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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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 Karen Whiting

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Greetings from Marti Pieper amid the lovely fall weather of Seneca, South Carolina! I haven’t met all of our CAN authors in person, but the one I have the privilege of interviewing today is a special friend. Karen Whiting and I have many things in common, including, the fact that we both have five adult children. Karen is a prolific writer who has much to share, so let’s get started with our interview. Welcome, Karen! Please tell us about your book, 52 Weekly Devotions for Family Prayer.

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2021 Spring New Releases

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2021 Spring New Releases Author: Crystal BowmanTitle: My Arms Will Hold You TightPublisher: TyndaleRelease: January 2021ISBN-13: 978-1496446220Genre: Board BookLink to Book: https://www.tyndale.com/p/my-arms-will-hold-you-tight/9781496446220 Author: Roseanna M. WhiteTitle: Dreams of SavannahPublisher: Bethany HouseRelease: January 5, 2021ISBN-13: 978-0764237478Genre: Historical RomanceLink to Book: https://www.roseannamwhite.com/books/stand-alone-novels/dreams-of-savannah Author: Becky HarlingTitle: How to Listen so Your Kids Will TalkPublisher: Bethany HouseRelease: January 5, 2021ISBN: 978-0764237218Genre: NF/ParentingLink to Book: http://beckyharling.com/store Author: Caryl McAdooTitle: Duplicity at the Lowell HousePublisher: Peaceable PublishingRelease: January 11, 2021ISBN-13: 979-8569032020Genre: Mystery, HistoricalLink to Book: Amazon Only Author: Molly JebberTitle: Maryann’s HopePublisher: Kensington Publishing GroupRelease: January 26, 2021ISBN-13: 978-1420150674Genre: Historical Fiction/AmishLink to Book: https://www.mollyjebber.com/maryannshope.html Author: Grace…

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A Chat with Author Karen Whiting

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Greetings from Sarah Sundin in California! Today I have the honor of interviewing CAN Treasurer and the award-winning author of over twenty-five books, Karen Whiting! Karen is well known for her creativity, her hard work for CAN, her generosity to other writers, and her adventurous spirit—I shared a kayak with her once! Karen, please tell us about your book, 52 Weekly Devotions for Families Called to Serve. A weekly theme with hands-on activities, a contemporary story of a family with someone who serves (first responder, military, volunteer, missionary, etc.), a Bible story, chat prompts, scrapbook prompts, and more make it…

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NEW RELEASE: 52 Weekly Devotions for Families Called to Serve by Karen Whiting

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52 Weekly Devotions for Families Called to Serve by Karen Whiting Publisher: Rose Publishing Release Date: September 2019 ISBN#: 9781628628173 About the book:  Help your children develop a servant’s heart as you discover more about the lifestyles of people who serve— first responders such as firefighters, police, and EMTs; military, missionaries, and families who volunteer?  Understand the call to serve, the sacrifices, living with a member in a dangerous career, and dedication that impacts the entire family, plus the rewards and joys of really helping people. That’s what you’ll discover in 52 Weekly Devotions for Families who Serve as you…

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Fall Author Activities

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You’ll find Karen Whiting at some upcoming book festivals and bazaars with her books: November 3: Historic Cocoa Village Book Festival November 10 Suntree United Methodist Christmas Bazaar November 17-18 Authors for Authors Book Fair at Eau Callie Center in Melbourne in conjunction with the Eau Callie Fine Arts Festival Newest article: https://www.crosswalk.com/slideshows/12-thanksgiving-celebrations-in-the-bible.html

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Interviews and Awards!

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Here’s the latest CAN news! Karen Whiting has a few more interviews to share: Monica Schmelter interviewed her on Bridges to talk about the joy of making and sharing bread and bread in the bIble https://vimeo.com/263945269?ref=fb-share&1 Brevard Authors Society interviewed her about a few of ther titles and how she got into writing https://video.search.yahoo.com/search/video?fr=aaplw&p=brevardauthorssociety+youtube+karen+whiting#id=2&vid=d0675cc7d90a1f776cd81733bb2c8d45&action=click Karen’s newest article, 10 Benefits of Family Prayer Time,  is on Crosswalk https://www.crosswalk.com/family/parenting/kids/10-benefits-of-family-prayer-time.html     Author Heather L.L. FitzGerald is excited to announce that her book, The Genesis Tree, is a Speculative Fiction finalist in the Selah Award competition, part of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian…

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Opportunities, Adventures, and More!

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The second annual SoCal Christian Writers’ Conference is coming up June 21-23 at Biola University in La Mirada, CA. Writers of every genre and stage will find community and a place to grow. Learn about the publishing industry from veteran authors, editors, and agents. Hone your craft and develop a deeper understanding of what makes a best-selling novel or nonfiction book. And find a haven of spiritual refreshment that will reignite the passion in your soul that tells you this is the story our Storyteller has put on your heart. Be reminded that with Him, your words can touch lives. For more…

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Hear Ye! Hear Ye! Book Reviews Galore

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Looking for unique book ideas for that special reader this Christmas? We’ve got three book reviews from three very different genres to present today! A medical thriller, a devotional cookbook, and a Christian fantasy offer some less-than-mainstream choices for the bookworms on our list. See what others have said and then check them out at your favorite outlet! ******* Medical Judgement by Richard Mabry, M.D. Abingdon Press   Medical Judgement, a medical suspense novel by Richard Mabry, M.D., kept me in a state of suspicion to the end. I suspected everyone of harassing Dr. Sarah Gordon, a woman who had…

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