Any member of the group a Christian writer/author?

[Steve]

I am new to the group and was wondering if any one else in here writes in the CF genre. I am new at that also as I have just published my first book.

[Carlene]

Welcome! Lots of avid readers are also writers--I am. I've found the Goodreads giveaway is an excellent way to make people aware of your work.

[Jean]

Welcome to Goodreads where everyone loves books! I am an author and have found it good to communicate with people who enjoy reading. Of course, I hope that they will read my book, but it's just really good to read their comments on other books. The people on Goodreads don't just read the best seller books, but also read new releases that appeal to them. And as an author it's good to get to know the people you are hoping to reach with your novel.Chapter 29 Revisited

[Carrie]

Hey Steve! I'm also a Christian author writing in the Inspirational Fiction genre.

[Evelynn]

I am an aspiring writer, if that counts! I've been writing for almost 7 years, mostly historical fiction and Christian historical fiction. I hope to get published someday.... Although I have been published in a youth magazine twice, a third time coming in June.

[Carlene]

Evelynn wrote: "I am an aspiring writer, if that counts! I've been writing for almost 7 years, mostly historical fiction and Christian historical fiction. I hope to get published someday.... Although I have been p..."

If you have a completed manuscript, you could submit it to my publisher at http://www.prismbookgroup.com/submiss... . I've found Prism easy to work with, and they welcome Christian fiction.

[Mesu]

Hi y'all! I'm a Christian fiction author with two books out and a third to release in March 2013 (Revell), all biblical fiction. It's tough to keep up with the discussions here, but I try to pop in occasionally and especially take notice if someone chats about a book in my specific genre. The road to publication is different for everyone but seldom an easy one. And STAYING published isn't a promise either? ha! Blessings on y'all!

[Catherine]

Welcome, Steve. I have two inspirational romances out - Spring for Susannah and Through Rushing Water.

[Jason]

Hello Everyone - My new short novel has been out for a couple weeks now. I'd love some first impressions and feedback. Once you take a look, if you know of any books that are in the same vein I'd like to know about them. Thanks!

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00AKYJR1Y
http://www.facebook.com/riverwayhome
http://www.jasonwellnitz.com/
http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/16...

[Carlene]

Daughter of the King, which I co-authored with Sharon Faucheux, is in the Goodreads Giveaway program through December 31st. Sign up to win a signed copy! I'm hoping Goodreads will someday sponsor eBook giveaways in addition to print books. Considering my hearty reading appetite, I'd go broke trying to buy all those hard copies.

[Evelynn]

Carlene wrote: "Evelynn wrote: "I am an aspiring writer, if that counts! I've been writing for almost 7 years, mostly historical fiction and Christian historical fiction. I hope to get published someday.... Althou..."

Thanks Carlene! I'll check it out!

[Len]

Hey everyone! My Christian thriller, The Incubus, is FREE until the 24th! Please grab a copy at http://amzn.to/NJ0AIL and help spread the word! :)

[Wendy]

I am a novelist and non-fiction author. I write Inspirational Romantic Suspense/Adventure and Christian non-fiction. My novel, Picking up the Pieces, recently came out in Kindle format on Amazon but is also available in trade paperback as well as all e-book venues.
http://alturl.com/zkxer

My non-fiction, Turning on the Light - Finding your Sweet Place in the Spirit, has recently been published and is also available on Amazon.com. http://alturl.com/zkxer

[Tammy]

Hi All :-)
I just joined this group. I have 3 published (CF) novels - all historical...Westerns with sweet romance. Recently they released for eReaders, and the 3rd (CELTIC KNOT) is on sale for 99¢ until January 2nd!

I'm also an avid reader and a review for The Christian Pulse. I look forward to finding ideas for new books to read!Tammy Doherty

[Wendy]

I just found out that my novel, Picking up the Pieces, is a finalist.
http://alturl.com/uvxiz

[Steve]

Wendy wrote: "I just found out that my novel, Picking up the Pieces, is a finalist.
http://alturl.com/uvxiz"

That is wonderful for you, Wendy. Congratulations and best of luck with the outcome!----Steve Corley

[Julie]

Hi, I'm a Christian fiction author too. I have three Christian suspense/mystery novels published, called the Dinah Harris Trilogy. At the moment we are giving away 50 free copies at my blog www.juliecave.com - if you love Christian thrillers and would like a free book, please come visit me!

[Bernice]

Steve wrote: "I am new to the group and was wondering if any one else in here writes in the CF genre. I am new at that also as I have just published my first book."

Hi Steve,
I did not set out to write my book for the Christian audience, but am finding that people of faith are responding to my first book, Until the Robin Walks on Snow, released in September. It happens to be free today and tomorrow (Dec 30-31) on Amazon Kindle.

[Pam]

With the upcoming release of my second book, The World at War, I am looking for bloggers willing to host me for a book spotlight, book review, author interview, guest blog, etc for the month of February 2013. I'm looking for a different blogger for each day of the month. If you are interested please send me a message. Thanks so much.

[Nicole]

I am a new author, publishing my first book at the end of January. It's inspirational fiction. Can you tell me how I might get my book out for free in order to get goodreads reviews? I've seen authors do it, I am just not sure how:) Thank you!
http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/17...

[CarolynB]

Nicole, I can't answer your question, but I looked at the link to your book and it looks really interesting. I hope you'll find out how to accomplish what you want to do. I'd say "good luck" with your first book, but we all know there's no such thing as luck. Blessings!

[Carlene]

Nicole wrote: "I am a new author, publishing my first book at the end of January. It's inspirational fiction. Can you tell me how I might get my book out for free in order to get goodreads reviews? I've seen auth..."

Are you referring to the Goodreads giveaways? After you register yourself as a Goodreads author, go to your dashboard, scroll down, and you'll see "giveaways" on the left side of the screen. Click there and you'll be shown a wizard that walks you through the process. It's not as hard as I may have made it sound! After the giveaway is done, the recipient of your (printed) book is morally obligated to write a review, but not all do so.

[Jean]

Last month I gave away ten books on a Goodreads giveaway, but only one person has written a review. I was really disappointed that there wasn't more of a response. Possibly the book was just added to a stack of "to be read books" that the people already had. It was my understanding that about 60% of the people who received the free book would write a review. Maybe I am too impatient and haven't given everyone enough time. But I am certainly not sorry that I ran the giveaway because it does give your book exposure to lots of people who although they may not "win" a book at least are aware that the book is available. My cost to send out each book was $5.50 (my cost of the book plus first class postage) and maybe I could have had the same exposure if I had only offered one or two on the giveaway as my total cost was over $50. Anyway, I am still believing for more reviews that might show up sometime in the future. Chapter 29 Revisited

[Carlene]

Jean wrote: "Last month I gave away ten books on a Goodreads giveaway, but only one person has written a review. I was really disappointed that there wasn't more of a response. Possibly the book was just adde..."

I think the number of books to put into each giveaway depends on the author's goal(s). I've had the same/more response when offering one book as when offering 2-3. Obviously, if the primary goal is to be read - more is better.

[Steve]

I recently gave away 5 books. I used the book rate from the USPS and it was much cheaper (except to the lady from Australia that won.)

[Carlene]

I've found US Post Ofc much cheaper than UPS, especially when sending books outside the United States.

[Mary]

Hi...I'm new to goodreads. It all looks fun and interesting. Cool to see so many books that I've read over the years. My debut novel is "Winter's Past"--a story of 2nd chances. It's nice to meet all of you! http://www.maryehanks.com

[Christine]

I am a published author, with my second book being released this spring. My debut novel, Shadowed in Silk has won 2 awards and finalled in a third. The sequel to this book is Captured by Moonlight and will be released first as an ebook Fe. 15, and in a paper-back book May 15.

[Anastasia]

Hi everybody! I'm a Christian author with a 3-part suspense/romance series on international human trafficking. All three are amazon bestsellers, which is really exciting (to me anyway!).
The books are:



I've also got a non-fiction series on chronic health problems coming out soon. You can check out my video on the Sick & Tired series on my website, www.kimberlyrae.com!

[Mona]

Happy Saturday, all. Yes, I write historical fiction for WaterBrook Multnomah. All four books are out in The Sinclair Sisters of Cripple Creek Series (1890s mining camp). My next series, The Quilted Heart novellas, launch this Tuesday with Dandelions on the Wind (1865 Missouri). An exclusive eBook.
You can see covers and watch a seriers trailer on my website: www.monahodgson.com. Blessings, Mona

[Valerie]

And I'm blogging today, Feb. 16th, on Petticoats and Pistols, plus giving books away. Check it out!
Valerie Hansen

[Anne]

Hi everyone! I have a couple of free reads I'd like to mention. Reservations for Two (Christian Romance) will be free on Amazon Sunday through Tuesday, February 17-19, 2013: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00B36DDUE/

I also have a Christian Suspense short story, Dangerous Deception, free on Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Dangerous-Decep...

[Evelynn]

My third true Christian short story is coming out June 22nd, in Guide magazine, which is a magazine directed towards young Christians ages 8-14. I'm starting out small, hopefully working towards getting a full novel published; my friend and I are working on one together.

[Adrienna]

Yes. I write nonfiction. Here are some of my titles you may want to check out.
God Is in the Equation
Desire at Will (Which are available in both eBook and Book versions).

This one is only available via eBook and on my sites or through me. Unleashing the Spirits

Websites: www.adriennaturner.webs.com or www.dream4more.webs.com (Dream Store)

Currently, working on an apocalyptic thriller.

[T.C.]

Yessiree. I just had my first book published too. I write Christian YA fantasy. My first series is called the Angelman series, about the Nephilim. Check out my website for more info!

http://protectthecause.weebly.com/the...

Thanks!

[Adrienna]

T.C. wrote: "Yessiree. I just had my first book published too. I write Christian YA fantasy. My first series is called the Angelman series, about the Nephilim. Check out my website for more info!

http://pr..."

Wow I will be writing a similar series but more so about the Watchers (which we know slept with women and their offspring were Nephilims). Another author who deals with this is Invisible Enemies

[Light Messages]

Adrienna wrote: "T.C. wrote: "Yessiree. I just had my first book published too. I write Christian YA fantasy. My first series is called the Angelman series, about the Nephilim. Check out my website for more inf..."

These both sound like good reads!

[Light Messages]

Evelynn wrote: "My third true Christian short story is coming out June 22nd, in Guide magazine, which is a magazine directed towards young Christians ages 8-14. I'm starting out small, hopefully working towards ge..."

Congratulations! Keep on keeping on...

[Light Messages]

Author David Kovach recently published the Christian suspense novel, Five Days of Fear, which as received great reviews! The ebook version was picked as a Hot 100 for March on Kindle and his paperback was just picked up for in-store placement at B&N.

One more piece of evidence that Christian fiction can be every bit as good (and better) as anything else out there.

[Adrienna]

Light Messages wrote: "Evelynn wrote: "My third true Christian short story is coming out June 22nd, in Guide magazine, which is a magazine directed towards young Christians ages 8-14. I'm starting out small, hopefully wo..."

Thanks...right now working on Miss the Mark Series. On book 5 out of 7, once completed may work on the next compilation of series.

[Evelynn]

Light Messages wrote: "Evelynn wrote: "My third true Christian short story is coming out June 22nd, in Guide magazine, which is a magazine directed towards young Christians ages 8-14. I'm starting out small, hopefully wo..."

Thank you! I will!

[Heather]

I have a series that is Christian allegorical fantasy for middle grades or young adult. A Light In the Darkness and To Light The Path are the first two books. I'll also be releasing a new series this year where the main characters are given powers by the Holy Spirit to fight evil. A sort of modern super heroes adventure, but with the power of God behind them. You can watch for all my titles here: http://heathersutherlin.com/my-books/

[Adrienna]

Heather, it sounds familiar to a series I just reviewed and read the first two of three: Mists of Darkness: Book Two of the Mist Trilogy

[Jake]

I've written an epic fantasy novel called The Punishment of the Gods, it is available on Amazon.com. I'm currently working on a prequel and a sequel to it. It's available here:

http://www.amazon.com/Punishment-Gods...

If you have Amazon Prime, you can borrow it from their lending library for free.

[Wendy]

Where Raiders of the Lost Ark and Romancing the Stone meet the Holy Spirit. http://www.pickingupthepiecesbook.com/

[Valerie]

Wendy wrote: "Where Raiders of the Lost Ark and Romancing the Stone meet the Holy Spirit. http://www.pickingupthepiecesbook.com/"

Now that sounds interesting!
Val

[T.C.]

Wendy wrote: "Where Raiders of the Lost Ark and Romancing the Stone meet the Holy Spirit. http://www.pickingupthepiecesbook.com/"

That sounds awesome. Great way to promote it!

[Kathy]

I'm finishing up a new story about a young adult around whom healings start to take place. The book will be released in August 2013. Get a sneak preview of the cover and sign up for constant updates as they unfold, about this uplifting novella.

An Invisible Hand by Kathy Golden

Thanks for visiting.

[Cynthia]

Wow, it's so exciting to see so many Christian authors. A whole new level of inspiration just hit me!

My name is Cynthia Marcano and I have just published my first fictional novel called Eyes On Him: Spring Love. Its a YA Romance.

I look forward to getting to know you all better and in turn supporting your work!

[Jake]

Hi, I've written an epic fantasy novel for adults entitled The Punishment of the Gods. It is written from a Christian worldview, but the Christian themes are intentionally subtle. It is available for free on Amazon.com today. If you are looking for a serious fantasy novel with Christian themes, please check it out. I am currently working on a prequel for it, and I intend to write a sequel eventually.

It can be downloaded here:

http://www.amazon.com/Punishment-Gods...