Christian Mystery Writers

The 3rd Covenant, by David Brollier, now only $5.99

2010-04-02T18:51:00.001-07:00

Isn't life funny? When my book was published in 2006 the suggested retail price was set at $24.95. At their site, however, the price was $19,95. Then a couple of weeks ago they lowered all books to $7.99. Now I don't know if this is signalling the end for Publish America, but if you want to purchase THE 3RD COVENANT, now is the best time, because they've dropped it down even lower

THE WORDSMITH, THE KID, AND THE ELECTROLUX, by Clifford Leigh

2010-01-07T01:00:00.000-08:00

There seem to be mixed feelings about this book, although it is almost always seen positive. Some people feel it is too advanced for a children's book, like myself. Others feel that it is too far out or complex. Others, of course, don't feel it is complex enough. All I can tell you that my trip with Corey in THE WORDSMITH, THE KID, AND THE ELECTROLUX, by Clifford Leigh was a trip I

THE WORDSMITH, THE KID, AND THE ELECTROLUX, by Clifford Leigh

2010-01-05T01:00:00.000-08:00

Each new author we at CFRB read has a style all their own. I personally like some better than others, basically because I like mysteries (I include SF, fantasy and even horror in this category). Generally it's hard for me to get into a romance, but that's just a personal thing. Another personal thing is I really want to see Jesus shining through the work, whether His name is mentioned or not. In

THE CAT THAT MADE NOTHING SOMETHING AGAIN, by James Maxon

2009-12-08T01:00:00.000-08:00

This month the Christian Fiction Review Blog is touring a book that is for the young and the young at heart. THE CAT THAT MADE NOTHING SOMETHING AGAIN, by James Maxon is a delightful tale, full of both imagination and imagery that is sure to grab that little one's attention. Think of this story as a gift, a Christmas gift if you will. As you unwrap it you find there is more to it than just

TOUCHED BY A VAMPIRE, by Beth Felker Jones

2009-11-16T01:00:00.000-08:00

This isn't what I expected. To be absolutely truthful I've been on the lookout for a really good novel that is deals with vampires in such a way as to teach the truth of the Gospel. Without going into all of that, however, let me get into this review. As I stated, this isn't what I expected. I expected a novel, not an expose of the works by Stephanie Meyer. Yet, since I had committed myself

TALKING TO THE DEAD, by Bonnie Grove

2009-11-06T01:00:00.000-08:00

This month the Christian Fiction Review Blog tours TALKING TO THE DEAD, by Bonnie Grove. I have to say this has been one of the most difficult books to review, but not because it is bad and certainly not because it is poorly written. TALKING TO THE DEAD is both interesting and written well. It's just that, well, how do you write a review about a book that has so much going on, so many changes

IF ONLY YOU KNEW, by Mags Storey

2009-10-10T01:00:00.000-07:00

It's been a pleasure working with author Mags Storey, and her book IF ONLY YOU KNEW has managed to touch several heartstings in this little man. I know Laura Davis has posted an interview already, but I'd like to close the week out with an interview of my own. Just as Karen Slaughter has a mystery to tell, so also does Mags Storey have a story to tell, so let's begin.CMW: You have an

IF ONLY YOU KNEW, by Mags Storey

2009-10-04T01:00:00.000-07:00

The Christian Mystery Writer's Forum welcomes you to another Christian Fiction Review Blog tour, this month, IF ONLY YOU KNEW, by Mags Storey.Maybe because I'm old, maybe because I'm a guy and romances aren't really my thing, the book just didn't seem to come together like I wanted it to. It is well-written in every other aspect, but I found the pacing a bit off. Some things seemed a little

MOHAMED'S MOON, by Keith Clemons

2009-09-06T08:30:00.001-07:00

This month the Christian Fiction Review Blog tours Mohamed's Moon, by Keith Clemons. I have a personal reason for loving this story, which I will share with you in a bit. As a summary I might write something like; Two religions, two brothers, two nations, one love. Mohamed's Moon is a suspense novel about the clash between two different ways of thinking, and what happens to one man who finds

NOT FAR FROM THE TREE, by Ruth Smith Meyer

2009-08-07T01:00:00.000-07:00

The Christian Fiction Review Blog is proud to tour NOT FAR FROM THE TREE, by Ruth Smith Meyer. What's it about? Well, perhaps the best way of explaining this would be to those who have read the book or seen the movie Fried Green Tomatoes. In that story a woman shares her past with a younger woman that happens to be visiting. The story becomes part what is going on between the aging woman and

The 3rd Covenant at super low prices

2009-07-18T19:36:00.000-07:00

For those of you who have wanted to get my book but didn't want to shell out $25 (and I don't blame you) there is good news. Read on:Dear Author, We have lowered the sales price of your book in our online bookstore to only $6.99*. No minimum purchase necessary. Offer valid for online purchases only. Go to www.publishamerica.com/shopping, type in your book title, and see for yourself.

CFRB Tours Stephanie Reed

2009-07-11T01:00:00.000-07:00

The Christian Fiction Review Blog is touring Stephanie Reed's books, ACROSS THE WIDE RIVER and THE LIGHT ACROSS THE RIVER. Although I have both books I've only read the one, the 2nd as it turns out. When I finish the other book I'll put up a review of that book, but for now can only speak about THE LIGHT ACROSS THE RIVER.While sometimes she seems to fly through the year at the speed of a 747,

CFRB Tours Stephanie Reed

2009-07-10T01:00:00.000-07:00

The Christian Fiction Review Blog is touring Stephanie Reed's books, ACROSS THE WIDE RIVER and THE LIGHT ACROSS THE RIVER. Although I have both books I've only read the one, the 2nd as it turns out. When I finish the other book I'll put up a review of that book, but for now can only speak about THE LIGHT ACROSS THE RIVER.I read these in reverse order because of a communication mix-up on my end.

ANGEL OF WRATH, by Bill Myers

2009-06-08T01:00:00.000-07:00

People from a church begin to die. The police can't call in accidental death or death by natural causes, because either on the person or at crime scene, and sometimes both, there is a note accusing them of committing a specific sin. These people attend Rev. Thomas Harmon's megachurch. His son Will, has been hanging around the wrong people trying to fit in. He just can't stand the hypocracy in

Amish Love - with Cindy Woodsmall

2009-06-05T01:00:00.000-07:00

Amish LoveWhat’s all the hubbub about Amish fiction? Major media outlets like Time and ABC Nightline are covering it, and authors like Cindy Woodsmall are making the New York Times bestseller list regularly. What makes these books so interesting? Check out the recent ABC Nightline piece here (http://abcnews.go.com/Nightline/story?id=7676659&page=1) about Cindy and her titles When the Heart

The Night Watchman, by Mark Mynheir

2009-05-23T01:00:00.000-07:00

I had the extreme privilege of reading yet another of Mark Myheir's fantastic novels. This one, THE NIGHT WATCHMAN, features ex-cop Ray Quinn, as he is drawn into investigating a suspicious death in the Condo where he is working as a night watchman (hence the title).We meet Ray on his way to work, and in doing so find out why he is no longer a detective with the Orlando Police Department. Seems

The Ark, the Reed, and the Firecloud, by Jenny Cote

2009-05-06T01:00:00.000-07:00

Who among us wouldn't love to re-enter history to see exactly how God worked things out that we have read about in Scripture? I know I would. I doubt that I would have picked the Flood, simply because staying aboard a ship with all those animals for a year would drive me nuts. Yet I've thought about walking around with Jesus during His earthly ministry, or following David from shepherd to king

ENDURING JUSTICE, by Amy Wallace

2009-05-04T01:00:00.000-07:00

WaterBrook Press/ Multnomah Books is proud to present Enduring Justice, by Amy Wallace.In Enduring Justice, Hanna Kessler’s childhood secret has remained buried for over two decades. But when the dark shadows of her past threaten to destroy those she loves, Hanna must face the summer that changed her life and the man who still haunts her thoughts.Crimes Against Children FBI Agent, Michael Parker

SAVE MY CHILDREN, by Emily Wierenga

2009-04-10T01:00:00.000-07:00

Christian Mystery Writers is pleased to include the following interview with Emily Wierenga, author of SAVE MY CHILDREN. This has been one really interesting read. I have to tell you, I would not have chosen to read this book on my own, however after having read it, I am so glad that I did. Please take the short time it takes to read this story. Let it get into your heart and mind and

2009-04-04T01:00:00.000-07:00

The Christian Fiction Review Blog book for April is SAVE MY CHILDREN, by Emily Wierenga. This is redoubtably the most unique work of Christian fiction I've read to date. The reason I say this is that it's based on real people, real events, and it's difficult to figure out where the "fiction" in the story really is. Putting that aside, and the fact that many stories seem to be incomplete,

ERETZEL, by William McGrath

2009-03-06T01:00:00.000-08:00

The Christian Fiction Review Blog (CFRB) has been touring ERETZEL, by William McGrath this week. Earlier in the week I posted an interview with Mr. McGrath which I hope you enjoyed. At that time I mentioned that I would be posting a review of this book later in the week. Well, this is that post, that review.ERETZEL, by William McGrath is quite an achievement. It is book 2 in The Sword of Fire

ERETZEL, by Willam McGrath

2009-03-03T01:00:00.001-08:00

CFRB tours ERETZEL, by William McGrath this month. I will have a review later in the week, but for now I'd like to share with you an interview I had with the author. I hope you enjoy it.CMW - Thank you for being here today Bill. I'm sure people want to hear more about your book ERETZEL, perhaps some things that we can't get in a review. So let's begin. ERETZEL is the 2nd book of yours we have had

SIR BENTLY, by Chuch Black

2009-02-23T01:00:00.000-08:00

This second installment in Chuck Black’s Knights of Arrethtrae series tells the tale of Sir Bentley, an honorable knight who abandons all to seek the truth of the Prince. Eirwyn, a mysterious young woman who brings food to the poor, teaches Bentley the power of compassion to overcome evil. Together, they save the people of Holbrook from poverty and despair.Sir Bentley’s quest for the truth of the

VENGEANCE, by Donna Dawson

2009-02-01T01:20:00.000-08:00

It's time for VENGEANCE, no not the action, the book by Donna Dawson. All this week CFRB will be touring this book. Today I'd like to set the stage for you. Imagine a boy who watches his father die slowly of a terrible sickness. Imagine thirty years later an FBI agent on his first vacation in a long time. Imagine this vacation is in part a cruise to and from his destination of Hawaii. Now

SEABIRD, by Sherry Thompson

2009-01-10T01:00:00.000-08:00

Before I begin I want to make one thing clear. I am not, nor do I ever see me being a big fan of romance, and a historical romance, for me, only makes it worse. Having said that let me move on to some more positive notes.GENTLE JOURNEY, by Elaine Lyons Bach is one of the best romances I've red, with the

2008-05-04T20:00:00.000-07:00

Asulon, the name itself feels natural rolling off the tongue. Gentle, but strong, the name seems to inspire confidence, strength, refuge, even hope and true justice. Where have we heard of this before? Well, although the name is different perhaps one might be thinking of the enchanted kingdom of Camelot. There are similarities between the two. Both are kingdoms ushered into existence through

NEVER CEESE, by Sue Dent

2008-04-07T20:40:00.001-07:00

This week it is my joy and pleasure to tour NEVER CEESE, by Sue Dent. If you really want to learn more about this follow the links at the bottom of this page or go to the Christian Fiction Review Blog where her book is currently being toured.Now before people start in on me let me just say that I'm not generally a horror fanatic, and trust me, Sue Dent taps into the horror genre with her

CFRB hosts THE VOID, by Mark Mynheir

2008-03-02T18:34:00.000-08:00

This week the Christian Fiction Review Blog features THE VOID, by Mark Mynheir. This is an excellent story if you like mysteries, speculative fiction, science fiction, or just a plain good story, believable characters, realistic situations (for the most part) and a brilliant imagination.Special Agent Roberta "Robbie" Sanchez, with the Florida Department of Law Enforcement has been spending her

CFRB tours NOR IRON BARS A CAGE, by Caprice Hokstad

2008-02-03T02:10:00.000-08:00

Day 1 SundayTreasure of Spiritual LessonsCaprice Hokstad is one of the most unique and interesting writers that I've had the pleasure to read. This is in no way putting down other writers, but is my assessment of her work, her dedication, and her insight, both as a writer and as a person. Interestingly enough NOR IRON BARS A CAGE, her second book, and the second one toured here, follows TIME

Reluctant Smuggler, by Jill Elizabeth Nelson

2008-01-28T17:43:00.000-08:00

When Desiree Jacobs “steals” a priceless Mayan mask from Museo de Arte Mejicana, little did she realize the problems it would cause. First, the “theft” was to test the museum's security system. Second, well, I'll let you read about that. Third, the arch-rivals, the Greybechs, a competing security agency that stoops to all lows in order to gain clients, or rather make sure the HJ Securities

CFRB Tours NOR IRON BARS A CAGE, by Caprice Hokstad

2008-01-15T23:56:00.000-08:00

In place of a regular post for NOR IRON BARS A CAGE, by Caprice Hokstad, I decided to put up her trailer. This will give me more time to work on the posts for her book on the Christian Fiction Review Blog, which you'll be able to read the first full week of February.Read more, even sample chapters at Welcome to LatophYou can find out more and purchase the book at Amazon

CFRB Blog Tour - TIME MASTERS by Geralyn Beauchamp

2008-01-07T22:11:00.000-08:00

Day 3 Tuesday TIME MASTERS, BOOK ONE: THE CALL, by Geralyn Beauchamp is one of the finest pieces of writing I've ever had a chance to read. She wrote this masterpiece for herself, if you can believe that. She did it just to prove that she could write. If you've read some of the other posts you'll realize that it was originally 750 pages. She managed to trim it down to 566. The thing that

Dear Loved One,

2007-12-06T16:15:00.000-08:00

As you well know, we are getting closer to my birthday. Every year there is acelebration in my honor and I think that this year the celebration will berepeated. During this time there are many people shopping for gifts, there aremany radio announcements, TV commercials, and in every part of the worldeveryone is saying that my birthday is getting closer and closer. It is really very nice to know,

CFRB Blog Tour

2007-12-03T02:54:00.000-08:00

Don't forget to check out WIND FOLLOWER at the CFRB Blog. This book by Carole McDonnell, is an unforgettable work of sci-fi/fantasy. Since I also write the posts at CFRB you may just want to go over there and see what else I've said. Then you can click on the CFRB Members Blog Roll and check out what others are saying about this novel as well.On sale at Amazon Books As well as Juno BooksYou

For Parents Only

2007-11-26T18:26:00.000-08:00

Summary:Shaunti Feldhahn is known for unlocking the mysteries of relationships for men and women. Now she turns to a parent’s relationship with a child, particularly a child of the opposite sex. Drawing on the results of a nationwide survey of kids and teenagers, she explores questions such as: * What do moms need to understand about the “tough and tender” boy who values respect over love?

FAITH AWAKENED, by Grace Bridges

2007-11-05T21:50:00.000-08:00

Day 3 TuesdayThe main character in FAITH AWAKENED is Mariah, a 22 year old young Irish woman in Belfast. Although she works with computers she feels that her job is part of an enforced slavery by the Masters over all people. Chapter 2 starts out in the most amazing and foreboding of ways. Mariah tells us, the readers, that she is going to tell her story, a story of how great the world once was

NEVER LOOK BACK, by Kathy Herman

2007-10-13T09:27:00.001-07:00

Ivy Griffith, beautiful, single mom of an adorable 7 year old, is being released from prison. Her life seems to be on the upswing since she settled matters between her and the Lord (back in EVER PRESENT DANGER). Only Ivy can't seem to break free from her past. She tries to settle in, and with the help of her family, gets a job at the reception desk for the Christian Camp. The bond between Ivy

FLASHPOINT - Day 2

2007-10-07T23:08:00.000-07:00

Yeah, yeah, I know I have the other blog going, but I needed to make mention of the links at the end. It was made known to me that the original links to Yellow30 Sci-Fi were wrong. I've corrected them. You'll find them at the end of this post and corrected in yesterday's as well.So, what would you do if you had an ID chip in you, telling the government that you were a terrorist, capable of

2007-10-06T23:30:00.000-07:00

FLASHPOINT, by Frank CreedDay 2 MondayThis month's tour at the Christian Fiction Review Blog is FLASHPOINT, by Frank Creed, a Biblical cyber-punk view of end times. Lots of action with unrealistic sequences that he makes you feel as though they are realistic. This is a keeper folks. If you don't go out and get a copy I'm gonna let Calamity Kid handle you. He's a “Sandman” in a “muscle cell”

2007-09-19T14:38:00.000-07:00

This week, theChristian Fiction Blog Allianceis introducingThe Ex Files(Touchstone June 19, 2007)by Victoria Christopher MurrayABOUT THE AUTHOR: Victoria Christopher Murray always knew she would become an author, even as she was taking quite an unlikely path to that destination. A native of Queens, New York, Victoria first left New York to attend Hampton Institute in Virginia where she majored in

2007-09-11T21:46:00.000-07:00

This week, theChristian Fiction Blog Allianceis introducingLIFE, LIBBY, AND THE PURSUIT OF HAPPINESS(Harvest House Publishers March 1, 2007)by Hope LydaABOUT THE AUTHOR: Hope Lyda has always wanted to write. Ever since she was a young tyke with a spiral notebook in hand, she had the urge to fill it. Sadly, Peggy Meets the Midgets did not cause Hope to be deemed a child prodigy, so she continued

2007-09-04T23:23:00.001-07:00

p>This week, theChristian Fiction Blog Allianceis introducing Sushi for One? (Zondervan, September 1, 2007)by CAMY TANGABOUT THE AUTHOR: Camy Tang is a member of CFBA and is a loud Asian chick who writes loud Asian chick-lit. She grew up in Hawaii, but now lives in San Jose, California, with her engineer husband and rambunctious poi-dog. In a previous life she was a biologist researcher, but

2007-09-04T08:52:00.000-07:00

HIGH STREET, by Jack Stinson This week over at the Christian Fiction Review Blog, they’re spotlighting Jack Stinson’s book HIGH STREET. (Hint: You can get to CFRB by clicking on the book title above this post) This highly emotional, introspective and realistically dark tale of a young man whose life was altered after leaving home for college and entertaining himself on

2007-08-28T23:25:00.001-07:00

This week, theChristian Fiction Blog Allianceis introducingTHE DEAD WHISPER ON(Bethany House July 1, 2007)by T. L. HinesABOUT THE AUTHOR:Tony is the author of the acclaimed Waking Lazarus. He has been an advertising agency owner/principal, a trade amgazine editor, and now a novelist.He has been a professional writer for more than 15 years with articles appearing in publications as varied as Log

Get ready for HIGH STREET

2007-08-22T20:50:00.001-07:00

2007-08-21T23:47:00.000-07:00

This week, theChristian Fiction Blog Allianceis introducingTHE VOID(Multnomah Fiction August 21, 2007)by Mark MynheirABOUT THE AUTHOR: Mark Mynheir is a cop writer. He has authored Rolling Thunder (The Truth Chasers Book One) and From the Belly of the Dragon (The Truth Chasers Book Two). During his career as a police officer, Mark has worked as a narcotics agent, a S.W.A.T. team member, and a

2007-08-15T16:26:00.001-07:00

This week, theChristian Fiction Blog Allianceis introducingOFF THE RECORD(Zondervan August 15, 2007)by Elizabeth WhiteABOUT THE AUTHOR: Beth White is the author of Fireworks and Fair Game, as well as the critically acclaimed Texas Gatekeepers serie from Love Inspired Suspense.In her own words, she appreciate her most valued roles as wife and mom. Beth is also a second-grade Sunday school teacher,

2007-08-08T15:08:00.001-07:00

This week, theChristian Fiction Blog Allianceis introducingAND IF I DIE(Faithwords August 2007)by John Aubrey AndersonABOUT THE AUTHOR: John grew up in Mississippi cotton country. After graduating from Mississippi State, he received an Air Force commission and has recently retired after flying twenty-eight years for a major airline. He lives in Texas with his wife, Nan.ABOUT THE BOOK:AND IF I DIE

INFINITE SPACE, INFINITE GOD

2007-08-06T06:30:00.000-07:00

ISIG Virtual TourWhen the Christian Fiction Review Blog toured INFINITE SPACE, INFINITE GOD, I took several stories and focused on them. This is one of the stories that I really loved, although there are others. I hope that if you haven't read ISIG you really should. You will be pleasantly surprised, challenged and just have some fun.The work I want to talk about is “Interstellar Calling” by

CFRB Tours THE DUKE'S HANDMAID, by Caprice Hokstad

2007-08-05T22:58:00.001-07:00

Day 2 MondayTHE DUKE'S HANDMAID takes you to a different place, a different time, where people seem strangely the same as they are here. Although it is a more simple time, the ravages of sin can be seen as clearly as they can today, but then also can love and loyalty.Visit any of the following links to learn more about the book:THE DUKE'S HANDMAID is available at Amazon.com Don't miss out on

2007-08-01T12:08:00.000-07:00

This week, theChristian Fiction Blog Allianceis introducingRETURN TO ME byRobin Lee HatcherABOUT THE AUTHOR: Robin is the author of over fifty novels, including Catching Katie, named one of the Best Books of 2004 by Library Journal. Winner of the Christy Award for Excellence in Christian Fiction, two RITA Awards for Best Inspirational Romance, and the RWA Lifetime Achievement Award. Robin, who is

2007-07-25T08:09:00.001-07:00

This week, theChristian Fiction Blog Allianceis introducingTO DANCE IN THE DESERT(RiverOak, May 1, 2007)by Kathleen PopaABOUT THE AUTHOR: Raised in the American Southwest, Kathleen began her love affair with the desert as a child. Before becoming a writer she, among other jobs, worked in both the juvenile facility fro incarcerated girls and a home for emotionally disturved children. Mother of two

I Am Not Ashamed

2007-07-24T07:39:00.000-07:00

This is a statement that was read over the PA system at the footballgame at Roane County High School, Kingston, Tennessee, by schoolPrincipal, Jody McLeod.“It has always been the custom at Roane County High School footballgames, to say a prayer and play the National Anthem, to honor God andCountry.“Due to a recent ruling by the Supreme Court, I am told that saying aPrayer is a violation of

2007-07-18T08:02:00.001-07:00

This week, theChristian Fiction Blog Allianceis introducingONE STEP OVER THE BORDER(Center Street June 12, 2007)by Stephen BlyABOUT THE AUTHOR:Stephen Bly is a pastor, a mayor, an antique Winchester gun collector and a writer.He's mayor of a town of 308 in the mountains of Idaho, on the Nez Perce Indian Reservation. In his spare time, he pursues the three R's of ridin', ropin' and rodeo...and

2007-07-11T18:03:00.000-07:00

This week, theChristian Fiction Blog Allianceis introducingFEARLESS(Bethany House, July 1, 2007)byRobin ParrishABOUT THE AUTHOR: Robin Parrish had two great ambitions in his life: to have a family, and to be a published novelist.In March of 2005, he proposed to his future wife the same week he signed his first book contract.Born Michael Robin Parrish on October 13, 1975, Robin's earliest writing

2007-07-10T18:10:00.000-07:00

This week, theChristian Fiction Blog Allianceis introducingWedding Bell Blues(Avon Inspire 2007) byLinda WindsorABOUT THE AUTHOR:Linda, a native of Maryland's Eastern Shore, is the author of eighteen historical novels and nine contemporary romances for both the secular and Christian market. A Christy Award finalist, Linda has received numerous awards in both the ABA and CBA, including the

CFRB Tours Terri Blackstock

2007-07-05T22:37:00.000-07:00

The week is winding down for this tour of Terri Blackstock's new book TRUE LIGHT. If you want to read more that I've written go to http://cfrblog.blogspot.com and you'll find them all there. I have one more to go.For those of you who like book trailers I put together a simple trailer for Terri's book. That's also on the CFRB site, but I'll post it here as well.Be sure to visit Terri at her

2007-07-04T22:43:00.000-07:00

This week, theChristian Fiction Blog Allianceis introducingISLAND INFERNObyChuck HoltonABOUT THE AUTHOR:Chuck served four years in the Elite 75th Ranger Regiment–the same unit profiled in the movie “Black Hawk Down.” Chuck saw combat in Panama in 1989. After leaving active duty, Chuck flew helicopters in the Wisconsin National Guard while attending the University of Wisconsin.In 2004, after ten

CFRB Tours Terri Blackstock

2007-07-01T21:51:00.000-07:00

I apologize for not putting up a startling review or something, but I just got back from the Deadly Ink writer's convention, a very profitable, if not exhausting time with other mystery writers. Having said that, it's all I can do to keep up the CFRB blog. So I really, REALLY, encourage you to visit us there at CFRB. Terri Blackstock is a special friend of mine, as well as one very talented

2007-06-27T21:49:00.000-07:00

This week, theChristian Fiction Blog Allianceis introducingTHE DIVINE APPOINTMENT(Howard Books June 5, 2007)by Jerome TeelABOUT THE AUTHOR:Jerome Teel is a graduate of Union University, where he received his JD, cum laude, from the Ole Miss School of Law. He is actively involved in his church, local charities, and youth sports.He has always loved legal-suspense novels and is a political junkie.

2007-06-20T13:31:00.000-07:00

This week, theChristian Fiction Blog Allianceis introducingRELUCTANT RUNAWAY(Multnomah, March 2007) by Jill NelsonABOUT THE AUTHOR:Jill Elizabeth Nelson is a member of the CFBA. Her blog, Artistic Blogger, addresses issues about art, art theft, antiquities preservation, and the art of fiction writing. She takes art seriously - when she's not having fun with it, that is. The To Catch a Thief

Mystery Writers?

2007-06-13T22:41:00.000-07:00

Okay, I admit. Most of what you've been seeing here hasn't been from mystery writers. Indeed the real mystery is why they are here at all. Well, the only explanation I have is that when I started this blog I also joined the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance (CFBA) and then started the Christian Fiction Review Blog (CFRB). Since I'm into my writings and working on CFRB I've been using this blog

2007-06-13T22:40:00.000-07:00

This week, theChristian Fiction Blog Allianceis introducingAs I Have Loved You(Revell June 1, 2007)by Nikki AranaABOUT THE AUTHOR:Nikki Arana is an award-winning author of highly-acclaimed inspirational women's fiction who weaves today's social, political, and spiritual issues into her novels. She has received numerous awards, including the Excellence in Media 2007 Silver Angel Award for The

2007-06-05T21:41:00.000-07:00

This week, theChristian Fiction Blog Allianceis introducingThese Boots Weren't Made for Walking(WATERBROOK Press June 19, 2007)byMelody CarlsonABOUT THE AUTHOR: Melody Carlson has published over 100 books for adults, children, and teens, including On This Day, Finding Alice, the Notes from a Spinning Planet series, and Homeward, which won the Rita Award from Romance Writers of America. She and

THE 3RD COVENANT - "Headlines"

2007-06-05T18:41:00.000-07:00

Over the next few days I'll be publishing "Headlines" that might have been used by papers following the events in THE 3RD COVENANT. Below each I'll have a short article, as if a reporter were following the case. I hope you like this creative touch. To keep things from getting messy around here I'll be setting up a separate section on my website for this. You can get there by going to http://

LIGHT AT THE EDGE OF DARKNESS

2007-06-05T18:18:00.000-07:00

The Lost Genre Guild is celebrating LIGHT AT THE EDGE OF DARKNESS, an amazing anthology of Biblical speculative fiction with a scavenger hunt/blog tour. After reading this fantastic book it doesn't surprise me that such a creative technique would be used to get the word out about their book.For more information go to The Lost Genre Guild's blog. Be sure to comment and "ping" them with the

THE 3RD COVENANT - Day 1

2007-06-03T18:01:00.001-07:00

Since others are supposed to be doing this and not me--it's my book--I'm not going to say much about it. Here's the synopsisA Catholic priest is murdered in Manhattan's Chinatown. Detective Nat Adams is put on the case. Also assigned to the case is CSI May K. Wish. Nat, a Christian, attempts to share his faith, and then struggles with it himself. May wants to concentrate on the case at hand,

2007-05-30T14:30:00.000-07:00

This week, theChristian Fiction Blog Allianceis introducingSPIRIT OF SWEETGRASSIntegrity/Thomas Nelson (March 6, 2007)by Nicole SeitzABOUT THE AUTHOR:NICOLE SEITZ is a South Carolina Lowcountry native and freelance writer/illustrator published in South Carolina Magazine, Charleston Magazine, House Calls, The Island Packet and The Bluffton Packet.A graduate of the University of North

2007-05-16T20:50:00.000-07:00

This week, theChristian Fiction Blog Allianceis introducingORCHARD OF HOPE(Revell March 1, 2007)by Ann GabhartABOUT THE AUTHOR:Ann H. Gabhart has published a number of adult and young adult novels with several different publishers. The author of The Scent of Lilacs, Ann and her husband live a mile from where she was born in the Bluegrass region of Kentucky. She is active in her country

2007-05-10T20:26:00.000-07:00

PETTICOAT RANCHDay 6 FridayMary's Profile on her blog reads: “Mary Connealy has three books in bookstores now or coming soon from Barbour Publishing. Mary, is married to Ivan a farmer, and she is the mother of four beautiful daughters, Joslyn, Wendy, Shelly and Katy. You can find Mary on the internet like a middle-aged, female Where's Waldo at www.maryconnealy.com! Mary is a GED Instructor by day

2007-05-09T20:48:00.000-07:00

PETTICOAT RANCHDay 5 ThursdaySophie's girls. It only seems right to mention these cute little monsters, or these monstrous little cuties, depending on how you look at it. As I've been saying she has 4 girls. Mandy, the oldest, followed by Beth, then Sally and finally Laura, the baby of the bunch. These girls are important to the story on several levels. They add to the drama in times of

2007-05-08T20:50:00.001-07:00

PETTICOAT RANCHDay 4 WednesdayNow to my favorite. Comedy. Not something you'd expect of a mystery writer maybe, but I love comedy and PETTICOAT RANCH has it to overflowing. There's been some good writing and some good comical moments in some of the other writings I've read for CFRB so far, but Mary had me belly-laughing. That's not something I normally do, even when it's good. But I just

2007-05-08T20:47:00.000-07:00

Ransomed Dreams by Amy Wallace This week, theChristian Fiction Blog Allianceis introducingRANSOMED DREAMS(Multnomah April 16, 2007)by Amy WallaceABOUT THE AUTHOR:Amy Wallace is a member of the CFBA and an avid Blogger. A self-confessed chocoholic, this freelance writer is a graduate of the Gwinnett County Citizens Police Academy and serves as the liaison for the

2007-05-07T20:06:00.001-07:00

PETTICOAT RANCHDay 3 TuesdayRomance. This is one of my least favorite genres, but every once in a while an author manages to pull it off in a way that even I find myself liking it. This is one of those times. The beauty of this romance is that the people seem realistic. It's not about some Prince Charming riding into the story to save his princess. It's about two people, very much like you

2007-05-06T21:44:00.000-07:00

Day 2 MondayOkay, as we enter day 2 of the tour let's look at the suspense in the story. I've already touched on it out of necessity, but let's go into this more deeply. Cliff Edwards was never the kind of man to run a ranch. He was bull-headed enough, but not knowledgeable enough. Perhaps it was his lack of knowledge that made him a good target. Actually I think it was just a case of being

2007-05-05T22:20:00.000-07:00

PETTICOAT RANCHDay 1 SundayIt's a bird, it's a plane, it's...sorry, that's about someone else. Yet you get the same kind of feel though with PETTICOAT RANCH. Is it a Western? Is it a Romance? Is it a Suspense? Is it a Comedy? With the most unique talent at combining genres and depicting her characters Mary Connealy leaves you wondering just what genre to place this book in. It neatly falls

2007-05-01T20:41:00.000-07:00

This week, theChristian Fiction Blog Allianceis introducingTRIBULATION HOUSE (Harvest House Publishers May 1, 2007)by Chris WellABOUT THE AUTHOR:Chris Well is an acclaimed novelist and an award-winning magazine editor. His laugh-out-loud Christian thrillers include FORGIVING SOLOMON (one of Booklist's Top 10 Christian Novels of 2005), DELIVER US FROM EVELYN (#1 on Technorati, and a #2 Christian

2007-04-24T20:50:00.000-07:00

This week, theChristian Fiction Blog Allianceis introducingTHE HEIR(Bethany House March 1, 2007)by Paul RobertsonABOUT THE AUTHOR:Paul Robertson is a computer programming consultant, part-time high-school math and science teacher, and former independent bookstore owner in Blacksburg, Virginia. This is his first novel. ABOUT THE BOOK:Jason Boyer Just Got an Inheritance to Die ForThe fortune wasn't

2007-04-17T19:40:00.000-07:00

This week, theChristian Fiction Blog Allianceis introducingA BIGGER LIFENavpress Publishing Group (January 15, 2007)by Annette SmithABOUT THE AUTHOR:In 1997, Annette was working as a home health nurse. She traveled the back roads from house to house, caring for ill and injured, homebound people. Because of her unique position in the lives of relative strangers, she often found herself bearing

2007-04-10T21:15:00.000-07:00

This week, theChristian Fiction Blog Allianceis introducingCORAL MOONZondervan (April 27, 2007)by Brandilyn CollinsABOUT THE AUTHOR: Brandilyn Collins' is the bestselling author of Violet Dawn, Web Of Lies, Dead of Night, Stain of Guilt, Brink of Death, and Eyes of Elisha just to name a few.Brandilyn and her family divide their time between the California Bay Area and Coeur d'Alene, Idaho.She

INFINITE SPACE, INFINITE GOD - Day 7

2007-04-06T19:30:00.000-07:00

Day 7 Satuday"Understanding" is one of my favorites because I'm a mystery writer and this is a mystery. It takes on a different approach than most mysteries as J. Sherer guides you through misunderstandings to truth and true understanding. One of the things I like about this is the twisted ending, which by some strange twist of the divine, is much like my own work in progress. So, not wishing

INFINITE SPACE, INFINITE GOD - Day 6

2007-04-05T21:09:00.000-07:00

Day 6 Friday"Little Madeline", by Simon Morden, is a story, except for a few references of a more modern technology and that she was some kind of mutant life form, could be about any city in the world, small or large. As Jesus told His disciples, “The poor you have with you always.” It's amazing that this story and Good Friday show up at the same time, for this is about choices. Jesus could

INFINITE SPACE, INFINITE GOD - Day 5

2007-04-04T21:54:00.000-07:00

Day 5 ThursdayThe “Mask of the Ferret”, by Ken Pick and Alan Loewen, is one delightfully complex and truly energized story. The authors have looked into the future and not only contemplated other lifeforms from planets unknown to us now, but have given them homes, descriptions and breathed life into them. The entire story feels as if it is alive. The whole story takes place on a faster than

In High Places, by Tom Morrisey

2007-04-04T06:03:00.000-07:00

This week, theChristian Fiction Blog Allianceis introducingIN HIGH PLACES(Bethany House March 1, 2007)byTom MorriseyABOUT THE AUTHOR:Tom Morrisey is the author of four previous novels and numerous short stories, a world-renowned adventure-travel writer whose work has appeared in Outside, Sport Diver (where he serves as Executive Editor) and other leading magazines.He holds an MA in English

INFINITE SPACE, INFINITE GOD - Day 4

2007-04-03T18:54:00.000-07:00

Day 4 WednesdayIn "Interstellar Calling", by Karina Fabian, we take an all too familiar situation and let God in to do as He wills. I love this story on several levels. First, it shows how painful a single word can be, especially to a teenager. Second, we find that teenager, Frankie, trying to control a rage born of pain, with limited success. Lastly, however, is what I like best. For it is

INFINITE SPACE, INFINITE GOD - Day 3

2007-04-02T20:50:00.000-07:00

INFINITE SPACE, INFINITE GODDay 3 Tuesday"Hopkin's Well", by Adrienne Ray is a marvelous work in that we not only get to travel to Mars, consider the impact of "advanced" technology, but we are faced with a question. Are we, as mortals, willing to accept what we have been told to be truth, or will we challenge what we are taught so that we might come to know the truth? This is one of my

INFINITE SPACE, INFINITE GOD - Day 2

2007-04-02T07:31:00.000-07:00

INFINITE SPACE, INFINITE GODDay 2 Monday “The Harvest”, by Lori Z. Scott addresses the issue of cloning and whether or not a human clone has a soul. In "The Harvest" society has determined that clones do not have souls. This puts a doctor-turned-priest in a delicate situation when one of the clones dies. As the situation starts to spin out of control we find the answer to this question coming

2007-04-01T08:33:00.000-07:00

INFINITE SPACE, INFINITE GODDay 1 SundayI'm not going to lie to you. I was a bit nervous about this one. I mean I grew up with a Pentecostal background, although I didn't see myself as judgmental. I felt that religion itself was wrong, and to a large degree maintain that opinion. So reviewing something that not only says it is a collection of Catholic works, but boasts about the fact put me

2007-03-27T19:02:00.000-07:00

This week, theChristian Fiction Blog Allianceis introducingRECLAIMING NICK( Tyndale Fiction, 2007) bySusan May WarrenABOUT THE AUTHOR: Award winning author SUSAN MAY WARREN recently returned home to her native Minnesota after serving for eight years with her husband and four children as missionaries with SEND International in Far East Russia. She now writes full time from Minnesota's north

2007-03-21T07:34:00.000-07:00

It Happens Every Spring by Dr. Gary Chapman and Catherine PalmerThis week, theChristian Fiction Blog Allianceis introducingIT HAPPENS EVERY SPRING( Tyndale Fiction, 2007) byGary ChapmanandCatherine PalmerABOUT THE AUTHORS:GARY CHAPMAN is the author of the New York Times best seller The Five Love Languages and numerous othe rbooks. He's the director of Marriage & Family Life Consultants, Inc., and

Recognizing a Stroke

2007-03-20T17:53:00.000-07:00

STROKE: Remember The 1st Three Letters... S.T.R.My friend sent this to me and encouraged me to post it and spread the w ord . I agree. If everyone can remember something this simple, we could save some folks. Seriously.. Please read:STROKE IDENTIFICATION:During a BBQ, a friend stumbled and took a little fall - she assured everyone that she was fine (they offered to call paramedics) and just

2007-03-14T14:14:00.000-07:00

This week, theChristian Fiction Blog Allianceis introducingTHE RELIANCE( Barbour, January 1, 2007) by Mary Lu TyndallABOUT THE AUTHOR:M. L. (MARYLU) TYNDALL grew up on the beaches of South Florida loving the sea and the warm tropics. But despite the beauty around her, she always felt an ache in her soul--a longing for something more.After college, she married and moved to California where she had