by Johnnie Alexander | Jul 21, 2015 | Authors, Books, Story Spark, Writing
Romance, Rivers, and Serenades, Oh My! by Valerie Comer Which is my favorite of all the stories I’ve written? The one I just wrote. Always. So it seems strange to insist that Sweet Serenade really does hold a special spot in my heart when there are nearly a...
by Johnnie Alexander | Jul 16, 2015 | Authors, Books, Story Spark, Writing
Writing When You’re Homesick by Renee Blare Grief’s a powerful thing. It amazes me how it can bring a family closer or rip it apart. I discovered a bit about that when I lost both of my grandparents in a relative short period of time. My series, the Snowy Range...
by Johnnie Alexander | Jul 9, 2015 | Authors, Books, Story Spark
Caryl McAdoo has a vibrant personality that shines through our email threads. Please welcome her as she shares the inspiration behind her latest release. My new July release One and Done is book three in my Red River Romance series. These novels standalone, connected...
by Johnnie Alexander | Jul 7, 2015 | Authors, Books, Story Spark
One of my favorite things about being a 21st century writer is that I have a friend who lives halfway around the world. We’ve never met, but somehow we connected before either of us were published. I’m excited to highlight Marion Ueckermann’s latest...
by Johnnie Alexander | Jun 30, 2015 | Authors, Books, Story Spark
Patricia Bradley writes romances and romantic suspense. And, I’m proud to say, she’s one of my critique partners. That means I’m lucky to get a sneak preview at her novels. This story is one of my favorites in her Logan Point Series. Definitely a...
by Johnnie Alexander | Jun 23, 2015 | Authors, Books, Story Spark
Story Spark usually features novelists, but today’s post is an exception. Ann Allen shares the story behind her nonfiction book, Out of the Darkness. See below for details on winning a copy of Ann’s new book What sparked the idea for your book? I’ve...