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Blog Tour Stop – Bob Hostetler

[author title=”Bob Hostetler” image=”http://www.almostanauthor.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/Screen-Shot-2015-07-18-at-12.48.28-PM.png”]Bob Hostetler is an award-winning writer, editor, blogger, and speaker from southwestern Ohio. His books, which include the award-winning Don’t Check Your Brains at the Door (co-authored with Josh McDowell) and the novel, The Bone Box, have sold millions of copies. He has won two Gold Medallion Awards, four Ohio Associated Press awards, and an Amy Foundation Award. He is the founding pastor of Cobblestone Community Church in Oxford, Ohio. He and his wife Robin have two grown children, Aubrey and Aaron, who have given them five beautiful grandchildren. [/author]

What is the title of your latest book?

THE RED LETTER PRAYER LIFE (17 Words from Jesus to Inspire Practical, Purposeful, Powerful Prayer)

Tell us more about your book:

If anyone exemplifies the blessed life, it is Jesus. Though he never owned a home or car, and never held season tickets for his favorite baseball team (the Cincinnati Reds, in case you were wondering), he lived a singular life. A rich life. A healing life. A life filled with laughter and song. A life that exuded beauty and blessing.

But how did Jesus live such a life? How did he get those riches? He accessed those blessings in the same way we can–through prayer. And he told us how, in great but simple detail. In fact, his secret can be tapped in just seventeen words, words like “Our” and “Give” and “Your,” words that will take you on an unforgettable journey to a more fulfilling prayer life than you ever hoped for or imagined.

Why do you write what you do?

I write what I do for many reasons. First, I suppose, but not most importantly, I can’t NOT write. I was raised in a family of readers and writers, so it is a way of life with me. Or a compulsion.

Secondly, I write to fulfill my mission “To love God and make His love known.” It is a privilege to partner with Him in that great task.

Thirdly, I guess I can best express it in a short anecdote. More than twenty years ago, I received the gift of two full days of coaching from a literary agent and friend and coworker, who urged me to focus my writing on a single compelling message. Eventually, however, after we were both thoroughly frustrated, I had to admit, “I love God, I love the Bible, and I love words and writing. And I’ll write practically anything that expresses those loves.” So I’ve been a “generalist” ever since, and have been quite happy at it.

What are you currently working on?

I am currently–and constantly–working on several projects simultaneously. As a working writer, I almost always have something in galleys (to review), something in manuscript (to write), and something in development (to pitch). And, I journal and blog on a daily basis.

Right now, I’m reviewing and revising a coauthored nonfiction book project, while also writing and pitching a devotional book I’m very excited about.

How does your work differ from other work in its genre?

I’ve been told by others that my work is a unique blend of humor, insight, and inspiration. I like to think they’re right. My most recent books, especially (such as Life Stinks…And Then You Die, The Red Letter Life, The Red Letter Prayer Life), reflect my strange (but delightful, I can hope) personality and loves for God, His Word, and the written word.

How does your writing process work?

My writing process is fairly simple and straightforward. I am usually at my desk by 9 every morning and work through until I’ve wrung every bit of life out of the muse by 5 or 6 in the afternoon, usually. I’ve learned, however, that my peak writing hours are 2-5 p.m., so I usually do office work (email, etc.) and edit or rewrite in the mornings, and writing fresh material in the afternoons.

You can find Bob Hosteler online at:

https://www.facebook.com/bob.hostetler.395
https://www.facebook.com/AuthorBobHostetler


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http://www.oneprayeraday.com

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Blog Tour Stop – Lori Hatcher

[author title=”Lori Hatcher” image=”http://www.almostanauthor.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/Lori-HatcherHeadshot.jpeg”]Lori Hatcher is an author, blogger, and women’s ministry speaker. She’s the editor of South Carolina’s Reach Out, Columbia magazine, and has authored two devotional books, Hungry for God … Starving for Time, Five-Minute Devotions for Busy Women and Joy in the Journey – Encouragement for Homeschooling Moms. A Toastmasters International Competent Communicator and Christian Communicators Graduate, she uses her speaking and writing ministry to help busy women connect with God in the craziness of life. You’ll find her pondering the marvelous and the mundane on her blog, Hungry for God. . . Starving for Time. [/author]

What is the title of your latest book?

Hungry for God . . . Starving for Time, Five-Minute Devotions for Busy Women

Tell us more about your book:

You want to connect with God, but in the craziness of life, you just can’t make it happen. Between the demands of work, relationships, church and civic activities, and everything else that crowds your days, you’re hungry for God, but starving for time. You want practical, biblical answers to situations you face every day, but you don’t have hours to pour over Scripture. You need a resource that answers the questions you’re afraid to ask out loud. Questions like:
• Is my situation hopeless?
• If God already knows what he’s going to do, why bother to pray?
• Why have you allowed this to happen to me?
• No one appreciates what I do. Why shouldn’t I quit?

Each devotion begins with a Facetime question and ends with a biblical answer wrapped in a modern-day parable. Like a spiritual power bar, Hungry for God … Starving for Time is packed with enough scriptural nutrition to get you through the day.
Wherever you are—in break rooms, carpool lines, or wherever you can snatch five minutes of quiet reflection—Hungry for God … Starving for Time, 5-Minute Devotions for Busy Women is for you.

 Why do you write what you do?

Today’s women are running too hard, spread too thin, and trying to be all things to all people. In the busyness of life, time with God gets squeezed out. I write five-minute devotions to help women connect with God in the craziness of everyday life. Like a spiritual power bar, I hope my devotions provide solid biblical nutrition to get a busy woman through to the next spiritual meal.

What are you currently working on?:

I’m working on my next devotional book, Feeding Your Soul in a Drive Thru World.

How does your work differ from other work in its genre?: My goal is to write like Jesus taught — by sharing everyday stories people can relate to, then connecting them with spiritual truths that can change a person’s life.

How does your work differ from other work in its genre?

There are shelves of books about living a generous life. However, When More is Not Enough is different because it is practical, and it lays out start-this-very-second ideas which encourage families to take small steps in order to create big change in their lives.

How does your writing process work?

I start my day by spending time in God’s Word and prayer. I ask God to give me insight and show me where he is at work in the world. As I move through my day, I watch and think, trying to filter what I see through Scripture. Sometimes I laugh at what God uses to teach me a spiritual truth — one time he used a discarded cup on the side of the road to teach me about servanthood. Another time he used an old I Love Lucy episode to remind me how hopeless and overwhelming life without Christ is. There’s no telling what He’s going to use to make his point. I just try to keep my eyes and ears open.

You can find Amy L. Sullivan online at:

www.LoriHatcher.com
Twitter: @LoriHatcher2
Pinterest (Hungry for God) https://www.pinterest.com/hungryforgodsta/
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/HungryForGod

Amazon Link: http://amzn.to/1x39tq8

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Blog Tour Stop – Amy L Sullivan

[author title=”Amy L Sullivan” image=”http://www.almostanauthor.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/AmyHeadshot.jpeg”] For the past two years, Amy L. Sullivan looked harder, loved stronger, and discovered more by fixing her gaze on something other than the person staring back at her in the mirror. Amy writes for oodles of print and online publications and loves speaking with groups of any size. Connect with her online at AmyLSullivan.com.[/author]

What is the title of your latest book?

When More Is Not Enough: How to Stop Giving Your Kids What They Want and Give Them What They Need.

Tell us more about your book:

Amy believes no one loves harder and more completely than children. She also believes selfies, cell phones, must-have tech gadgets, and the sparkly allure of possessions lull kids into an insatiable desire for more.

When More is Not Enough celebrates the idea of more: more prayers cried out, more time spent together, more use of our talents, more interest in strangers, more forgiveness of hurt, more of what Jesus taught us each day of His life. This book focuses on helping children grow generous hearts, tender spirits, and a deep compassion for others.

Filled with biblical reasoning, real-life anecdotes, practical resources, and start-this-very-second activities, When More is Not Enough is for families who are ready to move from seeing generosity as a series of tasks and instead, turn it into a way life.

Why do you write what you do?

I write what I do because I am mad crazy about God, people, and words.

What are you currently working on?:

My next project is a picture book series for tween girls entitled Gutsy Girls: Strong Christian Women Who Impacted the World. The first book in the series is scheduled to release in the fall of 2015.

How does your work differ from other work in its genre?

There are shelves of books about living a generous life. However, When More is Not Enough is different because it is practical, and it lays out start-this-very-second ideas which encourage families to take small steps in order to create big change in their lives.

How does your writing process work?

My writing process goes something like this:

Step 1: Get up when it is dark and write, write, write.
Step 2: After the second cup of coffee decide I hate most of what I have written and quit writing before 9:00 am.
Step 3: Ponder the idea of giving up writing forever.
Step 4: After my kids go to bed, give my draft a once over and realize I could give up writing as easily as I could give up breathing.
Step 4: Set my alarm for the next day.
Step 5: Repeat.

You can find Amy L. Sullivan online at:

Twitter: https://twitter.com/AmyLSullivan1
Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/amylsullivan/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/amylsullivan1/
Google +: https://plus.google.com/u/0/101973049755582600896/posts
FB: https://www.facebook.com/AmyLSullivanwrites?ref=hl

 You can buy Amy’s book at:

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Blog Tour Stop – Katy Kauffman

[author title=”Katy Kauffman” image=”http://www.almostanauthor.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/Headshot_Katy-Kauffman.jpg”]Katy Kauffman is a co-founder of Lighthouse Bible Studies, a ministry which seeks to connect people to God through His Word. Her heart’s desire is for people to know and love God, understand the richness of His Word, and fulfill His plan for their lives. She graduated from Luther Rice Seminary with a Bachelor of Arts in Religion, and she makes her home near Atlanta, Georgia.[/author]

What is the title of your latest book?

Faith, Courage, and Victory: The Stories, Struggles, and Triumphs of 24 Characters of the Bible

Tell us more about your book:

Scripture is filled with the stories of real people who became overcomers. They faced struggles, trials, and temptations. They battled fear, doubt, and formidable enemies. But their faith in God gave them the courage to do His will. Their stories give us timeless truths that help us to face our own spiritual battles and win.

Do you need to overcome personal doubts? See how God answered each of Moses’ doubts and questions, and helped him to stand before Pharaoh and to lead Israel out of captivity. Are you harassed by spiritual enemies? Implement Nehemiah’s strategies for victory, which enabled him to continue God’s work in spite of distractions. Is fear keeping you from doing what God has called you to do? Let Esther’s selfless courage and Deborah’s confident courage inspire you to do God’s will.

This Bible study capsulizes the stories of twenty-four characters of the Bible, from Abraham, the father of faith, to Paul, the great contender of the faith. Forty devotions include practical principles, moving stories, thought-provoking questions, and prayers to personalize the truths of Scripture. A leader guide is provided for using this book as a nine-week group study.

Why do you write what you do?

I care about people’s spiritual battles, and the Word of God has helped me to handle my own struggles. If I can share anything I’ve learned from God’s Word and life experiences, I want to. My desire is that believers remember that God is with them in life’s battles and that He helps us to win. He has given us the resources we need to be overcomers and the principles to have strength, victory, and joy in this life.

What are you currently working on?

I have been blogging to promote my book, but I am also starting my third Bible study which will be on the book of Nehemiah. It will talk about how to build strength and joy into the people of God. It will follow the devotional format of my other books and have a leader guide to be used as a small group study.

How does your work differ from other work in its genre?

I wanted to write a Bible study that women can read even if they have busy schedules. So I have divided my books into devotions, and each devotion takes about 5-10 minutes to read and answer the questions. Each one is like a mini quiet time with Scripture, application, questions, and a prayer. So women can be in God’s Word on a deeper level even if their schedules are busy.

How does your writing process work?

It beings with taking time to study Scripture with good resources and a lot of prayer. Then I see what the theme of a book of the Bible is or what application can be seen from a particular Bible story. Everything in one of my books fits into the overarching theme, and every devotion shows a particular aspect of that theme. There’s a lot of editing, researching modern stories or illustrations related to what I’m writing about, and donut eating. Must eat donuts. They are good brain food. One thing I can’t do without is God’s guidance and wisdom. Another is the prayers from family and friends as I write.

You can find Katy Kauffman online at:

https://www.facebook.com/KatyKauffmanAuthor
https://twitter.com/KatyKauffman28
https://www.pinterest.com/katykauffman/
https://plus.google.com/+KatyKauffman28

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