Castle's Storyworld

Psalm 139:4 says: I am fearfully and wonderfully made... Here is a little truth- nothing in this world will ever be perfectly perfect... despite what Mary Poppins might say. 😀 You are amazing just the way God created you. He made you with a wonderful plan in mind. All we need to do is take one step toward our goal or dreams, then another and another... Do you believe this? Give a ❤ or 👍 if you do. This week-- be the amazing you that you are created to be. https://www.instagram.com/p/Caz_LRLpwYD/?utm_medium=tumblr

The Lionheart Province trilogy was based on the Grimms fairytale: The Maiden Without Hands. When I first read the story, I found it truly was quite grim indeed. However, this tale is one of a very few from the Grimm Brother's collection that was a story of hope, forgiveness, and redemption. Once I had that revelation, I had to write Kardia and Leon's story. I also decided to set it in the world of Alburnium that so many of my readers fell in love with as they journeyed through the White Road Chronicles 6 book series. I placed the Alburnium Chronicle stories back in history before Alyra the Illuminate and her friends found themselves battling Lord Darnel's attempt to overthrow the kingdom. However, along the way in both the Lionheart and the Phoenix stories there are several familiar faces that appear, along with family lines to explore. Including Darnel's rise to power. Blood & Water begins the Alburnium Chronicles and can be read for only .99 cents at all distributors. Who is ready for another enchanting adventure? Find links in bio. * * * * #fantasybooklover #fantasyseries #fantasyreads #fairytaleretellings #booklover #bookaddict #inspirationalfiction #ilovebooks #christianfantasy #yafantasy #yareads #christianfantasybook #faeriebooks #christianbookstagrammer #bookworm #christianfantasyfiction #christianreaders https://www.instagram.com/p/CapJOOpLUaX/?utm_medium=tumblr

Fun reads freebie! The Faerie Trader is a short side story to The Lionheart Province trilogy. Link in bio. If you love fantasy, a little humor and light reading to chase away the winter blues this is a story just for you. #yafantasy #yareads #shortfiction #humorousreads #fantasybooklover #fantasyreads #fantasybooks #fantasyseries #readersofinstagram #readingnook #fantasyauthor #booklover #bookaddict #readmorebooks https://www.instagram.com/p/CaU5YMTL5u7/?utm_medium=tumblr

Your kingdom come Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. His kingdom has always been here and always will be. My constant prayer is for the Lord to show me what is my place in His kingdom, and that I will keep my main focus on how I can help to build. Do you pray a similar prayer? Do you know what your part is in building His kingdom today? #sundayscripture #sundayinspiration #bibletruths #scripture https://www.instagram.com/p/CZpDu7qLjUs/?utm_medium=tumblr

This Week at Castle's Story World Blog... Mapping The Way When lost, stop and ask the Lord to help map the way. He is eager to be involved in every aspect of our lives if we will only allow it. This is my story of how I'm working my way back after wanting to give up on my dreams. (Link to blog in bio) https://www.jackiecastle.com/blog/mapping-the-way #thoughtfulthursday #thursdaymotivation #thursdaythoughts #writerslife #followyourdreams #christianliving #christianblogger #christiancreative https://www.instagram.com/p/CZhiCrhqLL8/?utm_medium=tumblr

Collecting hearts helped Sara to keep from losing hope. Sara stared at the heart-shaped stone. She scooped it up and placed it in her pocket to put in her treasured collection. These hearts were safe and not easily broken. Not like Sara's had been shattered after losing her husband. Fear rules her heart now. Fear of loss. Of more brokenness. Yes, the little stone hearts are safe. Daniel stared at the old note he’d found cleaning out his desk. Long ago, his childhood sweetheart had made a list of what she expected in a husband. He crumpled the paper. Years ago, he’d set out to meet those requirements only to lose Sara to another man. One who met none of her expectations! Now she’s back in Madison Creek, broken and in need of help, along with her pre-teen son. Daniel turned his thoughts away from her. She’d broken his heart once before. He wouldn’t let it happen again. Is love strong enough to mend broken hearts? A story of second chances rising from the ashes of fear and loss. Find links in bio #teasertuesday #sweetromancereads #inspirationalfiction #tuesdayfeels #romancebookstagram https://www.instagram.com/p/CZdCHkfKZHi/?utm_medium=tumblr

I believe that greatness comes with practice and experience. I have been guilty of pushing things aside because I feared that I couldn't do them good enough. Here's the truth, you can't fix what you don't start. That story... that piece of art... or whatever project looms before you looking like an insurmountable mountain. Take that first little step, my friend. Then the next and the next. Before you know it that mountain will be nothing more than a mall foothill behind you. What mountain stands before you? #motivationmonday #mondayinspiration #mindfulmonday #mondaythoughts https://www.instagram.com/p/CZaUOO1Pf8h/?utm_medium=tumblr

Kardia dared to hope that one day soon, her beloved town, her friends, and her family would thrive again. Then her hope was finally rewarded! A visitor comes to town with a strange request. When Dadda trades a parcel of land to the traveler, they are given more gold than any of them has ever seen in their whole lives. But there is one problem...the contract states that when the traveler comes to claim hos land he gets anything that was on it at the time the deal was struck, which includes Kardia. She must find a way out of the contract before the traveler returns in a years time. #teasertuesday #yafantasybooks #fantasy #fairytales #fantasyseries https://www.instagram.com/p/CZKhZyYvy93/?utm_medium=tumblr

In my White Road Chronicles books, being an Illuminate, or light bearer, is a special talent. In real life, we are all capable of being light bearers. We sprad the light with kind words, unconditional love and compassion for others. Do you know of other ways we can be light bearers? Share in the comments. ❤❤❤❤❤ #motivationalmonday #mondaymotivation #kindness #mindfulmonday https://www.instagram.com/p/CZIDP9fPsup/?utm_medium=tumblr

He is faithful. Who or what are you putting your faith in this Sunday morning? ❤ ❤ ❤ #scripturesunday #sundayservice #sundayblessings #sundayscripture https://www.instagram.com/p/CZEwGXULfuu/?utm_medium=tumblr

Wishing you all a wonderful weekend. #satudaymotivation #scripturejournal #saturdayinspiration https://www.instagram.com/p/CZCPPhCrZK9/?utm_medium=tumblr

We don't have to do life alone. That's simply amazing to me. Are you feeling as if you are doing it all alone? Open your hands and your heart to Him. See what happens. https://www.instagram.com/p/CY9DZrJLZ75/?utm_medium=tumblr

Celebrating a book birthday today by putting the whole collection on sale this week. Find link in bio for the Monthly Book Feature. #bookshelves. #booksale #yafantasybooks #fantasyauthorsofinstagram #fantasy #booklover #bookseries #readingisfun https://www.instagram.com/jackie_castle_author/p/CYmEqjBrCpf/?utm_medium=tumblr

This month's scripture. What a great challenge to end this year with! #scriptureoftheday #bibleverses #scripture #lifelessons https://www.instagram.com/p/CW8ZWsbgeDh/?utm_medium=tumblr

Escape to Madison Creek feature week! Day 2- My Bed & Breakfast experience. Special offers going on this week. Visit Castles Story World blog to learn more. Link in bio or visit www.jackiecastle.com https://www.instagram.com/p/CWGqe2EvAjx/?utm_medium=tumblr

Effective Prayer Series: we are talking about finding that special place to spend time in prayer. Click link in bio. Click blog button. ❤❤❤ #prayerwarrior #prayerlife #prayer #Christianlife #scriptures #biblestudy https://www.instagram.com/p/CVQ6aFprtAi/?utm_medium=tumblr

Outlining book 3 and eager to finish Sterlyn and Rillion's story! Don't get behind. You can start your adventure now. Link in bio. #yabooks #yafictionlover #yareads #yafantasy #yareader #yafantasybooks https://www.instagram.com/p/CUqWxqJLxw-/?utm_medium=tumblr