Teaming with Janette Oke on 'The Damascus Way' is like "A Family Bonding"

Olivia writes:

I am so looking forward to reading The Damascus Way – you and Janette Oke do a wonderful job of "co-authoring." Would be very interesting to know how you do that.

I really loved the Acadia Series as well. I understand that this is the final book in the series? I get so involved in the characters in the books and the history that goes along with it, and so there is always a sense of loss when a series ends.

My Response:

Yes, this was always intended as a trilogy. I too am sorry to see this end, but Janette and I both feel that we are finishing this up on a strong note. Thankfully, the initial responses from the wider audience seems to confirm our impressions.

Janette and I have now co-authored a dozen books. Our partnership has evolved over the years, but several things have been mainstays since the very beginning. We begin each project with a time of prayer. We talk about the act of service as a component of our work together. And we hold fast to our focus upon God.

This has allowed us to look beyond the petty differences that inevitably arise during the creative process. It is much like a family bonding, as we share the creative process. So long as we maintain that vital perspective, that we work in service to the family of God, there is a remarkable ability to hold our vision upon the eternal.

Lal writes:

I will pray for you and Janette for strength and God's wisdom for the work you'll do to glorify Him.

My Response:

Thanks so much, Lal. That means the world.

Nicole writes:

I got The Damascus Way for Christmas. I loved it and enjoyed reading it as much as I did the first two!  It was so neat to read it after praying for you and Miss Janette during the writing/publishing process. God answers prayer. Thank you for an enjoyable and wholesome read!

My Response:

Thank you so much, both for the lovely wishes and for the news that you enjoyed our latest story. Janette and I are particularly pleased with this one, and it is wonderful to hear that it resonates with our readers.