> This week, theChristian Fiction Blog Allianceis introducing Saint’s RoostSundowners (September 20, 2009) byTerry BurnsABOUT THE AUTHOR: Terry has over 30 books in print, including work in a dozen short story collections and four non-fiction books plus numerous articles and short stories. His last book Beyond the Smoke is a 2009 winner of the Will Rogers Medallion for best youth …
>CAFE SPECIAL OF THE WEEK – Turkey Spaghetti
> Well, it’s inevitable. Thanksgiving’s over, and chances are, you may still have leftover turkey lurking in the fridge, daring you to come up with something more creative than a slice of turkey and Swiss on rye. If so, here’s a dish to change things up, and one of the nice things about it is that you can make this …
>Fiction Marketing Seminar in Dallas
>Me? Marketing? It’s not an endeavor that I thought would be critical in my writing career, let alone my life. Apparently it is. And I think it’s something I’m going to love once I get the hang of it. I took a step of faith this past weekend and went to The Master Seminars first fiction marketing workshop taught by …
>CAFE SPECIAL OF THE WEEK – Cranberry Salad
>You either love cranberries or you don’t. Today’s special, though, is not the gelatinous burgundy stuff you get from a can (although I personally like it, too). Matter of fact, people who don’t even think they like cranberries love this family favorite. And with Thanksgiving just around the corner, it’s time to pull out those “must have” recipes for the …
>WHAT THE BAYOU SAW by Patti Lacy up on CFBA Along with Review and Giveaway
> This week, theChristian Fiction Blog Allianceis introducing What The Bayou SawKregel Publications (March 24, 2009)byPatti LacyABOUT THE AUTHOR: Though Patti’s only been writing since 2005, she thinks her latest profession of capturing stories on paper (or computer files) will stick awhile. The Still, Small Voice encouraged Patti to write after a brave Irish friend shared memories of betrayal and …
>”My First Sale” Article
>A lot of people have asked me about my writing journey. Here you can read it all in the current issue of the ACFW Afictionado Ezine. Tiffany Amber Stockton did the interview and made me sound way more together than I am. ACFW is a wonderful organization where almost 2000 members learn together, cheer each other on, and promote one …
>Something Worth Noting
>A couple of brief things: Thanks for all the comments on the Coffee Cup Bible Study series! I forgot to mention that Cheryl Barker’s name was drawn last Friday. Her name has been sent to the tour coordinator, and she will be eligible for the grand prize tote bag with all the yummy books and coffee. Congratulations! ANOTHER GIVEAWAY opportunity: …
>Don’t Fence Me In
>Okay. What did you first think when you read the title of this post? Roy Rogers? If that was a yes, you’re absolutely correct! Roy sang this song while Trigger danced in the 1944 movie, Hollywood Canteen. Many other singers also recorded it over the years – Gene Autry, Kate Smith, Bing Crosby and the Andrews Sisters (together), Ella Fitzgerald, …
>CAFE SPECIAL OF THE WEEK – Smothered Chops
>My mother-in-law was one of the best cooks I’ve ever known when it came to wholesome, country cooking. We teased her about being the “Cream of the Crop” for her many wins at the county fair and her lavish spreads, even for everyday meals. Rarely did we sit down to a meal at her house and find less that six …
>CHASING LILACS Available for Pre-Order on Amazon
>Have I mentioned lately how much I’ve enjoyed the publishing process? Each phase has been like the movie Fifty First Dates – a brand new world at every turn. Most recently, I’ve been writing discussion questions for the Reader’s Guide which will be in the back of the book and providing my publisher with a list of “dream” endorsers. One …