About the Book

Book: Finding Love in Big Sky Montana

Author: Angela Ruth Strong

Genre: Sweet romance/western

Release date: September, 2016

Bright Star Ranch led him to her–but will he stay?

Josh Lake is forced to head home for the holidays after he’s suspended from his job in the city, but running into Paisley Sheridan could be exactly what he needed. Not only does she board him at her ranch in exchange for his advertising expertise, but spending the Christmas season with her in Big Sky, Montana, brings more joy than he’s felt in a long while. Is he willing to give up the lavish lifestyle he’s worked for in exchange for the gift of love?

The last thing Paisley wants for Christmas is to spend time with Josh Lake—the guy who broke her heart in high school—but until her bank loan goes through, she has to take all the free help she can get. Unfortunately, Josh seems to want back in her life again, and the town’s quirky coffee shop owners don’t help by hanging mistletoe at every opportunity. Will Paisley succeed in driving him away, or will she find the healing needed to have hope for a future together?

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About the Author

Angela Ruth Strong sold her first Christian romance novel in 2009 then quit writing romance when her husband left her. Twelve years later, God has shown her the true meaning of love, and there’s nothing else she’d rather write about. Her books have since earned TOP PICK in Romantic Times, won the Cascade Award, and been Amazon best-sellers. Her book Finding Love in Big Sky filmed on location in Montana and will air in spring of 2022. She also writes non-fiction for SpiritLed Woman. To help aspiring authors, she started IDAhope Writers where she lives in Idaho, and she teaches as an expert online at WRITE THAT BOOK.

More from Angela Ruth

Having my book made into a movie is a dream come true, and getting to be an extra on the set in Montana blew away all my expectations. There’s nothing like walking into a world you created and seeing your imaginary friends come to life.

I knew what was going on before anyone told me. I pointed around the set as I narrated: “They are going to hang that star on the barn. The horses are named Butch and Sundance. And that big red truck is going to break down because I WANT it to break down.”

I got it all right except for one thing. “Actually, Angela, the truck really did break down.” Oops.

Not only was I in on the inside jokes, but I kind of made them up. For example, during the “almost kissing” scene, Josh’s brother walks into the kitchen to look for ice cream. The actors got a good laugh afterwards whenever they were practicing the kissing scene because the actress would turn away with an “I’m going out for ice cream.”

I was only on location for one day, but it was the best day. I saw them film both kisses, the mentor scene, and we were extras in the cowboy ball. (I’m the one in the blue dress who signs up for the silent auction.)

However, my husband Jim was really bummed we couldn’t be there for the scene in the auto repair shop. He took his own coveralls just in case he could be an extra mechanic. We joked with the actress about it, and when we watched the final cut, we were surprised to see her call back into the shop to a “Jim.” I messaged her to ask if she did that on purpose, and she said she did. Such a sweet tribute.

On our last day, we ate breakfast at the Western Café (another film location) with the director, and we visited the jewelry shop where my hero had a necklace made for the heroine with the logo of her ranch on it. Jim gave me the exact same necklace for Christmas.

Everyone was so fun and nice, and even if I someday get to have another book made into a movie, I don’t think it could top this experience. I really hope you enjoy both the novel and the film. And may the message of how “you are a treasure” carry you forward toward your own dreams.

Interview with Angela

Share something your readers wouldn’t know about you.

I’ll sum myself up for those who don’t follow me: I’m a flight attendant and aerobics instructor who has three grown children, and I live in Idaho with my Harley riding husband. I recently beat breast cancer, so after chemo and my double mastectomy, there was a while where I was a bald biker with fake boobs. I’m starting to look like myself again, which I’m really happy about.

What book is currently on your bedside table?

All That it Takes by Nicole Deese. I’m flying to Spokane tonight where the story is set, so I’ll be reading it on the way. I’d hoped to get together with Nicole while I’m there, but our schedules don’t line up unfortunately. Though I might have to take a few pics with the book by the river or on the gondolas just for fun.

Can you share with us something about the book that isn’t in the blurb?

We rode our iron steed to Montana to check out the area. I got pretty bad writer’s block on this book because I don’t actually know anything about horses. So I called up my friend who owned a farm and invited myself over for a tour. She is Norwegian and her horses are Fjord horses, which is what inspired a lot of this novel. (Though they aren’t Fjord horses in the movie.)

Does one of the main characters hold a special place in your heart? If so, why?

Everybody’s favorite characters are Dot and Annabel. I modeled them after a couple of elderly women at church who were besties and would volunteer to clean the bathroom after service. They wore pink and zebra print rubber gloves while they cleaned and made anybody who walked into the bathroom feel like a VIP.

What is the key theme and/or message in the book?

The theme has to do with finding our value. Paisley’s grandfather left his ranch to her, and he also left her with the nickname “Min Skatt.” That’s a Norwegian term of endearment meaning “my treasure.” Every one of the actors on set asked me about Min Skatt because they were intrigued by it. It also meant so much to one of my friends that she had it tattooed on her arm. I hope readers (and viewers) will come away also feeling like they are a treasure.

Where can readers find out more about you and your books?

I’d love it if they sign up for my newsletter at http://www.angelaruthstrong.com! That’s where I share my adventures, what God is personally teaching me, and upcoming book deals. They can also help me plot novels in my facebook group. We have so much fun there.

Any current or upcoming projects you’d like to tell us about?

Ironically, I’m currently working on another Christmas romance involving a star. This one is titled We Three Kings after the wise men in the Bible, and I’m writing it with two other authors. The first two novellas in the collection are historical. They involve the hero making his fortune off gold in the 1800s and frankincense in the 1900s. My story is contemporary with a hero who makes his fortune from myrrh. It’s both fun and fascinating!

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Giveaway

To celebrate her tour, Angela is giving away the grand prize package of a movie package with a $25 gift certificate to the movies, popcorn, popcorn bowl, and an autographed copy of Finding Love in Big Sky, including author notes in the margins!!

Be sure to comment on the blog stops for nine extra entries into the giveaway! Click the link below to enter.

https://promosimple.com/ps/1d0b4/finding-love-in-big-sky-montana-celebration-tour-giveaway