I’m full of gratitude. My last book, Blazing China (family saga), reached Amazon’s #1 newrelease in Asian Literature in August 2023 and #1 overall ranking in its category on 10/1/2023.To my delight, Blazing China recently received its 100th global rating on Amazon.Amazingly, my new release, Prestige of Hearts (a thrilling romance novel), also reachedAmazon’s #1…
Hello and welcome to the Brave Blog! My name is Aubrey and I am standing in as this week’s BraveInterviewer because this week, our Brave Author is none other than the very talented Sarah Hanksherself! Let’s give her a warm welcome. Aubrey: I’m going to jump right in and ask how you define bravery. What…
This week I’m interviewing Brave Author B. D. Lawrence. Welcome to the Brave Blog! Sarah: We’ll start with a fun question. What’s your favorite genre to read? B. D.: When I was young it was science fiction and fantasy. Read all of Tolkien’s books the first time as a teenager. Read a lot of Roger…
Written by Brave Author Shannon McNear This is the testimony of a writer completely poured out and empty, yet who kept clinging to quiet assurances in her spirit that the Lord was with her and would indeed bring her through the birth process that is the first draft of every book. A year ago, a…
ll Corinthians 1:10 “Who delivered us from so great a death, and doth deliver: in whom we trust that he will yet deliver us;” In my earlier years, I had my life mapped out. If I look back now, and circle the times, and dates where I went through adversity, hardships and lows, I would still…
A guest devotional by Tracy L. Smoak Domestic violence doesn’t begin with attack. If it did, everyone would recognize danger and runaway. No, domestic violence often begins with a whirlwind courtship. Prince Darling or PrincessSweetness appears on the scene as an answer to our prayers. At first. Fragrant flowers, delicious dinners and gifts overwhelm us….
This week on the Brave Blog, I’m interviewing Brave Author Shannon McNear. Shannon is a RITA finalist and Selah Award winner, and the author of fascinating historical fiction. Shannon is giving away one of her books, so make sure to check out those details at the end of the post. Welcome, Shannon! Sarah: How would…
By Brave Author B.D. Lawrence February contains the following holidays or recognized days. Valentine’s Day. Holiday Hugs Day. CreativeRomance Month. National Mend a Broken Heart Month. Black Love Day. Self-Love Day. Madly in Lovewith Me Day. Love Reset Day. National Love Your Pet Day. What if, while we’re determining ways toromance or love that special…
Today on the Brave Blog, I’m interviewing Jullie Arduini, whose current series deals with trauma and addiction. Welcome to the Brave Blog, Julie! Read to the end to see how you can enter to win a copy of one of Julie’s books. Sarah: Who’s the bravest person you know? Why? Julie: Although she’s no longer…
by Brave Author Aubrey Taylor “I have compassion on the crowd.” Matthew 15:32 ESV This verse jumped out at me the other day. For many years, I had been very busy serving God in the church. My activities outside of Christian settings were minimal. Even my children were homeschooled. Then, I was called out of…