![]() ![]() I finally just had to decide it wouldn’t be an “actual” group but a blending of several. They are not a “cookie cutter” type of people! So researching and deciding which particular sect would work best for my little community was the hardest part. There are so many different Mennonite sects, and each fellowship has its own set of guidelines by which they live. The biggest challenge in these stories involved the Mennonite aspects. What was the greatest challenge in writing Bygones & Beginnings? These books are as richly layered as Waiting for Summer’s Return and Where Willows Grow, but are modern. ![]() I just finished reading Bygones and Beginnings. The reason for this is twofold: 1) I’m familiar with Kansas, having lived here all but one year of my life and 2) the stories fit in Kansas–it’s believable. :o) And yes, most of my stories are set in Kansas. Inspiration strikes, and the story unfolds…it seems, sometimes…on its own. To be honest, more often than not, the ideas find me. How do you find your ideas for the books? ![]() Kim, you live in Kansas and your books are set there. She’s a talented writer, who quickly pulls readers into her settings. I am delighted to have my fried Kim Sawyer join us for an interview. ![]()
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