“Listen in as we talk with Heidi about how she got into writing, why she chose to set the story in Mount Vernon, Ohio, and the sensitive topic of this book. Dial P for Perfect tells the story of Ginger – a curvy girl who is learning to accept herself for the way God seesContinue reading “Marcy Rinehart of WNZR’s “The Morning Thing” talks with Author, Heidi Gray McGill”
Author Archives: Author Heidi Gray McGill
Misconceptions of the Plus-Sized Woman – Lies you should never believe
“As a plus-sized woman in the pew, I felt like I was expected to reform my body inside and out by sheer willpower. Working out at a gym was discouraged. Dancing was discouraged. Yoga was discouraged. What did that leave? Strict diets and walking? But watch what you wear when you walk. You don’t want toContinue reading “Misconceptions of the Plus-Sized Woman – Lies you should never believe”
Matters of the Heart review
“I really enjoyed reading this beautiful historical fiction, it took me back in time, and I tell you, that is what a good book can do. Besides the wonderful entertainment of Reading novels, I also picked up a lot of lessons from the spiritual aspects and real life situations of the characters in this novel.”Continue reading “Matters of the Heart review”
Rainy Day Read
“I grabbed this book to read on a Rainy Day and had nothing else going on. I am glad I had no other plans for that day, as I did not stop reading until I was done with the book.” Read the full post @ https://familymgrkendra.blogspot.com/2022/08/celebrate-lit-blog-tour-matters-of.html
Sharing God’s redemptive story
“Matters of the Heart is [the] story, of how…two immigrants grow in their new home, let go of their insecurities, reach out to help others, and come to a place where they have an understanding with one another. Theirs is not an easy road, but we the readers can really see the growth that takesContinue reading “Sharing God’s redemptive story”
You’re seeing your failure. I’m seeing your worth.
“I love that McGill focuses on the fact that though people are different, working together brings the best results. I love the belief not in coincidence, but “God incidence.” Also, there is a lot Truth for living imparted in these pages.” Read the full blog post by Becky @ Babbling Becky L’s Book Impressions
JOY differs significantly from being happy
1 Samuel 1:18 “[Hannah] said, ‘May your servant find favor in your eyes.’ Then she went her way and ate something, and her face was no longer downcast.” Hannah wanted a son and couldn’t understand why God didn’t give her the desire of her heart. She prayed fervently for years and became deeply sorrowful, toContinue reading “JOY differs significantly from being happy”
Author brings the town to life
“This book has a whole cast of secondary characters that make the book feel complete. The whole town has its own dynamics including the magistrate who will do anything to make sure Katie’s dreams are squashed. The author did a phenomenal job with bringing the town to life. I felt like I was a partContinue reading “Author brings the town to life”
Faith messages are not hidden or diluted in this book
“Matters of the Heart…is a Christian historical novel that does not hide its Christian message. Brava author McGill!” » Read the full blog post by BLOGGER by BloggerSite @ ABBA’S PRAYER WARRIOR PRINCESS Be sure to read the entire Blogger Post to locate the giveaway link for a $25 Amazon Gift card and signed copiesContinue reading “Faith messages are not hidden or diluted in this book”
Experiencing the touch of God
When I was little, serving God seemed daunting and, to be quite honest, difficult. So, how is it I wake every morning and get to glorify my Lord and Savior with my writing? I never expected God would bless my faithfulness. To understand those words, you need to know I struggled through High School, nearlyContinue reading “Experiencing the touch of God”