Monthly Archives: June 2022

mam i see you

New Book Helps Women Find Glimmers of Hope in the Trenches of Motherhood

FAITH NEWS SERVICE – Every mother, if she’s honest, will tell you that motherhood is both their greatest honour and hardest struggle. Loss of identity, parenting fails and search for purpose are just some of the issues mothers face every day.

Mirette Abraham was just embarking on her career as a medical doctor in Sydney, when she found herself in the trenches of motherhood, faced with the realisation that her life was not ‘instagramable,’ like other families seemed to be. In fact, she found herself struggling with anxiety and depression, plagued by the thought that she wasn’t fulfilling her purposes, or living out the life God set out for her.

‘Mama, I See You. Finding Glimmers of Hope in the Trenches of Motherhood’ is Mirette’s story of finding purpose and feeling seen by God through her struggles with motherhood and her career.

Mirette said, “I’ve written this book hoping to unveil everything that keeps us from fulfilling the perfect life that our Lord has in store for us and to encourage us all to reflect on how He uses everything and everyone in our path to make that mystery known. Throughout the chapters, I share my personal journey of reflection and bring to light my Lord’s love and grace in my motherhood—both the struggles He allows and the flowers that bloom in the wreckage.”

‘Mama, I See You’ is written from a mother’s heart, but anyone struggling with depression or identity issues will find hope and encouragement in its pages.

Mirette also shares her grief at losing a baby, and paints a strikingly beautiful picture of belonging in the experience of such a personal pain.

As a cancer doctor and treating terminally ill patients, it was in hospital wards and kneeling at bedsides where Mirette truly discovered God’s heart for each of us as we journey through life. Whether you are struggling through motherhood, career, or an unimaginable diagnosis, He sees you and although His silence may seem deafening, He has never left your side. The ‘Man of Sorrow’ knows. He knows.

In ‘Mama, I See You,’ Mirette says, “His presence becomes the key to embracing our pain. In His presence we learn how to break free from its stronghold and tend to it as God has been doing all of these years.”

Mirette offers wisdom and encouragement as one who’s ‘been there’ and made it to the other side, with reflections and ‘instructions’ at the end of each chapter to guide you through your own journey toward hope and purpose.

Mirette also has her own podcast—called MAMI—that speaks to the modern Orthodox mama, on which Mirette and her co-host try to work through a lot of the common struggles of motherhood in faith. And a blog www.mamamd.blog where she shares her thoughts on faith and parenting.

In Mirette’s own words, “Motherhood comes with seemingly unbearable struggles. But still, God allows flowers to blossom from their wreckage. We just need to find their garden…”

Mama, I See You: Finding Glimmers of Hope in the Trenches of Motherhood’ is published by Resource Publications, is now available globally.

perry brown

New Book Tackles an Obvious but Neglected Biblical Truth

“Pleasing God” explores a seldom considered topic vital to Christian health and maturity.

FAITH NEWS SERVICE – Dallas, Texas, June 6, 2021 — “Pleasing God: Discovering the Blessing of God’s Favor” from author and Bible teacher Perry Brown (ThM Dallas Seminary) asserts that we can both know we are pleasing to God and that we are truly created for His pleasure!

Christians spend a lot of time believing God and trusting God and obeying God; fearing Him and looking for Him and living for Him; understanding Him and studying Him and teaching about Him; following Him and learning from Him. But rarely do they consider what pleases Him – and if they are pleasing to Him.

Perry understands that each of us has invested significant emotional energy trying to please others. And if we fail, those failures may unavoidably color our relationship with God, cloud our understanding of Him, confuse our fellowship with Him, and curtail our joy in Him. But it need not be so.

The Bible has much to say about exactly what does please God. Faith. Obedience. Love. Humility. Compassion. Fear of the Lord. Self-control. Knowledge. Justice. Each chapter in “Pleasing God” explores one of these topics and reveals why that virtue pleases the Lord and how we please Him when we practice it.

Perry concludes, “The Christian life is much more enjoyable when we are daily motivated by the knowledge of God’s pleasure toward us. That assurance is like a good meal that fills us in the moment and fuels us for the work-to-come that He has prepared for us from eternity.”

To download a PDF of the book’s foreword and introduction, click here.

For more information or an interview about “Pleasing God,” call 214-240-9562 or email pleasinggodthebook@gmail.com. The book can be ordered online:
Amazon book page: https://tinyurl.com/pleasinggodthebook
Amazon author page: https://tinyurl.com/perrycbrown

proposals gone awry

Proposals Gone Awry #1 New Release

FAITH NEWS SERVICE – Redemption Press presents Proposals Gone Awry featuring best-selling and award-winning authors Allie Pleiter and Liz Tolsma, plus Heather Royce, J. C. Lafler, Haley V. Craft, and Tisha Martin.

Sweet Christian fiction boxed sets are adored worldwide by Christian fiction readers, and Redemption Press has pulled together a great mix of writers to entertain and charm the vast audience of sweet Christian readers.

He’s ready to propose. She’s ready to say yes. And then it all gets mix up . . . Proposals Gone Awry adds a fresh spin to Christian romantic fiction—each novella in this sweet romance boxed set features a proposal that gets stopped in mid-knee bend, leading the heroes and heroines down unexpected twists and turns on the path to “Will you marry me?” These contemporary Christian fiction novellas contain real-life struggles, humor, and yes . . . finally a proposal.

Proposals Gone Awry launches at 99 cents on Amazon, plus it’s free on Kindle Unlimited.

For more information, contact Dori Harrell, managing editor of Redemption Press: dori@redemption-press.com or 509-910-2220.

Here’s what some of the reviewers have said (copied directly from Amazon):

Colleen Jones
5.0 out of 5 stars Proposals in real life don’t always go as planned
Reviewed in the United States on June 27, 2022

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In “Melting into Love” the very serious subject of just how abusive relationships can take various forms and how the relationship between Tiffany and Brent are really affected by Heathers past marriage which hid manipulation and and other forms of non physical abuses which then affect not just Tiffany’s view of herself but also how she reacts to seemingly very innocuous actions or statements made by Brent where he is simply trying to be helpful. Such a great read where author, Heather Royce, allows the reader to slowly discover the issues that Tiffany needs to overcome when she is put in a crucible of an entirely different kind.
Kathy
5.0 out of 5 stars So-o-o Good!!
Reviewed in the United States on June 26, 2022

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Just finished reading Book 3, “Melting into Love”. Great story of second chances, resolving conflict and finding love after heartache. A must read! Now…on to the rest of the collection!!

Click HERE to Read About the Featured Authors

Suggested Interview Questions
What made this the right time for Redemption Press to launch its first romantic fiction boxed set?

Tell us about the mix of authors. How did this group all come together?

The stories are all so different! How were the story lines decided on so they wouldn’t all sound the same?

How do readers benefit from authors joining together in a boxed set?

What are some of the ways in the stories that the proposals get jinxed?

These are sweet Christian novellas, but they also feature some compelling story lines. What difficult, real-life situations do the characters have to deal with?

the freedom experience

The Freedom Experience | A Practical Guide to Deliverance and Emotional Healing, by Patrick Jaiyeoba launches today

FAITH NEWS SERVICE – (June 28th, 2022) PJM Publishing is incredibly pleased to announce the book launch of “The Freedom Experience: A Practical Guide to Deliverance and Emotional Healing” from Patrick Jaiyeoba, Minister of Deliverance, Emotional, and Physical Healing trained and certified by the Global Awakening College of Ministry.

In the Freedom Experience, Jaiyeoba gives his invaluable insight on understanding the root causes of demonic oppression, removing the legal rights given to the enemy, and ultimately paving the way towards accomplishing the freedom given to us by Jesus.

When you hear the term “Deliverance,” many people imagine a priest performing exorcism as it is shown in many horror movies over the years. Church-going folk typically see the image of someone behaving strangely as a Pastor prays for them during an alter call. But what is Deliverance?

Defined as the “action of being rescued and set free,” it truly is as simple as that. Many people today are under the influence of demonic oppressors who make living in freedom an unattainable dream. It is to set us free from the demonic yolk that Jesus himself came to this world.

The Holy Scriptures tell us in Gal 5:1“It is for freedom that Christ has set us free, stand firm then and do not let yourselves be burdened by the yolk of slavery.”

The demonic oppression many people today live under essentially subjects them to a form of slavery. Jaiyeoba’s book is inspired by his personal journey to achieving deliverance. The Freedom Experience encompasses practical and biblical insights that offer readers the opportunity to effectively achieve self-deliverance. It skillfully guides readers on impactfully using deliverance prayers that work to help them successfully engage in spiritual warfare.

The book delves into the importance of and how to become more receptive toward emotional healing. It helps the reader understand how to forgive others and receive deliverance. The ungodly strongholds embedded into our minds keep us from breaking free from all the generational curses that enslave us.

In the book ‘The Freedom Experience,’ Jaiyeoba breaks down the steps to break free from limiting beliefs that prevents you from achieving true freedom and accomplishing your goals in life. It teaches you what you can do to proactively avoid the enemy’s traps of these limiting beliefs, preventing them from embedding their lies into our hearts.

The scripture says in 2nd Corinthians 2:10:4-5(ASV), “Certainly, the weapons of our warfare are not those of the flesh, but weapons made powerful by God for tearing down strongholds. We tear down thoughts…” the verse means it is possible for us to merely command those limiting thoughts to be torn down by the power of God.

If you genuinely desire true freedom for yourself in all areas of your life, The Freedom Experience lays down the practical and principled steps to freedom you can take to partner with God and fulfill his will for your life and family.

Learn more about the author of “The Freedom Experience: A Practical Guide to Deliverance and Emotional Healing,” on his website and you can purchase the book at amazon.com to begin your journey to achieving self-deliverance.

If you have inquiries about the book, you can reach out to Patrick Jaiyeoba at pjaiyeoba@gmail.com.

you don't know just how i feel

You Don’t Know Just How I Feel Becomes Amazon Best Seller

FAITH NEWS SERVICE – United States—Saturday, June 25, 2022
Gwendolyn O. Burton presents her newest book, You Don’t Know Just How I Feel: Hope for the Grieving Heart.

In You Don’t Know Just How I Feel, Gwendolyn Odom Burton seeks to connect with readers in a way that offers hope, inspiration, and courage after the loss of a loved one.

After three miscarriages, Gwendolyn Odom Burton thought she knew how to navigate grief. But when her adult son dies from sudden unexpected death in epilepsy (SUDEP), grief takes her down a different path. You Don’t Know Just How I Feel offers gentle validation, highlights common grief experiences rarely discussed and often minimized, and provides insight for fostering sympathetic and empathetic dialogue for the bereaved and those in supporting roles.

Gwendolyn O. Burton’s You Don’t know Just How I Feel will be free and available for download through 6/25. Click here to view. You Don’t Know Just How I feel is rated a 5.0 by those who have purchased the book. Here’s what some of the reviewers have said (copied directly from Amazon):
Rodney Combs

5.0 out of 5 stars Easy to read, practical, and professional help as we grieve

Reviewed in the United States on June 14, 2022

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This book opens a way to grieve and to help those who are grieving (and stop hurting them with our good but unhelpful intentions!). The chapter titled, Grief and the Digital Era” gave extremely useful and valuable tools about such things as when to post about others’ tragedies and how to deal with seeing pictures of your lost loved one on social media. I appreciated the vulnerability of Gwendolyn throughout the book and how she weaved her experience and learnings from her difficult losses with the counsel of experts. The writing is excellent. The story is relatable. The lessons are needed and immediately applicable. I’ll be sharing this with many people.
Deveaux

5.0 out of 5 stars True and Compassionate insight into a difficult subject

Reviewed in the United States on June 21, 2022

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I needed to read this. Gwendolyn pulls the shroud of mystery and misconception completely off the grieving process. This book is for EVERYONE because it gives us the right words to use and the right understanding when we want to help those who are grieving wherever they are in the grief process. Gwendolyn’s first-hand perspective also offers real and true hope for those who are grieving… it provides realistic and compassionate insight, and answers the most asked questions about getting through what is arguably the most difficult thing any of us could face. Stacks of this book should be in every hospital, hospice and every other place where people are dealing with the loss of a loved one.

For More Information: For more questions or to schedule an interview about this press release please contact Gwendolyn Burton at 303-913-8577 or movingforwardwithgb@gmail.com.

About the Author
After three miscarriages and an adult son who passed away from sudden unexpected death in epilepsy (SUDEP), Gwendolyn Burton is uniquely qualified to help others navigate their grief journey by discussing common challenges and misconceptions. She studied with grief expert David Kessler, founded Sisters in Solace (SiS), a support group for mothers of child loss, and is a Certified Grief Educator. Gwendolyn enjoys physical fitness and lives in Aurora, Colorado, with her husband, son, and three dogs.

Suggested Interview Questions

  1. Your book offers a unique perspective for people who are experiencing grief. What is the hardest piece about the grieving process?
  2. Would you share your own grief experience with us?
  3. How often or how long do the bereaved receive grief support from others?
  4. It’s understandable that some people have a hard time with tears and emotional pain. What are some ways to best support someone who has lost a loved one?
  5. Sometimes conversation can be challenging, and even though you mention some examples in your book, what is a common misconception about conversations after loss?
  6. What are some questions appropriate to ask the bereaved?
  7. In your book you mention different methods of self-care. Why is this important?
  8. If someone needed your grief support or needed to support someone grieving, what would you share with them?

 

proposals gone awry

Redemption Press releases its first-ever boxed set of sweet Christian romance novellas

FAITH NEWS SERVICE – Proposals Gone Awry features best-selling and award-winning authors Allie Pleiter and Liz Tolsma, plus Heather Royce, J. C. Lafler, Haley V. Craft, and Tisha Martin.

Sweet Christian fiction boxed sets are adored worldwide by Christian fiction readers, and Redemption Press has pulled together a great mix of writers to entertain and charm the vast audience of sweet Christian readers.

He’s ready to propose. She’s ready to say yes. And then it all gets mix up . . . Proposals Gone Awry adds a fresh spin to Christian romantic fiction—each novella in this sweet romance boxed set features a proposal that gets stopped in mid-knee bend, leading the heroes and heroines down unexpected twists and turns on the path to “Will you marry me?” These contemporary Christian fiction novellas contain real-life struggles, humor, and yes . . . finally a proposal.

Proposals Gone Awry launches at 99 cents on Amazon, plus it’s free on Kindle Unlimited.

For more information, contact Dori Harrell, managing editor of Redemption Press: dori@redemption-press.com or 509-910-2220.

About the Authors
Bestselling international author Allie Pleiter honed her talents in the world of popular fiction, where she still releases multiple books a year. Allie has over fifty published titles to her name, and over 1.5 million of her fiction and nonfiction books have been sold around the world. Already a national speaker among writing associations, Allie now extends her reach to entrepreneurs, speakers, consultants, and anyone who needs to bolster their productivity and creativity in a demanding marketplace. Allie is an avid knitter, confirmed coffee junkie, and firm believer that “pie makes everything better.” She holds a BS in Speech from Northwestern University and lives in the Chicago suburbs with her husband and the world’s most adorable dog. Discover more about Allie at www.alliepleiter.com.

Passionate might best describe Liz Tolsma. She loves writing, research, and editing. Her passion shone through in her first novel, which was a double award finalist. On any given day, you might find her pulling weeds in her perennial garden, walking her hyperactive dog, or curled up with a good book. She resides in a quiet corner of Wisconsin with her husband and youngest daughter. Her oldest daughter is a college student, and her son proudly serves as a US Marine. Visit Liz at www.liztolsma.com.

Debut fiction author Heather Royce has spent her life loving books. An English major, she also earned a Master of Arts in teaching. She has two adult children and lives near Raleigh, North Carolina. Heather lives in the country and enjoys her daily walks with her beagle and Australian shepherd. She also plays pickleball with her friends, a new pursuit that resulted from writing her first book. Connect with Heather on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/HeatherRoyceauthor.

C. Lafler is a poet and author. A retiree from civilian service for the federal government, she enjoys traveling, reading, spending time with her grandchildren, and solving puzzles of all kinds. She and her husband, David, live in Michigan but are often found in Texas during the cold Michigan winters. Connect with her at www.jclafler.com.

Haley V. Craft has been teaching English to ninth, tenth, and eleventh graders for seven years. She is a forever student who loves reading, listening to music, and doing new things. She’s a country girl who loves helping her parents on the family farm. Haley enjoys writing devotions, and Happily Even After is her first published fiction. You can learn more about Haley by visiting haleyvcraftwriting.com.

A professional freelance editor and a fiction author, Tisha Martin enjoys stories that transform hearts and minds. She contributed to The Horse of My Dreams: True Stories of the Horses We Love (2019, Revell). Misadventures in Love is her first contemporary romance. Visit her at www.tishamartin.com.

Suggested Interview Questions
What made this the right time for Redemption Press to launch its first romantic fiction boxed set?

Tell us about the mix of authors. How did this group all come together?

The stories are all so different! How were the story lines decided on so they wouldn’t all sound the same?

How do readers benefit from authors joining together in a boxed set?

What are some of the ways in the stories that the proposals get jinxed?

These are sweet Christian novellas, but they also feature some compelling story lines. What difficult, real-life situations do the characters have to deal with?

bible reading

Three Chapters Project Challenges Churches, Ministries and Individual Christians to Read Through the Bible with Them Over the Next Year

FAITH NEWS SERVICE – Indianapolis, IN, June23 , 2022 According to the American Bible Society’s 2020 State of the Bible report, only 9% of survey respondents read their Bible regularly, and Bible engagement had been consistently decreasing over the few years leading up to the survey.

The Three Chapters Project (the Project) was conceived to affect this trend by encouraging Bible-believing Christians to engage with the Bible by spending time reading and listening to three or four chapters daily. Every day the Project will send an email, to everyone who enrolls, with a link to a video of three or four chapters being read,along with the written words; so, by listening and reading along daily, a person will have heard and read the entire Bible over the course of a year.

A typical day’s readings will include a chapter from the Old Testament, a chapter from the wisdom or poetic books, and a chapter from the New Testament. The plan starts with readings from Genesis 1, Job 1, and Mathew 1, and works through those divisions in order. Because the math doesn’t work out perfectly, there will be days with two Old Testament chapters and either a poetic or New Testament chapter; and, there will be some adjustment days that will include readings from four chapters.

So that people can join throughout the year without starting their reading plan in the middle of the Bible, the Project is launching a new course on the first of every month. A course simply refers to a year-long period during which the Bible is read from beginning to end. The Project is registering in June and July for its inaugural course, which starts on August 1, with Day 1 of the plan. The next course, for those that don’t get signed up for the August Course, is the September Course, which will start on September 1, also with Day 1 of the plan – and so on.

While individuals are welcome to sign up, the Project hopes church, small group, and ministry leaders will see the Project as a tool they can use to exhort their members to read the Bible as a group – even families are encouraged to sign up as a group. The system is set up so that if a church, small group, or ministry registers with the Project, they will receive a link to a registration form that is unique to their church or ministry. When shared with their membership, everyone registering through that link will automatically be associated with their organization and enrolled in the course they are following.

Once a church or ministry is registered, all that is required for individuals registering to follow along with them is a first name and email address. Although registration is free for anyone who wants to participate, the Project is looking at potentially hefty costs of streaming video to subscribers 7 days a week, 52 weeks a year. They are hoping to cover the initial streaming and other costs through a crowdfunding campaign at givesendgo.com/threechaptersproject, with the ongoing cost being borne by those users who can afford to support the Project out of their abundance.

Media contact:
bernie@threechapters.org

More information:
https://threechapters.org
Example video: https://threechapters.org/daily-video/day-1
Fundraising campaign: https://givesendgo.com/threechaptersproject

you don't know just how i feel

You Don’t Know Just How I Feel #1 New Release for 7 Straight Days

FAITH NEWS SERVICE – Gwendolyn O. Burton presents her newest book, You Don’t Know Just How I Feel: Hope for the Grieving Heart.

In You Don’t Know Just How I Feel, Gwendolyn Odom Burton seeks to connect with readers in a way that offers hope, inspiration, and courage after the loss of a loved one.

After three miscarriages, Gwendolyn Odom Burton thought she knew how to navigate grief. But when her adult son dies from sudden unexpected death in epilepsy (SUDEP), grief takes her down a different path. You Don’t Know Just How I Feel offers gentle validation, highlights common grief experiences rarely discussed and often minimized, and provides insight for fostering sympathetic and empathetic dialogue for the bereaved and those in supporting roles.

Gwendolyn O. Burton’s You Don’t know Just How I Feel will be free and available for download on Amazon for 5 days (6/21/2022–6/25/2022). Click here to view. You Don’t Know Just How I feel is rated a 5.0 by those who have purchased the book. Here’s what some of the reviewers have said (copied directly from Amazon):

Ann Hayes

5.0 out of 5 stars Practical advice, expert opinions, and empowering content. Bravo to Author Gwendolyn Burton!

Reviewed in the United States on June 18, 2022

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Chapter 4 is a great tool for people who are supporting the bereaved. Often times, people say the wrong things in a time of loss. The intent comes from a great place, however, the impact can be damaging for the griever. I love how author Gwendolyn Burton, gives practical advice on phrases that can be used when speaking with someone who is mourning. This book is such an easy read, although the topic is heavy. Gwendolyn has found a way to weave in practical examples, expert opinions, and personal stories to give readers quite a toolbox for not only going through the process of grief but also supporting those close to them who may be going through it. I am very thankful that this content has awakened the desire for me to “return back to a place of emotional and physical calm” as I am on my grief journey.
Nancy Jamerson

5.0 out of 5 stars Important information regarding grief.

Reviewed in the United States on June 15, 2022

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I liked the sensitive candor the author used through out the book. Loved, loved, loved the “moving forward” component part of the book. Plus, how impacting grief can be to our faith walk. The title gets your attention by giving you something to think about. I used the book for a tool how it speaks to the realness of my own loss of a child, parents, and love ones., and for professional and ministry use. The book will definitely be a part of my grief tool kit.

For More Information: For more questions or to schedule an interview about this press release please contact Gwendolyn Burton at 303-913-8577 or movingforwardwithgb@gmail.com.

About the Author
After three miscarriages and an adult son who passed away from sudden unexpected death in epilepsy (SUDEP), Gwendolyn Burton is uniquely qualified to help others navigate their grief journey by discussing common challenges and misconceptions. She studied with grief expert David Kessler, founded Sisters in Solace (SiS), a support group for mothers of child loss, and is a Certified Grief Educator. Gwendolyn enjoys physical fitness and lives in Aurora, Colorado, with her husband, son, and three dogs.

Suggested Interview Questions

  1. Your book offers a unique perspective for people who are experiencing grief. What is the hardest piece about the grieving process?
  2. Would you share your own grief experience with us?
  3. How often or how long do the bereaved receive grief support from others?
  4. It’s understandable that some people have a hard time with tears and emotional pain. What are some ways to best support someone who has lost a loved one?
  5. Sometimes conversation can be challenging, and even though you mention some examples in your book, what is a common misconception about conversations after loss?
  6. What are some questions appropriate to ask the bereaved?
  7. In your book you mention different methods of self-care. Why is this important?
  8. If someone needed your grief support or needed to support someone grieving, what would you share with them?

 

jared kf jones

JARED KF JONES Releases Smooth, R&B Gospel/Christian Single ‘Goodness of God (I Just Wanna Sing)’

FAITH NEWS SERVICE – Next Friday, July 1st, 2022, Nashville-based Christian artist Jared KF Jones is releasing his smooth, soaring R&B-infused gospel single Goodness of God (I Just Wanna Sing) – a mid-tempo hit about having hope and singing praise of His Goodness.

Listen now: SoundCloud (Private Link)

Uplifting and catchy, with melodies that’ll have you thinking of Ne-Yo and airy pop vocals reminiscent of Michael Jackson, Goodness of God (I Just Wanna Sing) sees Jared lay his soul bare through song as a reminder to have gratitude for His Grace, even in rough times.

Written, recorded, and produced independently by Jared KF Jones, this single marks the gospel artist’s first official foray into radio play as a solo Christian act, despite having past success with his original songs being featured on major TV network films and shows, including BET’s The Game, NBC’s The Voice, and Days of Our Lives, and The Young and The Restless on CBS.

“I first heard the chorus melody in my head. I’d recently read Colossians 3:16 where it states we must let the word of Christ fill us, teach, and counsel each other with His wisdom and sing songs to God with thankfulness. I decided to sing simply about God’s goodness and recorded the idea on my phone, knowing it needed to become a song.”

– JARED KF JONES (SINGER/SONGWRITER)

Jared’s trusting in Him to move his gospel career to the next level – and we can show love to the breakthrough artist by supporting his stunning new single.

Goodness of God (I Just Wanna Sing) by Jared KF Jones will be available to stream, purchase, and download from Friday, July 1st, 2022.

For booking, interviews, and collaboration requests, contact jared@jaredkfjones.com

ABOUT JARED KF JONES
Jared KF Jones is a Christian/Gospel artist based in Nashville, Tennessee. His uplifting brand of Christian music is infused with a sophisticated, pop-leaning R&B style. Jared dives deep into the Spirit, building others up through his musical gift.

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you don't know just how i feel

You Don’t Know Just How I Feel, by Gwendolyn O. Burton launches today

FAITH NEWS SERVICEYou Don’t Know Just How I Feel will be Free to Download Tomorrow (6/21/2022)

Gwendolyn O. Burton presents her newest book, You Don’t Know Just How I Feel: Hope for the Grieving Heart.

In You Don’t Know Just How I Feel, Gwendolyn Odom Burton seeks to connect with readers in a way that offers hope, inspiration, and courage after the loss of a loved one.

After three miscarriages, Gwendolyn Odom Burton thought she knew how to navigate grief. But when her adult son dies from sudden unexpected death in epilepsy (SUDEP), grief takes her down a different path. You Don’t Know Just How I Feel offers gentle validation, highlights common grief experiences rarely discussed and often minimized, and provides insight for fostering sympathetic and empathetic dialogue for the bereaved and those in supporting roles.

Gwendolyn O. Burton’s You Don’t know Just How I Feel will be free and available for download on Amazon for 5 days (6/21/2022–6/25/2022). Click here to view. You Don’t Know Just How I feel is rated a 5.0 by those who have purchased the book. Here’s what some of the reviewers have said (copied directly from Amazon):
Jeneil Hunt Magloire
5.0 out of 5 stars This is an amazing book for all!
Reviewed in the United States on June 8, 2022

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This book touched some of the deepest parts of my soul. The author penned the book from her heart to my heart, and the heart of all who will read it. It engaged me from the very beginning, where the author begins with her personal grief journey. It informed me of more effective ways of being a support to others who are grieving, as well as, being supportive to myself as I continue to move forward through the various facets of my grief. Ms. Burton’s insights from her experiences, and that of others, brought me to tears in some areas and laughter in others…all of which I could relate to at some point in my own life. The timing of this book is impeccable. I reccomend this book to anyone who has a heart.
Sarah W.
5.0 out of 5 stars Helpful Resource
Reviewed in the United States on June 14, 2022

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I have friends who have lost loved ones and I haven’t been able to relate to what they’re feeling because I haven’t lost a close family member or friend. Gwen’s descriptions of her grief process showed me what my friends might be going through. I thought her advice for what friends can do to support those who are grieving was clear, concise, and valuable. This book is a helpful resource for both those who are grieving and those who are connected to them.

For More Information: For more questions or to schedule an interview about this press release please contact Gwendolyn Burton at 303-913-8577 or movingforwardwithgb@gmail.com.

About the Author
After three miscarriages and an adult son who passed away from sudden unexpected death in epilepsy (SUDEP), Gwendolyn Burton is uniquely qualified to help others navigate their grief journey by discussing common challenges and misconceptions. She studied with grief expert David Kessler, founded Sisters in Solace (SiS), a support group for mothers of child loss, and is a Certified Grief Educator. Gwendolyn enjoys physical fitness and lives in Aurora, Colorado, with her husband, son, and three dogs.

Suggested Interview Questions

  1. Your book offers a unique perspective for people who are experiencing grief. What is the hardest piece about the grieving process?
  2. Would you share your own grief experience with us?
  3. How often or how long do the bereaved receive grief support from others?
  4. It’s understandable that some people have a hard time with tears and emotional pain. What are some ways to best support someone who has lost a loved one?
  5. Sometimes conversation can be challenging, and even though you mention some examples in your book, what is a common misconception about conversations after loss?
  6. What are some questions appropriate to ask the bereaved?
  7. In your book you mention different methods of self-care. Why is this important?
  8. If someone needed your grief support or needed to support someone grieving, what would you share with them?

 

 

a fuller reality

The Beauty of God Amidst the Horror of Our Crazy World

FAITH NEWS SERVICE – What a crazy world this is! The heights, depths, and contradictions of existence can often be overwhelming. Although succour can be found in the beauty of creation, the evening news brings a different reality. Horrors of fierce battles, climate-generated catastrophe, animal extinction, habitation exploitation, and gun-wielding urban mayhem flood screens nightly. Somehow, the human heart bears all this tension, but there are casualties. For many, fear, anxiety, and depression descend like a tsunami. Where to turn?

A genuine Christian worldview offers a bulwark against the incoming surge of the world’s ever-increasing sense of hopelessness. That same worldview also challenges the secular world’s spirit-eroding, value-stripping, sense of self. But there is a panacea. Once the Apostle John’s words, “do not love the world or anything in the world” (1 Jn 2:15) are understood, a new reality comes into sharp focus. It then becomes far easier to make sense of why things are the way they are. Beauty becomes more vibrant, and unremitting daily horrors can be more effectively managed.

With John’s admonition in mind, God Down Under and A Fuller Reality challenge ‘the way of the world’. Eschewing a mindset that reacts with combat, capitulation, or consternation, these writings instead emphasise God’s ‘Way of the Word’: “The Word become flesh and dwelt among us.” (Jn 1:14) The very same Word continues to teach, through the agency of His Spirit, how joy and certainty can be found regardless of circumstance. These publications do not present a paradigm of unabashed optimism or positive thinking, but show how the Holy Spirit gives new understanding when invited into mind and heart. The books are about the love God has for His world. They are about the hope He offers. They are about the eternity He promises. Both can be found at: https://www.arkhousepress.com/

God Down Under: A year with an Aussie traveller documents the authors’ journeys within and around the amazing continent of Australia. The reader is invited to sample the splendour that Australia has to offer. Beauty, wonder, vastness, diversity, all form part of a journey around what one poet called the “wide brown land”. However, this is only part of the story. The reader is also invited to witness how each experience unfolds when seen through the eyes of a loving, sustaining and glorious God. In that sense, it is God Himself who issues the invitation to take this journey. Throughout it, He parades His glory – a glory observed via His masterful handiwork. Travel with the authors for 10 minutes each day for 365 days – one full year. Discover why so many years ago, Portuguese navigator Pedro De Quiros, called Australia “the Great Southland of the Holy Spirit”.

A Fuller Reality: For a world that seems emptier than ever takes the reader on a different journey. Whereas God down under examines the world from the perspective of God’s spectacular creation, this book focuses more on the reality of human behaviour. The breadth and depth of human experience, interpreted through the eyes of God’s redemptive story, frame the book. The compilation describes the best and worst of human nature in two-page vignettes, which cover a range of topics. Throughout the exploration, the reader is never left without hope. In every circumstance, “the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort” (2 Cor 1:3) is present. This is a worldview offering a “hope and a future” (Jer 29:11). As one reviewer has remarked: “Go with the authors and water your soul.”

Richard G. Berlach PhD MDiv. For as long as he can remember, Richard has always possessed a god-consciousness. It was his now wife Linda who introduced him to Jesus the Christ, to whom he then uttered those immortal words: “my Lord and my God.” A lifelong desire to know God and His Word then ensued. His life as an academic enabled him to read widely, interpreting what was read in the light of Scripture. Richard’s hobbies include open water swimming, writing from a Christian perspective, cooking, reading anything he can get his hand on, and tinkering in his small workshop.

Linda M. Berlach MA(Theol). Linda has had a life-long passion for reflective practice, personal and spiritual formation. This has found expression in years of facilitating small groups within the church and in her current work with medical students. She loves exploring ways in which individuals might support each other by listening more deeply to self, others, and especially to God’s voice. Interests include: mindful engagement with life; daily all-year-round ocean swims; connection with animals; yoga; weekly meeting with a group of Christian women finding their way together; and being part of the Courage and Renewal Australasia community of practice.

mystery babylon

New book “Mystery Babylon vs the Restrainer: The Restrainer Revealed!” launches

FAITH NEWS SERVICE – Yeshua House Publishing is pleased to announce the book launch of “Mystery Babylon vs the Restrainer: The Restrainer Revealed!” (Restoring Truth Book 3) from best-selling author Ken Mentell. Known for “The Elijah Calling” which is Ranked #4 on Bestcommentaries.com in the Eschatology & End-times category since 2014…comes some of the most alarming and insightful views on what is shortly to come to pass.

It is time we get back to what the Bible actually does tell us. Events have become very perilous and you are starting to wonder if the minister you trusted with your life is actually wrong about the timing of the Rapture. He said, “…if you don’t believe in a Pre-Tribulation Rapture…you won’t get to go…” And you believed him.

Now it’s becoming clear to you that he was at best…wrong. Should you cave in and take the Mark of the Beast? Some will think “…it can’t be the Mark of the Beast…the Pre-Trib Rapture hasn’t happened yet”. Is this the justification you will use to deny the reality that tough times are ahead?

If you are looking for a duo of the Antichrist and the False Prophet, you will be looking for a long time. There will only be one that will arrive. Did you realize that Jesus’ life is a prophecy of the end-time and that His confrontation with the Chief Priests was over their adherence to the religion of Babylon?

They had merged Torah with merchandising and that prompted Yeshua to purge the temple. That same conflict is going to happen in the end-time and five of the ten virgins will not be prepared for that conflict.

The church has held a number of beliefs about the end-time that are just plain unscriptural. For centuries we have heard no end about the Antichrist. Would you be surprised to hear that he is merely an errand boy…for a Harlot? Would you be surprised to hear that God sends him to intentionally deceive the whole world?

It is all true and we will examine those scriptures in detail. Get ready to have your paradigm rocked by scriptures you may have passed over. The goal is truth and scriptural accuracy. If you are not prepared to re-evaluate what you have been taught…go back to sleep and let your candle go out.

What about the Harlot? She has been glossed over time and again. That’s her secret. She operates from behind the curtain. She doesn’t care to be noticed. She only cares about control…and power. She is good at both and has been for a long time. Why is this important? If you miss her as the most significant bad actor in the book of Revelation…then you have missed it all. But she has been restrained. Babylon is going to be unleashed and the False Prophet is going to be in the middle of it all.

Learn more about “Mystery Babylon vs the Restrainer” at https://yp-us.com/ or purchase it at amazon.com. Contact Ken Mentell at YeshuaHouse@protonmail.com for inquires.

the kingdom of god

Redemption Press author offers devotions to give hope to those suffering from physical and emotional illness

FAITH NEWS SERVICE – In these days of the COVID-19 pandemic, which has had both direct and indirect effects on people with chronic disease (according to the CDC),* Dr. Luann Dunnuck offers hope and freedom. She knows firsthand what it’s like to live among daily struggles, and she has seen the kingdom of God come to bring restoration and revival.

Did you know you have an inheritance? As a believer in Jesus Christ, you have been given keys to the victorious, unshakable, matchless kingdom of God. When you uncover kingdom truths found in Scripture, you will no longer be defeated or orphaned, but rather will walk as a son or daughter of the King!

In this thirty-one-day devotional, author Luann Dunnuck—who has overcome such things as a debilitating illness and agoraphobia—encourages you to live in the kingdom of God now, in your everyday life. Inside the pages you will find freedom in Christ as Discover and Abide in the Kingdom of God answers these questions:

  • What is the kingdom of God?
  • How does the kingdom of God function?
  • How can the kingdom of God bring freedom?
  • Is the kingdom of God for the here and now or just for the hereafter?
  • What is the good news of the kingdom of God?

“Jesus impacted everyone He encountered for the good. As we follow in His footsteps, Scripture will teach us to uncover healing and deliverance, for not only our life, but also for those around us,” Dunnuck says. “If you struggle in mind or body, kingdom principles will bring restoration and revival to you. As you align your thinking and actions with Scripture, you will begin to walk in the fullness of His kingdom.

Dunnuck challenges and encourages us to discover and live by kingdom principles and experience freedom through Jesus.

* https://www.cdc.gov/pcd/issues/2021/21_0086.htm

About the author
Luann Dunnuck is a dynamic conference speaker, author, and counselor. As a student of the Word, she longs to see those suffering with afflictions be healed through the wisdom of Scripture and power of the Holy Spirit. She has overcome many obstacles in her own life, including a debilitating illness and panic attacks. Luann has earned a master’s degree in Christian counseling and a doctorate in theology. She is a member of the American Association of Christian Counselors (AACC) and is a licensed minister with the Assemblies of God. Her message of hope and restoration have been heard on radio and TV alike, including Words to Live By, RBC Ministries, and Crossroads Magazine. She and her husband, Robert, have three grown children.

For review copies and media interviews, contact the author at contact@luanndunnuck.com.

Learn more at www.luanndunnuck.com.

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be like grace

Charity Fundraising Single “Like Grace” by country-artist Jamie Trent


FAITH NEWS SERVICE – “Like Grace” comes to us from the seasoned country artist, Jamie Trent, with all proceeds going to the Be Like Grace Foundation. Trent’s poignant song carries on the legacy of 15-year-old Grace Schell after her accidental death, and poetically prompts listeners around the globe to #BeLikeGrace in their everyday lives.

 

Co-written with Marla Rubenstein and Scott Barrier, this tender ballad hits all the right moments and compels the listener to tap into the genuine love and contagious joy of this young girl. Carrying the spirit of a stripped-down, all-American tune, it floats with a buoyant reminder of the importance and brevity of our days on earth.  As seen in the YouTube video linked above, Trent tapped into the devastating, but the uplifting story as told by Grace’s parents and close friends to create this tender commemorative melody. The song was personally presented to the Schell family and they loved it. “The faith this family has had, and continues to have, is remarkable.”

Trent, a long-time singer-songwriter, hailing from Virginia, was drawn to this story via a mutual acquaintance.  Initially wondering if he was capable to render such an emotional song, he explains the immeasurable blessing he has felt in writing this song. “I didn’t think I had it in me to go that deep and write something that purpose-driven. This song and this family have done so much more for me than money could ever do.” 

 

PRESS: Esquire’s 15 Best Country Songs Of 2018 Bullet Holes In the Sky #11 by Mary Gauthier and Jamie Trent “It’s the most visceral cut on an album full of show-stoppers.” – Esquire

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Sara Beth Williams

New Contemporary Romance Highlights Grief and Anxiety from Christian Worldview

FAITH NEWS SERVICE – 2022 Selah Award Finalist Anchor My Heart is a Timely Narrative that Reminds Us of Where We Must Anchor Our Hope.

SACRAMENTO, Calif, June 2, 2022 — In her moving romance, Anchor My Heart, Sara Beth Williams adeptly depicts a heartbreaking journey toward hope and healing. In the aftermath of tragedy, Matt Lawson grapples with debilitating anxiety. The blessings he’d taken for granted—a dream job, a woman he loved, and his God-given musical talent—have crumbled at his feet. Unexpected attraction flares as Tara Pierce reaches into the sea of his grief and helps ground him in reality. But Matt isn’t ready to give his heart away again.

Fans of Janet W. Ferguson and Kari Trumbo will enjoy this inspirational romance that delves into honest depictions of mental health and the journey toward peace and hope. “In Anchor My Heart, Sara Beth Williams goes beyond two characters finding a second chance at love, by tackling difficult subjects like friendship, grief, and debilitating anxiety with sensitivity as we walk through troubled waters with these lovable characters.” Contemporary Christian romance author, Melony Teague, author of A Promise to Keep.

“Bring your tissues! Anchor My Heart faces honestly the painful and individualistic processes of grief. Williams’ vivid descriptions of the psychological and physical consequences of grief are moving and realistic. [Williams] highlights the importance of community in bringing healing through the lived experience of walking through grief together. The characters in Anchor My Heart are multidimensional and believable. A must read!” Award winning author Donna E. Lane, Ph.D.

“Humans are fallible and imperfect. My goal as I began writing toward publication was to write stories about authentic characters experiencing real life issues from a Christian worldview. I think it’s important to acknowledge that we as humans don’t have it altogether.” American Christian Fiction Writers interview with Sara Beth Williams.

Anchor My Heart released March 16, 2021, and is available in ebook and print, along with Williams’ previous works, including her 2020 Selah Award finalist A Worthy Heart. You can discover more at https://www.sarabethwilliams.com

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Anaiah Press LLC | ISBN 13 978-1954189058 | $19.99 | March, 16, 2021 | 322 pages

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On June 5, 2022, the International Day for the Unreached, the Alliance for the Unreached Is Kicking Off 33 Days of Prayer Through the #AThirdofUs Movement

FAITH NEWS SERVICETHE 1:11 PRAYER CHALLENGE INVITES PEOPLE TO PRAY AT 1:11 P.M. EACH DAY FOR 33 DAYS FOR THE 3 BILLION PEOPLE IN THE WORLD WHO STILL DON’T HAVE ACCESS TO THE GOSPEL; THOSE INTERESTED ARE ENCOURAGED TO JOIN THE #ATHIRDOFUS MOVEMENT TO HELP GENERATE AWARENESS

(Wheaton, IL) May 25, 2022 — June 5, which is Pentecost Sunday, marks the International Day for the Unreached in 2022. Because there are still 3 billion people across the globe (approximately one third of the world’s population) who still have no access to the Gospel, the Alliance for the Unreached is inviting people to join them for the 1:11 Prayer Challenge, which encourages participants to stop at 1:11 p.m. each day for 33 days to pray for unreached people.

The Challenge will kick off on June 5, when the Alliance will also host live streaming events from around the globe. It’s happening in tandem with the “A Third of Us” movement, which generates awareness for the third of people on Earth without access to a church, the Bible, or other believers. These unreached people are represented through the movement by the Three Line Symbol (I II).

“A Third of Us” asks participants to draw the Three Line Symbol (I II) somewhere visible, such as on their hand or on a profile photo. When participants share their photo with the symbol and the hashtag #AThirdofUs, they can help start a conversation about those who are still unreached.

Anyone interested in watching the live broadcasts, joining the 1:11 Prayer Challenge or participating with the “A Third of Us” movement can find out more by visiting AThirdofUs.com.

Last year, hundreds of people signed up to participate in the 1:11 Prayer Challenge. Dozens of social media influencers with a combined following of a million people posted about the “A Third of Us” movement, including David Platt, Francis Chan, and Natasha Brown Watson. The impact was

far-reaching, with the traffic and shares equally split between the US and other parts of the globe.

“This is not a one-time event, it’s a movement that continues to grow in strength,” says Marv Newell, Executive Director of the Alliance for the Unreached. “We want to continue increasing awareness and praying together for God to open doors to those who still don’t have access to the Gospel. In the West, we have so much exposure to the Bible, churches, and believers that it’s hard to think about the fact that anyone would still have no idea who Jesus is and what He’s done. We can’t sit still; we want to be prayerful and drive action so that the hope of Christ reaches every corner of the world.”

Those who visit AThirdofUs.com can learn more about the movement and download an Action Guide, a Church Kit, or a Family Guide—each including ways to engage and pray for those still Unreached by the Gospel. The Alliance also recommends that participants follow “A Third of Us” on social media as they share their Three Line Symbol photo with the #AThirdofUs hashtag.

There are over 60 organizations in the Alliance for the Unreached who assist in the mobilization of Christians in a myriad of activities including prayer, giving, and action, to ensure everyone has access to the life-giving message of the Gospel. Directing members include Bibles for the World, The Bless Foundation, Door International, Ethnos 360, Frontier Ventures, Joshua Project, Missio Nexus, Mission Network News, Operation Mobilization, Seed Company, TransWorld Radio, World Mission, and ZimZam Global.

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The International Day for the Unreached http://www.dayfortheunreached.org] and [A Third Of Us http://www.athirdofus.com] are initiatives of the Alliance for the Unreached, a group of evangelistic ministries and other organizations, including [Bibles For The World http://www.biblesfortheworld.org], [Door International http://www.doorinternational.org], [Ethnos360 http://www.ethnos360.org], The Bless Foundation [The Bless Foundation https://bless.world], [Frontier Ventures http://www.frontierventures.org], [Joshua Project http://www.joshuaproject.net], [Mission Network News http://www.mnnonline.org], [Missio Nexus http://www.missionexus.org], [Operation Mobilization http://www.omusa.org]; [Seed Company http://www.seedcompany.com], [TWR http://www.twr.org], [World Mission http://www.worldmission.cc], and [ZimZam Global http://www.zimzamglobal.org

Caption for Picture: Dr. Marvin Newell, Executive Director of the Alliance for the Unreached and author of “A Third of Us, What it Takes to Reach the Unreached” (William Carey Publishing, 2021)

through the eyes of amos

New Redemption Press release offers hope to every generation through a shepherd’s eyes

FAITH NEWS SERVICE – When a story can transcend generational and societal lines, hope, peace, and joy are one of the greatest gifts on earth. And sometimes we need a fresh perspective on timeless stories.* The biblical stories of Jesus’s birth and resurrection are no different.

Have you ever wondered what the shepherds must have thought when they first heard of Jesus’s birth and why they were the first that the angels told? Author Linda Jo Reed offers a unique perspective as told through the eyes of a young shepherd, and follows his adult experience through to Jesus’s death, burial, and resurrection.

To understand why this retelling is so special, we must recognize that in biblical times, shepherds were considered lowly and their job insignificant. And yet the beauty of the angels appearing to the shepherds first reveals just how much God thinks about and loves each one of us, no matter our status.

Linda Jo says, “I don’t know of anyone else looking at the shepherds in quite this way” and always “wondered what happened to the shepherds who witnessed the angels announcement and birth of Jesus.” She began to write blog posts about it, and Amos’s story emerged.

Through the Eyes of Amos is a heartwarming retelling of Messiah’s birth, death, and resurrection from a shepherd’s viewpoint. Young and old readers alike will enjoy the beauty and supernatural magic of this story, and be reminded that from Christmas through Easter, a promise made to a promise kept is a gift to share with everyone you meet.

A timeless everyday gift for families, parents and grandparents can use this book as a stepping stone toward the true story in the Bible as they explore the Christmas and Easter stories, sharing faith and building relationships with their children and grandchildren. Conversational questions in the back of the book helps readers understand and explore God’s abundant love for them.

* https://www.washingtonpost.com/religion/theater-release-for-the-chosen-christmas-special-breaks-records/2021/11/16/4acaf36c-472d-11ec-beca-3cc7103bd814_story.html

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Linda Jo Reed’s goal is simply to encourage people. Her hope is that support and help can be found through her words. She is the author of Upheld in the Battle and Mrs. Job’s Choice. She believes God’s intimate passion for His children can be an everyday experience, as He is tried and found faithful. Linda Jo also authors a blog, which can be found on her website www.lindajoreed.com. She lives in the Pacific Northwest, is grandmother to nine boys, and is owned by two cats.

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Kurt Nickle-Dickle of Whiskers

Redemption Press releases endearing children’s fantasy book

FAITH NEWS SERVICE – The fantasy genre is on the rise. Netflix 2018 findings show an increase in demand for science fiction and fantasy shows and movies.* And book sales for the science fiction and fantasy genre have doubled since 2010, according to publishing industry blog Author Earnings.**

Fantasy and imagination stimulate the mind and play an important role in cognitive development, according to Dr. Deena Weisberg’s study, “The Fantasy Advantage,” which found that children better retain information learned through fantasy play.*** Imagination has other long-term benefits as well. “Fantasy stimulates a child’s imagination! It fosters their belief in possibility,” said psychologist Dr. Christine Gockman. “This often results in children who are hopeful and more optimistic.”***

New children’s fantasy book Kurt Nickle-Dickle of Whiskers was born out of author N. J. McLagan’s esteem for the imaginative. “My passion for creativity and whimsy meshed with my love of fairy tales and children’s literature,” she said.

Kurt Nickle-Dickle of Whiskers is the story of nine-year-old Kurtis Francis Nickle-Dickle, who finds himself in an enchanted animal kingdom full of music, beautiful colors, and animals that communicate using their whiskers. But the land is in danger, and Kurt must choose between finding his way home or fighting to save the land and risking living in the Land of Whiskers forever.

With endearing characters, clever prose, and playful verse, McLagan ties in themes of friendship, faith, courage, and the power of light over darkness. Good is depicted as light, and evil is portrayed as the Thunder Troll and his dark legions, the Gathering Gloom.

“I wanted to take children on an adventure while also leaving a lifelong impression through an engaging storyline and fun, nonsensical rhymes,” McLagan said. “Christian allegory and godly characters are woven throughout to highlight the theme of the power of light over darkness.”

Intended for children ages nine through twelve, Kurt Nickle-Dickle of Whiskers will also be an enjoyable read for the growing number of young adults and adults with an appreciation of fantasy.

*https://www.businessinsider.com/netflix-is-focusing-on-sci-fi-to-meet-increasing-demand-data-2018-4

**https://www.forbes.com/sites/adamrowe1/2018/06/19/science-fiction-and-fantasy-book-sales-have-doubled-since-2010/?sh=c4d73a82edfe

***https://cosgrrrl.com/the-psychology-of-fantasy-b871f29b3ef5

About the author:
J. McLagan is a lover of children’s literature and fairy tales. She fell in love with classic children’s books while taking courses in children’s literature, children’s theater, and music for children at San Jose State University. A native of South Carolina, McLagan attributes her playful imagination to a childhood surrounded by a vast array of wildlife, sunny beaches, mossy oaks, and plenty of room for a child’s imagination to soar. When she’s not writing, McLagan enjoys painting in watercolor and oil. She holds a Certificate of Fine Arts Painting from Famous Artists School and is a member of Oil Painters of America, the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators, and the Authors Guild. McLagan lives in the Seattle area with her husband, Virgil, a tuxedo cat named Tabitha, and a toy poodle named Oliver.

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