About the Book
Book: A Year in the Room (The Reluctant Pilgrim Book 2)
Author: Steven Rogers
Genre: Contemporary Christian Fiction
Release Date: October 23, 2024
Reluctant pilgrim Ben Cahill steps off a flight from Israel facing an unrelenting list of challenges—a fractured family, no job, no place to live, and a dubious grip on his newly-found sobriety. He has no plans for the next steps in his life.
Ben starts over, settling into a small, rented room and working three part-time jobs. As his first year of recovery unfolds, Ben fights an unrelenting spiritual war against his personal demons and the consequences of his past actions.
Can a chain-smoking, no-nonsense grandmother, a retired navy cook, a crusty old Scotsman, and an unexpected pilgrimage to the legendary Scottish Island of Iona, clear away the wreckage of Ben’s life and lead him to hope? Join Ben on his journey in this sequel to the award-winning novel Into the Room.
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A Year in the Room (The Reluctant Pilgrim Book 2) by Steven Rogers was a wonderfully inspiring read! Yes, the subject dealt with is alcohol and alcoholism. I think this was a GOOD because it was written in a male Pov and he was the main character. While I don't have a problem with alcohol, I do have an addiction to Chocolate and when I read a sentence,( it really struck a response within me) when Ben replied I didn't drink it and I was thinking that's just like me I end up buying the cholate and sometimes give it away, I think this book gave me more understanding of what someone addicted to alcohol goes thought. And I will love to read more books about these characters.
I received a complimentary copy from Celebrate Lit and the author and these opinions are my own.
About the Author
Steven Rogers is a Christian author of the “Reluctant Pilgrim” series. His most recent novel, A Year in the Room, was published in November 2024. The book is a sequel to his debut novel, Into the Room, which was published in 2021. In addition to other awards, both books were finalists for the American Christian Fiction Writers’ Carol Awards.
Steven loves the process of writing, especially exploring characters that are either broken or facing unfamiliar situations. They are usually ordinary people confronting their internal demons and the challenges of day-to-day living. He also enjoys bringing his stories to a happy, or at least hopeful, ending.
Steven serves as the Director of Royalty Management and Acquisitions Editor at Elk Lake Publishing, Inc. In addition to writing, Steven is a speaker and enjoys sharing his journey of faith and exploring how God’s word applies in the modern world.
Steven, a proud father of three adult children and one incredibly lucky son-in-law, is happily married to his wife of thirty-nine years, Kathy. They live in Richmond, Virginia.
More from Steven
When I first began writing, I was trying to become the next Stephen King. I was inventing serial killers, violently murdering people, and using time travel as a plot concept. At the time, I didn’t know there was a robust and far-reaching Christian Fiction market.
Things changed in 2017 while I was on a flight to Israel. Somewhere over the Atlantic Ocean, I had the thought, I wonder what would happen if I were an alcoholic who has just been released from rehab, and I HAD to take this trip? I quickly invented my character, Ben Cahill, and took him on the tour with me.
When we got back home, my wife asked what I’d been writing in my journal during our visit to The Holy Land. After I explained, the following exchange took place:
Her: “You may have a book there.”
Me: “That’s not my genre.”
Her (using much gentler language): “You’re not published yet; you don’t have a genre.”
To make a long story short, the result of this conversation was my first novel, Into the Room.
A Year in the Room is Book 2 in my “Reluctant Pilgrim” series. I wrote the book because I was compelled to continue telling Ben Cahill’s story and explore an alcoholic/addict during the first year of recovery.
Many writers fall in love with their characters. I am no different. Writing about Ben has been a blessing for me. His story has significantly impacted my personal spiritual journey, taught me to forgive, and brought me closer to God. I will be forever grateful for his impact on my life.
Blog Stops
Inspired by Fiction, February 6
Simple Harvest Reads, February 7 (Author Interview)
Books Less Travelled, February 8 (Author Interview)
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Artistic Nobody, February 9 (Author Interview)
Texas Book-aholic, February 10
Guild Master, February 11 (Author Interview)
Truth and Grace Homeschool Academy, February 12
Fiction Book Lover, February 13 (Author Interview)
Jodie Wolfe – Stories Where Hope and Quirky Meet, February 14 (Author Interview)
Book Reviews From an Avid Reader, February 15
Books, Books, and More Books, February 16 (Author Interview)
A Modern Day Fairy Tale, February 17 (Author Interview)
Debbie’s Dusty Deliberations, February 17
History, Hope & Happily Ever After, February 18 (Author Interview)
Paula’s Pad of Inspiration, February 19 (Author Interview)
Giveaway
To celebrate his tour, Steven is giving away the grand prize of a $50 Amazon Gift Card and a copy of the book!!
Be sure to comment on the blog stops for extra entries into the giveaway! Click the link below to enter.
https://gleam.io/AqCbw/a-year-in-the-room-celebration-tour-giveaway
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