Author Archives: Vicki Hinze

About Vicki Hinze

USA Today Bestselling and Award-Winning Author of 40+ books, short stories/novellas and hundreds of articles. Published in as many as 63 countries and recognized by Who's Who in the World as an author and an educator. Featured Columnist for Social-IN Worldwide Network and Book Fun Magazine. Sponsor/Founder of ChristiansRead.com. FMI visit www.vickihinze.com.

ON THEIR SHOULDERS WE STAND: PRESIDENTS’ DAY By Vicki Hinze

Posted on February 18, 2019

President George Washington, long ago dubbed the Father of our Country, was our first elected president after claiming independence.  He died in 1799, and his birthday, February 22nd, became a day of remembrance in appreciation of the sacrifices he made to … Continue reading →

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DID YOU KNOW by Vicki Hinze

Posted on January 28, 2019

A few things you might find of interest… Author Pat Nichols is Patti Shene’s guest on The Over 50 Writer, sharing lessons she learned in the pursuit of her writing dreams later in life.  Note:  If you leave a comment you’ll … Continue reading →

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This Too Shall Pass by Vicki Hinze

Posted on January 25, 2019

I spotted the quote above on a meme.  It was the perfect meme for me at that moment. Seeing it wasn’t a coincidence. It was evidence that when we most need guidance it comes to us in often unusual ways.  We must just notice … Continue reading →

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Does Religious Liberty Still Exist? by Vicki Hinze

Posted on January 21, 2019

WHY CHRISTIANS CAN’T SIT THIS ONE OUT This article could be about many topics. Today it’s about politics and religious liberty. Both drastically impact our lives, like it or not, and that’s why we can’t afford to sit either out. Many … Continue reading →

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One Incident Changed Everything by Vicki Hinze

Posted on November 5, 2018

Can one incident change everything?  Your whole life? It can, and does for many. It did for Dr. Dana Perkins, a psychologist who taught Kindergarten because that’s where she felt she could do the most good for the kids.  Dana is … Continue reading →

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Reader-Shared Recommended Reads by Vicki Hinze

Posted on November 1, 2018

At Christians Read, I receive news of recommended reads often.  While I can’t possibly read them all without reading 24/7, I can pass along some of them so that maybe you’ll find books that interest you. Recent Recommendations I’ve received … Continue reading →

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Breaking Down Barriers by Vicki Hinze

Posted on October 15, 2018

  As a writer, for years, I was told essentially to “color within the lines.” Make no mistake that is solid advice for those seeking to build a career.  Readers read a book by you and they expect more of the … Continue reading →

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Did History Class Bore You? By Lyn Cote

Posted on October 11, 2018

History class often left out the “stuff” I find fascinating. How did events affect the people living then? History is just the story of life. I always end every historical with a Historical Note that tells the reader what was … Continue reading →

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FIRST IMPRESSIONS Contest by Vicki Hinze

Posted on October 4, 2018

ACFW is sponsoring the First Impressions contest.  It is now open and accepting entries until October 15th. Judging occurs Oct 18 – Nov 12. If you’re an unpublished author, consider entering your project.  You can get more information at:  www.acfw.com/first_impressions … Continue reading →

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Wanting to Make a Difference by Vicki Hinze

Posted on September 24, 2018

  Why Do What I Do When Other Things Are Easier? Making a Difference There comes a time in every life where a person starts thinking about more than moving up the career ladder or personal ambition.  There comes a … Continue reading →

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Times of Trouble by Vicki Hinze

Posted on August 13, 2018

Troubles take many forms, but the simple truth is no one escapes them. There are times in life for everything. Joy and grief, success and failure, weariness and elation. Some call these cycles of life. Others call them seasons. Whatever … Continue reading →

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WHEN YOU DO WHAT YOU DO, WHAT DOES GOD FEEL? by Vicki Hinze

Posted on July 2, 2018

  I finished reading Karen Kingsbury’s Just Beyond the Clouds.  The story is a good one about two broken people having a difficult time moving on in their lives.  But it was a secondary element that fascinated me.   In it, … Continue reading →

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Between the Rock and the Hard Place by Vicki Hinze

Posted on May 21, 2018

We’ve all been there with bosses, friends, family. Caught between the rock and the hard place. It’s uncomfortable, it’s maddening, and at times it’s heartbreaking.   We try to avoid those situations. We keep our opinions and thoughts to ourselves, … Continue reading →

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What Really Matters by Vicki Hinze

Posted on April 30, 2018

  Life throws a lot at people, and it starts immediately. As we grow and learn, it’s amazing how much we soak up like sponges and grasp. We learn what to do, what not to do. What to say and … Continue reading →

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Blue Lake Christian Writer’s Retreat

Posted on March 19, 2018

Our own Marilyn Turk is helping organize this year’s Blue Lake Christian Writer’s Retreat. Many readers are also writers, or considering writing.  Registration is open.  You’ll find the information you need below:    

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