I remember the first Christian novel I ever read. It was Love Comes Softly by Jeanette Oke. I was in high school, and my spiritual life was a mess. Around this time I was also reading things like The Thorn Birds by Colleen McCullough and Pet Cemetery by Steven King—books that truly vexed my soul. Reading Love Comes Softly was like finding a cool spring of fresh water in a blazing hot desert. I … [Read more...]
The Many Ways Readers Bless Authors
Readers, did you know that you can be a blessing to authors in so many different ways? During the release of my new YA book, An Uncertain Choice, I've been blessed in countless ways by my readers (new and old)! It's been an exciting few weeks with lots of enthusiasm for my new book which has been really fun to see. Readers have reached out to me in various ways, but I don't think many of … [Read more...]
20 Easy Ways Readers Can Help Promote a Book
Dear readers, did you know authors need YOUR help in promoting their books? Yes, they really do! Many readers already do a superb job promoting the books and authors they love. Some promote formally by signing up with a publisher’s book review program or with an author who asks for Influencers. (An Influencer is a fancy term for someone who gets a free book for the purpose of helping spread … [Read more...]