by Alena Mentink | Dec 2, 2021 | Uncategorized
I love stories. I suppose that’s why I’ve become rather obsessed with dates in the last year–historical dates, that is (no, actual dating has nothing to do with this). Writing novels set in the 1800s keeps me ever on the lookout for a new fact that...
by Alena Mentink | Nov 1, 2021 | Uncategorized
Today I want to introduce you to the book Bluebird on the Prairie by Tasha Hackett. I’ve known Tasha for a while, and usually we run into each other at events where we are each promoting our books. Also, as a matter of fact, we both live in Stromsburg, so I’ve had...
by Alena Mentink | Sep 17, 2021 | Uncategorized
Have you read Settle My Heart yet? Today I’m excited to share a little bit of the story behind the book. I’ve answered all the common questions I get asked (including the big one – am I going to write another book? And no, no, no, don’t cheat...
by Alena Mentink | Sep 6, 2021 | Uncategorized
Given that I’m a writer, it probably comes as no surprise that I love to read. My room is lined with bookshelves containing history books, writing information, biographies about famous people, and my favorite: fiction, the best of which is historical romance. The...
by Alena Mentink | Aug 19, 2021 | Uncategorized
Have you ever had a big idea that was so incredibly big that you felt scared to even seriously consider it? That was how writing a book was for me. I’ve always loved reading, and after we started homeschooling, I really developed a love for writing, but becoming an...
by Alena Mentink | Aug 11, 2021 | Uncategorized
“Mom, I can’t find my shoes!” “Has anybody seen my Bible anywhere?” “Why is Asher still in his pajamas? Does anyone even have his clothes picked out for the day?” “We’re running behind, and if we don’t leave for church now, we’re going to be late!” The scene was a...
