I have contributed to seven
books, as well as authoring a book called Lessons, Laughter, and
Tough Love for our local school system. I have also written for
the following publications.
Published
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Lessons, Laughter, and
Tough Love: The Inez Clemmer Legacy |
Glimpses of Grace:
Stories of Hope
Now
Available
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Talk Topics and List of Articles
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Topics |
List of
Articles |
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Credits
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HomeLife |
ParentLife |
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Living with Teenagers |
Journey |
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The Imaginary Stage |
Discipleship Journal |
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Celebrate Life |
The Lutheran |
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Special Education
Today |
Women of Spirit |
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The Lookout |
Focus on the Family
Magazine |
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Caregiving |
Mature Living |
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Christian Parenting
Today |
Woman’s Touch |
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Open Windows |
Living |
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The War Cry |
Family Digest |
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The Secret Place |
Seek |
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Standard |
Church of God Evangel |
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Evangel |
Living Light News |
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Kids Ministry Ideas |
Happiness |
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Women Alive! |
Together |
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Purpose |
Wesleyan Women |
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The Plain Truth |
On Mission |
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SpiritLed Women |
Christian Living |
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Alive for Seniors |
Pray! |
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Church Musician Today |
Evangelizing Today’s
Child |
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Christian Home and
School |
Christian Education
Counselor |
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Today’s Christian
Woman |
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Sample
Writings
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Two Shades of Grace |
Me? Love My Neighbor? |
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Faith and Farewells |
Lessons From Shela |
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Confessions of an Internet Bride |
Beyond Forgiveness |
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The Christmas Advantage |
Giving Thanks |
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When the Holidays Hurt |
Caught in the Middle |
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Hospitality on the Run |
Getting Past the Gimmees |
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Brochure Cover and Back |
Ten D's for Effective Women's Ministry |
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Get Up and Go |
Training Troops for the Kingdom |
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Awards Received
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| 2nd Place
in Creative Writing Guild contest, Cleveland, TN |
| 2nd Place
in 2003 Southern Christian Writers Conference,
Nonfiction |
| 3rd Place
in 2002 Southern Christian Writers Conference,
Nonfiction |
| 2nd Place
in 2001 Southern Christian Writers Conference,
Nonfiction |
| "Best
Submission" at LifeWay Writers Workshop, 1995 |
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Quotes from people
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Marcia
Swearingen, Freelance Writer: "I took Lettie's Christian Writers' class and it
was excellent. Very informative and well worth the money. She connects. I
learned more practical, usable information in two sessions than I did in
multiple sessions in a university setting. I highly recommend it."
Wendy Brown, former Missionary: "At a recent teacher training conference I
attended it was said that Lettie Kirkpatrick was as close to being a Master
teacher as one could possibly be this side of glory."
Michael Fink, retired Director of LifeWay Writers Workshop: "Lettie is first
of all an excellent writer, so she knows how to communicate effectively. Second,
she has mastered all aspects of the religious market as well as anyone I know.
But finally and most importantly, she knows how to take a new writer through the
basic steps and inspire them to greater achievement. Writers love her for her
insightful help and her loving spirit. She's been there and done that, but she
never tires of helping others to go there and do that too. What a combination!"
Nancy Simmons Vineyard, Author and Freelance Writer: "Lettie Kirkpatrick
eagerly offers encouragement to both published and non-published writers. In her
workshops, she offers practical advice along with handouts that you will use
again and again."
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Glimpses of Grace Book Comments
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I immediately started reading it the same day I received and could not stop
crying and remembering. Your writings are beautiful and such a testament
to your faith. But what comes through so loudly is yours and Tom's constant
faith throughout your lives as God saw you through each event and crisis. As I
read each story I was so moved and reminded by the truth of God's words that He
will never give us more than we can handle and that He will be with us through
each step....taking care of all things.
Phyllis James
The book is delightful. In reading it, I laughed, I cried, I rejoiced, all at
the same time. Thank you for allowing God to use you as His instrument in
writing to share laughter, joy, love, and His grace of endurance to others.
Charlotte Pierce
Thank you so much for the book. I have read it in its entirety, laughed,
cried, and rejoiced. I will definitely share it with others and will watch with
anticipation for future books from your pen. You are an excellent writer and
convey the GRACE of our loving Lord which is so abundant and free. Through your
many disappointments and heartaches in this life, you have shown your readers
that GOD IS SUFFICIENT!! But it takes a yielded and obedient heart, and you have
supplied that part.
God bless you,
Roberta Harper
Lettie, I got it today and have read about two
thirds of it. WOW! I'm amazed at the faith path and the grace God has shown you
through it all. I'm so glad I got the book! I didn't know all youve been
through. I don't know that I've personally known anyone who has gone through so
much with so much faith.
Edna Pollier
Thanks for sending a copy of "Glimpses of Grace: Stories of Hope." My husband,
Matt, started reading and couldn't put it down. I read it last week while at the
Tennessee Baptist Convention in route to Nashville. I didn't realize you had so
many stressful situations in your life. Only through the grace of God have you
survived. The book touches the heart of human frailties and offers hope to those
in need. You did a wonderful job. The cover is beautiful.
Carolyn R. Tomlin
Loved the
book - read it in one sitting - thanks again for
including Daddy's story!!!!
Debbie Brandon
Wow the book is great. I got it yesterday. Ava soon
picked it up and started reading it. She was just drawn
to it.
Gale Walker
Lettie, It was so good to see you at you book signing.
When I got home, I sat down and read GLIMPSES OF GRACE
Stories of Hope from cover to cover. Your life has sure
been one that is a witness to the faithfulness of God's
promise to be with us and to guide us in our decisions.
The book is very readable and well put together. I
especially enjoyed the pictures. The cover is fantastic.
May God continue to inspire you so that you may continue
writing.
Love, Kay (Freeman)
I savored the first three stories on the way to the
restaurant last night. They are filled with His strength
and your obedience. My favorite was against all the
odds.
Glimpses of Grace is a delight. God must be pleased.
Look forward to reading the rest.
Love in Christ, Nancy
My two favorite scriptures are Jeremiah 29:11 and Phils
4:6-7. When your first story had that scripture, I was
hooked big time...I have to let you know how big a deal
it is that I love to read what you write....I am a
terrible reader...really slow, but I love to read things
like yours that is so encouraging. With your willingness
to share your heart...you will encourage many others to
keep trust God's heart when they can't trace His hand.
Don't ever second guess sharing with others what God has
done for you...that is your ministry my friend.
Love you, Brenda (Hannah)
Lettie, I read most of your book today. I kept carrying
it around with me and reading on it. It is wonderful. As
soon as I finish it I am going to let two of my friends
read it. I am soooo proud of you. The reason I didn't
read it all the way through is because it was making me
cry at times so I had to stop and regroup. I love the
internet bride. Even though I had read most of your
stories, they still seemed fresh to me. The cover is
just the best! Congratulations.
Linda Goble
I finished your book and I was very touched by your
words. I knew many of the stories and I felt like it was
part of my family. Thank you so much for sharing the how
God provided a way when you had to think there was no
way. It really will be a blessing to many. Thanks again.
Love you, Sandy
I received the book yesterday afternoon and stayed up
last night and read it. It is a good insight into her
life and I am sure she will reap from them. A good book
for someone who is on the fence with GOD and is
wondering why me. I enjoyed the book and am proud you
are one of her prayer partners. I will pass the book on
to our prayer group at church and know they will be
enlightened by it. Again thank you.
Love, Tilli
I HAVE RECEIVED YOUR BOOK. THANK YOU SO MUCH. I READ IT
FROM COVER TO COVER THE NITE I GOT IT. I COULD NOT PUT
IT DOWN. AND I AM NOT MUCH OF A READER, BUT I COULD’NT
STOP. I LOVE YOUR WRITING. THANKS AGAIN FOR GIVING ME
THE OPPORTUNITY TO BUY YOUR BOOK.
ROGER
I want you to know how much I am enjoying your book. It
is absolutely great. I am enjoying every page. You did a
great job. I am ready for the next one, so hurry up.
John Ogle
I've already read "Glimpses of Grace." It is a
wonderful book, and I couldn't put it down. Thank you
for sharing these "glimpses" from your life and the
lives of others. They were a blessing to me, and I know
they will be to countless others.
Dianne McCleary
I received Lettie's book
yesterday and didn't want to put it down! I know many,
many folks will be blessed through her gift of writing!
Love, Betty
Definitely an A+! May God richly bless you in your
continued ministry in your writing, speaking engagements
and your daily Christian life.
Peggy Ball
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must say that I read half of Glimpses of Grace
immediately and wished for time to complete it. I feel
sure I will read and re-read it many times as well as
recommending it to friends.
Betty Fox
My husband passed away in
March of this year, suddenly without warning (heart
attack). I just wanted to let you know your book is
amazing, it helped me and gave me hope, I finished it in
one day. Only someone who has had to endure this kind of
loss can even begin to understand all the emotions you
go through.
Donna Dunn Parker
Sat down Saturday
afternoon and read your book. It was just wonderful I
could not put it down. Your life could be a movie. I
don't know if I could have kept my faith as well as you
have over all of it.
Paula Keys
I loved your book! You
truly portrayed the intimate workings of God for His
children. No one knows Him better than those who have
walked through the valley with Him.
Vickie Coffey Williams
Your book came at the
perfect time. I have cried quite a bit as I read the
stories. They are heart-warming/heart-wrenching stories.
I feel the pain you experienced as I read them. Thank
you,Lettie, for writing these stories about God's grace
in your life and in other's lives. I know it must have
been painful to put them down on paper. These "glimpses
of grace" you have shared are helpful in my grieving
process.
Carolyn Rigg
Have I even told you how much I enjoyed your last book?
I read it on one evening! I couldn't put it down! God
has given you a very special gift!
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