Last week, I saw this on Facebook. The thing that struck me was the way I hesitated to repost it even as I thought the image had power. Then I saw the video for the new Casting Crowns song, Just Another Birthday. Yes, the song speaks to so much more than just the value of life. Still I urge you …
Heart’s Safe Passage Review
In a continuation of her Midwives series, Laurie Alice Eakes is back with Heart’s Safe Passage. The War of 1812 is still being waged between the United States and England, and this time the action takes place on a boat bound to England. A wife is desperate to reach England to plead for her husband’s release. And the only way …
3 Ways to Incorporate Setting into Your Story
If your a writer I’m sure you’ve had a moment like this…you have characters. You might even have a plot. But you’re not sure where to place the story. My mentor Colleen Coble has told me often that the setting should be so integral to the story that it is practically a character. To the point readers can’t imagine the …
A NEW LINE OF MYSTERIES FOR YOUR E-READER
Susan Sleeman here. Do you have an e-reader or maybe an iPad? Then I’d like to tell you about a line of cozy mysteries that has recently released with most books retailing for only .99 for a limited time. Spyglass Lane Mysteries are published by a group of cozy mystery authors who have joined together to bring you a new …
Girl Talk: a great resource for tween & teen girls
Are you looking for a resource for the teen or older tween girl in your life? One that answers the questions buzzing through her head? This colorful, magazine-like book could be just the ticket. It’s like sitting down with a big sister and couple of friends and asking them the questions plaguing you. With its colorful and wisdom filled pages, this book is designed …
Evaluating Scholastic Progress in Your Homeschooled Student
It’s that time of year. The time of year where if two homeschooling moms get together — even if it’s in the aisles of Wal-Mart — their thoughts turn to how their kids measure up. It’s that time where we wonder if we’ve really done a good job. How would our kids compare to others? What if they got thrust …
Monday Meditations: Where is God?
Recently I was reading prayer requests from friends. These friends have battled and battled. They are so weary. Maybe you feel the same way. If so, let the following encourage you. When we’re in a place where we can’t sense God even when we’ve begged Him to move, I’m reminded of Daniel. Remember in Daniel 10…Daniel’s prayed and prayed, but …
Halflings: an alternative to mythic stories
Halflings is the debut release by author Heather Burch. It is targeted to teens and has strong supernatural characters. I’ve been waiting for this book since meeting Heather at ACFW in September. My daughter stole the book the moment it arrived at our house. She literally couldn’t put it down, reading it in the car, at the gym and everywhere in between. …
When the Smoke Clears Review
Lynette Eason is one of my favorite romantic suspense authors. This book continues to build on the strength of her prior books. This book has all the elements to be a book you can’t put down. Alexia Allen is a heroine with a past filled with pain and a present filled with questions and danger. Hunter Graham is a detective who …
Monday Meditations: Missing the Miracles
Last week a writing friend of mine when through a family crisis. Her granddaughter was born and almost immediately labeled as having serious issues. An undefined syndrome that the coming days and countless doctors would surely confirm as they examined this tiny baby. My friend quickly asked for prayer. My heart broke for them. A time of joy had been …