Father, Forgive Them

What inspired Father, Forgive Them?

I actually wrote a story about Pentecost that I still haven't published, but I wanted to write the backstory for one of those characters, and this was it.

What was the biggest challenge in writing Father, Forgive Them?

The pressure of handling Scripture honorably in a fictional setting.

Who will enjoy this book?

Those who enjoy short stories, biblical fiction, and Easter tales.

The story behind the dedication:

To Drew Larkin

You’re a good friend and a wise one.

This story is for you.

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What inspired  Joseph of Arimathea?

I was reading one of my favorite stories in the Bible, The Stranger on the Road to Emmaus, and I was thinking about who the two people walking on the road were. I wondered if they were connected with other stories in the Bible and... this story was born.

What was the biggest challenge in writing  Joseph of Arimathea?

It's always challenging, as well as a huge responsibility, when writing biblical fiction to honor Jesus. Having fun with how some stories could be connected, while staying true to scripture, is always a fun challenge. 

Why read the book?

Who will enjoy this book?

Those who enjoy short stories, biblical fiction, and stories about the resurrection.

The story behind the dedication:

To my Dad

For your example of a living, thriving faith

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What inspired Quest for the Beast?

After writing Waltz into the Waves, I was interested in trying my hand at some other fairytale retellings. 

What was the biggest challenge in writing Quest for the Beast?

Trying to pack a big theme into one tiny short story was hard. I don't think this was my best work, but I enjoyed it

Who will enjoy this book?

Those looking for a quick read, filled with summer and fairytale vibes.

The story behind the dedication:

To Jessica and Julia Coggins

You are both beautiful on the inside and out!

Keep following God and pursuing what is right no matter what, 

and never forget the transforming power of the forgiveness of God

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Remember when everyone seemed to be doing fairytale retellings? Well, I jumped on that bandwagon for a while. I had a lot of fun (not as much as my Emma retelling, but that is a story for another day). I'm excited to share with you today about one of my favorite short stories ever, just because it was so fun.

What inspired Waltz into the Waves?

There was a short story contest to be included in a cindrella retelling. Since it's my favorite fairytale, It inspired me. I thought it would be fun to have a beach setting. I also wanted to have a story where it was vary obvious why the stepmother resented Cindrella, or in this case Amelia.

What was the biggest challenge in writing this book?

Making it short. This was the first time I had written a short story. It was challenging because I'm used to taking more time to show off my characters. It was also fun to see how much I was able to do in a short time. I still prepfere longer stories, but I think dipping my toes into short stories has helped me tighten my storytelling.

Why read the book?

Who will enjoy Waltz into the Waves?

Teens, those who enjoy simple and sweet retellings, or those who are looking for a fun, quick beach read.

The story behind the dedication:

This book was dedicated to my nieces who were little at the time and were in a princess phase. Someday, I'll need to dedicate a full sizd book to each of them. 

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