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Reference

Lawton, Wendy

Grant, Janet Kobobel

Writing, Research & Publishing Guides

Story Architect

Reflections by a sculptor on the Great Sculptor and His work
Award-winning writer, sculptor, and doll designer Wendy Lawton offers a penetrating look at the Bible's metaphor of God's people being clay in the Potter's hands. She bases these reflections on the process of ceramics and the properties of clay. This title includes pull-out quotes, storytelling sidebars, scripture passages, beautiful line drawings, and prayers. Impressions in Clay: Learning to Live Under the Master's Hand will make an ideal gift for a friend in need of encouragement.

Impressions in Clay: Learning to Live Under the Master's Hand

Religion & Spirituality

Moody Publishers

Almost Home is the story of the pilgrims' journey to America and of God's providence and provision.
Several of the characters in the story—Mary Chilton, Constance Hopkins, and Elizabeth Tilley—were actual passengers on the Mayflower. Mary Chilton was a young girl when she left her home in Holland and traveled to America onboard the Mayflower with her parents. The journey was filled with trials, joys, and some surprises, but when she reached the New World, she experienced a new life, new freedom, and new home. 
Wendy Lawton has taken the facts of the pilgrims' journey to the New World, and from this information filled in personal details to create a genuine and heart-warming story.

Almost Home: A Story Based on the Life of the Mayflower's Young Mary Chilton (Daughters of the Faith Series)

Teen & Young Adult

Historical Fiction

When 13-year-old Olive Oatman's wagon train is raided by outlaw Yavapai Indians, she and her sister are captured. After enduring harsh treatment, they are ransomed by a band of Mohaves. Olive struggles to adjust to her new life, but finds comfort in her faith and in an unexpected friendship.
When the time comes for her to return to the white world, she is afraid she will never fit in. But she learns to see the Mohave design tattooed on her chin as a sign of God's love and deliverence, a mark of ransom.

Ransom's Mark: A Story Based on the Life of the Young Pioneer Olive Oatman (Daughters of the Faith Series)

Children's Books

Biographies

The fifth book in the Daughters of the Faith Series, The Hallelujah Lass tells the story of Eliza Shirley, a 16-year-old girl who traveled from England to pioneer the work of the Salvation Army in the United States. The Daughters of the Faith Series gives teens fascinating character-building stories of real girls from history who did extraordinary things for God.

The Hallelujah Lass: A Story Based on the Life of the Young Salvation Army Pioneer Eliza Shirley (Daughters of the Faith Series)

Young Anita Dittman's world crumbles as Hitler begins his rise to power in Germany, but because she's a Christian and only half-Jewish, Anita feels sure she and her family are safe from the "final solution." She couldn't have been more wrong.
Shadow of His Hand is an inspirational young adult historical fiction book based on the real-life story of Anita Dittman, a Holocaust survivor. It follows her struggle against Nazi persecution and her growth in her relationship with God through the worst of times.

Shadow of His Hand: A Story Based on the Life of the Young Holocaust Survivor Anita Dittman (Daughters of the Faith Series)

Harriet Tubman was born a slave on a Maryland plantation in the 1800's. She trusts in God, but her faith is tested at every turn. Should she obey her masters or listen to her conscience? 
This story from Harriet's childhood is a record of courage. Even more, it's a story of God's faithfulness, as He prepares her for her adult calling to lead more than 300 people out of slavery through the Underground Railroad. 
"Young readers will identify with Harriet Tubman's courage and faith as she uses the strength she gains through adversity to lead others to a new life of freedom. Highly recommended reading." — Lauraine Snelling, author, Golden Filly and High Hurdles series

Courage to Run: A Story Based on the Life of Young Harriet Tubman (Daughters of the Faith Series)

John Bunyan, author of Pilgrim's Progress, only mentioned one of his children in his memoirs: Mary. Born blind in 17th-century England, she held a special place in her Father's heart.
When Mr. Bunyan was arrested for unlawful preaching, young Mary travels the streets of Bedford each day, bringing soup to the prison. She resolves to prove she is independent and not hindered by her blindness. Only when she realizes she needs help does she turn to the Lord, the Source of all strength. 
"Warm and inspiring, The Tinker's Daughter abounds with word pictures that bring meaning to the world of blind Mary Bunyan. Sure to touch a family's heart!" — Lois Walfrid Johnson, author, Adventures of the Northwoods mysteries and Freedom Seekers series

The Tinker's Daughter: A Story Based on the Life of the Young Mary Bunyan (Daughters of the Faith Series)

1761—Phillis Wheatley was a little girl of seven or eight years old when she was captured in Gambia and brought to America as a slave. But she didn’t let her circumstances keep her down. 
She learned to read and write in English and Latin, and showed a natural gift for poetry. By the time she was twelve, her elegy at the death of the great pastor George Whitefield brought her worldwide acclaim. Phillis became known to heads of state, including George Washington himself, speaking out for American independence and the end of slavery. 
She became the first African American to publish a book, and her writings would eventually win her freedom. More importantly, her poetry still proclaims Christ almost 250 years later.
Freedom’s Pen is part of the Daughters of the Faith series, which has sold more than 120,000 copies and is popular for at least two reasons. Firstly, it explores the lives of girls who made a difference while they were still young, not when they grew up, inspiring today’s young girl readers. Secondly, it recounts faith journeys. Author Lawton Wendy portrays the young girls’ struggles to make God an active part of their lives.

Freedom's Pen: A Story Based on the Life of the Young Freed Slave and Poet Phillis Wheatley (Daughters of the Faith Series)

Based on a true story...
Once upon a time there was an Algonquin princess named Pocahontas, a curious 10-year-old who loved exploring the tidewater lands of her people. One day she encounters strangers, a group of people who look different from her own. She befriends them, and when her people come into conflict with these new settlers, Pocahontas steps in to save a life by offering her own. Based on the true story of Pocahontas' early life.

The Captive Princess: A Story Based on the Life of Young Pocahontas (Daughters of the Faith Series)

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