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This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing The Silent Order Summerside Press (November 1, 2010) by Melanie Dobson ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Melanie Dobson is the award-winning author of The Black Cloister; Love Finds You in Liberty, Indiana; and Together for Good. Prior to launching Dobson Media Group in 1999, Melanie was the corporate publicity manager at Focus on the Family where she was responsible for the publicity of events, products, films, and TV specials. Melanie received her undergraduate degree in journalism from Liberty University and her master’s degree in communication from Regent University. She has worked in the …

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing While We’re Far Apart Bethany House (October 1, 2010) by Lynn Austin I have found a new favorite author! I admit I haven’t read her books before this because I’ve been caught up reading romantic suspense the last few years, but her characters were unique and interesting, drawing me in completely. During the day, I found myself longing for that moment when I could get back into her story world–and that rarely happens these days. Great characters and exceptional writing kept me hooked. Now reading her previous novels is high on …

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing Embers of Love Bethany House (October 1, 2010) by Tracie Peterson ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Tracie Peterson is the bestselling, award-winning author of more than 85 novels. She received her first book contract in November, 1992 and saw A Place To Belong published in February 1993 with Barbour Publishings’ Heartsong Presents. She wrote exclusively with Heartsong for the next two years, receiving their readership’s vote for Favorite Author of the Year for three years in a row. In December, 1995 she signed a contract with Bethany House Publishers to co-write a series …

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing Within My Heart Bethany House; Original edition (September 1, 2010) by Tamera Alexander ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Tamera Alexander is the best-selling author of Rekindled, Revealed and Remembered, the critically acclaimed Fountain Creek Chronicles historical series with Bethany House Publishers. Her second historical series, Timber Ridge Reflections (From a Distance, Beyond This Moment, and Within My Heart), penned in her style with deeply drawn characters, thought-provoking plots, and poignant prose have earned her devoted readers—and multiple industry awards. These awards include the 2009 and 2008 Christy Award, the 2007 RITA for Best …

On Saturday I participated in the East Texas Book Fest –a book signing event organized by the SALT (Smith County Public Libraries) and UT Tyler Muntz Library. Over fifty other authors participated as well. My friend, Lena Nelson Dooley, was there to sign books, too. It was great fun seeing her again after this previous weekend at the ACFW Conference in Indianapolis.My daughter Rachel sat with me at my table to help. A couple of the participants invited Rachel to organize and decorate their tables as well, after admiring what she did with mine.I believe it was a good event …

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing The Mayan Apocalypse Harvest House Publishers(September 1, 2010) by Mark Hitchcock & Alton Gansky ABOUT THE AUTHORS: Mark Hitchcock is the author of more than 17 books related to end-time Bible prophecy, including the bestselling 2012, the Bible, and the End of the World. He earned a ThM and PhD from Dallas Theological Seminary and is the senior pastor of Faith Bible Church in Edmond, Oklahoma. He has worked as an adjunct professor at DTS and has served as a contributing editor for the Left Behind Prophecy Club for five years. …

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing Judgment Day WaterBrook Press (September 21, 2010) by Wanda Dyson ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Wanda Dyson – “a shining example of what Christian fiction is becoming…” (Christian Fiction Review). She’s been called a “natural” and a “master of pacing,” but her fans know that whether it’s police thrillers, suspense, or bringing a true story to life, Wanda knows how to take her readers on a journey they’ll never forget. Wanda is a multipublished suspense author, currently writing for Random House/Waterbrook. Her one attempt at a nonfiction book was picked for an exclusive …

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing The Secret of The Shroud B&H Books (September 1, 2010) by Pamela Ewen ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Pamela’s first novel, Walk Back The Cat (Broadman & Holman. May, 2006) is the story of an embittered and powerful clergyman who learns an ancient secret, confronting him with truth and a choice that may destroy him. She is also the best-selling author of the acclaimed non-fiction book Faith On Trial, published by Broadman & Holman in 1999, currently in its third printing. Although it was written for non-lawyers, Faith On Trial was also chosen …

The fabulous Janice Hanna Thompson has a new book out, LOVE ME TENDER! Don’t miss the interview with her characters or the book trailer. AT the end of the post, be sure to check out instructions for the book drawing. Note from Janice Hanna Thompson, author of LOVE ME TENDER: Hi everyone! Thanks for stopping by to share in the excitement of LOVE ME TENDER, my latest inspirational romance. When I heard about the new “When I Fall in Love” line at Summerside, I flipped! Why? Because I love the ‘50s, and I love music! (The line is based on …

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing Immanuel’s Veins Thomas Nelson (September 7, 2010) by Ted Dekker ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Ted Dekker is a New York Times best-selling author of more than twenty novels. He is best known for stories which could be broadly described as suspense thrillers with major twists and unforgettable characters, though he has also made a name for himself among fantasy fans. Early in his career he wrote a number of spiritual thrillers and his novels were lumped in with ‘Christian Fiction’ a surprisingly large category. His later novels are a mix of mainstream …