Zoom Author Interview with Jennifer Hallmark & A Giveaway
By Deena Adams
I hope you’ll enjoy this interview with my online friend, Jennifer Hallmark, who is an author, blogger, and podcaster with a focus on pointing women to hope in Christ.
Jennifer has graciously offered a free print copy of her book, Jessie’s Hope, as a giveaway. Simply comment on this post by March 30 for your chance to win.
Thanks so much for joining me for this author interview, Jennifer! It was great getting to know you and hearing more about your journey.
Join the conversation. Do you listen to podcasts? Does a 6-8 minute weekly podcast with a focus on encouraging you to persevere sound interesting? Have you ever read speculative fiction? If so, did you enjoy it?
Be sure to comment by March 30 for a chance to win a copy of Jennifer’s book!
Jessie’s Hope by Jennifer Hallmark
Click the book cover for purchase link
Years ago, an accident robbed Jessie Smith of her mobility. She also lost her mother and became alienated from her father. When Jessie’s high school sweetheart Matt Jansen finally proposes, her excitement turns to worry. Those she loves she loses.
With their wedding fast approaching, Jessie’s grandfather, Homer, searches for the perfect dress for “his Jessie” — one that would allow her to forget, even if for a moment, the boundaries of her wheelchair. But finances and one unexpected disaster after another thwart his plans.
Determined to heal from her past, Jessie seeks to find her father. Perhaps the pair can reconcile their differences. Can a sliver of hope lead to everlasting love? Or is it enough to accept that sometimes grace and faith allow us to live with joy, regardless of our circumstances.
Jennifer Hallmark writes Southern and Southern Speculative fiction. Her website and monthly newsletter focus on her books, love of the South, and favorite fiction. She reaches out to her community through her first podcast, Determined to Dance.
Jessie’s Hope, her first novel published by Firefly Southern Fiction, is a Selah Award nominee for First Novel. You can subscribe to her newsletter here.
When she isn’t babysitting, gardening, or exploring the beautiful state of Alabama, you can find her at her desk penning fiction or studying the craft of writing. She also loves reading fantasy novels, supernatural stories, and detective fiction from the Golden Age and viewing movies like LOTR or Star Wars. Sometimes you can even catch her watching American Ninja Warrior.
Connect with Jennifer: Website / Podcast / Facebook / Facebook Author Page / Twitter / Pinterest / Goodreads
If you enjoyed this interview, please share on social media to help spread the word about Jennifer and the hope she offers women.
If you missed last week’s interview with Tabitha Bouldin, find it here.
If you’re a writer in search of coaching, check out James L. Rubart.
Deena Adams
As a Jesus girl for more than thirty years, Deena Adams understands how important hope is to daily life, which fuels her passion to inspire others through hope-filled fiction based on true to life stories. She is represented by Tamela Hancock Murray of the Steve Laube Agency and is a multi-award-winning writer, an active ACFW member, and ACFW Virginia president. Connect with Deena through her website, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
17 Comments
Deena Adams
Congratulations Dave! You’re the winner of Jennifer’s book. She’ll be in touch soon!
Jennifer Hallmark
Congratulations, Dave!
Jennifer Hallmark
Thanks, Cherie. I really enjoyed the research and fleshing out the main character, Jessie.
Cherie J
I enjoyed the interview and enjoyed learning about your book Jennifer. I think it is wonderful that it is about someone who is disabled.
Deena Adams
Hi Cherie. Thanks so much for watching the interview and joining the conversation! I’m sure you would enjoy Jennifer’s book.
Sharon K Connell
Deena, you do a very nice interview. I enjoyed learning about Jennifer Hallmark’s work. My best wishes to you, Jennifer.
Jennifer+Hallmark
Thanks so much, Sharon. It was my first Zoom interview and it was fun 🙂
Deena Adams
Thanks Sharon! If you’re interested in doing an interview on my blog, let me know!
Jennifer Cook
As a fellow Jennifer who writes, I would love a copy of a book about HOPE! Cheers with my morning tea,
J Cook
Deena Adams
Hi Jennifer! Thanks for watching!
Jennifer Hallmark
I love to meet other ‘Jennifer’ writers. 😃 Thanks for stopping by!
Dave
Hi Jennifer!
So good to see you here with Deena.
Deena Adams
Thanks for stopping by, Dave! I appreciate your support.
Jennifer+Hallmark
Thanks, Dave. 🙂
Teresa+Moyer
Great interview. I look forward to checking your book out. I like the idea of a disabled character being in your book.
Deena Adams
It’s a great book, Teresa. I’m sure you would enjoy it. Thanks for watching!
Jennifer+Hallmark
Thanks, Teresa. My dad was in a wheelchair from the time I was little so I never remember him walking. (spinal disease) To me, he was normal so I tried to write Jessie’s Hope with that in mind…