But indeed I would rather have nothing but tea.” —Jane Austen, Mansfield Park On Saturday, I attended another great meeting of the Jane Austen Society of North America, Minnesota Region. This month's topic was "An Exploration of Teas," followed by an afternoon-tea-inspired lunch. Since my friend Kristine has hosted me for many a tea party, I took her along as my guest. Our speaker was … [Read more...]

It's always an exciting time when a new book cover is created, especially since the Bethany House design team does such a great job. Are you ready to see the cover of my next book? Drum roll, please… A New, Stand-Alone Romantic Mystery—Coming Soon! After a humiliating mistake, lawyer Benjamin Booker resolves to never again trust a beautiful woman. When an old friend is killed, the … [Read more...]

At this month's meeting of the Minnesota chapter of the Jane Austen Society of North America, author Candice Hern again graced us with an interesting and lively talk. I love it when Candice speaks, because she knows her stuff and is passionate about it. She is a Regency aficionado and avid collector. Plus she's a lot of fun. Her presentation this time was about valentines during Jane … [Read more...]

I want to make my life count for eternity, don't you? Since we are between pastors at church, we have been enjoying a series of guest speakers. Recently, Dr. Ed Glenny has delivered a few sermons that have impacted me, especially  a new year's sermon about making our lives count for eternity. His text was the oldest Psalm in the Bible, Psalm 90: Since then, I've spent some time praying … [Read more...]

Merry Christmas from the Klassen family! Since it's my turn to blog today, I thought I would make a Christmas-related announcement. Several people who have read my latest book, The Bride of Ivy Green (Book Three in the Tales From Ivy Hill series) have already emailed to say they are sad to see the series end, or to ask if I would please write another Ivy Hill book. The good news is, my … [Read more...]