Innovo Publishing LLC Releases New Christian Title: Where the Ground is Even: A Christmas in the Arizona High Country by Armour Patterson

Just in time for Christmas, Innovo Publishing LLC has released Where the Ground is Even: A Christmas in the Arizona High Country by Armour Patterson. Set in 1881 with a rugged "western" flair, this 271-page suspenseful and gripping novel represents Christian fiction for men at its finest. It is available now in paperback, Amazon Kindle and Adobe editions, and soon as an iPhone App Store edition. End Quote

"I belong to God by grace and to the west by circumstance and choice," said Patterson. "I want to bring both... to those who share my books."

Memphis, TN-AR-MS (1888PressRelease) November 20, 2009 - Just in time for Christmas, Innovo Publishing LLC has released a new Christian title, Where the Ground is Even: A Christmas in the Arizona High Country, written by Armour Patterson. Set in 1881 with a rugged "western" flair, this 271-page novel presents a fresh perspective on the Christmas story.

Well researched and written in a no-nonsense style, Where The Ground Is Even reflects a masterful blend of a "classic western" with a deep understanding of the true nature of strength and love and the ultimate grace of God. Released to great reviews, Where The Ground Is Even is available now in paperback, Amazon Kindle and Adobe Digital edtions--and soon in an iPhone App Store edition.

"I belong to God by grace and to the west by circumstance and choice," said Patterson. "I want to bring both to the thoughts, hearts, and conversations of those who share my books."

In Where The Ground Is Even, readers join a band of uniquely diverse sojourners, each with his own agenda, who converge on the small town of Flagstaff, Arizona, in the days before Christmas of 1881. Three Navajos ride from the east toward a white man's world of which they are suspicious. Two carefree but pining sheepherders walk through heavy snow from the west. A young family, the man wounded and the woman full with child, move north desperately ahead of a rage-filled cattleman and his men. A young, rakish deputy sheriff rides up from the southwest in pursuit of a wanted man. All converge at the foot of the San Francisco Mountains where their lives become forever intertwined.

"Men will love the history, the authenticity, the shoot-outs, the brawls, the rough characters, etc. - all the makings of a great western. Women will fall in love with Teo, the hero of the story.... He possesses a quiet strength and exercises perfect discretion in when, where, and how to use it -- sometimes as a fearless protector; other times, to temper justice with mercy and grace." T. K. Bailey, Office Manager, IP

Each storyline in the novel brings forward a unique human perspective along with well researched historical context. From Navajo heritage to the professional wielding of a Bowie knife to the description of the Sonoran desert and high country fauna, Patterson subtly weaves a supporting fabric that both the novice and seasoned aficionado will enjoy.

"I just read Armour's book... in one sitting. It's a great, heart-warming tale. He does gunfights about as well as anyone I've ever read--and that's quite a few gunfights and battles." Marvin Padgett, Vice President-P&R Editorial

"Presenting the gospel story through a 'mass' said by a Catholic, Franco-Mexican lawman was one of the best touches I have ever seen anywhere." Dr. Paige Patterson, President SWBTS

Where The Ground Is Even is available in paperback and can be purchased through your local book store or favorite on-line retailer including Amazon and Barnes & Noble. In addition, Where The Ground Is Even is available now as a Amazon Kindle book and soon as a Apple iPhone App Store book, both of which can be purchased and downloaded wirelessly for immediate reading. Resellers can order wholesale copies of Where The Ground Is Even from Innovo Publishing, Ingram and other wholesale suppliers.

About the Author: Armour was born in New Orleans and grew up in Texas. He has worked on several ranches in the trans-Pecos region of western Texas and spent time in the saddle on five continents, more than enough time in the saddle in wild country to realize the majesty of God, the temporality of human endeavor, the triviality of pomp and circumstance, the futility of greed, and the remarkable behavioral semblance of mankind and sheep. He now resides in northern Arizona with his wife, Rachel, a beauty from the Sierra Nevadas who also handles a Winchester well. They enjoy all things outdoors, dining out in San Diego and Las Vegas, dogs, horses, and critters generally.

Armour welcomes the opportunity to make appearances for book signings and radio interviews and may be reached through Innovo Publishing at info ( @ ) innovopublishing dot com

About Innovo Publishing LLC: Innovo Publishing is a Christian-based, family-owned self-publishing services company. Innovo works hand in hand with Christian authors and organizations to turn their dreams and ideas into professional books, ebooks, audio books, and Apple's iPhone App Store books with worldwide distribution of print and electronic formats. In as little as 45 days, Innovo can transform Christian and wholesome manuscripts into professionally designed hardbacks, paperbacks, ebooks, audio books, and App Store books that are compatible with the latest PCs, mobile devices, phones, and MP3 players. Innovo Publishing's titles can be purchased through your favorite bookstore or online retailer.

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