For a child, every day is a thing of wonder. And for
six-year-old Lily Lapp, every day is a new opportunity for
blessings, laughter, family, and a touch of mischief. As she
explores her world, goes to school, spends time with her family,
and gets into a bit of trouble with her friends, Lily learns what
it means to be Amish and what it means to grow up. From getting a
new teacher to welcoming a new sibling, Lily's life is always full
of adventure.
The first of four charming novels that chronicle the gentle way of
the Amish through the eyes of a young girl, Life with Lily
gives children ages 8-12 a fascinating glimpse into the life of the
Amish--and lots of fun and laughter along the way. It combines the
real-life stories of growing up Amish from Mary Ann Kinsinger and
the bestselling writing of Amish fiction and nonfiction author
Suzanne Woods Fisher. With charming illustrations throughout, this
series is sure to capture the hearts of readers young and old.
Every day is a new adventure!
On a small Amish farm in upstate New York, young Lily Lapp has
plenty to do and plenty of people to love. But changes are
coming--including a new baby brother, a new teacher at school, and
new ways of looking at the world. Lily's growing up Amish, and
there's always a lot to learn--if only Lily can stay out of
trouble!
Mary Ann Kinsinger was raised Old Order Amish in Somerset
County, Pennsylvania. She met and married her husband, whom she
knew from school days and started a family. After they chose to
leave the Amish church, Mary Ann began a blog, A Joyful
Chaos, as a way to capture her warm memories of her childhood
for her own children. From the start, this blog found a ready
audience and even captured the attention of key media players, such
as the influential blog AmishAmerica and the New York
Times. She lives in Pennsylvania.
Suzanne Woods Fisher is the bestselling author of The
Choice, The Waiting, The Search, The
Keeper, and The Haven, as well as nonfiction books about
the Amish, including Amish Peace. Her interest in the
Anabaptist cultures can be directly traced to her grandfather, W.
D. Benedict, who was raised in the Old Order German Baptist
Brethren Church in Franklin County, Pennsylvania. Suzanne is a
Christy Award nominee and is the host of an internet radio show
called Amish Wisdom. She lives in California.