Okay, you’ll have to pardon the cheesy title, but you see, I have a very good excuse: on the same evening that our Minnesota Vikings managed to eke out only their second win of the season, I–along with my family plus four college students–watched the Norse demi-god lead Asgard to victory. To be more specific, we went to the 11:00 …
November 2013 – Novel Anticipation
SINGULARITY, The Jevin Banks Experience Book #2 by Steven James (Revell) – As I mentioned in my What Books are on Your Nightstand? post, I’ve already read Singularity, so this is more of a Novel Recommendation than Anticipation. Steven James continues to put out intelligent, gripping, frightening, page-turning stories. In my opinion, he’s one of the best authors of suspense / …
Happy National Author’s Day!
I’d be remiss if I failed to mention that today is Want to support your favorite author? Then stop by Inkspirational Messages today–Kav has some excellent suggestions! https://inkspirationalmessages.com/2013/10/how-do-i-love-thee-let-me-read-the-ways/
Stranded on a Deserted Island
If you were stranded on a deserted island, what three books would you want to have with you? The Bible (that goes without saying) Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte A Voice in the Wind by Francine Rivers What three movies would you want to have? (Imagine, being stranded on an island and having a TV & DVD player!) The Avengers …
Author Influences
I’m blogging over at Inkspirational Messages today, talking about two authors who have set an amazing example for the rest of us: Sharon Hinck and Vince Flynn. https://inkspirationalmessages.com/2013/10/authors-to-emulate/ If there’s someone in your life you’d love to emulate, please stop by and share.
Talking with Todd M. Johnson
I’m excited to introduce you to Todd Johnson today. He’s a fellow Minnesotan who pens legal suspense–very good legal suspense. I’m currently in the middle of his sophomore release, Critical Reaction, and I don’t want to put it down. While Bethany House is his publisher, I believe his books have a much broader appeal than the Christian market. Todd, thank …
Crossroads
I’ve been standing at a crossroads lately. There are many road signs, many different directions to choose from. Wait; Edit Capturing Beauty; Get a paying job; Polish the Brooks series; Start a new story. And as someone who’s a planner, someone who likes to know what’s coming next, I don’t particularly like this junction, yet it’s not a bad place …
What Books are on Your Nightstand?
If you’re like me, your nightstand is home to your reading-now and read-next books. Sometimes those piles are toppling over, and other times, it’s pretty thin. Right now, my pile’s pretty average. Here’s what you’ll find: Currently Reading: Singularity, Jevin Banks series #2, by Steven James (Revell). Loving it! James keeps getting better–he really knows how to dig into your psyche. …
Broadway Songbook: Musicals of the 1950s – Simply Entertaining
Growing up, I loved musicals: Oklahoma, The Sound of Music, Showboat, The King and I, Guys and Dolls … I could go on. What other entertainment medium encompasses two of my favorite activities, story and music? I remember as a teen going into my room, shutting the door, putting on The Sound of Music album (yes, record album!), and then …
3 Simple-Difficult Words
I Forgive You Today, I’m blogging at Inkspirational Messages about how ripples of blessings circle out when we say those three simple-difficult words. Hope to see you over there. https://inkspirationalmessages.com/2013/10/harvest-of-blessings/