Welcome to Writing for Christ Dani
Pettrey, it is great to have you here! So you’re a writer? What made you decide
to start creating characters and story world?
I’ve always loved daydreaming and making up stories in my head. After the
birth of my second daughter and a bout with a serious illness, God really put
it on my heart to start putting some of these stories and ideas down on paper.
I spent years just doodling (as I like to call it) before I decided to get
serious about writing, but looking back I can see it was all part of the
process.
What is the one title that has
significantly impacted your life?
Screwtape Letters by C.S. Lewis. It really lets you see things from a
different perspective and really impacted my walk with Christ.
If you could get a do-over when it
came to learning this whole thing called writing, what would you go back and
tell yourself?
Relax. God’s got it all under control. Everything happens in His timing.
There’s no need to compare yourself or your writing timeline with anyone
else’s. God only made one you so no one can tell a story exactly like you.
Embrace how He’s made you unique and let that shine through in your writing.
5 preference questions:
Homemade or take-out? Homemade
Email or snailmail? Email
Online shopping or Black Friday
deals? Online shopping
Books or movies? Both J
Note-taker or memorization? Note
taker
Yes, I’m asking you to play
favorites…which of your books is your favorite, published or unpublished? And
if this is your debut novel, has your favorite been published yet?
Such a hard question. I love different things about all of my books. I
love Cole and Bailey’s romance and the historical angle in Submerged. I love
Piper and Landon’s bond and the mystery element in Shattered. I love Gage’s
playfulness and Darcy’s curiosity in Stranded, but at the moment at least,
Silenced is my favorite. Jake and Kayden’s story has been revealing itself
since book one and it’s been so fun seeing their story come to life.
Places for readers to learn more
about you?
My website: www.danipettrey.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/danipettrey
Twitter: www.twitter.com/DaniPettrey
Thank you for being with us today!
Thanks so much for having me,
Casey. Always love visiting your blog.
Readers, enter to win Dani's here!
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Contest is only open in the U.S. and void where prohibited. Chances of winning are based on the number of entries and winner is draw from a non-biased third party- Random.org. I am not responsible for any lost or damaged items for said prize.
Thanks for coming by to enter! Contest ends on June 6th
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It was fun to read about Dani's preferences and I would agree with all of them. Your book sounds terrific! Sonja dot Nishimoto at gmail dot com
ReplyDeleteInteresting to hear how Screwtape Letters had such an impact. That Uncle Screwtape packs a punch to knock folks down to where they can think rightly about the devil's methods and the vulnerabilities of people.
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I'd love to be the recipient of this book. Sounds like a good one. Surprisingly, I haven't read any of Dani's books yet.
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I'm a follower
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And, I'm a subscriber
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I've heard such wonderful things about this wonderful series, and would love to opportunity to win a copy of Silenced!! Thank you so very much for the opportunity to read it! I'm a follower, via GFC under the name Bethany. Thanks!
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I'm also an email subscriber. Thanks!
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Thanks for sharing this interview, Casey! I've heard SO much about this book, I'm going to have to read it whether I win it or not. :)
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This books sounds wonderful. I am an email subscriber. Amccalli(at) gmail (dot)(com)
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I can't wait to read Kayden and Jake's story. Thanks for the interview and giveaway --Mrs. Pettrey's author photo looks gorgeous! Is it new?
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Relaxing and letting God be in control is great advice for all of us! Please add me for Silenced, I can't wait to read it. Thanks.
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I would love to win a copy of this book!! Sounds like it has been on the "drawing board" for a long time. rmaney (at) firstarpchurch (dot) org.
ReplyDeleteI've not read any of this series, but am really looking forward to them. My sister read one of them and really enjoyed it.
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Oh, my FAVORITE question to authors is, which is your favorite book? I LOVE that you ask that Casey! Soooo interesting to know that Dani's favorite is Silenced-Kayden and Jake. Really cool! They are wonderful books. My def. favorites of Dani's books are Landon and Piper! Dani's probably sick of hearing this on Twitter teehee!
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Casey,
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Hugs,
Dani
Hi Casey,
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My sister recommended Screwtapes Letter but I have not read it. I will read itin a couple of weeks.
ReplyDeleteI am so happy that Silenced is not the last book in the series. I love reading series but I am always sad when it end.
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Great interview! Have LOVED the previous books and am eagerly awaiting Silenced! Thanks for the giveaway!
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ReplyDeleteCan't wait to read this book! Loved all the others.
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I enjoy reading Dani Pettrey's books.
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Would love to read this book!
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I'm looking forward to reading this book.
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Thanks for sharing another great site for finding Christian books--I forgot to write my email in last post... sdmjlom@gmail.com
ReplyDeleteThanks for the amazing Alaska Courage series & another great interview, Dani! I love finding new sites to read about new authors or my favorite authors--and Dani, you are one of my favorites : ) If you haven't read this series--start from the beginning as it is well worth the read! I just reread it to get ready for her latest book--Jake & Kayden's story. Loved it & can't wait for Reef's story!!!
ReplyDeleteI've gotten "hooked" on the series, so am eager to read Silenced
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I love this series! Hoping to meet Dani at a book signing in July!
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I've been reading this series, can't wait to read this one too.
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