Jody Hedlund is an author I’ve known for years, but I haven’t read as many or her books as I’d like. Then I read one like this, and I want to find a week on an isolated island and inhale them all. Calling on the Matchmaker was filled with such vibrant characters that it pulled me into the pages and …
While we were writing Where Treetops Glisten, Sarah, Tricia and I included recipes that our characters baked or made during the book. Today I wanted to share those cookies with you. The White Velvet Cutouts are a recipe that was originally shared with me by a friend at church. They are delicious with vanilla — the way she makes them. …
I have long adored Julie Klassen’s books. I’ll never forget reading her first, Lady of Milkweed Manor, and realizing I loved the Jane Austen timeperiod after all. Since then I think I’ve read most of her books, and look forward to diving into the worlds she creates. While her early books were stand alones that independently told stories of the …
Y’all, when I saw this book on a list for a possible book tour, I was intrigued. I haven’t read anything by Kate Oliver before but something about the description of the book caught my attention. I was not disappointed when opened the book on my Kindle and started reading. I thoroughly enjoyed this cozy mystery set in a fictional …
Christmas is coming and I want to share some Christmas cheer with you. We Three Kings, the Christmas novella collection I’m part of is out, and I want to continue the celebration with you. First, you can learn all about my why for writing Beauty Bright, my novella in the collection by watching this short episode of Book Talk. And …
As a writer have you ever considered how you can learn from another writer’s books? It should be a constant part of your development as a writer and especially as a professional writer. It’s easy to dial it in and think what we did last time is good enough for this book, but I’ve found each book actually gets more …
Book Talk: TBR Recommendations Listen to the TBR Recommendations episode. In this episode of Book Talk with Cara, I wanted to do something fun and different. I thought I’d show you some of my favorite authors. These are the ones whose books I preorder so that going to my mailbox feels like Christmas year-round. These authors are from a variety …
Today I’m delighted to introduce you to the latest release from one of my favorite authors Jen Turano. Her books consistently make me laugh outloud with their fun dialogue and fresh plots. I also adore the covers that she gets for each of these books. To Spark a Match is no exception. I enjoyed To Spark a Match so much. …
Book Talk: BTS: Stars in the Night Listen to the Behind the Scenes episode for Stars in the Night. Do you ever wonder why an author writes the story they do? Some books are a favorite, even though I really do hate to admit that. There’s just something about them that makes them special and unique. Stars in the Night …
Book Talk: BTS: Lethal Intent Listen to the Behind the Scenes episode for Lethal Intent. Do you ever wonder why an author writes the story they do? Caroline’s story was a long time coming. Originally I thought, her book would be book 3 in the Hidden Justice series. Then book four. Then it ended up being this novel, Lethal Intent. …