My most recent book is Not So Fast: Slow-Down Solutions for Frenzied Families (David C. Cook, 2009).

But that’s not all. Over the years, I’ve worked on a wide range of projects:

The Contemplative Mom: Restoring Rich Relationship with God in the Midst of Motherhood (Shaw Publishers–only available used)

Contributing writer for Experiencing the Passion of Jesus, by Lee Strobel and Garry Poole

Contributing writer to the Faith Under Fire series, by Lee Strobel and Garry Poole

(sample from series)

Contributing writer for the Tough Questions series by Garry Poole

(sample from series)

Contributing writer for Seeker Small Groups, by Garry Poole

Contributing writer for Simple Little Words, by Michelle Cox and John Perrodin

Miscellaneous Creative Work:

Poetry

Essays (more here)

Magazine articles

Drama sketches

Journalism

• Former correspondent for The Indianapolis Star newspaper (feature articles)
• Former contributing columnist for Indianapolis Woman magazine

My faith in Jesus Christ defines me as a human being, thus weaving naturally into much of my writing simply because it is who I am. Often that writing takes on a distinctly Christian form and is published to serve others who share that faith. I think of myself, however, not specifically as a Christian writer–though I enjoy all of those opportunities–but more as a Christian who writes. Therefore, not every project I have worked on has been overtly Christian.

Those who follow my blog know that I’m a lifelong learner who’s always curious, researching, reading and pondering life–ideal attributes of a creative writer, empowering me to freely explore various writing forms, topics and themes. I love approaching my writing life with a sense of anticipation. It’s almost become a life theme of mine, summed up in two words:

What’s next?