Have you ever wondered why book preorders matter so much to your favorite authors? Let me share one of the sweetest perks of preordering my new Christian historical fiction novel, The Saint and the Spy! A Special Package from Baker Book House One of the perks of preordering is receiving a physical copy of my book from my favorite retailer, Baker Book …
THE author
I love this reminder of just who God is. THE author. Not just of creation but our faith. Every good & perfect gift is from above. He is love. Light. Hope. Eternity. And so much more. Amen.
When work is worship
Writing has never been a hobby for me but a consuming passion, even a holy obsession, starting at age 7. There were seasons I had to set it aside like the 5 years when my sons were small & then the 8 years homeschooling when they & that took priority. I came to publishing later in life & am so …
Everyday Gospel
A beloved Bible passage is 1 Thessalonians 4 “… to aspire to live quietly, & to mind your own affairs, & to work with your hands …” Recently I came across this devotional from one of my favorite authors, Paul David Tripp. I highly recommend his devotional books. This is from Everyday Gospel: “For many of us, social media dictates how …
Summertime
Time is truly flying & somehow writing happens in the midst of it all. I wish I could slow time down & am often glad eternity has no clock. I can’t imagine it but I think it will mean we enjoy these fleeting joys forever! Every summer does have its own story & the blessings are many. American flags. Fresh …
A Writer’s Prayer on Beginning a New Project, written by Bob Hostetler
A Writer’s Prayer on Beginning a New Project | written by Bob Hostetler Abba, Father, thank you for the work you have given me to do, for what I am about to write. I begin in fear and trembling, not at all sure that I can start well, let alone finish well. But your grace is sufficient for me, in …
Independence Day Giveaway!
Our Independence Day Giveaway is now open! If you’ve read my novels, our country’s founding in the 18th-century is a major theme, thus July 4th or Independence Day is a beloved holiday for me & many. In light of this, four author friends & I have teamed up to host a giveaway with some fun perks! Just enter to win …
Historical Fiction Unpacked!
One of my favorite podcasters is Alison Treat who asks wonderful questions & is a writer herself. We had quite an enjoyable time discussing books, life, & more. Have a wee listen below! Historical Fiction Unpacked
A blessed Easter to you
April is such a special month. It’s Easter, a wondrous event. While I miss creating Easter baskets for my littles and Easter egg hunts, now I get to dwell on the significance of the holiday in its truest form. As I grow older, the risen Christ means more to me than ever before. What I most remember about Easters past …
A most romantic month!
There are several generous bookish giveaways happening this month that I’m blessed to be a part of & the first is on Instagram for the FEEL THE LOVE IG TOUR… To enter, just visit my Instagram HERE And this lovely giveaway is on Facebook as well as Instagram & other socials: Grand prize – they will receive a book from …







