A Little Life + Work Update (a Peek at Recent Book Projects + Discipleship Course)

Hi friend,

I’m often asked, “What are you up to these days?” Here’s a little life + work update from my desk (and my heart).

Writing & Creative Work

This fall, I published a new book—JOY, the first in The Encouragement Series.

What’s JOY about? Thirty short, 3-minute devotional readings rooted in Scripture, each with a short reflection, a simple prayer, and a thoughtful question—to help you notice God’s presence and cultivate joy in everyday life.

👉 Get your copy: https://www.ruthhovsepian.com/joy

Get JOY

A sneak peek at the upcoming book cover.

I’m also finalizing LIGHT, the second book in the series.

Most days it’s me, a Bible, a stack of notes, and a mug of something warm—studying, praying, and writing for you.

Behind the scenes, I love serving other authors with manuscript formatting and cover design.

Here are a few recent projects (cover design and interior formatting by me):

The Adventures of George and Spanky

(children’s picture book)

Playful line-art style with kid-friendly typography.

Peace Beyond Perfection

(Christian living)

Kintsugi bowl concept—healing and wholeness beyond perfectionism.

Pickleball Parables

(devotional)

High-impact sports visual with bold title treatment.

If you’re an author who needs cover design or formatting, contact me—I’d love to help.

Work with Me (Covers & Formatting)

A Personal Health Update

For the past six months, I’ve been navigating a health issue that has made daily tasks difficult—sometimes impossible. In God’s kindness, it was found through routine blood work for something unrelated. It’s been humbling and refining. I’m learning to slow down, receive help, and trust God with each day. If you think of me, I’d be grateful for prayers for healing and strength.

Speaking & A Special 2025 Project

I spoke a handful of times this year, and I’m thrilled to share something close to my heart: I spent the last year creating a two-part Discipleship Course for women.

• Part 1: Personal Discipleship—daily rhythms of faith.

• Part 2: Discipling Others—practical tools to walk alongside women in real life.

I have the joy (see what I did here) of teaching it in a few weeks to a wonderful group of women.

If your church or women’s group is interested, please reach out—I’d love to bring this to your community. Booking 2026.

Invite Me to Teach + Speak

How You Can Pray (and how I can serve you)

• Stamina and clarity as I finish LIGHT

• Health, rest, and grace for each day

• Wisdom and fruitfulness as women engage the discipleship course

  
  

Need a book designer or formatter? I’m booking projects for 2026.

Want JOY? Grab it here → https://www.ruthhovsepian.com/joy

With love and hope,