• Author Chat with LC Helms on Finding Her Way Home through Writing

    I’m so pleased to introduce you to our first featured writer of 2021 who is both my friend and one of my writing critique partners. LC Helms truly has a gift for writing with a literary style that has moved me to tears more than once. Please join me in welcoming her to the blog today and enjoy our author chat. Q: I love your writing journey and think it will encourage readers. Would you share how you started writing, how “life happened,” and where you are today? I have always loved reading, and my writing experiences began when I was around twelve. I spent hours in the public library…

  • Author Chat with Sarah Rexford on her Publishing Journey and Passion for Helping Other Writers

    One of the greatest privileges of being an author is connecting with other likeminded writers and learning from their journeys. Today, please join me in welcoming Sarah Rexford to the blog! Her agent is currently pitching her projects to publishers, and in the meantime, she’s investing in others who likewise feel called to write. Q: What do you hope readers will one day take away from your books? A lot of people want to feel heard because then they feel seen. I try to write characters that have their specific purpose in the story and move the plot forward, but also face personal questions that show their humanity. At some…

  • Author Chat with Laura Thomas on Romantic Suspense and Her Heart for Readers

    Laura Thomas is one of my new favorite romantic suspense authors, and once you get to know her, you’ll see why that’s no surprise! She is not only a gifted writer, but also someone whose desire to provide heart-warming encouragement to her readers shines through the pages. I hope you enjoy this interview as much as I did! Also, Laura has graciously offered to give away one e-book copy of her latest release, The Orphan Beach.  To enter, simply leave a comment below or share this post on social media. Q: How did you first discover your writing ability, and how have you seen God use it in unexpected ways? I…

  • My Writing Journey: An Interview by L.C. Helms

    I so much enjoy chatting with authors here on the blog, and today, it’s my turn to share! I’m so grateful to my friend and gifted writer L.C. Helms for inviting me to be her “author spotlight” on her beautiful website. Below is an excerpt of our conversation. For the full interview, visit lchelms.com. Lori: How old were you when you started writing? Kristen: I discovered my love for writing when I was nine or ten. My older brother had a creative writing project in school, and he shared it with us and our best friends. We all got excited about his short story and expanded it, each one of…