Sugarcreek Beginnings by Shelley Shepard Gray

Author:Shelley Shepard Gray
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: HarperCollins
Published: 2010-01-01T00:00:00+00:00

Dear Reader,

Some books are just easier to write than others. Some mornings, I sit in front of my computer screen for an hour and barely get a single page written. Other times, I’ve had to stop when my fingers hurt because I’ve been typing so fast. I have to say Spring’s Renewal was one of my favorite books to write…and one of the easiest. The reason is pretty simple…I fell in love with Clara.

There was something about Clara that made me dig a little deeper inside of myself in order to tell her story. Of course, I’ve always had a soft spot for a heroine in need, and for a person who continues on with a positive attitude, no matter what her circumstances.

Perhaps you know people like Clara. People who have quite a few unfulfilled dreams but are determined to make the best of things. People who don’t complain but count their blessings. These are the kinds of people who inspire me. Who motivate me to count my blessings too and give thanks for God’s grace.

Of course, this work of fiction could never happen without the help of many people. First, thanks to my editor, Cindy DiTiberio, who’s given me the opportunity to write about the Amish and is always so kind and encouraging to me. She makes some of my most wordy, convoluted paragraphs actually make sense! I’d also like to thank everyone in the sales team at HarperCollins who do their best to make sure my books get into stores. You all are incredible and I’m so grateful for your enthusiasm.

Once again, I’d like to thank my agent, Mary Sue Seymour, who always listens to my worries like she has all the time in the world. Agents like that are priceless.

Thanks to my husband, Tom, for driving with me to Sugarcreek. And for cooking dinners and running errands so I can write. And for never pointing out that all people I talk about at dinner…are actually made up.

And, of course, I owe so much to the real Clara. Her patience and wisdom and kindness seem to know no bounds. Thank you, Clara, for letting me ask you dozens of questions…and then ask them again.

I love to hear from readers. If you’re inclined, please visit my website, or visit me on Facebook! Thank you for picking up my books, for telling your friends about them, and for asking your library to put them on the shelves. I’m forever grateful.

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