I'm hosting a Facebook party starting Saturday. It's a fun little gathering where history and Christian fiction meet. As a Civil War novelist, I had studied several important moments in American history, but Lee's surrender to Grant was always a highlight for me. Celebrating History is a 4-day party so they'll be plenty of time… Continue reading Facebook Party and Giveaway!!
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Behind the Scenes: Character Development: The Underdeveloped
I'm doing a 4-month blog series on character development. I want this series to be both for the writer and the reader. I hope to fellowship with other authors and pass along some tips while also entertaining the readers by showing you a side of your favorite characters that you've never seen before. If you're… Continue reading Behind the Scenes: Character Development: The Underdeveloped
Book Review: Ignite Your Passion for God by Kay Arthur and Mark Sheldrake
At different times in our spiritual journey, we may discover that we’ve somehow developed apathy toward the things of God. Instead of being fueled by spiritual passion, our faith seems to be running on autopilot—or maybe sputtering to a halt as we seek excuses to avoid spiritual engagement. Through this six-week study, your eyes will… Continue reading Book Review: Ignite Your Passion for God by Kay Arthur and Mark Sheldrake
Book Review: Flirtation Walk
West Point History Comes Alive in this Warmhearted Romance Trying to escape the shambles her con-man father has made of their reputation, Lucinda Curtis arrives in West Point, New York, determined to land a husband from the military academy. Campbell Conklin is first in his class and preparing to embark upon a storied career in… Continue reading Book Review: Flirtation Walk
Civil War Research Book Review: The Writer’s Guide to Everyday Life in the 1800s by Marc McCutcheon
The wonderful and fascinating details of the 1800s have been gathered into one interesting volume, in which McCutcheon has included quotes from 19th-century citizens concerning or describing hairstyles and fashion, favorite swear words and slang, jokes of the period, courtship and marriage rituals, and more. A must for both fiction and nonfiction historical writers. Oh… Continue reading Civil War Research Book Review: The Writer’s Guide to Everyday Life in the 1800s by Marc McCutcheon
Journey to Love Winner
Thanks to all those that participated! I enjoyed reading the verses you shared. Congratulations to Kim Hampton!! Amanda will contact you soon. 🙂 Looking for more giveaways? If you love history and Christian fiction, I encourage you to attend a Facebook party that I'll be hosting starting April 9th. The party is open to everyone.… Continue reading Journey to Love Winner
Civil War Letters: A Southern Dinner
The longer the war lasted, the harder it was to find food on Southern tables. We often read about the soldier's fare, but what were they eating at home? I had the pleasure of reading some interesting accounts of Southern meals from 1865 written by Eliza Frances Andrews. Enjoy! "She had such a dinner as… Continue reading Civil War Letters: A Southern Dinner
Book Review: The Colonel’s Lady by Laura Frantz
In 1779, when genteel Virginia spinster Roxanna Rowan arrives at the Kentucky fort commanded by Colonel Cassius McLinn, she finds that her officer father has died. Penniless and destitute, Roxanna is forced to take her father's place as scrivener. Before long, it's clear that the colonel himself is attracted to her. But she soon realizes… Continue reading Book Review: The Colonel’s Lady by Laura Frantz
GIVEAWAY and Book Review:Journey to Love by Amanda Tero
Now orphaned, Marie is swept miles away from the only life she knew to be sheltered by unknown guardians. Caught in the challenges of a new life, she cannot prevent changes from happening, but she can keep the Bowles and their friends at arm's length. Or can she? While things appear to transition smoothly on… Continue reading GIVEAWAY and Book Review:Journey to Love by Amanda Tero
Book Review: London Art Chase by Natalie Grant
Join twins Mia and Maddie and their sidekick little sister, LuLu, as they embark on international adventure and mischief thanks to their famous mom who travels all over the world singing beautiful songs and a slightly wacky and sometimes negligent nanny named Miss Julia. What I Loved: Not only is the Glimmer Girls a great new… Continue reading Book Review: London Art Chase by Natalie Grant
Christian Author: A.M. Heath 