About the Author
Paulette Harper Johnson, an award winning author,
writing coach, and speaker, seeks to inspire women from all walks of life. As an inspirational and motivational speaker,
Paulette’s desire is to empower, influence and cultivate women to move forward
while dealing with issues that hinder women from becoming all they are created
to be. Her topics are biblically sound and pertinent to the needs of today’s
women.
Paulette is a wife, mother, grandmother, Bible
teacher, radio host, writer and the owner of WNL Virtual Blog Tours. Her years
of marketing her own self-published books have created a special talent in
her—her ability to sell a product well. Not only does she specialize in
marketing strategies, but also serves as the publicist for P.F.L. Publishing.
She has been mentoring and teaching women for years
though seminars, workshops and conferences. Paulette Harper Johnson serves in
ministry as an Elder with her husband Sr. Pastor Tony E. Johnson at Word of
Faith Worship Center in Bradenton and North Port FL.
Ministry Book website: www.pauletteharper.com
Author
Interview
Why the title
Completely Whole?
Actually,
in the middle of completing my first book, this book came to mind. I had gone
through a bad ordeal, which left me broken and scared. In order for me to write about becoming
whole, I had to experience it myself.
There were areas in my own life that I needed to confront and deal with.
Those areas that hindered me from moving forward needed to be addressed. Once
God began to point out those areas and I accepted where I was spiritually, the
healing and restoration began. The
process of becoming Completely Whole is continual for any believer desiring to
live, walks, and pursue a life on purpose.
Why did you
feel this book needed to be written?
I believe every reader might have something in their
lives that continues to either be a reoccurring issue or an area in their lives
that they are lacking or feel they have not conquered. To be whole according to Webster is to be
“free from injury or wound; to be healed and to be physically sound and
healthy.” Because we live in a world in
which we experience the ups and downs of life, we deal with heartache and pain;
sometimes these experiences leave residue that we have not been able to deal
with.
What is your main message in Completely Whole?
Completely
Whole is one of those books that will challenge the reader to do
a self-examination of where they are as it relates to their own spirituality.
This life-changing book will help readers to transform their spirit, soul, and
body through Jesus Christ, so they can live a life of peace, joy, and fulfillment. In
Completely Whole, I offer keys to help those who are searching for answers that
can lead to a life of complete wholeness: Spirit, Soul and Body.
My
focus in writing is to enrich the lives of my readers. I had a reader make this
comment about Completely Whole “It
speaks” and that’s what I want it to do. I want readers to come away knowing
that they have the ability to live a full enriched life.
What has the reaction been like to your book?
The reviews have been great. Those that have read Completely Whole find it to be a book
which speaks to the heart.
How can this book contribute to transforming
someone’s life?
A person is transformed when they chose to apply the
spiritual principles that are outlined in Completely
Whole. Once a person identifies those self-destructive mind-sets then they
are able to deal with those issues that have kept them from walking in victory.
How do you
prepare yourself when writing a book? Is there a process you follow?
Before
doing anything, I make sure I’m in a quiet area, free from distractions. When
I’m ready to write, I sit at my laptop and begin writing. Depending on the
chapter I’m working on, that determines the direction I’ll go. I am able to
write as long as there is a constant flow
Were there any
challenges you faced in the writing process?
I think with all authors there are some types of
challenges when trying to finish a book. I’m no exception. There are many
distractions that will continue to pull for my attention be it, home, ministry,
family and/or job. I try to bring balance in my life so I can prioritize those
things that are important. I must set deadlines for myself and stick with those
deadlines.
What can
someone take away from this book?
Becoming
Completely
Whole is an internal inventory and focuses on making necessary
changes of the heart. I write non-fiction, inspirational books; so this means
my books should have a lasting effect on a person’s spirit, inspiring and
encouraging them to pursue passionately a more fulfilled life. I want my writings
to give strength and encouragement in the time of need. As they read Completely Whole, I want my writings to
engage, stimulate, and edify them spiritually.
Any words of wisdom for young writers or writers who
want to pursue a career in writing?
Promote, promote and promote some more. Learn how to brand and market yourself so
that you are known in the industry.
Don’t think someone else is going to promote you better than
yourself. Create a marketing plan that
will expand your territory in reaching readers.
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About the Book
Completely Whole is resource filled- guide full of
practical and Biblically-based principles, real-life application strategies and
prayers to give the readers a holistic approach to living a life of wholeness
through Jesus. Christ. This book is inspiring, optimistic, hopeful and
encouraging while providing a clear-cut, scriptural blueprint for each reader
to follow as they allow the Word and the power of God to transform their pain
and restore their lives on their road to becoming Completely Whole.
Harper plainly states that “words have the
power and ability to create (76)” which can place you in a position
to be completely whole. The purpose of her book Completely Whole is to “bring
the reader to the place of wholeness—spirit, soul and body.” She provides
a biblical foundation, personal experiences, prayer and a confession in each
chapter to give a voice of reason to the women who cry out to learn more about
who they are, where they are to go and why it is so important to know God’s
word. Her personal walk is the example within the text.
