UC His Glory Book Club Welcomes author Wanda Campbell

Posted on May 17, 2013 by

wbcampbdllDOIN-ME-This week we welcome to UC His Glory Book Club, bestselling Urban Christian author Wanda Campbell.

Wanda, tell us a little about YOU.
I am a wife, mother, grandmother, minister, mentor, and an author. My greatest role is being a servant of God. Writing is my passion and books are my one addiction. I began writing in 2005, and to date I have seven award-winning Christian Fiction novels. I enjoy teaching and encouraging aspiring authors.

 If readers want to get an inside look at the person you are, what and whom would they see?
Readers would probably be surprise to learn that I’m very shy. I’m an introvert and have a hard time expressing my emotions. I love helping people, but have a hard time with public recognition. At the same time, I consider myself very comical.

What has helped or shaped you as a writer?
My life’s experiences have helped me as a writer.  I write about subjects that have made a great influence on my character.

Do you often compare your work to that of other writers, namely those that you admire in the industry?
One of my mottos in life is, never compare myself to anyone.  We all have different paths to travel. I admire the work of several authors, but I stay true to the ministry God has chosen for me.

Was it your goal to become a writer, or was it something in particular that inspired you to choose this field?
Honestly, I never dreamed of being a writer. It just happened after a traumatic life experience.  I can honestly say I have found my passion.

What matters most to you as a writer?
What matters most to me is to write stories that not only entertain, but also change lives for the better. My goal is to always draw readers into a closer relationship with Christ and to a greater level of self-acceptance.

How did you know the Christian fiction genre was right for you?
The Christian fiction genre allows me to write stories that are true to my beliefs without compromising. I can minister as well as entertain. It’s like demonstrating an extended parable.

What are you some of your future literary goals?
Of course, I plan to continue writing and publishing. I’m in the early stages of trying my hand at screenwriting.

Tell us about your latest book and what inspired you to write it?
Doin’ Me is the sequel to my novel, Silver Lining. Reyna Mills literally grew up in the church. She didn’t make any decision without consulting the pastor and followed instructions to the letter. That is, until she ended up with a busted lip in the back seat of a police car. After breaking free from legalistic religious bondage, Reyna has a new mantra: I’m Doin’ Me.

What words of wisdom do you have to impart to aspiring authors?
Writing requires a disciplined lifestyle. Read and write every day. Never stop learning the craft and never give up on your passion.

What do you find the most gratifying about writing?
Being used by God to help transform lives.

How can you be contacted?
www.wandabcampbell.com
www.facebook.com/wandabcampbell
www.twitter.com/wbcampbell
Email: wbcampbell@prodigy.net

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UC His Glory Welcomes Catherine Flowers

Posted on May 3, 2013 by

Catherine Flowers headshot yesterdayseyesThis week UC His Glory Book Club welcomes Urban Christian author, Catherine Flowers.

Catherine, if readers want to get an inside look at the person you are, what and whom would they see? Readers would see a quiet, reserved, behind-the-scene type of person. I am a happy introvert.

What has helped or shaped you as a writer? Life, and all the experiences that come with it – as well as several classes in journalism, communication, and creative writing.

Do you often compare your work to that of other writers, namely those that you admire in the industry? No. I don’t like to compare my writing to anyone else’s because we all have a unique style and voice. If I decide to read a book while I’m working on a novel, I am careful to choose something from a completely different genre. This is to ensure that I am not subconsciously influenced by something I’ve read in the same genre as my own.

Was it your goal to become a writer, or was it something in particular that inspired you to choose this field? I’ve always been drawn to writing from the age of 10. My life-long dream was to become a published author. Along the way, I had a few articles published, but life and the demands of a family kept my dream on the back burner. Somehow, I forgot about writing as a profession and ended up becoming a registered nurse. Now, sixteen years later, my dream has come true.

What matters most to you as a writer? Authenticity and the ability to inspire the reader. Through my writing, which is by God’s grace, I want to leave the reader in a better place spiritually than they were before they read the book.

How did you know the Christian fiction genre was right for you? I knew the Christian fiction genre was right for me because God gave me the gift of writing. And when we are blessed with a gift from God, we are to use that gift to be a blessing to others. So, I write stories that reveal the answer to life’s problems. And that answer is Jesus Christ.

What are some of your future literary goals? I’m in the early stages of my second novel, and I’d like to publish an e-Book as well.

Tell us about your latest book and what inspired you to write it? My latest book revolves around two of the main characters – Tia and Lorenzo – from my first book. The readers will have a chance to see where they are in their lives thirteen years later, and what issues they are dealing with. My inspiration to write this novel comes from the things I hear everyday on the news, articles I read, and people I listen to who are in one form of distress or another.

What words of wisdom do you have to impart to aspiring authors? Stay true to your creative self. As a Christian author, I’m always trying to make sure I’m writing for the Glory of God, so with that in mind, I would say write what needs to be said but do so with style and taste. And don’t write just to be writing. Have something to say. I was once told that one’s writing should resonate. And that advice still ‘resonates’ with me today!

What do you find the most gratifying about writing? The solitude, creative process, and of course, the finished product. Writing is like playing a musical instrument. Both are satisfying to my soul.

How can you be contacted?
authorcatherineflowers@aol.com
http://www.freefrombondage.wordpress.com
 Facebook (Author Catherine Flowers)
@YesterdaysEyes

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Ready, Set, Read!

Posted on January 18, 2013 by
THE-SUNDAY-ONLY-CHRISTIANTHE SUNDAY ONLY CHRISTIAN
a novel by blessedselling author, E. N. Joy

What kind of woman wants a man so badly that she’d be willing to lie to get him?  What if that lie includes denying the fact that she has a child?Deborah Lewis is that woman.  The suave, debonair Lynox Chase is the man Deborah wants.  He’s the man Deborah has wanted for years, almost had, but decided to give her ex a try, leaving Lynox hanging.  With her ex no longer in the picture, Deborah is willing to eat crow and go claim Lynox.  She can’t help but worry if he will be forgiving and take her back, but figures after two years, he’s had time to get over it.

The chase turns into more of a marathon for Deborah.  Just when she thinks she’s near the finish line, she learns that a woman with kids is a turn-off for Lynox.  She finds this out before ever getting the chance to tell Lynox that she had a child by her ex.  Can Deborah turn off being a mother just long enough to get Lynox to fall in love with her again?

BLESSEDselling author, E. N. Joy, is the writer behind the five book series, “New Day Divas,” coined the “Soap Opera In Print.” Formerly writing secular works under the names Joylynn M. Jossel and JOY, this award winning author shares her literary expertise on conference panels in her home town of Columbus, Ohio as well as cities across the country. Joy’s children’s story, The Secret Olivia Told Me received the American Library Association Coretta Scott King Honor. Book club rights have also been purchased by Scholastic and the book is on tour at Scholastic Book Fairs in schools across the country.


A-WOMANS-REVENGEA WOMAN’S REVENGE (Anthology/April 2013)
E. N. Joy, Sherri L. Lewis, Rhonda McKnight

Three prolific Urban Christian authors have teamed up in this anthology that proves revenge isn’t always so sweet.

Musik Jalice Carter is in love.  The only problem is that she doesn’t believe the man is in love with her. What makes it even worse is that the man is her husband. Musik really starts to doubt his love for her when she uncovers secrets on his social networking page. Having given that man 15 years of her life, Musik is not going to walk away without getting answers, and more importantly, without getting revenge.

Sabrina Rogers is devastated when she finds out that the man of her dreams has another woman. She’s mortified when she discovers it’s her mother! At odds for years, mother and daughter finally settle their differences to join forces against Blake Harrison. Revenge never tasted so sweet as they team up to put this player of out commission for good. But after the dirty deed is done, will forgiveness and faith be enough to keep their relationship together?

Where do broken hearts go? If you’re Tamera Watson, you go to the pawn shop to buy a gun. Tamera’s husband is gone and so is her life savings. With the last of her pennies, she pays a private detective to hunt him down—so she can gun him down. When she finds him, will she be able to pull the trigger, or will the God of her heart stop her before she lets her desire for revenge take her too far?