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A Lesson From Butterflies

March 5, 2026 By Karen Witemeyer 7 Comments

This week, I am teaching and giving a keynote address at a brand new conference for Christian writers based in Texas. The hearts of the organizers for ministering to Christian writers are so beautiful and inspiring. It's a small, intimate conference, but I feel that God is moving here, and I'm thrilled to play a part. The conference is being held at a lovely Christian retreat center in … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Faith, Nature, Writing Tagged With: Hearing God's Voice, Spiritual Lessons, Writing Conferences

The Art of Story Maps

February 19, 2026 By Karen Witemeyer 11 Comments

Last fall, I ran across a Facebook advertisement for a beautiful set of story maps that had me clicking with great interest. The link took me to the Elizabeth Wade Studio. Once there, I found a treasure trove of gorgeous watercolor story maps of some of my favorite classic novels. The drooling began. I didn't expect to buy anything since art prints are usually out of my price range, but then I … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Books, House and home Tagged With: Story Maps

Spinsters, An Excerpt, and a Giveaway

February 5, 2026 By Karen Witemeyer 54 Comments

In less than two weeks, Taming Lady Temperance will release and introduce you to the Secret Society of Spinsters. I've always been drawn to the spinster trope and the idea that it's never too late to fall in love. I also love feisty, independent heroines, and while not all spinsters fit that bill, most have some level of eccentricity that lends itself well to quirkiness, and I do enjoy quirky … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Books, Friendship, Reading Tagged With: Book Excerpt, Secret Society of Spinsters, Taming Lady Temperance

Valentine’s Giveaway (Ends 2/14/26)

February 2, 2026 By Karen Witemeyer

I'd love to invite you to participate in a wonderful event leading up to Valentine's Day. Amazon gift cards, autographed books, ebooks, and tons of swoony historical romance stories are up for grabs. Including my upcoming new book Taming Lady Temperance! Visit this link to join the fun: https://www.jilldewhurst.com/promo … [Read more...]

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Meet James & Noreen

January 15, 2026 By Karen Witemeyer

He's a deputy tasked with keeping the peace. She's the temperance reformer who's been disturbing his peace for months. Yet despite their differences, these two rivals need each other more than they care to admit. Taming Lady Temperance releases in about a month, and I can't wait to introduce you to Deputy James Paxton and fiery Noreen O'Sullivan. I love a spunky heroine, and Noreen is as spunky … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Books, Reading Tagged With: Behind the Book, preorder goodies, Taming Lady Temperance

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