Monday: On Monday we faced the mind-boggling (now) question of what would we do if the Internet disappeared? What would we miss? How would we function? Ruth Logan Herne offered two lovely books up for giveaways... The winner of Ruthy's Christmas duo with Linda Goodnight is Elaine Stock! And the winner of the 2-in-1 with Gail Martin is Lila! Congratulations, lovelies!
Wednesday: Mindy Obenhaus pulled back the curtain to reveal her writing process in Where Do I Start (to write a book)?
Friday: Beth shared her opinions on When Not To Read, and gave a wonderful recap of the Christy Awards!
Monday: Missy Tippens is talking about how to train our brains to develop a writing habit. If you're doing NaNoWriMo right now, be sure to stop by to find out how to continue your writing streak! And if you're new to writing or not writing regularly, then come by to find out how to get started. She'll even be providing a "30-Day Writing Habit Challenge" that will give you daily writing prompts!
Wednesday: On Wednesday Ruth Logan Herne is hanging out to talk about the recent Art of Writing Conference and Christy Award Gala she attended in Nashville a few days ago... She rated both as a "MUST DO AGAIN" and that's a little rare for our Ruthy! Stop by Wednesday... Ruthy will be happy to answer questions about the ECPA-sponsored events (Evangelical Christian Publishers Association) and she's got more Christmas book giveaways... See you then, my friends!
Friday: Winnie Griggs is over in Dallas this weekend having a blast at a fun reader con. She'll be by on Friday to tell us all about it and share a writing tip or two.
Ruthy was in Nashville for the 2nd Annual ECPA-sponsored Art of Writing Conference and she saw so many wonderful people there! More about the conference on Wednesday, but here are a few pics of the amazing day at Lipscomb University in Nashville.
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| Ruthy and Beth Jamison of Jamison Editing. Beth edits all of Ruthy's indie work... |
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| Carrie Booth Schmidt and the wonderful Eric Schmidt, Beth Erin, Ruthy, and Suzie W. |
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| Megan Besing and Sara Ella! |
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| Heather Day Gilbert, Michelle Griep and Ruthy (three finalists for Short Form category) |
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| Amazingly wonderful reader and author Kc Frantzen and Heather Gilbert |
Erica Vetsch will be signing books at the Christos BookCenter located at 3611 Salem Rd SW, Rochester, Minnesota 55902. Saturday from 5-7 pm, and Sunday from 8am-12:30 pm. Come by if you're in the area...or drive a long ways and come by anyway! :)
Three Christmas Novellas--previously released though not in print books, only ebooks.
Longhorn Christmas, The Sweetest Gift, The Christmas Candle
Longhorn Christmas Netty Lewis, a lonely young widow is saved from a
raging mama longhorn by a passing cowboy who's been wandering since the
end of the Civil War.She needs help surviving her rugged life and caring
for Jeremiah, her young son. Nettie and Roy, along with Jeremiah
begin a journey toward Christmas, family, home and love.And a herd of
longhorns are making the way hard.
A sweet re-telling of The Gift of the
Magi--with a happy ending. The Sweetest Gift She longs for music. He needs a
valuable horse to improve his herd.When Christmas comes the gift they
truly give is the gift of love.
The Christmas Candle A lonely widower with
a pair of out-of-control sons he never got to know while their mother
was alive.A woman with a love of nature and beauty and scent...and the
little boys seem determined to destroy her way of life.A feisty Ozark
mountain granny who doesn't put up with much nonsense.The gift of a
candle for Christmas and a Christ child who is a perfect match for this
scent of heaven.
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| Missy's Christmas novella, His Perfect Christmas, has released! Click here for more info. From Romance Writers of America RITA® Award finalist author Missy Tippens comes the Home to Dahlia, Georgia, series of novellas. Unlucky in love, police deputy Hardy Greenway has spent his life in the friend zone. But now he’s fallen hard for the girlfriend of his nemesis. Dori Blanchette has been waiting for a proposal from her boyfriend, but how can she say yes when she has feelings for Hardy? With Christmas tree ornaments playing spontaneously and secrets being revealed, there’s no telling who will end up together at Christmas! Welcome to Dahlia, Georgia, where everyone feels welcome! |
COVER REVEAL
AMISH SAFE HOUSE
By
DEBBY GIUSTI
The second book in the new Love Inspired Suspense
Amish Witness Protection Continuity
AMISH SAFE HOUSE
Hiding in Plain Sight
The second thrilling Amish Witness Protection
novel
After Julia Bradford’s son witnesses a gang
shooting, hiding in witness protection on Abraham King’s Amish farm is the only
hope the Englischer and her children
have. Even as danger closes in, Julia is drawn to the community’s peaceful
ways—and the ex-cop turned Amish protector. But when their location is
discovered, can Abraham protect her family…and possibly have a future by her
side?
Pre-order HERE!
You'll also find Debby chatting on the
Christian Fiction Readers Retreat Blog:
Writers Beware of the Legal Pitfalls-Copyright Basics pt 3 by Karen Van Den Heuval at Thyme For Writers
12 Weeks to a First Draft by Writer's Digest University at Writer's Digest
The Benefits and Drawbacks of Immersion for Writers by Hayley Watkins at Live Write Thrive
In Loving Memory
Bonnie Roof
Bonnie Roof
Beloved supporter of Christian fiction, authors and readers, long-time Seekervillager Bonnie Roof went home to Jesus on November 7, 2018. Not only did Bonnie love and promote authors whenever she could, she was also a faithful prayer warrior. With Seekers Annie & Carrie, she started the Christian Fiction Readers Retreat in 2016, and they personally counted her a dear friend. One that will not easily be forgotten and whose impact will be felt for years to come. Earth is emptier, but oh the rejoicing in heaven as she dances with her Savior.
Condolences can be left for the family HERE.
Now I'm weepy... that picture of Mary, Carrie, Bonnie and me from the first Christian Fiction Readers Retreat... it was a dream come true for Bonnie. She longed for a platform that would bring authors and readers of Christian fiction together and Carrie, Annie and Beth Erin made it happen... Huge thanks to them and all the back-scenes folks that make that happen, including husbands! They made a woman's dream come true and began a tradition that burns so brightly.
ReplyDeleteBonnie will be missed... but oh, how she gave as she lived! Contagious joy was her middle name.
Carrie... thank you for posting this!
well now I'M weepy <3 Love you, dear Ruthy!
DeleteYes, she was such a sweet, generous woman.
DeleteYes, Bonnie will be missed! What a joy for her, though, that not only is she rejoicing in heaven, but that her earthly desire for the Christian Fiction Readers Retreat became a reality and she was able to participate. She was a woman who touched many lives.
ReplyDeleteAnd this WE is packed full, isn't it? I can't wait until next week when we hear from Ruthy and Winnie about their experiences in the wide world of writing!
I'm writing this morning, then heading to my part-time seasonal job this afternoon. Santa is coming!!!
Have a great Saturday, everyone!
I'm excited to talk about this new opportunity on Wednesday! It will be fun... and I'll talk between baking and making jam for the Sisters of St. Joseph annual Christmas Sale... We get to donate lots of delicious farm goodies for the sisters sale and it's so much fun to go to the Motherhouse and see so many sweet faces. God is good!
DeleteWait... are you helping at Bass Pro????? ARE YOU AN ELF????
DeleteLove the pics! Thank you!
ReplyDeleteAnd congrats on the great cover, Debby!
Wish I'd have had to opportunity to meet Bonnie. I've heard so many wonderful things about her.
Thanks, Glynna!
DeleteA sweet, lovely tribute to precious Bonnie Roof. I was so very blessed to meet her at the first CFRR, and then corresponded with her after that. Such an amazing lady. She will be missed by so many, and I'm praying for her family.
ReplyDeleteRUTHY!! SO proud of you being a Christy Finalist (yes, my kitties and I were gathered around the computer cheering for you during the event!). You truly are an inspiration to me and many others. :)
Happy Weekend, my friends! Stay safe and warm.
In my Georgia neighborhood, it's a gorgeous sunny day with very chilly temps - - I love it! (I am NOT a summer person, LOL)
Hugs, Patti Jo
I am revelling in the cooler temps, too! Planning outdoor Christmas stuff before our first significant snow and wind and all that... no sense waiting for a blizzard to hook up lights!
DeletePatti Jo, you are such a blessing. I love you!!!!
Bonnie was a special lady who loved the Lord and exuded that love wherever she went. I was blessed to meet her at the first CFRR and reconnected at the second event. We kept in touch through cards, letters and emails, and she was always on my heart and in my prayers. She leaves behind an amazing legacy as CFRR continues--thanks to the other co-founders: Carrie, Annie and Beth--to bring readers and writers together, touching lives and spreading joy, which is what Bonnie always did. Like many of you, I grieve her passing but rejoice, knowing she is home with Jesus!
ReplyDeleteRuthy, so proud of your Christy nomination! What an honor! Love the pics! So glad Carrie and Beth could be there as well.
I'm excited about the new releases! Yay, Mary and Missy!
Congrats to the winners this week!
Debby, I love your new cover!!
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DeleteDebby, I just pre-ordered that book! OH MY STARS, it looks marvelous! I can't wait to brag on it on facebook and twitter!!!!
DeleteWow! So many fun things happening in Seekerville! Congrats to everyone on their new releases.
ReplyDeleteAnd I was so blessed to have met Bonnie at CFRR 2017. What a wonderful lady. I know she will be missed, but I am happy knowing that she is at peace now.
Amen to that...
DeleteCondolences to Bonnie's family. What a blessing to know how many lives she touched beautifully!
ReplyDeleteOh myyyy. The Art of Writing Conference and Christy Awards were even better this year than last if it's possible.
Why YES it IS possible because I got to meet, live and in person, Ruthy, Beth and Heather... And several others.
We learned SO much. I tell you, Donald Miller started us off with an hour on this topic: https://www.amazon.com/Building-StoryBrand-Clarify-Message-Customers/dp/0718033329
WAWZAH. That's a MUST read... I took 9 PAGES of notes, writing as fast as I could. Thankfully we were all gifted a copy of the book. Can't wait to delve in, but I'm reading "A Light So Lovely" - another Christy finalist. The author held a wonderful session on making our books last beyond ourselves...
And on and on...
At the dinner, I sat with 2 ladies from Bible Society Australia/Acorn Press, and another lady who handles the Spanish division of a major publisher (mostly translations she said), a literary agent and a copy editor/proofreader, with whom I'm to have lunch on Monday.
We got to CHEER RUTHY and HEATHER on, as well as several others... See Chris Fabry inducted into the Hall of Fame, listen to Charles Martin and Francine Rivers... Hear from Jerry Jenkins... On it went.
Y'all come next year! Still a glow from this year and SO many books in my possession now to savor. FAB!
Debby - great cover! All the best to you with your newest!
Take care everyone, enjoy rest of the weekend!
KC, how exciting that you attended the Christy Awards. Sounds as if you go each year. I'm only four hours from Nashville. Something to consider for next year! Would love to meet in person!
DeleteKc, I was so excited to meet you and now I've got my very own MAY the CANINE SPY dog! :) What a kind and giving heart you've got, and a personality that fills a room. An absolute pleasure to meet in person!
DeleteAnd my goal is to attend next year again, with or without a finaling book.... it was a great way to connect with people. Publishers... readers... bloggers... and other writers. Such a wonderfully crafted experience!
DeleteIt's going to be a cold one on this Sunday. When I woke up the inside temp was 61. I have since turned on 3 tiny space heaters and it has now increased to 64. Outside it is 23. Cold has come to the South.
ReplyDeleteLooking forward to a great day at church. I'm teaching children's church and Master Clubs.
I loved watching the Christy Awards live on facebook. I was hoping to get a chance to see Ruthy. Thanks for all the pictures.
Stay warm, Wilani. Winter has come to the South!
DeleteWell, darlin', you have to WIN to get on camera, LOL! Another time, maybe??? But I was so very happy just to final, that was an amazing thing to me... Forever going forward I am now a "Christy Award Finalist"... and that's a nice blip on my resume! :)
DeleteWhy is it so cold there??? You're in the mountains, aren't you? Stay warm, Wilani! Grab those sweaters!
Yes I am in the mountains. They were calling for snow this next week.
DeleteI will admit that the category you were in Ruthy also had one of the authors whose street team I am on. I wanted both you and Heather to win. I am also on Becky Wade's team. You're right it is a great honor just to be a finalist.
I had to laugh today with my preschoolers. One of them prayed for Christmas to hurry up and get here!
Now I am getting ready to teach Master Clubs tonight and then if time I'll get in a nap.
I hope to be able to write after church tonight.
While sitting in the adult Sunday School Class two more story ideas popped in my head. I jotted down the ideas on the pad of paper I keep in my purse. I want to flesh them out a little more but they must wait until later.
Hugs! She will be missed!
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What a wonderful tribute. I've had much to thank Seeker prayer warriors over the years. Could someone please tell me what name Bonnie used on her posts here at Seekerville?
Vince
I believe she signed in as Bonton.
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