As an avid encourager and lover of the underdog, Cynthia writes Heartfelt, Homespun Fiction from the beautiful Midwest. She is the author of Her Hope Discovered and the award-winning Welcome to Ruby series.
“Cindy” has a degree in psychology and a background in social work. She is a member of ACFW and RWA. She is a 2020 Selah Award Winner, a 2020 Selah Award Double-Finalist, a 2017 ACFW Genesis Finalist, a 2016 ACFW Genesis Double-Finalist, and a 2015 ACFW First Impressions Winner. Her work is represented by WordServe Literary.
Besides writing, Cindy has a fondness for vintage cookbooks, old movie classics, and the Missouri Ozarks. She enjoys adventure, traveling, and meeting new friends and learning their stories.
Why I Write Heartfelt, Homespun Fiction
I’m often asked why I write heartwarming fiction fused with elements of faith. Because I’m a Christian, I know that “with Christ all things are possible.” Circumstances are merely miracles in the making, and true love really does exist!
God can take real people with real needs and real hurts and meet us right where we are. And in matters of the heart, our Heavenly Father longs to do just that.
We weren’t created to live a life of mediocrity. Through Jesus Christ, God’s son, we have the incredible opportunity to do more, have more, and be more than we ever dreamed possible.
Money, fame, and fortune are temporary. Their benefits are fleeting.
God’s word assures us, however, of this uncompromisable truth: “…And now these three remain: faith, hope, and love. But the greatest of these is love.” (1 Corinthians 13:13 NIV)
I pray that in your quest for love that you will first seek a relationship with Him (Romans 10:9), and second, you’ll share this gift with others. (Matthew 28:19)
Moreover, to unlove because of affiliation, orientation, politics, or food choices?
Heaven, help us.
God doesn’t color-code sanctification according to our blemish-free perception of who deserves love—grace.
We do know this, however, regarding hate:
“…There are six things the Lord hates, seven that are detestable to him: haughty eyes, a lying tongue, hands that shed innocent blood, a heart that devises wicked schemes, feet that are quick to rush into evil, a false witness who pours out lies and a person who stirs up conflict in the community.” (Proverbs 6:16-19 NIV)
My stories are dedicated to those whose voices aren’t necessarily the loudest.
They’re the steadfast.
The hopeful.
The helpful.
The joy-sharers.
The fruit-bearers.
The ones who hold the hate and pass the love—without reservation.
The folks who seek light, in spite of the dark.
May we love fiercely.
Always.
Together.
Much Love and Many Blessings,
Cindy
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