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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 …
Some love stories are written on paper. The very best ones are lived. 💛As a romance author, I’d be remiss to skip this special occasion—even on social media! Thirty-three years ago today, I married my real-life hero, Randy. So, here’s to many years of marriage, a lifetime of hills & valleys, & the man who inspired more than a few …
Research is something I enjoy almost as much as writing—& for a historical fiction author, it’s key to authentic storytelling. I once read an engaging novel set in Jamestown Colony & was humming happily along when suddenly a dance scene commenced…& the characters began waltzing. WHAT? I share that story knowing full well that my own novels are not 100% …
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.
I got so tickled—tickled pink, or rather indigo!—when an author friend sent me this review she’d come across for one of my novels. I tend to avoid reviews, though I know some authors read theirs carefully to learn how they might improve their writing. I’ve simply found that what one reader loves, another may loathe, so I don’t find reviews …
Last spring in my newsletter I asked readers what future books they’d like for me to write. I had so many wonderful responses that were encouraging & inspiring! Then I met with my publisher, Revell, & do we have news for you! Back soon to share details. Just wanted to post this ahead of time in my excitement. So thankful …
An 1801 portrait by Rembrandt Peale It’s truly Christmas in July for me as I’m close to turning in my first holiday novella to my publisher, Revell. I have a love for this story like no other {though I think I say that about every novel when I’m in the thick of it}. But I do adore this joyful, poignant, …
It’s a joy to hear from readers about my novels. This landed in my inbox recently & made me look at writing differently. A kindred spirit here. So thankful she found my books in the sea of them out there. Thank you, thank you.