Wednesday, January 4, 2012

Happy New Year and Happy News!

I have been very slack about updating the blog, but it's not because I haven't been writing.  In fact, I am in the process of working to publish my first CHILDREN'S book! 

The story behind the project is lengthy but I will summarize it by explaining that last year while trying to find a short story that I could adapt into a melodrama for a children's ministry at Easter, I was unsuccessful.  Searching for an allegorical account of the story of God's redemption of mankind that could be presented in ten minutes or less proved futile. 

I found a few stories that attempted the feat, but nothing that worked for us--so I started to pray about it and eventually had an idea for a story that became this little book project.  What I discovered after much research and investigation however, was that almost no publishing houses are looking for new, Christian-themed children's illustrated book material.  It's costly to publish and too risky for them in this uncertain market. 

For that reason, I crafted a "home made" edition of the book, had a few copies printed, and in the process I've been blessed with the opportunity to get it published professionally after I find the right illustrator! 

Anyone who is familiar with the gospel account of God's plan to redeem his children (us) recognizes that this is not an easy story to tell--and it's not necessarily appropriate for the youngest audience in spite of the fact that it will be an illustrated story.  Still, I hope this book provides a clear and convicting picture of the tremendous sacrifice that Christ made for all who will follow Him. 

If I can be so bold to ask, will you pray for me as I interview illustrators and work to get this project into the hands of the publisher?  Thank you in advance-- and may God's biggest blessings be yours in this New Year!

7 comments:

  1. I am so excited about this, Mom. I can't wait to teach my own children about God's great love for his people by reading this book to them. Thank you for writing it! I love you!

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  2. Go Sandy! That's awesome! Who is publishing it? I do know several illustrators if you'd like to connect with them.

    Megan

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  3. Megan, THANKS! It has come a long way since your first "read" of the draft! (hopefully, at least) I will email you!

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  4. I am so thankful to have read it and read it to my oldest two boys! Thanks for writing it and sending us a copy! We will be praying and are so excited to see what God does through this book.

    LOVE You and cannot wait to see this one and many others on the shelves!

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  5. WOW! I must say... I love God, books, children and you - not necessarily in that order so this is very exciting. It will be such a joy to pray for you in this endeavor!

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  6. Lesley, Heather, Julie...your kind comments and encouragement means the world to me. Thank you!

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  7. Sorry Leslie! Autocorrect changed your name!!! I DO know how to spell it! Love, mom

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