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CFBA Book Review - "A Measure of Mercy"
Jennifer's Writing Blog | November 11th 2009 by Jennifer Hudson Taylor
TheChristian Fiction Blog Allianceis introducing A Measure of MercybyLauraine SnellingABOUT THE AUTHOR:Award-winning and best selling author Lauraine Snelling began living her dream to be a writer with her first published book for young adult readers read more
An Interview with CJ Lyons, Medical Suspense Author
The Conscious Cat | October 28th 2009 by Ingrid King
It is my pleasure to welcome medical suspense author CJ Lyons to The Conscious Cat today. (And yes, there is a cat connection – read on!) CJ Lyons has lived most of her life on the edge. Trained in Pediatric Emergency Medicine, she has assisted p read more
Crossing Over To The Dark Side
Sisters In Sync -- Creative Chaos | October 26th 2009 by Sisters In Sync
I recently received the November edition of Romance Writers Report published by Romance Writers of America. This month it featured a very interesting article titled Writing on the Dark Side, written by Larissa Ione. That alone was enough to suck me read more
Elementary, My Dear Indy!
popculturedivas | October 16th 2009 by Joanna D'Angelo
by Kayla PerrinHello from Indianapolis!That's where I am right now for the 40th Bouchercon convention. That's right--40th. What is Bouchercon, you might be wondering. Well, it's the largest convention for lovers of mystery fiction. With over 1600 re read more
The Keep Welcomes THE ROMANCE STUDIO!
Keta's Keep | October 14th 2009 by Keta Diablo
Please help me welcome one of my favorite review/romance web sites on the Net - THE ROMANCE STUDIO!Since its launch in January 2003, The Romance Studio receives an average of 3 1/2 million hits per month.The Romance Studio is visited regularly by ove read more
Special Guest - Beth Caudill
Pamela S Thibodeaux Blog | October 14th 2009 by Pamela S Thibodeaux
Hello Friends,Fellow author Beth Caudill has a new release! Beth Caudill resides in North Carolina with her husband and two children. Her home is lined with bookcases and filled with books. Although she does not claim the computer manuals, those read more
A Measure of Mercy by Lauraine Snelling
Books, movies, and Chinese Food | October 7th 2009
This week, theChristian Fiction Blog Allianceis introducing A Measure of MercyBethany House (October 1, 2009)byLauraine SnellingABOUT THE AUTHOR:Award-winning and best selling author Lauraine Snelling began living her dream to be a writer with her fi read more
A Measure of Mercy by Lauraine Snelling is up on CFBA this week!
Edgy Inspirational Author | October 7th 2009 by Michelle Sutton
This week, theChristian Fiction Blog Allianceis introducing A Measure of MercyBethany House (October 1, 2009)byLauraine SnellingABOUT THE AUTHOR:Award-winning and best selling author Lauraine Snelling began living her dream to be a writer with her fi read more
A Measure of Mercy by Lauraine Snelling
Ramblings of a Texas House Wife | October 7th 2009 by Vanessa Mathison
This week, theChristian Fiction Blog Allianceis introducing A Measure of MercyBethany House (October 1, 2009)byLauraine SnellingABOUT THE AUTHOR:Award-winning and best selling author Lauraine Snelling began living her dream to be a writer with her fi read more
Crit Group Matchmaking
Fiction Groupie | October 6th 2009 by Roni
It seems that I've had a number of people lately asking me about crit groups. How did I find mine? Do I know of any that have openings? Where would I recommend hooking up with one? Beyond telling people how I found mine (online through a contest), read more
Kate Duffy, 1953-2009
E-Reads | September 29th 2009 by Richard Curtis
I join the romance community, Kensington Publishers and the family of Kate Duffy in mourning Kate's death over this past weekend. I've known and worked with Kate for decades. She was a consummate professional who was as plain-spoken as she was sweet. read more
Review: To Tame A Laird by Amanda Scott
Marta's Meanderings | September 27th 2009 by Marta Hoelscher
Tamed By A Lairdby Amanda ScottMass Market Paperback: 432 pagesPublisher: Forever (July 1, 2009)Language: EnglishISBN-10: 0446541370ISBN-13: 978-0446541374Description (Publisher Website)National bestselling author Amanda Scott sweeps readers back to read more
Author Interview: Brooke Morgan
Book Chick City | September 24th 2009
Brooke Morgan is an American living in London. Tainted is her first novel.BCC: Firstly, welcome to Book Chick City. Please tell us a bit about your latest novel, Tainted.BM: Tainted is a psychological thriller set in a small town on the East Coast of read more
Writing Organizations
Jill Kemerer | September 23rd 2009 by Jill Kemerer
Writing organizations: useful or useless?100% useful!Photo by muklukI love the organizations I belong to: Romance Writers of America and American Christian Fiction Writers. Both offer tremendous resources for any writer. Each has a website filled wit read more
Writing Romance in Sin City
Living Las Vegas | September 23rd 2009 by Mark Sedenquist
Secrets of publishing are revealed to the attendees of the monthly meeting of Cactus Rose Romance Writers, the Las Vegas chapter of Romance Writers of America. [Read more] read more
Summer Vacation Bk. 4: Twisted Creek
Living In A Material World | September 18th 2009 by Cheryl Johnson
Are you tired of book reports yet? Sorry, that's about all I've got right now. On the bright side, I really enjoyed this one too. I bought 3 books by Jodi Thomas at the writers conference that I went to on Labor Day weekend. I figured that I'd enjoy read more
Social Media is Word of Mouth on Networking Steroids
Denise Robbins Blog | September 14th 2009 by Denise
Social Media is Word of Mouth on Networking Steroids This past Saturday was the first meeting of the season for the New Hampshire Romance Writers of America NHRWA. Laurie Storey-Manseau was our... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website read more
The Golden Heart: Is it for You?
Prairie Chicks Write Romance | September 10th 2009
In this my 3rd consecutive blogpost on the romance contest circuit, I’ll attempt to give you all the information you need to decide if you want to enter the prestigious Golden Heart contest.First, a bit of background. Romance Writers of America is read more
Beth Cornelison Guest Post
Cindys love of books | September 4th 2009 by Cindy S.
PUB DATE: September 2009Healing Luke is the newest book by author Beth Cornelison. She is the author of several books and has two more that are coming out this fall. The Christmas Stranger (book 1) coming out in October and Blackout at Christmas com read more
Guest Post with Author Marley Gibson and CONTEST!
The Book Butterfly | August 31st 2009 by kim
Today I'd like to welcome author Marley Gibson whose latest novel, Ghost Huntress, Book 2: The Guidance is scheduled to be released September 7th 2009. Ghost Huntress is an exciting series about Kendall Morehead, a seemingly typical teen who moves to read more
Movie Review: "The Time Traveler's Wife"
Books, movies, and Chinese Food | August 30th 2009
Thanks to Rebecca @ The Book Lady's Blog, I was able to get sneak preview passes to see this movie. Which was totally awesome since a) movie tickets in the DC Metro area are expensive so I probably wouldn't have seen this movie til it came out on DVD read more
RWA Literacy Signing
Books, movies, and Chinese Food | August 22nd 2009
So last month, the Romance Writers of America held their annual conference in Washington DC. As part of their conference, there is a huge 500+ author signing which benefits literacy charities. Since this is the first time I've happened to live in t read more
Buy This Book TOO: Surrender the Wind
GodSongGrace | August 13th 2009 by Linda S. Clare
Last but not least in the four-book review for the launch of Abingdon Press' women's fiction line: Surrender the Wind, historical fiction from Rita Gerlach. Rita's published three historical novels, and is the editor of Stepping Stones Magazine, an o read more
Susan Elizabeth Phillips - A Video Letter
Sizzling Hot Romance from Kristie Leigh Maguire | August 13th 2009 by Kristie Leigh Maguire
What's not to like about romance author Susan Elizabeth Phillips? You just gotta love her! She writes fabulous books. She is a New York Times Bestselling Author. She has won more awards than I can count including being inducted into Romance Writers o read more
Now Available in North America - 12 Point Guide to Writing Romanc…
Romance Author Buzz | August 8th 2009 by Marilyn Shoemaker
Product Description from Amazon:If you want to write romance and be a professional writer then this book is a must for you. Following on from the success of the first edition of this book, which won a major award, this guide explains what is meant by read more
AUTHOR INTERVIEW: MaryLu Tyndall (& Book Giveaway!)
WordVessel | August 4th 2009 by Cathy Bryant
I'm delighted to welcome author MaryLu Tyndall to WordVessel. Here's her bio:M.L. (MaryLu) Tyndall writes historical romances packed with adventure and strong spiritual themes. Her passion is to write stories that not only entertain but expose Christ read more
RWA Southern Heat Contest
Romance Author Buzz | August 2nd 2009 by Marilyn Shoemaker
Romance Writers Of America Sponsors Southern Heat ContestRomance Writers of Amer-ica's East Texas Chapter is sponsoring its annual 2009 Southern Heat Contest.Deadline for entries is Sept. 1, said Southern Heat Chairman Sarah Castleberry. An editor an read more
Are You Ready For RWA’s Golden Heart Contest?
Authors Tools | July 30th 2009 by Lynn Jordan
Even though there are great writing contests happening year-round, we are getting ready for the most prestigious contest for Romance Writers — RWA’s Golden Heart Contest. The Golden Heart is the award for Romance Writers of America’ read more
Wildcard Book Tour - "Maggie Rose"
Jennifer's Writing Blog | July 29th 2009 by Jennifer Hudson Taylor
Today's Wild Card author is: Sharlene MacLarenand the book:"Maggie Rose"2nd book in the Daughters of Jacob Kane SeriesWhitaker House (June 8, 2009) ABOUT THE AUTHOR:Born and raised in west Michigan, Sharlene MacLaren graduated from Spring Arbor Unive read more
A Band of Roses by Pat McDermott
Zensanity | July 28th 2009
About the Author:Born and educated in Boston, Massachusetts, Pat McDermott grew up in a family full of music and myths that have found their way into her stories. She is a member of The New Hampshire Writers' Project, Seacoast Writers' Association, read more

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