If you live in Michigan—as I do—you just can’t miss “Tulip Time” in Holland. Tulips and klompen (wooden shoes) are everywhere, as you can see from this sign posted in the public library. This year I watched the parades and Dutch dancers for the very first time—and what fun! The young people seem to really enjoy dressing up in traditional Dutch costumes and putting on a show. The Holland High … [Read more...]
The Plot Thickens|Donita K. Paul
Each Sunday "Inspired by Life...and Fiction" shares a Christian novelist's newest book and the garden spots where they find inspiration. Donita K. Paul is a mother of two (and grandmother of two) who retired early from teaching school, but soon got bored! The result: a determination to start a new career. Now she is an award-winning novelist writing Christian Romance and Fantasy. Her … [Read more...]
Inspired by California’s Gold Country… and a Giveaway
Jody here! Today I have the privilege of hosting a guest, author Keli Gwyn. Keli is a dear friend of mine. Over the years she's helped me grow in my writing skills, been an encourager-extraordinaire, and given me lots of help and advice when I needed it the most. I'm thrilled that she's releasing her second published book! She's an awesome writer and excellent story-teller. So I highly … [Read more...]
Confessions of a Book Addict
I have a confession to make. I am a book addict. There is absolutely nothing recovering about it. I adore the feel of books, the smell of books, bookshelves overloaded with books. I LOVE BOOKS. In many ways, it's why I became an author. My favorite authors as a teen (no offense, Janette Oke, Michael Phillips, Bodie Thoene, and Frank Peretti) simply could not keep up with my voracious, … [Read more...]
Whenever You Come Around is here! (Sing that in the key of C)
Hatcher hits the reader’s Achilles’ heel right in the gut with her plot twists, showing us God’s ability to offer grace and forgiveness. But readers will be able to make transitions in the relationship smoothly as another hero and his love interest dance into their hearts. You will be sharing this book with your friends. —RT Book Reviews TOP PICK Whenever You Come Around, the second book in the … [Read more...]
Before you advance, it’s good to RETREAT…
The first weekend in May a group of twenty writers from Minnesota (along with a few Wisconsin neighbors) got together for a weekend writers retreat. No teacher, no speaker, no agenda. Just time to write, recharge, and spend time with other writers in a beautiful setting--lake-side Camp Lebanon. Some of us went up early on Friday to start our weekend with a tour of three historic sites … [Read more...]
Follow Your Nose!
"Nothing is more memorable than a smell. One scent can be unexpected, momentary and fleeting, yet conjure up a childhood summer beside a lake in the mountains." ~Diane Ackerman Research has shown that the sense of smell is more closely linked with memory than any of the other senses. It’s also a sense linked with emotion. If you close your eyes and think about your childhood home, likely it will … [Read more...]
Happy Mother’s Day!
The author gardens of "The Plot Thickens" will return next Sunday. … [Read more...]
Book Launch!
I celebrated the release of A Love Like Ours last night with a 'book launch'! I've done a few book signings in the past. A very few. I don't tend to seek them out because: Only friends and family attend. If you're lucky. As the author, you spend a significant amount of time at the signing standing alone next to the little table the book store has very graciously set up for you, … [Read more...]
Shopping for Research
All authors have their favorite go-to research books. Each new story I write requires delving into specifics for that particular time, setting, and character professions. But I also need more general research information. Information on fashion, transportation, household furnishings, etc. Research to help me create an accurate story world through the items my historical characters encounter in … [Read more...]
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