About Julie
Julie Cave credits her parents for introducing her to books at a young age, which fostered an enduring passion for reading and writing. As a child, her favourite authors were Enid Blyton and C.S. Lewis and it wasn’t long before she began copying them, writing short stories for anyone who would read them.
At fifteen, two things happened which would shape her future: she heard a creation science speaker at her church which cemented her faith in God; and she finished her second novel-length story and realised she had fallen in love with writing novels.
After school, she completed a health science degree, got married, and worked in banking and finance. All the while she wondered how she could combine her love of writing and her strong passion for Christian apologetics and evangelism. One weekend at a church camp, a friend asked, ‘What if the guy in charge of the Smithsonian Institution went missing?’
The result – and the answer to that question – is Julie’s maiden published novel, Deadly Disclosures. It was released in May 2010.
The second book in the Dinah Harris mystery trilogy, The Shadowed Mind, was released in October 2010. In this novel, Dinah is confronted with two very different opinions on the value of human life.
The third book, Pieces of Light, delves into the secular humanist movement to remove God from our culture.
Recently, familyfiction.com readers voted Julie #4 in the top ten New Authors for 2010, and her novels Deadly Disclosures and The Shadowed Mind tied in 10th place for Best Suspense Novel of the Year.
Julie has two daughters and lives in Brisbane, Australia with her family. She divides her time between being a wife, a mother and an author.
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Julie,
Greetings. I just got my Answers Magazine in the mail today and I saw the add promoting your novel. Congratulations. I know how exciting it is to see your dream become a reality.
I am an author of two novels, the 2nd of which comes out this Thursday, April 1st! Both of my novels are science fiction, and were written to present arguments against evolution and for Biblical creation. The titles are Logic’s End and Pyramid of the Ancients. I am currently writing the third book in the trilogy, Escaping the Cataclysm, which is all about the flood.
I have teamed up with two other author’s to create a website that promotes what we are calling, Apologetics Fiction. From what I have read about your novel, it appears that it may fit with what we are trying to do, that is, start a new genre of Christian fiction that presents real arguments to support the faith but in an exciting, captivating way.
Please check out our website, http://www.apologeticsfiction.com. It is a brand new website, and so pardon any errors you may find. If you feel that your novel would be a good fit, we would like to extend an invitation to join us on our website (pending our approval of your novel).
I look forward to hearing from you, and I look forward to reading your book.
Sincerely,
Keith A. Robinson
karobinson@wi.rr.com
Julie
I’m interested in reviewing books, or getting on some authors list to read their pre-published books or influencers list. I’m also interested in expanding my knowledge base of Christian Fiction/Christian Living authors, as I’m an avid reader, and am interested in coming across authors that I haven’t read before. I am constantly recommending books and authors that I’ve enjoyed reading. I am not familiar with your books. I’m writing to see if you’d be willing to send me a review/complimentary copy of your book Deady Disclosures. I would love the opportunity to become familiar with your writing.
I’ve received books from several other Christian Fiction/Christian Living authors. Several authors have added me to their pre-published list to receive a book. I LOVE to read, Christian based books, and Christian fiction. My recommendations are generally made via the following:
1.I assist one of the local librarian’s on a regular basis in what Christian fiction/Christian Living books to purchase for the 2 public libraries in my area. I’ve turned into a “contact/source” for the library on these type books.
2. I also volunteer in the Resource Center at my church, which is a small bookstore, where we sell a little bit of every type of book. (i.e. Christian living, finances, marriage, children, fiction, etc.) I am responsible for selecting the books that we purchase to keep in stock.
3. Lastly, word of mouth to anyone and everyone who enjoys reading Christian fiction/ Christian Living books. Whether it be co-workers, friends, or assisting someone browsing in a bookstore looking for something good to read, and yes even in the elevator or airport. Most recently, I’ve decided to add a blurb entitled: “currently reading” on my facebook profile page. I keep a list of authors that I love to read, and often times will share that with others who are interested in finding some good Christian fiction/Christina Living books to read. I recently led a book club through my church, and was in the process of making arrangements to hold these meetings in the Barnes & Noble store in my area. The book club was “put on hold” for a while, but I would be interested in leading/being involved in another book club should one become available. I was also working closely with one of the local Christian bookstores in my area while getting the book club started. I met with the owner, and had discussions on even holding a book club in his store.
I’d be especially happy to hear from you either way.
Thanks so much!
Sherilyn
Hi Sherilyn,
Thanks for looking me up! Sorry for not getting back to you sooner. I have sent you an email.
3. Lastly, word of mouth to anyone and everyone who enjoys reading Christian fiction/ Christian Living books. Whether it be co-workers, friends, or assisting someone browsing in a bookstore looking for something good to read, and yes even in the elevator or airport. Most recently, I’ve decided to add a blurb entitled: “currently reading” on my facebook profile page. I keep a list of authors that I love to read, and often times will share that with others who are interested in finding some good Christian fiction/Christina Living books to read. I recently led a book club through my church, and was in the process of making arrangements to hold these meetings in the Barnes & Noble store in my area. The book club was “put on hold” for a while, but I would be interested in leading/being involved in another book club should one become available. I was also working closely with one of the local Christian bookstores in my area while getting the book club started. I met with the owner, and had discussions on even holding a book club in his store.
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Julie! Help! You are an accomplished writer; I am a beginner. My web site has words backed by centuries of study by the Church of God, 7th Day. It also has fantasy words originating from my mind. Please look at it, and offer words to me: should I quit trying to write? Can an accomplished writer salvage any words there? Thanks!
Hi Solomon, I’d encourage to keep writing if you truly love it and feel you have something to say! I’d suggest starting with a blog and following bloggers who are similiar to you. Then you can connect with people you know share the same interests. I hope that helps!
Julie,
Hello my name is Jill Chaffin. I am a member at Bethel Baptist Church in Ellicott City, MD. I was wondering if you would be interested in donating a few books to our church library. We do not have ANY of your books and I’d really like to get your name out there.
You can contact the church to confirm that I am on the Library Committee and legit. The churches phone number is: 410-465-5690. The Address is: Bethel Baptist Church c/o Jill Chaffin 4261 Montgomery Road Ellicott City, MD 21043.
Thank you for your consideration!
Jill Chaffin
Hi Jill, thank you for contacting me! I’ve passed on your message and contact details to my publisher as they will make the decision. Thanks so much for wanting to support my books; I really appreciate it!
Julie – I absolutely love your books – am looking forward to the third in the trilogy very much.
Thanks Susanne, I am so glad to hear that! The third one is due for release in June so you shouldn’t have to wait for too long!
Julie,
My name is Olivia. I’m 16 years old and LOVE to read! A fellow bookworm allowed me to borrow “Deadly Disclosures” and “The Shadowed Mind”.You did a great job! I am always on the lookout for good Christian authors who write suspense novels. I love how you brought evolution and eugenics to the forefront and let us see what they really are. I appreciate all the time and research it took to truly inform us! Thank you soooo much!
May God truly bless you for all you do! I’m praying your ministry!
Blessings,
Olivia
Thanks so much, Olivia! Be sure to check out the third Dinah Harris mystery, Pieces of Light. Thank you for your good wishes and your prayers – I really appreciate it!
Hello, I just wanted to take a minute to say how much I loved “Deadly Disclosures”. I saw it advertised by Ken Ham and since I like these kind of books, I bought it and just finished reading it yesterday. It was brilliant. The logic used in the creation/evolution discussions was spot on. It is great to see proper arguments used. Also, the message of the gospel was presented very well. Connecting the two (creation and the gospel) is probably the best way to present Christ in our current society and it is my hope that unsaved people drawn to this type of fiction will come to know Him through the arguments you presented. As a Christian already, I enjoyed the mystery in and of itself, but I also enjoyed the message it presented. Thank you again, Bob
Thank you Bob! One of the reasons I write my books the way I do is to challenge non-Christians and hopefully convict them (if that is God’s will). I always encourage people to give them to non-Christian friends and family, in the hope that a dialogue about Jesus might be opened. Thanks again!
I just finished reading “The Shadowed Mind” and enjoyed it. I was shocked, however, that on page 225 a quote by Martin Niemoeller was attributed to Dietrich Bonhoeffer. I’ve read this quote in many places, including the Holocaust Memorial in Boston and it’s always been attributed to Niemoeller. Also, Bonhoeffer was spelled incorrectly. In German the “e” comes after the vowel that would normally have an umlaut over it. I also have to add that the way people speak often seems unnatural. Early in the book Dinah asks Cage, “Where shall I meet you?”
Hmm, thanks for the information about the quote. It seems you have picked up on an error! Thank you!
The way of speaking probably just reflects the way I speak, which is more formal as I adhere to the Queens English. “Where shall I meet you?” is quite common and grammatically more correct. Plus I think it reflects Dinah’s reserved character, as opposed to a more laid-back, relaxed person (which she is definitely not!).
Hello Julie!
I recently purchased the trilogy pack of your Dinah Harris books. I must say I am hooked! I am currently reading Pieces of Light, and it is the best one yet!!!!! Thanks so much for writing good, clean interesting books with Godly values. I hope you will write MANY MANY more.
Your fan Melissa
Thank you so much Melissa! It is so encouraging to hear from readers who are enjoying my books. God bless you.
Hi! I’m 11 years old and have read all of your books! I think they are very thrilling and complicated. Sometimes I wonder how you authors think these mysteries out, and makes me think about how long it really takes to make these books! My dad got me your books, and they are definitely my favorite christian fiction books! My favorite out of you series is the last one. Wow, I really know how to turn a conversation to myself. Sorry about that. Please keep writing!!! =)
Thank you Aurora! It is so wonderful to hear that you have enjoyed the books. Thanks for taking the time to write to me!