Thank you, Skip! I’m so pleased both you and Derry enjoyed the second draft.

It has been a joy to read this book while my wife Derry is a beta reader.  I love the sense of place, and the special vibrations and colors of Mrs. H. and Henderson House as an entity.  I appreciate how Bessie Blackwell’s interior prayers come so naturally for her.  Her integrity of character shines throughout.  Thank you for inviting us to such a good and enjoyable read!  (Rev.) Skip Dickinson

Thanks everyone for your pre-orders, comments and support during the four months of this contest. There are lots of strong book contenders and I look forward to seeing who gets published!

I’m interested in this story. I like that teens have to come to the rescue.

Thanks Mary Dezember for reading the chapters - glad you liked the symbols ( - :

I’m so proud of you, Mom! Can’t wait to read that new chapter you’ve been working on!!!

Great story!!!