>How do you like the new look here at Carla’s Writing Café? All the credit goes to Ashley and George Weiss from Tekeme Studios. I heard about them from my friend, Mary, after they designed a new blog for her. This amazing couple really knows how to design with the customer’s dream vision in mind. I happened to be one …
>An Apology and a Rabbit Rant
> My apologies for not drawing for D.C. Stewart’s book Where Would Cows Hide? on Friday, as promised. Poor planning on my part as I knew I would be traveling this weekend to my youngest son’s college graduation (Go Sooners!). I abandoned my computer and cyberspace for some real people interaction and celebration (more about that tomorrow). So without further …
>2008 ACFW Genesis Finalists
> Yesterday, American Christian Fiction Writers (ACFW) announced the 2008 Genesis Finalists—a full week ahead of schedule, thanks to the magnificent efforts of contest coordinator, Camy Tang, and her very capable crew. If you scroll all the way to the bottom, you will find that I have a particular reason for this post. Yes, I am, by divine grace, a …
>Winner of A SOLDIER’S FAMILY
>Congratulations to Denice, the winner of A SOLDIER’S FAMILY by Cheryl Wyatt! I know you will love the book. Thanks to all who stopped by the Cafe and left comments. Come back soon for more book giveaways.
>MY GUEST FOR TODAY, CHERYL WYATT plus a GIVE-A-WAY OF HER LATEST BOOK
> Today I am pleased to have Cheryl Wyatt as a guest blogger. She is going to share about the importance of having the support of other writers. Without further ado, here’s Cheryl . . . Though it took me more years to get published than I’d ever dreamed it would, I wouldn’t trade that journey for anything. For in …
>Winner of A PASSION MOST PURE
> Congratulations to Vicki McCollum! She is the winner of Julie Lessman’s A PASSION MOST PURE. Thanks to all who entered the Romantic Contest and stopped by the cafe. Watch for more book giveaways right here!
>A Romantic Contest For You
> This is the week for lovers and those who LOVE romantic escapades, right? I’ve got just the thing for you—the chance to win a copy of Julie Lessman’s A PASSION MOST PURE. From the back cover: She’s found the love of her life. Unfortunately, he loves her sister. Book 1 of The Daughters of Boston series, A PASSION MOST …
>And The Winner Is . . .
>CONGRATULATIONS to Lacy Williams, the winner of Jill Elizabeth Nelson’s The Reluctant Smuggler. Happy reading, Lacy, and a special thank you to all who entered. In honor of Valentine’s week, I’ll be having a drawing for a special, steamy romantic book. Stop by on Monday to find out which book I’m giving away next.
>In The Mood for a Little Romantic Suspense? Enter to win RELUCTANT SMUGGLER
> RELUCTANT SMUGGLER by Jill Elizabeth Nelson released last week by Multnomah. Jill is one of those sweet, mild-mannered people who just radiates friendliness. Don’t let that fool you. She’s a killer of a writer. Leave a comment (with contact info) on this post to win a copy of my friend’s latest book. US residents only please. Drawing to be …
>I’m On Seekerville Today
>My friend, Myra Johnson, asked me to be the guest blogger on Seekerville today. The Seekers there have a ton of information about contests, how to prepare a manuscript, and personal stories of contest wins and misses. It’s fun and informative. You can read my take on winning the ACFW Genesis contest (Historical Fiction) this past September. And while you’re …