https://word-alive-press-bookstore.myshopify.com/products/spark-of-faith A Spark of Faith, the second in the Forged in Flames series, is now available from Word Alive Press. Alex Smiley is in Grade 12. Like his friends, he’s interested in dating, getting his license and figuring out what to do with his life. He also has Down syndrome. As he struggles for independence, … Continue reading A Spark of Faith is now available for pre-order from Word Alive Press
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Flying downhill
"They were in fifth gear, flying down the hill now. Peter felt the back end of the Bug start to fishtail, and suddenly the car was sliding sideways at full speed towards the ditch..."Embers, pg. 78
Just a little bit longer…
I hope you are doing well and enjoying opportunities to read all the books, organize all the things and appreciate all we have in this time of crisis. I want to let you know the release date of my second book A Spark of Faith has been delayed. It will now be available May 29th. … Continue reading Just a little bit longer…
Quarantine
Quarantine. Such a bizarre word for the way in which we are now living. I’m glad I’m with these two. I can’t imagine being locked in with people who are at odds with each other. What I can imagine is how chaotic and hateful and hectic and stressful and scary it’s getting for some. And … Continue reading Quarantine
A bonus for readers
As we all have extra time at home in this season of the corona virus and social distancing, I’ve decided to offer new content that might spark fresh ideas and conversation in your homes. I’ve added a button on the menu for free downloads and the first one is the reader’s study guide of the … Continue reading A bonus for readers
A Spark Of Faith & World Down Syndrome Day
March 21st is World Down Syndrome Day and this year’s rallying cry is We Decide! People with Down Syndrome all over the world are declaring on this day that they have the right to fully participate in making their own decisions. My second novel, A Spark Of Faith, will be out this spring and the … Continue reading A Spark Of Faith & World Down Syndrome Day
Fun @ home
As the longest March break in recent history has only just begun, how can parents cope with, and dare I say, enjoy the extra time with their children? Many organisations are coming to the rescue with free online resources. Parents are reaching out to other families with ideas and inspiration. Social media is providing unlimited … Continue reading Fun @ home
Homeschool time
I homeschooled my kids for six years and some of my best memories are from that time. I say that to encourage parents who are now thrust into the world of home education due to school closures and may be finding it a bit daunting to say the least. At the time that we started … Continue reading Homeschool time
