Masthof Pages — Before The Pages
The Art of Servant Leadership with David Ocheltree
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From a 26-year career in the U.S. Navy to leading civilian human resources teams, author David Ocheltree shares the story behind his award-nominated book, The Art of Leadership. Discover how obscure historical stories, biblical wisdom, and military service come together to create a practical weekly roadmap for servant leadership.
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Authentic Faith and Everyday Grace with Author Joanne Lehman
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Former journalist and MFA instructor Joanne Lehman shares the inspiration behind her Benville Community Series with Masthof Press. Discover how her real-world background in community mental health, her use of sensitivity readers, and her commitment to authentic Anabaptist faith reshape Amish-themed women's fiction.
The Patient Craft of Romaine Stauffer
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From a 9-year-old’s story in Words of Cheer to writing 16 historical books, author Romaine Stauffer shares how a 20-year delay and a attempt to 'prove she couldn't write' led to her beloved family narrative, Annie's Day of Light. Discover her journey of faith, research, and patient storytelling.
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- Tags: Anabaptist History, Author Story, Before The Pages, Genealogy Research, Local Heritage
The Irreverent Ink of Patrick Reynolds
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From the grueling halls of the Pratt Institute to syndicated newsrooms across the country, graphic historian Patrick Reynolds has spent decades turning local archives into captivating comic art. Discover the story behind his famous Pennsylvania Profiles volumes, his literary influences, and his cheeky take on bringing history to life.
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The Journey of Vision and Faith of Author J. Ross Baughman
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From covering global conflict for LIFE magazine to tracing his own 17th-century Anabaptist ancestry, Pulitzer Prize-winning photojournalist Ross Baughman shares the story behind his landmark book, Lessons From the Mirror. Discover how rare Dutch Golden Age etchings, visual storytelling, and personal heritage come together in this moving historical feature.
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- Tags: Anabaptist History, Author Story, Before The Pages, Genealogy Research, Photojournalism