Inspired by Life ... and Fiction

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Deadlines: Dreadful or Delightful?

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Earlier in the week, I finished writing the third book in my next Young Adult (YA) series, The Fairest Maidens. Usually, I write pretty steadily, giving myself a set amount to write each day. I establish that amount before I start the series, gauging what I think is reasonable with all my other responsibilities. And then I try to stick to the daily goal so I can finish the book by my personal … [Read more...]

A New Approach to Pleasure Reading

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This past Christmas, my husband gave me a book called Every Moment Holy by Douglas Kaine McKelvey. The book is a collection of liturgies designed to help us recognize and invite God's presence into every moment of our lives, even the mundane ones. I don't come from a liturgical background, but I've really enjoyed reading through these. He covers topics from gardening, to changing diapers, to … [Read more...]

The Beauty of Waiting in the Writing Life

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I first met Rachelle Rea (now) Cobb 10ish years ago at a writing conference where I was giving free critiques. This darling 18 year old sat across from me waiting to hear my reaction to her story. Of course it wasn’t publish-worthy at that point, but there was so much potential and desire in this sweet girl. I encouraged her to keep at it. We kept in touch via social media. She grew up and had … [Read more...]

The Chosen…a must-see series!

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Have you watched The Chosen yet? If not, you must! This video series has already brought me closer to Christ and I'm not even to episode 5 yet! The Chosen is a free video series that brings the gospels to life. And I mean vivid-step-off-the-page-and-put-on-flesh kind of life! It's phenomenal! The insights. The cultural revelations. The humor! I honestly cannot recall a time in my life … [Read more...]

Keep Hammering

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I have the best job there is. I can live in an imaginary world all day, making up stories and creating new characters. I’m my own boss. I can set my own schedule and even work in my pajamas if I want to. But as great as this may sound, I don’t live a glamorous life with TV appearances and book signings and huge royalty checks. It takes me a year to complete a book, and for most of that time … [Read more...]

Thirty Years Later (and a giveaway!)

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Happy Valentine's Day, everyone! I'm delighted to welcome author Robin W. Pearson to the blog today. She's sharing about her love story and also offering a wonderful giveaway. Thanks for joining us here at Inspired by Life...and Fiction and congratulations on the release of your debut novel, Robin! -Becky Thirty years later, Hubby and I are still pointing fingers. I say he asked me out … [Read more...]

Finding Truth…& Giveaway

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What's the first part of the book you read? Is it the back cover? The first chapter? Maybe it's the back of the book so you can learn why the author chose to write a book that involved whatever issue they did? If I'm really intrigued by the history or a plot twist, I've been known to flip to the back...not to learn how a story ends (that steals all the fun for me!) but to see how much of a … [Read more...]

Almost There

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Hi friends,  Excited to be with you today! This week I’m working on my first set of galleys for The Crushing Depths. It’s such a fun time being so close to publication but also nerve-wracking knowing this is my last chance to make any changes.  From Draft to Published In case you aren’t familiar with the process a book goes through from the time I turn the rough draft into my … [Read more...]

Be Our Valentine (Giveaway)

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I've teamed up with five other authors to offer a sweet giveaway. The next best thing to chocolate! Visit this link to enter between February 10-15 (open to US and International readers). One winner will receive all six novels pictured below. Enjoy and Happy Valentine's Day. … [Read more...]

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