Writing linked fiction and non-fiction books

Writing linked fiction and non-fiction books

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Christian fiction vs non-fiction My first two books were non-fiction. The second book was about Bible storytelling which I’ve been using since 2004. The more I have seen how people respond to the stories, the more I’ve become convinced of the power of story. It is no real surprise then, that I would eventually write fiction rather than simply non-fiction. Novels allow me to make an impact on many people who will never pick up my non-fiction books. I don’t…

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Box sets – the why and how?

Box sets – the why and how?

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After three years of publishing fiction, I finally have enough novels in a series to make a box set. Yet another new thing to learn in this long journey called ‘self-publishing’. WHY BOTHER? One of the main challenges facing self-published authors is being ‘discovered’. This doesn’t simply mean becoming popular but more importantly, people actually knowing our product exists. One way to increase the likelihood of your book being spotted is to produce the same book in multiple formats. For…

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Publishing expectations: Fantasy vs. reality

Publishing expectations: Fantasy vs. reality

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The new author scenario Book launch day arrives. The new author is beside themselves with excitement, but they probably don’t know that their expectations aren’t realistic. Self-published authors will be able to see their online sales day by day but traditionally published will often have to wait three months to see the first figures. Once the sales start, they hope for reviews (5-star ones, of course), and nowadays we also want to build our newsletter subscribers and often imagine a…

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Grace Beneath the Frost – Grace #5

Grace Beneath the Frost – Grace #5

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Grace Beneath the Frost – Back cover blurb Professional success. Personal failure. As a respected cancer specialist, Paul Webster knows what he’s doing. At least, he does at work. His home life’s another story.Now he’s been thrown into a spin by a patient’s death and her unshakeable confidence in life beyond the grave.He’s always dismissed Christians as simplistic fools but this woman didn’t fit his stereotype. What if there is truth beyond what he can learn with lab tests and…

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Top ten Christian fiction reads – 2020

Top ten Christian fiction reads – 2020

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2020 is the fourth year that I’ve kept a file on my top Christian fiction reads for the year. Please feel free to follow my reviews on Goodreads or BookBub. For a Christian novel to make my ‘top ten’ list it must not only be well-written but the Christian elements must be natural. These books are not listed in any particular order. 1. Barefoot, Sharon Garlough Brown * Book 3 in the Sensible Shoes Club series. 5 stars One of…

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How to love your favourite authors – part 2

How to love your favourite authors – part 2

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Previously we considered how writing reviews is a way to love your favourite authors. This time we’ll consider two more practical ways. Ways that only take a few minutes of time but can be a huge encouragement to keep the author in your life writing more of the books you love. Two more practical ways to love your favourite authors 1. Ordering your favourite authors books for your local library Did you know that you can go to your local…

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Grace in the Desert – Grace #4

Grace in the Desert – Grace #4

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After a year of hard work, Grace in the Desert, the fourth book in the Grace series is here. Every book is a miracle and part of a team effort of beta readers, proofreaders, editors and a cover designer. Most important, are the many people who pray these stories into being. Thank you. Grace in the Desert – Back cover blurb Must yesterday’s pain destroy tomorrow’s hope? Rachel Macdonald is learning how to navigate the unfamiliar new world of being a…

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Easter storytelling resources for your family & online community

Easter storytelling resources for your family & online community

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Usually at Easter we are with our wider community celebrating the greatest event in human history – Jesus’ death and resurrection. This year, most of us are cut off from anyone apart from our immediate family or housemates. Or perhaps, we’re totally cut off from others (by now, some of you might be wishing you were :)). Here are some resources to help you lead a small group with your household or to do with your community online. Good Friday…

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Easter Giveway – stories of hope for times like these.

Easter Giveway – stories of hope for times like these.

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Congratulations to the 16 winners – see below – please check your junk/spam folders for our email! I’ve sent an email to the first 4 winners and none have responded. JESUS is RISEN and that makes all the difference. For more information about the author and their books, visit their websites: Brenda S. Anderson/ Sharon Garlough Brown/ Victoria Bylin Heidi Chiavaroli / Christine Dillon / Rosemary Hines Sharyn Kopf/ Michelle Massaro /  Elizabeth Musser Deborah Raney/ Sharon Srock/ Ginny Ytrupp

Top ten Christian fiction reads – 2019

Top ten Christian fiction reads – 2019

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This is the third year that I’ve kept a file on my top Christian fiction reads for the year. Please feel free to follow my reviews on Goodreads or BookBub. For a book to make my ‘top ten’ list it must not only be well-written but if it is labelled ‘Christian fiction’, then the Christian elements must be natural. Christian elements can be ‘light’ but they must fit the story. 1. Pearl in the Sand, Tessa Afshar Tessa Afshar has…

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