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More New Books For Your TBR Pile

August 12, 2025 By Julie Klassen

I’ve had the pleasure of reading (and recommending) some recent and upcoming Georgian, Regency, Regency-Inspired, and Victorian era novels, and thought you might want to consider some of these for your own reading pleasure! A Worthy Risk by T. Elizabeth Renich (June 24, 2025) Don’t miss this recent release from my history-loving friend, T. Elizabeth Renich, who never fails to do her … [Read more...]

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All Because Two People Fell in Love

August 11, 2025 By Deborah Raney

I'm updating a post from 11 years ago since my blogging day once again falls on the day of my wedding anniversary. This year is 51 for my wonderful groom and me, and this is what I wrote back in 2014 on our 40th: Today is my 40th wedding anniversary. (Not sure how that can be since I'm only 35, but it's true.) And oh how quickly those four decades have flown! It seems like just yesterday I … [Read more...]

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Inspiration? Alexandria! (And a giveaway)

August 8, 2025 By Becky Wade

Australian author Jessica Wakefield is guest-posting on the blog today and kindly offering a copy of her brand new book to one of you. We're delighted to have you join us here, Jessica! -Becky “Addey walked down King Street, huddled deep into her jacket, the chilly wind blowing her hair behind her. Christmas wreaths hung from the iconic iron lamp posts. The shops were bordered with green, … [Read more...]

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You’re Invited!

August 7, 2025 By Karen Witemeyer

Every year during the first week of August I host a big bookish bash in my Facebook group - The Posse. It's hard for me to believe, but this year marks year number 8 for the group, and we're still going strong. I'm so blessed by this community of readers. We have so much bookish fun and everyone is always quick with an encouraging word or a funny pun. And when I need brainstorming help or a focus … [Read more...]

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Coeur d’Alene Writers Retreat…22 years now in the books

August 5, 2025 By Tamera Alexander

Late last night, I returned from our annual Coeur d'Alene Retreat, a wonderful five-day weekend with a group of writers who have become so precious to me over the past 22 years. They're among my dearest friends, and I'm grateful for each of them. This weekend's retreat was especially meaningful. Because it was our last formal gathering in CdA. Only 7 (out of 11) were able to make it … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Assorted & Sundry, Faith, Family, Writing Tagged With: Tamera Alexander

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