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Novelists bound by the pen, sisterhood, & more

How I Picked The Setting For My New Novel

April 22, 2025 By Julie Klassen

My Publicist recently asked, "What inspired you to write a story set in Painswick, England, and how did you research this English village?" So I thought I would share my answers with you here as well. My husband and I first visited Painswick (a Cotswolds village in Gloucestershire) a few years ago and were both charmed by the village and especially by its beautiful church (St. Mary's) and … [Read more...]

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He is Risen!

April 20, 2025 By Deborah Raney

He is risen, indeed! We are so very grateful that our Good Shepherd laid down His life that we may have eternal life. Wishing a very blessed Easter to all our dear readers of Inspired by Life...and Fiction! … [Read more...]

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Meet Megan Soja (and enter a GIVEAWAY)

April 15, 2025 By Tamera Alexander

While teaching at a women's weekend retreat two weeks ago, I had the total pleasure of meeting Megan Soja, a writing friend whose first novel—Spark of the Revolution (Harbor of Spies, book 1)—just released with Wild Heart Books in March! To celebrate being with us today, Megan is giving away a signed copy of Spark of the Revolution to one lucky IBL&F reader! Simply leave a comment TODAY … [Read more...]

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Naming Favorites

April 14, 2025 By Deborah Raney

Most novelists will tell you that it's difficult for them to name a favorite among the books they've written. I used to say that question was like asking me if I had a favorite child! But after writing more than forty books over the past thirty-plus years, one series of mine has risen to the top as a favorite. Interestingly enough, I wrote the first two novels in the Camfield Legacy series more … [Read more...]

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D’Ann’s Favorites

April 13, 2025 By D'Ann Mateer

We hope you are enjoying these weekly feature posts from the authors of Inspired by Life…and Fiction. We're sharing some of our favorite things to help you get to know us a little better—and we’d love to hear your answers to these “favorites” questions in the comments below. Favorite Beverage (whether hot or cold): Coffee! But I’m a bit of a coffee snob. I prefer a premium … [Read more...]

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