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This year, two of our titles, Alara’s Call by Kristen Stieffel and Spark by J.M. Hackman, won the 2018 Excellence in Editing Award, sponsored by the Christian Editor Connection.

Not only was Spark also on the long list for the 2018 INSPYs Awards, Alara’s Call is a finalist for the 2018 Realm Awards, sponsored by Realm Makers, and a semi-finalist for the 2018 Royal Palm Literary Awards, sponsored by the Florida Writers Association.

And just when we thought it couldn’t get any better than that, we found out that Ending Fear by Deanna Fugett is also a finalist for the 2018 Alliance Award, sponsored by Realm Makers.

{Check out all of these titles here.}

We are so proud of our authors, and we are thrilled all of the hard work they put into writing the best speculative fiction stories are being recognized.

Did you know we are this year’s bookstore sponsor for Realm Makers?

Each attendee will received a free paperback copy of Beast Hunter by Michele Israel Harper, and all of our books will be on sale for a discounted price in the Realm Makers bookstore.

Most of our authors will be signing their books at the Realm Makers Book Festival on Saturday, July 21st from 7:30-10 PM EST.

{More details here.}

Be sure to snag your favorite title of ours and have it signed by your favorite author!

Happy reading!

~The L2L2 Publishing Team

*Realm Makers graphic © Kirk DouPonce of DogEared Design. Used by permission.

Beast Hunter

Beast Hunter

Will Ro have the courage to seek her own fate instead of the one pressed upon her?

A curse has overtaken Ro's kingdom, blackening the soil, wiping out crops, and bringing ruin. When Ro kills a wolf, an idea begins to form. Could she become a huntress to provide for her family?

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Ro’s people are starving. A curse has overtaken her land, blackening the soil, wiping out crops, and bringing ruin to all. She doesn’t know what to do.

The only people who thrive are the huntsmen, brought in by the mysterious Gautier to stem the flow of ravenous creatures looking for food.

When Ro accidentally kills a wolf, an idea begins to form. Could she become a huntress? Earn enough livres to feed her family?

But her world is shattered when her father promises her to a beast in exchange for his own life. If she doesn’t go, a curse will fall on her family worse than the one destroying their land. But Ro is determined to save her family another way.

Will Ro have the courage to seek her own fate instead of the one pressed upon her?

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Author: Michele Israel Harper
Series: Beast Hunters, Book 0
Genres: Fairy Tale, Fantasy
ASIN: B078KPF1XP
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Thank you, everyone who participated in Deanna Fugett’s blog tour, whether by hosting our author on your blog or even by sharing or reading her posts. You made it a success!

Are you missing a scavenger hunt clue? Here is a list of Fugett’s blog stops so you may gather all clues and enter the final sentence into this Google Docs form. The prize? A paperback of Ending Fear and its coloring book!

And here is the final clue for the Scavenger Hunt!

The giveaway of Ending Fear and its coloring book will end two weeks from today, or August 6th at midnight EST.

Also, we want to thank everyone who participated in the cover reveal for Alara’s Call by Kristen Stieffel.

Thank you for sharing Kristen Stieffel’s cover! (This may not be a complete list, and we apologize if we missed anyone.)

Jebraun Clifford (Blog Post)

Jennette Mbewe (Blog Post)

Gretchen Engel

Laura A. Grace (Blog Post)

Laurie Lucking

Deanna Fugett

Diane Kirkpatrick

Lee Kirkpatrick

Teresa TL Bruce

Linda Lisak

Ralene Burke

J.M. Hackman (Blog Post)

Deborah Dunson

Tina Yeager

Michele Israel Harper (Blog Post)

And last but not least, the author herself: Kristen Stieffel (Blog Post)

Did you share Alara’s Call’s cover the day of the reveal? Please let us know in the comments!

 

Next stop, Realm Makers!

Jebraun Clifford and Michele Israel Harper will be taking manuscript pitches at this writers’ conference, and they cannot wait to hear what you’ve written. We hope to see you next weekend!

Then join Michele Israel Harper the following weekend as she speaks at Taylor’s Professional Writing Conference. She will be speaking on the subjects of “Writing Fantasy for the Christian Marketplace” and “So You Want To Be Published: But Are You Ready?”

See the full list of classes here.

Happy reading!

~The L2L2 Publishing Team

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Ending Fear releases in two days! Be sure to pre-order your ebook copy for $2.99 before it goes up to $4.99 after the launch.

And on Thursday, we are having a Facebook Release Party to celebrate Ending Fear’s release. Hosted by the author herself, Laura A. Grace, and Michele Israel Harper, this party is overflowing with fun, games, and prizes. See you there!

Check out Deanna’s blog tour and scavenger hunt here (the prize is one copy of Ending Fear as well as its companion coloring book). The posts have been wonderful this past week, and we look forward to the coming week’s blog stops as well.

Thank you for joining us to celebrate our newest release, Ending Fear by Deanna Fugett!

Want to be a part of the cover reveal of Alara’s Call by Kristen Stieffel?

Sign up now!

We will reveal the cover Friday, July 21st, and we would love for you to share it as well. It is lovely!

Have an unpublished manuscript to pitch to us? The only submissions we are accepting this year are those pitched to us at conference appointments.

Come see us at Realm Makers, Taylor University’s Professional Writing Conference, or Indiana Faith and Writing Conference.

We cannot wait to see what marvelous books have been written over this past year!

Happy Reading!

~The L2L2 Publishing Team

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We are pleased to announce we will be taking submissions at Realm Makers this year!

The conference boasts an incredible lineup of sessions and industry professionals, including Ted Dekker as the keynote speaker.

This also happens to be one of our favorite writers’ conferences, simply because it caters to authors of speculative fiction. What’s not to love? You have to check out this incredible conference.

Do you have a completed manuscript?

Acquisitions Editor Michele Israel Harper and Editorial Assistant Jebraun Clifford will be taking pitches and proposals.

What are we looking for?

Visit the submissions page to find out!

And sign up for a pitch session here.

Also, two of our titles, Rebirth and Zombie Takeover, are finalists for the 2017 Excellence in Editing Award! The winner will be announced at the SoCal Christian Writers’ Conference June 22–24 at Biola University in La Mirada, California and again at Realm Makers.

See the announcement here.

Congratulations Amy Brock McNew and Michele Israel Harper!

Both conferences have incredible sessions, stellar faculty, and keynote speakers you do not want to miss. We cannot recommend SoCal Christian Writers’ Conference and Realm Makers highly enough.

See you there?

Happy Reading!

~The L2L2 Publishing Team

*Realm Makers Banner by Kirk DouPonce of Dog-Eared Design

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We have a wonderful lineup of events scheduled for 2017, and we are thrilled to share them with you!

After a whirlwind of events, conferences, and conventions in 2016, we decided to be extremely selective this year in order to focus on what we do best: bringing you premier speculative fiction.

We painfully decided to cut a few of the events we attended last year and hopefully add them back in the following years.

Book Expo America, ACFW, Comic Con Indianapolis, Kingdom Come Festival, and Kokomo Con are all dear to our hearts, and we will do our best to have representatives at their 2018 or 2019 events.

So, without further ado, here is our 2017 schedule of events:

Indianapolis Homeschool Convention

March 24-25

Indiana State Fairgrounds

Indianapolis, IN

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PENCON

May 4-6

DoubleTree by Hilton Atlanta–Buckhead

Atlanta, GA

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TeenCon 2017

July 15, 10am-3pm

New Castle-Henry County Public Library

New Castle, IN

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Realm Makers

July 27-29

Atlantis Casino Resort

Reno, NV

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Taylor University’s Professional Writing Conference

August 4-5

Taylor University

Upland, IN

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Gen Con

August 17-20

Indianapolis Convention Center and Lucas Oil Stadium

Indianapolis, IN

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Indiana Faith and Writing Conference

October 21, 8am-6pm

Anderson University

Anderson, IN

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Representatives from L2L2 Publishing will be at each of these events, taking pitches, selling our fiction, or hosting book signings for one or several of our authors. We hope to see you there!

Happy Reading!

~The L2L2 Publishing Team

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Honorable Mentions:

Indiana Comic Con

April 14-16

Indianapolis Convention Center

Indianapolis, IN

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Book Expo America 2017

May 31-June 2

Javits Center

New York City, NY

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Book Con

June 3-4

Javits Center

New York City, NY

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Kingdom Come Festival

June 16-17

Howard County Vietnam Veterans Grounds

Greentown, IN

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Once Upon a Book Author Fair and Caught in the Classics Ball

August 11-12

Bavarian Inn Lodge

Frankenmuth, MI

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American Christian Fiction Writers 2017 Annual Conference

September 21-24

Gaylord Texan Resort

Grapevine, TX

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Kokomo-Con

October 14th, 10am-6pm

Kokomo Event and Conference Center

Kokomo, IN

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Indy Author Fair

October 14, 10 a.m-5 p.m.

Indiana Author Awards

October 14, 6:30 p.m.

Indianapolis Central Library

Indianapolis, IN

We are pleased to welcome Kristen Stieffel to the L2L2 Publishing family!

Her novel, Alara’s Call, captured us immediately with its imagination, fierce battles, and political intrigue. We are certain this fantasy novel will capture your heart as well.

Here is a quick synopsis:

Many novels feature heroes who fulfill ancient prophecies. Alara’s Call is about a woman who gives new ones.

Alara sees visions of other people’s futures, but that can’t solve her present problems. A young clergywoman, she has been assigned to a mission abroad but longs to lead a congregation in her homeland. Her father, the leader of their country, jeopardizes her dream and her safety when he coerces her into what he calls a diplomatic mission. But it’s a ruse. The trip is meant to end with her marriage to the crown prince of the foreign nation Makut, where members of Alara’s faith are persecuted.

Despite heroic efforts by her friends, sworn to protect her, soldiers break into the inn where Alara has taken refuge. A skilled martial artist, she holds them off valiantly, but she is outnumbered. They overwhelm her, and she is captured.

Imprisoned at the foreign king’s palace, Alara hopes they will honor the diplomatic treaty. But the Makutians, interpreting in their language the treaty her father signed, insists she marry their crown prince. Alara must decide if she is willing to serve God anywhere, even though preaching in Makut might cost her life.

This novel is brilliantly written. Its characters are vibrant, and the adventure doesn’t stop for a moment.

We cannot wait to bring you this wonderful book!

And now a little about the lovely author herself.

Kristen Stieffel is a writer and freelance editor specializing in speculative fiction. She has edited a variety of projects, including business nonfiction and Bible studies, but she is a novelist at heart and has edited novels in many genres for both the general market and the Christian submarket. She is associate editor of Havok, a flash fiction magazine focused on science fiction and fantasy.

Kristen provides a full range of editorial services: copywriting and ghostwriting; manuscript critique; developmental, substantive, and line editing; copyediting; and proofreading. A key part of her business is mentoring writers so they can improve their skills, navigate the publishing process, and serve their audiences. Kristen sees teaching as her primary gift and approaches editing as an educational opportunity.

Kristen is a member of the Editorial Freelancers Association, Christian Editor Connection, and American Christian Fiction Writers, where she served several years on the board of the Central Florida chapter. She is also a mentor with Word Weavers International and serves on the planning committee for Realm Makers, the only conference for Christians who write speculative fiction.

As co-chair of the Florida Writers Association youth program, Kristen teaches at and helps organize its annual conference and leads an online critique group for middle and high school students. Other conferences she has taught at include the Florida Christian Writers Conference, Speculative Fiction: Southeast, Realm Makers, the PENCON Christian editors conference, and the national conference of the Editorial Freelancers Association.

Prior to becoming a freelance editor, Kristen worked for twenty years at Orlando Business Journal, a weekly newspaper for executives and small business owners. After serving in both the advertising and graphic design departments, Kristen transferred to the newsroom as a page designer and copyeditor. During her ten years in the newsroom, she wrote more than a thousand articles, columns, and opinion pieces. One of Kristen’s favorite tasks was writing and recording a daily stock market report for a local radio station.

An elder in the Presbyterian Church USA, Kristen serves as clerk of session at her church and teaches adult Bible studies. Despite living in Florida, Kristen is an avid knitter. In the state that pioneered air conditioning, most sweaters are worn indoors.

Kristen’s publishing credits include “Immolation,” a contemporary flash fiction story in the anthology Revisions: Stories of Starting Over, October 2015; “The Elven Maid,” a fantasy flash fiction story in the July 2015 issue of Havok; and “Flight,” a science fiction novella in the anthology Medieval Mars, July 2015.

This is most definitely one author you’ll want to follow. Check out Kristen’s website (www.KristenStieffel.com), or her Facebook, Twitter, Goodreads, Google+, and Pinterest pages.

We cannot wait to get this incredible book into your hands!

Happy Reading!

~The L2L2 Publishing Team

P.S. Just a quick reminder that submissions are only open for 10 more days.

And, Reconciliation’s cover reveal and release date are coming soon.

Thank you so much!

*Headshot by Emilie Hendryx of E.A. Creative Photography. Used by permission.

In case you haven’t heard, L2L2 Publishing will be accepting submissions at Realm Makers this year.

What exactly is Realm Makers? We’re so glad you asked.

Realm Makers is a speculative Christian writers’ conference, geared toward writers who love the fantastical, the weird, and the out of this world.

To quote their website, their mission is:

To provide a faith-friendly symposium for writers and artists, focused on science fiction, fantasy, and all their sub-genres. Whether participating artists wish to gear their content for the inspirational or mainstream marketplace, they have a place at Realm Makers.

Realm Makers recently featured acquisitions editor Michele Israel Harper on their blog, Faith and Fantasy Alliance. Harper will be representing L2L2 Publishing at this event, and she expounds in this article on what to expect at your pitch session as well as what to bring.

Read the article here.

Will you be able to attend Realm Makers this year? Not sure?

Learn all about the conference here. There is truly nothing like it.

We look forward to meeting with you!

Happy Reading!

~The L2L2 Publishing Team

*Realm Makers Banner created and copyrighted ©2016 by Becky Minor. Used by Permission.

We have confirmed our schedule of events for 2016. If you happen to be in the area, please stop by and see us!

First stop: Kingdom Come Festival ~ June 17-18, 2016 ~ Facebook Page ~ Event Page

Howard Co. Vietnam Veterans Organization Grounds ~ 8313 County Rd. E 400 S ~ Greentown, IN

Kingdom Come Festival is a free Christian Rock Concert, dedicated to ministry and outreach. We are thrilled to be a vendor at Kingdom Come Festival 2016.

Teen Con ~ Saturday, July 23, 2016 ~ 12-3pm ~ Website

New Castle-Henry Co. Public Library ~ 376 South 15th Street ~ New Castle, IN 47362

The New Castle-Henry Co. Public Library is a lovely structure, rich in history and overflowing with innovation. Krystal Stanich is overseeing the 2nd Teen Con at NCHCPL after a very successful event last year.

The Courier Times wrote an article on last year’s event, and The Star Press has an image gallery from last year. IndyWebComics has a feature on this year’s event. Check them out to see what this event will be like! And come see us!

Realm Makers ~ July 28-30, 2016 ~ Website

Villanova University ~ 800 E. Lancaster Avenue ~ Villanova, PA 19085

Realm Makers is a writers’ conference where faith and fantasy collide. Anything fun, crazy, and “out there” goes. Frequently referred to by attendees as the most fun writers’ conference in existence, we encourage you to experience it for yourself.

Also, we have an exclusive opportunity for those attending Realm Makers. Love2ReadLove2Write Publishing will be accepting submissions at the 2016 Realm Makers. Since general submissions will not open until early next year, this is an excellent opportunity for authors to show us their best work. Michele Israel Harper, author and acquisitions editor, will be representing us at this event.

Gen Con Indy 2016 ~ August 4-7 ~ Website

Indiana Convention Center ~ 100 S. Capitol Ave ~ Indianapolis, IN 46225

Hailed as “the best four days in gaming,” Gen Con Indy is much more than the elaborate games for which it is known. Outstanding costumes, author alley, exhibitions, award-winning artists and authors, and thousands of events make up just a smidgeon of this highly-anticipated occasion.

And this year, we get to be a part of it. Wear your best costume, come see us at author alley, and get your game on!

American Christina Fiction Writers Conference ~ August 25-28, 2016 ~ Website

Omni Hotels & Resorts ~ Omni Nashville Hotel ~ 250 Fifth Avenue South ~ Nashville, TN 37203

We have been approved as a vendor for ACFW’s Marketplace! This is an exciting opportunity for L2L2 Publishing, and we hope to meet many aspiring and well-established authors, as well as enjoy ACFW classes and the relaxation the resort has to offer. This is the largest Christian writers’ conference, and it is truly thrilling to be a part of the voice of Christian fiction. Will we meet you there?

Indiana Faith and Writing Conference (IFWC) ~ October 28-29, 2016 ~ Website

Anderson University ~ 1100 E. Fifth Street ~ Anderson, IN 46012

Our final event for the year will be Anderson University’s Indiana Faith and Writing Conference.

This small writers’ conference is rich in academic and CBA publishing information, with exciting workshops this year about pitching and writing one’s first screenplay, writing unforgettable characters, and the fine art of handling rejection.

Our fiction will tentatively be at IFWC’s book fair.

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Our publishing house will be represented at each of these events, displaying our fiction, and featuring a few of our authors to sign their books for you. We hope to see you there!

~The L2L2 Publishing Team

Honorable Mentions:

These events were either sold out, at the same time as other events, or simply too much to plan in one year. But if you are able to attend, they are worth mentioning. We would love to be there as well!

Indiana Comic Con ~ vendor tables sold out ~ April 29-May 1 ~ Website

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Book Expo America 2016 ~ Website

Absolutely everything new and trending in the book publishing industry.

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PENCON ~ May 19-21 ~ Colorado Springs, CO ~ Website

The only conference focused solely on editing! We hope to be there next year!

Kathy Ide, author of Proofreading Secrets of Bestselling Authors and founder of The Christian Pen: Proofreaders and Editors Network, also began PENCON. This is their third year. Exciting schedule of editing classes!

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Taylor University’s Professional Writing Conference ~ August 5-6 ~ Website

Taylor University has one of the top Professional Writing Degrees in the Country, and this is their first year hosting a writers’ conference. Their line-up of speakers, editors, and agents is incredible. And the two-day conference is only $99 for two full days. We would love to be able to go! It just happens to be the same time as Gen Con this year.

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Indiana Authors Awards ~ Indianapolis Main Library ~ October 29 ~ Website

A day full of free classes, and a black-tie awards banquet in the evening.

It is the same weekend as the Indiana Faith and Writing Conference.

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Will you be able to attend any of these events?

Comment below and let us know!

Happy New Year!

Love2ReadLove2Write Publishing is proud to announce our tentative schedule for 2016.

April 29-May 1, 2016 ~ Indianapolis Convention Center ~ Indianapolis, IN ~ Website

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July 23, 2016 ~ TeenCon ~ New Castle, IN ~ Website

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July 28-30, 2016 ~ Campus of Villanova University ~ Philadelphia, PA ~ Website

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August 4-7, 2016 ~ Indianapolis Convention Center ~ Indianapolis, IN ~ Website

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August 25-28, 2016 ~ Omni Hotel and Resort ~ Nashville, TN ~ Website

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Most likely at the end of October 2016 ~ Anderson University ~ Anderson, IN ~ Website

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Not all of the events are confirmed, but we sincerely hope to take our fiction to each of these conferences.

Subscribe to receive updates on each of these events, and we hope to see you there!

~The L2L2 Publishing Team