Dear readers,
I’m writing today with an invitation that is also a moment of vulnerability. I am so excited to be launching two books in 2026, but this is by no means something I can do alone. It really does take a village—in parenting and publishing both, it seems.
That’s where you come in.
In Lent 2026, my Screwtape-inpired book for moms The Bellbind Letters will be released (February 16), followed just a few weeks later by Grow Where You’re Planted (March 17). Both have the potential to deeply impact readers, and I am so excited to share them. We are gathering a small launch team to help them find their way into the the hands of the readers who need them most.
Being on the launch team is simple yet hugely impactful. It means:
Pre-ordering the book(s) via the links above (no charge until the book ships!)
Sharing them with a few friends who might love them
Leaving an honest review once they’re out
Helping create early momentum so bookstores, libraries, and algorithms take notice
There’s no pressure to do everything—just to show up thoughtfully and faithfully.
In return, you receive:
early PDF access to the texts
a free hard copy in the mail when the book launches
a complimentary subscription to Choosing Human during launch months to celebrate and share ideas and enthusiasm in the subscriber-only chat
my undying gratitude and intercessory prayers
If you complete the launch checklist, I’ll be sending a little “thank-you” in the mail as a small sign of my gratitude.
If you’d like to apply to be part of the launch team for:
The Bellbind Letters
Grow Where You’re Planted
or both!
you can do so here:
The team will be in touch in the new year with next steps.
Thank you for being the kind of reader who makes writing possible.
Merry almost Christmas!
Samantha
Congrats on two upcoming books!!