Tag: Books
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Book Review: The Silmarillion
by Maribeth
Disclosure: This post contains Amazon Affiliate Links, meaning that I receive a small commission if you make any purchase through my links marked clearly with an asterisk, at no cost to you. Please read my full disclosure for more info. I heard someone say recently that for J.R.R. Tolkien, The Lord of the Rings* was a happy accident. For decades Tolkien had been working on the … Read More Book Review: The Silmarillion
Behold, a New Blog Name!
by Maribeth
Dear Friends, never fear! In spite of a new blog name, it is I, Maribeth, a humble Hobbit at your service and your family’s. And if you’re reading this on my actual website as opposed to your inbox, you’re also noticing another Really Big Change. Scratch that–you’re probably noticing LOTS of changes. Disclosure: This post contains Amazon Affiliate Links, meaning that I receive a … Read More Behold, a New Blog Name!
The Art of Writing Conference {with notes!}
by Maribeth
“Every writer should make an effort to attend writers’ conferences,” they said. “It’ll be fun,” they said. Boy howdy, were they right! Caroline (of Cosmos and a Cuppa) and I set out with her husband Daniel and their 15-month-old on Tuesday morning, bound for the Art of Writing Conference in Nashville, Tennessee. Before I go any further with this story, allow me to say … Read More The Art of Writing Conference {with notes!}
Welcome to A Writer’s’ Tale! I’m Maribeth, a small-town Southern girl captivated by well-spun tales, the beauty and lovingkindness of my Triune God, and the power of the contemplative, Christ-centered life. A Writer’s Tale is where I indulge my geeky, philosophical side by writing LOTS of book, TV, and movie reviews from a Christian worldview and imagination, while also sharing periodic updates on my upcoming novel, Operation Lionhearted. I hope you enjoy your stay here!