Plain & Simple Miracles
Amish home. Middlebury, IN
Anna’s Healing — Plain & Simple Miracles
I am so excited to be working on my new series, Plain & Simple Miracles. These will be Amish romances, much like the Pebble Creek series. If you’ve read those books, you know there is a lot more at work than one guy, one girl and a love story. These are also stories about the Amish way, how communities pull together, and God’s grace in our lives.
This time my story is set in Oklahoma. An hour to the east of Tulsa is an Amish community. I’m going to visit next month. One of my favorites aspects of writing is visiting the people and places I write about. The Oklahoma community is a bit different than others in that they allow tractors – and you know I will be discussing that in my book.
But the main theme of this story is quite simple. Do we believe in miracles? I’m not talking about the miracle of another sunrise (although I believe that is miraculous). I’m talking about God’s healing touch like when Lazarus was raised from the dead. Do we still believe those sorts of things are possible? If so, why are some people healed but not others?
I don’t pretend to know all the answers, but I think this will be an important book for me to write. I ask your prayers, that God will lead me to present such an important subject in the light of His love and grace.
We’ll still have romance, lots of Amish cooking, and problems between neighbors. I want you to have plenty to think about while you’re reading. Already I adore Anna Schwartz, and I trust that you will too. This book will release in 2015. Until then, I hope you’ll visit my webpage and pick out a book. They are all stories of the simple life and the grace of God.
Blessings,
V
Last 5 posts by vannetta
- Anna's Healing - August 1st, 2014
- Pebble Creek and the Amish - July 1st, 2014
- Amish Research - June 2nd, 2014
- February and the Amish - February 1st, 2014
- Amish Families - January 2nd, 2014
I have so enjoyed reading books about the Amish way of life because I live a very simple but God loving life. Will be looking forward to your new book.
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vannetta Reply:
May 6th, 2014 at 12:48 pm
So glad you are enjoying Amish fiction, Linda. Thanks for stopping by the blog.
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WooHoo!! So excited you’re starting another series, Vannetta!! I absolutely love getting lost in your books!
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vannetta Reply:
May 8th, 2014 at 12:43 pm
Hi Robin.
I’m glad you’re looking forward to the new series.
Blessings,
V
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Oh, be still my heart! Another Vannetta series! How exciting! I’m praying for you, Vannetta!
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vannetta Reply:
May 9th, 2014 at 9:01 am
Hi Dali.
Thanks for your post – you’re very encouraging!
Blessings,
v
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Hi Vannetta , I love your books . Reading one now . So glad you are starting another series . I love to read books about the Amish and their ways .
Keep writing sweet Vannetta . Thanks
lizd225(at)gmail(dot)com
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vannetta Reply:
May 16th, 2014 at 9:00 am
Thank you for your encouragement, Liz.
It helps a LOT when I hear from readers.
I sort of like to write what you all like to read … so keep commenting and letting me know!
V
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This is why I love your books! This is down to earth everyday questions that I have asked myself. It let’s us see that Amish people are just people with real life issues just like us. Can’t wait to read this book too! Thank you Vannetta!
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vannetta Reply:
May 16th, 2014 at 8:59 am
Thank you, Teresa. I do like to write about “normal” people who find themselves in unusual circumstances. I hope you enjoy the story!
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That sounds great. I’ll be looking forward to reading
thi!
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vannetta Reply:
May 19th, 2014 at 6:40 am
Great to hear, Cathy. Thanks for stopping by the blog!
V
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I have not the book yet.
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vannetta Reply:
June 4th, 2014 at 7:33 am
Hi Jonnie. I hope you’ll give it a try!
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I first read your books just a couple of months ago. I had been badly burned and was getting bored with my options. I really enjoy mysteries with just about any setting so I’m sure you can guess which I started with.
I have spent most of my life near Amish communities. In fact there is one nearby that refers to themselves as Amish Mennonite. It is interesting seeing them in town.
Thanks for your time,
Lisa
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vannetta Reply:
June 4th, 2014 at 7:33 am
Blessings on you, Lisa. Thank you so much for sharing.
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