We are thrilled to add another apprentice to our distinguished list of published authors. Today, Vella Karman released Fantastical Summer, a collection of inspiring, summer-themed short stories. Find it on Amazon here: https://amzn.to/4kOP05R
Vella is a second-year apprentice at The Company. She developed Fantastical Summer as her second-year project. From submissions to production to release, Vella has managed every aspect of the publication.
Vella is originally from Little Rock, Arkansas. She moved to Cambridge, Ohio for the 2-year writing apprenticeship in 2024, and will graduate in August! It’s been an honor to work with her and watch her skills develop.
Learn more about Vella and subscribe to her newsletter at VellaKarman.com.
Prior to arriving, a project like this would have seemed insurmountable. With training, supervision, and the expert support of her mentor, Brad Pauquette, she tackled the project one challenge at a time. The results speak for themselves!
This beautiful and brave anthology leads us to ask hard questions while staying grounded in the truth of the Bible. You’ll want to revisit these thought-provoking stories throughout the year.
Vella has produced an amazing book, and also created an incredible opportunity for the community of Christian authors.
Fantastical Summer includes the work of fifteen Christian authors. Coincidentally, this anthology includes stories from all of our current and graduate apprentices (apprentices’ names bolded below).
“Alone,” by R.J. Catlin
“Leaving Lake June,” by Lucy Grecu
“Summer Miracles,” by K.Ann
“Closed Doors Don’t Open,” by Vella Karman
“Oh Deer,” by Adara King
“Gravitational Issues,” by Vannah Leblanc
“The Beast,” by Noah J. Matthews
“Circus of the Moon,” by Juli Ocean
“Sneakers of Joy,” by Gregory O’Donnell
“The Girl Who Lived Under the Water,” by Brad Pauquette
“Soul Marks,” by Alli Prince
“Beachcombing,” by Sarah Sax
“Goodbye to Yesterday,” by Hannah Stiff
“Turn to Face the Wind,” by Faith Tevy
“Confessions of a Mermaid Outcast,” by Thirzah
Vella developed the book with a mother and teenage daughter in mind. Like any collection of short stories, there’s something for everyone. But this will be an especially fun book to read together.
Fantastical Summer is available from all major retailers. You can find it on Amazon here: https://amzn.to/4kOP05R Or ask for it by name at your favorite bookshop.
Congratulations to Vella. She’s accomplished something really special, and it’s wonderful to see all of her hard work pay off.
Leave Vella a note in the comments to wish her well!
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