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The Asheville Christian
Writer Conference
2016 Roster
Theme
Seek Him and You Will Find Him
But if from there you seek the Lord your God,
you will find him if you seek him with all
your heart and with all your soul.
Deuteronomy 4:29 NIV
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The Asheville Christian
Writers Conference
Meet our Faculty
Cindy Sproles
Eddie Jones
Bob Hostetler
Vonda Skelton
Edie Melson
La-Tan Murphy
Linda Gilden
Larry Leech
Denise Loock
Andrea Merrell
Scott McCausey
Renee McCausey
Yvonne Lehman
Support Staff
Dee Dee Parker – Greeter
Sarah Thomas – Contest
Terri Kelly – Scheduling
Bennie Jones – Bookstore Manager
Kevin Spencer – Bookstore Asst. Manager
Cindy Saab – Boot Camp Roster Designer
Editors, Publishers, Magazine Editors, Agents
Diana Flegal
Linda Gilden
Eddie Jones
Lori Hatcher
Andrea Merrell
Cindy Sproles
Les Stobbe
Denise Loock
Yvonne Lehman
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Atkins, Sandra
Bell, Karen Nolan
Brannock, David
Braun, Mike
Bridges, Marcia
Britt, Jamie
Brooks, Mary C.
Buck, Rob
Cain, Laurie
Camacho, Tom
Cameron, Sonia
Cartee, Gail
Coleman, Chuck
Coon, Jon
Denniston, Vanessa
Dibble, Julie
Dobbs, Sharon
Dunlap, Suzanne
Dykema, Cheryl
Edwards, Mary
Evans, Gwen
Flegal, Diana
Floit, Anna
Floyd, Dorothy
Freeman, Phyllis
Gannon, Emme
Gilden, Linda
Glover, Pam
Glymph, Katy
Hart, Sandy
Hatcher, Lori
Harvey, Deb
Heilman, Carol
Hetzell, Lisa
Holston, Angela
Hostetler Bob
Holston, Angela
Hutton, Meredith
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Jacobs, Catherine
Johnson, Janet
Johnson, Sandy
Jones, Bennie
Jones, Eddie
Jones, Garland
Jones, Nan
Jones, Terry
Keku, Temitope
Kelley, Terri
Kramer, Chris
Kranich, Joann
Kranich, Robert
Krouskop, Janice
Latta, Barbara
Leech, Larry
Lefler, Patricia
Lehman, Yvonne
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Loock, Denice
Marr, Jerri
Martin, Angie
McCausey, Renee
McCausey, Scott
Melson, Edie
Merrell, Andrea
Minch, Patti
Murphey, LaTan
Neeley, Kathy
Nelson, Paula
Newton, Paul
Nothdurft, Karen
Nutter, Marilyn
O’Brien, Cindy
Oliver, Sande
Outlaw, Judy
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Saab, Cindy
Saadati, Beth
Samuels, David
Schlesman, Susan
Schuman, Sherry
Sharp, Sherry
Shoop, Hannah
Sides, Jim
Skelton, Vonda
Smitley, Sherrie
Snead, Daynette
Spencer, Kevin
Sproles, Cindy
Steele, Jamie
Steinle, Deanna
Stobbe, Les
Stump, Patty
Suddeth, Tim
Taylor, Doug
Taylor, Marietta
Thomas, Sarah
Trenkamp, Samantha
Viner, Konnie
Viscuse, Michelle
Wasylyna, Patricia
Webster, Terri
Wennerberg, Kim
Wesley, Penny
Westman, Tama
Westmark, Jan
White, April
Wickham, Emily
Wiles, Martin
Wiles, Michelle
Willis, Jan
Wood, Sharon
Wright, Dianne
Dyer, Sherri
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The Asheville Christian
Writers Conference
Meet our Faculty
Director
Cindy Sproles
Cindy Sproles is the cofounder and Executive Editor of
Christian Devotions Ministries, and the director of
Writers Boot Camp. She is also managing editor for
SonRise Devotionals and Straight Street Books, imprints
of Lighthouse of the Carolinas, where she serves as an
acquisitions editor. Cindy teaches nationwide at writers’
conferences and women’s conferences. She is the author
of two non-fiction books, He Said, She Said—A
Devotional Guide to Cultivating a Life of Passion (with
Eddie Jones), and New Sheets: Thirty Days to Refine You
into the Woman You can Be. Her first fiction novel,
Mercy’s Rain is a new best seller and book 2, The Devil’s
Daughter is due out in 2017.
[email protected]
Eddie Jones is the cofounder of Christian Devotions
Ministries. He is also the founder and owner of
Lighthouse Publishing of the Carolinas. Eddie teaches
nationwide at writers’ conferences and retreats. He is a
multi-published, award- winning author of seven books
with his latest Young Adult fiction novel series, The
Caden Chronicles from Zonderkids available now
[email protected]
www.eddiejones.org
Eddie Jones
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Bob is an award-winning writer, editor, pastor and
speaker from southwestern Ohio. His thirty books, which
include The Bone Box and American Idols (The Worship of
the American Dream), have sold millions of copies. He
has co-authored eleven books with Josh McDowell,
including the best-selling Right from Wrong (What You
Need to Know to Help Youth Make Right Choices) and the
award-winning Don’t Check Your Brains at the Door. He
has won two Gold Medallion Awards, four Ohio
Associated Press awards, and an Amy Foundation
Award, among others. Bob is a frequent speaker at
churches, conferences, and retreats. Bob was ordained to
the ministry in 1980 by The Salvation Army. He and his
wife, the lovely Robin, served in The Salvation Army
from 1980-1992.
Bob Hostetler
Vonda Skelton
[email protected]
Vonda Skelton - Speaker, Author, Speaker
Communications Leader and Trainer. Whether
delivering a keynote at a civic event, speaking at a
women’s retreat, or teaching a class at a writer’s
conference, Vonda Skelton’s programs are consistently
called powerful, entertaining, and insightful. Her
women’s book, Seeing through the Lies: Unmasking the
Myths Women Believe, “…takes readers on a hilarious
journey through all things female as we search for truth
in a counterfeit world.” She is also the author of a
children’s mystery series, The Bitsy Burroughs
Mysteries, which are set on Hilton Head Island (SC),
Amelia Island (FL), and Tybee Island (GA). As a former
RN and freelance writer, Vonda has had articles
published in HomeLife, Christian Single, ParentLife,
Focus on the Family magazines, and many other
publications. She is also a playwright and lyricist, and her
scripts have been performed around the country. Her
writer’s blog, The Christian Writer’s Den, covers weekly
writing topics, instruction, and opportunities for
writers. Vonda is the founder and co-director of Christian
Communicators, a conference and community that
educates, validates, and launches women in their
speaking ministries. Vonda is married to Gary and they
have two daughters and four grandchildren.
www.vondaskelton.com
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Edie Melson
Linda Gilden
Edie Melson - author, blogger and speaker—is a leading
professional within the writing industry, as well as a
popular instructor and mentor. Her heart to help others
define and reach their dreams has connected her with
writers across the country. She’s the director of the Blue
Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference, and a
prolific writer, with numerous books and thousands of
articles. Her popular writing blog, The Write
Conversation, is a well known resource. Edie is the
senior editor for Novel Rocket, and the social media
mentor for My Book Therapy websites, as well as social
media director for Southern Writers Magazine. She’s
also the military family blogger for Guideposts.org. In
keeping up with the leading edge of all things digital Edie
has become known as one of the go-to experts on Twitter,
Facebook, and social media for writers wanting to learn
how to plug in. Her bestselling eBook on this subject, has
been updated and expanded and re-released as
Connections: Social Media and Networking Techniques
for Writers. Her books for military families include her
latest, While My Soldier Serves, Prayers for Those with
Loved Ones in the Military, and Fighting Fear, Winning
the War at Home When Your Soldier Leaves for Battle,.
www/ediemelson.com
Linda Gilden is an experienced writer, speaker, editor,
and writing coach. Author of the popular Love Notes
series, Mommy Pick-Me-Ups, Mama Was the Queen of
Christmas, Personality Perspectives, Called to Write,
and many ghostwritten books. As a freelance editor and
writing coach working with publishers and individuals,
she encourages others to write with excellence. As a
speaker, she travels all over the country sharing the
message of God’s hope. As a member of the CLASS
Seminars training staff and Director of CLASS Christian
Writers Conference and Carolina Christian Writers
Conference, Linda enjoys helping others polish their
speaking skills on their journeys to clear, concise
communication. Linda is a Certified Personality Trainer
helping others discover the joy of understanding
themselves and others.
[email protected]
www.lindagilden.com
La Tan Murphy
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La-Tan Roland Murphy is Founder of: Colors of His
Love Women’s Conference since 2011. The heart of this
ministry is to challenge women to reach every culture
with the love of Christ. As an event speaker and vocalist,
La-Tan
finds
encouraging
others
most
important. Drawing from a wealth of life experiences as
a wife, mother, and grandmother, she uses real-life
experiences as her greatest sources for speaking and
writing inspiration. La-Tan is an award-winning article
writer. She is a regularly featured columnist for the
nationally recognized WHOA Women’s Magazine. LaTan’s books have been featured in Southern Writers
Magazine in the 2014 January Edition, and the October
2014 edition as MUST READS. Her articles have been
published on Girlfriends in God Devotional /
Crosswalk.com, as well as Just 18 Summers and the
American Daily Herald, Inspire a Fire. Her articles have
been featured alongside Joyce Meyer, Lisa Osteen, Kim
Alexis, Gretchen Carlson- Fox News and Megan
Alexander – Inside Edition. Her book entitled: God’s
Provision in Tough Times is a finalist for the 2014 Selah
Award.
Latanmurphy.com
Larry Leech II, spent eighteen years writing, editing, and
managing news and sports departments at daily
newspapers in Pennsylvania, Ohio, California, and
Florida. He finished his journalism career with a fiveyear stint as editor of Christian Retailing magazine, the
leading trade publication in the Christian industry. With
more than 2,300 articles published, Larry moved into
freelance writing and editing in 2004. He has
ghostwritten seventeen books, edited more than 150
manuscripts, and written back cover copy and press
releases for numerous publishers. Larry teaches at
numerous conferences nationwide and has become a
much sought-after writing coach. He also is the instructor
for the newly formed Christian Memoir Writers’
Association.
Larry Leech
www.larryleech.com
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Denice K. Loock has devotions and stories that appear in
best-selling books and magazines. She teaches women’s
Bible studies and speaks at luncheons and conferences.
She also posts biweekly devotions on her
website: digdeeperdevotions.com. A
collection
of
Denise’s devotions, Open Your Hymnal: Devotions That
Harmonize Scripture With Song, was released by
Lighthouse Publishing of the Carolinas in 2010. To read
more about the book or to order it, click here. A second
volume of hymn devotions, Open Your Hymnal Again,
was released June 1, 2012. Denise is an editor for
Lighthouse Publishing of the Carolinas.
Digdeeperdevotions.com
Denise Loock
Andrea Merrell is Associate Editor for Christian
Devotions Ministries and Lighthouse Publishing of the
Carolinas (LPC). She is also a professional freelance
editor and teaches workshops at writers’ conferences.
Andrea has been published in numerous anthologies and
online venues. She is the author of Murder of a
Manuscript and Praying for the Prodigal. For freelance
editing or more information, visit:
www.AndreaMerrell.com
www.TheWriteEditing.com
Andrea Merrill
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Scott McCausey
Scott McCausey is the director of radio ministries at
Christian Devotions Ministries. He’s deemed the voice
of the ministry and uses his gifts to ask tough questions
to well-known Christian leaders from around the world.
Scott has interviewed famous authors, Christian
recording artists, renowned ministers and evangelists,
sports celebrities and special interest leaders each
Tuesday night at Christian Devotions Speak UP! Scott’s
day job has him formulating polyurethane systems for
Innovative Polymers of St. Johns, Michigan. Scott has
also led Pillar of Truth Christian Church for over three
years. He is the father of five children and has been
married to his wife Renee for twenty-two years. He
enjoys throwing Frisbees, fishing, farming, and baseball.
[email protected]
Renee McCausey - Renee serves as the co-editor of
DevoKids.com. Devokids is always looking for unique
children’s devotions, stories, artwork, homeschool ideas,
and more. –
[email protected]
Renee McCausey
Yvonne Lehman
Yvonne Lehman - Yvonne lives in the heart of the Blue
Ridge Mountains in western North Carolina where she
and her husband raised four children, now grown. She is
an award-winning, best-selling author of 40 novels and
past director of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian
Writers Conference for 25+ years. Yvonne now directs
the Novel Retreat each October at Ridgecrest Conference
Center. In each of her novels, Yvonne tries to present one
significant ingredient—hope. She has a southern
upbringing and many of her novel settings are in the
mountains where she’s lived for the past 25 years. Many
of her novels reflect her unique sense of humor.
Yvonnelehman.com
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The Asheville Christian
Writers Conference
Meet our Support Staff
Bennie Jones is an office manager for a Raleigh dentist.
She manages the accounting for Lighthouse Publishing
of the Carolinas, and she serves faithfully as our yearly
Boot Camp Book Store Manager. Bennie is a wife,
mother, and a brand new grandmother.
Bennie Jones
Book Store Manager
Kevin Spencer is a staff writer for Christian Devotions
and an Editor for Lighthouse Publishing of the
Carolina's. A former prodigal son, Kevin now uses his
gifts as an author and editor helping new writers find
their way in the writing world. Kevin lives in middle
Tennessee with his wife and amazing grandson, and has
a life far better than he deserves.
Kevin Spencer
Book Store Assistant Manager
[email protected]
Award-winning Appalachian writer Dee Dee Parker
infuses wisps of Southern grace throughout her writing.
Recent First Place winner in Southern Writers
Magazine’s Short Story Contest, she has also
contributed articles to Chicken Soup for the Soul,
Christian Devotions US, Almost an Author, Inspire a
Fire, and Focus on the Family’s Clubhouse Jr.
Magazine. Proceeds from her children’s book, Josie Jo’s
Got to Know, benefit breast cancer research.
Dee Dee Parker
Greeter
http://comegohomewithme.blogspot.com
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Sarah Loudin Thomas grew up on a 100-acre farm in
French Creek, WV, the seventh generation to live there.
Her Christian fiction is set in West Virginia and
celebrates the people, the land, and the heritage of
Appalachia. Her first novel, Miracle in a Dry Season,
released August 2014 through Bethany House. Book #2,
Until the Harvest, released May 2015, with the third in
the series, A Tapestry of Secrets, set to release in August
2016. Sarah and her husband Jim live in the mountains
of Western North Carolina where Sarah is active in her
local church and enjoys cooking, hiking, and–you
guessed it–reading.
Sarah Thomas
Contest Diretor
[email protected]
Terri Kelly is the author of Mary Slessor: Missionary
Mother. As a writer she has contributed to several books,
including Divine Moments, Faith and Family and Spirit
and Heart. Terri has published articles in Kids’ Ark
Magazine, Clubhouse, WHOA Magazine, and numerous
online publications. She is a teacher at writing
conferences and assistant director of Asheville Christian
Writers Conference in Asheville, North Carolina.
[email protected]
Terri Kelly
Scheduling
Diana Flegal has been an agent with Hartline Literary
Agency for nine years. She represents mainstream and
inspirational titles, but nothing that conflicts with the
Christian Worldview. She is currently looking for
nonfiction authors with a substantial platform, as well as
contemporary women’s fiction, and formula romance.
When she is not reading submissions or stealing away
with a recreational read, she is hiking in the mountains
of North Carolina or kayaking the states many lakes.
[email protected]
Diana Flegal
Agent
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Lori Hatcher is an author, blogger, and women’s
ministry speaker. She’s the editor of South Carolina’s
Reach Out, Columbia magazine and has authored two
devotional books, Hungry for God … Starving for Time,
Five-Minute Devotions for Busy Women and Joy in the
Journey – Encouragement for Homeschooling Moms.
An award-winning Toastmasters International speaker
and Christian Communicators grad, she uses her
speaking and writing ministry to help busy women
connect with God in the craziness of life. You’ll find her
pondering the marvelous and the mundane on her blog.
Hungry for God . . . Starving for Time.
Lori Hatcher
Editor
www.LoriHatcher.com
Les Stobbe has been an active Literary Agent for 23
years. Les has been denominational weekly editor, book
editor, book club vice-president, journal editor,
curriculum managing editor, and president of a book
publishing house. He has written curriculum, journalism
lessons, 14 books and hundreds of magazine articles.
www.stobbeliterary.com
Les Stobbe
Editor
Cindy Saab
Roster Designer
Cindy Saab is a passionate communicator sharing Biblical
truths as a speaker / teacher for over 25 years. Cindy is writing
a Bible study series: Journey - By The Sea and a retreat series
Crown of Beauty. She is a Meet and Greet co-coordinator for
NE Christian authors. A certified coach encouraging women
to take their next step. Cindy is a graduate of She Speaks and
Speak Up Conference and an alumni of NE Christian Writers
Retreat and Asheville Christian Writer’s Conference. She
was also the ministry coordinator for Christian Film Festivals
of America, Inc. for 24 years. She resides in New Hampshire
with her two adult children.
[email protected]
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The Asheville Christian
Writers Conference
Attendees
Joanne Kranich is a lover of Jesus and lover of His word.
Wife to wonderful Bob – between us we have four
beautiful children and five gorgeous grandchildren.
Joanne is a nurse of 22 years, with Hospice last ten. She
enjoys writing and desires to write more. Joanne has
edited her husband’s books.
[email protected]
Joanne Kranich
Bob Kranich designed and laid out his mother’s poetry
and children’s books. He wrote the memoir , “The Jane
Kranich Story,” about his mother’s life. Bob just
finished his own memoir, A Walk Across Florida. He is
in Contract Mechanical Design and happily married to
his editor, Joanne.
[email protected]
Bob Kranich
Sandy Johnson recently retired from the University of
Pittsburgh as a course scheduling coordinator for the
School of Nursing. She is beginning artistic pursuits in
writing and painting. A proponent of animal rescue,
Sandra plans to write with a canine slant drawing on
personal experiences.
Sandy Johnson
[email protected]
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Sherry Sharp is published in Chicken Soup for The Soul,
Alzheimer’s Edition 2014, and Life Interrupted. She writes
weekly devotions for the Sweet Monday Ministry website.
Sherry currently serves as a director on the Cure Alz. Fund
board. She is most notably known as “Mom” and “Digi” by
four precious grandchildren. She lives with two golden
retriever’s, Daisy and Gabby, and a Tibetan Spaniel, Reesey.
[email protected]
Sherry Sharp
Kathleen Neely is a wife, mother, and grandmother. Since
retiring from her position as elementary principal, she has
pursued her love of writing. Two short stories are included in
a Christmas anthology released December, 2015. She enjoys
time with her family, painting, paper crafts, and reading.
[email protected]
Kathleen Neeley
David Brannock is a clear speaker and author who loves
using analogies and teaching new perspectives. With an
MBA and an MDiv, he previously worked as a CPA,
instructor and pastor. David and his family live in the
mountains of East Tennessee.
DavidBrannock.com
[email protected]
David Brannock
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Julie Dibble is a woman who came to Christ in her
40’s. Her faith walk has been humbling, healing and
holy. Julie is married to Jason and mother to their two
sons, Braedon and Jackson. Julie’s mission is to
empower Faith as the best choice in a difficult world.
[email protected]
Julie Dibble
Passionate about stirring hearts toward Jesus, Emily
Wickham writes for Journey Magazine, blogs at
www.proclaiminghimtowomen.com, and contributes
material to other publications. She speaks at women’s
events and anticipates the 2016 publication of her book,
Reaching for Righteousness, Spanish Edition. Emily, a
North Carolina resident, is thankful to the Lord for her
husband, Mark, and their four children.
[email protected]
Emily Wickham
www.proclaiminghimtowomen.com
Tom Camacho is a pastor and leadership coach who lives
in Asheville, North Carolina. He and his wife, Beth, pastor
Blue Ridge Vineyard Church, a church they planted in
2010. He loves people, pasturing and good coffee. He also
loves teaching and encouraging pastors and leaders.
[email protected]
blueridgevineyard.org
Tom Camacho
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Gwen Evans is a writer/blogger with heart, energy, and
vision. Her blog, Fire on the Earth, explores topics of
renewal, and encouragement in the Christian life. She
has recently contributed to Kelly Boyer Sagert’s newest
devotional book, Everything to God in Prayer,
Fireontheearth.net
[email protected]
Gwen Evans
Michelle Viscuse is passionate about inspiring women
who have been sexually abused or violated to have
courage, hope and freedom in Jesus Christ. She loves
leading Bible Studies and serving in women’s ministry.
She lives in NC with her husband and three children,
and they enjoy taking weekend adventures together!
www.journeypink.com
Michelle Viscuse
Karen Nothdurft is a United Methodist clergy and has
served in teaching, preaching and pastoral ministries.
She has written retreat and small group curriculum and
is currently crafting a memoir. She lives with her
husband, Paul, on their Missouri farm. Karen enjoys her
grandchildren, exploring nature and new places.
[email protected]
Karen Nothdurft
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Jamie Britt is a devotional writer residing in North
Carolina. Currently she’s working on her first book. She
is a four-time attendee of Writers Advanced Boot Camp
and a graduate of the N. Compass Writers Retreat.
[email protected]
Jamie Britt
Angela Holston is an aspiring writer and speaker. Having
done a several decade stint in the corporate world, she
writes and speaks to share the good news with others who
face walls that feel overwhelming. A busy mom and bible
study leader, Angela enjoy speaking to groups, infusing
and finding the laughter in the midst of struggle. Having
faced hurdles of rejection, shame, financial loss, career
change and eventually health drama –we walk it out …
the great, the messy and the in between.
[email protected]
Angela Light-Holston
Mary C. Brooks is the author of a discipleship book
for new Christians, which is ready for publication.
She has other Christian projects at various stages of
publication readiness. Several of her more recent
articles are on FaithWriters.com. She holds a BA
in Religion and loves praise music. Her passions
are lifting up the name of Jesus and feeding God’s
sheep via speaking, writing, seminars or whatever
opportunities the Lord provides.
[email protected]
Mary C. Brooks
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Dorothy Floyd has made her home in Augusta, GA for
over twenty years. Life as a single mom and a special
education teacher is both challenging and rewarding. In
the next few years, Dorothy plans to retire from teaching
and publish her collection of devotional stories taken
from life experiences.
[email protected]
Dorothy Floyd
Jan Willis writes encouragement for those struggling with
depression and for those unbelieving of their
immeasurable worth. She contributes to Broken but
Priceless: The Magazine in her column A Glimmer of
Hope. She is a 2015 graduate of Christian
Communicators, a member of Word Weavers, and
Toastmasters.
[email protected]
Jan Willis
Jankwillis.com
Meredith Hutton used to write novels, poems, and articles
as a young girl. After laying her pen down for many years,
she is learning to write again.
www.meredithhutton.com
[email protected]
Meredith Hutton
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Sherrie Smitley is the mother of five grown children and a
grandmother to seven. She loves to read, bake, and walk
her dog, Ace. She is in the process of writing her first
inspirational book, based on her life story. Sherrie resides
in Raleigh, North Carolina with her husband, Zane.
[email protected]
Sherrie Smitley
Nan Jones is an author and speaker. Her debut book, The
Perils of a Pastor’s Wife released June 30, 2015 by
Lighthouse Publishing of the Carolinas. When Nan isn’t
writing, she enjoys leading prayer retreats, bible studies or
sharing God’s faithfulness as keynote speaker.
www.NanJones.com
[email protected]
Nan Jones
Jerri Marr
Jerri Marr is a sought after speaker whose passion for life
and conversational style, both motivates and challenges
listeners to live out their calling. Jerri’s generous use of
humor and storytelling creates a pathway to the heart of her
listeners as she leads them on a journey toward truth and
change. Jerri is frequently asked to speak at leadership
events, meetings, retreats and conferences. Jerri is an avid
photographer who loves to travel and spend time with her
family and friends. She is currently working on her first
book.
[email protected]
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Samantha Trenkamp hails from the hills of Athens, TN
where she works as staff writer for Daughters of Promise
magazine. She scribbles and contemplates on her blog and
is a student of the American Christian Writers School.
[email protected]
www.comeintothefields.wordpress.com
Samantha Trenkamp
Marilyn Nutter is the author of three devotional books, a
contributor to compilations and online sites, and former
editor for Penned from the Heart. A speaker and Bible
teacher, Marilyn serves in women’s ministry at her church
and facilitates a Grief Support group. She lives in Greer,
SC.
[email protected]
www.marilynnutter.com
Marilyn Nutter
Barbara Latta, is a writer whose passion is to share how the
grace of God can free us from the rules of religious
tradition. Her articles, devotions, and poems have been
published in newspapers, magazines, and websites. She is
a member of the East Metro Atlanta Christian Writers
www.barbaralatta.blogspot.com,
Barbara Latta
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Mary Edwards is a writer and blogger. She co-authors
the Ancient Stones Endless Encouragement devotional.
She is a four-year attendee of the Writers Advance Boot
Camp and a 2013 Graduate of Christian Communicators.
She founded Be A Voice 4 Kids ministries, where she
educates to prevent child sexual abuse.
[email protected] .
Mary Edwards
Patricia Wasylyna, a lifetime resident of Michigan now
blissfully lives in North Carolina, abandoning cold for sun,
the mountains, and southern hospitality. She is a lover of
Jesus, her 3 grown sons, music, mountain hiking and
nature's beauty. She is a passionate teacher of piano, Bible
studies and Christian workshops.
[email protected]
Patricia Wasylyna
Jim Sides has an undergraduate degree in music education,
a master’s degree in church music, and a doctorate in music
history and conducting. After a full and varied career as an
Air Force administrative officer in Florida, South Korea,
and Illinois, a minister of music in churches throughout the
eastern seaboard, a college music teacher, and a
telemarketer for men’s clothing and auto insurance, he is
now semi-retired. He lives with his wife in Macon,
Georgia. In addition to WHAT THE BLOOD’S FOR he
has authored The Greatest Gift in Home Life magazine,
July 1973, a novella The Last Dance (unpublished), a
religious novel Almost Home (self-published by Xulon
Press and the trilogy A Familiar Fury, also
unpublished. He has also written programs for Younger
Children’s Choirs for the Southern Baptist Convention
Jim Sides
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Hanna Shoop has loved writing since childhood,
completing her first novel at age 10. Since then, she has
written seven novels (unpublished). Her first passion is
loving Jesus. Her other interests include playing the
piano, being outdoors, attending baseball games, and
spending time with her family.
hannahshoop.com
[email protected]
Hannah Shoop
Angie Martin is a wife, mother, grandmother, mentor, who
humbles at the thought that we are created in the image of
God – the Creator of all things. How exciting to have that
same creativity flow through us as we strive to live up to
the challenge, as Christians, to set the bar and always
glorify him. Angie is the Director of Hope House in
Kingsport, TN – a ministry to guide and direct unmarried,
pregnant women. Her most recent endeavor is helping
families put the ‘Christ’ back into Christmas through
imagination, fun, and truth.
[email protected]
www.facebook.com/operationbirthdaycelebration
Angie Martin
Tama Westman received the Society of Professional
Journalists’ First Place Mark of Excellence Award and has
published 1000+ articles. She's taught Creative Writing &
Poetry (Metropolitan State University, St. Paul) and is an
Advanced Certified Personality Trainer. Married to Gary
for 34 years, with two children, and 3.5 grandchildren.
www.tamawestman.com
Tama Westman
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Michelle Wiles is a native South Carolinian living in
Greenwood, South Carolina. Michelle is a homemaker and
full time grandmother. She and her husband, Martin, host
Love Lines from God (www.lovelinesfromgod), where she
enjoys writing and adding recipes for others to enjoy. She
also enjoys working in her church.
[email protected]
Michelle Wiles
Martin Wiles is an author, minister, and freelance editor
who understands the struggles believers face. Wiles has
been published in numerous publications and is a regular
contributor to Christian Devotions. He is an editorial
assistant for Christian Devotions, Lighthouse Publishing of
the Carolinas, and Common Ground Newspaper. He and
his wife reside in Greenwood, South Carolina. His most
recent book, Grits & Grace & God, is available on
Amazon.
www.lovelinesfromgod.com
Martin Wiles
[email protected]
Writer, teacher, and blogger Gail Cartee is passionate
about encouraging families with a vision of hope as they
raise their children to be Godly offspring (Malachi 2:15).
Gail and her husband live in the foothills of SC, where she
enjoys four grandchildren, her organic garden and a dozen
Easter Egg chickens.
www.gailcartee.blogspot.com
[email protected]
Gail Cartee
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Konnie Viner has a passion for encouraging women.
Rested Soul, Resilient Heart is her first completed
manuscript which is currently utilized in a pilot course. She
founded Soldanelle Ministry for victims of abuse and is a
Certified Domestic Violence Advocate for women in
crisis. She is a graduate of N.E. Christian Writer’s Retreat
and She Speaks. Konnie lives in NH and has two adult
children. She loves spending time with her two precious
grandchildren.
[email protected]
Konnie Viner
Sandra Merville Hart is a column writer for the popular and
growing site, www.AlmostanAuthor.com She is Assistant
Editor for DevoKids.com. Her Civil War romance, A
Stranger On My Land is an IRCA 2015 Finalist. She has
written for several publications and blogs. Sandra loves
finding
unusual
facts
for
her
stories.
[email protected]
Sandy Hart
[email protected]
Kim Wennerberg is a real estate enthusiast and a native
Floridian who enjoys words nearly as much as real estate.
She would like to turn her fear into faith, exploring how
God night use her talents for His glory and her delight. The
love of her life is Oliver, her fuzzy, white rescue
labradoodle.
[email protected]
Kim Wennerberg
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April Dawn White is the creator of Red Chair Moments, a
quiet corner to find encouragement in the business of life.
As an overcomer of depression, April uses her experience
in speaking and mentoring others. Since her first writers’
conference in 2015, April has been invited to write for
Inspire a Fire and the Heart to Heart newsletter. She has
two upcoming articles in Focus on the Family’s Clubhouse
magazine.
www.RedChairMoments.com
aprilwhitesml@gmail
April Dawn White
Janet Johnson is an ordained pastor in the United Methodist
Church who has served congregations in Ohio, Colorado,
Virginia, Kentucky and North Carolina moving often to
accompany her husband, Richard, a thirty-year veteran of
the Air Force. Raising four children and several foster
children, as well as teaching in the public school setting,
has given her a fresh view of "having faith as a child" that
speaks to the reader's heart. Her passion is in helping
people of all ages to find God’s grace and call through
spiritual formation and prayer.
[email protected]
Janet Johnson
Marietta (Mari) Taylor is the author of “Surviving
Unemployment: Devotions to Go” and a contributor to
“Penned From The Heart”. Mari previously contributed to
Pearl Girls and Go Ask Mom blogs and currently writes for
the Faith Reboot blog. She lives in Raleigh, NC with her
husband and two daughters.
[email protected]
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Marietta Taylor
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Patty Stump enjoys communicating Biblical truths through
speaking, writing, facilitating Bible studies, and
counseling. Life highlights include a wonderful family,
speaking at women's retreats/special events across the
United States and in India, contributing to 19 books,
serving at the Billy Graham Training Center @ the Cove
as an Emcee for women's events, workshop leader, and
Bible study assistant, and writing for The Journey
Christian Newspaper. The Stumps live in Montreat.
[email protected]
Patty Stump
Anne is a retired English teacher, author, archaeologist,
educator, and speaker. Writing is her passion and painting
her therapy. Her life revolves around church, family,
education, and the joys of discovery. Other interests
include her archaeology site, reading, travel, and sharing
adventures with friends and family.
[email protected]
Anne Nichols Reynolds
Marcie Bridges will graduate in 2016 with a B.A. in
English from Lenoire Ryne University pursuing a career in
editing. Her deepest passion is sharing her faith through
poetry. Marcie has been published in several anthologies.
Marcie is married to Mark Bridges and they have two
beautiful teenage daughters. You can find Marcie’s blog at
Heart Thoughts.
[email protected]
[email protected]
Marcie Bridges
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Daynette Snead, LCC, holds a Master of Divinity in
Practical Theology and serves as Pastor of Community
Outreach at First Chin Baptist Church, a congregation of
over 100 Burmese Refugee Families in Eastern North
Carolina. A Licenses Leadership Christian Coach, she
writes, speaks and travels throughout North Carolina
coaching church leadership and congregations towards
diversity and inclusion through her ministry, Diaspra –
Diversity Inclusion A Support Programs Research
Association.
www.Diaspra.com
Daynette Snead
[email protected]
Carol Guthrie Heilman, a coal-miner’s daughter, married a
farmer’s son, her high school sweetheart, over fifty years
ago. They live in the mountains of Western North Carolina.
Their children and grandchildren live near the east and
west coasts where they often visit. Carol is a recipient of
two Carrie McCray Awards for writing excellence.
[email protected]
www.carolheilman.com
Carol Guthrie Heilman
Chris Kramer
Chris French Kramer has been over many journeys over
the years. She has traveled around the world, taught in a
one room school and worked on a cruise ship. However,
her most significant journey has been the one of grief after
the death of her first son and recovering from depression
and PTSD. Chris shares her journey on her blog
www.chrisfrenchkramer.com and through devotions for
her church. Chris is also a serious hobby photographer and
has started incorporating both crafts. In order to eat and
have a roof over her head, Chris is a Speech Language
Pathologist. She lives in Charlotte, NC with her husband,
two children, and two dogs.
[email protected]
www.chrisfrenchkramer.com
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Sharon Blackstock Dobbs attended Boot Camp 2015
Asheville Christian Writers Conference. That rekindled
her desire to polish her craft. Sharon unashamedly claims
to be a “writers conference groupie”, working to become a
“member of the band”. Sharing her poetry on Face Book
with Thirty Days of Thanksgiving in November, she prays
that her struggles will be an encouragement to others.
[email protected]
Sharon Dobbs
Phyllis Qualls Freeman is a freelance writer with twenty
years' experience and more than four hundred published
devotionals, magazine articles, and newspaper human
interest pieces. She lives near Chattanooga, Tennessee and
is published in Chicken Soup for the Soul: Answered
Prayers, with Angel in Uniform. She writes devotions on
assignment for three publishing houses and has stories in
numerous anthologies.
.
[email protected]
Phyllis Freeman
Susan Schlesman
Susan Walley Schlesman ministers with her husband
Shane at West End Assembly of God in Richmond, VA,
where Shane is senior pastor. Sue regularly teaches Bible
studies and classes, speaks at conferences (local and
foreign), and blogs. She has taught middle and high school
English for many years and is the mother of 3 sons, ages
22, 20, and 15. She graduated from Bob Jones University
with a BA in Creative Writing. Susan published her first
children’s novel in 1989 and since then has written widely
for church and school settings, as well as various
publications. She is currently shopping two non-fictions
books and working on a novel. She is passionate to share
God’s love and inspire believers to impact their world for
Christ.
[email protected]
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Jon Coon
Described by Clive Cussier as, “One of America’s top
writers of modern sea adventure.” Jon Coon is the author
of two novels: Thief of the Deep and Blackwolf. He has also
written a handbook of underwater archaeology for
recreational divers and numerous articles about technical
diving and dive safety. In a dive career spanning 50 year
he has been an oil field diver specializing in explosives and
salvage, a scientific diver working as a dive safety officer
with NASA and several universities. Jon recently retired
after 29.5 years as senior regional manager for PADI, the
largest SCUBA training agency. Education: B.A., English
and M. Divinity.
[email protected]
Leaving behind an unexpected journey of despair, Jamie
Steele, a pediatric speech language pathologist from NC, is
embarking on a new adventure with the writer who has
dwelt inside her for 40-smething years. This single mother
of four is trading in years of compositions in her mind for
a chance to unveil a work God has been composing over
her lifetime. Friends and family have patiently waited for
Jamie’s gratitude, inspiration, and faith to splash onto the
written page. So come along as the writer emerges and
attempts to bring glory to the Author of her life.
Jamie Steele
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Jan Westmark is the editor of Sidelines Magazine – the
“People” magazine of the horse world. Jan has spent her
entire life in the horse world, from her early days with an
ornery pony to now being an old ornery mare herself. Jan
is saddles with horse sense, humor and a love of writing.
[email protected]
Jan Westmark
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Sandra Atkins is a writer of children’s books. She is
currently working on a novel for young adults but enjoys
writing for all ages. She resides in the small town of
Campobello, South Carolina where she eagerly attends her
critique group, Foothills Writers. In addition, to painting
murals for her church and assisting with Bible School she
is an active “Mema” to her three grandchildren.
[email protected]
Sandra Atkins
Penelope Antoinette Wesley is a native Kentuckian, living
near Greenville, South Carolina. She is a retired
Registered Nurse from the University of Kentucky and
Markey Cancer Center. She is active in the United
Methodist Women’s focus on Missions and coordinates the
UMW reading program at her church. She is a participant
in the newly formed Easley Christian Writer’s group.
[email protected]
Penelope Wesley
Pam Glover writes a weekly opinion blog about everything
except sports. Her articles have been published in local and
national periodicals. She lives in rural North Carolina and
commutes across six states to visit her grandchildren.
[email protected]
synapsesongs.blogspot.com
Pam Glover
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Cheryl Dykema
Cheryl L. Dykema is a writer living in Kalamazoo,
Michigan. She is currently writing children’s fiction and
completed the manuscript for a picture book Hugo T. GoGo: Lessons from an Ugly Friend. She is currently
working on her first children’s chapter book with the
working title Marco Carver and Friends: Learning All the
Right Notes; this book looks at the trials of learning to play
an instrument during the school years. Cheryl formerly
worked as a copy editor/writer at a Detroit reference book
publishing company, and is also a registered dietitian.
[email protected]
Broken and shattered following divorce, Terri Webster
finds guidance for her single-mom journey through God’s
directional markers. Founder of Spring Ministries and
writer of the “Markers for Single Moms” series, Terri
draws from God’s markers to encourage and inspire single
parents everywhere. Publications include Chicken Soup
and local newspaper feature articles.
[email protected]
Terri Webster
Karen Nolan Bell started writing in her front porch swing,
surrounded by the coal-filled mountains of Kentucky. Her
environment, rich in deep faith and love of all things
artistic, provided inspiration for writing, music, acting,
storytelling, and art. Now, from Atlanta, Karen writes
about Appalachia, faith, overcoming, and mystery.
[email protected]
Karen Bell
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Vanessa Denneston began her writing career as a
journalist, then copywriting for advertising and marketing.
Still spending days in corporate marketing, she is listening
more closely on how best to dedicate her writing to serve
God. She has written some devotions and started a work
in YA fiction.
[email protected]
Vanessa Denneston
Deanne Steinle is an author, living in Kingsport,
Tennessee. Her new fictional children’s book series called,
The True Owls Series, debuted in 2015. The second book
of the series has plans to release fall 2016. Deanna is a
pastor’s wife. Since marriage, the congregation has
playfully titled her their “Reveredette”.
[email protected]
Deanna Steinle
Cindy O’Brien lives in the upstate of South Carolina where
she writes about life as an empty nester, a recovering
perfectionist, and seeker of an intimate relationship with a
living God. Her blog, My Little Corner.. She can also be
found in her literal corner office writing, and rewriting, a
book on the transforming power of forgiveness in the
grieving process.
www.cindyobrien78.blogspot.com
Cindy O’Brien
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Anna Floit is the owner of The Peacock Quill, a writing
and editing firm that partners with independent writers,
self-publishing authors, and business owners to bring life
and dimension to their stories. Her client list includes
Thomas Nelson/Harper Collins Christian Publishing,
Tyndale House Publishers, and New York Times
Bestselling authors, among others. She lives in Nashville,
Tennessee.
www.ThePeacockQuill.com
Anna Floit
[email protected]
Sharon Wood is a Central Virginia resident married 30
years, to Roger. From California to Washington to
Virginia, her life's infinitely defined by the Lord’s whisper
and promises as He’s pulled and carried her 22 years and
beyond, through the transforming peaks and chasms of
autism. Sharon Wood, mother of Jessica and Joshua.
[email protected]
Sharon Wood
Janice Krouskop, MPH, Mdiv. Called to communicate the
word of God, Jan is an ordained Presbyterian minister. She
and her newly retired husband recently moved to the
foothills of North Carolina. Drawing upon her varied
experience as teacher, health care professional, wellness
consultant, pastor, and hospital Chaplain; Jan is nurturing
a retreat and writing ministry.
[email protected]
Janice Krouskop
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Doug Taylor is a PhD candidate and teaching assistant at
Liberty University (School of Divinity), focusing on
theology, apologetics, and church history. He has been
married to Kathryn for twenty years and they currently live
in Lynchburg, VA with their two daughters. Doug has
published one book and two articles.
Dougetaylor.com
Doug Taylor
Chuck Coleman attended Toccoa Falls College and had
owned several small businesses. He is now a CMM
programmer and resides with his family in the town of
Toccoa, GA. He started writing later in life as a way to
impart something for the next generation.
[email protected]
Chuck Coleman
Katy Glymph is an ESL instructor, a fitness instructor, a
wife and mother of three in Anderson, S.C. She earned a
management degree from Erskine College in Due West,
S.C. and an English education degree from Clemson
University. Katy is a story teller and author of Recorded
for Reality - www.katybrownglymph.blogspot.com., the
relevance of the Bible to our realities and Retailing Retail
- www.katyglymph.blogspot.com. In 2015, Katy mentored
a new author, Kelsey Mitchell and edited her Young Adult
novel The Few. When she isn't teaching or writing her first
fiction novel, she enjoys reading, gardening, and hiking.
[email protected]
Katy Glymph
www.katybrownglymph.blogspot.com
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Paula Nelson is an engineer turned ministry leader. She
works as the director of Sweet Monday, a non-profit
devoted to reaching women for Christ, one sweet invitation
at a time. As part of her job she has found a love for writing
short devotionals designed to encourage women and spur
them on towards love and good deeds.
[email protected]
Paula Nelson
Patti Miinch is a writer who lives in Missouri. She is a
college professor and has been published in Flourish, the
Bridge, and I Do. She is currently working on her first
novel. She is widow and the mother of two adult children.
[email protected]
Patti Minch
Patricia Lefler
Patricia Lefler is a graduate from the School of Natural
Resources at NC State University. She has been a resident
of Kingsport, TN for 5 years, where she began her own
business and Outreach Ministry in 2013. She is currently
in negotiations to expand her business and ministry, both
known as Junkyard Revival, with a vision of creating jobs
for woman coming out of our prison system, and for young
men who truly desire an opportunity to work hard, provide
for their family, and live for our Lord. This is Patricia’s
second year at Writer’s Boot Camp. For her, the
written word is an important tool to be used in the
communication process of running a business, or ministry.
Therefore, she continues to do all she can to expand upon
her skills as a writer.
[email protected]
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Emme Gannon loves writing stories that stir the heart. She
has written for Focus on the Family, two anthologies as
well as numerous articles and devotions. Her writing has
received awards four consecutive years at Blue Ridge
Mountains Christian Writer's Conference, including the
Award of Excellence in Christian Literature. Emme just
completed her first novel. She believes every story should
have a happy ending and include an endearing canine.
[email protected]
Emme Gannon
Rob Buck is married with children and grandchildren. He
is president of an IT training company, treasurer of
Focused Living Ministries, and a member of Word
Weavers International. He received honorable mention in
2004 Inspiration-station writing contest. His first novel,
Beyond Time, was published in 2007 by OakTara. The
sequel, Home Remains, is completed and in the publishing
process. Rob recently had a story published in a book
entitled Precious, Precocious Moment and he regularly
writes devotional articles for magazines and online blogs.
[email protected]
Rob Buck
David Samuels is an ordained minister with Restoring The
Foundations Minisry in Hendersonville, where he and his
wife Marilyn are Directors of Development. They have
two children. David has worked in the Water Park
Industry, has been a Youth Pastor, Associate Pastor, and
now travels in the US and around the world with RTF. He
is writing the book, Return to the Garden.
[email protected]
David Samuels
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Catherine Jacobs has lived in Charleston, S.C. for 35
years. During that time she raised her family of four
children. She worked full time for 14 years on her church
staff. She loves being the grandmother of three! Today she
is a speaker and writer as a charter member of Legacy
Coalition. Also, she is the Executive Director of Pass the
Legacy Ministry.
[email protected]
Catherine Jacobs
Suzanne Dunlap has been writing and speaking for twentyfive years. She began as a Teaching Leader for BSF
International. Later she wrote and taught fifteen Bible
studies including Genesis, The Tabernacle, Luke, and
Revelation. Currently she is working on her first novel,
Rivers of Good and Evil. A native of Alabama and a
graduate of Auburn University, Suzanne now lives in
Greenville, SC. with her husband and Jack Russel
terrier. The family, which includes two grandchildren,
loves boating, hiking, golfing, and almost anything out-ofdoors.
Suzanne Dunlap
[email protected]
Tope Keku is a speaker, writer, mentor and bible
teacher. She encourages women in difficult marriages
or facing trials to embrace their identity in Jesus and
the hope that He offers. She comes alongside women
to help them apply biblical principles and embrace
hope. She is a wife and mother.
[email protected]
Tope Keku
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Dianne Wright lives at the foothills of the Blue Ridge
Mountains in Virginia with her husband; they have three
grown children. Recently retired from the avocation of
finance, she is pursuing a vocation in writing. Her genre
includes devotionals as well as historical fiction. She leads
a weekly bible study for adults and in her spare time enjoys
reading, oil painting, gardening and, of course, always
writing.
[email protected]
Dianne Wright
Sherry Schumann retired, closing the door of her math
class, and stepped into the world of writing. She is a freelance writer and photographer for Jubilate Deo. Her novel,
The Christmas Bracelet, is an “ashes to beauty” holiday
tale. She is a charter member of Legacy Coalition:
Grandparenting that Matters.
[email protected]
Sherry Schumann
Michael Braun is the founder of The Truth Wins Ministries
located in Birmingham Alabama. Michael writes and
travels teaching the message of freedom through the
shattering of deceptions in peoples’ lives. His current
unpublished works are: The Battle for Your Heart, How to
Fight Back, and Can I Trust God?, Understanding the
Book of Job.
[email protected]
Michael Braun
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Judy Outlaw is a grant writer and copywriter for various
non-profits. As a Stephen Minister she has written
devotionals for the group. She feels God is leading her into
other types of writing. So she is attending her first writer’s
conference to learn as much as she can.
[email protected]
Judy Outlaw
In her spare time, Maureen Hall Puccini writes devotions
and weekly posts for her Christian blog, “The Faithful
Wanderer.” She delights sharing about stained glass artists,
Victorian lamplighters and personal snow skiing mishaps
to illustrate spiritual truths. By day Maureen captures
digital images of microscopic cells and tissues, seeing
God’s creation in a unique way. She and her husband Ralph
live in Raleigh, North Carolina.
[email protected]
Maureen Paccini
Beth Saadati has spent 25 years teaching writing classes
and investing in teens. In 2015, four of her stories were
published by Chicken Soup for the Soul. Beth’s YA novel,
based on the true story of her daughter’s suicide, won the
BRMCWC Believer’s Trust Award.
www.bethsaadati.com
Beth Saadati
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Lisa Hetzel, recognized by the Georgia Press Association
Better Newspaper Contest and current director of the East
Metro Atlanta Christian Writers. A recent kidney donor,
she has parlayed her passion for her encouraging others
with faith and humor and has emerged as an advocate for
living kidney donation. Current projects include a
devotional for donors.
www.allmybean.com
Lisa Hetzel
Tim Suddeth is a freelance writer and career consultant. He
is currently working on two books that are scheduled to be
finished in 2014. Tim is a stay-at-home-dad to his 16-yearold autistic son, Madison. He works with professionals and
recent graduates as they plan and develop their careers. He
also assists business and individuals as they enhance their
social media presence. He earned his Masters of Divinity
and enjoys putting God’s truths into today’s stories and
words. Tim, his wife and two schnauzers are currently
living in the Greenville, SC area.
[email protected]
Tim Suddeth
imingreenville.com.
Laura Hodges Poole is a freelance writer with dozens of
articles, devotions, and short stories in publication. She is the
author of three published books and has contributed to two
others, which are all available on Amazon. She is a 2014
ACFW Genesis semi-finalist and a 2012 RWA Emily finalist
(second place) in Christian fiction. Laura is also a non-fiction
ghostwriter/collaborator. Her passion is encouraging others in
their Christian walk through her blog, "A Word of
Encouragement." When she’s not writing, you might find her
hiking, playing the piano, or being crafty. A mother of two,
Laura lives in South Carolina with her husband and son.
Laura Poole
Website/blog: http://laurahodgespoole.blogspot.com/
Email: [email protected]
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Laura_Poole
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/#!/LauraHodgesPoole
Google: https://plus.google.com/+LauraPoole#
https://www.pinterest.com/lhpoole/
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Sonia Cameron received her MS in Computer Science in 1994
from the University of Virginia and a BS in Computer Science
from University of North Carolina - Charlotte. Sonia is a thirdgeneration prayer warrior. Sonia Cameron is a blogger who
writes to encourage working people. She has written over sixty
Prayers for Your Career as part of the website
(http://blessthework.com). On June 17, 2014, her first
devotional was published with Christian Devotions. Sonia
created the Psalm 23 for Career Success film on You-tube which
received
400
views
within
one
week
(https://youtu.be/C0Ni4CX3h3Q). Sonia is a systems analyst
with an investment firm. She is married and has two children.
Sonia loves to cook and she also cooks to love.
[email protected]
Sonia Cameron
Twitter @blessthework
Paul Newton, CLU, ChFC: Writes primarily for personal
reflection and prayer. An alumna of United States Naval
Academy Preparatory School, United States Naval Academy,
Clemson University and The American College whose career
was with New York Life has served with, Christian Business
Mens Committee and currently serves in Celebrate Recovery
and Church Counseling ministries through Brookwood Church,
Simpsonville, SC.
http://blind-in-damascus.blogspot.com
Paul Newton
[email protected]
As a boy, I always worship GOD and JESUS CHRIST. My mother was
the SPIRITUAL back bone of our family. After mother went to
HEAVEN at 98, I asked GOD for A MAJOR MIRACLE in my life!
On August 6, 2012, GOD gave me exactly what I had asked! That is
why, I am writing GOD'S BOOK!
[email protected]
Garland Jones
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Terry Jones
Terry is a Flight Attendant, a wife of 27 years and most
importantly a Christian. This year marks 31 years of
traveling, which has allowed her to fulfill her GOD gifted
talent of hospitality. Each day before Terry takes off into
the sky, she asks GOD to direct her and allow her to not
just serve the physical needs of her passengers, but the
spiritual needs as well. In her book, she shares many stories
about how people have been affected, by allowing the Holy
Spirit to guide her, in the clouds, where she lives part-time.
[email protected]
Laurie Cain was born in CT, received her Masters in
Speech Pathology in TX, worked in FL and SC, but didn’t
finally get her shoulders down until arriving in NC. She’s
written several stellar shopping lists (often critically
acclaimed by her family), and even produced the
occasional non-political Facebook post that wasn’t
immediately disparaged by the masses. She hopes to
graduate to actually writing other things to share with a
broader audience than assorted cashiers and produce clerks
at the neighborhood grocery.
Laurie Cain
[email protected]
Sherri Dyer is a mother of 4 crazy teenagers & wife to the
most amazing husband. She’s Realtor by profession and
does some film/commercial/print/model work on the
side. She loves words and feels like God has given her
the ability and passion to say something. This conference
is an attempt to take the steps to develop a gift and try to
figure out what she’s supposed to be doing with it.
https://www.facebook.com/sherridyerkw/timeline
mailto:[email protected]
Sherri Dyer
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Whether building a house or writing a book, Wendy Arnim
loves projects. She also knows the importance of getting inside
the head of the end-user, the reader, in order to make the
project a huge success. With more than 100 speaking
opportunities under her belt, she understands what it takes to
attract and motivate an audience. In addition, she loves
traveling and meeting new people, inspiring everyone she can
along the way. Her current project focuses on concern for our
country in an historical nonfiction book, The Spirit of a
Revolution, using her colonial ancestors as the main
characters.
Wendy Arnim
mailto:[email protected]
Deb Harvey is an aspiring writer who by day she is works
for the U.S. Postal Service. Deb is married Robbie and
they live in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of North
Carolina.
https://www.facebook.com/deborah.g.harvey
mailto:[email protected]
Deb Harvey
A fractured failure before meeting Jesus, Sande Oliver
has an insatiable love for God’s Word and passion to
teach God’s Truth. Founder of “The Planting Place”,
Sande teaches and blogs to encourage commitment to
meet with the Lord daily, via planned, purposeful Bible
reading, journaling, and surrendering to His spiritual
cultivation.
mailto:[email protected]
Sande Oliver
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Save the date for
The Asheville Christian
Writers Conference 2017
February 17, 18, 19
A $25 Deposit will hold you a spot.
Sign up at the Conference Book Store
this weekend and hold your room for 2017.
PURCHASE YOUR CONFERENCE MP3s
For $15 at the Conference Book Store.
take the entire conference home with.
MP3s will be posted on a private page for you to download to your
computer in a couple of weeks.
You will be notified when the mp3s are ready to download.
MP3s are a must. You’ll have the conference and learning, YEAR
ROUND.
Contact information for
The Asheville Christian Writers Conference:
mailto:[email protected]