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The Seven Prayers God Always Answers by Jason Frenn

2011-12-06T18:43:00.003-06:00

About The Book:The Seven Prayers God Always Answers by Jason Frenn What prayer do you want answered? If you could sit down with God over a cup of coffee, how would you respond if He asked you, “What do you want me to do for you?” What would you ask? The author believes these questions could usher in the greatest breakthrough of the reader’s life. He believes that God desires to answer prayer. Yes

2011-11-25T09:00:00.000-06:00

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing A Marriage Carol Moody Publishers (September 1, 2011) by Chris Fabry and Gary Chapman ABOUT THE AUTHORS:CHRIS FABRY is a graduate of W. Page Pitt School of Journalism at Marshall University and Moody bible Institute's Advanced Studies Program. Chris can be heard daily on Love Worth Finding, featuring the teaching of the late

2011-11-23T09:16:00.001-06:00

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing Promise Brides Barbour Books (November 1, 2011) by S. Dionne Moore ABOUT THE AUTHOR:S. Dionne Moore resides in South Central PA with her family. She is a weekly contributor to The Borrowed Book where she posts tips on the writing life, recipes, and teaches on various writing-related subjects. In addition to writing cozy

2011-11-23T09:16:00.000-06:00

2011-11-18T07:25:00.000-06:00

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing Long Trail Home Moody Publishers; New Edition edition (November 1, 2011) by Vickie McDonough ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Vickie McDonough is an award-winning author of twenty-four books and novellas. Her books have won the Inspirational Reader’s Choice Contest, Texas Gold, the ACFW Noble Theme contest, and she has been a multi-year

2011-11-16T07:21:00.000-06:00

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing Shadowed In Silk WhiteFire Publishing (September 1, 2011) by Christine Lindsay ABOUT THE AUTHOR:Christine Lindsay writes historical Christian inspirational novels with strong love stories. She doesn’t shy away from difficult subjects such as the themes in her debut novel SHADOWED IN SILK which is set in India during a

2011-11-11T08:34:00.000-06:00

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing Proof of Heaven William Morrow Paperbacks (November 1, 2011) by Mary Curran Hackett ABOUT THE AUTHOR:Mary Curran Hackett is the mother of two children, Brigid Claire and Colm Francis, and is married to Greg Hackett. She received an MA in English Literature from the University of Nebraska and a BA from the University Honors

2011-11-10T08:34:00.000-06:00

2011-11-09T08:29:00.000-06:00

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing Valley of Dreams Bethany House (November 1, 2011) by Lauraine Snelling ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Award-winning and best selling author Lauraine Snelling began living her dream to be a writer with her first published book for young adult readers, Tragedy on the Toutle, in 1982. She has since continued writing more horse books for young

A Lasting Impression by Tamera Alexander

2011-11-03T18:46:00.001-05:00

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing A Lasting Impression Bethany House (November 1, 2011) by Tamera Alexander ABOUT THE AUTHOR:Tamera Alexander is the best-selling author of Rekindled, Revealed and Remembered, the critically acclaimed Fountain Creek Chronicles historical series with Bethany House Publishers. Her second historical series, Timber Ridge Reflections

Maggie's Journey by Lena Nelson Dooley

2011-11-02T06:43:00.000-05:00

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing Maggie's Journey Realms (October 4, 2011) by Lena Nelson Dooley ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Award-winning author, Lena Nelson Dooley, has more than 675,000 books in print. She is a member of American Christian Fiction Writers http://www.acfw.com/ and president of the local chapter, DFW Ready Writers. She’s also a member of Christian

The 13th Demon by Bruce Hennigan

2011-10-28T07:40:00.000-05:00

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing The 13th Demon Realms (October 4, 2011) by Bruce Hennigan ABOUT THE AUTHOR:Bruce Hennigan was born and raised in the isolated countryside of Shreveport, La., a place full of possibilities for the active mind of a young boy. The fertile imagination he cultivated while playing deep in the Louisiana woods would lead to a lifelong

Attracted to Fire by DiAnn Mills

2011-10-26T07:38:00.000-05:00

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing Attracted to Fire Tyndale House Publishers, Inc. (October 1, 2011) by DiAnn Mills ABOUT THE AUTHOR: DiAnn Mills believes her readers should “Expect an Adventure.” She is a fiction writer who combines an adventuresome spirit with unforgettable characters to create action-packed novels. Her books have won many awards through

Wonderland Creek by Lynn Austin

2011-10-20T11:01:00.001-05:00

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing Love on the Line Bethany House (October 1, 2011) by Deeanne Gist ABOUT THE AUTHOR:After a short career in elementary education, Deeanne Gist retired to raise her four children. Over the course of the next fifteen years, she ran a home accessory and antique business, became a member of the press, wrote freelance journalism for

Love On The Line by Deeanne Gist

2011-10-19T10:58:00.000-05:00

Reclaiming Lily by Patty Lacy

2011-10-13T14:15:00.000-05:00

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing Reclaiming Lily Bethany House (October 1, 2011) by Patti Lacy ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Patti Lacy, Baylor graduate, taught community college humanities until God called her to span seas and secrets in her novels, An Irishwoman's Tale and What the Bayou Saw.The secrets women keep and why they keep them continue to enliven Patti's gray

A Wedding Invitation by Alice Wisler

2011-10-12T14:14:00.000-05:00

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing A Wedding Invitation Bethany House (October 1, 2011) by Alice Wisler ABOUT THE AUTHOR:Alice was born in Osaka, Japan in the sixties. Her parents were Presbyterian career missionaries. As a young child, Alice loved to walk down to the local stationer's store to buy notebooks, pencils and scented erasers. In her room, she

2011-10-07T11:04:00.000-05:00

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing House of Secrets Bethany House (October 1, 2011) by Tracie Peterson ABOUT THE AUTHOR:Tracie Peterson is the bestselling, award-winning author of more than 85 novels.She received her first book contract in November, 1992 and saw A Place To Belong published in February 1993 with Barbour Publishings' Heartsong Presents. She wrote

The Mercy by Beverly Lewis

2011-10-05T11:12:00.002-05:00

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing The Mercy Bethany House (September 6, 2011) by Beverly Lewis ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Beverly's first venture into adult fiction is the best-selling trilogy, The Heritage of Lancaster County, including The Shunning, a suspenseful saga of Katie Lapp, a young Amish woman drawn to the modern world by secrets from her past. The book is

Dangerous Mercy by Kathy Herman

2011-09-30T08:00:00.000-05:00

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing Dangerous Mercy David C. Cook (October 1, 2011) by Kathy Herman ABOUT THE AUTHOR:Suspense novelist Kathy Herman is very much at home in the Christian book industry, having worked five years on staff at the Christian Booksellers Association (CBA) in Colorado Springs, Colorado, and eleven years at Better Books Christian Center

Captive Trail by Susan Page Davis

2011-09-28T14:54:00.000-05:00

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing Captive Trail Moody Publishers (September 1, 2011) by Susan Page Davis ABOUT THE AUTHOR:From Susan: I've always loved reading, history, and horses. These things come together in several of my historical books. My young adult novel, Sarah's Long Ride, also spotlights horses and the rugged sport of endurance riding, as does the

Naomi's Gift by Amy Clipston

2011-09-23T08:00:00.000-05:00

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing Naomi's Gift Zondervan (September 12, 2011) by Amy Clipston ABOUT THE AUTHOR:From Amy:A native of New Jersey, I’ve been writing for as long as I can remember. I often joke that my fiction writing “career” began in elementary school as I wrote and shared silly stories with a close friend.In 1991, I graduated from high school,

Here's To Friends by Melody Carlson

2011-09-21T15:09:00.000-05:00

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing Here’s to Friends David C. Cook (September 1, 2011) by Melody Carlson ABOUT THE AUTHOR:Over the years, Melody Carlson has worn many hats, from pre-school teacher to youth counselor to political activist to senior editor. But most of all, she loves to write! Currently she freelances from her home. In the past eight years, she

The Doctor's Lady by Jody Hedlund

2011-09-16T11:12:00.002-05:00

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing The Doctor's Lady Bethany House (September 1, 2011) by Jody Hedlund ABOUT THE AUTHOR:Jody has written novels for the last 18 years (with a hiatus when her children were young). After many years of writing and honing her skills, she finally garnered national attention with her double final in the Genesis Contest, a

Wings Of A Dream by Anne Mateer

2011-09-13T18:04:00.001-05:00

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing Wings of A Dream Bethany House (September 1, 2011) by Anne Mateer ABOUT THE AUTHOR: While I have been writing for what feels like my whole life, I began seriously studying the craft in 2000. Since then I have completed five novels, had several pieces published in local periodicals, attended six writing conferences and managed

To Have And To Hold by Tracie Peterson and Judith Miller

2011-09-09T07:30:00.000-05:00

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing To Have and to Hold Bethany House (September 1, 2011) by Tracie PetersonandJudith Miller ABOUT THE AUTHORS:Tracie Peterson is the bestselling, award-winning author of more than 85 novels. She received her first book contract in November, 1992 with Barbour Publishings' Heartsong Presents. She wrote exclusively with Heartsong

A Whisper of Peace by Kim Vogel Sawyer

2011-09-07T07:39:00.000-05:00

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing A Whisper of Peace Bethany House (September 1, 2011) by Kim Vogel Sawyer ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Kim Vogel Sawyer is the author of fifteen novels, including several CBA and ECPA bestsellers. Her books have won the ACFW Book of the Year Award, the Gayle Wilson Award of Excellence, and the Inspirational Readers Choice Award. Kim is

The Survivor by Shelley Shepard Gray

2011-09-02T09:14:00.002-05:00

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing The Survivor Avon Inspire; Original edition (August 30, 2011) by Shelley Shepard Gray ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Shelley Shepard Gray is the beloved author of the Sisters of the Heart series, including Hidden, Wanted, and Forgiven. Before writing, she was a teacher in both Texas and Colorado. She now writes full time and lives in

Thunder In The Morning Calm by Don Brown

2011-08-31T08:32:00.000-05:00

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing Thunder in the Morning Calm Zondervan (August 2, 2011) by Don Brown ABOUT THE AUTHOR: DON BROWN, a former U.S. Navy JAG Officer, is the author of Zondervan’s riveting NAVY JUSTICE SERIES, a dynamic storyline chronicling the life and adventures of JAG officer ZACK BREWER. After TREASON, his first novel in the NAVY JUSTICE

Ransome's Quest by Kaye Dacus

2011-08-24T11:37:00.003-05:00

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing Ransome’s Quest Harvest House Publishers (August 1, 2011) by Kaye Dacus ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Humor, Hope, and Happily Ever Afters! Kaye Dacus is the author of humorous, hope-filled contemporary and historical romances with Barbour Publishing and Harvest House Publishers. Kaye Dacus (KAY DAY-cuss) is an author and editor who has been

Interview with Gina Holmes

2011-08-19T10:40:00.001-05:00

Gina Holmes is the bestselling author of Crossing Oceans and the newly released novel, DRY AS RAIN. She's the founder of Novel Rocket, (formerly Novel Journey), a registered nurse, wife and mother who makes her home in Southern Virginia. You can learn more about her at http://www.ginaholmes.com/ Your debut novel hit ECPA, Amazon, PW and CBA bestsellers list (

Interview with Gina Holmes

2011-08-19T08:00:00.003-05:00

Dancing On Glass by Pamela Binnings Ewen

2011-08-17T08:00:00.001-05:00

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing Dancing on Glass B&H Books (August 1, 2011) by Pamela Ewen ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Until recently retiring to write full time, Pamela Binnings Ewen was a partner in the Houston office of the international law firm of BakerBotts, L.L.P., specializing in corporate finance. She now lives just outside New Orleans, Louisiana, with her

A Most Unsuitable Match by Stephanie Grace Whitson

2011-08-12T08:43:00.000-05:00

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing A Most Unsuitable Match Bethany House; Original edition (August 1, 2011) by Stephanie Grace Whitson ABOUT THE AUTHOR: A native of southern Illinois, Stephanie Grace Whitson has lived in Nebraska since 1975. She began what she calls "playing with imaginary friends" (writing fiction) when, as a result of teaching her four

The Hardest Thing To Do by Penelope Wilcock

2011-08-10T08:41:00.001-05:00

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing The Hardest Thing Crossway Books (July 31, 2011) by Penelope Wilcock ABOUT THE AUTHOR: PENELOPE WILCOCK is a full-time author living in Hastings, Sussex, on the southeast coast of England. Her blog, Kindred of the Quiet Way, is about a simple and spiritual Christian lifestyle. Her other books in The Hawk and the Dove series are

A River To Cross by Yvonne Harris

2011-08-05T08:00:00.001-05:00

This week, theChristian Fiction Blog Allianceis introducingA River to CrossBethany House; Original edition (August 1, 2011)byYvonne HarrisABOUT THE AUTHOR:Yvonne Harris earned a BS in Education from the University of Hartford and has taught throughout New England and the mid-Atlantic. Unofficially retired from teaching, she teaches writing at Burlington County College in southern New Jersey,

Thomas Nelson Survey - Chance To Win $10,000 & Message From Beth Wiseman

2011-08-04T15:58:00.003-05:00

From Thomas Nelson:One of the highlights of our days in the Fiction department at Thomas Nelson? Receiving reader letters—either directly addressed to us or passed along from our talented authors. It’s critical to be reminded that at the end of our long days acquiring, editing, designing, selling, marketing, and publicizing books, those stories are reaching readers, striking nerves, changing

Out Of Control by Mary Connealy

2011-08-02T15:24:00.002-05:00

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing Out Of Control Bethany House; Original edition (August 1, 2011) by Mary Connealy ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Mary Connealy writes romantic comedy with cowboys. She is a Christy Award Finalist, a Carol Award Finalist and an IRCC Award finalist.The Lassoed in Texas Series, Petticoat Ranch, Calico Canyon and Gingham Mountain. Petticoat

Just A Quick Thought...

2011-08-01T08:22:00.003-05:00

This past week or so we had a couple of "bumps" to deal with. The most recent and major one being Dale (my honey :)having a painful bout of appendicitis and having to have surgery to remove his appendix. It's difficult to see someone you love, someone who never gets sick and who never complains of his aches and pains, suffering and knowing there's nothing you can do for them. But, with God's love

Veiled Rose by Anne Elisabeth Stengl

2011-07-08T08:00:00.000-05:00

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing Veiled Rose Bethany House (July 1, 2011) by Anne Elisabeth Stengl ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Anne Elisabeth Stengl makes her home in Raleigh, North Carolina, where she enjoys her profession as an art teacher, giving private lessons from her personal studio, and teaching group classes at the Apex Learning Center. She studied

Thunder of Heaven by Tim LaHaye and Craig Parshall

2011-07-07T08:35:00.000-05:00

Tim LaHaye is a New York Times bestselling author of more than 70 nonfiction books, many on biblical prophecy and end-times. He is the coauthor of the record-shattering Left Behind series and is considered one of America's foremost authorities on biblical end-times prophecyCraig Parshall serves as senior vice-president and general counsel for the National Religious Broadcasters and has authored

Lion of Babylon by Davis Bunn

2011-07-06T08:00:00.000-05:00

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing Lion of Babylon Bethany House (July 1, 2011) by Davis Bunn ABOUT THE AUTHOR:Born and raised in North Carolina, Davis left for Europe at age twenty. There he first completed graduate studies in economics and finance, then began a business career that took him to over forty countries in Europe, Africa, the Middle East and

The Protector by Shelley Shepard Gray

2011-07-01T08:00:00.000-05:00

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing The Protector Avon Inspire; Original edition (June 28, 2011) by Shelley Shepard Gray ABOUT THE AUTHOR:Shelley Shepard Gray is the beloved author of the Sisters of the Heart series, including Hidden, Wanted, and Forgiven. Before writing, she was a teacher in both Texas and Colorado. She now writes full time and lives in

Bridge To A Distant Star by Carolyn Williford

2011-06-29T09:22:00.000-05:00

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing Bridge to a Distant Star David C. Cook; New edition (June 1, 2011) by Carolyn Williford ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Carolyn Williford has authored seven books, including Jordan's Bend, Devotions for Families That Can't Sit Still, and Faith Tango, as well as numerous articles. She and her husband, Craig, live in Deerfield, Illinois, where

She Makes It Look Easy by Marybeth Whalen

2011-06-24T08:09:00.000-05:00

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing She Makes It Look Easy David C. Cook (June 1, 2011) by Marybeth Whalen ABOUT THE AUTHOR:Marybeth Whalen is the wife of Curt and mom of six children. The family lives outside Charlotte, NC. Marybeth is a member of the Proverbs 31 Ministries writing team and a regular contributor to their daily devotions. Her first novel,The

Winning Him Without Words by Lynn Donovan and Dineen Miller

2011-06-22T08:04:00.000-05:00

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing Winning Him Without Words Regal (February 15, 2011) by Lynn Donovan & Dineen Miller ABOUT THE AUTHORS: Lynn DonovanVerse: John 15:5 Apart from Me you can do nothing.Tagline: Challenging Women to Live in TruthA passionate writer and speaker, Lynn is a woman who presents a compelling message to encourage women to thrive in

Pompeii by T.L. Higley

2011-06-17T07:23:00.000-05:00

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing Pompeii B&H Books (June 1, 2011) by T.L. Higley ABOUT THE AUTHOR:A fiction aficionado since grade school, T.L. Higley, author of Pompeii: City on Fire (B&H Publishing House, June 2011) started her first novel at the age of eight.Now the author of nine historical fiction novels, including the popular Seven Wonders series,

The Sweetest Thing by Elizabeth Musser

2011-06-15T13:08:00.000-05:00

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing The Sweetest Thing • Bethany House (June 1, 2011) by Elizabeth Musser ABOUT THE AUTHOR:Elizabeth Musser, an Atlanta native, studied English and French literature at Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tennessee. While at Vanderbilt, I had the opportunity to spend a semester in Aix-en-Provence, France. During her Senior year at

How Huge The Night by Heather Munn and Lydia Munn

2011-06-10T11:01:00.000-05:00

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing How Huge the Night Kregel Publications (March 9, 2011) by Heather Munn and Lydia Munn ABOUT THE AUTHORS: Heather Munn was born in Northern Ireland of American parents and grew up in the south of France. She decided to be a writer at the age of five when her mother read Laura Ingalls Wilder’s books aloud, but worried that she

The Lady of Bolton Hill by Elizabeth Camden

2011-06-08T14:05:00.000-05:00

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing The Lady of Bolton Hill Bethany House (June 1, 2011) by Elizabeth Camden ABOUT THE AUTHOR: A research librarian and associate professor, Elizabeth Camden has a master’s in history from the University of Virginia and a master’s in library science from Indiana University. She has published several articles for academic

Hope Rekindled by Tracie Peterson

2011-06-03T11:45:00.000-05:00

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing Hope Rekindled Bethany House (June 1, 2011) by Tracie Peterson ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Tracie Peterson is the bestselling, award-winning author of more than 85 novels.She received her first book contract in November, 1992 and saw A Place To Belong published in February 1993 with Barbour Publishings' Heartsong Presents. She wrote

Darkness Follows by Mike Dellosso

2011-06-01T13:40:00.002-05:00

This week, theChristian Fiction Blog Allianceis introducingDarkness FollowsRealms (May 3, 2011)byMike DellossoABOUT THE AUTHOR:Born in Baltimore, Maryland, Mike now lives in Hanover, Pennsylvania, with his wife, Jen, and their three daughters. He writes a monthly column for Writer . . .Interrupted, was a newspaper correspondent/columnist for over three years, has published several articles for

The Reluctant Detective by Martha Ockley

2011-05-27T16:38:00.000-05:00

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing The Reluctant Detective Monarch Books (April 30, 2011) by Martha Ockley ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Martha Ockley is the pen-name of Rebecca Jenkins. She read history at Oxford University, and spent several years working alongside her father, the Rt. Revd. David Jenkins (Bishop of Durham 1984-94) during the turbulence of the 1980s. She

Over The Edge by Brandilyn Collins

2011-05-23T15:55:00.000-05:00

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing Over the Edge B&H Books (May 1, 2011) by Brandilyn Collins ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Brandilyn Collins is an award-winning and best-selling novelist known for her trademark Seatbelt Suspense®. These harrowing crime thrillers have earned her the tagline "Don't forget to b r e a t h e..."® Brandilyn's first book, A Question of

Undaunted Faith by Andrea Boeshaar

2011-05-20T16:33:00.000-05:00

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing Undaunted Faith Realms (May 3, 2011) by Andrea Boeshaar ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Andrea Kuhn Boeshaar has been married for more than 30 years. She and her husband, Daniel, have three adult sons, daughters-in-law, and two precious grandchildren. Andrea's educational background includes the University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee, where

Fade to Blue by Julie Carobini

2011-05-18T13:59:00.001-05:00

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing Fade to Blue B&H Books (May 15, 2011) by Julie Carobini ABOUT THE AUTHOR: A word from the author:I grew up as Julie Navarro, in a family of truly right-brained individuals. Among us you’ll find writers, artists, and musicians, all of us willing to talk about the arts at a moment’s notice.Over the years, I’ve published several

Hidden Affections by Delia Parr

2011-05-13T12:03:00.002-05:00

This week, theChristian Fiction Blog Allianceis introducingHidden AffectionsBethany House (May 1, 2011)byDelia ParrABOUT THE AUTHOR:Delia Parr, pen name for Mary Lechleidner, is the author of 10 historical novels and the winner of several awards, including the Laurel Wreath Award for Historical Romance and the Aspen Gold Award for Best Inspirational Book. She is a full-time high school teacher

An Unlikely Suitor by Nancy Moser

2011-05-11T10:36:00.001-05:00

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing An Unlikely Suitor Bethany House (May 1, 2011) by Nancy Moser ABOUT THE AUTHOR:Nancy Moser is the award-winning author of over twenty inspirational novels. Her genres include contemporary stories including John 3:16 and Time Lottery a Christy Award winner, and historical novels of real women-of-history including Just Jane (

To Win Her Heart by Karen Witemeyer

2011-05-06T10:07:00.000-05:00

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing To Win Her Heart Bethany House (May 1, 2011) by Karen Witemeyer ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Karen Witemeyer is a deacon's wife and mother of three who believes the world needs more happily-ever-afters. To that end, she combines her love of bygone eras with her passion for helping women mature in Christ to craft historical romance novels

The Gift by Bryan Litfin

2011-05-04T09:48:00.000-05:00

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing The Gift Crossway Books (April 30, 2011) by Bryan Litfin ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Bryan earned a bachelor’s degree in print journalism from the University of Tennessee as well as a master’s degree in historical theology at Dallas Theological Seminary. From there he went to the University of Virginia, taking a PhD in the field of

A Bond Never Broken by Judith Miller

2011-03-03T11:52:00.000-06:00

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing A Bond Never Broken Bethany House (March 1, 2011) by Judith Miller ABOUT THE AUTHOR: A Word from Judith:Most readers want to know how authors 'got started' writing. My first novel, Threads of Love, was conceived when I was commuting sixty miles to work each day. I wanted to tell the story of a pioneer girl coming to Kansas and

When All My Dreams Come True by Janelle Mowery

2011-03-01T05:18:00.000-06:00

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing When All My Dreams Come True Harvest House Publishers (February 1, 2011) by Janelle Mowery ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Beginning in 1998, Janelle Mowery coordinated and wrote for the Children’s Ministry of a Christian website called The Invisible Connection. When the holder of that site discontinued the ministry and website in the

Operation Bonnet by Kimberly Stuart

2011-02-24T08:00:00.000-06:00

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing Operation Bonnet David C. Cook; New edition (February 1, 2011) by Kimberly Stuart ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Kimberly says:I am a writer of comedic fiction, and would like to suggest that you laugh regularly when reading my books. Let’s also try for one to two teary moments. If you are crying more than that, you don’t understand

Save the Date by Jenny B. Jones

2011-02-23T12:32:00.001-06:00

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing Save The Date Thomas Nelson (February 1, 2011) by Jenny B. Jones ABOUT THE AUTHOR: I write Christian fiction with a few giggles, quite a bit of sass, and lots of crazy. My novels include the Katie Parker Production series and So Not Happening. I would also like to take credit for Twilight , but somewhere I think I read you’re

Words by Ginny Yttrup

2011-02-18T09:54:00.000-06:00

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing Words B&H Books (February 1, 2011) by Ginny Yttrup ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Ginny Yttrup is an author, freelance writer, and writing coach. As she writes, speaks, and coaches, her prayer is that God will use her words to replace the lies so many believe about themselves with the truth of His unconditional love and grace. To see

Lone Star Intrigue by Debra White Smith

2011-02-16T08:36:00.000-06:00

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing Lone Star Intrigue Avon Inspire (February 1, 2011) by Debra White Smith ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Debra White Smith is a seasoned Christian author, speaker, and media personality who has been regularly publishing books for over a decade. In the last twelve years, she has accumulated over 50 books sales to her credit with over 1

Promises To Keep by Ann Tatlock

2011-02-11T08:00:00.000-06:00

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing Promises to Keep Bethany House (February 1, 2011) by Ann Tatlock ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Ann Tatlock is the author of the Christy Award-winning novel All the Way Home. She has also won the Midwest Independent Publishers Association "Book of the Year" in fiction for both All the Way Home and I'll Watch the Moon. Her novel Things We

Another Dawn by Kathryn Cushman

2011-02-09T11:22:00.002-06:00

I'm still reading this book but it's a good one so far. I hope to have it finished by tomorrow and I'll add my thoughts on it then. Update: Finished this book last night and it's a good one. Grace Graham has run from difficulties all of her life. When a decision she's made affects others in a horrible way she has to choose whether to run again or to face what's happening. She also has to relearn

Larkspur Cove by Lisa Wingate

2011-02-03T11:15:00.003-06:00

This week, theChristian Fiction Blog Allianceis introducingLarkspur CoveBethany House (February 1, 2011)byLisa WingateABOUT THE AUTHOR:Lisa Wingate is an award-winning journalist, magazine columnist, popular inspirational speaker and a national bestselling author of sixteen books. Her first mainstream novel, Tending Roses, is in its eighteenth printing from Penguin Putnam. Tending Roses is a

Snow, Snow Go Away

2011-01-29T20:36:00.005-06:00

More than once I've posted on this blog about my wish for snow every winter. Normally, where we live, we're lucky if we get one good snow a year. Oh, we get a dusting every now and then but it comes overnight or early in the morning, is barely enough to make the ground white, and disappears right after the sun rises. But if we're lucky we get one snow each year that's about an inch or two and you

2010-12-28T17:15:00.002-06:00

I've moved again. Since starting this blog this is the second time our family has moved. We tend to move a lot. I think it may be something genetic because The Honey's family moved around a lot when he was a child and so did mine. And now, every few years or so, we get the urge to move.I'm hoping that isn't the case here. I LOVE LOVE LOVE our new house and honestly, I just do not want to go

Pecan Pie

2010-11-12T12:00:00.002-06:00

The closer we get to Thanksgiving the more I start craving this pie. I only make it once a year on Thanksgiving (once you see the ingredients you'll know why :) so I really look forward to it every year. This year I thought I'd share the recipe with ya'll. You know, just in case you need to gain a little more weight this holiday season. ;) Anyway, here it is...Pecan Pie3 eggs (slightly beaten)1

A Season of Miracles by Rusty Whitener

2010-10-29T13:34:00.001-05:00

This week, theChristian Fiction Blog Allianceis introducingA Season of MiraclesKregel Publications; Reprint edition (August 3, 2010)byRusty WhitenerABOUT THE AUTHOR:Rusty Whitener is a novelist, screenwriter, and actor. His first screenplay, Touched, won second place at the 2009 Kairos Prize at the Los Angeles Movieguide Awards and first place at the Gideon film festival. That screenplay soon

Lydia's Charm by Wanda E. Brunstetter

2010-10-27T09:53:00.000-05:00

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing Lydia's Charm Barbour Books (September 1, 2010) by Wanda E. Brunstetter ABOUT THE AUTHOR:A Note From Wanda:Ever since I was a child, I wanted to be a writer. When I was in the second grade, I wrote my first poem about a moth. Luckily, I received encouragement from my teacher. During my teen years, I wrote skits that my church

Third Time's The Charm?

2010-10-25T20:59:00.004-05:00

I'm determined to succeed at NaNoWriMo this year! D E T E R M I N E D! I really am.For anyone who doesn't know, NaNo is National Novel Writing Month. It's when crazy people like me sign up to write 50,000 words of a novel in the month of November. I've tried it twice before, once in 2006 and again last year...I didn't make my word goal either time. This year though, I've already warned my husband

A Very Private Grave by Donna Fletcher Crow

2010-10-21T19:22:00.000-05:00

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing A Very Private Grave Monarch Books (August 1, 2010) by Donna Fletcher Crow ABOUT THE AUTHOR:Donna Fletcher Crow is author of more than thirty-five novels. She has twice won first place in the Historical Fiction category from the National Association of Press Women, and has also been a finalist for "Best Inspirational Novel"

While We're Far Apart by Lynn Austin

2010-10-20T07:56:00.002-05:00

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing While We're Far Apart Bethany House (October 1, 2010) by Lynn Austin ABOUT THE AUTHOR:It was during the long Canadian winters at home with her children that Lynn made progress on her dream to write, carving out a few hours of writing time each day while her children napped. Lynn credits her early experience of learning to

Embers of Love by Tracie Peterson

2010-10-15T10:11:00.000-05:00

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing Embers of Love Bethany House (October 1, 2010) by Tracie Peterson ABOUT THE AUTHOR:Tracie Peterson is the bestselling, award-winning author of more than 85 novels.She received her first book contract in November, 1992 and saw A Place To Belong published in February 1993 with Barbour Publishings' Heartsong Presents. She wrote

Snow Day by Billy Coffey

2010-10-13T18:20:00.000-05:00

I got behind in my reading and am only halfway through this book but so far I absolutely love it! This week, theChristian Fiction Blog Allianceis introducingSnow DayFaithWords (October 11, 2010)byBilly CoffeyABOUT THE AUTHOR:When you’re raised in small-town Virginia by a redneck father and a Mennonite mother, certain things become ingrained. And when you marry a small-town girl and have two

Love Finds You Under the Mistletoe by Irene Brand and Anita Higman

2010-10-08T13:26:00.002-05:00

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing Love Finds You Under the Mistletoe Summerside Press (September 1, 2010) by Irene Brand & Anita Higman ABOUT THE AUTHORS: Irene Brand has written Sunday School curriculum, edited a two-year series of mission curriculum, and her works have appeared in five program-material anthologies. Her publishers include Zondervan, Standard

Within My Heart by Tamera Alexander

2010-10-06T09:14:00.000-05:00

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing Within My Heart Bethany House; Original edition (September 1, 2010) by Tamera Alexander ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Tamera Alexander is the best-selling author of Rekindled, Revealed and Remembered, the critically acclaimed Fountain Creek Chronicles historical series with Bethany House Publishers. Her second historical series, Timber Ridge

The Mayan Apocalypse by Mark Hitchcock and Alton Gansky

2010-10-01T08:00:00.001-05:00

This week, theChristian Fiction Blog Allianceis introducingThe Mayan ApocalypseHarvest House Publishers(September 1, 2010)byMark Hitchcock & Alton GanskyABOUT THE AUTHORS:Mark Hitchcock is the author of more than 17 books related to end-time Bible prophecy, including the bestselling 2012, the Bible, and the End of the World. He earned a ThM and PhD from Dallas Theological Seminary and is the

Lioness Arising: Wake Up And Change Your World by Lisa Bevere (Review & Giveaway)

2010-09-30T12:10:00.005-05:00

Author: Lisa BeverePublisher: Waterbrook PressPublisher Website: http://waterbrookmultnomah.com/Author & Book Website: http://www.messengerinternational.org/Category: ChristianRelease Date: September 2010ABOUT THE BOOK: (From the back cover blurb) In Lioness Arising, author and speaker Lisa Bevere offers the life and image of the lioness as a fierce and tender model for women. Revealing the

Judgment Day by Wanda Dyson

2010-09-28T17:49:00.000-05:00

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing Judgment Day WaterBrook Press (September 21, 2010) by Wanda Dyson ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Wanda Dyson – "a shining example of what Christian fiction is becoming..." (Christian Fiction Review). She's been called a "natural" and a "master of pacing," but her fans know that whether it's police thrillers, suspense, or bringing a true story to

The Secret of The Shroud by Pamela Ewen

2010-09-26T14:34:00.000-05:00

This week, theChristian Fiction Blog Allianceis introducingThe Secret of The ShroudB&H Books (September 1, 2010)byPamela EwenABOUT THE AUTHOR:Pamela’s first novel, Walk Back The Cat (Broadman & Holman. May, 2006) is the story of an embittered and powerful clergyman who learns an ancient secret, confronting him with truth and a choice that may destroy him.She is also the best-selling author of the

Love's First Bloom by Delia Parr

2010-09-24T07:40:00.000-05:00

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing Love's First Bloom Bethany House; Original edition (September 1, 2010) by Delia Parr ABOUT THE AUTHOR:Delia Parr, pen name for Mary Lechleidner, is the author of 10 historical novels and the winner of several awards, including the Laurel Wreath Award for Historical Romance and the Aspen Gold Award for Best Inspirational Book. She is a

In Every Heartbeat by Kim Vogel Sawyer

2010-09-22T07:38:00.000-05:00

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing In Every Heartbeat Bethany House (September 1, 2010) by Kim Vogel Sawyer ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Kim Vogel Sawyer is the author of fifteen novels, including several CBA and ECPA bestsellers. Her books have won the ACFW Book of the Year Award, the Gayle Wilson Award of Excellence, and the Inspirational Readers Choice Award. Kim is active in

Autumn's Promise by Shelley Shepard Gray

2010-09-19T10:50:00.001-05:00

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing Autumn's Promise Avon Inspire (August 3, 2010) by Shelley Shepard Gray ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Since 2000, Shelley Sabga has sold twenty-six novels to numerous publishers. She has written a seven book contemporary series for Avalon books. She also published The Love Letter, a western for Avalon. Five Star Expressions published Suddenly, You

More Than Words by Judith Miller

2010-09-17T07:24:00.001-05:00

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing More than WordsBethany House; Original edition (September 1, 2010) by Judith Miller ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Most readers want to know how authors 'got started' writing. My first novel, Threads of Love, was conceived when I was commuting sixty miles to work each day. I wanted to tell the story of a pioneer girl coming to Kansas and the faith

Immanuel's Veins by Ted Dekker

2010-09-15T07:29:00.002-05:00

This week, theChristian Fiction Blog Allianceis introducingImmanuel's VeinsThomas Nelson (September 7, 2010)byTed DekkerABOUT THE AUTHOR:Ted Dekker is a New York Times best-selling author of more than twenty novels. He is best known for stories which could be broadly described as suspense thrillers with major twists and unforgettable characters, though he has also made a name for himself among

The Bridge of Peace by Cindy Woodsmall

2010-09-12T07:46:00.000-05:00

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing The Bridge of Peace WaterBrook Press; Original edition (August 31, 2010) by Cindy Woodsmall ABOUT THE AUTHOR:Cindy Woodsmall is a New York Times best-selling author whose connection with the Amish community has been featured on ABC Nightline and on the front page of the Wall Street Journal.She was also a homeschool mom. As her children

The Thorn by Beverly Lewis

2010-09-10T07:44:00.000-05:00

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing The Thorn Bethany House (September 7, 2010) by Beverly Lewis ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Not until her own children were well into middle school did Bev seek to publish her work, first in magazines such as Highlights for Children, Dolphin Log, and Guideposts for Kids. Her first book followed in 1993—Mountain Bikes and Garbanzo Beans—presently

Love Me Tender by Janice Hanna

2010-09-08T07:22:00.000-05:00

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing Love Me Tender Summerside Press (September 1, 2010) by Janice Hanna ABOUT THE AUTHOR:Award-winning author Janice Thompson also writes under the pseudonym Janice Hanna, She got her start in the industry writing screenplays and musical comedies for the stage. Janice has published over fifty books for the Christian market, crossing genre

Taco Soup

2010-09-05T18:35:00.003-05:00

I've been hearing a lot about Taco Soup and the more I heard the more I wanted to try it so...I got recipes from my sister-in-law Melissa and from Cynthia at Hope Lives... Today, for Sunday dinner (which we've only recently started doing but that's a whole 'nother blog post) I decided to make it. I took both recipes, used the ingredients that fit us, and slightly altered until I got.......my

Pearl In The Sand by Tessa Afshar

2010-09-02T09:49:00.002-05:00

I've read of Rahab many times in my Bible and while I've always admired the courage it must have taken for her to do what she did I never thought much about it. But reading this book gave me a better idea of what it might've been like for Rahab, a Canaanite prostitute, to turn her back on the only world she'd ever know for the Lord. Not only did Tessa Afshar show us Rahab's courage, she showed us

The Vigilante's Bride by Yvonne Harris

2010-08-30T09:43:00.001-05:00

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing The Vigilante's Bride Bethany House (August 1, 2010) by Yvonne Harris ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Yvonne Harris earned a BS in Education from the University of Hartford and has taught throughout New England and the mid-Atlantic. Unofficially retired from teaching, she teaches writing at Burlington County College in southern New Jersey, where

2010-08-29T20:37:00.001-05:00

So I'm a little behind the times and just realized I can send posts to Blogger from my phone! I just hope I'm doing it right and it works. We'll see :)

It's Been A While...

2010-08-26T13:41:00.002-05:00

Wow, it's been a long time since I've posted. Sorry. I've kind of gotten off track when it comes to blogging. I have no reason, no excuse, no explanations that can be blogged about.I recently changed my Facebook page to a personal page and only kept people I know IRL (family, friends, etc.) on my friend's list. My children have Facebook pages now and I wanted more privacy for them. I hope

Surrender the Heart by M.L. Tyndall

2010-08-26T10:00:00.000-05:00

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing Surrender the Heart Barbour Publishing (August 1, 2010) by M. L. Tyndall ABOUT THE AUTHOR:M. L. (MaryLu) Tyndall grew up on the beaches of South Florida loving the sea and the warm tropics. But despite the beauty around her, she always felt an ache in her soul--a longing for something more.After college, she married and moved to

Fatal Loyalty by Sue Duffy

2010-08-05T21:11:00.000-05:00

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing Fatal Loyalty Kregel Publications (April 23, 2010) by Sue Duffy ABOUT THE AUTHOR:Sue Duffy is an award-winning writer whose work has appeared in Moody magazine, The Presbyterian Journal, Sunday Digest, and The Christian Reader. Her first novel Mortal Wounds was published in 2001 and she has also contributed to Stories for a Woman’s