February 2018 FamilyFiction
In this issue: Francine Rivers shares how God can work in even the most broken people, James L. Rubart talks about the biblical roots of a classic tale of terror–and his modern-day take on the story, and deadly secrets lurk beneath the beautiful setting of Colleen Coble’s new series. We also have interviews with Amish author Wanda E. Brunstetter, Contemporary author Sharon Garlough Brown, Historical author Mesu Andrews, Romance author Carla Laureano, Fantasy author S.D. Grimm, Suspense author Samuel Parker, YA/Teen author Bailee Madison, Comics creator Marsden Thrummler, and film director Scotty Curlee. All that and 30+ New Releases in Christian books and movies, and best-seller charts.
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Features
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Francine Rivers
Francine Rivers reveals the question that inspired her novel, the challenge of creating a protagonist unlike any she’s ever written, and the common thread woven through all her work…
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James L. Rubart
In this exclusive interview, James L, Rubart discusses his struggles as a beginning writer, how he relates to his conflicted main character, and the unusual inspiration for his next novel.
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Colleen Coble
Colleen reveals why she scouts her locations, her longtime love of suspense and mystery stories, and why a great suspense story doesn’t require objectionable content…
News
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Patrick W. Carr
Scattered with an ever-growing darkness around them, the Vigil must discover a path to keep their land safe or risk losing the world…
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Angela Hunt
Top-selling historical novelist Angela Hunt has sold more than 5 million copies of her books in her career.
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Eric Wilson
Samson’s journey of passion, betrayal, and redemption inspires audiences to realize that life’s failures need not define their future.
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Suzanne Woods Fisher
Fisher is ranked as one of the top five inspirational Amish fiction writers.
Department Spotlights
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Wanda E. Brunstetter
Wanda E. Brunstetter shares the life lessons found in her new novel, her favorite recipes from the cookbook, and the new series she’s working on now…
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Sharon Garlough Brown
Sharon Garlough Brown describes the real-life inspiration behind the series, how stories impart insight, and how readers can use the novels to enliven their own walk with God…
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Mesu Andrews
Mesu tells why she loves writing biblical fiction, what inspired her to write Zibah’s story, and the research behind her biblical novels…
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Carla Laureano
Carla Laureano discusses the real-life controversies that sparked ideas for the plot, the common ground shared by writers and foodies, and the power of social media…
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S.D. Grimm
In this exclusive interview, S.D. Grimm reveals more about the world she has created and what her young protagonist is up against….
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Samuel Parker
Author Samuel Parker tells a little more about this tale of vengeance and justice, the familiar setting he chose, and how he hopes readers will respond….
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Bailee Madison
Bailee Madison talks about the challenges of a long-distance collaboration, what “living brave” means, and her hope for the future of this story….
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Family Fiction Staff
Brenna Thummler explains what she loves about Anne, the challenges of collaborating on such a large project, and why this story is still relevant today…
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Family Fiction Staff
Although proud of his incredible athletic accomplishments and the impact he has on his students, David’s family pays a high price for his years of competitive running.
New Releases
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Laura V. Hilton
Love by the Numbers Laura V. Hilton Whitaker House Genres: Amish, Romance Phoebe’s Light Nantucket Legacy #1 Suzanne Woods Fisher Revell Genres: Amish, Romance Words from the Heart Amish Letters #3 Kathleen Fuller Thomas Nelson Genres: Amish, Romance An Extra Mile: A Story of Embracing God’s Call Sensible Shoes Read More
