The bulk of Christian historical fiction is set in America, but what do you do if you love Jane Austen, Jane Eyre and everything Regency? Look no further. Julie Klassen is the perfect author for you. I just finished reading The Apothecary’s Daughter and enjoyed following Lilly Haswell as she attempts to navigate the fine line dividing her father’s world … Read More
Month: January 2012
What is a weekend? Downton Returns.
“What is a weekend?” Maggie Smith as Lady Grantham, the Dowager Countess. What makes Downton Abbey my favorite show? Oh, my…where do I begin? A unique time period. Beginning with the sinking of the Titanic and continuing through the first World War, the show embraces a period of massive change–both socially and technologically. Gorgeous sets … Read More
A Single Word
I have read several things lately about people choosing–or praying to receive–a single word that will represent 2012 for them. One of my writer friends, Jessica Patch, wrote a fantastic blog post about her word for the year, “Strength.” Author Debbie Macomber was featured in this month’s edition of Guideposts magazine, writing about choosing a single word … Read More
Six Resolutions for Aspiring Writers
This is the time of year that many people dust off their dreams and make resolutions to help them achieve their goals. I did that several years ago and set out to follow my dream to become a writer. In case you’re just starting out, I thought I’d offer what I think are six of … Read More