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The Story Behind Miss Beth Bettencourt with Eva Marie Everson

April 14, 2026 • Linda Goldfarb • Season 9 • Episode 294

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Whether we write fiction or nonfiction, the story behind our writing makes for great conversation. Get ready to hear today’s story with Eva Marie Everson.

Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of NC. I’m your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I’m so glad you’re listening in. Today, we launch a new addition to Your Best Writing Life with The Story Behind the Stories series.

My industry expert, Eva Marie Everson, is the multi-award-winning author of nearly 50 fiction, nonfiction, and children’s titles. She is the CEO of Word Weavers International, the director of Florida Christian Writers Conference, the Director of the BRMCWC Selah and Foundation awards, and a popular speaker. She and her husband—when they are not enjoying their children and grandchildren—are owned by a cat named Vanessa.

The Story Behind… Miss Beth Bettencourt

Question One: Tell us the story behind the story you titled “Miss Beth Bettencourt”

Question Two: What caused you to decide to make this a story about the detriments of unforgiveness and the freedom of forgiveness?

Question Three: Did you have a biblical story in mind when you added these elements to the story?

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Listener giveaway… “Miss Beth Bettencourt” Playlist

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