No one quite prepares you for the day the house grows quiet. The lunches stop needing packed, the schedules loosen, and the role that once defined every hour suddenly shifts. When children leave home, well-meaning advice often follows—join a gym, pick up a hobby, stay busy—but busyness doesn’t always heal the ache of letting go. […]
Writing About My Savior: Author Barbara M. Britton on Faith, Calling, and Christian Fiction
Every Christian author faith journey looks a little different—but each one bears the unmistakable mark of God’s guiding hand. In today’s guest post, Barbara M. Britton shares how her walk with Christ led her from learning Bible stories as a child to writing biblical fiction that brings the miracles of Jesus vividly to life. Her […]
When Women Took the Helm: Two Novels of Courage on River and Sea
History is filled with moments when courage rises quietly—and leadership comes from unexpected places. When Women Took the Helm reflects stories where women step forward in faith, take responsibility when circumstances demand it, and lead with conviction across dangerous waters. From a WWII riverboat to the open sea, these novels remind us that courage […]
Start the Year Lighter—Inside and Out | Christian Devotionals for the New Year
A new year often brings a desire for fresh starts—but lasting change rarely comes from doing more. Instead, it begins by making room for what matters most. If you’re longing for a calmer heart, a more peaceful home, and a faith-centered way to begin the year, you’re not alone. This season, we’re inviting readers to […]
Less Guilt, More Books: Reader Resolutions for the New Year
A new year brings fresh starts, hopeful plans, and—if you’re a reader—a dangerously optimistic TBR list. January has a way of making us believe this is the year we’ll finally read all the books we already own, never abandon a story halfway through, and always remember to bring a book everywhere we go. (Bless our […]
When Real History Inspires Fictional Places
What happens when family history, local lore, and imagination collide on the page? For many authors, writing about fictional towns in real places allows them to honor the past while asking timeless “what if” questions. In this reflective post, Regina Rudd Merrick shares how her deep roots in western Kentucky, a long-lost town that never […]
Walking Through Caesarea Maritima: A Biblical Fiction Writer’s Journey Through History
Stepping into Caesarea Maritima is like walking straight into the pages of Scripture. With its sweeping harbor, Roman theater, and shoreline hippodrome, this ancient city remains one of the most striking Roman ruins in Israel. Built by Herod the Great and later governed by Pontius Pilate, Caesarea sat at the crossroads of culture, power, and […]
A Month of Mercy and Light: December’s New Christian Fiction Books
December brings a special kind of reading joy—cozy evenings, twinkling lights, and stories that remind us why we love fiction in the first place. That’s why we’re thrilled to share our December Christian fiction new releases, featuring two unforgettable books to close out the year. This month, readers can dive into the much-anticipated continuation of […]











































































































































































