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Happy Tuesday friends! Last night on IG in a reel I shared a very precious update of something...Before you read anymore here, I would be honored if you would please head on over to watch, comment, and like the less than a minute reel by clicking HERE!
I understand that in the world we live in and the constant reels and pictures it may not seem like a lot, but to me this means so much more than you realize. Every view, like, comment, and share on a reel truly matters more than most people realize. Instagram quietly uses those small signals to decide whether a post should be shown to more people. When you watch, tap the heart, or leave a thoughtful comment, you’re helping the story reach someone else who might need to hear it too. For a small content creator like me, those simple moments of encouragement from this community make a real difference and help Caravan Sonnet continue to grow in the Instagram space. So please take just a quick moment to click HERE to do this!
Thank you.
This announcement is tenderly precious to me and I am so grateful for all of your support!
You can watch a very special reel all about this beautiful announcement HERE!
THANK YOU so much for all of your support, sweet messages, kind words, and encouragement!!
Thank you for rejoicing with me and all of your support of ALL of my books over the last decade!
Thank you so much for all of your support and excitement about this book! I can't wait to share in the days and weeks ahead more about the opportunity cost of the sun and about these special people who changed my life! Again, thank you for all of your love on this reel - click HERE!
Happy Tuesday!
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Happy Thursday friends! I am so honored and humbled to share that after nearly four years, 2023 will be a year of multiple book releases!! This announcement is tenderly precious to me and I am so grateful for all of your support! Similar to my reasons behind December Caravan Shop being placed on hold, my writing took some time away.
THANK YOU so much for all of your support, sweet messages, kind words, and encouragement during these years!! I wrote this in the dedication of Praying through Lyme Disease, but my precious daddy was one of my biggest cheerleaders of my writing (along with my mom and my precious grandmother) and it was painful for a long time to step back into it. These months and years have been so difficult and your understanding of taking time away from publishing the writing that I have been doing during this season and during this time of grief, learning to put one foot in front of another, and transition has been a beautiful blessing.
This time has also given me some space to process where to go with my writing. After nearly 10 years it was time to evaluate and in doing so I fell in love with creating stories and books in a whole new way. I am SO excited to show a new season with writing and share all of the new stories and books that are coming this year and in the years to come! In the next few days I am looking forward to sharing about the new books that are coming this year (and a few special hints for next year!).
Since my first book to be published was a Lyme Disease centered book, it seemed only fitting to share first the new Lyme Disease book releases that are coming in 2023! Each of these books have been things on my heart for years. They are unique in the sense that there are no other books like them around, and my prayer is that these will be encouraging and helpful to Lyme Disease patients and those who love them.
Over each book project that I write, I have prayed the following prayer that one of my former pastors once said:
"I have a handful of prayers that I pray all the time... One is that God will put my books into the right hands at the right times. I've prayed this prayer thousands of times, and God has answered it in dramatic fashion countless times. The right book in the right hands at the right time can save a marriage, overt a mistake, demand a decision, plant a seed, conceive a dream, solve a problem, and prompt a prayer. That is why I write. And that's why, for me, a book sold is not a book sold; a book sold is a prayer answered. I don't know the name and situation of every reader, but God does, and that's all that matters."
//Mark Batterson//
Thank you for rejoicing with me and all of your support of ALL of my books as I embark on this new season!
When Lyme Invades:
Encouragement and Practical Tips for Churches, Family and Friends To Love People Well Through Lyme Disease
Release Date: May 15, 2023
Synopsis:
Lyme Disease is one of the single greatest health crises affecting our world and yet resources for churches, community members, friends and loved ones of Lyme Disease patients do not exist, until now. When Lyme Invades is the first and only Lyme Disease book centered on encouragement and practical tips for those who know someone with Lyme Disease.
"When Lyme Invades" provides an in-depth look at what it feels like to have Lyme Disease and how to practically come alongside and love people walking through this disease. Understanding that support is a critical need of patients, this book will bring awareness, encouragement, and practical tips to help address and meet the unique physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of individuals and families fighting Lyme Disease regardless of the type of treatment patients choose. Additionally, this book will enable readers to learn from countless stories so that the reader will have a well-rounded perspective.
Praying through Lyme Disease: For College Students
Release Date: May 1, 2023
Synopsis:
In a recent Lyme disease conference it was stated that "Lyme disease is the growing epidemic and health crisis of the 21st century". In this growing epidemic there are hundreds of thousands of Lyme warriors that struggle each day just to live, and finish their dream of completing and graduating with a college degree. In the midst of sickness and pain it is hard to sometimes know how to pray. This special edition of "Praying through Lyme Disease" uniquely addresses and encourages the hearts of those being a student of a university they never imagined: "Lyme University". This book gently addresses 31 topics that college students, fighting Lyme Disease face and how to pray through them each day of the month. Each day also includes verses to meditate on and encourage your heart with. In this health crisis, in the midst of college, you are not alone. You are not forgotten. You are truly seen.
Praying through Lyme Disease: For Teens
Release Date: May 1, 2023
Synopsis:
In a recent Lyme disease conference it was stated that "Lyme disease is the growing epidemic and health crisis of the 21st century". In this growing epidemic there are hundreds of thousands of Lyme warriors that struggle each day just to live, and long for a normal teenage life. In the midst of sickness and pain it is hard to sometimes know how to pray or have faith. This special edition of "Praying through Lyme Disease" uniquely addresses and encourages the hearts of those ages 15-18 years old. This book gently addresses 31 topics that teenagers face while fighting Lyme Disease and ideas to pray through (one for each day of the month). Each day also includes verses to meditate on and encourage your heart with. In this health crisis, in the midst of these "dreaming of a different life" years, you are not alone. You are not forgotten. You are truly seen.
Coming July 2023: Praying through Lyme Disease Exciting Announcement! Stay tuned! *smiles*
2024 Lyme Disease Book Releases:
May 1, 2024: Praying through Lyme Disease: For Kids
May 15, 2024: When Girl Met Lyme (Rebecca's Story)
Thank you so much for all of your support and excitement about these Lyme Disease books! I can't wait to share in the days and weeks ahead more books that will be releasing in 2023 and 2024!! If you are looking for any of my books you can find them all HERE!
Happy Friday friends! I hope that you are having a wonderful day! Today I wanted to share I am so excited to share that my E-book, "12 Things to Do: For Yourself, A Loved One, The Spouse, The Parents, The Children & The Caretakers Dealing with Chronic Health Conditions During the Holiday Season" Ebook Release! has hit an important milestone in "categories" on Amazon! Thank you SO much for your continued support of this little book!
If you are practically looking for a way to bless people in this holiday season that you love that are dealing with Chronic health conditions, I hope that you will check it out! It is chocked full of practical advice from someone who has been there in a variety of ways! You can find the book HERE! And the best part? It is LESS than $3!
This book is written for those with a heart and desire to practically meet someone struggling through the confusing and difficult road of a chronic health condition this holiday season. Often those who long to walk the journey of a chronic health condition with their loved ones ask from a sincere place, "How can I really help this holiday?" but feel at a loss of where to start. This book is filled with unique and one-of-a-kind ideas for this holiday season that will be a wonderful "jumping off point" for you to be reaching out to those whom you love that struggle with chronic health issues and their loved ones.
This is the second book in the "Chronic Grace Series"; the first released in April 2018 entitled, "12 Things to Pray" which you can find HERE. You can purchase "12 Things to Do: For Yourself, A Loved One, The Spouse, The Parents, The Children and The Caretakers Dealing with Chronic Health Conditions During the Holiday Season" on Amazon by clicking HERE!
This book is written for those with a heart and desire to practically meet someone struggling through the confusing and difficult road of a chronic health condition this holiday season. Often those who long to walk the journey of a chronic health condition with their loved ones ask from a sincere place, "How can I really help this holiday?" but feel at a loss of where to start. This book is filled with unique and one-of-a-kind ideas for this holiday season that will be a wonderful "jumping off point" for you to be reaching out to those whom you love that struggle with chronic health issues and their loved ones.
This is the second book in the "Chronic Grace Series"; the first released in April 2018 entitled, "12 Things to Pray" which you can find HERE. You can purchase "12 Things to Do: For Yourself, A Loved One, The Spouse, The Parents, The Children and The Caretakers Dealing with Chronic Health Conditions During the Holiday Season" on Amazon by clicking HERE!
Thank you so much as always for your sweet and continued support of all of my writing friends. You are a gift!
PS- Can I ask a HUGE favor? Would you mind leaving a quick review on any of my books that you have read? Reviews for independent authors are SO helpful and it would mean so much to me! Thank you so much!! (You can find ALL of my books by clicking HERE!)
It is with great and humble joy that I can now officially share that the final agreements and contracts were signed for #prayingthroughlymedisease to be translated into German!! (Watch a fun and exciting instagram reel about the announcement HERE!)
7 years ago, when the 1st edition of Praying through Lyme Disease was released in 2014 I remember laying in my bed, stunned that my first book was actually in print. I was so sick & bedridden that it seemed unreal. Praying through Lyme Disease the 1st edition will always have a truly special place in my heart... it was my very first book & the timing of it was unique and special. I had just been told by a major & well known medical clinic that there was no hope for my case. I felt that I had already traveled a long & winding journey with this disease but in reality I was just at the beginning stages of this journey.
Oh, I thought I had experienced the worst days of this journey (there were horrific ones that I would like to never repeat again), but I was to find that there were still more difficult & more painful days to come than I could have ever imagined.
But, 7 years later, as my health has returned & this little book continues to make its way around the world (this edition will join translations of Italian, Polish, Spanish, and Arabic)I have tears as my prayers continue to remain it will encourage those in their own dark & painful days.
As I think back to being completely bedridden & having this book go into print 7 years ago I never would have imagined that it would end up where it has. I am truly overwhelmed that there are more & more copies circulating each year as it travels around the globe.
I'm praying for you dear #lymedisease warriors & I trust that you will be praying for me as well as we continue to fight the good fight & walk the journey before us. This journey is difficult, hard, messy, & extremely painful, and yet, can be full of hope as we experience the tender mercy of a faithful God who is walking every step with us. May you experience & know His love in new ways throughout this Lyme Disease journey.
Welcome to the #prayingthroughlyme family German version!!
Y'all I am so humbled and excited to share some beautiful new reviews of "Praying through Lyme Disease" this month! These lovely "5 star reviews" have touched my heart so much and been such a blessing to many Lymies already! I was so touched, humbled, and overwhelmed by the kind words that the reviewers left:
"As I read this timely book, it became very apparent that the author knew every step of the journey I am taking. Every topic is on point and every scripture and prayer is thoughtfully and gracefully worded. This book ministers to me on my good days when I feel I am making headway in my fight against chronic illness and is my encouragement on my bad days when I feel I will never regain my footing. It is a wonderful companion to my devotional and my Bible. This is the exact resource I needed when I felt I had no words. Rebecca VanDeMark knows what you are wanting to say and has wonderfully linked a beautiful scripture with a heartfelt prayer. I well be reading and re-reading this for many seasons!"
and another beautiful review...
"As the only prayer support book for Lyme disease, the author who had Lyme disease herself, walks you through all the possible feelings you likely will have with this devastating illness. The books identified quotes in the Bible to help guide you through this disease and to remind you that God has not given up on you and loves you dearly. It is the reflection of an honest and difficult discussion with God that gives you continued hope during your journey. Many believe that emotional and spiritual healing is just as important as physical treatment with Lyme disease and this workbook helps you think through that process. You won’t regret your purchase!"
and another beautiful review...
"This book is just wonderful for someone who has been diagnosed with Lyme. Rebecca hits all the major, heart-wrenching topics that grieve someone suffering with Lyme. She shares short, scripture-filled prayers that are easy enough to get through for those of us who have terrible brain fog and can’t always comprehend long passages. Thank you for this treasure of a book, Rebecca! It has brought me much comfort!"
and another beautiful review...
"For so long I was thinking a book like this needs to be written. There isn’t much out there for chronic illness in general but to have a lyme Christian book is wonderful! I saw it comes in large print also which is awesome because my husband is visually impaired and not many books offer large print. This author has really focused on others needs and relating to them in a biblical and helpful way. I’d definitely recommend this to anyone fighting the lyme battle."
These words from these reviews have meant so very much to my little heart because these are exactly the things that I hope people will find in this little book! THANK YOU so much to all of you that have purchased the book, have sent me encouraging emails, and have passed this book on to others fighting Lyme Disease and most of all left reviews.
It may sound strange to hear that last sentence when I express how grateful I am for the reviews.It has been a MAJOR learning curve for me to understand as an author that despite the fact that Praying through Lyme Disease has more than 25000 copies in print (across a number of languages around the world) reviews are something that Amazon takes into consideration in their algorithms and displays.
Because of the low number of reviews to the book, Amazon won't show this book if people are doing simple searches on the topic of Lyme Disease and I would love to change that to help bring hope and encouragement to this very dark area. So far all of the marketing and learning of the book has been more by word of mouth, but I am praying for the Lord to increase this spread of word on Amazon this year.
If you have read the book would you mind writing a review? As I shared above this type of thing helps spread the word to others! It doesn't even have to be long- simple is fine- it is the review that matters! Thank you so much!!
If you are looking to purchase the book you can buy it where books are sold and find it on Amazon HERE!
Thank you again! Happy Saturday Friends!
Y'all I am so humbled and excited to share that this week I received a beautiful new review for my book, "Praying through Lyme Disease" and guess what? It was a "5 star review"! I was so touched, humbled, and overwhelmed by the kind words that the reviewer left:
"Rebecca has captured scripture pertinent to the struggles of Lyme so perfectly. When you are feeling all of the different ups and downs of the ongoing symptoms of Lyme and don't know where to start, her book points you in the direction to go by listing specific scripture references and prays to use. There is a note section contained with each need so you can journal your own pray and notes on that challenge. Very well written and such a help when we search for words to say and can't find them! A blessing indeed!"
These words meant so very much to my little heart because her words truly match what I hope people will find in this little book! THANK YOU so much to ALL of you that have purchased the book, have sent me encouraging emails, and have passed this book on to others fighting Lyme Disease and most of all left reviews.
It may sound strange to hear that last sentence when I express how grateful I am for the reviews.It has been a MAJOR learning curve for me to understand as an author that despite the fact that Praying through Lyme Disease has more than 25000 copies in print (across a number of languages around the world) reviews are something that Amazon takes into consideration in their algorithms and displays.
Because of the low number of reviews to the book, Amazon won't show this book if people are doing simple searches on the topic of Lyme Disease and I would love to change that to help bring hope and encouragement to this very dark area. So far ALL of the marketing and learning of the book has been more by word of mouth, but I am praying for the Lord to increase this spread of word on Amazon this year.
If you have read the book would you mind writing a review? As I shared above this type of thing helps spread the word to others! It doesn't even have to be long- simple is fine- it is the review that matters! Thank you so much!!
If you are looking to purchase the book you can buy it where books are sold and find it on Amazon HERE. And don't forget that for the month of May the Kindle version is LESS THAN A DOLLAR! Find it HERE!
Thank you again! Happy Saturday Friends!
I know I say this all of the time but I am always so amazed and humbled by every single person who orders and read one of my books... and this past week it has an incredible honor to send several boxes of books out to various Lyme support groups across the country for these spring months and books to some different countries than I ever have before!
The main way that news about this little book (and all of my Lyme books!) has spread has been by so many of you who have thoughtfully and kindly shared it with your friends, loved ones, doctors offices, libraries, strangers, etc. The stories I hear about how you have shared my book truly are ones that I have kept and will be treasured for my life.
Another way that the knowledge of this book has been spread is through reviews. Honestly, the one thing that is a huge help to any writer are reviews, but it is hard as an author to ask people. We know that life is busy and we are asking people to take precious time (especially those who are sick!) to write and leave a review. But the time and thoughtfulness in doing this truly can change someone's life as they consider purchasing a book that they may not have before because they hear first hand from another Lyme patient that this was encouraging in this difficult and emotional journey. It doesn't have to be long- even a very short review is incredibly helpful! One of the recent reviews that touched my heart was from February and read:
February 7, 2019
Praying Through Lyme Disease is a perfect book for anyone struggling with Lyme disease or with a chronic illness. Each devotional is uplifting and reflects the real experience of Lyme. In addition, there is plenty of room for you to add your own thoughts, notes, or prayers on the added lined pages—this is one of my favorite features. The book is organized so that you can either read straight through, or read based on a struggle you may be experiencing, such receiving a diagnosis, loneliness, or dealing with financial stress. Ultimately, this book is a great comfort for a person devastated by Lyme disease. I would also recommend it for the family and friends of those who’ve been diagnosed with Lyme. Great book!
I have had several people contact me and share that by reading that review they were encouraged to by the book- including a family member! So thank you to each of you who have taken that time to read and write a review! It is TRULY a blessing!
If you haven't read Praying through Lyme Disease or a different one of my Lyme books and would be interested in receiving a copy in exchange for an honest review please feel free to leave a comment or send me an email and I will send you more details!
Thank you so much for all of your continued support of ALL of my writing and books and of Praying Through Lyme Disease!
Rebecca's Lyme Disease Books:
Thank you so much for all of your continued support of ALL of my writing and books and of Praying Through Lyme Disease!
Rebecca's Lyme Disease Books:
*Praying through Lyme Disease has also been translated into Polish, French, German, Arabic, along with several other translations. If you would like more information on these resources until they become available for purchase on Amazon, please let me know by emailing me at: caravansonnet@gmail.com. Thank you for your interest!*
I am always so amazed and humbled by every single person who orders and read one of my books... and this past week it has an incredible honor to send several boxes of books out to various Lyme support groups across the country for these winter months.
If you haven't read this or a different one of my Lyme books and would be interested in receiving a copy in exchange for an honest review please feel free to leave a comment or send me an email and I will send you more details!
Thank you so much for all of your continued support of ALL of my writing and books and of Praying Through Lyme Disease!
If you haven't read this or a different one of my Lyme books and would be interested in receiving a copy in exchange for an honest review please feel free to leave a comment or send me an email and I will send you more details!
Thank you so much for all of your continued support of ALL of my writing and books and of Praying Through Lyme Disease!
Rebecca's Lyme Disease Books:
Rebecca's Lyme Disease Books (Other Language Translations):
*Praying through Lyme Disease has also been translated into Polish, French, German, Arabic, along with several other translations. If you would like more information on these resources until they become available for purchase on Amazon, please let me know by emailing me at: caravansonnet@gmail.com. Thank you for your interest!*
Happy Tuesday friends! Today I am so excited to share that When Light Dawns (the Advent and Christmas Devotional for Lyme patients) is on a special sale rate of $5.99 for the paperback version (HERE) and $.99 for the Kindle Version (HERE!) this Christmas Season! One of the things that I wanted to do this month was to make the book the cheapest possible so that anyone could have access to it.
As this Christmas season approaches, I am well aware that it can be a very difficult and painful season to face while fighting a serious illness like Lyme Disease. "When Light Dawns" is the first and only Lyme patient specific book for the Advent and Christmas season. The book features daily reflections that will inspire and give hope to Lyme Warriors. Containing a daily reflection & song for each day of the Christmas holiday (from the last week of November through the first week of January), "When Light Dawns" can be used as a simple encouragement to the weary heart or as a guided devotional study. However it is used, "When Light Dawns" will provide encouragement and give new meaning to the popular phrase, "holiday preparations" this season.
If you know a local library, doctors office, or religious community center that would be interested in me donating a copy of this Christmas devotional to them- would you please send me an email or leave a comment? This book is in several libraries around the world, but I would love to get it into more.
I have one request: if you have read When Light Dawns- would you consider leaving a review for others to know more about this book? It doesn't have to be long, but ANY reviews that help potential future readers learn more about this book would be such an incredible blessing! Reviews are truly a huge thing for authors and your time is truly appreciated! Thank you! (You can leave a review HERE!)
If are not a Lyme patient, but know a Lymie this would be a great gift to give them! If you don't know a Lymie and would still like to help I have a list of Lyme patients who want to purchase this book but due to treatment costs can't afford to do so. If you would like to bless them anonymously please contact me or leave a comment and I will message instructions!! Thank you for your support of not only my books but of Lyme patients around the world!
Again you can find the paperback version of When Light Dawns (HERE) and the Kindle Version (HERE!)
Thank you again friends! I hope that you have a lovely Tuesday!
"12 Things to Do: For Yourself, A Loved One, The Spouse, The Parents, The Children & The Caretakers Dealing with Chronic Health Conditions During the Holiday Season" Ebook Release!
November 17, 2018
This book is written for those with a heart and desire to practically meet someone struggling through the confusing and difficult road of a chronic health condition this holiday season. Often those who long to walk the journey of a chronic health condition with their loved ones ask from a sincere place, "How can I really help this holiday?" but feel at a loss of where to start. This book is filled with unique and one-of-a-kind ideas for this holiday season that will be a wonderful "jumping off point" for you to be reaching out to those whom you love that struggle with chronic health issues and their loved ones.
This is the second book in the "Chronic Grace Series"; the first released in April entitled, "12 Things to Pray" which you can find HERE. You can purchase "12 Things to Do: For Yourself, A Loved One, The Spouse, The Parents, The Children and The Caretakers Dealing with Chronic Health Conditions During the Holiday Season" on Amazon by clicking HERE!
Thank you so much as always for your sweet and continued support of all of my writing friends. You are a gift!
"12 Things to Do: For Yourself, a Loved One, a Spouse, The Parents, The Children & The Caretakers Dealing with Chronic Health Conditions During the Holiday Season" E-Book
October 28, 2018
This book is the 2nd book in the Chronic Grace E-Book Series (the first, 12 Things to Pray, released this past Spring) and is for those a heart and desire to practically meet those struggling through the confusing and difficult road of a chronic health condition. Often people want to do something, but feel at a loss, especially during the holiday season. While this book doesn’t address every idea of what to do and is not a "formula", it is a good "jumping off point" for those wanting to do things for themselves or those whom you love that struggle with chronic health issues & their loved ones this season.
"12 Things to Do: For Yourself, a Loved One, a Spouse, The Parents, The Children & The Caretakers Dealing with Chronic Health Conditions During the Holiday Season" will be available for purchase on Amazon on Sunday the 18th!
I am truly so overwhelmed & humbled by the beautiful support & reviews that this book receives. It is hard to believe that there are more than 10,000 copies of this book in print (in both the English and other translations). It truly overwhelms my heart. Thank you so much for all of your sweet and continued support of my writing!
You can purchase "When Hope Restores" on Amazon by clicking HERE!
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