Our middle child—our oldest son—got married almost 2 weeks ago. It was lovely and joyful, as weddings are. But it wasn’t perfect. In fact, it seemed every moment was fraught with the tension of plans going awry. A wedding band that didn’t get shipped before the wedding. Thunderstorms hovering in the forecast over the rehearsal and wedding day. The deluge of rain that appeared in … [Read more...]
Bikes, Beaches, Boats and Books
Wow, it’s hard to stay focused on my writing this time of the year! The weather has been beautiful—perfect for going to the beach, riding my bike, and watching the boats sail on Lake Michigan. Perfect for everything, it seems, except writing a novel. The only solution I’ve found is to plan carefully and not let myself get distracted. To get up early and get to work so I can play later … [Read more...]
Award Season (and a Giveaway!)
Applause. It's not the reason we write, but I have to admit, it can certainly uplift a weary spirit and invigorate a flagging confidence. This week, the American Christian Fiction Writers organization announced the finalists for the 2018 Carol Award. I am thrilled and incredibly honored to be listed among the finalists. Even better, two other Inspired by Life and Fiction authors are DOUBLE … [Read more...]
When Characters Are More Than Fiction
God moves in mysterious ways. Chance meetings become blessings that not even an experienced author could dream into existence. In December 2016, I was already several months into the writing of More Than Meets the Eye when a speaking opportunity took me to Lubbock, TX. After conducting a library workshops that morning, I did a late afternoon book signing at the local Barnes & Noble. … [Read more...]
3 Tips for Writing (or doing anything you love!) When Life is Chaotic and Crazy
With having five kids, my life has always been kind of chaotic and crazy. But summer always seems to add a different dimension to the busyness. As summer gets underway, I find myself facing new challenges to the schedule: summer activities, kids off school and needing more attention, college kids home and adding to the busyness, and a calendar that fills up with trips, appointments, company, … [Read more...]
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