Praise

openbible“The Book of the Shepherd, a timeless story about one man who is seeking ‘the new way,’ is an inspiring and moving fable”.  -Paulo Coelho, author of The Alchemist

The Book of the Shepherd carries readers to a place too rarely visited in this hard world, a place where love and forgiveness triumph over our worst instincts.  We are better people for becoming our own guides on this journey. Read The Book of the Shepherd and discover an untraveled highway.” -Meredith Vieira, co-host of the Today Show and Richard M. Cohen, New York Times bestselling author of Strong at the Broken Places and Blindsided

“In The Book of the Shepherd, Joann Davis presents us with an insightful tale that cuts through the noise and truly inspires. At a time when many people write about changing the world, she offers a simple journey that vividly demonstrates the importance of every act. An energizing read.” -James Redfield, #1 International bestselling author of The Celestine Prophecy

“A simple and profound parable that engages the heart. A delightful story that even children can enjoy and yet full of deeper meaning and direction for all truth seekers. The Book of the Shepherd should become a classic in every home.” -Hyrum Smith Co-founder of FranklinCovey,
Founder of Galileo Initiative and author of
10 Natural Laws of Successful Time and Life Management and
What Matters Most: The Power of Living Your Values

“…as hypnotic as The Arabian Nights and as life-changing as Paolo Coelho’s The Alchemist.The Book of the Shepherd stirs, cajoles, reeducates, challenges and converts the reader with its touchstones, revelations, and landmarks: how to live with truth, love and beauty for peace, balance and harmony. I was moved to tears…’ -Albert Gaulden, author of You’re Not Who You Think You Are

“A timeless and engaging tale reminding us of the infallible guideposts by which we should steer our lives. Buy this book for your grandmother and read it to your children.” -Two Seekers, authors of No Jesus, No Peace–Know Jesus, Know Peace:Timeless Wisdom for Living a Life That Matters

“This lovely parable rewards the reader with spiritual clarity and wisdom in its most ancient and reliable form: emotionally enticing story.” -Reverend Jeremy Taylor, DMin.,  Cofounder and Past President of the International Association for the Study of Dreams (IASD), Founder-Director of the Marin Institute for  Projective Dream Work (MIPD), and author of Where People Fly and Water Runs Up Hill

“A scribe writes the story. A reader takes it to heart. The world, upon hearing it, is changed forever. The Book of the Shepherd is more than just a poignant and lovely story. It is truth.” -Lynne Hinton, author of The Arms of God, The Friendship Cake, and the forthcoming book The Christmas Cake

“…a beautiful demonstration of the ‘Power of One,’ offering readers important lessons of Truth many are searching for today.” -Kathryn Adams Shapiro, author of Wisdom’s Choice

“From time to time, great teachers have used parables to instruct the human heart. The Book of the Shepherd is such a tale – a luminous book full of revelations of love and forgiveness. I’m going to buy a case for friends and family!” -Joan Borysenko, Ph.D., author of Minding the Body, Mending the Mind and Your Soul’s Compass