A lot of writers are talking about AI: artificial intelligence. Some bemoan the rise of AI, and others, like me, are delighting in it. I use it for all kinds of things: brainstorming, getting title ideas, getting questions for my readers' group, coming up with games for events, creating videos, creating original songs, editing my manuscripts, finding overused phrases in said manuscripts, creating … [Read more...]
New Christmas Covers!
My Christmas novella Because of You was first traditionally published. In other words, I entered into a contract which gave my traditional publisher, Bethany House, the right to publish and distribute my novella. Which they did in a few different ways! First, through the publication of The Christmas Heirloom collection in 2018. They made the collection available in paperback, ebook, and … [Read more...]
Getting Ready for Christmas. . . and a sale
This month has been chaotic. The race to final grades. Editing page proofs and thinking about my next series ideas. I'm also really trying to be present with my family. The Christmas decorations have started going up. I wasn't sure we'd get the tree up. Truly. But we did and now it's time to wrap presents, so they can surround the tree. One thing I'm learning to do is give … [Read more...]
Beyond Gratitude
Hi friends, and happy Wednesday. I hope your day is off to a lovely start. I can’t believe we’re already in December! Where has the year gone? I’m going through an Advent study guide by She Reads Truth. If you are unfamiliar with them, I recommend them highly. Their books are filled with Scripture, study notes, journal pages, and beautiful photographs and designs. The study focuses on … [Read more...]
A Night to Celebrate and Honor Someone Special
On December 2nd, I hosted another book launch at my local Barnes & Noble to celebrate the release of two novels, A Sea View Christmas (September) and Whispers at Painswick Court (December 2). We had a great turnout, and I sincerely appreciate everyone who came out to join me. If you'd like to watch a recording of the event, you can see it here. I gave a talk about the new books, and … [Read more...]
Christian Fiction Reading Challenge
See this great bunch of authors? Of course, you'll recognize several of us from this blog. (Waving at Becky, Robin, Cara, and Tammy! Oh, and myself! ;) ) Well! We have planned a year of great reading and great discussions via Zoom for you! Each month, we’ll dive into a novel by a bestselling Christian author. There will be plenty of variety. Romance. Heart-pounding suspense. A visit to 1970’s … [Read more...]
My 5🌟 Reads This Year
Last December, I shared my five-star reads of 2024, and I enjoyed doing that so much (along with getting your recommendations), I decided to do it again. In my personal rating system, 5🌟 mean: “Out of this world. Amazing. Unforgettable. A personal favorite.” I don’t give out many of them. Which means there are a lot of books I have loved (4 stars) that I won’t be sharing with you. If you are … [Read more...]
Advent Calendar Goodies for You
Ever since I was a little girl, I've loved Advent calendars. My mom used to buy me those paper ones where you could open a new door each day and see a Christmas character or message. Being patient was so hard. I wanted to open all the doors! When my kids were young, we had a wooden Advent calendar that hung on the wall. Each day, one of them would open a door and reveal a wooden character on a … [Read more...]
Advent: Expecting the Unexpected
In the lead up to Advent, things have upended several friends’ worlds in the blink of an eye. The return of cancer. Death of a spouse. A horrific accident. Every single instance has changed what that family thought they were doing that day, the next day, the next day, and the next. It has made me consider this verse again: We don’t like to live this way, if we are honest. At least I … [Read more...]
Introducing–the Good Seed Collective
Because I write for kids, I'm always being asked to recommend good books for boys, for girls, for kids of certain ages. I don't know if you've noticed, but books in general today have become a lot more . . . how do I say this . . . well, there's a lot in them that doesn't conform to Christian ideals. So a couple of my writer friends put their heads together and we have formed the "Good Seed … [Read more...]
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