PenWorks of the Word | Featured Author | Jon Caldwell

Greetings,

Today's featured author, Jon Caldwell, is the last one for the PenWorks of the Word Blog Tour for 2025. It is encouraging to me that he is someone who is brand new to the world of faith-based writing.  The whole purpose of this tour was to bring authors from across all genres who write from a faith-based perspective and to promote unity in Christian Writing. I believe that makes Jon the best author to close us out.

I'm also excited to announce that this won't be the last post you see from Jon on my website, either. Yep, that's write (pun intended). I've invited him to be a regular here at The Gathering Room. I cannot wait to see more of his writing start to come alive, here, and in other places. Don't forget there is still one day left in the KingSumo Giveaway, and without further ado, here is Jon's devotional. 

What a fitting way to end this tour, focused on God, the one who brought all of us together. 

See you in the 'digital' pages, 

M.J.E.

PenWorks of the Word | Featured Book Review | Worn Sandals - Sean Lyon

Greetings, 

I found this book on social media, and it piqued my interest. As someone who loves this genre, I simply could not pass it up. So... I reached out to the author and told him I was going to review it. Little did Sean Lyon, or even I, know that we would find a genuine connection as writers, and I am honored to write this review. 

My goal with the PenWorks of the Word Blog Tour was to also review three books from different genres that were faith-based, well... you are getting two Biblical Fiction novels and one Christian Fantasy novel. While I didn't plan for this one to be part of the tour originally, I am certainly glad it is.

With that, I'll see you in the 'digital' pages, 

M.J.E

PenWorks of the Word | Featured Author | Aubrey Reiss Taylor

Greetings, 

I am excited to introduce Aubrey Reiss Taylor. Her interview was great, and she has a unique voice to share with the world. When I sent these questions out to the authors participating, I did not intend to reply to them. However, I thought it would be cool to do so in this interview. So I'll share some short responses. 

Don't forget there are still a few days left on the KingSumo Giveaway. We'd love to give you, the fans, the opportunity to win some cool gifts. 

Without further ado, here is Aubrey's Interview...

See you in the 'digital' pages, 

M.J.E. 

PenWorks of the Word | Featured Book Review | Last Light of Everlasting - Demi Griffin

Greetings, 

I have been sitting on this review for quite some time, and I am so excited to share this review with you today. Last Light of Everlasting is a book written by Demi (DM) Griffin that was released on January 15th, 2025. It is book one in The Illumination Chronicles.

As an author, it is difficult to find stories that truly keep me on the edge of my seat. This is one of those stories, and it is available on Kindle Unlimited as well as in Paperback and Kindle.

Let's dive into this stunning novel, and I’ll see you in the ‘digital’ pages.

M.J.E

PenWorks of the Word | Featured Author | B.D. Lawrence

Greetings, 

Today, I am pleased to introduce B.D. Lawrence. He is definitely someone I look forward to getting to know more. One of the things I hoped would happen with this Blog Tour was that the featured authors would be real and honest about the world behind the stories we write. B.D. conveys this beautifully in the post you are about to read, but I will let you read it for yourselves. 

Don't forget, the KingSumo giveaway is live until 11/1, and we would love for everyone who has found even one of the posts from the PenWorks of the Word Blog Tour to join the fun. 18 stories are being gifted in this giveaway. Without further ado, here is B.D. Lawrence. 

See you in the 'digital' pages, 

M.J.E. 

PenWorks of the Word | Featured Author | Demi (D.M.) Griffin

 

Greetings, 

Today, I have the privilege of introducing Demi (D.M.) Griffin, a good friend to all writers she comes in contact with. You may not know this, but both of us write in multiple genres. To be truthful with you, that fact is kind of where the idea for the PenWorks of the Word Blog Tour came from.  

But we are here to learn more about her today, aren't we? Demi's stories are phenomenal. She is a multi-award-winning author who shows a lot of passion for what she does. It doesn't stop there either. Demi also runs a beautiful writing ministry called Devoted Steps, but I will let her tell you more about what she does and how God is keeping her in step with the Spirit. 

Don't forget, we still have a huge KingSumo Giveaway taking place until 11/1. We are gifting 18 books in some form or another, and we are loving every minute of it. Spread the word and share these posts. 

See you in the 'digital' pages. 

M.J.E. 

PenWorks of the Word | Featured Author | Dana McNeely

Greetings Everyone, 

I am glad that you found your way here. Today, I am pleased to introduce you all to Dana McNeely. She is a finalist for both the Christy Award and the ACFW Carol Award, and let me tell you, her book Rain did not disappoint this Biblical Fiction Writer/Reader. It inspired me to put more creativity into my own stories. 

She is another one of our authors who wrote a devotional for our Blog Tour, and I can't wait for you to read this one, too. We'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments or on social media. Don't hesitate to read the word she brings for yourself, too. One last thing before I turn the floor over to Dana, our KingSumo giveaway is live until 10/31, and Dana is offering a signed copy of her newest release, Mantle. 

See you in the 'digital' pages, 

M.J.E.