Stories Inspired by Song

As I finished polishing the manuscript I planned to pitch during the ACFW Conference this summer, I was challenged by a critique buddy to choose a song or two that captured the theme of my book. The manuscript is titled Camp Galatians.  Seventh grader Beth Shapiro doesn’t trust others, especially not her classmate Erick Moulder. …

Camp Names

I recently shared my Camp Galatians manuscript with a beta reader. After reading the first couple chapters, she called with a suggestion.  Kids at camp usually address the counselors by their camp names–names like Moose and Buckeye.  Some camps allow you to choose your own name while others make you earn it.  This was an …

Hiram County Chronicles Book #1: Camp Galatians

Current Project:  Hiram County Chronicles Book #1– Camp Galatians (working title) Status:  Editing  Seeking representation and pursuing publication Pitch: Seventh grader Beth Shapiro doesn’t trust others, especially not her classmate Erick Moulder. She is desperate to return home from the class camping trip.  Erick loves camp.  After his mother’s recent passing, he welcomes the break …