Seldom do pastors and others who teach and preach the Bible have the opportunity to read Biblical history in a work that is both accurate and accessible. Ms. Reeves has produced such a work in her latest book. The reading level is good for interested adults to read to older children and for teens to read for themselves. The introduction of joyful observers called glops give a soothing and happy response to  the narrative. 
- ​Reverend Doctor Ruth Fowler, Retired Pastor, Brownfield, TX

     This book is written in easily understood details of God’s hope for a united Kingdom of Israel following the path of God’s goodness and mercy and how it was divided by man’s evil and selfish ways. It is definitely a “must read” for children or any new believer who desires to learn and better understand the Bible.
- Juanita Sacco, Christian for 57 Years, Amarillo, TX

     The author has written about the period of time when Israel splits into two kingdoms, and then becomes restored, and made it understandable for younger readers. She has included the playful, insightful glops to make the types of comments that enlighten and mimic those of children reading or hearing the stories. Charts  and plenty of illustrations keep one’s interest and add to understanding. This book is quite large and will provide may hours of entertainment and instruction.
- Jeannie F Linzie, Retired Library Associate, Las Vegas, NM

You are the first to know that this book is written and in the final stage of review with my very capable editor and long-time friend from Amherst! Hooray! It seems that I have worked on this book FOREVER! It hasn't really been that long, though.

The previous one, Book 7 about Kings Saul, David, and Solomon, was published in March 2022. Hopefully this one, Book 8, will be ready for publication in April or May. As has been the case with each newer book of the "Glops" series, this book is for a more mature but still youthful audience, and is longer than the previous book. However, it is still "Christian Historical Fiction for Kids and Their Adults."

Maybe between books I can do some sewing. My husband gave me a wonderful sewing machine for Christmas 2021. I love it. It's my first brand new sewing machine, ever! It sews everything from satin and lace to denim and canvas.

This Christmas 2022, Glenn set up a photo shoot for the two of us. Fun! Fun! Fun! Dana Burgin in Borger is a fabulous photographer. See what I mean:

Wonderful ways to celebrate this Christmas are happening now!
I must, absolutely must, tell you about upcoming musical events. 

Tomorrow (Thursday):

This will be a Christmas concert to remember! Our program includes music from around the world in 5 different languages, one of which is a special tribute to our Ukrainian friends. See you at St. Paul's Methodist Church, tomorrow, December 1st, at 7:30pm.
Tickets are still available from AMC members, or you may purchase them at the door.

Amarillo FBC Youth and Children's Choirs have been practicing each week and are excited to share Christmas music with families, church, and community! Their program will be presented at 6:00 pm on Sunday, December 11. Expect lots of kids, lots of energy, lots of singing.                                            It's great! It's free!

Last year, I attended the Christmas In October event at the Amarillo Civic Center.
I was really impressed with the quality of booths there
and the mission of Sharing Home Ministsry.
Admission was only $5. Children 12 and under were free.
This year, I will have a booth of my books for sale.
So get into the holiday spirit early this year
​and mark your calendars for the:

16th annual Christmas in October Gift & Craft show
brought to you by Sharing Hope Ministry
Saturday, October 29th, 10 am - 5 pm
& Sunday, October 30th, 11 am - 4 pm
in the south exhibit hall at the Amarillo Civic Center

Get a jump start on Christmas shopping while supporting Sharing Hope Ministry.
Hosting over 100 vendors and one of the largests bake sales around.
This is a popular family event.
All proceeds from the admission tickets and bake sale allow
Sharing Hope Ministry to provide Life Recovery Bibles and materials
to women who are struggling with addiction, adversity, and crime.

Hearts of Three Kings: The Story of Glops, Book 8 is now an audiobook. When released last week, this audiobook was the #1 New Release in Children’s Christian People and Places! It is available on Amazon and Audible. Go there to listen to the sample and see what you think. It will soon be on iTunes, too. 

More good news:
On Amazon, the paperback is presently on sale for 15% off. 
Take advantage of this short-time offer.
 
While there, be sure to view all my Glops books and music books.

Having completed a working outline for the next book in the Glops series, I began writing on it this week. The title is Kingdom Divided, Exiled, Restored: The Story of Glops, Book 8. 

The paperback and eBook of Hearts of Three Kings were published on April 12. They are available on Amazon. 
https://smile.amazon.com/sk=Betty+M+Reeves&crid=3NZ10WKZOCQOK&sprefix=betty+m+reeves%2Caps%2C107&ref=nb_sb_noss  

Since then, I have worked hard to get the book recorded for ACX. I record myself as the narrator, using my make-shift sound room that is really a bedroom closet. I do the best I can to sound like the different characters, including the glops. I also add some sound effects. I submitted the files to ACX yesterday (July 13). All the files must pass through both ACX and Audible quality assurance checks. Once it passes, ACX will let me know and begin distributing it on Amazon, Audible, and iTunes. The whole process is usually completed within 10 business days, as long as there are no problems with my audio files:
https://smile.amazon.com/s?k=Betty+M+Reeves&crid=3NZ10WKZOCQOK&sprefix=betty+m+reeves%2Caps%2C107&ref=nb_sb_noss  

If the audiobook does not pass the quality assurance checks, ACX will let me know right away with instructions for how to remedy the problems.. 

I'll let you know when ACX give me the thumbs up, 100% approval. In the meantime, go see my Author's page: https://www.amazon.com/~/e/B07C3H59RG 

​Betty

The launch of Hearts of Three Kings: The Story of Glops, Book 8 was a great success. For a week or longer, both the paperback and the eBook were in the Top 100 at Amazon in two separate categories: 1. Children's Christian People and Places Fiction, and  2. Children's Christian Historical Fiction. Hooray!!! Thank you for your support! They may have continued to rate highly, but I went on a fun trip and could not check the rankings. Oh, well. The trip was fun and I was happy to spend some time with daughter, Elayne, and her husband, Don. 

I was asked if I would like to present a program for "Fellowship Through Reading" at First Baptist Church, Amarillo. Of course! Are you kidding? Yes, of course! This is such an honor! On Monday morning, I will have about thirty minutes to talk about the books I have written and continue to write. I anxiously look forward to this wonderful privilege. 

Words can not express how grateful we are for your expressions of love as we continue to mourn the loss of our grandson, Dustin McKinney. He was twenty-one and died on March 22. We received phone calls, messages, texts, notes, cards, flowers, plants, hugs, and saw your attendance at his Celebration of Life. You prayed with us and for us. Everywhere we turned, you were there offering your love. We are truly blessed by you.

​Thank you!​