This is contest season for those whose books came out in 2015. Books, entry forms, and money (to support all manner of contests prizes) are sent in during the bleak months of December through February when I’m usually in a sort of winter funk. Should I enter this one or that one? What if I don’t final? Do book awards …
We Have Winners!
Congrats to the winners of the Spring Women’s Fiction giveaway! We are overwhelmed at your response and thrilled that so many readers out there love women’s fiction as much as my fellow authors and I love writing it. I hope you found some new authors to try and will spread the word about the books you love. And now, the …
Jazzy Hatmaker’s Heart Giveaway!
There’s nothing quite so sweet as the release of a new book, of holding it in my hands for the first time and getting a whiff of that new paper smell. In a blink, the late nights at the computer and the months that were at times agonizing are gone. It’s not unlike holding a human baby and forgetting the …
Catch Us If You CAN Scavenger Hunt
THANK YOU for stopping by. The Scavenger Hunt is now over and winners are being contacted. I hope you might be one of them. Please feel free to click on the logo below to take you to the list of participating authors and enjoy their websites and books. We do have a winner here! CONGRATS to Lindsey Z who said, …
Sweet Dreams Giveaway Winner and More Ops for You!
THANK YOU all for your interest in Sweet Dreams and in the giveaway celebrating the release! In all, there were 92 eligible entries – many of you adding to your chances by tweeting, posting on FB, and/or putting up a review. You blessed me more than you know! And the winner is . . . . ELISABETH – With her …
SWEET DREAMS Release Day with A Sweet Giveaway
Today’s the day! Sweet Dreams, the novel I’ve wanted to write for a long time, is now HERE! And to celebrate, I’m hosting a giveaway. I wouldn’t have seen my dream of becoming a novelist come true if not for the encouragement of so many of you and for those who’ve come alongside and read my books and told others. …
Five Truths About Writing Competitions
I was recently honored to be a finalist for the Oklahoma Book Award. I didn’t win, but it got me to thinking about contests and writing competitions and what they all mean. By nature, I’m somewhat competitive at least in academic matters. I think that at some point early in my childhood it was obvious that I was not going …
Spring Christian Fiction Scavenger Hunt
Welcome to the Spring Christian Fiction Scavenger Hunt! The Scavenger Hunt runs from Noon (eastern) March 22 until March 24. If this is the first stop on the hunt for you, you will need to go to the HOME page to start and to get the complete instructions. You can also return there if at any time you need to …
Christian Fiction Scavenger Hunt
WELCOME to the Christian Fiction Scavenger Hunt! I’m Carla Stewart, one of the stops for the debut edition of the Christian Fiction Scavenger hunt. I’m thrilled to partner with eleven other authors for this fun event. If you’re just starting, you can find the rules for the scavenger hunt here. If you get lost or need directions at any time, …
You’re Invited to the Christian Fiction Scavenger Hunt!
Mark your calendars! THIS FRIDAY at noon, the first official Christian Fiction Scavenger Hunt begins! I wanted to let you in on the news early so you can set a reminder to come back here for the fun and a chance to win LOTS of books by Christian authors. In addition, some of the authors are hosting EXTRA giveaways during …