tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5770706349649072122.post2702903706639670405..comments2023-10-17T01:04:45.646-07:00Comments on White Roses in Bloom: Does Inspirational Romance Equal Emotional Satisfaction?Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger11125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5770706349649072122.post-13839974766232506052009-02-22T21:54:00.000-08:002009-02-22T21:54:00.000-08:00Great post, Cindy. Diane, I'm sorry about that re...Great post, Cindy. <BR/>Diane, I'm sorry about that rejection. That is one reason some inspirationals don't sit well with me. They're too limited and don't take into account many real life situations involving good people and, as a result, are too limited in scope.<BR/><BR/>I do like the work of Lenora Worth, Debbie Giusti, and Cheryl Wolverton, having met them personally. <BR/><BR/>Cindy, I had loved your story, The Spirit of Christmas,' so I'll add your name to the list.<BR/><BR/>JulieJulie Robinsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10242380140265459688noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5770706349649072122.post-40383879619759593402009-02-17T19:19:00.000-08:002009-02-17T19:19:00.000-08:00Thanks, Teri.I remember reading their list but mus...Thanks, Teri.<BR/><BR/>I remember reading their list but must have missed a few things. LOLDiane Craverhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09543155150824715253noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5770706349649072122.post-46738738115342220852009-02-17T18:53:00.000-08:002009-02-17T18:53:00.000-08:00Good luck with your submission Diane. I'm waiting ...Good luck with your submission Diane. I'm waiting on mine, too. <BR/><BR/>If you haven't seen the LI taboo list, you should take a peek. I read it aloud at one of my critique group meetings and everyone's jaw hit the table.Teri Wilson, Romancing the pet lover's soulhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00972920414574425546noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5770706349649072122.post-73009953902563230482009-02-17T17:13:00.000-08:002009-02-17T17:13:00.000-08:00Teri,I loved what you said about TWRP not having a...Teri,<BR/>I loved what you said about TWRP not having all the taboo topics for inspirational romance. I sent a query letter to Steeple Hill about my inspirational romance. The heroine is divorced. SH sent me a form rejection letter.<BR/><BR/>I'm hoping to hear good news from TWRP. I hope you get a contract for your inspirational romance too.Diane Craverhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09543155150824715253noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5770706349649072122.post-21479918600157744692009-02-17T15:53:00.000-08:002009-02-17T15:53:00.000-08:00Oops. I forgot to list some of my fav inspy author...Oops. I forgot to list some of my fav inspy authors. I adore Judy Baer (esp. the books Nora's Ark and Sleeping Beauty), Janet Tronstad (love her Sisterhood of the Dropped Stitches series) and Tamara Leigh. <BR/><BR/>And I will read anything Kristen Billerbeck every writes, even if she scribbled her next book on the back of a cocktail napkin.<BR/><BR/>I have yet to read a White Rose book I did not enjoy. Some of my favs have been Table for One, Preacher Man and Almost Home. And I really enjoyed The Valentine Edition, which came as no surprise. I've always had a thing for veterinarians. :)<BR/><BR/>TeriTeri Wilson, Romancing the pet lover's soulhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00972920414574425546noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5770706349649072122.post-72679104726347007132009-02-17T15:43:00.000-08:002009-02-17T15:43:00.000-08:00Wow, great post Cindy. I have to agree with Kara. ...Wow, great post Cindy. I have to agree with Kara. I get way more emotional fulfillment out of reading inspy romances. And I think the amount of spiritual struggle or angst in the book really depends on the author and the line (if the book is part of a series). <BR/><BR/>Some inspirational lines are written according to the CBA standards and, as such, are very limited as to which subject matters they can tackle. I'm thinking specifically of lines like the Harlequin Love Inspired line (which I do enjoy very, very much) which will not allow divored heroes/heroines, no dancing, no controversial topics, etc.<BR/><BR/>My goal this year is to sign a contract with TWRP for a White Rose title. Since Christmas I have been going through and reading the entire White Rose backlist. The fact that the White Rose line is not limited with specific taboo topics really makes so many of these books especially compelling from an emotional and spiritual standpoint. I really enjoyed Preacher Man a lot. The heroine's concerns about dating a preacher were great. And she was a divorced heroine (as was the heroine of Almost Home) - these heroines deserve to find love and God's grace, too.<BR/><BR/>It's funny you are all talking about Table for One. I just read it last week and told my husband it was one of the best books I have read in a really, really long time. I savored every word.<BR/><BR/>I think the inspy titles are the most satisfying because they deal with faith and hope. And really, isn't Jesus the best romantic hero of them all?Teri Wilson, Romancing the pet lover's soulhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00972920414574425546noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5770706349649072122.post-65079887213362055472009-02-16T12:27:00.000-08:002009-02-16T12:27:00.000-08:00I've ready many inspy's that are emotional...I've ready many inspy's that are emotionally satisfying, both "regular" emotionally, and "spiritually." But, just like any genre, there's the good, the bad, and the ugly--what are you going to do? <BR/><BR/>When Hyacinths in Winter came out, I didn't even think about what reader reaction would be, but it tackles a controversial subject, and readers really liked that. <BR/><BR/>When Forever from Paris was releasing, I really wondered if readers would like it. Again, it tackles a difficult topic. But the reader response was overwhelmingly positive--even though the story made a lot of people cry.<BR/><BR/>When it all comes down to it, I think reading is just so subjective.<BR/><BR/>Table for One is definitely one that will make you laugh. I loved it from the very first paragraph.<BR/><BR/>And Kara Lynn's Nick & Noelle is a great one, too...and Limited Light...and...OK somebody stop me. :)Nicolahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03468833759875903958noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5770706349649072122.post-89452824440504757242009-02-16T11:19:00.000-08:002009-02-16T11:19:00.000-08:00Hi Kara! Yes,you know I too love the humorous stor...Hi Kara! Yes,you know I too love the humorous stories. They always end up touching us all the more. In the Inspy especially.<BR/><BR/>Thanks for stopping by Diane.Yes, RR has a terrific cover!<BR/><BR/>Hello Sharon. I know what you mean about your Inspy. It was after A Funny Thing...released (and the fan mail started)that I realized how much we touch and affect our readers--maybe even more than in other genre's.Cindy K. Greenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05744687227710149449noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5770706349649072122.post-5401332023804231602009-02-16T10:14:00.000-08:002009-02-16T10:14:00.000-08:00Hi Cindy. Great post and excerpt. Some of my favor...Hi Cindy. Great post and excerpt. Some of my favorite authors who have inspired me over the years are:<BR/>Danielle Steel, too many to list. Some are:<BR/>His Bright Light<BR/>The Ring<BR/>My Best Friend Martha<BR/><BR/>Barbar Freethy<BR/>Ask Moria<BR/>Daniel's Gift<BR/><BR/>Eileen Goudge<BR/>Carson Springs Trilogy<BR/><BR/>Many Fern Michaels about family pulling together in crisis<BR/><BR/>Touched by an Angel was my first attempt at inspirational. To my delight, I received fan mail stating my story gave hope for a brighter tomorrow and a second chance of romance through God's plan. There are times when I need words of wisdom and encouragement and find peace and tranquility through an inspi.<BR/>SharonSharon Donovanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14648684299903722373noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5770706349649072122.post-13237526690227639552009-02-16T08:28:00.000-08:002009-02-16T08:28:00.000-08:00I didn't realize that Diana Palmer wrote an inspir...I didn't realize that Diana Palmer wrote an inspirational romance. I love her books so thanks for the information. I'm glad you shared what Wild Rose Press books you enjoyed from the inspirational line. I want to read those, too. <BR/><BR/>I've enjoyed reading Lori Wick's books. I liked Shelley Gray Shepherd's inspirational stories about modern day Amish characters. <BR/><BR/>And I love your cover for your "Relationship Rescue" and I know it's a great emotional read. I haven't had a chance to read it but have enjoyed reading your other stories. <BR/><BR/>I definitely enjoy reading inspirational romances and they have a lot of struggle, mounting tension, and you feel great satisfaction at the end. Like any genre, there are some you can relate to more than others. <BR/><BR/>Great post, Cindy!Diane Craverhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09543155150824715253noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5770706349649072122.post-54342849615155838052009-02-16T08:17:00.000-08:002009-02-16T08:17:00.000-08:00That's funny because I think the inspy romances ar...That's funny because I think the inspy romances are often the books I get the most emotional satisfaction from. Of course there is a lot fluff out there, too. That's all right. I love fluff, too.<BR/><BR/>My favorite books are those that make me laugh but also make me think. For that I recommend authors Allie Pleiter, Janet Tronstad (esp. Going to the Chapel), Judy Baehr, and Susan May Warren. (S.M.W. also does romantic suspense)<BR/><BR/>Also in the laugh/think category from the Wild Rose Press, try: Table for One by Georgiana Daniels, The Valentine Edition by Robin Lee Shopes, and Pi and the Fabulosa (Slightly Married) Twenty Four Hour Man by Dana Mentink.Kara Lynn Russellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16969966733322450599noreply@blogger.com