank you so much, Caryl!!
Thank you, Caryl!
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Thank you, Caryl!
So fun!! Congrats, ladies!!!
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Thanks, Sheila!
Congrats to all of you! What an amazing story.
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Thank you, Deb!