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January 15, 2013
Wobbly Ground
2013 is proving to be the opposite of dull.
My emotions, indecisive.
My patience, stretched.
My nerves, taut.
We’re just in the beginning, and already Ryan and I have made a significant decision. One that is no less nerve-wracking, despite being so very Spirit-led.
We’re just in the beginning, and already He has been stripping away those stubborn bits of darkness and dirt (a.k.a., pride and false security) from the hidden places of my heart.
We’re just in the beginning, and it seems Jesus wants me...
January 13, 2013
Second Book Jitters
Today I’ll be busy stuffing advanced reader copies of Wishing on Willows into envelopes, writing down addresses, and sending them out to my launch team.
Last week, my publisher made Wishing on Willows available upon request through their Blogging for Books program.
The time has come.
My second novel is making it’s way out into the world.
And I’m going to be 100% honest.
It’s quite terrifying.
I’m feeling a strong dose of intimidation.
Don’t get me wrong, there’s a very real pressure that comes with...
January 10, 2013
Friday Favorites: Band Aid Power
So I’ve decided to make my Friday Favorites a little less specific.
From now on, I won’t always have a list of links to beloved blog posts from the week.
My Friday Favorite could be any number of things.
A favorite pin on Pinterest.
A favorite video on Youtube.
A favorite quote from a book.
A favorite movie or show recently watched.
A favorite Tweet from Twitter friends.
A favorite Bible verse.
A favorite song.
A favorite recipe.
A favorite blog post or article.
Or, like today, a favorite Broganism.
In ca...
January 8, 2013
Join the Wishing on Willows Launch Team
Alright folks, it’s 2013. Which means in a little over two months, Wishing on Willows will hit book stores!
The official release date is March 19th and I’m inviting you to be a part of the Wishing on Willows launch team.
Why a launch team?
To start that all-important buzz that is oh-so-very crucial when it comes to a book’s success.
What is a launch team?
A team of influencers and reviewers ready and willing to spread the word.
What do I get for being on the launch team?
A free, advanced copy of Wis...
January 6, 2013
A Yearly Tradition: Recap & Prediction
Every new year, I like to summarize the previous year using one word and predict what the next year’s word will be.
Here’s a brief recap….
2009′s One Word Summary: Growth
I started doing this in January of 2010, which means I didn’t have a prediction for 2009. Just a summary. And with all the growing I did as a Christian and as a writer, I’d say that fits the bill.
2010′s One Word Summary: Surrender
Jokingly, I predicted that 2010 would be my year for Victory. Ended up being a year of surrender. G...
December 20, 2012
Winner Winner, Chicken Dinner
Thank you to everyone who made this Christmas series so much fun! I loved reading about your favorite ornaments, traditions, music, and movies! Now to announce not just one, but TWO winners!
This week’s prize package included:
The movie, Elf (which makes me laugh out loud every single time)
Wildflowers from Winter by Katie Ganshert
Wish you Were Here by Beth Vogt
Hidden in the Heart by Catherine West
Central Park Rendezvous by Kim Vogel Sawyer, Ronie Kendig, Dineen Miller, and MaryLu Tyndall
And the...
December 18, 2012
Christmas Movies
Today’s Giveaway Includes:
The movie, Elf (which makes me laugh out loud every single time)
Wildflowers from Winter by Katie Ganshert
Wish you Were Here by Beth Vogt
Hidden in the Heart by Catherine West
Central Park Rendezvous by Kim Vogel Sawyer, Ronie Kendig, Dineen Miller, and MaryLu Tyndall
All to keep for yourself or give away as gifts to people you love!
Now let’s head to Peaks and see what Christmas movies my two leading ladies enjoy.
First, I asked Bethany, the main character of Wildflowers...
December 16, 2012
The Grace Filled Christmas Blog Tour
I’m participating in this year’s Grace Filled Christmas Blog Tour, which is hosting a whole slew of awesome Christian fiction and runs through December 22nd.
If this is your first time here, thank you so much for stopping by!
My debut novel, Wildflowers from Winter, released this past May:
A young architect at a prestigious Chicago firm, Bethany Quinn has built a life far removed from her trailer park teen years. Until an interruption from her estranged mother reveals that tragedy has struck in...
December 14, 2012
Winner Winner, Chicken Dinner
Thanks for sharing your favorite Christmas songs on Wednesday and Thursday. There were a couple I’d never heard of before. It’s always fun to discover new Christmas music!
This week’s prize package included:
A Crooner Christmas (despite the lackluster cover, this has a great lineup of music)
Wildflowers from Winter by Katie Ganshert
Accidentally Amish by Olivia Newport
A Bride Sews with Love in Needles, California by Erica Vetsch
Sandwich with a Side of Romance by Krista Phillips
Central Park Rendez...
December 11, 2012
Christmas Music
Today’s Giveaway Includes:
A Crooner Christmas (despite the lackluster cover, this has a great lineup of music)
Wildflowers from Winter by Katie Ganshert
Accidentally Amish by Olivia Newport
A Bride Sews with Love in Needles, California by Erica Vetsch
Sandwich with a Side of Romance by Krista Phillips
Central Park Rendezvous by Kim Vogel Sawyer, Ronie Kendig, Dineen Miller, and MaryLu Tyndall
Without further ado, let’s hightail it to Peaks and talk to my two leading ladies about Christmas music.
Fir...
