Celebrating a New Book Series Featuring Caroline Johnston

Today I'll be introducing you to an author from a wonderful book series called Our House on Jakaranda Laan. All the stories In this series, take place In the fictitious town of Cedarfontein, South Africa on Jacaranda Lane. Read on to learn about one author and her story.

First off, tell my readers your book title, the genre for your book and the time frame it takes place?
Hey everyone, greetings from Scotland. My book for Our House on Jakaranda Laan is The Fullback’s Try. It’s contemporary Christian fiction set in the present day.

Give my readers a short blurb about your story and characters.
The Fullback’s Try: A professional rugby player sidelined by injuries, a teenager embarking on an international rugby internship. What will faith, rugby and life in Cedarfontein teach them about following their dreams?

What inspired you to write this story?
I’ve been part of the previous two Our House series.

The Mother’s Song, Our House on Sycamore Street, introduced us to the McVitty family, specifically Miranda, the mum, and Naomi, the oldest daughter.

Then Tea Maker’s Blend, Our House on Heather Wynd, focused on Rebecca McVitty, the middle daughter.

So when Anna told me there was going to be a third series, I knew it was time for Joshua, the youngest sibling, to have his say. With the series set in South Africa, it was the perfect opportunity to write about rugby (we’re a house of rugby fans). But don’t worry if you’re not a rugby fan; you’ll still enjoy cheering for Joshua and Lourie as they pursue their dreams.

What’s the best encouragement you’ve had in your writing?
The best encouragement is reader feedback. Whether it’s someone telling me that one of my books has helped them on their faith journey, or encouraged them in a situation they were struggling with, or that they can identify with one of my characters. It’s the best feeling knowing that you’ve been a positive in someone’s day.

What is the best writing advice you’ve received or could give?
In terms of giving advice, I would say: find your tribe, your kindred spirits, your community. Connect with fellow writers. People who get you and what you do. People who celebrate the wins and keep you going when it’s tough.

What other books do you have in the works?
I’m currently writing the third book in my Braid Hope series; a series incorporating faith, friendship, and healing in the Scottish Highlands. Winter Storms will be coming out in early 2027. It follows farmer Heather McAlpine and nature enthusiast Craig Richardson. The books are set in my favourite part of Scotland and are a joy to write, even though they deal with some heavy issues.

That's all for today's interview. Learn more about Caroline's books with these links:
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And here's a special bonus...Get a FREE eBook as part of this series. It's a cookbook that features recipes of some of the characters in the Our House series and introduces you to each of them and their story. https://dl.bookfunnel.com/6i3sifi9ss