JPC Allen started her writing career in second grade with an homage to Scooby Doo and now writes her own series, Rae Riley Mysteries. Her Christmas short story “A Rose from the Ashes” was a Selah-finalist at the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference in 2020. Her first novel, A Shadow on the Snow, won the Young Adult category for the ACFW KidLit contest this year. Online, she offer tips and prompts to ignite the creative spark in every kind of writer and also leads workshops for tweens, teens, and adults, encouraging them to discover the adventure of writing. Coming from a long line of Mountaineers, she is a life-long Buckeye.

USA Today best-selling author Patricia Bradley has penned seventeen Inspirational Romantic Suspense books set in the South. She and her two rescue kitties call Corinth, Mississippi home, and when she's not writing, she likes to throw mud on a wheel to see what comes out

Malissa Chapin has a heart for writing stories filled with humor, faith, and truth. She’s always adored reading excellent books and is tickled to see her childhood dream of becoming an author finally come true.

Malissa loves creating with words, watercolor, fabric, and yarn. You can find her in her garden, at the piano, homeschooling her bonus baby, or enjoying a coffee with friends.

By day, Brendan Curran is a senior level procurement executive at global seafood enterprise, managing supply chains across Asia and South America.   In his spare time,  Brendan narrates audiobooks, orates spoken poetry on  TikTok (@brencurran),  cycles to work, plays squash, reads history and serves as Board Co-Chair for the Matt Talbot Center, a ministry of Hope, Healing and Restoration in downtown Seattle.   Brendan walked the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage route across Spain in 2018, and summited Mt. Rainier in 2024.   www.brendanccurran.com

Ann Davis is a former public educator who has dedicated 38 years of her life to helping students grow and pursue their dreams. And although she respected her professional boundaries, her personal convictions and faith guided every step of her daily walk. Today, we find her sharing the truths found in the Word and how a relationship with Christ helped her navigate the most difficult days. It is in her letters to our Dearest Father that she seeks answers to all the questions that are now plaguing our culture—and she believes the answers have been delivered by a divine power.

Dwight E. DeRamus Jr. is President/CEO of Trey Nickel Media and the author of four books. His second book, Disappearing Dads, won the gold medal in the Human Relations Indie Book Awards in 2019. Dwight is also an educator with a rich background, having taught at the elementary, high school, and college levels. His educational experience lends him a unique perspective on personal growth, family relationships, and men’s issues from a Christian perspective. With that purpose in mind, Dwight seeks to give tools and resources to build spirituality and improve interpersonal relationships. He has also presented multiple workshops and taken part in discussion panels. Dwight serves as a deacon and director of Sunday School at his local church. He holds two master’s degrees. He has also been married for 28 years and is a proud father of two adult sons. 

Linda Dindzans, M.D., a writer with the heart of a healer, offers her readers stories of redemption and restoration. Though her compelling characters inhabit the treacherous times of the Bible, Linda believes there is nothing new under the sun. The struggles of her cast of characters still speak to hearts today. A Certain Man set in ancient Samaria is her debut novel.
 
Linda and her husband, a fellow physician, have been blessed with three adult children, a son-in-law, a daughter-in-law, and three grandchildren. Wisconsin is home, but they travel across the world enjoying photography, birdwatching, and singing in choirs.

Shannon Sue Dunlap lives in hot and humid Houston, Texas where she writes stories with a dose of laughter and a spoonful of love. She earned an M.A. in Journalism from Regent University, worked as a contributing writer for a Virginia paper, has published both fiction and non-fiction articles, and her Christian romcom Love Overboard hit #1 on Amazon's contemporary Christian romance new releases list. Shannon is a die-hard fan of happy endings and believes our heavenly Father has designed one for each of us.

Before she started writing, Johanna spent her days working with profit and non-profit organizations, while spending her evenings studying theology part-time. Now she spends her waking hours creating fantastical stories she hopes will touch the lives of her readers. Her goal—to deliver soulful, whimsical, and venturous reads.

Karen Ferguson is a freelance writer and children’s book author with a background in K-8 education. A grateful wife, mom, and grandmom she is passionate about writing stories that grab and hold young readers’ attentions, teaching them all about God’s unchangeable truths, and His unchanging love for them. She wants every child to know their life matters. Her first children’s book, Guess How Much God Loves You, was published through Ambassador International in 2022. Now a seven book series her newest book, Guess Who Is in God’s Family released June 4, 2024. You can connect with Karen on Instagram, Facebook, and Goodreads and sign up for her free newsletter to be the first to know about book updates, giveaways, and more by visiting karenferg.com

Cora Jo E. Foster is a wife, mother of four, and an avid writer.
 
She grew up in a pastor’s home and was saved at the age of six.
 
Cora Jo began writing as a teenager and has had a passion for writing ever since.
 
She married her husband Caleb and since then has served alongside him in children’s and youth ministries. They are now a family of six serving the Lord together.
 
She writes stories, ladies devotional and speaks at ladies retreats.
 
Her life verse is Proverbs 3:5-6 KJV
 
Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.
 
In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.
 
Trusting in the Lord, she has launched out with the desire to reach the next generation with the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

Jann Franklin is a faith-based cozy mystery writer attracting readers who enjoy twisty Southern mysteries with a touch of romance and a dose of humor.
Her books offer mysteries in Louisiana with curious clues and characters who exasperate as much as they endear.
These quirky yet charming residents are just like family—sometimes you want to hug them, and sometimes you want to disown them. Immerse yourself in small town culture as you exercise your sleuthing skills and your funny bone.

Sarah Hanks is an award-winning author of Christian fiction in both the contemporary and historical genres. After spending over a decade mostly writing and teaching Sunday school curricula for churches in her community, she finally jumped into writing fiction full time. She and her husband have eight children of their own, a couple of whom seem to have inherited their mother’s love for playing with words and crafting stories. Though Sarah dreams of a cabin by the beach, the family of ten lives jammed together in beautiful chaos near St. Louis, Missouri. She buys ear plugs in bulk.

Sandra Merville Hart is an award-winning and Amazon bestselling author, blogger, teacher, speaker, and workshop leader. She serves on the Faith & Fellowship Book Festival Planning Committee. She is past Executive Editor for DevoKids.com. Sandra is one of the founding ERASERS, a Facebook group that encourages writers. She loves to discover little-known yet fascinating facts from American history to include in her inspirational historical romances. Her desire is to transport her readers back in time.

Gina Holder is an indie author and stay-at-home mom. She’s had an infatuation with books for as long as she can remember. She loves sharing uplifting messages from God’s Word and introducing readers to new and new-to-them authors on her blog. When she’s not writing, Gina enjoys playing the piano, cooking, reading, watching Hallmark mysteries, and solving “escape room” puzzles. She loves growing in her craft as an author. She published her debut novel in 2017. Gina lives in Wyoming with her husband and daughter.

Paul T. Mascia is a cum laude graduate of Yale University, where he majored in Religious Studies. His senior thesis was an in-depth analysis of the reformer and Medieval mystic, St. Catherine of Siena. Paul has attained over thirty years of experience as an insurance professional with an expertise in the fields of both disability and long-term care insurance. He has a certification in long term care planning (CLTC). Paul and his wife Theresa currently live in Columbus, OH. They have five adult children and seven grandchildren. Nazar's Journey is Mr. Mascia's first novel, and his first work of historical fiction. His book aims to realize two important goals during this season of his life: a desire to utilize his creative skills in new ways, as well as to draw attention to the suffering of displaced peoples in diverse parts of the globe, particularly those facing severe adversity due to their religious beliefs.

Cheryl is an author, business owner, and an ordained minister and speaker. As a student of the Word she is passionate about seeing people know God deeply while finding true freedom and wholeness in life through Jesus the Messiah. She and her husband and three boys reside in the Houston, Texas area.

Pearl Ada Pridham is the award-winning author of Something I Haven't Told You. She writes meaningful Christian Women's Fiction which she hopes will inspire people with the love of God. Her home is on beautiful Vancouver Island, off the west coast of Canada, where she enjoys walking on beaches with her husband and little dog.

Mark David Pullen is the author of the award-winning middle grade series, "The Oasis Chronicles". His first book, "The Oasis King" received a Pencraft Literary Award and an Honorable Mention in the New York State Book Festival. His second book, "Freedom Through the Narrow Gate" was released in September. Mark lives in Upstate New York with his wife, two children, and crazy pup, Toby. Stir your creativity and spark your imagination as you prepare for the adventures that await in "The Oasis".

Chuck Richardson writes speculative fiction with a Christian worldview and blogs about the Bible. He is a former technical writer and newspaper freelance writer.
Chuck’s debut novel, True Status, a 2024 Next Generation Indie Book Award Christian Fiction Category Finalist, was traditionally published in July 2023. Chuck’s writing explores questions about sin, redemption, sanctification, and the battle between good and evil.
Chuck is a native of Rome, New York, and he currently lives in Louisville, Kentucky with his wife, Ruby. He earned a BS in Mechanical Engineering and a Master of Education degree.

Chevron Ross is a pseudonym for someone unimportant. He is not a writer, but God keeps putting ideas into his head that somehow turn into stories.

Angela D. Shelton is a multi-award-winning author who crafts narratives rich in courage, love, and faith. Beyond her role as a healthcare accountant, Angela brings a wealth of real-life experience into her stories. Drawing inspiration from her ex-military, law enforcement husband, Tom, she adds layers of suspense that keep readers on the edge of their seats. Together, they manage a thriving cattle ranch in Georgia, where the peaceful landscape inspires her writing. Of their three loyal dogs, Carly, a black labrador, is her most faithful writing companion, often found at her side during early morning writing sessions.

Mom. Homeschooling veteran. Widow. Author. Amateur photographer. Child of God. From the shores of California to the rolling hills of Missouri, Sharon has traveled many roads through theatre, archery, and even her husband’s cancer. She resides in the KC metropolitan area, writing, editing, and helping others bring order from chaos. Sharon writes contemporary Christian romance with an overriding desire to share a love of God’s word through written fiction, and encourage readers to discover #LoveOnPurpose and to #LifeYourFaithBoldly!

Becky Van Vleet is a retired teacher and principal and award-winning multi-genre author. She has been published in Guideposts, The Country Register, Christian Devotions Ministry, Lighthouse Academy, and more. Her children’s picture books are the recipients of the Excellence in Editing Award, the Book Fest Award, and multiple Purple Dragonfly awards. Becky has devoted her website to preserving family memories and sharing family stories for the next generations through her monthly blogs. She promotes capturing and preserving personal WWII stories, one at a time, so that future generations can read about these incredible heroes.

Becca Wierwille is the award-winning author of the Road Trip Rescue series and other stories that show kids they are wonderfully created for the unique adventures in their lives. Her short stories for children and devotions have been featured in numerous magazines and other publications.
 
Mom by day and novelist by relatively early in the morning, she wishes she could eat peach pie as often as most writers drink coffee. Despite her dreams of sandy beaches and mountain peaks, she loves living in Pennsylvania with her family. Sign up for her email newsletter to receive free resources and exclusive content.

Rob has been a published author since 2022 with the publication of Super Penguin. The idea of Super Penguin popped up in his head while sitting in study hall back in 2007. The idea never left, and years later, after lots of prayer and listening for spiritual guidance, Rob pursued being an author. Rob lives with his wife, Halley, and son, Parker, in Danville, Illinois. He’s also been involved with the Fellowship of Christian Athletes since 2012.

Known for the inspirational Celtic theme employed in most of her books, Cindy Thomson is the author of six novels and five non-fiction books, including her newest, Celtic Wanderings: A 40-Day Devotional. She is co-founder of the Faith & Fellowship Book Festival and vice president of the Mordecai Brown Legacy Foundation, a nonprofit that seeks to promote the legacy of this early twentieth century Hall of Fame baseball pitcher. She owns the team blog Novel PASTimes, a venue for readers of historical fiction mostly posting interviews with novel characters. A genealogy enthusiast, she writes from her home in Ohio. She often complains that her two visits to Ireland were not nearly enough. Visit her online at CindysWriting.com

Yolonda Tonette Sanders, Ph.D., is the CEO of Yo Productions, LLC, a publishing consulting, editing, and writing services company. She is also the co-founder of the Faith & Fellowship Book Festival. Her writing portfolio includes academic papers, novels, short stories, poems, and other creative works. She earned a doctorate in organizational leadership from Indiana Wesleyan University. Certified in emotional intelligence, Dr. Sanders appreciates interacting with others on various levels. In addition to writing, she enjoys teaching and, most importantly, spending time with her family and other loved ones. Learn more about her or her works at www.yoproductions.net.