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This fun book contains 6 very short stories about the Underground Railroad. The total read time is 30-45 minutes. You will learn about the touching love story of Louis and Ellen, the miraculous escape and inspiring story of Mary, the hilarious story of "Deacon Jones," plus three more. This book is suitable for all ages, but especially useful for grade school children.

Tales, Too, about a 30-45 minute read, features 9 true short stories of slave escapes on the Underground Railroad. You will read about Joe in a Box, the wonderful love story of Wilson and Eliza, Jim the "Missionary" and 6 others. Daring and delightful, the book is fun for all ages, but was written with grade school children in mind.

Biddy Chambers was a woman devoted to her husband and to God. In this short eBook, about a 30 minute read, you will see the hand of God in every aspect of Oswald and Biddy Chamber's life, as they served him in early 1900's England. You will read about the inspiring story of how My Utmost for His Highest, a book that has never been out of print, came to be the best selling devotional of all time. My Utmost for His Highest has sold over 13 million copies and is still relevant for people today.

Betty Greene, 1920-1997 was a woman who accomplished many, "firsts," in the world of aviation. In this short story, about a 20 minute read, learn how Betty Greene used her love of flying to serve God all around the world.

In this short read, about 30 minutes, you will learn the amazing story of a tiny, fiery redhead, Mary Slessor, (1848-1915) from the slums of Dundee, Scotland. Mary's difficult childhood would serve her well as she braves the unknown and terrors of the African jungle. This is an inspiring story of how God mightily used a woman, who was totally sold out to HIM.

There is only one word for the life of Prince Kaboo, Samuel "Sammy" Morris, 1872-1893. MIRACULOUS! In this short eBook, about a 30 minute read, you will be thrilled and awed by his escape from captors in Africa, his voyage to America and the amazing ministry he had here in the United Sates, touching hearts and lives wherever he went.

In 1960, nineteen-year-old, Bruce Olson, with only 72.00 and a one way ticket to Venezuela, embarked on a lifetime of adventure. In this short eBook, a 20-30 minute read, you will get a glimpse into the Motilone Miracle, which transformed an entire tribe and many other tribes as well, in Columbia and beyond.

I love my home state of Arizona! My family has been here for over 100 years. With some of the most spectacular scenery on the planet, it is indeed a land of color and contrast. Equally colorful are the many characters who have called Arizona home. John Shaw was killed in 1905 in a gun fight after robbing cowboys who were gambling in a saloon. He was buried where he fell and was dug up the next day by the same cowboys he robbed; to be given one last drink of whiskey. Arizona's lovable outlaw, Climax Jim, who escaped numerous prison cells. Dollie Wiley had a revolving door of husbands and her...

Who is Lottie Moon, 1840-1912? In this short story, about a 20 minute read, you will learn the incredible story of, "the most educated woman in the south," who spent most of her life in China. Lottie's conversion is interesting, her work in China thrilling, and her death, not like any you have heard before. Lottie Moon continues, over 100 years after her death, to raise money and awareness for world missions.

In this short story, about a 30-40 minute read, you will meet a spunky woman whose determination led her to do amazing things, in spite of enormous challenges! Katherine Beard, 1908-1998, is not a well known missionary outside of Northern Arizona. I personally knew Miss Beard, and like me, you will be inspired and challenged as you get to know her through this story.

Negro Bill Canyon is a popular hike near Arches National Park. This short, (15 minute read) is the story of William Grandstaff who came to this area in 1877. A former slave, he did his best to stay under the radar. Yet 100 years after his death, he has been at the center of two controversies----in two states!

This is the true story, (10 minute read time) of a slave named Rachel. Rachel had escaped once before and when her owner captured her, he took drastic measures to make sure she would not escaped again! A leg iron, with a heavy ball and chain was clamped just above her ankle. Handcuffs were put on her wrists. She was loaded onto a wagon and bound once again for a life of slavery. The situation looked hopeless. As the title indicates, this heartwarming story of Rachel is simply miraculous.

What do you think of when you think of Valentine's Day? Cards, cupids, roses a romantic dinner? Did you know the day is in honor of a man named Valentine who lived in the third century? On February 14, 269AD Valentine was beheaded by Emperor Claudius because he would not deny his Christian faith. This short, (5-10 minute read) tells about the man, the times and culture he lived in, and the progression to our modern day celebration.

On October 16, 1931, a murder so bizarre, so gruesome, gripped not only Arizona, but all of America. Three beautiful women. Best friends. Two were dead, and the third accused of murdering them and then "chopping up" their bodies. The bodies were then stuffed into two trunks and shipped by train from Phoenix, Arizona to Los Angeles, California. The trunks were accompanied on the train by the accused murderer, Winnie Ruth Judd. What really happened? What was Winnie Ruth Judd guilty of? Was she an evil killer? Or was she framed?

Harriet Beecher Stowe had seven brothers, all pastors, all staunch abolitionists who used their pulpits to condemn slavery. Harriet was just as passionate in her opposition to slavery as they were. What could she, a wife and mother of six children do? In 1850 her brother Edward's wife, Isabella, wrote her a letter challenging her; "Hatty, if I could use a pen as you can, I would write something that would make this whole nation feel what an accursed thing slavery is." Harriet accepted the challenge! With her words, she changed the way the world thought. By writing Uncle Tom's Cabin, Harriet...

True stories of fascinating pioneer women in Arizona. Featuring: Sarah Ashurst who tied her two year old daughter Eve to a wagon wheel so she wouldnt wander off while she gave birth, unassisted to the baby that would become Arizona's first senator. That was only the beginning of Sarah's adventures as she and her family headed to the Arizona Territory! Kate Lyall, a single mother with four children homesteaded in Southern Arizona in Doubtful Canyon, so named because early pioneers were "doubtful" they would survive. Martha Purtymun baked a saw into a cake to help her father, the very ...

I love Colorado's colorful history! I have spent so much time there, vacationing in one place or another for 50 years. I have been able to spend even more time there since my son, Shawn, moved to Denver. I love learning all about the history and the colorful characters who made Colorado their home. I especially love to find that obscure story, hidden away in a self published book in a small town library or on the book shelf of a pioneer family. I loved researching and writing this book. There are so many fun, short stories, 22 in all! I hope you enjoy it as well.

A long-time goal has been to visit Madison, Indiana. While doing research about the Underground Railroad, I learned this river town played a prominent role. There is nothing like a personal visit to more fully understand the history that transpired there. That goal was achieved in September of 2024. Madison is a delightful town, and here is the first of several stories I hope to write. In this short story, about a 20 minute read, you will learn about George DeBaptiste, a brilliant entrepreneur who used his businesses, both as a front and a fund, for the Underground Railroad.

This short story, about a 10-15 minute read, is interesting, educational and amazing! It is the true story of a young native man who was captured as a slave, taken to Spain and England, then returned to his homeland again just in time for the arrival of the Pilgrims. While people of all ages will enjoy this story, it was written with grade school children in mind.

I love writing about the myriad of ways God works to bring people to know Jesus. Every story is unique and special in its own way. I was visiting at my daughter's home when she asked me to share my testimony of how I became a Christian with her guests. Lisa had heard bits and pieces of it over the years. When she heard me tell the entire story, she said, "Mom, you have got to write that down!" As I celebrate my 50 year anniversary with Jesus, it seems appropriate to share my story, which is about a 20-30 minute read. I hope you can see His love for people and realize there is no one outside...