Posts Tagged ‘Jan Karon’
My Beloved Book Review
What a sweet and nostalgic Christmas story from Jan Karon! Admittedly, this was my first novel with these dearly loved characters, but it was so easy to see why they have been treasured by so many readers. Real and authentic is the only way of life around Mitford, which is a truly delightful small town.…
Read MoreMy Beloved Author Q&A With Jan Karon
Jan Karon is the author of the bestselling series of fifteen Mitford novels featuring Father Timothy Kavanagh, an Episcopal priest, and the fictional village of Mitford, which is set in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. FF: What inspired the story in My Beloved? What brought you back to Mitford? I was inspired by a short story…
Read MoreJan Karon returns to Mitford with ‘My Beloved’, released October 7, 2025
Did you know that in 1988, Jan Karon left a successful career in advertising, moved to tiny Blowing Rock, NC, and started writing stories for the local Blowing Rocket about a man named Father Tim? Those stories eventually became At Home in Mitford, Jan’s first Mitford novel, and the rest is history. Tens of millions…
Read MoreTruth in Fiction: Celebrating 10 Years of FamilyFiction
Looking back on some of the great interviews we’ve had over the years, including Karen Kingsbury, Ted Dekker, VeggieTales creators Phil Vischer and Mike Nawrocki, Francine Rivers, Joel C. Rosenberg, and so many more!
Read MoreFamilyFiction Celebrates 10 Years, Announces Podcast
Over the years, FamilyFiction has served as an important resource for helping consumers discover the best in Christian fiction.
Read MoreJan Karon—Savoring the Journey
Jan Karon answers questions about her midlife career transition, her bucket list, and her beloved Mitford friends.
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