Bio: Best-selling
novelist Robin Lee Hatcher is known for her heart-warming and emotionally
charged stories of faith, courage, and love. The winner of the Christy Award
for Excellence in Christian Fiction, the RITA Award for Best Inspirational
Romance, two Romantic Times Career
Achievement Awards, and the RWA Lifetime Achievement Award, Robin is the author
of over sixty novels.
Since
you’re being published regularly, what new avenues will your future books take?
After writing
historical romances exclusively for a number of years, I am currently working
on a contemporary romance series, set in the same small Idaho town that was the
setting for my January women's fiction release, A Promise Kept. I'm enjoying it a great deal.
I know I’ll love any contemporary books you
write. I’ve always been held captive by the historical ones. What conferences
will you be attending this year? Will you be a speaker at any of them?
I will be attending
the American Christian Fiction Writers conference in September 2014 in St. Louis . I am not
speaking but look forward to networking with other writers wherever they
gather.
Good, I’ll see you there. If you were in
charge of planning the panel discussion at a writing conference, what topic
would the panel cover, and who would you ask to be on the panel, and why?
Professional
Partnerships: How to have the best working relationship possible between
writer, agent, and editor/publishing house.
Panelists would be
me, my agent of 25 years Natasha Kern, and my editor Ami McConnell.
How important is it to you to be active in
writing organizations?
I have been very
active in writers organizations over the past 30 years, including five years on
the board of directors of Romance Writers of America (two of those years as
President and CEO) and almost 18 years on the board of directors of Faith, Hope,
and Love (I continue to serve as an advisor). The friendships made through writers
groups and organizations, such as ACFW, are invaluable to me as a writer. It
helps to know we are not alone in this crazy business. It helps to know that
there are others who think like we do and spend many hours of every day in an
imaginary world.
Where in the community or your church do you
volunteer?
My husband and I
serve our church on the greeting team. I love it. Our church is on the larger
size (2500 to 3000 members, I believe), and being one of the greeters helps me
to meet more people. And I love making newcomers feel welcome.
My mother: Her
impact touched every part of my life, and she was an example of what it means
to walk by faith.
My daughters: Once a
mother, always a mother. Raising children shapes the parent as much as it
shapes the child.
My husband: Marriage
has a huge impact on your life. Can't help it. That saying of iron sharpening
iron is true. Marriage is one very certain way to rub off some of our rougher
edges.
Pastor Hank: I was a
new Christian and his preaching and pastoring were foundational in my faith
walk in those crucial early years. He helped instill in me a love of reading
and studying the Bible that has stayed with me ever since.
Pastor Tri: He was
just the right pastor at the right time. Instead of a new Christian, I was a
mature Christian with lots of experiences behind me. He and I came to Christ
during the Jesus Movement of the 70's, and we have been witnesses to many of
the same things through the years. His messages always reach my heart and touch
me where I live.
If you could write the inscription on your
tombstone, what would it be?
"She finished
the race well."
Tell us about the featured book.
THE HEART'S PURSUIT is a wild ride across the Wild West with two
characters I've come to love. Here's the blurb:
A jilted bride
desperate to save her family from ruin.
A bounty hunter seeking vengeance for a ravaged past.
An arduous trek toward justice—or redemption.
Silver Matlock and
Jared Newman know traveling together is a bad idea. Bad for Silver’s already
tarnished reputation in her small Colorado
town. Bad for bounty hunter Jared’s secret, single-minded mission for revenge.
But Silver is determined to track down the rogue who left her at the altar and
stole the last remnant of her father’s fortune. And Jared’s in a hurry to hunt
down the murderer who destroyed his family—even if Silver is too distractingly
beautiful for comfort.
The pair takes off
over mountain and desert, past bleak homesteads and raw mining towns, hot on
the trail of the two villains who took what wasn’t theirs to take. Soon
supplies dwindle, secrets emerge, and suspicion leaves Silver and Jared at odds
when they need each other most. To confront an enemy deadlier than desert
rattlesnakes and rocky cliffs, Silver and Jared must learn to forgive and trust
and face the question they haven’t dared voice: What happens next?
Please share the first page with us.
May 1873
Bright sunlight
glared upon the small town of Twin Springs, Colorado , as Jared
Newman stopped his pinto gelding in front of the saloon. Silence reigned along
the main street. If he hadn’t ridden through here just three days earlier, he
would have thought the town abandoned. Not a soul in sight.
He removed his battered Stetson and raked his
fingers through his hair, then stepped down from the saddle. He hit the hat
against his pant leg a few times, shaking loose the trail dust. He was
bone-weary, and his temper had seen better days. The latter was due to the
unseasonable heat. The former was due to the man who rode with him.
“Get down, Peterson.
We could both use something to drink.”
His prisoner obeyed,
sliding to the ground, his wrists cuffed in front of him.
With a jingle of
spurs, Jared ushered Lute Peterson through the swinging doors of the Mountain
Rose Saloon. The narrow room was dimly lit and musty-smelling. Two men, a
circle of smoke lingering above their heads, glanced up from their game of
cards. A blonde in a dress that might have been in the height of fashion a
decade or two earlier lounged against the bar.
Behind her, the
bartender swirled a white cloth along the bar’s hardwood surface. He grinned at
the new customers, but his expression changed fast enough when he noticed the
cuffs on Peterson’s wrists. His gaze shifted to Jared. “What’ll it be?”
“Sarsaparilla. Two.”
He tossed coins onto the bar.
Peterson cast a look
of disbelief in Jared’s direction. “Sarsaparilla? How about a whiskey?”
Jared ignored him.
The woman sidled
closer. “Haven’t seen you in here before. Where you headed? Or are you new to
town?”
He glanced at her. A
generous dusting of powder and rouge had been applied to her angular face. Like
her dress, she might have been attractive at one time, but life had left its
mark around her eyes and in the cynical corners of her painted mouth.
Where can my readers find you on the
Internet?
Website and blog: http://www.robinleehatcher.com
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/robinleehatcher
Pinterest: http://pinterest.com/robinleehatcher/
Robin Lee Hatcher's latest novel, The Heart's Pursuit, is receiving critical praise: "The Old West lives again in this inspirational romantic adventure. . . . Themes of forgiveness, justice and mercy dominate the story and add to the characters' depth. Hatcher treats readers to a rich sensory experience—you can taste the desert dust and smell the smoke and stench of a crowded gambling hall." (Publishers Weekly)
Robin is celebrating the release of her novel by giving away a $200 "Romantic Weekend Getaway."
One winner will receive:
The Heart's Pursuit - Amazon
The Heart's Pursuit - Kindle
Leave a comment for a chance to win a free copy of the book on this blog. Please tell us where you live, at least the state or territory. (Comments containing links may be subject to removal by blog owner.)
Void where prohibited; the odds of winning depend on the number of entrants. Entering the giveaway is considered a confirmation of eligibility on behalf of the enterer in accord with these rules and any pertaining local/federal/international laws.
The only notification you’ll receive is the winner post on this blog. So be sure to check back a week from Saturday to see if you won. You will have 4 weeks from the posting of the winners to claim your book.
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Robin is celebrating the release of her novel by giving away a $200 "Romantic Weekend Getaway."
One winner will receive:
- A $200 Visa cash card (Get away for the weekend with that special someone!)
- The Heart's Pursuit by Robin Lee Hatcher
Don't miss a moment of the fun; enter today and be sure to stop by Robin's blog on June 8th to see if you won.
Thank you, Robin, for sharing this new book and giveaway with us.
Readers, here are links to the book. By using one when you order, you help support this blog.
Heart's Pursuit - Christianbook.comThe Heart's Pursuit - Amazon
The Heart's Pursuit - Kindle
Leave a comment for a chance to win a free copy of the book on this blog. Please tell us where you live, at least the state or territory. (Comments containing links may be subject to removal by blog owner.)
Void where prohibited; the odds of winning depend on the number of entrants. Entering the giveaway is considered a confirmation of eligibility on behalf of the enterer in accord with these rules and any pertaining local/federal/international laws.
The only notification you’ll receive is the winner post on this blog. So be sure to check back a week from Saturday to see if you won. You will have 4 weeks from the posting of the winners to claim your book.
If you’re reading this on Goodreads, Google+, Feedblitz, Facebook, Twitter, Linkedin, or Amazon, please come to the blog to leave your comment if you want to be included in the drawing. Here’s a link.
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Portsmouth, VA
ReplyDeletegreat interview Robin! I live in MS! Shelia Hall
ReplyDeleteJilted. Ride and bounty hunter -- sounds like the perfect combination for a great story. I can't wait tonread this one!
ReplyDeleteTonja VA
I love Robin's books! Julie in Lisbon, IA
ReplyDeleteI too love Robin's historical novels, and look forward to reading this new release!
ReplyDeletePatty in SC
Great interview, even greater author!
ReplyDeleteConnie
Hillsboro, KY
I enjoyed Robin's delightful interview and would love to win a copy of THE HEART'S PURSUIT!
ReplyDeleteBritney Adams, TX
Tonja, it's a very different kind of story from what I have written in recent years. Kind of fun to do the adventure thing again.
ReplyDeleteJulie, Patty, Connie & Britney, thanks for the kind words.
Great first page! Sounds like a good book.
ReplyDeleteTennessee
Would love to get this book.
ReplyDeleteJean K
West Palm Beach, FL
The Heart's Pursuit sounds terrific, I love Robin's books!
ReplyDeleteMerry in MN
I would absolutely love to win a copy of The Heart's Pursuit. Robin is a real winner!!!
ReplyDeleteMelanie Backus, TX
A lovely interview thank you & I did enjoy the first page.
ReplyDeleteMary P
QLD AUSTRALIA
I loved the interview, and I love Robin' s writing!!!!!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the chance to win her latest book!
Blessings and Smiles :)
Charlotte Kay
Ohio
Love Robin's books!
ReplyDeleteplhouston(at)bellsouth(dot)net
I'm in Indiana!
ReplyDeleteI love Robin's books.
ReplyDeleteJean K
West Palm Beach,
FL
Thanks everyone for sharing that you like my books. You are such an encouragement to me. Bless each one of you.
ReplyDeleteRobin
Sounds like a great book!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the giveaway
Sydney harries GA
I really enjoy Robin's books. Just read A Promise Kept. I would love to read more of her books. sharon, CA wileygreen1(at)yahoo(dot)com
ReplyDeleteI want to read this! I'm in Donna, TX fixin to be in Nicaragua!
ReplyDeletemissionwife@hotmail.com
Wow, what an awesome looking book and it also sounds awesome, I would love the chance to read it!!! Thanks for the wonderful giveaway and God Bless!!!
ReplyDeleteSarah Richmond
North Carolina
The Heart's Pursuit sounds as good as every other book I've read by Robin! Thanks for the chance to win a copy!
ReplyDeleteKristen in OK
kam110476 at gmail dot com
I would love to read Silver and Jared's story. They seem like quite a pair. Loved your interview with Robin.
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Maryann in New York
I love Robin!
ReplyDeleteCourtney C. from Arkansas
Hello Lena. I love Robin and would love to win her book. She seems like such a nice lady. I live in Pasadena, Texas. Maxie Anderson
ReplyDelete2425568222Hello Lena. I love Robin and would love to win her book. She seems like such a nice lady. I live in Pasadena, Texas. Maxie Anderson
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ReplyDeleteSharon Richmond Bryant
Conway,SC.
sharonruth126@gmail.com
Thanks for this great giveaway.....love Robin's books!
ReplyDeleteJackie in Georgia
Robin Lee Hatcher is a very talented author! Thanks for the chance to win her book!
ReplyDeleteI am SO looking forward to this book! LOVE all Robin's books!
ReplyDeleteCyndi in AL
Hallo, Hallo Ms. Dooley!
ReplyDelete:) I've missed visiting your lovely blog and am thankful to return this Summer! Simply a lot on my plate these past eight months, and I am thankful to see as I return you are always on the upside of knowing the best in INSPY fiction!
I have never read a book by Ms. Hatcher, but when I read this involved a bounty hunter I must confess a part of me squealed with delight! I don't know why but I love stories of the West which involve either lone men of the law or bounty hunters who are attempting to bring in the men whose victims need justice! Love Westerns, and this one just appealed to me!
Thus, I am tossing my hat into the mix for the bookaway! Which I am always thankful you offer on your blog! (FL)