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9:10 to Yuma

October 2, 2025 By Karen Witemeyer

I made it home after a wonderful conference in Phoenix where I got to spend time with some of my favorite people -- writers! Including our own Robin Lee Hatcher. The Faith, Hope, & Love Christian Writers Conference was my favorite conference of the year, for sure. But I think my book characters plotted some revenge on me for all the obstacles I throw in their paths, because getting to the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Friendship, Writing Tagged With: FHLCW Conference, Travel Adventures

A Bookmark Giveaway!

September 18, 2025 By Karen Witemeyer

If you read print books or just enjoy collecting bookmarks from your favorite authors, we've got a gift for you that you are going to love! The amazing Erica Vetsch is coordinating a fanstic bookmark giveaway with donations from over 20 of your favorite Christian fiction authors, and all you need is a self-addressed, stamped envelope and a mailbox. Here are the instructions: Send a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Reading Tagged With: Free Bookmarks

You’re Invited

September 4, 2025 By Karen Witemeyer

I've participated in several large-scale reader retreats over the last few years, but I've been cultivating the idea of putting together something more intimate. A relaxing weekend with just me and up to 30 of my readers. In an effort to plan ahead, I'm making reservations now for a spring retreat in April 2027. I know that's quite a ways into the future, but the retreat center I found is already … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Friendship, Reading Tagged With: Karen Witemeyer, Reader Retreat

Time To Stock Up on Christmas Reads

August 21, 2025 By Karen Witemeyer

It seems a little strange to talk about Christmas books when it is August in Texas with triple digit heat. However, it's the perfect time to stock your winter book pantry to ensure you are well-supplied for the holiday season. Especially, when the bargains are bounding! I have a new Christmas novella collection releasing September 2. Tracie Peterson and Misty Beller partnered with me on this … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Assorted & Sundry

You’re Invited!

August 7, 2025 By Karen Witemeyer

Every year during the first week of August I host a big bookish bash in my Facebook group - The Posse. It's hard for me to believe, but this year marks year number 8 for the group, and we're still going strong. I'm so blessed by this community of readers. We have so much bookish fun and everyone is always quick with an encouraging word or a funny pun. And when I need brainstorming help or a focus … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Assorted & Sundry Tagged With: Games, Posse Party

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