writing

Congratulations and Kate’s Favorite Pics

by KateLloyd | Aug 18, 2020 | photography, Stage Fright, writing

Please help me congratulate Meredith Briski, winner of the Royal Albert “Old Country Roses” three-piece tea set plus, a signed copy of Stage Fright. Thank you to all who entered. Kate’s Favorite Pics I have been fortunate enough to travel through England many times. ...

Location, Location, Location

by KateLloyd | Sep 4, 2018 | amish, giveaway, writing

“The nursery was magnificent, but nothing prepared me for the charm and eloquence of the café, which stood behind the last greenhouse.” from Starting From Scratch I never grow weary of visiting Lancaster County, PA. Or of writing about it. Or studying...

Are You a Risk Taker?

by KateLloyd | Sep 5, 2017 | giveaway, motivation, writing

What’s your idea of taking a risk? Bungee jumping or helicopter skiing off the highest peak? Scuba-diving in shark infested waters the way my husband does? I’ve got to wonder why people attempt such daredevil activities. Seeking a thrill and an adrenaline...

Keep in Touch!

by KateLloyd | Feb 7, 2017 | giveaway, Holidays, writing

This month’s blog post is short as I’m currently in the process of writing my newest and yet to be completed manuscript. Creating plot twists and inventing new characters is fabulous fun, but it also demands all my attention and energy. Harvest House Publishers...

A Q&A with Vannetta Chapman (Plus a Giveaway)

by KateLloyd | Jul 31, 2013 | amish, books, giveaway, guest post, writing

I appreciate Kate allowing me to guest post on her blog. What fun! It’s sort of like house-sitting. Since I’m new to some of you folks, I thought I’d answer a few questions about my latest release, A Wedding for Julia (Harvest House, July 2013).What...

My Favorite Character (Plus a Challenge and a Giveaway)

by KateLloyd | Jul 15, 2013 | amish, books, giveaway, photos, writing

Someone asked me recently which of my fictional characters is my favorite. I stumbled for an answer because I grow very attached to my characters and appreciate all of them—even the gnarly ones, or the haughty and conceited. I’ve joked they are like good...