I love gardening. Well, let me clarify . . . I love writing about gardening. It seems both down-to-earth and oddly romantic to live on a farm like Bob and Charlotte in Sweet September. The idea of planting seeds, watching their progress, and then eating of their labor delights me—which is why my husband and… [Continue Reading]
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How an Amish Novel is Born: The Truth Behind the Fiction
Think all novels are purely fiction? Think again. Every great novel starts with a bit of fact. My first Amish novel, Beside Still Waters, started with more than that. A few years ago I was asked if I’d ever consider writing an Amish novel. The truth is, I hadn’t. But as I pondered it, I… [Continue Reading]
What is the Best Book Writing Software?
I get asked writing questions all the time. Here is one I get asked often by those who want to start their first novel. I am about to start my first book and was wondering if you had any advice to share on what software to use or best system for starting a new book?… [Continue Reading]