There is power in stories, I know because there are stories that have changed my life–I turned them into novels. These stories of bravery came from men and women who faced the horrors of war. When you read my historical fiction novels, I hope they give you a new understanding of the men who fought… [Continue Reading]
WWII
The Story Behind A Valley of Betrayal
Today I’m sharing the story behind A Valley of Betrayal. The Spanish Civil War started July 17, 1936, and is widely considered the dress rehearsal for World War II. The history is fascinating and inspired my Spanish Civil War Series which looks through the eyes of those who might have lived through those turbulent times…. [Continue Reading]
London Calling! A Tale of a Sale
London Calling! Here’s a tale of sale–are you looking for a few good reads to pass the long summer days? Take a jaunt across the pond with my London Chronicles Series. Right now the ebook of A Daring Escape and A Secret Courage are on sale for only $1.99 now through July 5th, 2022, at… [Continue Reading]
The Power to Forgive Your Enemies
The Power to Forgive your enemies isn’t something that comes naturally to anyone, even a hero of the faith like Corrie Ten Boom. But, with God’s help, Corrie was able to not only forgive but to extend grace and mercy to those whose actions had devasted so many. With Jesus’ help, we can too. Let… [Continue Reading]
The Miracle at Dunkirk
Have you ever heard of the miracle at Dunkirk? The story is one of God’s people seeking His help and His amazing provision in the face of treacherous odds. When I need a miracle, I always think of Dunkirk and the miraculous way God intervened to save 334,000 men in four days. Let me share… [Continue Reading]
Writer’s Desk Issue No: 3: Cindy Coloma
Writer’s Desk Issue No: 3: Cindy Coloma We’re so excited to have my dear friend, Cindy Coloma featured on this week’s writer’s desk. Cindy Coloma is a bestselling author with over twenty-five published books (fiction and nonfiction) and has written under Cindy Martinusen and Cindy McCormick Coloma. She also works at Microsoft in communications and… [Continue Reading]
One Man’s Story of Hope Shares The Gospel
One Man’s Story of Hope It’s taken me a while to process some hard news that I received recently. I received a text message that read, “Dad left us in favor of heaven.” Thomas Graumann is now in the arms of Jesus. I’m crying, knowing what a joy that is for him! As you know,… [Continue Reading]
Rationing, Recipes, and Teaching Real Life
Rationing, Recipes, and Teaching Real Life We all want to teach our kids about real life. And there are so many ways to do that. For instance, just going to a grocery store and learning to prepare simple meals are life skills we can teach our kids. Even though going grocery shopping and cooking during… [Continue Reading]
Stories Change Hearts {A Visit to Auschwitz}
Stories Change Hearts {A Visit to Auschwitz} I’ve always been drawn to stories, but few have changed my heart like the ones I heard several years ago. It began when we traveled to Poland to see Auschwitz-Birkenau. I’d read many books about Auschwitz and part of my novel Night Song took place there. But nothing… [Continue Reading]
Twice Rescued Child ~ A Story of Hope
Twice Rescued Child Over six million Jews were systematically annihilated in the Holocaust. It’s a number that’s hard for us to wrap our minds around. Nearly eighty years after World War II, horror and sorrow grips our hearts. We’ve heard stories of families torn apart, mass graves, and ash from the chimneys that fell… [Continue Reading]
Remembering Pearl Harbor and a Dawn of a Thousand Nights
Remembering Pearl Harbor and a Dawn of a Thousand Nights Few days capture the shock and horror of war as much as Pearl Harbor Day. On December 7, 1941, Japan’s surprise attack on Hawaii cost 2,403 American lives and left over 1,700 more injured. My friend, Earl Williams, shared his story of that day with… [Continue Reading]