Discover the Writers Within Our Church Community
As we continue getting to know the remarkable people who make up our church family, we’re shining a light on a group of talented members who have shared their stories, wisdom and creativity through published books. You may recognize a familiar name on the list of Smoke Rise authors. These books will be on display in the Smoke Rise Library from September through December 2025 and are available to check out for a truly unique reading experience—one where you already know the heart behind the words. Smoke Rise authors include the following:
Bennett, Lorraine Martin (former member) – Cat on a Black Moon and Darla
Crosby, Victoria R. – Close Encounters of the Elvis Kind
Duncan, Steve – Behind the Scenes: Pianos and Performers—What Could Possibly Go Wrong?
Espenshied, Leneé Eidson (daughter of Amelia Eidson) – Contract Drafting: Powerful Prose in Transactional Practice
Fulgham, R. Page – Evil & the Garden of Good
George, Dr. Christopher Eric – Can I Get a Witness? Reclaiming the Baptist Testimony
(Tradition to Enhance Sense of Community in a Church Congregation)
Ginn, David (Husband of Lynne Ginn) – Laughter Legacy
Harris, Colin – Keys for Everyday Theologians
Harris, John (son of Colin Harris; illustrated by Sophie Harris, John’s daughter and Colin’s granddaughter) – Mr. Tuck and the 13 heroes: A True Story
Jones, Mike E. – Hey You Bum! Volumes 1-5 and Mike’s Laws of Life
Jones, Mike E., compiler and editor – One Minute Messages of the Reverend Dr. Chris George
Jowers, Ronnie (former member) – Even a Shepherd and Well, Not Really
Manley, William Clay (uncle of Mark Manley) – Fear Not! Meditations and Prayers for the Persistent Seeker
Mathis, Angela P. (former member) – Although She Was a Hen, They Called Her Edward Glenn
Tarleton, Lynn (cousin of Jan Gary) – Once Upon a Blizzard
Weaver, Samuel Robert (father of Heather Huff) – The Gospel in the Gospel
Wynne, Carolyne Taylor – Through My Eyes: A Lifetime of Memories—Southern Style