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G.G. Vandagriff
MEET AUTHOR G.G. Vandagriff
G.G. Vandagriff is the full-time writer of eleven books, including the Whitney Award Winner The Last Waltz: A Novel of Love and War. A Meridian columnist for ten years, she is a survivor of bi-polar disorder and has written, with her husband and son Deliverance from Depression:Finding Hope and Healing Through The Atonement of Christ. She and her husband, David, also a writer, live in Provo, having raised their three children in the Midwest. Besides having a Celestial Family, her greatest goal is to spread the knowledge of the love of Jesus Christ through her writing.
Author's Published Articles
How Moronhi Moriancamur Can Help Us in Troubled Times
Trials, such as those we are facing as a people,…
If You Want Miracles in Your Life or Miracle on the Volga
I love being involved in genealogy. The miracles come, and…
An Interview with H.B. Moore: Author of Esther the Queen
I have read most of H.B. Moore's books, but I…
Identifying the Modern-Day Anti-Christ
Alma Thirty and the account of Korihor may have a…
Who Does Your God-Given Talent Serve?
Your talents, abilities, and position in life have been given…
Filling Our Divine Voids With Living Water
Can you imagine a greater gift than a well of…
Unto Such Is Known the Mysteries of God
Have you ever wondered what some of the great figures…
An Extraordinary Offering: Christ’s Gifts to Women
Christ's Gifts to Women is a physically beautiful book that…
Our Easter Gift: The Way to Submission
We have discussed the first three principles of the Gospel--Faith,…
Learning from the Symbolism of the Cup and the Garden
We have discussed how the first two principles of the…
A Journey to Submission: Part One
Since my last article "Don't Face the World Alone" appeared,…
What Nephi Taught Me about the Valley of Sorrow
I was stranded in a dark chasm where no one…
Giddianhi: A Type of the Modern-Day Sophist and Terrorist
The complete outrageousness of Giddianhi (the leader of the Gadianton…
Amalickiah: A Study in Pride
Pride not only corrodes an individual, but ultimately destroys a…
How Can We Uphold Today’s “Title of Liberty”? Lessons from Captain Moroni
The "war chapters" in the Book of Mormon reveal an…
Are You Preparing For Exaltation? (Part Two)
It is my belief, that those who are doing their…
Are You Preparing For Exaltation?
Alma gives powerful exhortations to his sons which can also…
The Two Dimensions of Forgiveness
Picture your enemies as wounded sheep, carried across Christ's shoulders…
Likening the People of Alma to the People of Monson
There is only one way to know with assurance that…
“Behold Never Was There a Happier Time”
Where does this scripture come from? I'll give you a…
“I Have Come that They Might Have Life, and Have It More Abundantly.”
Since we once lived in the circle of our Father's…
One Can Make All the Difference in the World
One person can literally make all the difference in the…
Learning to Love from the Italians
Three weeks in Florence changed the direction of GG Vandagriff's…
“We Shall Yet Have Miltons and Shakespeares of our Own.”
H.B. Moore's new book, Ammon, shows accomplished writing in a…
The Phenomenon of Christ’s Ministry that Changed the Universe
He probably appeared to be a failure by any of…
What Does It Mean to “Live by Grace?”
When you are crushed by burdens, know that Christ knows…
One of the Great, Unheralded Benefits of Getting Older
In Relief Society several weeks ago we were studying adversity.…
Love–The Great Healer
Anglo-Saxon and Northern Europeans and their descendants in general seem…
If You Want Miracles In Your Life . . . Or Miracle on the Volga
A descendancy chart yields hundreds of names from a contact…
How Much “Soul Space” Do You Have for Christ?
I have always secretly pitied really beautiful people.
Recognizing the Light In Our Lives
Recently, at a stake conference, Elder Russell M. Nelson quoted…
The Disruption of Guttenberg’s Dynasty or What Is Happening to the Traditional Book?
Will it soon be time to kiss your hardback books…
Grace in the Twenty-First Century
King Noah's court is the world today. Abinadi's words were…
Tolstoy, Sartre, Moral Fiction, and Mormonism
Tolstoy had something to say about how to struggle in…
Meridian Columnists H.B. Moore and Michele Ashman Bell Offer Plausible – History and Atypical Romance
Two accomplished LDS writers have produced books worth noting.
What is Addiction and What Can We Learn From It?
Most of us think of addicts as "street people" or…
Narcissistic Love v. Real Love
G.G. Vandagriff has been a Meridian Contributor for ten years.…
Now We Can Teach Our Children about Women in the Book of Mormon
Award-winning author for her Book of Mormon fiction series has…
Michele Ashman Bell on Her New YA Novel
Popular LDS fiction writer Michele Ashman Bell has entered the…
Books for Kids to Add IQ Points
Here are recent picture books that explore the concepts of…
The Tree in the Midst of the Garden and the Temple Symbolism of the “Center”
Ever wonder exactly where the two all-important trees stood in…
The Temple Symbolism of the Tree of Life and the Tree of Knowledge
The Tree of Life is certainly the most significant object…
The Creation and the Garden of Eden as Models for Temple Architecture
Evidence suggests that the architecture and layout of the temple…
I’m Not Slavic, So Why in the World Do I Act Like It?
It is not a matter of being descended from our…
What Lies Behind the Fantasy Craze?
Children have always loved fantasy, but what is attracting adults…
The Year My Son and I Were Born
This story of Down Syndrome, motherhood, and self-discovery is heart-stopping,…
Voices In My Blood–Why I Choose to Read and Write Historical Fiction
What was this strange attraction she felt for the Russians…
Book of Mormon Fiction Writer H.B. Moore
Young Mom keeps turning out compelling fiction based on Book…
The Autobiography of Parley P. Pratt –The Revised and Enhanced Edition
From his youth, Parley P. Pratt felt eternal stirrings -…
Interview with LDS Author Jennie Hansen
Jennie Hansen is beloved by many authors whose books she…
Interview with LDS Author Michele Ashman Bell
An LDS author achieves success only after putting her church…
The Undaunted: The Miracle of the Hole-in-the-Rock Pioneers
Gerald Lund's first novel in seven years tells of a…
On Your Own: A Young Adult’s Guide to Making Smart Decisions, CFI: Springville, Utah, 2009.
Plenty of books are written for LDS teens, but not…
The Responsibility of Liberty vs. the Appeal of Kingmen
This gospel of ours depends on each man and woman…
Whisperings of the Spirit by Nancy Murphy
A new book teaches us how to recognize the whisperings…
2009 Study Helps for the Doctrine and Covenants
Here are two books that will jolt you into serious…
“Shall We Not Go Forth In So Great A Cause?” Overcoming Latter-day Blues
What can we do when our heart shrinks before the…
Trust God, No Matter What, by Darla Isackson
Darla Isackson, who experienced divorce after 22 years of temple…
How Mahonri Moriancamur Can Help Us in Troubled Times
While mobs attack our temples and our personal assets slip…
A Few of My Favorite “Little Things”
I recently received a CD for review called Little Things…
“Will Ye Not Now Return unto Me that I May Heal You?”
The very worst has happened - a night of horror…
The “Son of Man Series” by Susan Easton Black, Artwork by Liz Lemon Swindle
Together, Black and Swindle make us pause and ask -…
Modern-Day Christian Writing: It’s All about Metaphor
As wickedness blackens the world around us, many good people…
It’s Okay to Take a Nap by Debra Sansing Woods
Debra Woods' newest book is written for mothers everywhere. It…
25 Ways to Feel Better About Yourself
There are many other books more entertaining, more diverting, and…
A Twenty-Something’s Guide to Spirituality , Edited by Jacob Werrett & David Read
This one-of-a-kind book captures the perplexities that confront us in…
Define Universe and Give Two Examples – A Comparison of Scientific and Christian Belief
In addition to an exposition of the doctrine of Christ,…
Temple Worship by Andrew C. Skinner
Skinner's book is written for temple-going members who wish to…
The 13th Reality: The Journal of Curious Letters by James Dashner
What if every time you made a choice, an alternate…
Following the “Kindly Light”
A young woman finds that by following spiritual promptings, she…
Finding Peace, Happiness, and Joy , by Richard G. Scott
Elder Richard G. Scott's book, Finding Peace, Happiness, and Joy,…
Why Won’t Anybody Talk About Aunt Hattie?
Is there someone in your family that everybody avoids mentioning?…
Mothering with Spiritual Power, by Debra Sansing Woods
Here is a thoughtful collection of essays that will speak…
Scotlyn, Knightess of the Dragon, by Deirdra Eden Coppell
As Science Fiction/Fantasy books gain momentum, not only in the…
The Sweet Adventure of The Candy Shop War
The only thing better than candy is candy that gives…
From Persecutor to Apostle – A Biography of Paul , By Thomas A. Wayment
Could Nephi and Lehi have been in the right place…
BBC Production of North and South better than Pride and Prejudice
Move over, Pride and Prejudice. This BBC gem is a…
High School Novels Provide Summer Reading Fun
Two new books about the excitement and trauma of high…
The Divine Void: Adam and Eve’s Model for Life
As Adam and Eve were cast out of the Garden,…
Everything Flows from the Atonement: An Interview of Judge Thomas B. Griffith
President Griffith is now an appellate court Judge in the…
I Am a Mother by Jane Clayson Johnson
Here is an important message that has been taught before.…
More New Testament Study Helps for 2007
Respected LDS writers and scholars obviously anticipated this year's church-wide…
A Mormon in the White House? by Hugh Hewitt
Should Latter-day Saints applaud the candidacy of Mitt Romney for…
Ralph Yarro – Putting His All on the Altar to Save Families
Entrepreneur Ralph Yarro has found a consuming mission in life…
New Testamaent Study Helps for 2007
With 2007 upon us, members of the Church worldwide are…
Redemption Road by Toni Sorenson Brown
Redemption Road is more than an unforgettable book. Once read,…
Saboteur by Dean Hughes
This many-faceted book explores what happens when a small-town bishop's…
New Books for Women – One Bright Shining Hope and The Ten Virgins
Two new books for women are guaranteed to inspire and…
A Little History of the World , by E.H. Gombrich
The little history book is written in such a delightful…
Mary, Martha, and Me . and Other Books for Mom
With Mother's Day just days away, you may be wondering…
Latter-Day Spies: Rescue – A Jungle Adventure by Michele Ashman Bell
This month, the third book in Michele Ashman Bell's Latter-day…
Conference Brings out Book-loving Saints
General Conference always brings a flurry of book signings by…
Wild Card by Jennie Hansen
Childhood dreams don't always play out the way they're expected…
Two Memorable Books by Tamra Norton
One new book from Tamra Norton will delight young girls,…
The Old Testament for Latter-day Saint Families
We can't deny the blessings of studying the original testament…
Christmas Jars by Jason F. Wright
Likely to become a seasonal classic, Wright's story does what…
“Lord, I Believe; Help Thou My Unbelief,” by Rod W. Jeppsen
The needs of the person whose life is controlled by…
A Book for Teens – How Awesome Will It Be? by Roger A. McKenzie
If your teens want an explanation of the Last Days…
A Banner is Unfurled by Marcie Gallacher and Kerri Robinson
I had heard this book compared to Gerald Lund's popular…
Are We There Yet? By Robert L. Millet
This is Millet's practical and truthful discussion about the Latter-day…
Mummy’s the Word By Kerry Blair
From its chartreuse, turquoise, and gold cover to the crossword…
Fame, Glory and Other Things on My To Do List By Janette Rallison
Janette Rallison's books will soon be on everyone's "must read"…
Turning from Truth: A New Look at the Great Apostasy , By Elder Alexander B. Morrison
Latter-day Saints owe a debt of gratitude to the men…
Just Hold Me: Embraced by the Savior’s Love Satan’s Grasp versus Jesus’s Embrace
The Savior is never untouchable, but is ever available to…
On the Edge , by Julie Coulter Bellon
With this second novel, Julie Coulter Bellon has established herself…
Faraway Child, by Amy Maida Wadsworth
Autism is more than the social awareness topic-of-the-week to the…
A Bright Ray of Hope : The Perpetual Education Fund, By John K. Carmack
"Sometimes an opportunity comes your way, perhaps once in a…
The Garden Tomb , By Andrew C. Skinner
How do we view death? What really happens when the…
House on the Hill , by Annette Lyon
Lyon's own love for the Cache Valley and Logan Temple…
A Valentine Story – The James Miracle. by Jason F. Wright
This debut piece of fiction is a love story in…
Love and Romance Reviews for Valentines
Valentine's Day has come to symbolize a time for hearts…
Study Helps for the 2005 Sunday School Year
It is February 2005, and many of you are one…
Strength to Endure , by Tristi Pinkston
Strength to Endure is one of those rare and startling…
Moving in His Majesty and Power By Elder Neal A. Maxwell
Two priorities consumed Elder Maxwell in the last weeks of…
Fire in the Bones by S. Michael Wilcox
It is hard for us today, with our Bible comfortably…
Something New-A Trio of Adventures for Kids
In both books, the children turn to prayer in seeking…
Book Review: Before You Get To Heaven by D. Kelly Ogden
When we simply "get by" in spiritual matters, a sense…
False Pretenses by Carole Thayne
Likable characters and action aplenty in this new fiction with…
Ye Shall Always Rejoice
Who Was Mary Magdalene? Decoding DaVinci
Dan Brown's novel The DaVinci Code, though a piece of…
It s a Mystery to Me: The Woman in White, by Wilkie Collins
Wilkie Collins, a close friend of Charles Dickens, was one…
At the Water’s Edge by Annette Lyon Under Currents by Traci Hunter Abramson
Annette Lyon's second book for Covenant is a well-developed love…
The Fly On The Rose by Elizabeth Petty Bentley
This is not your typical LDS novel, but with its…
From the Last Supper Through the Resurrection The Savior’s Final Hours
Do we really need another book about the Savior? The…
WHISPERINGS by C. K. Bailey
A psychological drama based on healing and childhood abuse, Whisperings…
DIGGING UP THE PAST by Kerry Blair and Christine Wolfe
Digging Up The Past weaves together several plot lines with…
There’s No Right Way to Do a Wrong Thing
Trying to correct children can often lead to behaviors that…
Conflict of Interest by Clair Poulson And the Spider Latham Mystery series by Liz Adair
Two new sub-categories of LDS fiction in the Mystery-Suspense field…
The Power of Words
Praise, like penicillin, must not be administered haphazardly. There are…
Timeless Moments by Michele Ashman Bell
Bell's latest book is sophisticated love story dealing with multiple…
Children’s Questions: The Hidden Meanings An Excerpt from Between Parent and Child article
Conversing with children is a unique art with rules and…
Don’t Close Your Eyes By Betsy Brannon Green
What better way to start off the summer than with…
Temple Square Gardening by Christena Gates, Diane Erickson, Shelly Zollinger, and Larry Sagers
Pros offer inside secrets of the beauty of Temple Square…
Because He First Loved Us -A Collection of Discourses by Henry B. Eyring
One can almost hear his voice. His words are gentle,…
You Can Take This with You: Paul Cook’s Philanthropy in Haiti
Up until three months ago, President Paul Cook a counselor…
Surrounded By Strangers By Josi S. Kilpack
Surrounded by Strangers may not be for every reader, but…
For the Child in You: Knick-Knack Paddywhack! By Paul O. Zellinsky
When I first bought The Wheels on the Bus (1990)…
Living Waters: Messages for Latter-Day Disciples from the Life and Teachings of Christ By Brent L. Top
Brent L. Top, professor of church history and doctrine at…
Tower of Thunder By Chris Heimerdinger
Reading one of Chris Heimerdinger's Tennis Shoes adventures is a…
William Whitaker, Painter of the Spirit
Perhaps best known for his commissioned portraits of the apostles…
An Odd Title and An Amazing Book: The Shoe Tree of Chagrin
Susannah DeClare was the tallest plainswoman traveling the OhioValley. "To…
The Fire of Faith: The Memoirs of John H. Groberg
The Fire of Faith is a treasure of a book.…
A Captivating Fairy Tale
This clever book will delight children with its endearing illustrations.…
The Lord Looketh Upon The Heart
As a 20-year sufferer of clinical depression that has so…
A Trusting Heart by Shannon Guymon
Imagine the night before your temple wedding discovering your fianc's…
Kershisnik: Painting from Life
(Guild Publishing, WI, 2002) with foreword by Jacquelyn Mitchard, essays…
Power of Deliverance: Volume Two of the Promised Land Series
Volume two, Power of Deliverance, is a breath-taking continuation of…
Children’s Book Review: Missing May and Discovering Connection
If your child is ready for a chapter book, you…
House of Isreal Vol 1-The Return – By Robert Marcum
With the world focused today on the trouble between the…
The Savior’s Prophecies From the Fall of Jerusalem to the Second Coming
A BYU scholor demonstrates that by studying His prophecies, we…
Angels, Ghosts, Etc…
The Greatest Discovery by Chris SorensenDeep Waters by Thomas EnoEyes…
Be Prepared for Children: Peekaboo Farm by Annie Ingle
Nature has so conspired that the people who have young…
The Face Beyond the Veil
Into the Fire by Jeffrey S. Savage
This novel is a contemporary, allegorical Book of Job.
Turning Point by Laurel Mouritsen
Driving to Nauvoo for the dedication of the new Nauvoo…
Cover of Darkness by Sian Ann Bessey
What begins as a peaceful vacation for two American teachers…
Edge of Night by Carol Warburton
Carol Warburton tells a story of one courageous woman's escape…
COME UNTO ME- Volume two in THE KINGDOM AND THE CROWN Series
An ambitious work that contrasts sharply with most LDS fiction.…
This Very Moment by Rachel Ann Nunes
Readers have come to depend on Rachel Nunes for books…
Rebekah by Orson Scott Card
Orson Scott Card's highly imaginative series Women of Genesis is…
Book Review: Hearts in Hiding by Betsy Brannon Green
Once in awhile a new writer comes along with a…
Book Review: Faith of Our Fathers, Volume 1: A House Divided by N. C. Allen
One of the hottest books in LDS bookstores this season…
The Writing on the Wall by Dean Hughes
This book introduces the turbulent era of the sixties with…
Written in the Stars by Michele Ashman Bell
Romance is one of the exciting genres being explored by…