If you’ve found yourself here from Rachelle Gardner’s blog—Welcome! I’m one of Rachelle’s many clients. She signed me on in 2009. And, to be quite honest, I’m her favorite. Sure, she’s never said those words out loud, but I can tell by the subtle way she begins our phone calls, "Hi Joanne. How are you doing today?" The special way she ends her … [Read more...]
Blessed Guest – Author, Kay Marshall Strom
I was first introduced to today's Blessed Guest through her written words. A signed copy of her book "Daughters of Hope" was given to me by a friend who had heard her speak. The true stories in that book unnerved me. The voices of persecuted Christian women from other parts of the world cried out from the pages. I couldn't wrap my head … [Read more...]
Blessed Guest – Editor, Suzanne Gosselin
My Blessed Guest today is Suzanne Gosselin. She's an editor with Clubhouse Jr. Magazine/Focus on the Family. I always enjoy what editors have to say. As a writer, it's easy to get caught up on the receiving end of the job. I can't imagine anything worse than having to reject a writer's work. I know first hand Suzanne Gosselin does say "YES" to … [Read more...]
Blessed Guest – Mary Snyder
My Blessed Guest today is a hoot. We met in Florida last year, while speaking at a bloggers retreat. Mary Snyder is both a Christian author and speaker. She's also a proud Alabama girl who showed me the ropes when it comes to looking like a skinny-minnie in a photo shoot. How could you not LOVE a woman like that?Mary is insanely … [Read more...]
Blessed Guest – Lisa Shaw
I had the pleasure of meeting today's Blessed Guest while in Florida last fall. Though I'd been a regular visitor on her blog for quite sometime. In October, I was given the chance to hug her in person. We were both speakers for a women's conference. I heard her coming before I ever saw her. She'd driven three hours, making her way to meet the rest … [Read more...]