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Local author offers a holiday recipe collection

Cincinnati, Ohio – Loveland native and debut author Laurie Stroup Smith has compiled a collection of holiday recipes from some of your favorite Amish authors.

By subscribing to her newsletter, readers will receive this exclusive digital content for free. In addition to exciting updates about reader events, giveaways, and upcoming book releases, Smith also includes access to the first chapter of Pockets of Promise, Book #1 in The Pocket Quilt Series. Your privacy is protected. She will never give your information to anyone. Visit lauriestroupsmith.com and sign up today.

Kelly Irvin, award-winning author of Mountains of Grace and a Long Bridge Home, says, “With her debut novel, Pockets of Promise, Laurie Stroup Smith has elevated a lovely Amish romance to a universal coming-of-age story.”

Smith was named a Finalist in the 2017 ACFW First Impressions Contest for this story and a Semi-Finalist in the 2018 and 2019 ACFW Genesis Contests for additional writing.

Released by Vinspire Publishing on April 30, 2020, Pockets of Promise is about a young Amish woman—torn between two worlds and two men—who travels to the Amish snowbird community of Pinecraft, Florida, where she receives wisdom and guidance through secret letters tucked into the pockets of a special quilt.

Kelly Irvin, award-winning author of Mountains of Grace and a Long Bridge Home, says, “With her debut novel, Pockets of Promise, Laurie Stroup Smith has elevated a lovely Amish romance to a universal coming-of-age story.”

Vannetta Chapman, award-winning author of Agatha’s Amish B&B Series, agrees, saying, “A fresh new voice in Amish fiction…Smith pulls us straight into the confusion of an Amish rumspringa…touching, authentic, and sweet.”

Purchase digital and paperback copies are available. Amazon, Barnes and Noble, BAM, Smashwords, and Kobo.

Visit lauriestroupsmith.com for more information. Smith looks forward to connecting with readers on Facebook and Instagram.

Title:    Pockets of Promise, Book #1 in The Pocket Quilt Series
Author:   Laurie Stroup Smith
Pub Date:   April 30, 2020
Paperback and ebook available at:    Amazon
Barnes and Noble
Smashwords
Kobo
ISBN:    978-1734150742
Price:   $14.99
Pages:   200
Genre:   Amish

Oct 11, 2020
Mocha and Graham Crackers visit hospice and William (Bill) Stroup

Laurie Stroup Smith

Loveland, Ohio – William (Bill) Stroup, a resident of Loveland for 45 years, has been a patient at Hospice of Cincinnati Blue Ash since early March. Several weeks ago, he mentioned to his son that he would like to go to Belterra Park, formerly known as River Downs, to watch the horses race as he had each summer for decades.

Family members discussed the possibility with his care team, knowing the pandemic would present additional challenges that could not be ignored. Instead of allowing him to leave the safety of the facility, the decision was made to bring the races to him.

On August 10, Hospice staff decorated Bill’s room with horse-related banners, brightly-colored signs, and cutouts of jockey helmets.

In addition to brightening up his room, they borrowed horse-racing DVDs from the library, purchased a Kentucky Derby t-shirt for him to wear, and brought him a sweet tea “mint julep.”

The highlight of the day was the interaction with Mocha and Graham Crackers, two miniature horses from Cincinnati Therapeutic Riding and Horsemanship. After spending time at Bill’s window, the ponies were led through the hospice halls for the enjoyment of other patients.

Bill and his family especially want to thank Karen Hipsher, LSW, and her team for facilitating this phenomenal experience. Hospice once again went above and beyond, taking into consideration the emotional needs of a patient in addition to the physical and spiritual needs while creating beautiful memories for everyone involved.

Laurie Stroup Smith grew up in Loveland and graduated from Loveland High School in 1994. She writes Amish and Contemporary Romance stories.

Aug 13, 2020
Laurie Stroup Smith “Happy Release Day!” for Pockets of Promise

If you’re on Facebook, you can celebrate the release of Pockets of Promise by popping over to https://www.facebook.com/lauriestroupsmith from 8 to 9 PM on Thursday, April 30^th.

Laurie Stroup Smith grew up in Loveland and graduated from Loveland High School (https://lauriestroupsmith.com)

by Laurie Stroup Smith

Dear Friends,

I hope you received the postcard I sent through snail mail, inviting you to join us at the Book Launch Party for Pockets of Promise I had planned to host on May 2^nd. Even if the libraries are open on that Saturday, gatherings of more than 10 people are discouraged. As a result, the May 2^nd party will be rescheduled. Eventually.

If you’re on Facebook, you can celebrate the release of Pockets of Promise by popping over to https://www.facebook.com/lauriestroupsmith from 8 to 9 PM on Thursday, April 30^th.

I’ll post questions every 15 minutes or so, and you can leave comments if desired. There will be giveaways, and I’ll draw a winner for each question. Feel free to jump on to say hello, answer one question, or stay through the entire event. In any case, remember to refresh your screen every few minutes so you can see more posts from the party.

I’ve been asked how people can help promote this book, so I thought I’d share various ways for those who might be interested. If you’re on Goodreads, you could mark Pockets of Promise as “Want to Read.” If you do read the book, you could post a review on sites such as Goodreads and Amazon to help other readers discover the title. I’ve seen Pockets of Promise in paperback on Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and Walmart (online), and in ebook on Smashwords, Kobo, B&N. Coming soon to Amazon. I have copies as well. Posting the book cover on social media on April 30^th with “Happy Release Day!” would also help spread the word.

Thank you for your continued support. Hope to see you on the 30^th!

Laurie

[Video Interview] Former Loveland grad shares her journey from athletic trainer to signing…

Apr 24, 2020
You are invited to Laurie Stroup Smith’s book launch party

Laurie Stroup Smith grew up in Loveland and graduated from Loveland High School

Clermont County, Ohio – Debut author Laurie Stroup Smith will be speaking to readers and signing copies of Pockets of Promise, Book #1 in The Pocket Quilt Series, from 2 until 4 PM at the Miami Township Branch of the Clermont County Public Library on Saturday, May 2^nd. Light refreshments will be provided, and Smith will draw giveaway winners from the names of those in attendance.

Smith was named a Finalist in the 2017 ACFW First Impressions Contest for this story and a Semi-Finalist in the 2018 and 2019 ACFW Genesis Contests for additional writing.

Released by Vinspire Publishing on April 30, Pockets of Promise is about a young Amish woman—torn between two worlds and two men—who travels to the Amish snowbird community of Pinecraft, Florida, where she receives wisdom and guidance through secret letters tucked into the pockets of a special quilt.

Kelly Irvin, award-winning author of Mountains of Grace and a Long Bridge Home, says, “With her debut novel, Pockets of Promise, Laurie Stroup Smith has elevated a lovely Amish romance to a universal coming-of-age story.”

Vannetta Chapman, award-winning author of Agatha’s Amish B&B Series, agrees, saying, “A fresh new voice in Amish fiction…Smith pulls us straight into the confusion of an Amish rumspringa…touching, authentic, and sweet.”

Purchase paperback copies of the book on Amazon and Barnes and Noble. The ebook will be available soon.

Visit lauriestroupsmith.com for more information. Smith looks forward to connecting with readers on Facebook and Instagram.

Watch this interview with Laurie Stroup Smith conducted last June

Former Loveland grad shares her journey from athletic trainer to signing book deal

Mar 11, 2020
Former Loveland grad shares her journey from athletic trainer to signing book deal

Cassie Mattia is a resident of Historic Downtown Loveland, Ohio

Loveland, Ohio – Laurie Stroup Smith joined the Loveland Magazine team for her first exclusive on-camera interview after signing a 3 book contract with Vinspire Publishing. She grew up in Loveland and graduated Loveland High School in 1994. She writes Amish and Contemporary Romance stories.

Stroup Smith was a former athletic trainer at Turpin High School for a number of years before she discovered her writing talent. In LOVELAND MAGAZINE TV ’s one on one interview with Laurie Stroup Smith, we take a look at just what inspired her to start writing and what other local published author mentored her along the way!

Click below to watch Loveland Magazine TV’s sit down with Laurie Stroup Smith!

Want to know more about Laurie? Visit her website https://lauriestroupsmith.com/ or her Facebook page at Laurie Stroup Smith, Writer, and Laurie Stroup Smith on Pinterest

Jun 7, 2019