Welcome to a festive episode ofRedemption Press Author Spotlight! This week, Shelly Brown hosts a special two-guest format with children’s book authors Jerri Lien and Jill Cox. Their heartwarming Christmas stories—Bixby and the Very Jolly ChristmasandLarry the Christmas Caterpillar—remind us of the joy, wonder, and transformation that Christmas brings.

Jerri shares how her playful Shih Tzu, Bixby, inspired her latest book in the Bixby series, bringing lessons of faith and family through the eyes of a curious dog. Meanwhile, Jill takes us on a journey of unexpected inspiration, rooted in a real-life caterpillar that transformed in her family’s Christmas tree—a powerful metaphor for new life in Christ.

Whether you’re looking for books to delight the children in your life or seeking stories that spark meaningful conversations about faith, this episode is filled with holiday cheer and inspiration.

Episode Highlights – In this heartfelt and reflective conversation, you’ll hear:

• Meet the Authors and Their Stories:
  • Jerri Lien: Jerri talks about her lively Shih Tzu, Bixby, whose antics and personality shine in Bixby and the Very Jolly Christmas. She shares how the story teaches young readers the true meaning of Christmas—through Bixby’s journey of discovery.
  • Jill Cox: Jill recounts the incredible story behind Larry the Christmas Caterpillar, which began with a caterpillar found in her Christmas tree. The tale reflects the transformative power of Christ, tying beautifully into 2 Corinthians 5:17: “If anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation.”
• Behind the Scenes of Writing and Publishing:
  • Jerri: Jerri shares how Redemption Press supported her through her publishing journey, from workshops that sparked her creativity to seeing her vision come alive through beautiful illustrations. Writing her second book in the Bixby series was a leap of faith, and she hopes to expand it into a full series.
  • Jill: Jill reveals how her book, written years ago, came to life after rediscovering it in a box. Despite early setbacks with a previous agent, Jill found Redemption Press and experienced a seamless, collaborative publishing process.
• Themes of Christmas and Transformation:
  • Both books capture the essence of Christmas, but also go deeper:
    • Bixby discovers the joy of giving and the greatest gift of all—faith and family.
    • Larry’s story provides a metaphor for the transformation that happens when we place our faith in Christ.

Connect with Our Guests:

• Click here to get Bixby and the Very Jolly Christmas by Jerri Lien
• Click here to get Larry the Christmas Caterpillar by Jill Cox

Make these delightful Christmas stories part of your family’s holiday traditions! Perfect as gifts or meaningful additions to your seasonal bookshelf, Bixby and the Very Jolly Christmas and Larry the Christmas Caterpillar will inspire young readers and their families alike.

Stay tuned for our next Author Spotlight, where we’ll continue to explore the stories behind the stories with more talented Redemption Press authors.

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