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Peanut Butter and . . . What?

May 2, 2025 By Robin Lee Hatcher

My latest release is From This Moment On: Two Kings Meadow Novellas. One of the stories is set in 1932, the other in 2015. While writing the first novella, Bible and a .44, I came across one really interesting food choice that was served during the Great Depression. See if it stands out to you in this post. (There's a hint in my title.) In the mountains of Idaho during the Great Depression, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: History

Spring Reading Bouquet

May 1, 2025 By Karen Witemeyer

If you were to put together a bouquet of books that you either have read or plan to read this spring, and each genre is a different flower type, how eclectic would your bouquet be? Bouquets of a dozen roses can be dramatic and beautiful, while bouquets of a dozen different flowers can be cheerful and fun, so there are no wrong answers. My bouquet fits in a small vase since I don't have much … [Read more...]

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Research Trip

April 28, 2025 By Deborah Raney

As you read this, Ken and I are waking up six hours from home in a campground in Alabama. We are on our way to Saint Simons Island on a research trip for the novel I'm working on. I mentioned the upcoming trip in THIS post back in January. Time has flown since then, and we are headed to Saint Simons Island (and Jekyll Island) in Georgia where my new novel, Who Stirs Up the Sea, is set. … [Read more...]

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Becky’s Favorites

April 27, 2025 By Becky Wade

We hope you are enjoying these weekly feature posts from the authors of Inspired by Life…and Fiction. We're sharing some of our favorite things to help you get to know us a little better—and we’d love to hear your answers to these “favorites” questions in the comments below. Favorite Beverage (whether hot or cold): Coffee! I drink a cup of black coffee every morning with breakfast, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Assorted & Sundry Tagged With: Author Favorites

One Powerful Way to Help Authors…

April 25, 2025 By Becky Wade

First, thank you for reading HOWEVER you're reading. You might be buying paperback books, buying ebooks, or buying audiobooks. You might be reading in KU. Or reading and/or listening through your library. All of that is a tremendous support to authors! While there are still many who prefer paperbacks (and we treasure you people) I've personally watched the sales of the digital versions of my … [Read more...]

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The Accused Launches and Giveaway

April 24, 2025 By Cara Putman

A week ago my latest book The Accused released. It's been a wonderful week of people reaching out and spreading the word to their circles. If you are in the group, thank you so much for buying and reviewing The Accused! Those early reviews make all the difference in the world as do those pre-orders and early purchases. THANK YOU SO MUCH for being part of my tribe and helping me spread the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Books Tagged With: cara putman, giveaway, reading, writing

Celebrating World Book Day

April 23, 2025 By Dani Pettrey

Hi friends!  I’m excited it’s my day to post because it’s World Book Day. I thought what better way to celebrate than to share some fun facts.  Ways to celebrate World Book Day and promote reading I’d love to hear your favorite book of all time.  Have a blessed week, Dani … [Read more...]

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How I Picked The Setting For My New Novel

April 22, 2025 By Julie Klassen

My Publicist recently asked, "What inspired you to write a story set in Painswick, England, and how did you research this English village?" So I thought I would share my answers with you here as well. My husband and I first visited Painswick (a Cotswolds village in Gloucestershire) a few years ago and were both charmed by the village and especially by its beautiful church (St. Mary's) and … [Read more...]

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March 19th was National Poultry Day!

April 21, 2025 By Angela Hunt

I'm a little late, but we just celebrated NATIONAL POULTRY DAY. Well, you know you don't have to encourage me to celebrate chickens (and turkeys and ducks and quail). So here are a few facts you may not know about chickens! 1. Chickens can run at 9MPH, but they can't fly far. Their flight is more of a flutter-assisted hop. You won't ever see chickens soaring like eagles. 2. Chickens do not … [Read more...]

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He is Risen!

April 20, 2025 By Deborah Raney

He is risen, indeed! We are so very grateful that our Good Shepherd laid down His life that we may have eternal life. Wishing a very blessed Easter to all our dear readers of Inspired by Life...and Fiction! … [Read more...]

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