When I thought about taking the step from writing as a hobby to a commitment toward publication, I didn’t dream of glamour, money, or having a cardboard replica of me and my bestseller at Barnes and Noble. No, I had one fantasy. I would be part of a Christmas collection. Earlier in my journey, I […]
Roundup of Blogs
Several of the inspy authors have personal blogs also. I thought since you’re here–you know at a blog–and you like it, you might want to check out more. So here’s the roundup in alphabetical order: Julie Arduini’s blog – Surrender Issues and Chocolate features inspiring messages of surrender, book reviews, faith issues, family, writing, a […]
On Dates and Dating Mishaps
I’ve been plotting a new Madison Creek story. (In the back of my mind- since I’m busy with some other projects- and I could use some help.) So today, let’s talk dates. And not-so-great dates. This new story will have a few dating “mistakes.” You might be thinking, I’m married and I don’t do dates anymore. Well, […]
Counting on the Cowboy #Giveaway Shannon Taylor Vannatter
Hi Inspy Romance readers! I met Shannon Taylor Vannatter at the ACFW Conference last fall, and I’m excited for her to share about her new novel and how it came about! So here’s Shannon and her story: Long ago and shortly after I was born, my parents left their rural Arkansas home to follow […]
First Love
I was looking for inspiration when I read Krista’s post about Will and Hanna from The Engagement Plot. She mentioned the sparks and conflict between them, and how it made for characters close to her heart. I started my new romance, Anchored, and I think I need to start over because I’m just not feeling […]
Fan-girling with Lisa Wingate by Janet W. Ferguson!
Today I’m super excited to ask a few questions of one of my favorite authors, Lisa Wingate! Welcome, Lisa! I loved reading the Carolina Chronicles series of novels, especially The Sea Keeper’s Daughters, The Prayer Box, and The Story Keeper. I adored the books for the excellent writing, the vivid characters, and the beach! I’m […]
Book Review: Calming the Storm by Melanie D. Snitker
A marriage of convenience isn’t exactly what she had in mind. After a rocky start, Rachel Peters finally has her life on track. Then a tragic accident takes away her sister and leaves her to raise her niece, Kendra, alone. About to lose custody of her last blood relative, Rachel is desperate to prove she […]
The Office Romance
With summer winding down, I’m finishing up a middle grade novella with our teenaged daughter, but I’m already gearing up to start my rough draft for my newest contemporary romance series, Surrendering Opinions. This will be a 6 book series about “The Connor Six,” sextuplets kept in the national spotlight because of tragedy. Each sibling […]
So I Have This Thing for Puppies
Happy National Puppy Day! Yep, it’s a thing. How fitting that I’m blogging today, because I definitely have a thing for puppies. Apparently I’m not alone in my obsession affection for these furry friends, either. According to this article in Forbes, the ASPCA estimates 44% of American households own a dog. The American Pet Products Association says […]
Sarah Monzon on Fathers: Real, Fictional, & Heavenly ** Plus a #Giveaway!
Fathers are so important, but what happens if someone doesn’t have that paternal figure, due to death or desertion? All kinds of fatherly back stories find their way into my novels from deceased one of Sarah Beth in Leaving Oxford to the terrible paternal background of Dylan Conner in Going Up South, to the wonderful country-talking […]