Soft, tender, bakery-sweet muffins with an Italian ricotta twist — the kind you’d enjoy alongside a cappuccino in a cozy café.
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On my blog you will find all sorts of fun offerings–everything from literary themed parties to recipes, to summer beach reads. Settle in and enjoy all of my fun posts!
Thank God for the loyal companions — pets or people — who stay close, offer comfort, and remind us we are not alone. Their presence is a gift.
Our grandchildren, our legacy! What a blessing to love them well!
Thankful today for the church family who poured into me from childhood to now.
A little story about community, calling, and a Texas tale with brisket on the side.
Mistletoe and Mayhem: The Story Behind the Story.
Grateful today for the friends who edited, cheered, prayed, and stood beside me. Some treasures aren’t stored on shelves or tucked into memory boxes — they’re woven into the fabric of our hearts. Today, my gratitude is focused on three dear friends who walked with me during my earliest writing years: Martha Rogers, Kathleen Y’Barbo, and …
This Rosemary Garlic Focaccia is a soft, golden Italian pan bread baked in a casserole dish. Infused with olive oil, garlic, and rosemary, it’s light, flavorful, and perfect for serving with soups, salads, or your favorite Italian meal.
Grateful today for the friend who pushed me toward my calling.
This Tuscan Roasted Chicken and Veggies dish brings the warmth of Italy right to your kitchen. Tender roasted vegetables and juicy rotisserie chicken are tossed in a tangy Italian dressing — simple ingredients that sing with rustic Tuscan flavor.
Step into Aunt Rosa’s warm, welcoming Italian kitchen! Discover the must-have pantry staples, herbs, and tools for crafting traditional comfort food—from pasta and sauce to cozy soups. Perfect for home cooks craving Italian flavor and family-style charm.
Discover how childhood reading and piano lessons shaped author Janice Thompson’s storytelling journey. A heartwarming look at the early roots of a Christian writer.
As the calendar flips to November, I find myself thinking about the people who first stirred up the gifts God placed inside me. Long before I ever held a book contract or typed “Chapter One,” two folks believed in me with a wholehearted, no-looking-back kind of faith: my mom, Shirley (Moseley), and my dad, Billy. (Hanna)
As October ends and November begins, pause to reflect on God’s blessings. Step into a season of gratitude with devotionals, faith, and thanksgiving.
Warm, rich, and full of Italian flavor! This Rustic Italian Beef Stew features tender chunks of beef simmered with herbs, tomatoes, and potatoes for a hearty meal you’ll crave again and again.
From my first book in 2000 to 170+ published works, writing has been a calling. Discover my story of faith, devotionals, and God’s blessings.
Savor the taste of Italy with these easy Herbed Mozzarella Crescent Pinwheels—flaky, buttery bites filled with garlic, herbs, and gooey mozzarella. Inspired by Aunt Rosa from Janice Thompson’s Weddings by Bella series, they bake up golden in just 15 minutes!
Host a cozy fall party with dark chocolate raspberry truffles, dog-themed mysteries, and a faith-filled reminder to share joy around the table.
Bake rustic breads, savor God’s Word, and share blessings around the table. Discover recipes, devotionals, and encouragement in Christ, the Bread of Life.
Find comfort in stormy seasons with molasses cookies, gingerbread treats, cozy mysteries, and a historical Texas romance—anchored in God’s promises.
Lean into fall flavors with cozy apple desserts and a heartwarming historical romance, Mismatched in Texas. Apples + autumn love stories = perfect pairing.
In this touching Christmas devotion, author Janice Thompson shares how a childhood disappointment led to a deeper faith that trusts God—even if He doesn’t.
Cozy up with Soup & Story Night! Try hearty soups, homemade bread, and a dash of gratitude—plus the perfect cozy mystery to read while you sip.
Sundays have always carried a special kind of rhythm. A time to rest. A time to refocus. A time to savor what really matters. Let’s lean into Sundays this fall, y’all!
Discover the beauty of slowing down this fall. Join author and baker Janice Thompson as she reflects on autumn memories, faith, cozy recipes, and the reminder to savor each season.
A devotion about biblical truth from author Janice Thompson
How did I transition from Queen of Denial to Queen of the Waves? Keep reading to find out!
Who Stole Tilly from the Auction Block?
Breathe in the nostalgia of everything old red truck in book one of a new cozy mystery series.
If you love bringing your favorite books to life through themed literary parties, you’re going to fall head-over-heels for this Mad Hatter Tea Party inspired by Alice in Wonderland.
Enjoy the story behind the story of how Every Dog Has His Day came to be. That pretty dog on the cover is based on my very real doxie, Ginger!
Get to know the story behind Janice Thompson’s 2nd book in the Little Red Truck Mystery Series, Sabotage at Cedar Creek!
Explore 50 timeless life lessons from Jane Austen’s novels — wise, witty reflections on love, friendship, happiness, and human nature.
Discover 50 of Jane Austen’s wittiest insults from her novels — timeless barbs filled with wit, irony, and playful satire.
“Dolly’s Journey: From Shy Rescue Pup to Beloved Companion”
Celebrate the season with a Little Women–inspired Christmas breakfast party, complete with 1860s decor, hearty holiday foods, and charming activities inspired by the March sisters.
From rescue to forever home—how an 81-pound cattle dog named Benny stole my heart in a story filled with love, laughter, and second chances.
Six dogs, one distracted author, and a vanished dinner—Benny’s chicken heist proves summer in Texas is never boring.
Step back in time with a Little House on the Prairie–themed party featuring rustic decor, hearty pioneer foods, and fun old-fashioned activities inspired by Laura Ingalls Wilder’s beloved stories.
Host a charming Anne of Green Gables–themed party with floral decor, tea-time treats, and whimsical activities inspired by Avonlea. Perfect for book lovers and kindred spirits alike.