Love is patient, love is kind

Author Melissa Huffman’s debut novel Love You Truly is a work of truthful fiction and a testament to the power of love as described in 1 Corinthians 13. Find out why this Reading Is a Lifestyle Christian Subscription Book Pick is worth adding to your TBR stack.

As an indie Christian author, what was the hardest part of publishing your debut novel? 

The most difficult part of publishing my novel as an indie Christian author was probably learning the ins and outs of the publishing process. I had to do a lot of research on industry formatting standards, editing, cover design and dimensions, ISBNs, etc. I learned so much – a lot of things I never even thought about until starting this process! It was challenging at times, but I have enjoyed it.

Were there any scriptures that encouraged you during your publishing journey? 

A friend actually gave me a card midway through the publishing process that had Romans 15:13 written in it. It reads:
“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in Him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.”
It encouraged me so much, and I still have the card on display in my office. I even took that verse and have used it to build my branding slogan that represents my books and the values I embrace as an author. I want to write wholesome fiction abounding in hope, [books] that usher a sense of peace, joy, and love to my readers. 

Did a particular person or event inspire your characters in Love You Truly?

Yes! The main characters in Love You Truly are my grandparents. I wrote their love story, with a few fictional details here and there to create a novel. I tried my best to stay as true to their actual personalities as I could.

Why did you choose the ending that you did for Love You Truly?

It was the most accurate and true-to-life way to end the book. My hope is that once the last page is turned, readers are left feeling the deep love that Dale and Jeanne had for each other and their family. 

Describe Love You Truly in three words.

Wholesome, sweet, romantic.

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