Sometimes, I feel like happily-ever-after romance gets a bad rap. “It’s not realistic,” the nay-sayers proclaim. “Just wait until AFTER the honeymoon,” they warn. “Endings shouldn’t always be happy!” they demand. And sure, I get it. Relationships take a lot of work, and too many marriages these days end up broken and dissolved. I’d bet […]
Being Late Led Me To My Future Husband + #giveaway
I can’t believe it, but on this day 22 years ago, I was upstairs in our church loft, wedding gown on, ready to walk down the aisle, watching guests arrive and park across the street as I peeked out the small window. Organized to a fault, I’d padded the schedule to make sure nothing, no-thing, […]
A Romance Lover’s Dream & #FreeBook
Happy July! Here in the states for many of that means extra time to read while on vacation, lounging beside a swimming pool or on the beach. LOL I’m not that fortunate, but I’m happy to read anywhere. To assist you with your summer romance reading I’m offering A Love Song for Kayla for free–today […]
Life in the Great Outdoors (or Thereabout)
We have plans to visit some friends in sunny Florida later this summer, and I asked our friends for suggestions about the things we could do while we’re there. One idea they came up with was a safari ride. Outdoors. In an open-sided bus. In the summer in Florida. Oh, and the biggest selling point […]
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 […]
Bella Notte is Here! (+ a #Giveaway)
Has anybody else had a crazy year? Some days, I’m not sure whether I’m coming or going, and some days I can’t tell up from down. Despite all that, it’s been a good year. God is good, and His faithfulness amazes me. All. The. Time. Last month, I shared the opening scene from Bella Notte […]
Swooning Over The Middle
I was raised to enjoy television and one of my favorite things to do is have it on as I work. I also love to pick it apart and talk about what I loved, or didn’t. If you follow me on Facebook, I’ve had a lot of fun sharing my thoughts live during This is […]
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 […]
Love, Strawberry Jam, and Oreos
I have a friend who makes jam. Strawberry jam, to be exact. It’s amazing, too — definitely the best jam I’ve ever had in my life. I asked her one time why she goes through all the effort of making her own jam, and her answer was pretty simple. People like it, and her husband […]
When Opposites Attract (& Drive Each Other Crazy) + #Giveaway
My hubby and I are complete opposites. He’s an early riser; I’m a night owl. He’s generous; I’m frugal. He loves being in the spotlight and talking to people; I’m an introverted writer. You get the picture. ;) It’s a wonder we get along, but ironically and amazingly enough, the ways in which we are […]