ABOUT THE AMAZING GRACE SERIES

Amazing Grace is a series of anthologies from Ascension Press about the faith, hope, healing, inspiration and humor in everyday life. Created by Matthew Pinto, Jeff Cavins and Patti Armstrong -- all accomplished writers, editors and communicators -- the Amazing Grace series collects real stories from a host of extraordinary writers that will strengthen your spirit and nourish your soul.

Amazing Grace for Survivors
51 Stories of Faith, Hope and Perseverence
(Ascension Press, ISBN 1934217476)

Marybeth contributed Bald and Beautiful, the story of a courageous and inspiring young friend living with alopecia. 

Amazing Grace for Families
101 Stories of Faith, Hope, Inspiration & Humor 
(Ascension Press, ISBN 1934217352)

Marybeth contributed two of her most popular columns to this anthology: Nobody's Perfect -- Not Even the Tooth Fairy and Happy Anniversary, Handsome Stranger. 

Amazing Grace for Mothers
101 Stories of Faith, Hope, Inspiration & Humor
 (Ascension Press, ISBN 1932645268)

Marybeth's essay A Luxury I Took for Granted, about a trip with her youngest daughter to a major medical center for a minor health concern, offers a grateful perspective on motherhood.

The Ultimate Christmas: The Best Experts' Advice for a Memorable Season with Stories and Photos of Holiday Magic
Edited by Jeanne Bice (HCI 075730754X)

You know the moment when it feels like Christmas—when you make your annual pilgrimage to the tree lot and the 'blue spruce or pine' debate commences, when you share favorite memories over a second helping of your mother's stuffing, or when you feel the tug in your throat during the holiday pageant. Now you can revel in the true meaning and spirit of the season with Ultimate Christmas in a volume that includes Marybeth's hilarious account of creating the ultimate tree-trimming event. Ho, ho, ho! Click the book cover to buy now!