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May 3, 2025
7 Reasons Miss Austen on PBS Is the Period Drama We’ve Been Waiting For
Discover why Miss Austen on PBS is the must-watch period drama of the season, from stunning costumes to a heartfelt mystery.
April 30, 2025
Ella: A Charming Amish Cinderella Retelling Filled with Heart and Apple Pie
Why This Amish Cinderella Retelling by Sarah Price Belongs on Your TBR If you love a Cinderella retelling that keeps the heart of the original while swapping magic for faith, community, and quiet strength, Ella by Sarah Price is a delightful read you won’t want to miss. Set in the serene Amish town of Echo […]
Fiction Inspired by Real Life: 5 Reasons I Wrote Half Agony, Half Hope
Discover why Half Agony, Half Hope is fiction inspired by real life, blending faith, trauma, and second chances in a powerful Christian novel.
Content Warnings in Christian Fiction: Why They Matter
Content warnings in Christian fiction are often overlooked, but they are an essential part of faithful, compassionate storytelling—especially when a novel tackles hard, real-world issues. In a genre where hope is the heartbeat, acknowledging the painful realities some readers carry with them is not just thoughtful—it’s necessary. Today, in the final post of the A […]
April 28, 2025
5 Powerful Reasons to Read A Constant Love by Tracie Peterson
A Constant Love by Tracie Peterson delivers unforgettable characters, vintage charm, and a beautiful story of healing and second chances.
Hope in Christian Fiction: 5 Beautiful Books to Encourage Your Heart
Discover 5 beautiful books about finding hope in Christian fiction, including Half Agony, Half Hope. These powerful stories will renew your faith and encourage your heart.
April 27, 2025
Expectations vs Reality: Trusting the Story God Is Writing
Explore how expectations vs reality shapes Half Agony, Half Hope. Discover Rick Wentworth’s journey of faith, healing, and how God’s better plans rewrite the story we thought we wanted.
April 25, 2025
Captain Wentworth: 6 Best Adaptations and Portrayals
6 best adaptations of Captain Wentworth from Jane Austen’s Persuasion to modern retellings like Half Agony, Half Hope by Joy Michelle Austin.
Hamilton Makes Sensational Return to Orange County in 2025
Costa Mesa, CA | Discover why HAMILTON the Philip Tour is a must-see with cast highlights.
Fiction About Male Survivors: 5 Powerful Reasons It Matters
Explore why fiction about male survivors matters—and how Half Agony, Half Hope gives voice to the unheard. A moving Christian story of trauma, faith, and quiet redemption.
