“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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Friday Fiction: Swan Song by Robert McCammon
I have been intrigued by PBS’s The Great American Read. I am ashamed to admit I haven’t even heard of some of these books! I have, however, heard of the two Alabama natives on the list. Yes, fellow Alabamians (Alabamites? Bamers? Dixie Delights?)! We have two entries...
A Smidgen of Hope: Mondays
Yes, I realize today is Tuesday, but I wrote this post yesterday. I usually try to write and schedule my work ahead of time, but lately that hasn't happened. Time is not my friend. And here I am on Monday, struggling to start after a night of interrupted sleep. When I...
A Smidgen of Hope: Waiting
Friday Fiction: Smoking Flax is on Sale!
Hello, Friday Fiction Fans! You all know that I love to promote books. Novels. Novellas. Short Stories. If it's off the beaten track and I like it, I will share. Why? Because I love reading and want to share my favorite books. Smoking Flax is one of my favorite books....
A Smidgen of Hope: Detours
Don't you love detours? You've created just enough space in your schedule to get to your next appointment when--BAM--the road ahead is closed and you are instructed to follow a detour. A different road. Not the plan you had in mind. Or maybe you want to take a detour....
Friday Fiction: The Stranger in the Lifeboat by Mitch Albom
Wow. Have you ever read one of those books that, in some way, started with such deep sadness that you didn't know if you wanted to take the journey with the author? That's how I felt when I first picked up The Stranger in the Lifeboat by Mitch Albom. I've read many of...
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