PROFESSIONAL BIO
Tricia the Author
Tricia Goyer, a passionate writer fueled by her love for God, family, and community, has authored over 90 books, spanning accurate historical fiction and inspiring nonfiction on family and parenting. As a USA Today Best-selling Author, she boasts accolades such as two Carol Awards, a Retailer’s Best Award, an ECPA Silver Medallion, and a Christy Award nomination.
Tricia’s writing isn’t just about telling stories. It’s also focused on imparting messages that foster faith and hope. Her vivid and heartwarming style allows readers to take away more than just engaging narratives.
In addition to her literary achievements, Tricia is a sought-after conference speaker, having graced platforms such as MomCon, Raising Generations, and Teach Them Diligently conferences. She’s been a guest on numerous national TV and radio programs.
Tricia hosts the Tricia Goyer Show on iTunes and other podcasting apps. She also co-hosts The Daily Bible Podcast with Michelle Hill. Through her various mediums, Tricia’s inspiring messages reach a broad audience.
Tricia leads a bustling life as a homeschooling mother of ten, a grandmother of many, and a devoted wife to John. Yet, she recognizes the importance of making every word count. Her work stands as a testament to her multifaceted talents and profound dedication.
More about Tricia’s Ministry
In addition to writing and family time, Tricia enjoys sharing Jesus’ love through volunteering and ministering to others. Her vision is to be a voice of hope and possibility for teenage girls, pregnant teen girls, mothers, and wives. Her intention is to serve ordinary women by encouraging them to do extraordinary things with God’s help.
Motivated by her own experience of being a teen mom and the women who were supported her, Tricia has a heart for mentoring teen moms and their families. Before moving to Arkansas, Tricia co-founded Hope Pregnancy Ministries in Northwestern Montana. She currently leads a Teen MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) Group in inner-city Little Rock.
Tricia’s Statement of Faith
The Bible is God’s verbally inspired Word. It is inerrant and the standard for faith and practice (II Tim. 3:16).
Jesus Christ is the virgin born Son of God and He is coming again (Matt. 1:23; Gal. 4:4; I Thess. 4:13–18).
We believe that Jesus is the Christ promised in the Scriptures; the Son of God; Fully God; Fully Man.
Salvation is by grace through simple faith in what Jesus did on the cross (Eph. 2:8–9).
Each man is a sinner and needs to be saved (Rom. 3:23).
You may receive Christ today by believing on Him in your heart and calling upon the Lord (Rom. 10:13).
The earth was created by God in six literal days (Ex. 20:8–11).
Discipleship in the home is not only necessary and essential, but it is also mandated in the Scriptures (Deut. 6:7).
Tricia at Home
Her love of writing and the awards and accolades she has received cannot compare with her greatest joy: her family.
Tricia and the love of her life, husband John, are the parents of ten and grandparents of two. There is always fun and adventure at Goyer home, and Tricia’s grandma is right in the middle of it, having lived with Tricia and John for the past several years. Friends and fans can keep up with Tricia’s regular updates via her Facebook fan page.
Tricia homeschooled their oldest three children through high school. The Goyers make their home in Little Rock, Arkansas.
Short Bio
Tricia Goyer is the author of more than 85 books, she writes both fiction and nonfiction related to family and parenting. This USA-Today Best-selling Author has also won two Carol Awards and a Retailer’s Best Award. She was also an ECPA Gold Medallion Nominee and a Christy Award Nominee and won Writer of the Year from the Mt. Hermon Christian Writers Conference.
A beloved author of Amish fiction, as well, having written the Big Sky and Seven Brides for Seven Bachelors series. She has spoken at events such as MomCon, Raising Generations, and Teach Them Diligently conferences and is the host of the podcasts, The Tricia Goyer Show and Daily Bible Podcast that she co-hosts with Michelle Hill.
A homeschooling mom of ten, including seven by adoption, Tricia is also a grandmother of four and wife to John. With a busy life, she understands the importance of making every word count.
You can read more about the adoption story HERE.
