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The Willow Still Sings

Coming April 2026

Will polio steal what Florence has worked so hard to build? Or will she learn that some things can’t be taken away? Forence, a 1950s Michigan housewife, has the family she’s always dreamed of—her husband, Howard, and their two children. When their daughter, Jane, contracts polio, Howard grows distant and moody. Driven by misplaced guilt... more

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Meet Sarah Schwerin

Life can beat us up and leave us feeling defeated. Yet, hope and healing are possible. Through truth-infused fiction, devotions, and biblically sound teaching, Sarah invites you to come alongside her as we navigate this perilous journey of life together.

Sarah Schwerin, an author, speaker, and survivor of abuse, offers a powerful message of hope and healing. With a background in teaching, tutoring, and homeschooling her two sons, Sarah is always on the lookout for a new lesson to be learned, a new setting to discover, or a new character to write about. To receive a free monthly devotional, news, and updates, consider subscribing to her newsletter. Stay tuned for information about her new historical novel to be released in April 2026 with Abundance Books. 

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