Into the Fire

Passionate thoughts about the world of writing and the Power of God

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  •        "I have much more to say to you, more than you can now bear. But when he, the Spirit of truth, comes, he will guide  you into all truth. He will not speak on his own, he will speak only what he hears, and he will tell you what is yet to…

  •   What was your favorite thing to do as an elementary age child? Do you remember what you used to watch on TV when you were a child? Was there a movie you saw as a child that made you cry? As an adult?  Did you have a favorite actor when your were a child? …

  •             I have wondered why: when I read primarily mysteries, thrillers, police procedurals, and suspense, why is it I write love stories and romance? It's not that I don't read romance or love stories or romantic suspense. It's that I rarely read one that just grabs me and sticks with…

  •                                           The Spike is Book 4 in A Marty Singer Mystery Series by Matthew Iden.  Learning the intricacies of the Washington DC real estate wheeling and dealing is possibly the last thing former MPDC detective…

  •   My dear friend Dayle Arceneaux debuts his new songs. Well done! Great voice. So cool!   Father, bless Dayle in all of efforts. He's one of yours. Encourage him and pour out your Spirit upon him. In the Name of Jesus, Amen.   

  •                               One Right Thing, Book 3 in A Marty Singer Mystery Series by Matthew Iden. One Right Thing was inspired by an actual billboard seen by this author but of course unrelated in facts to the story. I always find it…

  •   Evil men do not understand justice,    but those who seek the Lord        understand it fully.   Proverbs 28:5 (NIV)

  •                                           Where would you rather be?    Father, beauty appears far and wide. Thank you for leaving us with glorious sights and places in this sin-stained world. Thank you for rescuing us. In the Name…

  •    I want to take this opportunity to thank all of you who took the time to vote on your favorite(s) of my cover designs. I truly appreciate your opinions, your thoughts, and your comments. And they were all very gratifying and affirming. Sincere thanks for participating. Soon I will introduce you to the latest…

  •   I would assume every author has his/her opinion about the covers of their books. As always, I'm referring to novels. Even those who aren't necessarily "artsy" know what they like in/on a book cover – especially when it comes to their stories.  Although I like all of the covers of my books, there are…