Barbara Shoner

With a master’s degree in theology, a bachelor’s in biblical studies and certification through the American Association of Christian Counselor’s, Barbara Shoner is passionate about encouraging others through the inspiring Word of God. Actively involved in ministry, she’d led mission trips around the world where she’s been able to share the love of Jesus with different cultures.

Besides the motivational book, Umbrella in the Storm, Barbara is also the screenwriter and producer of the evangelical, coming-of-age feature film, Steadfast, which has been awarded The Dove Foundation’s Faith-Based and Family Friendly Ages 12+ Seals of Approval and won three awards at the Florida Movie Festival. The film is subtitled in Japanese and is currently being subtitled in Spanish for further outreach opportunities. Movie-based teen and parent study guides, which deals with bullying and other relevant topics, as well as the movie and inspirational soundtrack will be available on December 6th.

A mother of three remarkable young adults, Barbara resides in sunny Florida where she enjoys warm ocean breezes and collecting sand between her toes. A paralegal by day and writer by night, when she’s not typing away at the law office or her writing desk at home, Barbara likes to escape outdoors and participate in any adventurous activity as long as it includes eating ice cream.

To learn more, please visit: www.barbarashoner.com.