"When I found the one I love, I held him and would not let him go" (Song of Solomon 3:4). My name is Kristy Dykes, and I write Christian love stories for Barbour Publishing...perhaps because I live with a hero husband. At this site, I cover marriage, romance, and Christian fiction. These book titles make me smile--and offer great truths: Sometimes I Wake Up Grumpy and Sometimes I Let Him Sleep, Love Extravagantly, Every Marriage Is A Fixer-Upper, Red-Hot Monogamy.
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“Pizzazz! Enthusiasm! High energy! Those are a few of the words that describe Kristy Dykes. From the moment she steps up to the platform, she captivates your attention. As both a writer and a speaker, Kristy is moving and motivating. She will touch your heart with love and laughter.”-- FLORENCE LITTAUER. A former newspaper columnist, Kristy Dykes is an award-winning author of 10 Christian fiction titles as well as over 600 articles in many publications including two New York Times subsidiaries. Her titles have been on the Christian bestsellers list and Top 20 List at christianbook.com, and have won many awards including Second Place in the 2007 Barclay Gold, Third Place in the 2007 Inspirational Readers Choice Contest, and Third Place in the ACFW 2006 Book of the Year Contest (novella category). Kristy writes a column for the ezine of the inspirational chapter of Romance Writers of America, has taught at many conferences and two colleges, and speaks for women's and writers' events. Living a kaleidoscopic life as a pastor’s wife, she jokes that she has 1.2 million acts of kindness in circulation instead of 1.2 million books. And she loves every minute of it!
Kristy won Second Place in the 2007 Barclay Gold for her novella "Angel Food" in the 4-in-1 collection Kiss the (Cook) Bride. She won Third Place for the same title in the 2007 Inspirational Readers Choice Contest, awarded by FHL, the inspirational chapter of Romance Writers of America. Kristy also won Third Place in the 2006 Book of the Year Contest, awarded by American Christian Fiction Writers, for her novella "Reunited" in the 4-in-1 collection Wedded Bliss?.
1) The Heart of the Matter, a novel, is now available at christianbook.com. "Can Luke overcome his vain prejudice? Can Jeris allow her tender heart to trust again? Will they let God show them the heart of the matter?" (1 Samuel 16:7) 2) Kiss the Bride, a 4-in-1 novella collection, is also available. Coauthors: Kristy Dykes, Aisha Ford, Vickie McDonough, Carrie Turansky. Plot: Four restaurant owners discover a dash of hope, a dollop of longing, and a plateful of faith are the recipe for romance.
11 Comments:
"WELCOME HOME!" Possibly the happiest words in the English language--they sum up love and caring and warmth.
Welcome home, Kristy!
Thanks so much for keeping us informed, Milton. We're praying!
Janet S (Heartsong author)
"There is NO place like home." Those words spoken by Judy Garland in the last scenes of The Wizard of Oz always bring such comfort to me after I have been away on vacation or hospital stay. I truly hope they are comforting to you as well. May God continue giving good reports of healing and strength to each one of you. We love you. Jerry, Ginny, Mickey, and Sylveah(our kitten) Griffin.
Hallelujah! I'm so glad Kristy is home! She looks so beautiful.
She is in my prayers. God has the answer to every situation. Nothing is too difficult for Him, and with Him nothing is impossible. Medicine may say one thing, but only God's words matter. I am praying Psalm 91 over Kristy. With long life He will satisfy her and show her His salvation!
God bless you both. Your love for each other made me look at my own marriage. I realized that it could use some "sparks!" Thanks for being my inspiration. You both have much more to do as individuals - and as a couple. You will complete your course and finish your race!
N
Yahoo!! Doesn't it feel great to be home? I'm so happy that Kristy is back home. Thanks for keeping us up to date on this journey.
Still praying!
Vickie (author buddy)
That is the best news yet! Kristy you look wonderful. And isn't it a good feeling to be in your own bed with your family and grandkids nearby? No more trips to the hospital. Yahoo!!
May the Lord wrap you in love, peace and health in the days to come.
You are such a cute couple. Kristy looks rested and beautiful. God is good.
Thank you so much for sharing this journey with us.
Blessings.
Thanks for sharing this good news. It's a joy to see Kristy at home with her hero and her grandkids. I will pray that God will guide you each step of the way on this part of the journey. Hope you can just rest and enjoy this day together.
Sending love and prayers,
Carrie
Welcome Home Kristy :) You look great. How are those Life Hiccups?
Stay Strong...You Stay strong. I am confined to a wheelchair also.
The only thing I can say is at least we (you and I) won't get those wobbly arm muscles that appeared when we turned 40.
Have an awesome weekend.
Please tell Kristy that Mama Ruth, Brandilyn Collins' 90 year old mother is praying for Kristy and wants a daily update. :o)
Mama Ruth is the feistiest redhead you'll ever know. I'm sending her a copy of yoru blog each day so she can keep up with Kristy.
Mama Ruth is a strong prayer warrior. I know Heaven listens.
Hallelujah! I am crying tears of joy to to read the words and see the pictures of your homecoming. Kristy, you are just as beautiful as ever. No, even moreso than before as your light is shining SO BRIGHT. Stay strong, and we'll keep on praying for you, for Pastor, for your entire family for a speedy and pain-free recovery, and the miracle of a complete healing.
Love to you both,
Dawn & Skip Scott
Praising the Lord with you that Kristy is home and there is no greater gift then to be in the arms or your love ones, especially the grandchildren.
Please know that we are continuing to pray for all of you.
I don't know if Milton will be in the pulpit tomorrow morning but know that we'll be praying for him, if he is and asking the Lord to give him an extra portion as he delivers the Word.
All our love and prayers.
Paul & Lynn
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