Novels for Ladies who love Jesus

My mission’s to connect Christian readers and authors! Coming soon, every week, I’ll feature an author who has a clean read polished and ready to trap you inside for hours. Someday my books will be promoted here too. But for now…

Let’s escape together!

  • Out of Sight: How Finding Your Focus Can Beat Your Fears

    The nurse removed her gloves and smiled down at me. “You’re at a two. Did the contractions just start?” “I’ve been having these since church was over.” I had sat in my gazebo all afternoon timing the irregular contractions, thinking how sweet it would be to have a baby on Mother’s Day. “We’ll wait and

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  • A Toddler Inspired Devotional

    This beautiful fall season reminded me of a series of devotionals I never finished. I called it Devotions Inspired by a Two-year-old. If you all like it, I’ll share more. The boys in the picture are really mine, and no, it wasn’t staged. Thank you, Daniel Ryan Photography for the photo. *** This morning my two-year-old

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  • New Writer Advice & Author Interview

    This week I’m sharing about my writing on Amanda Wen’s blog. I hope you’ll check out the author interview here, and let me know what you think! For those of you just starting your writer journey, here are a few things I’ve learned. Tips for New Writers Get involved with a professional organization. If you’re a

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  • Write Realistic Foreign Characters: Six Tips

      When a member of my writing group asked how to make her British character authentic, I knew just who to approach. My good friend, Rebekah Millet, has done an amazing job creating a genuine, foreign hero. And I’m thrilled to share her advice with you here!

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  • Family: Defined By Trial

    Family: Defined By Trial

    This is dedicated to all my brothers and sisters in Christ. 1991 A high school sophomore, I sit at my desk. The teacher asks the class, “How do you define family?” A twinkle in her eyes signals she’s looking forward to a good debate, but I can’t imagine a reason for conflict. I’ve read our

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  • Do You Have Fiddler Faith?

    Do You Have Fiddler Faith?

    I’m excited to share a devotional thought set in one of my favorite places—the beach! Many of you will remember the author from my post titled, Wasted Time and God’s Blessings: The Writing Dream I Ignored. In addition to his historical novels, Jack has a new devotional book out and was kind enough to allow me

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  • Summer of ’67 Movie Review

    Summer is the perfect time to catch a movie! And I’m so excited to share my thoughts on the awesome inspirational, historical movie— Summer of ’67!  You know that feeling you get when you’re reading a novel, and the words make the visual come alive before you? Almost as if endorphins have been released, you gaze

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  • Five Ways Janette Foreman’s Historical Novel Touched My Modern-Day Struggles

    At first glance, Last Chance Wife may look like any other mail-order-bride romance, but it’s so much more. This novel touched my real-life struggles at the soul level like only excellent Christian fiction can.

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  • Self-Editing: Three Quick Tips

    I’ve invited my friend and fellow contemporary inspirational author, Rebekah Millet to share some editing tips. Get to know Rebekah because you’re in for a treat when her novel is released! So be sure to sign-up for her newsletter and enter to win a $20 Amazon gift card before you go.

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  • For the Potential Christian Fiction Writer

    I began writing as a way to process my thoughts and for the joy of creating. I had no intent to share. Why would I? I didn’t even recognize I was a potential author.

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