Children's Books
- “Why I Love You, God“—Concordia Publishing House—January 2002—Jane Wilke and Dawn Weinstock, Editors
- “Sister For Sale“—Zonderkidz Publishing House—March 2002—Barbara Scott, Editor
- “United We Stand: Real Kid Heroes” Walstan Publishing—August 2002—Sandra S. Wellborn, Editor and Publisher
- “Conversations On The Ark“—Ideals Children’s Books—February 2003—Patricia Pingry, Editor
- “The Sparrow’s Easter Song“—Ideals Children’s Books—January 2004—Pat Pingry, Editor.
- “My Funny Valentine“—Ideals Children’s Books—June 2004—Pat Pingry, Editor.
- “No Boys Allowed!” (co-written with Kristi Holl and Jennifer Vogtlin)—Zonderkidz—2004—Robin Crouch, Editor
- “Little Colt’s Palm Sunday“—Ideals Children’s Books—January 2005—Pat Pingry, Editor
- “Brandi Chastain: Not Just One of the Boys Biography“—Mitchell Lane—April 2005—Barbara Mitchell, Publisher
- “Memories of the Manger“—Ideals Children’s Books—July 2005—Patricia Pingry, Editor
- “Ha! Ha! Halloween“—Ideals Children’s Books—Summer 2005—Pat Pingry, Editor
- “The Life & Times of Cleopatra: Biography from The Ancient Civilizations Series“—Mitchell Lane—June 2005—Barbara Mitchell, Publisher
- “Jamie Lynn Spears: A Robbie Readers’ Biography“—Mitchell Lane—July 2005—Barbara Mitchell, Publisher
- “Why I Praise You, God“—Concordia Publishing—January 2006—Peggy Kuethe, Editorial Director
- “Why I Thank You, God“—Concordia Publishing—January 2006—Peggy Kuethe, Editorial Director
- “What Is Easter?“—Ideals Children’s Books—January 2006—Pat Pingry, Editor
- “Why I Trust You, God“—Concordia Publishing—January 2006—Peggy Kuethe, Editorial Director
- “Tim McGraw: A Blue Banner Biography“—Mitchell Lane—April 2006—Barbara Mitchell, Publisher
- “Kenny Chesney: A Blue Banner Biography“—Mitchell Lane—April 2006—Barbara Mitchell, Publisher
- “What Is Christmas?“—Ideals Children’s Books—July 2006—Pat Pingry, Editor
- “Jessica Simpson: A Blue Banner Biography“—Mitchell Lane Publishers—Summer 2007—Barbara Mitchell, Publisher
- “What Is Halloween?“—CandyCane Press/Ideals Children’s Books—September 2007—Peggy Schaefer, Editor
- “I Will Not Be Afraid“—Concordia Publishing House—January 2008—Peggy Kuethe, Editor
- “Bible Story Color’n’Learn“—Carson-Dellosa Publishing Company, Inc.—June 2009—Ginny Swinson, Editor
- “What Is Thanksgiving?“—CandyCane Press/Ideals Children’s Books—July 2009—Peggy Schaefer, Editor
- “Counting Cows“—CandyCane Press/Ideals Children’s Books—Spring 2010—Peggy Schaefer, Editor
- “The Shepherds Shook in Their Shoes“—Concordia Publishing House—Fall 2010—Peggy Kuethe, Editorial Director
- “Hooray for Easter!“—CandyCane Press/Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc.—Spring 2010—Peggy Schaefer, Editor
- “How to Convince Your Parents You Can Care for a Puppy“—Mitchell Lane Publishers—2010—Barbara Mitchell, Publisher
- “How Much Does God Love You?“—CandyCane Press—September 2010—Melinda Rumbaugh, Editor
- “One Boy. One Stone. One God“—Concordia Publishing House (An Arch Book)—July 2011—Peggy Kuethe, Editor
- “Cliff Lee: A Blue Banner Biography“—Mitchell Lane Publishers—Summer 2011—Barbara Mitchell, Publisher
- “Happy Birthday, Jesus!“—CandyCane Press—September 2011—Melinda Rumbaugh, Editor
- “Katy Perry: A Blue Banner Biography“—Mitchell Lane Publishers—Summer 2011—Barbara Mitchell, Publisher
- “My Big Book of Prayers“—CandyCane Press—October 2011—Peggy Schaefer, Editor
- “God Keeps You Safe“—CandyCane Press—March 2013—Peggy Schaefer, Editor
- “God Loves You“—CandyCane Press—March 2013—Peggy Schaefer, Editor
- “God Knows You“—CandyCane Press—September 2013—Peggy Schaefer, Editor
- “God is Always With You“—CandyCane Press—March 2014—Peggy Schaefer, Editor
- “The Story of Jesus Activity Book“—Ideals Children’s Books—February 2014—Peggy Schaefer, Editor
- “The Story of Noah Activity Book“—Ideals Children’s Books—February 2014—Peggy Schaefer, Editor
- “Samson: Strong and Faithful“—Concordia Publishing House (An Arch Book)—January 2015–Peggy Kuethe, Editor
- “Zumba Fitness“—Mitchell Lane Publishers—Summer 2014—Barbara Mitchell, Publisher
- “Trunk or Treat!“—Ideals Children’s Books—August 2015—Peggy Schaefer, Editor
- “Get Your Spirit On: Devotions for Cheerleaders“—Lighthouse of the Carolinas—March 2018
- “The Little Angel Gets a Big Job“—Elk Lake Publishing, Inc—June 2017
- “I Love You the Mostest“—Elk Lake Publishing, Inc—July 2017
- “My First Day of School“—Worthy/Ideals—July 2017
- “I Will Not Be Afraid“—Concordia Publishing—November 2017
- “Get Your Spirit On! Devotions for Cheerleaders“—SonRise Devotionals—March 2018
- “Dinosaur Devotions: 75 Dino Discoveries, Bible Truths, Fun Facts, and More!“—Thomas Nelson—October 2018
- “C is for Christmas“—Little Lamb Books—November 2018
- “What is America?“—WorthyKids—April 2019
- “What is Halloween?“—WorthyKids—August 2019
- “Cuddle-Up Prayers“—WorthyKids—January 2020
- “I Love You…Bigger Than the Sky“—WorthyKids—April 2020
- “Puppy Dog Devotions” (With Wendy Hinote Lanier)—New Hope Kidz—May 2021
- “I Love You to the Sun and Beyond” (With Cecil Stokes)—Sky Pony—July 2021
- “Dachshund Through the Snow“—End Game Press—October 2021
- “Fly High“—End Game Press—March 2022
- “Our God is Bigger Than That“—End Game Press—July 2022
- “Fly High: Understanding Grief with God’s Help“—End Game Press—October 2022
Books for Adults
- “Little Lessons from a Big God“—Lion’s Head Publishing—October 2001
- “Living the Love Chapter“—Lion’s Head Publishing—November 2001—John Peterson, Publisher
- “Daily Wisdom for Mothers“—Barbour Publishing—April 2004—Paul Muckley, VP.
- “Daily Wisdom for Working Women“—Barbour—October 2004—Paul Muckley, VP
- “Start Making Money Now!: How to supercharge your writing career” 5-CD Series—January 2005
- “Little Blessings From A Big God: Finding More of God Through the Lives of Your Children“—White Stone Books—May 2005—Debbie C. Justus, VP Marketing and Product Development
- “Secrets of Beauty: a 60-day Devotional“—Barbour—November 2005—Paul Muckley, VP
- “Divine Stories of the Yahweh Sisterhood“—Legacy Publishing International—January 2006—Michele Leonard, Publisher
- “Secrets of Happiness: a 60-Day Devotional“—Barbour—May 2006—Paul Muckley, VP
- “Daily Encouragement For Women Planner”—Barbour Publishing—September 2007
- “Secrets of Happiness: Inspiring Thoughts for a More Joyful You“—Barbour Publishing—July 2011
- “Wonderfully Made: Devotional Thoughts on Becoming a Beautiful Woman of God” (co-wrtten with Ramona Richards and Katherine Anne Douglas)—Barbour Books—December 2012
- “31 Days With God For Mothers” Barbour Publishing—Spring 2008 and March 2013—Paul Muckley, Publisher
- “Encouraging Words for Mothers—Daily Devotions to Lift a Mom’s Soul“—Barbour Publishing—September 2013—Paul Muckley, Publisher/Senior Editor
- “When Chocolate Isn’t Enough: An Inspirational Survival Guide for Moms“—Worthy Publishing—March 2015—Pamela Clements, VP
- “Love & Care for the One and Only You!“—Worthy Publishing—December 2015—Pamela Clements, VP
- “Fabulous & Focused: 365 Daily Devotions for Women Who Work“(co-written with Gena Maselli)—Worthy Inspired—August 2018
- “They Call Me Mom: 52 Encouraging Devotions for Every Moment” (co-written with Bethany Jett)—Kregel Academic & Professional—November 2019
- “Platinum Faith: Live Brilliant, Be Resilient, & Know Your Worth” (co-written with Bethany Jett)—Abingdon Press—October 2019
- “Writing & Selling Children’s Book in the Christian Market—from Board Books to YA” (co-written with Cyle Young)—New Hope Publishing—November 2020
- “Encouraging Words for Mothers“—Barbour Publishing—March 2021
- “Heart of a Hoosier” (co-written with Del Duduit)—Quarry Books (IU Press)—July 2021
- “Springtime for Your Spirit” (co-written with Andy Clapp)—Good Books—February 2022
- “Devotions for Becoming a Beautiful Woman of God” (co-written with Katherine Ann Douglas and Ramona Richards)—Barbour Books—April 2022
Books I've Contributed To
- “A Lady’s Day Out in the Texas Hill Country” (travel book)—Summer 2002—Jennifer Ramsey Hutto, Editor (See also other books in this series.)
- “Young Believer Case Files“—Tyndale Kids—Fall 2003—Carol and Gary Wilde, Editors
- “The Godly Business Woman’s Cooking & Entertainment Guide“—AMG—June 2004—Dan Penwell, Editor
- “Daily Grace for Teens“—David C. Cook—March 2005
- “Whispering in God’s Ear: True Stories Inspiring Childlike Faith“—Waterbrook—August 2005
- “31 Days with God for Mothers: Encouraging Devotions, Prayers, and Quotations“—Barbour Books—March 2008, 2014, and 2017
- “Heavenly Humor for the Woman’s Soul“—Barbour Publishing—June 2008—Paul Muckley, Publisher
- “365 Days of Heavenly Humor for Women” (Spiral-bound perpetual calendar)—DayMaker—July 2010
- “Shared Blessings: Inspiration for a Woman’s Heart“—Barbour Publishing—August 2010
- “Shared Blessings Devotional Journal“—Barbour Books—October 2011
- “365 Days of Encouragement for the Workplace” (Spiral-bound perpetual calendar)—DayMaker—November 2010
- “Heartwarming Thoughts for Moms“—Barbour Publishing—November 2010—Paul Muckley, Publisher
- “Little Whispers of Blessings for Moms“—Barbour Publishing—March 2011
- “Shared Friendship: Inspiration for a Woman’s Heart“—Barbour Books—August 2011
- “Heavenly Humor for the Teacher’s Soul“—Barbour Publishing—October 2011—Kelly Williams, Editor
- “Heavenly Humor for the Dieter’s Soul: 75 Low-Cal Inspirational Readings“—Barbour Publishing—October 2011—Kelly Williams, Editor
- “Whispers of Wisdom for Women: More than 100 Gentle, Encouraging Meditations“—Barbour Books—January 2012
- “Shared Encouragement: Inspiration for a Woman’s Heart“—Barbour Publishing—February 2012
- “Latte for Life: Inspiration for Women“—DayMaker—July 2012
- “God Hearts Me: Daily Devotions for a Girl’s Heart“—Barbour Publishing—November 2013—Kelly McIntosh, Editor
- “Encouragement and Hope for a Woman’s Heart: A Devotional“—Barbour Books—October 2014
- “Daily Wisdom for Women (2016)” —Barbour Publishing—October 1, 2015—Kelly Williams, Editor
- “Writing Right to Success“—Lighthouse Publishing of the Carolinas—April 2016
- “Daily Wisdom for Mothers: A 365-Day Devotional“—Barbour Publishing—March 2017
- “Just Breathe: A 365 Devotional Journal “—Ellie Claire Gifts—July 2017
- “So God Made a Dog: 90 Devotions for Dog People“—Worthy Inspired—August 2017
- “Let the Earth Rejoice: 365 Devotions for Celebrating God’s Creation“—Worthy Inspired—October 2017
- “Words to Cheer Your Heart: A Devotional“—Ellie Claire Gifts—March 2018
- “Breathe: Devotions to Quiet the Soul“—Ellie Claire Gifts—October 2019
- “All God’s Creatures“—Little Lamb Books—September 2021
- “Devotions for Becoming a Beautiful Woman of God“—Barbour Books—April 2022
A Sampling of Published Articles by Michelle
- “Get Ready for a Toadstrangler!” (Todd Starnes)
- “Blond Faith” (Guideposts)
- “Look for the Rainbow!” (Guideposts)
- “Closing Out a Month of Gratitude” (Guideposts)
- “Five Ways Single Parents Can Balance Work and Home Life” (South Caroline Baptist Convention)
- “Children’s Writing 101: Five Common Misconceptions” (The Write Conversation)
- “You’re Almost There” (One Christian Voice)
- “Make Studying a Lifestyle, Live to Learn“ (One Christian Voice)
- “Know Your Audience” (Nonfiction Ninjas)
Published in the Following Publications
The Bedford Times-Mail
The Bloomington Herald-Times
The Fort Worth Star-Telegram
Writer’s Digest Magazine
Brio
No-Debt Living
Live Magazine
Collectors News The Antique Reporter
Bowling Magazine
Grit
Light & Life
Family Talk
The Dollar Stretcher
The Standard
Christian Woman
Christian Reader
Godly Business Woman
Design Times
Clubhouse Magazine
Journey
The Believer’s Voice of Victory
Lawrence County Monthly
Bedford Monthly
Hoosier Sportsman
Today’s Christian Woman
Joyful Woman
Lydia
Woman’s Touch
Pentecostal Evangel
Voice of the Covenant
Energy for Women
Partnership in Learning
Mature Living
Christian Health
HomeLife
Pool & Spa Living
Christian Single
Wee Ones
Signs of the Times
Presbyterian Today
American Language Review
Guideposts for Kids
Sage Advice
…and many more!