Linda Shenton Matchett can still name her fifth-grade bully. In this guest post, she explains how her newest Christmas novel taught her that forgiveness starts with a choice, and why the feelings can come later.
Tag Archives: Christian Fiction
Why My Characters Wait (And Why “I’m a Christian” Isn’t Their Reason)
Why do my characters wait? It’s not the reason you’d expect. New on the blog: what closed door really means in Christian fiction, and why “no spice” doesn’t mean no heat.
Matters of the Heart Audiobook Free on YouTube
The Matters of the Heart audiobook is free to watch on YouTube right now. Meet Hans Korhonen, a soldier searching for peace after the Civil War, in a cut scene that sets his story in seconds.
Scavenger Hunts, Polaroid Cameras, and Why I’m Still Playing at My Age
Remember the thrill of a mall scavenger hunt with a Polaroid camera and a group of crazy friends? I do. Today I’m hosting one online — and there’s a hidden lantern, a $0.99 book deal, and a free reader gift waiting for you.
The Story Behind Desire of My Heart
What if your greatest mistakes became part of God’s greater plan?
Does Simple Mean Less? Writing Christian Fiction With Purpose
Does writing simple, faith-centered stories make them less valuable? A Christian author reflects on purpose, obedience, and writing fiction that quietly points readers to Jesus.
When Being Strong Is the Only Thing You Know How to Be
She could outwork any man on the ranch, and she had. But no amount of capability had ever made her feel truly known. If that sounds familiar, Keeper of My Heart was written with you in mind.
When the Years Feel Wasted: God Restores All Things
Have you ever felt like too much time has passed, or too much has been lost, for God to redeem? Joel 2:25 reminds us otherwise: “I will restore to you the years that the locust hath eaten.” Your story isn’t over. With God, even wasted years can be made whole.
Who Do You Think You Are?
Identity isn’t something we earn—it’s something God declares. Discover truth and encouragement through Scripture and story in this heartfelt devotional featuring Dial P for Perfect by Heidi Gray McGill.
Interview with Isabella Skellenger: Developmental Editor Extraordinaire
Get to know Isabella Skellenger, a developmental editor whose blend of instinct, kindness, and faith transforms stories—and encourages authors every step of the way.