The Year I Read the Bible
A year of reading, a year of digging deeper—forty essays born from the questions that transformed my Bible from a book on the shelf into a life changing adventure.
A life‑long Christian, I’ve read the Bible many times, but this time felt different. I wasn’t aiming for another cover‑to‑cover sprint I could cross off my list. I wanted to learn something that would actually shape my life.
So for a year, I read my chronological Bible slowly and intentionally. Whenever something puzzled me, intrigued me, or begged for a deeper look, I wrote it down. In Year Two, I returned to those notes—researching, asking questions, and working hard to truly understand.
And I shared what I discovered, hoping someone else might want to learn alongside me. I launched a weekly blog called The Year I Read the Bible, then a video channel where I read each post aloud. And then, a brand new project: a podcast called (what else?) The Year I Read the Bible. 40+ episodes, available wherever you listen. Another way to pass along what I found.
Forty essays. Forty chances to explore that big book on your shelf. Maybe you’ll be inspired to begin your own year of reading. If you do, I’d love to hear what sparks your curiosity.
All proceeds from the sale of this anthology will go to Sanctuary of Unborn Life in Charleston, a not-for-profit that provides support, mentoring, and housing assistance for local pregnant and new mothers in need.
Charleston Light: Stories Inspired by Sullivan's Island Lighthouse
An Anthology of inspirational novellas by Laurie Larsen, Christina Sinisi, Dianne Miley, Melissa Henderson, Laurie Ingram Sibley, Kelsey R Budd, Jody Stallings, and Annette Wiley
A collection of faith-filled novellas all inspired by Charleston Light, the wonderfully awkward-looking lighthouse that sits on the shore of Sullivan's Island, South Carolina. The stories range from sweet romance to time travel to fantasy to a modern retelling of a beloved fairy tale. You will definitely find something you love on these pages!
Laurie's novella is Looks Aren’t Everything, a Retelling of the classic Fairy tale, The Ugly Duckling: Pediatric nurse Wanda Byrd feels an instant kinship with ten-year-old cancer patient Kendall, and it's not just because of their matching scars. But a surprise encounter with Kendall’s Uncle Mark immediately ignites her long-held insecurities due to his good looks and confident demeanor. Can an awkward-looking lighthouse, the wisdom of a little girl, and a confession from the man himself teach her that true value comes from within?
A Holy City Christmas:
Charleston Holiday Tales
There's something magical about Christmas ... but in Charleston, South Carolina, the holiday is extra special. This collection of short stories combines the festive joy of the holiday with the beauty of the Holy City ... Charleston.
Presented by the authors from the South Carolina Lowcountry chapter of American Christian Fiction Writers. Laurie's delightful story is called Dock Street Miracle:
Susannah, raised in foster care, now making her timid path into adulthood, receives the chance of a lifetime when exuberant off-Broadway theater veteran Molly arrives to direct the Christmas Nativity play at the historic Dock Street Theater. Working with Molly changes Susannah's life in many ways. But she could never agree to Molly's last-minute request to play the important role of Jesus's mother. Could she?
All proceeds go to RISE Ministries of Orangeburg County, SC: Restored, Ignited, Supported and Empowered. Your purchase will help others!