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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 my absolute delight to introduce Alyssa and Hope today as they talk about their new contemporary romance, Picture Imperfect. Welcome to the blog! What is one random fact about yourselves that not many people know? Hope: I once swam with sharks in Ecuador. They’re quite docile around there. It’s the…
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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 Season, a compilation of “down-on-the-farm devotions” for each month of the year. Each devotion reflects biblical truth presented in the growing seasons of farm life, experienced through her eyes. Read on to learn more about The Growing Season and how you can enter to win your own copy. About The…
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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 novel Trace of Doubt. Would you share what inspired you to write this story or how this story began? The idea of sacrificial love intrigued me. How high or low would a person venture to protect someone they loved? The what-if nestled in my heart and mind. Add suspense and…
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Book Blitz & Giveaway for Tempest by C. J. Campbell
Speculative fiction and fantasy readers, this one is for you. C. J. Campbell hails from beautiful Ireland, and I don’t know another author better equipped to spin an epic fantasy involving Irish mythology. Today, I’m excited to take part in a blog blitz for Tempest and share a giveaway with you! Read on to learn more about this story, its gifted author, my personal review, and the giveaway opportunity. About Tempest To unearth the truth, she must embrace the legend within.For eighteen-year-old Lexi, freedom is a luxury. She’s spent her life evading capture for a genetic gift that feels more like a curse. Her bulletproof immunity and monstrous disfigurement is of…
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Author Chat with Christine F. Perry on Her Allegory, How I Met Peace
I first met Christine F. Perry at the Florida Christian Writer’s Conference (FCWC) several years ago, and we’ve stayed in touch. What a joy it is to celebrate her upcoming release (coming this August)! Please join me in welcoming Christine to the blog today as she shares about her allegory, How I Met Peace. Q: Your premise for How I Met Peace reminds me a little of Pilgrim’s Progress. Are there any parallels between the two? I had not thought of this story in light of Pilgrim’s Progress although that is one of the most well-known allegories. Having said that, I do believe that there are parallels. One being that…
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Author Chat with Jerusha Agen on her New Release, Rising Danger
Happy release day to my friend and gifted author, Jerusha Agen! She is a repeat guest on our blog, and today, she shares about her new romantic suspense novel, Rising Danger. I had the privilege of being an advance reader and would encourage fans of the genre or anyone who loves furry heroes to check out this book. Now, please join me in welcoming her back to the blog for today’s interview. Q: What is one random fact about yourself that not many people know? I can recite the first eighteen lines of Chaucer’s The Canterbury Tales in Middle English. I had to do this for a college class, but…
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Author Chat with Julie Lavender on Her Book, 365 Ways to Love Your Child
When we think of love, our minds typically run toward romantic love, especially around Valentine’s Day. While I will forever champion the sacred, intimate love between a husband and wife, I am also so grateful for the other types of love that enrich my life. Married or single, we can all choose to experience God’s love for us as our Savior, Lord, and Father. We all also have parents, and many of you are parents yourselves. The parent-child relationship is an incredible opportunity to express love. That’s why today, I am so excited and honored to introduce you to my friend Julie Lavender who shares about her new book 365…
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Author Chat with Kristen Young on Her New YA Dystopian Release
I first met Kristen in a Facebook readers group and discovered we share two things in common. First, we spell our names the same way. If you’ve ever had someone misspell your name, you know how exciting it is to meet someone else who has the same spelling as you. Also, we both write young adult dystopian fiction from a Christian worldview. I’m thrilled to share an interview with Kristen today where she talks about her new release, Apprentice, now available on Amazon. Q: You’ve written several nonfiction books for teens. What prompted you to also branch into young adult fiction and the dystopian genre, in particular? As a kid…
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If I Can Cook with Cast Iron, You Can Too.
Did you or your kids ever watch “The Little Engine that Could” where the train puffed and puffed and told himself, “I think I can, I think I can”? Yes, I did too. While I’m all for positive vibes, I also believe in giving ourselves and others grace for making mistakes. As an online English teacher, I often tell my students, “It’s okay to make mistakes,” and “Don’t be afraid to fail. Be afraid not to try at all.” The truth is, there have been many days I needed to give myself that same freedom to make mistakes and learn from them, especially when in the kitchen. Cooking as a…
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Author Chat with Ashley L. Jones on Modern Cast Iron
This author interview is special for so many reasons. I met Ashley during a writer’s conference several years ago, and we formed an instant friendship. She is such a godly friend and gifted writer, and I am so excited for you to learn about her new release, Modern Cast Iron. It’s a guidebook to choosing, using, caring for, and cooking with cast iron. Q: What prompted you to write Modern Cast Iron? It was totally a “God thing”! I had been using and researching cast iron for years for the health benefits and nostalgia of it, but it wasn’t until I met the publisher (Red Lightning Books) at a book expo and…
