Now that I have an actual release date (April 8, 2014), it’s time to put out that Help Wanted sign. As an about-to-be-published author, I’m in need of some help. There’s no monetary pay, but hopefully satisfaction for a job-well-done will suffice. Below, I’ve listed a few ways you can help. Apply for all positions, or just one. Just know, …
Official Release Date!
I’m very excited to announce the official release date for my debut novel Chain of Mercy … April 8, 2014! No, that’s not a misprint … I said 2014. Whew. That means these next couple of months are going to be a bit crazy, but I’m not complaining. No, I’m abundantly blessed! Thank you all for your continued support. Can’t …
Reinvigorating Retreat
Ahh, there’s nothing like a little retreat to rest the body and mind and reinvigorate the soul. And no, I’m not talking about withdrawing from enemy forces after a defeat … or maybe I am … But I digress. As I was saying, there’s nothing better to refresh ourselves than taking a day or two or more–preferably more!–to get away …
Exciting News!!!
I’m thrilled to announce that I’ve just signed a four book contract with Winslet Press! Yes, after eight-plus years of writing and editing and learning and conferencing and pitching and hearing No, I finally got my Yes! Proof that it does pay to persevere. 🙂 As you can see, the family is excited as I am! We even did a …
What are You Reading?
Picture this: It’s snowing outside, the heavy, sticky snow that coats your bare maples and frosts your evergreens in sparkling beauty. The thermometer reads *cold* (Insert your own definition of cold.) You’re curled up in a chair beside the fireplace where a fire crackles and heats. A mug of hot cocoa stirred with a peppermint stick awaits on the end …
A Novel Christmas List – Friends from Minnesota!
As I stated in a previous post, I know these authors, and they know me! They’re all fellow members of our ACFW Minnesota Chapter, MN NICE. I’d love it–and they’d love it too–if you’d add these books to your Christmas list or purchase them for a loved one. Regency THE DANCING MASTER by Julie Klassen (Bethany House) – this novel …
A Novel Christmas List–Biblical, Speculative, and Young Adult
Today’s list is a bit shorter, but it’s quality. I highly recommend these three novels plus other works by these authors. Biblical Fiction ISCARIOT: A Novel of Judas by Tosca Lee (Howard Books) Judas Iscariot has been reviled as a liar, thief, and traitor—though Jesus called him friend. But when Judas realizes the Nazarene refuses to bow to social and …
A Novel Christmas List–More for Women
Thanks to everyone who stopped by last Tuesday to check out my Christmas list ideas for women. For those of who didn’t see something that fit, I have a few additional favorites I know that special woman in your life will love! And I’m not done yet. Over the next two weeks I’ll be covering YA, Speculative, Biblical fiction, Minnesota …
A Novel Christmas List–Especially for Women
If you’re like me, you’ll think it’s still a bit early to talk Christmas shopping, but Thanksgiving is next week, which means Black Friday is almost here. For those of you who have impossible-to-buy-for friends and relatives, in my opinion, you can’t go wrong with a book. So, this week and next I’ll be listing a few books from across …
Getting to Know Screenplay Author & Movie Producer, Scott Peterson
Many exciting things are happening it my church right now. At the forefront is that we’re moving into our own building in less than a month. After three plus years of worshiping in a school gym, it will be a very welcome experience. More excitement comes from fellow church goers, Scott and Diane Peterson. You see, right now Scott’s living …