With The Curious Christmas Trail, gifted author Haley Stewart continues her adorable Sister Seraphina Mysteries series. Set on Christmas Eve and filled with the hustle and bustle of holiday preparations, this story involves two young mice coming to the rescue to solve the mystery of the whereabouts … [Read more...] about The Curious Christmas Trail
Children's books
Cover Reveal: I Am Earth’s Keeper
Today's exciting news: Cover Reveal! Since it's officially hit Amazon (pre-order here), I wanted to share the beautiful cover for my upcoming children's book "I Am Earth's Keeper" (Paraclete Press). This book was inspired by a photo taken by my good friend David Knowles. When he shared that … [Read more...] about Cover Reveal: I Am Earth’s Keeper
Introducing “Saints Like Me”!
I'm a bit late to the party with this introduction, because... life... But I'm truly happy to share the newest title in my bibliography. And this new "book baby" is literally a "baby book"! Inspired by the artwork in our bestseller I'm a Saint in the Making, my illustrator Katie Broussard and I put … [Read more...] about Introducing “Saints Like Me”!
Listening For God: In Conversation with Katie Warner
Today, I continue my ongoing series of conversations with published authors as I’m joined by Katie Warner, the incredible force of goodness and light behind the wonderful Faith First Treasury book series. While our conversation here centers around the recently launched book Listening for God: … [Read more...] about Listening For God: In Conversation with Katie Warner
The Harwood Mysteries: In Conversation with Antony Barone Kolenc
Today, I continue my ongoing series of conversations with published authors as I’m joined by gifted novelist Antony Barone Kolenc, creator of The Harwood Mysteries series from Loyola Press. While these engaging books are aimed at a middle-school audience, I guarantee that if you love a good story … [Read more...] about The Harwood Mysteries: In Conversation with Antony Barone Kolenc
The Thief Who Stole Heaven
New for this Lenten season in full-color hardcover is The Thief Who Stole Heaven, the second in a new "Legend" series from Sophia Institute Press. Written by author Raymond Arroyo, whose inaugural "Legend" book The Spider Who Saved Christmas hit the New York Times bestseller list before Christmas, … [Read more...] about The Thief Who Stole Heaven
Two Family Titles for Christmas and Beyond
Initially, I need to apologize for not being able to share the first of today's book recommendations on a timely basis. Due to circumstances in our family, my work schedule has been sporadic at best for the past few months. This being said, I still want to strongly recommend both of these titles … [Read more...] about Two Family Titles for Christmas and Beyond
Two New Books That Look Like Christmas Classics
As a mother, some of my favorite family traditions and memories revolve around snuggling under the covers with my boys and sharing a beautiful book. This year, I'm delighted to share two recent releases from Sophia Institute Press that fall into my "instant classic" library of children's … [Read more...] about Two New Books That Look Like Christmas Classics
It’s a Book: Update from the Ball Chair for 09/10/20
I should have learned this lesson years ago: be careful when you decide to write a book about living your faith. God will expect you to "walk your talk". My first experience with this came with the writing of my very first book, The Handbook for Catholic Moms: Nurturing Your Heart, Mind, Body and … [Read more...] about It’s a Book: Update from the Ball Chair for 09/10/20
Katie Broussard “Audacious Ignatius” – Lisa Hendey & Friends – Episode #61
On this week's show, we meet Katie Broussard, an artist, educator, and illustrator of Audacious Ignatius, a children’s book about the life of St. Ignatius of Loyola. Katie Broussard: Katie Broussard is an artist, educator, and illustrator of Audacious Ignatius, a children’s book about the life … [Read more...] about Katie Broussard “Audacious Ignatius” – Lisa Hendey & Friends – Episode #61
