That’s correct. We’re 3 weeks away from the RITA awards, and this week I wanted to spotlight Carla Capshaw and Judy Duarte.
The Gladiator by Carla Capshaw is a Steeple Hill Love Inspired Historical release. (Am I the only one who pictures Russell Crow at the word gladiator?) Carla’s book is actually a DOUBLE finalist – and how cool is that! She’s up for Best First Book and Best Inspirational.
Carla began writing at the same time I did – 2000. She’s also a double Golden Heart winner. If you haven’t read any of her books, you can check them all out on her webpage.
Judy Duarte is up for an award for Entertaining Angels. This is not the first
book in a series, so you’ll have fun catching up and reading previous works by Judy if you’re new to her novels–then get a copy of Entertaining Angels.
One fascinating thing about Judy is that she’s published books with some big name ladies–Debbie Macomber, Fern Michaels, and JoAnn Ross. Judy has a lot of books out, so check her website to see what’s available.
On Saturday I’ll continue with part 4 of 5 in my Shipshewana posts, and next Wednesday we’ll have another RITA spotlight. Thanks for stopping by today!
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Tagged: Christian fiction, inspirational author, RITA, RWA national convention, Writing Conferences
Vannetta Chapman 
This is fascinating information for a novice Amish writer. The fact that clothing styles vary from district to district is helpful. My stories are set in Southern Kansas, where there’s a strong Mennonite influence as well. Living in Texas myself, I understand what you mean about clothes. Although it’s not just cowboys here, we have such a multicultural melting pot, you never know what you’ll see.
Well, Miss Kelly. FIRST, congratulations on your new contract. I can’t wait to read your Amish books. Secondly, you’re right – even in Texas the styles vary, so why should we be surprised the Amish styles vary? : ) Excellent point! Thanks for stopping by, sweetie.