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Shirley Corder

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Shirley Corder is a freelance author, retired registered nurse, cancer survivor, pastor's wife, mother, mother-in-law and granny. Somewhere inside that mix, you'll find the real Shirley. She and her husband live near the sea in Port Elizabeth, South Africa's "Windy City".

She is passionate about coming alongside those in the cancer valley and encouraging them. Strength Renewed is her book of 90 meditations for all those in that situation, whether as patients, survivors or those who care.

Her most recent book is her debut novel, Returning to Amanda, the first in the Aloevale series. More details about her writing can be seen on her Amazon Author Page.

Please visit her cyber home at Write to Inspire
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Shirley Corder When I first started to think of writing a fiction book, I kept reading "Write what you know". The one area I knew best is that of a pastor's wife. So…moreWhen I first started to think of writing a fiction book, I kept reading "Write what you know". The one area I knew best is that of a pastor's wife. So I formed a family of characters and wrote a story. But the story-line was weak. Then last year, I had an ah-hah moment! My pastor's wife ran away - from all the pressures to conform, from her husband and kids. And wow! It opened up a whole new story. (less)
Shirley Corder How to live like a "perfect minister's wife" when you're not. :-) Actually, partly the theme of my releasing novel, Returning to Amanda.
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How to live like a "perfect minister's wife" when you're not. :-) Actually, partly the theme of my releasing novel, Returning to Amanda.
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Peace in Life's Storms

Scripture tells of a number of storms that changed the lives of many. As one of my two contributions to the compilation, In All Things, initially published in 2020 as a boxed set, and now available in paperback format, I decided to write about some of them.

Peace in Life’s Storms ~ 7 Devotions from Biblical Storms

This book is a short seven-day devotional book, part of an ongoing series. In this sma Read more of this blog post »
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Shirley Corder Shirley Corder said: " May 21 2021
I was thrilled to receive an advance copy of Tracy Crump's book of devotions, Health, Healing, and Wholeness: Devotions of Hope in the Midst of Illness.
Whatever medical crisis you face, or any of those you care for, this book will be a go-
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A stunning book that gives insight into life in the ancient Pharaoh's palace. We read of Hagar, the young princess, daughter of Pharaoh, and how the arrival of Sarai (later known as Sarah) and Abram (later Abraham) changes the course of her life.
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The Runaway's Redemption is a true character-driven story. We follow the journey of Johlene, a physically, emotionally, and spiritually scarred paramedic from South Africa when she comes to spend time in the tranquil English village of Eden Cove. ...more
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I loved this gentle family story. A South African couple and their toddler leave crime-infested Johannesburg to move to the safety and serenity of a family cottage in England. It doesn't turn out as they imagined as a dispute arises over an electric ...more
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"Relearning who they are

This book is packed full of wisdom. What a great story to show us how God can restore a church and even a marriage when the people only ask Him for help. It kept my attention all the way through, and I can't wait to read the n" Read more of this review »
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"In this prequel, the author delves into the complex dynamics between the artist Amanda Fitzpatrick and the pastor's wife, Amanda Douglas. Managing three rumbustious children and the expectations of a pastor’s wife, both from him and his congregation," Read more of this review »
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"A great read for a lazy afternoon!

In this prequel to Shirley Corder's novel, Returning to Amanda, we discover the origins of Amanda 'Mandy' Kirkpatrick's discontent with her marriage, her motherhood and her role in church life. When she reaches crisi" Read more of this review »
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“Lord, thank you for the people who care more about me than about their schedules.”
Shirley Corder, Strength Renewed: Meditations for Your Journey through Breast Cancer

“Please don’t tell me you know just how I feel--you don't.”
Shirley Corder, Strength Renewed: Meditations for Your Journey through Breast Cancer

“When one person gets cancer, the whole family gets cancer.”
Shirley Corder, Strength Renewed: Meditations for Your Journey through Breast Cancer

“I have no special talents. I am only passionately curious.”
Albert Einstein

“Maybe you can afford to wait. Maybe for you there's a tomorrow. Maybe for you there's one thousand tomorrows, or three thousand, or ten, so much time you can bathe in it, roll around it, let it slide like coins through you fingers. So much time you can waste it.
But for some of us there's only today. And the truth is, you never really know.”
Lauren Oliver, Before I Fall

“The greatness of a man is not in how much wealth he acquires, but in his integrity and his ability to affect those around him positively.”
Bob Marley

“If you want to forget something or someone, never hate it, or never hate him/her. Everything and everyone that you hate is engraved upon your heart; if you want to let go of something, if you want to forget, you cannot hate.”
C. JoyBell C.

“Don't be afraid of your fears. They're not there to scare you. They're there to let you know that something is worth it.”
C. JoyBell C.

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