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      <image:title>Blog - ‘Hope Even After’ eBook Available Now - Greetings, friends! I finished reading an advanced reader copy of Hope Even After by author Heather Stearns Greer. It's an honest, emotional story about love, addiction, faith, and second chances. The print book releases next week, February 17, and the ebook (only) is available for preorder now. Visit my review on Goodreads. Visit Amazon to purchase.</image:title>
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      <image:title>Author Interviews - Amy Anguish, Author - Stories of Faith, Struggle, and Hope</image:title>
      <image:caption>Amy R. Anguish grew up a preacher's kid, and in spite of having lived in seven different states that are all south of the Mason Dixon line, she is not a football fan. Currently, she resides in Tennessee with her husband, daughter, and son, and usually a bossy cat or two. Amy has an English degree from Freed-Hardeman University that she intends to use to glorify God, and she wants her stories to show that while Christians face real struggles, it can still work out for good. Pre-order Fairest Inn All now. Releasing March 24, 2026.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Author Interviews - Amy Anguish, Author - Fairest Inn All (Real-life Fairy Tales #2)</image:title>
      <image:caption>A queen, seven uncles, and an apple tart—real life is no fairy tale. Kari White never planned to rescue a historic inn—or risk her carefully guarded heart. Summoned to coastal Georgia by seven uncles she barely knows, Kari arrives with one goal: fix the failing Apple Inn and leave. Upon arrival, Kari faces challenges including an aggressive developer closing in, deadlines looming, and the inn’s future hanging in the balance. Royal Barrett believes some things are worth fighting for, especially the soul of his hometown. As the creator of the Fairest Inn All contest, he’s determined to protect Brunswick’s history from being erased. But when Kari and the Apple Inn land squarely in his path, Royal discovers that saving the past may require risking his own future. Forced together by storms, impossible repair projects, and undeniable chemistry, Kari and Royal must confront the fears shaping their choices. Kari gave up on happily-ever-afters long ago, and trusting Royal could unravel everything she’s built. Yet leaving might mean losing the hope she never believed she deserved. Fairest Inn All is a sweet small-town romance filled with heart, faith, and charm—a contemporary fairy tale retelling about legacy, belonging, and discovering that love can grow in the most unexpected places.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Author Interviews - Karin Beery, Author</image:title>
      <image:caption>Hopeful Fiction with a Healthy Dose of Romance Karin Beery is a Michigan-born storyteller who writes the kind of fiction many of us crave—hopeful, heartfelt, and sprinkled with just the right amount of romance. Whether she’s crafting small-town love stories or diving into the messy, meaningful parts of everyday life, Karin’s goal is always the same: to leave readers feeling a little more encouraged than when they started. She’s the author of several contemporary romances and rom-coms, including Summer Plans and Other Disasters, Practically Married, Avoiding Marriage, Finally Forever, and her newest entry in the Novak Sisters series, Curveball on the Dance Floor. Karin also shares her editing expertise with fellow writers through her popular nonfiction guide, How to Edit Your Novel: Practical Tips for Strengthening Your Story.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Author Interviews - Karin Beery, Author - Chris can handle a curveball at the diamond. Can she handle one on the dance floor?</image:title>
      <image:caption>Christine Novak doesn’t shy away from physical challenges until her older sister needs help on the dance floor. Though she prefers cleats to heels, Chris agrees to help—it’s only for four weeks and for a good cause. But dancing doesn’t come as naturally as throwing a ball, so her sister calls in backup. Handsome, talented, experienced backup. Tony Caldwell—champion ballroom dancer and Chris’s first childhood crush—agrees to show her the steps, but between her memories of him ago and the ten-year age gap, Chris struggles to keep her feet in place. Determined to help her succeed, Tony steps out the studio to prove to Chris that she can dance, and that he’s not who she thinks he is. Extra practices and time together do more than boost Chris’s confidence. As her nerves subside and reality replaces her memories, Chris and Tony become more than dance partners, but their new adult connection might not be enough to overcome the past that catches up to them. Available on Amazon now.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Living Faith, One Story at a Time I’m delighted to interview contemporary Christian author and speaker Heather Greer—a woman whose heart shines through everything she creates. Whether she’s crafting a tender Christian romance, writing a thoughtful devotional, or encouraging readers on her blog, Heather pours her passion into helping others live out their faith in the ordinary, everyday moments. Heather is the author of several uplifting titles, including Faith’s Journey, Relentless Love, Grasping Hope, Cake That!, Love in the Squared Circle, Window of Opportunity, and her nonfiction guide for writers, You Write You: Freedom for the God-Designed Writer in You. Her stories explore faith in life’s messy places—redemption, community, and the power of love—with a warmth and accessibility that welcomes readers in. Now she adds a new chapter to her publishing journey with her upcoming women’s fiction novel, Hope Even After—a story of addiction, healing, and hope. Available in paperback, eBook, and through Kindle Unlimited now.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Historical Romance Author Denise M. Colby is a historical romance author known for her Best-laid Plans series, set in Sacramento, California, during the late 1860s. She writes heartwarming historical romances infused with faith, hope, and love. Fascinated by the past, she often reflects on what life was like in the 1800s. Her debut novel, When Plans Go Awry, is a 2025 Carol Award finalist and placed third in the Historical Romance category of the OCRW BBB contest. Best-laid Plans Series Three young women arrive in Sacramento, California to teach in one-room schoolhouses in the surrounding rural communities. Their original plans change when God’s plans unfold in ways they never could imagine. Some of which include learning a thing or two about friendship, dependance on God, and the most wonderful gift of all—love.  Not at all what they are looking for, but everything they need. Book 1 – When Plans Go Awry (released May 2024) Book 2 – A Slight Change of Plans (released May 2025) Prequel Novella – No Plans At All (released November 4, 2025)</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Sarah Anne Baker never wanted to be anyone’s burden. But hours after losing the Godmother who raised her, she faces an impossible choice: marry her late fiancé’s brother—or flee into the unknown. With fear as her only companion, she places her trust in the one man leaving town that night—the enigmatic traveling peddler known only as Mr. Smith. Alexander Sinclair walked away from his noble title in Scotland to live a quiet, hidden life. Peddling wares from town to town has given him peace, free from the weight of expectation. Until a desperate young woman crosses his path. He can’t turn her away… no matter the cost. Together, Sarah and Alex set out on a journey through loss, healing, and a bond neither expected to find. But as secrets surface and choices demand to be made, both must decide: cling to the lives they planned—or risk everything to embrace the future God has written for them. A tender tale of courage, redemption, and love strong enough to change the course of two hearts forever.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Author Interviews - Sarah Heatwole, Author</image:title>
      <image:caption>Into the Promised Land Growing up in the shadow of the Great Depression, Andy Troyer longs for more than the hunger and hardship plaguing his family. When his father becomes a minister, their prospects improve, but Andy’s restless spirit still yearns for something beyond the bounds of his Amish community. In a neighboring district, tragedy shatters Sylvia’s sheltered world. In the depths of grief, a vivid dream leads her to an encounter with Jesus that changes the course of her life. When Andy and Sylvia’s paths cross, they discover a shared longing and love that deepens as they embrace a new faith together. But following Jesus means jeopardizing the security of family and community, forcing them to choose between clinging to tradition or risking everything to answer His call. Inspired by a true story, Into the Promised Land is a timeless tale of love and loss, courage and forgiveness, and the life-changing power of God’s redeeming grace. Order now!</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Author Interviews - Sarah Heatwole, Author - As a child Andy Troyer longs for a brighter future, one free from the desperate shadow of hunger and loss.</image:title>
      <image:caption>When his father becomes a minister it lifts the family out of poverty, but the newfound improvement in circumstances does nothing to quell the desires in Andy’s heart. Can the peaceful life his Amish community offers provide the answers he seeks, or will his heart carve its own path? In the neighboring district, Sylvia grows up in a world painted with love and privilege. An unexpected tragedy throws her life into turmoil, plunging her into a world of darkness. One night, a dream ignites a profound transformation within her, unfolding a journey infused with faith, redemption, and changing the trajectory of those around her forever. When Andy and Sylvia’s paths converge, they find in each other a shared spirit and an undeniable connection. Their lives become intertwined as they fall in love with each other and Jesus. As they reckon with the repercussions of embracing their new beliefs, they must find the courage to follow their hearts. Inspired by a true story, Into the Promised Land is an old-fashioned tale of love and loss, courage and forgiveness, and the reminder that the irresistible call of God isn’t always easy but following Him changes lives for eternity. Available now on Amazon.</image:caption>
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