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Back during the 90s there was a lot of discussion about the fact that it takes a village to raise a child. While I don’t agree with the conclusion the proponents of that statement pushed, I’ve been reminded all over again how valuable and important it is to live in community. Why? Rebecca’s birth. She is 3 1/2 weeks old …

I’m a cat lover and found this hilarious. Happy Monday! And be sure to jump over to Michelle Sutton’s blog to enter to win a copy of Deadly Exposure.

I have never read any of Donita Paul’s books — frankly because I’m not that into fantasy. But I have heard wonderful things about them. They seem perfect for teens and others who love fantasy. Here’s you chance to read the first chapter from her newest release: Dragonlight.It is June FIRST, time for the FIRST Blog Tour! (Join our alliance! …

A town’s deadly secret will drive one man to the edge of his faith…Debut novelist Mike Dellosso delivers a spine-tingling drama in the style of Frank Peretti and Stephen King. Joe Saunders is determined to unravel the mystery surrounding the brutal mauling of his nephew. Police Chief Maggie Gill is determined to protect the mystery surrounding her family’s deadly secret. …

This morning after teaching, I’m headed to the offices of the Journal & Courier, our local newspaper for an interview. On Saturday, May 31st, Carpenter’s Son is holding one of their huge booksignings, and the interview will hopefully help spread the word! Colleen Coble, Jamie Carie, Brandt Dodson, Denise Hunter, Diann Hunt and I will all be signing books. I’ll …

Tricia Goyer’s latest book A Whisper of Freedom has just released. This book is a wonderful conclusion to her Spanish Civil War series. And to celebrate the launch, she’s having a fun MEME contest. Here are the questions and my responses, but be sure to read to the end to see how you can participate and win some great prizes. …

“Lord,” I said, swallowing past the tightness in my throat, “I know the Bible says You’ll take care of me. I guess now’s Your chance to prove it. And I sure would appreciate it if You don’t wait too long, okay?” Will Mayla Strong’s life ever resemble normal? Just as she settles into a great place with God, everything else …

Eric tracked down the footage from Good Morning America for me. If you’ve never been exposed to Jennifer Rothschild and her ministry, this is a great way to catch a glimpse of her heart and style. It’s a great package! Our family has rediscovered the game CLUE. Did any of y’all play it growing up? We did in my family. …

No, I did not review my own book. That just felt way too weird. So I asked ACFW President Robin Miller if she’d review Deadly Exposure. If you haven’t read any of her books yet, she writes great suspense for Love Inspired Suspense under her pen name Robin Caroll. She graciously agreed to review my book, so here it is… …

Good morning, y’all. Yesterday I received my box of author copies of Sandhill Dreams. I am so excited to see this book and hold it. My daughter actually opened the box before I could get to it — it’s so fun to have the kids as excited or more so than I am. I walked around with a goofy grin …