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Fiction Friday Returns & Giveaway

The start to the semester has been hectic, but I’m back…with Fiction Friday. I’ve squeezed in time to read some really good books, and in classic Cara fashion, they are from a wide variety of genres. Truly something for every reader. Diamond in the Rough is a great example of why Jen Turano is a go-to for me. I spent ... Read More

Fiction Friday: Bookish Quotes

I love all things books. That means from time to time I like to create images that combine books and quotes. Today I’m sharing a few with you. I’d also love to know what your favorite book quote is. It’s all about bookish quotes on @cara_putman ‘s blog today. #fictionFriday #amreading #quotes Click To Tweet Fiction

You Do You…Part 1

Do you ever get a recurring message that indicates a new theme in your life?

It's like God is walking you into a place where He wants to show you part of who you are that you just haven't been able to grasp. So in His grace, He has it collide from all sides until you have to throw your hands up and say, "okay, God, I'm listening. Help me understand."

The one He seems to be asking me to embrace right now is this: You Do You.

Fiction Friday: It’s a Smorgasborg

Today I wanted to highlight a few different books. As you know, I read widely in lots of different genres. This collection of books reflects that. I’ve got a romantic suspense mixed with a rom com and a general market mystery. A little bit of this, a dash of that, and a sweetner or two. I’d love to know what ... Read More

Help Needed? Yes, Please.

A writer wears so many hats. Author. Marketer. Another job — Maybe. Family. Friend. And so much more. One of the things I’ve really been thinking about this last few weeks is how to more effectively connect with readers. Love reading? @cara_putman has a few quick questions about how you connect with readers. #amreadingClick To Tweet I read. A lot. ... Read More

If you love Jane Austen, here are 7 authors to try

If you love Jane Austen, there are several authors that you should try. Julie Klassen, Sarah Ladd, Ruth Axtell, Julianna Deering, and Carrie Turansky.

A Trip to My Publisher

This week I’ve been in Nashville with several of my author friends at an author summit at our publisher, Thomas Nelson/Harper Collins Christian Publishing. This has been a great week to connect with my buddies, editors, and marketing team. I have been geeking out on the big picture and learning so much. What do @ColleenCoble @CarrieParks @Rachkmc and @Cara_Putman have in ... Read More

Fiction Friday: Books, Sales, & Giveaway

It’s July and thatmeans the countdown to back-to-school is starting. In four weeks my three younger kids start 11th, 6th, and 4th grade. Two weeks later our oldest starts her sophomore year at Purdue. There’s so much I still want to do, but the reality is days are ticking down. But it also means many of us have some sort ... Read More

Touring the Bookstores of Florence + Giveaway

This morning, I’m sweating in Florence, Italy. It’s supposed to hit 105 degrees, without the humidity added in. It’s hard to be too miserable as long as there is plenty of shade and water. This year while I’ve taught study abroad in Florence, I’ve been popping in and out of a lot of fun bookstores. I don’t think I’d realized ... Read More

The Gift of Summer & Giveaway

As you read this, I’m recovering from jetlag from this summer’s study abroad. You know the hardest part of packing? Figuring out how many books I’ll read in the two and a half weeks and how many of those I’m willing to read on my Kindle rather than in paperback. Well, that and figuring out which clothes to take since ... Read More