The book features 365 stories of people like Josh McDowell, Joni Eareckson Tada, Chuck Colson, Dr. James and Shirley Dobson, Elisabeth Elliot, Jerry Jenkins, Francine Rivers, J.I. Packer, Lee Strobel, Kevin Leman, Steve Brown, Kurt Warner, Lisa Whelchel, Florence Littauer, Jack Hayford, Patrick Morley, Randy Alcorn, Stuart and Jill Briscoe, and quite a few other remarkable people. We also included a few dozen heroes of the faith and biblical characters.

Some of the best stories – and life verses – came from a diverse range of everyday heroes and survivors. People just like you.

We’re not sure yet, but there’s a good chance we’ll do a sequel. At the earliest, it would come out in 2010. Still, it’s not too soon to be gathering stories. So if you want to be considered, simply click on the link below and enter your life verse and story. When the time comes, Jay will review and revise your story and e-mail it back to you. (But be patient, it might be quite a while.)

If you’ve seen the book, you know that each page features a short bold headline, a scripture verse, three or four paragraphs (@ 220 words) and a brief bio.

When you click “send your story,” it magically goes right to Jay’s inbox. You can also send him a note at Jay K. Payleitner, 629 N. Tyler Road, St. Charles, IL 60174. If you’re real curious, the website onceuponatandem.com has more information about him. You also might want to explore tyndale.com for more about this and other “One Year” products.

Remember, you don’t have to be “famous,” but you do have to be an authentic Christian with a love for Scripture and a story to tell. Sorry, because of the sheer number of contributors, we won’t be able to compensate you for your writing. But, we’ll make sure you get at least one copy of any book with your name in it and an author’s discount on additional copies.

Thanks! The Word works!