A Chat with Author Carol Grace Stratton

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Greetings from Sarah Sundin in California! Today I have the joy of interviewing multi-published author Carol Grace Stratton. Carol’s here to tell us about her latest novel! Welcome, Carol! Please tell us about your book, Deep End of the Lake. Ally Cervantes has all she wants in life—an upcoming wedding, a chance to prove herself with writing gig, and two great kids. But her life turns for the worse when the unexpected happen and she soon finds herself struggling with a rebellious teen daughter, a shaky job, and a shakier engagement. What inspired you to write this book? I know…

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Seen and Heard – May and June Happenings

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Many among our Christian Author Network have been seen and heard; spotted out and about spreading the word on their books, their message, and most importantly, the love and provision of our precious Father. Here’s where you may catch them: Joan Benson appeared on Storytellers with Cristy Lou to discuss her historical fiction novel, His Gift. Attached is the link to hear the full one-hour interview. https://www.facebook.com/christy.lindsay.714/videos/1167724997227945 For additional information on Joan, visit her website at https://www.joancbenson.com/ Growing Hearts with Karen Whiting Karen Whiting has published several articles and has been interviewed on multiple radio stations recently. Catch her if…

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A Chat with Author Ellen Fannon

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https://ellenfannonauthor.com/Greetings from Sarah Sundin in California! Today I have the joy of interviewing Ellen Fannon, a multi-published author, retired veterinarian, and former foster parent! Ellen’s here to share about her latest novel set, Honor Thy Father. Welcome, Ellen! Please tell us about Honor Thy Father. Honor Thy Father Episodes One and Two is the story of a family torn apart through a series of unfortunate events. The story follows each main character’s life through twenty-five years. When the patriarch of the family needs a life-saving bone marrow transplant, the family must come together and put aside misunderstandings and bitterness. It…

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Fascinating Friday Feature –

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A behind-the-scenes peek at writing. I begin each new book with…get ready for it… “Now, how do I do this?” Every single book. One would think after sixteen novels, I wouldn’t have to ask this question. So, why would I? That’s another question I ask at the start of each book. Why is this so hard? Well, if it were easy, everyone would write a book, right? Still…even when I follow the brief synopsis I submit to my publisher for the book, I struggle with getting started, mostly because the actual story rarely follows what I submitted. Take Counter Attack,…

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A Chat with Author Angela Breidenbach

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Greetings from Sarah Sundin in California! Today I have the honor of interviewing author, genealogist, former CAN president, and former Mrs. Montana—Angela Breidenbach! She’s here to share about her latest novel, Song of the Rockies. Welcome, Angela! Please tell us about Song of the Rockies. With no prospects of being a mother, eleven boys landing in her lap created chaos. But when one boy goes missing, and his unexpected father shows up demanding help, can love and hope overcome fear and doubt? A beautiful tale of compassion, mothering, and unexpected love as the Wild West turns toward the new century….

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A Chat with Author PeggySue Wells

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Greetings from Sarah Sundin in California! Today I have the joy of interviewing PeggySue Wells, author of numerous nonfiction and fiction books. She’s here to tell us all about her newest novel, The Patent. Welcome, PeggySue! Please tell us about The Patent. As the world teeters on the verge of World War III, the nation that develops a patent attorney’s invention will be militarily invincible in the race for global dominance. When America’s enemies steal the plans and kidnap the inventor, Marc Wayne must escape before his captors realize the invention is theoretical. Or is it? Ooh! That sounds exciting….

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Seen and Heard – April and May Happenings

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Many among our Christian Authors Network have been seen and heard, caught out and about spreading the word on their books, their message, and most importantly, the love and provision of our precious Father. Here’s where you may catch them: Susan Neal, CEO of Christian Authors Network (CAN) and Christian Indie Publishing Association (CIPA), was a featured speaker at The Well Conference for Creatives in Hudsonville, Michigan in April. In addition to her faculty sessions, Susan announced the winners of the Christian Indie Awards and the CAN Marketing Awards with a live presentation for the first time during their awards…

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A Chat with Author Joan C. Benson

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Greetings from Sarah Sundin in California! Today I have the privilege of interviewing author Joan C. Benson, who is here to share about her new children’s book, co-authored with Marjorie Wingert. Welcome, Joan! Please tell us about your book, God’s ABCs. God’s ABCs may seem like a fun-filled alphabet book with bright illustrations and rhyming text. Yet, it builds an understanding of God’s good plans and purposes for each person’s life. Gender identity is subtly addressed, affirming the concept that our gender is not random or changeable, but designed by God. What inspired you to write this book? God’s ABCs…

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A Chat with Author Linore Rose Burkard

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Greetings from Sarah Sundin in California! Today I have the joy of interviewing award-winning novelist Linore Rose Burkard! Today she’s hear to share about her latest release. Welcome, Linore! Please tell us about your book One Cinderella Night. Emma Benson, a young working girl, is obsessed with worries when her boyfriend recruits her for Mafia dirty work. With her life at stake, she must con a billionaire. When she falls for the guy and can’t go through with the plan, all seems lost. But can a fairy tale ending save the day? Sounds fun! What inspired you to write this…

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Book Review: Honor Thy Father (Episodes 1 & 2) by Ellen Fannon

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Contemporary Christian Fiction: Honor Thy Father, Episodes One and Two Honor Thy Father is a two-part story of a family which is separated from each other through a series of tragic circumstances. The prologue takes place in 1989, the current time, and introduces the five main characters. Adam Wallace, the father of three children, Charlotte, Dana, and Scott, is suffering from a rare form of leukemia and needs a bone marrow transplant to save his life. The prologue reveals that Adam has been separated from his daughters for twenty-five years and has not had any contact with them. But now he…

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