Kelly Family Publishing

04/04/2026

So many thanks to the THE BIG STORE for continuing to support us! You can get your signed copy of all three of our books in their Crystal Beach location!

Forgot Your Beach Read? We’ve Got You Covered! 📖🏝️

There’s nothing better than the sound of the waves and a great book in your hand! If you left your library at home, don't sweat it. The Big Store has a huge selection of books for every age.

From local Bolivar adventures for the kiddos to page-turning mysteries and Texas history for the adults, we have the perfect companion for your beach chair.

📍 Stop in and find your next favorite story!

🌐 www.TheBigStore.us

12/23/2025

✨ SURPRISE ANNOUNCEMENT ✨Our hearts are so full.

To every single person who purchased or gifted Chosen to Carry: The Journey to Bethlehem — thank you. Knowing this story is being read in homes and shared with families during Christmas has meant more to us than we can say.

And now… we’re excited to share what’s next.

✨ A sequel is coming this spring ✨
Chosen to Carry: The Journey to Jerusalem will be released in time for Easter.

This next book continues the story of the little donkey who unknowingly played a small part in HIStory — walking children through the next part of Jesus’ journey and gently introducing the story of His sacrifice, love, and redemption. It’s written with the same heart: showing how faithfulness in small things can be part of God’s greater plan.

We can’t wait to share more details soon.
Be sure to follow along here for updates, sneak peeks, and release news.

Thank you for helping us share Jesus’ story with the next generation — one small, meaningful moment at a time. 🤍

12/20/2025

Some stories are meant to be shared slowly—
on the couch, before bed, or in the middle of busy December days.

Chosen to Carry: The Journey to Bethlehem was written with families in mind, and we’re so grateful to everyone who has welcomed this story into their homes this season.

If you’re still hoping to have a copy under your tree, orders placed now should arrive in time for Christmas.

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12/19/2025

A huge thank you to Faith Baptist Bartlett MDO and to Gracie Brawner and Audrey Henderson for sharing Chosen to Carry: The Journey to Bethlehem with these precious little ones. Seeing our book read aloud in a space like this—especially during the Christmas season—means more to us than we can say.

Moments like these are exactly why we wrote this story. We’re so grateful to the teachers, schools, churches, and families who have welcomed it into their classrooms and homes.

If you’re still hoping to share this story with the little ones in your life this Christmas, orders placed today will arrive in time for Christmas.

https://amzn.to/3MEKD10

12/19/2025

✨🫏 We love hearing how Chosen to Carry: The Journey to Bethlehem is being shared with families during the Christmas season.

Thank you so much to Christie Elliott for this kind review. Knowing this story is being read together at Christmastime — and that the details, illustrations, and care put into the book are being noticed — truly means more than we can say.

If Chosen to Carry has found its way into your home this season, we’d be so thankful if you’d consider leaving a review as well. It helps other families discover the book and keeps this little story moving forward.

If you’re still looking to add it to your Christmas reading stack, here’s the link to order: https://amzn.to/3MEKD10

Thank you for continuing to share, support, and pass this story along. We’re incredibly grateful.

12/18/2025

✨🫏Reviews like this truly mean the world to us.

We’re so grateful to Tammy Brandon for taking the time to share such a thoughtful review of Chosen to Carry: The Journey to Bethlehem. Hearing how families are reading this together — and noticing those little details — is exactly why we wrote this story.

If Chosen to Carry has been part of your family’s Christmas season, we would be so thankful if you’d consider leaving a review too. It helps more families find the book and keeps this little story moving into new homes.

Haven't gotten your copy yet? You still have time before Christmas! Order yours here: https://amzn.to/3MEKD10

Thank you for continuing to share, read, and pass this story along. We’re incredibly grateful.

12/17/2025

Your reviews mean so much to us! Check out our latest 5 star-review from Toni Kuhn! Thank you so much for your support!

If you already ordered our book, it would mean so much for you to leave us a review on Amazon!

If you haven't ordered yours, don't worry! You still have time to get your copy in before Christmas! Click here to order yours! https://amzn.to/3MEKD10

Thank you so much for supporting independent authors and our family when shopping for your loved ones this Christmas season!

12/16/2025

Looking for a unique Christmas present for the little ones in your life? Check out our Kelly Family Publishing children's books! Perfect for the kids and families in your life this Christmas!

Click the Link Below to Order Your Copies!

Bolivar's Brave Adventure: https://amzn.to/3KAZjhb
This is Not Grilled Cheese: https://amzn.to/3XVEsrV
Chosen to Carry: https://amzn.to/3MEKD10

Thank you for supporting independent authors and our family while shopping for your loved ones this Christmas season! It means so much!

12/16/2025

This absolutely made our day. ❤️

Before exams today at Trinity Christian Academy, Abram Garrett will be reading to elementary students — and the book he chose to share is Chosen to Carry: The Journey to Bethlehem. Knowing the Garretts have our book already means so much to us, but hearing that this is the story Abram is reading with fellow students right before Christmas break really got us.

Abram, thank you for sharing this story at your school and for the kindness you’re showing through it. We’re wishing you all the best on exams today and hope you have the best Christmas break ahead.

If you’d like to get your own copy of Chosen to Carry: The Journey to Bethlehem, check the link in the comments. You’ll still receive it before Christmas! ❤️

12/15/2025

Makes our heart so happy to see two of our books on the shelves of the THE BIG STORE! Thank you for always supporting us and also for all you do to make the Crystal Beach community extra special!

Looking for your next great read or the perfect Christmas gift for someone special? The Big Store has you covered with a wonderful selection of books—including favorites from talented local authors!

🌐 www.TheBigStore.us

12/15/2025

We wanted to share a little piece of the real-life inspiration behind Chosen to Carry: The Journey to Bethlehem.

This video is of Christmas, the miniature donkey who inspired the story. She was born on Christmas Eve (yes, really) and had a huge personality — curious, expressive, and absolutely unforgettable. She especially adored Brandon, following him around and making it very clear when she wanted attention.

Christmas was what’s often called a “Bible back” donkey — a term used for donkeys who naturally have a dark stripe down their back and across their shoulders, forming a cross. That marking, paired with our time with her, stayed with us long before this book was ever written.

Her willingness to show up, carry what was asked of her, and be part of everyday moments without knowing the bigger picture is what sparked Chosen to Carry.

If you’d like to get your own copy in time for Christmas, the link is pinned in the comments. 🤍