Why Do the Amish Quilt?
It’s a pretty well-known fact that the Amish are excellent quilters. But when you stop to think about it, that fact seems a little bit odd, doesn’t it? The Amish are a people who emphasize living...
View ArticleThe Magical World of Books
Today’s post is by Meg Moseley, a friend of mine who authored When the Sparrows Fall and the newly-released Gone South. She used to write human-interest pieces for a suburban section of the the Atlanta...
View ArticleInterview with Amish Fiction Author Leslie Gould
UPDATE: This giveaway is now over. Congratulations to Cindy Armstrong! Cindy has won an autographed copy of Adoring Addie, by Leslie Gould. Today’s post is an interview shared by Leslie Gould. Leslie...
View ArticleHow to Make Homemade Old-Fashioned Lemonade
UPDATE: This giveaway is now over. Congratulations to Mary Preston. Mary has won a copy of Melissa’s book, Pioneering Today–Faith and Home the Old Fashioned Way. Today’s post was written by Melissa K....
View ArticleA Giveaway and Kim Vogel Sawyer on Hope
Today’s post was written by my author friend Kim Vogel Sawyer. Kim is the author of many heartwarming novels, some Amish fiction and some non-Amish. She will be doing guest blogs a few times this year,...
View Article3 Modern Amish Quilt Designs and Appreciating Life
We’ve been talking a bit about the tradition of Amish quilting. Amish quilts have changed over the years. In my previous posts, I discussed a few different ways that Amish women reuse and recycle old...
View ArticleNoah’s Ark and a Giveaway
Today’s post is by Meg Moseley, a friend of mine who authored When the Sparrows Fall and Gone South. She used to write human-interest pieces for a suburban section of the the Atlanta...
View ArticleAmish Lifestyles, a Summertime Recipe, and a Giveaway ~
Today’s post is about Amish lifestyles and the only Amish Mennonite food and lifestyle magazine. The post is written by Sherry Gore. She’s the editor-in-chief of Cooking & Such magazine and author...
View ArticleGiveaway! Author copies of For Every Season have arrived!
My author copies of For Every Season have arrived! You know what that means, right? Time to have the first of several giveaways! It is hard to believe that the month of August is upon us! By the end of...
View ArticleFor Every Season Book Trailer and a GIVEAWAY!
I have a book trailer to share with you! If you can believe it, the latest book in the Amish Vines and Orchard Series, For Every Season, is coming out next week, on Tuesday, August 20! Here’s a link to...
View ArticleFor Every Season is Out! Chapter Showcase and GIVEAWAY!
I’m so excited to announce that my latest book in the Amish Vines and Orchards series, For Every Season is out! It is available TODAY in stores and online! Thank you so much to all my readers who have...
View ArticleRachel’s Country Store ~ an Amish dry goods store
A few months ago, I mentioned Rachel’s Country Store in a blog post discussing what makes Amish businesses so successful. Rachel has shared a bit of her story below, and she’s also giving readers a...
View ArticleDelicious Family Recipe and Cookbook Giveaway
In For Every Season, Rhoda gives her best for Kings Orchard Maine to succeed. Even after all my research, I’m no expert at growing apples like Rhoda or my husband’s family, but I definitely enjoy...
View ArticleSmores Whoopie Pie Recipe and Giveaway
Today’s post is written by guest blogger Melissa K. Norris. Wait until you see what she shares with us! But first, I have a fun link to share with you! You can vote for which brother you think should...
View ArticleThoughts from a Writer Friend and a Giveaway!
Update: This giveaway is now over. The winner is Shirley Blanchard. Congratulations, Shirley, you have won copies of Meg’s books Gone South and When Sparrows Fall! Today’s post is a guest post by an...
View ArticleAuthor Kim Vogel Sawyer’s Favorite Color
Dear Readers ~ Last week we heard from one of my author friends, Meg Moseley, and you had a chance to win two of her books. This week I am spotlighting another friend and Christian fiction writer, Kim...
View ArticleChristmas novella Q&A and Giveaway!
Update: This giveaway is over. The winner is Jan Metivier. Congratulations, Jan, you have won an autographed copy of each of the Christmas novellas: The Sound of Sleigh Bells, The Christmas Singing,...
View ArticleA Homemade Christmas & Book Giveaway
Update: This giveaway is over. The winner is Wendy. Congratulations, Wendy, you have won an autographed copy of Melissa’s book, A Homemade Christmas! Today’s post is by Melissa K. Norris, author of...
View ArticleHow the Amish decorate for Christmas, recipe, and giveaway!
Update: This giveaway is over. The winner is Marsha Bashline. Congratulations, Marsha, you have won an autographed copy of The Dawn of Christmas! October was a beautiful month in many ways, but it’s...
View ArticleCoffee ~ A story from author Meg Moseley
Update: This giveaway is over. The winner is Sharon Holweger. Congratulations, Sharon, you have won an autographed copy of Meg Moseley’s book Gone South! Today’s guest post makes me want to take a...
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