Welcome to the 3rd week of spotlighting debut Christian fiction. I hope you’ve added new stories and new favorite authors to your must read lists, and below you’ll discover five more books you’ll want to pick up. On Thursday the 11th, I’m taking a brief break from the debut novel series as I’ll focus on new releases by four veteran authors, …
2014 Debut Christian Fiction, Part 3
Four more diverse debuts! TO DIE ONCE (Child of Grace #1) by Miranda A. Uyeh Two men, one woman, a rosebush! Jennifer, a woman unexpectedly trapped in a path of love and passion against everything she believes. Rodrigo, a man set to get what he wants at the cost of what matters most. Stefano, a man with a past, a …
2014 Debut Christian Fiction, Part 1
I’ve always loved supporting debut authors. It’s not easy breaking into fiction publishing–it’s seems as if there are fewer rookie authors every year as publishers take fewer risks. And once the author does get that first book published, then they somehow have to let the world know it’s available and convince readers that they must read this book by an unknown. …
What’s Up Next?
First, I want to thank all my readers for supporting me on this writing journey. Your encouragement and prayers make this writing road trip much easier to navigate. (Sorry, couldn’t help the road trip analogy–I’ve just spent the last two days in the car!) Anyway, a number of people have been asking me What’s Up Next? When does your next …
Chatting with Rose Ross Zediker
I’ve had the great pleasure of getting to know Rose Ross Zediker through Inkspirational Messages. 2014 has been a pretty good year for Rose with two novels releasing, THE WIDOW’S SUITOR in February, and now SWEET ON THE COWGIRL this month, and, as you’ll see below, 2015 promises to be even busier! Rose graciously took a few minutes out of her schedule …
Novel Anticipation – August 2014
August is a very light month for new releases that interest me. No contemporaries, which are always my favorite, but there are a couple of historicals by seasoned authors, that I would recommend. SWEET ON THE COWGIRL by Rose Ross Zediker Heartsong Presents Rose is a fellow contributor at Inkspirational Messages. This is her second release this year! Way to go, Rose! …
Field Trip Time!
I’m fortunate to be part of a fantastic local writers group, MN NICE (Novelists Inspiring Christian Excellence), the Minnesota chapter of ACFW (American Christian Fiction Writers). We’re scheduled to meet once per month–usually we invite a speaker or teacher to share with us, but about once a year we escape the meeting room and take a field trip. (Is that what …
Crafty Kindle Cover
Those of you who know me, know that I’m not crafty. Honestly, doing crafts induces rather reduces stress, so I actively avoid crafting. Yet, every once in a while I get the itch to try something, and I’m thrilled when it turns out. Now to be completely honest, I have attempted this craft before (go >here<), but I’ve modified this …
Ground-Cooked Turkey
Yes, it is book-talk Tuesday, and yes I will be talking turkey, and yes, the two do go together! If you give me a moment, I’ll explain. First off, on Sunday, my family celebrated my mom’s birthday. We’re talking 37 people counting my folks, siblings, siblings-in-law, nieces and nephews, and a couple of in-laws’ parents. A nice cozy gathering, very …
Novel Recommendation: UNRAVELED by Heidi McCahan
One of the great blessings of working with Winslet Press is meeting new, gifted authors. I’ve had the pleasure of getting to know author Heidi McCahan, and couldn’t wait to read her debut novel, UNRAVELED. It didn’t disappoint. Here’s the back cover blurb: Blind-sided by her questionable fiance, Lauren Carter returns to the one place she’s been avoiding, the place …