Cara C. Putman's Blog, page 42

Character Sheets & Audiobook Giveaways

I’m about halfway through the creation of my next book. It’s still the rough draft, really rough, but last night I was working on the cover and marketing information form. It’s a little surreal to complete details about important scenes and the characters. It’s an #audiobook #giveaway with @cara_putman. Pop by her blog and join the fun. #amreading…Click To Tweet ... Read More

Soul Care and a Free Ebook

I’m not very good at slowing down. I tend to push forward through exhaustion, writer’s block, life obstacles. I’m a pretty determined person, so it’s easy to just keep moving. This last weekend, I stepped out of life for 24 hours and spent it with two of my heart sisters. These are women who were my neighbors…and then they moved ... Read More

Wearing the Truth

I often talk about One Word and having a theme for your year. I think there is power in asking God what His word is for me. Asking Him to guide and direct me as I pursue Him in a new year. I’ll often do it through reading books and studying my Bible.  @cara_putman is sharing #oneWord Jewelry with a ... Read More

Fiction Friday: Who I am With You

Today I wanted to tell you about my friend Robin Lee Hatcher’s book. She is a masterful writer of romance and has become a go-to author for me when I’m in the mood for a contemporary romance. Who I am With You is the first in a brand new series set in Idaho. From the first page you will feel ... Read More

Fiction Friday: Mind Games & More

It’s been bitter in Indiana this week, and I’m headed to San Antonio for a quick trip for ACFW board meetings. We’ll be planning the 2019 National Conference and strategizing how to keep ACFW an effective organization for its members, aspiring and published Christian fiction authors. San Antonio is one of my favorite cities, and the ACFW board members are ... Read More

One Word 2019: Post 1

What  When I consider or meditate on BELOVED, one of my words for 2019, I keep coming back to this thought. BELOVED is really two words, Be Loved. Someone who is beloved is dearly loved by someone. That means the beloved person has to know they are loved. They have to allow themselves to be loved. To receive the love ... Read More

Fiction Friday Returns! Plus a Giveaway

It’s the start of the new year and that means I have a lot of books to catch up on sharing with you. I’ve been reading up a storm, but haven’t made the time to post about them here. So expect a steady stream of book posts — even a few with non-fiction. #FictionFriday is back with a sale and ... Read More

My Word 2019

January 1st is around the corner, and that means I’ve been praying about my word for 2019. I first started doing this probably 10-12 years ago. It’s become a way to set a theme for the year about what I think God wants to teach me. What’s your Word for 2019? @cara_putman shares hers and a #giveaway of her latest ... Read More

Christmas Giveaway Extravaganza Entry

Listen along as some of your favorite authors share special Christmas memories or holiday inspiration! Plus have a chance to win these 12 books and a $150 Amazon card! Join the 12 Authors of Christmas Giveaway. 12 books. $150 Amazon gift card. #giveaway #ameadingClick To Tweet WIN A BOOK—you have 12 chances! (US addresses only) 1. Listen to author’s FB ... Read More

When the Heart Sings tour and giveaway

Liz Tolsma is one of my go-to World War II authors. As one who writes in this era, I am extremely picky about who I’ll trust with my reading time. Liz is an expert at finding little known stories and bringing them to light with sympathetic characters that leave me rooting for them. This novel is no different. With When ... Read More