Gripping, heart wrenching, poignant, fast paced, tender, descriptive … these are all adjectives that aptly describe Catharine West’s debut novel Yesterday’s Tomorrow. It’s the story of Kristin Taylor, a young reporter out to prove herself by going into the field during the Vietnam War. In the midst of the horror and carnage she finds out what it means to be a friend, a lover, a Christian - a human being. This unfortunate era in US history is well researched yet never pedantic.…

FLIGHT OF SHADOWS is the sequel to Brower’s futuristic thriller BROKEN ANGEL. In this Sci-Fi series, scientists have learned to splice human genetic material together with other life forms to create new hybrids. Most of the experiments have failed, except for one – a girl named Caitlyn Brown. In this second novel, Caitlyn has just escaped from the oppression of a closed culture known as ‘Appalachia’ , where she and her scientist father had retreated  for her safety. She soon discovers,…

HEAL THE WOUNDED is the second in a trilogy by Canadian author Lynn Dove.  The entire series is aimed toward the YA market, but it is worth reading no matter what your age. In HEAL THE WOUNDED , we are introduced to several teenagers who are facing some tough problems. First, Jake, a Christian from a loving family, has to deal with the fact that his mother has been diagnosed with cancer. He is still reeling from the death of a close friend and wonders where God is in all of this. His…

DESTINY’S DREAM by Delia Latham has it all. There’s romance, mystery and action – all very skillfully woven together into a well told and satisfying story. Add to that a solid presentation of the gospel using real and believable characters, and you have a recipe for a great Christian romance novel. These elements on their own are enough to make this book worth reading, but Latham has taken her story telling to another whole level. There were so many unique things about this book that I’m not…

I'm excited to tell you about the launch of a brand new Christian Book Award - The Grace Awards. This is a totally reader based award, where YOU, the reader, can vote for your favorite books of 2010 in a number of categories.

What do you have to do? As long as you have an individual social networking page, (facebook, twitter, LinkedIn, MySpace, Ning etc ... ) that has been up and running for three months prior to the opening of voting, you can nominate your favorite book of…

First Impressions by Michelle Sutton

If you are looking for straight up romance from a Christianworldview, Michelle Sutton is the author for you. First Impressions is thefirst in the Tombstone Treasures Trilogy, a series of romance novels whosemain characters work in the historic town of Tombstone, many as part time actors that helpbring a sense of authenticity to this…

In All Things is the sequel to Shawna Williams’ debut novel NoOther, a touching and heart felt story of God’s faithfulnessamidst the seemingly impossible circumstances surrounding a young couple whofind themselves in love during the post World War Two era. I loved NoOther and was quite honestly skeptical about what a sequel might hold.When I first started to read In All Things, I almost didn’t wantto continue. I…

What’s a girl to do? Joleen Allen is on the hunt. For a man, that is. Unfortunately, every time the mother of five meets a prospect, he falls for one of her daughters instead!…

My post on 'Romantic Suspense' as part of the ECFL Summer long blog tour is up and running. Check it out - or all the exciting discussion centered around this emerging sub-genre!

www.tracykraussexpressionexpress.blogspot.com/2010/08/ecfl-blog-tour-romantic-suspense.html

No Other by Shawna K. Williams is a beautifully written romance set in post WWII America. Anti-German sentiment is prevalent, and one family in particular has had to endure much hardship because if it. Now that the war…

Today I held my first ever book signing (I'm a bit slow on the uptake ...) and for all intents and purposes, I believe it was a success! I had fun, I chatted with some old friends and met new people and I sold a few books. Gotta love it!

Also, check the new look of my blog www.tracykraussexpressionexpress.blogspot.com

I am still taking entries for my give away of a copy of my book "And The Beat Goes On" until…

Every been uncomfortable with all the self promotion? I posted today as part of a group from ChristianWriters.com on the topic "The Disomfort Zone" Check out the entire idscussion and follow the blog chain!

http://www.tracykraussexpressionexpress.blogspot.com/2010/07/discomfort-zone.html…

'Edgy Christian Fiction Lovers' Summer Blog Tour' starts today! All summer, every Monday and Wednesday, there will a different post by an author of 'Edgy' Christian fiction. Check out the launchat…

Check out the latest video trailer for my Romantic susopense novel - "And The Beat Goes On'

www.youtube.com/watch?v=4KBPF_qKJe8

I was thrilled to be hosted by Dallas Woodburn on her blog today. She did a great interview (I think) with some very interesting and thought provoking questions. Check out her interview where we discuss my book "And The Beat GoesOn', among other things. www.dallasswoodburn.blogspot.com/interview-with-tracy-krauss-author.html

Also, I was honored to host author Michelle Sutton on my…

Wanted to share this positive review here for And The Beat Goes On.