Today, I continue my ongoing series of conversations with published authors as I’m joined by my dear friend Heidi Hess Saxton, editor of the beautiful new resource The Ave Prayer Book for Catholic Mothers. In this resource, Heidi has compiled and synthesized the work of scores of gifted … [Read more...] about The Ave Prayer Book for Catholic Mothers: In Conversation with Heidi Hess Saxton
Author Interviews
The Handy Little Guide to Prayer: In Conversation with Barb Szyszkiewicz
Today, I continue my ongoing series of conversations with published authors as I’m joined by Barb Szyszkiewicz, author of three beautiful new prayer resources from Our Sunday Visitor. I'm blessed to call Barb a friend "in real life". When moments happen where I need an immediate prayer warrior on my … [Read more...] about The Handy Little Guide to Prayer: In Conversation with Barb Szyszkiewicz
Holy Hot Mess: In Conversation with Mary Katherine Backstrom
Today, I continue my ongoing series of conversations with published authors as I’m joined by Mary Katherine (MK) Backstrom, the animated and inspirational author of Holy Hot Mess: Finding God in the Details of this Weird and Wonderful Life. From a viral video to a book that helps all of us find God … [Read more...] about Holy Hot Mess: In Conversation with Mary Katherine Backstrom
Whisper: In Conversation with Danielle Bean
Today, I continue my ongoing series of conversations with published authors as I’m joined by my dear friend Danielle Bean, author of the beautiful new book Whisper: Finding God in the Everyday. An inspirational addition to her body of work, Whisper is classic Danielle - encouraging, honest, … [Read more...] about Whisper: In Conversation with Danielle Bean
The Harwood Mysteries: In Conversation with Antony Barone Kolenc
Today, I continue my ongoing series of conversations with published authors as I’m joined by gifted novelist Antony Barone Kolenc, creator of The Harwood Mysteries series from Loyola Press. While these engaging books are aimed at a middle-school audience, I guarantee that if you love a good story … [Read more...] about The Harwood Mysteries: In Conversation with Antony Barone Kolenc
The Unspoken Rules: In Conversation with Gorick Ng
Today, I continue my ongoing series of conversations with published authors as I’m joined by Gorick Ng, author of the new book The Unspoken Rules: Secrets to Starting Your Career Off Right. Newly available from Harvard Business Review Press, Gorick's Wall Street Journal Bestseller is the perfect … [Read more...] about The Unspoken Rules: In Conversation with Gorick Ng
Model of Faith: In Conversation with Leonard J. DeLorenzo, Ph.D.
Today, I continue my ongoing series of conversations with published authors as I’m joined by Leonard J. DeLorenzo, Ph.D., author of the inspirational new book Model of Faith: Reflecting on the Litany of Saint Joseph. Newly available from Our Sunday Visitor, Dr. DeLorenzo's book is the perfect … [Read more...] about Model of Faith: In Conversation with Leonard J. DeLorenzo, Ph.D.
Treasures: In Conversation with T.M. Gaouette
Today, I continue my ongoing series of conversations with published authors as I’m joined by T.M. Gaouette, co-author of the cool new collection of short stories for teens and young adults Treasures: Visible and Invisible. From the early days of the Church, objects touched to holy men and women … [Read more...] about Treasures: In Conversation with T.M. Gaouette
The Daughters of Kobani: In Conversation with Gayle Tzemach Lemmon
Today, I continue my ongoing series of conversations with published authors as I’m joined by Gayle Tzemach Lemmon, author of the bestselling new Penguin Press title The Daughters of Kobani: A Story of Rebellion, Courage, and Justice. Gayle Tzemach Lemmon, congratulations on the publication of … [Read more...] about The Daughters of Kobani: In Conversation with Gayle Tzemach Lemmon
God Saw That It Was Good
I have the blessing of seeing lots of new books cross my desk. It's rare that something surprises me as much as the delightful new work God Saw That It Was Good: A Safari Through Salvation History by Brant Law and coming soon from Paraclete Press. Today, I'm happy to share my recent email … [Read more...] about God Saw That It Was Good
Syllabus: In Conversation with William Germano and Kit Nicholls
Congratulations on the publication of Syllabus: The Remarkable, Unremarkable Document That Changes Everything Please briefly introduce yourselves to our readers and let us know how you came to work together on this project. Kit Nicholls: At this point, after writing this book together, it’s odd … [Read more...] about Syllabus: In Conversation with William Germano and Kit Nicholls
Bless Us, O Lord: 3 Minutes with Robert M. Hamma
Today, I continue my ongoing series of conversations with published authors as we’re joined by Robert M. Hamma, author of the newly released book Bless Us, O Lord: A Family Treasury of Mealtime Prayers. LMH Bob, congratulations on the publication of Bless Us, O Lord. Would you please briefly … [Read more...] about Bless Us, O Lord: 3 Minutes with Robert M. Hamma
The Big Hustle: 3 Minutes with Jim Wahlberg
Today, I continue my ongoing series of conversations with published authors as we’re joined by Jim Wahlberg, author of the newly released book The Big Hustle: A Boston Street Kid's Story of Addiction and Redemption. LMH Jim, congratulations on the release of The Big Hustle: A Boston Street Kid's … [Read more...] about The Big Hustle: 3 Minutes with Jim Wahlberg
Prompt Me to Pray: 3 Minutes with Monica McConkey
Today, I continue my ongoing series of conversations with published authors as we're joined by Monica McConkey, author of the newly released book Prompt Me to Pray: A Practical Plan for More Consistent Prayer from the Heart. LMH Monica, congratulations on the publication of Prompt Me to Pray. … [Read more...] about Prompt Me to Pray: 3 Minutes with Monica McConkey
Love Her Well: 3 Minutes with Kari Kampakis
Today, I continue my ongoing series of conversations with published authors as we're joined by Kari Kampakis, author of the newly released book Love Her Well: 10 Ways to Find Joy and Connection with Your Teenage Daughter. LMH Kari, congratulations on the publication of Love Her Well: 10 Ways to … [Read more...] about Love Her Well: 3 Minutes with Kari Kampakis
Rhonda Gruenewald and Vocations Ministry: Helping Create a Culture of Vocations
To her family, Rhonda Gruenewald is a devoted wife and mother. For the Church, Rhonda is a woman who has said "yes" to an ever-growing need to find a solution for the worldwide vocation crisis. Rhonda is passionate in her desire to provide parishes and diocese with effective, impactful tools to … [Read more...] about Rhonda Gruenewald and Vocations Ministry: Helping Create a Culture of Vocations