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Janet W. Ferguson

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Janet W. Ferguson is a Christy Award finalist and the winner of the 2020 FHL Readers Choice Award. An avid reader and former librarian, she turned her love of story into writing contemporary faith-filled novels with realistic characters who feel like best friends. You’ll laugh and cry as the quirky heroes and heroines chase their happily ever after.

Janet and her husband live in Mississippi where they say y’all a lot, and she forces him to visit the beach as often as possible. They have two grown children, one really smart dog, and a cat that allows them to share the space.


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Janet W. Ferguson I was pregnant with my first child when a car ran a red light and plowed into our vehicle. We spun from the impact and landed (thankfully) on the lawn…moreI was pregnant with my first child when a car ran a red light and plowed into our vehicle. We spun from the impact and landed (thankfully) on the lawn of a fire station. Our car was totaled. Maybe it was the wreck combined with pregnancy hormones, but after that, anxiety while in vehicles plagued me. For whatever reason, it eventually led to panic attacks when I drove on the interstate.
I’m an open person, so I shared my experience when it felt appropriate (or when asked to drive on the interstate, ha). Along the way, I met many other people plagued by either anxiety or depressive disorders. I wanted to write a novel that would encourage people with serious anxiety problems, but I was busy caring for my aging parents. In 2012, both of my parents passed away along with my mother-in-law within a sixty day period. It was a tough time for my family, and I realized that life is short. So I sat down to write.
Leaving Oxford is what came of it. God has still been able to use me as a children’s minister, a youth volunteer, and in so many other ways despite my weakness. Whatever struggles and weaknesses you’re facing, you aren’t alone. No matter where you are in life, you are still glorious and useful in God’s eyes.

I hope and pray that at least one person is encouraged by my story.
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Janet W. Ferguson I know I'm reading these three with one of my book clubs: Breaking Matthew by Jennifer Westall, A.D. 30 by Ted Dekker, A Time to Dance by Patricia Bea…moreI know I'm reading these three with one of my book clubs: Breaking Matthew by Jennifer Westall, A.D. 30 by Ted Dekker, A Time to Dance by Patricia Beals
I'll probably read some waiting on my Kindle or book shelf by Lisa Wingate, Charles Martin, Karen White, Ronie Kendig, Valerie Comer, Michelle Griep, Terri Blackstock... So many books, so little time!(less)
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Hi friend,Do you have your tree up already? I won’t judge. My daughter-in-law put up a small tree, because her family does it November 1st, and the new grandbaby is fascinated.

My daughter dresses up my granddog every year for a pet costume contest or to entertain children out looking for treats. I think he is very handsome! My daughter dressed as Beauty and he was the Beast 🙂

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It was interesting to learn more about the time period in this historical fiction. I now want to read more about the actual history. Warning: The battle scenes are not for the squeamish.
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I enjoyed listening to this book on audio. It tells the story of three women, and parts of the older women's lives are slowly given in given in segments. The historical periods were interesting, and it had a inspirational theme. I loved the grandmoth ...more
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I listened to the audio version of this book. It was so good! I haven't laughed out loud at a book so many times in a long time. It was a fantastic Christian rom-com. The narrators did a wonderful job, but I might buy the paperback edition to read ag ...more
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"Another great book! I am so glad that I have found Janet W Ferguson. Her books are so true to life and have great Christian characters. I just can’t put it down because I just have to know what’s happening next. I highly recommend this author. I alre" Read more of this review »
Leaving Oxford by Janet W. Ferguson
"My first time to read this author and sooo looking forward to more. I loved every little thing about this story!! One of my many favorite quotes: “I love you, miss you, but God loves you more.” Thanks for a book I needed today.
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I won this Christian children's book in a contest. I enjoyed reading it, and I think it would be a good story for teaching children about obedience. ...more
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“But courage is only fear that has said its prayers. And we are going to pray.”
Janet W. Ferguson, The Art of Rivers

“this world you will have trouble. But take heart. I have overcome the world.”
Janet W. Ferguson, Magnolia Storms

“Father, we’re brokenhearted about the loss of this little child, Emilio. We know he was ushered into Your loving arms, but we still grieve. We can’t understand why on this side of Heaven, so we ask for Your peace to fall on us. “We need You, Lord. Please strengthen us for the hours to come, Lord. In Jesus’ precious name we ask these things.”
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message 1: by Linda

Linda Janet, I've been trying to get in touch with you. I lost your personal email address when my daughter unexpectedly replaced my computer tower, and MY email address recently changed to "lajediut1@gmail.com".

I consider you a friend, even though we'll probably never meet face-to-face, and it would be a shame for that to end.

Blessings and hugs — Linda J. Hall, Magna, Utah


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