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About juliearduini

Julie Arduini loves to encourage readers to find freedom in Christ by surrendering the good, the bad, and ---maybe one day---the chocolate. She’s the author of the new contemporary romance series SURRENDERING HEARTS (Anchored Hearts, Repairing Hearts, +four more.) Her other romance series is SURRENDERING TIME (Entrusted, Entangled, Engaged.) She also co-wrote a YA series with her daughter, SURRENDERING STINKIN’ THINKIN’ (You’re Beautiful, You’re Amazing, You’re Brilliant.) Her stand-alone romances include MATCH MADE IN HEAVEN and RESTORING CHRISTMAS. Julie maintains a blog at juliearduini.com and participates in the team blog Christians Read. She resides in Ohio with her husband and two children. Learn more by visiting her at https://linktr.ee/JulieArduini.

When Moms Have a Winter Meltdown by Julie Arduini

Posted on February 25, 2015 by juliearduini

Yesterday on Facebook I shared my random thoughts about what it’s like to be a mom in the northeast with multiple days off of school thanks to the weather. My own experience is honestly not that bad. I write from … Continue reading →

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Why Brian Williams is Fair Game by Julie Arduini

Posted on February 11, 2015 by juliearduini

I’m a strong believer of building others up instead of tearing them down. It’s a principle I use as a mom, mentor and friend. That said, the dull roar and many memes I’m observing regarding Brian Williams doesn’t bother me. … Continue reading →

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Choose Your Romance by Julie Arduini

Posted on January 28, 2015 by juliearduini

Didn’t I just wish everyone a Happy New Year? Well, I blinked and it’s time to talk Valentine’s Day! As I’ve confessed before, I love romance but I’m not a die hard romantic. You would probably catch me watching the … Continue reading →

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Delayed Fruit Tastes Sweeter by Julie Arduini

Posted on January 14, 2015 by juliearduini

Happy New Year! I missed my last December post not remembering what day it was thanks to the holiday schedule. I was also basking in what had to be one of our best Christmas celebrations to date. After we had … Continue reading →

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When the Most Wonderful Time of the Year Isn’t by Julie Arduini

Posted on December 17, 2014 by juliearduini

For me, it was 2004. I stared at the blinking lights on our Christmas tree, almost in a trance like state. It wasn’t the colors or the tree. I was shell shocked at how fast my life had changed and … Continue reading →

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All About Elf on a Shelf by Julie Arduini

Posted on December 3, 2014 by juliearduini

He’s outfitted in red and white and pays attention to all your deeds. He’s polarizing—he’s loved and tradition or hated and judged. Santa? Nope. It’s the little figure that takes over your Facebook feed, Elf on a Shelf. I had … Continue reading →

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I’m Not Ready by Julie Arduini

Posted on November 19, 2014 by juliearduini

You know the phrase, “Be careful of what you wish for, you just might get it?” I was thinking about that when I looked at the pictures from Greater Buffalo earlier this week. I heard a lot of people say … Continue reading →

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The Newbie Perspective by Julie Arduini

Posted on November 5, 2014 by juliearduini

It’s been off air for awhile but as a newlywed I remember watching ER with my husband. What I enjoyed was watching the show from the newbie’s POV, point of view. When the show started it was Carter, the resident … Continue reading →

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Book Release Update by Julie Arduini

Posted on October 22, 2014 by juliearduini

If you’ve read Christians Read for any length of time, you’re aware I was seeking publication. Earlier this year I signed with Write Integrity Press for a three book contemporary romance series based in the Upstate NY Adirondack Mountains. I … Continue reading →

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When Childhood Stories Grow Up by Julie Arduini

Posted on October 8, 2014 by juliearduini

I’m late to the party but my new binge watching hobby has been Once Upon a Time. I’m fascinated by the way the writers have taken beloved fairy tales and classic stories and put a modern spin on them. For … Continue reading →

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How Writing is Like Moving by Julie Arduini

Posted on September 24, 2014 by juliearduini

This past year has been full of adventures both in and outside my writing life. I had the opportunity to sign contracts and move forward in the publication process. Most of my time has been spent with our journey to … Continue reading →

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Lessons from an Apple Core by Julie Arduini

Posted on September 10, 2014 by juliearduini

While I’m in the middle of unpacking boxes and getting things set up in our new home, our youngest asked if she could have an apple. She’s on a Granny Smith kick these days and likes me to cut it … Continue reading →

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About the Ice Bucket Challenge by Julie Arduini

Posted on August 27, 2014 by juliearduini

Unless you’ve been living under a rock the last week, chances are you’ve seen the Ice Bucket Challenge gone viral to raise awareness and donations for ALS, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. Along with the videos, you’ve probably read the comments. How … Continue reading →

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What I Wish the World Knew About Depression by Julie Arduini

Posted on August 13, 2014 by juliearduini

I was stunned to open my Facebook feed and find it full of tributes to Robin Williams. I knew he wasn’t even 65, so I wondered if it was his heart. I was devastated to read and now know it … Continue reading →

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Trusting God by Julie Arduini

Posted on July 30, 2014 by juliearduini

I’ve been hit and miss blogging here this summer. I’d love to say it’s because I’m hunkered down with re writes and marketing plans now that contracts are signed. Although there’s truth to that, our family has been on a … Continue reading →

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