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June 21, 2019
Book Review | Blog Tour Stop at Singing Librarian Books
Sydney wrote a very sweet review of "Befriending the Beast" over on her blog yesterday.
"This is not your typical Beauty and the Beast story. It’s not that of a romantic love story, but rather a lost and found again love between a father and daughter. This is a charming story that readers will thoroughly enjoy!"
I hope you read her full review and show her some support.
Remember: for this month only, you can get the eBook of "Befriending the Beast" on sale!
June 20, 2019
Interview | Blog Tour Stop at Writings from a God Girl
Yesterday I had the fun of doing an interview with Medomfo at Writings from a God Girl. She asked questions such as: When did you start writing with the hope of becoming an author? What inspired Befriending the Beast? What kind of books do you enjoy reading? What Christian contemporary books would you recommend to new contemporary writers?
Read my answers here.
June 17, 2019
My Stages of Research | Blog Tour Stop at Kaylee's Kind of Writes
How should you research while writing? Well, I don't know everyone's methods, but I have figured out what works for me.
Today I'm over at Kaylee's Kind of Writes, sharing about researching for historical fiction. I'd love to hear: how do YOU research?
I’m a lover of history—thus, naturally, a lover of historical fiction. There is nothing quite so spectacular as historical elements woven into a new creation. On the flip side, there is nothing so exasperating as an exciting tale that is flawed wi...
June 14, 2019
The Number of Love | Book Review
A preface to my review... because it's finally out!!!! I look forward to new books by Roseanna and this one was no exception. This is how bad I wanted it: I pretty much only review books I can get in paperback form (as it seems more worth my time), but this one I caved and got it in eBook. Yeah. I had to read it... and I'm really glad I did!!
I fell in love with Margot in “A Song Unheard” and was SO happy when I found out she was the MC for this book! Roseanna has done it again—pull...
Ozark Mountain Motorcars | Book Review
This book is a really neat concept: taking historical trains and their stories and turning them into fictional personalities. It seems like just the book for boys who are fascinated with trains. Though, I would have probably loved it as a child too, so not just limited to boys.
Though this appears to be a children’s book, there are a lot of words on each page—so it would be a bit much for a young reader. This is a neutral book. Nothing too scary mentioned to frighten children. And it hold...
June 13, 2019
What's in a Name? | Blog Tour Stop at Drop in the Ocean
How did I come up with all of the names in my "Tales of Faith" series? Belle, Lia, and... Dumphey?? I'm over at Drop in the Ocean today sharing about all the names in this series.
One of the biggest parts in writing any book is finding the right names. The right names for the characters, for the book itself, and for the series. Sometimes, I have a really easy time finding names. Other times… well, we end up with a main character named Dumphey.
Read the full article HERE.
And here's a video I did...
June 12, 2019
Writing the Perfect Length | Blog Tour Stop at Blossoms and Blessings
Today I'm at Blossoms and Blessings blog talking about what word-count makes up the perfect length for... well, various stories.
When I began writing “Befriending the Beast,” I planned on it being a short story. Then it ate a few too many words and gained a little too much weight, so I thought of it as a novella. Now that I’m finishing up “Protecting the Poor,” I’m knocking on a novel-length’s door. Oops.Read the full article HERE.
June 11, 2019
Historical Note | Blog Tour Stop at Faith Blum's Blog
Today I'm with Faith Blum, looking at a little history vs. fantasy with one of everyone's favorite structures: castles!!
What do you think of when you visualize castles? I’ll be honest, I think of hours playing Age of Empires II with my brothers where the castle was a compact unit that was added around the other buildings. While it is true that some castles are constructed in such fashion, the more I got to digging, the more I realized the expansive options of castle portrayal.
Read more HERE.&...
June 10, 2019
There's a New Project on the Desk!!!!
There's a new idea brewing...
Or should I say several?
But before I jump into the idea, you have to know a little history behind this really unique program that President Roosevelt issued during the Great Depression.
Now that you know what I'm talking about... I'm SO excited to announce that I'm part of an awesome team of writers bringing this historical idea to fiction.
Eek!!!! Isn't this amazing?!?!? I have read and enjoyed books by Alicia, A.M. Heath, and Faith. Plus, they're just amazing, swe...
Or should I say several?
But before I jump into the idea, you have to know a little history behind this really unique program that President Roosevelt issued during the Great Depression.
Now that you know what I'm talking about... I'm SO excited to announce that I'm part of an awesome team of writers bringing this historical idea to fiction.
Eek!!!! Isn't this amazing?!?!? I have read and enjoyed books by Alicia, A.M. Heath, and Faith. Plus, they're just amazing, swe...
June 9, 2019
The Noble Guardian | Book Review and Giveaway
Abby is an endearing character who has lived a life unloved and unaccepted. Her journey begins with deep hope and anticipation of being Lord Jonathan's beloved bride. However, the path to Brakewell Hall is full of twists and turns. As a character, Abby was believable. I've known girls who are just like her--hopeful and perhaps slightly disillusioned to the truth.
The Captain, now, is one that I slightly better understand. He is stoic and unrelenting in what he believes is right. Granted, I tot...
