My name is Shannon Clark . I’m the founder and editor-in-chief of Jebaire Publishing. I’m also a wife to an incredible man and mother to my own small hockey team. I write whenever I get a chance and don’t get much sleep, but who needs 8 hours when you’re doing what you love?
My life has been completely transformed since I accepted Jesus Christ into my heart and that great news is hard to hold in! I believe that this is the testimony of every writer who has had the pleasure of meeting Him at the intersection of life. Our spiritual countenance is forever altered, and we want nothing more than to share that good news. This is why I write, and why I encourage others to do the same. The authors that you’ll meet below are more than just writers. They’re impassioned leaders who are dedicated in their mission to encourage the Body of Christ.
My words to live by:
• a surrendered heart holds more
• unity of purpose has greater impact than big budgets
• determination, focus, and courage carry more weight than a free ride.
Heather Arbuckle
Heather Arbuckle is a writer who lives in McKinney, Texas. She has been married to her college sweetheart, Marty, for the past 18 years. Together they have three precious gifts from Heaven named Jack, Lily, and Sofie. Heather’s life verse is “Take your everyday, ordinary life—your sleeping, eating, going-to-work, and walking-around life—and place it before God as an offering. Embracing what God does for you is the best thing you can do for him.” (Romans 12:1 MSG). Her book, Joy In The Morning: Prayers, Petitions, and Purpose in the Psalms is scheduled for release in 2012. Learn more about Heather at Hearts for Him.
Cheryl Lynn Betz
Cheryl Lynn knows she is one of the Lord’s works-in-progress, serving Him as an ambassador for Christ in the roles of: wife, mother, writer, speaker, teacher, and business woman whenever and wherever He calls her, blessed by His grace and mercy. Her mission is to help equip fellow believers in Christ to “become mature, attaining to the whole measure of the fullness of Christ” (Ephesians 4:12-13 NIV). It is her prayer that her devotional, Lord, It’s Time for Just You and Me (Release August 2011) draws people to Christ and helps in their growth as Christians.
She and her husband live in the beautiful Appalachian Mountains in Kentucky. They have two adult children.
Robert Cottrill
Author Robert Cottrill is a humble musician and gifted hymnologist. With refreshing insight and dedication to his craft, he ministers to the the hearts of his readers by sharing stories of hope and encouragement through hymns past and present. His passion is contagious! On his blog, he writes: “The Bible says we’re to ‘Sing praises with understanding’ (Psalm 47:7). In four words, that verse presents my basic goal: to share insights that can lead to more meaningful and effective hymn singing.” Robert’s book, Discovering the Songs of Christmas: Meditations on Our Traditional Carols and Christmas Hymns, was released on December 25, 2009. For more information, please visit Robert’s blog.
Elizabeth Fain
Elizabeth Fain is the author of Good Grief: A Care Map for the Grief Journey (Release: January 2011).Elizabeth and her husband Scott had two children that they lost when they were young. She’s written a beautiful guide to help others along the grief journey. Of her experience she says, “It was this journey of raising two children with special needs that taught us about Faith, Hope and the Love of God. God carried us through the fierce storm. We can say that God used our journey for the good of those that love the Lord.” Elizabeth and her husband Scott live in North Carolina with their dogs Lucy and Boomer. She works as an Occupational Therapist and full time instructor. To learn more about Elizabeth, visit her blog. Find her book, Good Grief here.
Tatianna Dickens
In 2003, Tatianna’s son Zack, (then age 3) was diagnosed with autism (IQ of 50, most skills in the 12-15 month range.) She’d just had her 3rd child, and was not emotionally or physically prepared to handle the insurmountable challenges that lay ahead; however, her faith in God gave her the strength to trudge forward. She and her husband, James began three long years of a non-stop intense early intervention program to save their son. Her book, Accept No Autism: Our Family’s Story of Recovery (Release Date: April 2010) is a beautiful testimony of how a complete and total surrender to God’s will can render the most surprising results. Find out more about Tatianna and her dedication to bringing hope to those affected by autism on her website.
Nelson Hannah
Author Nelson Hannah is a pastor on a mission to “revive and reform the life and practice of the American church”. In his blog Seeking the Father’s Heart, Nelson leads his readers into a more thoughtful and impassioned approach to living out their faith. His new book, God’s Threshing Floor: Moving from Fruitful to Useful is scheduled for release in April 2011.
Marcia Leaser
Marcia has been writing for forty years and freelancing for over thirty. She’s had over nine hundred things published to date. Her first book, Frizzeldee’s Catastrophe (Tate Publishing)— a children’s book for ages 5-9, was published in Oct. of 2009. She also writes monologues, poetry, articles (mostly non-fiction) puppet plays, songs, and books. Her newest book Every Step of the Way is scheduled for release in 2012.
She’s married with two grown daughters and five grandchildren. Website: For His Mercy and Grace
Marsha Lenski
Author and inspirational speaker, Marsha Lenski is the founder of WWDKG Ministries whose focus is “to tell other women that His[God's] blessings are for anyone and everyone who wants His love.” She is the author of two published works: From Sinking Sand (1988, Xulon Press), Pure Intentions (2004, Author House ). Her third book, Woman with Destiny in the Kingdom of God (Jebaire Publishing), is scheduled for release in July 2011. Marsha and her husband John work together in ministry at their home church in Decatur, Illinois. (website: www.MarshaLenski.com)
Mark Littleton
Mark Littleton is a graduate of Colgate University(A.B., 1972) and Dallas Theological Seminary (Th.M., 1977). He is a former pastor and youth pastor but now he speaks at churches, retreats, conferences and other gatherings as a writer. He likes to use his books as sources for various series he does at.
Mark is happily married to Jeanette Gardner and has four children: Nicole, Alisha, Gardner and Elizabeth. They all think Mark is the greatest father ever, though their opinions change depending on whether he has given them what they wanted for that day. The family have a dog named Zoe who is stupider than mud, a backup dog named Aussie, who’s quite smart but not smart enough to escape and find another family who will feed him better, and a cat who hates Zoe and Aussie but loves everyone else. They used to have a hamster, too, but … well, you know what happens to hamsters.
Mark’s new book, Learning to Wait on God’s Best for Your Life, is scheduled for release in May 2012. Visit him on the web at www.marklittleton.com.
Nick Lore
Born with ADHD and dyslexic before either was diagnosable, Nick learned at an early age the importance of facing challenges head on. Later in life, when he was diagnosed with prostate cancer, he knew that he had a choice — either sulk in the uncertainty of his condition or continue to pursue life by faith. Thankfully, he chose the latter. Years after his initial diagnosis, Nick continues to live his life with passion, and he’s cancer free! In his book, Roll the Windows Down, It’s Raining Nick shares his formula for a successful life with humor and transparency. Find out more about this inspiring author at nicklore.com.
Russell McKinney
Russell McKinney is the author of Straight Talk About God’s Will. He has served his community as an ordained pastor for the past 17 years and is the founding pastor of Disciples Road Church in Spruce Pine, North Carolina. Russell’s passion and commitment to God’s Word is highly evident in his writing. He has a special knack for taking complex biblical themes and making them plain to readers of all levels. It’s been a real treat having him on board, and we look forward to seeing all that God has in store for this gifted messenger.
Norm Mason
Norm Mason is a longtime grassroots political activist. He has served in numerous campaigns and political party functions since 1976 and has served multiple times as a delegate to local, state, and national political conventions. Additionally, Norm has served as president of his area school board, county chairman of his political party, and state chairman of the Texas Christian Coalition.
Active in church and community, he has served as a deacon and Bible study teacher in a local Baptist church. Professionally Norm is an engineer by background was Director of Technical Services for a large independent oil company prior to establishing his own consulting practice. Norm and his wife, Jeanie, have two adult married children and three grandchildren. The Masons live in Sugar Land, Texas. Look for his new book, The Political Imperative, in July 2011.
Kerry Monroe
Kerry Monroe is a trained grief coach who combines her life experiences with the foundation of God’s Word to walk alongside those in grief. The tragedies in her own life have deepened her compassion and empathy toward those who’ve experienced loss. She uses this heightened awareness to gently encourage and guide.
Kerry’s desire is to provide a grief coaching experience that soothes the soul; points to Jesus Christ as the Healer; and moves others toward a fuller life that can be joyful and complete again.
Additional Experience includes: Biblical Lay Minister, Women’s Ministry Director, Bible study teacher, grief support, retreat speaker, missions, and prayer ministry. She is also the Prayer Team Leader for Jebaire Publishing. You can find out more about Kerry at her blog: www.kerrymonroe.com.
Jill Nogales
When Jill Nogales was diagnosed with cancer, her life was forever altered. In her book, Mammograms, Mastectomies, and a Spiritual Makeover (Release, February 2011), Jill shares her journey from cancer victim to cancer survivor with candor, courage, and a refreshing lightheartedness that will both warm your heart and and encourage your soul. Find out more about Jill at her blog: A New Shade of Pink.
Elizabeth Thompson
Author Elizabeth Thompson, “Liz”, has written for Hearing Health and Just Between Us Magazines. She has been a columnist since 1998 for Suburban News Publications (Reporter from 2000-2003) and from 2003-2005, for The Arizona Republic. She is married, has one grown daughter, three grandchildren and lives in Grove City, Ohio. You can find Liz at DaybyDayLiz and AdvocateLiz.
