Elsie McKenney

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Elsie McKenney is an award-winning novelist, keynote speaker, and writing instructor who helps writers tell stories that reveal truth, inspire hope, and cultivate resilient faith. Her debut novel, Eve’s Covering, was inspired by her journey of escaping a cult and discovering freedom in Christ. A former missionary and educator in Ukraine and Germany, Elsie studied creative writing at Ferris State University, where she received the Excellence in Language and Literature Award. Blending biblical insight, practical craft instruction, and heartfelt encouragement, she equips writers to create authentic characters, meaningful transformation, and stories that linger in readers’ hearts. Whether teaching a workshop or delivering a keynote, Elsie inspires audiences to overcome fear, embrace their calling, and write with courage, purpose, and hope.

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Eve's Covering

When Eve's cousin dies under mysterious circumstances, no one believes her suspicions. As her family becomes entangled in a religious cult, Eve is drawn into a mission to the Soviet Union that proves to be far more dangerous than anyone imagined. When she discovers the orphanage is a cover for something sinister, she must risk everything to rescue her friends before they disappear forever. Inspired by the author's own experience escaping a cult, Eve's Covering is a gripping novel of courage, faith, sacrifice, and God's protecting hand in the darkest of places.