“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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Favorite Friday Fiction: The Pride of the Peacock by Victoria Holt
By: Stephanie L. Robertson Dark secrets, a mysterious gemstone, and a marriage of convenience. Despite her rich namesake, Opal “Jessica” Clavering lives in penury with her tyrannical mother, hen-pecked father, mousy sister, and subjugated brother. Thanks to her...
Annabelle’s Joy by Betty Thomason Owens
Today, I'd like to share Betty's new novel, Annabelle's Joy, with you. I've been waiting for this one as it concludes the series that I love. While you can read this book as a stand-alone, you'll want to read Annabelle's Ruth and Sutter's Landing first. 🙂 Annabelle's...
Favorite Friday Fiction: The Man in the Brown Suit by Agatha Christie
Hello, Favorite Friday Fiction Fans! If you've been keeping up with many of these posts, you'll know I'm a big fan of the Golden Age of Detective mysteries. And a huge Agatha Christie fan. I'm in the middle of reading all her books. There are around 70, I believe....
Small Acts of Kindness: Help from the Kindness Blog
For my friends who drop by here often, you know I love sharing posts from the Kindness blog. Here's one I felt was very helpful: How to Help A Friend Who is Suffering From a Chronic Illness By Lucy Martial Do you have a friend who struggles with chronic illness? If...
Favorite Friday Fiction: Mission Hollywood by Michelle Keener
"Michelle Keener’s novel could be classified as rom-com, however, there is a depth to her characters that goes beyond quirky and cute. It’s like pulling up to a drive-in restaurant and expecting your average burger and fries, but instead, you are served Mahi-Mahi on a...
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