I've never considered myself a brave person. I'm not one to bungee jump, and the best I've done on the ski slopes is the beginner's run. (And with much trepidation at that!) Stepping out and deciding to pursuing writing was one of my bravest steps. Writing about the deep pain and struggles in my life—in my fiction and non-fiction—has been the bravest. Yet I've done other things that are … [Read more...]
Whenever You Come Around is here! (Sing that in the key of C)
Hatcher hits the reader’s Achilles’ heel right in the gut with her plot twists, showing us God’s ability to offer grace and forgiveness. But readers will be able to make transitions in the relationship smoothly as another hero and his love interest dance into their hearts. You will be sharing this book with your friends. —RT Book Reviews TOP PICK Whenever You Come Around, the second book in the … [Read more...]
Shopping for Research
All authors have their favorite go-to research books. Each new story I write requires delving into specifics for that particular time, setting, and character professions. But I also need more general research information. Information on fashion, transportation, household furnishings, etc. Research to help me create an accurate story world through the items my historical characters encounter in … [Read more...]
How to Survive the Seesaw of Praise & Criticism
As a writer I'm on a continual seesaw of both praise and criticism. For example, I recently received some criticism on my upcoming June release, Hearts Made Whole. But then the very next day I learned that Romantic Times had given the book 4 1/2 stars (the highest rating) along with a Top Pick for the month (which is a huge honor). The experience reminded me that life is a continual seesaw … [Read more...]
College Cramming
Have I mentioned here on Inspired by Life that I decided not quite a year ago to enroll in college? Getting the degree I didn't pursue at 18 is something I have thought about doing for most of my adult life. A bucket list item. But the thought always came with the caveat of, "When I have more time." So in May of last year, I was sitting in the bleachers at a college graduation ceremony and I … [Read more...]
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