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About Ann Malley

Ann writes clean romantic action suspense, featuring real women battling for their happily-ever-after. Look in a mirror if you're unfamiliar with such women. But the dark side can take its toll. Writing short, clean romantic comedy is the perfect palate cleanser. Contemporary western romance and Christmas romances provide an equally pleasant distraction that I hope you'll enjoy! I'd enjoy hearing what you'd like to read. Write me at annmalley@annmalleybooks.com Join my newsletter at: https://www.subscribepage.com/annmalleybooks

Pruning Hurts!

The Wisdom of Seasons: Letting God Work, Even in the Mess The seasons are changing again. You can feel it in the wind—or lack thereof. This week’s forecast is for hot weather, after a spate of balmy breezes that led … Continue reading

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When Speaking the Truth Hurts: Disinformation, Family, and the Christian Call to Courage

I’m diving in because this matter–keeping the peace?–is too serious. In John 7:30, we read that the Pharisees sought to seize Jesus, but “no man laid hands on him, because his hour had not yet come.” Christ was never caught … Continue reading

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Guarding Our Words: A Sinner’s Reflection on Girl Talk, Gossip, and Un-Godly Bloodletting!

I’m going to DIVE IN because there’s just no other way. I’ve written and rewritten this column too many times already but, honestly, as a Christian, a sinner, a woman with her sins constantly set before her, I’m spent. As … Continue reading

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Letting Go So Our Kids Can Shine!

Yes, I tend to write about motherhood. A lot. Why? I was/am a stay-at-home mom who homeschooled her children so, writing aside, that’s what I know best. Being the youngest of eight children, as my readers already know, has also … Continue reading

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Learning to Love: A Mother’s Seasoned Heart

As I watch snow finally melt outside my kitchen window, I sigh at the sound of confident piano practice. My grow son plays in the far side of the house. The distance lends perspective. The mellow tones make me smile … Continue reading

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Be perfect. Read the Jesus Parts! (In scripture)

The new year is upon us, spurring thoughts of resolutions. What to do? Shall we pray more? Be kinder? Walk more? Eat less? Maybe we all take a deep breath and relax. We can do it all, however, perfectly. Yes, … Continue reading

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Dare I Hope? In all things?

How many of us have fallen short of dreaming big for fear of disappointing ourselves? I’m not speaking of fame, fortune, or a power position at some Fortune 100 company. The hope I’m speaking of is that which we grasp … Continue reading

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I’ll Take Patience Please!

Are you blessed with endless demands and too little time? How about a short fuse? If so, patience is the cure. Patience is a virtue. But how do we get some? Prayer, confidence in God, and plenty of practice dealing … Continue reading

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Humble pie or humble power?

There was a day when I believed humble meant self-effacing. Never stepping forward. And refusing leadership roles because, well, a humble person would never, ever believe themselves capable. Wrong. If I’d had a humbler attitude early on, I may have … Continue reading

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Pray Always? Are you kidding ?

How does one pray always in a state of increasing chaos? The storm is raging. Vice is oozing out all over. Satan has left off prowling thanks to a steady buffet of willing souls who foolishly believe there’s a party … Continue reading

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The Sound of Silence

The Sound of Silence I don’t know about you, but I love the sound of actual silence. The Simon and Garfunkel song is pretty good, too. In its original form. But true silence is a powerful tool for mental, emotional, … Continue reading

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The Attitude of Gratitude

The attitude of gratitude is a great slogan. Having an eye for the blessings one has received is a necessary element, not only in pleasing God, but surviving the hardships that this valley of tears delivers at the most inopportune … Continue reading

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Have you washed your feet for dinner?

That’s a crazy question, but not at the Last Supper. Holy Thursday commemoration of Our Lord’s institution of the new covenant with his people. Us. The Jewish sin offering of a spotless lamb at Passover was definitely replaced by the … Continue reading

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Spring: A season of renewal

Welcome to Spring: God’s season of rebirth, growth, and regeneration. Nature awakens from slumber in springtime. New life flourishes. No wonder spring is used as a metaphor for spiritual rebirth and development in the Bible. Makes sense, right?? There is … Continue reading

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Break the Habit!

Some folks call them routines while others call them ruts. I’m talking about habits here. People tend to fall into patterns, however much we fancy ourselves as being unique. We’re all sheep, according to the Lord, and He would know. … Continue reading

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