A self-professed princess, Chris Maday Schmidt believes it’s always the write time for real-life fairytales brimming with hope for new beginnings, humor in the messy middle & heart for happy endings. Originally from the Midwest, she left home with her husband and daughter for the Southwest and pursued a bachelor’s degree in Literature, Writing & Film. Her past careers include administrative, editorial and substitute teaching. She is a member of Faith, Hope, & Love Christian Writers.
Harlequin Love Inspired will be publishing her debut novel, A Father's Vow, in April 2024.
Chris has been published in Woman’s World and Content magazines, Chicken Soup for the Soul and assorted lifestyle and trade publications, as well as Guideposts’ new book, Exploring God’s Promises: Hope (releases February 2024).
She currently resides in Northern Arizona’s Rim Country, where she writes clean & wholesome stories about family, friendship and faith. She loves Jesus, reading, yoga and hiking. Sign up for her newsletter to be notified of new releases, sales & giveaways: Always the Write Time newsletter
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Chris's passion project: The Letter Project
7 in 10 girls believe they're not good enough. The Letter Project is on a mission to change their minds. TLP is a faith-based nonprofit that writes letters to girls around the world who need extra love and support. Its message is simple: they believe in the power of women supporting one another.