Author: Dora Hiers

Book ‘Em NC

/ Dora Hiers
Book ‘Em NC is almost here! 
Saturday, February 25, from 9:30 – 4:00. 
If you live anywhere near the Lumberton, NC, area, stop by and check out books from more than 75 authors, including two New York Times bestselling authors, Carla Neggers and Michael Palmer, and more than 24 award-winning authors. And best of all, attendance is free!
From 3-3:45, make sure you step over to the Red Room for a panel discussion on Affairs of the Heart: Romance in Books with romance authors Lynette Hall Hampton, Karen McCullough, Ted Randler, and ME!
The Book ‘Em NC event will be held at Robeson Community College in Lumberton, North Carolina, located at the crossroads of Interstates 95 and 74.


The devil stealing your joy?

/ Dora Hiers / 2 Comments
The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full. John 10:10 (NIV)

Have you considered what the devil attempts to steal from you? 
Could it be your joy? Your peace?
Does he plant the seeds of doubt in your job, 
little nuggets of distrust in your relationships, 
or snippets of resentment towards your daily tasks?
Anything to rob you of your joy.

In May last year, about a week before my first book released, 
he paralyzed me with fear and self-doubt. 
Sure, I wrote a book, but I had no idea
how to navigate the confusing world of publishing. 
For two days, the devil robbed me of joy and peace until I rebuked him by calling on the name of Jesus.

Fast forward to this year. 

My second Christian romance releases on March 30th. 
Already the devil has attempted to rob me of my joy and peace. 
Maybe he decided to start earlier because he sensed he would have to work harder. Or maybe he thinks with all the fiery darts he zings at me that I’ll give up writing.
Plant a little seed of doubt here, throw in a nightmare about sleeping through a booksigning, and toss in a few fears that I still don’t know what I’m doing. 

I’m having none of it! 

“Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.” John 14:27b (NIV)
“If God is for us, who can be against us?” Romans 8:31b (NIV)
“So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” Isaiah 41:10 (NIV)

God promises that He will help me. He doesn’t want me to be troubled or afraid. He surely doesn’t want me to listen to the devil.
I trust God to vanquish my fears, to help me walk this path that He’s set before me and to hold my hand along the way. 
He’s done it before. 
I trust Him to do it again. 

What about you?
Is the devil stealing your joy today?

What is Book ‘Em NC?

/ Dora Hiers

Book ‘Em North Carolina
Writers Conference and Book Fair

ABOUT BOOK ‘EM NORTH CAROLINA

The Inaugural Book ‘Em North Carolina Writers Conference and Book Fair is scheduled for Saturday, February 25, 2012.

It is hosted by Robeson Community College, The Book ‘Em Foundation, Friends of the Robeson County Library, Robeson County Arts Council, Lumberton Visitors Bureau, the City of Lumberton and Communities In Schools.

An annual event is planned for the last Saturday each February. These events are open to the public and free for attendees, presenters and participating authors.

Book ‘Em North Carolina brings together authors under one roof to speak on a variety of subjects. Headliners are Carla Neggers, a suspense author who has appeared on the New York Times bestseller list more than 24 times; and Michael Palmer, author of medical thrillers, who has appeared on the New York Times bestseller list more than 9 times. They join more than 24 award-winning authors and more than 75 authors, total.

A series of talks will occur from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm:

  • Writers Conference Talks – for aspiring or published authors of all ages; 
  • Children’s Corner – readings for younger children as well as talks through young adult level; 
  • The Fictional World – for readers of various fiction genres, including mystery/suspense, romance, fantasy, science fiction, horror, and others; 
  • Historically Speaking – for readers of non-fiction, including historical work, biographical or autobiographical, true crime and events.

Authors will also sell and sign their books throughout the day. Publishers and authors pledge a portion of the proceeds raised from sales (a minimum of 40%) for Robeson County and Lumberton, North Carolina for the express purpose of increasing literacy and reducing crime. For additional information, visit http://www.bookemnc.org.