Have you ever heard of a circle letter? In the Amish community a group of people will create a “circle.” This circle can be made up of family members or friends. Letters are written and put into a large envelope and sent around. When the envelope returns to you, your job is to remove your last letter, include a new one, and then send it on to the next person. My friend Irene, who grew up Amish, … [Read more...]
Winner of the Inspired by Life…and Fiction Giveaway
Thanks to everyone who entered the Inspired by Life…and Fiction giveaway during the past week. We're so grateful you're all a part of the community here. We love sharing life with you! And now…for the winner of this giveaway, scroll down. Cynthia, please let me hear from you quickly (I just sent you an email, so simply respond to that), and we'll coordinate getting your books to … [Read more...]
Speaking of what we’re passionate about . . .
It's been so long, you may not remember, but when Tammy introduced me last month, I mentioned some of the things I was passionate about, and asked you to share some of the things you're passionate about. Most of you were too busy sending warm, friendly welcomes to take the time to do that. But today, I'd sincerely love to know! What floats your boat? What makes your heart sing? What makes you feel … [Read more...]
Multiple Author Giveaway (4/7 – 4/14)
A giveaway just in time for Easter! The authors of Inspired By Life…and Fiction invite you to enter our current giveaway in which one reader will win ten bestselling novels (1 from each author). How do you enter? Subscribe to the Inspired by Life…and Fiction blog. It's that simple. Visit the link inside the Rafflecopter box, then follow the instructions to start your free … [Read more...]
Author Event: Tamera Alexander (6/12 – 6/18)
June 10-18, 2014 Book Tour in Germany and Switzerland With Lynn Austin and Elizabeth Musser…and my daughter Kelsey! We're starting in the beautiful city of Marburg where our German publisher, Francke is located, and hope to see many of our German and Swiss readers during our book tour! Here is our TENTATIVE TRAVEL SCHEDULE, more dates and locations are being added: June 11 7:00 … [Read more...]