Dear Readers, I’ve
long been a fan of Judith Miller’s books. She writes the kind of romantic
historical novels that I like best. I think you’ll love them, too.
Welcome back, Judith.
God has really been moving in your writing life. What do you see on the
horizon?
I’ve recently completed the Refined by Love series set in West Virginia , and truly
enjoyed that project. In addition, I joined with Nancy Moser and Stephanie
Grace Whitson for the recently released Christmas novella collection, A Basket Brigade Christmas. As for the
horizon, I’ve recently signed a contract for another book with Bethany House,
and I’m considering several other projects that have piqued my interest.
Tell us a little
about your family.
My husband, Jim, passed away five years ago so I’ve been
adjusting to a new normal, but am finally adjusting to life on my own. I have
three adult children, one in Iowa , one in Missouri , and one who lives here in Topeka . Most importantly, I have a 20-month
old granddaughter who keeps me smiling and busy.
They have a way of
doing that. Has your writing changed your reading habits? If so, how?
Yes, my reading habits have changed. I try to read as much
as possible between projects, but much of my reading ends up being research.
While I love research and combing books for nuggets of information, it’s not
the same as enjoying a good novel. While I’m working on a project, I tend to read
in another genre. When I’m between projects, I read historicals.
What are you working
on right now?
I’ve just begun my new book, and it will be set in the early
1900’s. The rest is a secret for now, but it entails an interesting slice of
history that I think readers will enjoy.
I’m sure they will. What
outside interests do you have?
I enjoy Bible studies, walking, knitting, volunteer work,
and spending time with my children and friends
How do you choose
your settings for each book?
Many times my settings have developed as I’ve discovered
information through research for other books. Some of the others have occurred
because I visited the setting or a reader recommended a particular setting to
me. Many of my books have developed due to setting. If I have no interest in the
setting, the story doesn’t captivate me.
What is the one thing
you wish you had known before you started writing novels?
The amount of time I would need to devote to studying the
craft and the amount of self-discipline it takes to complete a novel.
What new lessons is
the Lord teaching you right now?
To work toward being my best self all of the time.
We all need that. What
are the three best things you can tell other authors to do to be successful?
Study the craft by attending conferences and studying good
books on writing
Read, read, read
Develop self-discipline so you meet deadlines and have a
less stressful writing experience
Tell us about the
featured book.
The Potter’s Lady is the second book in the Refined by Love
series although readers can read the books on their own. There’s enough
information that they won’t feel they’ve miss out on something if they begin
with book two.
This book features Rose McKay the oldest of the McKay
sisters. She has just completed her education at the Philadelphia School of
Design and convinces her brother and his wife that the family should invest in
a pottery in Grafton , West Virginia
With her talents and education, she believes the business
can become successful. Rylan Campbell remains as a valued employee of the
company. He likes Rose, but he dislikes change and he certainly doesn’t trust
Joshua Harkness, a man from Rose’s past.
When the company begins to lose their bids and it appears
Rose’s dreams of success will fail, she convinces her brother they should enter
a contest announced by the Franklin
Hotels
Please give us the
first page of the book.
May 1872
Rose McKay stared out the narrow window of the Philadelphia
School of Design for Women. Her gaze darted between passing buggies and wagons
before perusing the pedestrians traversing Broad Street . Where was Ewan? Her brother
said he’d be here by two o’clock. If he didn’t hurry, they’d miss their train.
“Why don’t you sit down, Rose? Staring out the window isn’t
going to make your brother appear any sooner.” Mrs. Fisk, director of the
school, nodded toward one of the perfectly arranged chairs in the sitting room.
Inimitable paintings and sculptures, all of them fashioned
by students who had attended the school, adorned the entry hall and sitting
room where visitors were received. To have a creation displayed in either place
was considered the most prestigious award any student could achieve. Each year,
one student received the Excellence in Design Award. Along with the plaque came
the honor of having one piece of work on display. Rose’s heart warmed at the
thought of her own work joining those of the previous students.
How can readers find
you on the Internet?
My website is at: www.judithmccoymiller.com Readers
can email me through my website and also sign-up for my newsletter. Thank you, Judith, for sharing this new book with us.
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The Potter's Lady (Refined by Love)
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