It’s been a while since I’ve posted. Sometimes life intervenes, and I’ll have some updates about what I’ve been up to soon. In the meantime, are you all loving Season 3 of Downton Abbey? Be still my heart. I adore everything Downton, especially the “downstairs” drama. And as soon as I heard about this new series, I knew I’d be …
A Change of Fortune by Jen Turano
I have a treat for you today – a book by a debut author. I love the cover and the premise and am looking forward to reading this. Hope that you’ll give it a try! This week, theChristian Fiction Blog Allianceis introducingA Change of FortuneBethany House Publishers (November 1, 2012)byJen TuranoABOUT THE AUTHOR: Jen grew up in the small town …
Let’s Talk About Home
Home. What does the word mean to you? Is it a house or a place or a state of belonging somewhere? Or to someone? A particular chair where you curl up to read a book or a dining table where laughter and good food are shared? For me, home always conjures up a time of warmth – happy memories, usually …
Broken Wings Winner and a New Offering on the CFBA
Congrats to Rachel Kulp! Random.org came up with your number as the winner of Broken Wings. For the qualifying question, I asked what book you had read recently that you enjoyed. Here’s her response: The last book was “Blink” by Ted Dekker. It made me appreciate our freedoms and the cost for spiritual and physical freedom. Thanks to everyone who …
Change of Pace – A Mystery with a Fun Twist
Sometimes I like to change it up and read something totally different from my usual fare. When I saw this book on the CFBA, I snapped it right up. I haven’t read it yet, but it looks delightful. Here’s the scoop: This week, theChristian Fiction Blog Allianceis introducingLove in DisguiseBethany House Publishers (June 1, 2012)byCarol CoxABOUT THE AUTHOR: Native Arizonan …
The 13th Tribe by Robert Liparulo
Ready for something a little different? Robert Liparulo is a talent who can really spin a yarn. Hope you’ll give his latest book a try. This week, theChristian Fiction Blog Allianceis introducingThe 13th TribeThomas Nelson (April 3, 2012)byRobert LiparuloABOUT THE AUTHOR: Best-selling novelist Robert Liparulo is a former journalist, with over a thousand articles and multiple writing awards to his …
COOKING THE BOOKS by Bonnie Calhoun
There’s only one word to describe today’s featured author: Superwoman! Bonnie is the owner of the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance which has allowed me to introduce you to many new authors. She’s the creator and owner of an online magazine, designs clothing for her own store, knows more techy stuff than you can imagine, and is a funny, giving, energetic …
Author Lisa Wingate – Giveaway of Blue Moon Bay and Dandelion Summer!
Lisa Wingate is more than a great author! She’s a fun and wonderful friend, mentor, and she grew up in the city where I now live. I had the pleasure to spend time with Lisa in Jefferson, Texas, a few weeks ago. I knew she was coming up for a blog tour on her new book, and I’m delighted that …
Don Reid of The Statler Brothers has new book – THE MULLIGANS OF MT. JEFFERSON
I’ve been a fan of the Statler Brothers ever since “Flowers on the Wall” and have been to a LOT of their concerts. I’ve grown older right along with them. A couple of years ago I learned that Don was writing books, and I did a little cheer – I feel like we’ve both pursued our writing passions when our …