My husband and I are headed to a new-to-us part of the world Friday. It has me thinking how incredibly blessed I am. As a kid, the farthest I had traveled was Niagara Falls and touching Mexico. I always dreamed about seeing more of the world I had read about, but didn't think I'd ever have the opportunity to do so.[Tweet "Have the travel bug? @Cara_putman gifting books set in Italy and Mackinac … [Read more...]
When you reach the end of the road, find a new path
Hello, everyone. I always feel a bit confused and out of sorts when I finish a book. It's The End and I'm always relieved and tired and ready for a three day sleep, but I begin to miss the characters I've been with over the weeks and months. I stare out and wonder what will be next. Usually I have another proposal lined up and chapters to write for the next book. I take a few days off … [Read more...]
Gone To My Happy Place
Hello, Inspired by Life and Fiction friends! I am happy to say that I am presently in England (Lord willing) leading my first-ever group trip to the country where all of my books have been set so far. I am blessed to be traveling with a group of 39 reader-friends and colleagues from many different states. Together with two travel professionals, we have been planning and dreaming about … [Read more...]
Celebrating readers and writers
Hello. I just returned from beautiful but chilly Milwaukee, Wisconsin, where I attended the 5th Annual Barbara Vey Readers Appreciation Luncheon. This was my first time going to this popular event. A friend "sponsored" me to help her with a pre-conference event. Many of you might know Winnie Griggs. She writes wonderful historicals for Love Inspired. She spearheaded a fun writer bingo game that … [Read more...]
Is it fall, y’all?
My husband loves Fall. Mainly because the air turns crisp and fresh and football is just around the corner. He's not big sports fan but he does love his Atlanta Falcons and University of Georgia games. He also likes not sweating as much. I fell in love with him in the fall. Even though we'd known each other most of our lives, he was an Army brat so he moved and came home to Georgia a couple of … [Read more...]