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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 Books

Lessons, Laughter, and Tough Love: The Inez Clemmer Legacy

Glimpses of Grace: Stories of Hope
Available in May
2008

 
Credits
  HomeLife ParentLife
  Living with Teenagers Journey
  The Imaginary Stage Discipleship Journal
  Celebrate Life The Lutheran
  Special Education Today Women of Spirit
  The Lookout Focus on the Family Magazine
  Caregiving  Mature Living
  Christian Parenting Today Woman’s Touch
  Open Windows Living
  The War Cry Family Digest
  The Secret Place Seek
  Standard Church of God Evangel
  Evangel Living Light News
  Kids Ministry Ideas Happiness
  Women Alive! Together
  Purpose Wesleyan Women
  The Plain Truth On Mission
  SpiritLed Women Christian Living
  Alive for Seniors Pray!
  Church Musician Today Evangelizing Today’s Child
  Christian Home and School Christian Education Counselor
  Today’s Christian Woman  
     
Sample Writings
  Two Shades of Grace Me? Love My Neighbor?
  Faith and Farewells Lessons From Shela
  Confessions of an E-Bride The Christmas Advantage
  The Christmas Advantage Beyond Forgiveness
  When the Holidays Hurt Giving Thanks
  Hospitality on the Run Caught in the Middle
     
  Brochure Cover and Back  
     
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Awards Received
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
 
Quotes from people
Here are a few Quotes from people who have taken Lettie's classes:
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."
 
 
Glimpses of Grace Book Comments
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

I 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!
Vicki Patterson