Meet author Beth Westcott

Today, I’m talking with author Beth Westcott! She has written several books published under Scrivenings Press and currently has a novella out with three other SP authors!

I particularly love that Beth writes because she believes it’s God’s gift to be used for His glory. Let’s get to know her better!

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Beth Westcott’s background

Jen – I’m excited to have you on the blog, Beth. Tell me a little about yourself. 

Beth – Although I was born on Long Island and lived there the first six years of my life, I grew up on a small farm in upstate New York, the youngest of seven siblings. My husband and I served in ministry, mostly in small towns in rural New York, with a few years in Northeastern Pennsylvania with Child Evangelism Fellowship before he became a pastor. I received Christ as Savior as a child, and He has never failed me.

I think my husband’s cancer in 1984 increased my faith the most of anything that happened. God showed His love and care in so many ways, and God’s family supported us and prayed for us. God healed Frank of his cancer.  

Jen – That’s amazing! I’d love to hear that story sometime. I know you’ve written for Scrivenings Press, tell me about your books.

Beth – I have four contemporary Christian romance novels published. Meadow Song, Heart’s Desire, A Heart’s Journey, Her Heart’s Longing, and a novella “Snowflakes and Puppy Love” in the collection Pets Amore. Another novel, Melody of Life, is scheduled for release on August 26, 2025. This is a sequel to Meadow Song. My books are published by Scrivenings Press and are available on Amazon and with other booksellers. 

Jen – You can find all of Beth’s books here!

**Note – all Scrivenings Press books are on Kindle Unlimited!

Blurbs for Pets Amore

“Out-of-the-box Valentines” by Amy R. Anguish—Kimberly Winters loves being a kindergarten teacher on Valentine’s Day. But she never expects one of her students to show up with his hamster … or his uncle. Trey Jones doesn’t mind helping out his sick sister by dropping off Rylan at school. Staying to take his sister’s place as “room mom” is a whole different deal, but how can he turn down the adorable teacher? It’s a day full of unexpected surprises for both of them, including each learning to think out of the box when it comes to romance. 

“No Butts About It” by Linda Fulkerson—When real estate consultant and confirmed bachelor Charles Sterling’s brother and sister-in-law are killed in a car crash, they leave him a surprise in their will—their five-year-old daughter. Enamored by a character in a popular children’s book, the girl has one request for her uncle-turned-father: a pet goat. As Blossom Clarke struggles to fulfill her deceased father’s dream of developing her family’s property into a goat rescue center, she has no time for city dwellers. But when Charles Sterling shows up to buy a goat, that dream borders on becoming a nightmare. Especially when his company discovers her property checks off all the boxes requested by a high-power client. 

“Pegboards, Parrots, and Pickup Lines” by Heather Greer—Charlotte Herring wants one thing—to prove she can succeed on her own. But to avoid failure, she needs the people of Brookview to accept her and her antique store. For years, Tyson Abbott’s only goal was to realize his father’s dreams for the family hardware store. After meeting the town’s newest resident, he adds a new goal—helping Charlotte find her place in Brookview. With a parrot named Cracker Jack paving the way for their partnership to become a romance, Charlotte and Tyson see more than the dreams for their stories coming true. But when their plans conflict and past hurts resurface, will they lose their dreams and each other? 

“Snowflakes and Puppy Love” by Beth E. Westcott—When Cooper Stiles walks in the door of Archer Books, his stunning blue eyes and friendly smile pull at Brianna Kinney’s heart. He’s the first man she’s attracted to since becoming a widow. The new clerk in Robin Archer’s bookstore catches Cooper’s eye. Brianna’s love for children and her cute puppy are captivating, but he doesn’t have time for dating. His current priority is caring for his nephew and niece while their mother, his dead brother’s wife, fulfills a work commitment overseas. And he’s not going to get caught up in any more match-making schemes. 

Beth Westcott and her writing habits

Jen - Do you have a certain time of day you like to write? Do you follow an outline? Where do you get your ideas? What do you like most about writing? Plotter or pantser?

Beth – I write best in the morning. I don’t have an office, so it can be distracting writing at the kitchen table, but it gets done. Ideas come from life, my experiences, and what I’ve witnessed, and my writing is influenced by my Christian faith.

I like to write because I enjoy using words and putting them together in a clear, meaningful way. Also, I see writing as a gift from God to use for His glory. I use outlining as a tool to get started and to develop characters and plot, but I’m comfortable changing direction as I write. 

Beth Westcott

A lifelong lover of books and reading, Beth Westcott’s first Christian romance novel, Meadow Song, debuted in 2018 with Mantle Rock Publishing, republished by Scrivenings Press in 2020.  Scrivenings also published her Three Sisters Series, Heart’s Desire, A Heart’s Journey, and Her Heart’s Longing. Lillenas Drama published some of her church holiday manuscripts in their Christmas, Easter, and Thanksgiving Program Builders. Several devotions appeared in Penned for the Heart and one in The Secret Place. Her short story “Sadie and the Princess” is included in Heart-warming Horse Stories on Amazon. Snowflakes and Puppy Love is Beth’s first novella. 

Beth and her husband have three adult children and five granddaughters. Their grandson is in heaven. She enjoys reading, music, gardening, sewing, and photography. 

With Child Evangelism Fellowship and in pastoral ministry in several churches, Beth worked alongside Frank for 38 years. She taught Bible classes to children, teens, and women and participated in church music ministry. A 4-H member for nine years, she became a 4-H leader when her children belonged to 4-H, and she homeschooled her children for twelve years. She now resides with her husband in Otego, New York. 

Connect with Beth on her blog, BookBub, Facebook, and Goodreads.

Research for Beth’s books

Jen – Did you have to do research for your story? If so, what did you find most interesting? 

Beth – Although I write about everyday life, some research is still necessary. When one of my characters went into the Air Force, I contacted a recruiter for the information I needed. I researched online about an illness.  

Beth’s goals

Jen – What are your writing goals?  

Beth – I write because I believe it’s God’s gift to be used for His glory. I love putting together words and creating a story. I’ve also written a few poems. I love the sound and cadence of words. Of course, I want my readers to enjoy reading my books, but I also want to share God’s light and truth through my words.  

More about Beth Westcott

Jen – I’d love to know some fun facts about you!

Beth – Favorite season: spring; favorite Bible verse: Proverbs 3:5,6; things I enjoy: time spent with family, gardening, sewing, and photography (totally amateur). 

Jen – What is your advice for new authors?  

Beth – Learn the craft, connect with others in the writing community, and don’t give up on your calling. 

Jen – Thank you, Beth, for being on my blog! I can’t wait to read Pets Amore!

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Hi, I’m Jen! I’ve been married for 39 years, have 5 amazing kids, and have 3 adorable grandkids. I homeschooled our three youngest children and used to blog about homeschooling. I also taught Oral Communication as an adjunct instructor for over 5 years.

Jen Dodrill Writes is born of a passion of mine – to write a novel! My first cozy mystery – Birds Alive! – released Feb. 27, 2024 and the 2nd in the series, Where’s the Quetzal? releases Feb. 25, 2025!

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