Author Archives: Vicki Hinze

About Vicki Hinze

USA Today Bestselling and Award-Winning Author of 50+ books, short stories/novellas and hundreds of articles. Published in as many as 63 countries and recognized by Who's Who in the World as an author and an educator. Former featured Columnist for Social-IN Worldwide Network and Book Fun Magazine. Sponsor/Founder of ChristiansRead.com. Vicki's latest novels are: in the Philanthropists series: The Guardian. In the StormWatch series, Deep Freeze. FMI visit vickihinze.com.

Faith Through Music, by Peggy Webb

I have played piano at church since I was eight years old and knew only two songs, What a Friend We Have in Jesus and Bringing in the Sheaves.  Through the years I have either sung first soprano in the choir or played piano … Continue reading

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Forgiveness Through a Child’s Eyes by Peggy Webb

One of my greatest joys is teaching Sunday School to children, ages two to six. No matter what topic I choose, I learn more than I teach. Why? Because I always come away from the lesson with an innocent child’s … Continue reading

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Be Thoughtful by Peggy Webb

My favorite book party, circus themed for The Language of Silence, complete with clown and red noses, stuffed animals, and candy for the children. Mark Twain said, “Kindness is the language the deaf can hear and the blind can see.” Winston … Continue reading

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MIRACLES EVERYWHERE by Vicki Hinze

For the last few years, along with many others, I have prayed often for our nation. It is easy to see that there is a hunger and a thirst for God in our lives.  So many are lost, lonely, desperate, and … Continue reading

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From My Heart to Yours by Peggy Webb

My front porch swing. “Three things will last forever—faith, hope, and love—and the greatest of these is love.”                                                           I Corinthians 13:13 Walk into any store this time of years, and you’ll see hearts everywhere, from candy boxes to lockets to … Continue reading

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Nora’s Review of: The Forest of Vanishing Stars by Kristin Harmel

The Forest of Vanishing Stars By Kristin Harmel Published by Gallery Books Release Date July 6, 2021 Type: WWII Historical Fiction Jewish Refugees Forest People BACK COVER: The New York Times bestselling author of the “heart-stopping tale of survival and heroism” (People) The Book … Continue reading

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Be Intentional by Peggy Webb

This is the deep field of the heavens, seen through a very powerful telescope. “God said, ‘Let there be light, and there was light; and God saw that the light was good, and he separated light from darkness. He called … Continue reading

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The Risk of Waiting by Vicki Hinze

Teach us to number our days, that we may gain a heart of wisdom.  –Psalm 90:12 People are very creative.  They get great ideas all the time.  New products, new methods, new projects.  These nudges grab our attention, our interest, fill our needs, and … Continue reading

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Attitude Matters by Vicki Hinze

In 2010, I wrote a mini-article about attitude (copy below): While the above mini-article was written about writers/authors, the same principle applies to everyone in whatever they are doing.  Discipline and enthusiasm are important, but it is purpose that infuses our … Continue reading

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Rest by Peggy Webb

My grandson David on the beach in winter when he was a child. “Find rest in God; my hope comes from him.” Psalms 62:5 “The Lord replied, “My Presence will go with you, and I will give you rest.” Exodus 33:14 … Continue reading

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Nora Review: The London House by Katherine Reay

Nora St. Laurent’s review of THE LONDON HOUSE by Katherine Reay The London House by Katherine Reay  Published by HarperMuse  BACK COVER: Uncovering a dark family secret sends one woman through the history of Britain’s World War II spy network and glamorous … Continue reading

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5 Tips to Finding Books You’ll Love by Vicki Hinze

Tip 1.  You know your favorite kinds of books.  Look for authors who LOVE the same kinds. One mistake authors make is to write to the market or to attempt to write what they determine the next “big thing” will be … Continue reading

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Happy New Year by Vicki Hinze

Welcome 2023! A new year affords us opportunities. Ones to shake off the remnants of a hard year. Ones to seek solutions rather than focus on problems or challenges. Ones to seek those windows now open that once had been … Continue reading

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Fresh Starts by Peggy Webb

A New Dawn climber on the rose arbor in my front yard. “Be very careful, then, how you live—not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity.” –Ephesians 5:15 Change has always been hard for me. Some … Continue reading

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Christmas Blessings

A special prayer today seeks blessings for all of you and yours: If you are joyful, may it fill you to overflowing. If you are mourning, may it fill you with comfort and peace. If you are ill, may your … Continue reading

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