NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Among this year’s winners of the Holt Medallion is author Jennifer Hudson Taylor’s Highland Blessings (Abingdon Press, May 2010), which received the honor of “Best First Book.”
Upon learning of the achievement, Taylor said “Winning the Holt Medallion Award in the Best First Book category is such an honor as it includes the first books from all the categories in mainstream romantic
fiction.”
Additionally, Highland Blessings, a romance set in 1473 Scotland, is a finalist in the Long Inspirational category.
“As an historical Christian romance author,” Taylor stated, “I hope more people realize that there truly is quality Christian romance that will appeal to readers beyond the CBA market. It's all about touching hearts, changing lives, and giving people encouragement to make it through their daily lives."
Since 1995, the Virginia Romance Writers (VRW) have recognized the achievements of published romance writers with the Holt Medallion Awards. According to the VRW website, medallions are awarded to the authors whose books are selected by a panel of romance readers as the best in each of twelve categories.
Jennifer Hudson Taylor is an award winning author of historical Christian fiction and a speaker on topics of faith, writing and publishing. Her work has appeared in national publications, such as Guideposts, Heritage Quest Magazine, Romantic Times Book Reviews, and The Military Trader. When she isn't writing, Jennifer enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, genealogy, and reading. Her upcoming novel, Highland
Sanctuary, releases in October 2011 from Abingdon Press.
For more information visit www.abingdonpress.com.
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Abingdon Press fiction includes stories of faith, hope, and love which explore the gray areas of
life—situations that seemingly have no clear-cut solutions. These stories strive to illuminate the
human condition and express God’s enduring love and grace for all. Abingdon Press also
publishes resources for church leaders, scholars, and students engaged in leading congregations
and theological education, and inspirational books and study materials that reach a broad
audience. Abingdon resources are available in Christian and general bookstores and from many
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Highland Blessings
By Jennifer Hudson Taylor
Abingdon Press, May 2010
ISBN: 978-1-4267-0226-6 • Category: Fiction • Price: $13.99 • Format: Softcover
7 comments:
Congratulations, Jennifer! What a sweet hug and kiss from the Lord for all your diligence. We're so proud of you!
That's wonderful, Jennifer! Congratulations.
Hooray! Congratulations, Jennifer!
Write on!
Because of Christ,
Sharon Kirk Clifton
Jennifer,
I am so happy for you. I am working on my first novel, although I have rewritten it about a dozen times as I learned more about what is expected and "how to" write. LOL! I don't think I will ever stop learning. So CONGRATS!!!!!!
Thank you, Valerie and Sharon!
Jeanette, That's the best way to describe it--a sweet kiss and hug from the Lord.
Tina, If it's any consolation, my debut novel was written rewritten and rewritten some more. Each new revision means you're one step closer as long as you don't give up.
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