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Bio
Award-winning author Joyce K. Ellis loves to encourage others. She has published hundreds of magazine article and stories, as well as numerous fiction and nonfiction books for children and adults, including The Fabulous World That God Made (children’s picture book); The 500 Hats of a Modern-Day Woman (humorous inspirational book); Our Heart Psalms (interactive devotional); and Write with Excellence 201 (humorous yet practical grammar book—yes, there is such a thing) for all those wanting to develop their personal or workplace writing skills. She has spoken to various groups and taught writing workshops across the U.S. But some of her favorite events are classroom visits.
To request a list of topics for women’s groups or writers’ events, visit the Contact page.
Awards and Honors
In 2023 Joyce received a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Evangelical Press Association.
The One-Minute Bible™ for Kids
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- Gold Medallion Award, Children’s category, Evangelical Christian Publishers Association
The Fabulous World That God Made
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- Honored as a Junior Library Guild selection
- Chosen by Focus on the Family as one of the Top Ten Family-Friendly Picture Books of 2019
Professional Associations
Joyce Ellis is grateful and honored to be a member of the following professional organizations, which have contributed greatly to her growth as a writer and speaker.
Additional Headshots
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Photos of Joyce Speaking and Teaching
Joyce reads her picture book, The Fabulous World That God Made, to an English class at a Guatemala public school.
Teaching some English vocabulary and pronunciation to Guatemalan high schoolers engages students, using the purposeful word repetition of The Fabulous World That God Made, the biblical creation story told in the style of This is the house that Jack built.
Teaching a writing seminar in Guatemala City.
Radio Interview.
Comments from Speaking Event Attendees
“I was comforted to hear you speak so honestly of your spiritual journey and the challenges you have overcome. You are an inspiration to me.”
“You remind us that our doubts and down periods can all be changed by our faith.”
“I’ve struggled since my husband died unexpectedly and left me with two young children. I’ve had to work full time and be both Mom and Dad. Your encouragement helped.”
“You have to stop making me laugh until my side hurts, stop inspiring me with your words…On second thought, keep up the good work.”
Comments from Writing Seminars, Workshops, and Mentorships
“Thanks for your wonderful compassion…You are a mighty woman of God, and I bless you for gracing…all of us with your warmth and concern. Every conference needs a Joyce Ellis.”
“Great session! Learned a ton (mostly things I didn’t know I didn’t know!) Speaker was very engaging, enthusiastic, and knowledgeable.”
“Your humorous approach to grammar makes it easier for those of us who have grammar brain blockage.”
“What a gift you gave me, helping me to find the writer that was hiding within and [coaxing] that writer out….You opened my eyes to what writing really was and you gave me a vision of what I could be…. Thank you for caring and never giving up on me.”