I wish I wrote perfect first drafts ready for proofreading, but I don’t. (Nor do the vast majority of authors I know.) I rely on feedback from early readers and my editors, and continue to revise and edit a manuscript until it is as strong as I can make it—or until my deadline arrives, whichever comes first. :) Currently, I am busy working on revisions for my next book due out in December, … [Read more...]
More Favorite Tools for Writers (and a giveaway!)
[UPDATE: THIS GIVEAWAY HAS ENDED, and the winner of the lighted pen is...DEBORA WILDER! See the instructions on the last comment to claim your prize, Debora.] Julie posted some of her favorite tools for writers on the blog a couple of weeks ago and I loved the ideas she shared and decided to steal her idea for my post today. (Thanks, Julie!) I've linked to the items in case you want to get one … [Read more...]
Inspired by Scripture
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My Favorite Covers of 2017
Last year at this time, I blogged about My Favorite Covers of 2016. It was so much fun to look back over a year's worth of wonderful Christian fiction covers that I decided to make it an annual thing! Here are... The following are in no particular order. I set out to select covers from a range of sub genres and publishers, since it's exciting to celebrate the breadth and depth of the … [Read more...]
A Life Well Lived
Yesterday the world lost a man who symbolized faith to so many. My mom was saved at a Billy Graham crusade in the 60s. The trajectory of my life was changed by that decision and the later commitment my father made to faith. [Tweet "Billy Graham lived life well. @Cara_Putman shares at Inspired by Life & Fiction. #giveaway"] Billy Graham was a man who could interact with Presidents … [Read more...]
When you reach the end of the road, find a new path
Hello, everyone. I always feel a bit confused and out of sorts when I finish a book. It's The End and I'm always relieved and tired and ready for a three day sleep, but I begin to miss the characters I've been with over the weeks and months. I stare out and wonder what will be next. Usually I have another proposal lined up and chapters to write for the next book. I take a few days off … [Read more...]
Remembering Christy…and a giveaway!
I was asked recently to share about how the novel Christy by Catherine Marshall—the characters, storyline, and setting—influenced my faith. And also, in later years, how it influenced my writing. And since I love the novel, I was thrilled to share! Learn more about Christy by Catherine Marshall Do you have special memories of when you first read Christy, the novel? Favorite … [Read more...]
Greetings From Germany!
By the time you read this blog, I’ll be in Germany on a book and speaking tour. I know, right? I’m so blessed to have this incredible opportunity! I would love to bring you along with me on my journey, but since that isn’t possible, I’m going to let the two sisters from my newest novel, “Where We Belong,” stand in for you. If you’ve read the book, you know how much Rebecca and Flora Hawes love to … [Read more...]
Inspired by Scripture
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6 Reasons Why Love at First Sight is a Dangerous Thing
Nowadays we've become a fast-paced culture. We rush to work. We run through the drive-through for fast food. We race from one activity to the next. And we hardly stop to breathe. Unfortunately with such a fast pace, we've become an impatient culture. We want everything to happen right away. We want overnight shipping. We want instant video streaming. And we demand the highest speed … [Read more...]
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