Interview with Fiction Writer, Melanie Dobson

Recently, I was talking with some college students about their summer fiction reading.  ”I often wonder how the book was born,” said one of them.  I’ve often asked that question myself.  In this interview, we get the chance to find out how a special work of fiction was born from the author herself, as well as what is her mission as a writer.

As you read Melanie Dobson’s interview, can you think of any other questions you would like to ask?  Leave a comment for her below and enter a chance to win a free copy of her novel in the month of Septermber.

Could you tell us about your latest novel?

Love Finds You in Liberty, Indiana is part the new Summerside Press line featuring stories set in small towns across the country. This novel is about a Quaker woman named Anna Brent who runs a station on the secretive Underground Railroad in 1850 until her work is threatened by a slave hunter searching for a runaway girl.

I thoroughly enjoyed researching and writing this book, but even more exciting than writing it was going to Liberty and meeting the delightful people of this town. Several of them welcomed me into their home and let me crawl around in the secret places where the runaway slaves once hid. Read more

An Interview with Fiction Writer, Donald James Parker

Creative people energize me, but when I meet actively creative Christians like Donald Parker, who spend much of their time creating stories, I’m inspired.  Why, because they stand as constant reminders that God created us in His image — with the ability to create.

Jesus, himself, embodied creativity.  He chose the power of story to communicate His message.  Why should it surprise us when His people have a latent desire to package biblical principles with stories?

Although I’m just getting to know Donald Parker, his dedication to use his gift for storytelling can inspire us all, especially by reminding us that it’s never too late to serve God and others with the gifts and passion placed in our heart.  Read more