With Gladness: A Collection of Christmas Stories

by Sarah Kay Bierle

Christmas comes every year in every era, reminding us to hope, trust, and have faith.

This collection of 10 historical fiction stories features moments from America's holiday past, reflecting inspirational ideas and traditional values. Characters search for Christmas meaning or seek to reconcile their struggles with a message of joy and peace. Historical settings include: Colonial, Revolutionary War, Trail of Tears, California Rancho, Civil War, Gilded Age, Great Depression, World War II, Vietnam Conflict, and Modern Era.

130 pages, Paperback

First published November 4, 2016

About the author

Sarah Kay Bierle, a historian, writer, and living history enthusiast, has wanted to write books since she penned a first sketch of "Blue, Gray & Crimson" at the age of nine. Sarah was homeschooled for K-12, completed an accelerated distance learning program for college, and graduated from Thomas Edison State University with a BA in History. When not researching or writing, Sarah enjoys spending time with her parents and siblings, volunteering, playing music, quilting, or visiting with close friends. She desires to share a message of hope in Christ through her daily life and writing.