I started out this month with a personal challenge. I joined a group of fellow writers and set a goal of writing 50,000 words before November 30th. This a yearly challenge called NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month). This was the first time I participated, but with both kids in school, it seemed like the perfect… Continue reading 51,590 = Success!
My Writing Project for November
Every November writers around the globe sit at their computers and furiously pound out words on their keyboards. They're trying to find the elusive glory of completing NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month). It's a challenge, because it requires the participant to write 50,000 words in 30 days. My mind is boggled just looking at those… Continue reading My Writing Project for November
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Seventeen Years
Seventeen years is a long time. A lot can happen in that amount of time. Where were you seventeen years ago? Were you living in the same town you are now? Are you in the same relationship? Did you have kids? Were you even thinking about having kids? I know I wasn’t. Seventeen years ago… Continue reading Seventeen Years
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Book Review: Love’s Awakening
I first discovered Laura Frantz's books several years ago. Our local Lifeway offered her debut book, The Frontiersman's Daughter, which is now my all-time favorite book, on sale. I still remember the night I finished reading TFD. It was the first time I had contacted an author. At the time, I wasn't writing professionally, but… Continue reading Book Review: Love’s Awakening
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Book Review: A Home for My Heart
Book Cover: Sadie Sillsby works as the assistant to the matron at the Raystown Home for Orphan and Friendless Children and dreams of the day she’ll marry her beau, Blaine. But when the matron surprises everyone by announcing her own engagement, Sadie is suddenly next in line for the job. For a young woman who… Continue reading Book Review: A Home for My Heart
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Book Review: Made to Last
Back Cover:Miranda Woodruff has it all. At least, that's how it looks when she's starring in her homebuilding television show, From the Ground Up. So when her network begins to talk about making cuts, she'll do anything to boost ratings and save her show--even if it means pretending to be married to a man who's… Continue reading Book Review: Made to Last
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Book Review: Rebellious Heart
In April, I reviewed Jody Hedlund's book, A Noble Groom, and commented that I had read it in four days. I couldn't put her book down. It is easily one of the best books I have read this year. So, when Bethany house contacted me about reviewing her new book, Rebellious Heart, I didn't hesitate… Continue reading Book Review: Rebellious Heart
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Writing and Selling the Great American Novel
FICTION COURSE INTERVIEW Janice Thompson: booksbyjanice@aol.com Janice, I understand you’re about to debut a brand new book for novelists. Why veer from your usual comedic writing to put together a book for writers? Because I love writers! I’ve always had a heart for novelists and want to do every thing I can to help… Continue reading Writing and Selling the Great American Novel
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A Special Surprise
After months of prayer today finally arrived. My kids woke up bright eyed and ready for their first day of school. I knew they were covered in prayer, so as a mother, I held back on my worries and instead focused on preparing lunches and giving kisses. As the big yellow bus rolled to stop,… Continue reading A Special Surprise
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My Silver Bracelet
Two and half weeks ago I received a silver bracelet. It is not fancy, but rather very plain. Since putting it on I have had several people ask me if it is a hospital bracelet, so I suppose it bears a strong resemblance. Each time, it has been a privilege to share the reason I… Continue reading My Silver Bracelet
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