“I travel the way of truth, even if I’m the only one. I travel the path of light, even if I’m the only one. I travel the path of hope, even if I’m the only one. One giving truth and hope and light to those who think there is no truth and hope and light left to hang onto.”
-James L. Rubart
Southern Fiction Author
Jennifer Hallmark
Jennifer Hallmark writes Southern fiction with a twist. Her website and newsletter focus on her books, love of the South, and favorite fiction. She creates stories with unforgettable characters—her stories are a little eerie and otherworldly but with a positive turn.
Jessie’s Hope, her first novel, was a Selah Award nominee for First Novel. Her latest novel, Smoking Flax, will be released on January 16th, 2024.
When she isn’t babysitting, gardening, or exploring the beautiful state of Alabama, you can find her at her desk penning fiction or studying the craft of writing. She also loves reading and streaming fantasy, supernatural stories, and detective fiction from the Golden Age or her favorite subject—time travel.
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Friday Fiction:
Books From Off the Beaten Track
Friday Fiction: The Fledgling
Hello, Friday Fiction Fans! Today's review is an interesting take by Arthur. Please enjoy... Someone, I suppose, is needed to write reviews that do little other than repeat the book blurb. Although, I tend to find the book blurbs sufficient for that purpose. But I...
Friday Fiction: Cell by Stephen King
How many of you are reading this article on your phone or have your phone nearby? I know I cannot go a day without my cell. As many times as I have dreamed of going tech-free, I am afraid I might miss an important call from a family member. First published in 2006,...
Friday Fiction: Medium Well Done by Eddie Jones
Hello, friends of Friday fiction! Here's another book by Eddie Jones, the last one from The Caden Chronicles. I haven't read them in order but that's not a problem because he gives you enough details to jump right in. The book is well-written and would be enjoyed by...
Friday Fiction: Denny and Penny by Silas Wood
Denny and Penny, by Silas Wood, is a rhyming picture book about two foxes, which starts by differentiating between them. "Penny is a delicate fox who enjoys going on long walks." Penny has large innocent eyes, and in one picture, she closes her eyes and flashes her...
Book Feature: A Shadow on the Snow
Hi! Throughout the year, I enjoy sharing book features from some of my author friends. Here's a mystery I found entertaining by JPC Allen... A Shadow on the Snow "Nineteen-year-old Rae Riley can barely believe her gamble paid off. After spending seven months...
Friday Fiction: Author Intrusion?
Hello, Friday Fiction Fans! Are you ready to check out another fiction read that I or my colleagues have found fascinating, interesting, or inspiring? Then I’m so glad you stopped in. One of our contributors is on a cruise at the moment, so I'm filling in today. I...
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