Presentation highlighted role of literary agents in advancement of Christian fiction, plus presented inaugural Lifetime Achievement Christy, and first two inductees into Christy Hall of Fame.
“This novel is a story written around people: a shy, frightened little child, her ten-year-old friend who becomes the conscience of the novel, and an imaginary friend who may not be so imaginary at all.”
“I think we all long for close connections, and I wanted to write a story that allowed the reader to feel like a part of the family.”
?The crux of the issue of adultery is that it?s usually just a symptom of a bigger problem. There’s always an underlying story that was going on long before the actual adultery took place.?
“There is nothing boring about the Christian faith or stories about it.”
“I?ve been reading romances since I was a pre-teen and it?s always been my favorite genre.”
The Carol Awards are ACFW’s recognition for the best Christian fiction published by traditional publishing houses. Categories include Romance, Mystery/Suspense/Thriller, Speculative, Historical, and more.
?I had to place myself fully in the characters? heads, their skins. That allowed me to know what they were thinking.?
?I found two huge, oversized albums filled with pictures and descriptions of the Fair.”