“For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways, declares the Lord. For as the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways and my thoughts than your thoughts.” Isaiah 55:8-9 I’ve been thinking about God’s sovereignty a lot recently. Certain life events have made …
Fiction Friday – Memory Lane by Becky Wade
Today for Fiction Friday I’m sharing my book recommendation for Memory Lane by Becky Wade. Here's the book description: Christy Award Hall of Fame Author After surviving a trauma several years back, Remy Reed relocated to a cottage on one of Maine’s most remote islands. She’s arranged her life just the way she wants it, …
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Smoke And Mirrors
“How did he do that?” Was the question each one of us asked as we wondered how the magician at a party I recently attended had left us spellbound with every trick he performed? Of course, we knew there really was no magic involved in his performance, and yet, this showman’s mind games and deceptive …
Tuesday Book Chat | What’s the first Christian book you remember reading as an adult?
Welcome to Tuesday Book Chat. This is where we encourage book lovers to answer our bookish question of the week. Today’s question is: What's the first Christian book you remember reading as an adult? We look forward to hearing your thoughts. Please join in the conversation by commenting on this post or on the blog …
Omega Writers | Introducing the 2023 Online Retreat
It’s that time of year! Spring has sprung. The trees are blossoming, the bees are busy, it’s time to plant tomatoes, the agricultural shows are popping up all around the countryside AND Omega Writers’ Zoom Retreat is happening. I read a lament – or maybe just an observation – that many people prefer face-to-face. It’s …
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Book Review | Her Cowboy Blind Date by Narelle Atkins
Hi, Dienece Darling here today to review Narelle Atkins's latest release Her Cowboy Blind Date. Book Blurb He’s a small-town guy, a cowboy at heart. She’s a city girl from the other side of the world. Will a blind date lead to a love that lasts a lifetime? Farm mechanic Sam Williams is on the …
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Recent Romance Reads
I've recently been on a book-buying binge and (wonder of wonders!) I've actually read the books as I've bought them. (My usual habit is allowing them to languish on my to-read pile). Today I thought I'd share a few of my recent contemporary Christian romance reads. I bought and devoured With Love, Melody, the first …
Writers Life | Karma Chameleon
The unlikely inspiration for my blog this quarter is my teenage crush, Boy George. I’m sure you’re baffled and wondering, dear writers, what on earth a left-of-centre singer of the 80’s has to do with Christian writing. Let me tell you. What's in a Title? But first, allow me to fill you in on the …
Tuesday Book Chat | Do You Want Detailed Descriptions Of A Novel’s Main Characters?
Welcome to Tuesday Book Chat. This is where we encourage book lovers to answer our bookish question of the week. Today’s question is: Do you want detailed descriptions of a novel's main characters? We look forward to hearing your thoughts. Please join in the conversation by commenting on this post or on the blog post …
Hi from Australasian Christian Writers
We’ve been experiencing technical issues since late June and emails have not been sent out to our blog subscribers when new posts are published. If you receive an email notification that this post has been published, that’s good news — and a good sign that we’re a step closer to fixing the ongoing problems. We …