Cover Reveal – Springtime in Surrey anthology! (vintage vibes + flowers + women’s fiction)

The cover for Springtime in Surrey anthology is one of those covers that look like a portal. The longer you stare at it, the more you believe you can just step through it and enter a bygone era, a beautiful world of grass and stone fences and wildflowers and sunrises. Ever since I heard this novella collection was being created, I’ve been so impatient to read the stories and spend an afternoon swept away in the beautiful English countryside!

And we won’t have to wait long! It’s releasing July 25th!! *AHHHHH*

Read on for all the anthology and author information! 🌸👇

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About the Anthology!

Springtime in Surrey, the first collection releasing with Wild Blue Wonder Press, is a Christian anthology featuring eight lovely stories. With a mix of historical and contemporary, romance and women’s fiction, a dash of mystery here and there, real-life themes presented in a loving way, and a vintage feel, this story is sure to charm lovers of Christian women’s fiction.

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the eight novellas

Jesus, I Am Resting by Faith Blum

An orphaned young woman must fight to survive after WWI breaks out, praying her beau doesn’t die on a foreign battlefield like her father did years ago.

The Cottage on the Hill by Andrea Renee Cox

A former ballerina seeks hope amongst her lost dreams, as a sheep farmer tries to bring her joy.

If I Knew You Were Coming by Bailey Gaines

An exhausted mother balances her duties to both her biological and evacuee children with preparation for an unexpected visit from her soldier husband.

Her Heart’s Home by Grace A. Johnson

A destitute woman is pursued by an unexpected suitor and finds blessings from God in the way she least expected.

The Tussie-Mussie by Katja H. Labonté

A disgraced debutante flees to the country, only to meet a reclusive writer who may change her life forever.

The Odd Duck Society by Rachel Leitch

An insecure university student returns to a tea shop after a mysterious letter summons her there.

Fear Not Tomorrows by Erika Mathews

A hard-working sister-of-seven struggles with contentment as her marriage is postponed by her fiancé’s absence.

Courage to Stay by Kellyn Roth

A young bride chases her husband into the forest to rescue him from himself, which goes about as well as one would expect.

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Kellyn Roth’s Bio & Links:

Kellyn Roth is a historical romance & women’s fiction author who writes about the empty places where hope has the most room to grow. Her novels include the inspirational Victorian family saga, The Chronicles of Alice and Ivy, and the Kees & Colliers series, which follows a broken family in the tumultuous years of the first half of the 20th century.

Kellyn is a student of the Author Conservatory and a writing coach. When not building her author career or her indie-author-helping business, Wild Blue Wonder Press, she is likely getting lost somewhere in the Pacific Northwest with her friends, watching period dramas and facetious comedies, or spending time with her husband.

Website: https://kellynrothauthor.com/

Newsletter: https://kellynrothauthor.com/newsletter/

Facebook: https://facebook.com/kellynrothauthor/

Instagram: https://instagram.com/kellynrothauthor/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/kellyntheauthor/

Amazon: https://amazon.com/author/kellynroth 

Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/kellynrothauthor

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Erika Mathews’s Bio & Links:

Erika Mathews is an author and editor who writes family-friendly Christian living books, both fiction and non-fiction, that demonstrate the power of God through ordinary people, transforming daily life into His resting life. Her works include Truth from Taerna, a kingdom adventure fiction series with deep spiritual themes, Resting Life, a Christian living nonfiction book about finding rest in Jesus in modern life, and a variety of historical fiction and poetry.

Erika lives in the farm country of Minnesota with her husband and children. She’s a homeschool graduate with a Bachelor’s in Communications, a Master’s in Biblical Ministries, and a passion for sharing Jesus Christ and His truth. When she’s not working with books, she enjoys reading, outdoor activities, piano and violin, organizing, and using the Oxford comma.

Website: https://restinglife.com

Newsletter: https://restinglife.com/signup

Facebook: https://facebook.com/erikamathewsauthor

Instagram: https://instagram.com/erikamathewsauthor

Amazon: https://amazon.com/author/erikamathews

Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/erikamathews

Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/erikamathewsauthor

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Grace A. Johnson’s Bio & Links:

Grace A. Johnson is a Christian fiction authoress, book reviewer, and avid reader. She lives in beautiful (but humid) South Georgia, surrounded by farmland and forestry, with her parents and six younger siblings. She has indie-published the first three novels in a Christian historical romance series, the Daughters of the Seven Seas, and a smattering of short stories and novellas, as well as a devotional. She’s also a marketer and editor who loves helping young authors through her editing business S&J Editors and her small publishing company Sky’s the Limit Press. You can find her on Instagram and Facebook @graceajohnsonauthor or blogging on her website at www.graceajohnson.com. Join her for a virtual cup of tea and a free preview of her debut novel when you sign up for her e-newsletter!

Website: www.graceajohnson.com 

Instagram: www.instagram.com/graceajohnsonauthor 

Newsletter: www.graceajohnson.com/newsletter 

Amazon: www.amazon.com/author/graceajohnsonauthor 

Goodreads: www.goodreads.com/author/show/19003396.Grace_A_Johnson 

BookBub: www.bookbub.com/profile/grace-a-johnson 

Facebook: www.facebook.com/graceajohnsonauthor 

Pinterest: www.pinterest.com/graceajohnsonauthor 

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Rachel Leitch’s Bio and Links:

Rachel Leitch discovered the book of writing when she was seven. She’s been turning pages ever since! She lives her own adventure in northern Indiana, with her parents, three sisters, two brothers, and a dog who thinks he’s the hero of her story. She writes young adult historical fiction with a dash of adventure or a spark of magic. When she’s not hidden away writing, she’s trying to fit all her reads on her shelf in a somewhat organized manner, obsessing over character arcs, drinking chai, daydreaming at the piano, or teaching students to be just as bookish as she is. In all her adventures, she learns how to shine brighter for the Father of Lights. For more bookish ramblings (and a free digital short story involving a magical violin) follow her adventure journal at https://racheljleitch.com/!

Website: https://www.racheljleitch.com/ 

Newsletter: https://www.racheljleitch.com/

Instagram: https://instagram.com/racheljleitchauthor

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Bailey Gaines’s Bio & Links:

Bailey Gaines is a Georgia girl who loves history. Through her writing, she hopes to show how God works in all periods of history, bringing healing and helping people know they have value because of their identity as a human created in God’s image. Her stories range from King Richard the Lionheart’s England to 1930s Appalachia to 18th century England to 19th century America.

Bailey is a student of the Author Conservatory, and has a bachelor’s degree in Creative Writing. When she’s not writing, she’s helping homeschoolers with their writing or working at an escape room. Her hobbies include playing the piano, sewing, and exploring the world of vintage fashion.

Website: https://baileygaines.com/

Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/cf13616f41ce/fountain-pen-letters

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/baileygainesauthor/

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Faith Blum’s Bio & Links:

Faith Blum is a wife, mom, author, and entrepreneur. She’s published over 30 books, most of them in the Christian Historical Fiction genre. She loves stories because they can teach history, but in a fun way. It is also her way to have a creative outlet while taking care of a household and toddler.

She’s been a proud small town resident her whole life and wouldn’t have it any other way. She lives in Central Wisconsin with her husband, son, and cat, Smokey. She’s blessed to write as a part time career. You can find her books on books on most eBook retailers.

When not writing, you can find her cooking from scratch, reading, figuring out social media content, or spending time with her family. She also loves playing piano for church and being part of the Author Conservatory.

Amazon Author Page: https://www.amazon.com/Faith-Blum/e/B00GSPBHW6

Bookbub: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/faith-blum 

Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/7361997.Faith_Blum 

Instagram: http://instagram.com/faithblumauthor 

Website: http://faithblum.com 

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Katja H. Labonté’s Bio & Links:

Katja H. Labonté is a Christian, an extreme bibliophile who devours over 365 books in a year, and an exuberant writer with a talent for starting short stories that explode into book series. She is a bilingual French-Canadian and has about a dozen topics she’s excessively passionate about (hint: that’s why she writes). Katja writes both contemporary and historical fiction, as well as non-magical historical and contemporary kingdom fiction, and covers themes of worth, love, peace, and Christian growth. She spends her days enjoying little things, growing in faith, learning life, and loving people. You can follow her life journey, find free books, browse her services, and more on her website and blog.

Website/Blog: littleblossomsforjesus.wordpress.com

Bookstagram: instagram.com/oldfashionedbooklove

Goodreads: goodreads.com/oldfashionedbooklove 

Podcast: https://www.gibsongirlreview.com/

Tumblr: https://tumblr.com/blog/oldfashionedbooklove

Pinterest: pinterest.ca/oldfashionedbooklove 

Amazon Author account: http://amzn.to/3WE7D15

Newsletter: https://sendfox.com/katjahlabonte

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Andrea Renee Cox’s Bio & Links:

Born and raised in north Texas, Andrea Renee Cox is a born-again child of God who enjoys writing stories that inspire, copyediting fiction manuscripts, tutoring middle school students, and going on road trips with her family. Whether she’s working on historical or contemporary, women’s fiction or romance, she uses her skills in research and writing techniques—as well as a large dose of prayer and guidance from God—at every turn in the journey to produce the best story of her ability every single time. Her books may be found on her website, and readers are welcome to follow her blog for the latest updates in her journey. 

Website: https://andreareneecox.com
Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/andreacox
Twitter: https://twitter.com/screenwriter87
Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/andreareneecoxauthor/
Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/author/andreareneecox
BookBub: https://www.bookbub.com/profile/andrea-renee-cox  

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Is that not gorgeous? (So many lovely covers being revealed lately, right?) Are you now dying to visit County Surrey, England…like I am? Which novella sounds most up your alley? What July 2023 releases are you most excited to get your hands on?

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p.s. calling all storytellers who like to collaborate!

My brother Joshua (at WW Studios) is hosting a short filmmaking challenge on his YouTube channel! So far, everyone who signed up is an animator/modeler…and they need writers who know the secrets to a story that captures attention and pulls at the heartstrings! If you’re interested in spending some time getting creative and brainstorming story ideas, feel free to watch the video below or join the Discord server and choose either the red or blue team to get started!⚡

Happy brainstorming and writing! ✍️