Marybeth Whalen
There is never a dull moment in Marybeth Whalen’s life as the mother of six children, the director of the popular blog, She Reads, and the author of The Mailbox and She Makes It Look Easy (David C Cook).
Kim Cash TateGarnering a 4 ½ star rating from Romantic Times, Kim Cash Tate’s second novel, Cherished, follows her well-received debut novel, Faithful (Thomas Nelson) and proves she is an author to watch.
Ginny YttrupGinny Yttrup’s debut novel, Words (B&H), received overwhelming acclaim as she poured her own experiences into a story of an abused child seeking freedom in the beauty of words. Her highly anticipated Lost & Found (B&H) releases February 2012.
Patti LacyPatti writes contemporary women’s fiction inspired by Romans 8:28, and her debut novel, The Irishwoman’s Tale (Kregel), released in 2008. Her most recent novel, Reclaiming Lily (Bethany House), is a heart-wrenching story of adoption, sacrifice and cultural ties.
Jennifer AlLeeShe may have shared the same hospital nursery as Michael Landon, Jr. when she was born, but Jennifer AlLee hopes her books have more lasting power than that claim to fame! Look for The Love of His Brother (Five Star), The Pastor’s Wife, and The Sister Road (Abingdon) in early 2012.
Carla StewartReceiving rave reviews for her award-winning debut novel, Chasing Lilacs, Carla Stewart backs up the praise with Broken Wings (Faithwords), a beautifully told story of the devastating pain of Alzheimer’s and spousal abuse.
Nicole Baart An advocate of small-town life and adoption, Nicole Baart’s literary prose and unique characters have garnered praise from Publishers Weekly and a Christy Award nomination. Discover Beneath the Night Tree (Tyndale) and look for Far From Here (Howard) in February 2012.
Jennifer Rogers SpinolaJennifer Rogers Spinola was born in the South, spent two years in Japan as a missionary, and now lives in Brazil with her Brazilian husband and son. Her debut novel, Southern Fried Sushi, will be followed by Like Sweet Potato Pie and ‘Till Grits Do Us Part (Barbour) in 2012.
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Christa AllanChrista Allan’s tagline, “Author of not your usual Christian fiction” is reflected in her characters grappling with alcoholism, homosexuality, addiction and marital dysfunction. Discover Walking on Broken Glass and The Edge of Grace (Abingdon).
Meg MoseleyMeg Moseley’s debut novel, When Sparrows Fall (Multnomah), challenges religious extremism in a woman’s search for spiritual freedom for herself and her children. When she isn’t writing, Meg can often be found on the back of her husband’s motorcycle, thinking of story ideas.