On Friday's post, we mentioned novel genres and non-fiction possibilities for the readers of Christian literature. Endless choices. Authors who write Christian Fiction face the inevitable marketing challenges for their work. May I just say especially in the genre I write? Being an author of love stories, heavy on the romance, I need to stipulate…

       May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in Him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit. Romans 15:13 (NIV)

We all recognize the vast reach of all kinds of books. We acknowledge that not all people enjoy reading – especially since it's not being taught in public schools, but we won't go there.  Those who love novels have a wonderful array of genres from which to indulge their reading pleasures.  Since I write Christian…

A very long time ago at the now defunct Longacres Racetrack, Barn 4B. Memories . . .    Father, thank you is never enough for rescuing me from myself, for allowing me to arrive at that place where you could reach me. Best thing that ever happened to me. Thank you, Jesus.  

Sometimes reviews are helpful. Of course, the good ones are encouraging, often discerning and/or insightful, usually uplifting, and clearly enjoyable. The mediocre reviews can be an indication that the reader might not be the correct audience for your type of story or the way you've told it. The bad reviews are generally not helpful but…

  One version of the late 60s and early 70s – lyrics and music typify the diverse means of scoring a hit. Rock on . . .    Father, you love deeper than we can ever understand. You reach people who have no idea who your Son is – until they do. Thank you for…

Killing Season by LT Vargus and Tim McBain is Book 2 in A Violet Darger Thriller Series.  A sniper shoots from a hillside and kills drivers on a freeway. Although it's the same sniper that moves through a supermarket parking lot shooting people dead with a handgun, no one knows it's the same man. They…

       "If you love me, you will obey what I command. And I will ask the Father, and He will give you another Counselor to be with you forever — the Spirit of Truth. The world cannot accept Him, because it neither sees Him nor knows Him. But you know Him, for He…

                      People have different feelings about TV. Some love it. Some don't. And, yes, there are some that enjoy particular parts of it and shun the rest.  As an author, I love good drama. And since there are fewer and fewer good films being produced…

Nicole by Nicole. Long before selfies, this young woman experimented with self-photography to become familiar with her new 35mm Konica camera received for her birthday just before leaving on the trip of a lifetime with a good friend. We made our own tour of Great Britain, Ireland, and most of Europe for almost 3 months.…