Clay Jars Publishing Clay Jars Publishing Category:  Drama Publisher: Clay Jars Publishing ISBN-10:  ‎0984336982 Type: Fiction Pages: 152 Copyright: October 21, 2024 ISBN-13: ‎9780984336982 A Christian Potpourri of drama good gossip and so much more... Good Good at the Backyard Table turns the sting of gossip on its head. It sets the stage with 18 short fictional dramas about the lives of mostly nameless individuals and depicts the things of life that are not uncommon to us all. As you read the small excerpts from the lives of these various characters you might recognize yourself in any one of them or someone you might know. Think of yourself as the fly on the wall, whose hearing their stories. And if you're not one to gossip here's one time you should be. Spread the news of this Good Gossip that has the power to speak to and answer every need in every situation. Good Gossip spotlights the truth and spreading of God's Word and hopefully ignites your praise and worship and enhances your point of view. Excerpt Excerpt from Junk Food She was going home. Her scheduled Uber service to the airport was to pick her up in four hours. Her mind was still preoccupied. Lingering, piercing and painful, feelings of rejection pummeled her heart. It was making her hungry. She needed to eat. She just wanted something to erase the hurt, at least for a little while.

Professional Reviews
A Phenomenal Read!
Good Gossip at the Backyard Table. The author's intent is "to transform the negative thoughts and practices that surround the sharing of common gossip into the sharing of good gossip" is spot on. Praise God! You will not want to put this book down! The vignettes, thought provoking commentaries, Scriptures and prayers are well-crafted for each section. Two vignettes that are sure to resonate with the reader includes "Ghosted" and "Drenched". A must read! Don't delay...get your copy today! We all know what it feels like to be caught off guard with unexpected life events. In this instance, two words...But God! God speaks to us through "Good Gossip at the Backyard Table" and reminds us of the care and love provided to each of us. This book is a must read! The vignette, "Time" had me captivated and transfixed until the very end. Each vignette is sure to whet your appetite for more of the Word of God! This book is a treasure trove of relational experiences that speak directly to the heart like "The Terrible T's". A must read! Don't delay...get your copy today!

Chaplain Phoebe Jeter, MSA, MDIV,BCC

Good Gossip Indeed!
Good Gossip at the Backyard Table is good gossip indeed! I love that Scriptures are in place before and after each chapter/act followed by a prayer. Also, the author's breakdown/discussion at the backyard table because, "the way I see it", everyone needs to know. I find the read to be very engaging. It captures your attention and draws you in to learn all about the good Christian gossip. On a scale of 1 to 5, "Good Gossip at the Backyard Table" gets a 5, it's the top rating!

P. Renee Elliott

Enjoyable Inspirational Read
"Good Gossip at the Backyard Table" by Shirley Francis-Salley, is an enjoyable read filled with inspiration to lift your spirit through lighthearted stories anchored in the Word of God. Francis-Salley, has her finger on the pulse of the very issues that affect persons daily and I highly recommend this gossip that is filled with Gospel. All ages can be blessed by this book.

Dr. Henry P. Davis III
First Baptist Church of Highland Park
Landover, Maryland