Out of the Wellspring of the Heart

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“For out of the overflow of the heart the mouth speaks” (Matthew 12:34) “But the things that come out of the mouth come from the heart” (Matthew 15:18) Little Jonathan likes to sing his heart out. As he sings, my husband and I often look at each other and grin. I’ll often whisper, “We must be doing something right.” Eric …

We have a Title!

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I sent my editor a list of about 15 titles last night. From that list she narrowed it down to DEADLY EXPOSURE. I like that one! So you’ve heard it here first, folks. Check bookstores in June 2008 for a LI Suspense titled DEADLY EXPOSURE by yours truly. I have goosebumps! Now to find time to write more stories to …

Names…

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Here are some suggestions I’ve received from creative friends of mine. Which ones do you like? Does it trigger ideas? Share em! Running From ShadowsGarden of Deception (because the gardener is the red herring, and this throws more suspicion on him.)Garden of Deceit (same reason as above)Inside Out (you said Dani finds her life turned inside out in a week.) …

It sold! and Help!

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I just learned today that Steeple Hill Love Inspired Suspense wants to buy Double Image, my complete suspense. Yeah!!!! God is so good! I am thrilled to have the opportunity to work with this new editor and to see this book in print. Now for the help: my editor would like some ideas for new titles. Double Image is about …

WHOdonit

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Liza Jane turned to Brother Julian. “I believe you, sir, are the only Frenchman here. And the only person who is likely to own a Bible written in French. What do you have to say for yourself?” The monk felt his face burn with embarrassment. “Anyone could own a French Bible. Your accusations prove nothing.” He straightened his rounded shoulders …

ACFW Conference Blog Tour

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June 1st registration for the 2007 ACFW National Conference opens. In honor of that authors, editors, agents, ACFW board members, etc., are participating in a blog tour. These sites are all great for writers, and I encourage you to stop by and see what they have to say! I’ll be posting on June 9th. 1 DiAnn Mills1 Chip MacGregor , …

ACFW Bookclub

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American Christian Fiction Writers has a bookclub. Each month a different author and book are featured. The club spends that month discussing the book and then has a live on-line chat with the author at the beginning of the next month. The Book Club membership has grown in the last few weeks and is now over 350 members. In a …

Value of ACFW

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Today’s the 9th, isn’t it. If it is, I’m the person on tap to blog about American Christian Fiction Writers. One of the best things that happened to me is the day that Colleen Coble told me to join and attend the conference.I love being a member of American Christian Fiction Writers (ACFW). A key is getting to meet other …

Are Vaccines Linked to Autism?

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Starting June 11th, the Court of Federal Claims will start a test trial to determine whether the mercury contained in vaccines is directly linked to the surge in autism. I clerked for a senior judge at this court for a year after law school. It is a unique court in that the United States is always the defendant. Since 1986, …

So I’m curious

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How many of you have read the Who? posts? And did you enjoy them? Why and why not? I think they’ve been fun, but before I participate in more, I’d love your feedback. It’s a new project and I know we’re always looking for ways to make them better. 🙂 I know my sister Janna got the answer write for …