“I travel the way of truth, even if I’m the only one. I travel the path of light, even if I’m the only one. I travel the path of hope, even if I’m the only one. One giving truth and hope and light to those who think there is no truth and hope and light left to hang onto.”
-James L. Rubart
Southern Fiction Author
Jennifer Hallmark
Jennifer Hallmark writes Southern fiction with a twist. Her website and newsletter focus on her books, love of the South, and favorite fiction. She creates stories with unforgettable characters—her stories are a little eerie and otherworldly but with a positive turn.
Jessie’s Hope, her first novel, was a Selah Award nominee for First Novel. Her latest novel, Smoking Flax, will be released on January 16th, 2024.
When she isn’t babysitting, gardening, or exploring the beautiful state of Alabama, you can find her at her desk penning fiction or studying the craft of writing. She also loves reading and streaming fantasy, supernatural stories, and detective fiction from the Golden Age or her favorite subject—time travel.
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40 Simple Ways to Practice Kindness
I just love the Kindness blog! Here's another great post by Mike O'Connor... by Mike O’Connor 1. Smiles are irresistible. Don’t hesitate to smile warmly at friends, family, colleagues and even…strangers. 2. Write hand-written thank-you notes. The notes don’t need to...
Favorite Friday Fiction: Sweet Danger by Margery Allingham
Favorite Friday Fiction is back! Yes, I took the summer off but have spent a lot of time reading and I have some wonderful books to share. As always, our first Friday of the month is a classic. As you've probably already guessed (if you follow my posts) Margery...
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40 Ways to Practice Self-Kindness
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The Power Of Your Presence
I didn’t actually do anything. I couldn’t. I couldn't change the fact that he was dying. That her marriage of many decades would be over soon and she’d have to learn to live without her husband. Such was the case for a lady I talked to a few years ago through Stephen...
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