The Gift of Giving

Laura Frantzchristmas, faith, Historical Fiction, History, Reading, Reading Friends, Uncategorized

  If you’re like me, sometimes looking at someone else’s Christmas list is fresh & inspiring. Here are a few ideas you might find helpful for you & your loved ones this season…   You probably already know, unless you’re in the 5 unfortunate states bereft of Cracker Barrel, that the restaurants have delightful giftshops with ideas for the entire family. …

Disturb Not

Laura FrantzBooks, Frontier, Inspiration, Novel News, Reading, Reading Friends, Uncategorized, Writing

During my last stay at Colonial Williamsburg’s historic lodging, this clever little sign on my door made me chuckle. But the truth is, the 21st-century is what I need rest from, not the 18th-century! Writing, a doorway to the past, has always been a blessed escape. So… what worlds am I in for the next contracted books? January 2022 A …

A Blue Ridge Biltmore Weekend!

Laura FrantzAuthors, christmas, Reading Friends, Travel

Author friend, Pepper Basham, and I have a special announcement! We’ve had such a good time planning the Scotland trip, we thought we’d offer something a little closer to home for those who can’t go with us across the pond in 2022. So, maybe… Biltmore and the Blue Ridge Mountains? https://www.authorfantravel.com/2021-blue-ridge-biltmore-weekend.html Please join us if you can!

Reader Interest Survey!

Laura Frantzat my desk, Authors, Books, Reading Friends, Uncategorized

Dear readers, I would love to get to know you a bit better! To help with that, my publisher, Revell, put together a short survey for you to share a bit more about your interests and hobbies. It should only take a few minutes to complete, and the best part is that everyone who responds can enter a special giveaway …

Historical Fiction Unpacked

Laura Frantzat my desk, Authors, Heroes and Heroines, Historical Fiction, History, Novel News, Reading, Reading Friends, The Christy Award, Uncategorized, Writing

I really enjoyed my time on HISTORICAL FICTION UNPACKED despite being camera & microphone shy:) It’s always fun talking books with another bibliophile. Alison has a voice made for audio & asks all the right questions. Have a wee listen as my new hero might say. Just click on the link below… Podcast

Thankful for Readers Giveaway

Laura FrantzReading Friends, Thanksgiving, Uncategorized

The other day I was in the car with my husband running errands around town. I’d left my phone at home but needed to reply to someone on social media so borrowed his phone to do that. When I accessed my Facebook account I saw nearly 100 Top Fans who’ve claimed that badge on my page, something that is usually …