Reading Nook
As a writer, it's important for me to read - especially in the area in which I am writing, which up to 2018 was upper middle-grade. After writing my second non-fiction book in 2020, my focus and direction has changed for my next book, to adult Christian speculative fiction or supernatural realism. So my reading lists are changing and I am concentrating on that genre, which happens to be one of my favorites, so it works out well. However, I always have a non-fiction book on my shelf also, usually one that will build my faith, but occasionally something historical. And my Bible always comes first.
I've been known to frequent book stores and my local library, so some of the titles listed below may be out of print. You may have to dig to find them, or ask a librarian. I want to get kids, and adults, to know the joy of holding a real book, which often means going back a few years to the classics, or what some may think is old-fashioned. I want everyone to discover this truth: Good books are timeless.
This list updates regularly, so check back often to see what I'm reading!
I thought my focus and direction had changed for my next book, but Holy Spirit (Gahlay Rahzeen, Revealer of Mysteries) had Trinity Tales of Tresia: Book IV in mind instead of my moving to adult fiction. I’m excited to enter the Realms of Tresia again! So my reading list still contains a few other genres like Christian romance and mystery, but mostly my favorite genres, Christian speculative fiction or supernatural realism.
My reading goal for 2024 was 40 books. I read 47! However, I’m keeping my 2025 goal at 40, because I will be concentrating other writing assignments as well. I will not only be reading books, but writing the fourth book in my Tresia series, as well as leading my Warriors Writing group. Mentoring these beginning writers is a labor of love. My mentors have meant so much to me over the years and it is an honor to pass along some of what I’ve learned to my Warriors!
Another part of my God-given writing assignment since my last book, Kingdom Corner Connection was published in 2020, is to buy, read, review, and encourage other authors. I have loved the experience! Several of titles you see here will be books written by my writer/author friends. Those will be marked with an *.
2024 Most Read Authors - tie
I highly recommend fiction written by two of my favorite authors. The nine books each that I read to create the tie were mostly second or even third readings, so yes, I enjoy their books!
Terry Brooks
James L. Rubart
Favorite 2024 Non-Fiction
Imagine Big by Terri Savelle Foy
Letter to the American Church by Eric Metaxes
I've been known to frequent book stores and my local library, so some of the titles listed below may be out of print. You may have to dig to find them, or ask a librarian. I want to get kids, and adults, to know the joy of holding a real book, which often means going back a few years to the classics, or what some may think is old-fashioned. I want everyone to discover this truth: Good books are timeless.
This list updates regularly, so check back often to see what I'm reading!
I thought my focus and direction had changed for my next book, but Holy Spirit (Gahlay Rahzeen, Revealer of Mysteries) had Trinity Tales of Tresia: Book IV in mind instead of my moving to adult fiction. I’m excited to enter the Realms of Tresia again! So my reading list still contains a few other genres like Christian romance and mystery, but mostly my favorite genres, Christian speculative fiction or supernatural realism.
My reading goal for 2024 was 40 books. I read 47! However, I’m keeping my 2025 goal at 40, because I will be concentrating other writing assignments as well. I will not only be reading books, but writing the fourth book in my Tresia series, as well as leading my Warriors Writing group. Mentoring these beginning writers is a labor of love. My mentors have meant so much to me over the years and it is an honor to pass along some of what I’ve learned to my Warriors!
Another part of my God-given writing assignment since my last book, Kingdom Corner Connection was published in 2020, is to buy, read, review, and encourage other authors. I have loved the experience! Several of titles you see here will be books written by my writer/author friends. Those will be marked with an *.
2024 Most Read Authors - tie
I highly recommend fiction written by two of my favorite authors. The nine books each that I read to create the tie were mostly second or even third readings, so yes, I enjoy their books!
Terry Brooks
James L. Rubart
Favorite 2024 Non-Fiction
Imagine Big by Terri Savelle Foy
Letter to the American Church by Eric Metaxes
Reading List
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Kingdom Corner
Devotions
Every day I spend time in my "Kingdom Corner" (read my series, Trinity Tales of Tresia to find out what that is.) Prayer and Bible study are first on the list, but I read devotionals too. 2025 Devotionals A Year With Aslan - Quotes from Narnia by C.S. Lewis The Fig Leaf Chronicles by Deb Gorman* Sharpened, Wielded, and Ready by F.D. Adkins* 100 Days of Favor by Joseph Prince 2025 Focus Scripture and Words Psalm 37:4-5 DELIGHT in the Lord and He will give you the desires of your heart. COMMIT your way to the Lord, TRUST also in Him, and He shall bring it to pass. |
Non-Fiction
The God Prescription by Avery M. Jackson III, MD, FACS, FAANS
Bonhoeffer by Eric Metaxes
Craft of Writing Books:
Writing Fiction for Dummies by Randy Ingermanson and Peter Economy
Writing the Novel by Lawrence Block
Other Non-fiction:
Fight the Good Fight by Jay Richards and James Robison
Don’t Worry, God, I Got This, Until I Didn’t by Catherine Ramshaw
Supernatural Provision by Jerry Savelle
The Three Heavens by John Hagee
Letter to the American Church by Eric Metaxas
She Reads Truth by Raechel Myers and Amanda Bible Williams
Graceful Influence by Lori Stanley Roeleveld
The Supernatural Power of a Transformed Mind by Bill Johnson
I Talk Back to the Devil by A.W. Tozer
Genesis by Dennis Prager
Mended in a Broken World by Brad Bartlett
Bonhoeffer by Eric Metaxes
Craft of Writing Books:
Writing Fiction for Dummies by Randy Ingermanson and Peter Economy
Writing the Novel by Lawrence Block
Other Non-fiction:
Fight the Good Fight by Jay Richards and James Robison
Don’t Worry, God, I Got This, Until I Didn’t by Catherine Ramshaw
Supernatural Provision by Jerry Savelle
The Three Heavens by John Hagee
Letter to the American Church by Eric Metaxas
She Reads Truth by Raechel Myers and Amanda Bible Williams
Graceful Influence by Lori Stanley Roeleveld
The Supernatural Power of a Transformed Mind by Bill Johnson
I Talk Back to the Devil by A.W. Tozer
Genesis by Dennis Prager
Mended in a Broken World by Brad Bartlett
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Adult FictionDark Legacy of Shannara series by Terry Brooks
Blood of Kings series by Jill Williamson A Slice of Sky by Nancy Moser The Prayer Box by Lisa Wingate |
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Upper Middle Grade and YAThe NorCal Girls series by J.D.Rempel*
(#1 Melanie on the Move and #2 Melanie at Camp Redwoods) Keys to History series by Kathy Rae* Picture Book FavoritesPink Bows and Yellow Ribbons by Rosie J Williams
The Little Jeep Who Couldn’t Beep by Rosie Williams Marigold and the Snoring King by J.D. Rempel Raggedy Ann and Andy books Clifford, the Big Red Dog books Any book with Library, Librarian, or Books in the title The Cowee Sam series by Claire Suminski and Annie Suminski - There are several titles so far in this series. I met Claire at a Book Festival at the library. The Suminski's and Sam live in the same Cowee Valley we now call home. Great stories for young kids with activities and extras. Perfect for homeschooling. |
