New Member Intro's

[Nelson]

Hello,

I recently joined and am an author as well as avid reader. I hope to introduce everyone interested to my novel: A Terrace On The Tower Of Babel. It has several strong Christian characters and powerful end-time themes. A sweeping "names changed to protect . . ." account of the Silicon Valley/Wall Street Tech Boom by a high-level insider. (me) It is a face-paced, provocative tale not for the faint of heart. If you like Russian novels, John Steinbeck, Tom Wolfe, and a touch of Victor Hugo, you'll be sure to enjoy this unforgettable book. Anyway . . . Hi to all! http://www.nelswrites.com

[Nelson]

Thank you so much Trish. How very welcoming! I'm getting such positive response. In a most recent review by a Christian Newsletter Publisher, she said some very kindly things. But most telling, and this is beginning to be a common thread: "I just can't put it down - I don't want it to end."

I love the big story, the novels that really make you think about what it is you've witnessed during and when you're finished.

I will put A TERRACE ON THE TOWER OF BABEL up for the June 15 discussion. Thanks again.

[Lani]

*shaking my head* I don't have a resume quite as impressive as Nelson but here goes.

Hey everyone
I've been lurking for a little while and this looks like a fun and informative forum. I am new to Contemporary Christian Fiction. I love Jan Karon and I have read some Frank Peretti and some of the "Left Behind" series but not much else. When I became a Christian in 1989, I found much of C.C.fiction hoakey and poorly written. So I left the genre for biographies, Bible studies and the 19th century: Austen, the Brontes, Dickens, Gaskell, Poe etc

Anyway it was a Bible study that turned me back to CC fiction. It was Liz Curtis Higgs' Bad Girls of the Bibles. She wrote contemporary pieces for the Bible story.

Sorry I didn't mean for this to turn into a blog entry. I just wanted to say I am happy to meet ya'll and I am happy to be here.

[David]

Hello everybody,
I'm new to this group. I'm a reader and a writer. I've always favored classic literature, but I'm looking to expand into newer genres.
I have also written two novels "Future Hope ITP Book One" and Joshua and Aaron ITP Book Two". Both are futuristic with Biblical themes.
David Gelber
Future Hope: Book 1 of the ITP Series

Joshua and Aaron ITP Book Two

[Kaila]

hi. i am kaila.. im 27 sahm of a 3,2 and 9 week old... i read tons and tons of books.. i will admit my fav genre isnt christian but i love a lot of christian books also.. my favs right now are the bride collector.. bonemans daughter both by ted dekker.. and adam and monster by frank peretti.. i also love karen kingsbury, bryan davis, and dee henderson. and others im sure.

[Study375]

Hi, My name is Steve Bess. I wrote a great Christain novel called A Love Song for Bethany. Check out the website alovesongforbethany@yahoo.com Would love to hear what you think about it

[Elaine]

Hi all!

I have a novella of Inspirational Fiction on Amazon and Smashwords which might interest y'all. "The Perfect Place...or is it?"

Elaine Fields Smith, a native Texan, brings you this story which originated in a vivid dream. Spiritual guides—loved ones from the past—whisk Katie to an astral plan of ultimate knowledge. She embraces the journey, encountering famous historical masters and grabs the opportunity to ask important questions. But something is missing…and it is Katie who stumbles on the answer. With moments of laughter, joy and wonder, The Perfect Place is an uplifting experience and light (short) yet heavy (philosophical, emotional) reading.

See my website www.ridinaroundbook.com for more info.
Thanks!

[Bella]

Hi, Dani here. I have a pretty eclectic taste in books but Contemporary Christian is what inspires me and what I reach for first. I'm a mom with three small children relying mostly on the library. We are avid readers in our house so I was glad to find this forum.

[Jennifer]

Aww, thanks Trish! LOL free publicity for my group!

[Kaila]

Dani wrote: "Hi, Dani here. I have a pretty eclectic taste in books but Contemporary Christian is what inspires me and what I reach for first. I'm a mom with three small children relying mostly on the library. ..."

how old are your kids? i wont even try the library yet with mine lol

[Michele]

Hi!
My name is Michele and I'm excited to read some good books...after 20 years of NOT reading (raising kids and working), I'm just now getting back in the swing of things.
So, I'm not sure how this group or website works but I'll try and catch on! :)
Michele

[Michele]

Thanks Trish,
maybe I can catch up on next month's book...I'm trying to finish reading Healing Sands so I don't think I can read the discussion books this month. :(
Hopefully, I will finish in time for August's choice.
Michele

PS I have no idea what or who to vote for so I'll just go along with the group. I hope it's light and funny though because I could use a little of that right now! :)

[Kelly]

Hi,
I'm Kelly..Been reading lots of Karen Kingsbury over the years and am looking to branch out to other Christian Fiction (contemporary) authors. Looks like this group could help in deciding which books to read. Looking forward to future discussions and happenings.

[Karendenice]

Hi Trish. Thanks for the invitation to join this group. If it hadn't been for you I don't think that I would have ever found it on my own (mainly because there are so many groups) and because Even when I tried to find it after your invite I couldn't seem to find it anywhere. I had to go back to find your invite and track it from your link, which I appreciate your posting of it.
My name is Karen. I have only been a member of goodreads for a few months. I love reading CC books. I especially love Frank Peretti and Ted Dekker. I'm sure that I will find new and rediscover authors on here. My preferences are Christian, however I also love classics, mystery and and biographies.

[Karendenice]

Trish, are the books that you are commenting on books to read in August or to discuss in August? I have a feeling that you are pulling my leg or that I'm blind!

[Karendenice]

Trish, You are a hard task-master. LOL I'm pretty sure that I won't be able to read all three but I have added them to my to-read list. I may be able to find and read at least one from the library, if they have them. Must, must, must get off of this computer and READ!

[Luke]

Hi, I'm Luke Reynolds, and I have been very excited since 10 minutes ago when my friend told me about this website and I found this group. I will be starting my freshman year of college, but I've been interested in Christian fiction for as long as I can remember (well, at least Ted Dekker and Frank Peretti).

I'm currently getting a book published which should be released at the end of the year. Its called The Fall of Men, and its basically about gay kids looking for God in a purgatory-like world.

[Maureen]

Hi, I'm new to this group and Goodreads. I love good Christian fiction and am so glad to be here. I am looking forward to the discussions and the books.

Maureen (Caroline1)

[Terri]

Welcome Maureen(Caroline1)!! :-)

[Karendenice]

Trish, I just started Talking to the Dead. I probably sill finish it in the next day or two, it's very hard to put down. I haven't looked to see when the discussion ends or if it has already ended yet, but it sounded like such a great book that I couldn't resist. Fell asleep last nite reading it only because I had such a rough day. No AC for two days. I also got The Mountain Between Usbecause I couldn't decide between the two.

I am so thankful for having been introduced to this group. I had no idea that their were so many Christian authors out there that I have not heard about. The Christian bookstores that are close to me don't seem to have a very big selection of contemporary christian books. And the ones that they do have aren't set in current times. I like to read them also, but enjoy the current times ones better. Thanks to whoever set up this group!!

[Karendenice]

Trish, if that's the case then I will have 2 of them read. I picked the two ones that sounded the most exciting to me. Unfortunatley I have been rally busy so have not had alot of free time to read, but I'm really enjoying Talking to the Dead. Can't wait to see how it ends.

[[deleted user]]

Hello everyone,

My name is Valerie and I live in Iowa. I just became a member of Goodreads. I love to read (especially in the winter) so I thought that being on goodreads would be a good thing cause then I can keep track of the books I read.

[Terri]

Welcome Valerie!! Goodreads is a fun place and you get some REALLY good ideas for books to read!

[Karendenice]

Trish, I have that problem also. LOL

[John]

Hi Valerie. So glad you joined us. You're in good company here.

Regards,
John

[John]

I'd just like to say, I haven't spoken much, but I have been reading this group. I enjoy the updates I get in my email, and I pop over now and again to read a thread. This is by far my favorite group. There are some wonderful people here.

God bless, and thanks for letting me listen in.

John

[Lynn (love2read)]

Hi Everyone,

I'm Lynn and just heard about Goodreads yesterday and joined. I'm excited to have found this group.

I live between Cleveland and Akron Ohio.

I do most of my reading on my Kindle. So I hope that a lot of great books recommended on here come in Kindle format.

My favorite Christian fiction book that I've read this year is Redeeming Love by Francine Rivers.

Blessings,

Lynn

[Terri]

Welcome Lynn! I too do all (since December) on my Kindle also. I think you will definitely enjoy this group, and Goodreads also!

I live in San Diego, CA!

[Lynn (love2read)]

Hi Terry, I have a Kindle 1 and am anxiously waiting to get my new Kindle 3 tomorrow :) I've already sent samples of a couple of the upcoming books that are going to be read on this group in September.

This is not the right place to ask this question but I don't know how to navigate this site to well yet.

I read that the book A Suitor for Jenny is coming up to be read by the group at the end of August. But on Amazon and Barnes and Noble it says the book won't be released until the end of September. Have others gotten this book somewhere else?

[Jed]

Hi,
I am a new member and also a new author. I have a book out "Wake Up, O Sleeper". Check out my website if you would like to read the first chapter. I am a big fan of Frank Peretti and Joel Rosenberg books. Looks like a great group here!
Jed Wright

[Terri]

Welcome Jed!

[Sheeroh]

Hi everyone,
I'm a newbie, just joined the group today. I'm really excited to meet like-minded people with a similar taste for Christian fiction.
I'm looking forward to taking part in discussions in this group and making friends here :-)

[Miriam]

I just joined the group and I am hoping to be a part of the October discussions. I do a lot of reading, but isn't that why we are here. I am looking forward to the upcoming discusssions. I can't think of a better place to be than behind a good book.

[Terri]

Welcome Sheero and Miriam!!!

[Teric]

Greetings to Everyone,

I am Teric Darken, and I predominantly script Christian-oriented thrillers. I have a newly published suspense/thriller out entitled: K - I - L - L FM 100, and my second thriller, U-TURN KiLLuR, should be released in early 2011. Both of my titles are through WestBow Press.

My influences include: C.S. Lewis, Ted Dekker, Frank Peretti, and Robert Liparulo, to name a few authors of similar genre and material.

Thanks for allowing me to participate!

Teric Darken
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[Teric]

Thank you, Trish! I do feel at home here, in the Contemporary Christian Fiction section, as home is where the heart is!

Thanks for allowing me to participate.

Teric
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[John]

Hello all,

My name is John. I'm a former journalist and recently started a new career as the director of a local mentoring program for grade school kids. I'm new to Goodreads, and this is my first group. I enjoy many different genres: mystery (Sherlock is the bomb), science fiction (mostly about time travel) and Christian fiction (especially Biblical fiction). I look forward to hearing what you all are reading so I can get some more material on my Kindle.

[Amanda]

Good morning all! It's a wonderful day here in middle TN! I've been on Goodreads for a little while now, and I'm slowly but surely getting the hang of things. Please be patient with me here as sometimes it takes me a while before I understand a new site or group. :)

I'm the author of The Price of Trust ~ a Christian romance novel, and I'm working on my fifth book as we speak.

I'm currently looking for other Christian authors that would be interested in having book giveaways on my website. I like to encourage people (I'm not a critic) rather than tear them down because I don't like it when it's done to me. I like happy endings, and I cry at silly things.

That's just a little about me ~ thanks for this group. I look forward to meeting & getting to know you all better!
The Price of Trust

[Amanda]

Thank you for the warm welcome, Trish ~ and thanks for the link. Going to have to check it out!

[Teric]

Welcome, John and Amanda!

[Amanda]

Thank you, Teric! :)

[Darlene]

Hi all! I've been on Goodreads for a bit now...still feeling my way around. I am an author with my first novel, Until Forever, due for release January 25, 2011. I'm looking forward to some really good discussions and some great books!

[Amanda]

Hey Darlene! Congrats on the release of your book! :)

[Terri]

Welcome Darlene! I looked up your book---it looks like a good one!

[Darlene]

Thank you! Amanda wrote: "Hey Darlene! Congrats on the release of your book! :)"

[Darlene]

Thanks! The feedback has been great. I am very thankful to be used this way! Terri wrote: "Welcome Darlene! I looked up your book---it looks like a good one!"

[Darlene]

Trish, thank you for the welcome. I am hoping I catch on quickly. I'm looking forward to getting involved and learning much! Trish wrote: "Hi Darlene! Your book Until Forever sounds very good -I added it to my TBR list! Welcome to the group and I hope you can join in our discussions!"

[Heather]

Hello Everyone! I just found your group and am looking forward to being part of it! I've read quite a bit of Christian fiction (most of which isn't even in my "read" list) and felt pretty burned out on the genre for a while. I'm looking forward to finding some new authors and recommendations from other. I'm 36 and a Stay at Home Mom to two young boys. I'm very blessed and have so much more than I deserve! Happy New Year!!!

[Terri]

Welcome Heather! Hope your New Year is a Blessing also!

[Heather]

Terri wrote: "Welcome Heather! Hope your New Year is a Blessing also!"

There's a familiar face! How are you Terri?!