“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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Small Acts of Kindness: April Spotlight
I heard about this ministry from a special speaker at our church. We are helping out. How about you? Fill Water Bottles Bringing the Gospel to the people of the world through the practical gift of a water bottle. We exist to make disciples of Christ as we demonstrate...
Favorite Friday Fiction: The Street Singer by Kathleen Neely
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Favorite Friday Fiction: The Ill-Made Mute by Cecilia Dart-Thornton
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Small Acts of Kindness: A Blessed Christmas
By Sara L Foust This past fall, my husband of 14 years and I separated. My children and I started looking for and found a new church filled with beautiful music, wonderful preaching, and the most amazing people. I was, like I’m sure most single moms do, fretting over...
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