The Book is Finished

April 21st, 2010

 

I’ve been rather closed mouthed about my writing project.  I’ve been writing a book for Zondervan and it releases November 1st of this year.  I didn’t want to say anything because up until I hit the 3/4 point in the process I wasn’t sure I was going to complete it.  I can’t tell you how many times I wanted to throw in the towel and give up, quit. 

It was painful reliving certain memories and writing about difficult things in my past, but I also re-lived God’s grace to me.  Hind sight is such a gift and I enjoyed seeing God’s hand, once again, in my life.  The book is titled “What Women Tell Me: finding freedom from the secrets we keep”.  I weave my story throughout the book and intersperse snippets of emails from women I’ve heard from through my years of hosting Midday Connection. 

I can’t tell you how great it feels to be on the other side of this BIG project.  My prayer is that God will use the book to touch women and draw them closer to Him.

Posted by Anita Lustrea  |  

9 Responses to “The Book is Finished”

  1. Peg Faulmann Says: April 21st, 2010 at 1:31 pm

    Wow, Anita! What a title. I can tell you that just recently, two women opened up with me me about past “secrets.” We are working at getting to the bottom of women’s issues…things from the past that we feel shame over…and why we are not totally responsible for those things. We need books like this.

  2. Stephanie Wright Says: April 21st, 2010 at 2:16 pm

    Glad you were able to get through it!! Looking forward to reading it when it comes out!

  3. Vicki Frye Says: April 21st, 2010 at 4:40 pm

    Congratulations Anita! Look forward to learning more about your journey.

  4. darrell a. harris Says: April 21st, 2010 at 5:08 pm

    Well done, Anita! Can hardly wait to see it!
    Many blessings, friend!
    dh

  5. Cliff Cain Says: April 21st, 2010 at 5:39 pm

    Great news, Anita! Just think…I’m going to have a much-loved cousin who is also a published author. How cool is that?

  6. Jannelle Nevels Says: April 21st, 2010 at 6:42 pm

    I am very excited about it and look forward to reading it!! Love you show and have been listening for years! Thanks for your ministry!

  7. Dawn Morgan Says: April 27th, 2010 at 9:09 am

    Congratulations, Anita, on accomplishing your goal for Zondervan! Listening to Midday, it’s a joy for me to hear your heart for God, your love of the truth of our gracious God, and your love for people. I’m excited for you and share in your joy of the book being completed.
    (I met you in the studio back in February and that was awesome! Thanks and God bless!)

  8. Lisa Troyer Says: April 29th, 2010 at 4:19 pm

    That’s incredible news!! - I’m sure it will be very compelling. Thanks for being willing to be transparent. Many will find comfort, healing and encouragement in your journey. Will you be coming to Cleveland to speak about it?? (like next Spring??) Hope so……..not only will you need to be a guest on my show in Cleveland, but also in Columbus & Dayton/Cincy. We’ll get all of Ohio on this!! : ) Blessings - Congrats!!
    Maybe you’d like to join us for some of the Meet Me At The Well dates we’re booking around the country? Let’s chat. : )

  9. Belinda Terry Says: May 15th, 2010 at 2:18 pm

    Hello Anita,
    Congrats on finishing your book…. To God be the Glory! I listen to you on Moody Radio……. You encourage me daily..

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