“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: Castelon by Alyssa Roat
Hello, Friday Fiction Fans! I have just finished reading Castelon, Alyssa Roat's final book in the Wraithwood Trilogy series. And what an ending. The series follows the misadventures of a teenage girl, Brinnie, after discovering magic in her family. In the first two...
S3 Episode 7 The Steadfast Love of God
Welcome my friends to season 3 of the Determined to Dance podcast. My prayer is that you’ll be encouraged to persevere daily in our chaotic world. Today’s episode, The Steadfast Love of God, focuses on how unwavering His love is, especially when we can’t...
Good Friday Non-Fiction: He Still Moves Stones
Hello, Friday Fiction Friends! I hope you still call me a friend. I know I keep sneaking non-fiction into these posts and this is the very last time. I promise. But it is Good Friday of Easter week. And I've just returned from a writer's conference. Excuses aside, I...
S3 Episode 6 Dancing When It’s Not Easy
Welcome my friends to season 3 of the Determined to Dance podcast. My prayer is that you’ll be encouraged to persevere daily in our chaotic world. Today’s episode, Dancing When It’s Not Easy, is about dancing with God in spite of our circumstances. Show...
Friday Non-Fiction: For My Writer Friends
Hello, Friday Fiction Fans! Yes, I know the heading is non-fiction and I apologize. I don't often deviate from fiction but this week is special. I'm at the Blue Lake Christian Writer's Conference taking classes, meeting friends, and enjoying the company of other...
S3 Episode 5 Following God’s Lead
Welcome my friends to season 3 of the Determined to Dance podcast. My prayer is that you’ll be encouraged to persevere daily in our chaotic world. Today’s episode, Following God’s Lead, teaches us the importance of submitting to His will. Show Notes:...
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