ACFW Mix & Mingle

September 9, 2014By Karen Barnett 7 Comments
ACFW Mix & Mingle

The 2014 American Christian Fiction Writers Conference (ACFW) is quickly approaching, and I’m seeing many excited “Who’s going?” posts popping up on Facebook. I hadn’t planned on attending this year, but after one of my dear friends–Marilyn Rhoads–became a finalist in the ACFW Genesis contest, I couldn’t wait to cheer her on at the awards gala. … Read More

Tell Me: What Makes Great Historical Fiction?

September 5, 2014By Karen Barnett 15 Comments

I’m curious . . . what makes a historical novel “great” in your eyes?  What features draw you into the story? For some it may be the romantic thread, for others it could be a desire to experience a specific time period. Here are four characteristics of great historical fiction that never fail to hook me. … Read More