There’s something unforgettable about Savannah, Georgia. From cobblestone streets and centuries-old architecture to the rhythm of the Savannah River and the breezy charm of nearby Tybee Island, this coastal city offers more than a relaxing getaway. For writers, Savannah Georgia travel inspiration is everywhere. What began as a late summer road trip quickly became the […]
The Third Act Begins: Finding Purpose After the Children Fly the Coop
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. […]
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 […]
When an “Oops Book Baby” Becomes a Blessing: The Story Behind Glitter and the Grouch
Today we’re thrilled to welcome Mary Pat Johns to the blog! As the author of the Romance in Valiant Series and several Scrivenings Press novellas, Mary Pat’s love for both writing and God shines through every page she pens. In this post, she shares the Glitter and the Grouch book inspiration—how her unexpected “oops book […]
Birthday Thoughts
What do you want to be when you grow up? Where do you see yourself in twenty years (let’s be honest, none of us saw ourselves here when we were asked that back in 2000)? What are your short-term and long-term goals? Want to know a secret? It’s my birthday. While many people probably evaluate […]
The Value of Your Words
If you’re like me, you sometimes wonder if what you do, or what you say, or what you write make a difference. A simple “well-done” or “thank you” help us know that what we do, say, or write have value. As authors, we are encouraged when we know people are reading our books and express […]
A Time Like This
I remember school being canceled for a day or two because of flu. I remember ducking under my desk at school with my arms over my head and go-home drills during the Cold War. I remember being stuck at home while the snow piled high, closing roads and businesses. I don’t recall a time […]
“Encourage One Another”
With all the wonderful, skillful writers who blog, I often find it difficult to come up with a new idea for a blog post. The author of Ecclesiastes (1:9) proclaims, “And there is nothing new under the sun.” As writers, we know that an old subject with a new twist or point of view can […]








































































































































































