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What if publishing a book could do more than share a story? What if it could help children discover who they are, inspire a lifelong love of reading, and plant seeds of faith that grow for years to come?
In this episode of eXchanging Eternal Truths, Heather Lancaster welcomes Dr. Sonia Leverette of Hadassah’s Crown Publishing in Simpsonville, South Carolina. Dr. Leverette shares the story behind her publishing company, the meaning of its unique name, and her passion for helping other authors bring their work to readers. With more than 300 books published through the company, she explains how Hadassah’s Crown works with authors at different stages of the publishing process, from manuscript review and editing to formatting, cover design, illustrations, and navigating publishing platforms.
As a retired educator, Dr. Leverette also shares why she is especially passionate about children's literature, the importance of building a love of reading early in life, and how books can help children develop character, confidence, and a strong sense of identity. She discusses balancing faith-based messages with the realities of publishing for public school audiences and introduces her YouTube channel, Grace and Truth, where she makes God's Word understandable and applicable to everyday life.
In this episode, you'll discover:
The story behind Hadassah’s Crown Publishing and Dr. Leverette’s desire to help other authors reach their publishing goals
How the publishing process works, from manuscript review and editing to design, formatting, and choosing the right publishing options
Why children's books can play an important role in building character, confidence, faith, and a lifelong love of reading
How authors can share biblical values through their writing while considering the needs of different audiences and publishing markets
How Dr. Leverette combines her experience as an educator, publisher, and Bible teacher to encourage others and make God's Word accessible
Key Takeaway:
Publishing is about more than getting a book into print. It is an opportunity to invest in people, share meaningful stories, and make a lasting difference in readers' lives. Dr. Leverette's journey demonstrates the value of reaching back to help others succeed, whether that means guiding an author through the publishing process, helping children discover the joy of reading, or making Scripture easier to understand. Whatever our calling, we can use our gifts and experiences to serve others and bring glory to God.
Key Scriptures:
Whether you're an aspiring author wondering how to publish your manuscript, a parent or educator who wants to encourage children to read, or someone looking for new ways to use your gifts to serve God, this conversation with Dr. Sonia Leverette offers practical insight and encouragement. If this episode encouraged you, please like, share, subscribe, and help us continue spreading positive, encouraging, biblical truth.
To find out more about Dr. Sonia Leverette and Hadassah’s Crown Publishing, check out her website: https://www.hadassahscrownpublishing.com/. You can also visit Expanding Your Faith Ministries at https://expandingyourfaith.org to learn more and to connect with additional resources.
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