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A hybrid author, Donna Schlachter writes squeaky clean historical and contemporary suspense. She has been published more than 60 times in books; is a member of several writers' groups; facilitates a critique group; teaches writing classes; and judges in writing contests. She loves history and research, traveling extensively for both, and is an avid oil painter. She is taking all the information she’s learned along the way about the writing and publishing process, and is coaching committed writers eager to tell their story.
Denise M. Colby writes historical romance sweetened with faith, hope, and love. She loves history and finds herself contemplating how it was to live in the 1800’s. Only sitting still when reading a book, watching movies with her family, or taking in the latest musical theater show, Denise resides in Southern California where she enjoys date nights with her husband at their happy place. Every year Denise chooses a word to focus on. She loves to share her learnings about that word throughout the year on her blog and social media.
Linda Shenton Matchett writes happily-ever-after historical Christian fiction about second chances and women who overcome life’s challenges to be better versions of themselves. A native of Baltimore, Maryland, she was born a stone’s throw from Fort McHenry (of Star-Spangled Banner fame) and has lived in historical places all her life. She now lives in central New Hampshire where she is a volunteer docent and archivist at the Wright Museum of WWII.
Matthew James Elliott (M.J. Elliott) is a passionate writer who seeks to encourage and inspire through story. With over 15 years in ministry, he brings a unique perspective on people and Biblical history. He holds a degree in Biblical Studies from Oklahoma Wesleyan University, focusing on Pastoral Care, Christian Education, and Worship. Married with three children who bring him joy and inspiration, Matthew treasures sharing stories they can learn from. In his writing, he aspires to minister with love, equip with encouragement, and use his God-given gift to help readers encounter HIM in real and meaningful ways.
Cactus Lil and the City Slicker:
A rough-and-tumble cowgirl, “Cactus” Lil Duncan longs for true love, but is afraid to let down her prickly exterior when a city slicker from New York City, with less-than-honorable intentions, tries to win her trust and her hand.
When Plans Go Awry:
She planned on independence. He vowed never to love. God had other ideas.
Olivia Carmichael flees her past to become the schoolmarm in the small ranching town of Washton, determined to live quietly and never depend on anyone again. Luke Taylor chose a mail-order bride to help care for his sisters. He didn’t plan to have to guard his heart—or the beautiful new teacher who unsettles his carefully laid plans. As Olivia’s resolve is tested and Luke’s expectations unravel, the meddling town—and its infamous rooster—may help them discover that God’s plans are far better than their own.
Love’s Rescue
Sold by her parents to settle a debt, Rolande Bisset is forced into prostitution. Years later, shunned by her family and most of society, it’s the only way she knows how to subsist. When the Germans overrun Paris, she decides she’s had enough of evil men controlling her life and uses her wiles to obtain information for the Allied forces. Branded a collaborator, her life hangs in the balance. Then an American spy stumbles onto her doorstep. Is redemption within her grasp? Inspired by the biblical story of Rahab, Love’s Rescue is a tale of faith and hope during one of history’s darkest periods.
The Cyprus Journal
One Young Man. His Significant Story. A Witness of the Early Church.
Many knew him as the young cousin to Barnabas the Encourager, the son of Mary who offered her home to honor the Savior and those who followed Him, or even the man who abandoned Paul on his First Missionary Journey, but there is more to his story. His story is one of new beginnings, a promise fulfilled, and a man who overcame fear of the unknown.
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ReplyDeleteThis is for anyone. How long does it usually take for you to write a book?
Charissa, I take about 5 months to research my story and build the timeline for the story. Then, about 4 to write the draft, then it goes to the editing phase which can take a long time or a short time depending on how good the draft is, LOL.
DeleteMy novellas take about three months, novels about four and a half.
DeleteI now know I can write a book in 6 months, but I'd prefer a year to have more time to write, edit, and have a bit more balance with family and such!
DeleteHi, this question is for all of you, what is the longest a book you have written taken you to write it?
ReplyDeleteMy first book is the longest book I've written and I had to take some scenes out. Because I was writing in between being a wife, mom, school volunteer, and learning what I was doing, it took me 12 years from start to getting a publishing contract. the next few books took me about 6 months to write each. Ideally, I'd like a year in between to give enough time to research, write, edit and balance with the other things going on in my life.
DeleteMine would be the one I released this summer on Father's Day, The Hope of Inheritance. I started it in 2023 and it got so deep and emotional that I had to put it down. Instead of finishing that book, I wrote The Cyprus Journal. So all in all it took well over a year to get that novel done where Cyprus took only 2 months.
Delete1. Donna, I know that you write both historical and contemporary fiction. I believe that it would be harder to write historical because of the research it requires, but do you also feel challenged when writing contemporary? Our society has changed so much, so is it hard to be realistic and still project Christian beliefs and values?
ReplyDelete2. This question is for all of you. Do you like to write series?
Connie Saunders
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I LOVE to write series. As I'm writing a new side character and need to understand them, thoughts of their own story pop into my head. What's interesting, is trying to find new ways to show the town is now something I'm learning how to do.
DeleteEverything I've written in Biblical Fiction or Christian Fantasy is part of some type of series. I've even gone a step further and write Episodic Series. Think of it like writing episodes of a TV show. I write, edit, and release the polished episode on a weekly or bi-weekly bases. That's been challenging, but also fun to do.
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