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Sharon Dunn

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After almost 27 years of marriage Sharon's beloved husband Michael passed away in 2014. Together they had a life filled with adventure, laughter and unconditional love. She considers herself blessed to have been loved that way. She has three grown children and a busy cat named Sparky.

Her love for mystery and suspense began in the fifth grade, when she found a whole set of Nancy Drew mysteries with pink covers in the school library. Sharon is the author of five humorous mysteries that were written for Christian readers. Her second book in her Ruby Taylor mystery series was voted book of the year by American Christian Fiction Writers. She has written over thirty books for Love Inspired Suspense many of which have appeared on USA Today Bestse
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Sharon Dunn Cintia, I am so honored that you asked me this question. I started trying to get published in 1991 when I was pregnant with my oldest son. He is now 2…moreCintia, I am so honored that you asked me this question. I started trying to get published in 1991 when I was pregnant with my oldest son. He is now 26.
Yes, this is a business about rejection and hearing the word "no"more than u hear the word "yes" even after u get published.

You have to write because u love to write. The pleasure has to be in making a story work. It sounds like the constant rejection kills your creativity. after my first book almost sold and then got shot down, I went to a writer's conference
and realized I could spend my whole life studying story craft and never get bored. Publication was secondary. I decided to be a student of the novel. Quilters don't quilt because they can make money at it, they quilt because it nourishes their soul. So i guess what I am saying is shift your focus a little.

Yes,there is a ton of competition and the industry seems to get turned on its head every couple of years. I can only tell u what helped me when I joined some writer organizations and a local critique group, I felt encouraged and found the cheerleaders and fellowship that buoyed me up against the rejection. U might look into ACFW (American Christian Fiction Writers) I am no longer a member but they helped me a ton when i was starting out. U do have to be careful. some critique groups can be unhealthy and be more about hurting each other rather than supporting.

Finally, do not let the rejections determine if u can write or not. U give editors too much say over your talent. Find the place inside yourself that knows you were meant to write regardless of what an editor says.

It was my pleasure to answer your questions and it was an honor. I hope it helped. Feel free to shoot me another question.

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Sharon Dunn Cheri, thank you so much for asking about the Bargain Hunters mysteries. I loved writing about Ginger and the gang. Women after my own heart. I never …moreCheri, thank you so much for asking about the Bargain Hunters mysteries. I loved writing about Ginger and the gang. Women after my own heart. I never saw a coupon I didn't like. I am so glad you liked them and even more happy you took the time to let me know. That means so much to me as a writer. Right now, there are no plans for additional books in the series. Thanks again for taking the time to write me, you made my day.(less)
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It is the question that is never answered. If God is good, why does he allow suffering and pain? In 1000 Gifts Ann Vosskamp begins to address that dilemma. Though it can never totally be answered. She talks about her son cutting his hand in a farm accident, but living and keeping the hand. That same week a neighboring farm boy dies and she recalls a brother in law who has watched two of his childr

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If you are looking to break into reading the classics without getting discouraged, this book is a great place to start. Most editions are less than a hundred pages. The central concept (exploring the dark and light sides of human nature) has been so ...more
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There is a reason why this book that explores the dual nature of a person is considered a classic. I found the book compelling and the philosophical issues it raises worthy of consideration. I would say that the book poses a question "If there were n ...more
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A very compelling story that shows the struggles of both the bio mom and the foster mom when a baby is put into the system. Powner gives the struggles of each character equal weight. Loved the touches of humor. A beautifully written story.
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“People don't comprehend God with their head - they comprehend with their soul.”
Sharon Dunn, Sassy Cinderella and the Valiant Vigilante

“Lexi is still recovering. I don’t want to overwork her. I think I want to take her back home and let her rest up for the day.”
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“It looks bleak right now, but that is what faith is about.”
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Sharon Dunn Margaret, I have started the process to put up the author profile. I could spend all day on this. I love talking about books. I think that you came up as a friend of Susan Sleeman when I went through my gmail contacts.


Margaret Chind Hey Sharon, if you're an author you know you can claim your Goodreads author profile? And you said I'm friends with a contact, who prey tell? :)


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