Anna’s Healing
A few months ago I told you that I would be visiting the Amish community in Chouteau, Oklahoma. This is the scene for my upcoming book, Anna’s Healing. Today I thought I’d share some of those photos. One … Continue reading
Pebble Creek and the Amish
The Pebble Creek Series If you looked up Pebble Creek, Wisconsin on a map – you wouldn’t find it! That’s because I visited the area of Cashton, going through Amish homes and stopping at Amish businesses. I ate any … Continue reading
Amish Research
Researching in Chouteau, Oklahoma This week I head north, to Oklahoma where I’ll be doing two fun things. On Friday and Saturday, I’ll be attending Quilt Tulsa. If you haven’t been to a quilt show, and you live in the … Continue reading
Plain & Simple Miracles
Anna’s Healing — Plain & Simple Miracles I am so excited to be working on my new series, Plain & Simple Miracles. These will be Amish romances, much like the Pebble Creek series. If you’ve read those books, you know … Continue reading
February and the Amish
February is a busy time in Amish households. I suppose most months are. But in February, the Amish who farm are preparing their fields for planting, IF the snow has melted. This winter, that might be tricky. Dads also use … Continue reading
Those Other Characters
Amish Fiction and Those Other Characters When I read a book, I become caught up in the lives of the characters. It seems as if I AM the main character. I feel her feelings, think her thoughts and struggle against … Continue reading
Every good rule is eventually broken
Readers and writers of Amish fiction have discovered certain “rules” about the Amish–lifestyle choices that almost never vary from one Old Order district to the next, from one state to another. But the more I research this fascinating culture, the … Continue reading
Living Simply Tip
At every Amish gathering I’ve been to, there’s been a lot of visiting going on. For the Amish, simple living involves spending time with their family and friends. Try visiting with a friend of family member without the distraction of … Continue reading
“Hiding in Plain Sight” by Amy Wallace
Releasing on April 1st!! World weary and down to a threadbare faith, police officer Ashley Walters seeks refuge in Montezuma, Georgia, a quiet town with a thriving Mennonite community. Yet even in the peaceful surroundings, she can’t escape the haunting … Continue reading
Cinnamon Rolls…ohhhh yes!
Since “Free Recipe Friday” came and went so quickly for us here last week, we just realized we didn’t post our traditional Friday recipe! So we are here this morning to redeem ourselves. Church Cinnamon Rolls (from The Homestyle Amish … Continue reading
