February by the fire…

Laura FrantzBooks, faith, History, Reading, Uncategorized

2018 has started off with some historical fireworks given the stellar reading line-up for fiction. My stack overfloweth! Here’s a peek. I’m always happy to talk books. Word of mouth continues to be the best way to spread the word about them. And as you can see, I’m adding what I’m watching, too, as I sit by the fire this …

My Kentucky Kitchen ~ Cheese Stuffed Shells

Laura FrantzMy Kentucky Kitchen, Recipes, Uncategorized

INGREDIENTS 1 box of Jumbo Shells, 12 oz 2 pounds ricotta cheese, approx 4 cups 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided 2 eggs 1 teaspoon parsley 1 teaspoon oregano 1 teaspoon basil 1 teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon garlic powder ¼ teaspoon black pepper 2 jars Marinara Sauce, 24 oz each INSTRUCTIONS Preheat oven to 350° …

Those Reviews

Laura FrantzHistory, how readers help, Inspiration, Novel News, Uncategorized, Writing

I’m blessed by readers who enjoy my books and then leave reviews about what the story meant to them. I also admire those who might not enjoy a book but point out what they do and don’t like in a gracious, helpful way. Good reviews are like the finest chocolate. Here’s one and I call literary. You can tell the …

How you can help…

Laura Frantzhow readers help

Dear friends, Another book is in hand! I’m so pleased to share this story of my heart and have your help with this book launch. Whether you provided needed inspiration, prayed me through the writing of it, or spread the word ahead of time, I appreciate your support more than words can say! I hope you love Lady Elisabeth’s story. …

Happy Release Day to The Lacemaker!

Laura FrantzUncategorized

I’m so delighted to bring you this story of my heart set in an amazing place rife with historical fireworks! I so hope you enjoy Lady Elisabeth’s dedication to Philippians 4:8, and her noble hero and his Welsh heritage in long ago Williamsburg, Virginia. One of the biggest joys is seeing the book land in readers’ hands after being so long on …

Christmas Cabin Open House

Laura Frantzchristmas, Inspiration, My Kentucky Cabin, Uncategorized

Well, the weather outside is frightful but the fire is so delightful… And since we’ve got no place to go, let it snow, let it snow, let it snow… Step inside our Kentucky cabin, and you’ll see Big Blue hydrangeas in honor of Kentucky Wildcat Basketball… Climb the stenciled stairs to the loft where my office is decorated with tiny …

Christmas Mice ~ My Kentucky Kitchen

Laura Frantzchristmas, My Kentucky Kitchen, Recipes, Uncategorized

  Christmas Mice INGREDIENTS 24 double-stuffed cream-filled chocolate sandwich cookies 1 cup (6 ounces) semisweet chocolate chips 2 teaspoons shortening 24 red maraschino cherries with stems, well drained 24 milk chocolate kisses 48 sliced almonds DIRECTIONS Carefully twist cookies apart; set aside the halves with cream filling. Save plain halves for another use. In a microwave or heavy saucepan, melt …