Former classroom teacher
with master’s in education
Certified marriage and family
and addiction counselor
Seminary graduate
Global missionary trainer
Former classroom teacher
with master’s in education
Certified marriage and family
and addiction counselor
Seminary graduate
Global missionary trainer
About the Author
Writes non-fiction books and articles based on her Christian faith, professional expertise, and life experiences. Read her blogs for articles on important national and international topics.
Writes historical fiction books to make American History come alive for youth.
Stories and Reflections on Russia from an American Missionary
Praise for Historical Fiction Books
"Manning the Light maintains family values and spiritual foundations that are important in my family's life today. As a homeschooling mom, I recommend this book as part of a literature based American history curriculum."
—Elizabeth Giles Griner
“..a good account of the young life of Thaddeus Stevens. It is a story of great encouragement for those who are bullied and exhibits a very appropriate way of dealing with bullies. This story also expresses what life was like when the north and the south disagreed about slavery. It's a wonderfully honest account, showing both the strengths and weaknesses of Thaddeus Stevens, as well as what his life was like on a farm in Vermont, living with a disability and being raised by a single parent
—RF Barr, Amazon review
"The tensions provoked lead to some dangerous moments and exciting plot twists. I recommend this book to all, youth and full adults. There is much to learn from the experiences of Sam, Albert, Will and their diverse Cobb County community..."
—Peter Scott on Costly Freedom
“… a compelling work of historical fiction concerning... Reconstruction in the South. It is also a chapter that is largely ignored in the curriculum for middle school aged students.”
—Ann Ratcliffe
Latest Blog Post
Watch for a new middle school historical fiction novel, entitled, From the Heart of Lydia, that I have written with another author. The manuscript is now in the process of being edited by Sunbury Press, my new publisher. Although ghost writing is a way for authors to earn money, in this instance the two…
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