When colonial Williamsburg explodes like a powder keg on the eve of the American Revolution, Lady Elisabeth "Liberty" Lawson is abandoned by her fiancé and suspected of being a spy for the hated British. No one comes to her aid save the Patriot Noble Rynallt, a man with formidable enemies of his own. Liberty is… Continue reading Book Review: The Lacemaker by Laura Frantz
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Book Review: Until We Find Home by Cathy Gohlke
For American Claire Stewart, joining the French Resistance sounded as romantic as the storylines she hopes will one day grace the novels she wants to write. But when she finds herself stranded on English shores, with five French Jewish children she smuggled across the channel before Nazis stormed Paris, reality feels more akin to fear.… Continue reading Book Review: Until We Find Home by Cathy Gohlke
Christian Fiction Cover Wars: Valentine’s Edition
We're long overdue for another round of Cover Wars! I'll be pairing off two lovely covers. Vote for your favorites in the comments. In about a week, I'll update the post to reveal the winners. Red Dress: It wouldn't be Valentine's without the color red. Which cover featuring a red dress is your favorite? … Continue reading Christian Fiction Cover Wars: Valentine’s Edition
Book Reviews: January’s Backlist, 3 in 1 Review
One of my reading goals for 2018 is to cover more ground on the backlist. So many of my favorite authors have several previously published books that I haven't had time for. I'm hoping to change that this year. I decided to try something a little different. Instead of multiple posts, I'm going to collect… Continue reading Book Reviews: January’s Backlist, 3 in 1 Review
The Making of a Book Cover: Part 3: Finalizing the Cover and Runner-up Gallery
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
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
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
Christian Author: A.M. Heath 