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Welcome NRB,
I'm Linda Evans Shepherd, bestselling author of 38 books, and leader of the AWSAs (Advanced Writers and Speakers Association).
You can meet me and my friends at our AWSA booth 220 on the NRB floor. Please feel free to reach out to us for interviews now or in the future, with the contact info listed below, as well as info about our interview topics and latest books.
You should receive a copy of our Leading Hearts EPA award-winning magazine in your welcome bag, our gift to you. Be sure and save it, and use it as a directory for finding us, our topics, and great interview ideas all year long.
Blessings,
Linda Evans Shepherd; Praying Through Hard Times; How to Give Your Worries to God and Rediscover Hope

P.S. Don't forget to drop by our Advanced Writers and Speakers Association booth and meet us - Booth Number: 220

Topics

Praying Through Hard Times, Peace, Joy

Family, Peace & Joy Always

Producing The Jealous Son Movie

Purpose, worth, championing God-given gifting

Parenting, Easter, Screen Time, Discernment

Hope for Widows Moving Forward

Discipling the next generation

Connect with God’s love through His stories.

Mindset Mastery, Live Your DreamLife

The Well Ministry for Creatives

Business strategy from a biblical perspective

Find your identity and purpose

Rooted in Scripture to thrive

Inner healing, Childhood Trauma, Spiritual warfare

Why Christian Fiction Is Important

Blogger, Speaker, Author

Forgiveness, Compassion, Encouragement

Fruit of the Spirit, Relationships, Resilience

Resilience in uncertainty, Hurricane Helene

God Declarations Devotional: Unique Scriptures

Adversity, Warfare, Healing, Joy

Proven biblical skills to manage stress

Prayer, Faith, Hope, and Miracles

Trauma and Family Estrangement

Faith and Freedom from Food Addiction

God Links Ministries

From Invisible to Invincible

Contact

cell: Gregg Wooding: (972) 567-7660
Email: gregg@iampronline.com
Call:443-262-1302
Email:authorkarenwhiting@gmail.com
Cell:410-937-9801
michele@michelechynoweth.com
Cell: 850-206-9618
Email: hello@lizpitman.com
Cell: (281)435-7312
Email: valerie@valeriefentress.com
Cell: (972)-814-3266
Email: vgrounds770@outlook.com
Cell: 916-693-9572
contact@terriehellardbrown.com
Cell:616-402-1701
Email:info@annamoorebradfield.com
Cell: 616-813-8489
Email: dawn@dawnscottdamon.com
Cell: 616-212-0151
Email: kbruins77@gmail.com
Cell: 605-592-4108
Email: katiehornor@gmail.com
Cell: 757-630-6158
dawn@dawnstephensbooks.com
Cell: 432-853-9772
Email: kathy@kathyhoward.org
Cell: 615-955-1552
debra@narrowgatenow.com
Cell: 662-415-1149
Email: pat@ptbradley.com
Cell: 630-512-1432
Email: susan@susanldavis.com
Cell: 901-831-8745
Email: loretta@lorettaeidson.com
Cell: 817-229-1844
Email: info@gladyschilds.com
Cell: 443-676-0824
Email: danipettrey@gmail.com
Cell: 808-482-4123
Email:Larzabal.Larzabal@gmail.com
Cell: 616-886-8636
Email: victoria@victoriachapin.com
Cell: 719-201-7181
Email: Gaylynw@gmail.com
Cell: 618-553-6780
heatherwilberauthor@gmail.com
Cell:603.325.1144
SandraAllenLovelace@gmail.com
Cell: 248.421.9357
Email: christine@christinetrimpe.com
Cell: 469-383-4277
Email: Godlinkspodcast@yahoo.com
Cell: 254-231-5618
Email: cheri@cheristrange.com

Linda Evans Shepherd

Linda Evans Shepherd author of 38 books, returns with her latest bestseller, Praying Through Hard Times from Baker Revell. A former TV host, Linda's profound insights, love for her audiences, as well as her humor and compelling stories, makes her a great interview. Her YouTube show, "The Prayer Investigator," shows the world how to talk to God as she investigates the prayer stories of her guests.

As the publisher of Leading Hearts Magazine, Linda earned EPA awards for her articles and prayer column and took home the 2023 Christian Digital Ministry Magazine of the Year. Founder of the Advanced Writers and Speakers Association, she leads and mentors 1000 Christian authors and speakers in a vibrant community. Visit her website at: www.GotToPray.com. Reach out to Linda to book her on your show.

Media Talking Points:

Why do you call Praying Through Hard Times your boomerang book?
How did you become a prayer expert regarding troubled times?
In the book, you tell the story of how you froze with fear on a zipline platform. What prayer set you free to soar?
What is the body bag prayer? How has God used it to transform countless lives?
How is God’s love for us like the time your exhausted five-year-old son collapsed in the mall?
How can a gift hidden in tattered paper be like the treasure you find in a difficult situation?
Share how you discover that joy can be achieved despite difficult circumstances.
Marcia was terrified of her mother-in-law, who used Marcia’s fear as a way to control her, that is until Marcia learned a simple prayer. Can you teach us that prayer?
You share how God showed you how you appear to the enemy. What did He show you and what does it mean?
You tell the story about a woman who planned to take her life until she heard you explain how she could give her burdens to God? Can you tell us how to do that?

Call: Gregg Wooding cell: 972-567-7660;
Email: gwooding@inchristcommunications.com; Lindareply@gmail.com

Karen Whiting

In June 2025 the Ministry of Tourism of Israel chose Karen as one of four Christian
authors to take on a special tour of the Holy Land. This expanded her research in a
real way during the writing process of an archeology book for kids (Digging Deep
releases in 2026 with Tyndale Faith and Kids). She writes to equip parents and
children to grow their faith and family bonds. The trip included visiting an
archeological not open to the public with an amazing disco=very regarding Peter.
As she headed home the IDF rescued 4 of the captures from October 7th. Karen also
had the opportunity to connect with a few moms of young adults who served in the
IDF and will be serving soon. As a military mom with an AF son who served in Iraq,
these mom connected and wanted to talk about their own fears, as the safety of their
children is a universal bond.
In tumultuous days, Karen seeks to help people replace stress, anger, and anxiety with
peace and joy. Her books Growing a Peaceful Heart and Growing a Joyful Heart share
how we can maintain inner peace in all circumstances. As wars continues and political
angst continue, let Karen share how to respond as Christians.

As a former TV host, guest on more than 100 media outlets, international speaker, and
author of thirty-four books, Karen loves to let creativity splash on the pages she writes
and touch heart of listeners and viewers. Her anecdotes from life, creative solutions,
and practical tips provide audiences with laughter and doable steps to grow their
hearts. Her unique hands-on activities for kids and their families reinforce the
messages she shares.

Karen is an experienced survivor of natural disasters that includes category four
hurricanes, four lightning strikes to multiple homes, an earthquake, a derecho
(sideways hurricane), and spontaneous combustible fires in homes all around the
country. She's also a military widow, mother of five including two rocket scientist
sons (and one recently widowed who is herself a mom of five homeschoolers), and a
grandmother. She understands the unexpected and sometimes unwelcome surprises in
life as well as the joys of family.

Karen enjoys adventure like camel riding in the Canary Islands, white water rafting in
Australia, and scuba diving off Bermuda’s coast, and travel, especially to
archeological sites.

Coming Releases
2026: BIBLE ARCHEOLOGY for kids
From Tyndale Kids, The upcoming book form Karen Whiting and Jesse Florea
Digging Deep Devos: Uncovering Biblical Truth Through Archeology will provide a tool for families to confirm and defend their faith. Let's discover how God's people use science and new technology to reveal the reality of the past lives of people and events in the Bible.

Coming in 2026 or 22027: Wisdom for Boys and Wisdom for Girls (Christian Art
Gifts)
Daily devotions for boys and for girls connect tweens to biblical wisdom relevant to
their lives. Monthly activities engage kids with activities and fun related to literacy
and memorizing scriptures.

Michele Chynoweth

Michele Chynoweth is the bestselling author of several award-winning contemporary suspense novels that re-imagine Old Testament stories from the Bible in an edgy, modern-day way—including The Jealous Son, which is now being produced as a major motion picture. She loves helping writers become authors and is a sought-after conference speaker, book coach, professional editor and founder of “Your Book Done Right” Master Class and Elite Coaching. A former news reporter, ad agency owner and marketing director, she lives with her husband in North East, Maryland.

Liz A. Pitman

Liz A. Pitman is an Award-winning author, speaker, and founder of Puzzle Piece Productions and Publications. Her book, Where Is the Missing Puzzle Piece? won the Christian Market Children's Book of the Year. Writer of the Pete Adventure Series, she loves to share the message of purpose and worth in both her books and her speaking engagements, reminding everyone that each of us is truly God's MasterPIECE.

Featured Highlights: Setting the foundation of identity, purpose, and worth in the hearts of children and families. Readers and listeners of all ages are inspired through Liz's books and resources that "Just Like Pete the Puzzle Piece: You are loved. You are valuable. You are God's MasterPIECE."

Valerie Fentress

Valerie Fentress is a mom of three boys who is passionate about growing a love for God in young kids. Whether that is in the books and articles she writes or on Sunday morning as a preschool storyteller. Her book An Easter Bunny's Tale was an AWSA Christian Picture Book finalist and aims to point the Easter Bunny to Jesus instead of candy. Valerie considers books a love language and enjoys interviewing children's authors on her BookWorthy Podcast. She also loves to talk with parents and educators about growing discernment and confidence in kids on screens and in their hearts.
Additional Information about your topic(s): Parenting in today's culture is no joke, especially as a Christian parent. We need all the help and encouragement we can get and that is what I love to do. If I can encourage families or kids to know and love God more I know the Lord will be magnified.

Main Topics: Pointing the Easter Bunny to Jesus instead of Candy,Parenting in Today's Culture- forge armor, not bubble wrap
Managing Screens God’s Way
Teaching Kids discernment Through the Books They Read

Virginia Grounds

Virginia is an author, speaker, certified professional publisher, and hospice chaplain. She has years of experience teaching Bible Study in her home church and women’s events. She served with her late husband for twenty years in full-time ministry to people in crisis. Her recent books are WINGS: Hope for Widows in New Growth Seasons, Guide to Deeper Prayer and Ricky the Racecar, a children’s book. She is a member of CIPA and AWSA writer associations. www.hope4widows.com www.virginiagrounds.net and
www.breakthroughchristianpublishing.com

Topics: Hope for Widows Moving Forward
Tips for Christian Women Leaders Experiencing Difficulty.

Terrie Hellard-Brown

Empowering families to disciple the next generation every day and everywhere is Terrie Hellard-Brown’s mission. Sparking Everyday Discipleship, the podcast hosted by Terrie Hellard-Brown focuses on discipleship in the 21 st Century, great books, and sparking important conversations with our children.

Terrie is a writer, speaker, missionary, and mom with a BA in sociology and psychology, an MA in education, and is currently working on her DMin.

Her books include:

Up, Down, and All Around: A Handbook for Discipling Our Children Based on Deuteronomy 6
Building Character Through Picture Books: 25 Family Devotions Based on Favorite Picture Books
A World of Pancakes (a picture book on flexibility and culture and including recipes from around the world)
Izzy’s Notebook (a picture book about forgiveness, Harper and Izzy, Best Friends Forever Series: Living the One Anothers)
Drandar the Dragon Knight (chapter book about being who God created us to be).

Terrie creates jewelry, bookmarks, and mini books (décor) with biblical and literature themes.

Her writing has appeared in Starlight Magazine, Upper Room, and Inspire Christian Writers

Terrie talk about: empowering parents to disciple and educate their children supporting a Christian worldview, capturing teachable moments, creating defining moments in your kids' lives, using object lessons to clarify spiritual lessons

Gaylyn Williams

Gaylyn Williams, CEO of the nonprofit Relationship Resources, is an award-winning, internationally recognized author of 40+ books, and a dynamic motivational speaker. She is passionate about Israel and empowering people to transform their relationships with God and others through books and training.

Gaylyn was a missionary with Wycliffe Bible Translators for sixteen years and later with the Navigators, before starting Relationship Resources in 1999. She lives part-time in Israel.

Best known for her practical, biblical approach to self-help, Gaylyn addresses life’s stresses, disappointments and challenges through her personal experiences. Her life journey includes abandonment as a child, the deaths of her six-month-old son and her fiancé, sixteen years as a single mom, and betrayals by a close friend. She provides her audience with tools to walk confidently in their faith.

She does workshops and other training for missions, churches, ministries and other groups. Over 50,000 people worldwide have benefited from the powerful strategies in her books and training.

Main Interview Topics

Proven biblical skills to manage stress
God’s heart for Israel
Transform your relationships
Manage conflict well
Never do fundraising again
Unlock joy in your life

The following are available as books and workshops. Learn more with the links below.

All Stressed Up and Everywhere to Go! A survey found that Americans’ average stress levels are five out of 10, and 47% said they wish they had help to manage their stress. Finally, a practical, biblical solution is available with easy–to–apply skills enabling people to gain greater freedom from life’s ups and downs. Gaylyn’s unique book and workshop contain proven stress- management strategies to help people de-stress their lives now and in the future. Get 52 free stress-management tips.
Explore God’s Heart for Israel invites believers to share in God’s great passion for Israel—and learn how you can play a part in His plans. This book and Gaylyn speaking are based on her living in Israel part-time, studying Scripture and more. Life-changing Bible studies and prayer guides inspire people to participate in God’s design for Israel and for the world. Get a free resource kit on God’s heart for Israel.
Never Have to Do Fundraising Again. Learn how to change the drudgery of fundraising into a joyful ministry. Discover practical tips on how to relate to your ministry partners so you don’t have to continue to raise support. The strategies for building and maintaining support are proven by thousands of people.
God’s Design for Community. These powerful skills can transform your relationships. In this book and interactive workshops, learn practical skills to build your relationships, how to avoid sabotaging your relationships, and proven problem-solving strategies.
Reconcilable Differences. Learn easy-to-apply, biblical skills, proven worldwide, to overcome conflict in all types of situations. In this book and workshop, you’ll also learn and practice how to confront and respond to verbal confrontations.
Keys to Joy. Many people struggle with joylessness, sadness and depression. In this practical, life-changing Bible study, you’ll uncover strength and encouragement for your life. Some topics include finding joy in the midst of trials, overcoming hindrances to joy, and finding joy in all your relationships. It is also available as a retreat.

Victoria Chapin

Victoria Chapin is a speaker, chaplain, and author who inspires others to find jewels in adversity and full life in Jesus. Although Victoria lived with a rare cancer diagnosis and has journeyed through the loss of her teenage daughter, she is still so passionate about joy. Victoria embraces the truth found in John 10:10; Jesus came that we may have life in abundance. She is Co-Founder and Chaplain of Do Life 2 The Full Ministries focusing on prayer, discipleship, and community outreach. She also serves as Conference and Events Director for The Well Ministry for Creatives— equipping, networking, and refreshing Christian creatives nationally. Victoria would love to see you at The Well Conference June 5-7, 2025. Visit our website at: https://seeyouatthewell.net for more info.

Victoria has been featured on Christian programming such as FTG Network and barbTV and has been a guest on multiple podcasts. She is the author of Undaunted: A Prayer Journal, co-author of the best-selling anthology, Story Matters, and contributing author for the devotional We Get You as well as Mysterious Ways magazine. Watch for her new book This Happened ... Miracles, Signs and Wonders Through Suffering and Loss, in 2025. Victoria is a mom to many and “grammy” to even more and lives in Zeeland, MI. She loves everything coffee, especially when it’s shared with friends. Victoria is excited to meet with YOU at the NRB and treasures the opportunity to pour her heart into the lives of your audience.

Heather Wilber

Heather Wilber is a Christian speaker and author. She is a mother of three children, ages 25,21 and 19, and has been married to her husband for 28 years. Heather is also a hairdresser and uses her beauty shop to minister to individuals. She encourages others by sharing her inspirational testimony of faith and miracles as she travels and speaks.

I'm sure most of you have sat back and thought, "How did I get here? Lord, what is my purpose?" 2017, the Lord gave me my purpose with a "new beginning." He inspired me to write a book about our family's journey with a chronically ill child. Never Will I Leave Thee, Never Will I Forsake Thee was published to give others hope and faith in our miracle-working God. I am blessed to say God uses my book and obedience for that purpose.

Anna Moore Bradfield

Award-winning author Anna Moore Bradfield has been spinning tales, exaggerating the truth, and flat-out lying almost as long as she could talk. Nowadays, she calls it fiction.

The Lambswool Chronicles, Anna’s biblical fiction series, combines scriptural evidence with Jewish tradition to reveal an unvarnished portrayal of an array of characters within the house of David. The series begins before the shepherd boy’s birth and travels beyond his death as Israel’s second king.

With the launch of her podcast God’s Power Stories, Anna’s listeners connect with God’s love through the power of His stories from the Bible and from everyday life.

Kathy Bruins

Kathy Bruins is an award-winning writer that helps creatives take the next step in their journey through consultation, teaching, coaching, and praying. Kathy is the founder of The Well Ministries for Creatives and The Well Publishers. Kathy wanted to do voiceover originally for audiobooks but has learned of the many opportunities available from her Great Voice training. She lives in Southwest Michigan.

The Well Ministry for Creatives is a non-profit organization that serves creatives to help them become equipped, networked, and refreshed as they are on their journey using their gifts for God's glory. The website: www.seeyouatthewell.net shows the many opportunities for writers, speakers, theater/actors, musicians, artists, and more to grow and collaborate for the Kingdom.

The Well Publishers helps writers become published. The publishing journey can be daunting and we help them through all the steps to create a book that they have always wanted. Each client receives excellent service as well as choices of services (i.e., marketing and promotional services available) they would like to have for their book. www.thewelllpublishers.com

Katie Hornor

Katie Hornor is an international keynote speaker, business owner, mom of five, expat, Bible-teacher and the award-winning author of more than a dozen best-selling books including The Flamingo Advantage: How to Leverage Unique, Stay Relevant and Change the World. She has been featured on TEDx, ABC, NBC, CBS, and FOX.

A business and high ticket offer enrollment strategist who loves using flamingo metaphors to teach timeless business and marketing principles, Katie’s audiences call her “amazing”, “brilliant” and “fun”. Her mission is to empower entrepreneurs and business owners to design businesses that are in service of their unique life purpose so they can have more joy, sales and impact.

Katie has 25 years of ministry and 15 years of business experience. She and her husband of 21 years split their time between South Dakota and Mexico when not on the road with speaking and consulting.

Dani Pettrey

Bestselling author Dani Pettrey infuses her writings with her patriotic roots as a
veteran spouse and part of a sixth-generation military family. Service to this nation and love for her country are vital inspirations for her thrilling suspense installments and her latest series, JEOPARDY FALLS, new title release "Two Seconds Too Late is no exception. Pettrey is a frequent talk radio guest featured on Washington D.C.'s WMAL and & The All-American Book Club.

Dani Pettrey's best-selling series includes COASTAL GUARDIANS, CHESAPEAKE VALOR, and ALASKAN COURAGE. She is a three-time Christy Award finalist and won the National Readers’ Choice Award, HOLT Medallion, and Christian Retailing’s Best Award. She plots murder and mayhem from her home in Florida. DaniPettrey.com.
Interview topics:

Service to this nation
Suicide prevention and depression.
Hurricane Helene’s devastation.
Resilience in uncertainty
Military family life

Additional Information:
1) Selfless service to this nation, with six generations of military service and military family infused in her best-selling book series COASTAL GUARDIAN SERIES & JEOPARDY FALLS.
2) A Veteran focus in the latest installment Two Seconds Too Late, on suicide prevention and fighting depression.
3) Moving from our Nation’s Capital to a new home in Florida during the most significant Hurricane of the decade for Florida and North Carolina. The devastation her family endured and the blessings that came through it.
4) Resilience in the face of uncertainty in times of crisis and how community truly is the thread that unites us.

Dawn Stephens

Dawn Stephens is a Fruit Pot! In other words, she is a vessel where the Potter grows the fruit of the Spirit. As God continued to empty and refill her, she searched for purpose in what she held. Her award-winning book The Little Pot tells the story. She helps others learn to pour out and serve in her book, The Tea Pot. Dawn explains what it means to shine through her book, The Oil Lamp. Finally, The Small Jar helps us not quit or burn out. Her books, keynote speeches, and presentations tell others that God never finishes using them.
"Dawn was a fantastic speaker. She was clear, easy to understand, and shared relevant pieces of her story that made you engaged and excited to hear more. Her props were a great visual aid, and she kept your attention the entire time. We had so many attendees tell us that they loved her presentation!”
"I so appreciated what Dawn had to share. She's genuine and very relatable and has such an important message to share, no matter where you are in life. My husband and I both took a lot away from her message. I highly recommend her!”

Kathy Howard

Kathy Howard, an award-winning author of 15 books, equips people to confidently dig into God’s Word. She teaches her “4 R Inductive Bible Study Method” across the US and internationally in a variety of settings including local churches, large conferences, webinars, You Tube, and social media. Deep Rooted: Growing through the Gospel of John, the newest volume of Kathy’s “meaty” devotional series, is formatted around the 4 R Bible Study Method to build the reader’s study skills. Kathy has a Masters in Christian Education and serves as a LifeWay women’s ministry trainer. She blogs and provides discipleship resources at: www.KathyHoward.org

Our spiritual health and usefulness to God is directly related to our relationship with His Word. Yet, too many Christians spend too little time in the Bible. Kathy Howard equips others with the simple tools they need to develop consistent and solid Bible reading and study. Here are a few of the specifics she teaches:

Basics of inductive Bible study
Benefits of God’s Word
Relevance of Scripture today
Ways to apply Scripture
How to avoid Bible study mistakes

Debra Elrod

Debra Elrod is a Surrendered Believer, Wife, Mother, Author, Speaker, Bible teacher, Business leader, and a Veteran of the US Army. She is the Founder and Executive Director of Narrow Gate Now Ministries, Inc. teaching Biblical Business principles in the marketplace, and President of Propel Industries, Inc., a business development firm.

She is a non-fiction author, In her Bible study, Discovering Your Spiritual DNA, Debra gives readers a step-by-step guide to understanding their mind & soul development, bringing together neurology, psychology, and applied theology through the leading of the Holy Spirit. It is a Complete Guide to Changing your Thinking and Transforming your life day by day. Her book “Surrendered”, “Discovering God’s Will for Your Life”, is a remarkable testament to the transforming power of God’s Word and the Holy Spirit to anyone who would dare open the Bible and Believe! It takes the reader on a journey to discover how Surrender leads them to their Divine Purpose. Both books received an AWSA Honorable Mention Award, for Christian Living Book of the Year 2024 and Bible Study of the Year 2024.

Topics for Interviewing:

Standing firm in Faith & Truth
The human mind and God’s design
God’s Will and His Word
Holy Spirit guide and your purpose
Childhood trauma & Spiritual forces
Soul origins of anxiety & depression
Deliverance from oppression in your mind
Counseling from a Biblical perspective
Mental Health & the Workplace
Discipleship & Mentoring
Balancing Faith and emotional health
Passing Faith to the next generation

Loretta Eidson

Award-winning author Loretta Eidson loves writing inspirational romantic suspense. She believes in the power of prayer and enjoys challenging her characters to trust God in all things. Loretta is an AWSA Certified Coach and loves encouraging aspiring writers since they are God’s masterpieces for the future of inspirational writing. Her writing experience extends beyond fiction. She has nonfictional stories in Guideposts Extraordinary Answers to Prayer, Gary Chapman’s Love is a Verb, and James Stuart Bell’s anthologies.

Her first novel, Pursued in the Wilderness won AWSA’s 2023 Romance Novel of the Year award. Blue Ridge Mountain Escape and The Marine’s Deadly Reunion released in 2023. Tamela Hancock Murray of The Steve Laube Agency represents her. Loretta is a member of AWSA (Advanced Writers and Speakers Association), ACFW (American Christian Fiction Writers), Faith, Hope, Love Christian Writers, Heart of America Christian Writers, and is on the executive board of the Mid-South Christian Writers Conference.

Media Talking Points:

Caregiving is being the hands and feet of Jesus, serving with love and compassion. Expound on that.
The saying is true, God will make a way where there appears to be no way. How do you know?
Just breathe. Depression is real. How did you overcome the battle?
When caring for a parent with Alzheimer’s, life can get animated. Can you explain?
Perfect peace is found in Christ even in the midst of trials. What’s your secret?

Susan L. Davis

Susan L. Davis’s transition from skepticism to faith began unexpectedly at a funeral, sparking a passion to illuminate biblical truths through storytelling. Her debut novel, 63 Hours in Hell, offers a fresh lens on the spiritual realm between Christ’s crucifixion and resurrection. This bold, imaginative work challenges and inspires both believers and seekers to see pivotal biblical moments in a new light.

Susan L. Davis runs a vibrant blog with over 20,000 monthly visitors, offering free journaling tools, Bible plans, and content that deepens faith. Her passion is blending storytelling with biblical truths to enhance spiritual journeys.

Media Talking Points for Susan L. Davis

Who Were the Nephilim? Exploring biblical mysteries and interpretations.
Women at the Time of Jesus Highlighting their pivotal roles in early Christianity.
Where is Hell? Analyzing biblical clues about its location.
Was Jesus in Hell? Examining scriptural evidence for and against Jesus' descent.
Inspiration Behind 63 Hours in Hell Discussing the spiritual and personal motivations for the novel.
Breaking Free from Fear (Signature Talk) Sharing stories of faith overcoming fear.
Writing Prophetically Integrating prayer and prophecy into creative writing.

Susan L. Davis will be attending NRB and is available for interviews. She can also accommodate short-notice interviews before or after the event. To schedule, contact her directly at susan@susanldavis.com or (630)512-1432 or contact Gregg Wooding at 972-567-7660;
To learn more about 63 Hours in HELL see https://abundance-books.com/product/63-hours-in-hell/

Gladys Childs

Dr. Gladys Childs, the 'Truth Doctor,' offers clarity, hope, and practical wisdom at the crossroads of faith and life’s challenges. As a Religion professor, pastor’s wife, author, speaker, and mom, she empowers individuals to navigate tough moments with unwavering truth and faith.

Gladys holds a Ph.D. in Foundations of Education and two master’s degrees in Religious Education and Divinity; she is also an ordained Elder in the United Methodist Church.

Gladys is a sought-after speaker and podcast guest known for her personal discipleship and education insights. She has presented at conferences, women’s retreats, and church groups nationwide and has authored magazine articles, guest blogs, and two books.

SUGGESTED INTERVIEW QUESTIONS

Personal/Faith-Related

Personal Journey: Can you share how your personal experiences, including your background as a religion professor and pastor’s wife, have shaped your approach to faith and writing?
Relatability: Many people see faith leaders as having it all together. How do you balance being a faith leader while confronting your personal imperfections?
Faith and Transformation: What are Christians’ most significant struggles today, and how does your work address those challenges?
Unique Writing Style: Many describe your devotionals as emotionally rich and deeply impactful. Can you explain your process for writing content that touches people’s hearts?
Personal Impact: Can you share nuggets of wisdom that have had a significant impact on your own life and how you share it with others?
Navigating Culture: How do you equip your audience to live their faith boldly and authentically with culture shifting rapidly?
Balancing Roles: As a busy mother and author, how do you find balance, and what advice do you offer women juggling multiple roles?
Future Vision: What upcoming projects are on the horizon?

Book-Related

Inspiration Behind the Book: What inspired you to write Busting Barriers, and how has it affected your journey to overcome emptiness?
Core Message: Your book addresses myths about the fruits of the Spirit. Can you share common misconceptions, and how readers can overcome barriers to living more fulfilling lives?
Practical Application: How does Busting Barriers equip readers to break through emotional and spiritual barriers and apply these lessons to their daily lives?
Impactful Moments: Can you share a story or feedback from a reader who experienced a transformative breakthrough after engaging your book?
Future Vision: What can readers look forward to in subsequent volumes of your book series, and how do they build on the foundation laid in Busting Barriers?

Media Inquiries: Gregg Wooding, gregg@iamproonline.com / 972-567-7660
Website: https://www.gladyschilds.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drgladyschilds/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GladysAnnChilds

Dawn Damon

Dawn Damon is founder and CEO of The BraveHearted Woman, and BraveHearted YOUniveristy, a growth and development coaching enterprise for women, awakening their God-given vision, equipping them to live an extraordinary life.
Dawn’s Podcast and YouTube Channel, “The BraveHearted Woman: Courage, Confidence, and Mindset Mastery,” echoes her calling, offering solo episodes and meaningful interviews, coaching women to live as the vibrant “leading lady” of their life.
An Ordained Minister, Conference Speaker, and Author of 6 award-winning books, Dawn is President of Advanced Writer’s and Speakers Association (AWSA) Steering Committee, a tribe of over 1000 women authors and speakers impacting the world.

Interview Topics:

Mindset Mastery
Live Your Dream Life
Purpose in Midlife
Ministry Women

Lorraine Larzabal

Lorraine Larzabal’s journey reflects her unwavering faith and passion in helping thousands of individuals encounter God in transformative ways. For over three decades, she has guided individuals to discern how the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit communicate, facilitating profound dialogues with each of Them. These experiences and methods are captured in her book, "The Declarations."

Lorraine is a worshiper, evangelist, missionary, entrepreneur, and Biblical Studies graduate with expertise in the Inductive Bible Study Method. Her focus is on the names, activities, roles, and attributes of the Holy Trinity.

She trains others in using personalized Scripture to triumph over life’s significant challenges, including overcoming cancer twice herself. Lorraine can approach anyone, anywhere, and ask them if they're open to experiencing God's love or His healing power. Before you know it, they’re having an encounter with Jesus! Discover these encounters for yourself in “The Declarations.”

MEDIA TALKING POINTS

Your book has over 800 personalized Scriptures categorized into 4 chapters for each member of the Trinity: Who They are, What They do, Who They are to us, and What They do in us, for us, and through us. Why this structure?
What inspired the shift from the common “I am” affirmations focused on personal identity to crafting “You are” declarations directed towards God.

Because Christians often dismiss God's voice, believing it to be their own thoughts, what preparation helps us hear Him clearly when we ask Him a question?
What does the Lord want to tell you after you tell Him who He is?
Why is speaking Scripture aloud better than reading them silently?
Why does rephrasing Bible verses into the present tense enhance their relational impact?
How did the “10 Steps to a Divine Encounter” originate and what experiences are people having?
What happened when you distributed Bibles and tracts in a communist country?

To learn more or set up an interview, contact her at
Lorraine.Larzabal@gmail.com 808-482-4123
https://thedeclarations.com/
https://www.facebook.com/lorrainelarzabal/

Patricia Bradley

Offering hope to a broken world is USA Today Best-Selling author Patricia Bradley’s goal in life. Her novels have won a Selah and a Reader’s Choice Award, and were ACFW Carol and Daphne du Maurier award finalists.

She and her two cats call Northeast Mississippi home, and the South is also where she sets most of her novels. Her seventeen novels include four romantic suspense series for Baker Books/Revell: The Logan Point Series, the Memphis Cold Case Novels, the Natchez Trace Park Rangers, and the Pearl River Series. Fatal Witness, the second book in the Pearl River Series set in the Cumberland Plateau area above Chattanooga released February 6, 2024.

Bradley is a popular keynote speaker and teacher at writing conferences. She is also co-founder of Aiming For Healthy Families, an organization dedicated to giving teens and their parents the tools necessary to combat the myriad of problems associated with high-risk behaviors. When she's not writing or speaking, she likes to throw mud on a wheel to see what comes out.

Sandra Allen Lovelace

Sandra Allen Lovelace, is an award-winning speaker and author who serves women as a Trauma Conqueror and Consultant. Encouraging women and their families for more than 50 years, 30+ as a pastor’s wife and missionary, Sandra has served on five continents and lived in three countries outside the USA.

Her opportunities have ranged from intimate conversations to large
events, courses and groups both in person and online. Two years at L’Abri serving under the Schaeffers taught her to view all of life through the Truths of Scripture and decades of inter- cultural service excite her about the common experiences of women. She’s the Director of Lifework Forum, the international educational non-profit she founded in 1991. Sandra’s ministry grew through leadership inside and outside the church. Caring for and
celebrating women through challenging and rewarding events in every setting imaginable, for more than 25 years in the homeschool community.

These interpersonal experiences, her own fight for survival, plus her professional education led her to develop the Mind, Body, Spirit Framework for trauma healing and recovery. She shares the unified principles she developed through her own journey wherever she’s invited.

Trauma and Family Estrangement
o What caused you to address the topic of Trauma in your ministry?
o How is your Mind, Body, Spirit approach different from others?
o Who are the women who benefit from your ministry?
o Why are you reaching out to women caught in Family Estrangement?
o What are some common misconceptions about estrangement?
o How might you encourage a woman experiencing estrangement?

Information about Topics
• Trauma is the result of too much input coming too fast or too little coming for too long. Faulty perceptions, flawed conclusions, and poor coping skills are the result. Sandra encourages women with information, affirmation, and inspiration to escape the trauma trap. She explains, “Awareness is God’s invitation to new life, the kind only Jesus can provide.”
• Family Estrangement is a growing cultural dynamic where adults are separated from their families, a complex issue that appears to be rampant inside and outside the Church. Sandra provides support to women struggling with the grief and pain of this dilemma who find themselves abandoned and alone. She offers steps to discover an Untethered life in Christ.

Sandra lives in South Carolina where she enjoys moderate seasonal changes. Hiking with a camera in her hand is a favorite pastime, especially in far-flung places.

More info or an interview: Gregg Wooding, gregg@iamproonline.com 972-567-7660
Email: SandraAllenLovelace@gmail.com Website: https://sandraallenlovelace.com/

Christine Trimpe

Christine Trimpe is a transformative wellness leader dedicated to empowering professional Christian women to reclaim their health and vitality through her faith-based approach to weight loss. As the founder of The SugarFreed Me Method and a certified SUGAR® Licensed Practitioner, Christine helps clients achieve lifelong healing from sugar addiction and food-related struggles. Her clients experience dramatic transformations, including sustained weight loss and breakthroughs in physical, emotional, and spiritual health, with over 80% retention in her programs.

After a 100-pound weight loss journey, Christine created a method that goes beyond conventional dieting, integrating faith, emotional regulation, and metabolic health principles. Christine’s own story—marked by a significant health journey, an embrace of ketogenic eating, and a breakthrough lifestyle change—has inspired thousands since she first shared it on her blog and across social media. Her journey has been highlighted in leading wellness magazines, including the cover of Woman’s World, articles in First for Women, and featured on DietDoctor.com, where she was named a top low-carb success story.

Christine’s extensive career in corporate America, paired with her BBA degree, uniquely equips her to guide women in tackling complex health challenges and finding balance in all aspects of life. Her upcoming book, SugarFreed (2025), follows her acclaimed devotional, Seeking Joy through the Gospel of Luke (2021), which received the Christian Market Book Award and Christian Indie Award. As a passionate speaker, Christine loves to inspire and equip audiences with bold, biblical truth and practical steps for lasting transformation. Looking for a dynamic speaker for your next event? Christine would love to bring your audience a message of faith, freedom, and victory.

Christine and her husband, Rob, have been married for over thirty years and enjoy life in Metro Detroit, where she leads worship, hikes the outdoors, and loves time with her family and pets. With her passion for exhortation, faith, and generosity, Christine’s mission is to equip women to overcome years of weight struggles, embrace freedom from sugar addiction, and ultimately live with joy and purpose.

Media Talking Points:

Faith and Freedom from Food Addiction: How surrendering to God can unlock lasting healing.
Transformative Weight Loss: Why spiritual and emotional health are the missing keys to physical vitality.
Sugar Addiction: The Silent Epidemic: Strategies to recognize and overcome it for good.
Unchained for Joyful Living: How embracing God’s truth leads to lasting transformation in every area of life.
Speaking Joy in Every Circumstance: Finding courage, resilience, and purpose through faith, even in life’s hardest seasons

Christine Trimpe: 248.421.9357 | Email: christine@christinetrimpe.com | Visit: christinetrimpe.com
Media Inquiries: communications@briellecotterman.com

Lauren Nicole

President of God Links Ministries
Host of God Links TV/podcast.
Discipling the young women of America and defending the unborn.

THE KING OF GLORY IS THE STORY

God Links Ministries
TX Non Profit
791 N Hwy 77 Ste 501 C-120 Waxahachie Tx 75165
Godlinksministries.org

Top Questions to Ask Lauren Nicole for interview.
1.  How did the enemy try to silence you as a child?
2. What led to you to launch Godlinks?
3. What makes your podcast unique?
4. What would you say to encourage someone who doesn't have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ yet?
5. What is your word of the year for 2025?
6. Tell me about a time in your life where God directed  a U-Turn in your spiritual life.
7. What is something that frustrates you about church that you think God is going to change in this season?
8.  How do you keep your relationship with God fresh and exciting?
9.What advice would you give to people in sharing their personal
testimonies with others?
10. What has surprised you the most on your adventure with God?

Cheri Strange

Award-winning author, Bible teacher, and national Christian women’s speaker, Cheri Strange inspires women to break free from invisibility, deepen their faith, and embrace the abundant life God intends. Through her writing, speaking, and resources, she equips women to flourish spiritually, stirring more desire for God into everyday life.

Through her award-winning book, Can You See Me, Now? Good News for the Lonely, Left Out, and Less Than, Cheri helps women move from feeling invisible to spiritually invincible.
In a world where social media and constant digital connection should bring people together, many women still struggle with isolation and loneliness. In fact, we are considered the loneliest generation on record where researchers have found half the population reporting anywhere from regularly occurring feelings of isolation to experiencing severe loneliness. This 75-day journey is designed to address this need, helping women embrace their God-given worth, step out of the shadows, and cultivate meaningful, life-giving relationships. Through Scripture, engaging stories, and practical steps, Cheri equips women to:

Cultivate the courage to connect with others.
Find people who will fill their hearts rather than drain their souls.
Counter the nay-sayers who prefer they remain quiet.
Kiss goodbye to the old tendencies to blend into the wallpaper.
Start living as the woman God created them to be.

In Can You See Me, Now? Good News for the Lonely, Left Out, and Less Than, Cheri takes readers on a 75-day journey to overcome loneliness, build authentic connections, and break free from invisibility. With a blend of Scripture, real-life stories, and practical steps, Dr. Strange provides a roadmap for stepping boldly into God’s purpose.

Media Talking Points
Why do so many women struggle with feeling unseen, even in a hyper-connected world?
What inspired you to write Can You See Me, Now??
You describe this as a 75-day journey. What kind of transformation can readers expect?
How can women build authentic friendships and overcome past wounds?
What role does faith play in moving from feeling invisible to being invincible?
What are the biggest obstacles to feeling truly known and loved?
How can women counter the pressure to stay quiet and invisible?
What practical steps can readers take to embrace their God-given identity?
Is there a specific Scripture that has resonated with you in cultivating this message?
You have a large family and a thriving ministry. How do you navigate both?
What do you hope readers will take away from this book?

Cheri continues to encourage women to embrace their God-given identity, step into authentic relationships, and cultivate profound spiritual fruitfulness. Her upcoming release, Increase Your Bloom Ability: Devotional for Unleashing Your Most Fruitful Self (releasing April 1, 2025), empowers women to grow in faith and purpose.

Increase Your Bloom Ability: Devotional for Unleashing Your Most Fruitful Self, helps women move beyond stagnation to profound fruitfulness, rooted in John 15. Cheri takes the reader through a 40-day journey toward becoming a more flourishing version of herself. In the daily readings, Dr. Strange addresses God's desire for his children to live fruitful lives, the barriers that keep us from it, and offers insights from Scripture that can equip and encourage every believer in Christ to increase their "bloom-ability." An included bonus is the digital artwork by Cheri similar to what she creates for her Instagram followers that can be seen cover to cover. Increase Your Bloom Ability makes the perfect gift for anyone who desires more of God in their everyday life.

Media Talking Points
Why do you believe God’s plan for every believer includes being profoundly fruitful?
What are the biggest barriers to a fruit-filled life, and how can we overcome them?
How does Increase Your Bloom Ability help women grow spiritually?
How do your YouVersion plans reach over 750,000 people worldwide?
You have a large family and a thriving ministry. How do you navigate both?
What do you hope readers will take away from your books?

Cheri is also the author of Life Principles for Living Out the Greatest Commandment (AMG Publishers), part of the Following God Bible study series, which leads readers into a deeper understanding of how to love God and others in practical, transformational ways.

In addition to her books, Cheri is a Content Partner with the YouVersion Bible App, where over 750,000 readers engage with her Bible reading plans worldwide.
Looking for a dynamic speaker for your next event? Cheri would love to bring your audience a message of faith, freedom, and transformation. Invite Cheri to Speak.

About Cheri
Cheri Strange has been married to her husband, Chad, for over 30 years. Together, they are raising their eight children in Houston, TX, where Cheri teaches teen girls, leads Bible study, and serves on the Praise Team to lead worship. She loves walking outdoors, craves good chips and warm salsa, and has never met a candle store she could resist.

Her passion is to equip women to grow spiritually, embrace their worth in Christ, and cultivate meaningful, life-changing relationships. Whether through books, Bible studies, or speaking, Cheri’s mission is to stir a deeper desire for God into the everyday lives of women.
Reach out to Cheri to book her for interviews, speaking engagements, or podcast appearances.

Call: 254-231-5618
Email: cheri@cheristrange.com