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 …
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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 …
New Releases | September 2023 New Releases
Today we have 2 new releases this month. Congratulations to all. Heart in the Clouds by Jennifer Mistmorgan Self-Published. (Release date: 21 September 2023) He’s a charismatic Australian bomber pilot used to beating the odds.She’s the radio operator he speaks to each night before he flies.He makes a bet that he can steal a kiss….and …
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Book Review | Iola Goulton’s Always by My Side
Book Blurb A hardworking introvert meets a handsome adventurer longing to settle down. Tabitha Thomas longs to leave Trinity Lakes and travel the world in honor of the beloved grandmother who raised her and her siblings. But she’s needed at home—she’s the responsible triplet, the one who stayed home to run the family inn while …
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Devotion | Not of this World …
I've recently returned from my annual trip to Australia to attend the Omega Writers Conference. There is a lot to think of before an overseas trip, and a long list of things to pack. But the most important is my passport. After all, I can borrow or buy anything else I forget. But if I …