Writing the Tough Stuff (Or Killing the One You Love) copyright 2012, Aaron Paul Lazar Julie’s note: One of my favorite author interviews was Jerry Jenkins and Stephen King. They both were fans of each other’s work, although their genre and personalities were night and day. Imagine my surprise when I met author Aaron Paul…
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I Recommend: Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
I’ll never forget. I was in the 6th grade and our local US Representative called my name. I raised the most money for a hospital I didn’t know a lot about, but it helped kids and needed funding. It was for St Jude Children’s Research Hospital. This month is childhood cancer awareness month. I read…
Never Forget that Mom was Right
Mom was right. I remember at the time thinking she was so wrong, she had to be. But in the aftermath of September 11th, she predicted this: 1. The country would not stay on an united front. Not even for a matter of months. 2. Each year the details will fade away. No, we won’t…
COTT:Naomi Dawn Musch Wins July New Release Clash with the Black Rose
Congratulations to Naomi Dawn Musch, winner of the July New Releases Clash, with her novel, The Black Rose, third book of the Empire in Pine Series. Thank you so much to our competitors. This competition was amazing! LoRee Peery, Found in the Woods Sadie and Sophie Cuff, The Seekers Maureen Lang, Bees in the Butterfly…
Sabbath Sunday: Simply Put
Each Sunday I share an amateur nature picture of mine with a few thoughts about God’s love for you. Are you a praying person? Have you answered the call to be a prayer warrior or an intercessor? It’s not an easy assignment. In fact, without proper perspective, it can be crushing. Your job is to…
Character Confession: For Shame
Years ago I was one of those passionate political people. I wasn’t combative, but I spent a lot more time talking about the election than praying about it. These days I’m more of a news junkie, and I seek God on a level where I want to see as He sees.…