“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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Let There Be Light!
I’ve lived in my home for a little more than five years now and I love it. But the place is over 30 years old and so are its light fixtures. “Dim” would be an understatement to describe the lighting in the hall, the kitchen, and the nook. Dad offered to help me...
Favorite Friday Fiction-Everybody’s Broken by Fay Lamb
Suspense is normally a genre I don't read because, well, it's so intense. But every once in a while I happen upon a book I just can't put down. Like the one written by my friend, Fay Lamb, that will be well-worth your time. Everybody's Broken The walls have...
Be Kind to Yourself
Favorite Friday Fiction-Sherlock Holmes by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
Hello, book lovers! There's nothing like first opening a new book, whether the pages crinkle in your newly purchased delight or you swipe open the e-book you've waited for with your finger. I LOVE BOOKS. So, each Friday, please join me as I display the cover of a book...
Memorial Day: Flag Stories
By Edie Melson This time of year it seems everywhere we turn the world is decorated with red, white, and blue. There are colorful banners, balloons, streamers, and of course the flags. Seeing this outpouring of patriotism brings special joy to those with a loved one...
The Right Kind of Fruit in Our Lives
"But the Holy Spirit produces this kind of fruit in our lives: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. There is no law against these things!" Galatians 5:22-23 NLT
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