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Listen & Learn

The Holy Ghost is like a book.

A book uses words and pictures to teach. When you ask for help, the Holy Ghost helps you remember what to say and do. . .

The Holy Ghost is Like a Blanket by Annalisa Hall, illustrated by Corey Egbert

I like to take a book to the beach with me. Sometimes I read the book, sometimes I just listen to the world around me. The ocean waves, the seagulls, people walking, cars behind me. . . and the world is noisy and quiet all at the same time. When I focus on one thing, I ignore other things, but what I read, I learn. When I listen, I find that I’m either hunting for something or nothing. Therefore, I was thinking about how we learn from reading books and listening to the world around us. Just a few thoughts – – I wish you a very happy day!

Feel Love

Today 12 June 2018 Cedar Fort, Inc. released the newest edition of THE HOLY GHOST IS LIKE A BLANKET with updated illustrations by Corey Egbert.

Get your copy of Annalisa Hall’s THE HOLY GHOST IS LIKE A BLANKET (Boy Version) here

I love when siblings grow up and follow in the footsteps of their older sister. This younger brother has his own little story of how the Holy Spirit is special to him.

Your children don’t see the Holy Ghost, but that doesn’t mean they can’t feel His presence. With heart-warming illustrations, The Holy Ghost Is Like a Blanket depicts characteristics of the Holy Ghost by comparing them to objects children remember and relate to. These meaningful analogies will help your little ones recognize the Holy Ghost as a real influence in their lives.

If you’d be interested in reviewing a copy, please let me know.

Endorsed by: “Teaching our children about the Holy Ghost and inspiration is one of the most important things we do as parents. This book is perfect…!” — Merrilee Boyack, Author of The Parenting Breakthrough and Book of Mormon Children Stories

“… Respectful without losing kid appeal, The Holy Ghost is Like a Blanket will bring this quiet concept within reach for little readers eager to learn.” —Kelly Milner Halls, Writer

“The Holy Ghost Is Like A Blanket by Annalisa Hall is inspirational, timely, and a must-share with your children.” —Laura Taylor, Award-Winning Author & Editor

“… “Brilliant!” … It’s perfect for children about to be baptized. It put into words ways I have felt the Holy Ghost, but haven’t been able to fully articulate.” — Selena Pankretz

“Heartwarming and beautifully illustrated, children will immediately be drawn into its pages. The book is sure to become a family favorite.” — Rebecca Rode, author of How to Have Peace When You’re Falling to Pieces

“In this brave little book, Hall and Egbert somehow find a way to make the intangible tangible– and that’s anything but an easy feat.” — Bob Staake, Author/Illustrator

“…both a great introduction to and a great reminder of the comfort and power of the Holy Ghost…” —Justin & Amy Hackworth, Photographer & Writer

“A beautiful book with an uplifting message for children and adults alike.” —Sheri Fink, International Best-Selling, Award-winning Author of The Little Rose

“…The illustrations are warm and inviting and the language is simple and clear, perfect for parents to read at bedtime or whenever they’d like to invite the gentle spirit into their home….” – Lehua Parker, author of One Boy, No Water

“Never before has there been such a complete comprehensive children’s book on the Holy Ghost, and for all ages. Unlike most children’s books, this book is full of scripture references, it teaches my children to study the scriptures and source truth at any age. This is my new baptismal gift for every child, better yet, a gift for any child entering primary!” — Suzanne Calton, founder of More Than Aware

Baptism Book

It only seemed natural to write the prequel to “The Holy Ghost is Like a Blanket” and proud that “I Want to Be Baptized” illustrated by Corey Egbert was released this week.

For information on reviewing “I Want to be Baptized” and participating in the book blog tour November 15th to December 5th, please contact Events@cedarfort.com

Ask To Receive

I champion women and all those who ask for help in times of trial and error. When mothers have a problem, those who ask for advice, guidance, and/or assistance before lashing out or becoming frustrated are among the brave warriors raising children in this dispensation.

“Ask in faith, nothing wavering. For he that wavereth is like a wave of the sea driven with the wind and tossed.” — James 1: 6

Upon receiving word that my friend, mother of two young children, had tried teaching her children about the Holy Ghost. All the books on the shelves were too complex. She desired them to know of his power and goodness. Instead, she found herself days on end with children scared and unwilling to go to sleep thinking the Holy Ghost was a ghost, like Casper. She needed something simple and helpful and fast. At wits end, she consulted me and I wrote the following poem in 2008:

A blanket of comfort clean and bright

to take with me day and night.

I am wrapped in love by my blanket.

I am full of good cheer with my blanket.

I am safe and secure in my blanket.

I am peaceful and relaxed by my blanket.

When my blanket is gone, I am sad.

If my blanket is close, I am glad.

The Holy Ghost is a blanket of comfort for me.

I illustrated the little poem and had it spiral bound for her children and mailed it off in hopes it would be helpful.

She immediately emailed saying the children LOVED the little story, especially the boy with spiky hair. By comparing the Holy Ghost to a blanket, they could understand the concepts of him being a ‘comforter’ and ‘warm’ and that without him we are sad.

More importantly, my friend had the courage to teach her children the gospel. When she found herself discouraged, she asked for help. She hadn’t expected me to write and illustrate a little story book for her children, but the Lord knew I could be helpful and I followed the promptings of the Holy Ghost.

Since that time, the little poem evolved into a storybook expounding on many analogies aimed to help children understand the Holy Ghost. With much prayer and diligence, a publisher and illustrator were selected and the book “The Holy Ghost is Like A Blanket” is now published by Cedar Fort Inc with Corey Egbert as illustrator.

I’m impressed that one act of courage to ask has turned into many receiving this wonderful gift and for a book available to all in hopes you can learn about the Holy Ghost.

Smiles, Annalisa

All artwork and images are used with permission.