Who would have thought that 2018 would bring about such wonderful growth for Higher Ground Books & Media! At the beginning of the year, I had a couple of goals for our little publishing company. One, I wanted to sign two new authors. Two, I wanted to publish at least five new titles. These were fairly conservative goals and I wasn't sure we would be able to accomplish either of them. Things were slow at the beginning of the year. Lots of starts and stops. A few sour grapes along the way. Some unfortunate incidents with less than reputable individuals who were not dealing above board. And a few months of weary soul-searching about whether or not it even made sense to keep going. And then, suddenly...a breakthrough. I prayed and prayed for God to help me figure out the direction I needed to take. And He delivered the most awesome message to me. He said, "Trust Me." And in the midst of conflict and disappointment, I handed it all over to Him once again
On Saturday, December 15th from 1 to 5 p.m., HGBM will be holding its 2nd Annual Author Fair. This year's participants are listed below: Daniel K. Held, Author of Love's Resurrection Daniel K. Held is both an Ohio Licensed Independent Social Worker and ordained United Methodist Elder (pastor) living with his wife of 51 years, Sue, in retirement. With degrees from Sterling College, the Ohio State University, and United Theological Seminary, he works intentionally to both improve and express his deeper understanding of God and people. Such understanding forms the basis for his faith and love of God, neighbor and self. His work has included individual, marital and family counseling, educational workshops and seminars, pulpit ministry and writing over the span of now 50 years. The latter includes his blogsite: www.pastordanheldblog.com . Stephanie Ayers, Author of 'Til Death Do Us Part, The 13: Tales of Illusory, The 13: Tales of Macabre A publish