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Author Chat with Julie Lavender on Her Book, Children’s Bible Stories for Bedtime
I am so excited to welcome my friend Julie Lavender back to the blog! Last year, she shared about her book, 365 Ways to Love Your Child, and today, she’s talking about her new book to help children discover God’s love for them through Bible bedtime stories. If you have a child ages 4-8, this book would be a perfect…
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Theme for 2022: Believe for It
Happy New Year, friends! I am thankful for new beginnings and a new 365 days. Each year, I like to share a theme that God is laying on my heart. As I thought about a theme for 2022, I wanted to build off last year’s theme of “no fear” with a hopeful perspective. Truth is, last year gave us all…
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Merry Christmas Multi-Author Giveaway
Merry Christmas, Readers and Friends! I have loved getting to spend another year with you on the blog and am so thankful for you and your support. As my last post of 2021, I want to share a special giveaway with you. I have partnered with Celebrate Lit Publicity to do a giveaway where you can win a $500 Amazon gift…
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2021 Gift Ideas for Book Lovers
So many books, so little time! Am I the only one pinching myself that 2021 is coming to a close? I don’t think so. Last year, I recapped some of my favorite reads of the year, and I’d like to continue that tradition. Here are my top reads for 2021, and maybe you’ll find the perfect gift for the book…
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The Secret to Anticipating Christmas
Back in August, my husband caught me humming, “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas.” Although James loves Christmas, he’s more of a put-the-tree-up-after-Thanksgiving guy. His brows arched. “Are you humming what I think you’re humming?” I held up my hands and grinned. “That’s what you get for having a wife who sings in the choir.” He had the song stuck…
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Author Chat with Alyssa Roat & Hope Bolinger on Their New Release, Picture Imperfect
Have you ever met someone who has accomplished so much in such a short time? That description comes to mind with Alyssa Roat and Hope Bolinger. This dynamic duo has co-authored several books and written individually as well. Although I haven’t had the privilege of meeting them in person, I’ve been following their writing journey for a few years. It’s…
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Encouragement in the Back-Stage Seasons of Life
If you’ve ever been part of a drama or Christmas production, you know that more work takes place off stage than on. I’m not discrediting the performance, but this is just a reality. Life is the same way. Although social media showcases the success stories, it doesn’t reflect all the behind-the-scenes work that made that moment possible. As a result,…
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Author Chat with Mark Wainwright & Giveaway for Middle-Grade Readers
Just because school is in session doesn’t mean our students shouldn’t read anything but textbooks. As a teacher, I believe that providing young adults with exemplary extra-curricular reading sets them up for success as life-long learners. For my friends with middle-grade readers, this post is for you! I’m grateful to know author Mark Wainwright and be able to recommend his…
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The Growing Season: Giveaway and Book Review
Happy October, friends! I am so pleased to welcome this delightful month with a new book and giveaway you won’t want to miss. I had the pleasure of meeting author Sarah Philpott a few years back at the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writer’s Conference when both our books won Selah awards. Now, Sarah has a new release called The Growing…
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Author Chat with DiAnn Mills on her New Release, Trace of Doubt
Today’s guest is not only an award-winning novelist several times over, but she is also a godly mentor who has invested in writers (including me) at conferences. It is my absolute pleasure to introduce DiAnn Mills, who joins us today to share about her new romantic suspense novel, Trace of Doubt. Q: I’m so excited to talk about your new…
