I hope everyone enjoys seeing all the new books being released each month. Check out the new list below. Now YOU, my friends, are in-the-know! More in-depth descriptions of these books can be found on the ACFW Fiction Finder website. Biblical: Slender Reeds: Jochebed’s Hope by Texie Susan Gregory — In a deadly race to save her son, a young slave woman dares defy the most powerful man in the world. (Biblical from Barbour Publishing) Contemporary Romance: Crazy Woman Christmas by Renee Blare — A quiet cowboy whisks Bianca to his ranch to ride out the Christmas blizzard where she…
Art Imitates by Author Jenna Victoria
Today, Author Jenna Victoria, is a guest on Loretta’s Loft. Enjoy her story below, and celebrate the release of her new book War of the Heart: In Sunday school, my teacher asked each child to select and memorize a “life hymn” by the end of that term’s class. This was long before the rise in contemporary worship styles, the explosion of the Gospel music industry and super-star praise-and-worship bands and solo artists. My choice was to be selected from tunes I loved singing in VBS or children’s church or heard my grandmother humming or playing on an upright piano. Although…
Dare to Be You!
How many times have you looked at others and longed to be just like them? Too many, I’m afraid. A famous singer, a talented artist, a gifted architect, a successful author, and the list goes on. Maybe, you’d like to be as jovial, friendly, elegant, or personable as someone in your workplace, church, neighborhood, or even in your family. Over the past two weeks I’ve heard different variations of the story of David and Goliath. Coincidence? I don’t think so. The original version is in the Bible in I Samuel 17 & 18. However, the first person delving into this story…
A Grateful Heart
by Tracy Crump Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:6-7 (NKJV) Rain streaked down the taxi windows as I sat in the back seat waiting for the driver. I was exhausted from flying 700 miles by myself to attend a writers conference. Now a mix-up with airport transportation presented one more confirmation that I should have stayed home. What was I thinking to make this trip…
ACFW’s New Releases For October 2016
October 2016 New Releases More in-depth descriptions of these books can be found on the ACFW Fiction Finder website. Biblical Fiction: Providence: Hannah’s Journey by Barbara M. Britton — When the prophet of Israel refuses to heal her, Hannah flees Jerusalem and is captured by an enemy with a curse all his own. (Biblical from Harbourlight [Pelican]) Shadow of the Storm by Connilyn Cossette — In defiance of her mother, Shira pursues her heart’s calling to become an apprentice midwife. When a delivery goes horribly wrong, Shira finds herself bound to a man who betrayed her, the caretaker of three…
Step into The Water
by Loretta Eidson When I stepped into the water I felt an awesome thing, Deep inside my being was the rumbling of a spring. A flash before my eyes was the life I had lived, Then I realized . . . Jesus will forgive. My mouth began to utter repentance in His name, No longer do I hang my head in unforgiven shame. Oh, I’ll never leave this water; I’ll not miss the dry land ‘Cause my eyes have been opened to the spiritual side of man. I long for my family and all those around To step into this water…
Life Generating Words
While reading Battlefield of the Mind by Joyce Meyer, it occurred to me the irony of how well that title describes the multitude of thoughts in writer’s minds. We enter a mental battlefield every time we sit down to write. While our thoughts press against a pliable wall of ideas, we must filter through them before a structured story can emerge in an intriguing manner. We delve into dictionaries and thesauruses in search of the perfect descriptive words that will capture our audience and make a difference. We study, evaluate, rationalize, and think through all the critiques, recommendations, and guidelines…
2016 ACFW Conference Revisited
What happens at a writer’s conference? Chatter, squeals, hugs, laughter … and prayer! Imagine going to a conference where everyone has the same interest as you, whether the focus is on quilting, art, woodworking, or any other hobby or job. Adrenaline peaks as the conversation escalates on the newest techniques, what works or doesn’t work, and ho w to make your dream project the best it can be. Then, to meet professionals who have even more wisdom to offer. This is how writer’s feel when we all gather in one place. We see old friends who traveled across the U.S….
The Secret to a Better Life, One Word at a Time
It is my pleasure to welcome Chris Maxwell as a guest here on Loretta’s Loft. Chris is a the author of several non-fiction books, he is a pastor and a profound speaker. He gave me my first opportunities at freelance writing and has been an encourager to me and my heartfelt call to write Christian romantic suspense. To Chris, I am grateful. To God, I give the Glory. Take it away Chris… During a recent discussion with a friend, I emphasized the importance of revisiting. Revisiting past experiences we seek to deny or avoid, revisiting healthy life seasons, revisiting songs or days or events….
Can a Dead Tree Live?
For months, I have driven passed this tree along the ninety-one-mile trek of highway as my husband and I travel to visit family and friends in our old hometown. Every time we’d pass it, I’d tell myself, “I want a picture of that tree.” Finally, last week, we pulled to the shoulder of the highway, and my husband snapped the photo…so here you have it. Why was it so important to me? People are like this tree. Their lives have branched out in multiple directions. Now, my analytical friends are probably saying, “Loretta, that’s just a dead tree.” To which…