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December 6, 2013 by Tricia Goyer 4 Comments

The Books Authors Read | Anita Higman (Plus a Giveaway)

What was your favorite book as a child?

The Little Golden Book, Cinderella. The story was full drama and romance, and it had this wonderful happily-ever-after.

What book did you read that first made you want to be an author?

Probably the Trixie Belden Mysteries.

What was the last book you read, just for fun?

I’m reading Jane Eyre. It’s such a masterpiece! When I’m finished I’m going to start it all over again.

What upcoming release are you most looking forward to?

A Marriage in Middlebury. I had great fun writing this particular book, since it has some comedy in it as well as some funky characters. I hope readers enjoy the ride!

What books influenced @AnitaHigman most? She shares with @TriciaGoyer:

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About Anita Higman

Best-selling and award-winning author, Anita Higman, has over thirty books published (several coauthored) for adults and children. She’s been a Barnes & Noble “Author of the Month” for Houston and has a BA degree, combining speech communication, psychology, and art. Anita loves good movies, exotic teas, and brunch with her friends. Find out more about Anita at her website or connect with her on Twitter and Facebook.

About A Marriage in Middlebury

One decision changed both their lives . . . but will love win in the end? Charlotte Rose Hill enjoys a comfortable life serving up country delicacies, uniquely blended teas, and matchmaking advice for her quirky, devoted customers. The only thing lacking is someone to share it with. At eighteen she denied Sam Wilder’s marriage proposal after his family convinced her to walk away from their relationship. They both moved on . . . or so she thought. When Sam walks back into her life more than a decade later, Charlotte is surprised that her heart still quickens. But is it because of his presence? Or because of the presence of Sam’s new fiancée? A second chance at love doesn’t happen often, but their past may keep them apart. Is it too late for Sam and Charlotte? Find out more and purchase a copy here.

Giveaway

Anita Higman is giving away a copy of A Marriage in Middlebury to one lucky reader! Enter using the widget below. Only those in the U.S. are eligible to win. You can enter to win more copies of the book and TWO Kindle Fire HDXs by clicking here, plus RSVP to her upcoming author chat party!

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December 6, 2013 by Tricia Goyer 4 Comments

The Books Authors Read | Anita Higman (Plus a Giveaway)

What was your favorite book as a child?

The Little Golden Book, Cinderella. The story was full drama and romance, and it had this wonderful happily-ever-after.

What book did you read that first made you want to be an author?

Probably the Trixie Belden Mysteries.

What was the last book you read, just for fun?

I’m reading Jane Eyre. It’s such a masterpiece! When I’m finished I’m going to start it all over again.

What upcoming release are you most looking forward to?

A Marriage in Middlebury. I had great fun writing this particular book, since it has some comedy in it as well as some funky characters. I hope readers enjoy the ride!

What books influenced @AnitaHigman most? She shares with @TriciaGoyer:

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About Anita Higman

About A Marriage in Middlebury

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November 16, 2013 by Tricia Goyer 1 Comment

Lost in a Book {and how to pass on the love}

Just last week I was lost in a book. I just finished up a World War II novella in a collection I’m writing with Cara Putman and Sarah Sundin. (I’ll make sure to give you LOTS of details about the title and everything when it comes out next fall.)
It’s set around Christmas during WWII in Belgium. For many, many days Belgium was more real to me than the good ole’ USA. The year 1944 was tangible in my mind. My character’s burdens were heavy in my heart. I woke up thinking about field hospitals and hard winters, and I fell asleep doing the same. The problem, of course, is that I have a family still at home.
I have a husband, four children, and my grandma within my four walls. Dinner? Oh, I suppose I should think about that. Baths for the kids, hmm . . . yes, that’s important. Thankfully, I have a babysitter who comes and watches my little ones during the intense writing hours, otherwise I’m sure they’d completely rearrange the whole house while my mind is volleying between conversations with my characters.

When was the last time you got lost in a #book? @TriciaGoyer

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Of course, I’m the same way when I read. Recently, I read Wings of Glass by Gina Holmes. I was so caught up with Penny that there were times when I was cooking dinner or folding laundry that I wanted to pick up my phone and call her up to check on her. Currently, I’m reading Fire by Night by Lynn Austin, and I itch to catch up with Phoebe and Julia like I itch for food around a mealtime.
When is the last time you’ve been lost in a book? You probably are right now. (In fact I’m honored that you’ve taken time to read this blog instead of that novel sitting by your side!)
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July 20, 2013 by Tricia Goyer Leave a Comment

A Daily Dose of Faith for Writers

Have you ever had a character from a book impact your life? Has a character’s faith ever rubbed off on you? As a Christian fiction writer, I always have drama, conflict, romance, and resolutions within my novels, but equally important is how I display my character’s faith. It’s something all Christian authors think about. I love this quote by Jan Karon:

“In my books I try to depict not a glorious faith with celestial fireworks, but a daily faith, a routine faith, a seven-days-a-week faith. Father Tim’s faith is part of his everyday life. He has simple prayers, not polished, pious prayers. He follows the Apostle Paul’s command that we pray without ceasing. I try to depict how our faith may be woven into our daily life, like brandy poured into coffee. I believe that spirituality needs to be basic, common, everyday.”

Of course, the only way to display daily faith accurately is to live it. As a writer, I can research many things—location, occupation, affliction, and affection—but a true connection to a loving God cannot be made up.

So if a character’s faith journey has impacted you, I guarantee an author’s faith journey has been impacted first <click to tweet>. I can speak for many of us Christian authors that God deals with our hearts before one written word goes onto the page.

For me, a successful Christian author isn’t measured in book sales (although those do come in handy, ensuring we can be given the opportunity to write more!). Instead to me a successful Christian author is one who finishes her books, her career, and her life with the flame of God shining bright within!

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