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Join the SFF (Science Fiction and Fantasy) blog tour for the month of July this week. We’re featuringChristian Fandom,an ” interdenominational fellowship of fans interested in the courteous and accurate representation of Christian viewpoints in genre fiction fan communities.” I especially love Fandom’s list of fantasy books that includes an extensive list for those who would consider themselves new to fantasy. This list includes a wide range of authors–not all Christians–from Frank Peretti to Stephen Donaldson to J.K. Rowling. An equally impressive list can be found at Fandom’s list of Science fiction tites. The site gies you a heads up …

Wooo hooo! I finally made almost 60K on my fantasy novel. But I’m talking rough draft. . VERY rough draft. I decided that it would be better for me to get the gist of the story down, then go back to edit, though I typically edit as I go. But with this type of story, there are so many little things that you don’t have the answer for yet, and even big things. What’s the point in editing when you don’t have all of your story yet. So, the answers are revealing themselves to me as I write. It’s been …

I decided to return from a blogging hiatus or whatever you want to call two weeks without blogging. Forgive me, if there’s anything to forgive. As far as blogs go, I’m in a position to start pulling out my hair. No, I’m excited about all of the opportunities that have opened up for me in the blogging world. First, I’ve already told you about the Kanner Lake Scenes and Beans Project. My character, Bev Trexel’s debut post appears this Friday the 21st. In addition, you can read the first three chapters of Violet Dawn here. Go to the Kanner Lake …

I didn’t post yesterday because I was still reeling from the Arise event that took place on Sunday. I’ll give you an update on that after a few reminders and announcements. Remember that the Kanner Lake website is due to launch on July 5th promoting Brandilyn Collin’s new book, Violet Dawn. I’ll be participating in the character blog at Scenes and Beans. For those interested in historical fiction or just history in general, Favorite Pastimes, a blog devoted to history, is now open to readers. Each week a different contributor will present her perspective. This week’s host is Cindy Thomson, …

Title: The HiddenAuthor: Kathryn MackelPublisher: WestBow PressISBN: 1-5955-4037-7Genre: Suspense Grieving her son’s death, psychiatrist Susan Stone returns home to Colorado to help her elderly father manage his horse-breeding business. After the botched delivery of a prized foal, Susan rides wildly into the mountains, seeking release from consuming guilt. Thrown from her horse, she tumbles into a dark ravine and makes a startling discovery—a young man chained in the darkness. I admit that comes directly from the back of the book. But I was afraid if I said it differently, I might give too much away. Most reviews tell you a …

Thanks to all who visited the blog during the SFF tour. Remember to check back next month for more SFF author interviews and discussion on websites. Brandilyn Collin’s Kanner Lake blog and website will be going live on July 5th. Remember I mentioned before that I had landed a character part on the Scenes and Beans Blog. I’m really looking forward to working with the brilliant writers in that group. Also launching in July is a new blog devoted to history hosted by historical writers, Tricia Goyer, Joan Hochstetler, Cindy Thomson, Tiff Miller and myself. I’ll provide more information as …

Shannon McNear had wonderful things to say about Donita in her post yesterday and I wanted to echo that. Last fall I had the privilege of being invited to Donita’s crit group by a dear friend–someone I’d only recently met at the ACFW conference–but there was an instant connection. For months I only read the works of others in the group, fearing I wasn’t ready to sub since I had only begun to write in the fantasy genre. Finally, I reworked my fantasy story, starting at a different place. It was Donita who confronted me with the unfortunate news that …

Today we begin our discussion about Donita K. Paul, her books and her website, in our effort to promote the science fiction and fantasy genre within the Christian market. Mrs. Paul has had phenomenal success with her Dragon Keeper Chronicles. Though written for the YA market, Dragonspell and Dragonquest have entertained both young and old alike. With various races that inhabit the land, as well as numerous dragon types such as minor dragons and meech dragons, there’s never a dull moment. Many writers have expressed an interest in writing a Harry Potter type of series for the Christian market. I …

Yesterday I drove an hour from my home to meet another writing friend who happened to be passing through the area. As a home schooling mother of several children, I have to admit I don’t get to leave the house very often. So it was just me driving north on the freeway in Oregon. A Chris Tomlin song played over the radio. I enjoyed the beautiful mountains and curvy roads. (this time because I was driving and not my husband who takes the curves entirely too fast.) I considered how incredibly beautiful the mountains are and thought back to my …

First a warning. I’m revamping my blog over the next few days, so if you don’t see a link on the new blog where there was one. . .never fear, things will be put back. Eventually. The SFF Blog tour is back beginning next Monday. We will be featuring fantasy writer Donita K. Paul. Dragonspell, Dragonquest, and the her new release, DragonKnight are part of the DragonKeeper Chronicles. All awesome books. I have the privilege of participating in a critique group with Ms. Paul and was honored to be able to read through DragonKnight as she wrote. Please join the …