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 …
Author Spotlight | Getting to know Deanna Nowadick
Today our author spotlight features Deanna Nowadick who talks about her latest release. A devotional I am happy to recommend. Rapid questions Long black or flat white? I’m a writer from the Seattle area of Washington state who starts EVERY day with an iced latte. I’d love to find myself in Australia one day ordering …
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Tuesday Book Chat | What Books Have You Read That Are Unforgettable?
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 books have you read that are unforgettable? We look forward to hearing your thoughts. Please join in the conversation by commenting on this post or on the blog post shared in …
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Devotion: Faith or Fear?
1 John 4 v. 18 NIV There is no fear in love. But perfect love casts out fear because fear has to do with punishment. The one who fears is not made perfect in love. It was a beautiful day in the school holidays and I had decided to take 5 of our grandchildren aged …
Book Review | Her Cowboy Blind Date By Narelle Atkins
Today I am reviewing Her Cowboy Blind Date by Narelle Atkins Book Description 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 cusp of realizing his …
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Introducing Cindy Woodsmall, Erin Woodsmall and Until Then
Narelle here. I’m excited to share an interview with Cindy Woodsmall and Erin Woodsmall talking about their new book, Until Then, that’s releasing in September 2023. Cindy, what inspired you to write Until Then? I had a strong heart’s desire to explore how we as humans often have unmet longings and dreams to develop gifts …
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Tuesday Book Chat | Do You Prefer To Buy Ebooks Or Borrow Them From An Online Retailer or Public Library?
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 prefer to buy ebooks or borrow them from an online retailer or public library? We look forward to hearing your thoughts. Please join in the conversation by commenting on this …
Fiction Friday – Indigo Isle by T.I. Lowe
Today for Fiction Friday I’m sharing my book recommendation for Indigo Isle by T.I. Lowe. Here's the book description: “Storms show up and there ain’t a thing we can do to stop them.” Sonny Bates left South Carolina fifteen years ago and never looked back. Now she’s a successful Hollywood location scout who travels the world, …
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Running your own giveaways – the why and how
The Problem We've written a book and for most of us, that is a major, major accomplishment. It might have taken between one and ten years of work and represents much blood, sweat, and angst. But then the book sits there and the world goes on. How does an author get reviews, sales, and opportunities …
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Let’s Invest Our Time, Not Just Spend It
Every one of us is here for a reason beyond ourselves. It’s easy to forget that sometimes. We get so caught up in the demands of daily life that it’s easy to lose sight of the longer timeline, the broader view, the deeper perspective. Time is precious. There’s a set limit to how much we …