Welcome to Author Spotlight! Each week will feature a different author. We’ll get the scoop behind their writing life and dish a little. The authors will also be giving away a copy of their latest book. FUN.
The winner from the last Author Spotlight giveaway is APRUL PATTERSON! Please email info {at} suzannewoodsfisher {dot} com with your mailing address to claim your prize.
Welcome Stephanie Reed, author of The Bachelor, to Author Spotlight! Leave a comment below for the chance to win a copy of her book.
What is the smartest writing advice you ever got?
Proverbs 16:3 “Commit thy works unto the LORD, and thy thoughts shall be established.”
What was your biggest break?
When Kregel Publications picked up my unagented first novel, Across the Wide River. Still with them.
I’m inspired by…
Finding obscure historical moments and wondering, “What if?”
My great adventure has been…
Reading my first book by myself in second grade, Dancing Cloud by Mary and Conrad Buff.
If I could go anywhere, it would be…
Out west where skies are dark and stars are bright.
If you have only…an hour…
Hit-the-hammock-with-a-book time.
Describe yourself in one word?
Impartial.
If your house were on fire, what one thing would you save?
My family.
What drives you to succeed?
Time crunch, usually.
Best Surprise:
Shooting stars.
Best Saturday Afternoon Read:
Cozy mysteries.
Best Forgotten Custom:
May baskets of wildflowers hung on doorknobs on May 1.
Best Way to Break a Sweat:
Dust mopping, then Windex-ing my laminate flooring on hands and knees.
Best Style Icon:
Holly Hobbie.
Best Time-Waster:
Daydreaming.
Best Indulgence:
It’s always doughnuts.
Best Advice:
Follow Jesus.
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This book sounds like another Amish book I would love to read.
I hope you get the chance, Pat! Thanks for stopping by.
What an awesome testimony of your life…
<3 You warmed my heart, Virginia. Thank you for seeing what I was trying to say.
sounds like a great book to read I just reading Amish books so much
just like reading Amish books
You have a lot of company, Brenda! Good luck.
Donuts are my favorite too, along with a strong cup of coffee! Would love to win a copy of The Bachelor!
I dunk mine in milk, Gail! And then I follow with a cup of tea. Other than that, we’re like sisters! Good luck!
I’m not familiar with your books Stephanie, but I love Amish books and would love to read some of yours.
I’d love to have you take a chance on me, Linda! Reader Alert: covert 70s reference here. 🙂
would love to win
Winning is good, Angela!
The smartest writing advice you ever got is awesome!
~ Blessings!
Bless YOU, Emily! And thanks for the affirmation. 🙂 Let everyone say, “Amen!”
I read The Bargain and thoroughly enjoyed. I would love to read another one of your books.
That is music to my ears, Patty! You’re very sweet and I hope you get the chance to read The Bachelor. 🙂
I have read a lot of your books and loved them all. I would love to win The Bachelor. I am reading only Amish books right now they are interesting and relaxing.
Why, thank you, Sharon! 🙂 Put your feet up and read The Bachelor!
I remember the fun of delivering May Baskets! When my older children were growing up, I continued the tradition with them..but somewhere between child number 1 and number 8; it was lost. We may just have to revive it again!
This book looks really good! I can’t wait to read it!
I hope you get the chance, Jill! And thanks.
Wow, this sounds terrific !!!! I would love to read it. I didn’t know this was a sequel, so I plan on getting this series, I love them.. thank you for the chance to win The Bachelor !!! have a wonderful day !!! Rosemary
Yay, Rosemary! Thanks so much, and just FYI, this is the middle book of three! The final title is The Bride. I wonder who she could be? 🙂
I like your # 17 Follow Jesus.
Looks like a great book to read.
#17 says it all, Kristina! Thank you.
A must read for sure….as a mom of many….and a couple of them batchelors….. I love the title of this book!
I bet you are an amazing mom, Nat! You’ve had a lot of practice, huh? Bachelors are important, too!
My favorites of your answers were doughnuts and following Jesus. I loved reading the interview! Thanks for sharing.
Love reading Amish stories, this sounds very good. I like it that your read cozy mystery’s, my daughter loves them, especially Laura Childs.
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I’d love to write cozies, too, Wendy. Will I? It’s a mystery. 😉 See what I did there?
That’s hilarious for what drives you to succeed. I hear you!
Have a stack of books aready to read but alway could use one more thanks for a chance.
Promise me you’ll put The Bachelor on top of the stack if you win, Kim!
Thanks for letting me learn some interesting things about you.
My pleasure, Brenda! It’s so nice of Suzanne to share her readers with me. You are all so nice!
It’s nice to learn things about a person—-Thanks for the contest
I enjoy learning new things, too, Betty. You’re very welcome and I hope you get the chance to read The Bachelor!
I have read some of your books,thanks for letting us know a little about you.hope i can win.
Thanks so much for reading, Barbara! All you need to do to be a winner is change one letter in your last name. 😉
Hi Stephanie, I also love shooting stars, cozy mysteries and doughnuts. Most of all, I share your love for Jesus. I truly enjoyed your interview and I appreciate this giveaway!
Connie, let’s buy some doughnuts, get a flashlight and some books, and a couple of lawn chairs. Then we can sit outside and wait for shooting stars while we read. I think we would make Jesus smile to see us waiting expectantly.
I love your answer to “Best Advice”,and any time you want to break a sweat,my floors needs a good scrubbing.I am looking forward to reading your book.
Thank you, Jackie! If you have laminate floors, I bet you understand. I hope you get the chance to read The Bachelor!
Loved learning about you, you are new to me. I also was reading your responses to some of the comments. Love your sense of humor, i.e. take a chance on me. 🙂
Thanks, Rita! Heehee, Take a Chance on Me was one of my favorite songs by ABBA when I was twenty.
This sounds great. I love books based on the Amish. Love your answers and could totally relate to most of them. Thanks for the chance to win this amazing book. Good luck everyone.
I like your attitude about the contest, Terri! You must have a lot of friends. Good luck to you!
Would love to read this book!!
Thank you, Johnda, and I love your name!
Stephanie, I loved your answers in this author spotlight! Looking forward to reading your newest book!
Thanks so much, Debbie! I had fun answering 17 questions with just 104 words.
I love reading Amish fiction, and would love to win this book. Thanks for the chance! 🙂
You’re very welcome, Terry! I hope you get to read The Bachelor.
Hi, Stephanie. Would love a chance to win and read your book. I haven’t read your books yet but I have them on my wish list. Thank you for the chance to win a copy of The Bachelor.
Thank you, Karen! I’m honored to be on your wish list, because I know how much I want the books on my list. Good luck!
Love reading Amish fiction books. Thanks for the chance to win one of your books.
You’re very welcome, Donna! Suzanne is so kind to share.
Fun getting to know you Stephanie and I loved your Best of’s! Would love to win The Bachelor…neat cover, too! Thanks for the opportunity to win…Linda
I’m so glad you like the cover, Linda! And thanks for reading my answers. I hope you get the chance to read The Bachelor.
Hi Stephanie,
What great words of advice in Proverbs 16:3. I love to read and Amish fiction is my favorite genre. I am always looking for authors of Amish fiction that I have never read before. I would be so thrilled to win The Bachelor.
Love the interview. Looking forward to reading this book.
Would love to read this book! Enjoyed the interview. You made want some doughnut holes lol!
Sorry, Teresa! I’m not even going to type the word. 🙂
That cover makes me want to read it!
So many books!! I need early retirement!
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Love Amish books and would love it, I just know! And I love cozy mysteries, too!
i love your “best advice” comment. Thank you for sharing with us.
I love reading every Amish book I can get my hands on .I love to read about their simple way of life ,without all of the fancy things you can get now days . Thank you for the chance to win this wonderful book .
I would love to win and read this book.. I also LOVE your advice about FOLLOWING JESUS… Loved that….
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Sounds like another good book that I would like to read. I love reading Amish stories. Thanks for the opportunity to register for your giveaway.
Hello Stephanie …. I don’t think I have ever read anything by you but The Bachelor sounds like a delightful book, one that I would sure enjoy reading! I enjoyed your short and simple answers in your interview and I especially liked the answer of “what is the smartest writing advice you ever got” to which you answered “Proverbs 16:3 ….”Commit thy works unto the LORD, and thy thoughts shall be established.” Sounds like you have taken that advice seriously and have done an excellent job of writing for the Glory of Jesus with all the Faith you have in you. Thank you for the opportunity to enter the giveaway with the hopes of winning your book, but if I am not that fortunate, then this book will definitely go on my “to buy” list!! May God continue His Blessings upon you and wishing you much success with this book. Love, light and Blessings..
Bless you, Ruth! You have eyes that see and ears that hear. I’m humbled.
This book looks great!! If I don’t win it I will for sure be buying it. Thank you for the wonderful opportunity to learn more about you and to be able to win a book! Have a great day! God Bless you!
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So excited to find another author of Amish fiction. Can’t wait to read this one!
I haven;t had the chance to read any of your books yet but it is on my to do list. One reason to love winter time, time to catch up on my reading! Your style icon, was my first doll. I loved Holly, I remember going to my parents friends house and on the way falling asleep and waking up to her sitting next to me. It was the best birthday ever!
So sweet, Tina! I was worried that no one would recall Holly, but you made her come to life again.
Love getting to know “New to me” authors. This book sounds right up my alley. Hope I get the chance to read it!
Would love to win this new book.
Sounds like a good read
oh, goodie! I enjoy your books so much!
i love reading Amish books. Thanks for the chance to win another one.
i would luv to read this book.
Thank for the opportunity to win the book, it sounds amazing! Who doesn’t love donuts… Especially fresh and warm ones.. 😉
Would love to win one of your books. The Bachelor sounds intriguing. You would be a new author in my collection. I love books, love reading, and fortunately I am 75, finally retired, and have a lot of time. Thank youi for this opportunity. May the Lord bless your ministry in writing continually.
Your best advice definitely is the best. Oh, that my children and grandchildren will know that deep within…
Thanks for sharing.
Anne
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I would love to be the winner!
I would love to win..
have never read any of your books but want to
I would love to read this book….hope I win!
Doughnuts are my weakness….along with Amish stories. I indulge in both of them too frequently!!
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I look forward to reading this even if I don’t win!
Always ready to read a new Amish book . . . and winning would be awesome!
Hi Stephanie! I look forward to reading your books!
Sounds like a good book to me. I haven’t read any of her books yet, but I certainly am going to look into them and start reading her too. Have a great day! 🙂
Enjoyed learning more about you. Love to read about the Amish. Thanks for a chance at winning.
looks like a great book. She will be another new Amish writer for me
Sounds interesting! I am always looking for new author Amish fiction series to read! Thanks for the opportunity!
Would love to try your book. A new author for me.
I’ve read many books, but this would be a new author for me, as well. Would love to read your book!
i love reading all amish books,havent read any that ive been dissapoited with. please keep up the good work !!
I love any Amish book! I would love to read this one as well!
New author to me. Enjoyed reading the post. I would love to win a copy of your book. Sounds really good. Thanks.
It is great to read about new authors and new books. Tks Vanetta
I love reading your books. Thanks for the chance to win a new book by an author I haven’t read before.
I love reading about the Amish and would be thrilled to get to read your new book.
That’s not only best writing advice, it is best life advice. I miss the custom of May baskets also. That was a fun thing to do.
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It was great to “meet” Stephanie in this interview. I’m excited to read her books!
Sounds like a great book. I love reading Amish fiction books.
You are a new author to me but Facebook is how I find new authors. This book looks so interesting and I am going to look for your books. Of course, to win would be wonderful!
Your “best advice” is very good advice indeed.
🙂 And you are very well-spoken, Tammy!
I always like finding new authors to read, and this looks like a great book.
I enjoyed the interview. I would be thrilled to win a copy of The Bachelor. She is another new author to me.
Would love to read one of your books, Haven’t read any yet;)
Wish that you could sign into the comments on the top of the page takes forever to find the box sometimes. But worth it to read some other comments.
I would be so blessed to win a copy of your book!!! Good Luck and God Bless Everyone!!!
I haven’t read any of your books yet. I love Amish books and would a chance to read one of yours!
I love to read anything Amish. Thanks for having the contest!! Can’t wait to read your new book!!
I would so blessed to win this book!!! Good luck everyone!!!
Thank you for sharing your talent & love of writing with all of us. The cover of your new book looks very inviting.
🙂 Do I remember your name from Homeschoolblogger, Bobbe?
thankyou for the opportunity to win this new book. you can bet if i dont win will be watching for it at my library.
I would truly be blessed to win a copy of your book, The Bachelor, and please keep writing!!! I really love Amish books so much, they make me feel really good when I am re adding them, I don’t that with other books:so much!!! Have a wunderbaar day!!!
would love to win your book love to read amish books and u are a great writer keep up the great work,thank
Nice interview. I would love to win your book. Thank you for the opportunity.
Sounds a great book to read.
Thanks again for all the great comments and to Suzanne for hosting! I would love to reply to all individually as I did the other day, but a family member had surgery on 11/4 (with good results!) and now I am the sole caregiver. Rest assured that when I have a spare moment, I am reading what you have to say and smiling. Thanks for warming my heart. 🙂