Over the last two weeks, I broke down the process of a single book cover and shared some special moments behind my photoshoots. Today, I want to fill you in on what happens after the photoshoot. The first step is to view the pictures. I've taken anywhere from 161 pictures to over 300 in a… Continue reading The Making of a Book Cover: Part 3: Finalizing the Cover and Runner-up Gallery
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Book Review: A Song Unheard by Roseanna M. White
Willa Forsythe is both a violin prodigy and top-notch thief, which makes her the perfect choice for a crucial task at the outset of World War I--to steal a cypher from a famous violinist currently in Wales. Lukas De Wilde has enjoyed the life of fame he's won--until now, when being recognized nearly gets him… Continue reading Book Review: A Song Unheard by Roseanna M. White
The Making of a Book Cover: Part 2: The Photoshoot
Last week, I shared with you the early prep work that goes into the cover. Today, I want to share some of the special moments during the photoshoots themselves. While walking into the shoot knowing that I have to leave with one perfect picture can create a bit of nerves, I try to remind myself that… Continue reading The Making of a Book Cover: Part 2: The Photoshoot
The Making of a Book Cover: Part 1: Location and Set-up
Cover art is the most recognizable factor of any book . . . unless the author's name is so famous that no one looks beyond the name at the picture. Between today and the next two weeks, I want to take you behind the scenes and show you how these covers are made. Now, you… Continue reading The Making of a Book Cover: Part 1: Location and Set-up
Book Review: The Ladies of Ivy Cottage by Julie Klassen
Return to Ivy Hill in The Ladies of Ivy Cottage as friendships deepen, romances blossom, and mysteries unfold. Living with the two Miss Groves in Ivy Cottage, impoverished gentlewoman Rachel Ashford is determined to earn her own livelihood . . . somehow. When the village women encourage her to open a subscription library with the many books… Continue reading Book Review: The Ladies of Ivy Cottage by Julie Klassen
The Truth Behind the SuperMom
The most common question I hear when people find out that I'm a writer and mother of 4 is, "How do you do it all?" I'll tell you how: I don't!!! I often catch women saying something like this: "I never have enough time." Neither do I. "I feel like I'm spinning in circles." Yep,… Continue reading The Truth Behind the SuperMom
Book Review: Holding the Fort by Regina Jennings
Jennings Winningly Combines Humor, History, and Romance Louisa Bell never wanted to be a dance-hall singer, but dire circumstances force her hand. With a little help from her brother in the cavalry, she's able to make ends meet, but lately he's run afoul of his commanding officer, so she undertakes a visit to straighten him… Continue reading Book Review: Holding the Fort by Regina Jennings
2017 Book Awards
Before I hand out awards, I want to list all the 5-star books I've read this year. Each link takes you to the book's Goodreads page where you can add it to your own TBR list and check out my review alongside what others had to say about the book. A Beauty So Rare by Tamera… Continue reading 2017 Book Awards
Book Review: The Austen Escape by Katherine Reay
Falling into the past will change their futures forever. Mary Davies finds safety in her ordered and productive life. Working as an engineer, she genuinely enjoys her job and her colleagues—particularly a certain adorable and intelligent consultant. But something is missing. When Mary’s estranged childhood friend, Isabel Dwyer offers her a two-week stay in a… Continue reading Book Review: The Austen Escape by Katherine Reay
Book Review: Price of Privilege Series by Jessica Dotta
The year is 1838, and seventeen-year-old Julia Elliston’s position has never been more fragile. Orphaned and unmarried in a time when women are legal property of their fathers, husbands, and guardians, she finds herself at the mercy of an anonymous guardian who plans to establish her as a servant in far-off Scotland. With two months… Continue reading Book Review: Price of Privilege Series by Jessica Dotta
Christian Author: A.M. Heath 