Once Upon a Campus

by Karen Kingsbury

Ever wonder what it would be like to follow a couple of incoming Liberty University freshmen through their college experience? Run with them through campus as they search for Green Hall, sit with them at convocation - the largest Christian student gathering in the world. Cheer with them from the stands on a football Saturday. And feel your heart pound as romance begins and lifelong friendships start.

Genres: Christian Fiction

83 pages, ebook

About the author

Karen Kingsbury, #1 New York Times bestselling novelist, is America’s favorite inspirational storyteller, with more than twenty-five million copies of her award-winning books in print. Her last dozen titles have topped bestseller lists and many of her novels are under development with Hallmark Films and as major motion pictures. Her Baxter Family books are being developed into a TV series slated for major network viewing sometime in the next year. Karen is also an adjunct professor of writing at Liberty University. In 2001 she and her husband, Don, adopted three boys from Haiti, doubling their family in a matter of months. Today the couple has joined the ranks of empty nesters, living in Tennessee near five of their adult children.

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Reviews

[Leah · Rating 4 out of 5]

Lynchberg, VA - October

This is a quick story. It has faith as a focus, and there is a bit of romance. I hope the author eventually finishes this series, but it doesn't seem likely at this point.

[Felicia Moore · Rating 5 out of 5]

good short story ❤️

[linda murray · Rating 5 out of 5]

Warm and Easy to Read

Karen Kingsbury has been one of my favorite Christian authors and I have tried to read all her books. This one is centered on God, as is her others, but this one involves a young man who in his senior year in high school looking for a big named school in basketball, but after attending college week in his senior year of high school at the Christian college his brother attends, he's rethinking his top school choice, especially after meeting the coach's daughter! It's a heart warming book.

[Jo May · Rating 5 out of 5]

LU, the best!!

I love Liberty University! Several of our young people have attended there. This was a great story that told how special LU is. Years ago they had a program called "Raising Young Timothy's. I was honored to contribute to this amazing program. That was over 30 years ago. What a blessing to see how much the university has grown. Thank you Karen for shedding light on this great school.

[Mark Reeder · Rating 4 out of 5]

The big downside of the story is that you end up paying to read a promo for Liberty University. Now Ms. Kingsbury teaches there as a visiting professor, and all five of her sons have attended there (two are graduates), so of course she isn't going to bash the place. But whether you should pay for a promo is a question you have to decide.

But nevertheless the story is a good one; hopefully she will begin working on the series again and continue what is an interesting story line to come.

[Cathy · Rating 5 out of 5]

KK delivers again with this enchanting short story about one of the adopted Flanigan boys from Haiti. Being a Bible college graduate myself from back in the day, I really enjoyed the descriptions of Liberty University...I really want to visit there! Hoping there will be another installment. Recommend!

[Gail Kehm · Rating 5 out of 5]

A Short Story with a Full Lesson

I chose to read KK's short story because she's one of my favorite Christian fiction authors, because I knew it would have all the elements I would expect from her. She never disappoints! A great storyline, a God honoring message, lessons to apply in one's life. Highly recommend read!

[Dawn Williamson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Awesome reminder!

Karen reminds all of us, young AND old, that just because you THINK you have your life mapped out, God's plans may be completely different!!! Listen to that still, small voice - it's God trying to tell you His plans for you!! Don't be afraid to follow His lead! "For I know the plans I have for you...."

[Amy Shields · Rating 5 out of 5]

bringing me back to Karen Kingsbury

I used to read Karen Kingsbury books as a teen…this was short enough to remind me the good feelings I felt when reading her stories and how
They always bring you back to Jesus. I will be picking up her novels again and propelling my relationship with Jesus on a deeper level once again.

[Jan Thompson · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good quick read

Lovely story love to read the whole story just to see what temptation and firery darts are coming his way. And will Connor play a big role in helping Shawn find his way. Will he really get the girl without his coach kicking off the team?

[Sarah · Rating 4 out of 5]

Definitely a quick read - as a Liberty University Online student and a fan of Karen Kingsbury I was thinking this would be a neat read. I haven't been to the campus yet, but will be doing my intensive in November and look forward to seeing the actual campus.

[Hyacinth · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love anything Kingsbury. This short inspirational college campus sports centered love story captured my heart because the star athlete wanted to belong. I can't wait to see how their story unfolds. Vienna has her work cut out for her with a loving but over protective dad.

[Heidi Morrell · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a fantastic Contemporary Christian fiction short story. It would be awesome to read more about Shawn and Vienna in the future! I was provided with a complimentary copy of this book, but it did not in any way affect my review. All opinions are my own.

[Karen · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very short book but definitely got you excited that there might actually be a place on earth like that University that focused on God and all the students had the light of Jesus in their eyes. The world would be a much better place. Great author.

[Terri · Rating 4 out of 5]

I hope this is the beginning of a new branch of this tree of stories!

[Xray · Rating 4 out of 5]

Hhshs

Helllo f g d a d g a a aaaw. D d f f f f a s d f

[Kayla Kanak · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another hit

This was another Karen Kingsbury hit. I could have read more and more. I have always loved her books. I can't wait for more.

[Heather · Rating 4 out of 5]

Love it wish it was longer

[Beverly Knudsen · Rating 5 out of 5]

A great short story. I would love to read a follow-up to this great story about Liberty University and the students their.

[Runnisha McNamee · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great start.

I can't wait to read more as with all Karen's books. I cannot put them down until they are finished.

[Diane]

University Life

I wish all young people could find colleges life like this. Not all the parties drugs and other things that go on at the other schools.

[Sandra · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a short story about Shawn’s college decision that will change his life. He has three offers for schools but will Liberty University be were God wants him? I loved this story.

[Cindy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Short story

Even though this was a short story it was still as powerful story that Karen Kingsbury erites. She really has a great talent to get to hour heart

[Charlotte Runnels · Rating 4 out of 5]

once upon a compass

This was really a short book, disappointing but to be back with the Flaggians was so awesome. Love,faith and God always

[Readsandeats · Rating 4 out of 5]

Really enjoyable read

[Shirley Whitehead]

Need

e-Short Stories: Bk 4

[Phyllis · Rating 5 out of 5]

I always enjoy Karen's Writing

This book was of special interest to me since I have a grandson who wants to attend a Christian university when he finishes high school. I enjoyed learning more about the campus and it's values. I also loved the familiar characters from previous books. Short but sweet.

[Alicia Fannin · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a sweet little fictional read that can be easily read in a couple hours. I’m enjoying this author’s work!

[BRIGITTE TURCHETTO · Rating 2 out of 5]

Not a complete story

[Eileen Murray · Rating 5 out of 5]

Summary

Loved this book! The way the story moved made me want to see what was going to happen next! Karen Kingsbury has a way of writing that has Christ in every paragraph! I would recommend this to a young student who is either already a Christian or searching for the answer. Great story, can hardly wait to read the rest.