As a Christian children’s writer, I strive to show children truths from the Bible along with ways children can apply these truths in their own lives.

Some of my stories in Christian children’s magazines have focused on showing children how to make peace with their siblings after a disagreement, or providing readers with an example of forgiving as God has forgiven them, or helping children see that their acts of kindness echo on in the lives of others.

In Manny the Lamb, the children’s picture book that Rick Lancaster and I co-authored, we tell the story of Manny, a lovable lamb who wanders away from the flock, and Jessie, the faithful shepherd who rescues him. Through the book, readers experience the extent of God’s love for us when we wander.

The Bible provides me with hope, inspiration, and guidance. I prefer a Study Bible, as the comments at the bottom of the pages give me a fuller understanding of the historical and cultural aspects of the scriptures.

I also benefit from belonging to a Bible study group at church. The comments of other members provide me with additional insights into the meaning of the Bible passages.

I enjoy reading fiction as well as non-fiction — for both children and adults.