Carrie Turansky

Born and raised in Oregon, my heart longs for tall evergreens, the rugged Oregon Coast, and the pristine Cascade Mountains. . . but I presently live in beautiful, but very flat, central New Jersey. This is the Garden State, so we enjoy shopping at our local farmers’ market for sweet corn and juicy tomatoes or picking strawberries, blueberries, and peaches at local farms. We are close to Princeton University, Philadelphia, and New York City, so we sometimes take day trips in and enjoy museums, plays, and touring around.

I am married to Scott and we have five great kids, one lovely daughter-in-law, and an adorable grandson. Those roles are wonderfully rewarding and fulfilling. Scott and I partner in ministry at Calvary Chapel of Mercer County, a church we helped plant along with a team of hardworking, Jesus-following friends. Our ministry at Calvary has been very rewarding and exciting for us. We feel blessed to have the privilege of serving the Lord with these dear friends. If you would like to know more about Calvary Chapel of Mercer County you may visit our website at www.calvarychapelmc.org.

My husband is the author of several great parenting books filled with practical insight and godly wisdom. We invite you to visit our ministry website for parenting tips, articles, resources and much more. That web site is www.biblicalparenting.org.

I have been writing seriously since 1999 and have published several articles, short stories, devotions, and essays. Writing fiction is my passion, and I thank the Lord for all the creative ideas and characters He puts in my mind and heart. Without my growing relationship with Him, I wouldn't have any inspiration or know what to write. I am very thankful for friends and family who have believed in me and encouraged me on my writing journey.

When I'm not writing you will find me enjoying time with my family, working outside in my flower gardens, cooking for family and friends, walking around the lake near our home, or playing with our pet bunnies.

My son, Ben, who is in the Marines.

My son, Josh, and his wife, Melinda, who work at Calvary Chapel Bible College in Kauai, HI

My daughter, Melissa, who works as a missionary nurse in Tanzania, December 2006.

My twin daughters help me prepare Thanksgiving dinner, November 2006.

Carrie with her children and husband at her oldest daughter's college graduation.

Carrie with her two adorable grandsons.

I enjoy hearing from my readers. You may contact me through email at:
carrie@carrieturansky.com