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The Plot Thickens | Sharon Hinck

December 28, 2014 By Deborah Raney

Each Sunday "Inspired by Life...and Fiction" shares a Christian novelist's newest book and the garden spots where they find inspiration. Sharon Hinck writes “stories for the hero in all of us,” about ordinary people experiencing God’s grace in unexpected ways. Known for their authenticity, emotional range, and spiritual depth, her novels include contemporary fiction such as The … [Read more...]

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What Makes It REALLY Christmas?

December 22, 2014 By Deborah Raney

It seems like every year around this time, I begin to look for that one thing—that spark of...something—that will make it really Christmas. Yes, I know in my heart what the real meaning of Christmas is. I know that it's a celebration of the birth of my Lord and Savior. I'll never forget that, and I'll never stop wanting that one thing to be the true and only "reason for the season." But there's … [Read more...]

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The Plot Thickens | Patti Hill

December 21, 2014 By Deborah Raney

Each Sunday "Inspired by Life...and Fiction" shares a Christian novelist's newest book and the garden spots where they find inspiration. Gardens are Patti Hill's bread and butter, literally. Her husband, Dennis, owns a garden center in Colorado where gardens are beautiful even in winter. Just like the main character of her books, Patti's garden is in a constant state of flux. "There's … [Read more...]

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The Plot Thickens | Anita Higman

December 14, 2014 By Deborah Raney

Each Sunday "Inspired by Life...and Fiction" shares a Christian novelist's newest book and the garden spots where they find inspiration. Anita Higman is a CBA best-selling and award-winning author. Anita has written or co-authored more than 30 books, including fiction and non-fiction for adults and children, as well as plays. She has written for radio, e-zines and advertising, and is recognized … [Read more...]

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A Snowflake Party

December 8, 2014 By Deborah Raney

Thirteen years ago my little story about one of our family's long-standing traditions was published in the December 2001 issue of the now (sadly!) defunct Mary Engelbreit's Home Companion Magazine, which was a huge favorite of mine. I think I was a subscriber from the very beginning to the end of the magazine's publication. I'm still a fan of Mary Engelbreit's illustrations and decorating books, … [Read more...]

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