A GIFT OF HOPE

About the Book

CRESTON, Ohio — Author Janis Lloyd releases "A Gift of Hope", a collection of inspiring and prayerful poetry, rhymes and verses enhanced by her personal photography that bring encouragement to readers while exalting the virtue of faith and the life-changing power of God.

Lloyd is well versed in using her craft to celebrate birthdays and other family festivities, utilizing humor and japery to bring forth boisterous guffaws from everyone. In this book, her literary works exude both humor and inspiration, celebrating the glory of the Lord through verse, song and scriptures. Jesus Christ is the gift from God. People find comfort in knowing that they can turn to him in times of need and he can direct their lives to the right path. In a turbulent time of history, one needs to see a ray of hope and it can be found in him. Lloyd's book will not only inspire readers, it will also strengthen their faith.

"A Gift of Hope" is a slice of life that everyone can relate to, and it is written with compassion, truth, humor and love.

About the Author

Hello, my name is Janis Marie Lloyd; I grew up on the shores of Lake Erie Ohio. It’s there I developed a love for nature and all the wonders of God's beautiful world. Growing up in the 60's and 70's there was plenty of change going on and plenty of life to write about. In those teenage years I began penning my thoughts to paper, whether good, bad, or indifferent I needed to express myself. In high school some poems were performed as one act plays. So thanks to my Thespian teacher for the encouragement! I have written many gifts of encouragement for various friends, family and sometimes complete strangers that the Lord leads me to like with “The Covered Bridge” written for a young married couple of “85” for his birthday. I have written many milestone birthday poems for various family members that we get huge belly laughs from! There's something magical about putting a smile on someone's face or touching their heart with caring and whimsical words. Today I am still writing my thoughts on paper but the biggest difference is I am a Born-Again Christian, a work in progress, growing closer to the Lord every day and knowing I can't make it through the day without Him! I am also a professional song writer writing all genres hoping to spread God's word through- out the world and hopefully attract those who may not know Him. In the future I hope to develop a puppet ministry teaching bible stories through the whimsical faces of puppets.