In Times of Trouble
by Yolonda Tonette Sanders



About The Author:

Yolonda Tonette Sanders took a leap of faith in 2004 when she resigned from her job with the State of Ohio after only three and a half years to focus more on writing. It was a leap that she has never regretted. In 2005, her debut novel, Soul Matters, was published by Walk Worthy Press and Time Warner (now Hachette Book Group). In 2008, her second book, Secrets of a Sinner, was published by Harlequin/Kimani Press. That same year Yolonda started Yo Productions, LLC, a Christian based literary services and theatrical entertainment company, which she used to launch and create her first stage production. The theatrical version of Soul Matters debuted successfully in September 2009 at the Capitol Theatre in downtown Columbus, Ohio. Since then, Strebor Books, an imprint of Simon and Schuster, is planning to release four of Yolonda’s titles by April 2015. Currently, Yolonda resides in Columbus, Ohio and is the loving wife of David, proud mother of Tre and Tia, and joyful caregiver of her mother, Wilene.


Genre: Christian | Contemporary | Inspirational
Publisher: Simon and Schuster/Strebor Books
Release Date: April 23, 2013

Book Description:

Divorced, single mother Lisa Hampton is grateful for a fresh start after a humiliating scandal forced her to relocate from Maryland to Ohio. Her biggest issue nowadays is dealing with her rebellious teenage daughter, Chanelle, who is one smart comment away from being toothless!

Other than the stress of dealing with Chanelle, life is perfect. Lisa has a new beau and a steady job that allows her the opportunity to rub shoulders with very wealthy and influential people. She is best friends with Isaac and Olivia Scott, an extremely rich and powerful couple.

When Chanelle accuses the Scotts’ son of rape, Lisa learns how quickly her friends become enemies as Olivia and Isaac use their wealth and power to manipulate justice. The Scotts prove that they are willing to go to extreme lengths to protect their son, even if it means destroying both Lisa and Chanelle in the process.

Excerpt 

Hearing the sound of her mother's footsteps descending the hardwood stairs, Lisa leaned back on the sofa so as not to appear overly anxious.
"Chanelle still hasn’t made it home?” Her mother’s wire-framed glasses rested at the tip of her nose while a large green robe concealed her body.
  "Nope. . ."
  "Did you call Jareeka’s?”
“Yes; her father said that she and her mother are away for the weekend.” She felt herself tensing with every word.
“What about RJ? Have you called him?”
“He hasn’t seen her either.”
“Well, don’t come down too hard on her. Maybe she didn't know Jareeka was out of town and when she found out, she decided to hang with one of her other friends instead. Now she should’ve at least called and told you, but she was probably so happy to get out the house that she forgot. Poor thing; it seems like she’s always on punishment. Sometimes I think you’re too hard on that girl. I don't want to meddle—"
  "Then please don't," the thirty-eight-year-old interjected in the most respectful tone that she could conjure up with a clenched jaw.
"All right. I'll keep my opinion to myself, but I was merely going to say that you may want to consider extending Chanelle's curfew. She’s practically an adult and it’s time you start treating her like one. Maybe then you’d be less likely to run into this problem."
 An electrifying jolt shot through Lisa’s body. The way she disciplined Chanelle had become a constant point of contention between her and her mother. Thank goodness Hattie would soon be moving into her own apartment! Lisa could not wait!
“That makes absolutely no sense!” she fired back. “What she is, is irresponsible. Why should I reward her for not being able to honor her curfew? And anyhow, she wouldn’t have been on punishment recently had she not been so smart at the mouth.”
“I wonder where she got it from . . .” her mother replied cynically, quickly disappearing into the kitchen and returning moments later. “Good night."
  "The same to you,” Lisa replied, continuing to stew as the clock read 1:21 a.m. The only other noise she heard was the emptying of the automatic ice machine until ten minutes or so later when a car pulled into the driveway. Lisa’s heart began racing when she saw flashing blue and red lights from the window. It wasn’t her car as she had thought, but a police cruiser. A gut-wrenching fear fell over her. Had something horrible happened to Chanelle? She felt guilty about being so angry and the missed curfew was now a minor issue compared to the concern that her baby might be lying in the hospital somewhere. Lisa was horrified by the unlimited possibilities of things that could’ve happened to her daughter. The pit of her stomach knotted as she sprang from the couch and raced to the front door.






32 comments:

flight or fight...

Thank you for hosting today :-)

Thank you, Reading in Twilight, for having me as your guest today!

Talk to my mom about it.
Thanks for the chance to win!

Pray! The very first thing!

talk to someone

either try and talk to someone, write it out, or just end up trying to lose myself in a really good book!!!


thank for the chance at this giveaway!!!

I definitely talk to someone that's very close to me. Thanks for the giveaway.

Seek out my friends or family. Getting advice or being consoled is the most important thing when bad things happen.

Thanks for the giveaway!

I don't even have to think about it - I call my mom!

I wish you well on your tour! (Pit Crew)

Sleep on it.

The first thing I do in times of trouble is to try to remember that it will get better. Have faith

In times of trouble, firstly I'd think through what kind of trouble it is and what are my possibilities.

It depends on the trouble. I would probably talk to my boyfriend or mom. I would also take a walk or do yoga to relax.

I take walks, it always helps me relax and gives me time alone to think things through , sometimes I sing that "don't you worry everythings going to be alright" song in my head lol

Great responses, everyone! Patricia, praying is my first thing as well. Sometimes it's just two words, "Lord help!" :-) Thanks for the well wishes, Michelle!

I seek out the comfort of best friends.

The first thing I do is pray, and ask for help to family members.

Thanks for the giveaway! I would probably Fight. :)

I usually turn to my family. Me and my family members are very close and we are always there for each other. No matter what it is or what happens. Thank you so much for another GREAT giveaway!!!

Think :)

Usually think come up with a game plan

I'm always trying to reason things out and think about all possible alternatives

I pray for wisdom and guidance.

think of a way to deal

I talk to my trusted friends!

Try to think logically and talk things out.

try to think out a solution

turn on the news - regnod(at)yahoo(d0t)com

In times of trouble I seek out the people closest to me.

In times of trouble I listen to music really loud.

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