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Online Status: Last On: Nov 20, 2009 - 3:45 PM
Profile Views: 6,143
Member Since: November 10, 2008
Location: Baltimore, MD
ShoutLife Address: shoutlife.com/LoreeALough
Website: http://www.loreelough.com
Genre: Women's Fiction
Primary Publishers: Abingdon, Whitaker, Summerside, S/H, Barbour, more
Influences:
God, husband, children, life experience... in that order.
Similar To:
I'd say "Nobody, I'm unique!", but my wonderful reader-friends have often compared my style to Mary Jo Putney and Nicholas Sparks. Go figger!
News Feed
Yesterday
8:20 PM is now friends with Marggee
Friday November 20
6:20 PM is now friends with Jill Williamson, Marja Meijers, Brittany, Gospel Artist Holy Boy, Gina Conroy, Laurin, Francesco and Dearl Hardy
3:42 PM posted a new bulletin entitled "900 GREYHOUNDS TO BE EUTHENIZED!"
Thursday November 19
8:28 PM is now friends with Fuse Christian Concerts and Murphy Henderson Jr.
6:40 PM posted a new bulletin entitled "Bible verses"
Wednesday November 18
9:11 PM is now friends with Pam Thum, Lori A. Moore, Tina St.Ama, Pam Kumpe, whats up peeps!!, Andrew, Anne Patrick, THE REFUGE - Positive Hit Music and Paul
Tuesday November 17
8:46 PM is now friends with HarvestBloom and Gifted Da FlameThrowa
Monday November 16
10:04 PM is now friends with John W. Schlitt, -:[ Paul Mc ]:-, Songs, Writings and Testimonies, <3 GRACE and Elizabeth ~ + ~ GOD's Property
Sunday November 15
4:16 PM is now friends with Underground Hustle Productions, Todd Day, Richard and MARY'S PRAYER
9:30 AM is now a member of the Friday night Prayer night (Chr group
General Interests
If it's 'family-centered', you're gonna find me right in the middle of it! I've been married to my handsome husband for 37 glorious years. The Lord blessed us with two beautiful daughters, two wonderful sons-in-law, and seven (so far!) amazing grandkids.
Music
Before my walk down the aisle, I spent many years, singing for my supper (literally!), so music has always been a huge part of my life. If it's got a beat, you'll probably see me bobbing my head, tapping my toe, or snapping my fingers. And singing along. LOL
Books
I love them! Books entertain me, educate me, inform me, and have kept me company through many baseball, football and hunting seasons! My favorite authors? Steinbeck, Jack London, Dean Koontz, Nicholas Sparks, Sharlene MacLaren, and (surprise!) Loree Lough.
Movies/TV
TV: My hubby and I love to relax at the end of a long, hard day, sitting side by side in our easy chairs and watching shows all sorts of shows. Do we have favorites? Sure! But they change every season, thanks to recommendations from friends like you! Movies: We love to tell people that for Date Night, we usually opt for 'dinner and a movie. But only a precious few of them know that means a tub of buttered popcorn (dinner), a giant box of Milk Duds (dessert), which we eat while we watch the previews! LOL Our favorites flicks? Ah, there are far too many to list (at least, without boring you to tears)!
Networks
Business: ACFW
Boulder, CO
2000 - 2009
Business: RWA
Spring, TX
1994 - 2009
Business: MRW
Baltimore, MD
1994 - 2009
Business: NINC
Manhattan, KS
1994 - 2009
Business: PennWriters
Pittsburgh, PA
1999 - 2009
Business: MWA
Annapolis, MD
1996 - 2009
College: Howard Comm. College
Columbia, MD
1994 - 2009
College: NE IL State
Chicago, IL
1968 - 1972
High School: Glenbard North
Lombard, IL
1967 - 1968
Published Works
BEAUTIFUL BANDIT (2010)
COMING SOON FROM WHITAKER HOUSE, the first novel in Loree Lough's "Lone Star Legends" series!

Early June, 1888:

Kate Wellington is on the run...

from notorious outlaw Frank Michaels, who'll stop at nothing to keep her from testifying against him, and the Texas Rangers, who think she killed three innocent bystanders while robbing the bank in San Antonio!

She hides out on a ranch near Eagle Pass, and makes the mistake of falling boots over bonnet for the land and the wonderful people who call it home.

Then Kate's life gets even more complicated when she realizes that clearing her name might just cost her the love of the handsome cowboy who rescued her.

You don't want to miss this heart-touching, life-changing western adventure from award-winning author Loree Lough!

Buy BEAUTIFUL BANDIT Online

Prevailing Love (2010)
Three full-length contemporary romances that promise to make you laugh, and cry, and find new reasons to rejoice in love!

Buy Prevailing Love Online

Tales of the Heart (2010)
Three full-length historical romances sure to make you laugh and cry... while renewing your belief in happy endings!

Buy Tales of the Heart Online

Be Still...and Let Your Nail Polish Dry (2009)
Devotionals for the busy Christian woman, written by multi-published authors Loree Lough, Andrea Boeshaar, Sandie Bricker, Debby Mayne.

A portion of the book's proceeds are earmarked for the Ovarian Cancer Research Fund.

Buy Be Still...and Let Your Nail Polish Dry Online

Love Finds You in North Pole, Alaska (2009)
What can a wounded war veteran and a klutzy chef have in common? Nothing... or so it seems when they first collide under Aurora Borealis skies.

A "laugh-out-loud" AND "reach-for-the-tissues" story!

Buy Love Finds You in North Pole, Alaska Online

Love Finds You in Paradise, Pennsylvania (2009)
A heart-rending tale set in Pennsylvania's famed Amish country, this story is sure to make you reach for your tissues!

Buy Love Finds You in Paradise, Pennsylvania Online

The Ultimate Gardener (2009)
The perfect Anytime gift for those who enjoy getting their hands dirty, this compilation features a myriad of authors (including Loree Lough!) who share their special 'growing' stories.

Buy The Ultimate Gardener Online

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*Christian Fiction Reviews* , Aspiring Writers and Authors , awesomely random things! =]] , Brand Nu You , Bryant Sterling/MUSIC INDUSTRY , CELEBRITIES FOR JESUS , Christian Romance Lovers , Daily Devotional , Discussions from the heart... , Dr. Cheez Friends/Prayer Group , FreeWriting2 , Friday night Prayer night (Chr , Lost Genre Guild , Media Room for Literary Art , Righteous Writers , S.O.U.L MINISTRY , Shoutlife Bible Study , The REAL America , The ShoutLife Prayer Team , We Bear The Kings Commission , WIN THE LOST AT ANY COST , Writers , Writers Resource Center
PLEASE READ BULLETIN ABOUT 900 GREYHOUNDS THAT MIGHT BE EUTHENIZED!
Nov 20, 2009 - 3:45 PM

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About Loree Lough

When I was the young mom of three little girls, we lived way out in the country, where it took at least 30 minutes to drive to the nearest... anything! Even then (though I didn't know it at the time), the Lord was preparing me to become a writer. Things like bats in the bathroom, cows (not ours!) in the front yard, and crazy-eyed raccoons clinging to my clothesline gave me plenty of stuff to scribble in my diary.

But I didn't write anything with true seriousness until a neighbor boasted, "MY pastor's better than yours!" She dragged me to her church, where I fully expecting to leave saying, "Ha, ha... you were wrong!"

Well, much to my surprise, he WAS a better preacher. A whole LOT better! And his sermon that day is what turned me into a washed-in-the-blood Christian with a desire to write with passion, in His name, for His glory!

When you get a minute, pop on over to Loree's site! to see evidence of what our Father inspired me to do with my life. Then kick back with a cup of coffee or tea and scan my newsletter, where you'll get to know one of my favorite authors a little better, read a scrumptious recipe (go ahead and copy it!), and see which of my writer friends' books I'm recommending this month.

And if anything weighs heavy on your heart, please let me join you in prayer, dear Shoutlife friends, for wherever two or more are gathered in His name....

Meanwhile, I'm praying He will shower you and those you love with abundant joy and complete contentment!

I love you all in His name,
Loree
Upcoming Events
BOOK SIGNING - Hagerstown Hometown Holiday Book Festival - Hagerstown, Maryland Nov 28, 2009 - 1:00 PM
FESTIVAL - Hagerstown Hometown Holiday Book Festival - Hagerstown, Maryland Nov 28, 2009 - 1:00 PM
FESTIVAL - Tollgate Marketplace Barnes and Noble - Bel Air, Maryland Dec 3, 2009 - 11:00 AM
BOOK SIGNING - Tollgate Marketplace Barnes & Noble - Bel Air Dec 3, 2009 - 1:00 PM
Videos
Love Finds You in Paradise, Pennsylviana
Video Folders:
Love Finds You in Paradise PA (1),
Photos
Photo Gallery Folders:
Cherry Blossom Time! (5), Loree's getaway. (7), Loree's Latest Release (2), New stuff (11),
Blog
A Prayer for Veterans' Day   11/11/2009 - 7:25 AM
O Father in heaven, we ask that You become the shield for the brave men and women who have chosen to defend our great country and those who call it home, who daily risk their own lives to keep safe those in oppressed nations. Protect our soldiers,... (login or sign up to read more)
26 views - 5 replies - Most Recent Reply: 11/16/09 - 10:13 PM
Loree...blowin' off a little steam!   11/06/2009 - 2:57 PM
So what's with these so-called professionals these days! Take for starters the frustration of leaving a voice mail message or sending an email that was not returned. Or how about this one: Business people who don't bother to show up for sch... (login or sign up to read more)
38 views - 8 replies - Most Recent Reply: 11/10/09 - 1:56 PM
Once upon a time...   11/05/2009 - 1:57 PM
Once upon a time, there was a writer who tried and tried, but just could NOT figure out html codes. Or CSS codes, for that matter. So she wrinkled her nose and scratched her head and hunted all through Cyberspace, hoping to find how-to information th... (login or sign up to read more)
28 views - 4 replies - Most Recent Reply: 11/06/09 - 2:38 PM
Ever have one of THOSE days?   11/05/2009 - 1:28 PM
So here I sat, trying to get back to working on my latest book, wondering when the next interruption would happen. Seems like every time I typed a word, the phone rang, and some ladies wanted a donation for this or a bag or box for that. Or someb... (login or sign up to read more)
29 views - 4 replies - Most Recent Reply: 11/06/09 - 2:40 PM
A funny thing happened on the way to the Bible...   11/02/2009 - 7:20 AM
Gooooooooooooood mawnin' Shoutlife friends! I'm hope you enjoyed a wonderful, relaxing, happy weekend. Mine was super, and the 'super' continued, right up until this morning, when I went through the usual motions, getting ready for the day. ... (login or sign up to read more)
42 views - 10 replies - Most Recent Reply: 11/04/09 - 2:18 PM
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Recent Guestbook Comments (423)  
John on 11/21/09 - 12:52 PM
Hi Loree, stopping by to leave you a smile and hope you have a very Happy Thanksgiving...God bless you my sis in the Lord
Randolph N. Alvis on 11/20/09 - 9:39 PM
Loree, I was just introduced to this website by a young lady with a company I believe was named the candystore where I was inquiring about book marketing. My first book was published in May and I'm trying to find out the best ways to market it and she recommended to establish a website here. When you said you would like to pray for anyone, because wherever two or more are gathered....AMEN! Pray that God will restore peace and joy back into my life. I've had ongoing bouts with depression and anxiety and I know that Satan believes he can defeat my walk with Christ with this onslaught. I'm coming back to your site and check it out this weekend. Thank you for any offered prayers, they will be greatly appreciated.

God Bless You,

Nick Alvis
Steven Fivecats on 11/20/09 - 3:57 PM
Hope you do. Horses are great. We had a total of five at one time. But now, none. Perhaps one day soon we'll have a bigger place for a couple of horses. Have a great evening... :)
Steven Fivecats on 11/20/09 - 11:25 AM
Yes it is my friend... They are some very lovely horses... :)
Paul on 11/20/09 - 9:59 AM
Loree, thanks for the add,surely I will be a friend. may the good Lord bless you. Talk tomorrow- Blessings -Paul
Steven Fivecats on 11/19/09 - 2:47 PM
Have a wonderful weekend and a great Thanksgiving!!! :)
DJ Octave on 11/19/09 - 1:12 AM
It is nice to meet you too. Thanks for the info. Have a blessed time in the Lord.
Lisa Beth Jenkins on 11/18/09 - 6:54 PM
I had to come by and thank you for your comment on my blog so glad to meet you. And I thought you might like to see the one I posted this evening as well. I pray it blesses you. Hugs Lisa
Light of God

Light of God





Light of God in the face of Jesus Christ

Illuminate our paths so we may have Your sight


We are Your vessels in earthen clay pots

Mold us and shape us, in Thee we trust.




Your ways are higher than our ways


Your thoughts are higher than our thoughts


This treasure You put inside of us no one can


destroy or touch


For we are fashioned now to Your likeness the


old man is destroyed


For our life now hidden in Christ embraced in


Your love.





We may be cast down, and spoken evil of


We may be persecuted for our faith


But we know Whom we serve and you give us grace to endure


Any trial that may come our way for we walk and


stand


And trust in the light of God.





Lisa Beth Jenkins © 2009


All Rights Reserved
<3 GRACE on 11/16/09 - 2:55 PM
thanks im glad were friends
Ane Mulligan on 11/16/09 - 2:45 PM
I thought you had! Will I see you next Sept in IN?
The Amundruds on 11/16/09 - 10:39 AM
Hi Loree!

Thanks for the friendship!
God Bless you,
Gary for The Amundruds
www.theamundruds.com
BRYANT STERLING (The VOICE) on 11/16/09 - 6:08 AM
THANK YOU Loree for your comment on my Blog... please keep checking back and let us know if you discover anything new... GOD BLESS, Bryant.
Ms.V.says, I CHOOSE to be RECESSION FREE on 11/15/09 - 6:36 PM
Hey Loree,
Good font. Type ya again later. Much blessings on your upcoming book signings. Happy Thanksgiving.

Ms. "V"
www.victoriapoller.com
Jim Hargrove on 11/15/09 - 5:07 PM
Hi Loree,

It doesn't matter whether you're Baptist, Methodist, Pentecostal, Conservative, or Liturgical you need to be aware of what God is doing in these days through the Messianic movement. The more we understand the roots of our faith in Judaism, the more we can understand what God wants us to know to make that faith grow.

It doesn't matter whether you like rock, country, contemporary, gospel, or hip hop, you need to grow in your musical tastes, and sample the rich tapestry of Messianic Jewish music that is available today. To that end, I would like to introduce you to two amazing Messianic artists, whose musical style is very unique, and totally wonderful.


Deborah Kline-Iantorno's music springs from her Jewish and Puerto Rican roots, and her years as a night club singer. Her songs are exciting, her voice is gorgeous, and the message she brings is right on.

Straight from Jerusalem, Israel, the songs of Rivka Whitten are alive and fresh. Her music is a unique mix of Yemenite Israeli vocals along with rhythms from around the world, and a gifted group of instrumentalists.

Please come on by, and check out a couple of amazing songs that I have put on my page, then you can go to www.newfaithfavorites.com and listen to all of them.

Thanks,

Jim


HopeNHim ~ God Gave Me Hope on 11/15/09 - 2:48 PM
LOL ~ You are a busy girl. I find it a challenge just keeping up with FB and SL alone. I usually feel I'm neglecting one or the others.

I am not familiare with the PC oven timer.

Hugs for a wonderful Sunday evening.
Carlynn on 11/15/09 - 11:40 AM
oh my goodness Loree - a rabid raccoon yikes! lol about the cleaning!
when we lived in the wilderness amidst DC (a quaint 5 acres) we had a rabid fox there. critters are so funny tho when harmless arent they? our horses used to graze in several pastures, one being right around the house and one morning i came downstairs to find them in the kitchen gorging on apples i had in an antique nippon bowl! LOL, funny. got a picture of them too, the miscreants! that's one of the stories in my book :-)
Carlynn on 11/14/09 - 4:02 PM
beautiful prayer for Veteran's Day, just beautiful. and amen!
had to LOL at the cows in the yard, bats on the clothesline...sounds like my neck of the woods teeheeehe! GB you gal, as you have blessed others....carlynn
Margaret on 11/14/09 - 3:00 PM
Yay! My book came yesterday and I read the first chapter before we went to dinner with our neighbors. I can't wait to get back to it, but my husband decided this was a good day to string the Christmas lights outside, since it's so nice out.
Thanks you sooooo much! I love the inscription. You are a true blessing!
God bless you REAL BIG!!!!
Gary Revel on 11/14/09 - 11:10 AM
Best wishes to you.
~:{Ellen}:~ on 11/14/09 - 10:55 AM
Hey sweetie...sending Jesus hugs...have a great weekend