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Author Interview: Michele Ashman Bell on Modesty

Michele Ashman Bell is a bestselling LDS author who has joined us in the past here on Families.com. With the release of her new novel and its emphasis on the importance of modesty, I’ve invited her back to speak with us on this most important topic. Michele, thank you so much for joining me today. Can you tell us about your recent release? “A Modest Proposal” is about Lauryn Alexander, a fashion designer in New York, who is determine to design high fashion, but modest, clothing. She is convinced that not all women are built like runway models and not … Continue reading →

Author Interview – Sherry Ann Miller (part two) Her Books

Thank you for joining us for part two of our conversation with award-winning LDS author Sherry Ann Miller. If you missed part one, click here. Sherry Ann, when we left off yesterday, we were getting ready to talk about your books. What was your first novel? My first novel ever published was “One Last Gift.” But, it is not my first novel. I wrote many, many novels while my children were young . . . all of which never published. As I read them now, I know why they were never published. They lack continuity, they lose momentum, and the … Continue reading →

Author Interview — Elizabeth Petty Bentley (part two) Her Newest Novel

Thank you for joining us for part two of our conversation with novelist and publisher, Elizabeth Petty Bentley. If you missed part one, click here. When we left off yesterday, Beth and I were discussing her novel, “In a Dry Land.” Beth, I understand your book is more of a literary novel than we’re used to seeing in the LDS market. How has it been received? In Meridian, Jennie Hansen said, “Readers who enjoy Thomas Hardy’s tragic style won’t want to miss this one. Those who like intense realism, hard choices, and don’t mind a dose of injustice, should give … Continue reading →

Author Interview – Carole Thayne: Plans for the Future

We have been chatting with LDS suspense author Carole Thayne. If you missed parts one, two, or three, click here. Carole, you have two published novels but they have both gone out of print. (They can still be purchased through Amazon.com and through Carole’s website.) Do you have plans to write in the future? I have written two books since my last one and am currently writing another one. My third book is another spin-off and is set in Grouse Creek. Three elderly ladies are the main characters, but my publisher rejected that one. Everyone who has read it loves … Continue reading →

Author Interview – Linda Paulson Adams: Thoughts on Creativity

Thank you for joining us for part three of our author interview with Linda Paulson Adams. If you’d like to read part one or two, click on these links. Linda, we’ve been discussing your End Times novels. I wonder, do you have other novels planned for the future? Yes, a few. I have both a fantasy novel and a mainstream women’s fiction manuscript on my back burner. I’ll always be writing something. But as a storyteller, I’m interested in exploring all the various mediums–short stories, novels, plays, songs, film. I expect my work to evolve over time, both in content … Continue reading →

Author Interview – Rachel Ann Nunes

Today our featured author is best-selling LDS women’s fiction author Rachel Ann Nunes. Rachel, thank you for taking the time to visit with us today; I know you’re busy. Let’s get right down to the first question: how many books have you written? Ah, tricky question. Do you mean written or published? How about both? I’ve published twenty-five books so far, but I have two more in to my publisher that are on their way. I have another manuscript almost finished. Plus I have four fantasy novels finished that I’ve never done anything with, and a half-finished last day scenario … Continue reading →

Author Interview – Annette Lyon

Our featured author for this interview is LDS historical and contemporary novelist, Annette Lyon. Annette, thank you for joining us today. Your first two books written for the LDS market are contemporary. Can you tell us about them and give us a synopsis on each? My first book, “Lost Without You,” is about a woman named Brooke who’s nearly thirty and single who hopes she has found Mr. Right in an local police officer–then discovers he’s still grieving over the death of his wife from a few years back. They both have to grapple with the complications of what a … Continue reading →

Author Interview – Michelle Ashman Bell, Part Four

Thanks for joining us for our concluding interview with top selling LDS author, Michele Ashman Bell. If you missed parts one, two, or three, click on these links to get caught up. Michele, in addition to the women’s fiction and Christmas booklets you’ve written, you’ve also come out with some children’s books. Can you tell us about those? “Latter-day Spies: Spyhunt” – This book is about a pair of twins whose father is the American Ambassador to Germany. Because of his high profile status the kids are kept under close watch. The children are joined by their friend, Fami, a … Continue reading →

Author Interview – Michele Ashman Bell, Part Three

Thanks for checking in with us as we continue our talk with Michele Ashman Bell, best-selling LDS women’s fiction author. Here are the links to parts one and two. Michele, of all your novels, do you have a favorite? I love my Vietnam series even though I’m still not sure why I wrote about a war and a country I knew nothing about. My favorite stories are those that show a person overcoming great odds and triumphing. I love stories of survival and beating the odds. That’s why my favorite book is “Without A Flaw.” I love the main character … Continue reading →

Author Interview – Michelle Ashman Bell, Part Two

Thank you for joining us for part two of our talk with Michele Ashman Bell. If you missed part one, click here. Michele, when we left off yesterday, you were midway through telling us about your novels. Can we hear about the rest of them? My next book is “Without a Flaw” – I love Isabelle, the main character in this book, and the growth that she goes through with this story. Isabelle is in a very controlling marriage and she knows that she is not safe with her husband. One day he will go too far with his anger … Continue reading →