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Author Olympics!!

One of my FaceBook friends has started an Author Olympics to go during the winter Olympics.

I actually don't watch the Olympics because we don't have TV, but... Anita's Author Olympics have been an excellent motivator for me to do more! We get to choose our own bronze, silver, and gold goals (whether writing or researching or editing or other writing-related thing...). This has been helpful for me, as each day I've been able to evaluate what I'd likely have time for, and then make goals accord...

Scripture Graphics #79

Many Christians pursue knowledge and judgment, but they fail to root such in love. Knowledge and judgment without love only brings harm to the body and does not exalt Jesus Christ. It is not to *only* love and neglect knowledge and judgment (for that, also, brings harm), but to have the perfect balance of all three.

"But the wisdom that is from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, and easy to be intreated, full of mercy and good fruits, without partiality, and without hypocrisy." James...

How to Break Up With Your Phone | Book Review

I’ll admit, the title sold me on the book. In this technical age, most of us are phone-addicts, and most of us admit it. We realize we need to spend less time sucked into our phones and more time with real people around us, but do we change it? Usually not.
The material in this book was very thorough. For me as a conservative Christian, it had a very strong secular viewpoint with meditation, yoga, and some language that I’d prefer not to read. The information was good, though. It just did have...

Phoebe's Light | FLF, Blog Tour, Review, Giveaway

Who likes seafaring journeys and tales of whaling? I definitely do! I also like trying new-to-me authors, which is Suzanne Woods Fisher. So I was excited to get my hands on this book. This book ended up not being in line with my tastes, but some of you may enjoy it!

First Line:Phoebe Starbuck flung back the worn quilt, leapt out of bed, and hurried to the windows.
There are some fun things with this blog tour, so keep reading!But first!Comment with a first line from your current read!Have...

Interview with Author Sharon Connell

Today I'd like to introduce you to an author that I met last year via a FaceBook group: Sharon Connell. I haven't read any of her books yet, but being a Louisiana girl by birth and relocated to Mississippi, her novels about hurricanes intrigue me. I had the privilege of interviewing her. If you scroll down to the end, you can find out information on her books and how to connect with her.


Me: How did you get started in writing?Sharon: I had been corresponding with another author for years...

Sweet Book Deal!

I'm joining several other Indie authors for a quick book sale this week! I wanted to be sure you all had a chance to get them!
Don't just hoard them--share this post with some reader friends so they can get the deals too!
Free eBooks
Poison Kiss by Kendra Ardnek
Forget Not by Rebekah Morris
The Dressmaker's Secret by Kellyn Roth
The Lady of the Vineyard by Kellyn Roth
Coffee Cake Days by Amanda Tero

$0.99 eBooks
Water Princess, Fire Princess by Kendra Arnek  Finding Joy by Rebekah Morri...

Hey, it's me...

I know... I skipped a week of writing updates. The sick bug has hit our house yet again and last Monday/Tuesday I was quite out of commission. Is anyone else having a hard time staying well this winter? 
This week, I'm once again trying to get back into routine (how many times have I said that this year??). I had big plans of announcing my WIP... but I shall have to wait and see if I can get to that next week. ;)
First off... tomorrow!

Several of my eBooks will be on sale, so come back tomo...

Scripture Graphics #78

Here, the love of Christ is brought out in how He gave Himself. In John 3:16, God's love was manifested by Him giving His Son. True love gives sacrificially. And this is the type of love we are to have.

How does this apply to me when I read, research, write, or watch movies? When I think of sinful examples from Scriptures, it clearly shows sin as sin. Sin *is* mentioned, but not expounded upon or detailed. It is not the main plot, per se, of the story. This should be my guide more than anythin...

A Place at our Table | FLF and Book Review

Who is a fan of Amish fiction? I've read several Beverly Lewis books, but so far, she has been the extent of my Amish fiction reading. So, when I saw Amy Clipston up for review (and heard several other reader friends who read her), I decided to give her a try!
Who is your favorite Amish fiction author?

First Line:A long, shrill tone blared through the loud speaker, jarring Jamie Riehl from sleep.
This definitely began with excitement! I enjoy books that grip me from line one. ;)

Share a firs...

Scripture Graphics #77

Behold, I send an Angel before thee, to keep thee in the way, and to bring thee into the place which I have prepared. Beware of him, and obey his voice, provoke him not; for he will not pardon your transgressions: for my name is in him. But if thou shalt indeed obey his voice, and do all that I speak; then I will be an enemy unto thine enemies, and an adversary unto thine adversaries. (Exodus 23:20-22)The Holy Spirit for the New Testament believer is very much like this angel. The Holy Spirit...