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WORLD READ ALOUD DAY 2024: Schedule a FREE Visit with Laura Sassi

WORLD READ ALOUD DAY is Wednesday, February 7, 2024. In celebration I am offering FREE 20-minute World Read Aloud Day virtual visits for Christian preschools, elementary schools and homeschools featuring my two newest books, MY TENDER HEART BIBLE and MY TENDER HEART PRAYER BOOK.  IMPORTANT DETAILS: This special VIRTUAL visit must take place the week… Continue reading WORLD READ ALOUD DAY 2024: Schedule a FREE Visit with Laura Sassi

A CHRISTMAS POEM: Where is Baby Jesus?

In celebration of Christmas, here’s a poem inspired by Christmas at our house when the kids were little. (FUN FACT: I loved it when my kids played with our little nativity. Indeed it was that fun play that inspired me to write GOODNIGHT, MANGER! If you want more on that check out this old post.)  Now for the… Continue reading A CHRISTMAS POEM: Where is Baby Jesus?

CHRISTMAS JOY: The Sharing of a SPECIAL BOX (and a Precious Memory)

This past Friday morning, I had the joy of gathering with over sixty or so women for a Christmas brunch organized by the wonderful women who lead the Friday morning  “Tapestry” Bible study at our church. As we were planning the event, we knew we wanted it to be a time of fellowship, caroling and… Continue reading CHRISTMAS JOY:  The Sharing of a SPECIAL BOX (and a Precious Memory)  

FAITH THOUGHTS: God Answers Prayer BUS Edition!

I’ve been praying recently that God would show me that He is still alive at work in hearts of all ages, even in the midst of the confusion, pain, and lostness of these present times. Are people still turning to Him? Are lives still being transformed by Jesus? I guess what I’ve been praying for… Continue reading FAITH THOUGHTS:  God Answers Prayer BUS Edition!

MY TENDER HEART BIBLE: Capturing the Essence of God’s Story in Rhyme

MY TENDER HEART BIBLE, introduces littlest ones to twelve of my favorite stories from the Old and New Testament rendered in poetic rhyme which both individually and together point to God’s redemptive love. Each retelling is accompanied by a Bible citation, a beautiful illustration by Sandra Eide, and a Heart Moment of prayer. The book is… Continue reading MY TENDER HEART BIBLE: Capturing the Essence of God’s Story in Rhyme

FROM MY HEART TO YOURS: My Christmas Hope and Prayer for MY TENDER HEART BIBLE

What inspired me to write MY TENDER HEART BIBLE and what is my hope and prayer for little ones and their families this Christmas? Find out in this short (1 minute 37 seconds!) video. HINT: It has to do with God’s great love for YOU and I hope it nudges your heart to pick up… Continue reading FROM MY HEART TO YOURS: My Christmas Hope and Prayer for MY TENDER HEART BIBLE

Interested in Purchasing SIGNED COPIES of Books by Laura Sassi? THREE EASY OPTIONS

Signed picture books make wonderful keepsake gifts for the little ones in your life.  They can also be given as gifts to teachers, pastors, caregivers and more. And now you can give signed copies of MY TENDER HEART BIBLE or MY TENDER HEART PRAYER BOOK—or my other books even if you can’t make it to… Continue reading Interested in Purchasing SIGNED COPIES of Books by Laura Sassi? THREE EASY OPTIONS

FROM MY HEART TO YOURS: Thoughts for When Thanksgiving ISN’T Happy

I lost my mother early Thanksgiving morning ten years ago. I still miss her every day, but thankfully, I no longer grieve in the intense heart-wrenching way that gutted my soul for those first couple of years. With her memory in mind, however, before I start preparing the stuffing for today’s feast (using her recipe),… Continue reading FROM MY HEART TO YOURS: Thoughts for When Thanksgiving ISN’T Happy

And the Winner of SHARE THE JOY is…

I’m delighted to announce that the winner of last week’s special giveaway, a brand new  SIGNED copy of SHARE THE JOY by Valerie Ellis is… Frances M.!!!!! Congratulations!  I will be in touch with you so we can get the book to you. Thanks again, Valerie for stopping by to share five fun facts about… Continue reading And the Winner of SHARE THE JOY is…

COVER REVEAL: COVER REVEAL: Rosanne L. Kurstedt’s STICK vs. STONE (Plus an Interview!)

COMING SOON! Picture book author Rosanne L. Kurstedt has a new picture book on the way. Published by Worthy Kids and illustrated by Agnes Saccani, STICK VS. STONES will hit shelves everywhere this coming March. The cover is just starting to pop up on the web, so I asked if she’d be my guest for… Continue reading COVER REVEAL: COVER REVEAL: Rosanne L. Kurstedt’s STICK vs. STONE (Plus an Interview!)