Library to host author
COSHOCTON – The Coshocton Public Library is pleased to announce that they will host an afternoon with author Wanda Brunstetter at Central Christian Church on Thursday, Sept. 7, from 4 – 6 p.m. She will be joined by her daughter-in-law Jean and granddaughter Richelle, co-authors of her new book, “The Beloved Christmas Quilt”. Wanda will speak first, followed by a book signing. Books will be available for purchase. This program is free and open to the public.
According to her website wandabrunstetter.com, Wanda Brunstetter is an award-winning romance novelist who has led millions of readers to lose their heart in the Amish life. She is the author of nearly 90 books with more than 10 million copies sold. Many of her books have landed on the top bestseller lists, including the New York Times, Publisher’s Weekly, USA Today, CBA, ECPA, and CBD. Wanda is considered one of the founders of the Amish fiction genre, and her work has been covered by national publications, including Time Magazine, USA Today, Newsweek, Good Housekeeping, and Country Woman. Wanda’s books have been translated into four foreign languages.
Wanda’s fascination with the Amish culture developed when she met her husband, Richard, who grew up in a Mennonite church, and whose family has a Pennsylvania Dutch heritage. Meeting her new Mennonite sister-in-laws caused Wanda to yearn for the simpler life. In their travels, she and her husband have become close friends with many Amish people across America. Wanda’s desire to explore their culture increased when she discovered that her great-great grandparents were part of the Anabaptist faith.
All of Wanda’s novels are based on personal research intended to accurately portray the Amish way of life. Many of her books are well-read and trusted by the Amish, who credit her for giving readers a deeper understanding of the people and their customs.
Wanda’s primary attraction to the Amish is their desire to live a devout Christian life that strives to honor God, work hard, and maintain close family ties. Whenever she visits her Amish friends, Wanda finds herself drawn to their peaceful lifestyle, sincerity, and close family ties, which is in stark contrast to the chaos and busyness that plagues so many modern “Englishers.” Time and time again, Wanda loses her heart in the Amish life, and she hopes her readers will, too.
Registration for “An Afternoon with Wanda Brunstetter” is required. Space is limited so please register early. Call the library, 740-622-0956, or register online at coshoctonlibrary.org.
Category: Arts & Entertainment
