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Girl time & and Among the Fair Magnolias winners announced

July 30, 2015 By Tamera Alexander

Think of a weekend away with some of your favorite girlfriends that's full to overflowing with laughter, love, sharing, great food, more laughter, singing, more great food. And now add the dynamic that all those gals are sisters in Christ—and all are writers. Can you say a bit of heaven?! This past weekend I attended an annual writers retreat that started back in 2003 (I can hardly believe … [Read more...]

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Five Writers Walk into a Library…

July 28, 2015 By Julie Klassen

I love libraries. When I was a student at the University of Illinois years ago, I worked at the library to help support myself through school. I remember pushing my shelving cart through the crowded aisles and wishing I could have a book in a library someday. I'm so thankful that dream has come true. Recently, I went to a new-to-me library with fellow writers Gail Helgeson, Stacy Monson, … [Read more...]

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A Deadline and a Giveaway

July 27, 2015 By Deborah Raney

I've been on deadline all summer, but "the end" (literally!) is in sight! I always feel sorry for my poor husband when I'm on deadline. I am getting better about remaining calm, but with every book, there is a certain amount of what Ken calls "fritzing out" that accompanies getting my manuscript turned in to my editor by the deadline. (Even when I'm generously given an extra few days or even … [Read more...]

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The Plot Thickens | Carla Stewart

July 26, 2015 By Deborah Raney

Each Sunday "Inspired by Life...and Fiction" shares a Christian novelist's newest book and the garden spots where they find inspiration. Carla Stewart's writing reflects her passion for times gone by. Her debut novel, Chasing Lilacs, received a starred review from Publishers Weekly, and was an Oklahoma Book Award Finalist, the trophy winner for the 2011 Best Fiction Book for … [Read more...]

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Seasons of Hospitality

July 24, 2015 By Becky Wade

Please join me in welcoming author Hillary Manton Lodge to Inspired by Life...and Fiction today!  Hillary is a friend of mine and a wonderful writer.  Have you read her contemporary romances?  If not, get thyself to a book store!  They feature not just a love story but also all sorts of delectable recipes.  Love and baking?  Yes, please.  :) Thanks for visiting us here, Hillary!  … [Read more...]

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