Anne Mateer has a passion for history and historical fiction, and her vacations often revolve around research trips in different parts of the country. She and her husband live near Dallas, Texas, and are the parents of three young adults.
For more information about Anne and her books, please visit her website and blog at www.annemateer.com
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Savanna: Welcome to The Engrafted Word, Anne! Congratulations on your recent release, Playing by Heart. Which character in this story do you most relate to and why?
Anne: That is always a tough question! I think in Playing by Heart I most relate to Lula’s sister, Jewel. I’m a big sister, too, and I know that feeling of wanting good things for your younger siblings and for your own children. I also identify with her in that she is a woman trying desperately to love and care for her children and others in spite of the her own heartbreaks and disappointments.
Savanna: Many readers enjoy picking their favorite quotes from novels. Do YOU have a particular favorite quote from your latest novel that you can share with us?
Anne: On my last read-through before publication, this quote jumped off the page at me:
“Prove you have it in you to live your convictions without resentment towards those who don’t understand or agree.” —Chet Vaughn
I don’t necessarily do that well!
Savanna: That’s a great quote!
Out of all the places you’ve traveled to for researching your books, what’s been one of your favorite places to visit?
Anne: When I think of research trips, my favorite has to be Indianapolis, IN for At Every Turn. First, I had a dear friend who went with me, so that made it fun. But the best part was that it was truly a weekend of “stumbling” over several key pieces of research. I love how God does that! We truly felt Him “at every turn” and it was a fascinating and lovely city to visit, too.
Savanna: It’s clear to see that history is very important to you. If you had to pick just one historical figure from the past, who would you enjoy meeting in person and why?
Anne: Abigail Adams. I did a huge paper on her in college and admire her very much, not only for her strength of character and her amazing mind but for the evidence of her faith that shows so clearly through her extensive correspondence with her husband, son and others.
Savanna: What was your favorite book as a child?
Anne: That’s tough. I’ve been a voracious reader since I could decipher letters into words. I read all of the Little House books numerous times, but I think it was reading The Secret Garden in 6th grade that took my book-loving to a whole new level.
Savanna: What will you do to celebrate your new release?
Anne: I usually have a big book launch book signing at a bookstore near my home, but that is looking difficult to fit around other things this year, so I guess my celebrations will be my online Book Banter that Bethany House hosts on Facebook and there will also be a big online giveaway, but I don’t have those details yet! Personally, I’ll just smile and sigh in wonder, once more, at what God has done!
Savanna: That sounds wonderful, Anne. I’m so happy for you and I’m so glad we got to chat today. Thanks for sharing with us!
Anne: Thank you! I love to connect with readers, so don’t hesitate to find me on Facebook, Twitter or even just email me!
GIVEAWAY!!
Anne has graciously offered one copy of PLAYING BY HEART to one lucky winner!
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Wonderful interview! I’m looking forward to reading “Playing by Heart”! I follow EG via email and on fb. Also, shared giveaway on my fb page
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Thanks, Caryl! You’ll love this book. I’m in the middle of reading it right now and I’m enjoying it! 🙂 You’ll receive 4 entries in the drawing.
It was so great to meet you at the ACFW Conference Savanna! Love your website! Cynthia
HI Cynthia!! Thanks so much for stopping by my blog. It was joy to meet you at conference too. Good luck in the giveaway!
I took a character test the other day, turned out I was Lula!!
How fun! You must read this story then, Olivia! 😉
Ooh! I’ve really been wanting to read this book! Thanks for the giveaway! 🙂
~Aerykah
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I am a subscriber, too. And I shared this giveaway on Pinterest — http://www.pinterest.com/pin/386605949236520621/
Thanks for visiting, Aerykah,and sharing the giveaway. You’ll receive 3 entries in the drawing. Good luck and happy reading!
Thanks for the interview and the giveaway.
Thank you, Gail, for joining us!
Hey y’all! Thanks for stopping by and leaving a comment! And thanks so Savanna for having me on her blog! I love doing interviews because everyone’s questions have a little different slant. 🙂
Thank you, Anne, for stopping in. It’s so fun to have you as our guest this week! Happy writing!
Thank you for hosting Anne and for giving a copy of her book to a lucky entrant.
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Wonderful, Connie! You’ll receive 5 entries then. Good luck! Have a great day!
I would love to read this book. Thank you for the chance to win. griperang at embarqmail dot com
Hi Angela! So glad you could join us. Good luck in the giveaway!
A wonderful giveaway, fascinating feature and great interview. Thanks for this chance. Best wishes. I am an e-mail subscriber.
I’m so happy to hear you enjoyed the interview, Anne. I always have a lot of fun welcoming authors here and chatting with you all. Good luck in the giveaway. You’ll receive an extra entry. 😉
Sounds like a terrific book! I would love to add this to my extensive collection, thanks for the opportunity to win! I am subscribed, like & shared on Facebook.
Blessings,
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Hi Trixi! I hope you get to read this book soon! You’ll receive 4 entries in the drawing. 🙂
I shared on facebook , I shared on twitter.
Im subscribed, I liked you on FB and I love Anne’s books so much.
Blessings
Linda Finn
Women Professing Godliness
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Thanks, Linda! You’ll receive 5 entries in the giveaway. Have a great day!!
Playing By Heart sounds like a wonderful story! I always love discovering new Christian authors and I look forward to reading Anne Mateer’s books!
(I have subscribed to The Engrafted Word, I have liked The Engrafted Word on Facebook, and I have shared the interview and giveaway on Twitter. My tweet: https://twitter.com/dkemmann/status/517407155306364929 )
Me too, Daphne! Thanks for joining us and sharing the word. You’ll receive 4 entries. Good luck to ya!
Thanks for the giveaway! I would love to read this book. I subscribed to The Engrafted Word, liked it on FB, and shared this giveaway on Pinterest (http://www.pinterest.com/pin/549579960751534367/).
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Hope you get to read it as well, Heather! 😉 Thanks for following my blog. You’ll receive 4 entries in the drawing. Good luck!
Sounds like a good book..thanks for the giveaway.
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I know you’ll like it, Rita! I know I enjoyed it. Thanks for joining us. Good luck in the drawing!
This book looks so good! ALl her covers are so pretty!! I am a subscriber and I liked on FaceBook 🙂 thanks for the giveaway!
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I agree, Sierra! Pretty covers are always so much fun. 😉 Thanks for visiting. And good luck in the giveaway with your 3 entries.