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The Guardian Duke Live Action Book Trailer It's here! My first live action book trailer. [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AdzNGJXkHPs[/youtube]
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“Someday I will meet you and see your face.” Gabriel, the Duke of St. Easton, is ordered by the king to take guardianship over Lady Alexandria Featherstone whose parents are presumed dead after failing to return from a high profile treasure hunt. But the heart-driven Alexandria ignores this royal reassignment. Believing her parents are still ...
The Guardian Duke Only $3.99!
I’m not sure how long this sale will last but you can get my new release, The Guardian Duke, for only $3.99 through itunes (ibooks). And The Snowflake is only .99 cents! It’s so warm and sunny here and my new book is on sale – February is starting out great!
The Guardian Duke for $3.99!!!
Exciting news for iphone/ipad/ipodtouch and Mac users! There are some great deals today on ibooks including The Guardian Duke for only $3.99! Just go to ibooks and click on the “Religion & Spirituality” section and then look for the “Christian Fiction $3.99 or Less” banner. Happy release day! Please help spread the word to anyone ...
And the Winner of The Guardian Duke Is…
Sharon! Congrats and a big thank you to everyone who entered. I’ll be blogging tomorrow about the writing process for The Guardian Duke with more pics and having a Facebook party with another giveaway so check out my Facebook tomorrow, February 1st!! http://www.facebook.com/jamie.carie
My Favorite Piece of Writing Music
I found this on YouTube and listened to it over and over while writing the end of the Forgotten Castles series (with lots of tears, of course!). I had to get it on my blog so I can always find it. Enjoy! Samuel Barber - Adagio for Strings, op.11. Uncut P.S. Contest below is still on! ...
I Received My Copies!
I received my author copies of The Guardian Duke and to celebrate I am giving away three copies on Goodreads http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/12068239-the-guardian-duke and one copy here on my blog!! This book is set in Ireland and Holy Island, England. Here are some of the places in the book: Lindisfarne (Holy Island) England. The only connection between the island ...
And the Winner is…
Sally (#27). Congrats and thanks to everyone who entered! I will have one more copy to give away in January so stop back by! Happy New Year everyone! Happy New Year | Forward this Picture
I’m Finally Getting This Up – Win An ARC of The Guardian Duke!
A A BIG thank you to those of you who have been patiently waiting for me to get this promised contest going! With Christmas and my January 1st deadline, I have really fallen behind. Did you have a Merry Christmas? We did! We have a Christmas Eve tradition of going to church, then coming home ...
Please Welcome Rachel Hauck and Recording Artist Sara Evans!
I’m so excited to have the writing team of Rachel Hauck and Sara Evans on my blog today as a special holiday treat! I was able to interview Rachel about their latest book, Love Lifted Me, and we will be giving away a copy and Sara’s latest CD, Stronger! Love Lifted Me Written by: ...
The Guardian Duke Contest!
Would you like to win an ARC (Advanced Readers Copy) of The Guardian Duke and be one of the first to read it before it comes out? Are you on Good Reads? If so I am running a contest on Good Reads http://www.goodreads.com/giveaway/show/18017-the-guardian-duke-a-forgotten-castles-novel and giving away an ARC on Wednesday, December 14th! Hop on over and sign ...
Wind Dancer only .99 Cents on Kindle!
If you have a Kindle or are gifting one this year, my publisher is running sales on my Kindle books this month and the first two weeks of January! Wind Dancer is only .99 cents right now! Buy it on Amazon Isabelle Renoir is a free spirit who dances alone in the moonlight as a praise ...
And the Winner is…
Jennifer Whitney! A big thank you to everyone for stopping by and sharing your heart about reigniting passions that God has given us. I truly cherish all your stories and thank you for sharing your heart with me. Until next time, my dears! More fun to come and I have this revelation God gave me ...
Book Signings This Weekend!
I have two big, multi-author book signings this weekend in Indianapolis if you are in the area. I also have some free tickets to the Indiana Historical Society Fair! While supplies last. Email or message me with IHS Tickets in the subject line. James Alexander Thom is going to be there (author of Long Knife which ...
Please Welcome the Fabulous Julie Lessman!
We have a real treat today, dearies! Julie Lessman is dropping by to tell us about her latest book, A Heart Revealed, and giving away a signed copy! Julie’s books are filled with faith and passion and as I’ve had a chance to get to know her these past months I can see why – ...
Back Cover Copy for Guardian Duke
Yay! I received the front and back cover of The Guardian Duke for review. The artwork on the back is so pretty and creative. Another great job by Diana Lawrence at B&H Publishing!! What do you think of the blurb though? Does it make you want to buy the book? These are hard to pin ...
And the Winner of Out of Control is . . . Kara Grant!
Congratulations to Kara and thanks to everyone for participating. More contests to come so drop by often! God bless and happy reading!
No Tricks, Only Treats for You!
Please welcome, author Mary Connealy! Do you like cowboys and cowboy stories? I know I do and when I saw the book trailer for Mary’s new book, Out of Control, on her website I thought it looked fantastic. So put your cowgirl/cowboy hats on and enjoy! Here’s the trailer, a short interview with Mary and the ...
Book Signings Coming Up
I have some book signings coming up in the next few months. I would love to see you if you are in the area! Indianapolis LifeWay Christian Store Castleton Crossing 5458 East 82nd Street Indianapolis, IN 46250 Phone: 317-841-3200 Friday, October 21st from 5:00-7:00 pm Louisville LifeWay Christian Store Taylorhurst 2120 South Hurstbourne Parkway Louisville, KY 40220 Phone: 502-491-4589 Saturday, October ...
The Winner of Matt Mikalatos Book . . .
Is Linda! Please get me your address, Linda, and I will mail your copy right out! Congratulations!!
One of my Favorite Authors – Matt Mikalatos!
I’m so excited that my favorite comedic author Matt Mikalatos has another book out (remember Imaginary Jesus?)!! He has graciously agreed to an interview and is giving away one copy of Night of the Living Dead Christian here on my blog. Here’s the scoop: What does a transformed life actually look like? In his follow-up ...
And the Winner is…
The winner of my Talk Like a Pirate Day contest is Julie Bihn! Congrats and thanks to everyone who played. That was so much fun!!!
Fall Newsletter 2011
Jamie Carie Fall 2011 Newsletter(To get my newsletter delivered directly to your email just sign up! The box is on the upper right corner of this page.) Fall and Nesting My husband laughs at me every fall because I get a sudden desire to cook and bake pies and decorate my house with fall foliage ...
The Book Club Network
Okay, I haven’t been on a live chat in awhile….and I have to say it was a blast! If you like books please join the Book Club Network where Nora St. Laurent and her wonderful husband Fred (Phred) have so many contests, so much news, so much…….BOOK Stuff! You will love it. I had such ...
Review and Pirate Party Coming from Kira’s Cottage!
One of my favorite Indiana bookstores is having a Pirate Party and book signing for Pirate of my Heart on October 1st from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm. This is going to be so much fun! If you will be in the Indianapolis/Southern Indiana area come and join us for all the fun! Here’s Kira’s ...
Double the Contests! Double the Fun!
Talk Like a Pirate day might be over but MaryLu Tyndall and my contests aren’t! For my contest, all you have to do is take this fun quiz (or the one in the post below) and tell me your results in the comments! You will then be entered to win Pirate of my Heart by me and Surrender the ...
Talk Like A Pirate Day!
It’s here. TLAP Day and I have two fun pirate quizzes for ye and booty to win! Learn your pirate name here! Mine is Mad Dog Rackham My pirate name is: Mad Dog Rackham Part crazy, part mangy, all rabid, you’re the pirate all the others fear might just snap soon. You have the ...
Talk Like A Pirate Day! Coming Soon!
Talk like a pirate day is coming Monday, September 19!! In celebration of this fun and awesome holiday and the release of Pirate of My Heart and MaryLu Tyndall’s (the queen of pirate romances!) new release Surrender the Dawn we are running some fun contests, quizzes and talking about all things pirates in the next ...
Snippet of an Interview…
Hey all! I was interviewed on Favorite PASTimes blog the last couple of days and there is still time to comment for a chance to win a copy of Pirate of my Heart! Here’s a snippet of it. You can go to Favorite PASTimes to read the rest and enter! You have some great stories ...
“Published” She Wrote! Indianapolis Women Authors Exhibit
A couple of months ago I was given the honor of being included in an exhibit at the Indiana Central Library recognizing Indianapolis women authors. The exhibit is entitled, “Published” She Wrote! Women Authors Exhibit. (Press release here.) While being humbled and delighted by the news, after visiting the exhibit, I was really blown away. I ...
And the Winner is . . .
Teressa Oliver with this hat! Congratulations and a big thank you to all who participated. It was a tough choice with so many beautiful hats! Happy Reading everyone!
Pet Names
I’m trying to think of a pet name that my duke calls his new wife. Before they were married he was formal and always called her Alexandria in an authoritative tone. Now, I want him to still be duke-like but call her something endearing. I’ve ruled out “my dear”, “darling” and possibly “sweetheart” as too ...
Contest Updates
What fun I’ve had these past two weeks with my two contests – “I’ve Stolen Your Button” and “Design Kendra’s Hat” contest! Thanks to everyone who entered. Several ladies said they had a hard time choosing between all the beautiful hats out there! I have sent all the lovely hats I received (see the post below ...
Design Kendra’s Hat Contest (reposted so it’s on top:)
Drum roll please! This is, I think, the most exciting contest I have ever done to date and I can’t wait to see how creative you all are. Let me give you a little background: Pirate of my Heart is my seventh novel (yay!) and is about a dashing American sea captain, Dorian Colburn (older posts about ...
More Hats Coming In!
By Twinbelle From Susan Baganez From Rita From David via world famous artist Xoe! From Anne Stephanie’s hat. She says “ It is of the Gainsborough style, popularized in paintings by the artist Thomas Gainsborough through about 1788.” From Teressa From Kim O’Hanlon From Patsy From Karen Moses From Kim Chavez From ...
Design Kendra’s Hat Contest!
Drum roll please! This is, I think, the most exciting contest I have ever done to date and I can’t wait to see how creative you all are. Let me give you a little background: Pirate of my Heart is my seventh novel ...
Steal My Button!
Calling all you wonderful bloggers out there! I have a special corresponding contest to the Design Kendra’s Hat contest (coming Wednesday, August 3rd!) just for you. If you add this button to your blog and link it back to my blog http://jamiecarie.com/blog August 3rd – August 21st I will enter your name in a drawing where I am ...
New Contest Starting August 1st!
If you would like a chance at winning a copy of my latest book, Pirate of My Heart, and a Kindle start thinking about how you can enter my new contest beginning August 1st! My heroine, Lady Kendra Townsend, has somewhat of an….uhm….obsession with hats as you can see here on the cover. To enter ...
Interview with Cover Model – Janelle!
Check out my interview with cover model Janelle on B&H’s Author’s Corner!
Review for Pirate of my Heart
The reviews for Pirate of my Heart are rolling in! Here’s one I really enjoyed. http://iblog4books.blogspot.com/2011/07/pirate-of-my-heart-by-jaime-carie.html Preorder at these locations! Amazon, CBD, Books-A-Million, Barnes and Noble
We Have Our Winners!
After counting up all the votes, here and on Facebook, for the costumes for The Guardian Duke book trailer I have the results! Thanks so much for participating everyone! More fun stuff like this to come! Dress #4 won with 18 votes (Dress #2 came in second with 12 votes) Coat #1 won with 24 ...
Help Me Pick a Costume?
Faceoutstudio is preparing to shoot the live action book trailer for The Guardian Duke and I need your help! They sent me these photos of possible costume choices for both Alexandria and Gabriel – the Duke of St. Easton. Could you help us choose? Just pick your favorite dress and coat. Thank you!! (Click twice ...
Court Dress cir. 1815-1822
So, I have to turn in the manuscript for my second book, The Forgiven Duke, in my Forgotten Castles series on Tuesday and I’m working every moment I can to polish this baby up! This book is set in Iceland, which was amazing to research and learn all about, and England. Toward the end of ...
Seth Graduates!
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My Beautiful Boys!
A couple of weeks ago we had Seth’s senior pictures taken at the Indianapolis Museum of Art. I asked the photographer to take a few shots of the three boys together (the grandparents have been hollering for updated photos of the three of them) and here they some of my favorites!
Historical Fiction At Its Best
If you enjoy being swept back into history like I do then you will love T.L. Higley’s new story set in Pompeii! Back Cover: Pleasure-seeking Romans find the seaside town of Pompeii the perfect getaway. But when the rich patrician Cato escapes Rome, intent on a life of leisure, he is unprepared for the hostility he ...
Whoo-hoo!
My novella, The Snowflake, has finaled in the Novella category of Faith, Hope and Love’s Inspirational Reader’s Choice Award!! http://www.faithhopelove-rwa.org/irc.html This little story has meant so much to me (it started out as my attempt at a more “literary” short story) and I am thrilled that readers have embraced it. Thanks to everyone who read it ...
Is There Really A Hell?
This is one of the most sobering and real messages I’ve ever heard about hell. It has made me look at everything and everyone around me from a different perspective. Watch it if you dare.
What is Heaven Like?
Pastor Darryn Scheske at Heartland Church is doing a series on Heaven and Hell spurred on by the TIME Magazine Easter cover that asked the question, “What If There’s No Hell? (I’ll link to the message on hell later in the week). It is an excellent study! What questions do you have about heaven?
And the winner is Cathy! Congrats!
A Mother’s Day Treat
Jenna Tikaani-Gray and her twelve-year-old daughter, Andrea, are on their way home, hoping for a fresh start after a lifetime of medical trials and great sorrow. But when sabotage brings their small plane down, they find themselves fighting for their lives. And they don’t know what’s more dangerous: the weather and terrain of Sultana—one of ...
The Forgiven Duke
So, I am writing the second book in my Forgotten Castles series and wow, am I enjoying my time in Iceland with my characters, the Duke of St. Easton and Lady Alexandria Featherstone! The more I study this island the more enchanted by it I have become. Like a distant planet, we are wondering amidst ...
Congratulations to Angi!
Angi, you’re our winner for Julie Carobini’s book. Congrats and thanks for visiting my blog.
Please Welcome, the Wonderful Julie Carobini!
Julie is such a sweetheart AND a great writer so I am thrilled to introduce you to her new book, Fade to Blue. Isn’t the cover lovely? How do you restore a soul? One brush stroke at a time … Suz Mitchell is a determined dreamer, and won’t allow her ex-husband’s jail sentence to ruin ...
Pirate of my Heart Trailer is Here!
Pirate of My Heart Coming September 2011
Oh My Goodness! I Found My Historical Twin!
Doing research on the British Museum and ran along this photo of a painting of a young woman ca 1818-1821. My mouth dropped open in shock. Looks like me about twenty years ago. Even the hands are similar. What do you think? Sir William Beechey (British, 1753-1839) Portrait of Kitty Packe (née Hart), ca. 1818-1821 ...
Easter Winner!!
And the winner is …. Linda!! Get me your addy and how you want the books signed. Happy Resurrection Day!! Thank you Lord Jesus!!
Happy Easter!
To celebrate Easter I am giving away two books!! Your choice of Love’s First Light, Angel’s Den and The Snowflake. Pick two! All you have to do is comment here about your Easter plans. I’m hosting the dinner this year so we are going to church on Saturday night (I love all the choices ...
Survey for Pure Enjoyment
Hello dear friends! Would you take a moment and complete a quick survey for my publishing house, B&H fiction? You could even win a $100 Amazon gift card! Just go here https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/CWRRT52 and vote. Thanks so much!
Please Welcome, Pamela Ewen!
Today we are going to have a fabulous give-away that has a wonderful Easter theme. Pam has had the incredible blessing of seeing the Shroud of Turin and this book is filled with suspense and drama relating to the shroud. She is giving away a signed copy of her book and a delicate Easter cross necklace! SECRET ...
Sometimes Life Gets In the Way or Help! I Need an Assistant!
Between spring break in Chicago and working on the next book, edits on the last book and painting my bedroom (I bought new Vera Wang bedding from Kohls which started a bedroom makeover!!) . . . well, my poor blog has suffered a bit. Rest assured, I have some great things coming up for you! ...
Death to Writer’s Block
Last weekend I attended IWG’s Death to Writer’s Block event. It was a blast and I came away with some really good ideas of how to get unstuck. Here’s a link to our list of ways we thought could do the trick. http://indywritersgroup.wordpress.com/ Any others tips or tricks you use to get unstuck?
I’m a Fan!!!!
Romantic Times Book Review (repost)
I had heard from my publicist that The Snowflake received a good review from my favorite romance reviewers, Romantic Times. Alas, when I went to the bookstore to get my copy they already had the next months magazine on the shelves. (I really need to renew that subscription!). I stumbled upon the review today online and it’s ...
Sunday’s er, Monday’s Devotional :)
Crazy day yesterday, so I’m a little late with this. Genesis 39:3 “And his master saw that the Lord was with him and that the Lord made all he did to prosper in his hand.” Joseph must have questioned this at times in his life. Here was a boy that innocently told his brothers about ...
Please Welcome Robin Caroll!
If you like suspense then you will probably love today’s guest and give away! Here’s the latest from Robin Caroll. Informed by the real-life fallout of the U.S. economy and devastation caused by multiple hurricanes along the southern coast, In the Shadow of Evil tells a modern day story involving the exposure of a building ...
Sunday Devotional
Genesis 18:14 “Is anything too hard for the Lord? At the appointed time I will return to you, according to the time of life, and Sarah shall have a son.” When Sarah overheard that she was to have a child in her old age, she laughed. Her first response to a message from God was ...
Give a Big Thursday Welcome to Lena Nelson Dooley!
Early spring, 1890 Golden, New Mexico “Are you plumb crazy?” Jeremiah Dennison’s loud retort bounced around the main room of the adobe house and returned to mock him. “Where did you get such a harebrained idea?” Trying to control his anger, he shoved his clenched fists into his denim trousers’ pockets, paced to the window, ...
And the Winner is!!!
Sarah! Who wrote: “I loved the first book in the series and cannot wait to read this one!! My favorite type of guy would probably be one that looks all tough on the outside, but on the inside is a big teddy bear! “ Please email me your address, Sarah, and I will pass it on ...
Do You Like Pirates? British Spies? Me too!
(Love the woman on this cover, btw! I’ve written about a few platinum blonds and she fits very well!) When I first heard about Marylu Tyndall’s books full of pirates and spies, adventure and danger, well . . . I was intrigued! Then, after reading some of her blog and facebook posts, I knew I ...
And the Winner is . . .
Deborah! Please send me your email so that I can notify Melanie! Thanks so much to everyone who participated. I think I’ve been won over by the Beauty and the Beast argument and will have to watch it again soon! xoxo!
Welcome, Melanie Dickerson!
If you enjoy my books and historical romance then I am thrilled to introduce you to Melanie Dickerson! I have thoroughly enjoyed her novel, The Healer’s Apprentice, and think you will love it too! Here is what the book is about and what people are saying about it! When destiny sleeps, it can only be ...
A Valentine For You
I promised all my fans a special surprise for Valentine’s Day! It’s so pretty. I hope you like it! You mean so much to me!XOXO!
Need some Valentine’s Day Sentiments?
Are you sending an ecard or making a homemade Valentine’s Day card this year? Do you need some help with what to say? I’ve compiled a few phrases that you can have for your sweet Valentine. I hope one of them strikes you as just what you wanted to say! Enjoy! (The (O) stands for outside of ...
Congratulations!
And the winner is . . . Nancy!! Who wrote this about Valentine’s Day: “Awesome ! That’s what Valentine’s Day is to me. It’s a family affair. We always send flowers to our Daughter. There’s just so much love in the air that day. Our Grands usually remember their Nana & Papa also. And, I ...
Happy February Dear Friends!
When I think of February I think of pink and red hearts, Valentine’s Day, chocolate, snow days, birthdays (we have lots of birthdays in my family this month) and falling in love! To celebrate my favorite month and thank my faithful fans, I would like to give away a Valentine goodie bag of gifts. You ...
Romantic Times Book Review of The Snowflake
I had heard from my publicist that The Snowflake received a good review from my favorite romance reviewers, Romantic Times. Alas, when I went to the bookstore to get my copy they already had the next months magazine on the shelves. (I really need to renew that subscription!). I stumbled upon the review today online ...
Did you Read Imaginary Jesus?
Did you read Imaginary Jesus by Matt Mikalatos? It was one of my favorite books of 2010. Well, my friend Matt needs some help with the title of his second book. He and Tyndale have come up with this nifty poll to get some opinions. I took it and it only takes seconds to complete. ...
Where in the World is Lady Alexandria Featherstone?
My heroine is in Killyleagh, Ireland today tracking down clues as to the mysterious disappearance of her parents. Sigh . . . what a beautiful place!
A Prayer for the New Year
I pray you have support this year. Whatever stage you are at and at whatever crossroads you may encounter, I pray those around you will be Holy Spirit inspired to speak hope and love and encouragement into your life. I pray for time, energy and the anointing to do your calling. I pray an Aaron ...
Happy Holidays!
I’m hooked on this website! Personalize funny videos and birthday eCards at JibJab!
Book Trailer for The Snowflake
Lots of Fun at CBD!
CBD (Christian Book Distributors) has posted some fun articles about The Snowflake. Here are the links: Christmas Memories: Find out about my favorite Christmas memory! http://www.christianbook.com/Christian/Books/cms_content?page=1186236&sp=67484 Discussion Questions: Spoiler Alert – if you haven’t read the book yet, this will give some things away. http://www.christianbook.com/Christian/Books/cms_content?page=335451&sp=74424 Author Interview: http://www.christianbook.com/Christian/Books/cms_content?page=725881&sp=67484 More Product Info: Buy it here! http://www.christianbook.com/Christian/Books/cms_content?page=1211537&event=1001AUT|725881|67484
Interview with LifeWay!
For those who don’t know, my publisher, B&H Publishing, is the publishing arm of the giant corporation, LifeWay. I was so excited to hear that Rachel McRae at the LifeWay Fiction Blog wanted to do an interview. You can read it here http://blogs.lifeway.com/christianfiction/ and be sure and stop back by on Friday, December 3rd, as she ...
Two New Reviews for The Snowflake!
I hope everyone had a happy Thanksgiving! We sure did and I ate waaayy too much. Time to get back on the diet and back to work! Here are two new reviews for The Snowflake! They were both good which always makes me happy! PTL! http://books.hopenews.org/2010/11/snowflake.html by Hope News http://michellevsblog.blogspot.com/2010/11/snowflake-by-jamie-carie.html by Life in Review, Michelle Vasquez
Vincennes Booksigning
Here with the woman responsible for my love of historical romance, Joyce Crockett! I owe you Joyce! Sometimes the Lord gives you those moments where He is restoring something to you, restoring what the locusts destroyed at some time in your life. Last Saturday I went to my hometown of Vincennes, Indiana to be a part ...
And the Winner is . . .
Beverly Grider! Congratulations! I will mail your copy out (let me know how you would like it signed) and some wonderful The Snowflake coffee!! Thanks to all for entering! Jamie
Author Interview for The Snowflake
Can you tell us a little about yourself and your background? I’m a preacher’s daughter, the eldest of five children, and a proud bookworm! I was incredibly blessed to have been raised with a constant flow of the Word of God playing in the background of my childhood (i.e. teaching tapes on cassette by ...
Book Signing Tomorrow!
I had a fabulous time at the Greenwood Public Library last night meeting lots of NaNoWriMo participants! Those librarians really know how to get a crowd excited about writing (and they were so young and pretty too!). Librarians rock!! Next up: I am headed to Heaven Help Us bookstore (isn’t that the cutest name?) in New ...
Big Prize Over at B&H Publishing!
Do you like free books? How about free Jamie Carie books? If the answer is yes then head over to my publisher, B&H Publishing for your chance to win a copy of ALL my books, including the new Christmas novella, The Snowflake!! http://www.bhpublishinggroup.com/sweepstakes/ Good luck and God bless!
Wind Dancer Nominated for Best Books of Indiana 2010 in Fiction
Indiana State Library News Release For immediate release: Oct 08, 2010 Twelve Finalists Selected in State Book Competition Authors vie for top honors in four categories INDIANAPOLIS (October 8, 2010) – Finalists have been named for the 2010 Best Books of Indiana competition. The Indiana Center for the Books administers the contest annually and accepts ...
Bond of Brothers: Connecting with Men Beyond Work, Weather and Sports
Dear lovely readers, we are in for a real treat today as I have the great honor of interviewing my agent, Wes Yoder of Ambassador Literary Agency! Wes has a new book out, Bond of Brothers: Connecting with Men Beyond Work, Weather and Sports. I’m excited to find out more about Wes and his new ...
ACFW Conference
Well, I’m back from my first ACFW Conference (I know, gasp!) and it was great! I met some lovely fellow authors: Laurie Alice Eakes – A Revell author who I can’t wait to read! http://www.lauriealiceeakes.com/index.html Laura Franz – She is so warm and friendly. If you liked my Wind Dancer, you will love her books. ...
Catching Up
USA. Seattle, Washington. 1953. Members of the Seattle Tubing Society in full float. © Burt Glinn/Magnum Photos Summer is nearly over, the kids are back in school, and I have finished my lovely pirate story that I can’t wait for you all to read. I’ve had several people ask me what’s coming out next and what I ...
Check out Family Fiction
Rel lives in Australia! Do you like to know about the latest and greatest happenings in fiction? Check out the new Family Fiction Magazine and website http://www.familyfiction.com/ My friend Rel of RelzReviews is a correspondent and I can’t wait to see what she reports on. She always has the latest scoop on what is up ...
Lady Kendra’s Hats
I have just discovered that my latest heroine, Lady Kendra Townsend, loves hats! It’s funny (and so much fun!) how a character continues to develop even during the editing process. When she first meets Captain Colburn (the hero) she is wearing a monsterous purple number with lots of feathers that droop into her eyes. Here are some ...
Win a Copy of Angel’s Den
Skip on over to Trish Perry’s blog for a chance to win a free, signed copy of Angel’s Den! http://trishperry.blogspot.com/ Thanks so much for the interview, Trish!
The Snowflake Cover Art
Check out the beautiful jacket cover designed by Diana Lawrence at B&H for my next book!
Big Fish!
We went out to my mom and dad’s house Sunday to celebrate my sister’s birthday and my DH, Tony, caught a huge fish – guessing around 40 pounds! His fishing line was only good for 8 pounds so there was quite a bit of skill involved (the fish broke through a neighbor kid’s net!). I was ...
Beautiful Possible Settings
Wow! God has made some beautiful places on the earth, hasn’t He? http://www.bing.com/travel/content/search?q=Best+Places+You’ve+Never+Heard+Of%3a+D%c3%bcrnstein%2c+Austria&cid=msn1148271&form=TRVCON>1=41000 One of my future books is set in one of these locations. Can you guess which one?
Another Dorian Wanna Be!
Okay, Marie commented on the post below with the suggestion to add Oded Fehr to the list of possible Dorians. After looking him up, I gotta say she has the right idea! He’s definitely a contender!! What do you think?
Which Dorian do You Like Best?
I am busy today filling out my Marketing Information Form for my publisher. One of the questions asks for a physical description of my characters. I’ve been looking for photos to represent what I picture them to look like. My hero, Dorian Colburn, is a rugged American sea captain who fights pirates upon occasion. Which photo ...
Best Seller List
Here is a great post on making it to the best seller lists. Check it out here http://www.jungleredwriters.com/2010/05/kvetching-about-bestseller-list.html
Are You Afraid of Failure?
Check out my writing buddy’s new book about failure! Failure: The Secret of Success by Robby Slaughter http://www.failurethebook.com/book/ I had plenty of failures before breaking in to publishing, failures as a mom and wife and friend so I can’t wait to read this book and be encouraged. I’ve ordered my copy! Failure: The Secret to Success is ...
Endorsements
As authors we are sometimes asked to endorse books and/or seek endorsements from others. I have a question for you today. How important are endorsements on books? If you see a recommendation on the cover by another author that you’ve heard of or read does that impact your decision to buy the book? What if ...
Love’s First Light Sale
Now is a great time to try one of my books! Love’s First Light is on sale at Amazon for only $5.85! http://www.amazon.com/Loves-First-Light-Jamie-Carie/dp/B00394DKFG/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1273074183&sr=1-4 Christophe, the Count of St. Laurent, has lost his entire family to the blood-soaked French Revolution and must flee to an ancient castle along the southern border of France to survive. ...
Angel’s Den Review
Wow! Sometimes you get a review that just makes everything (blood, sweat and tears) worth it! Check out this review of Angel’s Den! http://srvanness.blogspot.com/ PTL!!
Housekeeping
Just a note to say that my website will be sketchy over the next few days while we overhaul it (again!). We found some great new backgrounds and I’m so excited about the new look and feel! Check out the new site later next week!
An Interview with Bookstore Owner Kira Brant
I thought it would be fun to hear from a Christian bookstore owner so I asked Kira Brant of Kira’s Cottage in Franklin, Indiana to give us a peak into her world. Thanks, Kira! How did you get started in this business? Have you always wanted to own a bookstore? I actually got started right ...
Congratulations!
And the winner is . . . Al!! Congratulations and thanks to everyone who entered! I’m thinking of getting in on audiobook so my kids can hear it in the car next time we go on a road trip!
Update on Imaginary Jesus
Exciting news just came in!! Matt Mikalatos, author of Imaginary Jesus, has just agreed to give away a signed copy of his book!!! All you have to do is comment here (or the entry just below about the book). If you can think of an imaginary Jesus you’ve created and followed put that, if not ...
A Book Review
Okay, I admit it. I sometimes only skim the book or read a few chapters and then put the back cover blurb on here to help spread the word about a book. Who has time to read all these books? And anyway, just because I like something doesn’t mean you will. But this book is different (boy, is ...
Check out the new issue of Christian Fiction Online Magazine. Great interview by Kim Ford (love her and her blog!) with CEO of Thomas Nelson Publishers - Michael Hyatt!
Book of the Year Nomination!
Whoo-hoo! Love’s First Light has been nominated for Book of the Year in the Fiction: Religious catagory by ForeWord Reviews! Check out this article by Christian Retailing
Greentown, Indiana Rocks!
I’ve been to lots of booksignings but I have to say that spending an evening with the awesome people of Greentown, Indiana was one of the warmest, best nights of my professional life! I’m one of those public speakers that isn’t comfortable onstage until at least the fifteen minute mark (this is very bad when ...
Son of Hamas
I don’t read a lot of non-fiction but this book - Son of Hamas: A Gripping Account of Terror, Betrayal, Political Intrigue, and Unthinkable Choices by Mosab Hassan Yousef, sounds pretty amazing. Check out this interview with the Wall Street Journal http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052748703915204575103481069258868.html Living in my little corner of America I sometimes forget how hated we are, ...
Writing Music
I love to write to music. I don’t know exactly how it works because you would think the lyrics would get in the way of my words, but they don’t. Music gets me in the mood I need to be in for a particular scene and it always inspires me. Sometimes I have to ...
Oh Dear, I AM Having Fun With These Two!
Working on my next book and I must say, I am having quite a time with these two characters! It’s old school romance novel sparring and loads of fun! Here’s a short sample of a scene where American Captain Dorian Colburn has escorted his first and only passenger (he was tricked into taking her on ...
Book Signing!!
If you are in the Indianapolis area I will be signing copies of my books at the LifeWay store on 5458 East 82nd Street, Indianapolis, IN 46250 Phone: 317-841-3200 from 11am – 1pm! Stop by if you can! Oh, here’s a coupon for 33% off a single item! http://www.lifewaystores.com/lwstore/coupon_2010-02-20.asp?v=1&CID=fb_customerappreciation_20100217 Get Angel’s Den on sale!
Introducing Robin Caroll!
I would like to introduce you to fellow B&H author Robin Caroll! She has a new book out and B&H sent me a copy to give away. If you like suspense and would like to enter for a chance to win, just comment here. I will draw the name on Saturday morning. Here it is! ...
Kissing Scene :-)
In honor of Valentine’s Day I am posting one of my favorite kissing scenes! It’s from The Duchess and the Dragon. Drake (a duke on the run for his life) has become an indentured servant, training under Serena’s father as a silversmith. Serena (a sweet Quaker girl) has gone to the shop to bring them ...
And the Winner is . . .
Beth Nunn!! Congratulations, Beth, and a big THANK YOU to everyone who entered! Enjoy the story!
Technical Problems
If you are having a hard time finding the sign up box on the homepage of my website I have figured out something for you to try. This is for IE (Internet Explorer) users. You know the address bar at the top that says www.jamiecarie.com? Look to the far right on that bar and there ...
And Yet Another Contest!! :-)
Okay, Author Buzz is now featuring Angel’s Den (this is getting hilarious) and mentioning a contest for a free copy. I have already ran two contests, but I don’t want to disappoint anyone so this week there will be two more contests!! One will be on Window to my World blog with the wonderful Kim ...
Another Winner!
I drew the winner this morning and it is . . . Mary Rodrigues! I had 45 entries from all the people who signed up for my e-newsletter and three here on the blog. Thanks so much for entering! Oh, there is going to be another chance to win on February 10th (my birthday) at Window ...
Another Contest!
Happy Birthday Angel’s Den! Okay, funny thing happened today. This morning I starting recieving email notifications that lots of people were signing up for my e-newsletter and emailing me about a contest to win a copy of Love’s First Light. I was puzzled. Today is the debut of my fifth novel, Angel’s Den, and I ...
Finding A Platform (And Other Arguments With Myself)
I recently read an article about the importance of having a platform and branding to attract a publisher and sell books. It had a lot of good things to say but this topic has always left me with a big question mark. I’m a fiction writer. I’m more of a jack-of-all trades than an expert ...
And the Winners Are . . .
Congratulations to the winners of my Angel’s Den drawing! (I wish I could give you all a copy!) The winners are: Jamie Johnson Nora SP Ann Payne Please email me at jamie @ jamiecarie . com (no spaces:) with your address. I hope you enjoy the book!
What Jamie Carie character are you? Facebook Quiz!
I have a fun treat for you all! I spend the evening last night creating my own Facebook Quiz and it is so much fun! Are you Elizabeth from Snow Angel? The sweet Serena from The Duchess and the Dragon or wild Isabelle from Wind Dancer? (Scarlett and the new book’s heroine, Emma, are on there ...
Box of Books!
I’m excited to announce that I received my box of Angel’s Den books!! In celebration I would like to give away three copies. Just comment (with your email address included) about why you love to read historical romance and you will be entered in the drawing. At the end of the week, I will draw ...
LOL Bears!
I was working on my edits for my Christmas novella, set in Alaska, and got sidetracked with this research on Alaskan wildlife (Ha!). Had to share!! Small dogs and baby bears agree: ankles are delicious! The Polar Bear Workout Peak-a-boo! I see you! Happy New Year Everyone!!
Merry Christmas – From My House to Yours
Harvest Show
Catch my interview on the Harvest Show this Friday, December 18th! I will be discussing Love’s First Light and giving a sneak peak about my new book, coming out in February, Angel’s Den.
Andrea Bocelli and Mary J. Blige
This song is so annointed and awesome! Brings me into a state of worship that feels like being in the throne room of heaven itself. I’ve got to get this CD.
JAMIE CARIE NEWSLETTER Welcome Angel’s Den A little over two months to Release Date! Ask for it at your local bookstore or pre-order online today! Amazon or CBD You are everything I ever wanted in a wife… Emma Daring can’t believe Eric Montclaire loves her. Not only is he a successful businessman, he’s ...
Book Covers
I love all my book covers! B&H does such a fantastic job capturing the mood of the story with the cover. Which cover do you like the best? Snow Angel, a ForeWord magazine Romance Book of the Year winner, National “Best Books 2007″ Awards winner and 2008 RITA Awards Best First Book finalist. The Duchess ...
Interview With Dave Chaffin at KGAB in Cheyenne, Wyoming
A big thank you to Dave Chaffin for a wonderful interview on his show, The Morning Zone. You can listen to the show at their website.
A Poem
Okay, here it is. After a long, dry spell, I’m finally writing peotry again… I live too close to the bone Windsong sings sharp against my face Nightdance deepens on the edge of twisting resist Birds take flight o’re the water’s shine An eagle’s dive – pounding power of flight I step out ...
Aunt Pat’s Lazy Pierogi
A great meal on a cool, fall day! 1 (2 lb) jar sauerkraut with caraway seeds 1 cup butter, melted (I cut this to 1/2 cup and thought it was just as good) 1 large onion, chopped 1/2 tsp. dried parsley 2 T. packed brown sugar black pepper 1 1 lb. bag of Kluski noodles Rinse ...
Barbara from Tennessee
Jamie, I just finished Snow Angel and it was one of the best books I have read in all my 63 years. I laughed and cried with and at the characters through out the book. From the minute I picked it up I couldn’t lay it down until I finished it. I am anxiously awaiting ...
Review: A Promise Kept by Cara Putman
Josie and Art are newlyweds in a story that is both poignant and sweet. Moving away from their hometown, the couple must make new friends, start new careers, try new churches and build their lives from scratch. When tragedy strikes they struggle, as most newlyweds would, with how to cope, clinging to God and each ...
A View of God from His Heaven
I love the Old Testament! I love the New too, don’t get me wrong, but God in His heaven, writing His great story of humanity, is awe inspiring to me. One day, He gave me a picture of His “bird’s eye view” on humanity, His creation. It rocked me and encouraged me and made me feel, ...
WIP
Writing can be really draining, really hard. Sometimes the well feels dry and other times it is gushing with life. I am currently working on a Christmas novella that is dear to my heart. Why so dear? Because it started as a short story. I have been working on this short story for over ten ...
Zechariah Chapter One
Big Horns In Your Life? Call A Craftsman! I decided to try and combine blog entries with my personal Bible study in order to “kill two birds with one stone” as they say! This morning I read Zechariah – Chapter One. The first six verses the “word of the Lord” came to Zechariah and told ...
New Trailer for Next Book – Angel’s Den
Here’s the new trailer – it’s fantastic!! I’m so excited about this next book!!
Day 15 – Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
The End of The Road We are having problems uploading photos today so I will add those when we get home. Home! We fly out tomorrow and will be back in Indy by 3:00 pm!! Can’t wait to get home and sleep in my own bed. Tonight we are headed to the Myrtle Beach Books-A-Million ...
Day 14 – Columbia, South Carolina
Well, we’re on day 14 of the tour and got a call from home saying our 12 year old cat, Tigger, was really sick. My mom and boys took him to the vet . . . we ended up having to put him to sleep. Tony and I are trying to hold it together as ...
Day 13 – Albany GA – Columbia SC
The Last Long Haul Today we drove from Albany, GA to Columbia, South Carolina. Whew, I’m feeling a bit low. I’m missing my family (my boys!) my friends and neighbors and my mom and sister!! I called and 3-way talked to my sister, Jen and my mom last night. It was great! I can’t imagine ...
Day 12 – Albany, Georgia
Books-A-Million – Albany Georgia Albany Georgia Books-A-Million Store Manager – Jeff http://picasaweb.google.com/JamieCarie/LifeWayAlbanyGeorgia
Day 11 – Macon, Georgia
Up at 4:00am to do a TV interview with the local NBC affiliate, WMGT-TV 41. You can catch the interview here. I am so not a morning person! The Lambs Well At the Lamb’s Well we met some really great people. The weather was heating up and I was kicking myself for wearing black pants, ...
Day 9 – Columbus, Georgia
The Second Half of Our Journey Begins Today I had a signing at the LifeWay in Columbus, Georgia. The manager, Kevin, and his staff were once again, beyond friendly and welcoming!! Lots of ladies came in with their books that they had already read and bought a copy of LFL (my shorthand for Love’s First ...
Day 7 – Huntsville & Decatur Alabama
WYAM-TV Interview WYAM-TV Interview Suzie Wiley – WYAM-TV Just returned from an interview with Suzie Wiley at WYAM-TV in Decatur, AL. She is a hoot, as we say in Indiana and made the interview so much fun!! I’m still laughing thinking about the conversation we had. That’s what it was like, more of a conversation ...
Day 6 – Huntsville, Alabama
Driving…. Driving… Driving… Whew, you would think a day of driving would feel like a break but Tony and I are ready for some major zzzzz’s. After checking into our hotel in Huntsville, which is a gorgeous city btw, we drove to Fayetteville, TN to meet my agent for dinner. Wes is always a calming ...
Day 5 – Dothan, Alabama
Day 5 is a blur! Today I had two interviews – one on TV with the wonderful Jenna Zibton of WDHN 18 ABC Tri-States Today show. Jenna is a polished professional who made me feel right at home during the interview. Next stop was a Bible bookstore, the Dove Christian Supply. The employees were very ...
Day 4 – Columbus, Mississippi – Pelham, Alabama – Birmingham, Alabama
New Life Christian Supplies in Columbus was our first stop this morning and oh my! Walked in to such a warm and wonderful reception. Cheri, the owner, sure knows how to run a great store and the other ladies that work there, Millie and Linda were amazing in their excitement to get a book signed. ...
Day 3 – Meridian, Mississippi
The Bible Belt has some really friendly people! We are enjoying the south – great food, pretty landscape and people who are so polite! A big thanks to the Books-A-Million store in Meridian, Mississippi for a great signing. We even met a family originally from Indiana – the Srogi family. Rachelle has family in my ...
Day 2 – Laurel and Hattiesburg, Mississippi
Today we were in Laurel and Hattisburg, Mississippi. There are some real nice people here. We did three book signings in seven hours – yes, I’m tired but the folks around here made it fun. Went to the Baptist Bible Book Store, Books-A-Million and a LifeWay Store. Thanks to everyone who came out. PS – ...
Day 1 – New Orleans, Louisiana
Flew in to New Orleans today. I haven’t been here since 1987 and from what I remember some things are the same (The French Quarter) and some things are quite different. Of course, Tony and I thought about Hurricane Katrina and all the devastation that happened down here, but the people are wonderfully friendly and ...
Some Photos from ICRS in Denver What a great trip! My hubby, sister and I stayed at Estes Park for two day prior to the convention. The rocky mountains are gorgeous and we lived in the hot tub on the deck of our cabin! At ICRS (International Christian Retail Show) I signed 150 books in ...
SUMMER BOOK TOUR It’s here! My summer book tour schedule has been confirmed! I am so excited about my tour through the beautiful south to promote my summer release, Love’s First Light (out in one more week!)!! If you or someone you know will be close to any of these areas, please stop by to ...
Would You Like to Win A Copy of Love’s First Light (before it’s out in stores!)? It’s the Five for Five Contest!! To celebrate the coming out of my fourth novel, Love’s First Light, I am running a very special contest! (I’m so excited!!) All you have to do to enter is get FIVE people ...
The Twins Are Here! My brother, Jason, and his wife, Heather, welcomed their twins, Maegan and Aidan, into the world a week ago! They are so cute and sweet. We are very excited to have babies in the family again!
First Interview for Love’s First Light Stop over at Window to My World blog to check out my first interview for Love’s First Light with Kim Ford on Friday, June 5th. She asked me some really thought provoking questions! Thanks Kim! Updated link!! Sorry for the confusion/delay!
Great Time at the Spirit of Vincennes Rendezvous! We had a blast as reenactors at the rendezvous. I saw people I haven’t seen in years, met many new friends and sold a lot of books! The funniest stories involved the “rat man” Silas Moore. He walked around with a giant rat in his cage and ...
Eye Opening I have been working on the discussion questions for my fifth book, Angel’s Den, and delving deeper into the topic of domestic violence. I found this article on verbal abuse that was pretty eye opening! I also found an article titled Biblical Battered Wife Syndrome: Christian Women and Domestic Violence that raises all ...
What Do You Think? I am currently reading the third book, Eclipse, in the Twilight series by Stephenie Meyers and I gotta say, I can hardly put them down! I started the first book to see what all the fuss was about, thinking I would critique her writing, plotting, characterization, etc. Umm, I kinda forgot ...
Gotta Love HimHe looks so sweet doesn’t he? And Seth is!! But Thursday he tried to lift his brother’s Buick!! Yes, a car . . . a very big and heavy car! He hurt his back and had to rest all weekend. Thank God he is improving as I heard a story once about some ...
Latest Fun Pics Powder Room remodeling project is almost finished! I love how the faux painting turned out and it was so easy to do! Spring Blooms!!! My hilarious 10 year old’s headboard last night! Ha!!
A Blog Post From my Author Friend Cara Putman My heart goes out to Sara and her family. This interview ran on Monday — and I just learned that Sara’s husband died of a heart attack on Tuesday. He was young — 40 — and I am so grieved for Sara and her children. If ...
Great Article by Literary Agent Steven Axelrod and Julie Anne Long! Why Publishing is Making You Crazy—and What You Can Do About It: The Tao of Publishing Steven Axelrod:Without question, the most exciting piece of non-fiction I have read in years was an article in the NYT Magazine last spring entitled IS JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE A ...
FYI – Sorry to all the people who made comments in the last month! I just now figured out that they were not coming to my new email address to be moderated and were sitting in my “to be moderated” file here on eblogger. I have approved them. Thanks to everyone who comments here so ...
This is an amazing video that describes the Economic Crisis! I finally understand!!! The Crisis of Credit Visualized from Jonathan Jarvis on Vimeo.
Too Funny!! My husband has become addicted to Facebook of late and has been chatting with some of his high school classmates. Somehow they found out about my books and Dwayne Cooper made a Top Ten List – Reasons why guys should not read my books – ha! I laughed so hard I cried!! Thanks ...
Quick News UpdateI have been in writer’s cave mode preparing book five for my April 1st deadline but I wanted to share some quick news. Wind Dancer will be in 2500 WalMart stores across the nation!! The test marketing went well, so they have decided to carry it (this is huge!). Please check your local ...
Winner Announced!!I’m thrilled to announce that Dawn Crandall is the winner for the www.edressme.com gift certificate and a signed copy of Wind Dancer!Jim Rubart said “love the moxie she gives Isabelle” and Twila Belk commented that “she put a lot of thought into it and came up with a great story.” Congratulations, Dawn!! Please email ...
Sign Up & Recieve A Free Download of Snow Angel! My publisher is offering a free download of Snow Angel to every person who enters the “Romance that Warms the Heart” contest. Here is the blurb and link to enter: “Enter to win the B&H Publishing Group “Romance that Warms the Heart” contest! In honor ...
Review for Wind Dancer I received this review of Wind Dancer from sbcIMPACT (the e-newsletter/website for the Southern Babtist Convention) this morning and thought to pass it along. ““Wind Dancer” – A Review Written by: Guest Author is Kim Baggett, wife of Geoff Baggett, and an avid reader of Christian fiction. She generously volunteered to ...
Just Burned An Hour Okay, I just found this fashion blog and these girls are so witty it’s ridiculous! I think my favorite part was Heather’s pic of herself on the Meet page! They have a book out that gives out awards to the “worst and dimmest in celebrity fashion and style.” Hilarious! So why ...
Contest Held Over! You Still Have Time . . . It’s here! The big contest where you could win a $150 gift certificate for a dress like this one from www.edressme.com (you get to pick the dress) and a signed copy of Wind Dancer! All you have to do is tell me how/where you think ...
Look Alikes?? My little sister, Jennifer, and I playing with our hair. (Yes, I’m wearing slippers and they look as ridiculous as my splint! Ha!). Everyone says we look alike but we don’t know. Do you think we look alike?
And The Winner of Last Week’s Contest Is… Ladystorm!! Both Jim and Julie thought her pick of Cote de Pablo to play Isabelle and Hugh Jackman to play Samuel were great choices. (Okay, okay I got a little carried away with the photos of Hugh:-). Congratulations!! Ladystorm please email me, jamie@jamie carie.com (no space), with ...
Isabelle and Samuel – Frontier First Encounter!
It’s here! The big contest where you could win a $150 gift certificate for a dress like this one from http://www.edressme.com (you get to pick the dress) and a signed copy of Wind Dancer! All you have to do is tell me how/where you think Samuel and Isabelle would meet if they had their first ...
Sob Night – This One Is For The Girls!
Tonight I watched Extreme Home Makeover and THEN the Hallmark Hall of Fame movie, “Loving Leah.” Yeah, it was a double hitter. With a husband and three sons there are times that I have to warn them . . . “I’m planning to cry my eyes out for the next three hours, so if you ...
Week One Contest!!
This week I am really excited to announce a movie themed contest for Wind Dancer!! I imagine most writers would be thrilled to see their stories made into movies and I am no exception! I think my books would make great period pieces, especially Wind Dancer as it has such a strong The Last of ...
BIG CONTESTS COMING!!
During the last two weeks of January I will be running two wonderful contests to win free, signed copies of Wind Dancer AND other great prizes. Week One will have a DVD package and the winner of Week Two will receive a $150.00 gift certificate for a red dress from edressme.com! Tell your friends and ...
Character Spotlight On Relz Reviewz
http://relzreviewz.blogspot.com/2008/01/sneak-peek-character-spotlight-jamie.html Rel is such a great friend. I love her idea of spotlighting characters from books (instead of the author – LOL). This spotlight is on Isabelle from Wind Dancer and has some great photos of actors we would like to see play Samuel! Hunky blond anyone???
Wind Dancer In Stores Now!
I recieved my first review of Wind Dancer last week and WOW it is a really a great review! Check it out here! Wind Dancer is available at Borders, Barnes & Noble, Books A Million, LifeWay Christian (and most Christian bookstores), CBD (podcast interview on CBD) and Amazon. Order your copy today!
Have You Heard of DearReader.com? Suzanne Beecher runs a lovely book club where every day she “sends you a 5-minute portion of a book.” This means that, for free, you can receive two or three chapters of a new book each week. (You can sign up for Fiction, Mystery, Romance, Good News, etc.). This is ...
Writing Class I just got home from teaching a writing lesson to my son’s third grade class. They were SO cute! I had wondered if I could fill the thirty minutes – ha! That was no problem! They had so many questions, were so sweet and curious about being a novelist and, in the end, ...
Worst CookingShow Ever!!My mother and I whip up some sourdough biscuits like Noah made for Elizabeth in Chapter Three of Snow Angel. Check it out here. The bloopers are hilarious!!!! Snow Angel RecipiesBasic Sourdough Starter Without Yeast1 Cup Flour1 Cup Milk1/4 Cup SugarMix all ingredients. Place in a loosely covered container and refrigerate several days ...
Part Three of Karen’s Questions About CBA PublishingCheck out part three of the conversation! She asks, “What do YOU think holds publishers, editors, and writers back from writing the kinds of books they want to do? The kinds of books many of you have said you want?” Visit her blog to see the entire article.More ...
More Questions From Karen Ball Today Karen asked her readers the following: “First, I want to know who you think today’s Christian fiction reader is? Why do you think s/he reads fiction? What are you hearing from the readers around you about the books they’re reading? And, if you care to share, what novel have ...
What Makes A Christian Novel – Christian? My editor, Karen Ball, has a lively discussion going on at her blog about what makes a Christian novel “Christian.” There are lots of great comments! I thought I would copy/paste mine here. I agree with Crystal’s comment on the movie Braveheart. When I think of Les Misérables ...
Where Do My Characters Come From? I’m asked this question quite a bit so I thought I would try to answer it today. When I begin a new story I have an idea of who my main characters are but it isn’t very fleshed out. It’s hard to describe, but it’s more of a feel ...
Check Out A Character Spotlight of Elizabeth (from Snow Angel) at Relz Reviewz! My friend Rel has had another great idea! She is spotlighting hero and heroines from all our favorite novels on her blog at: http://relzreviewz.blogspot.com/2008/11/character-spotlight-jamie-caries.html This week she is spotlighting Elizabeth and Noah (and the actresses and actors who might play them). This ...
Fall 2008 – NEWSLETTER Wind Dancer Hits Stores In Two Months!Raised in the small frontier town of Vincennes, Isabelle Renoir longs for a life of purpose and meaning. She dreams of the day when she can escape the simple life and embrace the feeling that she is destined for something rare and wonderful. Unable to ...
The Love Dare
I’m really excited about the book, The Love Dare. My husband and I have been married for twenty years and honestly, we have a pretty solid marriage. God intervened on our behalf to get us together (it’s a pretty amazing story and someday I’m sure I will write about it) but we’ve had our difficult ...
Wow! Am I a Lame Blogger or What?
The last two weeks have been a blur of travel and activity which has me waaay behind on things like blogging! I attended the BAM (Books a Million) Sales Conference in Birmingham, Alabama two weeks ago and the B&H Sales Conference last week in Nashville. The BAM conference was wonderful. I heard Greg Mortenson, author ...
101 Best Websites for Writers by Writer’s Digest Here’s a list of the best websites of 2008 for writers. Some great stuff here for anyone wanting to know more about writing and the writing life. http://www.writersdigest.com/101BestSites
IN GOD WE TRUST I received some comments on http://www.redroom.com/blog/jamie-carie/the-sarah-palins-are-back-in-vogue#comment-11319 about my Sarah Palin post which made me question why I like her so much. Is it just that she’s a breath of fresh air in the stagnant Republican party and pretty and I look a little like her? Am I that shallow?? LOL! Possibly. ...
TWENTY YEARS!!! Whoo-Hooo! Yesterday, Tony and I celebrated our twentieth wedding anniversary! We went out for a lovely dinner at Maggianos. The waiter found out it was our twentieth and surprised us with a HUGE plate of dessert (a serving of every dessert they offer) with curly candles sticking out of it. I wish I ...
Watch Out America!The Sarah Palins Are Back in Vogue! I went to the bank yesterday and saw a woman with her hair piled on her head, proudly sporting her glasses. Then I noticed some of the news women on CNN wearing the half-up, half-down style. (I’m a news junkie now and actually excited about politics!!:) ...
A Love Letter to my son, Jordan I love your laughand when glee fills your eyesWhen you were little, I loved your messy finger-painted hands as you created art that I thought was brilliant at 2 and then 3 and 5 and 7. I loved your messy sweet-potato face and then the spaghetti dinners where ...
Photos From RWA Well folks, I didn’t win the RITA, but I did make some wonderful friends and sat in on some very educational workshops! Terri Garey won and I was soooo happy for her. Her acceptance speech brought me to tears! And San Francisco is amazing! My husband and I had a great time ...
Wind Dancer – Coming Soon!! My Most Intense Book Yet:)!! Raised in the small frontier town of Vincennes, Isabelle Renoir longs for a life of purpose and meaning. She dreams of the day when she can escape the simple life and embrace the feeling that she is destined for something rare and wonderful. Unable to ...
A Candy Store In Town! We just discovered the new candy store in our area and it is so much fun! They have lollipops of all shapes and sizes, fudge (my weakness), giant jawbreakers on a stick, cotton candy, colored caramel popcorn, gelato and Dipping Dots, nostalgic candy like red, hotdog gum, Big League Chew ...
AND THE WINNERS ARE!!! Thanks so much for all the comments on these wonderful interviews. As I said, each author will choose a winner who will then recieve a copy of their RITA Nominated book! AND I will choose a GRAND PRIZE WINNER who will recieve all of our books including SNOW ANGEL.Go to the ...
Last of the RITA Nominated Interviews (sniff) . Next time I talk about the RITA’s I’ll be back home from SF! Introducing Emily Gee from New Zealand!! (Her nominated book THIEF WITH NO SHADOW is currently out of stock, so there might not be a contest winner for this interview – but please comment anyway:) ...
Introducing the Lovely and Talented Hank Phillippi Ryan with her Double RITA Nominated book – PRIME TIME! (Remember, to win a free copy of Hank’s book PRIME TIME, just comment on the interview and you will be included in the drawing:) Happy Reading, everyone! How did you get started in the publishing business?Really really started? ...
Next Up! Kelly Parra with the YA Novel (And Double Nominated for a RITA Award!) GRAFFITI GIRL! Kelly recently did an interview on Writers at Play http://www.writersatplay.com/ where I learned that Graffiti Girl has been mentioned in TEEN mag, become a Latinidad Top pick, and been selected for the NYC Book Up program to encourage ...
RITA Dress! I’ve had several people ask if I’ve gotten my dress for the RITA Awards Ceremony and the answer is YES!! My sister and I went shopping together and when we saw it, we both knew it was the one! But it was a little big, so I thought I would have to keep ...
Introducing Terri Garey with her RITA Nominated book – DEAD GIRLS ARE EASY This interview had me cracking up and tearing up! Terri is such a sweetheart! Enjoy! To be a part of the drawing for a free copy, just comment on the interview:) How did you get started in the publishing business? I decided ...
Next Up in our RITA Nominated Interviews! Introducing Deanna Raybourn – Author of Silent in the Grave! How did you get started in the publishing business? Slowly. I wrote my first novel when I was 23. I did not sell Silent in the Grave until I was 37. In between were six or seven other ...
Let the Fun Begin!! As I mentioned in my newsletter, I will be doing an interview with the RITA Nominees in the First Books Catagory! If you would like to win a copy of their book, just comment on the interview and you will be automatically entered to win! Be sure and leave your email ...
June 2008 – NEWSLETTERSNOW ANGEL WINS FORWARD MAGAZINE AWARD FOR BEST ROMANCEWow! Snow Angel wins another award! I’m so blown away at how well this Alaskan love story is doing. The press release reads: ForeWord magazine has announced the winners of its tenth annual Book of the Year Awards. At a ceremony at BookExpo America ...
HipHipHoorah My son, Jordan, graduated from high school on Saturday. I can hardly believe how fast the time has flown by. Sometimes it seems that he went to bed my little boy and woke up this towering young man.We had a graduation party for him and made him a video from birth until now. While ...
Next Book – Wind Dancer!! Okay, I’ve been asked several times about when my next book is coming out, and I’m thrilled to announce that I just recieved a draft (it’s not finished yet) of the cover for my third book – Wind Dancer! The book will be out in stores January 1, 2009. Seems ...
In the Shadow of His Wings Today I read the first negative review of my work. It struck me as a blow. Like some stranger had passed by and proclaimed my child ugly, unworthy to be born. I suppose I have been spoiled thus far in my journey as an author, as it was the ...
The Making of theRomance Novel Cover Romance novel covers have changed so much since I began reading them in the late 1970′s. Remember the bodice ripper covers? Fabio? Brunette Fabio? I was embarrassed to take them out in public! Then, the pub houses got smart and realized that more people would risk the stigma of ...
Bizarre Celebrity Couples!! I dreamed last night that Barbara Walters was dating Ponch from the 1970′s show, CHIPS! LOL! I had just watched Barbara’s special on living to be 150 so I know where she came from, but Eric Estrada? Haven’t (honestly, I promise) thought of him in years! I did have a serious crush ...
American Idol . . . I am thankful for American Idol this season because it has introduced me to the song “Hallelujah” sang by Jason Castro. Oh, my. Have your heard it? Have you seen these lyrics also sang by greats like Jeff Buckley and John Hiatt? No? Let me share my joy: Well I ...
Next Big News! Snow Angel has been nominated by Romance Writers of America® as a RITA® finalist in the First Books category!! The winners will be announced at the awards ceremony in San Francisco on August 1st. I’m so thrilled and honored to be included in this group of talented writers!! To view the list ...
Lots of Upcoming News!!!Let’s get this party started with my new book trailer for The Duchess and the Dragon!!! I hope you like it as much as I do!!! Without further ado!! (Oh, that rhymed:-).
Presidential Elections – 2008 Psalm 2“Why do the nations rageand the peoples plot in vain?The kings of the earth take their standand the rulers gather togetheragainst the Lordand against his Anointed One.Let us break their chains, they sayand throw off their fetters.The One enthroned in heaven laughs;the Lord scoffs at them.Then he rebukes them in ...
It’s Here! I was shocked and thrilled to get two boxes of my new book, The Duchess and the Dragon, from the UPS truck yesterday! The cover is absolutely gorgeous!! I will be giving away three copies this month to celebrate. If you would like a chance to win an early copy (it hits bookstore ...
Snow Angel Finalist in ForeWord Magazine’s Book of the Year Awards!!! I learned yesterday that Snow Angel is a finalist in the Romance category for Book of the Year!! I’m so excited and blessed that this story is being noticed by such prestigious awards. It’s funny – it took me so long to get published ...
Friend, Leanna Ellis, On The Harvest Show! My writing buddy, Leanna Ellis http://www.leannaellis.com/ has written a wonderful novel, Elvis Takes a Backseat and will be interviewed today on The Harvest Show. If you would like to see the interview online, go to http://www.harvest-tv.com/ and click on today’s date – March 3rd. She is such a ...
My Favorite Online Preacher Introducing – Dan Backens!! I found this WONDERFUL preacher out of Virginia Beach, Virgina who has a church (actually several in the area) called New Life Providence Chruch. Boy, can he preach it! I am subscribed to his podcast and listen every week. I can hardly wait for Monday so that ...
Celebrity Hair!! Have you ever wondered what you would look like with Jennifer Lopez locks or Jessica Alba’s do? Well now you can find out!! I found this really fun, incredibly easy website where you can download a photo of yourself and then choose hairstyles from hundreds of celebs to try. You can even change ...
Do You Scrapbook? I am an on-again, off-again scrapbooker. Last Christmas, I made albums for several relatives and vowed – never – ever – to – scrapbook – again! But now that it has been over a year since I dabbled in double sided sticky tape, die-cuts and silly stickers, I feel almost ready to ...
The Wide Open Spaces of God by Beth Booram Okay, for those of you who like non-fiction as well as fiction, (I personally have to have my arm twisted to read non-fiction – LOL!) here is a wonderful book by a new writer friend of mine. Beth uses eight landscape metaphors to help us discover ...
B&H Fiction Rocks! I just signed my second three-book deal for B&H Publishing!! I am so blessed to be working with such wonderful editors – David Webb and the renowned Karen Ball who make my work shine. I’m working on the fourth book now – Scarlett and Christophe’s story. It is set in France during ...
Happy New Year! I finally got around to drawing November and December’s winners for a free Snow Angel book (sorry for the delay). And the winners are: Lori Gibson and Nancy Cashatt! Congratulations! Only two more month to win Snow Angel! Starting in April, I will be giving away my newest book – The Duchess ...
December 2007Welcome to the First Edition! JAMIECARIE.COM NEWSLETTER Christmas Drawing!I will be drawing two more winners (for November and December) from those that have signed up for this newsletter in the next few days. (So feel free to pass on this newsletter to anyone you think might be interested in signing up!) The winner will ...
Matchmaker, Matchmaker, Make Me a Match! What a lovely time and what lovely people I had the opportunity to meet over the last few weeks at book signings across Indiana! Some were slow and some were busy, but they were all a great match for me! Thanks to all the owners, manager and employees of ...
Snow Angel Wins Award Friday I found out that Snow Angel won the award for best fiction in the religion/literary catagory at USA Book News. A complete list of winners and finalists in each category can be found at:http://www.usabooknews.com/bestbooksawards2007.html All I can say is Glory to God in the highest! If anything good comes out ...
The Perfect Day It was the perfect day. The temperature hummed at a pleasant 70 degrees. The leaves, as I drove along the winding hills and curves of our neighborhood, taking my son to the BMV to get his first license plate, were the color of fire. Autumn is a slow burn. It takes its ...
Do You Like Writing Contest? I found this great list of current writing contests here http://www.novelandshortstory.com/blog/PermaLink,guid,36568afb-bfb8-4f3e-9e4b-1535bc74b042.aspxLet me know if you win!! Happy Writing! Jamie
Just Trying to Keep Breathing!I recieved this amazing review last night in my inbox from Rel in Austrailia!! http://relzreviewz.blogspot.com/ (Austrailia!!) “Elizabeth Smith doesn’t know where she has come from but her future goals are clear ~ she just didn’t count on a storm interfering with those plans. Noah Wesley loves the solitary wilderness that is ...
Women’s Retreat Update I went to a women’s retreat last weekend. I hadn’t gone to a “Women’s Retreat” in a long while. A part of me likes them and a part of me . . . well, dislikes them. Women are tough. There always seems like there is a wall of judgment that I have ...
And The Winners Are . . . Right after my last post, I received my box of books! So, drumroll please . . . The five winners of the Big Book Give Away are: VailMarciaDavid FryPatriciaFreda Congratulations!! Oh, and for those who didn’t win this round, don’t forget that if you are signed up for ...
Big Book Give Away Update For those patiently awaiting the results of the drawing of five copies of Snow Angel, I must apologize!! Remember when I said I expected to receive my box any day? Well, I’m still waiting. It seems that Snow Angel is selling out fast enough that my publisher can’t keep the ...
Jamie as the Dog Whisperer – NOT!!! Okay, I’m surrounded by males in my house . . . a husband, three sons, one male cat and one very male dog named Leo. I well know testosterone . . . manly competition, ribald humor and snacks that disappear before I can get them into the pantry. ...
Snow Angel – Flying Off the Shelves!I just received word from the lovely Julie over at B&H that Snow Angel has already sold out the first print run (and it’s not even the street date of September 1st yet!). I know that my local Borders and Barnes & Noble stores sold out in a few ...
It’s a Bird… It’s a Plane… It’s a Snow Angel!… Okay, it sometimes seems I’ve been waiting for this moment my whole life. To walk in a local bookstore and see my book displayed? Wow! But really, when I was a girl, I didn’t even dream that I would ever be a writer. There was ...
Shoes and Flowers and a Few of my Favorite Things… Okay, if you know me at all, you know that I LOVE beauty. I’m the kind of girl that compliments everyone around me about something. To some people, this may seem as some kind of false flatery, some brown-nosing effort . . . but NO! ...
Snow Angel Now Available on Amazon! When Noah Wesley heard the faint sound outside the door of his remote Alaskan mountain cabin during a violent nighttime blizzard, it was no less than the voice of God that urged him to take a closer look, soon to discover his snow angel. Unconscious and more than half ...
Selling GodAs I dive into the marketing process for Snow Angel, sometimes I pause . . . am I just trying to sell God to people?I turn on Christian radio and Christian TV and I feel . . . harassed.I walk out to the mailbox to get my mail and there is something from this ...
Big Book Giveaway! Any day now, I will recieve a big box of beautiful books! I can hardly wait to open it and get my hands on the final copy of Snow Angel. It’s been so long in coming . . . To celebrate, I would like to give away five free copies! To be ...
First Interview! Whoo-hoo! A special thanks to Gina Holmes for giving me my first author interview! You can visit her blog at http://noveljourney.blogspot.com/ where the good folks at Novel Journey cover all the latest and greatest in the Christian book industry. Gina has lots of coverage on ICRS and the Christy Awards too. (I hear ...
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Saving Lindsay Lohan Earlier this week as I spun up my MSN homepage, I saw the mug shot of Lindsay Lohan. The look in her eyes made my heart drop. Oh, my dear, I thought with sudden tears pricking my eyes. I read the article which, after giving the details of her arrest, stated that ...
To My Friends… I fail I know the momentwhen you discover my secretThat I am not enoughit cuts meas it does you I see my weaknessof time and forbearance and lifting wingI know my lack better than youI’ve lived with it time and time againI see its shadowcasting o’re your face, and his and his, ...
Mistaken Identity You move into a new home and see your neighbors for the first time. You wave, hoping to catch their eye and make a good first impression, but either they didn’t see or don’t care. Deflated, you turn away. Negative thoughts spring to mind. “They must be snobs. Great, now I won’t have ...
A Beautiful Spirit Have you ever had contact with someone on email or through the internet and wondered what they might be like in person? Will they be different? Will enough of their personality translate from the written to the verbal, the face-to-face with all its expression, body-language and connection that you recognize? Will they ...
A Wonderful Time at ICRS! Whew! Just returned from Atlanta and the International Christian Retail Show. What an amazing time! I met Mary DeMuth in person (see previous blog entry), Vicki Courtney, Leanna Ellis, Jerry Jenkins, and even Karen Kingsbury (a bus was tooling around Atlanta with her picture on the side!!). Vicky and I ...
Have You Discovered Mary DeMuth? If you haven’t yet read, “Watching the Tree Limbs” or “Wishing on Dandelions” they are well worth a look. Mary has a blog http://relevantblog.blogspot.com/ and what I love about it, is her perfection in describing herself and her views. So many Christians want to look like they “have it altogether.” ...
A New FriendHave you ever met someone truly brilliant?You know it in their phrases and thought processes.It’s visible in the way that they view the world and then articulate that view.They put into words what you feel.And you nod and laugh and agreea connection on a level you’ve craved. They are usually highly educated, though ...
Photos From BEA A sweet woman with a cool English accentThe B&H Group!Me in front of the New York Public LibraryBig guardians for a whole lot of books!Eating a really expensive hamburger around GroundZero location. He was grimacing on the inside!
David, Jennifer, Rebeca, Me, Karen and JulieMy husband looked so handsome that day!Out on the town at Les MisRebeca and I – signing as fast as we can!!Here I’m signing the first book . . . it was so fun!
New York, New York and the BEA48 hours later and I’m still so amazed by God’s provision at BEA (Book Expo America). There are many, many times that I am a fleshly woman. I care about what people think too much – if they will like me, if they will accept this work. I worry ...
Some Photos of my Grandpa
21 Gun SaluteA little over a week ago, my grandfather, Elmer Roach, died from complications of old age. His wife Doris, my grandmother, had preceded him by just four months. They were a grand old couple, not in the grand living sense, but in the grand loving sense. If ever I’ve seen the example of ...
First Reviews for Snow AngelCheck out these reviews for Snow Angel – Wow!!http://tcm-ca.com/reviews/1740.html – by TCM Reviews andhttp://www.dancingword.com/bookreviews/snowangelreview.htm by Vickie McDonough of Dancing Word ReviewerI so appreciate them taking the time to read and review it!
New Christian Fiction Read the article about new authors in Christian fiction in this month’s Aspiring Retail magazine. It’s under the title, “Christian Novelists on the Rise” here. Christian fiction is growing wider and deeper, providing more and more opportunities to reach out with the love of God – PTL!
Poverty in AmericaWhen I was six, my parents became Christians which changed everything in our home. They had been on the brink of divorce, but now, on fire for Jesus, my dad quit his welding job to go into full time ministry. Financially, our income dropped from middle class to borderline poverty, but I didn’t ...
The Genres of Writing At a dinner, not too long ago, I was asked about writing. I struggled to put into words my thoughts on the different forms of writing, but since then, of course, after some time to think about it, I’ve had some ideas:Poetry . . . lyrics . . . they’re a ...
Photos From Nashville! Nick loved being so highup and riding in the elevator!Julie and Mary-Beth at P.F. Chang’sKaren Ball and her friend Peggy -Isn’t this a great photo of them!The B&H girls and me at our“girl’s night out” they were somuch fun and are wonderfulwomen!I got a gift basket!?! Yeah! The LifeWay building and campuswas ...
B&H Sales Conference in Nashville, Tennessee“You’re on!” Mary-Beth, my author relations person, shout-whispered, running toward me as I walked out of the ladies room and down the hall of the Life Way building. I wasn’t supposed to speak until 9:30 AM but apparently they were running early. What luck! I didn’t even have time to ...
Indianapolis ICRS Trade ShowMid January I attended ICRS (International Christian Retail Show) a bi-annual book trade show in Indianapolis where my publisher had a booth (the booths were huge and really very nice!). They invited me to join them, meet people I’d only heretofore known on email, and get a peek into the world of ...
Snow Angels and New Year’s Resolutions Ahh, Christmas. The lights, the carefully decorated tree with stacks of presents underneath, the family gathering –(sound of tires screeching to a stop). Family. It’s the people we love best and know best and the people who know us best, maybe that’s why they challenge us like friends would ...
Glamour Shots Photo Shoot: More fun that I thought is would be! I was a nervous wreak before hand, picking out the outfits, shoes and jewelry that they kept calling me and reminding me not to forget! But it was great fun. The photographer was a sweetheart, working with me to contort into the poses ...
Infuze E-Zine – A Great Place to Try Your Wings A big “thanks” to Infuze again! Either they like my work or it’s pretty easy to get published there (I’m going with, “they like my work”)! It’s a wonderful e-zine, a great mix of the known and unknown with a wide variety of creative work, ...
Is Anything too hard for the Lord? Last week I signed the contract! A three book deal with Broadman and Holman, for three historical, inspirational, romance novels . . . it was a beautiful thing. It came by Priority Mail. I ripped open the red, white and blue envelope, slid out all that lovely cream ...
I published my first short story! Check it out at http://infuzemag.com/creative/ under The Knitting Box. If you haven’t discovered it yet, Infuze Magazine is a really great source for artists. Here’s what they say about themselves, “Infuze Magazine is about creative people and what they create — art and entertainment such as film, music, novels ...
A Glorified and Fulfilled Humanity I have been listening to the audio book of “A History of God” by Karen Armstrong and am struck by the repetitive nature of man’s quest to become more than we are. It would seem that since the beginning, man has strived to attain godliness – power over our circumstances ...
Copyright 2006 Elena Felicianohttp://stores.ebay.com/THE-BEEHIVE-ART-BOUTIQUE Yeah! It’s finally Spring! Here’s a fun poem I wrote for Spring. Ode to the Spring Shoe Fun and flirty, pattern curvyBallerina sweet, flat feetBeaded toes or tiny sweet bowsHome – slippers – cozy treatLeather and suede, sashay raidSwishing skirts, major flirtsWedges in florals and mints and coralsSassy sandals – painted ...
Without Gravity “First this: God created the Heavens and Earth – all you see, all you don’t see,” (Genesis 1:1, The Message Bible, Eugene H. Peterson, italics mine). When I think of the creation week, I automatically think of the obvious – light/dark, sun/moon, animals/man, but God created a whole system of life, a system ...
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Born in the small, historical town of Vincennes, Indiana, Jamie is the oldest of five children. When she was six, her parents accepted Christ as their Savior, which changed everything. Excited about Jesus, her dad decided to take a giant leap of faith and start a church. Some of her favorite memories are the road trips she used to take with her dad, driving to home Bible studies across southern Indiana where Jim would preach. After a night of teaching and ministry, they would drive home and talk of things beyond earth’s bounds - creation and the fall, God and Jesus and the rapture, the earthly walk compared to the spiritual walk, and how we are born for more than what we can see or touch. The highlight of those nights was stopping at a truck stop where her dad would spend a little of the offering basket on two slices of pie and a couple of Cokes. Nothing ever felt so special as a middle of the night slice of pie with her dad. As Jamie grew closer to God and developed her own relationship with Him, she discovered a heart welling with songs and poetry.