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Booksignings, Bookish Confessions, and Book Giveaways

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The last few weeks have been so fun. In addition to our trip to London for study abroad, I've had a couple booksignings. It's been so much fun to connect with readers I've known via social media for awhile -- there's something about meeting in person that's so fun! On Saturday I was at one of my favorite independent bookstores down in Nashville, Indiana. Nashville is a charming little town … [Read more...]

COMMUNITY and CONNECTION

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Hey friends, Happy Wednesday! I am so excited to have my good friend and fellow author, Kimberley Woodhouse, share with you today about the importance of community and connection as both a reader and a writer! I hope you enjoy, and be sure to check out her amazing stories! I want to challenge and encourage each one of you to make a resolution for this year. (I know, I know, it’s not January, … [Read more...]

5 Unexpected Blessings of Being an Author

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Become a published author is my lifelong dream come true. I have written stories from a young age and, if I'm honest, wanted the pleasure of seeing something I wrote on a library shelf or in a bookstore. But over the years I've realized there are far greater pleasures and blessings on this writing journey. Here are just five of them, in no particular order: Friendships with readers: Whether … [Read more...]

The Camfield Legacy Novels (and a giveaway)

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[I almost forgot to name a winner! But this morning I drew Traci Winyard's name. Congrats, Traci! Please send me an email at debraney@mac.com and I'll get your collection sent to you!] We have company from California this week, Ken's brother and his wife, so I'm going to make this post short—and hopefully sweet—so we can enjoy spending time with family we haven't seen since we traveled together … [Read more...]

No One Ever Cared for Me Like Jesus

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For my post today, I want to share this entry from Amazing Grace: 366 inspiring hymn stories for daily devotions. I love this hymn. The words really touch my heart because I know them to be true. I pray this post blesses you as it has blessed me. … Where is God my Maker, who gives songs in the night? (Job 35:10) It is not difficult to sing when all is going well. But often God gives a … [Read more...]

Author Appearances

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Having a day job in addition to writing makes it difficult for me to make many author appearances. However, recently two opportunities arose for events happening within a week of each other, and I'm delighted by the propspect of meeting with readers in person! The first event takes place TOMORROW! I'm flying out today to meet a fabulous group of writing friends in Grand Rapids, Michigan. We … [Read more...]

Do you finish (a series) as you start?

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I happened upon a dilemma recently:  If I start a series in one form, can I satisfactorily complete it in another?  Let me explain.  Say there is a series I started in paperback. Then the ebook for #2 goes on sale. Do I break format to read the book? Or do I wait and finish the whole series in paperback?  I know this might sound a little crazy to some of you, but … [Read more...]

Do writers read reviews?

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Some don't. I do. I read all of them--good, bad, and ugly. Am I a masochist? No, but I love to learn, and reading reviews helps me do that. I get to know my readers better. When a reviewer likes my book, I smile with a great deal of pleasure because it means my hard work "paid off" in terms of reaching a reader's heart and mind. When a reviewer hates my book, I tell myself, clearly, this … [Read more...]

Inspired by Scripture

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Wishing a very happy Father's Day to all the fathers and father figures who have encouraged and built us up in Christ. We are grateful for you and the example you are to the world. This Sunday feature is brought to you by ClashVerseoftheDay.com. You may sign up to receive a beautiful photo with Scripture in your inbox each morning or view the verse each day online. … [Read more...]

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