Fiction Friday | Author Interview with Carolyn Miller and Giveaway

Today we welcome Carolyn Miller for Fiction Friday. Carolyn has also offered a giveaway of one of her books. Thank you Carolyn for visiting with us today. 1. Can you tell us a little about yourself? Hi! I’m a mum of four (3 teenagers and a ten-year-old!), wife to one, author of inspirational historical fiction …

What You Can Learn from Judging a Writing Contest

I’ve judged several writing contests over the last five years, including full published novels, short (5,000 words) and shorter (five page) introductions to unpublished manuscripts, and short stories (1800 words). I've judged for Romance Writers of New Zealand, American Christian Fiction Writers, and Omega Writers. And, yes, I'm organising the CALEB Award for Omega Writers …

DEVOTIONAL: Hands and Feet

At the time of writing this blog, I am sitting in a café eating pizza in Chile. I have just finished a huge ministry day with work and am reflecting on all that has happened. This is my first time in Chile and I enjoying taking everything in; the sights and sounds and smells. The …

Tuesday Book Chat | What makes you buy or read a book from a new-to-you author?

Welcome to the Australasian Christian Writers Tuesday Book Chat, where we encourage book lovers to answer our bookish question of the week. Today’s question is: What makes you buy or read a book from a new-to-you author? We look forward to hearing your thoughts. Please join in the conversation in a comment on this post …

Introducing the 2019 CALEB Award from Omega Writers

The 2019 CALEB Award will soon be open for entries. As the coordinator of the Awards, I'd like to encourage all members of the Australasian Christian Writers community to get involved. Today I'm going to share three ways you can be involved: Entry opportunities Judging opportunities Sponsorship opportunities Entry Opportunities Entry to the CALEB Award …

Fiction Friday | Book Review | One Thing I Know by Kara Isaac

Rachel Somers is the bestselling author of series of relationship books ... except the whole of America thinks her aunt, Dr. Donna Sommerville, is the author. Now, lots of published books are actually written by ghostwriters, so that's no big deal. But Rachel is more than the author. She's also the voice behind a lot …

The Importance of Pruning

Christmas arrived with such a flurry, then just as quickly it was gone for another year. 2018 was drawing to a close. Another year. Where had the time gone? Recently I came across an analogy for finishing something and starting something new. It was suggested that we write down all the things that are bothering …

Author Interview: Penny Reeve CALEB Award Winner

Penny Reeve CALEB Award Winner is our guest today. Penny is talking about her CALEB award winning book "Camp Max" and the inspiration behind the book. You can find a review of Camp Max at here. Welcome Penny and thank you for your time. 1. Firstly, can you tell us a little about yourself? I …

Tuesday Book Chat | What is your favourite setting to read about?

It's Iola here. Welcome to our Australasian Christian Writers Tuesday Book Chat, where we encourage book lovers to answer our bookish question of the week. Today's question is: What is your favourite setting to read about? Um, all of them? We look forward to hearing your thoughts. Please join in the conversation in a comment …

March 2019 Latest Releases

Welcome to the March latest releases. Congratulations to all who have a release this month.  Also in this post is the winner of the February gift voucher. A Hero for Miss Hatherleigh (Regency Brides: Daughters of Aynsley Book 1) By Carolyn Miller (publisher Kregel, March 19, 2019) Can a very proper noble lady find a …