Writing Real Good by Deborah Heal Christian fiction writers sometimes think their stories are less important than the sermons, essays, and treatises of the "serious" non-fiction writer. But imaginative writing has tremendous power to teach deep truths. For example, many, many people have come to know God through C. S. Lewis' Narnia stories. Storytelling is even an effective tool for … Continue reading Guest Post by Deborah Heal — The Power of a Story
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"Goats give milk?" asked Anthony. "And since you imported everything from Earth, why do you have weeds?" Joan just stared at Anthony for a few seconds, then said, "Follow me." She led him past a stone shed, then up to a cooler. She reached into the cooler and poured liquid into a small cup. "What's … Continue reading Nehemiah, LLC is live! Sci Fi with a hard edge and a little romance, only 99 cents!
Today we welcome author Traci Bonney. We’re talking about her writing process and her two published novels, Chantal’s Call and Brigitte’s Battle, Books 1 and 2 in The Women of Atherton series. Can you tell us a little bit about yourself? I’m a Mississippi girl with the heart of a nomad and the soul … Continue reading Guest Post: Author Traci Bonney — Of Hula Hoops, Jewelry Making and The Women of Atherton
Benny and the Bank Robber by Mary C. Findley The Benny and the Bank Robber Historical adventure series follows the tradition of Tom Sawyer, Laura Ingalls Wilder, and even more modern works like the Sugar Creek Gang. In the early 1800's Benny Richardson begins an unforgettable journey from city life in Philadelphia and eventually to the Oregon … Continue reading A Series, a Study, and a Set of Books to Change Lives
A heavy black woolen cloak shielded Tristan from the drops of rain that began to fall. He pulled up the hood over his dark, shoulder-length hair and let his light, amber-brown eyes pass into shadow. Many identical hoods drew up over heads and many collars gathered tighter. The carriage bearing his father's body moved slowly … Continue reading From The Baron’s Ring by Mary C. Findley
"What?" laughed another man listening to them. "Spend money on the moon colony? Cut into their profits? Come on!" "I'd rather have them raise our pay, anyway," The small man grabbed another carton and shoved it into place. "But I can't see them doing that, either." "They just might change their minds if enough of … Continue reading from Empire Saga: City on a Hill by Michael Findley
The building had once been the house of a Spanish nobleman. The large airy courtyard with its golden stucco walls and ornate tile paving had been converted into an outdoor kitchen. In the beautiful fountained courtyard children of various ages stirred big pots of beans, patted and stretched tortillas, and dared one another to eat … Continue reading From Send a White Rose by Mary C. Findley — Southwestern Historical Romance
Interview with Vicki Tiede Today, we welcome author Vicki Tiede and we’re talking about her latest book, When Your Husband is Addicted to Pornography: Healing Your Wounded Heart. Welcome, Vicki. This book is set up like a Bible Study. What led you to set this book into sections of time? In When Your Husband is … Continue reading Guest Post by Vicki Tiede — Interview and Her Latest Book: When Your Husband Is Addicted to Pornography: Healing Your Wounded Heart
Searching for Sara has been in the works in some form or fashion since 2001. At first it was a sequel to Broken Angel (not yet released) titled To Rachel With Love. In this version I killed the heroine, Rachel Samson, and inserted a new love interest for our grieving hero Robert Trent. This appalled my sister, who directed me … Continue reading Searching for Sara Book Launch — Guest Post by Nona King
There isn't any one magic charm that forces readers to buy your book, but certainly a great cover will at least tempt them to linger and consider. If you've already put your ebook out into cyberspace with a less-than perfect cover, it's not too late to make it better. I just ran across a site … Continue reading Dressing up for the Holidays: Free Images to Help You Make Ebook Covers
"Try this for me, would you?" he begged. "I've been working on it for years but I couldn't find the right test subject." "Ummm, what is it? I don't want any projector showing pictures of my eyeballs on the wall, thanks." "Nothing like that. Eyeglasses, for want of a better term. Please, I'll get down … Continue reading Illustrated Dodge Free Today!
Happy Thanksgiving. May you enjoy God's blessings and your family's love, and a free copy of Dodge November 22-24. http://www.amazon.com/Dodge-Tobacconist-Alexander-Legacy-ebook/dp/B009NV1DMG Plus the illustrated version is free 11/24-11/25 http://www.amazon.com/Illustrated-Tobacconist-Alexander-Legacy-ebook/dp/B009SG3WXO Here's an interview with the main character, Florizel of Bohemia. Even if you've read the book -- And if you have, why haven't you posted a review? … Continue reading Free Days for both Illustrated and Plain Versions of Dodge: Happy Thanksgiving!
The powers of observation come in many different forms. . . taste, touch, smell, hearing, seeing, and intuition. By themselves, these methods of observing our world tell us about it and help us interact with it. How they help us interact with the world around us requires more than mere observation however. It is thoroughly … Continue reading Amphibious Thoughts of the World Around Us. . . Guest post by Marilynn Dawson
It seems as though we were just in the midst of the heat of summer with its tornado and hurricane warnings, floods, and humidity so thick it sometimes felt like you could chop it with a machete. Now here we are rapidly approaching the holiday season! Whether you are celebrating by devouring luscious Thanksgiving turkey, … Continue reading Capture the Memories Guest post by Mary Anne Benedetto
I had felt so helpless, knowing a great evil had been done, and more might be contemplated, while this astounding woman had made sense of it all and fitted it into her quest. How had she known what transpired between myself and the drunken manager? She claimed she had not found me until yesterday. I … Continue reading Still free today — Oliver Twist’s Image-making Machinery
"What an amazing story! I had speculated that you must have saved his life." "I would give my life for his if I could. Do I need to save him from you?" Visha bolted out of her chair and paced the room. "Do I need to give this back to you?" She held out the … Continue reading Visha’s Antidote
The walls were patterned like glittering silver and black marble, with slender pillars spaced along the sides. Niches held blue flames behind ornate silver gratings cast in the shape of openwork doves. Black benches cushioned with blue velvet, very like church pews, were arranged facing a black velvet curtain fringed with silvery tassels. We took … Continue reading At Fagin’s Final Rest Mortuary
"This is where Doctor Twist said his professor's workshop used to be located," Kera said as we stood on the cobblestones before a large warehouse. The black-mouldy red bricks were faintly mirrored in the oily pools from an earlier rain and the sky showed fitful signs of clearing. I gazed around in the dreary shrouded … Continue reading Do Drop by Tomorrow for Tea and Mechanicals … Dodge Will Be Free
The choice St John Lytton's father gives him seems like a lose-lose situation. Even when he thinks he's found an easy path with old acquaintances, he learns his father's got a deeper plan. Culture shock doesn't stop him from trying to have a little fun. But that's when he begins to understand the seriousness of … Continue reading Review of Lord’s Love by Sophie Dawson
Sharon Srock The Women of Valley View. Ordinary women using their faith to do extraordinary things. Three dire circumstances. Three desperate prayers. One miracle to save them all. Callie Stillman is drawn to the evasive girl who's befriended her granddaughter, but the last time Callie tried to help a child, her efforts backfired. Memories of … Continue reading New Release: Callie — the Women of Valley View Series by Sharon Srock
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