What is Inspirational Fiction?

What is Inspirational Fiction?

For Christian authors, the phrase means something deeper. Narrower. An inspirational novel shows a character who believes in Christ as Savior (or is on the way). She (or he) faces weaknesses in herself as she encounters the challenges of life.

A New Trend to Watch: Buying Direct

A New Trend to Watch: Buying Direct

Buying Direct from Authors…what’s it all about?   You may have noticed a new trend beginning. That is, many authors are making their books available for direct purchase on their website. A third of the surveyed authors began their online stores within the last year. You can expect to see this trend increase with time. Typically, these books are also still available on the usual book outlets online. Most of these authors publish their work independently, but some traditionally...
Thankful for You, Thankful Daily!

Thankful for You, Thankful Daily!

The Corner and the Community for Christian Fiction I’m thankful for the golden days of fall, like a colorful time capsule before temperatures drop and we’re thrust into a new season. I’m thankful for YOU too, that you’re visiting my corner and this great community! I’m thankful for your love of uplifting books that can stimulate and encourage your faith. Not just any books, but books that lift your heart. I hope mine do. That’s my goal. I’m thankful...
Fiction Settings and their Stories

Fiction Settings and their Stories

As readers, we often choose a book by its setting. Certain places and historical periods intrigue us more than others.

As I thought about the settings of my novels, I realized some had stories or at least a connection of some kind to me and to my life. Several of my locations are fictitious, but there is still a personal link.

The Return of Brenner Falls . . . Book Two!

The Return of Brenner Falls . . . Book Two!

Custom Made is coming soon! Over halfway through summer, and I wonder where it all went. Is it just me, or does it feel like it just started? I hope yours has been fun and relaxing so far. Though I know not all summers are relaxing. That’s another story! During much of my summer (and spring) I focused on my biggest project of this year, Custom Made, the second book in the Brenner Falls Romance series. I’m nearly at the finish line and plan to launch it in August. I’m excited to share it...