Media From the Heart by Ruth Hill

By Ruth on September 9, 2018 in book, giveaway, guest post

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A Great Light

(The Kingdom to Come #1)

by Jennifer Ball

Young Adult Christian Fantasy

Paperback & ebook, 298 Pages

June 28th 2018 by Revelation Publishing Company

Love and war are often the same thing.

Prince Karhiad is a humble king-in-waiting. His father, King Vilsig, rules the Kingdom of Merrhius with an iron fist. While the king dreams of endless conquests, his son only wants to conquer the hearts of his subjects through love instead of fear.

Meanwhile, a dark and sinister force threatens every kingdom around. And if King Vilsig and Prince Karhiad can’t put aside their differences, an ancient sinister beast and his supernatural army will lay waste to the Kingdom of Merrhius.

On the night of Prince Karhiad’s 17th birthday, he is mesmerized by a radiant light and makes a decision to learn of its origin. That choice will force him towards answers he wasn’t seeking, a woman he wasn’t planning to fall in love with, and a destiny that will bring him great suffering yet an even greater reward. But in this gripping tale of good vs. evil, the power of love isn’t just a shield to ward off the darkness — it’s also the strongest weapon of all.

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Inspiration for A GREAT LIGHT

Guest Post By the Author

This book was inspired by my favorite non-fictional person who was a humble king. Although, he was never a prince and had no royal bloodline, he was (in the plans of God) next in line for the throne — King David. The extreme trials that David faces in his lifetime are so immense, yet he stays faithful to a God he’s never laid eyes on. He never allows his status as king to make him arrogant or materialistic. Granted, King David has human weaknesses and falls into some poor decisions; however, he is quickly redirected by his spiritual counselors and repents. This king of Israel, even as a teenager, is one of the mightiest warriors ever recorded.

This is how Prince Karhiad and his story came to be. I had fun creating the fantastical element of this story with different gifts that certain people have. It isn’t magic, as some view it, but a gift. It was also really enjoyable designing the evil entity, Abaddon, to reflect just how manipulative, cunning, and deceiving evil really is.

About the Author

I am a friend of Jesus who at times fails at making this is my most important relationship. I am a wife who forgets at times this is my primary job. I am a mom who at times didn’t get it right. I take lots of pictures that annoy everyone in my family except for my dog. She loves it.

I began writing short stories when I was a child. I would sit in my room for hours writing as fast as I could to keep up with my thoughts. We didn’t have a typewriter and certainly no computer. Too often my writing would turn to scribble. I ended up with lots of loose paper with many short stories written on them in half scribble that made it too difficult for others to read. Thanks to technology, I went back to my childhood passion and wrote a story that I turned into a readable book.

That’s me, to make a long story short.

About the Author

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Ruth Hill is an entertainment journalist, digital media strategist, and creative professional who believes in the power of storytelling to inspire, encourage, and connect people. With years of experience interviewing actors, filmmakers, authors, and other creative professionals, Ruth has developed a passion for discovering the stories behind the people who bring entertainment to life. Her interviews and reviews reflect her appreciation for authentic storytelling, meaningful performances, and the creative individuals working both in front of and behind the camera. Through her digital media business, Media From the Heart, Ruth works with actors, filmmakers, authors, and organizations to help them connect with audiences through social media strategy, video production, YouTube optimization, website development, and digital marketing. A Washington State native, Ruth lives in the Yelm area and is the proud mother of an adult daughter. A former music educator and lifelong creative, she continues to pursue her passion for music, writing, and the arts. At the heart of everything Ruth does is her Christian faith, which inspires her commitment to seeing the best in others,

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9 Comments

Sunnymay September 15, 2018 Reply

For the cover of the book, The Kingdom to Come, I like the mistiness that leads to the castle framed on each side by trees. I like that the people in it are not perfect and Shows how King David of Israel was a “mighty warrior.” The tale seems to be a mystery and fantasy which kids 12 and over would like.
Becky Richardson September 11, 2018 Reply

My teenage grandchildren would love to read this. I enjoyed the synopsis and the cover is interesting.
Jennifer Ball September 10, 2018 Reply

Thank you both so much, Darlene and Denise! I really hope you enjoy it and look forward to hearing your thoughts on it. I’m working on the 2nd book now. It is going to involve much more tragedy, internal struggle and love that heals it all. Because that’s the journey of life — struggle that tries to weaken us, and love that makes us stronger.
denise September 10, 2018 Reply

the plot sounds very interesting, especially with the biblical ties
Darlene Owen September 10, 2018 Reply

I love books that have a little romance and a little mystery, should be a good book to read.