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AUTHOR SPOTLIGHT: The Inspiration behind WHEREVER YOU ARE with Glenys Nellist (and a GIVEAWAY!)

Today it is my pleasure to have children’s author Glenys Nellist here to share the touching inspiration behind her newest book for children. Published by Beaming Books with illustrations by Sian James and told in gently rhyming text, WHEREVER YOU ARE is a reminder that God is with us through it all. Like Glenys’ other… Continue reading AUTHOR SPOTLIGHT: The Inspiration behind WHEREVER YOU ARE with Glenys Nellist (and a GIVEAWAY!)

BUNNY FINDS EASTER: Faith Thoughts from the Author

Have you read my Easter book BUNNY FINDS EASTER?  It released with Zonderkidz last Spring and both then, and now, it’s my hope, that it will be used as a fun introduction to the real meaning of Easter with littlest ones. The story is bouncy and colorful and fits right into an Easter basket.  It… Continue reading BUNNY FINDS EASTER: Faith Thoughts from the Author  

EASTER BASKET JOY: THREE Book Giveaway

The daffodils are blooming. The bunnies are hopping. Spring is here! So now, in celebration of a new season and new birth and a new book, I’m in the mood for a Easter-y giveaway with not one, not two, but THREE of my books that are perfect for your Easter basket. Here’s what I’m offering:… Continue reading EASTER BASKET JOY: THREE Book Giveaway

FIVE FUN FACTS about AN EASTER BUNNY’S TALE with Christian Picture Book Author Valerie Fentress

Children’s author Valerie Fentress and I have something special in common: We both have faith-based Easter Bunny books that released last spring! And today, in celebration of books that point kids to Jesus at Easter, I am delighted to have Valerie as my guest sharing FIVE FUN FACTS about her book An Easter Bunny’s Tale.… Continue reading FIVE FUN FACTS about AN EASTER BUNNY’S TALE with Christian Picture Book Author Valerie Fentress

EASTER BOOK PARADE: Eight Books to Teach Little Ones about the Real Meaning of Easter

I love a good old-fashioned Easter Parade with colorful bonnets and fancy spring outfits, all bursting with JOY. Easter, after all, is the most significant holiday in the Christian calendar. It’s when we celebrate the good news of Christ’s resurrection. But amidst the joy of jelly beans and chocolate bunnies and colorful Easter outfits, it’s… Continue reading EASTER BOOK PARADE: Eight Books to Teach Little Ones about the Real Meaning of Easter

The MY TENDER HEART BIBLE Book Tour Continues with Three Interviews (including one on Catholic Faith Network!)

One of the joys of having a new book out is getting to chat about it in meaningful and fun ways. This week I have three special interviews to share with you. First up, on February 22nd at approximately 9:45 am, I had my first ever LIVE tv interview. The lovely Colleen from Catholic Faith… Continue reading The MY TENDER HEART BIBLE Book Tour Continues with Three Interviews (including one on Catholic Faith Network!)

SPECIAL OFFER: Schedule a FREE Springtime Author Visit with Laura Sassi

Spring is in the air and school author visits seem finally to be back in full swing. So, with that in mind: Now through June 21, 2023, I am offering free 20-minute SPRING AUTHOR VISITS featuring your choice of My Tender Heart Bible, Bunny Finds Easter or Little Ewe to the first FIVE groups who… Continue reading SPECIAL OFFER: Schedule a FREE Springtime Author Visit with Laura Sassi

TODDLER THEOLOGY: Tips for Sharing Faith with Little Ones with Author Cathy Dudley

Is it possible to teach toddlers about God? I first had this question as a college senior when the children’s ministry coordinator at the small church I attended asked me if I’d be interested in teaching the toddler class.  “Aren’t they too young to understand anything?” I asked. Her answer has stuck with me all… Continue reading TODDLER THEOLOGY: Tips for Sharing Faith with Little Ones with Author Cathy Dudley

OBSERVING LENT with MY TENDER HEART BIBLE: A Calendar of Readings

Are you looking for a way to observe Lent with your littles ones and introduce them to God’s grand plan for redemption? Nothing too pressured and very flexible — but wouldn’t it be neat to set aside 12 “Bible Heart Moments” with them between now and Easter to read 12 stories that point to God’s… Continue reading OBSERVING LENT with MY TENDER HEART BIBLE: A Calendar of Readings

NEW RESOURCE: Check out the MY TENDER HEART BOOKS Website!

Did you know that MY TENDER HEART BIBLE, which released earlier this month with Paracete Press, is part of a series? The second book MY TENDER HEART PRAYER BOOK will release this coming fall. And in the super neat category, my publisher Paraclete Press has created a special website for the series: https://mytenderheartbooks.com It’s your… Continue reading NEW RESOURCE: Check out the MY TENDER HEART BOOKS Website!