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Chautona Havig

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Patricia Raybon

I’m Thrilled to Share this Historical Mystery and Its Brilliant Author

Weaving a cold case, the KKK, and a love of Sherlock Holmes in 1920s Denver, Patricia Raybon has burst onto the Christian fiction scene to rave reviews and accolades. We chat about how bestselling author, Patricia Raybon, got started in writing fiction after seven devotional books. Patricia Continue Reading

Reclaiming Hope Release

What Does My Dream Island Vacation Have to Do with a New Book?

"If you could visit any island in the world, which one would it be?" I've had people ask me this question before. I don't know how to answer it, frankly. Why Fiji and not Hawaii?  Why Nantucket and not Prince Edward Island?  For that matter, why Guernsey instead of Catalina? I've had a dream Continue Reading

Lights Out by Natalie Walters

I’ve Found an Excellent New (to Me) Romantic Suspense Author

I may never have read anything by Natalie Walters before this interview, but I promptly bought her first book and listened the moment the interview ended. Author of the recently released, Lights Out, Natalie writes romantic suspense that holds you riveted to the page (or your listening device if you Continue Reading

Living Lies by Natalie Walters

Solve a Murder, Avoid a Killer, and Remain Riveted to This Book

When I chatted with Natalie Walters about her latest release, Lights Out, I decided to start with her first book, Living Lies.  Since I was headed across Tennessee, I decided to get it on audiobook. A perfect way to enjoy a long drive! Note: links may be affiliate links that provide me Continue Reading

A Holiday by Gaslight

What Happens When You Fall in Love with a Brilliant Narrator and Wonderful Story?

A Holiday by Gaslight. The cover appeared in my Facebook feed... somewhere. Stunning.  I knew I wanted to read it just by the cover! That was three years ago. I finished my last audiobook on November 30th, so I went scrolling through my Audible library. A Holiday by Gaslight appeared.  WHAT?  I Continue Reading

Lost in Darkness

Only Jesus Can Keep Us All from Being Horrible Monsters at Heart

Note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Only Jesus Can Keep Us All from Being Horrible Monsters at Heart Definitely, Michelle Griep's best book yet, Lost in Darkness delves into the horrifying world of mental and physical medical care Continue Reading

What Is Better Than a Great Movie? How about a Great Book & Tacos?

Betsy St. Amant released a book last month--one I've been dying to read but haven't had two seconds to breathe much less get to my TBR pile.  However, I'm going on a retreat this weekend, and I think watching You've Got Mail and reading Tacos for Two should most definitely be part of that retreat. Continue Reading

The Nutcracker's Suite

What Kind of Fiend Would Break a Poor, Unsuspecting Nutcracker?

Twenty nutcrackers lay spread out before me.  One by one, I grabbed my gold cord and tied it on. Must. Get. This done. Around me, young people walked through the house--first out to my son's "shed-room" and then back into the bathroom or to the kitchen for a drink and a piece of Hungarian coffee Continue Reading

footprints on her heart

Our Smartest Dog Used to Do This Crazy Thing All the Time

I was torn between the names Kemper and Mitzi. In the end, I think Kemper won, but I can't be sure. Why don't I remember my own dog's name?  My Christmas present in 1985? Well, that Australian shepherd mixed mutt didn't stay whatever I named her for long. We'd just moved to "the property" in Continue Reading

Bryan Litfin series

What Do You Get When You Mix a Wild Adventure with Church History?

Author of a fascinating adventure saga taking place at the time of Constantine and the early church, Bryan Litfin offers a trilogy that'll keep you on the edge of your seat and rooting for brave and bold characters. Bringing years of academic and historical research to the table, Bryan writes with Continue Reading

harmony on the horizon cover denly

Why Do Authors Hate Me (or at Least Hate My Need for Sleep)?

Two months ago, I received a request to read and review a book. Considering that I'd hounded the author for her first book before it was even published, it's no wonder that when I got the email for book three, I said, "YES!" Two months... surely that would be plenty of time. Right? Except that Continue Reading

Spaghetti Dragons and Apologetics? They Should Terrify and Delight You.

When I learned about Nicolas C. Day's middle-grade book, Into the Great Marinara, I had no idea what to expect.  However, there's absolutely no way I could have imagined a story about a boy with control issues falling face-first into a plate of spaghetti and landing in a world where he had to Continue Reading

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I picked a great big berry For a jaunty little hat I picked a great big berry
For a jaunty little hat.
It wont last long, I fear, 
But I think I'm okay with that. 
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Good morning, Virginia. It's a beautiful misty m Good morning,  Virginia.  It's a beautiful misty morn here. Continuing to wor on Take Cover. Eeep!
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Who is he, who is after him, and why is a woman ab Who is he, who is after him, and why is a woman abducted to protect her from him?  Bioterrorism, Russian mafia, and what? Another agency?  What's going on in The Agency now?
Listen to the whole book FREE, narrated by the fabulous @ChristaDelSorbo (don't forget to subscribe!!!). https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1-TZlGhUFcE&list=PLGJaJiSo6mQ1Cg738W1MSQlHIuFe45v_WListen to a chapter a day OR to the whole thing at the end of the month.  The previous four Agency books are also available to listen to FREE.
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Annual writing retreat has commenced. In my favori Annual writing retreat has commenced. In my favorite place because I'm with my favorite writy folks.
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Keith can’t help but wonder: will his first assi Keith can’t help but wonder: will his first assignment with The Agency be his last?

One missing man. One new agent. One chance to keep the (uncertain) client alive
The prequel novel to The Agency Files, Induction is Keith Auger's interview and... well.. induction into The Agency. Listen FREE on YouTube to the audiobook narrated by @ChristaDelSorbo .
Listen to each chapter separately for ease of finding where you are OR the whole book in one video (after Sept 30, 2024).
Also available from most audiobook retailers!

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Austria, 1939. Before the "death trains," Hitler's Austria, 1939. Before the "death trains," Hitler's regime deported ten thousand children to Holland, Sweden, and even England on what was known as the Kindertransport. Two desperate mothers send their only childrent to safety on this Kindertransport, but when those children arrive, nothing is as it seems or should be.  A war-time mystery twist on "Hansel and Gretel" set just before the invasion of Poland.
Available as an audiobook FREE on Youtube, narrated by @ChristaDelSorbo
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When I knew Lauren would be one of my protagonists When I knew Lauren would be one of my protagonists of this year's New Cheltenham novel, I knew she'd have to be reading some mystery.  She's been on Poirot kicks and Marple kicks. Josephine Tey and I think Elizabeth Peters.  This year, I decided she'd REALLY love one of my favorite mystery series--the Lord Edgington Investigates by @benedictbrownauthor  If you love mystery, they're a lot of fun.  What I didn't know is that practical, prosaic Lauren would disgust herself when she realized she has a "book boyfriend" in Christopher Prentiss. Even her actual boyfriend knows her secret crush on a fictional young man from the 1920s.
This year's Christmas Lights Collection is the 10th we've done!  We're so proud of it!  Four towns battle it out in a Christmas Lights Showcase you won't want to miss.  Join @JayceeWeaver , @lainaturnerauthor , @CatheSwanson and me in this year's battle of the lights!
And seriously, if you love mysteries, don't miss Benedict Brown's.  He's brilliant and Christopher is awesome.  Lauren has that right. ;)
Releases October 7th!!
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