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Meet Matthew James Elliott (M.J. Elliott), an award-winning, dedicated writer with a strong passion for spreading the word of Christ. Matthew has spent 15 years serving in different types of ministries, both as a volunteer and a minister of the Gospel. Although he was never ordained, his experiences have given him a deep understanding of what ministry is all about and how it has evolved over time. His degree in Biblical Studies is from Oklahoma Wesleyan University and emphasizes Pastoral Care, Christian Education, and Worship.

Matthew is happily married to Traci and they have three delightful children: Leyla, Caleb, and Hannah, who bring them immense joy and inspiration. Matthew's books aspire to minister to believers with love, equip them f ...more

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	The Hope of Inheritance : A Kedoshim Story (The World of Kedoshim Book 4) 4.86 avg rating — 7 ratings	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	The Cyprus Journal : A Kedoshim Story (The World of Kedoshim Book 2) 4.75 avg rating — 4 ratings	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Finding Philemon: VIII: Tempest Beckoning (A Kedoshim Series) (Finding Philemon Limited Series (Digital) Book 8) it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 3 ratings	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Finding Philemon: Episode IX: Fall Out (A Kedoshim Series) (Finding Philemon Limited Series (Digital) Book 9) it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 3 ratings	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Finding Philemon: Episode I: The Beginning of the End (A Kedoshim Series) (Finding Philemon Limited Series (Digital) Book 1) 4.67 avg rating — 3 ratings	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
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PenWorks of the Word | Featured Author | Linda Shenton Matchett

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Today, I have the privilege of welcoming Linda Shenton Matchett to the PenWorks of the World Blog Tour. She was the first author to extend a hand of support to a wayward newbie launching into the genre of Biblical Fiction as he was releasing the first full-length novel he had ever written. It was my first guest post on her website that helped me accept that I could do this thing cal Read more of this blog post »

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This is not your typical Biblical fiction. Worn Sandals is fast-paced, emotionally grounded, and refreshingly real. Lyon drops you right into the early church with vivid historical detail and characters who feel like people you know… messy, hopeful, ...more
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Last Light of Everlasting by Demi Griffin is a breathtaking entry into Christian fantasy—rich with lore, spiritual depth, and emotional resonance. From the first page, readers are swept into a world of high-stakes conflict and luminous storytelling. ...more
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Leading Philippi is a vivid, emotionally rich novel that brings the early Christian community of Philippi to life with cinematic clarity. As a biblical fiction writer myself, I was honored to read this early and found it deeply engaging. Jennings’ re ...more
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