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Monday: Jan showed us how heroes come in all forms with the same basic criteria in her post What Is A Hero?

Tuesday: Pepper offered some excellent places to find your own Bookish Cheerleaders

Wednesday: Debby Giusti talked about the content in the front of the book in her post Front Matter...Back Matter...What Matter? The winners of Amish Blast Investigation are Connie Porter Saunders and Kathy Bailey. Congrats, ladies!

Thursday: Winnie talked to us about her recent trip to Deadwood, South Dakota. Winners of her giveaway of choice of any of her books are Glynis, Sandy Smith and Karen Jennings

Monday: Erica Vetsch will chat about Five Ways to NOT Start a Story. :)

Wednesday: Cate will be here to chat about Taylor Swift and Persistence

AMISH BLAST INVESTIGATION

Releasing June 27!

A deadly explosion.
A dangerous search for the truth.

After an explosion rocks Becca Klein’s bakery and kills one of her customers, she teams up with the victim’s son to find justice. Though estranged from his father, Englischer Luke Snyder is compelled to help the Amish woman uncover why his father died. But ruthless killers believe Luke’s father gave Becca something they want, and they’ll stop at nothing to get it. Can Luke keep Becca safe until they discover the truth?

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Walking Through the Valley of Writing by Martin Wiles at The Write Conversation

5 Ways to Build an Audience for a Debut Book by Daniel Parsons at Self-Publishing Formula

What Happens When You Don't Know Your Character's Backstory? by Kristina Adams at The Writer's Cookbook

Creating a Writer's Bullet Journal by Nicole Sattler at Bullet Journal

Your Character's Ghost vs Wound vs Lie vs Weakness by KM Weiland at Helping Writers Become Authors

Writerly Advice That Is Worth Listening To by CS Lakin at Live Write Thrive

7 Tips to Help You Grow Your Social Media Without Sacrificing Time to Write by Edie Melson at The Write Conversation

4 Tips for Using Your Blog as a Marketing Tool by Staci Mauney at Book Brush blog

Victim, Villain, Antagonist by Debbie Burke at Kill Zone blog

How to Research by Toni Shiloh at Learn How To Write A Novel

Weekend Edition

  

If you are not familiar with our giveaway rules, take a minute to read them here. It keeps us all happy! All winners should send their name, address, and phone number to claim prizes.  Please send to Seekerville2@gmail.com. If the winner does not contact us within two weeks, another winner may be selected. **(All winners' emails will receive a response within a week. If you do not receive an acknowledgement, we may not have received it. Please leave a comment in the following Weekend Edition.)

Tuesday: Dana offered us a glimpse into her schedule with My Summer To Do List

Wednesday: Ruthy on Hiatus but still with us as we scooped up a throwback post on 8 Clues on Writing a Cozy Mystery

Thursday: Pam offered a bit of promotion for ACFW Storyfest Takeover Blitz - PLUS a Not To Be Missed GIVEAWAY!

Monday: Jan will be sharing some musings about heroes and how to turn real-life, flesh-and-blood heroes into a swoon-worthy hero for your inspirational romance.

Tuesday: Pepper is our hostess today! 

Wednesday: Debby Giusti will be talking about her upcoming release, AMISH BLAST INVESTIGATION, and other writing tidbits. Be sure to stop by and leave a comment.

Thursday: Winnie is our hostess today! 

  

Jan is pleased to announce that The Case of the Artist's Mistake is a semi-finalist in the ACFW Carol Award contest!

AMISH BLAST INVESTIGATION

Releasing June 27!

A deadly explosion.
A dangerous search for the truth.

After an explosion rocks Becca Klein’s bakery and kills one of her customers, she teams up with the victim’s son to find justice. Though estranged from his father, Englischer Luke Snyder is compelled to help the Amish woman uncover why his father died. But ruthless killers believe Luke’s father gave Becca something they want, and they’ll stop at nothing to get it. Can Luke keep Becca safe until they discover the truth?

Pre-Order

HERE!

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7 Tips for Writing a Book Review by Tina Radcliffe

Does Your Character Have Integrity? by DiAnn Mills at Lonestar Literary Life

The Daily Routine of a Full-Time Writer by KM Weiland at Helping Writers Become Authors

The Perils of Responding to Criticism by Tamela Hancock Murray at Steve Laube Agency blog

Novel Marketing and Christian Publishing with Thomas Umstattd Jr at The Creative Penn

The Healthy Writer by Emilie Haney at Learn How To Write A Novel

Develop a Pre-Writing Routine and Make Your Writing Productivity Soar by Larry Leech at The Write Conversation

When Do You Need an Author Website by Grace Bialecki at Jane Friedman

Picking the Perfect Thoughts to Italicize by Janice Hardy at Fiction University

Enneagram Bullet Journal Set Up by Natasha Miller at The Bullet Journal

Weekend Edition

  

If you are not familiar with our giveaway rules, take a minute to read them here. It keeps us all happy! All winners should send their name, address, and phone number to claim prizes.  Please send to Seekerville2@gmail.com. If the winner does not contact us within two weeks, another winner may be selected. **(All winners' emails will receive a response within a week. If you do not receive an acknowledgement, we may not have received it. Please leave a comment in the following Weekend Edition.)

Monday: Mary has a new book out! The winner of a copy of Laws of Attraction is JCO.

Wednesday: Mindy was here to share her thoughts on Building Your Readership. The winner of a copy of Loving the Rancher's Children is. . . Glynis!

Monday: Jaime is our hostess

Tuesday: Dana is our hostess 

Wednesday: Our Best of Ruthy series continues with 8 Clues About Writing A Cozy Mystery

Thursday: Pam brings us news about the ACFW Storyfest Readers Retreat. You don't want to miss this, so mark your calendars. 

  

AMISH BLAST INVESTIGATION

Releasing June 27!

A deadly explosion.
A dangerous search for the truth.

After an explosion rocks Becca Klein’s bakery and kills one of her customers, she teams up with the victim’s son to find justice. Though estranged from his father, Englischer Luke Snyder is compelled to help the Amish woman uncover why his father died. But ruthless killers believe Luke’s father gave Becca something they want, and they’ll stop at nothing to get it. Can Luke keep Becca safe until they discover the truth?

Pre-Order

HERE!

The Element of Love

is

ON SALE FOR $2.99

in all ebook formats.

For Kindle

For Nook

And if there are other ebook formats I don't know what they are but the book is for sale on them, too.

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Imposter Syndrome for Writers is a Real Thing by KM Weiland at Helping Writers Become Authors

Phrases You're Probably Using Wrong by Tiffany Yates Martin at Writer UnBoxed

Don't Write the Book Without the Blueprint by Megan Brown at Steve Laube Agency blog

Television Tropes by Terry Odell at Killzone blog

Advantages of Establishing a Writing Routine by Lisa Jordan at Learn How To Write A Novel

Sometimes Writers Need Soul Care When Things Go Right by Edie Melson at The Write Conversation

Why No One is Reading Past Your First Chapter by Janice Hardy at Fiction University

How to Develop Your Story's Themes by Kristen Kieffer at Well-Storied

The Varied Paths of Traditional vs. Self Publishing by Laura Vanarendonk Baugh at Writers In The Storm

10 Tips for Writing a Boring Story by Kelley JP Lindberg at Rocky Mountain Fiction Writers (RMFW) blog

Spring Weeknight Dinner of the Week Chicken with Creamy Mushroom and Snap Peas at Food Network

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If you are not familiar with our giveaway rules, take a minute to read them here. It keeps us all happy! All winners should send their name, address, and phone number to claim prizes.  Please send to Seekerville2@gmail.com. If the winner does not contact us within two weeks, another winner may be selected. **(All winners' emails will receive a response within a week. If you do not receive an acknowledgement, we may not have received it. Please leave a comment in the following Weekend Edition.)

Monday: Memorial Day - Seekerville Closed

Thursday: Audra shared her thoughts on the Power of Setting

Monday: Mary will be in the house today!

Wednesday: Mindy will be here to share with us.

AMISH BLAST INVESTIGATION

In Stores NOW!

A deadly explosion.
A dangerous search for the truth.

After an explosion rocks Becca Klein’s bakery and kills one of her customers, she teams up with the victim’s son to find justice. Though estranged from his father, Englischer Luke Snyder is compelled to help the Amish woman uncover why his father died. But ruthless killers believe Luke’s father gave Becca something they want, and they’ll stop at nothing to get it. Can Luke keep Becca safe until they discover the truth?

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HERE!

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21 Bible Verses to Use to Pray for Your Writing by Edie Melson at The Write Conversation

Starting Over. It Never Gets Easier by PJ Parrish at Killzone blog

Lead Magnets to Promote Your New Release by Jennifer Chastain at Learn How To Write A Novel

How to Keep Writing as a Stay At Home Parent (Without Losing Your Mind) by Geoff White at The Writer's Cookbook

Understanding Permission: Legal Considerations for Writers by William Bernhardt at Book Brush blog

The Writer Who Doesn't Know What They Don't Know by Lynette Eason at Steve Laube agency

Two Success Factors No One Wants To Talk About by Jaime Buckley at Writers In The Storm

How to Balance Passion and Profit by Daniel Parsons at Self-Publishing Formula

Why Story Endings are often Predictable - And That's Okay by CS Lakin at Live Write Thrive

How Point Of View Can Solve Your Writing Problems by Janice Hardy at Fiction University

Weekend Edition

  

If you are not familiar with our giveaway rules, take a minute to read them here. It keeps us all happy! All winners should send their name, address, and phone number to claim prizes.  Please send to Seekerville2@gmail.com. If the winner does not contact us within two weeks, another winner may be selected. **(All winners' emails will receive a response within a week. If you do not receive an acknowledgement, we may not have received it. Please leave a comment in the following Weekend Edition.)

Monday: Erica gave some thoughts on why authors don't often get to keep their original titles.

Wednesday: Cate put on her educator's hat and talked about Lessons from a Classroom: The Power of Yet

Thursday: Pam engaged with her discussion of A Deep Dive into Retractable Vinyl Banners

Monday: Memorial Day - Seekerville closed. Join in celebrating our freedoms and our Veterans!!

Thursday: Audra will be talking about the Power of Setting  

  

Now Available!

Book three in best-selling author Mindy Obenhaus's Hope Crossing series.

A short-term solution could lead to long-term love.

When Alli Krenek returns to her hometown, she's surprised to find herself agreeing to become a nanny to Jake Walker's children. Seventeen years ago, Jake betrayed Alli's trust, and she's avoided him ever since. But the more time she spends with Jake, the more his two little ones melt her heart and Alli beings to see the man Jake has become. Is this their chance to finally heal old wounds?

Get your copy today!

  Amazon, ChristianBook.com, Barnes and Noble, Walmart, Target

AMISH BLAST INVESTIGATION

A June 2023 Release!

A deadly explosion.
A dangerous search for the truth.

After an explosion rocks Becca Klein’s bakery and kills one of her customers, she teams up with the victim’s son to find justice. Though estranged from his father, Englischer Luke Snyder is compelled to help the Amish woman uncover why his father died. But ruthless killers believe Luke’s father gave Becca something they want, and they’ll stop at nothing to get it. Can Luke keep Becca safe until they discover the truth?

Pre-Order

HERE!

Disclaimer: Any blog post that includes an offer of product purchase or service is NOT to be considered an endorsement by Seekerville or any of our authors (please see our Legal page )

To Set Beta Reader Expectations, Have an Honest Discussion by Lisa Cooper Ellison at Jane Friedman

Vision Boards for Writers: Ways to Achieve Your Dreams by Sarah Rexford at Write To Done

What if My Readers Listen? by Peter Leavell at Learn How To Write A Novel

Does FOMO Rule Your Writing Life? by LA Sartor at An Indie Adventure

How to Create Insanely Complex Characters Using "Shadow Theory" by KM Weiland at Helping Writers Become Authors

9 Best AI Tools for Essays, Business and Blogs by Sarah Oakley at ProWritingAid

I was Right all Along - How to Write the Right Way by Johnny B Truant at Writers In The Storm

Tips for Distant Settings (redux) by Terry Odell at Killzone blog

Common Obstacles Writers Face: Perfectionism by Henry McLaughlin at The Write Conversation

Querying Basics: 5 tips for Landing a Literary Agent by Dario Villirilli at Live Write Thrive

Weekend Edition

  

If you are not familiar with our giveaway rules, take a minute to read them here. It keeps us all happy! All winners should send their name, address, and phone number to claim prizes.  Please send to Seekerville2@gmail.com. If the winner does not contact us within two weeks, another winner may be selected. **(All winners' emails will receive a response within a week. If you do not receive an acknowledgement, we may not have received it. Please leave a comment in the following Weekend Edition.)

Monday: Jan Drexler talked about using internal conflict to deepen our stories. Winner of an Amazon gift card is Kathy Bailey. Congratulations KayBee!

Wednesday: Debby Giusti gave us a peek into her June release: AMISH BLAST INVESTIGATION. The winners receiving a copy of Debby's book are Sandy T and Jackie Tessnair!

Thursday: Winnie Griggs talked about Revealing Emotion Using Show vs Tell. The winner of her giveaway is AbbyH

Monday: Erica will be chatting about book titles.

Wednesday: Cate will be talking about the power of YET and how it applies to writers.

Thursday: Pam has something exciting up her sleeve! 

  

AMISH BLAST INVESTIGATION

A June 2023 Release!

A deadly explosion.
A dangerous search for the truth.

After an explosion rocks Becca Klein’s bakery and kills one of her customers, she teams up with the victim’s son to find justice. Though estranged from his father, Englischer Luke Snyder is compelled to help the Amish woman uncover why his father died. But ruthless killers believe Luke’s father gave Becca something they want, and they’ll stop at nothing to get it. Can Luke keep Becca safe until they discover the truth?

Pre-Order

HERE!

It's release day for Disarming His Heart!! 

And to celebrate I'm having a release party, complete with oodles of prizes and fun discussions. To join in the fun, simply head on over to The Reader Group

A sharpshooter hiding her identity. A preacher with a guilty past. Will secrets ruin their shot at love?

Violet Taylor leads a double life. She performs in a traveling show as the mysterious Masked Marvel, a daring and commanding sharpshooter. But in real life, she holds back and allows others to lead the way. When an accident puts her arm in a sling, she has to scramble to protect the secret of her identity as the Masked Marvel. So she enlists the help of her identical twin sister, a “townie” dressmaker, to secretly swap places until her arm heals. But that means she must also take on her sister’s role as director of a children’s church program. There’s just one hitch. Her sister sweet on Pastor Carson, the program’s codirector, so Violet has to make sure not to mess anything up with him.

Pastor Carson Davis became guardian to an orphaned nine-year-old six months ago and has been struggling to build a relationship with the boy ever since. It’s to the point where he’s begun to wonder if he’s even fit to be a pastor. Could finding himself a wife who’d be a proper mother figure for his foster son be the solution?

As Violet and Carson work together on the children’s program the attraction between them grows. But awareness of her sister’s feelings and guilt over her deception hold Violet back.
Little does she know that Carson is harboring secrets of his own…

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Changing Your Bullet Journal to Make the Method Work for You by Mikaelah Holback at Bullet Journal blog

Book Promotion on a Budget - Tips for a Beginner Writer by James Daily at Your First 10K Readers

How to Choose a Good Editor by Daniel Parsons at Self-Publishing Formula

What's the Difference Between Editing and Revising? by Kristen Kieffer at Well-Storied

6 Questions to Get to the Heart of Your Story by CS Lakin at Live Write Thrive

Why There's No Such Thing as "Just A Story" by KM Weiland at Helping Writers Become Authors

Healing Your Character's Emotional Wound by Lisa Jordan at Learn How To Write A Novel

Character Voice vs Author Voice by Michelle Barker at Writers Helping Writers

Ignite Your Readers Imagination with the Inciting Incident by Lynette M Burrows at Writers In The Storm

Using ChatGPT for Research? Use Exceeding Care by Susanne Dunlap at Jane Friedman