Today it’s my pleasure to introduce you to my friend Amy Matayo. One of the joys of writing is meeting really interesting people and Amy is one of those. Her debut novel, just released. I’ve got it on my iPad, ready to read the next time I get a break. The concept is clever and I can’t wait to dive into …
They Won the Lotto and Didn’t Tell: Guest Post
I love to introduce y’all to my writer friends. Today Nicole Quigley has stopped by with a fun story about faith and family. Her debut Young Adult Novel Like Moonlight at Low Tide is a finalist in the ACFW Carol Award and is getting rave reviews. Without further ado, here’s Nicole! Cara is a great storyteller, and so I thought …
Story Behind the Book: Grace’s Pictures by Cindy Thomson
Today I’m delighted to have my friend Cindy Thomson join me. Cindy has been a good friend to me. Here’s one example. When I wrote A Promise Forged, I had to write baseball scenes since the book is set in the All American Girls Professional Softball League. Have I ever mentioned that I really don’t like baseball? Well, Cindy loves …
A Baby Changes Everything: Cynthia Ruchti
It is my pleasure and delight to share my blog with my friend and to share my friend with you. Cynthia Ruchti is a delightful person, one I wish I lived much closer to so that we could spend hours talking, brainstorming, and encouraging each other. Fortunately there are phones — even though it is not the same. Cynthia is …
Guest Post: Speaking Blessings over Our Kids
I am absolutely delighted today to bring you a guest post from my friend Carey Scott. Her husband and I got to know each other through a small critique group in ACFW when I first started writing in 2005. I’m always looking for new tools and encouragement as I parent my kiddos. Here’s Carey: “Sara, you’re beautiful and smart… and …
Show v. Tell: 4 Tips from Author Jordyn Redwood
Today I’m delighted to have Jordyn Redwood join me with a guest post on how to write show v. tell. As you’ll see below, this is something I believe she did with excellence in her new novel Poison. It’s also why I asked her if she’d like to write a post to share. Without further ado, here’s Jordyn: Because the …
Pressing the “Hot Buttons”
Today I’m delighted to turn over my blog to my good writing bud Nicole O’Dell. I love her heart for tweens and teens. And my daughter adores her writing. Today she’s here to share a bit about a new series of books I’m excited to see…these books explore Hot Button issues. The ones we as parents can’t ignore and the ones …
Do you let God use your pain? Wildflowers from Winter Giveaway
My friend Katie Ganshert is celebrating the release of her novel Wildflowers from Winter. The premise is that God can take our pain and turn it into beauty — sometimes unexpected. And I’m thrilled to add that her publisher will send a copy of her debut novel to one of the commenters, so be sure to let me know how …
Faith and sock heels: Guest Post by Allie Pleiter
I’m often asked where my story-lines come from, how I pull my unusual plot lines out of the mist of my muse. I know people are looking for some stunning formula, some admirable technique, but I haven’t got one. I just pull on a thread and start unraveling, following where it leads. I was standing in the First Division Museum …
Stories I had to Share: by Tricia Goyer
I am delighted today to have my dear writing friend Tricia Goyer join us. We share a passion for World War II. Today she’s here to tell us about a new book and her passion. Here’s Tricia.I never thought twice about World War II. A stay-at-home mom, I enjoyed writing about parenting. With three kids under ten, I had plenty …