Today on the blog, I’m answering two great questions I’ve been asked over the past few days since revealing information about my upcoming release. 1) Are you still writing Christian romance? 2) Are you self-publishing Memory Lane?
If you’ve been following the blog, then you know I don’t typically recycle information here. I hope you’ll indulge me this time and allow me to blog here the answers I first posted on Facebook. The community at Inspired by Life has been wonderful to me! I’m not sure how many of you see my Facebook posts and this information was information I wanted to share with you.
My answer to question 1: Yes, I’m still writing Christian romance. The truth is that I could probably sell more books if I switched to sweet contemporary romance because there are simply more people reading that genre. Sweet romances have such a valid spot in the fiction landscape. And, happily, there are already plenty of Christian authors writing in that space. I’m grateful for them because I thoroughly enjoy reading their books! But I, personally, have not felt the Lord leading me in that direction.
When I started writing my first Christian romance, My Stubborn Heart, I knew before I’d finished the first page that I’d found my niche. I recognized it as clearly as I’ve recognized anything. It was a goosebump moment for me. At that point in time I’d already spent years writing, succeeding, failing, burning-out… After all that, I’d at last found my very, very favorite thing to write. The discovery of this genre was a gift God gave me and I haven’t swerved from it since. I still love it the best.
The scenes in my books when God shows His love for my imperfect characters are the scenes that make me cry and that, in my opinion, pack the most power. So. Even though Memory Lane’s cover looks different than my previous covers, the story inside is exactly the type of story you’ve come to expect from me.
My answer to question 2: Yes, I’m publishing this next series myself. I felt a tug to switch things up and see how this suits my creativity, my writing goals, my family life, my personality. I’m sure you’ve found in your own life that change is both exhilarating and scary. That’s how this has been for me so far. But I’m very glad I’m giving it a try. I have peace about it because I’m trusting God to do with this whatever He wills.
The fact that I’m indie-publishing the Sons of Scandal series explains why I’m running a Kickstarter project aimed at creating Memory Lane’s audiobook. Which HIT ITS FUNDING GOAL just four days into the 10-day-long lifespan of the project. I have the best readers! Thank you! [By the way, there’s still time to check out my Kickstarter and/or purchase one of the rewards I’m offering if you’d like to do so.]
The indie-publishing route also explains why book 1 is releasing earlier than my usual May release date. Once Memory Lane was done, I was free to go ahead and make it available. Right now, you can only pre-order copies of the novel on Kickstarter. But in less than a week–when the Kickstarter closes–it will be available for pre-order at all the usual places. Memory Lane will be my Valentine’s Day gift to you!
I truly appreciate the support you’ve given to my books all these years. Do you have any questions for me, readers? I’d be more than glad to answer them!
Becky Wade
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Congrats on hitting your goal so quickly, Becky! That’s a testament to how many readers can’t wait for another book (and audiobook!) from you. The new cover direction for this series is almost as cute as your adorable family! <3
Thanks, Deb! I had some moments of pretty intense anxiety after hitting “live” on the Kickstarter and beginning to spread the word about it. I wondered if anyone would be willing to venture out and order books and swag in a way they never had before. Turns out, many were. I’m thankful!
Great to hear more about what’s coming for you! So glad you’ll still be writing romance with faith elements that make your books so meaningful! Congrats on reaching the Kickstarter goal so quickly! Readers love your books!!
Yep! For me, “writing romance with faith elements” really does make the books more meaningful. Certainly for me as their writer, and hopefully for readers, too.
Good for you! Love the cover. I know you’ve been wanting to try an illustrated cover for awhile now. Can’t wait to start your new series!
Thanks, friend! I love the cover, too. 🙂
Congrats on your new publishing endeavor! Glad you’re continuing your same genre. Looking forward to this book set in one of my favorite places, Maine!
Thank you, Betty!
I’m so glad you ‘recycled’ this since I’m not on FaceBook. Thrilled that you are still writing Christian romance as there have been many times God put one of your books in my hand and used it to speak/minister to me at just the right time. Congratulations on your new adventure and I look forward to reading Memory Lane.
“there have been many times God put one of your books in my hand and used it to speak/minister to me at just the right time.” Thanks so much for sharing that with me! That’s exactly what I pray over my books. So, when God did that for you with one of my books, He was also answering my prayer. How amazing He is!