Inspired by Life ... and Fiction

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My Favorite Covers of 2020

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I love book covers! I never tire of admiring the skill and artistry of the graphic designers who create them. At the start of every new year, it's become my habit to look back at the Christian fiction covers of the year before. Here are some of my favorites from 2020. In my opinion, each of these covers do a fantastic job of fulfilling their purpose. 1) They grab my attention with a gorgeous … [Read more...]

Inspired by the Arts

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As an author, I’m clearly inspired by the art of writing, but I don’t know how many authors consider writing an art and how many consider it a craft. I honestly view it as both. It’s part art, which I define as divine inspiration from our Creator to create. I believe it’s woven into us when God places us in our mother’s womb. It doesn’t automatically come out wonderful. I didn’t sell my first … [Read more...]

A Gift and a Giveaway

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I was surprised and touched to receive an amazing gift from a talented quilter-friend: a quilt based on the coverlet Jane Austen made with her mother and sister. The original coverlet quilt is on display at Jane Austen's House Museum, which we visited during a group tour I was privileged to host in 2019. We saw the quilt (and much more) during the visit and I am honored and delighted to now … [Read more...]

I’m about to blow your diet!

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If one of your New Year resolutions involves cutting calories, I apologize in advance, but today I want to share a wonderful source of great recipes from my friend and fellow Kansan, Deborah Vogts. Debbie is a woman of many talents—author, gardener, antique-er, mama, grandma, and more—but today I'm focusing on Debbie's talents in the kitchen! Last night I made a pan of her Blonde Brownies and … [Read more...]

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