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82 books | 180 friends

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71 books | 113 friends

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406 books | 172 friends

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Cindy Lynn Sawyer

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The United States

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http://www.designed2glow.com/

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Children's, Young Adult, Fiction

Member Since

April 2015

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Cindy's mission is to help build brighter futures for kids through reading adventures by sparking imagination, fostering a love of discovery and learning, and instilling values of compassion and wisdom. She believes this is foundational to helping kids G.L.O.W. from the inside out.

In Matthew 5:14, Jesus says,"You are the light of the world." We can bring light and life into the lives of others in big ways and small. Even kids can Go and be the Light Of the World. Let's help our little ones grow their G.L.O.W. so they can make a huge impact on the world round them.

Cindy resides in the northern part of Indiana alongside her husband. She is a proud mother to three grown children and a doting grandmother of five grandkiddos. Embracing the jo Cindy's mission is to help build brighter futures for kids through reading adventures by sparking imagination, fostering a love of discovery and learning, and instilling values of compassion and wisdom. She believes this is foundational to helping kids G.L.O.W. from the inside out.

In Matthew 5:14, Jesus says,"You are the light of the world." We can bring light and life into the lives of others in big ways and small. Even kids can Go and be the Light Of the World. Let's help our little ones grow their G.L.O.W. so they can make a huge impact on the world round them.

Cindy resides in the northern part of Indiana alongside her husband. She is a proud mother to three grown children and a doting grandmother of five grandkiddos. Embracing the journey of single motherhood, Cindy cherished moments of play and exploration with her kids. This included cozy Friday night campouts in the living room, complete with movies and pizza, as well as engaging baking sessions that left the kitchen adorned with frosting and an explosion of sprinkles. Today, Cindy finds joy in crafting book-inspired adventures and educational activities with her grandkids, continuing the legacy of creative and meaningful family interactions.

As an 8-year-old, Cindy loved books and began writing her own stories. As an adult, she pursued her goal of becoming a writer, which lead her to teaching journalism. She then transitioned into a marketing career. Throughout the years Cindy has written for kids magazines, and in 2023, she decided to begin writing for kids full time.

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Average rating: 4.96 · 27 ratings · 21 reviews · 4 distinct works • Similar authors

	Remmy's Sticky Situation by Cindy Lynn Sawyer (Goodreads Author), Jasmine Wall (Illustrator) it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 12 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
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	The Wonder of Under: A STEM + SEL Adventure Book for Kids by Cindy Lynn Sawyer (Goodreads Author), Andee Huxhold (illustrator) it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 2 ratings	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
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One Good Thing

by Georgia Hunter (Goodreads Author)

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Self-Promote & Succeed: The No Boring Books Way to Build Your Brand, Attract Your Audience, and Market Your Non-Fiction Book

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This is a wonderful Easter read-aloud for young children. Happy Easter, Risen King! blends rhythmic, engaging text with vibrant illustrations that invite kids to listen closely and join in. The color-focused storytelling keeps little ones engaged whi ...more
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This novel is a beautifully written and deeply moving World War II story. Georgia’s characters feel authentic and fully realized, and her careful research is evident on nearly every page, with one small exception: the young boy occasionally speaks an ...more
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