Writing Roseanna

Word of the Week

Thoughtful Thursdays

History's Story

Books, Books, Books!

Cancer Journey
Word of the Week
Since 2011, readers have been enjoying my “Word of the Week” posts, which look not just at the definition of a word, but at its history and etymology. These quick little peeks into words we use every day (or…don’t), are a fun way to learn something new in just a minute or two! Word Nerds, unite!
Word of the Week – Palm
In honor of Palm Sunday, let’s look at the history of “palm”
Word of the Week – Peruse
Did you know that “peruse” is its own opposite?
Word of the Week – -spire Words
Let’s take a look at the words that have -spire (breath) in them

Thoughtful Thursdays
Though a novelist by trade, one of the trademarks of my books is the spiritual depth and exploration I includes as my characters work through what it really means to walk out their faith. Faith, in fact, is one of the things I like to ponder most. In these once-a-week articles, I gets thoughtful at the crossroads of faith, family, and fiction.
Why Did He Die?
He came not to call the righteous but sinners…but who does that leave out?
Let’s Check Our “But”s
If our first response to “love them” is “but…” then we have some work to do.
The Circles of Faith
Which circle of faith are you in?

History’s Story
Nearly all of my books are historicals, which means I do A LOT of research. Check out History’s Story for this novelist’s take on some of the historical tidbits I’ve learned through my research, especially on topics that end up in my novels.
What the Wise Men Can Teach Us about Taking Risks
A guest post from Lana Christian on the history of the wise men
Holiday History – Jingle Bells
Do you know the history of the song “Jingle Bells”?
Sing We Now of Christmas
Did you know WHY we sing so many catchy songs at Christmas? The answer goes back centuries!

Books, Books, Books!
It goes without saying that with a novelist, it always comes down to BOOKS. These posts are your go-to for book news, cover reveals, book releases, Scavenger Hunts, giveaways, and bookish merch!
Cover Reveal of The Collector of Burned Books
Get the first peek at the cover for my Nutcracker-inspired Christmas story, Christmas at Sugar Plum Manor!
Announcing The Island Bookshop!
When we let Jesus take full possession of our heart, He does amazing things.
Awakened Cover Vote
Help me choose the cover for Awakened (and hence the style for the whole series)

Cancer Journey
In April of 2024, I was diagnosed with breast cancer. As I underwent chemo, a bilateral mastectomy, radiation, and protein-blocker injections, I kept writing…books, but also blogs that shared my journey. Some are factual. Most are reflections of how God held me through it. So often I heard “thank you being vulnerable” and “you’re an inspiration.” My only goal was to share so that others can borrow the strength and faith I had to borrow from those who came before me. So if that’s you, if you need that hand held out right now, whatever you’re facing…here are my reflections.
The Me I See
Reflections on self-image after mastectomy
Post-Op Update
An update on how I’m doing about a week after my surgery.
Inspiring
When we let Jesus take full possession of our heart, He does amazing things.