Lynn H. Blackburn

Where Fear and Faith Collide

“Lynn Blackburn’s done it again. She made me read way past my bedtime and owes me several hours of sleep! What a fabulous story with characters who will live in your head—and heart—long after the last word. I’m eagerly awaiting the second book so I can return to Gossamer Falls and catch up with all of my new besties!”Lynette Easonaward-winning, bestselling author of the Lake City Heroes series
“With an exceptional gift for writing relatable characters who touch deep places of the heart, Lynn Blackburn’s voice is unrivaled! I quickly fell in love with Landry, Cal, Eliza, and, in fact, the entire compelling cast of characters in this brand-new romantic suspense series. A must-read, Never Fall Again delivers the emotionally gripping romance, riveting suspense, and captivating characters readers love!”Elizabeth Goddardbestselling author of Cold Light of Day
“Lynn Blackburn is a rising voice in romantic suspense! This book had it all—a delicious romance, obsession, found family, redemption and reconciliation, edge-of-your-seat suspense, and the kind of ending we all root for! Don’t miss this first book in what I believe will be a fantastic series.”Susan May WarrenUSA Today bestselling and RITA Award–winning author
Malicious Intent has an addictive plot that delves into the dangerous underworld of digital crime, and the protagonists’ chemistry, brewed during a lifetime of friendship and romantic longing, positively sizzles.Booklist
This book will grab you from the beginning and keep you captivated until the end.Interviews & Reviews
Blackburn's Defend and Protect series is off with a bang in Unknown Threat. This heart-racing romantic suspense is one for the keeper shelf! Don your tactical vests and get ready to engage a compelling story that will forbid you from abandoning its pages. Do. Not. Miss. This. One! Ronie Kendig Bestselling, award-winning author of The Tox Files
Unknown Threat is a fantastic read! An action-packed opening and sharply drawn characters drew me right in and held me captive. Blackburn has an exceptional gift for weaving twisting plots with characters that walk right off the page. I absolutely adore Faith, the bright and stalwart FBI special agent. I love the attention to detail regarding Secret Service operations. The swoon-worthy romance between Faith and Luke is the perfect slow burn. Unknown Threat is an exciting start to a thrilling new romantic-suspense series!Elizabeth GoddardAward-winning author of the Uncommon Justice series
In Unknown Threat, Lynn Blackburn has created a page-turning novel with all the elements I've come to love in her books. The hero and heroine are unique and compelling, while surrounded by a rich cast that adds depth to the story. The suspense thread is intense and pulses with energy and pressure. And the romance? It's perfection, with tension to keep me rooting for the characters. It's a perfect read for those who love engaging stories that are threaded with hope.Cara PutmanAward-wining author of Flight Risk and Imperfect Justice
Lynn Blackburn has skyrocketed to the top of my favorite romantic suspense authors list! In Too Deep was much anticipated and it did not disappoint! I literally devoured this book in one sitting! Filled with suspense, action, and danger, this book kept me anxiously wondering what would happen next! I love the balance between suspense and romance! And this gang of characters, the dive team, is everything! BringingUpBooks
Leigh’s ability to rescue herself, Ryan’s respect and support, and a terrific cast of law-enforcement and hospital personnel make this vivid start of Blackburn’s Dive Team Investigations series a real page-turner.Booklist
Fans of Dani Pettrey’s “Alaskan Courage” thrillers will enjoy this nail-biter of a series opener, which will also be appreciated by romantic and psychological suspense fans.Library Journal
The author balances the personal relationships and the mystery well. Her descriptions are so vivid and accurate that you can see the scenes playing out before you . . . Lynn is definitely going to be a great new author to follow.More Than A Review
Watch out readers. Lynn H. Blackburn is a new voice on the scene of Christian Fiction and has a bright future as a successful author.Lynette EasonAuthor
Kept me on the edge of my seat...Mary GoodwinAmazon Reviewer

Nov. 4th, 2014 Coming In Last

Coming in last.

I hate it.

Really hate it.

Maybe you do, too?

Have you ever thought about why you hate it?

I have and I’ve boiled it down to a simple statement.

I’m afraid.

Ick.

It’s safer to say that we hate to come in last. It doesn’t sound quite as pitiful as admitting that we’re all grown up and we’re still shaking in our boots.

Afraid we will fail.

Afraid people will think less of us.

Afraid we’ll make an idiot out of ourselves.

Afraid we’ll blow it so badly that others will be able to see our weakness.

For the past year, I’ve faced this fear every single time I walk into Five Forks CrossFit.

For the first three months, I was so nervous that my stomach would do somersaults from the time I woke up until the WOD was over. In my mind, I had no business joining a CrossFit. I was out of shape, overweight, and not in possession of any particular athletic prowess.

Truth be told, in the first few weeks, there were multiple events that tempted me to turn tail and run.

My first week, I fell off a box and messed up my wrist. I came in last.
For the first month, if the WOD (workout of the day) included burpees, my coach automatically cut the number in half for me. I still came in last.
As new people joined our box, I watched as they went from not having a clue to killing the WODs. All while I continued to come in last.
Particularly frustrating were the women, the pregnant and/or brand new moms with 6-week-old babies at home, who lifted more, ran faster, jumped higher, and finished way before me. The girl who finishes last.

Guess what? It’s been a year and I’M STILL COMING IN LAST! Not every time, but a lot of the time.

But guess what else?

I’ve lost almost 30 pounds. I’ve gone from a Size 16 to a Size 10 and on my last shopping trip, I bought a pair of Size 8 jeans and two different shirts that must have been sized wrong because the Mediums were huge on me and I had to buy a Small.

Me. The Chubby Jesus Loving Girl Who Joined a CrossFit.

I’m not telling you this because I think you should join a CrossFit.

I’m telling you this because I think you need to do the thing that scares you.

Even if you know you’re going to come in last.

Even if you know you’re going to mess up.

Even if you know everyone else is going to be able to tell you don’t know what you’re doing and they’ll be able to see how bad you are at it.

You need to write that book.

You need to teach that Bible study.

You need to coach that team.

You need to invite those neighbors over for dinner.

You need to do the thing that scares you.

Even if you wind up coming in last.

You may not be famous. You may not have a million blog followers. You may not win awards.

But you will not be the same.

I’m convinced that God isn’t looking for people to be the “next big thing.” He’s looking for people who will do the one thing He’s leading them to do. Even—especially—if they’re scared.

Not because He wants them to be afraid, but because He will be with them every step of the way.

Even—especially—when they come in last.

Deuteronomy 31:6 ~ Be strong and courageous. Do not fear or be in dread of them, for it is the LORD your God who goes with you. He will not leave you or forsake you. (ESV)

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Cathy Baker says:

November 4, 2014 at 8:05 pm

Yep! This post will be printed and nailed to my inspiration board. Simply inspiring.

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admin says:

November 4, 2014 at 8:09 pm

Thanks, Cathy! I probably need to print it, too! It's so easy to forget that He's got us and He's already gone before us. Love you!

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Vonda Skelton says:

November 4, 2014 at 11:16 pm

I love this, Lynn! Wow! I'm impressed. So proud of you. And yes, I needed to hear this. Thank you!

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admin says:

November 4, 2014 at 11:21 pm

Thanks, Vonda! I'm blessed to have found a community of people who are truly supportive!

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Cyn Rogalski says:

November 4, 2014 at 11:35 pm

Wow! What an inspirational post–and one I really needed to hear. Thank you! And congratulations!

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Mary Scro says:

November 5, 2014 at 1:33 pm

Just what i needed today! even the CrossFit part, I thought about it and haven't done it yet because of fear of looking stupid. your encouragement shows me that it's better to come in last than to never try at all.I won't get results sitting on the sidelines. Thank you!!

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admin says:

November 5, 2014 at 1:46 pm

HI Mary – I'm so glad this encouraged you! Thanks for stopping by!

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