Tag Archives: Heaven Shining Through

Reading and Writing and Watching on the Edge

Posted on February 27, 2020 by wisdomfromafather

As I do every morning, I checked out Ron Hutchcraft’s A Word with You. Today’s topic was “Drinking Dirt”. In short, the story included an anecdote about his then five year old grandson turning off a show he enjoyed because … Continue reading →

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Covers

Posted on September 10, 2019 by wisdomfromafather

One of my followers asked a simple question. How do you create covers and how important are they. Well, in my opinion, covers are just as important as the body of work. In a way, it may even be more … Continue reading →

Posted in Readin', Ritin' & Rithmetic | Tagged covers, design, DPchallenge, Heaven Shining Through, Higher Ground Books & Media, life, love, My Name Is Sam, observations, reading, wisdom from a father, Writing | Leave a comment

Busy Tonight?

Posted on July 2, 2019 by wisdomfromafather

It was a Heaven Shining Through morning — the sun partially hidden behind clouds but still bright enough to illuminate the sky. It seemed appropriate for today as I formally launch my new book, My Name Is Sam … and … Continue reading →

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My Name Is Sam … Cover Reveal

Posted on June 11, 2019 by wisdomfromafather

Today’s the day! Ready to take a peek at this summer’s reading sensation {hopefully}? Announcing my new release and a cover reveal of My Name Is Sam … and Heaven Is Still Shining Through as it is now available for … Continue reading →

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My Name Is Sam … and Heaven Is Still Shining Through

Posted on June 4, 2019 by wisdomfromafather

I am so excited! My latest book – My Name Is Sam … and Heaven Is Still Shining Through – has been uploaded and is due to be released on or about July 1. The fictional memoir is an extension … Continue reading →

Posted in Readin', Ritin' & Rithmetic | Tagged attitude, blessings, communication, conversation, DPchallenge, encouragement, Faith, family, Friends, God, grace, growing up, Heaven Shining Through, joy, letter, life, love, Maine, My Name Is Sam, Prayer, progress, publishing, read, relationships, stories, support, travel, Writing | 4 Comments

Preaching, Teaching and Reaching

Posted on May 30, 2019 by wisdomfromafather

Nothing is set in stone as yet, but it appears I may be making regular pulpit appearances around northern Maine in the coming months. I had a very good conversation with the district superintendent Wednesday expressing my willingness to serve … Continue reading →

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Dollars and Cents

Posted on April 30, 2019 by wisdomfromafather

First light this morning was at 5:02. Ironically, it was also the time I opened my peepers for the day. That coincidence was actually apropos for the day. First light of new book is here. Tomorrow it goes out for … Continue reading →

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Why Do I Write?

Posted on April 2, 2019 by wisdomfromafather

I was asked recently a loaded question — why do I write? It’s a good question, but it’s loaded because there are a lot of reasons why I write, many decided because of my particular station in life. If I’m … Continue reading →

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A Year of Heaven Shining Through

Posted on March 26, 2019 by wisdomfromafather

It’s hard to believe, but my novella, Heaven Shining Through, is a year old. It officially went to press a year ago today and formally released by Xulon Press through Amazon (amazon.com/dp/1545624569) March 28, 2018. That was the beginning of … Continue reading →

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More Exposure

Posted on March 5, 2019 by wisdomfromafather

I’m IN! The Author Academy Awards selection committee has approved the submission of both Heaven Shining Through and Wisdom From a Father and both books are listed on the Author Academy Awards site. Heaven Shining Through is listed in the Best General Fiction category. … Continue reading →

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