My Garden, Another Haven
This month I’d like to reintroduce my garden of books, as I step away from gardening for a bit.
It’s been a busy several years, as you will see. Writing is therapy for me. God has given me the ability to share Him in my Bible based books. I don’t take that blessing lightly. Thank you Jesus for allowing me to serve You through the written word.
It’s A Kids World!
The birth of Alexis Ann’s books began in April of 2021. It was a story written for my granddaughter, Alexis. The first book, “Stormy Seas”, was a great achievement for me. It was my first published kids book. In this story we find Alexis telling her younger brother about Paul’s missionary journeys through dramatic play.
Later that same year, the second book was published in the “Alexis Ann’s Amazing Adventures” series. “Seriously a Splash” takes a serious look at a child’s anger. It also includes parts of the story of Jonah, from the Bible.
About a year later, in September of 2022, the final “Alexis Ann’s Amazing Adventures”book was released. “Let Them Rise” deals with a child’s loss. At the time it was a difficult story to write, since my sweet granddaughter actually lost her other grandmother. Death became real to Alexis and her siblings.
The three chapter books in “Alexis Ann’s Amazing Adventures” are written for early readers ages 5-9.
Last year I began a new series about a boy and a dog. Kids love pets. I kept the boy nameless so any reader could insert themselves into the story. The dog, Teddy, becomes one of the main characters. The readers will find themselves in Teddy’s thinking process. This was such a fun book to write. Specifically, for ages 6-10.
In May of 2025, just little over a month ago, I published the first book in the series “An Alexis Ann Mystery”. I love this series. “Crossway Christian Camp” is my first mystery. I nailed it, according to recent readers. Alexis is a young teen whose detective skills are on high alert. If there is a problem, she’ll solve it. But what could happen at a Christian camp? Reader’s ages 9-15 will enjoy this story.
Christian Fiction
My first series I ever wrote was the “I Am the Light”series. All three books will take the reader from the dawn of Creation to the sorrows of the Crucifixion. The characters are lovable, realistic, and struggle with sin just like we all do.
At the time of writing this series I was still adapting to the publishing world. Having limited connections with other authors and editors did cause some problems. One day I would like to republish these three books.
God has blessed me with abundant creativity, but grammar is my downfall. Blessed are those who have the gift of editing. They are our sidekicks who make authors look good! The good news is I found a wonderful editor, my writing skills have improved, and I’m more confident.
My book, “Beatrice”, was part of a MAPS (multi author published series) called “Apron Strings”.This project was so much fun. I was able to get to know a dozen new authors and learn things. They all were so helpful. “Beatrice” takes place in 1950 and is a fictional story based of my mother, Beatrice.
Here’s the Amazon blurb: It’s 1950. WWII has been over for almost five years but Beatrice is experiencing her own personal conflict. Ten hour working days at the hair salon have taken its toll on her, physically and spiritually. War years may have ended with daily life transitioning into a new normal, but normal can be a struggle for a 35 year old single working girl.
“Abigail’s 40 Days” has not received enough attention.
With this type of review one would think that the book would receive more readers. I’ve come to realize women prefer books with sweet romance. You won’t find that in this book. Instead, other raw emotions will drive my characters to Christ!
AMAZON REVIEW
“I enjoyed Abigail’s 40 Days– a wonderfully written novel by Patti Wolf. Set in Jerusalem during the time of Jesus Abigail goes on a journey to find answers for her brother’s death, and during her quest, she learns a lot about herself and her faith in God.”
“Patti Wolf takes her vibrant and interesting characters into an in-depth view of what it would have been like to live in that region during that time. From start to finish the book was interspersed with the Word of God making it an inspirational and faith-building read.”
Of course, Poetry
I’ve written poetry for six decades. Poetry has been a dear companion through times of great loss, months of depression, periods of doubt, and moments of great joy.
God’s great Creation has been my greatest inspiration in writing poetry. Many of my poems are open verse while others follow a format. In the end, there is usually a Bible verse to capture my poem’s meaning.
“Nature Poetry” is a collection of select poems throughout the years. It was compiled in September of 2023.
“The Advent of Christ” was released last year. It was meant to prepare the reader’s heart for the coming of the Savior. This book is a collection of prose and poetry related to the season of Christmas. It contains select Bible quotes to draw the reader into the time of Christ’s birth, hope for the season, and insight into Christian living. The poetry is based on emotions from nature and how it relates to moments which surround the weeks of Advent prior to Christmas.
New Books Coming this Year
Two new books will be released this year.
“The Nanny’s Lost Legend”: Past Sins, Ancient Myths, and Hidden Secrets unite at Our House on Heather Wynd.
Fleeing the sorrow of her Irish homeland, Lizzy Corby arrives in the Scottish Highlands searching for a brighter future. This historical romance is more than bagpipes and loch monsters—love itself may become the greatest monster of all.
“A Pea of Courage”: A near escape, a lost prince, and a new life to make the perfect Tea Tale.
What does one do when their memory vanishes? Apollonia will need to pick up the missing pieces, but she won’t travel this journey alone. How will she stay safe? Who will help her? Somewhere… her Polish prince is waiting for her.
… and looking for monarch caterpillars!
Patti Wolf 