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In this part 2 of my conversation with Will Parker Anderson, we talk about the spiritual side of publishing. * Three common spiritual temptations that Christian writers face* How we can approach common issues like impostor syndrome and the fear of putting our work out into the world.* The ways in which AI can never beat humans at writing* How being called to write doesn't mean it will be easyWill Parker Anderson is a senior editor at WaterBrook and Multnomah, an imprint of Penguin Random House, where he acquires and edits Christian living, Bible teaching, spiritual formation, and faith-based inspirational nonfiction titles. Will has collaborated with authors like Rich Villodas, Josh Butler, Jon Tyson, Doug Wekenman, and YouTuber Ruslan KD, helping them shape compelling books that resonate with readers.Beyond publishing, Will's background includes fifteen years in pastoral ministry and nonprofit work, giving him a deep understanding of the spiritual and practical challenges writers face. His writing and editorial expertise extends to a range of media outlets, including The Chosen, The Gospel Coalition, Dwell Bible App, Preaching Today, and Relevant magazine.Will holds a BA in journalism from Biola University and an MA in New Testament from Talbot School of Theology. A passionate teacher, he has taught biblical studies and theology at both the high school and college levels. Based in Southern California, Will spends his free time exploring the outdoors with his wife, Emily, and their three young children, which means he's often running on caffeine and grace.You can find him and subscriber to his newsletter, The Writers' Circle, at https://www.writerscircle.co/He's also on Instagram The Purposeful Pen is a weekly podcast for Christian writers designed to help you build a writing life with eternal impact. Each week you'll hear practical tips and Biblical truth on topics such as improving your writing, honing your message, and managing your time. I always respond to listener emails and I'd love to hear from you! Amysimon@amylynnsimon.comDisclaimer: I believe in and approach life (and writing) from a distinctly evangelical Christian perspective, but some of my guests may not. When I interview a guest on a specifically spiritual topic, I do my best to know in advance that I can support their theological stances on the topics that relate to our interview. When the topic is not particularly spiritual, our theological views may differ. My interviewing of guests and providing links to their work does not necessarily indicate a complete theological endorsement of all their written work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amylynnsimon.substack.com

Do you want to write and publish a book but you'd like to hear from an editor what's involved? Listen in to the first half of my conversation with Will Parker Anderson, Senior Editor at Waterbrook and Multnomah. In this episode we talk about:* Common mistakes writers make in their book proposals* Why short cuts to publishing don't exist* The role of social media in getting a traditional book deal* The difference between concept-driven books and platform-driven books* The importance of writing for others to read and getting feedback on your writing* How to view platform-building and ways to build it* Practical ways to prepare yourself to be publishedWill Parker Anderson is a senior editor at WaterBrook and Multnomah, an imprint of Penguin Random House, where he acquires and edits Christian living, Bible teaching, spiritual formation, and faith-based inspirational nonfiction titles. Will has collaborated with authors like Rich Villodas, Josh Butler, Jon Tyson, Doug Wekenman, and YouTuber Ruslan KD, helping them shape compelling books that resonate with readers.Beyond publishing, Will's background includes fifteen years in pastoral ministry and nonprofit work, giving him a deep understanding of the spiritual and practical challenges writers face. His writing and editorial expertise extends to a range of media outlets, including The Chosen, The Gospel Coalition, Dwell Bible App, Preaching Today, and Relevant magazine.Will holds a BA in journalism from Biola University and an MA in New Testament from Talbot School of Theology. A passionate teacher, he has taught biblical studies and theology at both the high school and college levels. Based in Southern California, Will spends his free time exploring the outdoors with his wife, Emily, and their three young children, which means he's often running on caffeine and grace.You can find him and subscriber to his newsletter, The Writers' Circle, at https://www.writerscircle.co/He's also on Instagram The Purposeful Pen is a weekly podcast for Christian writers designed to help you build a writing life with eternal impact. Each week you'll hear practical tips and Biblical truth on topics such as improving your writing, honing your message, and managing your time. I always respond to listener emails and I'd love to hear from you! Amysimon@amylynnsimon.comDisclaimer: I believe in and approach life (and writing) from a distinctly evangelical Christian perspective, but some of my guests may not. When I interview a guest on a specifically spiritual topic, I do my best to know in advance that I can support their theological stances on the topics that relate to our interview. When the topic is not particularly spiritual, our theological views may differ. My interviewing of guests and providing links to their work does not necessarily indicate a complete theological endorsement of all their written work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amylynnsimon.substack.com

John Freeman has his signature on wines at Waterbrook, Browne Family Vineyards and Pendulum, all epic wines, to be sure! In today's episode we're going to take epic to another level by tasting through three of his DO EPIC SH*T wines. They are ALL available and the QPR for these wines is off the charts! Say it with us: #HappyFriday! #ItsWineTime! #Cheersing #SighOfRelease #CausedOut Wines this episode:NV DO EPIC SH*T Sparkling Brut ($21 at Pilgrim's Market)2024 DO EPIC SH*T Sauvignon Blanc (Just released)2022 DO EPIC SH*T Cabernet Sauvignon $22 at Pilgrim's Market)A HUGE thanks to our sponsors: Rivaura, CDA Gourmet and Seasons of Coeur d'Alene!CDA Gourmet: Are you looking to elevate your kitchen? You need to check out CDA Gourmet! Located in Midtown Coeur d'Alene, just down the street from Pilgrim's Market, CDA Gourmet offers a diverse mix of flavor enhancing product as well as the tools to make it all happen. Visit https://www.cdagourmet.com for more information or  call 208-551-2364. CDA Gourmet: Your kitchen elevatedRivaura: There's a new wine in town. Rivaura! Producing some of the best wines Idaho has to offer, Rivaura now has a tasting room in Coeur d'Alene! They will be open on Fridays and Saturday's until December 20! Visit https://rivaura.com for more information or simply call, 208 667-1019!Seasons of Coeur d'Alene: Experience the best of Coeur d'Alene's culinary scene at Seasons, where farm-to-table cuisine meets elegant ambiance. Don't miss their Wine Down Wednesday where all bottled wines are 50% off! Visit https://www.seasonsofcda.com/ for more information or call 208-664-8008The Pilgrim's Market Wine Word of the Week - Blending Blending is the art of combining multiple wines from different grape varieties, vineyards, or vintages to create a harmonious and complex final wine that showcases the winemaker's style and vision.Pilgrim's Market: Check out Pilgrim's Market for an expansive selection of fine wines with wine club prices EVERY day and weekly complimentary tastings and just up the street from CDA Gourmet! Visit pilgrimsmarket.com or call 208-676-9730!Some wines we've enjoyed this week: Neil Ellis Cabernet Sauvignon, Rivaura Grenache, Patz & Hall Chardonnay, Va Piano Cabernet Sauvignon and a Diora Chardonnay.Mentions: Cynthia, Andrea Robinson, M.S., Gruet Winery, Sam Lange, Mark and Sarah Lathrop, Curt and Joy Grady, Cellar House (in Oakville), Logan Willoughby, Martino, Lucie Loo, The Business Zone, Andrew Browne, Laurent Gruet, Tablas Creek Wine, Turtle Rock Winery, Gary Vaynerchuk, Conan O'Brien, Products used in this episode: The One Wine Glass and Boomerang Two-Step Corkscrew Wine Opener with Built-In Foil Cutter & Bottle Opener.Please find us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/WineTimeFridays), Twitter (@VintageTweets), Instagram (@WineTimeFridays) on our YouTube Channel, https://www.youtube.com/@winetimefridays and on Threads, which is @winetimefridays. You can also “Follow” Phil on Vivino. His profile name is Phil Anderson and will probably “Follow” you back! 

In today's episode, in honor of Open That Bottle Night 2025 (which is tomorrow night!), we taste TWO, one of a kind wines, that we'll never have the opportunity to taste again. Ever. These two wines Shelley and Phil blended and bottled in January of 2024 during their Northstar Blending Experience. We highly recommend putting this experience on your bucket list. Now, go grab your OWN wine that you've been holding on to and taste along with us! Happy#Friday! #ItsWineTime! #CheersingWines this episode:2022 WTF Phil's Blend (N/A)2022 Merry Christmas Merlot (N/A)A HUGE thanks to our sponsors: Elsom Cellars, Pilgrim's Market and CDA Gourmet!Pilgrim's Market: Check out Pilgrim's Market for an expansive selection of fine wines with wine club prices EVERY day and weekly complimentary tastings and just up the street from CDA Gourmet! Visit pilgrimsmarket.com or call 208-676-9730!Elsom Cellars: Good times are meant to be shared and so are great grapes and great wines! Since 2006, Elsom Cellars has been producing brilliant Washington wines. For more information about Elsom Wines, please visit http://www.elsomcellars.com CDA Gourmet: Are you looking to elevate your kitchen? You need to check out CDA Gourmet! Located in Midtown Coeur d'Alene, just down the street from Pilgrim's Market, CDA Gourmet offers a diverse mix of flavor enhancing product as well as the tools to make it all happen. Visit https://www.cdagourmet.com for more information or  call 208-551-2364. CDA Gourmet: Your kitchen elevatedAnd of course, a HUGE thank you to Tod Hornby who wrote and recorded our official Wine Time Fridays theme music. Please visit https://todhornby.com to see what Tod is up to!The Eternal Wine Wine Words of the Week - AssemblageAssemblage is a French term referring to the process of blending wines from different grape varieties, vineyards, or vintages to create the final wine.Eternal Wine: Are you a Rhone Ranger or just really love Syrah? Then you need to check out Eternal Wine! Their focus is on single vineyard Rhone valley wines in Washington State. Also check out their Drink Washington State brand of approachable wines! Visit https://eternalwine.com for more information or simply call 509-240-6258. Eternal Wine: Drink Wine, Be Happy.Mentions: Northstar, David "Merf" Merfeld, Danielle, Rotary on the Rocks, Kevin Olsoneberg, John Freeman, Waterbrook, Browne Family Vineyards, Do Epic Shit, Cinda Allen, Palencia Winery, Dineen Vineyards.Have a listen to our time with Dottie and John on Episode 096!Products used in this episode: The One Wine Glass and Boomerang Two-Step Corkscrew Wine Opener with Built-In Foil Cutter & Bottle Opener.Please find us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/WineTimeFridays), Twitter (@VintageTweets), Instagram (@WineTimeFridays) on our YouTube Channel, https://www.youtube.com/@winetimefridays and on Threads, which is @winetimefridays. You can also “Follow” Phil on Vivino. His profile name is Phil Anderson and will probably “Follow” you back! 

Natasha Tripplett, a Jewish-Jamaican American author, lives in Northern California where she writes from a tree house perched in a sycamore tree. As a baby, Natasha was adopted into a Dutch, Christian family. Growing up on Vancouver Island in Canada, she was acutely aware that she was different from her family; this did not keep her from integrating all the pieces of her identity. Natasha's multicultural background has allowed her to flow seamlessly through different cultures while bridging gaps that typically divide people. Natasha has her masters degree in social work and practiced in the field of adoptions. She has counseled families, adoptees, and children in foster care. She desires to help adoptees and those in foster care integrate their identity into one cohesive narrative. She has been published in various online magazines. Natasha is a children's book author. Her titles include THE BLUE PICKUP and JUNETEENTH IS. Her forthcoming picture book, PLANTED WITH LOVE - a foster care story, will be released on March 11, 2025. She is represented by Caryn Wiseman of Andrea Brown Literary Agency and her picture books are published by HarperCollins, Chronicle Books and WaterBrook. Natasha bubbles with excitement over antiques, chocolate, coffee on the front porch, and cozy movie nights in front of the fireplace with her husband and four children. Website: NatashaBooks.comMusic by Corey Quinn

You spend hours crafting an email– pouring out your heart and soul– you finally hit send aaannnd crickets. It's hard, but don't lose hope! Today, we welcome back to the show Will Parker Anderson. He's the founder of The Writer's Circle, a writing coach, and a Senior Editor at WaterBrook and Multnomah. Listen in as Will shares several proven strategies to build the kind of engagement that goes well beyond the metrics and instead, invites your reader into an ongoing conversation. For show notes visit https://writingoffsocial.com/52If ditching social media sounds great but you'll wonder what you'll do instead, we can help! Writing Off Social: The Course begins January 20, 2025Personal CoachingCommunityTrainingEarly Bird pricing + bonuses 100% money-back guaranteeSpots are limited Learn more at https://writingoffsocial.com/the-course

The Dean's List with Host Dean Bowen – “We use no textbook . . . we only use all original source documents,” Lentine stated when asked what separates Waterbrook high school government from other K12 government classrooms. There is no reason to read a textbook when we can read “the Founding Fathers in their own words as they are forming our government,” says Lentine. “There's no spin.”

Welcome, bookish besties, to our first-ever interview with an EDITOR! That's right! Jamie Lapeyrolerie—editor for WaterBrook and Multnomah, imprints of Penguin Random House—graciously joined us for an episode packed with insights from behind the publishing curtain. What a joy of a conversation! How does Jamie's team operate at PRH? How much does a novel typically change from acquisition to bookshelf? And what about the question of author platform, from the publisher's POV? Pop into the chat as Jamie dispels myths, illuminates details, and offers encouragement for authors at every stage! Find Jamie on Instagram (@musingsofjamie) and follow her own incredible writings (Musings of Jamie Substack and International Inklings Day Substack)!  Find us on Instagram (@bookedsolidpod, @hannahbooksit, @stephanienmack)! TODAY'S SOLID BOOKS:  The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon Code Name Helene by Ariel Lawhon Timeless Series by Gabrielle Meyer The House on Biscayne Bay by Chanel Cleeton Cuban Sisters Series by Chanel Cleeton Prayer in the Night by Tish Harrison Warren The Wager by David Grann Anything by Erik Larsen or David Grann

A Conversation on Church Girls, Witchcraft, Rebellion, and Restoration with Dr. Sarita LyonsThe Best Kept Secret exists to help women identify the secret to healing their hearts and connecting with others despite their past. Here, you'll find engaging conversations and important questions that help us connect to the body of Christ despite what the culture believes to be true.This season, we are learning how the enemy misleads church girls and to what lengths the Lord goes to restore our faith in Him.ROMANS 8:1Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those in Christ Jesus, because the law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus has set you free from the law of sin and death.MEET DR. SARITADr. Sarita Lyons, affectionately called “Dr. Sarita,” is a wife, mother, speaker, bible teacher, and psychotherapist. Dr. Lyons speaks, writes, and advocates about the intersections of faith, mental health, and justice; as well as women's issues in and outside of the church. Most importantly, Dr. Lyons is called to unashamedly preach the unadulterated Gospel of Jesus Christ.Dr. Lyons is passionate about the emotional and spiritual health of the Church, making disciples, and developing leaders. She deeply cares about the Church being stabilized in Christ amidst the changing tides and influence of culture. She is a highly sought-after speaker and consultant for churches, women's groups, organizations, and educational institutions around the country.Dr. Lyons will soon release her first published book titled Church Girl, published by WaterBrook & Multnomah, which is the Christian imprint of Penguin Random House. RESOURCESPurchase Church GirlConnect with Dr. Sarita on IGConnect with Me on IGPodcast NotesSELAH: A STUDY OF 1 AND 2 SAMUELWant to subscribe to Selah on YouVersion? Join the 7 Day devotional here.Purchase your copy of Selah: A Study of 1 and 2 Samue

If you are writing a book proposal and do NOT have a social media presence, you may be tempted to neglect the mention of "platform" altogether. But even without impressive numbers, you can still show an editor that you are on a growth trajectory. Today Will Parker Anderson, Senior Book Editor at Waterbrook and Multnomah (the Christian imprint of Penguin Random House, the largest publisher in the world) will tell you how! This is Part 2 of a 2-part conversation. For Part 1, listen to EP33. For show notes, go to writingoffsocial.com/34  

How has social media changed the landscape of the publishing industry and what does that mean for you? This week we're continuing our series of conversations with industry experts by talking to Will Anderson, Senior Editor at Waterbrook and Multnomah and founder of The Writer's Circle. This is Part 1 of a 2-part conversation. For show notes, go to writingoffsocial.com/33.  

Welcome to episode #1, with author and pastor, Rich Villodas, the lead pastor of New Life Fellowship in Queens, New York. This one's fun because Will Parker Anderson is Rich's editor at Waterbrook, so they invite you behind-the-scenes to reveal the unique relationship between writer and editor—the good, the awkward, and everything in between. They discuss the vulnerability and productivity of the editing process, as they worked together on Rich's forthcoming book, The Narrow Path. Other highlights include:    What is it like to pour so much energy and effort into a manuscript, to then receive it back from an editor, all marked up? How do we prepare our hearts to receive feedback well? Why is feedback essential to growth?   By the end of this episode, you'll have way less fear about showing your work to others. And a renewed commitment to grow in your craft through the input of others.       EPISODE LINKS   Subscribe to Will's weekly newsletter: willparker.me Please rate this podcast: Apple | Spotify Will's Instagram: @willparkeranderson Will's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/willparkeranderson/ Rich's books:  The Narrow Path Good and Beautiful and Kind The Deeply Formed Life

Stephanie welcomes Xochitl Dixon for an inspiring conversation about the transformative power of faith, the significance of abiding in God, and the reality of God's love represented through colors and Scripture. Xochitl Dixon's dedication to celebrating diversity and promoting racial reconciliation is illuminated through her children's books. Her narrative and intent behind her books, such as "Different Like Me" and "What Color is God's Love," illustrate how she uses Scripture and colorful imagery to spark conversations about diversity, racial unity, and the value of God's love for all individuals. Her books are a testament to the power of storytelling as a tool for fostering understanding and embracing God's diverse creation. Xochitl Dixon emphasizes the significance of the Holy Spirit dwelling within us, enabling believers to serve one another and be filled with God's love. Her profound reflection on the spiritual concept of "be still" verses in Scripture resonated deeply, echoing the notion of finding peace and abiding in God's presence amidst life's challenges. Xochitl's personal journey of navigating chronic pain unleashes a profound message of resilience and faith. Her deep commitment to "be still" despite overwhelming pain serves as a powerful testimony of finding solace and strength in God's love. The transparency and vulnerability of her experiences resonate deeply, offering a source of hope and inspiration for those facing their own struggles. Xochitl Dixon's journey and insights shared on Gospel Spice serve as a testament to the transformative power of faith, the abiding presence of God's love, and the potential for inclusive storytelling to foster unity and understanding. Her unwavering dedication to uplifting diverse voices and experiences through her work encapsulates the profound impact of faith in action. MORE ABOUT THE BOOK This playful rhyming picture book invites young readers to discover all the ways God's love can be displayed through a rainbow of colors. All the colors displayed in this world that God made— every glorious, fabulous, beautiful shade— show how good God is and will always be. But what is the color of love? Come and see! God created all the colors in the world, and in each one, we can discover how great His love is for us and how we can let that love shine to others! With each turn of the page, the focus shifts to a specific color—orange, yellow, blue, green, pink, black, white, gray, brown, red, purple—and explores a different attribute and expression of love through its many shades.   MEET XOCHITL DIXON Xochitl (So-Cheel) Dixon encourages readers through the ministries of Our Daily Bread and the ECPA bestseller God Hears Her, through her custom designs at Worship Expressed, and through her books, Different Like Me and Waiting for God: Trusting Daily in God's Plan and Pace. Serving God with her beautifully diverse family and her service dog, Callie, Xochitl loves Jesus, her neighbors, and readers like you! Author Website/Blog: http://www.xedixon.com Instagram: @xochitl.e.dixon https://www.instagram.com/xochitl.e.dixon/ Facebook Author Page: Xochitl E. Dixon https://www.facebook.com/Xochitl-E-Dixon-239776362714751/ YouTube Channel: Pause for Prayer https://www.youtube.com/c/xochitldixonauthorspeaker A word from Xochitl: “My name is Xochitl (So-Cheel) E. Dixon. I love Jesus and people! But that wasn't always the case. I didn't surrender my life to the Lord until I was thirty years old, after I stole my first Bible. Don't worry. I eventually paid for it . . . two years later, as soon as I figured out that they weren't free! I'm a first generation Mexican-American who grew up in the 1970's, torn between assimilation and the Chicano Pride Movement. My parents believed in God but never took me to church. I knew God existed, but I believed He was into punishing not loving His children. I spent the first few years of my childhood living with my immigrant grandparents, Papa Chato and Mama Luna, speaking Spanish and being told that I wasn't allowed to speak Spanish in public, especially when I went to school. My parents changed my name when I went to school because my first name, an Aztec name meaning Princess of the Garden, was too hard for teachers to pronounce. I don't remember when my family stopped calling me by my real name. As a child, I remembered loving books because I could escape the turmoil around me. My parents separated then got back together when I was in early elementary school, which led to my mother moving us away from our family in California to follow my father to Washington state for a fresh start. I hated everything about Washington and missed being away from my cousins, who felt more like siblings. Once we were in our new home, I became a latchkey kid. My parents worked fulltime. So, I was at home alone or at the library. Though some bad things happened in my life. I can now see how God protected me from even worse things that could have happened. I can now see how He was calling me through some of the books He placed in my hands, before I even knew His name. God taught me about prayer and faith through Where the Red Fern Grows by Wilson Rawls. God showed me the power of sacrificial love when I read The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis. As a teen runaway, He protected and provided for me even though I still didn't know Him or seek Him as I scrambled in search of myself, my purpose, my lost innocence, a place to belong, a place to call home. Though I had reconciled with my parents in some ways, moving back into their house wasn't an option. So, as I prepared to graduate from high school, I planned to return to my grandparents home in California. The week of finals, my Papa Chato died. My parents left me alone to take my tests and graduate as they attended the funeral with my younger sister. When my mom returned from her trip and I turned eighteen, I asked her to help me fill out the paperwork so I could legally change my records and begin using my real name again. I applied to a university and vowed to leave my old life behind me. That's when I began reclaiming my identity! The only problem was that I had no idea that the identity I thought I was reclaiming was not really who I was meant to be, who I was created to be . . . because I hadn't even met my Creator. I moved back to California in 1990, shortly after pledging Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated. I planned to go back to school after working a few months, but after I was a victim of a crime my life spun out of control. I moved in with my Cousin Rose, the same cousin who felt more like a sibling when I was a little girl. I was filled with fear, anger, bitterness, and confusion. I was planning to live with Cousin Rose for a few months then move to Los Angeles, start school again, and get back track. That's when I met Alan. So much happened between that day and December 14, 2001, when I surrendered my life to Jesus. Alan and I have a beautifully diverse growing family. Between the good and the bad of life on this side of eternity, Jesus remains the same and loves me through each day. I'm looking forward to sharing His truth and love with You as He leads me to write and share each message He places on my heart. For now, I would like to thank you for being a member of my blog family. This is where I want to be rooted in God's Word while growing with God's people! With everything that I write, I want to share God's truth and love, to get to know Jesus more and to make Jesus known more and more. I want to celebrate diversity and inclusion, alongside my beautifully diverse family and my amazing service dog, Callie. I cross cultural, generational, and international lines, by sharing biblical encouragement and Scripture-based prayers and seek to inspire the development of deeper, authentic relationships with God and others. Living with chronic pain and fatigue isn't always easy. But I have a heart filled with compassion for hurting people. I want to encourage others to inhale the God-breathed words of Scripture and exhale prayers and praises, while resting in the peace of God's constant presence and walking with Spirit-empowered courage, joy, and enduring hope. I'd like to do this with you, because I know I can't do this without God or your ongoing prayers and support.” We invite you to check out the first episode of each of our series, and decide which one you will want to start with. Go to gospelspice.com for more, and go especially to gospelspice.com/podcast to enjoy our guests! Interested in our blog? Click here: gospelspice.com/blog Identity in the battle | Ephesians https://www.podcastics.com/episode/74762/link/ Centering on Christ | The Tabernacle experience https://www.podcastics.com/episode/94182/link/ Shades of Red | Against human oppression https://www.podcastics.com/episode/115017/link/ God's glory, our delight  https://www.podcastics.com/episode/126051/link/   Support us on Gospel Spice, PayPal and Venmo!

Nearly a decade ago, during National Novel Writing Month, bestselling nonfiction author Sarah Arthur let her imagination run free when she began writing Once a Queen, a novel that had been living in her imagination since the early 2000s. On January 30, 2024, her sparkling YA fantasy will be published by WaterBrook, the Penguin Random House imprint behind the Wingfeather Saga, the bestselling middle-grade series which has sold more than one million copies. Arthur's first venture into the world of fantasy makes sense, as her extensive knowledge of Lord of the Rings and active involvement in the C.S. Lewis Festival and Madeleine L'Engle Writing Retreats can be felt with the flip of every page — the story is richly woven, atmospheric, and captures the cozy magic akin to classics like The Secret Garden, The Chronicles of Narnia, and A Wrinkle in Time, while also telling a fresh and delightful world-weaving tale for wonder-hungry young minds. Readers are transported to the English countryside alongside Eva, the American teenage protagonist who secretly wishes fairy tales were true. Nevertheless, while spending the summer at her grandmother's mysterious English manor, unusual happenings in the gardens at night lead Eva to wonder if portals to alternate universes exist…and if her grandmother was once a queen in one of those worlds. Arthur was working through grief while writing this novel, and she hopes the intricate themes of generational wounds, redemption, and imagination will ease the young minds that pick up Once a Queen. Mentioned in This Episode Once a Queen | Sarah ArthurWalking with Frodo | Sarah ArthurA Light So Lovely | Sarah ArthurBreath of Bones | Tricia Goyer and Nathan GoyerThe Little White Horse | Elizabeth GoudgeTrust the Stars | Tricia GoyerThe Magician's Nephew | CS LewisDaily Bible PodcastGet the pre-order goodies for Once a QueenJoin the Once a Queen launch party on 1/30/24 Connect with Sarah Arthur Website | Instagram | Facebook | Twitter Don't forget to subscribe + leave us a rating and review! Be sure to visit the full show notes and listen to other episodes at thetriciagoyershow.com. And check out my newest book Trust the Stars at https://triciagoyer.com/books/trust-the-stars/! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thetriciagoyershow/support

Thanks for joining Jill Baughan today on Finding Joy ...No Matter What. Make a Joy Box for Someone You Care About: https://jillbaughan.com/joy-box/ Downs, Annie F. “Rhythms: Sabbath and John Mark Comer.” That Sounds Fun Podcast, January 2018. https://www.anniefdowns.com/podcast/that-sounds-fun-podcast-january-2018-rhythms-sabbath-john-mark-comer/ Comer, John Mark. The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry. Waterbrook, 2019. The Holy Bible. Matthew 11:28-30 (MSG) Connect with Jill: Facebook ~ Instagram ~ Twitter ~  Website  

Teaching Pastor Stephen Bramer concludes our Christmas sermon series "Three Wise Women". This message in the series is titled, "Anna: The Little-Known Woman of the Christmas Story" and covers Luke 2:36-39. Originally preached at Waterbrook Bible Fellowship on Sunday, December 17, 2023.

Teaching Pastor Stephen Bramer continues our Christmas sermon series "Three Wise Women". This message in the series is titled, "Mary: A Woman who Believed the Impossible was Possible" and covers Luke 1:26-2:19. Originally preached at Waterbrook Bible Fellowship on Sunday, December 10, 2023.

Teaching Pastor Stephen Bramer begins our Christmas sermon series "Three Wise Women". This message in the series is titled, "Elizabeth, A Notable Woman in the Christmas Story" and covers Luke 1:5-56. Originally preached at Waterbrook Bible Fellowship on Sunday, December 3, 2023.

Pastor John Robbins concludes our series, "Your Turn Now", a study of Joshua 1-5. This message in the series is titled "Remember These Things" and covers Joshua 5:1-15. Originally preached at Waterbrook Bible Fellowship on Sunday, November 26, 2023.

Teaching Pastor Stephen Bramer continues our series, "Your Turn Now", a study of Joshua 1-5. This message in the series is titled "You Need Rocks in Your Head" and covers Joshua 4. Originally preached at Waterbrook Bible Fellowship on Sunday, November 19, 2023.

Lead Pastor Jeff Denton continues our series, "Your Turn Now", a study of Joshua 1-5. This message in the series is titled "Entering the Promised Land" and covers Joshua 3:1-17. Originally preached at Waterbrook Bible Fellowship on Sunday, November 12, 2023.

Lead Pastor Jeff Denton continues our series, "Your Turn Now", a study of Joshua 1-5. This message in the series is titled "God Can Use Questionable People for Great Things" and covers Joshua 2. Originally preached at Waterbrook Bible Fellowship on Sunday, November 5, 2023.

Sarah L. Sanderson is a writer, speaker, and teacher who believes in the life-giving freedom found in radical honesty. Her work has appeared at PBS NewsHour, Blackpast, Christianity Today, Fathom, The Unmooring, Christ and Pop Culture, The Other Journal, Motherly, Relief, Stark and Main, and Brain, Child, among others. She is also a monthly contributor to Three-Fifths. She studied English and Philosophy at Wheaton College, and holds a Master in Teaching degree from Seattle University and a Master of Fine Arts in Creative Nonfiction from Seattle Pacific University. As a creative writing teacher, she has worked with every age, from preschool through adults. Her first book, The Place We Make: Breaking the Legacy of Legalized Hate, releases August 15, 2023 from WaterBrook. ‍Find her on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook, or stay in touch via her somewhat irregular email newsletter.

Teaching Pastor Stephen Bramer begins our series, "Your Turn Now", a study of Joshua 1-5. This message in the series is titled "Getting from Here to There" and covers Joshua 1. Originally preached at Waterbrook Bible Fellowship on Sunday, October 29, 2023.

In this episode of Playfully Faithful Parenting, host Joy Wendling welcomes back guest Valerie Ellis, a mom of two and children's book author. Valerie shares about her online resource, Our Everyday Parables, which helps parents engage with their children about faith and compassion through meaningful conversations and the use of children's books. Valerie also discusses the challenges of parenting preteens and how she learns from her boys, particularly in navigating anxiety. She highlights the importance of finding joy in everyday moments and offers a book recommendation to address anxiety in a playful way. Lastly, Valerie excitingly shares about her upcoming book, "Share the Joy: A Christmas Lift the Flap Book", which encourages families to celebrate the holiday season with fun and faith. Don't miss this insightful and inspiring conversation about raising faithful children. Valerie's Bio: Valerie Ellis is a children's book author, speaker, and founder of the multi-author online resource Our Everyday Parables, which offers book reviews and parenting resources for families pursuing faith and compassion. A certified teacher, Valerie is passionate about helping kids and parents connect with God and each other in the everyday moments. Her books—releasing October 2023 from Paraclete Press, February 2025 from Tyndale, and October 2025 from Waterbrook—are designed to serve families at the intersection of faith and fun. Valerie is a member of MOPS/MOMSnext, SCBWI, and the Texas Library Association. She is also a nonprofit consultant, trainer, and grant proposal writer in the Houston area, where she lives with her husband, Josh, and their two boys. For more information, visit OurEverydayParables.com for parenting and book resources, ValerieEllis.com for speaking events and classroom visits, and ShareTheJoyBook.com for free “share the joy” resources. Valerie would love to connect with you at @iamvalerieellis. Links from the episode: (This may contain some affiliate links, which means I receive a small commission, at no extra cost to you, if you make a purchase using these links. For more information, please see my disclosure policy.) valerieellis.com Share the Joy! A Christmas Lift-the-Flap Book Pre-order Share the Joy! Our Everyday Parables Blog Instagram: @iamvalerieellis Blog Instagram: @oureverydayparables Playfully Faithful Parenting Podcast is a ministry of CreatedtoPlay.com. For more resources, tips, devotions, and tools check us out online: https://createdtoplay.com . Freebies for you: Want to work with me? Sign up for a 15-minute free coaching call: https://createdtoplay.com/free-coaching Join my free 5-day Bible Play Challenge: https://createdtoplay.com/challenge Get 17 fun, free kid's blessings for meals: https://createdtoplay.com/kids-blessings Even though I'm an introvert, I'm social!  Let's connect! Instagram: https://instagram.com/createdtoplay Facebook: https://facebook.com/created2play Twitter: https://twitter.com/createdtoplay Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/createdtoplay Did you enjoy the show? Subscribe and leave me a 5-star review on Apple Music and make me giddy. Music by jorikbasov from Pixabay. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/joy-wendling/message

*This message contains responses from the audience. Some audio may be quiet or faint.* Lead Pastor Jeff Denton concludes our series, "Jesus in Jerusalem" and our study through the Gospel of Mark. This message in the series is titled "Concluding the Story: The Cross and Resurrection" and revisits Mark 15-16. Originally preached at Waterbrook Bible Fellowship on Sunday, October 22, 2023.

Lead Pastor Jeff Denton continues our series, "Jesus in Jerusalem". This message in the series is titled "Lies About Jesus" and covers Mark 14:53-72. Originally preached at Waterbrook Bible Fellowship on Sunday, October 15, 2023.

Sarah L. Sanderson is a writer, speaker, and teacher who believes in the life-giving freedom found in radical honesty. Her work has appeared at PBS NewsHour, Blackpast, Christianity Today, Fathom, The Unmooring, Christ and Pop Culture, The Other Journal, Motherly, Relief, Stark and Main, and Brain, Child, among others. She is also a monthly contributor to Three-Fifths.She studied English and Philosophy at Wheaton College, and holds a Master in Teaching degree from Seattle University and a Master of Fine Arts in Creative Nonfiction from Seattle Pacific University. As a creative writing teacher, she has worked with every age, from preschool through adults. Her first book, The Place We Make: Breaking the Legacy of Legalized Hate, was released August 15, 2023 from WaterBrook. You can watch this episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/VSr4IstIrHI Connect with Sarah on her website. Instagram Twitter Her previous interview on the podcast. I write more about counseling, marriage, and parenting on my blog: ⁠http://www.sovannpen.com/ You can connect with me here: htps://www.instagram.com/sovannpencounseling https://www.facebook.com/CourageCoachingCounseling https://twitter.com/SovannPen

Teaching Pastor Stephen Bramer continues our series, "Jesus in Jerusalem". This message in the series is titled "The Great Divergence" and covers Mark 14:17-52. Originally preached at Waterbrook Bible Fellowship on Sunday, October 8, 2023.

Teaching Pastor Stephen Bramer continues our series, "Jesus in Jerusalem". This message in the series is titled "Honor Jesus or Betray Him?" and covers Mark 14:1-11. Originally preached at Waterbrook Bible Fellowship on Sunday, October 1, 2023.

Lead Pastor Jeff Denton continues our series, "Jesus in Jerusalem". This message in the series is titled "Jesus Talks About the Future" and covers Mark 13:1-37. Originally preached at Waterbrook Bible Fellowship on Sunday, September 24, 2023.

Today, ABTS goes global! Today's episode is with Christy Osborne, who is originally from California and has been living in the UK for 15 years. We talk about her journey across the pond and how she came face to face with a decision that ultimately changed her life just as the world was coming to its own crossroads. I loved our discussion and pray that it will help anyone who is struggling with any type of addiction right now. Bio: Christy Osborne is a certified sobriety coach and founder of Love Life Sober, who helps empower women across the UK and US to get back in control of their relationship with alcohol. Alongside this, Christy is co-host of the podcast “But Jesus Drank Wine & Other Stories That Kept Us Stuck” and is currently writing her first book ‘Love Life Sober: Finding Freedom from Alcohol in 40 days' for Waterbrook, the Christian imprint of Penguin Random House, due mid- 2024. Anchor Verses: 2 Corinthians 12:9 Romans 12:2 Connect with Christy: Website: https://www.lovelifesober.co.uk IG: https://instagram.com/lovelifesoberwithchristy ***This podcast is a proud member of the Spark Network! It is a network of Christian podcasts that cover so many different topics!  Head over to: https://www.sparkmedia.ventures/spark-network#/ to find more amazing podcasts!!***

Teaching Pastor Stephen Bramer continues our series: Live Like Jesus - A Study in the Gospel of Mark. This message in the series is titled "3 Tricky Questions" and covers Mark 12:13-34. Originally preached at Waterbrook Bible Fellowship on Sunday, September 17, 2023.

Lead Pastor Jeff Denton resumes our series: Live Like Jesus - A Study in the Gospel of Mark. This message in the series is titled "Questioning Authority" and covers Mark 11:27-12:12. Originally preached at Waterbrook Bible Fellowship on Sunday, September 10, 2023.

Elder Chairman Dave Burchett hosts a fireside-style chat with Lead Pastor Jeff Denton and Teaching Pastor Stephen Bramer. This conversation includes an update on Pastor Jeff's health, and focuses on where Waterbrook is now and the vision for the future. Originally at Waterbrook Bible Fellowship on Sunday, September 3, 2023.

Lead Pastor Jeff Denton walks us through seven indicators that should identify the Christian life. This message is titled "What Does a Christian Look Like?" Originally preached at Waterbrook Bible Fellowship on Sunday, August 27, 2023.

Guest speaker Dr. Charles Savelle continues our theme "The Heart of a Disciple" and this month the theme is "The Heart of a Disciple is Not Arrogant." This message covers 1 Corinthians 13:4-7. Originally preached at Waterbrook Bible Fellowship on Sunday, August 20, 2023.

As Lake City Church launches, Lead Pastor Thomas Winborn speaks about the motivation for reaching the world around us in Lavon, Wylie, and beyond. This message covers 2 Corinthians 5:9-15. Originally preached at Waterbrook Bible Fellowship on Sunday, August 13, 2023.

Executive Pastor John Robbins wraps up our series "The Psalms: Hearts Revealed Before God" with a bonus Psalm. This message in the series is part of the Back to School Sunday and covers Psalm 141. Originally preached at Waterbrook Bible Fellowship on Sunday, August 6, 2023.

Pastor-in-Residence Joshua Bramer concludes our series "The Psalms: Hearts Revealed Before God". This message in the series is titled "A Commitment to Praise" and covers Psalm 146-150. Originally preached at Waterbrook Bible Fellowship on Sunday, July 30, 2023.

Executive Pastor John Robbins continues our series "The Psalms: Hearts Revealed Before God". This message in the series is titled "The Great Shepherd and Host" and covers Psalm 23. Originally preached at Waterbrook Bible Fellowship on Sunday, July 23, 2023.

Waterbrook Elder Dave Burchett continues our series "The Psalms: Hearts Revealed Before God". This message in the series is titled "A Psalm of Trust and Hope" and covers Psalm 27. Originally preached at Waterbrook Bible Fellowship on Sunday, July 16, 2023.

Teaching Pastor Stephen Bramer continues our series "The Psalms: Hearts Revealed Before God". This message in the series is title "When the King's Crown Shines" and covers Psalm 132. Originally preached at Waterbrook Bible Fellowship on Sunday, July 9, 2023.

Pastor Don Moore continues our series "The Psalms: Hearts Revealed Before God". This message in the series covers Psalm 95. Originally preached at Waterbrook Bible Fellowship on Sunday, July 2, 2023.

Teaching Pastor Stephen Bramer continues our series "The Psalms: Hearts Revealed Before God". This message in the series is titled "Prognosis for a Perceived Nonsurvivable Condition" and covers Psalm 130. Originally preached at Waterbrook Bible Fellowship on Sunday, June 25, 2023.

Lead Pastor Jeff Denton continues our series "The Psalms: Hearts Revealed Before God". This message in the series is titled "Everyone Praise the Lord!" and covers Psalm 103. Originally preached at Waterbrook Bible Fellowship on Sunday, June 18, 2023.

Executive Pastor John Robbins continues our series "The Psalms: Hearts Revealed Before God". This message in the series is titled "Prayer in Suffering, Praise in Victory" and covers Psalm 22. Originally preached at Waterbrook Bible Fellowship on Sunday, June 11, 2023.