Book Review: Tricia Goyer’s Beyond Hope’s Valley
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Book Review: Tricia Goyer’s Beyond Hope’s Valley

Tricia Goyer presents the third book in her Big Sky series, Beyond Hope’s Valley. It continues Marianna Sommer’s journey where she returns to her Indiana Amish roots for her brother’s wedding, and preparing for her own wedding to Aaron Zook. Although being Aaron’s bride has been her dream since she was a little girl, returning…

COTT: Carol Moncado Shares Where Character Ideas Come From
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COTT: Carol Moncado Shares Where Character Ideas Come From

This week, COTT is featuring a Clash of Leading Ladies. But just how are interesting characters born? Here’s one author’s experience. Welcome Carol Moncado. Do you ever wonder how authors come up with their characters? I’ve heard of authors who fashion their main characters after a barista at their favorite coffee shop or some guy…