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Thank you very much! Yes, there was a ton of action in the Blitz. I will do my best to add it :)
I think you can have some action packed scenes when they run for cover in the bombings.
Your book sounds interesting. Blessings on it.
I agree and thanks for the opinions. I will try to make it a point to remember to add action :) My book is during WW2 and love interest is fighting on the front, but to be realistic, he can't send graphic letters home of his experiences. he had to...
I think th reason the h is the h is that she stands out in her period. I write post WWII (1946-47). One of my h's was the oldest daughter, the next child (a son) was born 6 years later. She did a lot of stuff with her dad, him thnking she was goin...
I don't like long, long, long dialog. I don't think people talk like that. Although I also don't think dialg has to be exactly like speech, it should resemble actual speech in most ways.
I think people talk, flap their arms, talk, pace back and f...
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- Reader, writer, or both?
- Both
- Favorite Genre
- Historical
- About Me:
- I write stories that always involve some element of the past and of finding home. I was born in central Indiana, the daughter of Mennonite farmers. I graduated from Indiana University with a degree in Germanic languages and was an associate editor with Abingdon Pres for twelve years.
One Holy Night, my contemporary women's fiction novel set during the Vietnam War will release in April 2008. I have also published two historical novels set during the American Revolutionary War-- Daughter of Liberty and Native Son, books 1 and 2 of the American Patriot Series. Book 3, Wind of the Spirit, is scheduled for release in January 2009.
I am a member of American Christian Fiction Writers, Christian Authors Network, and Middle Tennessee Christian Writers.
- Website:
- http://www.jmhochstetler.com
What God has in mind this bleak Christmas is a miracle. As on that holy night so long ago ... in a world torn by sin and strife ... to a family that has suffered heartwrenching loss ... will be born a baby ...
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Be sure to visit Tracy Ruckman’s Pix ’n Pens blog next week, October 13-17. I’ll be judging her contest on holiday essays.
Enter an essay of up to 1,500 words with a Christmas theme, and you may win an autographed copy of One Holy Night! Go to the One Holy Night Blog to find out more about this inspiring story of God's grace for all seasons!
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Enter an essay of up to 1,500 words with a Christmas theme, and you may win an autographed copy of One Holy Night! Go to the One Holy Night Blog to find out more about this inspiring story of God's grace for all seasons!
You can share your favorite holiday memory or offer a reflect… Continue
Posted on October 9, 2008 at 1:53pm —
Here's Another One
“The passion and intrigue of the American Revolution comes to life in J. M. Hochstetler’s wonderfully entertaining read Wind of the Spirit. Beautifully written and completely engaging, Wind of the Spirit will appeal to fans not just of Christian fiction, but of historical fiction as well. Not to be missed!”
—Michelle Moran, national bestselling author of The Heretic Queen
I'm humbled by everyone's kindness. And all I can say is . . . keep 'em coming!
—Michelle Moran, national bestselling author of The Heretic Queen
I'm humbled by everyone's kindness. And all I can say is . . . keep 'em coming!
Posted on August 15, 2008 at 2:30pm —
Terrific Endorsements for Wind of the Spirit!
Here are the first endorsements I’ve received for Wind of the Spirit! There are more on the way, but I wanted to share these.
"With rich, vivid descriptions that draw you back in time, characters that become your best friends, eloquent language that will leave you breathless, and a romance that warms you from head to toe, Wind of the Spirit is a stunningly beautiful story about the fight for freedom, survival, and love in a savage land."
—MaryLu Tyndall, author of The Falcon an… Continue
"With rich, vivid descriptions that draw you back in time, characters that become your best friends, eloquent language that will leave you breathless, and a romance that warms you from head to toe, Wind of the Spirit is a stunningly beautiful story about the fight for freedom, survival, and love in a savage land."
—MaryLu Tyndall, author of The Falcon an… Continue
Posted on August 11, 2008 at 7:08pm — 3 Comments
Interview with Lena Nelson Dooley Posted Friday!
My interview with author Lena Nelso Dooley posted Friday, May 9th, and she is offering a free copy of my latest release, One Holy Night. Go to lenanelsondooley.blogspot.com and make a comment on the May 9th post to enter the drawing! If you already own a copy, you can opt out of the drawing but just leave a comment.
I'm offering one of my beautiful OHN bookmarks to anyone who doesn't win. All you have to do is to contact me here on Edgy Christian Fiction Lovers or e-mail me at jmh… Continue
I'm offering one of my beautiful OHN bookmarks to anyone who doesn't win. All you have to do is to contact me here on Edgy Christian Fiction Lovers or e-mail me at jmh… Continue
Posted on May 11, 2008 at 6:00am — 2 Comments
Ah, Progress!
Have you ever felt like Sisyphus? Condemned to endlessly pushing that huge rock uphill until you get to the top...where it rolls back down? But at least things are moving forward! Amazon finally opened up my latest book, One Holy Night for orders--only a few days late. And now readers can also post reviews. It's also available for pre-order at Barnes and Noble.com, which incorrectly lists it as pubbing April 28. Target.com also has it, and you can also order through Borders.com, which lin… Continue
Posted on April 9, 2008 at 9:00pm —
Comment Wall (17 comments)
- At 12:23pm on July 27, 2008,
Nora St.Laurent said… - I've just posted a fun interview of Michelle Sutton to my blog. You will learn some interesting things you never new. Check it out! www.psalm516.blogspot.com
Nora :)
- At 3:28am on July 24, 2008,
John Robinson said… - Yep, you never know where I'll turn up! (checked the inside of your fridge lately? *G*)
- At 8:12am on May 11, 2008,
John Robinson said…
- Hi Joan! I forgot you were a member here too (I really need to take some time and check who's who here).
PS: pssst (don't forget what I sent you!)*G*
- At 6:53am on April 10, 2008,
Siri Mitchell said… - Thanks for the invitation!
- At 1:00pm on April 4, 2008,
Rita Gerlach said… - Hi Joan,
Actually we did meet sometime last year online. I bought your books. Loved Daughter of Liberty and mean to read the sequel.
Thanks for the kind words about Stepping Stones. Maybe sometime I can do an interview with you. . .June? July?
Rita
- At 2:45pm on January 31, 2008,
Linda Leigh Hargrove said…
- It's my first series. A learning experience, for sure! Just got back from your site; enjoyed reading your family history.
- At 9:59am on January 31, 2008,
- Thanks, Joan for viewing my trailer. I really enjoyed making it. Working on books 2 and 3 in the series now.
- At 2:16pm on January 7, 2008,
Michelle Sutton said… - Crazy is as crazy does. :) We're gonna knock 'em dead!
- At 7:31pm on January 6, 2008,
Michelle Sutton said…
- Takes one fruit loop to recognize another. Pffffft!
- At 7:38pm on January 3, 2008,
Diane Moody said… - February it is! I'm anxious to hear how things are going with OHN and Sheaf House. Hope you're staying warm down there - we're freezing our buns off up here! LOL
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