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Christmas Cookies – Recipe & Giveaway

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I enjoy baking, but I rarely make the time for it. Except at Christmas. I still don't do a lot of baking, but I always make at least a few yummy goodies to have on hand. It just wouldn't be Christmas without cookies. Growing up, we would go to my grandparents house for Christmas every year. I have so many wonderful memories of playing games with my cousins, singing carols, playing Skipbo (once … [Read more...]

A Sale, a Giveaway, & an Extravaganza

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Do you enjoy giving books as Christmas gifts? I do. My daughter and husband usually end up with books beneath the tree. My boys are not really book people, so they get computer gear instead. This year, several extended family members will be receiving books as well. I couldn't resist. As much as I enjoy giving books, I am a hard person to buy books for, because I tend to be really picky. My … [Read more...]

What Do You Love About Series?

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Not long ago, in my Facebook group, The Posse, a reader asked me this question: "When do you begin planning a new series? What is that process like?" Unlike some authors who have a constant fount of ideas bubbling through their creative centers, I tend to have tunnel vision. I focus on one idea at a time. So I always feel a bit anxious when a current series is coming to a close and I'm faced … [Read more...]

Cover Reveal

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The cover for the third book in the Hanger's Horsemen series is here! Luke Davenport's story is one step closer to publication! I've been polishing up the revisions this past month, and I can't wait to share Preach's story with you. While we wait for the book itself, I'm excited to reveal the cover art. The Bethany House team did another stellar job. This cover is very reminiscent of the first … [Read more...]

Giveaway – 10/10/21 – 10/16/21

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A Bushel of Books for Fall Who doesn't love the idea of curling up with a new book on a cool fall evening? I've joined with over 40 other authors to offer a HUGE prize package of books to help you kick off the fall reading season. There are nearly 50 titles, including books by Elizabeth Ludwig, Suzanne Woods Fisher, Rachel Fordham, Lacy Williams, Jill Kemerer, Lenora Worth, and dozens … [Read more...]

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