Small-Town Christian Romance Author Julie Arduini
Weaving faith, family, and chocolate in stories that feel like home
I believe it was the 2013 5 Minutes For Mom Ultimate Blog Party where I first came across the site Missional Women. They offer so much that I signed up to receive their weekly updates. That arrives in my inbox each Friday, and I save it because it is one of the few emails I…
From Amazon: Since booze and prohibition have made criminals out of every man in her world, Laurie Burke resolves to find at least one honorable man to fill her life. Convinced that handsome newcomer Daniel Shepherd is connected with her brother’s rum-running gang, Laurie quickly scratches his name off her list. Daniel has mixed feelings…
I’m late to the party. I’ve heard of Christine Caine, saw some quotes attributed to her on Facebook, but had not read any of her books or knew her story. Then I read Undaunted: Daring to Do What God Calls You to Do, Student Edition. Christine shares her story about identity, loss, confusion, and rejection.…
Julie’s note: Before we dig into the latest book review, I wanted to invite you to join me Saturdays for a new meme. Blog a confession that you’re learning from that doesn’t embarrass others. The goal is to encourage your readers that they aren’t alone. Link up to my post here at juliearduini.com on Saturdays.…
Addy is a pastor’s wife who knows when Conrad shows up, he has a message not only to bless Addy, but bless others. Conrad challenges her to be the blessing, and she experiences blessings in return as she leaves her comfort zone and is intentional about blessing others. When Addy is in need, she realizes…
When it comes to writing how-to books, I admit I start to gloss over when I hear there is a new one. I’m a voracious reader and I’ve read them. Of the stacks and stacks I’ve finished, only a few stand out as ones with new information and help I find amazing and worth telling…