"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.
Milton, here:
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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.
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Hi Kristy and Milton,
I am so happy to hear Kristy was able to go to church today and enjoy that time with her church family. I know that has to be a great encouragement for you and for them. God is so good. His love never fails, and nothing can separate us from that love.
Praising the Lord with you today,
Carrie
Praise God that Kristy was able to go to church today.
My prayers are with your family as I read your blog every day.
Jesus loves you and yours.
The Lord is mighty, and has shown such mercy and favor. Praising God with you two!
It was so good to see Kristy in church today and her testimony was so powerful. The joy that was on her face and in her voice had such an impact on me, and I'm sure on everyone else. It's not everyday that you witness faith of that magnitude and it was a privilege to be there. I can't wait to see the video tomorrow. To everyone who wasn't there: you will be blessed when you see it!
Julia Healey
I can hardly wait. The joy of the Lord is our strength. Blessings and prayers,
I am so amazed and Praise the Lord for this blessing. God Is Faithful and Good!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Oh Milton, oh Kristy---I praise the Lord WITH YOU! BEING IN CHURCH ON SUNDAY - Wow!!!!! God is truly SOOOOOOO GOOOOOOD! I am antsy with anticipation of "that video" - It's like you have a movie coming out :) LOL! Have a wonderful Monday!!!!!!!!!!!
Lots of Love, from Tennessee
That is GREAT to hear!
WAY TO GO, GOD!
:Our God is an awesome God.....
God bless!
Bro. Dykes and Kristy,
We're praising the Lord with you! Yesterday as I sat in church, I prayed for you and specifically wondered if you had been able to attend. We join you in giving honor and praise to the Lord! You both continue to give evidence of God's faithfulness! Please know that we're being helped and encouraged by your blog! So thankful for your witness!
Much love and Many prayers,
Mike, Lisa, and MaryLisa
P.S. We here in Alabama really like your hat, Bro. Dykes:) At 3 years old, MaryLisa is saying "Roll Tide" :)
Kristy,
For all the people reading who did not have the pleasure, I want to share with them that you were positively radiant on Sunday and what a joy to be able to hug you and feel your love and see the light in you that shines so brightly! You are such an inspiring example of grace and class. GOD BLESS YOU! You and Pastor Dykes have been in a our prayers every day and will continue to be.
Much love,
Dawn Scott
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